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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:

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: Boys Soccer and 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. Our faculty participates in the ACSI educational conferences each year.

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.

The Center for History Arts and Technology (CHAT) - CHAT is a remarkable high school program that engages students in a variety of historic crafts, skills and technologies. Each Wednesday afternoon 7-12 students work on motivating historic projects from candle making to pouring lead soldiers, from creating historic clothing to building furniture. Annual historic presentations are made for the public.

Leadership, Apprenticeships and Service (LAPS) - LAPS is another innovative program that provides opportunities for older high school students to work with businesses and private sector organizations. Students are able to get real-life opportunities in areas that interest them most.
 

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