High School

The High School curriculum is focused on core courses in Bible, English, Math, Science, Foreign Language, and History, with concentration on the writing process, reading comprehension, and vocabulary development. A high value is placed on collaboration, with all departments working together to encourage and support each student’s personal and academic maturation.

Students move through courses in Math, Science, and Foreign Language in a sequence that is appropriate for their skills level, which ensures that grade level does not limit course selection. GCA offers honors courses in English and formal Advanced Placement courses in English, United States History, European History, German, Spanish, Calculus, and Studio Art.

In order to graduate, students must earn a minimum of 28 credits in grades 9-12. Seven credits are available each year. Credits are awarded on a semester basis, not on the basis of the yearly average in each class.

Colleges are looking for a variety of academic courses that demonstrate a margin of difficulty. GCA offers 12 AP courses and 13 Honors courses along with numerous DE opportunities for juniors and seniors. GCA also boasts a state-leading 90% AP exam pass rate.

The Dual Enrollment Program is a cooperative effort between multiple Universities and Grace Christian Academy to provide 58 college-level course offerings to GCA students. This program allows students the opportunity to earn college credit while at GCA. These courses are only available to 11th and 12th grade students who have a 3.00 cum GPA in order to enroll.

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As a graduation requirement, all seniors will successfully complete a capstone course that serves as GCA’s culminating educational experience. The project encompasses written components and an oral defense that demonstrates the student’s understanding of a controversial topic when applied against a biblical worldview. The Capstone Director and Capstone Committee will guide students through the process of planning, refining, and
defending their chosen topic. Students will learn to interact with this material both in a historical and modern-day context. The final culmination of the course is a Senior thesis that students present and defend before a board of advising teachers. 

The GCA Internship offers a platform for students to explore internship and summer opportunities that align with their career goals and values. GCA business partnering connect with our talented, and motivated students while help to shape the next generation of professionals.

Our GCA students will have the opportunity to...

• Meet and Learn from Christians in the Workplace: Meet employers and organizations that prioritize Christian principles and values in their workplace.

• Network with Employers: Connect with like-minded individuals and industry professionals who share faith and vision.

• Hear from Successful Professionals: Attend keynote sessions on integrating faith into careers, resume writing, and interview preparation, all rooted in Christian teachings.

• Obtain a Summer Job/Internship: Apply and interview for summer jobs/internships. 

Appalachian Heritage

Yearbook/Digital Media

Study Hall (no credit)

20th Century History

Medical Careers (0.5 credit)

Sports Management (0.5 credit)

DE Intro to Business

DE Intro to Criminal Justice

DE General Psychology

DE Intro to Communications

DE Intro to Fine Arts

The goal of the Learning Center is to meet students at the point of their need and help move them to the peak of their potential. We want each student to truly know that they are uniquely and individually made with a God-given plan and purpose for their lives.  At an additional fee above tuition, students may receive tutoring services during their school day to either provide a level of academic support or to promote academic acceleration. 

Students with a current diagnosed disability that impacts educational learning may also be eligible to receive classroom accommodations through a formal educational plan (Learning plan or 504 plan).

Tutoring support is available to any student at an additional cost. Fees are billed through the GCA FACTS system each month.

The GCA Learning Center Tutoring Support is available for the following subject areas:

• Algebra I and Algebra II
• Anatomy
• Biology
• Chemistry
• English
• Environmental Science
• Geometry
• History

As part of the Mission Engagement Development Process, High School students at Grace Christian Academy will be participating in meaningful mission experiences and service to others. Students will be encouraged and expected to reach out to the needs of their fellow students, churches, local nonprofit agencies, and people across the world. The goal of the Mission Engagement requirement is to engage students both academically
and spiritually as they seek to glorify God through service to Him. Through these experiences, students will develop skills in planning, research, communications, service, and leadership. It is the hope that their work, combined with their personal experiences in ministry, will serve to enlighten their minds and inflame their hearts, that they might ultimately be transformed into both lifelong learners and servants of Christ.

The Guidance Department at Grace Christian Academy serves to encourage and support students as they discover their full potential in Christ.

With the use of the Scoir portal, a tool for students and parents, and college and career counseling services, our Guidance Department offers a full range of resources for students as they navigate high school and prepare for the future.