To glorify God and assist

families by providing a

Christ-centered

education which inspires

and enables students to

pursue spiritual maturity

and academic excellence.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Curriculum

Purpose of Financial Aid

The primary purpose of the Chapel Hill Academy Financial Aid Program is to provide financial

assistance to families where there is a demonstrated financial need. Financial aid is available to all

applicants desiring Christian education regardless of race, color national or ethnic origin.

TADS

Tuition Aid Data Services located in Minneapolis, MN, hereafter referred to as TADS, assists

Christian schools by providing financial need assessment for families who apply for financial aid.

Chapel Hill Academy has chosen to use an outside agency (TADS) to assist in the administration of

the financial aid program. Using an outside agency gives families confidentiality while at the same

time providing the school with third party objectivity. See the Tuition Assistance Information

Brochure for more details.

Extracurricular Activities

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. A

beverage of water or milk is 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 3:25-6:00

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.

COUGAR ATHLETICS PROGRAM

Tuition Rates 2015-2016

FINE ARTS PROGRAM

*8th Grade East Coast Trip

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 Statement of Faith.

Chapel Hill Academy does not discriminate as to race, color, national or ethnic origin. Chapel Hill

Academy's distinctively Christian program and school atmosphere is maintained by carefully

selecting from among applications received from those families/students who will be blessed by the

school's influence and who will in return be a blessing to other school families/students.

Admissions Procedure

Contact our Admissions Office at admission@chapel-hill.org or by phone at 952-949-9014 to meet

with the Director of Admissions and see firsthand what makes Chapel Hill Academy special.

Chapel Hill Academy accepts applications beginning January 1st for enrollment the following fall.

February 15—Early bird deadline - $100

April 30—Priority deadline for scholarship consideration - $125

June 10—Final application deadline - $150

Applications arriving after June 10 are welcomed and will be considered as space remains available.

The application fee after June 10th is $200. Applications received after August 15th for the fall cannot

be guaranteed enrollment by the first day of school.

Listed below are the steps in our admission process:

□ Complete an on-line application at www.chapel-hill.org

□ Submit your application fee

□ Request student transcripts sent to CHA

□ Family submits teacher and pastor recommendations (7th and 8th grade only)

□ Upon receipt of application, fee and transcripts, parents will be contacted to complete

testing and interview

□ Complete assessment testing

□ Set up New Parent Meeting/Interview

Acceptance by Chapel Hill Academy is considered upon completion of these steps. Parents are

notified electronically of acceptance status. The admission process can be as short as 2 weeks and

as long as a few months depending on timing and response from parents in scheduling and

document follow-up. Priority for enrollment is determined in the following order:

Current CHA family

Previous Christian school enrollment

Date application is received

Admissions Procedure

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.

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.

Elementary (1-5)

Kindergarten at Chapel Hill is a year you do

not want to miss. Chapel Hill Academy

offers full-day and half-day Kindergarten

programs five days a week. Half-day classes

are from 8:15 to 11:50 AM. Full-day classes

meet from 8:15 AM-3:25 PM. The average

Kindergarten class size is 16 students.

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 (full-day).

Kindergarten

Middle School (Grades 6-8)

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.

2. Providing excellent programming which

upholds the highest of academic

standards.

3. 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.

2. We believe that there is one God,

eternally existent in three persons: Father,

Son, and Holy Spirit.

3. 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.)

4. 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.

5. We believe that for the salvation of lost

sinful man, regeneration by the Holy Spirit

is absolutely essential.

6. We believe in the present ministry of the

Holy Spirit, by whose indwelling the

Christian is enabled to live a godly life.

7. 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.

8. We believe in the spiritual unity of

believers in our Lord Jesus Christ.

Who We Are

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I track my student ’s academic progress?

CHA utilizes Cornerstone, 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?

Middle school students (grades 6-8) are required to purchase CHA athletic wear for P.E. class.

Currently, CHA does not require uniforms in the classroom. A dress code is in place, which provides

guidelines.

Do you offer bus transportation?

Busing is available to CHA students residing within District 112 boundaries. In addition, half day

Kindergarten students residing in District 112 have busing available at mid-day (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

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.

Chapel Hill Academy has received dual accreditation

ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International )

AdvancED