Pentecostal Christian Academy
Where faith meets academic excellence.
A Kindergarten through Grade 12 Christian school in Newnan, Georgia, where every young scholar is known, challenged, and prepared.
Our central conviction
Imago Dei
“the image of God”
Every student is created in the image of God.
PCA begins with this conviction. Because every child bears the image of God, every child deserves an education worthy of that image: high expectations, real care, and teachers who know each student by name. Imago Dei shapes how we teach, how we correct, how we serve, and how we treat one another.
“If we believe that God made this child, then we must educate this child as though God made this child.”Strategic Plan 2025–2030
Watch our story
What changes when a child feels truly seen?
One minute inside PCA: Imago Dei, the RAMS Learning Exchange, STEAM research, our student organizations, and the Life Center opening in 2027.
In their own words
What our graduates carry with them
“I left the Academy with more than memories and a diploma. I left with values, meaningful relationships, and a spiritual foundation that no one can take away from me.”
Aubree A. Peak
Class of 2026, Valedictorian
Presidential Scholar, University of Alabama at Birmingham
“Not only was I given a strong academic foundation, I also was given the ability to get to know who Jesus is.”
Quinahla Hood
Class of 2025, Valedictorian
Scholarship recipient, Savannah State University
Faith and character
Faith at the center. Excellence in every direction.
PCA is a ministry of The Pentecostal Church of God. Each school day begins with a devotional service, and faith shapes how young scholars study, serve, lead, and treat one another. Our classrooms are intentionally small, so teachers know each student well and can respond to how that student learns.
Kindergarten through Grade 12
Two divisions, one community
Lower School, Kindergarten to Grade 5
Strong foundations in reading, writing, and mathematics, taught with care and a daily rhythm of prayer and discovery.
Lower SchoolUpper School, Grades 6 to 12
Rigorous coursework, individual graduation plans, college and career counseling from Grade 8, and dual enrollment, so qualified juniors and seniors earn college credit while completing their PCA diploma.
Upper SchoolDistinctive learning
What learning looks like at PCA
RAMS Learning Exchange
Evidence-based discussion in every Grades 6–12 English class. Fall 2026 beta.
STEAM research
A year-long, graded STEAM program for Grades 3 to 12, ending in the spring STEAM Fair.
College and career
A full-time School Counselor, a three-year college tour program, and dual enrollment for college credit while completing the PCA diploma.
Leadership and service
FBLA, NSBE Jr., National Honor Society, IMPAK, BOSS, and Student Media.
LAUNCH: a plan for every student
An Individual Academic Plan for every student, mastery learning, daily targeted practice, one-on-one check-ins, and six-week progress reviews.
The Life Center
The Apostle WJ Peterson Bishop Eugene Rice Life Center, expected to open in 2027 as the new home of the Upper School, with an innovation lab and gymnasium.
Building what comes next
The Life Center is on its way.
The Apostle WJ Peterson Bishop Eugene Rice Life Center is expected to open in 2027 as the new home of PCA's Upper School, with a STEAM Innovation Lab, a technology classroom, a room built for the RAMS Learning Exchange, and a gymnasium that will be home to Rams Athletics.
A PCA theatrical experience and benefit
For Such a Time as This
The Story of Esther · Saturday, April 17, 2027
Stories
Recent stories
Student Organizations
PCA launches an NSBE Jr. chapter
A nationally registered pre-college chapter with a faculty advisor and five student officers.
Student Organizations
National Honor Society approves PCA chapter
Affiliation approved for the 2026–2027 school year.
Student Organizations
BOSS spends a Day of Fellowship at Stone Mountain
Mentors and students hiked, fished, and played football together on September 26.
See PCA for yourself.
The best way to know whether PCA is right for your family is to visit. We will arrange a personal tour with a member of our leadership team.
Admissions
Discover PCA
Choosing a school is a family decision about faith, learning, and the future. We would be glad to help you discover whether Pentecostal Christian Academy is the right learning community for your child.
Why families choose PCA
Created in God's image
PCA begins with Imago Dei: every student is created in the image of God and deserves an education worthy of that image.
Known here
Intentionally small classes mean teachers know each student and respond to how he or she learns.
Serious academics
An Abeka core aligned to Georgia standards, the RAMS Learning Exchange, STEAM research, and annual review of every course.
Faith at the center
Each day begins in devotion, and biblical principles shape how students learn, lead, and serve.
Prepared for what comes next
Personal college and career counseling from Grade 8, college tours, and dual enrollment for college credit while completing the PCA diploma.
Room to lead
Student organizations led by students under adult mentorship.
In their own words
“So much more than an education”
Being a student at Pentecostal Church of God Christian Academy was an experience that impacted my life in ways I don't think I fully understood until after graduating. Looking back, I can confidently say that the Academy gave me so much more than an education. It gave me a foundation rooted in faith, discipline, perseverance, and the understanding that success is about more than just what you accomplish academically.
One thing I will always appreciate is that the teachers and leadership genuinely cared about the people we were becoming, not just the students we were in the classroom. They challenged us, corrected us, encouraged us, and most importantly, reminded us to keep God at the center of everything we do. Of course, there were challenges along the way, but even those experiences taught me lessons that I continue to carry with me.
Now that I'm in college, I've come to appreciate just how much the Academy prepared me, not only for higher education but for life itself. The expectations, the guidance, and even the moments I didn't fully appreciate at the time all contributed to the person I am becoming. I can honestly say that I left the Academy with more than memories and a diploma. I left with values, meaningful relationships, and a spiritual foundation that no one can take away from me. For that, I will always be grateful.
Aubree A. Peak
Class of 2026, Valedictorian
Presidential Scholar, University of Alabama at Birmingham
In their own words
“It played a part in getting me to where I am today”
Being an Alumna of The PCG Academy is beyond a flex. Not only was I given a strong academic foundation, I also was given the ability to get to know who Jesus is. I am thankful for the staff who poured so much into me even though I did not have faith in myself. PCG Academy will always hold a special place in my heart because it played a part in getting me to where I am today. Looking back, I can truly say that the foundation I received there has helped me walk into new opportunities with confidence, faith, and determination.
Above all, I give all the glory to Jesus because without Him, none of this would be possible. His grace, favor, and faithfulness continue to carry me through every season of my life. Now, as I continue my journey at Savannah State University, I am proud to say that I am growing, learning, and thriving in ways I once only prayed for. Every accomplishment reminds me that God’s plans for my life are greater than my own, and every challenge reminds me to keep trusting Him. I am grateful for how far He has brought me, the doors He continues to open, and the person He is shaping me to become. This is only the beginning of the amazing things my father has in store for me.
Quinahla Hood
Class of 2025, Valedictorian
Scholarship recipient, Savannah State University
Your path to PCA
Five steps
Request information
Tell us about your family and what you are looking for.
Arrange a visit
Tour the school with a member of our leadership team.
Explore fit and aid
Review tuition, assistance, and scholarship options.
Apply
Complete PCA's official application and submit records.
Personal follow-up
We walk with your family through review, decision, and a strong start.
Arrange a visit
A personal visit is the best way to know PCA. Your visit lasts about 30 to 45 minutes and is led by a member of our leadership team. You will see classrooms, learn how we teach, and have time for your questions.
Your visit is not scheduled until a member of our team contacts you to confirm a time, usually within one school day.
Tuition and scholarships
PCA is a Georgia Promise Scholarship school and works with the Arete Scholars Fund and the AAA Scholarship Foundation. Families can pay tuition once a year and receive a 10 percent discount, pay by semester, or pay monthly.
2026–2027 tuition: Kindergarten $7,000 per year; Grades 1–12 $7,500 per year. Registration $150; technology $500; transportation from the Atlanta area $500.
About PCA
Leadership and governance
PCA is governed by a Board of Directors, advised by a Professional Advisory Board of education professionals, and led day to day by the Headmaster and administrative team. Families partner with the school through the Parent Teacher Organization.
Founder and church leadership
Apostle WJ Peterson
Founder
Bishop Eugene Rice
Bishop
Bishop James E. Stoudemire
Bishop, District #2, and Chairman, Board of Directors
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is the governing authority of Pentecostal Christian Academy. It adopted Bylaws in January 2025 and a written Governing Board Policy Manual in April 2026, and it reviews student learning data and accreditation standing at every regular meeting. The Headmaster reports directly to the Board.
Professional Advisory Board
Education professionals and subject-matter specialists who give formal counsel to school leadership on policy, programs, curriculum, assessment, and strategy. The Advisory Board does not hold governance authority. Its members train alongside PCA staff each summer and reviewed the Strategic Plan 2025–2030 pillar by pillar before its adoption.
About PCA
Faculty and staff
PCA's teachers and staff know their students by name. Many have served PCA for years, and several are PCA graduates who returned to give back.
Academics · Upper School
The RAMS Learning Exchange
Fall 2026 beta · Grades 6–12 English Language Arts
Every Voice. Evidence First. Learning Together.
PCA's own model of collaborative inquiry and academic discussion. Students prepare before class, ask real questions, test ideas against evidence, and build understanding together. It is informed by the Harkness tradition of student-centered discussion and adds the structure PCA's students need to do it well.
Reflect. Ask. Make Meaning. Share.
Reflect
What do I notice, think, and wonder?
Read, observe, and annotate alone, and form an honest first response before the group meets.
Ask
What makes us think that?
Pose open questions, seek clarity, and ask for evidence with curiosity and humility.
Make Meaning
How does this change or deepen my understanding?
Connect ideas, compare interpretations, and test conclusions.
Share
What can we build together?
Explain reasoning with evidence, listen and respond, and reach a conclusion no one would have reached alone.
Honoring the foundation. Extending the model.
From Harkness to RAMS
The Harkness tradition gives PCA a foundation: student-centered inquiry, careful listening, and peer-to-peer discussion. PCA honors that tradition and intentionally adapts, structures, and extends it with preparation protocols, direct instruction in discussion skills, an evidence-first standard, scaffolding for Grades 6 to 12, writing transfer, teacher coaching, and beta measurement.
Operating framework
How the framework works
Inputs to learning and teacher enablement feed the four-stage cycle, centered on truth, understanding, and growth. Evidence and accountability come from Equity Maps, teacher observation, preparation, the participation rubric, reflection, and writing. Data informs judgment; data does not replace judgment.
Graded on thinking, not talking time
RAMS participation is assessed on eight dimensions: preparation, evidence, questioning, listening, reasoning, connection, collaboration, and reflection. During the beta it counts for 15 percent of the English Language Arts grade. A student who speaks three times and deepens the group's understanding can outscore a student who speaks six times without advancing it.
Seek truth, listen with humility
RAMS reflects PCA's Christian Learning Commitments: pursue truth, practice humility, honor every person, communicate with grace, and work with excellence. Because every classmate is created in the image of God, students learn to challenge ideas without diminishing people.
Where RAMS stands today
- Running in every Grades 6–12 English Language Arts section since the first week of Fall 2026.
- Students build toward full discussions in phases, beginning with short Check-Ins.
- Evidence is gathered at the start, midpoint, and end of the semester. Beta results are expected in January 2027.
- Planned next: the Grades 9–12 Discovery Intensive at the end of the 2026–2027 school year.
For families
Questions about RAMS
Does RAMS replace teaching?
No. Teachers still teach, model, and correct factual errors. RAMS adds structured discussion to strong instruction.
My child is quiet. Will that hurt the grade?
No. RAMS is graded on the quality of thinking, not on how often a student talks. Students build up to full discussions gradually, and careful listening counts.
How is RAMS graded?
An eight-part rubric: preparation, evidence, questioning, listening, reasoning, connection, collaboration, and reflection. During the beta, RAMS counts for 15 percent of the English Language Arts grade.
What does my child do before class?
The reading, annotations, two or three pieces of evidence, a short written response, and one genuine question of his or her own.
Is RAMS the same as Harkness?
RAMS is informed by the Harkness tradition. PCA built its own model on that foundation, adding required preparation, a four-stage cycle, explicit skill instruction, fair assessment, and Christian intellectual formation.
What is Equity Maps?
An app teachers use to see the shape of a discussion. It helps teachers coach; the grade always comes from the teacher's judgment.
When will PCA share beta results?
Results are expected in January 2027.
Who can I ask about RAMS?
Your student's English teacher, or Sister Carlene Ahoon, Upper School Principal.
About PCA
About Pentecostal Christian Academy
Pentecostal Christian Academy has served families in Newnan, Georgia since 1986. Sponsored by The Pentecostal Church of God, PCA educates young scholars from Kindergarten through Grade 12 in two divisions: the Lower School (Kindergarten to Grade 5) and the Upper School (Grades 6 to 12). At the heart of the school is one conviction: every student is created in the image of God, Imago Dei, and deserves an education worthy of that image.
A vision for a church that teaches
PCA grew from the vision of Apostle WJ Peterson, founder, that the church should have its own place of learning. Since 1986 the school has served families from its campus at 457 Ishman Ballard Road. In recent years PCA has formalized its governance, established dedicated Lower and Upper School divisions, and strengthened its academic program through annual review of every course.
How PCA is supported
PCA's campus, facilities, and transportation are provided by The Pentecostal Church of God. School operations are funded by tuition, scholarships, fundraising, and financial aid from the Church.
The Apostle WJ Peterson Bishop Eugene Rice Life Center
PCA is building the Apostle WJ Peterson Bishop Eugene Rice Life Center on its Newnan campus. The Life Center is expected to open in 2027 as the new home of PCA's Upper School. It is planned to include classrooms where teachers know every name; a room designed for the RAMS Learning Exchange; a technology classroom for coding and digital creativity; a STEM and STEAM Innovation Lab with science counters, robotics, and digital fabrication; and a gymnasium that will host PCA Athletics, worship services, and the STEAM Fair. A kitchen, offices, and a conference room for meeting with families complete the building.
Explore
Mission, Vision, and Faith
Imago Dei, our six commitments, and the Strategic Plan
Leadership and Governance
Board of Directors and Professional Advisory Board
Faculty and Staff
Meet the people who know every student by name
Accreditation and Outcomes
Cognia accredited, K–12, and the Class of 2026
Contact and Directions
457 Ishman Ballard Road, Newnan
About PCA
Mission, vision, and faith
Imago Dei: the conviction at the center
Imago Dei means "the image of God." Scripture teaches that every person is made in God's image (Genesis 1:27). At PCA, this is the starting point for everything else: every student is created in the image of God and is therefore entitled to an education worthy of that image.
That conviction is why PCA holds high expectations and refuses to treat lowered expectations as a form of care. It is why teachers work to know each young scholar personally, why discipline aims at restoration, why students are taught to honor every person in discussion and disagreement, and why the school stewards its resources so that more children can learn here.
"If we believe that God made this child, then we must educate this child as though God made this child. This conviction is the beginning of educational excellence in a Christian school." Strategic Plan 2025–2030
Our mission
The mission of Pentecostal Christian Academy is to instill pride and respect for the Gospel of the Kingdom and to equip students with the essential skills of a comprehensive, quality Christian education that will ensure preparedness in this world and will also nurture the gift within for the up-building of God's Kingdom.
Our vision
The students attending Pentecostal Christian Academy will be self-motivated learners who develop spiritual confidence and critical thinking skills, which will enable them to become productive individuals in society.
Six commitments that guide every decision
Read the six commitments as text
- Dignity (Imago Dei). Every student is created in the image of God and is entitled to an education worthy of that image.
- Faith. Christ-centered education that integrates biblical principles across every subject, every policy, and every practice of the school.
- Excellence. A commitment to academic rigor, measured outcomes, and the refusal to accept lowered expectations as a form of care.
- Integrity. Honesty in reporting, consistency between stated values and actual practice, and transparency with all stakeholders.
- Community. Partnership with the Pentecostal Church of God, PCA families, local churches, and the broader Newnan community.
- Stewardship. Faithful management of the human, financial, and facility resources God has entrusted to this school.
Seven pillars for 2025 to 2030
PCA's adopted Strategic Plan 2025–2030 organizes the school's work into seven pillars. Each pillar names a commitment, a starting point, a 2030 target, and the actions that will get there.
Read the seven pillars as text
- I. Academic Excellence and the Mastery Path. A grade-band mastery framework in reading, mathematics, writing, and science, carried out through Individual Academic Plans, mastery learning, and the LAUNCH framework.
- II. STEAM, Innovation, and Preparation for the Age of AI. An all-grades STEAM Fair, real-world problem solving, a STEM lab in the Life Center, and an emerging-technology curriculum.
- III. Cultural Arts, Heritage Literacy, and International Exposure. The Black History Month documentary series and field study, music and drama, Spanish, and growing global learning opportunities.
- IV. College, Career, and Christian Vocation Readiness. Every graduate accepted to college with scholarship support, test preparation, Individual Graduation Plans, dual enrollment, and Christian vocational discernment.
- V. Faith Formation and Christian Character. Biblical instruction, chapel, mentorship programs, service learning, and a schoolwide covenant of Christian character grounded in Imago Dei.
- VI. Community Partnerships and Family Engagement. Partnerships with churches, businesses, HBCUs, and community institutions; an active PTO; and families honored as first educators.
- VII. Operational Excellence: Facilities, Governance, and Data. The Life Center, the launch of PCA Athletics, strong governance and financial stewardship, and data-informed decisions.
What we believe
- Every student has the right to learn and should be encouraged to work to his or her full potential.
- Students should be provided with a variety of instructional approaches to support their learning styles.
- Our school should enable students to become confident, self-directed, lifelong learners and contributing members of society.
- Our school should be a safe, orderly, and stimulating environment that encourages learning and academic excellence.
- Teachers must commit to continuous professional growth to meet the academic and spiritual needs of every scholar.
Faith you can see
Each school day begins with a devotional service from 8:00 to 8:20 a.m. Faith at PCA is not limited to a chapel hour. It shapes how teachers plan lessons, how students discuss ideas with humility and grace, how student organizations serve others, and how the school manages what has been entrusted to it.
Motto: The Lord is my Shepherd, Psalm 23:1.
Statement of Faith
- The Bible. We believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God and the authority for faith and practice (2 Timothy 3:16–17). The King James Version is the primary text in PCA's Bible courses.
- One God. We believe in one God: "Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one LORD" (Deuteronomy 6:4).
- Salvation. We believe salvation through faith in Jesus Christ is the first step of the Christian life, and that true repentance is a turning of the whole person toward God (Colossians 3:8–16).
- The Holy Ghost. We believe the Holy Ghost makes Christians conscious of the biblical demands for a life that fulfills both God's moral law and the law of love (Matthew 22:37–39; Galatians 5:14–26).
- Every person. We believe every person is created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27) and deserves to be taught and treated with the dignity that image carries.
- Christian living. We teach students to obey, to do right, to love God, and to measure every attitude against the principles of Scripture.
PCA is an institution of The Pentecostal Church of God under the spiritual oversight of Bishop James E. Stoudemire. Every member of the faculty and staff affirms PCA's Statement of Faith.
About PCA
Accreditation and outcomes
Cognia accreditation
Pentecostal Christian Academy is accredited by Cognia for Kindergarten through Grade 12. Cognia accreditation is a continuous improvement process: schools are reviewed against 31 Performance Standards covering the culture of learning, leadership for learning, engagement of learning, and growth in learning.
PCA's next Cognia Engagement Review is scheduled for November 20, 2026. In preparation, the school assembled evidence across all 31 standards and has strengthened its governance, curriculum review, data use, and student support since its 2020 review.
Learning we measure
- Iowa Assessments are given every fall and spring. Results above or below leadership-set thresholds prompt Individual Academic Plans, family conferences, and targeted support.
- Annual review of every course. Each spring the faculty and leadership review the curriculum and set the next year's academic initiatives.
- Standards alignment. PCA's Abeka core has been mapped to Georgia standards for Grades 3, 8, and 12, with alignment maps for the remaining grades under way.
Class of 2026
All four graduates of the Class of 2026 were accepted to college and received scholarship offers, at institutions ranging from West Georgia Technical College to Davidson College and the University of Michigan.
About PCA
Contact us
Visit and reach us
- Address: 457 Ishman Ballard Road, Newnan, Georgia 30263
- Phone: 770-251-0900
- Email: office@pcad2.org
- Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- School day: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Doors open to students at 7:30 a.m.
- Fridays and school breaks: the office is covered. Call or email and we will respond.
Send us a message
Academics
Rigorous learning. Purposeful preparation.
PCA builds on the Abeka curriculum, taught from a biblical worldview, and improves it every year. Each spring the faculty and leadership review every course and set new academic initiatives for the year ahead. The result is a program that holds students to high expectations and supports them in meeting them.
Divisions
Distinctive learning
- Abeka core, aligned to Georgia standards. Abeka is PCA's base curriculum. PCA maps it to Georgia standards and adds where the standards call for more.
- Spanish. Spanish is taught from Kindergarten through Grade 12.
- RAMS Learning Exchange. An evidence-based discussion model in its Fall 2026 beta in Grades 6–12 English Language Arts.
- STEAM. A year-long research and design program for Grades 3 to 12.
- LAUNCH. Every student has an Individual Academic Plan, with mastery learning, daily targeted practice, one-on-one check-ins, and six-week progress reviews. See below.
- Enrichment. End-of-year enrichment courses and summer opportunities.
Every Student. A Plan. A Path. A Future.
LAUNCH (Learning Acceleration through Unique, Navigated, Committed Horizons) is PCA's academic growth system. It turns assessment results into personal progress for every student, whether a student needs to catch up or is ready to move ahead.
- An Individual Academic Plan for every student. Teachers use assessment results to identify each student's strengths and the specific skills that need growth, then set SMART goals with the student.
- Mastery learning. Students keep working on a skill until they master it. LAUNCH is built to find and fill gaps a student may have carried from earlier grades, rather than moving past them.
- A protected daily practice block. Near the end of each school day, students spend 25 to 30 minutes on targeted, individualized practice, including Khan Academy lessons matched to their goals, and then assess their own progress.
- One-on-one check-ins. Teachers meet with students individually, adjust instruction, and step in early when a student needs more support.
- Six-week progress reviews. Every six weeks, teachers review each plan with the student, celebrate growth, and set the next goal. Families stay informed along the way.
An Individual Academic Plan is an academic growth plan for every student. It is not an IEP or a Section 504 plan.
Beyond the classroom
College tours, a Black History Month program with field study, the STEAM Fair, and student organizations extend learning into real settings.
Academics
Lower School: Kindergarten through Grade 5
In PCA's Lower School, teachers know every child personally. Small classes, a structured Abeka curriculum, and a daily rhythm of devotion and discovery help young scholars build strong foundations and grow in confidence.
What learning looks like
- A balanced approach to reading, with phonics, fluency, and comprehension
- Mathematics built through practice, problem solving, and everyday applications
- Hands-on science and social studies
- Writing instruction across subjects
- Social skills and character woven into each day
- STEAM projects for Grades 3 to 5 as part of the schoolwide STEAM program
A day in the Lower School
Each morning begins with devotion. The day blends core classes and specials, with time for recess and friendships. Annual traditions include Read Across America Week and Lower School presentations in the Black History Month program.
Leadership
Sister Artina Coates, Lower School Principal. Link to Lower School faculty profiles.
Academics
Upper School: Grades 6 through 12
The Upper School asks students to think for themselves, support their ideas with evidence, and take responsibility for their learning. Students balance the spiritual, academic, athletic, and artistic parts of school life while preparing for college, careers, and service.
Academic program
- Core courses in English, mathematics, science, social studies, and Bible, built on Abeka and aligned to Georgia standards
- Electives in technology, communication, and the arts, taught by Sister Erin Brewer (list below)
- The RAMS Learning Exchange in every English Language Arts class (Fall 2026 beta)
- A year-long STEAM research project with a spring STEAM Fair
- Individual Graduation Plans for every Upper School student, built with the School Counselor
- Dual enrollment: qualified juniors and seniors earn college credit while completing their PCA diploma
Electives, 2026–2027
| Course | Grades | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Literacy and Introduction to Coding | 6 and 7 | Fall 2026 |
| Foundations of Art and Design | 6 and 7 | Spring 2027 |
| Communication, Speech, and Media | 8 | Fall 2026 |
| Public Speaking and Debate | 8 | Spring 2027 |
| Visual Arts 9 | 9 | Fall 2026 |
| Music Appreciation 9 | 9 | Spring 2027 |
| Computer Science and Robotics | 12 | Full year |
Grades 6 and 7 follow a two-year rotation; in 2027–2028 they take Practical Life Skills and Personal Finance Foundations, and Engineering, Robotics, and Applied Technology. Visual Arts 9 and Music Appreciation 9 together meet the fine arts requirement. Spanish is taught from Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Preparing for what comes next
College counseling begins in Grade 8 and includes PSAT, SAT, and ACT preparation, a three-year rotating college tour program, and individual planning meetings with each student and family.
Leadership and service
Upper School students lead and serve through FBLA, NSBE Jr., the National Honor Society, Student Media, IMPAK, and BOSS.
End-of-year enrichment
In the final two weeks of the school year, Grades 9 to 12 take part in PCA Discovery Intensive, and Grades 6 to 8 take part in PCA Life Skills Intensive. See Enrichment and Summer.
Leadership
Sister Carlene Ahoon, Upper School Principal. Link to Upper School faculty profiles.
Academics
STEAM at PCA
What began as a single science fair is now a year-long, graded STEAM program. Students in Grades 3 to 12 research real-world problems, design and test solutions, and present their work to judges at the spring STEAM Fair.
How the program works
- Students complete a year-long project with four milestones, guided by one faculty guide.
- Projects are scored with a 100-point rubric with clear performance descriptors.
- Projects address real-world issues within a three-year cycle of themes (below).
- The 2026–2027 STEAM Fair is scheduled for March 25, 2027, with project submissions in late August 2026.
Themes, 2026 to 2029
| Year | Theme | What students investigate |
|---|---|---|
| 2026–2027 | Future Cities: Designing Sustainable Communities | Roads, buildings, water, energy, food, safety, and the infrastructure that holds communities together |
| 2027–2028 | Living Systems: Designing Communities That Heal | Ecology, public health, food security, mental wellness, green infrastructure, and environmental quality |
| 2028–2029 | Minds, Machines, and Moral Choices: Designing the Intelligent Future | Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, climate adaptation, digital rights, and human and machine collaboration, with the program's strongest focus on faith and ethics |
This year, students choose one of eleven strands: energy, water, transportation, waste, housing, food, public safety, public health, education infrastructure, digital systems, and inclusive design. Each student researches a real problem, designs and builds a response, writes about it, and defends it before judges.
Recent highlights
- PCA has held a STEM or STEAM Fair each spring since 2024.
- In 2026, a team of students in Grades 8 to 12 wrote a 17-page research paper with an abstract, a controlled method, results, and peer-reviewed references.
- Guest judges and speakers have included Dr. Henry Whitlow of Clark Atlanta University (2025) and Senator Lester Jackson, who gave the 2026 keynote.
Program leads: Sister Carlene Ahoon and Sister Artina Coates.
Academics
Dual enrollment
Qualified PCA juniors and seniors can earn college credit while completing their PCA diploma. Through Georgia's Dual Enrollment program, they take college-level academic courses that count toward both high school and college credit. Dual enrollment is open to students in Grades 11 and 12 who show academic promise and the potential to succeed in college coursework. The focus is academic: rigorous college coursework that strengthens a student's transcript and prepares them for the demands of college.
How it works
- Meet with the School Counselor to review readiness, course plans, and eligibility.
- Apply and be accepted to an eligible college. PCA's dual enrollment students currently attend West Georgia Technical College: westgatech.edu/admissions/dual-enrollment
- Complete the Dual Enrollment funding application on GAfutures and the PCA participation agreement.
- Provide the School Counselor with your college schedule.
Approval considers academic performance, attendance, and conduct. Colleges may set their own requirements, such as minimum test scores.
Key dates, 2026–2027
- March 9, 2027: Dual Enrollment summer registration
- April 13, 2027: Dual Enrollment fall registration
Paying for dual enrollment
Georgia's Dual Enrollment program provides assistance with tuition, mandatory fees, and books at participating colleges. Some courses may require students to buy supplies. Program rules are set by the Georgia Student Finance Commission; see gafutures.org for current details.
Contact: Sister Shnitha Zackery, School Counselor.
Academics
College and career counseling
College counseling at PCA begins in Grade 8. Our full-time School Counselor works with each student and family to discover strengths and interests, plan coursework, prepare for testing, and find the right college or career path.
Grades 8 and 9
- Take the PSAT 8/9 in Grades 8 and 9, with practice testing as scheduled
- Start an activities resume through clubs, service, and leadership
- Meet with the counselor as needed
Grade 10
- PSAT and practice ACT or SAT as recommended
- Plan courses for Grades 11 and 12
- Create a GAfutures account
- Join college tours
Grade 11
- SAT or ACT with writing, if recommended, in the fall and again in the spring
- Individual college planning meetings beginning in January
- Build a preliminary college list, plan campus visits, and request teacher recommendations
- Financial aid and summer program planning
Grade 12
- College essay workshop in August
- Final SAT or ACT in the fall
- Applications, essays, and the counselor's school recommendation
- Financial aid consultation and FAFSA
- Decision by National College Decision Day, May 1
College tours
PCA's three-year College Tour Program takes Upper School students to twelve colleges and universities within a day's travel of Newnan. Students research each campus beforehand and reflect afterward. The 2026–2027 tours include the University of Georgia, Clark Atlanta University, Mercer University, and Clayton State University. Tour weeks: September 14 to 18, 2026 and April 12 to 16, 2027. The College and Career Fair is November 16, 2026.
Testing and planning resources
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| GAfutures | gafutures.org |
| SAT practice (College Board) | satsuite.collegeboard.org/practice |
| PSAT 8/9 and other in-school tests (College Board) | satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-8-9 |
| ACT | act.org |
| Common App | commonapp.org |
| FAFSA | studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa |
Transcript requests
Graduates request official transcripts through Parchment. Allow up to 14 days for records older than ten years. Link: parchment.com/u/registration/50277484/institution
Contact: Sister Shnitha Zackery, School Counselor, shnitha.zackery@pcad2.org.
Academics
Enrichment and summer
End-of-year intensives
PCA Discovery Intensive, Grades 9 to 12. In the last two weeks of the school year, high school students take Educational Enrichment Courses built on lecture-series video and the RAMS Learning Exchange: they explore a subject, discuss it with classmates, create a project, and present it. Theme: Explore. Discuss. Create. Present.
PCA Life Skills Intensive, Grades 6 to 8. During the same window, middle school students take hands-on, exploratory programs. Grades 6 and 7 study home economics and food safety; Grade 8 studies mechanical and industrial arts.
2026–2027 dates: April 27 to May 6, 2027, with presentations on May 11, 2027.
Summer
Summer school and summer enrichment run May 31 to July 15, 2027. Every student also completes a Summer Enrichment Plan with personal, social, and academic goals, built with family support.
PCA encourages students to apply for selective summer programs. PCA students have taken part in summer programs and courses at Princeton University (Young Leaders Summit), Mercer University (Summer Pharmacy Scholars Program), Morehouse College (Grow Cells Program and Summer Bridge Pipeline), Clark Atlanta University, the University of Southern California, Augusta University, Brown University, and Dartmouth, and in BridgeQuest.
Learning beyond the classroom
Each year PCA students learn on location, including a Black History Month field study in Montgomery, Alabama, college tours, and the annual Washington, D.C. trip (February 7, 2027).
Academics
Virtual learning and resources
PCA uses Google Classroom to share assignments and materials, and selected online resources to extend learning. On scheduled digital learning days, students follow their teachers' posted work in Google Classroom.
Google Classroom
Students sign in with their school-provided Google account at classroom.google.com. Family guides: PCA Google Classroom Handout and PCA Guide to Google Classroom.
Trusted learning resources
- Khan Academy, for practice and instruction in math, science, and more: khanacademy.org
- edX (including HarvardX courses), for advanced learners: edx.org
- The Great Courses, used in PCA's enrichment courses: thegreatcourses.com
Admissions
Request information
Tell us a little about your family, and a member of our admissions team will follow up personally.
Admissions
The admissions process
PCA's admissions process is clear, personal, fair, and confidential. A named member of our team guides your family at every step.
Steps
- Inquiry. We acknowledge your inquiry and explain the process.
- Visit. A personal tour with school leadership.
- Application. Complete PCA's official application and submit records such as prior report cards and required documents. We will tell you exactly which documents apply to your child's grade.
- Records review. Our team confirms the file is complete and lets you know promptly if anything is missing.
- Assessment and interview. An age-appropriate assessment and a conversation with your student and family help us understand readiness, plan placement, and identify any support questions. No single score decides admission, and approved accommodations are provided.
- Committee review. The Admissions Committee, chaired by the Headmaster, reviews each complete file.
- Decision. Families normally receive a written decision within five business days of the committee's review. Decisions are accepted, accepted with conditions, waitlisted, or declined. Families may request reconsideration with significant new information.
- Enrollment. Accept the offer, complete the enrollment agreement and financial arrangements, and attend orientation.
- A strong start. We check in during the first weeks, and families meet with the teacher and an administrator after about 30 days to make sure your child is thriving.
Admissions
Tuition and financial aid
PCA works to keep a Christian education within reach. Families can pay tuition once a year, by semester, or monthly, and many qualify for Georgia scholarship programs.
2026–2027 tuition
| Grade | Yearly | Per semester |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | $7,000 | $3,500 |
| Grades 1–5 | $7,500 | $3,750 |
| Grades 6–8 | $7,500 | $3,750 |
| Grades 9–12 | $7,500 | $3,750 |
Fees: registration $150; technology $500; transportation $500 for families who use PCA's transportation from the Atlanta area.
Payment options: pay the full year's tuition at the start of the school year and receive a 10 percent tuition discount; pay by semester; or pay monthly, August through May.
Scholarships that can help
Georgia families may qualify for state programs such as the Georgia Promise Scholarship and tax-credit scholarships through PCA's partner organizations, the Arete Scholars Fund and the AAA Scholarship Foundation. See Scholarships.
Admissions
Scholarships for PCA families
Several Georgia programs help families pay for private school. Each program sets its own rules, decides eligibility, and makes its own awards. Receiving a scholarship does not complete admission to PCA, and admission to PCA does not guarantee a scholarship. Our admissions team is glad to help you find the right starting point.
Georgia Promise ScholarshipVisit the official site
Arete Scholars FundVisit the official site
AAA Scholarship FoundationVisit the official site
GAfuturesVisit the official siteGeorgia Promise Scholarship
Georgia's education savings account program for students zoned for certain public schools. Eligible students may receive funds for approved education expenses, including private school tuition. Eligibility depends on factors such as prior public school enrollment or entering kindergarten, the student's assigned public school, and Georgia residency. Students receiving certain other state or tax-credit scholarships are not eligible.
PCA is a participating Georgia Promise Scholarship school.
Official site: mygeorgiapromise.org | Last checked: October 16, 2026
Arete Scholars Fund
A Georgia Student Scholarship Organization that awards tax-credit funded scholarships for private school tuition, generally on a first-applied, first-awarded basis as funds allow, with priority for returning students. Eligibility and timelines are published by Arete.
Official site: aretescholars.org/parents/georgia-parents | Last checked: October 16, 2026
AAA Scholarship Foundation
A Georgia Student Scholarship Organization that awards income-based tax-credit scholarships for tuition, books, and fees at eligible private schools. For 2026–2027, applications are closed; watch the program site for the next cycle.
Official site: aaascholarships.org/parents/georgia | Last checked: October 16, 2026
Other resources
- GAfutures (college and dual enrollment aid): gafutures.org
Admissions
Apply to PCA
We recommend arranging a visit before you apply. When you are ready, use PCA's official application below. After you submit it, our admissions team will contact you about required records, assessment, and next steps.
Admissions
Admissions questions
What grades does PCA serve? Kindergarten through Grade 12, in a Lower School (Kindergarten to Grade 5) and an Upper School (Grades 6 to 12).
What are the school hours? The school day runs Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., and each day begins with a devotional service at 8:00 a.m.
Do I need to be a member of The Pentecostal Church of God? No. PCA welcomes families who want a Christ-centered education for their children. Every student takes part in the school's daily devotional service.
What curriculum does PCA use? Abeka is PCA's core curriculum, mapped to Georgia standards and strengthened each year with PCA's own courses and programs.
Is PCA accredited? Yes. PCA is Cognia accredited for Kindergarten through Grade 12.
Do you provide transportation? Yes. PCA provides school transportation from the Atlanta area for a transportation fee. Contact the office for routes and pickup times.
Do you offer financial help? Yes. See Tuition and Financial Aid and Scholarships.
Do students wear uniforms? Yes. The current uniform policy is available on the Current Families page.
Can my child visit a class? Start by arranging a family visit; our team will discuss whether a student visit day is appropriate.
Does PCA serve students with learning differences? Yes. PCA supports students with diverse learning needs through LAUNCH, our academic growth program. Every student has an Individual Academic Plan. Teachers use mastery learning to fill gaps a student may have, give individualized instruction and one-on-one support, and review each plan every six weeks. Please share your child's needs during your visit so we can talk about how PCA can support your student.
Student Experience
Find your place. Develop your gifts. Lead with purpose.
At PCA, student organizations are student-led and adult-guided. Students plan, communicate, and carry out real work, while advisers teach, coach, and keep them safe. Every organization follows one standard: clear purpose, real responsibility, useful coaching, and visible evidence of growth.
Organizations
FBLAFuture Business Leaders of America
NSBE Jr.National Society of Black Engineers
National Honor SocietyScholarship, service, leadership, character
IMPAKGirls mentorship
BOSSYoung men mentorshipPCAStudent MediaStudent MediaTelling PCA's story
Arts, heritage, and faith in action
- Black History Month program. A yearly program pairing study and performance. In 2026, students studied a documentary series, traveled to Montgomery, Alabama for field study, and performed Othello Redeemed, an original Christian adaptation of Shakespeare. In 2026–2027, Upper School students are producing research-based documentaries.
- Theatre. The Esther production on April 17, 2027 continues PCA's student theatre.
- Field study. Recent experiences include a NASA space exhibit, Weather Education Day, and TEDx Atlanta.
Rams Athletics
PCA Rams · Coming as early as 2027–2028
The Rams are coming.
A new gym. New teams. A brand-new tradition. PCA plans to launch athletics as early as the 2027–2028 school year, and the students who suit up first will set the standard for every Rams team that follows.
Our future home courtThe Life Center gymExplore the Life Center →
Conceptual visualization of the proposed Life Center gym. Players shown are illustrations, not PCA students.
Home court
The Life Center gym
The new Apostle WJ Peterson Bishop Eugene Rice Life Center, expected to open in 2027, includes a gymnasium that will be home to PCA Athletics. About the Life Center
First season
As early as 2027–2028
Basketball, volleyball, fishing, golf, and esports are planned, so there is a place for athletes, anglers, and gamers alike.
Competition
Pursuing GISA membership
PCA intends to pursue membership in the Georgia Independent School Association. Elder Robert Coates, Superintendent of Operations, serves as Athletic Director.
Faith. Character. Competition. Go Rams!
News and Events
News and stories
Stories from PCA classrooms, organizations, and events.
Student Organizations
PCA launches an NSBE Jr. chapter
A nationally registered pre-college chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers, with a faculty advisor and five elected student officers.
Student Organizations
National Honor Society approves PCA chapter
The National Honor Society approved PCA's chapter affiliation for the 2026–2027 school year.
Student Organizations
BOSS spends a Day of Fellowship at Stone Mountain
Mentors and students hiked, fished, and played football together on September 26, 2026.
News and Events
School calendar
Key dates for the 2026–2027 school year. Dates are subject to change; check back for updates.
News and Events
Follow PCA
See daily life at PCA, then come back here to visit, apply, or give.
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PCA NSBE Jr.
Student organization accounts are run by the faculty adviser. Students create posts; adults approve and publish them.
Support PCA
Invest in what students can become.
Gifts to PCA help young scholars access a Christian education and expand what they can learn, build, and lead. Every gift is received with gratitude and managed with care.
Ways to give
- Scholarships. Help qualified young scholars attend PCA.
- Student activities. Expand leadership, arts, STEAM, and organization opportunities.
- School operations. Strengthen the learning environment.
Pentecostal Christian Academy (legal name: The Pentecostal Church of God Christian Academy) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN 26-0322498. Gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Other ways: give by check to the school office; ask about sponsorships and partnerships; or support scholarships for PCA students through the Arete Scholars Fund or the AAA Scholarship Foundation.
Support PCA
Partner with PCA
Businesses, churches, and community partners help PCA students learn, lead, and serve. Partnerships can support events, academic programs, student organizations, and scholarships.
Sponsor For Such a Time as This
| Level | Gift | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Presenting Sponsor | $25,000 | "Presented by" recognition with the event title; two Queen's Table tables of eight; premium recognition on the stage screen and website; the opportunity to bring a brief welcome; student career and leadership engagement; exclusivity in one business category |
| Queen Esther Sponsor | $15,000 | One Queen's Table table of eight; full-page program ad; premium recognition on the website, social media, and event signage; invitation to meet the cast; a student engagement opportunity |
| Royal Court Sponsor | $10,000 | One Royal Banquet table of eight; full-page program ad; prominent recognition on the website, in the lobby, and on the stage-screen loop; a social media feature |
| Palace Sponsor | $5,000 | Six tickets; half-page program ad; recognition on the website, in the program, and in the lobby |
| Patron of the Arts | $2,500 | Four tickets; quarter-page program ad; recognition on the website and in the program |
| Friend of PCA | $1,000 | Two tickets; listing in the program and on the website |
Program advertising: full page $750; half page $500; quarter page $300; patron listing $150.
PCA provides each sponsor a written acknowledgment that states the value of the tickets and benefits received. Sponsor recognition never appears during the closing moments of the performance.
Current Families
Current families
Gradelink
Both open Gradelink's official sign-in page in a new tab. Use your existing Gradelink username and password; the school office can help with access.
Google for students and staff
Sign in with your school-provided Google account. Links: mail.google.com and classroom.google.com
Handbooks and policies
- Student and Parent Handbook 2026–2027
- Uniform Policy
- Attendance Policy
- Cell Phone Policy
- National Honor Society selection procedure
Every day
- School calendar
- Supply lists
- Uniforms: J and R Clothing, jandrclothing.com
- Lunch and cafeteria information (when available)
PTO
The Parent Teacher Organization connects families and faculty. PTO President: Sister Valerie Clayton.
Payments
Current Families
Payment and ticket policies
Privacy
Accessibility
PCA wants every visitor to be able to use this website. We design to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.2, Level AA, and test pages with keyboard navigation, screen readers, color contrast checks, and mobile devices. If something is hard to use, please tell us at office@pcad2.org or 770-251-0900, and we will help you get the information you need.
Payment and Ticket Policies
Event tickets. Ticket sales are final and are not refunded. A ticket may be passed to another guest. If PCA cancels or reschedules an event, ticket holders will be contacted about their options.
Tuition and fees. Tuition and fees follow the family's enrollment agreement and the Student and Parent Handbook.
Gifts. Gifts are not refundable. If you believe a gift was made in error, contact the office.
Questions. office@pcad2.org or 770-251-0900.
Current Families
Make a payment
Choose what you are paying for. Each option opens the correct secure service. PCA never asks for card or bank details in a website form or by email.
Account logins
Gradelink
Parents and students sign in on Gradelink's own site with the username and password the school office provides.
Google for students and staff
Sign in with your school-provided Google account.
Questions about a balance: the school office, 770-251-0900 or office@pcad2.org.
Pentecostal Christian Academy presentsFor Such a Time as This
The Story of Esther · A PCA theatrical experience and benefit
Saturday, April 17, 2027 · Apostle WJ Peterson Bishop Eugene Rice Life Center, 457 Ishman Ballard Road, Newnan, Georgia
The story
Who knows whether you have come for such a time as this?
The Book of Esther tells of a young woman who learns that preparation is not the end of calling. When her people face a deadly decree, Esther must decide whether to risk everything and speak. PCA students bring her story of providence, courage, and faithful responsibility to the stage in a theatrical experience that unfolds around a series of banquet tables.
Why it matters
Students on stage, students served
This production began with students asking for another play. It gives young scholars meaningful roles in acting, design, hospitality, media, and leadership, and proceeds support the students and programs of Pentecostal Christian Academy.
Tickets and tables
All tickets include dinner and the performance. Seating is not assigned. Choose an individual ticket in your preferred dining category, or reserve an entire table for eight.
Early prices through March 31, 2027. Regular prices begin April 1.
Online ticket sales open soon. Thank you for your patience.
Sponsor the evening
Businesses and families can help make the evening possible.
| Level | Gift | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Presenting Sponsor | $25,000 | "Presented by" recognition; two Queen's Table tables of eight; premium stage-screen and website recognition; a brief welcome; category exclusivity |
| Queen Esther Sponsor | $15,000 | One Queen's Table table of eight; full-page program ad; premium web, social, and signage recognition; meet the cast |
| Royal Court Sponsor | $10,000 | One Royal Banquet table of eight; full-page ad; web, lobby, and stage-screen recognition; social feature |
| Palace Sponsor | $5,000 | Six tickets; half-page ad; web, program, and lobby recognition |
| Patron of the Arts | $2,500 | Four tickets; quarter-page ad; web and program recognition |
| Friend of PCA | $1,000 | Two tickets; program and web listing |
Program ads: full page $750, half page $500, quarter page $300, patron listing $150. Each sponsor receives a written acknowledgment of the value of tickets and benefits received.
Questions
Is seating assigned?
No. Seating is open within your dining category. Table purchases seat eight guests together.
Do prices change?
Individual Royal Banquet and Queen's Table prices increase on April 1, 2027. Student and table prices do not change.
Who can buy a student ticket?
Students ages 12 to 18.
Can children under 12 attend?
Yes. Guests under 12 attend for $25, which includes dinner and the performance.
Will tickets be sold at the door?
Yes, while seats remain. The evening is limited to 250 guests, so buying ahead is recommended.
Can I get a refund?
Ticket sales are final and are not refunded. If you cannot attend, you may pass your ticket to another guest.
Where is the event?
At the Apostle WJ Peterson Bishop Eugene Rice Life Center on PCA's campus, 457 Ishman Ballard Road, Newnan, Georgia 30263.