| Blue Ridge Christian Academy | |
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| Address | |
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424 Highway 101 , 29653 United States | |
| Coordinates | 35°6′N 82°20′W / 35.100°N 82.333°W |
| Information | |
| School type | Private |
| Motto | "Equipping students to impact the world for Christ" |
| Denomination | Non-denominational |
| Established | 2004 |
| Closed | 2013 (Lack of funding) |
| Administrator | Diana Baker |
| Grades | Preschool-12 (as of 2012) |
| Campus size | 30 acres (120,000 m2) |
| Campus type | Rural |
| Color(s) | Blue, Green, Yellow |
| Athletics | Ladies' Volleyball, Cross Country, Boys' Fall Soccer, Boys' and Girls' Basketball, Boys' and Girls' Spring Soccer |
| Athletics conference | Blue Ridge Christian Conference |
| Mascot | Warrior |
| Yearbook | The Chronicle |
| Website | http://www.brca.us/ |
Blue Ridge Christian Academy was a private college preparatory Christian school in Landrum, South Carolina. In 2013, the academy was featured in nationwide coverage for administering a creationist science quiz. The academy closed for the 2013-2014 school year due to lack of funding.
The academy was founded by Jill and E.J. Bird in 2004, and governed by a board of directors. It was accredited by Association of Christian Schools International and had classes for students ranging from Pre-kindergarten to High School level.
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We want to invite you into the doors of Ridge Christian Academy starting early on from kindergarten we feel it is important to teach our students to push themselves to do their personal best while our staff strives to create an environment with the love and discipline of Christ. In our ministry we use A Beka and Saxon Curriculum and our resource program helps students get stronger in specific areas. Since we are a small school we can offer individual and personal attention to all of our students here at Ridge Christian Academy. We have special Areas in music art Spanish computers and PE, as well as Academic competitions through our accrediting agency the South Carolina Independent School Association; our students have the opportunity to take College Classes while enrolled here at Ridge Christian Academy. Student "I think that when the colleges look at my transcripts and see that I went to a Christian school they'll have a better idea of what maybe my morals are like." And many of the graduating Seniors have received scholarships for college. Although we feel Faith and Academics should be on the forefront, Athletics is important as well. It is vital that we offer a balance with and energy outlet for our students. Athletics offers that great outlet but also inspires great life lessons, such as responsibility discipline sportsmanship and teamwork, together as a team our coaches, students, parents and volunteers make this a success. Finally RCA is not an extravagant school but we are down to earth Christians who love children. Parent The Values of the Teachers, We know absolutely where they stand all the teachers at the school are strong committed Christians and the kids everyday are studying the Word and learning about our Savior, Each one is very special to the school and staff that is there, they aren't treated as just another number it's not student number 560, are treated as each individual student is a special part of the school. Our Goal is to ensure that our students leave here faith filled and academically at the top of their game so they can face the worlds challenges head on with integrity and character. Stop by or call us today we will be happy to show you around (843)873-9856
Controversies
The school offered a Christ-centered education, where kids were intended to be "prepared to impact the world for Christ." In Spring 2013, it was reported that a 4th grade science quiz administered at the school promoted Young Earth creationism.[1][2][3] The correct answers to the quiz stated that the Earth is not billions of years old, that dinosaurs did not live millions of years ago, that God created dinosaurs on the 6th day and included several additional questions regarding Bible content.[1] Diana Baker, BRCA Administrator, stated that she did not feel anything wrong was done and that the teacher would not be disciplined.[2]
Ken Ham, President of Answers in Genesis, stated on his blog that the quiz was based on a DVD produced by his organization.[4]
Closure
Blue Ridge Christian Academy announced that it would not be open for the 2013-2014 school year due to lack of funding.[5] The school had sought $200,000 to remain open, but had only received $15,000 in donations. On August 8, 2013, a public sale was scheduled by the school to sell its curricula, books, teacher resources, office supplies, school supplies, toys and bulletin board materials. The school's furniture and computers were not included in the sale. The proceeds of the sale were to go towards paying its debts, which included two months of teachers' salaries.[6]
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Parents and kids huddle together after Field Day to form the letters: BRCA
References
- ^ a b Barbara; David P. Mikkelson (April 2013). "Remains to be Seen". Snopes. Retrieved 2 May 2013.
- ^ a b Funderburg, Greg (1 May 2013). "Upstate school's science quiz sparks controversy". FOX Carolina. Archived from the original on 3 December 2013. Retrieved 2 May 2013.
- ^ Overton, William R. (5 January 1982). "McLean v. Arkansas Board of Education". McLean v. Arkansas. TalkOrigins Archive. Retrieved 2011-05-10.
- ^ Ham, Ken (30 April 2013). "Around The World with Ken Ham: Atheists Lash Out at a Christian School". Retrieved 2 May 2013.
The questions on the quiz were based on an Answers in Genesis DVD that was shown at the school.
- ^ Klein, Rebecca (2013-08-29). "School That Gave Controversial Creationist Quiz Is Closing". HuffPost. Retrieved 2020-08-11.
- ^ "Blue Ridge Christian Academy closing doors". Archived from the original on 2013-08-20. Retrieved 2013-08-29.
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