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Principal |
Phyllis Shannon email the principal |
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Gender composition |
coed |
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Dress code |
Dress code: No offensive logos or words on clothing. Clothing must be neat and clean. Shoes must be sturdy shoes that are appropriate for active play. |
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School Mission
- The mission of Christopher Academy is to provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum in a stimulating environment that fosters a love of learning.
| Curriculum |
- Foreign language(s) taught: Spanish.
- This school has a particular instructional focus on hands-on learning, project-based instruction.
- Physical education is required for the following grades: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
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Instructional Program Highlights
- We value art and music and make it a priority in our schedule.
- We encourage all students to acheive to their personal best.
- We have high expectations for academic achievement.
- We provide many experiences for young students to make oral presentations and to participate in programs.
| Activities and Sports |
- Clubs and extra-curricular activities include: CARES Club, Community Service Club, 1st - 5th; Math Club, 1st - 5th; Flag Football, 1st - 5th; Drama Class, 1st - 5th; Basketball, 1st - 5th and Chess Class, 1st - 5th.
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| Technology and Facilities |
- This school was established between 1970-1979.
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| Admissions and Enrollment |
- Measures used to evaluate applicants: interview and recommendations.
- To evaluate applicants, this school also uses: In-house testing, classroom visits.
- 0-20% of students receive financial aid to attend this school.
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| Other Features and Highlights |
- 86-90% of students remained enrolled at the school between last school year and this school year.
- Regular classroom hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Accredited by Virginia Association of Independent Schools in 2005.
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| Source of Data |
Additional information, including curriculum and special programs, was either submitted to GreatSchools by a school official or comes directly from the school or school district's Web site. This page was last updated on 04/10/2008. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information submitted by school officials.
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