Performing Arts-Elementary Campus
Meet our Music Teacher:
Krystal Calabrese is a passionate music teacher with an impressive background in musical theater, music appreciation, and worship. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Speech Communication, along with a minor in Musical Theater from California State University, Long Beach. For the past eight years, Krystal has had the privilege of teaching at Heritage Christian School, where her love for education shines through in every lesson.
Performing Arts-JH/HS Campus
In addition to art, our junior high and high school students have the option to take Drama as an elective. Students take center stage in a performance twice a year. This performance is based on popular musicals and is adapted to provide a Christian message. Students perform for parents and the community on campus as well as travel to our elementary campus to perform for the students there, showcasing their talents and our drama program.
Meet our Worship & Drama Teacher:
Currently, the head of the Performing Arts Department at Heritage Christian School, Ms. Christine Dickinson dedicates her efforts to nurturing young artists through personalized instruction grounded in Biblical principles. Her commitment to fostering creativity and skill in her students has transformed the department into a vibrant hub of artistic expression and collaboration. Through her leadership, the program not only honors God but also shapes the future of aspiring performers and musicians, leaving a lasting legacy of passion, discipline, and artistic integrity.
Ms Dickinson is an esteemed theater director and musician with over 40 years of performance experience and 25 years of teaching. Known for her passion for Jesus and the arts, she has significantly impacted both the academic and professional realms of performing arts. Ms. Dickinson has showcased her versatility across various genres, from musical theater to classical performances, earning a respected reputation for her ability to connect with audiences on spiritual and emotional levels. Her musical contributions, whether as a performer or conductor, have added a distinct flair to numerous productions.
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JH/HS Worship
Every Friday, our students and staff attend Chapel. On a frequent basis, we stream our Chapels via our main Instagram account. You can follow us @heritagechristianhcs
Ms. Dickinson currently leads the Worship Team at Heritage Christian School, guiding students in music and performance within a faith-based context. The Worship Team has flourished, bringing a fresh, inspiring energy to the school’s spiritual and artistic programs.
Ms. Dickinson’s ability to blend artistry with instruction has transformed the Performing Arts Department at Heritage Christian School into a hub for creativity, collaboration, and growth. Through their unwavering dedication, The Performing Arts Department of Heritage Christian School is shaping the future of young performers and musicians, leaving a lasting legacy of Godly passion, Biblical discipline, and artistic integrity.
