1972

January 1972 - Calvary Cross Academy, with 60 students in Kindergarten through fourth grades, moved into four former offices on the second floor. The school office moved into its present location, which was the former “Liquor Store,” and the “spirits” changed for good. School began on January 2, 1972, in the new facility. 

February 1972 - Calvary Cross Church had a “pillow” service in the corner of the former grocery store, which was by the back stairs in our present sanctuary. Each person brought a pillow or a chair to sit on.

March 1972 - Palm Sunday was the first official service of the new church, now known as Church of the Highlands. The name was changed for two reasons. First, there were five churches or funeral homes that started with the name Calvary. Second, the big sign on the corner said “Portola Highlands,” easy to change.

 September 1972 - Fifth and sixth grades were added to Highlands Christian Schools.

November 1972 - Highlands Christian Preschool was opened and licensed for 136 students.