Back-to-School Information 2023-2024
Back to School Information 2023-2024
Welcome, Panthers! On behalf of Prattville Christian Academy, we would like to welcome all new families and returning PCA families to the one place where all information and updates pertaining to the 2023-2024 school year are located. We encourage you to check back often as new information will be added when it becomes available. You may also connect with PCA on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for additional updates and reminders.
If you have any questions or don’t see the information you need, please contact us at 334.285.0077.
Summer Reading and Math Assignments
PCA’s Summer Reading & Math Program is utilized to keep students on track for the upcoming school year by retaining the knowledge and skills learned during the previous year. Students in grades K3 through 2 will receive prizes for participation, while participation is mandatory for students in grades 3 through 12. Grade-level assignments are available here. For more information, contact Eugenia Vaughn, Academic Director.
First Day of School
The first day of school for the 2023-2024 school year is August 7, 2023.
Class Schedules
PCA will return to a traditional five-day, on-campus schedule for students in all grades for the 2023-2024 school year. All middle and upper school students follow a modified block schedule; the master schedule is available here.
2023-2024 Handbooks
Revised handbooks for the upcoming school year are available here. Families are encouraged to download the grade-level documents pertaining to them. All revisions from the previous year are indicated in red for ease of reference.
Open House Dates
Tuesday, August 1st
5:30-6:30 -Kindergarten/ Prek Mandatory Parent Only Meeting
Thursday, August 3rd, Meetings
Lower School Meeting with Mrs. Heartsill: Grades 1-5
New Parents Only, 5:00 – 5:30 p.m. in PCA’s IDEA Lab
Middle School Meeting with Mr. Boyd: Grades 6-7
Incoming 6th-grade and New 7th-grade Parents Only
5:00 – 5:30 p.m. in PCA’s Cafeteria
Upper School Meeting with Mrs. Evans – Grades 8-12
6:15 – 6:30 p.m. Hunter Hills Church Auditorium
Open House
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Grades K 3 – 7
Students’ Classrooms
6:30 – 7:30 p.m. – Grades 8 – 12
Students’ Classrooms
Student Drop-off and Pick-up Procedures
Navigating a new school campus during peak traffic times can be confusing. To ensure safety and effectiveness of student drop-off and pick-up times, please review PCA’s procedures related to this process. Click here to learn more as it relates to your child’s specific grade level.
Required Immunizations
Students beginning 6th grade are required to have a Tdap booster vaccine. An updated Certificate of Immunization (formally known as a blue card) is required by the start of the new school year. Please consult your child’s healthcare provider for additional details. If your student has not had any new vaccines you do not have to submit a new COI. For more information, contact Christy Nichols, School Nurse.
PCA Volunteers
Families are encouraged to get involved on campus! PCA’s volunteers help with various projects and activities on and around campus during the year, including in a child’s classroom, school spirit events, holiday activities, grade-level reading groups, campus clean-up, The Panther Fund event preparation, Panther Store sales, and more. When you agree to be included in PCA’s volunteer program, the only thing that you are committing to is receiving an email when a volunteer opportunity arises. Once you receive an email, you may simply reply yes or no depending on your availability and the skills necessary to complete the task. To be added to PCA’s volunteer database, please click here. All returning volunteers are encouraged to complete the form as well to ensure that we have the most up-to-date contact information. For more information, contact Rachael Heartsill, Lower School Principal.
School Uniform Information
Students in grades 1-12 are required to wear PCA-approved uniforms. All uniform tops must be purchased from the Panther Store and/or PCA’s Uniform Resale closet. Uniform-style bottoms must be worn but may be purchased from any store in khaki, black, or gray. The custom plaid and houndstooth skirts may be worn as a uniform-approved bottom as well.
Middle & Upper School PE Uniforms
PE Uniforms for ALL students in Middle School (6-7) and up will be mandatory for the 2023-2024 school year. Please remember they will have PE class 4 days a week. The Panther Store has very limited sizes and quantities of PE uniforms available for purchase.
New Student Welcome Events
Lower School
What’s more fun than a happy surprise! New students in grades K3-5 will receive a goody bag to welcome them. Additional details to come!
Middle School
A welcome party for new to PCA middle school students will be held on July 26 at 12:00 p.m. in the lower school building. This event is designed for new students only (no parents) to meet classmates and teachers. Additional details to come! For more information, contact Lisa Reid, Lower School Guidance Counselor.
Upper School
A welcome BBQ will be held on August 1 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at PCA’s football field for new students in grades 8-12. This event is designed for new students only (no parents) to meet classmates and teachers. Additional details to come! For more information, contact Pat Dean, Upper School Guidance Counselor.
New Family Reception
Mark your calendars! All new families are invited to PCA’s New Family Reception on August 3 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in PCA’s lunchroom. This come-and-go, informal event will give you an opportunity to meet many of PCA’s board members and administrators as well as connect with other new and established families while on campus for Open House activities. For more information, contact Maranda Green or Makaila Anthony in PCA’s Advancement Office.
Supply Lists
All preschool and elementary supplies are provided by PCA. Monogrammed tote bags are also provided through third grade. The middle school supply list for grades 6-7 is available here. The upper school supply list for grades 8-12 is available here.
Student I.D. Cards, Locker Assignments & Vehicle Registration
Student I.D. cards are required for all students in grades 6-12 and must be renewed each school year. PCA’s Admissions Office will have I.D. cards ready for distribution on the first day of school. Middle School students will receive their card in their homeroom. Upper school students will be able to pick their I.D. card up in the gym beginning at 7:15 a.m. on August 7th.
NEW STUDENTS in 6th through 12th grades will have their I.D. cards made at their welcome party.
Upper school locker assignments will also be available for pick up at the front desk of the secondary building, following the same schedule as parking. Middle school locker assignments will be available during Open House.
Assigned Parking Spot:
All students who drive must register vehicles to be assigned a parking spot for the upcoming year at the front desk of the secondary building on August 1 and August 3 from 8 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. with the exception of a break from 11:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Students must show their license to get a parking spot and no one will be issued a spot if they aren’t 16 and driving. No one can get a spot for another student. Students must be present unless it has been approved by Mrs. Evans. Students must bring their driver’s license, and parking spaces are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis.
New Student Devices
New students in grades 6-12 will receive an email regarding picking up devices prior to the start of school. An approved case and signed Google consent form must be presented at time of pickup.
Device Information:
Grades 11-12: MacBook Air 13 inch M1, Model 2179
Grade 10: Asus Flip C434
Grades 6-9: Asus C423
For more information, contact Laura Ann Scott, Technology Director.
FACTS Accounts
FACTS, PCA’s communication tool, gives parents the opportunity to be more involved in a student’s academic progress and future successes via an easy-to-use software program. It allows you to view grades, attendance, homework assignments, and other useful information. You may also communicate with teachers and other school staff through this system, as necessary. Click here for instructions to set up a FACTS account. For more information, contact Laura Ann Scott, Technology Director.
FACTS App
The FACTS Family App is now available for download in the iTunes and Google Play store! The new app replaces the old RenWeb Home App, and provides all the same functionality of the website but designed specifically for mobile devices.
Athletic Information
All student-athletes in grades 7-12 that play Panther sports or are considering participating in the upcoming school year are required to complete these instructions.
- Any new PCA student in grades 7-12 and all upcoming seventh-grade student-athletes must have a 1.) documented physical and 2.) Dragonfly account with completed documents before they are allowed to participate in any summer athletic activities, including conditioning. For instructions on creating a Dragonfly account and to access the required documents, click here.
- Student-athletes who played on a PCA team during 2022-2023 must update their Dragonfly accounts for the upcoming school year using the same login credentials, including completing all required annual forms. Please note! Do not create another account. Further instructions will be provided at a later date.
- In order to participate in Summer workouts/practices/camps you must have a physical done on the most up to date AHSAA physical form found here.
For more information about athletic guidelines, contact Tara Osborne, Athletic Director.
Spirit Store
PCA’s Panther Store is restocking new spirit wear, uniform tops, outerwear, and branded items for the new school year! Enjoy shopping discounted merchandise and new uniform options during summer hours and be ready to purchase new apparel and accessories during Open House on August 3. To shop online, click here.
