CCA allows 3 Irish dancers to excel in schoolwork, competitions
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 03.18.2018
Dating back to the 18th century, Irish dancing has been a significant part of Irish culture and heritage. While Irish dancing is predominantly featured at Irish-themed events such as St. Patrick’s Day, many Irish dancers practice vigorously and participate in competitions year-round. Because Irish dancing is a difficult skill that takes strength utilizing many different […]
Field trip educates CCA students on importance of Black History Month
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 02.21.2018
The sound of rain against the sidewalk emanated from the rainstick while the maracas rattled to the beat. The African drums also complimented the other band parts to create a lively rhythm. On the eve of Black History Month, CCA students attended a field trip to the African American Museum in Philadelphia. The tour led students […]
CCA student hopes to turn passion for fitness into career
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 01.24.2018
CCA prides itself on enabling its students to pursue opportunities for hands on learning. Students are able to choose the curriculum that works for them, and form a skillset that prepares them for their future career. Between CCA’s diverse set of courses and the flexible schedule, students can pursue their passions in and out of their virtual […]
CCA’s flexibility allows elementary school student to perform in Fulton Theatre production
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 01.17.2018
“He loves to perform. He’s always singing and dancing. That’s just who he is.” This is how Mindy Gray of Mechanicsburg describes her son’s inherent passion. His stats are impressive. Chase Jennings Gray has been in eight official theater productions, including Fulton Theatre‘s recent production of “A Christmas Story” in Lancaster, where he performed eight or […]
CCA flexibility allows Kennard family to win rodeo titles
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 01.03.2018
The Kennard family was getting into the rodeo circuit approximately seven years ago when it encountered an obstacle no horse could jump over, nor could it be adequately tied up: the traditional brick-and-mortar school schedule. The rodeo circuit often requires leaving on a Thursday or Friday night and not returning until Monday. “It doesn’t take […]
CCA family offers tips to help students, learning coaches navigate holiday season
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 11.01.2017
Because organization and establishing a routine are important for success at CCA, when the holiday breaks arrive, navigating the break time can be overwhelming. Like most things at CCA, how your family navigates the holiday season is all about finding what works best for you. For this month’s podcast, we welcomed Carol Fleagle and her daughters, […]
Fun Ways for Kids to Stay Active in the Summer
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 08.09.2017
Getting active both physically and mentally is vital year-round. However, summer is an especially great time for kids to try a new activity or learn a skill. Whether it’s taking an art class, playing a sport, or trying new recipes, there are many ways to encourage physical activity, learning, and creativity among children. Why It’s […]
CCA offers backyard science experiments for summer fun and learning
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 07.12.2017
What can you make with some hydrogen peroxide, dish soap and yeast? If you said “elephant’s toothpaste!” you’d be correct. If your kids try the Elephant’s Toothpaste experiment below, they might also learn the when a chemical reaction releases light or heat, it’s called an “exothermic reaction” – a basic principle in chemistry. Commonwealth Charter […]
CCA offers ‘Love and Logic’ tips for raising independent children
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 04.12.2017
Every day, parents make choices. Even the smallest decisions can accumulate into patterns that promote children’s development — or hold them back. To help parents raise independent children equipped to make healthy choices, Commonwealth Charter Academy proudly offers Love and Logic Institute. The six-week course, offered once a year in five areas statewide, helps make parenting fun […]
Study Tips to Prepare for PSSAs and Keystone Exams
By Commonwealth Charter Academy / 03.27.2017
Spring is a time of testing for students in elementary school through high school. This time presents assessments such as the PSSAs and Keystone Exams. Sometimes, exam periods can be scary for a student, and that’s OK! If you’re not sure where to begin test preparation for these exams, a good place to start is […]