My son currently attends the elementary school and loves it. We started last year in the pre-k program mid-way through the year and I was so thankful to have him there. He's very high energy and requires a more alternative approach to doing things rather then just sitting at a desk. I felt like his teacher
... Read more was open to trying new ways instead of just punishing him for not following 'the rules'. I plan on leaving him in this school for elementary and then maybe moving elsewhere. The fundamentals that are taught here are head and shoulders above the rest of the county's public school. They may not have a lot of 'Extras' to add in the way of sports etc. for the older kids- but for now, elementary is where it's at for me! I'd recommend this school to anyone with young children! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/29/09
This is my daughters forst year, she loves the school with one exception, it's higher grading standards but she is more determined to work on it this year. Over all I likethis school and have never had any issues and when I have questions they are answered promply.
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Posted by a parent on 06/07/09
I attended the PTF meeting last night. The information given was that SMCA's standardized testing scores are well above the national standards! So, not only are my children getting a nurturing school environment where their teachers pray before each class, but a top notch education! Thanks to all
... Read more of the teachers and their awesome curriculum! Thanks be to God for his abundant blessings on SMCA! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/01/09
If SMCA isn't required to attend teacher conferences, why do they do it every year? You know how most schools don't get out for Thanksgiving break untile Wednesday. We get out the whole week, because our tescher are at a conference. Every year it alternates between elementary and secondary teachers going
... Read more to a conference. This year it was secondary. Before you make assumptions get your facts straight. I'm working on my tenth year at SMCA and I love it as much as a kid can love a school. I have great techers who really care about all of us. Read less
Posted by a student on 12/20/08
I thank God for SMCA and am thankful for the opportunity to send my children there. In a time where children are taught worldly standards and told they are able to do what they feel is right, I am so thankful SMCA follows the Word of God - God's standards. SMCA is not afraid of making difficult decisions
... Read more while showing God's grace, love and mercy. The administration and teachers pray and guide all of the students in becoming young Christian leaders and it shows. I commute from Virginia and needed to ensure my children receive the best education possible. My husband and I strongly feel we have found it in SMCA. I love the family atmosphere and sense of belonging too! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/29/08
Beware, regardless of what the school says, they are not an accredited school through ACSI. They may be members, but any one can sign up for membership -- even you. Their teachers are not required to attend ACSI conferences. Those who do must take leave and pay their own way. They do not require
... Read more their teachers to have a teaching degree -- any degree will do! Who is teaching the children? Administration is all of one family and very elusive and unsupportive. My children attended for a couple years, but we couldn't leave fast enough when I finally started getting the real picture. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/04/08
Do your due diligence if you chose to place your child here. The negative postings on this site are accurate. The school is not an accedited school by state standards, the school leaders are, for the most part related to each other, the school handbook states no visits are allowed to the school without
... Read more 2 days notice, and the 'rules' stated in the handbook are not applicable to all students. I found this 'school' to be cult-like. The staff is very evasive when asked pointed questions about teacher qualifications. I recommend that anyone thinking about this school to think again. Southern Maryland offers other alternatives in private education that are far superior. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/24/08
As a parent, I have nothing but praise for SMCA! I believe their teachers are the best that can be offered. Many have been at the school for more than 15 years and all are Chrisitians. The teachers do not just get through the curriculum, they add information to it that is applicable to the time
... Read more and era that we live in. It is so comforting to me, a commuting mom into DC, to know that my children are loved and kept safe every day. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/01/08
I have to start by agreeing 100 percent with the 2 previous posters. The teachers are no qualified, and administration does try to get by just doing the minimum. My child started in the pre-k program, and will not be returning. I am very dissappointed with this school. Anyone who is considering enrolling,
... Read more should really do their homeowrk. My child did learn a lot, but has come out of it with an attitude of not really liking school. This comes back to the teachers not being qualifed to teach, and administration being lazy. I really wanted to love this school, and time and again was dissapointed. The classrooms are tiny, the 'school' buildings are dim, and any artwork, or student works on the wall are all the same. the lighting is poor, and the bathrooms are not clean. There is no inspiration to learn. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/17/08
Just putting together a church, classrooms, books, and people willing to sit at a teachers desk doesn't make a school. The administration of this school tries to get away with the minimum. They are having trouble filling positions because the county pays 2 1/2 to 3 times and more as much as SMCA. The
... Read more people they get, though they have good intentions, lack the skills necessary to teach effectively. The administration is very evasive when questioned about the qualifications of the teachers and unresponsive to parent concerns. I know that my kids will not be returning to SMCA, and from what I've heard from other parents, enrollment at SMCA will continue to drop. Some people doubt that SMCA will be around much longer. Read less
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