Donelson Christian Academy
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DCA is committed to teaching students to effectively use technology throughout their educational career. Technology is integrated into everyday activities both inside and outside the classroom. Technology enhances a student's education by developing problem-solving skills. DCA has Promethean Interactive White Boards in every classroom from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. These interactive boards are giant computer touch screens that enhance the educational experience and provide an additional avenue through which students are engaged in the classroom. All students in sixth through the twelfth grade are equipped with their own iPad to be used at school and at home for all subject areas.
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DCA is committed to teaching students to effectively use technology throughout their educational career. Technology is integrated into everyday activities both inside and outside the classroom. Technology enhances a student's education by developing problem-solving skills. DCA has Promethean Interactive White Boards in every classroom from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. These interactive boards are giant computer touch screens that enhance the educational experience and provide an additional avenue through which students are engaged in the classroom. All students in sixth through the twelfth grade are equipped with their own iPad to be used at school and at home for all subject areas.
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DCA educates approximately 850 students in its preschool, elementary, middle, and high school programs. Having students who represent a wide range of ages on one campus provides a family atmosphere and an ideal environment for student mentoring opportunities across grade levels. The preschool, which includes pre-kindergarten currently serves students starting at 12 months old. There are 29 full time teachers and one full-time director. The preschool is licensed by the Tennessee Department of Education. The elementary school includes kindergarten trough the fifth grade. The faculty consists of 27 educators , with 37% having advanced degrees. The middle school includes sixth through the eighth grade and the high school includes the ninth grade through the twelfth grade. The faculty consists of 36 educators with 50% having advanced degrees.
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DCA educates approximately 850 students in its preschool, elementary, middle, and high school programs. Having students who represent a wide range of ages on one campus provides a family atmosphere and an ideal environment for student mentoring opportunities across grade levels. The preschool, which includes pre-kindergarten currently serves students starting at 12 months old. There are 29 full time teachers and one full-time director. The preschool is licensed by the Tennessee Department of Education. The elementary school includes kindergarten trough the fifth grade. The faculty consists of 27 educators , with 37% having advanced degrees. The middle school includes sixth through the eighth grade and the high school includes the ninth grade through the twelfth grade. The faculty consists of 36 educators with 50% having advanced degrees.
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Donelson Christian Academy offers a significant number of opportunities outside the classroom. The Academy's mission statement concludes by expressing the goal of developing Christ-like leaders who will serve in their homes, churches, and communities. As a result, the school requires students to participate in community service in many ways that directly impact people locally in Donelson and Hermitage,as well as in the broader Nashville community. In addition, the students themselves experience the timeless axiom that it is more blessed to give than to receive. We are proud that our graduates continue to value service after graduation. In addition nearly every student is involved in clubs, athletics, performing arts, or visual arts. Twenty four sports are available on the varsity level. Performing arts include concert choir, Legacy Show Choir, concert band, marching band, and theatre performances. Life lessons such as commitment, discipline, and the ability to work cooperatively with others are important learning opportunities that are stressed in all DCA programs.
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Donelson Christian Academy offers a significant number of opportunities outside the classroom. The Academy's mission statement concludes by expressing the goal of developing Christ-like leaders who will serve in their homes, churches, and communities. As a result, the school requires students to participate in community service in many ways that directly impact people locally in Donelson and Hermitage,as well as in the broader Nashville community. In addition, the students themselves experience the timeless axiom that it is more blessed to give than to receive. We are proud that our graduates continue to value service after graduation. In addition nearly every student is involved in clubs, athletics, performing arts, or visual arts. Twenty four sports are available on the varsity level. Performing arts include concert choir, Legacy Show Choir, concert band, marching band, and theatre performances. Life lessons such as commitment, discipline, and the ability to work cooperatively with others are important learning opportunities that are stressed in all DCA programs.
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The academic program at DCA is ideally suited to challenge students in every area of their academic experience. The Academy offers college preparatory classes in every subject. All students are well-prepared to gain admission into post-secondary institutions. Students have the opportunity to pursue more challenging options and can earn multiple hours of college credit while at the Academy. At the high school level, students may take Dual Enrollment, and Advanced Placement courses and upon successful completion may earn up to 18 college hours through Dual Enrollment and up to 64 college credits through Advanced Placement. Beginning in lower elementary grades, ability levels are addressed and within the classroom and by grade level. Accelerated programs are available beginning in Kindergarten. Honors courses are offered in a variety of disciplines beginning in middle school.
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The academic program at DCA is ideally suited to challenge students in every area of their academic experience. The Academy offers college preparatory classes in every subject. All students are well-prepared to gain admission into post-secondary institutions. Students have the opportunity to pursue more challenging options and can earn multiple hours of college credit while at the Academy. At the high school level, students may take Dual Enrollment, and Advanced Placement courses and upon successful completion may earn up to 18 college hours through Dual Enrollment and up to 64 college credits through Advanced Placement. Beginning in lower elementary grades, ability levels are addressed and within the classroom and by grade level. Accelerated programs are available beginning in Kindergarten. Honors courses are offered in a variety of disciplines beginning in middle school.
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