Equipping students with a Christ-centered education for tomorrow's opportunities

We understand what an important decision high school is for your family and we invite you to experience Maranatha for yourself! We are convinced of the dramatic influence a Christ-centered education has on a child's future, especially during the formational high school years. At Maranatha, students are Known, Challenged, and Transformed

As you look at Maranatha, we are confident you will be pleased with the small class size, impressive number of AP and Honors courses, and the prestigious universities to which our alumni matriculate. More than just notable statistics, we invite you to tour our impressive grounds and welcome your attendance at one of our admissions events where you will experience the energy and enthusiasm of both Maranatha students and faculty.

So many prospective parents ask why our students are so happy to be a part of our school community. It is a joy to be able to share that our school atmosphere illuminates the impact of hope, encouragement, and Christian fellowship in the lives of young people. Our goal in Admissions is to establish partnerships with families whose students desire to take full advantage of all the opportunities at Maranatha.

Thank you for your interest in Maranatha High School! We look forward to meeting you. For Admissions questions or to schedule a personal tour, please contact the Admissions Office.
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2025-2026 CALENDAR

SEPT. 1 • 2025-2026 Admissions application available online

OCT. 1 • 2025-2026 Tuition Assistance application available online

OCT. 10 8th Grade Visitation Day (Feeder Schools) Spend the morning experiencing all that Maranatha has to offer: courses, school spirit, chapel, students and faculty. This is open to Pasadena Christian, Bethany Christian, San Gabriel Christian, and Emmaus Lutheran 8th grade students)

OCT. 17 8th Grade Visitation Day (All Students and Schools)  Spend the morning experiencing all that Maranatha has to offer: courses, school spirit, chapel, students and faculty

OCT. 25 Home Football Game Family Night  All prospective families are welcome to cheer our Minutemen to victory.

NOV. 2 Admissions Open House  Meet our faculty and administrators, tour the campus, participate in classroom demonstrations, and get all your questions answered - 10:00 am, All Tours begin at 10:30 am, followed by a BBQ starting at Noon.

DEC. 2 Early Admissions Deadline for admissions applicants and tuition assistance applications

JAN. 15 "A Closer Look"  An intimate, informational night for prospective families. Event will start 6:00PM

JAN. 31 Regular Admissions Deadline for admissions applicants and tuition assistance applications

MAR. 13 "Foreward:2029"  All Class of 2029 accepted students & their families are invited to a fun evening with our school community

APR. 5 Fresh Start Day  Your journey begins at the first enrollment event for Maranatha's Class of 2029 students and families

Admissions Staff

List of 7 members.

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    Matt Shupper 

    Dean of Admissions
    626-817-4025
  • Photo of Rachel Ponton

    Rachel Ponton '09 

    Associate Dean of Admissions
    626-817-4020
  • Photo of Irene Chen

    Irene Chen 

    Admissions Coordinator
    626-817-4021
  • Photo of Charles Fields

    Charles Fields 

    Admissions & College Counselor
    626-817-4033
  • Photo of Penny Cheng

    Penny Cheng 

    Co-Director, International Student Program
    626-817-4088
  • Photo of Angeline Chew

    Angeline Chew 

    Co-Director, International Student Program
    626-817-4022
  • Christine Kwa 

    Admissions Assistant
    626-817-4020

Non-Discrimination Policy

Maranatha High School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accepted or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.