Strong foundations
Elementary
- Phonics-based reading
- Caring classrooms
- Music and physical education
Clarkston, Michigan
Offering a Life Worth Living.
A Christ-centered academy helping students grow in wisdom, character, confidence, and academic strength from the earliest years through high school.
SCA Eagles1972
Year founded
40
Acre campus
6w-12
Children served
50%
Tuition support underwritten
Academics
A school path that feels personal, spirited, and serious.
SCA pairs rigorous classroom expectations with teachers who know the students in front of them. The redesign brings each program forward with clear next steps for parents.
Confidence for the next step
Middle School
- Junior high choir
- Band for grades 5-8
- History, math, art, and science
Prepared for what comes next
High School
- AP level courses
- College trips
- Speech, yearbook, and fine arts
A life worth living
Chapel
- Regular chapel services
- Biblical worldview
- Student activities and service
Cultivating a brighter tomorrow
History and philosophy
Rooted since 1972. Built for families right now.
Springfield Christian Academy began when Dr. Paul Vanaman and Dixie Baptist Church followed a calling toward Christian education. Today the school and The Children's Ark serve children from 6 weeks through twelfth grade with a unified, Bible-based approach.
Christ-centered philosophy
Bible-based curriculum
Established in 1972
College preparatory program
Pre-School - 12th grade classes
40 acre scenic campus
Student Life
More than classes on a schedule.
Fine arts, athletics, chapel, camps, robotics, and traditions give students room to discover gifts and learn faithfulness in public.
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Junior and senior high camp
Presented as a living part of campus culture, with clear photos, dates, and parent-friendly details.
Homecoming and Spirit Week
Presented as a living part of campus culture, with clear photos, dates, and parent-friendly details.
Fine arts competition
Presented as a living part of campus culture, with clear photos, dates, and parent-friendly details.
Varsity and junior high sports
Presented as a living part of campus culture, with clear photos, dates, and parent-friendly details.
Track and Field Day
Presented as a living part of campus culture, with clear photos, dates, and parent-friendly details.
FRC Springfield Robotics Team
Presented as a living part of campus culture, with clear photos, dates, and parent-friendly details.
Admissions
A New Adventure Awaits.
Tuition and financial aid should be easy to understand. The new admissions section gives families one path for touring, applying, reviewing FACTS, and downloading the school calendar.
Upcoming dates
Aug 24-28
Staff In-Service
Aug 31
First Day of School
Dec 24
Christmas Eve Service
Feb 14
Valentine's Day
SCA partners with FACTS Grant and Aid for financial aid evaluation, while Dixie Baptist Church underwrites nearly half of tuition costs for each child.
Faculty and Staff
Experienced people, easier to meet.
The current staff page has strong information. The full redesign turns it into a polished, photo-forward directory with roles parents can understand quickly.
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Mr. Patrick Wagner
Principal | HS Educator
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Mr. Jim Adams
Vice Principal | Athletic Director | HS Educator
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Mrs. Anna Fleck
SCA Administrative Assistant
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Mrs. Kim Clark
School Secretary
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Miss Heather Vanaman
Director: The Children's Ark
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Mr. Jason McClaran
CAD Fusion Educator | Robotics