About Calvary Christian Academy

The Owl is a bird of exceptional vision, silent flight, and most importantly a symbol of wisdom. It is no wonder that it is the beloved mascot for our school. Much like an Owl, Calvary Christian Academy is a school of vision. What started out as a vision in the annex of GMCHC as a pre-school has now grown into a full fledged school building with grades up to 8. We soar high and silent here at Calvary Christian Academy (CCA)as one of the best kept secrets in the District of Columbia.

Our students are among the best with alumni who have gone on to attend some of the top high schools in D.C. Our teachers, staff, and administration are not only some of the best educators in their profession but men and women of God who believe God has called them to do a special work in the lives of children for a time such as this. Finally, wisdom is the foundation upon which the bricks of our school were built and one of the key applications of success here at Calvary Christian Academy.

Calvary Christian Academy, an entity of Greater Mt. Calvary Holy Church, began operations in 1980 as a Nursery through Kindergarten program. In 1991, the church moved to 610 Rhode Island Avenue, NE. Bishop Alfred Owens, Jr. founded the elementary school in 1992, starting with a class of only 10 first grade students. Previously a teacher in DC Public School System, Bishop Owens became the first grade teacher.

Calvary Christian Academy Elementary School was established in 1992 to assist parents in the "whole" spiritual, social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development of their children. The aim of our teachers is to motivate and compel students to become creative thinkers. We, the faculty and administration, interact with them in such a way that learning becomes fun and activities become an intricate part of their mental, emotional, and physical growth. Our vision is to instill Christian values, social morals, good character, and a comprehensive educational curriculum.

Our school has grown tremendously since 1992. The current enrollment is approximately 215 students.

"For not other foundation can anyone lay than that which is (already) laid, which is Jesus Christ, the Messiah, the Anointed One." 1 Cor.3:11