FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

WHY SHOULD I INVEST IN A CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOR MY CHILD?
It's all about worldview! Public Education curriculums are based upon a secular humanistic worldview. This worldview makes no room for a loving God in our world or in the life of a child. At PCA, we instill God's perspective on our world, into the heart and mind of each student.
WILL PCA PROVIDE MY CHILD WITH A QUALITY EDUCATION?
Absolutely! PCA students, along with the students of most Christian Schools, consistently perform higher academically than Public School students. PCA uses Christian based, advanced curriculums that challenge students to excel.
IS PCA ACCREDITED?
Yes. We are fully accredited by the National Private School Accreditation Alliance. We received this accreditation on April 30, 2007.
ARE YOUR TEACHERS CERTIFIED?
Yes, all our teachers are certified through National Private Schools Association Group.
Q: WHAT CHURCH IS AFFILIATED WITH PCA?
A: Parkway House of Prayer is the supporting church for Parkway Christian Academy. For more information about Parkway House of Prayer please go to the church website at: "parkwayhouseofprayer.org.".
Q: WHAT IS THE GRADING SCALE?
A: 94-100=A 87-93=B 77-86=C 70-76=D Below 70=F
Q: WHAT IS THE CUTOFF DATE FOR ADMISSION TO KINDERGARTEN?
A: A student must be five years old by September 30th of the current school year.
Q: DOES THE ACADEMIC LEVEL OF A STUDENT DETERMINE ADMISSION? WHAT CURRICULUM IS USED?
A: Incoming students may be tested and records from any previous schools will be requested before entry. PCA can only accept students that we are equipped to help. We make every effort to offer a variety of learning styles to meet the needs of every student. Our elementary and pre-school use the "A Beka" curriculum. Our junior high and high school use the "Bob Jones" curriculum.
Q: WHAT ARE THE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS?
A: A minimum of 24 credits is required in grades 9-12. Students planning to go to college will need 27 credits (an extra course in Math, Science, and Foriegn Language)
Q: HOW DO I ENROLL?
A: For an enrollment packet please call: (540) 982-2400.
Q. IS FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE?
A. Yes! Some financial aid (on a very limited basis) is available for those families who apply and are quailfied by our financial aid committee.
Q: DO PCA STUDENTS WEAR UNIFORMS?
A: Yes. PCA students from Kindergarten through 12th grade wear uniforms. Please call the school office for more details.
Q: WHAT IS THE ADDRESS?
A: 3230 King Street Roanoke, Va. 24012
Q: ARE THERE BOOK FEES?
A: Yes. The following are the book fees (one time each year) for 2009-2010: K3-K5 $100, 1st-6th $200, 7th-12th $300.
Q: IS THERE A REGISTRATION FEE FOR NEW STUDENTS?
A: Yes. The non-refundable registration fee of $200 must accompany all completed registration forms to secure enrollment.