Frequently Asked Questions

Will Arlington Christian Academy require students to wear uniforms?

Uniforms are not required at this time, but there is a dress code on the website.

Will Arlington Christian Academy be accredited?

We will be working toward accreditation through the National Alliance of Christian Schools and the Association of Christian Schools International.

Will the teachers be licensed and have their teaching credentials?

All ACA teachers hold a NC teaching license and credentials. The ones that do not currently have certification with Association of Christian School International are pursuing it.

What curriculum will be used?

 

All grades use the same curriculum.  The Bible will be integrated throughout the curriculum.  See the website under curriculum for a more complete description

  • K-3 Math – Bob Jones University Press Christian Curriculum
  • K-3 Bible - Bob Jones University Press Christian Curriculum
  • K-3 Language Arts – Purposeful Design Christian Curriculum by Association of Christian Schools International
  • K-3 Science - Bob Jones University Press Christian Curriculum
  • K-3 Social Studies is taught through thematic units:  Community Helpers, Cultures Around the World, etc.

 

What will the students do for lunch?

Lunch is 20 minutes. Students eat in the Family Life Center (FLC). Occasionally, students will eat in their classrooms or outside on picnic tables. Students bring their lunch daily. Students have the option to purchase hot lunch two days a week. These are ordered and paid for in advance. Tuesdays hot lunch is from Chick-fil-a and Thursdays hot lunch is from Big Guys Pizza.

What are the school holidays?

We will follow Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District’s calendar fairly closely so that families with children in both schools will have the same holidays. See the website for the complete school year calendar.

What are the hours of the school?

The school day starts at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m.

Is there an application deadline?

There is no deadline.  However, please complete the application as soon as possible to ensure your child a place in the grade he/she is applying for. 

What are the tuition and fees?

  • Tuition - $7,000.00

  • If you pay the full tuition amount by the end of September, you will receive a 2% discount which reduces the tuition to $6,860.00.

  • Scholarship Information:  Opportunity Scholarship is a government program that offers parents assistance with tuition in private schools.  Applications are open February 1-28.  When applying for this scholarship click Arlington Christian Academy under school choice.

     

What special classes are offered at Arlington Christian Academy?

We offer the following special classes for 30 minutes a week.

  • Music
  • Art
  • Library
  • Physical Education
  • Chapel
  • Language Classes – Parents choose for their child(ren) to take Russian or Spanish.
Is there a Speech Pathologist available?

Yes, Mary Martha Melancon, MS, CCC-SLP, with Hand in Hand Speech Consulting is available to assess students and offer speech therapy. These services will be a personal expense to the parents. See the website under School Support Personnel for contact information. Website: www.handinhandslp.com; Email: info@handinhandslp.com; 704-442-5414.

Is there an Occupational Therapist available?

Yes. Kelly Ringersoll currently sees students in the preschool who need an Occupational Therapist. These services will be a personal expense to the parents. Contact information: Tori Southerland 704-817-2173.

Are electronic devices used in class?

Students will use Chromebooks for concept reinforcement sporadically, but not as part of their daily routine. Teachers use slides from the internet to enhance the teaching of concepts.

Research shows that children learn better with personal instruction. Electronic devices will be introduced and used regularly starting in fourth grade.

Will the students attend Chapel?

Yes, students will participate in Chapel once each week led by a staff member of Arlington Baptist Church.

What are the school colors and mascot?

The school colors are blue and white and the mascot is the eagle.