A Letter from our Head of School

The future of a society is shaped in its schools. As G.K. Chesterton put it, “Education is simply the soul of a society as it passes from one generation to another.” From day one, this reality has shaped Pacifica. We were never meant to be just a place where information is passed along—we exist to form people. We walk alongside families, helping to raise faithful sons and daughters who are ready to make things new and good in our society.

And right now our society is spinning, and education is chasing its tail. But we’re not here for the next new trend—we’re here for what lasts. Seeking to be a school that sees human potential as sacred and human flourishing as essential. So in our second decade, we take up the charge of our old friend Chesterton to “Rally the Really Human Things.” We’re doubling down on what endures: reason and imagination, courage and action, virtue and vocation, wonder and worship, wisdom and tradition, grace and truth. This rallying cry drives our vision to equip students to think and live well in a rapidly changing world.

That world is filled with extraordinary possibilities and opportunities—powerful digital tools, unprecedented access to information, and endless connectivity. But beneath the surface, something vital is at stake. Young people are being formed—quietly and constantly—by algorithms and technologies that erode attention and autonomy, flatten relationships, disorient identity, and stunt human potential. These new goods require guidance. If we truly desire to free a generation to think and live well, we must be intentional. Their formation must be deliberate. These new opportunities and challenges will reward those who think clearly and collaborate widely—and leave behind those who settle for shortcuts and mere pragmatism.

Our response is not to retreat, compromise, or bury our heads in the sand. The way forward is clear: we rally the really human things. This Strategic Vision is our roadmap—shaped by the gospel of Jesus Christ, rooted in the richness of the liberal arts, and ignited with joyful purpose. It calls us to the courageous, hope-filled work of cultivating what is most human, most enduring, and most needed in our time. This is sacred work—the kind we were created to do. May it bear lasting fruit in our students, in our cities, and for the glory of God.

For Christ and His Kingdom,


David O'Neil
Head of School

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Our Strategic Vision:

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At Pacifica, everything begins with our mission:

Pacifica Christian is a liberal arts high school devoted to teaching young men and women to think critically and wisely, instilling heartfelt joy and interest in learning, while encouraging lives of faith, character, and service to the glory of God.

To bring this vision to life, we will prioritize six strategic areas of focus:

STRATEGIC FOCUS #1

Our Foundation: For Christ and His Kingdom

STRATEGIC FOCUS #2

A Culture of Curiosity: Pursuing Truth with Courage

STRATEGIC FOCUS #3

Sacred Work: Teaching and Formation

STRATEGIC FOCUS #4

Beyond the Bell: A Life Fully Lived

STRATEGIC FOCUS #5

Faithful Stewardship: Eternal Impact

STRATEGIC FOCUS #6

Chronos and Kairos: Redeeming Time Together