Atlantic Christian Academy

Atlantic Christian Academy

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“Intelligence plus character that is the goal of true education.” Martin Luther King Jr.

Atlantic Christian Academy

ABOUT A.C.A.

Mission Statement

The mission Atlantic Christian Academy is to provide an educational environment that promotes academic excellence, leadership, critical thinking, analytical skills, and intellectual, and spiritual development to a diverse community of young men and women, presently predominantly high risk students.

Philosophy

School Vision Statement

Atlantic Christian Academy’s mission is to inspire and equip every student to become a life-long learner and positive contributor to society through high expectations and excellent academics, engaged and individualized instruction and supportive community.

The Vision Statement of Atlantic Christian Academy

The vision of Atlantic Christian Academy for the 21st century is to provide the opportunity for Students, faculty, staff, parents and community to develop, through communication, a sense of ownership, spirit, and pride in the school. Not only must students be prepared academically; they must be nurtured with a sense of cultural awareness which includes an appreciation of the arts of tolerance, of diversity, and the community.

Educational Philosophy

Atlantic Christian Academy’s educational philosophy consists on providing an approved curriculum in a faith-based structure. Our focus, goals, and objectives are to educate and give high school students a solid foundation during the important formative years preparing them for young adulthood, higher education, and life. Our team of committed teachers, professional staff, and administrators closely guide, mentor, educate, and support students, individually meeting their unique and specific needs.

History of the School

Atlantic Christian Academy was created on 2006 to help students to complete high school for reasons such as not pass the FCAT Test, drop out of school.This school was founded by educators with 20 years of experience in education and graduated from accredited universities. Atlantic Christian Academy has been very successful providing young people opportunities to obtain a high school and pursue a college education. The school utilizes the Abeka curriculum and Apologia Christian Books. Atlantic Christian Academy hires qualified teachers and administrators that are available every day online to instruct and assist the students with their assignments. Students learn at their own pace with personalized attention meeting their special needs.

STATEMENT OF FAITH

We believe:

• We believe that God is the creator of the universe creating both of the seen (physical) and the unseen (spiritual) realms and that God the creator is also the giver of life.

• We believe the Holy Bible is God's word Personally spoken by God for mankind for the purpose of revealing who He is and it is without error in all issues to which it speaks.

• We believe in the Trinity (Trinity), one God in three Persons, consisting of Father, Son Jesus, and Holy Spirit. • We Believe Jesus Christ is Divine God who came from Heaven to mankind as a man yet retaining the Divinity of God and who while living a sinless life was rejected and betrayed by man to be crucified and die on the cross yet not to remain dead but to Resurrect the third day in accordance with His Everlasting Divine life.

• We believe that the death of Jesus on the cross provided complete atonement for all the sins of the world therefore cleansing those who choose to be cleansed from their sin to then receive the Holy Spirit and by receiving the Holy Spirit becoming "Born Again" and being Born Again becoming children of God. Children in the family of God and as children in a personal relationship with their Father who is God above all and as children also inheritors in the Heavenly Kingdom of Jesus the kingdom that is without end.

The Bible

http://www.basicchristian.org

Distance Education

Our distance learning program provides the distance learning opportunity for students to achieve their academic goals and an educational experience, of equal quality to traditional face-to-face setting, via distance learning. The Distance Learning modality allows a study curriculum for the learner to fulfill their student needs outside the classroom. Distance Education courses requiring a combination of online material and a physical on-site component twice per week to interact with faculty and advisors. The students learn at their own pace with personalized attention meeting their special needs and learning style.

As the platform for instruction is Blackboard. Instructors are also able to send feedback to the student using the internal messaging system. Through Blackboard, students are able to access all the resources they need for their individual courses. Textbook are provided by the school for each course as well as access codes and passwords for Textbook Web components. The students also have access to the schools Electronic Library System through the schools website.

Using the Blackboard system, teachers are able to upload video, audio clips, Power Point presentations, films, etc. to enhance their course content. Each textbook also comes equipped with a web component to enhance the content of the course as well.

PowerPoint presentations are used to enhance lectures, virtual labs are used in science courses to illustrate and show detailed information, numerous video and audio clips are used for the arts, as well as illustrative presentations that enable the teacher to communicate more effectively and enhance the teaching objectives being covered in the course. Specific lecture notes are also provided to cover each topic. Discussion Boards are also provided to elaborate or exchange information.

Parent and Community

At Atlantic Christian Academy, the parents are an integral part of our high school program. Parents must come visit our facilities to register their son/daughter and be introduced to the school and all the services available to the students. Parents are welcome to contact the school with any concern or to inquire about their son/daughter progress.

The Advisory Board consisting of members representing administrative staff, faculty, parents and when possible alumni. The board is responsible for providing feedback from the analysis and results of the evaluation and assessment process. The board meets once a year after the week of evaluation and assessment to make its recommendations to the administration.

They are also encouraged to inquire about their children’s performance and to ask for parent conferences with the faculty. The school also sends home a newsletter every semester.

The Advisory Board receives the results of the Evaluation and Assessment forms and provides feedback on the recommendations and implementations provided by the faculty and administration. ACAParentClub@yahoo.com

Tutorial Program

Students that demonstrate difficulty complying with the assignments and course requirements receive academic advisement and tutoring by the faculty. They are also asked to come for one-to-one tutoring and/or to do their school coursework on the schools computer in order to be able to monitor their performance.

Grading System

Superior Achievement A 100 – 90 4.00 points Very Good B 89 – 80 3.00 points Average C 79– 70 2.00 points Passing D 69 – 60 1.00 points Failure F 0 – 59 0.00 points Incomplete I

Students are required to keep up with the deadlines for each assignment as stated in the course syllabus. Additionally, the Student Handbook describes the Students Responsibilities as far as course completion, Grade Point Average (GPA), and fulfillment of all assignments in a timely manner.

Students receiving any grade less than a “C” are encouraged to retake the test to improve their grade. Students receiving an "F" grade will be required to retake the test. Incomplete "I" Student did not Complete the required class work for approved reason Withdrawal W

Orientation

Prior to the first day of class, Orientation is offered for all new students. All student development services representatives greet new students. New students will learn about policies and procedures from our high school.

School Associations

Student Government Association, Spanish Club, French Club, Math Club, Cheese Club, Pro-Life Club and Photography Club. Student Life http://www.atlanticchristianacademyhs.org/Student-Life.html

Special Need Program

Students with special learning needs may request curricular modifications. Teachers and the learning specialists work together to identify and implement modifications. If you have any disability or special need, hearing or vision impairment, call contact us for direct access to school representatives who are trained in providing support using accessibility services.

Scholarship

Atlantic Christian Academy Honor Scholarship provides scholarships to eligible students with special needs and/or economic necessity. Scholarship application

Protocol for volunteers, Staff and Teachers

Digital fingerprints completed every five years Each volunteer applicant must have their fingerprints taken digitally Atlantic Christian Academy will conduct a State & National Background Check (level 2) through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). If an applicant receives a screening clearance they may work as a volunteer at Atlantic Christian Academy if all criteria are met.

Volunteers must register online or contact the administration.

FDLE Backgroud Checks

CHILD PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATIONS

Florida law provides that any person who knows or has reasonable cause to suspect that a child isabused by a parent, legal custodian, caregiver or other person responsible for the child’s welfare must report such knowledge to the Department of Children and Families. The school will cooperate with all child protective investigations by DCF or the local law enforcement agency. Reports should be made to Florida’s Department of Children and Families by calling the Abuse Hotline at: 1-800-96-ABUSE (1-800-962-2873)

http://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/abuse-hotline

http://statelaws.findlaw.com/florida-law/florida-child-abuse-laws.html

School Handbook/Parent-Students Handbook/Staff-Faculty Handbook

The School Handbook, The Parent-Students Handbook and the Staff-Faculty Handbook are available for parents, students, staff and faculty under request.

Allergy

Our facility is a Peanut/Tree Nut Free facility

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Atlantic Christian Academy is serving students since 2006

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Atlantic Christian Academy is serving students since 2008

Owned and Operated by Teachers with 25 years of experience in Teaching and Administration

Atlantic Christian Academy is not associated with any others educational institutions, High Schools, Colleges, Vocational Schools or Universities.

Atlantic Christian Academy is an independent, international autonomous global high school institution.

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