Major Subjects Include

English, Math, Bible, Grammar/Reading, Phonics/Composition, Social Studies, Penmanship, Spelling, US History, World Geography, Government, Economics, Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry, Accounting, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Business Math, Computer classes starting in 4th grade, Psychology, General Business Math, Spanish starting in DK through 12th grades

Latin is infused into the 4th - 12th grade language arts curriculum.

Additional emphasis is given to Handwriting, Family Consumer Science, Health, Vocal and Instrumental Music, Speech/Drama, Art including Computer Graphic Art, and Physical Education.

Our students have the opportunity to participate in ACSI Math Olympiad, Speech Meets, Art Festival, Science Fair, Spelling Bee, and Vocal and Band Competitions.

Social activities include student government, class socials, formal homecoming banquet, high school retreats, leadership weekends, and class trips.  Community service activities are also included in the high school curriculum to help students become socially responsible.   These include community activities and local charity outreaches. 

Washington DC Class Trip

 Student Council 2007 2008

The secondary curriculum is designed to provide
a selection of college preparatory coursework for
future collegiate studies.  Our graduates have been
accepted to many Colleges and Universities.  Several
have received both sport and academic scholarships.
A recent ACA graduate received a $4000.00
scholarship to Iowa State University for
class rank and another received a full ride scholarship
through the ROTC program. 

Our teachers are state certified for the classes they teach.

We currently use a combination of several different Christian curriculum. 
They include ABEKA, Bob Jones, and ACSI.

All reading programs use a phonics-based curriculum and teaching techniques
and we have a resource teacher for students with special needs.

A fully equipped Computer Lab helps to prepare students for
today's Technology!  We have many wonderful volunteers that help
keep our computers up to date with the latest software programs!

WHEN IS A PERSON TRULY EDUCATED?
By Carolyn Caines
Columbia Heights Christian Academy, Longview, Washington

IF I learn my ABCs, can read 600 words per minute, and can write with perfect penmanship but have not
been shown how to communicate with the designer of all language,
I have not been educated.

IF I can deliver an eloquent speech and persuade with my stunning logic but have not been instructed In
God's wisdom,
I have not been educated.

IF I have read Williams Shakespeare and Jon Locke and can discuss their writings with keen insight but
have not read the greatest book - the Bible- and have no knowledge of its personal importance,
I have not been educated.

IF I have memorized addition facts, multiplication tables, and chemical formulas but have never been
disciplined to hide God's Word in my heart,
I have not been educated.

IF I can explain the law of gravity and Einstein's theory of relativity but have never been instructed in the
unchangeable laws of the One who orders our universe,
I have not been educated.

IF I can classify animals by their family, genus, and species and can write a lengthy scientific paper that
wins an award but have not been introduced to the Maker's purpose for all creation,
I have not been educated.

IF I can recite the Gettysburg Address and the Preamble to the Constitution from memory but have not been
informed of the hand of God in the history of our country,
I have not been educated.

IF I can play the piano, the violin, and six other instruments and can write music that moves men to tears,
but have not been taught to listen to the Director of the universe and worship Him,
I have not been educated.

IF I can run cross-country races, star in basketball, and do 100 push-ups without stopping but have never
been shown how to bend my spirit to do God's will,
I have not been educated.

IF I can identify a Picasso, describe the style of DaVinci, and even paint a portrait that gains acclaim but
have not learned that all harmony and beauty in a life comes from a relationship with God,
I have not been educated.

IF I graduate with a perfect 4.0 and am accepted at the finest university with a full scholarship but have not
been guided into a career of God's choosing for me,
I have not been educated.

IF I become a good citizen, voting at each election and fighting for what is moral and right, but have not
been told of the sinfulness of man and his hopelessness without Christ,
I have not been educated.

However, IF one day I see the world as God sees it, and come to know Him, Whom to know is life eternal,
and glorify God by fulfilling His purpose for me,
Then I have Been Educated!