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- Private Christian School in McDonough, GA | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy
Explore a Christian school in with college-prep academics rooted in a biblical worldview. See how Eagle's Landing Christian Academy prepares students to impact the world. APPLY TODAY FOR 2026-27 VISION 2030 GIVE ONLINE Welcome to Eagle's Landing Christian Academy Imagine a school that offers rigorous academics consistently yielding ACT and SAT scores above the county, state, and national averages, exemplary fine arts classes, along with athletic teams at the top of GHSA state rankings. Merge these with highly qualified, ardent teachers who teach every discipline with a biblical worldview and you have a program that sets each student on a path to accomplishment and victory…not only presently, but for eternity. OUR SCHOOL AT A GLANCE 40 AP, HONORS, & DUAL ENROLLMENT COURSES 1480 SAT SCORE FOR THE TOP 10% OF THE CLASS OF 2025 #1 BEST PRIVATE K-12 SCHOOL IN HENRY COUNTY, GEORGIA AS RANKED BY NICHE $14M+ IN ACADEMIC, ARTS & ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS EARNED BY THE CLASS OF 2025 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. It 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. Every day is an OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE YOUR PERSONAL TOUR TODAY A school that teaches WHAT YOU MODEL AT HOME LEARN MORE We're moving ELCA FORWARD VISION 2030 I'd like to REQUEST INFORMATION INQUIRE TODAY LATEST NEWS Atlanta's Premier Christian Private School on the Southside
- Top Private Christian High School in Henry County, GA
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 over 40 AP, Honors, and Dual-enrollment courses. Our students benefit from a 100% graduation rate and millions of dollars awarded annually in college grants, academic, and athletic scholarships. 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
- World Impact: Missions and Outreach | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough, GA
The ELCA World Impact program extends curriculum beyond the classroom to provide students with cultural, educational, and ministerial experiences both locally and around the world. ELCA World Impact extends curriculum beyond the classroom to provide our ELCA families with cultural, educational, and ministerial experiences both locally and globally. The purposes for World Impact MISSION trips are to build true disciples of Jesus Christ and to foster opportunities for these disciples to impact the world with the Gospel. Students are mobilized to go beyond the classroom and the community of McDonough. The endeavors purposefully partner with ministries established in other regions of the country and world. The purpose for World Impact NON-MISSION (academic/adventure) trips is to expose students to educational venues outside of a traditional classroom. Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy is built upon a framework of Kingdom Education and these trips aim to highlight unique parts of the world that God has created for His glory and our enjoyment. TRIPS FOR 2025-26 REGISTRATION BEGINS ON MAY 1, AND PROCEEDS AS OUTLINED BELOW. DEPOSITS ARE APPROXIMATELY 10% OF TRIP TOTAL AND ARE DUE BEGINNING MAY 2. DETAILS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. BILLING BEGINS JUNE 1AND CONTINUES UNTIL THE MONTH BEFORE DEPARTURE. PAYMENTS ARE MADE VIA THE STUDENTS' FACTS ACCOUNT. RISING SENIORS – 5PM TO 6PM RISING JUNIORS – 6PM TO 7PM RISING SOPHOMORES – 7PM T0 8PM RISING FRESHMEN – 8PM TO 9PM *This registration on May 1 will hold a spot until May 2 when the deposit is received. If the deposit is not received by 3PM on May 2, this spot will be replaced by a student on the waitlist. ELEMENTARY TBA MIDDLE SCHOOL 5th grade • St. Augustine • March 18-20, 2026 • CLICK HERE 6th grade • Creation Museum and Cincinnati • October 15-17, 2025 • CLICK HERE 7th & 8th grades • The Wilds • September 10-12, 2025 • CLICK HERE 7th grade • Charleston • February 11-13, 2026 • CLICK HERE 8th grade • Washington, D.C. • March 30-April 2, 2026 • CLICK HERE HIGH SCHOOL Disney Senior Trip • January 4-9, 2026 • CLICK HERE Sea Camp • March 22-25 • CLICK HERE College Exposure Trip • September 13-16, 2025 • CLICK HERE Alaska Ministry and Adventure Trip • April 6-12, 2026 • CLICK HERE Jamaica Mission Trip • April 6-12, 2026 • CLICK HERE Dominican Republic Mission Trip • April 6-11, 2026 • CLICK HERE Hawaii •April 6-12, 2026 • CLICK HERE Colorado Springs • April 7-11, 2026 • CLICK HERE MISSIONS & OUTREACH ELCA WORLD IMPACT IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS Registration begins on May 1 for World Impact trips. Our registration process is tiered to allow older students an opportunity to travel first. However, their advantage is limited to one additional hour on May 1 (see below). For underclassmen, attempting to register before a designated time slot will result in being placed on a waitlist. For all students, a spot is not secured until the deposit is received on May 2. This money will be paid to Mrs. Capp in the High School Commons Area beginning at 7:00AM on May 2. After 3:00PM on May 2, any student who has not paid the deposit will be replaced by a student on the waitlist. Mission trips require a "trip application". These applications are to be submitted to Mrs. Capp by May 15. Registration will open at 5:00PM for rising seniors, 6:00PM for rising juniors, 7:00PM for rising sophomores, and 8:00PM for rising freshmen, Again, please do not register prior to your designated time. Things to consider when registering: Deposits are non-refundable. The deposit and trip authorization form is required at signup. Deposit should be made in cash/check (made payable to ELCA). Billing is NOT available for paying the deposit. Departure dates are subject to change based on airfare and availability. Separate deposits are required when registering for more than one trip (e.g. two checks are required if registering for two trips). Trips will likely fill up. A waitlist will be used to fill in spots. The registration portal will stay open until May 15 (unless closed already due to reaching max capacity). On May 15, the rosters will be set based on the registrants during this 2 week period. In August, new students will be given a chance to join a team roster if space allows. Students MUST be enrolled at ELCA for the year in which the trip will take place PRIOR to registering for a trip. A student is NOT allowed to be on a list until after they are enrolled or re-enrolled. Un-enrolled students who sign up will be removed from the trip list. No spot will be held while enrollment is being processed. The Senior Trip to Disney does NOT require a deposit. The account will be billed in 6 installments from June to November. Seniors are only allowed a second trip if their first trip is the Disney Senior Trip. Classes are cancelled for Seniors the week of the Disney Trip in the expectation that all Seniors are traveling to Disney. Contact Mrs. Holly Capp directly for questions at holly.capp@eagleslanding.org A background check is required for any adult traveling on an overnight trip. All trips are subject to change. If a minimum number is not met, a trip could be canceled. The deposit would be returned on canceled trips and an attempt will be made to place the student on another trip. Parents of High School students are allowed to travel on the Europe trip but no other trip due to space limitations. The cost for the parent is the same as the cost for a student. Parents of Middle School students are allowed to travel on the Washington, DC and Charleston trips. The cost for the parent is the same as the cost for a student. All pricing of trips is based on quad occupancy. Rooms with fewer numbers will be billed at a higher rate. Scholarships are available through the World Impact Program in May of each year. Students are invited to write an essay about their need and desire to serve on this trip. The essays are due by May 10 each year and recipients will be notified at the final chapel service of the year. Fundraising is limited to assisting with the World Impact Program. Students are encouraged to raise support for their trips through letter-writing campaigns targeting their family and friends. Money that is mailed to ELCA on behalf of a student will be eligible for a charitable donation through the tax code. We encourage individuals making contributions to consult with their tax professional for documentation of donation. IMPORTANT DETAILS We work diligently to be good stewards of all monies donated for World Impact trips. When there are funds remaining from a particular trip, those funds will be placed into the general budget of World Impact to assist with our overall World Impact program. Trip Authorization Form Policies & Procedures Mission Trip Application Medical Consent Form Code of Conduct Agreement (student travelers) Statement of Cooperation (parent travelers)
- Private Christian College Counseling in Henry County | Eagle's Landing
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
- ELCA School of Fine Arts | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough, GA
The School of Fine Arts is an essential element of the overall curriculum and the educational strategy at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy. We know that studying music and art helps develop young minds, and fine arts courses are available to all students in all grade levels. ELCA's fine arts programs are specifically designed to move students through an aligned curriculum, from PreK – 12th grade, that preps them to study fine arts at university. EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY FINE ARTS GENERAL INFORMATION AN INVITATION FINE ARTS PATRONS SUPPORT FINE ARTS FINE ARTS STAFF CONTACT US FINE ARTS PATRONS The Eagle's Landing Christian Academy School of Fine Arts is proud to offer some of the highest level Fine Arts programing in the Metro Atlanta area. The School of Fine Arts is an essential element of the overall curriculum and the educational strategy at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy. We know that studying music and art helps develop young minds, and fine arts courses are available to all students in all grade levels. ELCA's fine arts programs are specifically designed to move students through an aligned curriculum, from PreK – 12th grade, that preps them to study fine arts at university. WE INVITE YOU TO EXPERIENCE ELCA FINE ARTS! LOWER SCHOOL FINE ARTS Pre-K through 4th Grade PRE-SCHOOL (K3 & K4): In pre-school, our students participate weekly in our fine arts program. Visual arts are part of their regular pre-school curriculum. In addition, students rotate into our Music Suite where they learn and explore the basics of music that will prepare them for their Elementary School performing arts classes. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Kindergarten – 4th grade): Students in Kindergarten - 4th grade have multiple fine arts opportunities throughout the week. For the visual arts, students go to one of our fully equipped and supplied art labs to learn all of the basics they'll need to advance in the program. For the performing arts, students have weekly music classes in the Music Suite where they learn the basics of music and perform three times during the school year. In addition, students rotate into our keyboarding lab where they explore music through the use of keyboards and technology. MORE ABOUT LOWER SCHOOL FINE ARTS UPPER SCHOOL FINE ARTS Grades 5-12 Students in middle school are given the opportunity to develop their skills by focusing on one specific Fine Arts Class. Art, Band, Chorus, Guitar, and Stage Acting and Vocal Performance are the classes offered between 5th and 8th grades. (See below). These classes are designed to prepare students for high school level classes, as well as give them opportunities to participate in arts shows, musical performances and state and district level competitions. MORE ABOUT UPPER SCHOOL FINE ARTS SUPPORT THE ARTS AT ELCA FINE ARTS STAFF Tracey Fuller Director of Fine Arts Director of Vocal Programs Middle and High School Director of Pre-school and Elementary Music Derek Rock Director of Middle School and High School Bands Adam Watson Assistant Director of Middle School and High School Bands Joe Tucker Middle School and High School Guitar Teacher, Praise Band Director Chuck Ekstedt High School Drama Teacher Sarah Blackaby High School Art Teacher Rachel Allred Middle School Art Teacher Dawn Miller Elementary Art Teacher Rick Barham Music Technology Lab Instructor Beverly Hedges Pre-K thru 12th grade Choral Music Teaching Assistant and Piano Accompanist OUR MISSION The History of the Fine Arts Patrons Founded in 2003, the Fine Arts Patrons is a group of parents, staff, and faculty who work together to give ELCA students musical, dramatic, or artistic opportunities and resources during their time at ELCA. Fine Arts programs are an essential element of the curriculum at our school. At ELCA, students are given the opportunity to participate in fine arts classes and performance groups. The Mission of the Fine Arts Patrons The Fine Arts Patrons will work to create resources that can benefit and support the advancement of Fine Arts at ELCA, raise funds to supplement and support the Fine Arts at ELCA, encourage parental and student involvement in ELCA Fine Arts activities, programs, and projects, and assist Fine Arts parents, Fine Arts faculty, and ELCA staff members in helping support all of ELCA Fine Arts. How you can get involved The FAP holds monthly Board meetings to discuss project funding, fundraising, and any concerns/ideas that may be suggested by faculty, staff, or parents. The FAP Board consists of a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Fundraising Chair. Any parent who has a student in elementary school (elementary music) or a Middle or High School fine arts class or performing group may attend the FAP meetings. The Board will vote in a closed executive session. We Support all of the Fine Arts Programs at ELCA: Art Elementary Music Symphonic Band Concert Band Beginning Band Marching Band Color Guard Chorus Vocal Performance Guitar Drama/Stage Acting Student Praise Band PATRONS INFORMATION 2025-26 Fine Arts Patrons Board of Directors President: Jamie Linder Vice President: OPEN Treasurer: Geri Cash Secretary: OPEN Fundraising Chair: OPEN Fine Arts Patrons meetings will take place via Zoom at 5:30pm on the third Thursday of each month. E-mail elcafinearts@gmail.com for the link: August 21, 2025 September 25, 2025 October 16, 2025 November 20, 2025 December 18, 2025 January 15, 2026 February 19, 2026 March 19, 2026 April 16, 2026 May 7, 2026 Every parent with a child in a Fine Arts program at ELCA is a Fine Arts Patron. If you have any questions or concerns, please email the Board at elcafinearts@gmail.com. FUNDRAISERS COOKIE DOUGH SALES Please see the links below for cookie dough sales information. Cookie Payment Cookie Prize Letter Fine Arts Accolades ELCA band and chorus students have made GMEA All-State Band and All-State Chorus, as well as district honor bands and choruses. ELCA band and chorus groups have received superior and excellent ratings at exhibitions, competitions, and large group performances. Jesse Corso & Molly Corso were both selected to perform in the Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony and have also had the opportunity to work with many professional clinicians. The Mighty Charger Marching Band has performed in Mercedes Benz Stadium and Georgia State Stadium. Stage acting and vocal performance students have been given the opportunity to participate in a film written and directed by TJ Hedges and his professional film crew. Olivia Naquin earned 2nd place for her pencil/watercolor drawing entitled "Lilac Lady" which earned her a $7500 scholarship to the Art Institute of Atlanta. Her piece is currently hanging in the Washington D.C. congressional office. Martyna Radzicka earned 3rd place for her acrylic on canvas entitled "Insomnia ATL" and she earned a $3500 scholarship to the Art Institute of Atlanta. Her work is currently on display in the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Our High School chorus was selected to perform at Carnegie Hall in 2018. Our One-Act Drama team is the current GHSA One-Act Play 5AA regional champions. Each year in that competition, as well as in the ACSI competition, many of our students get selected to the All-Star cast.
- ELCA | Student Information | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough, GA
It is our prayer that ELCA will not only challenge students to reach academic heights and provide an environment for character development, but most importantly, that they will establish a foundation for growth in their relationship with Jesus Christ that will be built throughout life. EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY STUDENTS STUDENT HANDBOOK HELPFUL LINKS STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES COUNSELING Welcome to Eagle's Landing Christian Academy, where we have been empowering students to impact the world since 1970. The Student Handbook is intended to inform the ELCA community about policies and procedures concerning students. It consolidates information from many sources on a variety of topics. It seeks to assist in the orientation of new students and to provide all students with an up-to-date reference on significant matters relating to ELCA life. It is the responsibility of each student/parent to be knowledgeable of the contents of this handbook. For their own benefit, students are urged to familiarize themselves with all relevant portions of the Student Handbook and ask for clarification of any information by contacting the administration of their respective school. We trust you will find your Student Handbook helpful throughout the year. STUDENT DRIVER VEHICLE REGISTRATION STUDENT HANDBOOK CLASS OF 2022 GRADUATION YARD SIGN ORDER FORM SGA SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 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. Students, it is our prayer that your experience at ELCA will not only challenge you to reach academic heights and provide an environment for character development, but most importantly, establish a foundation for growth in your relationship with Jesus Christ that you will build upon all your life. Our administration, faculty and staff will pray for you daily as you discern God's will for your life. STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION ACADEMIC GUIDANCE COUNSELING College Counseling Email: Heather Reagan or Misty Weber ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE Testing (MERIT) Accommodations Email: Dr. Anna King MERIT Classes: Grades 6-12 Elementary Reading Programs: Grades K-2 and 3-5 Elementary Math Program: Grades 3-5 Speech Senate Bill 10 PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING Mental Health Counseling Email: Holly Capp , LCSW (404) 867-0909 THE SUPPORT NETWORK ELCA offers a network of diverse staff members to whom students can go if they wish to talk about a spiritual or mental health issue. This list is not exhaustive. Students can go to any person within the school to discuss psychological/emotional/spiritual issues. Notwithstanding, this network provides adults on campus who are available to assist as needed. Predominantly, these individuals will connect the student with resources in which the focus is prevention, intervention, positive development, and regular communication between school and families. Most importantly, though, the goal of this network is to glorify God. He is the Wonderful Counselor (Isaiah 9:6), Great Healer (Psalm 103:3), Eternal Helper (John 14:16) Restorer of the Broken-hearted (Psalm 147:3) and Keeper of Perfect Peace (Isaiah 26:3). Our staff is committed to assisting our students and their families by pointing them to the only ONE who can truly meet their needs. Through these resources, the focus is prevention, intervention, positive development, and regular communication between school and families. Members of the Support Network represent a school-wide commitment to improve mental health recognition and to provide beneficial resources in supporting students who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or eating disorders. We are excited to discover more ways to impact our students to ensure their positive well-being. ELCA does not tolerate bullying, harassment, or intimidation of any sort. Principals and the school counselor will thoroughly assess and intervene any such suspicions. Many preventative efforts are made through our Kingdom Educational foundation and Biblical Worldview approach to behavioral expectations. Our chapel services, Unity Counsel, Student government accountability groups, and more each promote proper treatment of others. Any deviation is quickly identified and addressed. In any instance whereby child abuse or neglect is suspected, the staff member will immediately notify a principal and/or the School Counselor. The student will be evaluated and referred to the governmental authorities as determined appropriate by these individuals and as consistent with Mandatory Reporting laws. Mandated Reporters are not required to notify guardians of an official report of child abuse or neglect. ELCA will disclose this information as deemed safe and appropriate. Georgia Code for Child Abuse and Neglect Licensed Clinical Social Worker: Mrs. Holly Capp INITIATIVES IN CONNECTION WITH THE SUPPORT NETWORK Indirect Counseling Bible Class – financial planning, inductive studies, worldview formation, mentoring, sex education, abstinence, social justice, rebellion, risk-taking, mental health, etc. Accountability groups Chapels on living victoriously, peer relations, social media, vaping, honesty, integrity Leadership seminars (such as SLI) Wilds’ 4-day Spiritual Retreat Professional Counselor's classroom presentations on body image, self-image, anxiety, healthy friendships, harassment/bullying, emotional regulation, healthy habits, pornography, technology, organization, and more. Self Esteem Building Awards ceremonies Whitewater rafting for seniors Peer accountability groups Wilds’ ropes courses/hikes Life Time Sports class Life Preparedness/Career Readiness Guidance Counseling - Mrs. Weber Personality inventory for life skill strengths Disney Senior trip (learning to navigate independence) Transition lectures for middle and high school students Orientation for rising seniors and their parents discussing college/career requirements upon graduation World Impact Mission trips Safe Driving lectures/classes Lower school parent articles Staff Development Book study Continuing Education on mental health, physical health, spiritual health, cultural diversity Cultural Diversity Diversity Council Historic Excursions Curriculum Integration Grace Week Taste of ELCA Classroom Discussions Chapel Integration School Cohesiveness Grade Level Overnight Trips (Rock Eagle, St. Augustine, The Wilds, Walt Disney World, Creation Museum, Washington DC) Mission Trips Academic/Cultural Multi-night Excursions Senior Rafting trip Pep Rallies Student council Crisis Intervention Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Holly Capp Unity Council Liaison, Gilbert Fields School Resource Officer, Terrell Tyson Licensed Nurse, Katie Cool Concealed-carry staff members Onsite active shooter training for faculty and staff Regular drills with students for emergency preparedness (tornado, fire, active shooter, etc.) Eagles Landing Counseling Center (licensed professional counselors) The Church and Therapy Blog Post The Truth about Eating Disorders Guided into Living Grace: Practical, Christ-centered guidance for your personal mental health journey The Importance of School Mental Health Services Redefine Grace: Mental Health Solutions Student Mental Health Concerns: Steps to Take Now Pregnancy Resource Center Eagles Landing Counseling Center (licensed professional counselors) Al-Anon Grief Share Divorce Care Children and Divorce Guide OTHER RESOURCES COUNSELING APPLICATION The Leadership Scholarship sponsored by the Student Council is available to all seniors. The recipient of this scholarship will demonstrate the attributes specific to Student Council’s mission: leadership, service, academic integrity, and exemplary representation of Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy’s spirit. To apply for this scholarship, a student must meet the following criteria: 1) be eligible to receive the Hope scholarship, 2) submit a letter of reference from a faculty member which attests to the student’s eligibility for consideration, 3) submit evidence of admissions to a post-secondary institution for the upcoming fall, and 4) submit a completed application by the due date. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. STUDENT COUNCIL LEADERSHIP COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP 2025-26 STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE BOARD President – Emily Moghaddam President – Robert Tagoe Vice-President - MarieAnne Coutin-Baxter Vice-President - Charlotte Soto Chaplain Chair - Reagan Harris Chaplain Co-Chair - Christina Scott Public Relations - Isis Bonsu Public Relations Co-Chair - Rylee Collier (Communications) Public Relations Co-Chair - Jordan Powell (Graphic Designer) Unity Board Chair - Ana Corales and Christopher Craddock Unity Board Co-Chair - Farah Bonds and Gracie Rivers Finance Chair - Alex Nguyen Finance Co-Chair - Anthony Labady Finance/Break Co-Chair - Brooks-Paula Aqyepong Spirit Coordinator - Rush Phelps Events Coordinator - Kaitlyn Anderson SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS President – Olivia Brewer and Brianna Tagoe Vice-President – Alexa Blackburn Unity Board Representative - Jethro Jones and Jiya Patel Secretary - Laila Wynn Student Engagement Rep - Willow Hardrick Public Relations Rep - Kayla Baptiste and Camille Bernard JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS President – Layla Lewis Vice-President – Sidney Thomas Unity Board Representative - Abigail Damaso and Austin Ha Secretary - Alyssa Turner Student Engagement Rep - Shellie Jackson Public Relations - Chelsea Lomack SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS President – Odell Barnwell Vice-President – Mia Lewis Unity Board Representatives - Brayden Cason & Avery Greenich Secretary - Ashlyn Thrasher Student Engagement Rep - Hannah Wood Public Relations - Ansley Kellogg FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS Freshman Representative – Andy Cook Freshman Representative – Christina Christian Freshman Representative - Josiah Lewis Freshman Representative - Sophia Mathieu TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES K-12 INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY Eagle's Landing Christian Academy believes that to be competitive in a global economy we need a technology–rich environment to prepare students for life in the 21st century. In a very competitive, digital economy, educational technology is one of the critical components for providing the tools our students need in order to reach their full potential. It is our goal to provide technology integrated standards based curriculum that will allow our students to acquire the skills needed to be successful in the 21st century’s global community and workforce. If you have any questions regarding ELCA's technology integration program and plans, please contact Denise Martin . BRING YOUR OWN TECHNOLOGY STUDENT HELP MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES Symbaloo - A Symbaloo is a visual bookmarking tool that makes it simple and fun to organize your favorite websites at your fingertips. SYMBALOO #1 SYMBALOO #2 VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS ELEMENTARY/PRESCHOOL PHONICS ELEMENTARY/PRESCHOOL MATH APPS YEARBOOK HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC RESOURCES UNIFORM & SUPPLY INFO HELPFUL LINKS
- International Students | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough, GA
Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy has partnered with Atlanta based Sky So Blue International and New Oasis to qualify, enroll and manage students from Greater China (China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau). If you are a student, parent, or agent and your student requires an I-20 to study in the United States, please contact Sky So Blue or New Oasis to learn about the process of being matched with a host family, what is needed for student success at ELCA. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS At Eagle's Landing Christian Academy (ELCA), we are thrilled to welcome high school students from around the world to our International Student Experience Program. ELCA offers a gospel-centered, college-preparatory education within a supportive, nurturing community. Our mission is to partner with families to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the glory of God. With a 17:1 student-teacher ratio and smaller class sizes in advanced courses, students receive individualized guidance tailored to their needs. ELCA excels in academics, arts, and athletics, celebrating over $14 million in scholarships awarded to the class of 2025, an impressive average SAT score of 1480 among our top 10%, and a wide selection of 40 AP, honors, and dual enrollment courses. Our outstanding athletics program boasts 41 State Final Four appearances, 24 State Runner-Up finishes, and 18 State Championships. Our Varsity softball team made history by becoming the first GHSA team to win seven State Championships, while our Varsity football team achieved five consecutive State Championships. With 12 varsity sports and countless individual achievements, ELCA empowers students to pursue excellence across all areas of interest. Our fine arts program has gained recognition as well, with band and chorus students performing at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and talented artists receiving awards and scholarships, with pieces on display in Washington, D.C., and Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. At ELCA, international students find not only academic rigor but a vibrant community that nurtures spiritual growth and lifelong friendships. We invite you to learn more about joining the ELCA family! For questions, or to explore the possibilities at Eagle's Landing Christian Academy, please reach out to our Admissions Director, Bethany Farrar, at (678) 818-1072 or at bethany.farrar@eagleslanding.org . We look forward to guiding you through this exciting journey and answering any questions you may have. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS TUITION INFORMATION At Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy, we warmly welcome students from around the world to join our International Student Experience Program, where you'll receive a gospel-centered, academically rigorous college-preparatory education in a faith-based, student-centered community.
- History of ELCA | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough, GA
Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy has its roots in the founding of McDonough Christian Academy in 1970. In 1994, the Academy became a ministry of Eagle’s Landing First Baptist Church. In the years between 1970 and 1994, the Academy operated as Meadow Creek Academy and Greater Atlanta Christian School -- Meadow Creek Campus. THE HISTORY OF EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY TUITION INFORMATION SCHEDULE A TOUR THE ELCA ADVANTAGE Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy has its roots in the founding of McDonough Christian Academy in 1970. In 1994, the Academy became a ministry of Eagle’s Landing First Baptist Church. In the years between 1970 and 1994, the Academy operated as Meadow Creek Academy and Greater Atlanta Christian School -- Meadow Creek Campus. Since 1994, the academy has experienced its strongest growth. ELCA opened its doors in 1994 with 170 students and grew to 593 students by 1999. During this season of growth, both the church and school decided to sell their existing properties and relocate on the current 86-acre campus. Since 1994, the Academy has: Moved to a new 86 acre campus on Highway 42 North (2000). Expanded high school wing, and added football field and stadium, field house, and other athletic fields (2002). Added a state-of-the-art playground facility with a basketball court, a gated play area with artificial turf, and a special area designated for preschool that includes a tricycle track (2006). Completed multi-level 63,500-square-foot Activity Center which includes a gymnasium, weight room, Chapel and wrestling room (2006). Expanded Middle School and High School classrooms Added Middle School and High School Collaboratory (2019) Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy invites you to visit our campus and allow us to show you how we are partnering with parents and the local church to prepare students for a life as a Christian leader. We pray that our students will choose Christian character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, and service before self. ELCA is committed to excellence in all areas, spiritually, academically, aesthetically, athletically, and socially.
- Uniforms & Supplies | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough, GA
The Charger Store is your source for all of your ELCA school uniforms, accessories, spirit clothing, and t-shirts. Stay informed on uniform guidelines and options for purchasing school supplies for the new year. CALL OUR STORE Your source for all of your school uniforms, accessories, spirit clothing, and t-shirts for the school year. Ordering via email is highly suggested. Georgia Sexton, Charger Store Manager Store Phone: (678) 818-1037 Email: store@eagleslanding.org Cell: (404) 597-5619 Store hours during 2025-26 school year: Monday: 7:30AM - 3:30PM Tuesday: 7:30AM - 12:30PM Wednesday: 7:30AM - 3:30PM Thursday: 7:30AM - 3:30PM Friday; CLOSED ORDER VIA EMAIL UNIFORMS & SUPPLIES INFORMATION UNIFORM GUIDELINES EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY - BOYS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY - GIRLS ELEMENTARY (K-4TH) - BOYS ELEMENTARY (K-4TH) - GIRLS MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (5TH-12TH) - BOYS MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL (5TH-12TH) - GIRLS SUPPLY LISTS K5 - 4TH GRADE SUPPLIES 5TH GRADE SUPPLIES 6TH GRADE SUPPLIES 7TH GRADE SUPPLIES 8TH GRADE SUPPLIES • Pre-School supplies are provided through tuition. • High school supplies are listed by the individual teachers on each class syllabus. • LH School Supplies: Visit our Partner in Education during B2SD in the meeting room off of the front lobby if you ordered your school supplies through LH School Supplies. You can also visit their website at lhschoolsupplies.com . PE UNIFORMS Grades 1-4 do not dress out for PE. Athletic shoes, Merrells, or Mary Janes are required to participate. On field days or for other similar activities, if s horts are permitted, they must fit loosely and meet the acceptable length requirement (no higher than two inches above the knee.) Grades 5-12 All students (grades 5-12) are expected to dress out in the PE dressing room in an ELCA PE uniform each day. ELCA PE uniform includes: SHIRT: ELCA shirt purchased from the Charger Store, or any t-shirt, sweatshirt, or hooded sweatshirt from an ELCA athletic team or ELCA organization is acceptable. The shirt must have ELCA on it and be in good condition. Sleeves and/or neck cannot be cut out. ELCA outerwear worn as a shirt is not acceptable. Students who do not dress in approved shirts will lose 5 points from their dressing-out grade that day. SHORTS OR SWEATPANTS: Navy blue ELCA PE shorts or sweatpants purchased from the school store, shorts that are distributed by an ELCA athletic team, or shorts purchased from an ELCA organization that meet our fit requirements are allowed. Shorts must fit loosely and meet the acceptable length requirement as outlined in the student handbook, “no higher than two inches above the knee.” Also, students may wear sweatpants that are a solid school color (black, white, grey, blue, yellow). Sweatpants must be loose-fitting. If too tight, they will not be allowed. Yoga pants and running tights are not appropriate to wear in PE and will not be allowed. Compression undergarments worn under approved shorts are acceptable. If you do not have appropriate shorts or warmup pants, you will not be allowed to participate in the day’s activity. Students who do not dress in approved shorts or warm-up pants will lose 5 points from their dressing-out grade, and 3 points from their participation grade that day. SHOES: Athletic shoes, with non-marking soles, that fit well are also a requirement. If you do not have appropriate shoes, you will not be allowed to participate in the day’s activity. Students who do not wear approved shoes will lose 5 points from their dressing out grade, and 3 points from their participation grade that day. *STUDENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO BORROW CLOTHING FROM LOST AND FOUND.
- Relocating to Henry County GA | ELCAChargers
Considering a move to Henry County, GA? Discover why Eagles Landing Christian Academy and the welcoming community of Henry County could be the perfect fit for your family. Experience Our Dynamic Community Relocating to Henry County, GA? Welcome to ELCA and Henry County, Georgia, a thriving community! Discover why Eagle's Landing Christian Academy and Henry County could be the perfect place for your family. Let's Explore Experience the ELCA Difference For a glimpse of life at Eagles Landing Christian Academy, we invite you to explore our community by scheduling your campus visit . McDonough, Georgia, is a community where families from all over the United States and beyond have chosen to settle down. We understand that choosing the right community, home, and school is a significant decision that will greatly impact your family's future. Some families prioritize finding the best school for their children first, then choose the community and finally a new home. Regardless of your approach, we hope the following information about Henry County and Eagle's Landing Christian Academy (ELCA) will assist you in making an informed decision. Henry County is celebrated for its welcoming neighborhoods, beautiful parks, and a strong sense of community. Located just 20 miles south of downtown Atlanta, this vibrant area offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. With a rapidly growing population, Henry County has become a hub for families seeking a high quality of life and excellent educational opportunities. The county is conveniently accessed by major highways, including I-75 and Highway 42, making commutes to Atlanta and surrounding areas easy and efficient. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the world, is only a 30-minute drive from Henry County, providing easy travel options for both business and leisure. Henry County boasts a wide array of shopping, dining, and recreational activities. From the local boutiques and eateries in McDonough Square to the outdoor adventures in nearby parks like Panola Mountain State Park, there is something for everyone. Want to learn more about ELCA? Contact our Director of Admissions, Bethany Farrar at (678) 818-1072.
- Health Services | Nurse | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough
Eagle's Landing Christian Academy, as a private school, is blessed to have a full-time registered nurse on-site during the school day. Nurse Linda Payne is ready to help you and your family! SAFETY & SECURITY HEALTH SERVICES GENERAL INFORMATION WHEN SHOULD MY CHILD STAY HOME? EMAIL THE NURSE At Eagle's Landing Christian Academy we are blessed to have a full-time registered nurse on-site during the school day. Nurse Katie Cool is ready to help you and your family! Children need to be healthy to learn and learn to be healthy. KATIE COOL Direct Office: 678.818.1061 Fax: 770.957.2290 Clinic Hours: 7:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. or by appointment ELCA Health Policy This policy provides guidance to improve learning by minimizing contagious illness at school. We recognize that each situation is likely to be different and that this policy must be flexible while still providing an overall strategic direction. Common types of contagious diseases include: COVID-19, Flu (influenza), common cold, stomach viruses, and strep throat. Contagious diseases can spread by: Physical contact with an infected person, such as through touch or respiratory droplets. Contact with objects and other surfaces that an infected person has touched. When to keep your child home: We continue to encourage families and employees to self-monitor for signs and symptoms of illness before arriving on campus. Students should feel well enough to participate in all activities while in school. If a student displays any of the following symptoms, we require that they stay home for the appropriate isolation period and at least 24 hours from last symptom and last dose of any fever-reducing medicine: Fever (100.0°F or above) or chills Persistent cough Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing New loss of taste or smell Nausea or vomiting Diarrhea Positive test result for COVID-19, Flu, or Strep throat Prevention: Hand Hygiene: Keeping hands clean is one of the best ways to keep from getting sick and spreading illnesses. Practicing good hand hygiene gets rid of bacteria and viruses from contact with other people or surfaces. The school promotes proper hand hygiene throughout the school day. The school ensures that an adequate supply of hand sanitizer, hand soap, and paper towels is available in all classrooms. Face Masks: Face masks are optional except as required for persons who have been in close contact with a COVID-19 case outside of school. Vaccines: The CDC encourages everyone to get vaccinated against communicable diseases as advised by their healthcare provider. Cleaning: Our maintenance staff will continue to disinfect frequently touched surfaces with EPA approved products. Hand sanitizer is available in all classrooms and throughout the building. Electrostatic sprayers are used to disinfect on a routine basis and for specific areas as needed. Lunch Services: K-12 students eat lunch in the cafeteria. PreK students eat lunch in their respective classrooms. Hand sanitizer is available, and tables are cleaned and disinfected after each use. For questions, or to report any communicable illness, please contact our nurse, Katie Cool, at katie.cool@eagleslanding.org or by phone directly at 678-818-1061. HELPFUL INFORMATION If your child needs to take medication while at school: 1. Complete the authorization form and fax or bring completed copy to the Clinic. 2. Please keep prescription medications and/or over-the-counter medications in the original container. Your pharmacy can usually place a prescription in 2 labeled containers, 1 for school and 1 for home use. 3. For children with severe allergies, please have your doctor complete an allergy action plan and send a copy to the Clinic. Automated external defibrillators (AED): There are 3 AEDs located on the ELCA campus. One is located on the wall near the nurse's station, another is on the wall in the hallway between the worship center and the choral suite and there is one in the Athletic Trainer's office. The school nurse is responsible for checking the batteries in these units monthly. Our goal is to help keep students and staff healthy and to take measures needed to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus as it makes its way onto campus. Our plan is designed to help us be proactive in our response to COVID-19 and to help us return to campus safely. It is meant to be practical, flexible, and includes reliable guidelines and recommendations. Home Screenings: It is important that everyone in our school work together with open communication and flexibility so that we can provide the best level of safety and health for all of our students and staff. Checking your students for symptoms before bringing them to school is one of the best ways to help keep our campus healthy. When your student wakes up not feeling well, it is best to be safe and keep them at home. Medications: Students should not carry medications with them while at school. Students that are in middle or high school may carry life-saving medications with them (Epi-pens, inhalers) only if parents sign the Authorization to Carry EpiPen or the Authorization to Carry inhaler and turn it in to the clinic. All other prescription medication will be kept in the clinic and require an Authorization Form to be administered as needed. EMERGENCY DRILLS AND INCLEMENT WEATHER PROCEDURES Periodic fire, tornado and lockdown drills are required by state law. An evacuation route and procedures are posted in each classroom. WHEN SHOULD MY CHILD STAY HOME? 10 ELCA GUIDELINES FOR KEEPING YOUR CHILD HOME FROM SCHOOL Adapted from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. A guide to making an early morning decision. 1. FEVER: Children with a fever over 100.0 degrees F should stay at home until there is no fever for 24 hours. If you treat a fever with medicine before school, the fever can return and your child may still be contagious. Call your doctor if your child has a fever with pain, rash, weakness, vomiting, or diarrhea. 2. DIARRHEA & VOMITING: One event of watery diarrhea or more than one event of vomiting are reasons to keep your child home. If vomiting or diarrhea continues or your child also has a fever, rash, or weakness, call your doctor. 3. PERSISTENT COUGHING: If your child's cough is worse than you would expect with a cold, keep them at home. If they have a hard time breathing or have a fever, call your doctor. 4. SORE THROAT: If your child has a sore throat and fever, or a severe sore throat without fever, they should stay home from school. Call your doctor if there is a quick onset of fever and sore throat without cold symptoms. 5. PINK EYE / CONJUNCTIVITIS: If your child's eye is red with cloudy or yellow drainage, they should stay home until symptoms are gone. Call your doctor for treatment. 6. PERSISTENT EAR PAIN: Your child should stay at home if they have a lot of ear pain. Call your doctor for treatment. 7. IMPETIGO: If your child has impetigo (red, oozing blister areas with yellow-gold scabs on the body or face) they should stay home as long as your doctor says. 8. STOMACH ACHE: If your child complains of a stomach ache, especially if they say it hurts to move and they do not want to eat, they should stay home. Call your doctor. 9. LICE: If your child has lice, they need to be treated and nits (eggs) removed. They need to stay at home until the school has cleared them to return. 10. CHICKENPOX: Your child should stay at home until all the bumps are scabbed and no new bumps have shown up in two days. Call your doctor for treatment of symptoms. 11. COVID EXPOSURE: Your child should stay at home if there has been a direct exposure to someone with COVID-19 or the student has tested positive.
- A Tribute to Mr. Edd Tucker | ELCAChargers
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. •••
- Student Support Services | MERIT Programs | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough, GA
The MERIT Program (Multi-faceted Educational Resources and Instructional Technology) provides assistance to our students who learn differently. ELCA's MERIT Program assists identified students in becoming active and competent learners in the classroom. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES THE MERIT PROGRAM GENERAL INFORMATION MERIT ACCOMMODATIONS MERIT CLASSES MERIT: STARS MERIT: FACS MERIT: GROW MERIT: ARROWSMITH MERIT: SPEECH & TUTORING The MERIT Program (Multi-faceted Educational Resources and Instructional Technology) provides assistance to our students who learn differently. The MERIT Program will assist identified students in becoming active and competent learners in the classroom. Please note that these are not tutorial services. Students may or may not need to receive additional tutorial assistance outside of the MERIT Program to help them with the classroom curricula. Students will not receive specialized instruction and are expected to function within the demands of ELCA’s curriculum on their grade level. Students receiving services will be billed the appropriate fees. If there is not a copy of a current evaluation in the student’s file, please provide us with this information. Services will not be provided until all records and evaluations are reviewed and Student Support Services determines the student’s eligibility for the program. We look forward to ministering to your child and assisting them in experiencing success in the classroom. Please be assured that assisting and equipping our students for success in the classroom and in the world for Christ continues to be our primary desire. Thank you for entrusting your child to us and for your continued commitment to their academic and spiritual growth. ELCA STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES STAFF: Dr. Anna King , Director of Student Support Services Dr. Wanda Cowan, Learning Differences Coordinator/Consultant Miranda Mirocha , Executive Administrative Assistant Blakeley Bradley , GROW, STARS Dee Kirby , FACS Maggie Wynn , STARS Lisa Schuerman , Arrowsmith All ELCA teachers have, at a minimum, a bachelor's degree or higher. Tuition processes for students enrolled in Student Support Services remains the same as for regular tuition (see https://www.elcaonline.org/facts .) "Eagle's Landing Christian Academy has raised the standards by which all other Christian schools should be measured with regard to students with learning challenges such as dyslexia." -Robert Langston Author, Motivational Speaker and Consultant CEO, The Dyslexia Educational Network, Inc. MERIT ACCOMMODATIONS MERIT CLASSES MERIT STARS In grades 3 through 5, MERIT features an opportunity for students to receive assistance in the area of reading. FACS (Fluency and Comprehension Skills) is a small reading class setting offered to students who are struggling with reading processes within the classroom. All work is on grade level and aligned with ELCA standards. The goal of the program is to assist students in becoming proficient readers who have a comprehensive understanding of what they read in all subject areas. Low student/teacher ratios help with individualizing instruction for each student based on their needs with an average 7:1 ratio in FACS. FACS / Student Support Educator: Dee Kirby MERIT provides classes within the department for middle and high school students in the areas of math, science, history, language arts, and foreign language. Enrollment is limited by space and requires a diagnosis or a teacher recommendation. All of the work is taught on grade level with academically rigorous curricula aligned with the scope and sequences of ELCA’s traditional classes. These courses are crafted with embedded accommodations designed to ultimately help the student be successful after MERIT. With a low student to teacher to ratio (10:1 average), teachers provide focused attention and alternate methods of teaching that are more conducive to non-traditional learners. One successful tenet of MERIT classes is the incorporation of application based projects to connect subject matter to real world experience. Director of Student Support Services: Dr. Anna King 10 MYTHS ABOUT MERIT SUCCESS IN MERIT CLASSES Qualifications for receiving Student Support Services within the MERIT Program: A student must be identified through a multi-faceted evaluation as having a learning difference in the area(s) of reading, written expression, math computation, problem solving, receptive or expressive language. Other areas of learning difference may include, but not limited to, organizational skills, attention problems, hyperactivity, spatial organization, sensory integration, speech and language, processing, social, and fine or gross motor skills. The student must continue to function within the curriculum requirements for his/her grade level. There is no specialized instruction. MERIT personnel will assist the identified student in becoming an active and competent learner in the classroom in the following ways: MERIT personnel will work in conjunction with the student’s classroom teachers to develop a learning profile on each student. MERIT personnel will develop an intervention plan that compliments the student’s learning profile and outlines the specific interventions that will be made for the student. MERIT personnel will communicate regularly with classroom teachers to discuss the student’s progress and continuous needs. MERIT personnel will submit regular progress updates to parents. MERIT personnel will schedule parent meetings at the beginning of each semester. A mid-semester meeting may be held if deemed necessary by parents, teachers, or M.E.R.I.T. personnel. MERIT personnel will coordinate and assist with multi-faceted evaluations provided privately or through local school districts. MERIT personnel will attend I.E.P. meetings at public schools. MERIT personnel will collaborate with the school nurse regarding medication issues or concerns as necessary. The MERIT Program will offer indirect support, direct support, or complete support to each student. Parents will select the option that best meets their child’s needs. Executive Administrative Assistant: Miranda Mirocha MERIT FACS The STARS program (Strategies Targeted at Reading Success) supplies enrichment for kindergarten through second grade readers using the Orton-Gillingham approach as its foundation. This highly structured program introduces the idea of breaking reading and spelling down into smaller skills involving letters and sounds, and then building on these skills over time. Students are involved in multi-sensory activities throughout this class to help strengthen phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary development, fluency and comprehension. Students use sight, hearing, touch and movement to connect language with letters and words. Low student/teacher ratios help with individualizing instruction for each student based on their needs with an average 5:1 ratio for the STARS program. STARS / Student Support Educator: Maggie Wynn Blakely Bradley MERIT GROW In grades 3 through 5, MERIT features an opportunity for students to receive assistance in the area of math. GROW (Grasping Reasoning Operations and Whole Numbers) assists students on improving number sense, algebraic thinking, data and measurement, and fractions. All work is on grade level and aligned with ELCA standards. Students have embedded review and added time for practice, in conjunction with the ELCA curriculum and another tech platform. In addition, students are given multi-layered help: visual, kinesthetic, auditory, and other hands on experiences. Low student/teacher ratios help with individualizing instruction for each student based on their needs with an average 7:1 ratio in GROW. GROW / Student Support Educators: Blakeley Bradley Angie Stitt MERIT ARROWSMITH The Arrowsmith Program is offered world-wide and ELCA is the only school offering the Arrowsmith Program in the state. Georgia is one of only 25 states where it is hosted. The Arrowsmith Program is based on the philosophy that it is possible to address specific learning difficulties by identifying and strengthening cognitive capacities. Third grade through middle school students may begin this program. Arrowsmith targets the root causes of learning differences through individualized student programming. Upon completion of Arrowsmith, the student will need little to no accommodations in the classroom. Arrowsmith is based upon innovative neuroscience research supporting that it is possible to improve cognitive function. Arrowsmith is a community, and our aim is that our students will: strengthen their cognitive capacities underlying their learning difficulties advance in the desire to become life-long, self-motivated learners develop and maintain confidence and a sense of their self-worth The cognitive program addresses learning differences including: Reading Writing Mathematics Comprehension Logical Reasoning Executive Function Visual Memory Auditory Memory Dyslexia Non-Verbal Learning Auditory Processing Attention One parent describes this program as life-changing. “My son graduated from the Arrowsmith program two years ago. When he entered the program in the 6th grade, he had a lack of confidence and faced many academic challenges. Arrowsmith has been an answer to prayer for our son. He is now a very confident 11th grader and is maintaining an A average. The Arrowsmith Program has opened up doors of opportunity for our son and given him a beautiful gift...unlimited possibilities for his future. We will forever be grateful for the Arrowsmith Program.” Arrowsmith / Student Support Educator : Lisa Schuerman ARROWSMITH WEBSITE MERIT SPEECH & TUTORING SPEECH and TUTORING We are fortunate to have a private speech therapist on staff who offers on-site speech evaluations and in-person speech therapy. Jordyn Montique is part of our Student Support Services team and provides free speech screenings to assess a range of communication skills including articulation, language, and fluency to determine if a full evaluation is needed. Please reach out to either Jordyn Montique at hello@raynetherapy.com or Dr. Anna King at anna.king@eagleslanding.org for more information.
- Athletics Department | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough
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. EAGLE'S LANDING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT ELCA has had 41 State Final Four appearances, 24 State Runner-Up appearances, 18 State Championships & 30 Individual State Champions. In 2015, our Varsity softball team became the 1st team in GHSA history to win 7 State Championships. In 2019, our Varsity football team, became the 1st team in GHSA history to win 5 State Championships in a row. The Chargers have won 6 State Championships total. BASEBALL: 2005 (Final 4), 2007 (State Runner-Up), 2006, 2013 (State Champs) BASKETBALL: 2016 (Girls Final 4), 2018 (Boys Final 4), 2019 (State Runner-Up) FOOTBALL: 2011, 2013, 2021 (Final 4), 2014 (State Runner-Up), 2012, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 (State Champs) GOLF: 2006, 2015 (Boys Final 4) SOFTBALL: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2013, 2014, 2015 (State Champs), 2017 (Final 4), 2021 (Final 4) TRACK & FIELD: 2017 (Girls Final 4), 2009, 2016, 2018 (Boys Final 4), 2015, 2016 (Girls State Runner-Up), 2010 (Boys State Runner-Up), 2014 (Girls State Champs), 2017 (Boys State Champs) VOLLEYBALL: 2011 (State Champs), 2013, 2014 (Final 4), 2021 (Final 4) NOTABLE ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS BOOSTER CLUB ATHLETIC HANDBOOK ATHLETIC INFORMATION 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. Our goal is to pursue with excellence an athletic program that seeks to glorify God and to use athletics as a tool to teach, coach, and model Jesus Christ. Scott Queen Athletic Director 678.818.1045 ELCA utilizes GoFan for all athletic ticket sales. Go to GoFan to purchase your tickets. No money will be taken at the gate as we will not be selling paper tickets at any of our athletic events. ATHLETIC HANDBOOK MISSION STATEMENT The Eagle's Landing Christian Academy Athletic Booster Club exists to glorify God by promoting Christian sportsmanship and providing a cooperative bond between members, coaches, athletes, and school administration with active and working participation that will improve, enhance, and elevate the athletic program of ELCA. boosterclub@eagleslanding.org BOOSTER CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2025-26 Jodi Carrigan President (404) 427-4998 jcarrigan@zooatlanta.org Ted Reagan Vice-President Jennifer Doerr Treasurer Leah Peck Secretary Kisha Thomas Spirit wear Jessica Tinsley Membership VACANT Corporate Membership/Advertising Stacy Doerr Member Eddy Wright Retired President/Consultant ___________________________________ Jessica Lester Concessions Manager JOIN THE ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS Dear ELCA Parents, I wanted to share with you and your family to let you know that now is the time to join the ELCA Booster Club. Joining the Booster Club is a great way to support the student-athletes and the teams that represent ELCA Athletics. ELCA has a rich and proud tradition of excellence on and off the playing fields. The ELCA Booster Club’s financial contributions have made great impacts on all the ELCA sports teams and the many athletes that have participated in our programs throughout the years. By joining the ELCA Athletic Boosters you will be helping fund opportunities for our ever-developing sports programs. Our recent projects include the resurface of the track and the funding for the new hitting facility! There are many different levels of sponsorship available so that you can help support ELCA Athletics. Each one is designed to meet the needs you may have as either a Corporate Sponsorship or an Individual/Family Sponsorship. All membership levels include two (2) free entries into all the sporting events held on the campus here at ELCA. Joining the ELCA Booster Club is the only way that you can get in free to all the athletic events on campus. The only exclusion would be all GHSA playoff games in the respective sports. You will also get a minimum of two Homecoming Dinner tickets. Maybe you would want to know where you will sit at the football games, we have a level for that starting with our Bronze level. Maybe you would like to advertise your business; we have a few levels (Silver, Gold, and Platinum) which can help you with that. Seating in the Blue Booster section at the stadium is premium seating. We need to show our support for ELCA Football by filling it up each game. We will offer with the bronze level and above the ability to purchase extra seats for $75.00 a seat for the whole season. So, if you need more than the two seats that come with the membership you can now purchase more with this option. This is reduced from past years. Priority will be given first to renewals from last year and then new requests based on the date we receive the form. We would appreciate your support and you can see the attached form to join. Just send it in with your child and we can bill your account for your membership. This year we have added to the bottom of our membership form a pay in three payments line. Just check that line if you would like for us to bill you in three payments. We understand at the start of the new school year that expenses add up and we hope that the new payment in three can be of assistance to your family. Sincerely, Eddy Wright President - ELCA Booster Club JOIN THE BOOSTER CLUB CHARGER COLLEGE SIGNINGS CLASS OF 2024 Joshua Banks – Stetson University (Football) Favour Edwin - Auburn University (Football) Charly Guentio - Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (Basketball) Caelyn Hatcher – Truett McConnell (Lacrosse) Brandon Hood – (Football) Kennedy Lilly – Brandeis University (Volleyball) Joe Raines - Reinhardt University (Basketball) Wilson Reagan – Berry College (Football) CLASS OF 2023 Allen Calderon – Indiana Tech (Wrestling) Brhea Covington - Piedmont University (Cross Country) DJ Chester – LSU (Football) Malachi Futch – Shorter University (Football) Charlie Gilliam – Wake Forest (Football) Jacque Holley – Stetson University (Football) Colton Hood – Auburn (Football) RJ Johnson –Arkansas (Football) Nicholas Lemons - Morehouse College (Football) Chase Missouri - University of Missouri (Football) Faith Rush - Tennessee Tech (Softball) Bo Shuler - College of Costal Georgia (Golf) Zach Owens – Clemson (Football) CLASS OF 2022 Tyler Abrams – LaGrange College (Lacrosse) Christina Barrow – Duke University (Volleyball) Bria Bellamy – Emmanuel University (Basketball) Michael Clark – Berry College (Football) Carter Kelley – Shorter University (Lacrosse) Cheridyn Leverette – UCLA (Volleyball) Asia Queen - Emmanuel University (Volleyball) Jason Reynolds – Northwestern University (Football) Cam Sigur – Florida A&M University (Football) Peter Simmons – Georgia State University (Football) Liam Thomas – Emmanuel University (Lacrosse) Madeline Thomas – Emmanuel University (Soccer) Joe Traylor – United States Military Academy (Football) Christian White – Florida State University (Football) CLASS OF 2021 Kaleb Anthony – University of Connecticut (Football) Megan Darden - Truett McConnell University (Soccer) Jalisa Dunlap - Jacksonville University (Basketball) Bryson Estes - Florida State University (Football) Savannah Fallaw - Georgia Southern University (Soccer) Phillip Massengale - Shorter University (Football) Martyna Radzicka - Anderson University (Basketball) Josh Rogers - Berry College (Football) Keslynn Oxendine - Texas A&M University (Basketball) Charis Spence - Dartmouth College (Football) Isabelle Sullivan - Truett McConnell University (Softball) Victoria Zember – Auburn University (Equestrian) CLASS OF 2020 Marquis Black – University of Nebraska (Football) Jeremy Butler – Georgia State University (Football) Devon Dorsey – Miami University (Football) Deion Fisher – Georgia Tech (Football) Hunter Hardeman - Shorter University (Lacrosse) Leah Henry - Brewton-Parker College (Softball) Weronika Hipp – Clemson University (Basketball) Keaton Mitchell – East Carolina University (Football) Shedrick Rhodes, Jr – Ohio University (Football) Justin Robinson – University of Georgia (Football) Jordan Smalls – Rider University (Basketball) Morgan Thomas – Kansas University (Soccer) David Wingfield – Reinhardt University (Football) Wright, Gabe – University of Pennsylvania (Football) CLASS OF 2019 India Bellamy – Rice University (Basketball) Emma Carter- Georgia Southwestern State University (Soccer) Lyndsey Darden- Truett-McConnell University (Soccer) Chloe Evans- ABAC (Soccer) Kelvin (KJ) Jones II – Emmanuel College (Basketball) Katie McDonald- Georgia Military College (Softball) Justin Menard - University of Central Florida (Football) Jelan Pearson - Carson-Newman University (Football) Trevon Reddish – College of Charleston (Basketball) Tre Riddick – Reinhardt University (Football) Josh Smith - Georgia Highlands (Baseball) Cassidi Thomas- West Georgia University (Soccer) Felix Uadiale - Maryville College (Basketball) Johnathan Youngblood - Air Force Academy (Football) Evan Zember - Air Force Academy (Football) CLASS OF 2018 Tyrese Black – University of Central Florida (Football) Omar Daniels –Tennessee Wesleyan University (Track & Field) Tre’ Douglas - Vanderbilt University (Football) Gavin George - Mercer University (Football) Josh Holt - University of Missouri (Baseball) Khaleb Hood - Georgia Southern University (Football) Brittany Major - Mercer University (Volleyball) Josh Mays – Troy University (Football) Ethan McClure - Carson-Newman University (Football) Palmer Pinholster - Georgia Tech (Softball) Sean Queen - Liberty University (Football) Harrison Taylor - Appalachian State University (Football) Kennedy Thomas – Oglethorpe University (Volleyball) Kayland Thomason - Brenau University (Track & Field) Thaddeus Underwood - Charleston Southern (Football) Caris Wright - Auburn University at Montgomery (Softball) CLASS OF 2017 Eriana Ansley - Mars Hill University (Volleyball) Olivia Beasley - Truett-McConnell College (Volleyball) Cat Buckley – Delta State University (Soccer) T’aja Cameron – Mississippi State University (Track & Field) Zach Daniels – University of Tennessee (Baseball) Trevor Gear – Bethune–Cookman University (Football) Mason Green – Tennessee State University (Basketball) Coleson Hornsby – Toccoa Falls College (Soccer) Kenneth McCollough-Lomax - Malone University (Basketball) Spencer O'Neal – Mars Hill University (Football) Alex Usry – Charleston Southern (Football) Jeffrey Uzzell - University of Tennessee (Track & Field) Kaitlyn Yancey – Newberry College (Lacrosse) CLASS OF 2016 Montero Boyd – West Virginia State University (Football) Kirsten Burks – Point University (Competition Cheerleading) Macey Dunaway – Truett McConnell College (Softball) Matthew Dunaway – Truett McConnell College (Baseball) Brooke Echols – Troy University (Softball) Donald Hammond, III – Air Force (Football) Dalton Hardeman - Truett McConnell College (Wrestling) Cole Ganopulos – University of South Carolina (Baseball Jordan Long – Valdosta State (Golf) Lynnlee Mather – Wingate University (Volleyball) Chanel Newcomer – Auburn University at Montgomery (Softball) Parker Pinholster – Auburn University at Montgomery (Softball) Malia Randolph – Hofstra University (Volleyball) Chandler Reeves – Clemson (Football) Sara Sullivan – Truett McConnell College (Softball) Alexei Young – Agnes Scott College (Softball) CLASS OF 2015 Dazmon Cameron - Oakland A's Antwaun Campbell - Avila University (Football) Nick Dawson - University of Southern Mississippi (Football) Casey Durham – Tallahassee Community College (Softball) Allie Perry –Shorter University (Lacrosse) Ryan Meneely – Auburn University (Football) Bre Laney – University of Georgia (Volleyball) Joanna Ferreira – Agnes Scott College (Volleyball) Jaylen Smith – Kennesaw State University (Baseball) Hunter Sowell – Young Harris College (Baseball) Christian Yancey – Mississippi State University (Track) Matthew Krueger - Limestone College (Baseball) Tori Shook – Valdosta State – (Cheer) CLASS OF 2014 Beau Beasley – Point University (Football) Dalton Etheridge – Jacksonville State University (Football) Andrew Gomez- Georgia Regents University (Baseball) Andrew Williams – Auburn University/Jacksonville Jaguars (Football) Josh Shockley – Auburn University (Football) Conner Smith - Emmanuel College (Baseball) CLASS OF 2013 Natalie Brown - Point University (Soccer) Patrick Busscher - North Greenville University (Baseball) DJ Curl – Charleston Southern University (Football) Keyante Green – Purdue University (Football) Marquis Griffin – Air Force Academy (Football) Jacob Heyward – University of Miami/AA Richmond Flying Squirrels, San Francisco Giants Org. (Baseball) Cameron Ragsdale - Gulf Coast State College (Baseball) Isaac Rochell – University of Notre Dame/Los Angeles Chargers (Football) Tyler Petty - University of West Georgia (Football) Josh Smith – South Georgia State College (Baseball) CLASS OF 2012 Mara Green – Florida State University/Hämeenlinna Lentopallo Kerho, Finland (Volleyball) Sebastian Hicks – Mercer University (Football) Jasmine Jakes – Oglethorpe University (Soccer) Kevin Martin – University of Tampa (Baseball) Justin Thomason – University of North Carolina (Football) Rachel Tolleson - Emanuel College (Volleyball) Joe Walker – United States Military Academy, West Point (Football) CLASS OF 2011 Taylor Echols – University of Georgia (Basketball) Tanner Rogers – Charleston Southern University (Football) Christian Reeves – The College of William & Mary (Football) Lauren Teknipp – University of Georgia (Volleyball) Matt Rochell – Air Force Academy (Football) Connor Wetherington – Valdosta State University (Football) Avery Sebastian – University of California, Berkley (Football) Symone Ball – Piedmont College (Basketball) CLASS OF 2010 Julia Echols – Mississippi State University (Softball) Luke Baker – University of Georgia (Cross County/Track) Carli Shultis – University of Georgia (Soccer) Will Evans – Georgia Southern University (Golf) Patrick Long – Jacksonville University (Baseball) Kacie Patterson - Perimeter College (Softball) CLASS OF 2009 Hope Rush - Georgia Tech (Softball) Kayla Cooper - Shorter University (Softball) Taylor Bates - Brenau University (Soccer) Mike Tankersley – Georgia Southwestern State University (Basketball) Michael Smith - Randolph–Macon College (Football) CLASS OF 2008 Daniel Black – University of Georgia (Track & Field) Jake Davies – Georgia Tech (Baseball) Travis Rogers – Gardner Webb University (Track & Field) CLASS OF 2007 Phillip Brown –– Georgia Southwestern State University/Eyres-Moncube Fargue Coudures, France (Basketball) Cameron Panther – Shorter University (Football) Russ Cooper – Perimeter College (Baseball) Jessica Loper – University of South Carolina, Aiken (Volleyball) Chelsea Stephens – Western Kentucky University (Swimming) Harry Nutter – Reinhardt College (Baseball) Brian Satterfield – Columbus State University (Baseball) Gabe Shivers – Young Harris (Baseball) CLASS OF 2006 Christian White – Truett-McConnell College (Baseball) CLASS OF 2005 Alex Huber – Purdue University (Football) Cole Springer – Dartmouth College (Football) CLASS OF 1995 Walker Cook – Lees-McCrae College (Basketball/Golf) CLASS OF 1994 Brian Deberry – Berry College (Basketball) CLASS OF 1988 Earl Parker – University of Georgia (Football) Scott Queen Athletic Director Head Track & Field Coach Cell: 770.560.4183 Luke Raines Assistant Athletic Director Director of MS & Youth Sports Juan Pagan Athletic Manager Head MS Football & MS Track Coach Heidi McClure Assistant Athletic Director Calendar Coordinator Office: 678.818.1035 Cory Carter Head Wrestling Coach Ken Loach Head Lacrosse Coach Paige Loyd Head Girls' Soccer Coach Andretti Loyd Head Boys' Basketball Coach Matt McKinney Head Cross Country Coach Dea Moore Head Volleyball Coach Will Owen Head Golf Coach Cynthia Petty Head Cheer Coach Cody Poole Boys Soccer Coach Justin Roberts Head Football Coach Bo Rush Head Baseball & Softball Coach Dock Gammage Head Girls' Basketball Coach Stephanie Vasquez , MEd, ATC, LAT Athletic Trainer Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Sports Medicine ATHLETIC STAFF
- FAQs | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough
At Eagle's Landing Christian Academy, we use a number of tools to communicate with our families. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about different facets of our school and Christian education. How can I stay informed about what's going on at the school? Our website is a valuable source of a variety of information. The ELCA News page has information about current events updated weekly. A weekly announcement, called the Charger Connection, is sent to families every Monday. A Calendar of events is located on our website that allows you to search events. School-specific emails are sent to families to provide important details for events pertaining to certain grades. If you are not receiving these emails, there could be a problem with your email preferences in FACTS SIS. To have this checked or to update your email, phone and/or address, please email Rebecca Wood . Does the school have any specific events that purposes to connect families with the administration? Communicating with our families is a top priority. We start the year off with a Back to School Bash, which is a time to fellowship with our families, meet your child's teacher, and get class schedules. New families are invited to attend a fun event at the beginning of the school year, too, where we welcome them to our Charger family with food & fun. Where do I drop off and pick up my child? To minimize traffic congestion in the mornings and afternoons, we have designated drop off and pick up areas for the different schools available here . To learn more about your child's school car pool plan, please view our car pool page. If you have multiple children in different schools, please contact the specific school's secretary to work out the best plan for your family. What are the uniform requirements for each grade? Uniform requirements vary between the different schools. Uniform information and guidelines are listed on the uniforms and supplies webpage . As a convenience to our families, all uniform needs may be purchased at the ELCA Charger Store . My child lost his hoodie - where might I find it? Misplaced items are bound to happen in all environments. To aid in recovering lost items, we encourage families to label all items of clothing and supplies. When found, the items can promptly be returned to students. Non-labeled items are taken to school secretaries where they are kept for a short period of time. Please contact your school secretary if your child has misplaced a belonging. Can I view my child's grades online? FACTS SIS , provided as a quick link on the footer of the website home page, allows parents to see their child's average as well as specific grades on assignments. Additionally, parents may view their child's class schedule, attendance, conduct history and much more. What if I'm having difficulty logging into FACTS SIS? If you're experiencing trouble logging in to FACTS SIS, email nethelp@eagleslanding.org detailing your problem and you will receive an email response with the solution. What if I have questions regarding my statement? Questions regarding your statement or financial account should be directed to the Business Office . What social media accounts does the school have? We love featuring all of the great things happening here at ELCA! We have many social media accounts for you to follow. https://www.facebook.com/ELCA1970 https://www.instagram.com/elca_chargers https://www.facebook.com/ELCAChargers https://x.com/elcachargers How can I get in touch with a specific teacher, staff or administrator? Visit the Faculty & Staff page to view administrators, faculty, and staff. If you need to contact a teacher, email them for a quick response. Email addresses may be found on FACTS SIS. Inquiries that need immediate attention may be addressed by calling your school's secretary. May I eat lunch with my child? Parents are welcomed to join their child for lunch. Although we ask that no outside food be brought into the Eagle Cafe, parents may purchase lunch on campus and enjoy the SAGE dining experience. If you are planning on dining with us, please call the receptionist at 770-957-2927 to allow us to prepare accordingly. How can I get up-to-date information on athletic events that have been re-scheduled? To get the latest game times and directions to athletic events, visit the individual team pages under our Athletics tab . What opportunities are there for me to get involved at the school? Our parents are a big part of what makes ELCA different than other schools. Involved parents not only provide invaluable assistance in enriching our programs, but it also supports their child's sense of self-worth by showing they care about their child's experience. Parents at all grade levels are encouraged to join our auxiliary organizations - PTF, Fine Arts Patrons, and Athletic Booster Club. HAVE A DIFFERENT QUESTION? CONTACT US How will I be informed of weather-related school closings? In the event of inclement weather, parents will be emailed information regarding the closing. Further notice will be posted on our school Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ELCA1970) and Instagram account (elca_chargers). Parents may also turn to WSB, 11 Alive, or Fox 5 for reports of school closings. FAQS
- ELCA School Calendar | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough, GA
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- Summer Assignments | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough, GA
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
- Charger Blog | Eagle's Landing Christian Academy | McDonough, GA
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