Our mission
“Equipping students to achieve academic excellence and spiritual maturity through a Christ-centered education”
Why this mission?
At RCA, we believe that a quality education can only be provided if academic information is presented from a biblical perspective.
At RCA, we believe that spiritually mature students will impact the world for Christ.
At RCA, we believe that a Christ-centered school will assist parents in educating their children while not usurping a parent’s responsibility for their child’s education, behavior and spiritual growth.
How do we accomplish this mission?
By providing appropriate academic rigor
Through the integration of biblical truths and worldview in all areas of study
Through the inclusion of parents in the academic, spiritual and disciplinary processes
Academic strategies
Providing qualified Christian teachers who assist in selecting effective curriculum
The establishment of an underlying reading and comprehension requirement
Limiting student/teacher ratios to ensure adequate personal attention
Evaluating student progress as compared to students at other private schools across the country
Making regular curriculum, instructional and program adjustments based on results
Spiritual strategies
The establishment of a God-honoring learning environment on campus
Daily devotions with students
The provision of a weekly chapel time for different age groups
Biblical integration in all subjects in the classroom
Weekly assembly
Spanish instruction for all grades to prepare students to communicate with the fastest growing segment of our culture
Parental involvement
Interact on a regular basis with teachers
Provide out-of-school spiritual involvement
Be an active part of student discipline
Assist with academic projects and homework
Provide occupational presentations
Participate in the RCA Booster Club
Assist on field trips and other special events
Distinctive educational experiences
Unit Studies – topics have included yearbook creation, powerpoint instruction, life skills, world geography, keyboarding and community service.
Spanish instruction for 1st-8th grades
Art classes for 1st-6th grades
Weekly chapel program
P.E. program that includes participation in the Presidential Fitness program
Quarterly field trips
Literary competition for 5th-8th grades
Participation by all students in the spring and fall musical/drama programs
How RCA is fulfilling its mission
Academically – RCA student test results are better than students in 6 out of every 10 private schools across the county. Generally, our students are at least a grade ahead of most of their peers.
Spiritually – We have been encouraged to see students develop a biblical worldview where the secular and sacred are not differentiated from each other and all is viewed in light of God’s Word.
Parental involvement – Parents have not only been involved in student’s educational development, but they have also assisted with construction, events, programs and the development of the RCA Booster Club.
Plans for the future
Increased technology use. Beginning this fall, all 5th grade and up will be required to have their own wireless capable netbook or laptop computer
Providing high school classes that will lead to a high school diploma and making them available to home school students on a class by class basis (starting a pilot program this fall)
Providing academic and athletic competition opportunities
Providing an extra-curricular band opportunity
The development of our own campus
