Our Mission‌ To glorify God and assist families by providing a Christ-centered education which inspires and enables students to pursue spiritual maturity and academic excellence.
306 W. 78th Street | Chanhassen, MN | 55317 | 952 -949-9014 | chapel-hill.org
Curriculum Christian education is an investment in the whole child, spiritually, academically, emotionally and socially. Through excellent instruction from a biblical worldview, students at Chapel Hill Academy are guided into truth in all subject areas. Parents are assisted in the teaching and training of students to develop a passion for Christ and education for life. Chapel Hill Academy offers a comprehensive core curriculum including Bible, history, phonetically based reading instruction, classic literature, grammar and writing, math and science/STEM. The STEM program at CHA seeks to prepare students for 21st century skills through the blending of instruction in science, technology, engineering, and math from a Christian perspective.
Extracurricular Activities Our extra-curricular activities minister to the whole person in pursuit of excellence inside and outside the classroom. CHA competitive sports programs in volleyball, soccer, basketball, track, baseball and softball are available for students in grades 4-8.
Valuing the importance of the arts in a child’s development, attention is also given to music and art, as well as physical education and library skills at all grades. Spanish instruction enriches the K – 5th grade program and is a core component of 6th – 8th grades. All areas of the curriculum are on a regular review cycle with careful attention given to the selection of textbooks and instructional materials. Both Christian and secular materials are utilized by teachers in the development of lessons equipping students to think biblically in all content areas. The integration of a variety of technology resources have enhanced the educational program at Chapel Hill Academy and provided additional tools for differentiating instruction and engaging learners. Field trips at all grade levels lend real-life experience to textbook knowledge and enhance classroom instruction. The highlight of the eighth grade year is a week long history trip to the East Coast with a focus on the Christian heritage of the United States.
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Standardized tests are administered annually in grades 1-8 and consistently demonstrate significantly higher scores in all areas compared to national averages. Our licensed teachers are godly men and women whose first priority is to model a consistent personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Teachers devote daily classroom time encouraging students to “stand firm in the Lord” (Philippians 4:1) by the renewal of their thoughts, attitudes and actions. Students compete in annual ACSI Student Activities including Spelling Bee and Math Olympics. Additional academic activities include Math Counts, Robotics, Music and Fine Arts competitions.
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Variable Tuition 2017-2018 Think a quality Christian education is beyond your family ’s budget? Think again! We recognize that providing a quality Christian education is a significant financial commitment. Chapel Hill Academy proudly offers Variable Tuition (formerly called Tuition Assistance) which adjusts tuition rates to meet your family ’s unique financial position. What is Variable Tuition? Variable Tuition is a tuition rate that is adjusted to meet the unique financial position of each family. This allows families to apply for reduced tuition that is right for their financial situation. How Does Variable Tuition Work? All families (current or new) with students in Kindergarten through 8th grade may apply for Variable Tuition as a way to expl ore options for managing tuition at CHA. Variable Tuition is not available for CHA ’s Junior Kindergarten program.
Admissions Procedure As a ministry to Christian families, Chapel Hill Academy requires at least one parent has made a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and is in agreement with the school's Community Covenant. We Make the Admissions Process Easy! Contact our Director of Admissions at admission@chapel-hill.org or by phone at 952-949-9014 to get a personalized tour and see firsthand what makes Chapel Hill Academy special.
Junior Kindergarten (Ages 4 & 5) The Junior Kindergarten program at Chapel Hill Academy is specifically designed to meet the needs of 4 and 5 year-old students who will enter Kindergarten the following fall. The activities of the program will teach students the skills needed for success in Kindergarten and beyond. Junior K at Chapel Hill Academy provides a loving, godly environment that is developmentally appropriate and staffed by teachers who love God and seek to glorify Him in their everyday lives. The Junior K program will build a child’s readiness for Kindergarten by focusing on spiritual, cognitive, language, and physical development.
Kindergar ten Kindergarten at Chapel Hill is a year you do not want to miss. Chapel Hill Academy offers a full-day Kindergarten programs five days a week. Students are blessed with a solid foundation in language arts, math, and Bible that prepares them for future success. We provide a safe, nurturing environment with an academic emphasis where students participate in a phonics-based reading program and core curriculum subjects including instruction from specialists in art, music, physical education, library, and Spanish.
Elementar y (1-5) Grades 1-5 at Chapel Hill Academy meet in a traditional classroom setting. They participate in a phonics-based reading program, are instructed in all core curriculum subjects and receive instruction from specialists in art, music, physical education, Spanish and library. A variety of technological resources, including laptops, iPads, Neo 2s, and Surface 2s. The strong language arts program includes Excellence in Writing, vocabulary development, Accelerated Reader and literary skills. A variety of plays, musicals and activities provide effective tools for developing speaking and presentation skills as well.
Middle School (Grades 6-8) Chapel Hill Academy offers a traditional middle school model for students in 6th – 8th grade. Students rotate to content specialists throughout a seven period day. In addition to the core curriculum our middle school program includes Spanish, STEM, Bible and physical education classes, plus an accelerated math-track and honors English for those who show an interest and aptitude for advanced work. Middle school students also meet in small advisory groups for regular check-ins and support with a staff mentor.
Additional Information Lunch Programs Hot lunch is available five days a week with fresh fruits and vegetables offered as sides. All programs are optional through ordering opportunities made available to parents. Water or milk are also available for ordering. Cougar Care (Before & After-school Care) Before-school care is available at 7:00 AM for an additional per hour charge. After-school care is available from 3:256:00 PM each school day for an additional per hour charge. All students dropped off before 7:50 AM and/or not picked up by 3:40 PM will be charged.
About CHA Chapel Hill Academy was founded in 1970 to provide excellent education with a Christian worldview. At Chapel Hill Academy, we believe that parents are their children’s primary educators. Our mission is to glorify God and assist families by providing a Christ-centered education which inspires and enables students to pursue spiritual maturity and academic excellence. We welcome involvement through many volunteer opportunities made available to parents. Chapel Hill Academy has received dual accreditation ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International ) AdvancED
Technology at CHA CHA provides a variety of technology tools to support instruction. Teachers and students have access to various applications offered through iPad, Surface 2, and Lenovo laptop devices as well as a computer lab. Classrooms are equipped with Smartboard technology and the entire school facility features safeguarded Wi-Fi access allowing the integration of personal portable devices. Smart Response systems/clickers and document cameras are also available for classroom use.
Frequently Asked Questions How do I track my student ’s academic progress?
Who We Are Mission Statement To glorify God and assist families by providing a Christ-centered education which inspires and enables students to pursue spiritual maturity and academic excellence. Vision Statement Relying on God’s strength and provision, Chapel Hill Academy will be the Christian school of choice based on value created through: 1.
Nurturing Christ-like attitudes in students, equipping them to articulate and defend a Biblical worldview.
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Providing excellent programming which upholds the highest of academic standards.
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Promoting a distinctively Christ-centered environment which inspires students to worship Christ through a lifestyle of integrity, leadership, service and stewardship.
Statement of Faith 1.
We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God, inerrant in the original manuscripts. We believe the inerrancy of Scripture embraces not only religious truth, but also the Bible's scientific, historical and literary features.
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We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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We believe that creation was an act of God, and not the result of evolution, theistic or otherwise. (This has no reference to changes within the species as defined in Genesis 1.)
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We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory.
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We believe that for the salvation of lost sinful man, regeneration by the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential.
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We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life.
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We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; they that are saved unto the resurrection of life and they that are lost unto the resurrection of damnation.
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We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ.
CHA utilizes Educate, a password protected parent portal that includes on-line grade reporting for grades 4 – 8. Cornerstone reports provide a review of the student’s progress in class, indicating missing work, low scores, successes, and information about upcoming assignments or tests. Regular Star Reading assessments (grades K-5) and annual standardized testing (grades 1-8) assist in academic progress tracking. Do you have before and after -school care? Cougar Care is our morning and after-school childcare program. Hours are from 7:00-8:05 AM and 3:25 PM to 6:00 PM every day that school is in session. Do you offer a foreign language? Spanish is the foreign language taught at CHA, starting in Full-day Kindergarten. Do you require uniforms? Chapel Hill Academy has official CHA Classroom Wear that all students are required to wear. In addition, middle school students (grades 6-8) are required to purchase CHA athletic wear for P.E. class. Do you offer bus transportation? Busing is available to CHA students residing within District 112 boundaries (Chaska, Chanhassen, Victoria and Carver). Some restrictions apply. An effective and efficient carpool program also serves families who desire to share the driving duties with other families in nearby neighborhoods.
306 W. 78th Street | Chanhassen, MN | 55317 952-949-9014 | chapel-hill.org