Our School
Mission & Vision
Calvary Academy is a Christian school for junior kindergarten through twelfth grade students. The Academy is committed to the furtherance of Christ and focuses on the individual's spiritual, physical and academic needs.
History
On August 25, 1977 Calvary Academy opened its doors for the first time. Calvary Academy was created as one of Calvary Temple's highest priorities of youth missions. The Calvary Academy mission statement defines not only the desired educational excellence but also the spiritual values and goals. Because public schools are prohibited from providing Christian education, founding Pastor and Mrs. Johnson felt a great need to establish a Christian school where "a quality education in a wholesome Christian environment" could be pursued.
Calvary Temple has become known and recognized in this community and in other places in the world for its many programs offered for young people.
Calvary Academy’s Objectives
Providing education in a Christian environment begins with the fundamental assumptions that an infinite and personal God exists, that He is the Creator of the universe and mankind, and has revealed Himself through His creation and the Christian scriptures. The culmination of His revelation was that through Him we have eternal life.
The curricular offerings of the Academy shall fulfill the entrance requirements of Illinois colleges and/or universities. All activities, teaching and administrative functions shall be consistent with Christian scripture and the mission of the Academy. Administration, faculty, and staff shall be academically and spiritually qualified to carry out this mission.
Completion of the Academy’s secondary education program should enable each student to be a contributing member of society in a career or continue post-secondary education. The curriculum will be broad enough to enable students to enroll and excel in a college preparatory curriculum.
Calvary Academy is a supplement to parents seeking to honor the admonition to “train up” (Proverbs 22:6), and provide regular instruction regarding spiritual matters for their children (Deuteronomy 4:9 and 6:6-9).
Because Christ lives, we believe young peoples’ lives will be changed for a better future and eternity.
Board Of Education
Authority and duties of the Calvary Academy Board of Education shall be as conferred and prescribed by the Board of Calvary Temple Christian Center. Matters pertaining to the educational system shall be vested with the Academy Board of Education. In the interpretation of the authority and duties of the Academy Board of Education, it is understood that the Academy Board of Education shall act as a legislative body in determining the general policies for the control and operation of the Academy. The execution of these policies shall be the responsibility of the administrative staff directed by the chief administrative officer.
A listing of School Board members can be obtained through the school office.
Accreditation and Recognition
Calvary Academy is accredited through the Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS) and is recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education, which is the highest form of recognition the Illinois State Board of Education provides private schools.