School History - ACCA
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Steeped in History
Steeped in History
For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. –Romans 15:4
April 2020
ACCA awarded the 2020 Best of Gettysburg Awards in the category of Private School.
2020-2021 School Year
ACCA opens the school year in person with the determination to continue in-person education if there are no mandated shutdowns. With the ability to socially distance within the classroom, daily sanitizing of shared surfaces and wearing masks throughout the day, ACCA remains open for in person classes each day. Online access to in-person classes allows teachers and students to continue meeting, even under individual quarantine requirements. The student population begins to grow as a result.
ACCA introduces a Homeschool Partnership where homeschool students are invited to attend classes in person or virtually. The program begins with 2 students.
2007
Mr. Charles Garcia becomes Administrator.
2001
The largest building on campus, the Ram Center, is built, thanks to generous donations from Tom and Jane Livelsberger. The building was dedicated on November 10, 2001. It houses four classrooms, a kitchen, and all-purpose room with stage.
1996
Mr. Jeffrey Day becomes Principal/Administrator. Under his administration, more classrooms are added to the campus and high school science and foreign languages are taught through the LINC program. New computers and a 54 passenger bus are acquired. The parking lot and driveway are paved.
1990
A new building housing four classrooms and two restrooms is added to the existing building, doubling the school's size.
1985-1986
The school moves to the Hunterstown Community Center. Dr. Robert Marion becomes the Academy's first Principal/Administrator.
August 2022
ACCA's enrollment jumps to 85 students to start the 2022-2023 school year.
March 2020
ACCA successfully maneuvers the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic by quickly moving to an online platform when schools were forced to finish the year remotely, under quarantine mandates.
2017
Two 3D printers are acquired and “Full STEAM Ahead” initiative for elementary grades begins. Both are intended to prepare students with 21st Century skills.
2004
Mrs. Kimberly Mentzer takes on the additional role of Administrator, and Mr. Mike Orleski becomes Jr./Sr. High Principal and Athletic Director. The Jr. and Sr. High classes are departmentalized.
1999
As the school continues to grow, a modular building is added, providing two more classrooms.
1994
Enrollment is approximately 100 students in grades Pre-K through 12. In order to offer high school classes through the Bob Jones University Live Interactive Network Classroom (LINC), the Board of Directors votes to become affiliated with Memorial Baptist Church. Needing more space, the high school was housed down the road at Memorial Baptist Church.
1987
Through the generosity of Earl and Evelyn Sanderson, land is purchased at 1865 Biglerville Road and the school moves to its present location. The school office is now housed in the original building.
1984
Gettysburg Christian Academy closes its doors, but former board member of G.C.A., Earl Sanderson and some families from G.C.A. wish to see Christian education continue in Adams County and they open Adams County Christian Academy in the home of Robert and Shirley Wagner of Gettysburg. Enrollment is 17 students.
June 2021
Kristen Zell becomes Head of School replacing Rhonda Fertich after her retirement.
January 2020
Mr. Chris Ross becomes Assistant Principal.
2010
Mrs. Rhonda Fertich becomes Principal.
2002
Mrs. Jane Livelsberger becomes Administrator, and Mrs. Kimberly Mentzer is Principal. The first full-time high school staff is hired, a sports program begins, and four band ensembles are formed.
1997
Through a generous donation from Mrs. Catherine Mellott, the Mellott building is constructed, housing two classrooms and restrooms.
1993
The project of building a playground gets underway. Volunteers constructed a 12'x15' log cabin and installed swings and slides on the wooded playground.
1986
In June, the first graduation at Adams County Christian Academy is held. There were three graduates.
1976
Pastor Donald Powers, pastor of Gettysburg Foursquare Gospel Church, had a vision for Christian education and started Gettysburg Christian Academy.
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1865 Biglerville Rd. Gettysburg, PA 17325
717-334-9177 |
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© 2020 ADAMS COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Amazon Associates for ACCA
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Kindergarten
Elementary
Middle School
High School
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Tuition Rates
Visit, Shadow, or Sign up for an Open House
Homeschool Partnership
Bus & Extended Care
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Giving
Advancement Events
Amazon Associates for ACCA
Contact
Calendar
Daycare
Summer Camp
Steeped in History
Steeped in History
For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. –Romans 15:4
April 2020
ACCA awarded the 2020 Best of Gettysburg Awards in the category of Private School.
2020-2021 School Year
ACCA opens the school year in person with the determination to continue in-person education if there are no mandated shutdowns. With the ability to socially distance within the classroom, daily sanitizing of shared surfaces and wearing masks throughout the day, ACCA remains open for in person classes each day. Online access to in-person classes allows teachers and students to continue meeting, even under individual quarantine requirements. The student population begins to grow as a result.
ACCA introduces a Homeschool Partnership where homeschool students are invited to attend classes in person or virtually. The program begins with 2 students.
2007
Mr. Charles Garcia becomes Administrator.
2001
The largest building on campus, the Ram Center, is built, thanks to generous donations from Tom and Jane Livelsberger. The building was dedicated on November 10, 2001. It houses four classrooms, a kitchen, and all-purpose room with stage.
1996
Mr. Jeffrey Day becomes Principal/Administrator. Under his administration, more classrooms are added to the campus and high school science and foreign languages are taught through the LINC program. New computers and a 54 passenger bus are acquired. The parking lot and driveway are paved.
1990
A new building housing four classrooms and two restrooms is added to the existing building, doubling the school's size.
1985-1986
The school moves to the Hunterstown Community Center. Dr. Robert Marion becomes the Academy's first Principal/Administrator.
August 2022
ACCA's enrollment jumps to 85 students to start the 2022-2023 school year.
March 2020
ACCA successfully maneuvers the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic by quickly moving to an online platform when schools were forced to finish the year remotely, under quarantine mandates.
2017
Two 3D printers are acquired and “Full STEAM Ahead” initiative for elementary grades begins. Both are intended to prepare students with 21st Century skills.
2004
Mrs. Kimberly Mentzer takes on the additional role of Administrator, and Mr. Mike Orleski becomes Jr./Sr. High Principal and Athletic Director. The Jr. and Sr. High classes are departmentalized.
1999
As the school continues to grow, a modular building is added, providing two more classrooms.
1994
Enrollment is approximately 100 students in grades Pre-K through 12. In order to offer high school classes through the Bob Jones University Live Interactive Network Classroom (LINC), the Board of Directors votes to become affiliated with Memorial Baptist Church. Needing more space, the high school was housed down the road at Memorial Baptist Church.
1987
Through the generosity of Earl and Evelyn Sanderson, land is purchased at 1865 Biglerville Road and the school moves to its present location. The school office is now housed in the original building.
1984
Gettysburg Christian Academy closes its doors, but former board member of G.C.A., Earl Sanderson and some families from G.C.A. wish to see Christian education continue in Adams County and they open Adams County Christian Academy in the home of Robert and Shirley Wagner of Gettysburg. Enrollment is 17 students.
June 2021
Kristen Zell becomes Head of School replacing Rhonda Fertich after her retirement.
January 2020
Mr. Chris Ross becomes Assistant Principal.
2010
Mrs. Rhonda Fertich becomes Principal.
2002
Mrs. Jane Livelsberger becomes Administrator, and Mrs. Kimberly Mentzer is Principal. The first full-time high school staff is hired, a sports program begins, and four band ensembles are formed.
1997
Through a generous donation from Mrs. Catherine Mellott, the Mellott building is constructed, housing two classrooms and restrooms.
1993
The project of building a playground gets underway. Volunteers constructed a 12'x15' log cabin and installed swings and slides on the wooded playground.
1986
In June, the first graduation at Adams County Christian Academy is held. There were three graduates.
1976
Pastor Donald Powers, pastor of Gettysburg Foursquare Gospel Church, had a vision for Christian education and started Gettysburg Christian Academy.
ABOUT US
ACADEMICS
ADMISSIONS
NEWS
MACSA
1865 Biglerville Rd. Gettysburg, PA 17325
717-334-9177 |
[email protected]
© 2020 ADAMS COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Home
About Us
Statement of Faith
Faculty
Administrators
Career Opportunities
School History
Academics
Kindergarten
Elementary
Middle School
High School
Transcript Request
Admissions
Admissions
Tuition/Scholarships
Tuition Rates
Visit, Shadow, or Sign up for an Open House
Homeschool Partnership
Bus & Extended Care
Student Life
Spiritual Life
Extracurriculars
Alumni
Giving
Advancement Events
Amazon Associates for ACCA
Contact
Calendar
Daycare
Summer Camp