School News

As a follow-up to last week's article in which it was announced that two Maranatha students were selected amongst the seven finalists in Congresswoman Judy Chu's "Artistic Discovery" competition, Maranatha High School is pleased to announce that the two students placed in the Top 3 overall.

Maranatha High School had five more student-athletes sign with various colleges and universities this spring.

The faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees of Maranatha High School cordially invite you to join us for a virtual Commencement Ceremony that will be broadcast this Saturday, May 30, 2020, at 6:00 p.m.

Maranatha High School's Performing Arts Department typically recognizes it's graduating seniors each Spring with a video tribute and presentation at the final live performance of the year.

The Maranatha community recognized their top achieving students at the Annual Maranatha Awards Program which was broadcast online by Academic Dean Tim Fenderson.

Congratulations to Maranatha senior Marian Seo and junior Rachel Molina for both being selected as Finalists for Congresswoman Judy Chu’s “Artistic Discovery” competition.

The list keeps growing! We now have thirteen small businesses listed. Take a look at and help support these small businesses owned by Maranatha families!

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Did you know that a single donation can potentially save up to 3 lives?

The faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees of Maranatha High School cordially invite you to join us for a virtual commencement ceremony that will be broadcast at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2020.

Even though the 2019-2020 school year is coming to a close, there are still some important things left to accomplish.

The list keeps growing! Take a look at and help support these small businesses owned by Maranatha families!

Assuming that on-campus education will be permitted this summer, Maranatha High School is offering a broad selection of courses during its 2020 Summer Academy.

Next Saturday morning, May 9, our seniors will be returning to campus to pick up their cap and gown and we want to show them how much they are loved!

In late April Maranatha High School received a generous donation of 1,000 surgical face masks, which were shipped from China by Mr. Famin Wang, the father of MHS International Student, David Wang ’21.

Faculty member Taylor Wesselman ‘10 and comedian Shelley Carling teamed up to teach Improv techniques through Zoom.

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood, and did you know that a single donation can potentially save up to 3 lives?

Faculty member Miguel Almena continues the fight against COVID-19 by assisting students in Japan with making 3D printed masks.

Important college admissions updates for Maranatha’s Class of 2021.

Here are important updates regarding college/university campus tours and fee waivers.

Important information is available for Maranatha students who need to register for the SAT exam.

We invite your student to continue his or her high school trajectory at Maranatha this summer! 

As we observed and discussed our previous eLearning schedule, so many of the issues that came up were directly related to the pace of the day.

The current COVID-19 pandemic has affected all of us in many different ways. Financially, many small businesses are especially hard hit due to the lack of patronage caused by social distancing measures. Maranatha would like to help. 

Maranatha High School has embarked on a project to help in the fight against COVID-19.

With the campus currently closed and many events canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting “Safer At Home” Order, we are announcing changes to the Parent Service Program (PSP) requirements.

Calling all Minutemen and Minutewomen! The Yearbook Staff needs your photos to complete the yearbook. Can you help?

Maranatha Baseball players continue to train hard from home during the “Safer at Home” order.

Congratulations to Marian Seo ‘20 for being recognized in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards!

The Yearbook Staff is determined to produce a great yearbook by the end of the year, but in order to do this, they need your help!

During the campus closure, Maranatha’s College Counselors will continue to advise and inform our students. They also continue to want to hear from students about their college acceptances and other achievements.

Maranatha’s Academic Department continues to encourage and support our students through the temporary transition to eLearning.

The Maranatha community goes “live” every Friday on Instagram for Morning Worship.

Maranatha’s Information Technology Department remains readily available to help with any and all technology needs during campus closure.

Maranatha’s Annual Gala raised $125,000 for acoustical and sound improvements in Maranatha’s Student Center.

Maranatha students Joel Turk ‘20 and Jessica Tilney ‘21 competed last weekend in the Rotary Four Way Test Speech Tournament.

Maranatha alumni from the 2010 production of “Seussical The Musical” reunited on the 10th anniversary of the show.

Congratulations to seniors Karen Garnica and Mireille Minassian for being selected as part of the prestigious Young Legislators Program.

Seniors, the deadline to buy your Grad Nite tickets is fast approaching!

Tonight's final performance of "Seussical the Musical" will be Live Streamed tonight!

Maranatha High School welcomes back guest speaker Greg Matuskiewicz to this week’s PA meeting.

In 10 days the Maranatha campus will be filled with the color and creativity of the Visual and Performing Arts.

Congratulations to Maranatha’s SeaPerch team who won seven trophies over the weekend!

Maranatha High School Speech and Debate team continues to excel while senior Joel Turk earns a spot in the State Finals.

Faculty member Carrie Arcos and her English 12 classes Skyped with high school students in Zambia to gain their perspective on the novel Things Fall Apart.

Congratulations to three Maranatha seniors who were chosen as Finalists for the National Merit Scholarship Program!

Maranatha High School's Annual Gala, “Jazzy Night Blues,” is less than two weeks away! This fun event will take place on Saturday, March 7, at The Hilton Pasadena.

Maranatha High School’s shows are now available on our MHS Video On Demand streaming service.

Spiritual Emphasis Week begins next week from February 24-28, with a focus on “repentance.”

Maranatha’s Parent Association has scheduled two guest speakers who will share professional advice for parents of teens at the upcoming February and March PA meetings.

Maranatha’s Science Club formed two Science Olympiad teams to participate in the Regional Los Angeles County Science Olympiad on Saturday, February 1.

Beginning this month, our College Counseling Department will begin taking students to tour college campuses and receive information to help them with their selection process.

On January 25, a team of Maranatha students competed in the 2020 National Science Bowl, a nationwide academic competition designed to inspire students to further explore STEM fields.

You can help ensure our students arrive and depart campus safely and make certain we remain compliant with City regulations.

Maranatha came together in an effort to combat human trafficking and raised $4,846 for the Dressember Foundation this past December.

Maranatha High School announces the hiring of Randy Horton as their new Head Coach for Track and Field.

There are still red PSP coupon books at the Student Center front desk that have not been picked up.

Maranatha parents, don’t miss out on attending a very informative upcoming Parent Association meeting!