Eagle's Landing Christian Academy is Atlanta's premier private school on the southside. Stay informed with the ELCA Daily News. ELCA Daily News Lunch sign-ups Want to have lunch with your child? Click HERE to sign-up! Lunches are $10 and will be charged to your FACTS account. Prayer Gathering Parent Prayer Gathering is held each Friday at 8AM. Join us for a time of prayer and fellowship as we lift up our students, teachers, administrators, and families in prayer. Fine Arts event This year’s band concert theme is “Around the World." Prior to the concert, we invite you to explore the foyer where artwork from our talented Chargers will be displayed. Art show is at 6PM and the band concert begins at 7PM. Operation Christmas Child We're excited to partner with Operation Christmas Child once again! Our shoebox collection drive runs from November 3-19. Our goal is 900 boxes! From a Long, Long Way Join us for this amazing multi-theatrical performance on Dec. 9th at 7PM! Tickets can be purchased via the QR code or by clicking HERE . ELCA students and staff are free. Compassion International Check out this week's Charger Connection for details about this special event. Keep it Current! ELCA works hard to deliver timely, informative and complete information to our ELCA family through our website, social media feeds, weekly reminder emails, and monthly newsletters. That means it's very important to keep your contact information updated in FACTS SIS. If you have a change in email, phone number, or address, please email those changes to nethelp@eagleslanding.org to be updated.

A private Christian high school offering rigorous college-prep academics rooted in biblical values. Discover how your teen can thrive at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy. COLLEGE COUNSELING GUIDANCE & ACADEMIC COUNSELOR Heather Reagan 678.818.1043 COLLEGE PLACEMENT COUNSELOR Misty Weber 678.818.1031 ELCA COLLEGE HANDBOOK PREPARING FOR COLLEGE FRESHMAN CHECKLIST SOPHOMORE CHECKLIST JUNIOR CHECKLIST SENIOR TIMETABLE TESTING FOR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS (test prep and registration) : ACT Applerouth tutoring services Edison Prep SAT Kaplan Khan Academy Princeton Review SEARCHING FOR COLLEGES (college descriptions and majors) : Affordable Colleges Online Christian College Guide College Mapper CollegeScoreCard College View GAFutures National Center for Fair and Open Testing (list of colleges that do not require SAT/ACT) Rankings of Best Christian Colleges & Universities US News & World Report College Rankings Colleges That Change Lives What Will They Learn PAYING FOR COLLEGE: Free Scholarship Searches FAFSA Fastweb Finaid Going Merry Merit Aid Scholarships.com CLASS OF 2025 SCHOOL PROFILE CLASS OF 2025 ACADEMIC STATISTICS ELCA CLASS OF 2025 The 87 members of the class of 2025 received acceptances to over 102 colleges and universities across the nation. These schools include Christian colleges, HBCU's, and public universities. 1 accepted to MIT 4 accepted to Georgia Tech 2 U.S. Presidential Scholar state finalists 1 U.S. Senate Youth Program finalist 2 National Merit Scholars Out of the 5 Georgia Scholars for Henry County, 4 were a part of this graduating class! We were also blessed to have the STAR Student for Henry County for the second year in a row! The class of 2025 received over $14,869,528 in scholarship offers. This brings ELCA’s nine-year scholarship total to over $134 million. The College Placement and Guidance Office at ELCA strives to provide parents and students information on college resources and to help students stay organized in the college planning process. We embrace the philosophy that a team approach is essential to reach a successful end. Here you will find resources for testing, college planning and admissions, and financial aid. Parents can be active participants in the college exploration and application process. You should visit campuses with your child and participate in programs offered by admission offices. Other ways to be involved are: making certain your child has been thorough in his/her search; reviewing the admission and financial aid applications and offering guidance in their completion; making certain that tasks get completed and forms are submitted on time; being the support and counselor when decisions are made. THE COLLEGE PLACEMENT AND GUIDANCE STAFF AIMS TO: Meet with students and parents to identify colleges of interest that complement the student’s academic, extracurricular, and spiritual desires. Write supportive letters of recommendation, where applicable, for student’s admission and scholarship applications. Review students' application and essay materials as requested. Process application materials including transcripts, counselor evaluations, teacher recommendations, and additional components for admission and scholarship applications. Inform students about upcoming college representative visits and college fairs. Guide students on the process of registering for college entrance exams and sending test scores to colleges. Provide students with test preparation resources. THE COLLEGE PLACEMENT AND GUIDANCE STAFF EXPECTS EACH STUDENT WILL: Be his/her own advocate by utilizing the resources in the College Placement and Guidance Office and by meeting with college representatives who host programs in the Henry County and Atlanta area and at ELCA. Stay in communication with the College Placement Office regarding class selection, the college search, testing opportunities, and application procedures. Take charge of his/her own application process by knowing application and scholarship requirements and deadlines and independently completing each part of the application. STANDARDIZED TESTING PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test) The PSAT is given in October to all students in grades 9 - 11. The test is used for practice for the SAT and Honors/AP level placement in the High School. ELCA registers all students for the test. PSAT score reports are normally returned after Christmas break. Going over the test – question by question – is a valuable way to improve SAT scores. Students who have questions about their score report should talk with the Academic Dean or Director of College Placement and Guidance. SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) and ACT (American College Test) Eagle's Landing Christian Academy school code for both the SAT and the ACT is 112046. SAT Reasoning Test Beginning with the winter/spring of the junior year, all students are strongly encouraged to take the SAT Reasoning test if their PSAT results indicate this is their best test. Dates for the test and registration information can be found on-line or in the College Placement and Guidance Office. ACT We encourage students to take the ACT if their PreACT results indicate this is their best test. The ACT is an achievement test measuring English, math, reading, and science skills. Some students naturally respond better to the nature of the questions on the ACT with more ease. Dates for tests and registration information can be found on-line or in the Director of College Placement and Guidance Office. AP Exams Students enrolled in Advanced Placement classes are required to sit for the final exam written by the college board. These tests begin the second week of May. The tests are scored on a scale of 1-5 with many colleges offering credit or advanced placement for scores of 3 or higher. The college board provides score results to students in July at apscore.org . All set for high school at ELCA? Reserve your spot. Apply Today

Discover how your teen can thrive at Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy High School, where students have been empowered to impact the world since 1970. Exceptional College Prep in a Kingdom-Focused Environment You likely remember your own high school experience like it was yesterday. While many things have changed since then, one thing has remained steadfast — all parents want the best for their children. When it comes to your son or daughter, your desire for them is to be surrounded by positive influences, have ample opportunities to participate in school, and be challenged with strong academics. You also want them to be in a nurturing environment where they can thrive and grow in Christ. At Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy, your child will benefit from all of these things and more. Our private Christian school equips students to embrace biblical truth, strive for academic excellence, and impact others for Jesus Christ. We thank you for the opportunity to partner with you as we seek to grow and nurture your high schooler — spiritually, academically, physically, and emotionally — for life and eternity. EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC DISTINCTIVES COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL CULTURE CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS WHAT SETS OUR CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL APART? At ELCA, your son or daughter will be well-prepared for college as they develop critical-thinking skills and Christ-centered values. From in-class discussions to varsity sports and extracurricular clubs, your child will cultivate their talents and creativity while they learn to collaborate and communicate effectively. Rigorous College-Prep Curriculum Your teen will be able to choose courses right for them, selecting from among 20 honors-level courses and more than 30 AP and dual-enrollment classes. Our students benefit from a 100% graduation rate and millions of dollars awarded annually in college grants, academic, and athletic scholarships. In fact, of the current 10 Georgia Scholars from Henry County, 9 of those are from ELCA. Our graduates have gone on to Ivy League schools, renowned Christian institutions, prestigious universities, and colleges close to home, including, but not limited to the University of Georgia, Georgia Institute of Technology, Auburn University, Berry College, Clemson, Florida State University, Northwestern University, SCAD, University of California - Los Angeles, and Vanderbilt University. Distinctive Learning Support Program Students with diagnosed learning differences may benefit from Arrowsmith, an on-campus program designed to help overcome specific learning challenges. Arrowsmith’s network of neuroplastic programs, state-of-the-art technology, and ongoing support and consultation work in tandem to transform learning abilities and help a student to be their very best. The goal is to help students become effective, confident, self-directed learners. We are proud to be the first provider in the state of Georgia to offer this scientifically proven, research-based program. Engaging Electives & Clubs Creative students enjoy our visual arts and performing arts programs, including theatre, chorus, guitar ensemble, symphonic band, studio art, and ceramics, while those who are mechanically inclined gravitate toward computer programming or advanced physics robotics. Yearbook and introduction to business are also popular electives. Club membership offers additional opportunities for participation, including Model United Nations, Student Council, Mock Trial, and Chess Club to name a few. Want to learn more about a private high school experience at ELCA? Contact our Director of Admissions, Bethany Farrar at Bethany.Farrar@eagleslanding.org or (678) 818-1072 . Award-Winning Athletics Whatever sport your teen enjoys, they’re sure to find their place here, thanks to 12 varsity sports teams as well as opportunities to participate at the junior varsity level. From 2010 to 2024, we have had more than 41 State Final Four appearances, 24 State Runner-Up appearances, 18 State Championships, and 30 Individual State Champions. While these awards mark incredible achievement, our goal is to use athletics as a tool for character development through teaching, coaching, and modeling Jesus Christ in all aspects of sportsmanship. PREPARATION FOR GRADUATION, COLLEGE, AND BEYOND Our Guidance and Academic Counseling Office provides academic counseling services for all high school students in grades 9-12. Students can attend curriculum nights throughout the school year and receive course advisement from an academic team member, with each student assigned an individual advisor for course registration. Students are encouraged to ask questions as they choose their academic path for the following school year based on teacher recommendations and interests. Here is an overview of what you can expect by grade level. 9th Grade At the beginning of the year, a Guidance and Academic Counselor spends time in the classroom with students, sharing graduation requirements, college admissions information, freshman year timeline, and extracurricular activities. Our counselor also prepares an individualized graduation plan template, which helps them keep track of their courses, grades, and activities, as well as provides information on how to research colleges. Students are encouraged to review results and areas of weakness from the PSAT/Pre ACT tests, sign up for our SAT/ACT prep courses, and begin monitoring their GPA. 10th Grade During the advisement registration process, we suggest students take the most rigorous courses they can while still being successful. We also encourage students to review their graduation plan while we help to keep them focused on their goals by providing them a sophomore year timeline. Students begin researching colleges and majors that may interest them and are encouraged to begin touring colleges and meeting with college representatives that visit our campus. GPA monitoring, PSAT/Pre ACT test reviews, and SAT/ACT prep course sign-ups are also recommended. 11th Grade While actively continuing with their graduation plan, juniors will be provided with a junior/senior year timeline as well. Beginning in the second semester, the Guidance and Academic Counselor provides each junior with a “Best Test Letter,” to assist students in understanding which college entrance test will be most beneficial for them; our academic team uses a student's historical data to reveal their testing aptitude. Students are encouraged to begin taking the SAT and/or ACT in the spring (and continue taking the test until they are satisfied with their score). Additionally, the College Placement Counselor assists students in identifying interests, colleges, scholarship opportunities, and possible careers. In late spring, each junior will have the opportunity to meet individually with their College Placement Counselor in preparation for the college application season. To help students in their quest for outstanding college application recommendations, our College Placement Counselor provides each student with their unique “Brag Sheet." This sheet helps both teachers and counselors as they are called upon to provide letters of recommendation as our students begin applying to some of our nation's most prestigious colleges and universities. 12th Grade Students seamlessly transition from their 11th-grade expectations to senior year, guided by a comprehensive timeline. They refine their graduation plan, leveraging it as a valuable tool throughout their college application process. In August, a dedicated "Senior Transition" night is held for both parents and students, offering crucial insights into college admissions procedures, essay crafting, and securing outstanding letters of recommendation, as well as highlighting upcoming senior festivities and graduation. Meanwhile, the College Placement Counselor initiates personalized meetings with each 12th grader, providing tailored support during the pivotal college application phase. As acceptances and scholarships roll in, counselors proudly showcase these achievements on our vibrant "Oh Baby the Places You Will Go" board, fostering a spirit of celebration and inspiration across the student body. ENCOURAGING SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, AND SPIRITUAL GROWTH High school can be a challenging season as teens are balancing ways to grow in their faith, build community, and understand the long-term impact their actions will have on future goals. We guide our students through this time by: inspiring compassion through meaningful service work and annual mission trips. Students participate in outreach to others in need, such as through Operation Christmas Child, Sunrise Cafe, local food bank distributions, and sponsoring children from other countries. building support through peer accountability groups High school students cultivate confidence and self-esteem as they forge positive connections with peers, all while nurturing their spiritual growth and personal relationship with Jesus Christ. fostering leadership development with student tutoring opportunities . Our high school students are afforded a distinctive chance to engage in our peer tutoring initiative, where they develop leadership skills and gain invaluable insights into the responsibilities of employment, all while fostering an environment of encouragement and collective success. SECURE CAMPUS COMMUNITY WHERE STUDENTS THRIVE We invite you to visit our private high school in Henry County, Georgia, which sits on an 86-acre campus. Families value our secure school entrance and modern security features as well as our expansive high school wing and classrooms. Student-athletes favor our football field and stadium, field house, and other athletic fields as well as our 63,500-square-foot Activity Center, which includes a gymnasium, weight room, chapel, and wrestling room. Needless to say, whether in or out of the classroom, your high schooler will have every opportunity to thrive here. Our students follow a balanced and structured schedule from 7:55 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. This is designed to give adequate instructional time for every subject, making sure all topics are covered for the day. Kim Terrell 678.818.1020 HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Jay Covington 678.818.1075 HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Denise Martin 678.818.1075 DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION Kim Creasey 678.818.1012 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Envision your high schooler at ELCA Want more details or ready to experience our campus firsthand? Request More Information Schedule a Tour HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

Discover a Christian middle school with college-prep academics and a nurturing environment. Equip your child for high school and beyond at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy. EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL SCHOOL CULTURE DISTINCTIVES HIGH SCHOOL PREP CAMPUS SAFETY MIDDLE SCHOOL HOUSES “Middle school years are hard years - years full of mistakes, learning, and growth. ELCA has given us an environment that offers a tremendous balance of accountability and grace; one that walks alongside my girls, reinforcing what we value as a family — a gospel-centered worldview. I have never questioned their physical or emotional safety with teachers and administration. Everyone has given them the space to grow as a person, become independent and figure out what God has uniquely created them to do.” -Heather, ELCA Parent Why do parents choose ELCA? Academic Rigor Our middle schoolers are challenged with a strong academic program designed to prepare them for high school, college, and beyond. They are continuously engaged in subjects taught from a biblical perspective, helping them gain knowledge in light of God's Word. Leadership Opportunities ELCA middle school students have several opportunities to sharpen their leadership skills. They can join the Student Government Association, and organizations such as the National Junior Beta Club. We also encourage them to take roles in weekly chapel services and daily prayer time. Enriched Learning Learning doesn't stop at the four walls of the classroom. Our middle schoolers enjoy a variety of enriching electives such as robotics, art , foreign language, band, drama, and more. Clubs including chess, aviation, World Impact trips, marching band, and chorale will cultivate your child's inner passions. Competitive Athletics Our students develop strength, discipline, character, and teamwork through many opportunities for competitive athletics . Your child can participate in team sports such as baseball, basketball, cheer cross country, lacrosse, football, volleyball, wrestling, and more. Middle School Parent Tools Want to reinforce the values you teach at home? We do too. See how for yourself. Schedule Your Visit MIDDLE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION Walter Shields MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Cathie Kelly MIDDLE SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Andretti Lloyd MIDDLE SCHOOL DEAN OF STUDENTS Holly Capp, LCSW SCHOOL COUNSELOR SOCIAL WORKER WORLD IMPACT DIRECTOR Tamara Bone ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSE SEQUENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL HOUSES In middle school, your child is building their identity. Their experiences start to shape how they see the world and how they navigate challenges, relationships, and interactions with peers and mentors. As a parent, you know that influences play a key part in these short and precious years. The love and knowledge of God is at the heart of ELCA's school culture. Our biblical worldview nurtures middle schoolers, so that they can grow in Christ-likeness. We promote an environment that encourages respect, understanding, and cooperation among our students, through: Differentiated Learning. Each child has their unique learning style and strengths. We value such differences by having small class sizes and teachers who are intentional about discovering our students' learning pace and areas of interest. Our MERIT Program supports students with diagnosed learning differences with resources that build success in the classroom. C hara ct er Development. The Bible is at the core of our teachings. Our curriculum is deeply embedded with God-centered principles, helping middle schoolers to understand the heart and mind of Christ. We strive to inspire our students' character through the lessons they learn. Open Communication. We honor our students' thoughts and concerns. Should your child need one-on-one time to talk, we have a dedicated counselor who is available to listen. As a learning community, we also discuss topics about showing respect and compassion to others. Partnering with Parents. We encourage parents to volunteer, share their thoughts, and be involved in their child's development. We believe that middle schoolers can make strides in their progress when we collaborate with parents like you. A Thriving Community that Puts Christ at the Center. The middle school transition can be challenging. But it doesn’t have to be. See how we can help. Schedule a Visit There's no greater feeling than knowing that your child is confident and ready to step into their future plans. At ELCA, we place a strong emphasis on preparing our middle schoolers for the opportunities that await them in high school, college, and life. Executive Function Training As fundamental components of our program, students learn time management, staying organized, focusing on the right tasks, and prioritizing goals. These executive function skills can help your child thrive as responsibilities and pace increase in high school. Stimulating Subjects and Specials Middle schoolers also have the opportunity to take honors math and English classes. For specials, all students engage in a fine arts class of their choice, allowing them to express their creativity and refine their craft. Maximizing Potential Our committed teachers set high, but realistic expectations for students. We believe in recognizing each student's strengths, and working with them to become the best versions of themselves. We offer leadership seminars and spiritual retreats — unique ways for pre-teens to be mentored in their academic and spiritual growth. Class Schedules Our students follow a balanced but structured schedule with breaks built into the day. The 7:55 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. school day is designed to give adequate instructional time for every subject, making sure that all topics are covered for the day. Setting A Strong Foundation for Their Success. A Commitment To Our Students’ Well-Being When you enroll your child at ELCA, we recognize there is a transfer of trust that we will care for their well-being and safety. We are committed to our students’ well-being, by putting measures in place such as locked doors, security monitoring systems, and visitor check-ins. Our beautiful, 86-acre campus is located within Eagle’s Landing First Baptist Church. We have a middle school wing that features multiple classrooms, newly added state-of-the-art activity centers, secure outdoor spaces, and a football stadium. Schedule an on-campus or virtual tour and see first-hand why families choose Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy for their middle schoolers. You may also contact us at (678) 818-1072 or email admissions@eagleslanding.org for any questions. We look forward to meeting you! See for yourself!

Learn about a Christian elementary school that fosters academic excellence and a biblical worldview. ELCA partners with parents to drive student success. EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ELEMENTARY ADMINISTRATORS ACADEMICS EXCEL AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy is committed to partnering with parents to provide a learning environment that encourages growth in Christian character and academic excellence. Through the teaching of Kingdom Education, the elementary curriculum enables the students from kindergarten through fourth grade to develop a Biblical worldview. We provide a safe, caring environment where children can grow spiritually, academically, emotionally, and socially. We encourage parents to volunteer through our Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF). ELEMENTARY ADMINISTRATION Susan Hearn 678.818.1057 ELA & ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL Michelle Blackburn 678.818.1018 ELA & ELEMENTARY ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Dr. Lisa Stone 678.818.1047 ELA & ELEMENTARY ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL FOR CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION Denise Martin 678.818.1075 DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION LaShonda Reid 678.818.1015 ELA & ELEMENTARY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT ELEMENTARY ACADEMICS EXCEL EXCEL, Expanded Curriculum for Exceptional Learners, is designed to provide gifted educational opportunities to students in the 2nd-4th grades. EXCEL, based on the classical education approach, offers students the opportunity to pursue excellence in education through differentiated instructional experiences including creativity, problem-solving, and a focus on higher-level thinking. Students must qualify under the state of Georgia guidelines to participate in the gifted program. There are four criteria that are used for admittance: grades, standardized testing in reading and math, a mental ability test, and a creativity test. To remain in EXCEL, students must maintain an A average in all core subjects and exemplify EXCEL quality behavior and attitude in the EXCEL classroom. Students are responsible for making up any work that they miss because of EXCEL. In EXCEL, we complete one multidisciplinary unit per quarter using a STEM focus - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. The EXCEL curriculum is project-based and collaborative. Students will learn through exploration and discovery. EXCEL class verse: "But as you excel in everything---in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in all earnestness, and in our love for you---see that you excel in this act of grace also." ~2 Corinthians 8:7 SCHOOL SUPPLIES LIST STUDENT HANDBOOK A traditional curriculum along with a variety of innovative learning strategies and activities are incorporated into the daily lessons. Kindergarten and 1st grade are taught research-based practices, including the phonics-based Abeka curriculum. 2nd through 4th grades use the Foundations and Frameworks reading program which emphasizes reading comprehension with a focus on higher-order thinking skills. Language Arts, which includes writing, grammar, and spelling, is taught using a rigorous Christian-based curriculum. ELCA math standards are taught using a variety of resources focusing on basic math skills along with problem-solving skills and strategies. Bible is taught daily, and students attend chapel once a week. History and science complete the well-rounded academic program. Expanded Curriculum for Exceptional Learners (EXCEL) is designed to provide gifted educational opportunities to students in the second through fourth grades using the STEM approach. Students must qualify under the state of Georgia guidelines to participate in the gifted program. SPIRITUAL: Weekly chapel service Bible stories/studies Character development Application of biblical truths Scripture memorization Prayer ENRICHMENT: Art Music Spanish Instructional Technology Physical Education - 1st - 4th grades Recorders - 4th grade Piano Keyboard Media Center FIELD TRIPS: Southern Belle Farm Legoland CNN Center College Hall of Fame Museum of Arts & Sciences Stone Mountain Georgia Aquarium Atlanta Zoo OVERNIGHT TRIPS: Rock Eagle - 3rd grade ATHLETICS: Basketball Wrestling Spirit cheer Flag football Cross-country Football Track and field - upper elementary grades Come see our campus just southwest of Atlanta. Schedule a Visit Quality Christian education in Henry County. AFTER-SCHOOL ENRICHMENT Find out what to expect next. Contact Admissions Ready to get started? After-School Enrichment Program

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy is a gospel-centered, college preparatory school that exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the glory of God. FACULTY & STAFF Administration DR. KEITH CURLEE Head of School CINDY BAKER Chief Financial Officer MICHELLE BLACKBURN ELA and Elementary School Assistant Principal JEFF BRADSHER Senior Director of Community Engagement JAY COVINGTON High School Assistant Principal BECKY DEAN Director of Marketing & Communications BETHANY FARRAR Director of Admissions SUSAN HEARN ELA and Elementary School Principal CATHIE KELLY Middle School Assistant Principal THADD LAPSLEY Director of Information Technology ANDRETTI LOYD Middle School Dean of Students DENISE MARTIN Senior Director of Curriculum & Instruction MATT MCKINNEY Spiritual Life Director HEIDI MCCLURE Assistant Athletic Director Calendar Coordinator Operations Administrator SCOTT QUEEN Athletic Director WALTER SHIELDS Middle School Principal DR. LISA STONE ELA & Elementary Assistant Principal of Curriculum & Instruction KIM TERRELL High School Principal Business Office GERI CASH Finance LAINEY CLANTON Student Accounts LORI OSBORNE Finance REBECCA WOOD Finance Fine Arts EMILY BALGA Paraprofessional MICHELE BERRY PreK 4 KAREN BRITTON Paraprofessional BRANDI CASON PreK 3 GINA CURRAN Paraprofessional RHAYSSA DALE Paraprofessional SOPHONIE FORTUNE PreK 3 JEDAIYLAH FRANCIS Paraprofessional CELESTTE HERNANDEZ PreK 3 LATASHA HOPKINS PreK 3 GWEN HORTMAN Paraprofessional WALTERESSA LYLES Paraprofessional CINDI NORTHROP PreK 4 CHARMARIE VIRGIN PreK 4 Elementary TAMARA BONE Administrative Assistant SUSAN COOK English MATT CRUMBLEY Bible DANA GREENICH Math MARY-LOUISE GUILLEBEAU Math AMBER HEIDLE English JENNI JEFFERY History/English BEVIN JOHN History SARAH KELLOGG Bible DR. MARY LEE English KEN LOACH History SUSAN LOACH Bible PAIGE LOYD Science TRICIA MURPHY Science KORI OWENS Math SHAUN PAYNE Full Time Substitute CHARLIE PECK Middle School Student Advocate JESSICA ROBERTS Math GREGORY SHOOK Health/Life Skills EMILY SMITH English AMY STEELE Math ANGELA STITT Science CATHERINE STOKES Reading DONNELL WASHINGTON MS Technology LANA BRAGG-ANSLEY English BETH BURER Math & Science CORY CARTER History KIM CREASEY Administrative Assistant ASHLEE CROOK Science CARY DAVIS History GILBERT FIELDS Bible Director of Unity VALERIE FIELDS Health/Bible/AP Psychology DOCK GAMMAGE Math and Head Girls Basketball Coach KATHRYN GODWIN English DAVID HUGHES Math PAUL JAGUS Chemistry MINETTE JOHNSON Spanish DR. KATHRYN KINSLER English JUDITH LOCKHART Math RACHEL MASSENGALE Administrative Assistant CLAYTON MCCLURE Bible ZACHARY MOORE Bible ROBERT MUZZILLO Science WILLIAM OWEN Science LAURA PATRICK Math GERALD POLEON ISS and Permanent Sub HEATHER REAGAN Guidance and Academic Counselor MADELINE REAGAN Spanish KERRY RIX History JUSTIN ROBERTS Head Football Coach and P.E. BO RUSH P.E. DAVID SMITH Bible VALARIE STANSELL History QUIANA WALDON English DR. ERIC WATSON Bible MISTY WEBER History and College Placement Counselor High School Support Staff Early Learning Academy Middle School RACHEL ALLRED Middle School Art RICK BARHAM Lower School Keyboarding SARAH BLACKABY High School Art CHUCK EKSTEDT Drama TRACEY FULLER Director of Fine Arts BEVERLY HEDGES Administrative Assistant DAWN MILLER Lower School Art & ASEP Director DEREK ROCK Band Director ADAM WATSON Assistant Band Director JOSEPH TUCKER Guitar Instructor Student Support Staff BLAKELEY BRADLEY GROW Instructor DEBRA BROWN Arrowsmith/Speech Assistant DR. ANNA KING Director of Student Support Services DEE KIRBY FACS Instructor, Merit Instructor MIRANDA MIROCHA Executive Administrative Assistant LISA SCHUERMAN Arrowsmith Instructor MAGGIE WYNN STARS BRANDIE BARBEE Front Desk Clerk RYAN BARBEE Marketing Specialist TINA BARHAM Instructional Technology Specialist DONNA BOWIE Registrar and Director of Financial Aid HANNAH BROWN Media Specialist HOLLY CAPP Counselor DARRELL CLAYTON Custodian Supervisor KATIE COOL Nurse VICKIE FLOYD Asst. Dir. of Community Engagement ERICA HEWLIN Asst. Dir. of Community Engagement KALEY HILL Sage Director DAVID OWENSBY Assistant SRO JUAN PAGAN Assistant Athletics Director SHANNON POWELL Admissions Assistant LUKE RAINES Assistant Athletic Director & Director of Middle School and Youth Sports VICKY RODGERS Front Desk Clerk GEORGIA SEXTON Director of School Store SECQUONE TOBIAS Assistant SRO TERRELL TYSON Lead SRO MICHELLE WASHINGTON Assistant SRO VIC WILLIAMS Director of Operations SHIRLEY ADAMS Paraprofessional VICTORIA AGUILAR Paraprofessional MELODY BARNT Paraprofessional JAMES MICHAEL BRITTIAN Full Time Elementary Substitute GLARRETTER BROWN 3rd Grade KATIE CAGLE Kindergarten LISA CANNON 2nd Grade KAREN ETHRIDGE 1st Grade DIANA FERREIRA Spanish JADA GENOVES Paraprofessional MELODY HARRIS 4th Grade APRIL HENDERSON Kindergarten LORI HOPKINS 4th Grade VICKI HOWINGTON 4th Grade VICTORIA INGRAM 1st Grade JENNY JASMIN Kindergarten JOY KING 3rd Grade JESSICA LLOYD 2nd Grade EMILY MANNING 2nd Grade TIFFANY NGUYEN Paraprofessional CYNTHIA ANN PETTY Paraprofessional LASHONDA REID ELA & ELEMENTARY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT ANGEL SIMS Paraprofessional STACY SMITH Project Lead the Way and EXCEL teacher CINDY ST JOHN Kindergarten KARA ST JOHN Paraprofessional LAURA THORN 3rd Grade IVY TOMAN 1st Grade JANEL TYLER Paraprofessional MELISSA WALL PE Teacher PAULA WILLIAMS 2nd Grade

Welcome to the Eagle's Landing Christian Academy family. We are excited your family has chosen to join ours! ELCA works hard to deliver timely and informative information to our ELCA families through our website, social media, and weekly reminder emails. Below you will find a list of commonly asked questions and answers. As always, feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. *We're a new family, how can we learn more about ELCA? Sign up to attend one of our New Parent Orientation Coffees *What time does school start and end for my student? Instruction Hours - Early Learning Academy Instruction Hours - Elementary Instruction Hours - Middle School Instruction Hours - High School *Where can I find the school calendar? School Calendar *Where do I drop-off and pick-up my student? Carpool Information *My student is driving to school…is a parking permit required? Student Driver Information *What do I need to know about SAGE Dining Services? Sage Dining Services *Do you offer after school care and/or care during breaks? After-School Enrichment Program Young Chargers Enrichment Program - (K5-8 th grade) *How do I reach the school nurse? Health Services *What uniform items do I need to purchase for my student? Are PE uniforms required? School Store and Uniform Guidelines *What school supplies does my student need this year? Supply Lists *I ordered school supplies from our Partner in Ed, LH School Supplies. How will I receive my supplies? Pick up your school supply order from LH School Supplies during our Back to School Day in the main foyer. If you are unable to make it, your supplies will be available from the receptionist on the first day of school. *What is Jeans for Missions? Jeans for Missions *Where may I find information about school security? How do I find out about school closings or other weather-related concerns? Safety and Security *Where do I go to check my student's grades, etc? FACTS Family Online – ELCA’s District Code is EL-GA. You will use the same email address that you provided in your enrollment process. *Where do I go to see the charges on my bill? FACTS *Who may I speak to if I have questions about charges on my bill? Business Office *Where may I find a copy of the Student Handbook? (It is the responsibility of the parent to be familiar with the contents of the Student Handbook.) Student Handbook *How do I remain informed of ELCA events and activities? Keep your email address current in FACTS SIS...email us with any updates Explore the ELCA website ELCA Daily Announcements Like us on Facebook , follow us on X and Instagram Email contact@eagleslanding.org with any questions Other FAQs... WELCOME NEW PARENTS! WE'RE SO GLAD YOU'RE HERE! Welcome to the Eagle's Landing Christian Academy family! We are excited your family has chosen to join ours! If you missed the New Parent Coffee, you can view that below. View New Parent Coffee Presentation

Barnes Edd Tucker 10.6.1942 - 1.4.2023 A life well-lived... "...those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky above; and those who turn many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever." ~Daniel 12:3 MEMORIAL SERVICE Friday, January 20 Eagle's Landing First Baptist Church Visitation: 12:15PM-1:15PM • Main Foyer Service: 1:30PM • Worship Center Livestream: http://elcalive.eagleslanding.com Submit Video Condolences and/or photos Bless the Tucker family with a donation in lieu of flowers ••• Mr. Tucker was the epitome of a cheerful giver. Since Marlene and the family are coming from all around the country, they will not be able to receive plants and flowers. In lieu of flowers, please consider blessing the family via the link below . "It has been on my heart to find a way to bless Marlene and the Tucker family, following the passing of our friend, Edd Tucker. It was a surprise to all of us, but not to Jesus, who called him to heaven on January 4. Mr. T was one-of-a-kind. He made everyone feel loved and special. If you knew him, you loved him. There is no better way to honor the memory of Edd Tucker than by loving on his family. It is a privilege to share our love with a gift to Marlene. Thank you in advance for blessing Marlene and the Tucker family with your love and prayers. Please feel free to visit and share this link ❤️". ~Danette Hylkema Patrick ••• GRASPING THE BATON "As I look out the window today, I see the promise of fall. October came in like summer, and she did not hand over the baton to the new season. However, as a believer, I know God decides when to pass the baton to a new season, a new chapter, a new opportunity, or a new beginning. Our Father controls all seasons, even the seasons of our lives. "I have been thinking for several months about this new season ahead for me and my wife, Marlene. We are getting older, but still full of energy. We are certainly in the fall season of our lives which may quickly turn into winter! The Lord has the plan before us. We are trusting Him for this next season of life. "A year from now, our lives will be quite different. Marlene and I will be officially retired in Austin, Texas. I won’t be getting up early to unlock classroom doors and pray for each student and teacher. I may not physically be walking the halls of ELCA, but my prayers will continue. It has been hard for me to hand over the baton of this season of life. I feel a great connection to the families, teachers and staff of our great school. I know and trust that Marlene and I will have many opportunities to volunteer, encourage, pray, and love those the Lord places in our path, just as He has here at ELCA. "In the months ahead, I pray that I will display, every day, the beautiful colors of fall in my smile, my daily commitment to Christ, my words, and my fervent prayers. I want to savor the moment, pursue peace, rejoice in God’s creation, passionately love others, especially those hurting in the world. I pray that I will learn contentment in this new season. I pray that I will open my eyes to October and see the beauty in this world. The colors should be breathtaking!" ~ELCA Blog entry by Mr. Tucker, 10/16/2019 Dear ELCA Students, Families, and Alumni, It is with saddened hearts that we bid farewell to our beloved Mr. Tucker. Mr. Edd Tucker was the elementary principal at ELCA from 1997 through 2020. Through his incredible span of 50 years in Christian education, Mr. Tucker's influence touched thousands of lives. He is remembered as a faithful servant-leader who honored his Lord and Savior with his service for others. Mr. Tucker was very tender-hearted and was easily moved to tears when speaking of the privileges of teaching and guiding the lives of children. He was a prayer warrior for his faculty, staff, and the entire ELCA family. Mr. Tucker and his wife, Marlene, were married for more than 56 years and served together in Christian education for over four decades. He is also survived by his son, Darren (Kim), daughter Dana (Brad), and seven grandchildren. ••• Mr. Tucker's impact is far-reaching and many have asked how best to pay respects to the Tucker family. If you would like to share a memory of Mr. Tucker or describe how he impacted your life; we are asking that you record your account on video. Photo submissions are also appreciated. Some of these videos will be shared at the memorial service for Mr. Tucker which will take place at Eagle's Landing First Baptist Church/ELCA on Friday, January 20 at 1:30PM . If we are not able to include your video in the memorial service, it will still be shared with the Tucker family. Those who are unable to attend the service may view it online at http://elcalive.eagleslanding.com . Video (and photos) Submission Details -Share a fond memory or describe the impact that Mr. Tucker made in your life -State your name and graduating year (or year of your child's graduation) at the beginning -Maximum of 30 seconds -All video files should be QuickTime (.mov) or MP4 format -If you are recording on your phone, your video needs to be recorded in landscape format (phone on its side) -Submit all videos to https://www.dropbox.com/request/gb8yQ36ElJ0cxIX8LEzd Finally, please share this post so that it may reach as many ELCA alumni and families as possible! Condolences may be sent to: Mrs. Marlene Tucker 9821 North Lake Creek Parkway Apt. 2150 Austin, Texas 78717 Please continue lifting up Marlene and the rest of Mr. Tucker's family in prayer as they walk these next days and weeks. •••

The Eagle's Landing Christian Academy Athletic Department is an extension of our Christian school that supports the mission of assisting parents in involving their children in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ through Christian education, spiritually, academically, aesthetically, athletically, and socially. KINGDOM ATHLETICS The purpose of this section is to establish rules, regulations, and policies for the Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy athletic program and to provide a framework within which students, parents, faculty, and staff can work together for the benefit of the athletic program. ELCA is a gospel-centered, Kingdom-focused, college preparatory school that exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the glory of God. Our athletic program should support this commitment. Athletes must follow all rules that are stated in this section and the student handbook. Participation on an athletic team at ELCA is a privilege, not a right. This privilege may be revoked if a student is not compliant with the guidelines established in this section. The procedures in this section will be followed. The Administration reserves the right to make final decisions regarding any policy and/or rule. If there are any suggestions for improving our athletic program, please present them to the athletic department. All coaches, student-athletes, and parents should know, understand, and abide by the information in the section. PURPOSE FOR ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT To compliment and advance the school’s mission. “Now may the God of patience and comfort grant you to be like-minded toward one another, according to Christ Jesus, that you may with one mind and one mouth glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 15:5-6. GOALS FOR ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT To pursue with excellence an athletic program that seeks to glorify God and to use it as a tool to teach, coach, and model Jesus Christ To develop highly competitive programs, first class facilities, and a championship mentality. To develop a training system with the Youth/MS/JV programs that will prepare our students for statewide varsity level competition. To develop a training system beginning in the Lower School that will indoctrinate our Faculty, Staff, Parents, and Students with our Kingdom Athletics philosophy, policies, and procedures. To use athletics to share Jesus Christ with those who do not know him and to inspire other schools to adopt Kingdom Athletics for themselves. “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,” Colossians 3:23. SCHOOL BRAND AND LOGO The Chargers shield and bolt are the two logos for the school. Anyone interested in creating a design using the ELCA brand must contact the Athletic Director and the Marketing and Communications Office for approval. Approval must be obtained through the Athletic Director and the Marketing and Communications Office prior to the use of the name and logos of ELCA and any reasonable facsimile. ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY ELCA is a member of the Georgia High Schools Association. Each student must meet GHSA requirements to participate in athletics. Students must earn 2.5 Carnegie units to be GHSA eligible. Each class taken in a semester is equal to ½ Carnegie unit. Students receiving two “F’s” on a semester report card will not be allowed to participate in athletic activities until cleared by the academic department. The student will be cleared provided they meet GHSA eligibility requirements mentioned above and meet requirements set by the academic department. This includes, but is not limited to, mandatory IF and weekly help classes. Students who are declared GHSA ineligible at the end of first semester will not be able to participate or practice spring semester. (Students that are ineligible second semester may attend summer school to become eligible for fall sports). Students that are academically ineligible will not be allowed to dress out with the team or practice with the team. ELCA EARLY GRADUATION POLICY On rare occasions students may request to graduate early. Students who wish to graduate after the first semester of their senior year must meet the following criteria: Provide a letter from the college or institution stating the fact that they prefer the student to enroll early and the reason for doing so. Provide a written request from the parents stating their desire to have the student graduate early. The written request is to be turned in before the beginning of 2nd semester the 11th grade year. (It will benefit the student to declare intent at the beginning of the 1st semester of 11th grade. This will allow the student to begin taking some 12th grade classes 1st semester in place of electives not needed for graduation). Sign a contract with the school which details the new academic plan put in place with the understanding that the school will not release transcripts to the college until all academic requirements have been met. Meet the same rigor requirements and graduation requirements expected of all senior students. If online class options differ from the options of the traditional classes, it will be the decision of the Academic Dean as to what online classes are most comparable to the traditional courses offered. Sign a new financial agreement and agree to a new payment schedule for payment of tuition. Financial obligations will need to be met before transcripts will be released to the college. *Note - ELCA does not automatically prorate the tuition for the senior year since the school is still awarding a diploma. Fees for extra online courses are the responsibility of the parents. In addition, a $2,000 early graduation fee will be required and due before transcripts are released. The high school administration may deny the student request if it is determined he/she cannot reasonably complete the requirements for graduation by the end of the 1st semester of the senior year due to poor academic performance in the past or too many limitations involved in assembling a new academic plan. YOUTH/MS/JV ATHLETICS These programs are vitally important to the success of our athletic program. They concentrate on developing skills, sportsmanship, participation, and experience. The Youth/MS/JV programs prepare athletes for the varsity level. All athletes are expected to follow the same rules and policies as the varsity athletes. If an athlete plays on our school team and a recreational team/travel team/club team, the school team must take priority. Sixth through eighth grade students may try out for all junior high teams. Ninth and twelfth graders may play on the JV or Varsity teams (no eighth graders may play varsity football). VARSITY ATHLETICS The varsity teams have the commitment of winning and putting the best team on the field/court/track. Varsity players are the most visible and need to show positive leadership in all activities on and off campus. Coaches will make every effort to allow each athlete the opportunity of competing at the varsity level, but a specified amount of playing time is never guaranteed. All our athletes are expected to participate in summer workouts. We will never have the desired athletic program if we do not work out in the off-season. All athletes are expected to go with their team to camp during the summer. These camp dates will be announced well in advance so families can plan around them. Eagle's Landing Christian Academy's athletic program includes 12 varsity sports as well as opportunities to participate at the JV, MS, and Youth levels in a variety of sports. ELCA participates in the Georgia High School Association (Region 2 Class AAAA) and competes at a high-level year after year. Athletics is an integral part of the educational process that impacts the lives of many students. FALL Girls/Boys Cross Country – Youth, MS, Varsity Boys Football – Youth, MS, JV, Varsity Girls Softball – MS, Varsity Girls Spirit Cheer – Youth, MS, Varsity Girls Volleyball – MS, JV, Varsity WINTER Girls/Boys Basketball – Youth, MS, JV, Varsity Boys Wrestling – Youth, MS, Varsity Girls Spirit Cheer – MS, Varsity SPRING Boys Baseball – Youth, MS, JV, Varsity Girls/ Boys Golf – Varsity Girls/ Boys Lacrosse – Varsity Girls/Boys Soccer – Varsity Girls/Boys Track & Field – Youth, MS, Varsity PARTICIPATION POLICY ELCA takes seriously the commitments of our student-athletes. We believe honoring commitments is essential throughout life, in marriage, family, church, career, and other areas. We believe athletics helps foster a spirit of genuine commitment. Quitting a team for reasons other than medical or family matters contradicts all we teach about what a Kingdom Athlete should be. A student should never quit a sport in the middle of the season regardless of how justified he/she may feel their reasons to be. We encourage all students and parents to “stick it out”. It is our desire to work with parents in teaching student’s perseverance, commitment, loyalty and fortitude. You never know what God has in store for your family. Any student who quits a sport after the try-out period (5 days) will still be responsible for the athletic fee and be ineligible to begin the next sport, join another in-season team, or participate in off-season training with another sport until the season of the sport he/she quit is over. ATHLETIC FEES There will not be a fee to participate in athletics. Individuals may be charged a player pack (equipment, apparel, etc.) for any item they keep. This will vary from team to team. Individuals will not be charged for items that are returned each year to the coach. ACADEMIC WORK Athletes are responsible for all their academic work. Athletic teams will sometimes have to leave school early. It is the athlete’s responsibility to turn in any academic work and get assignments for that day before departing the school for a game. Athletic events can never be used as an excuse for unfinished academic work. ABSENCES AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES No student will be allowed to participate in any after-school extracurricular activity on a day that he/she has been absent from school. Students must be present a half-day (3 1/2 hours) to participate in a game that day. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION, CONSENT, & CONCUSSION AWARENESS FORMS A physical examination is required by the GHSA. The physical examination, consent, & concussion awareness forms must be on file before a student participates in any tryouts, practices, or athletic contest. All forms are to be on file with the athletic trainer. These forms may be downloaded from our website at http://www.chargersathletics.org/main/otherad/contentID/40118099. TRAVEL All athletes are required to ride the bus to away games. Any exception must be authorized by the Athletic Director. The athlete must have the permission of the head coach to ride home with his/her parents or another parent after the away games. (A note from the parents will be required.) No athletes will be able to ride home with other students or non-adults. We are very thankful for the vehicles God has provided for us, and we must do our best to take care of them. Procedures for Reserving Hotel Rooms for Athletic Events Reservations will only be made by Heidi McClure for coaches and players. Once reservations are confirmed, coaches may send hotel information out to families so they may stay at the same hotel. Players are to stay 4 max per room. Coaches are 2 per room unless their families are traveling with them. If coaches want room reservations to be made for playoffs, it is their responsibility to get information to Heidi McClure as early in the season as possible. If it is determined that the team will not make it into post-season play, it is coach’s responsibility to let Heidi know as soon as possible so reservations can be cancelled. Under no circumstances should athletes’ rooms be reserved under a parent’s name held with their credit card. DRESS Our athletes must wear attire approved by the head coach. PROFANITY Profanity will not be tolerated in any form by our athletes. There is no excuse. UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT Unsportsmanlike conduct by our athletes will not be tolerated. Discipline for unsportsmanlike conduct violations (such as unsportsmanlike penalties, technical fouls, etc.) will be instituted at the discretion of the head coach. If an athlete is ejected from a game the GHSA rules and regulations will apply. The GHSA, ELCA, and member schools have made a commitment to promote good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches, and spectators at all GHSA sanctioned or ELCA events. Profanity, degrading remarks, and intimidating actions directed at officials or competitors will not be tolerated and are grounds from removal from the event site. Spectators are not allowed to enter the competition area during warm-ups or while the contest is being conducted. We strongly encourage our fans to cheer for our teams. If a fan is ejected, the ejected person will be suspended from at least one game. The ejected person must not be seen or heard during the period of suspension. ELCA PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT Our Speech: 1. Profanity or questionable language will not be tolerated. Anything that can be misconstrued as negative or insulting must be avoided. Be positive and encouraging. Uplift your students and others. Let them know the importance and accomplishment of being a part of the team. Let them know they are important. Never criticize the officials or coaches. These people represent the authority figure, the “boss”, the parent, the teacher and the “Law”. If you are “bad mouthing” your children’s coaches or officials, you cannot expect him or her to play for or respect these people. Obedience to authority is not optional and is not predicated on whether you agree with it. All authority is God-given and disobedience to authority is disobedience to God. Insist that your students address the coach and the officials with respect. They should call their coaches Coach or Mr., Miss, or Mrs. They should address the officials with “Yes, Sir” or “Yes, Ma’am” You should use these titles as well in the presence of your students or when referring to the coach or officials. Never be involved in negative cheering. Booing the officials or opponents or getting into negative chants against the opposing crowd sets a bad example for your children and is counter to everything we say we believe. Never speak negatively around the students or other parents about: the school, the Church, or other students. Never criticize your children’s teammates. This does not teach your student team attitude and will allow them to make excuses for their own performance. Never offer excuses for your children if they are not playing. Encourage them to do their best and to keep striving for their worthwhile goals. Always confront your coaches out of sight and earshot of students and other parents. Speak with the coach privately. Call to set an appointment. Pray about what you will say and what is motivating your discussion. Smile, meet and greet. Often you may be the first impression someone has of ELCA and of our Lord and Savior. Ask yourself this question “Is my speech setting up an opportunity to share Jesus Christ or a need to apologize?” “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt... “Colossians 4:6 Our Relationships: Develop relationships and a good rapport with your students and their teammates. God has placed you in this situation for a purpose. Use this opportunity to minister and be an encouragement to others. You never know who is hurting and needs your show of God’s love in their life. If sports become all about you and your student, you need to not participate. Develop relationships and a good rapport with other parents. You will need their prayers and support as much as they will need yours. Develop relationships and a good rapport with parents from other schools. Never miss an opportunity to share Jesus Christ with others. Promote your school and your students. Needless to say, the relationship you develop is a reflection on our entire ministry. Develop relationships with the coaches: Get to know the coaches. Pray for them. Communicate with them with an open heart and mind. Be open, honest with gentle words. Set appointments to meet with the coach rather than ambush them before or after a game. “This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.” John 15:12 Our Unity: Develop unity within our school family. God has called each one of us to this school. Each of us have different abilities and, therefore, different roles. Never be jealous or envious of someone else’s role. Be busy fulfilling your role. Your example of being a unified school body is a valuable lesson for your students to learn. Develop unity with our Church. ELCA is a ministry of Eagle’s Landing First Baptist Church working together for a common purpose. Be supportive in action and in spirit. Without Eagle’s Landing First Baptist Church there would be no Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy. Develop unity within the Kingdom. We must establish our philosophy with other schools in order for our ultimate purpose to be met… to further the Kingdom of God. It will take other Christian schools being successful. Pray for them as you pray for ELCA. “For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ. For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and all were made to drink of one Spirit.” I Corinthians 12:12-13 Our Motives: Be Motivated by the Love of God. Living for Him because He died for us. Strive for victory as a tool to teach your students. Teach them that athletics is just a means to an end and not an end unto itself. Teach your students to abide by the rules of the game in letter and in spirit. Tactics that promote unfair “gamesmanship” will not be tolerated. Lead your students in athletics considering your family mission, philosophy and goals. What you are teaching your students through athletics should match with what you are teaching them at home. Use your child’s experience as a chance to be involved in the life of your child. Your relationship with your child as an adult is a longer time of your life than when they are in your home. If you want a relationship with them as adults, you need to begin building that relationship NOW. Athletics affords you that opportunity. “…do all to the Glory of God.” I Corinthians 10:31 Our Behavior: Maintain class and character. You are setting the example for your students. Realize that your every action reflects upon you, your family, ELCA, ELFBC and ultimately our Lord. People will remember your actions long after they have forgotten your words. Always insist that your children follow instructions. Coaches must depend on a player’s ability to follow orders immediately and without question. Questions should be raised at the appropriate time, such as at practice or after a game, when there is time for explanation. This builds respect for authority and a bond of trust between your children and their coaches. Always dress appropriately. Modest attire that does not attract attention to you and away from your child should be worn. Even in warm weather events a Christ-like appearance must be maintained. Be an example and a guard. Set the standard high for behavior and appearance and do not be afraid to speak to those who are indifferent to our ultimate purpose. Working with the officials …not working the officials. Badgering an official to persuade a call our way comes with too high a price – our testimony and our ability to influence those others for Jesus Christ. There is never a time at any contest where a parent is afforded an opportunity to say anything to an official other than “Thank You”. Without these men and women and their willingness to officiate, no one is playing ball. Remain in the stands. Never attempt to approach the field, court, bench area, press box, score table or the officials before, during or after a ballgame. Socially visiting with the coach briefly after a game is encouraged. Game officials are off-limits. Be Modest in victory and gracious in defeat. Coaches, students, parents and spectators will need to be strong in this area. Shake hands with our visitors before and after a game. Recognize the success of your opponent. Compliment the good play of students from the other school. Congratulate their coaches on a well-coached game. Teach your children that they have a special purpose from God. It is their responsibility to accept God’s purpose for them. Do not compare or contrast them to others. This limits their ability to fulfill their own unique potential and purpose. Have fun, touch lives and be yourself. You have the opportunity to be a positive influence, like no one else may be able to, in the lives your children and their peers. Enjoy this time in their lives and help them to enjoy it as well. Games, plays and officials will be forgotten, but your behavior and attitude will stay with your child forever. “whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked.” I John 2:6 ELCA ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT Our Speech: Profanity or questionable language will not be tolerated. The athlete will address the coach and the officials with respect. The athlete will address the coach as “Coach” or “Mr., Miss or Mrs.” and will take concerns or complaints directly to the coach. Insubordination and divisive speech or behavior will not be tolerated. The athlete should address the officials with “Yes Sir” or “Yes Ma’am". Never criticize the officials or coaches. These people represent the authority figure, the “boss”, the parent, the teacher and the “Law”. Obedience to authority is not optional and is not predicated on whether you agree with it. All authority is God-given and disobedience to authority is disobedience to God. Our Relationships: Develop relationships and a good rapport with teammates and coaches. God has placed you in this situation for a purpose. You have an opportunity to develop life-long friendships. If sports become all about you, you need to not participate. Develop relationships and a good rapport with classmates. Do not attempt to set yourself upon a pedestal. Your classmates will not respect you or support you. Develop relationships and a good rapport with students from other schools. Never miss an opportunity to share Jesus Christ with others. Our Unity: Develop unity within your team. “It is amazing what can be accomplished when no one cares who gets the credit.” John Wooden Develop unity within our school family. God has called each one of us to this school. Each of us has different abilities and, therefore, different roles. Never be jealous or envious of someone else’s role. Be busy fulfilling your role. Develop unity within the Kingdom. We must establish our philosophy with other schools for our ultimate purpose to be met… to further the Kingdom of God. It will take other Christian schools being successful. Pray for them as you pray for ELCA. Our Motives: Be Motivated by the Love of God. Living for Him because He died for us. Strive for victory in order to Glorify God. Athletics is just a means to an end and not an end unto itself. Demonstrating Christ by following the rules of the game in letter and in spirit. Tactics that promote unfair “gamesmanship” will not be tolerated. Committed to excellence. In all areas – faith, practice, academics and game preparation. Play and Act like a CHAMPION! Our Behavior: The athlete will maintain a good reputation. The athlete’s character will be in good standing with the administration, faculty, staff and church. The athlete will meet all eligibility requirements. The athlete will know and understand all requirements. The athlete will know all the expectations of their team and will follow them both in action and in spirit. The athlete will show respect for all coaches, trainers and all staff personnel. This includes the game plans, methods and philosophies. The athlete will show respect for their teammates. The athlete will respect the seriousness of their commitment by attending all practices, meetings and games as prescribed at the beginning of the season and by working together to accomplish a common goal. Help to hold your teammates accountable for their actions. The athlete will maintain a high standard of appearance. Both in and out of the arena adhering to the strictest interpretations of the school dress code and the team dress and uniform code. The athlete will demonstrate Christ-like character. Both in and out of the arena showing respect in speech and actions for game officials, opponents and all those associated with our opponents. The athlete will never engage in fighting. The athlete will always maintain self-control. Un-sportsmanship like conduct penalties will not be tolerated and will be penalized. The athlete will know and understand our philosophy. The athlete will respect the seriousness of the eternal effects of their responsibilities as they represent themselves, their families, their school, their church and ultimately their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. COACH/PARENT COMMUNICATION Parenting and coaching are both difficult vocations. Understanding each other’s role will enable parents and coaches to work together to provide a meaningful experience for the student-athlete at ELCA. Communication that parents can expect from a coach: Locations and times of practice and games Expectations the coach has of the players and the team Team requirements Team rules and disciplinary actions for violations of team rules Various ways that parents may help the team Appropriate concerns for parents to discuss with the coach: Ways to help your child improve Concerns about your child’s behavior Academic support, college opportunities Recognizing that coaches are the ones who work with the team daily in practice and in competition, it is important to understand that the coach will make decisions that he or she believes to be best for the team and for all athletes who are involved. A parent should never confront a coach before or after a game or practice. These are emotional times for a parent and coach and are not wise times to make an attempt toward the resolution of a problem. ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT INJURY POLICY According to Georgia Code 43-5-1, an Athletic Trainer (ATC) is a person with specific qualifications, as set forth in Code Sections 43-5-7 and 43-5-8 who, upon the advice and consent of a physician, carries out the practice of prevention, recognition, evaluation, management, disposition, treatment, or rehabilitation of athletic injuries; and, in carrying out these functions, the ATC is authorized to use physical modalities, such as heat, light, sound, cold, electricity, or mechanical devices related to prevention, recognition, evaluation, management, disposition, rehabilitation, and treatment. Stephanie Vasquez is our Athletic Trainer. Her contact is – email: stephanie.vasquez@eagleslanding.org , cell: 404-698-6495. The primary responsibilities of the ATC include injury prevention, recognition and evaluation of injuries, immediate care and treatment, rehabilitation, and administration duties. The ATC is present at school every day. He covers all home contests for middle and high schools, as well as all practices and some away games. He stays at school until the end of the last practice or contest of the day. Even though most of the injury evaluations and treatments take place after school hours, the ATC is available during school hours to evaluate injuries and perform rehabilitation programs. The following section provides the general guidelines put in place by the ELCA Athletic Department for handling athletic-related injuries. When an athlete is injured on campus, the coach sends him to the ATC to have his injury evaluated. If the ATC is at the scene when the injury occurs, the evaluation of the athlete will take place there. When the evaluation is completed, an explanation will be given to the athlete regarding the immediate treatment as well as the next course of action to be taken, i.e. begin a rehabilitation program, follow up with a doctor, etc. The coach is then informed of the injury as well as the treatment plan. The ATC will also get in touch with the parent to explain what happened and what the next step needs to be either in person, by phone, or by email. Depending on the extent of the injury, the ATC will assist the parent in scheduling a doctor’s appointment. After the doctor’s visit, it is the responsibility of the parent and the athlete to bring a note from the doctor stating his diagnosis of the injury as well as the plan of care. In addition, when an athlete is injured during either practice or a game and the ATC is not present, the coach will inform him of the incident and the care that was provided so the injury can be documented, and a follow up with the parent, student, doctor, and coach is made to provide the best possible care and return the athlete to play as soon as possible. If your child goes to see a doctor, then he needs to bring a note to the ATC and the coach stating he is cleared to play. When a doctor removes an athlete from competition, he will not be allowed to return to competition until the ATC has a note in hand stating the doctor has cleared him. The Georgia State Law listed above mandates that an Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of a Physician. Dr. Ashley Brouilette, with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta oversees our Athletic Trainer. Our team doctor is Dr. Daniel Orcutt, MD, an Orthopedic Surgeon from OrthoAtlanta. For the last 20 years, OrthoAtlanta has provided coverage for our Varsity Football games, and performs surgeries when necessary. Stephanie will coordinate a time to for athlete to see a doctor as soon as possible after the injury. OrthoAtlanta is located at 915 Eagles Landing Pkwy. Stockbridge, GA, 30281 and the phone number is 770-506-4350. TRAINING ROOM RULES The following rules have been set by the Athletic Training Department to ensure the proper treatment and safety of all athletes. If for any reason you need to seek care from the Certified Athletic Trainer, you must always abide by the following rules. No student is allowed in the Training Room without the direct supervision of the Athletic Trainer or a Coach! Athletes reporting for treatment must be clean. Do not track in grass or dirt. Leave cleats outside The Athletic Training Room is NOT a lounge. No socializing or hanging out. You must sign in each time you come in for treatment. If you do not come to treatment, you will not be taped. If you do not come to treatment, you will not be excused from practice. If you seek medical attention for an injury, you must bring a written doctor’s release before you will be allowed to return to participation. Come to treatment every day until released by the Athletic Trainer. Be considerate and respectful. EMERGENCY PROTOCOL In every emergency, establish the ABC’s (airway, breathing, circulation). To establish the airway, lean close to the athlete’s nose and mouth to detect inhalation and exhalation. While leaning to detect airway, make eye contact with the athlete’s chest to detect upward and downward movement to establish breathing. As you are listening for airway and looking for breathing, attempt to detect a pulse for circulation either at the carotid (neck) artery or radial (wrist) pulse. PROTOCOL FOR ATHLETIC EVENTS AT HOME: If ABC’s are present: Find Stephanie Vasquez (Athletic Trainer) if not around scene of the emergency. If Stephanie can’t be found, the coach should call Stephanie at 404-698-6495 or send another coach to find her. If Stephanie is not on campus, the coach is to contact either Jacob Hearn (School Resource Officer at 678-736-1690) or (School Nurse) for assistance. If no medical person on ELCA’s staff is on campus, the coach is to assess the injury and make decisions for further treatment. **NOTE** If this is a head, neck, or open fracture injury, you ARE NOT TO MOVE THE ATHLETE UNLESS HE OR SHE IS IN A DANGEREROUS ENVIRONMENT OR IF CPR NEEDS TO BE ADMINISTERED. Call 911 if needed. If ABC’s are not present: The coach is to ASSIGN someone to CALL 911*. The coach is to assign someone to immediately sprint to get the AED (there are 2 on ELCA’s campus). If Stephanie is not around, the coach is to assign someone to call her at 404-698-6495 The coach is to stay with the athlete and administer CPR until the AED arrives or EMS arrives (if the coach does not know CPR, he or she is to find someone who does). Once the AED arrives, open it and follow the given prompts. Once EMS arrives, the coach is to go with the athlete in the ambulance unless his or her parents are available to ride with him or her. Contact parents if not on site. Contact Scott Queen, the Athletic Director at 770-560-4183 *Necessary items you need to know before calling 911: - Nature of injury. - Sex of injured. - Location of injury. - Age of injured. - Location of injured person on campus. - Medical history. PROTOCOL FOR ATHLETIC EVENTS AWAY: If ABC’ are present and Stephanie is not available: The coach is to make an injury assessment. If further assistance is needed, ask the other team for medical assistance. **NOTE** If this is a head, neck, or open fracture injury, you ARE NOT TO MOVE THE ATHLETE UNLESS HE OR SHE IS IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT OR UNLESS CPR NEEDS TO BE ADMINISTERED. If the injury requires immediate EMS help, call 911. Call the parents if they are not at the event. Call Stephanie at 404-698-6495 & Scott Queen at 770-560-4183 If the parents are not at the event, the coach is to ride with him or her in the ambulance or car to the hospital. If ABC’s are not present and Stephanie is not available: The coach is to ASSIGN someone to CALL 911. The coach is to ask if the opposing team has an AED. If so, he or she needs to assign someone to immediately sprint and get the AED. If the AED is not available, the coach is to administer CPR until EMS arrives (if the coach does not know CPR, he or she is to find someone who does). If the coach gets fatigued in giving CPR, and someone else is around that knows CPR, he is to take a break and ask the other person to start CPR. If the AED is available, the coach is to open the AED and follow the given prompts. Continue AED or CPR until EMS arrives. Call the parents if not on site. Call Stephanie at 404-698-6495 and Scott Queen at 770-560-4183 Any time 911 is called the School Resource Officer needs to be contacted ASAP. There is a medical information sheet that must be filled out by the SRO or School Nurse. Also, the School Nurse needs to be aware of the incident for follow up procedures. The SRO will coordinate EMS reaching the injured student in a timely manner. CONCUSSION AWARENESS Dangers of concussions: Concussions at all levels of sports have received a great deal of attention and state law has been passed to address this issue. Adolescent athletes are particularly vulnerable to the effects of concussion. Once considered little more than a minor “ding” to the head, it is now understood that a concussion has the potential to result in death, or changes in brain function (either short-term or long-term). A concussion is a brain injury that results in a temporary disruption of normal brain function. A concussion occurs when the brain is violently rocked back and forth or twisted inside the skull as a result of a blow to the head or body. Continued participation in any sport following a concussion can lead to worsening concussion symptoms, as well as increased risk for further injury to the brain, and even death. Player and parental education in this area is crucial – that is the reason for this document. Refer to it regularly. This form must be signed by a parent or guardian of each student who wishes to participate in GHSA athletics. One copy needs to be returned to the school, and one retained at home. Common signs and symptoms of concussions: Headache, dizziness, poor balance, moves clumsily, reduced energy level/tiredness Nausea or vomiting. Blurred vision, sensitivity to light and sounds Fogginess of memory, difficulty concentrating, slowed thought processes, confused about surroundings or game assignments Unexplained changes in behavior and personality Loss of consciousness (NOTE: This does not occur in all concussion episodes.) BY-LAW 2.68: GHSA CONCUSSION POLICY : In accordance with Georgia law and national playing rules published by the National Federation of State High School Associations, any athlete who exhibits signs, symptoms, or behaviors consistent with a concussion shall be immediately removed from the practice or contest and shall not return to play until an appropriate health care professional has determined that no concussion has occurred. (NOTE: An appropriate health care professional may include licensed physician (MD/DO) or another licensed individual under the supervision of a licensed physician, such as a nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or certified athletic trainer who has received training in concussion evaluation and management. No athlete is allowed to return to a game or a practice on the same day that a concussion (a) has been diagnosed, OR (b) cannot be ruled out. Any athlete diagnosed with a concussion shall be cleared medically by an appropriate health care professional prior to resuming participation in any future practice or contest. The formulation of a gradual return to play protocol shall be a part of the medical clearance. It is mandatory that every coach in each GHSA sport participate in a free, online course on concussion management prepared by the NFHS and available at https://nfhslearn.com at least every two years. Each school will be responsible for monitoring the participation of its coaches in the concussion management course and shall keep a record of those who participate. BY-LAW 2.67 – PRACTICE POLICY FOR HEAT AND HUMIDITY Schools must follow the statewide policy for conducting practices and voluntary conditioning workouts in all sports during times of extremely high heat and/or humidity that will be signed by each head coach at the beginning of each season and distributed to all players and their parents or guardians. The policy shall follow modified guidelines of the American College of Sports Medicine regarding: The scheduling of practices at various heat/humidity levels The ratio of workout time to time allotted for rest and hydration at various heat/humidity levels The heat/humidity level that will result in practice being terminated A scientifically approved instrument that measures Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) reading must be utilized at each practice to ensure that the written policy is being followed properly. The Wet-Bulb Globe Temperature utilizes the following formula: .07 (humidity) + 0.2 (radiant heat) + 0.1 (ambient air temp) = WBGT. Here at ELCA, we use the Mannix, Model: SAM 990DW Digital Sling Psychrometer/Thermohydrometer to determine the Heat Index. After reviewing information from the GHSA, NFSHSA, and the NATA, we have concluded that the following guidelines regarding athletic participation in heat and humidity will be implemented. Based on the Wet-Bulb Globe Temperature Risk Chart: WBGT Reading - Activity & Rest Break Guidelines UNDER 82.0 - Normal activities. Provide at least three separate rest breaks each hour of minimum duration of 3 minutes each during workout. 82.0-86.9 - Use discretion for intense or prolonged exercise; watch at-risk players carefully; provide at least three separate rest breaks each hour of a minimum of four minutes duration each. 87.0-89.9 - Maximum practice time is two hours. For Football: players are restricted to helmet, shoulder pads, and shorts during practice. All protective equipment must be removed for conditioning activities. For all sports: Provide at least four separate rest breaks each hour of a minimum of four minutes each. 90.0-92.0 - Maximum length of practice is one hour, no protective equipment may be worn during practice and there may be no conditioning activities. There must be 20 minutes of rest breaks provided during the hour of practice. OVER 92 - No outdoor workouts; Cancel exercise; delay practices until a cooler WBGT reading occurs. Guidelines for Hydration and Rest Breaks: Rest time should involve both unlimited hydration intake (water or electrolyte drinks) and rest without any activity involved. For football, helmets should be removed during rest time. The site of the rest time should be a “cooling zone” and not in direct sunlight. When the WBGT reading is over 86: Ice towels and spray bottles filled with ice water should be available at the “cooling zone” to aid the cooling process. old immersion tubs must be available for practices for the benefit of any player showing early signs of heat illness. Definitions Practice: the period that a participant engages in a coach-supervised, school-approved sport or conditioning-related activity. Practices are timed from the time the players report to the field until they leave. Walk Through: this period shall last no more than one hour, is not considered to be a part of the practice time regulation and may not involve conditioning or weight-room activities. Players may not wear protective equipment. Weather Monitoring on Campus ELCA utilizes the Perry Weather monitoring system on campus to track and send alerts about lightning and heat conditions. For all outdoor athletic events including practices and games participation will cease when lightning comes within a 10-mile radius of campus. The Perry Weather monitoring station will make an audible alert to notify everyone the fields need to be cleared and when they can return to activity. For heat, the GHSA policy listed above will be followed based on an on campus WBGT reading. Our athletic trainer, Stephanie, will also monitor and be in communication with coaches when adverse weather conditions are in the area. GENERAL RULES 1. No fund-raising or team-purchasing may be done without approval from the AD 2. All athletes are to take good care of the school’s equipment, facilities, and vehicles. 3. Athletes should never be in or on any athletic facility without a coach’s supervision. 4. Athletes are required to turn in his/her uniform within two weeks of the last game. 5. Athletes, coaches, and parents should always display good sportsmanship! EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ATHLETIC HANDBOOK

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy takes the security of our stakeholders seriously and we employ a full-time SRO. SAFETY AND SECURITY CAMPUS SECURITY CARPOOL INFORMATION DRIVERS EDUCATION PARKING PERMIT Terrell Tyson SAFETY DIRECTOR 678.818.1048 CAMPUS SECURITY DRIVERS EDUCATION What do I do if I am caught in traffic and going to be late picking up my child? Per school policy, all students not picked up by 3:15 pm must be directly supervised by an adult. If you are caught in traffic and will not be on campus by 3:15 pm, please contact the receptionist at 770-957-2927 and notify her of your situation. Any student found without adult supervision and without notification of the parent to the school will be escorted to the ASEP and given automatic detention. When are the doors locked during the school day? For security purposes, doors are locked at 7:55 am each school day. In the afternoon, doors are unlocked from 3:00 pm until 3:15 pm for pickup. Any parents planning to remain in the building anytime after 7:55 am and before 3:00 pm must sign in at the receptionist's desk and wear a Visitor's badge. How does the school prepare for emergency situations? All ELCA employees are trained in Emergency Protocol at the beginning of the school year. During the year, students and staff participate in drills to ensure that everyone is familiar with procedures. In the event of any major incident, parents will be notified via their child's teacher of the situation as well as of any instructions regarding their child. Does ELCA do K-9 searches? ELCA is in a rotation with the other county schools and is visited by the Henry County Sheriff's Department on a periodic basis to do K-9 searches. The SRO or a school administrator is present during this search. For the safety of the students, no students are present in the hallways or parking lots during the searches. During a search, if the K-9 alerts on a vehicle, the parent of the owner will be notified of the alert and the intention of the school administration to search the vehicle. Parent will be asked permission to search the vehicle. If consent is not given, administration will decide the course of action to take on a case by case basis. School Closings In the event of inclement weather, parents will be emailed information regarding the closing. Further notice will be posted on our website, school Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ELCA1970) and Instagram (@elca_chargers). Parents may also turn to WSBTV, 11 Alive, or Fox 5 for reports of school closings. Frequently Asked Questions: What do I need to take to get my Georgia Learner's Permit? Certified copy of your birth certificate (non-US citizens must present original, non-expired immigration documents) Must present social security number Georgia DDS Certificate of Attendance (DS-1) signed and notarized by school (see High School office for form - form only valid for 30 days) See Georgia Department of Driver Services for more info. What will I need for my Georgia Driver's License? Georgia Learner's Permit Certificate from attending a Georgia approved Driver's Education program Must present social security number Georgia DDS Certificate of Attendance (DS-1) signed and notarized by the school (see High School office for form - form only valid for 30 days) Alcohol and Drug Awareness (ADAP) certificate (https://dds.georgia.gov/adap ) 40 hours of on-the-road driving experience, including 6 hours of night driving are required. An affidavit/form signed by a parent or driving instructor must be presented (If driver's education was completed with an approved internet/online class, parent/guardian must also complete Parent-Teen Driving Guide ) Parent/guardian must be present to sign the application. See Georgia Department of Driver Services for more info. Additional Parent Resources: Teen Driver Education Program Driving Skills For Life - Home Joshua Brown Law Road Wise Drivers' Education Governor's Office of Highway Safety (current law changes) Department of Public Safety (Georgia State Patrol) Georgia Traffic Injury Prevention Institute Teen Driver Safety Guide (Blog)

Discover a private Christian school with academic rigor and God-centered values. Learn about admissions at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy. Join us for a Virtual Tour and catch a glimpse of what sets Eagle's Landing Christian Academy apart. Please enter your name and email address to access the video. VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE ELCA AT A GLANCE VIRTUAL TOUR INQUIRE ABOUT ADMISSION Eagle's Landing Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Eagle's Landing Christian Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. APPLY NOW Hear from administrators from every area of the ELCA experience. Learn about all the things that set Eagle's Landing Christian Academy apart. BECOMING A CHARGER ADMISSIONS AT ELCA INQUIRE ABOUT ADMISSION APPLY NOW Applications for the 2025-26 school year opened on Friday, November 1, 2024. Welcome to Eagle's Landing Christian Academy, and thank you for your interest in Kingdom Education. What investment could yield more? We know that choosing a private school can seem a bit overwhelming. Our campus is open and our admissions team remains committed to providing all the information you need to learn more about the ELCA experience and the difference of Kingdom Education. Connecting with a member of our admissions team ensures we can easily connect on the specifics of your child’s needs and consider how ELCA might meet those needs as well as your high expectations. We’re here to help and we look forward to getting to know your family! VIRTUAL EXPERIENCES 3 WAYS TO PLAN A CAMPUS VISIT EVERY DAY IS AN OPEN HOUSE Our Admissions Team is ready to serve families with a personal on-campus tour. Contact us to schedule your personal tour at 678.818.1072, admissions@eagleslanding.org. or complete this form . We look forward to seeing you! PROSPECTIVE PARENT RECEPTIONS A unique opportunity to meet administrators, faculty and staff from every area of the ELCA experience. We hope you can join us! Here are the dates below: October 24, January 16, March 12, or April 11 RSVP HERE STUDENT SHADOW EXPERIENCE Our Admissions Team can schedule a shadowing experience for your student (grades 4 and up) once you have taken your personal tour.

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy is a private school that offers an exciting and dynamic work environment, preparing children for life as Christian leaders. Eagle's Landing Christian Academy offers an exciting and dynamic work environment, preparing children for life as Christian leaders. We offer employees a wide variety of benefits, including health and life insurance and a retirement plan. As a ministry of Eagle's Landing First Baptist Church, ELCA seeks to serve Jesus Christ in all areas; therefore, it is necessary that individuals applying for faculty positions be willing to serve Christ in the daily performance of duties and to fully support our core values. Employment at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy is open to qualified individuals who are Christians of good character, without regard or reference to race, gender, national or ethnic origin, color, age, or disability. Eagle's Landing Christian Academy is a religious educational ministry, permitted to discriminate on the basis of religion. All prospective and current employees must agree with Eagle's Landing Christian Academy’s mission statement, and they must be willing to conduct their lives in conformity with the school’s statement of faith and the school’s declaration and agreement to ethical and moral integrity. If you would like more information about working at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy, please contact: Eagle's Landing Christian Academy 2400 Hwy. 42 North McDonough, GA 30253 ATTN: Rebecca Wood Phone: 678-818-1019 EMAIL 2025-26 Employment Opportunities ASEP (After School Enrichment Program) How do I apply? Complete the application and save to your computer as a PDF. E-mail the application to Rebecca.Wood@eagleslanding.org . If you are applying for a teaching position , please submit a copy of both your college transcripts and teaching certificate, along with your application. Complete the required background consent forms in red below. BACKGROUND STATE (REQUIRED) BACKGROUND CONSENT (REQUIRED) CLASSROOM TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION TEACHER APPLICATION STAFF APPLICATION ASEP/YCEP JOB APPLICATION EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Students at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy enjoy the privilege of a richly diverse student population. A foundational principle of Christian education is that all people are created in the image of God and there is a focused effort to strengthen our diverse culture by addressing criticial issues. "What does diversity mean to you? How do you celebrate diversity?" UNITY ELCA strives to nurture a unified community of God-centered individuals who are known and valued for whom God distinctly created them to be. We recognize and respect our cultural differences and unique abilities, rejoice in our similarities, and love ALL individuals as image-bearers of God. Students at ELCA have the privilege of growing up in a richly diverse student population. As you walk our halls, you get a sense of what Heaven will be like as you see students who come from many different ethnic and cultural backgrounds. In a focused effort to strengthen our diverse culture, we have established a Unity Council to discuss critical issues within our school. The council consists of parents, staff members, and students who meet on a regular basis to discuss ongoing issues and create strategies for future improvement. Our foundational principle is that all people are created in the image of God. As image-bearers, we all have great value in the eyes of the Creator and thus we should treat those who are different than us with that mindset. The word GRACE describes our focus on diversity within the school... G - gender R - race A - age and ability C - culture E - education All of these groups are represented within our school and are recognized within God's word. Our goal is to teach our students that God has created us in His image and for His glory. As students begin to grasp that concept, they are able to respond to one another in a truly Biblical way. Unity Council Members: Ana Corales (co-President) Christopher Craddock (co-President) Gracie Rivers (co-Vice President) Farah Bonds (co-Vice President) Abigail Hernandez Abigail Damaso Alexa Blackburn Anthony Labady Austin Ha Avery Greenich Brayden Cason Gabrielle Mitchell Jethro Jones Jiya Patel Kayla Baptiste London Duval Rylee Collier Student Testimonies: From my years being involved in the Unity Board, I have learned not only how to embrace unity and diversity within the school, but also the many key aspects that go into how to embrace it. Meeting new people from all backgrounds and being able to speak the gospel freely, as well as just telling others that they matter in Christ has been a wonderful privilege. Culture is a beautiful thing, and everybody should have the chance and accessibility to learn and grow in their heritage. God created all of us equally, so who’s to say we don’t all deserve a chance to highlight our heritage? Even with the quantity of culture in today’s world, God still has a place and love for all of them; Which I love seeing in our school! - Gracie Rivers, Class of 2027 In a world where community is necessary for growth, being a part of the Unity Council has provided the means for me to gain said body. The Council gives me the opportunity to understand others and celebrate the beauty in differences and uniqueness among people. God has created each of us in our own ways, and we get to explore that in Unity. I see this as not only a way to connect people, but also grow awareness of culture and identity. The idea of learning about our differences sparks something within me, and reminds me to embrace the diversity God created us with. Culture plays such a crucial role in shaping who we are and how we go about our faith. However, what amazes me is that though we were made with different cultures or backgrounds, we still were created in His image. That truth is what stands with me everyday. That truth is the foundation of my faith. Through this council, there's a space to honor and learn from what makes us us. With this, we can reflect on God's perfect design and beautiful creation. - Farah Bonds, Class of 2027 Inquire Ethnic Unity Council IMAGE BEARERS...all people are created in the image of God. (Genesis 1:26-27) GRACE WEEK CELEBRATING DIVERSITY

Summer is not a vacation from learning. Be informed and prepared for the next school year by completing applicable ELCA summer assignments outlined here. SUMMER 2025 ASSIGNMENTS HIGH SCHOOL Rising 9th English Rising 10th English Rising 11th English Rising 12th English MIDDLE SCHOOL Rising 5th English Rising 6th English Rising 7th English ***There are no middle school summer assignments for Honors math classes this year. For standards-based enrichment and math skills maintenance, we recommend Khan Academy at the appropriate grade-level.*** ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rising 1st through 4th) Summer Reading Challenge Information Rising 8th English Summer Reading Challenge Going for the Gold Reading List

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy provides comprehensive tutoring and academic support programs to empower student success. Learn about our Instructional Focus periods, personalized tutoring options, and commitment to individualized learning. EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tutoring and Instructional Focus Envision your high schooler at ELCA Want more details or ready to experience our campus firsthand? Request More Information Schedule a Tour Tutoring and Instructional Focus Every year, ELCA high school students complete a tutor-training session and offer tutoring services for students who require extra help in academics. ELCA student tutors charge according to grade-level and offer 45-minute sessions. See the list below: K- 4th $10 for a 45 min. session 5th- 12th $20 for a 45 min. session* *Students in 9th-12th who tutor during IF, must tutor 2 days to complete one 45-minute session. Once matched, you will be contacted by the tutor to plan for time, dates, payment, and drop-off/pick-up location. Tutoring can take place before or after school, or during Instructional Focus for grades 9-12. The earliest possible start time is 7:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. is the latest end time. All tutoring takes place in a supervised setting. (teacher’s classroom or an area under video surveillance) Student tutors are paid weekly through an agreed upon method. (cash, check, cash app. etc.) Once matched, you will be contacted by the tutor to plan for time, dates, payment, and drop-off/pick-up location. Tutoring Facts to Remember What is IF? Instructional Focus (IF) is a twenty-five-minute, non-credit-bearing course that affords students the opportunity for academic extension and/or enrichment during the school day. Enrichment Extension – IF Learning Lab IF Extension on Fridays IF Extension with Content Teacher Self-Assessment Tracking Sheets Have additional questions? For Peer Tutoring, please contact quiana.waldon@eagleslanding.org For Instructional Focus (IF), please contact cary.davis@eagleslanding.org Or reach out to denise.martin@eagleslanding.org BECOME A PEER TUTOR SEEKING A STUDENT TUTOR

With FACTS, together we can improve our children’s academic development, Christian education, and the communication between Eagle's Landing Christian Academy and your home. FACTS Family Online (formerly RenWeb/ParentsWeb) is a private and secure parents’ portal that allows parents to see academic information specific to their children, while protecting their children’s information from others. All you need is an Internet-capable computer to view information such as: Attendance Daily Grades Progress Reports Lesson Plans Discipline Homework Missing Assignments School Directory Teacher Email Addresses Teacher Web Pages Customized Web Surveys and Tests Other Useful School Information You must have an email address on file with ELCA to create an account. Please contact nethelp@eagleslanding.org if you need to update your email address(es), mailing address, phone numbers, etc. With FACTS, together we can improve our children’s academic development and the communication between our school and your home. BUSINESS OFFICE Our Business Office is here to serve the financial needs of your family. Please review the information below. We welcome you to contact us with any questions you may have. Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:00PM Cindy Baker, CPA, Director of Finance cindy.baker@eagleslanding.org 678-818-1036 BUSINESS OFFICE STAFF Geri Cash - 678-818-1038 Lori Osborne - 678-818-1017 Lainey Clanton- 678-818-1081 Please contact Lainey Clanton at 678-818-1081 with questions regarding your account. Parents are advised to consider the following fees that may be billed throughout the year (these are not inclusive): Field Trips Uniforms AP Exams After School Enrichment Program Senior Fees Athletic Gear Returned Check Late Fee Financial policies and guidelines are fully outlined in the Student Handbook. With FACTS, the school maintains control of all billing. Questions regarding your bill may still be directed to our business office. As always, we will continue to work with families should special circumstances or “hardship” cases arise during the school year. Thank you for your continued loyalty and support of Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy. We depend on your support in our efforts to provide the highest quality of education for your children. Your continued support and cooperation is appreciated, as we remain committed to our mission. LOG INTO FACTS

Students at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy enjoy the privilege of a richly diverse student population. A foundational principle of Christian education is that all people are created in the image of God and there is a focused effort to strengthen our diverse culture by addressing criticial issues. SPIRITUAL LIFE "Bridging the Gap" Spiritual Growth ELCA strives to provide a Christ-centered program through its atmosphere, curriculum, and staff. However, ELCA’s efforts are not a substitute for personal, spiritual growth. We strongly encourage each family member to strengthen his/her personal faith through the study of God’s Word (the Bible), active involvement in a Bible-teaching church, and prayer. Emphasis for Spiritual Formation ELCA’s plan for spiritual formation and development focuses on 4 distinct anchors. We seek to ENGAGE students with the gospel of Jesus Christ, EQUIP them through spiritual formation and Christ-centered worldview, EMPOWER them to serve as ambassadors for Christ, and ENCOURAGE them to remain faithful and steadfast here and for years to come! These anchors are grounded in a Christ-centered, Bible-based, foundation. Vision for Spiritual Formation For our students to know Jesus, be transformed by His work on the cross, and to be given opportunities to grow through discipleship, stewardship, and service. The Foundation of the Bible The Bible is God’s Word to us. It is the most important book at ELCA. It leads, guides, and informs the mission of the school. In all areas of school life, God’s Word is useful teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that our students are prepared for every good work (2 Timothy 3:16-17). All classes are taught through a Biblical worldview. Every student is expected to have his/her Bible at school every day. Chapel Chapel is a time for celebration of praise and worship of Jesus Christ. Chapel is a regular part of school life at ELCA, and every student is required to attend the service every week. Middle School and High School students are expected to bring their Bible to chapel. Correct posture in chapel is very important as well as respect for the program and speaker. Students who continue to be disrespectful during chapel may be subject to disciplinary measures. Spiritual Life Initiatives ELCA seeks to fulfill its plan for spiritual formation through the following spiritual life initiatives: Daily Bible class, Accountability Groups and Community Time, Student Leadership Development, Chapel Program, Generational Mentoring, Bible Studies, Missional Opportunities for Stewardship and Service, Equipping and Supporting Families, and Training and Developing Staff. All spiritual life initiatives are implemented in partnership with Eagle's Landing First Baptist Church. Click HERE to learn more about ELFBC. The Apostles' Creed Matt McKinney SPIRITUAL LIFE DIRECTOR

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy offers transportation services to and from the Conyers area. The bus picks up and drops off at the former Publix parking lot at the intersection of highways 138 and 20 (behind Mellow Mushroom). Full-time, one-way, and drop-in service is available as space allows. Bus Transportation from Conyers Eagle's Landing Christian Academy offers transportation services from the Conyers area. The bus picks up at the former Publix parking lot at the intersection of highways 138 and 20 (behind Mellow Mushroom). One-way service from Conyers to ELCA is currently offered. Drop-in service is available as space allows. More information, costs, and the required transportation contracts are available below. One-Way Bus Transportation Drop-In Bus Transportation

Every day, the ELCA Library supports each student with the resources necessary to excel and achieve maximum potential. The 21st century learning environment supports the ELCA curriculum, fosters a love of reading, and promotes the effective use of information and communications technology. EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY LIBRARY & MEDIA CENTER GENERAL INFORMATION SUPPORT THE LIBRARY ACCELERATED READER RESEARCH RESOURCES Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30AM-3:15PM 678.818.1058 Hannah Brown , Media Specialist BIRTHDAY BALLOON GRAM GENERAL INFORMATION SUPPORT THE LIBRARY BIRTHDAY BOOK CLUB ONLINE LIBRARY CATALOG The Annual Book Character Day is a FUNdraising event for the ELCA Library. Students dress as their favorite book character and participate in the Grand Book Character Parade. BOOK CHARACTER DAY ACCELERATED READER RESEARCH RESOURCES Research Databases Subscribed to by ELCA For help with any of the research databases, please visit the MS/HS Library/Media Center or email Mrs. Barham . GALILEO: Email or visit the library for login info --Tutorials for GALILEO Georgia Public Broadcasting: Video Streaming (video clips related to curriculum) GEORGIA HISTORY RESOURCES The New Georgia Encyclopedia Digital Library of Georgia BIBLE RESOURCES Bible Trivia AR BOOK FINDER PARENT INFORMATION A computer-based reading program for first through seventh-grade students. A.R. complements classroom reading programs by helping build student interest in reading, enlarge student vocabulary bases, and increase reading comprehension levels. ELCA now subscribes to A.R. Enterprise which gives students unlimited access to more than 140,000 quizzes—including quizzes for books found within the school library, public libraries, or in your own home. Plus, there is a constant stream of new quizzes to help students keep up with the latest and greatest books! Students will participate in a Star Reading assessment quiz which will assign a book level reading range for him/her. Students will then select books within his/her range for reading and quiz-taking. Students can earn classroom prizes and even an A.R. t-shirt from the library. AR READING GOALS BY GRADE

ELCA's Back-to-School Day is the official kick-off to each school year. We invite parents and students to join us for Back-to-School Day where you will have the opportunity to receive classroom assignments, meet the teachers, sign-up for important activities and much more! Back-to-School Day is the kick-off to the 2024-2025 school year. Parents and students have the opportunity to visit campus, meet the teachers, sign-up for important activities, and much more! Here is the schedule for July 30: Preschool Meet the Teachers: 2:30PM-3:00PM K5-12 Meet the Teachers: 3:00PM-5:00PM All School Worship: 5:00PM-5:30PM in Worship Center Back to School Picnic: 5:30PM-7:00PM Tickets for food can be purchased during our Back to School event in the cafeteria for just $5 per person. CASH OR CHECK ONLY please! Our vendors will be Gezzo’s, Chick-Fil-A, Mellow Mushroom, and Shane’s Rib Shack. SnoBiz will also be on campus at an additional cost. We look forward to seeing you soon! And don’t forget, the first day of school is Thursday, August 1. BACK TO SCHOOL DAY MAP

The mission of the PTF is to create a cohesive and supportive relationship between the parents, teachers and administrators of ELCA, so that we can work together effectively to ensure that all of the students at ELCA have the greatest advantages made available to them. A MEANINGFUL WAY TO GET INVOLVED ELCA PTF is excited about this new school year! We are pleased to host several fundraisers including the annual Christmas Shoppe, Uniform Resale, and Spring Fling. We will continue to celebrate our teachers throughout the year with the help of our Hospitality Committee. All families are members of the PTF and we welcome your involvement at the classroom level or joining a committee that you may be interested in. **** REMINDERS***** Donations of gently used ELCA approved uniforms or spirit wear are greatly appreciated. They can be donated at any time to the receptionist desk. Please do not donate items to Goodwill or other places outside of ELCA to help protect the integrity and safety of our school. OUR MISSION The mission of the PTF is to create a cohesive and supportive relationship between the parents, teachers and administrators of ELCA, so that we can work together effectively to ensure that all of the students at ELCA have the greatest advantages made available to them as they work diligently to develop academically, socially, and spiritually. Mission of the ELCA Parent Teacher Fellowship: To create a pool of resources and volunteers that can be called on to benefit the advancement of the students at ELCA in their pursuit of academic and spiritual excellence. To assist parents, teachers, and staff members in developing the skills they need to support and promote the student's academic and spiritual development. To encourage the involvement of the ELCA families in school activities, sporting events, fine arts performances, ministry projects, fundraisers, etc. To serve as a fundraising arm for the school to help bring in financial resources that can be used to further support academic excellence at ELCA. PARENT TEACHER FELLOWSHIP Officers President: Amanah Thrasher Vice-President: Tia Wilburn Secretary: Ashley McNeill Committee Chairs Christmas Shop Lakia Hill Shannon Powel l Spring Fling Kelly Nelson Hospitality Angela White Amanda Essic School Chairs K3 - 1st grade Tamika Sims 2nd - 4th grade Stephanie Bryant Middle School Gretchen Baptiste High School Alexis Lee School Representatives Preschool - Teacher VACANT Elementary - Teacher VACANT Middle School - Teacher Kori Owens High School - Teacher Minette Johnson 2025-26 Calendar of Events PTF BY-LAWS

Each Friday of the school year, ELCA students have the opportunity to unite with missionaries around the world to share the hope of Jesus Christ. Giving one dollar per week makes a difference in the lives of others and wearing jeans is an outward sign that you are a partner in these ministries. A THANK YOU FROM COVONE MINISTRIES Covone Ministries (Phil and Jami Covone and volunteers) thanks ELCA for their prayers and faithful financial support in helping take the gospel to the people of San Luis Potosi, Mexico. The people living in the rural areas of Mexico have very little resource for the gospel. Their traditional religion has them worshiping images and legends that aren't real, and working for salvation as a chance to go to heaven for eternity. This video was made at La Polvora ranch an hour and a half outside the capital city of San Luis Potosi. The people in this desert area have no running water, so they depend on rainwater for washing and watering. Most homes are made of adobe, which decays rapidly, and most have dirt floors. Work is scarce, but many people have goats and sheep that they raise for income. Covone Ministries holds two Bible studies each Friday at La Polvora. Since most people don't have a vehicle, they walk a long way to participate in the Bible study. If you'd like more info about Covone Ministries in Mexico, or want to see pictures and read stories from the mission field, you can find us at www.covoneministries.com . JEANS FOR MISSIONS FRIDAYS ARE PERFECT FOR JEANS! Each Friday of the school year, students have the opportunity to unite with missionaries around the world to share the hope of Jesus Christ. Your donation makes a difference in the lives of others and wearing jeans is an outward sign that you are a partner in these ministries. Have you ever wondered where the money goes? WHO WE SERVE Through Jeans for Missions, ELCA provides monthly support toward ministries such as: Covone Ministry | Mexico Helping In His Name Ministries | Henry County Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Northern Colorado Graced Team | Sierra Leone Teach Beyond | Hungary Morningside Baptist Church | Atlanta Jamaica Mission Partnership | Jamaica DONATE Donations to Jeans for Missions is billed to your student's account at the beginning of the school year as a one-time sum of $37 per year ($1 for each Friday of the school year). COMPLETE THIS FORM TO OPT OUT OF JEANS FOR MISSIONS BILLING

Connecting with a member of our team ensures we can easily connect on the specifics of your child’s needs and consider how Eagle's Landing Christian Academy might meet those needs as well as your high expectations for Christian education. We’re here to help and we look forward to getting to know your family! CONTACT Contact Us Submit Thanks for contacting us! You will hear back from us shortly. EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ADDRESS: 2400 Hwy. 42 North McDonough, GA 30253 PHONE: 770.957.2927 FAX: 770.957.2290

Whether you are a graduate of Eagle's Landing Christian Academy, McDonough Christian Academy, Meadow Creek Academy or GACS-Meadow Creek, our alumni are an important part of the foundation that our Christian school is built upon. EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ALUMNI INFORMATION ALUMNI STORIES SHARE YOUR JOURNEY SUPPORT ELCA The philosophy is solid, true, and timeless! • McDonough Christian Academy • Meadow Creek Academy • Greater Atlanta Christian School (Meadow Creek Campus) • Eagle's Landing Christian Academy The name may have change since 1970, but the mission remains the same: Eagle's Landing Christian Academy is a gospel-centered, Kingdom-focused, college preparatory school that exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the glory of God. SUBMIT YOUR STORY SHARE YOUR JOURNEY Our alumni are an important part of the foundation that our school is built upon. We invite you to keep in touch! Share your journey through the link under our Alumni Stories section below. ALUMNI FACEBOOK ALUMNI PRIVATE GROUP TRANSCRIPT REQUEST FORM SHOW SOME LOVE! SUPPORT ELCA ALUMNI STORIES PORTRAIT OF A GRADUATE ALUMNI STORIES Jeff Wilkerson Class of 1997 Phillip Brown Class of 2007 Shelby Ausband Class of 2009 Stephanie Tirado Class of 2010 Taylor Echols Class of 2011 Josh Ekstedt Class of 2011 Zach Morgan Class of 2011

Seeking a Christ-centered private school in McDonough, Georgia? Explore Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy for grades PK3-12. See how to enroll today. ADMISSIONS OVERVIEW ADMISSIONS PROCESS ADMISSIONS CONTACT QUICK LINKS TESTIMONIAL Are you looking for a private school that uplifts and encourages your children, cultivates their interests, and provides a strong educational and spiritual foundation? You aren’t alone, and we understand. Challenging academics, engaging extracurriculars, and a Christ-centered worldview, day in and day out – that’s what you can expect at Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy. Learn more about the ELCA experience and how to enroll your child at our private school, located in McDonough, Georgia. 2026-27 applications open on Tuesday, December 9th! We are dedicated to raising disciples of Christ in a safe, nurturing, and academically-rich community. Here are a few reasons why parents choose ELCA for their children’s education: Why Choose a Private Christian School Education at ELCA? 50+ years experience: Educating children to be Christ followers since 1970 Biblical values: Aligned with Kingdom Education foundations for instruction, with daily Bible lessons and weekly chapel Multiple accreditations: Cognia and Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) accreditation Low student-to-teacher ratios: Experience the difference of small class sizes where every child feels seen, supported, and celebrated Exceptional faculty: More than half of teachers have advanced degrees and all are dedicated to sharing Christ’s likeness with students every day Challenging curriculum: 18 Advanced Placement, 19 Honors classes, 12 dual enrollment courses, STEAM activities, and emphasis on technology use in classrooms Robust extracurriculars: Robotics, music, theater, fine arts, praise and worship, and more, as well as various student clubs Competitive athletics: 18 state championships and 12 varsity sports teams as well as junior varsity, middle school, and youth sports Great location: Situated on an 86-acre campus 25 miles south of Atlanta Financial assistance: Discounts and need-based aid available ADMISSIONS PROCESS Want to Experience a Day at Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy? Ready to explore a Christian school that reinforces the values you teach at home? We’re looking forward to hearing from you! Contact us today Your Step-by-Step Guide to Applying to ELCA We are thrilled that you’re considering Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy for your child’s education! Our admissions process is designed to help us get to know your family while making the transition as smooth as possible. Below, you’ll find a simple step-by-step guide to what you can expect along the way. Step 1: Submit Your Application & Required Documents To begin the journey, complete and submit our online application along with the $300 non-refundable application fee. As part of the application, we ask for a few key documents: Birth Certificate Immunization Record (GA Form 3231) Social Security Card Certificate of Vision, Hearing, Dental & Nutrition Screening (GA Form 3300 – required for students ages 4 and up) Report Card (for PK4 and up) Standardized Testing Scores (optional, but helpful!) Discipline Record (for grades 5 and up) Teacher Evaluations Once we’ve received these documents, our Admissions Review Committee will carefully review your child’s file. If everything is in place, we’ll move on to the next step! Step 2: Entrance Testing (Kindergarten & Up) Students applying for Kindergarten and above will complete an entrance test to help us understand their academic readiness and ensure the best possible fit for success. Step 3: Family Interview with School Leadership Once entrance testing is complete, we’ll invite families to interview with our principal and assistant principals. This is the final step in the admissions process and a wonderful opportunity to connect! During this conversation, we’ll discuss how ELCA can partner with your family in your child’s education, answer any remaining questions, and ensure we’re the best fit for your student’s academic and spiritual growth. Step 4: Admissions Decision After the family meeting, families will receive a decision regarding acceptance. If accepted, we’ll walk you through the next steps for enrollment and getting ready for an incredible experience at ELCA! We’re Here to Help! We know choosing the right school is a big decision, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. If you have any questions about the admissions process, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’d love to connect with you! BETHANY FARRAR Director of Admissions Email: Bethany.Farrar@eagleslanding.org Phone: (678) 818-1072 ADMISSIONS CONTACT Quick Links to Frequently Visited Pages Here are a few links to some of our most commonly visited webpages: Visit Us Academics Learn more about how Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy supports the biblical values you teach your children at home and motivates them to be their best — academically, spiritually, and socially. Tuition “ELCA continues to be a special place in my heart. With five children attending ELCA, it’s a blessing to see the teachers pour into them day in and day out. Not only do they teach them about Jesus and help educate them, but they also participate in my children’s lives outside of school. The teachers come to their baseball games and football games on the weekends; they call and text when my children are sick. I just love the family atmosphere that my children get to experience, and that I experienced as a student myself.” - Ashley Cash, ELCA Class of 2005 and mom of five current ELCA students Schedule a Tour Today Ready to provide your child with a Christ-centered education at a school where they can thrive? Visit our campus , meet faculty, and experience firsthand what sets us apart. We look forward to hearing from you and are delighted you’re considering ELCA. Contact us today