Williamsburg Christian Academy

Williamsburg Christian Academy
Address
101 Schoolhouse Lane
Williamsburg, Virginia 23188
 United States
Coordinates 37°23′45.8″N 76°47′24.3″W / 37.396056°N 76.790083°W / 37.396056; -76.790083Coordinates: 37°23′45.8″N 76°47′24.3″W / 37.396056°N 76.790083°W / 37.396056; -76.790083
Information
School type Private
Established 1978
CEEB code 472418
Head of school Mr. Larry Vaught (Interim)
Teaching staff 33 (as of 2065-06)[1]
Grades PK-12
Enrollment 226(as of 2015-2016)[1]
Student to teacher ratio 15.2 (as of 2001-010)[1]
Classrooms 50
Color(s) Royal Blue, Yellow and White             
Athletics

2011-12 VISAA D3 State basketball champion- Boys 2011-12 VISAA D3 State basketball champion- Girls Notable students: Canaan Smith, Country Musician Deron Powers, Hofstra University Basketball

Jake Duncan, Hampden Sydney Basketball
Athletics conference Metro Athletic Conference
Mascot Eagle
Website Williamsburg Christian Academy

Williamsburg Christian Academy is an interdenominational 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]

Pre-Kindergarten

The Director of Pre-School is Mrs. Michelle Flannigan. WCA offers a 5-day per week Pre-K (4 year olds) program with a full or half day option.

Elementary

The Head of Elementary 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 2nd grade students, as well as weekly, age-appropriate chapel services. Character development and community service are areas of emphasis.

Competitive Opportunities

Elementary school students have the opportunity to participate in competitive activities including the ACSI Spelling Bee, ACSI Math Olympics, ACSI Metro Art Festival, Battle of the Books, and Music in the Parks (Strings).

Music Programs

String instrument classes[3] are offered beginning in grade 2, and a comprehensive general music program[4] is available to all students.

Middle school

The WCA Middle School program is designed to be developmentally appropriate while ensuring academic advancement.[5] 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

Extracurricular Opportunities

Technology Team

High school

The Head of High School is Mrs. Jane Vaught. 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.[6]

Academics

Student Clubs, Organizations, and Activities

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. 1 2 3 "School Detail for Williamsburg Christian Academy". National Center for Education Statistics.
  2. ↑ Williamsburg Christian Academy "History"
  3. ↑ WCA Strings Program
  4. ↑ WCA Fine Arts
  5. ↑ WCA Middle School
  6. ↑ WCA High School
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