Introduction To WCA:

The WAVE Christian Academy endeavors to develop children that mature in a positive, Christ-centered environment that integrates faith and learning by emphasizing Biblical training and academic excellence. The WCA will provide the best possible instruction to be able to grow and to learn God’s truth in every area of their life. Through continual evaluation of staff, facilities, curriculum and activities we are committed to develop graduates who are prepared for their adult life. To be prepared for successful college or endeavors.

Mission Statement:

Vision Statement:

The WAVE Christian Academy is committed to providing a Christ-centered education integrating spiritual, academic, social, physical, and emotional training, leading to a life of commitment and service to God.

Admissions:

Request an application and complete the necessary information.
Submit the application to the financial office with the non-refundable registration fee of $100 or $150 per family (January 1st – April 30th. $150 (May 1st – August 1st $175). Returning students the fee is $75.
Bring the students social security number, a copy of the student’s birth certificate and the students immunization record and any other information that may assist the office, such as grades, achievement scores.
The legal guardian must accompany the student for the initial interview.
WCA is a part of the NC Opportunity Grant. You can apply for a grant to help with the cost of the school. However, WCA cannot assist or advise you with their application process. This begins in January/February of each year.
Applications will be accepted for the new year up to November 30th of each year for those wanting to apply for the NC Opportunity Grant.
Applications can be accepted after this date based on openings however the NC Opportunity Grant only accepts their applications during a certain time period.

Affiliation And Accreditation: WCA is a non-profit organization. We receive no federal or state financial assistance other than a tax -exempt status.

The WAVE Christian Academy

Prayer:

Each day WCA begins with pledges and an opening prayer. We also pray over our food. All students are expected to be respectful during prayer time, by bowing their heads and closing their eyes. It is the responsibility of the teacher to lead the class in prayer each morning and before being dismissed for lunch.

Academics:

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Bible Versions:

The King James Version is recognized as the version that will be used for the classroom study, quotation and memorization at the WCA. However, verse comparisons can use other translations to help with the understanding if need be.

Elementary:

The elementary program is designed to develop the learning and study skills necessary for all subject areas including daily instruction in the Bible. The reading program uses phonics with comprehension. The emphasis is reading as it is the gateway to all learning. Parents are encouraged to participate in their student’s academics. This elementary program is designed for average to above average students.

Students are required to participate in regular chapel programs, concerts, competitions and recitals that are used to develop their talents.

Language, spelling, ready, math, science, social studies and Bible are taught in grades 1-6. Extra studies such as Music, PE, Art and Penmanship are also taught.

Middle:

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High School:

(Will Be Updated) High School Graduation is 22 Total Credits

Report Cards:

Report cards are issued every nine weeks with progress reports mid mark. We highly recommend you look at your student’s weekly take home papers and reports to watch their progress. The WCA will offer tutoring at set times during the nine weeks to ensure your student’s growth.

The WCA will operate on a 10-point grade scale.

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Honor Roll:

A Honor Roll: Students in grades 1-12 are considered A Honor Roll when they receive a final grade of 90 or above in all classes.

A/B Honor Roll: Students in grades 1-12 are considered A/B Honor Roll when they receive a final grade of 80 or above in all classes.

Tutoring/Help Classes: Students who may need extra help may be able to attend additional tutoring at set times. The individual teachers will work with the student and guardian to address it.

Testing Program: All students will take an achievement test twice a year to measure the student’s abilities and progress.

End Of Year Promotion:

Based on the student’s grades determine the promotion to the next grade level. The student must be passing with a C in order to be promoted.

Homework:

The successful completion of all assigned classwork is an integral part of academic progress. Assignments will be given with a date of completion required.

Parent Involvement:

Your student’s success depends upon a collaboration of Parent/Guardian, Student & School. It is of the utmost importance that you reinforce what is being instructed to your student and with your guidance and support of additional learning. Homework, while kept at a minimum, is necessary for reinforcement of learning. Reading with your student on a regular routine is important for their continued growth.

Attendance:

Daily regular attendance is necessary for your student to gain the most from their school time. Students should arrive by no earlier than 7:15 am and report to the Johnson Fellowship Hall. School starts at 7:30 am – 2:30pm. To be counted as present for the day, the student must be in class for at least 5.30 hours of the day. If the time is less than that they are considered absent.

Hours of Attendance Required by NC: Your student is required to attend 185 days or 1025 hours. To maintain a flexible schedule for Dr. appointments and extra tutoring WCA elects to follow the hour requirements. Each year a school calendar will be set, however situations may arise that it may be changed as necessary. WCA will begin classes in August and end in May with variances as posted. Our teacher workdays will be set for Fridays, and we will have a total of 9 workdays as required by North Carolina Law.

Operation Hours:

Mon- Tues – Thurs- Fri 7:30 – 2:30, Wed 7:30-11:30. For a total of 32 hours per week of instruction. Friday afternoon will be make-up time and tutoring. Please make appointments on Wednesday afternoon to limit your students’ absences.

Absences:

Examples of Excused Absences: 1. Sickness (3rd day requires a Dr.’s note). 2. Death in the immediate family. 3. Doctor/Dental appointment. 4. Court appearance.

Truancy:

A student with fifteen or more unexcused absences is in the truancy violation and will be required to make up missed days. Dates and times will be set by WCA, and the parent will be made aware of multiple absences/tardies. All doctor appointments require a note in order to be excused. They are eligible to make up time and schoolwork. Personal reasons are considered unexcused absence. Iredell County officials and NC State will be notified in the event of any Truancy Violations.

After School Care:

The WAC will be offering after school care for our students only. 2:30 – 6:00 pm. There will be an additional charge for any time after the set time. Please provide an afternoon snack for your child.

Accelerated Christian Education Curriculum:

A.C.E. is designed around a new format: that of building skill upon skill. The scope and sequence ignore the concept of grade level and moves with continuous progress beginning with the first skill to be mastered. Depending on their ability and motivation levels, students may move ahead rapidly or take as long as necessary, but each student must master the concepts in the material.

Each student learns essential academics and explores truths about God and His world without being pressured to keep up with a group.

As the student moves upward, level after level, and moves into new concepts, they are far better prepared to learn because they have mastered the skill on the previous level. They will not advance until they have mastered each concept. They are not lock stepped with their classmates but are learning individually and completely before advancing. A.C.E. implements a unique and effective system.

Dress Code:

Uniform style dress pants, shorts and females may add knee length skirts or jumpers. Students may wear either navy, gray, blue, black, or khaki uniforms. The length of uniform shorts/shirts/dresses must not rise more than 2 inches above the middle of the knee when seated.
Solid colored polo shirts.
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Food:

You will be responsible for packing your student’s lunch and snacks each day. We will provide microwaves to warm up food. Several times a year will ask for donations such as, plates, utensils, etc. to cover the cost of extras. If your child is staying after school, you will need to provide a snack for that time as well. Their food should be in a lunch box with their name clearly written on it.

Food:

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