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Department
(1st-5th Grades)

Principal: Cathy Dotson

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Secretary: Julie Chappell
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Elementary Phone #
910-791-4248 Ext. 122


Documents

Reminders

  • If you need to check your child out early, please send a note in with your child that morning.
  • To contact a teacher please call 791-4248 and dial their extension to leave a message, or send a note with your child to have the teacher call you.
  • Parents have 24 hour daily web-based access to students' grades and assignments through InfoDirect.
  • The 2nd Tuesday of every month is CiCi's Pizza Night.  Come and eat with the WCA family.  Remember to mention you are from WCA

Important Dates

  • March 31 - Spring Pictures
  • April 2 - No School/Easter Holiday (Daycare available - registration required)
  • April 5-9 - No School/Spring Break (Daycare available - reservation required)
  • April 12 - Report Cards
  • April 19 - 23 - Stamford Achievement Testing, Grades K5 - 12
  • April 29 & 30 - Elementary District Fine Arts Competition

2009-2010
Elementary Faculty & Staff

Elementary Principal:
    Mrs. Dotson

Elementary Secretary:
    Mrs. Chappell

1st Grade:
    Mrs. Lang, Mrs. Lindsey

2nd Grade: 
    Mrs. Thorpe, Miss Coldwell

3rd Grade: 
    Mrs. Hayden, Mrs. Ramsey,
    Mrs. Rulapaugh 

4th Grade:
    Mr. Chappell, Miss Hostetter,
    Miss Young

5th Grade:
    Mr. Neal, Mrs. Montgomery

Art: 
    Miss Vasso

Library:
    Miss Pope

Music:
    Mr. Lang

Band:
    Mrs. Pope

Physical Education: 
    Mrs. Upton, Mr. Flaming

Spanish:
    Miss Robertson

Computer:
    Mr. Ayers, Mr. Riffel

Teacher's Aides:
    Mrs. Benton, Mrs. Davis,
    Mrs. Jordan, Mrs. Luce,
    Mrs. Norman, Mrs. Croom

 

  

Just a Note
Several parents have requested gift ideas for their child's teacher.  The Elementary Office has a list on file of each teacher's "Favorite Things".  Please feel free to come by the Elementary Office to request a copy of this list.

Letter of Welcome

Dear Parents,

         Rearing children in today’s society is certainly an awesome challenge. It has become increasingly difficult to transfer traditional values of God, country, and family to our children as society continues to send messages and images that contradict those hallowed principles.

         By choosing Wilmington Christian Academy for your family’s educational needs, you have demonstrated a commitment to “training up your child in the way he (or she) should go.” You have indicated a willingness to sacrifice for the good of your family. You are setting a priority that shows your desire to rear a young future leader who cares about home, church, and education.

         We take seriously the trust that you have placed in us. We commit to you to do our best in educating your child in a superior way: not just academically, but spiritually, emotionally, morally, and intellectually. Please pray with us as we assume this significant responsibility.

         We also recognize that you, as parents, are the ultimate authority, as designed by God, in your homes. We will be praying for you as we recognize the role parents play in a well-rounded education for your children.

         Finally, no education is complete without spiritual instruction. It is our hope that you are active in a strong, Bible-preaching church that supports the family. Without this important facet, any family’s effort at a complete education will fall short. If you do not have a church home, I hope you will consider visiting the sponsoring church of Wilmington Christian Academy. Grace Baptist Church remains committed to the values and principles found in God’s Word and their effect on our home, school, and lives.

         May God bless you and your family in the year to come.

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Sincerely,
 

Cathy Dotson
Elementary Principal

 

INSTRUCTION

The accelerated elementary curriculum emphasizes the basic skills of reading and math augumented with studies in English, spelling, science, history, handwriting and health.  The curriculum is enhanced through critical thinking activities and hands-on projects. Phonics-based reading instruction is given from kindergarten through second grade while hands-on learning projects and practice drills enhance math instruction.  Students receive weekly instruction in foreign language, physical education, art, music, library skills, Spanish, and computer application.
 

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ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT

  • Local & Out of Town Field Trips
  • Local & State Science Fairs
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  • American Legion Essay Contest
  • Duke Tips Honor Society

SPORTS

FINE ARTS

  • Weekly Music Classes
  • Private Piano Lessons
  • Private Instrumental Lessons
  • Private Voice Lessons
  • Speech & Poetry Contests
  • Elementary Choir
  • Elementary Band
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  • Art Fair
  • Art Contest
  • Local & State Art Competitions
  • Fine Arts Concerts

CLUBS

  • Art Club
  • Cub Scouts
  • Science & Engineering Club

SPECIAL DAYS & EVENTS

  • Parent Day
  • Grandparents' Day
  • Homecoming Festivities & Parade
  • Field Day
  • Scholastic Book Fair
  • Awards Ceremonies
  • Casual Dress Days (Behavior Incentive)
  • Theme Dress-Up Days

FAMILY FELLOWSHIP

  • Parent Teacher Fellowship
  • Fall Carnival
  • Jelly Beans Skate Night
  • Ice House Skate Night
  • Jungle Rapids Night
  • CiCi's Pizza Night

 

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FINE ARTS

Congratulations to the winners of our In-house Fine Arts Competitions! Many of these students will be attending the Fine Arts Competition on April 29 & 30.

Spelling Bee

3rd Grade: 1st place - Tori Gunther; 2nd place - Kayla Jackson
4th Grade: 1st place - Kathryn Spivey; 2nd place - Brianna Falk
5th Grade: 1st place - Cierra Persico; 2nd place - Abby Squires
6th Grade: 1st place - Lauren Barker; 2nd place - Haleigh Somberg

Vocal Solos

Lower Elementary (Gr. 3-4): 1st place: Abigail Lindquist; 2nd place - Jayce Attoe
Upper Elementary (Gr. 5-6): 1st place: Sydney Blackburn; 2nd place - Sarah Dillon

Instrumental Solos

WoodWind:

Lower Elementary: 1st place - Hannah Iovanna; 2nd place - Abigail Lindquist
Upper Elementary: 1st place - Eugene Kim; 2nd place - Jayna Donaldson

Brass:

Lower Elementary: 1st place - Abigail Young; 2nd place - Jonathan Stone
Upper Elementary: 1st place - Bradley Moore

Percussion:

Lower Elementary: 1st place - Brianna Falk

String:

Lower Elementary: 1st place - Caitlyn Benson; 2nd place - Camryn Rickard
Upper Elementary: 1st place - Abby Squires

Piano:

Lower Elementary: 1st place - Bailey Bordeaux; 2nd place - Julian Davis
Upper Elementary: 1st place - Lauren Baker; 2nd place - Jacob Beamer