Founded by the Green Street Baptist Church, High Point Christian Academy opened in August 1996 with 96 students in kindergarten through third grade. One grade was added per year which made the first graduating class the class of 2006.[3] The school had added its high school program with the 2002–2003 school year.[4] There are now 900 students in attendance and close to 1,000 alumni.[3]
Admissions
The Admissions process at High Point Christian Academy varies. For transitional kindergarten students applicants must be at least five years of age before their school year. Grades 1–12 admissions are based on the students recent report cards, standardized test scores, while grades 6–12 applicants must provide information from the previous school where the student most recently attended. For applicants seeking admission in grades 10–12 must submit a copy of their high school transcript and conduct an interview with the principal at HPCA. Candidates will receive a notification on their status for admission.[5]
Student life
Student life at High Point Christian Academy include students participating in numerous opportunities at school, chapels, clubs, and honor societies.
Elementary school students are required to participate in a grade level missions project, middle school students participate in the Servant Heart project that helps support the purpose of serving others, while high school students participate in the Life of Influence project, where helps students develop throughout their time in high school.[6]
The first teams in the school's history were the boys' and girls' basketball teams, which began in the 1999–2000 winter season.[8] In 2015–16 season the boys varsity team received national attention by adding five-star recruit Edrice Adebayo.[9]
Fine arts
High Point Christian Academy provides a fine arts program which includes art, band, drama, publications and chorus.[10]
↑ Schultz, Sue (August 20, 2002). "Christian academy to expand". The News & Record. High Point Christian Academy has expanded from 96 students in 1996 to 550 enrolled this year. The private school offers a high school curriculum this year.
↑ Adams, Tina (November 5, 1999). "Cougars pounce on first sports season". The News & Record. The High Point Christian Academy Cougars have donned green jerseys and started their inaugural basketball season. In fact, it's the school's inaugural of any athletic team; it's the first time the school has offered an organized sports program for students.
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