Williamsburg Christian Academy
| Williamsburg Christian Academy | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
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101 Schoolhouse Lane Williamsburg, Virginia 23188  | |
| Coordinates | 37°23′45.8″N 76°47′24.3″W / 37.396056°N 76.790083°WCoordinates: 37°23′45.8″N 76°47′24.3″W / 37.396056°N 76.790083°W |
| Information | |
| School type | Private |
| Established | 1978 |
| CEEB code | 472418 |
| Head of school | Mrs. Beth Fletcher, Interim |
| Teaching staff | 33 (as of 2065-06)[1] |
| Grades | PK-12 |
| Enrollment | 176 (as of 2017-2018)[1] |
| Student to teacher ratio | 8.2 (as of 2017)[1] |
| Classrooms | 50 |
| Color(s) | Royal Blue, Gold and White |
| Athletics |
2016-2017 VISAA D3 State basketball champion- Boys Andre Brown, Lynchburg College Basketball Deron Powers, Hofstra University Basketball Jake Duncan, Hampden Sydney Basketball Michael Duncan, Hampden Sydney Basketball Xavier Green, Old Dominion University Basketball Cle’Von Greene, Radford University Basketball Da’Shawn Cook, University of Mary Washington Basketball Ra’Shawn Cook, University of Mary Washington Basketball Luke Pfeifer, CNU Soccer Mike Enz, Bluefield College Soccer Kyle Cardenas, Lynchburg College Soccer |
| Athletics conference | Metro Athletic Conference |
| Mascot | Eagle |
| Website | Williamsburg Christian Academy |
Williamsburg Christian Academy is a private, non-denominational Christian school located in Williamsburg, Virginia, USA. Established in 1978, the school serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and by the Association of Christian Schools International.
Campus
Opened in 2004, the campus consists of a 56-acre educational complex.[2]
Early Education (Preschool-K)
The Director of Early Elementary is Mrs. Michelle Flanagan. WCA offers a 5-day per week PK3 and PK4 programs with a full or half day option. [3]
Lower School
The Head of Lower School (grades 1-5) is Mrs. Michelle Flanagan. Academically, the school possesses a strong phonics reading program, encourages advancement in core academic subject areas, and offers enrichment classes in music, art, computer, and library skills. Spiritually, WCA provides daily praise and worship times for its Pre-K through 5th grade students, as well as weekly, age-appropriate chapel services. Character development and community service are areas of emphasis.
Competitive Opportunities
Lowwer school students have the opportunity to participate in competitive activities including athletics, ACSI Math Olympics, and Music in the Parks (Strings).
Music Programs
String instrument classes[4] are offered beginning in grade 2, and a comprehensive general music program[5] is available to all students. Praise Band and Chorus Club are also available as electives and/or extracurricular activities.
Middle school
The WCA Middle School program is designed to be developmentally appropriate while ensuring academic advancement.[6] In addition to academic programs, Christ-centered education is emphasized through inductive Bible study and prayer group meetings, weekly chapel programs, Christian drama and choral singing, and community service including local mission service projects.
Academics
- Core subject areas include language arts, Saxon math, Shurley grammar, science, Bible, history, health and physical education
- Academic advancement in core subject areas
- Exploratory courses include First Lego League Robotics, Mock Trial, Debate Team, Tech team, Odyssey of the Mind, Art, Student Journalism, Christian Leadership, String Orchestra, Music Education
- Classroom learning needs and individual attention is given and supported through personalized enrichment programs and Study Hall
Extracurricular Opportunities
- Student Council Association (SCA)
- Monthly social events
- Technology Team
- Interscholastic Athletics- soccer, volleyball, basketball, field hockey, cheer, swimming, cross-country, softball, baseball, golf, tennis, track & field
- Chess Club
- Debate Team
- Lego Robotics Team
- EcoClub
- National Honor Society
- Key Club (Service)
- Drama Club and Production
- Student Publishing
- Competitions including ACSI Math Olympics, Odyssey of the Mind, First Lego League, Chess Team, and Music in the Parks (Orchestra).
Upper school
The Head of Upper School is Mrs. Beth Fletcher. Williamsburg Christian Academy's High School features a college-preparatory curriculum. Bible study and prayer groups, weekly chapel services, mission trips, and community service projects are provided and available to students.[7]
Academics
- Advanced Placement courses are offered in English Literature and Composition, Language and Composition, European History, U.S.History, Human Geography. Government and Politics, Psychology, Spanish, Art History, Calculus, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physics and Art (2-D/3-D Design Portfolio).
- Honors courses are offered in Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, Earth Science, American Literature, British Literature, Chemistry, U.S. History, World History, and World Literature.
- Health and physical education
- Elective classes in Computer I, II, Desktop Publishing, Art, String Ensembles, Chorus
- The College of William & Mary and/or Thomas Nelson Community College courses
Student Clubs, Organizations, and Activities
- National Honor Society
- Key Club
- Student Council Association (SCA)
- Student Digital Publishing and Yearbook
- Chess Club
- Debate Team
- Lego Robotics Team
- EcoClub
- National Honor Society
- Drama Club and Production
- Flag Corps
- Student Publishing
- Mock Trial
Athletics
Williamsburg Christian Academy fields teams in baseball, basketball, cheerleading, field hockey, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, and volleyball. The school is a member of the Metro Athletic Conference.
References
- 1 2 3 "School Detail for Williamsburg Christian Academy". National Center for Education Statistics.
- ↑ "History"
- ↑ http://private-christian-school.williamsburgchristian.org/academics/prek-3-4s/
- ↑ WCA Strings Program
- ↑ WCA Fine Arts
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