All classes meet five days per week,  Morning drop-off begins at 8:05 a.m.

 Junior Kindergarten hours: 8:15 – 2:30 (full day)
Kindergarten hours:  8:15 – 2:30; Elementary hours: 8:15 – 2:30.  Morning dropoff begins at 8:05 a.m.  Before School care is from 7-8:05 a.m.  Afterschool program is until 5:30 p.m. 

In case of inclement weather:  In most cases WCA will follow the inclement weather delays or closings by Union County, NC public schools.  We also post our closings on several local Charlotte TV stations:  WBTV, WSOC and WCNC.  The most current listings of delays or closings can be obtained by going online to the above TV stations. Please check these three stations for any WCA information that may differ from Union County Public School's inclement weather plans. 

Along with Academics a typical day would  include the following:

Pledge of Allegiance
Patriotic Songs
Pledge to the Christian Flag
Pledge to the Bible
Hymms and Bible verses chosen for the month
Overview of the day's lessons and activities
Special classes or Chapel

GRADING SCALE FOR 2011-12:

A - Excellent                  93-100
B - Above Average       85-92
C  - Average                  77-84
D - Below Average       70-76
F - Failing                     Below 70

CURRICULUM 

Purposeful Design Mathematics, Purposeful Design Science, and Mosdos Press Literature are distributed by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).

Mathematics
WCA uses the Purposeful Design Mathematics curriculum in Kindergarten through sixth grade. Purposeful Design utilizes the five strands of mathematical proficiency; understanding, computating, applying, reasoning, and engaging to help students develop mathematical proficiency. Students are taught the basic facts and operations of mathematics while concepts are developed with the use of investigation, hands-on activities, and manipulatives.

Science
Purposeful Design Science curriculum, used in first through sixth grade, capitalizes on the natural curiosity of students to engage them actively in the learning process. The discovery-based model is relevant to students’ lives and stimulates them in thinking and doing as they explore the wonders of the world. Key concepts are taught based on the principles of Scripture and promote Christian worldview development.

Literature
The Mosdos Press literature series is incorporated in the fourth, fifth, and sixth grade language arts program at WCA. Mosdos Press provides readers with world-class literature that is intellectually challenging and based on traditional family values. The anthologies include short stories, poetry, nonfiction, novellas, drama, and, in some textbooks, full novels. The literature series meets stringent academic standards as it requires students to use higher level thinking skills to complete assignments.

Language Arts
A BEKA BOOK curriculum is used to teach language arts in Junior Kindergarten through third grade. A BEKA offers a phonics-based approach to teaching reading with a strong emphasis on Scripture and Christian character-building.

Wordly Wise, used in second through sixth grades, is based on carefully selected vocabulary words taken from literature, textbooks, and standardized testing books. The series builds vocabulary, critical thinking, and writing skills.

Social Studies
History is presented in a positive, uplifting historical context through the A BEKA BOOK curriculum. The historical perspective gained by students, instill in them a love for country and traditional values.  Map skills and geography are also taught at all grade levels.

Special Classes

Art
In art class, younger children are allowed to develop their fine motor skills using various art media. Seasonal projects are completed to supplement classroom curriculum. Older students also explore a variety of art media along with art elements such as line, color, and perspective. The students study various artists throughout history and the techniques they used.

Sixth graders have the opportunity to express ideas visually while developing skills in drawing, sculpting, and crafting. Students also gain a fundamental knowledge of artistic heritage and how art history relates to the present. Additionally, sixth graders participate in art shows and contests. 

Spanish
Junior Kindergarten through second grade is a non-written, non-reading introduction to Spanish as a second language. Spanish will be integrated through art, literature, and music. The focus will be on the child’s world stimulating interest through body movement, attractive visual aids, and age-appropriate materials. The curriculum used will teach listening and speaking skills.

In third, fourth, and fifth grades the primary emphasis will be on comprehending and speaking Spanish. Reading and writing will be introduced with the use of a workbook that compliments the curriculum and reinforces the written aspect of the language through relational exercises, drawing, coloring, and writing. Cultural awareness will also be reinforced in the lessons.

Sixth grade Spanish instruction will focus on comprehensible Spanish.  Visual cues, context, repeated hearings, and practice will help students internalize the basic vocabulary. Culture and geography will also be a part of instruction. Textbook instruction will include Spanish for the Christian School, Sixth Grade, by Wingspread Publishers and will be supplemented with music, instruments, drama, and art. 

Computers
During weekly Computer classes, students will learn keyboarding, word processing, and editing skills. All students will engage in age-appropriate lessons related to online safety, sending emails, and how to prevent cyberbullying. Every student will have independent computer time to become familiar with computer operations.

PE
The Physical Education program is designed to create a fun, non-competitive environment for all students and to foster a lifelong appreciation for a healthy living lifestyle. During the course of the school year, the students will learn interactive physical games, movement skills, flexibility exercises, sports related skills, and dance activities.

Music
Music lessons are created to align directly to the North Carolina “Music Standard Course of Study” and include weekly opportunities to perform, create, analyze, improvise, and listen to music. Classes are designed to meet the needs of all students and special attention is placed on valuing the God-given ideas, skills, and creativity of each child. Classes are high-energy and students are encouraged to dance, move, and groove!

Chapel
Chapel services are held once a week for all students. The spiritual development of students is encouraged in all chapel worship services which include scripture reading, prayer, music, and inspirational speakers. 

Elective Programs
Math SuperStars, or Sunshine Math, was designed by the Florida Department of Education as an enrichment program for self-motivated learners who enjoy mathematics and problem solving.  The program is strictly voluntary and is open to students in kindergarten through sixth grade.  Students who choose to participate in the program will be rewarded at the end of each ten week period.

Book It!  is an incentive based reading program designed to encourage students in Junior Kindergarten through sixth grade to become lifelong readers. Students who meet their monthly goals earn a Reading Award Certificate that can be redeemed at Pizza Hut for a free one-topping Personal Pan Pizza.