Academics/Programs
Christian Life Academy provides an academically challenging program while
providing individual support for students with special learning needs.
The elementary program uses the A Beka curriculum in many subject areas.
Quality materials from a variety of publishers are also used as we
continually seek the best educational tools available.
CLA offers a traditional liberal arts, college preparatory program in the
high school. Language, mathematics, science , history, humanities, Bible and
three years of Spanish are offered. Fine arts experiences include, chorus,
drum team, and drama. Textbooks are carefully chosen from the best sources
available. The high school program includes CHAT (The Center for History,
Arts and Technology). This exciting program provides in-depth experiences in
research, production and presentation of historic skills and crafts. Caring,
certified instructors provide an outstanding environment for academic
success.
College Preparatory Program
Christian Life Academy’s mission is to provide excellent academic
preparation, combined with a strong foundation in moral and ethical values.
Christian Life Academy’s high school prepares students for admission into
college and for success in whatever post high school training may be
pursued. More than 77% of CLA graduates continue their education at centers
of higher learning. In recent years CLA graduates have been accepted at:
Asbury
College
Bible Baptist,
Clarks Summit
Calvin College
Cedarville College
Clarion University
Drexel University
Eastern College
Edinboro University
Gannon University
Geneva College
Grove City College
Hope College
Houghton College
Huntington College
Indiana University
Kentucky Mt. CollegeLiberty University |
Messiah
College
Mt. Vernon College
Penn College University
Pensacola Christian College
Point Park University
Regent University
Robert Morris College
Slippery Rock University
Southeastern College
Spring Arbor College
Taylor College
Thiel College
Toccoa Falls College
Pitt University
Warner College
West Point Military Academy
Westminster College
Wheaton College |
Minimum Graduation Requirements
Minimum graduation requirements are 24 credits. The normal course load is
six courses per semester.
Subject/Credits Required for Graduation
Bible - 4
English - 4
Math - 3
Physical Education - 1
Science - 3
Social Sciences - 4
Foreign Language - 2
Fine Arts/Humanities - 1
Electives - 2
Students are encouraged to enroll in courses at neighboring colleges or
universities for credit.
Athletics
The purpose of the CLA sports program is to develop Christian character
through athletic competition. We are excited to have championship teams on a
regular basis at CLA.
Fall Sports: Girls Volleyball
Winter Sports: Boys and Girls Basketball
The sports teams are known as Eagles, with an eagle as the school mascot.
Team colors are blue, gold and white. CLA participates in the New Penn
Christian Conference. Typically students in grades 7-12 are welcome to
participate in high school sports. Home school students are also invited to
participate. See Forms and Documents below for additional athletic
information and for downloadable sports forms.
Fine Arts and Special Activities
Students are encouraged to become involved in the numerous special learning
activities. These include drum team, bell choir, dramatic productions, stage
crew, yearbook, math, spelling and speech competitions. Special event take
place annually that include concerts, musicals and plays. Selected students
participate in state district and regional choir and band festivals.
Distinctives
ACSI - CLA is an active member of the Association of Christian School
International. As a member school we are provided with a wide variety of
student services and regional competitions.
Academic Honors - Students at CLA typically score 1-2 grade levels above the
national average on standardized achievement tests. The average SAT score
for the last two years was 1638. The national average was 1518 and the state
average was 1476. During the past five years four CLA students have been
become National Merit Scholarship Finalists.

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