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THE MISSION
Abbeville Christian Academy was created to provide a Christian environment in which to develop well-educated, well- disciplined students with positive self-esteem, a sense of fair play, and the leadership skills needed for the 21st century. We seek to develop students’ character, spiritual values, intellects, patriotism, leadership and individuality. Parental support and participation are vital to our success.
THE SCHOOL
Abbeville Christian Academy (ACA) is a coeducational independent college preparatory school of approximately 220 students in grades K2 – 12. It is governed by an elected Board of Directors of 12, whose members represent the various constituencies of the school as well as the community. ACA is an independent, non-profit, Christian based school that admits students of all races, nationalities, creeds and socioeconomic backgrounds.
The mission of Abbeville Christian Academy is to provide a Christian environment in which to develop well-educated, well-disciplined students with positive self-esteem, a sense of fair play, and the leadership skills needed for the 21st century.
As a student at ACA, I will strive to be honest in thought and deed; to be friendly and helpful to schoolmates and teachers; to promote clean, wholesome thought and speech; to take care of school property; to encourage and foster proper conduct at all school activities; to maintain a Christian attitude in my dealings with others; to work toward making school a pleasant place in which to prepare myself for life.
ACA provides everything a student needs to be successful in school and in life. Our Christian based eduation gives students the foundation on which they can lead productive, fulfilling lives, whether that be in a post-secondary education system or in their work environment.
ACA is a member or holds an accreditation status with the following organizations; (AISA) Alabama Independent School Association, AdvancED, the College Board, The American College Testing Program, The National Beta Club, Spanish National Honor Society, National Association of Secondary School Principals, and Abbeville Chamber of Commerce.
ACA won the AISA President’s Award in 2000-01, 2006-07, 2008-09, 2009-10, and 2010-11. This award recognizes the “Best” (academics, arts, and activities) in the respective classifications. In addition, ACA won the Chairman’s Award for the AISA Class A “Best” overall athletic program in 2002 and most currently in 2016. The school continues to maintain a level of excellence as demonstrated by the attainment of “Blue Ribbon School” for 16 consecutive years (2001-2016). This classification is given by the AISA to schools that maintain a high level of excellence in the areas of student and teacher performance, facilities, student life, and community life. 2011-2013 the “AISA Teacher of the Year” was one of the excellent teachers from ACA. In the 1A Athletics Division, ACA won back to back state champions in football in 2014 and 2015. In 2015-16 ACA earned a “triple crown” in all three sports – boys football, basketball, and baseball.
As expected of a college preparatory school, ACA provides a curriculum that is rigorous, yet attainable: one that prepares a student for continued education beyond ACA. Two Advanced Placement courses are offered for secondary students as well as “Honors” courses such as Pre-Calculus, Physics and Chemistry. Secondary students may also participate in the “dual enrollment” program with Troy University or Wallace Community College. The McMillan / McGraw Hill Math and Science program of instruction is used in grades K-6th. The Pearson Learning “Reading Street Program” is used for the language arts program for grade K4 – 6th grade. K-4th grade students are in self contained classrooms; students in grades 5 and 6 move to a partnered teacher. All classes follow the Alabama State Course of Study for the various levels. These are followed as a minimum, with teachers adding and strengthening the curriculum with approved outside information and programs. Students participate in a foreign language (Spanish) curriculum that begins in the lower grades (K-6) on alternating days and culminates with Spanish 1 and 2 in the upper grades.
ELECTIVES & ENRICHMENT
Elective and enrichment courses include but not limited to: Speech, Drama, Creative Writing, Music Appreciation, Art Appreciation, College Preparation, Study Skills, Life Skills, Bible, Contemporary Events, Journalism, and Yearbook.
As expected of a college preparatory school, ACA provides a curriculum that is rigorous, yet attainable: one that prepares a student for continued education beyond ACA. Two Advanced Placement courses are offered for secondary students as well as “Honors” courses such as Pre-Calculus, Physics and Chemistry. Secondary students may also participate in the “dual enrollment” program with Troy University or Wallace Community College. The McMillan / McGraw Hill Math and Science program of instruction is used in grades K-6th. The Pearson Learning “Reading Street Program” is used for the language arts program for grade K4 – 6th grade. K-4th grade students are in self-contained classrooms; students in grades 5 and 6 move to a partnered teacher. All classes follow the Alabama State Course of Study for the various levels. These are followed as a minimum, with teachers adding and strengthening the curriculum with approved outside information and programs. Students participate in a foreign language (Spanish) curriculum that begins in the lower grades (K-6) on alternating days and culminates with Spanish 1 and 2 in the upper grades.