School Frequently Asked Questions
1. What grades does RiverWalk Christian Academy Offer?
We currently have Kindergarten 5, and Grades 1-8. Child Care is also available for infants through age 4 through our Childcare center - RiverWalk Childcare Center
2. What
curriculum is used?
The ABEKA curriculum is the approved plan of study for all classes. The advanced course of study offers an intensive phonics approach to
reading, a traditional program of math instruction, and a language arts
program that prepares students to write and speak effectively. The Bob Jones curriculum is the approved plan of study for grades 4-8. This is a Christian curriculum that offers a traditional Math program, an up-to-date Science and Social Studies program with a Godly emphasis and perspective, an intensive Language Arts program, and challenges the students with critical thinking skills in Reading.
3. What about
accreditation?
RiverWalk Christian Academy is a non public school which is registered with the Florida Department
of Education, and the Seminole County Board of Education. RiverWalk Christian Academy is a member Church of God Association of Christian
Schools (CGACS), a leading education association in the Church of God,
Tampa, Florida.
4. What is the
religious emphasis at RiverWalk Christian Academy?
RiverWalk Christian Academy is an educational ministry of RiverWalk Church of God. The school's
purpose is to provide students with a knowledge of God, to instill a
love and respect for God's Word, to introduce students to the plan of
salvation and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and to teach
basic Christian principles for daily living. Classroom morning
devotions, weekly chapel services, and regular chapel instruction are an
important part of the student's learning experience.
5. What are
the admissions requirements?
RiverWalk Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all
the rights, principles, programs, and activities made available to
students at the school. Acceptance is determined in the completion of
the admission application, a personal interview with the school
administration, an evaluation of the student's academic and behavioral
record, and payment of the appropriate fees.
6. What
enhancement programs are offered?
| Weekly Chapel Services | P.E. Activities | Kindergarten Graduation |
| Honor Roll Recognition | Academic Awards | Choral Music |
| Classroom Art Projects | Musical Concerts | Field Trips |
| Science & History Fairs | and more……. |
7. What about
before / after care?
Students
will be received beginning at 7:30 a.m. with class beginning at 8:00
a.m. If you need care before 7:30 a.m., before school care is available
from 6:00 to 7:30 a.m.
through our Child Care Center. School pick-up ends at 3:15 p.m. After
school care is available from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. There is a fee for
before and after school care.
8. What about
dress code?
Uniforms
are mandatory at RiverWalk Christian Academy.
The accepted uniform colors and styles are listed in the student
handbook. A RiverWalk Christian Academy logo t-shirt is required for
field trips. These t-shirts can be purchased through the school
office.
9. What about
grades / testing?
The
progress of all students is evaluated on a nine week grading period in
both social and academic development. Students are given a standardized
achievement test in the Spring of each school year as an additional
assessment of academic progress.
10. What about
discipline?
RiverWalk Christian Academy feels it is beneficial and necessary for discipline to be a part of the
classroom setting. A clearly defined behavioral management system is
adhered to in each classroom. Prayer and Godly counsel are an integral
part of our discipline procedure. The teaching staff and administration
of RiverWalk Christian Academy desires to keep communication open with
parents as a partnership in discipline. Student responsibilities and
behavior guidelines are outlined in the Student Handbook.
** School policy states that all employees have a duty to report actual or suspected misconduct by instructional personnel or school administrators which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student.**