News and updates from CCS-America and our campuses.
Celebrating William ShakespeareQuarter 1 wrapped up with CCS-America’s twelfth annual Shakespeare Week celebrations! Throughout the week, campuses hosted a variety of engaging activities and lessons centered on William Shakespeare and the Elizabethan era.Each campus had its own unique lineup of experiences, giving…
Celebrating William ShakespeareQuarter 1 wrapped up with CCS-America’s twelfth annual Shakespeare Week celebrations! Throughout the week, campuses hosted a variety of engaging activities and lessons centered on William Shakespeare and the Elizabethan era.Each campus had its…
NC Universities Embrace Classical Choice Classical charter students get an admission edge By Jessica Lopez, Dean of Classical Humanities A college admissions test measuring skills that are emphasized in classic curricula just got the nod from…
And Our 2025 Soccer Champions Are… After a competitive and hard-fought middle school soccer season, the CCS-Southport boys’ team and the CCS-Leland girls’ team have come out on top and earned the title of the 2025…
October is National Principals Month! This month, we are proud to celebrate our dedicated and passionate Classical Charter Schools of America Headmasters. They work tirelessly to support our students, staff, and families, both in the classroom…
CCS-America Excels on State Tests Due to the hard work of the CCS-America community, all four CCS-America schools scored impressively high on the North Carolina 2024-2025 End of Grade/ End of Course tests! The scores were…
National Beta Schools of MeritCCS-Leland and CCS-Whiteville have been named 2024-2025 National Beta Schools of Merit by the National Beta Club, the nation’s largest independent student honor society. The award honors Beta Clubs that include members…
What is Direct Instruction? All CCS-America schools utilize Direct Instruction, a research-based instructional approach that emphasizes the use of intensive, small group instruction, using carefully designed lessons. Through Direct Instruction, complex cognitive skills are broken down…
Students, Start Your Pencils!Last week, all four CCS-America campuses held their annual FASTAR® (Fluent Academic Skills Tournament in Arithmetic and Reading) races. This year was extra special, as we celebrated the 2oth anniversary of FASTAR®!Our elementary…
Top National Rankings for CCS-Leland and CCS-WhitevilleCCS-Leland and CCS-Whiteville have tied for #1 and #3, respectively, among more than 250 schools nationwide in the Classic Learning Test’s (CLT8) 2025 CLT8 School Rankings.Of the 20 highest-scoring schools,…
Welcome to Quarter 3! Welcome back! Here is what to look forward to this quarter: For a look at the entire 2024-2025 calendar, click on the link below. School Calendar ************** Leslie Smith Named CCS–Wilmington Headmaster…
School News – 12/18/2024 Happy Holidays from CCS-A!The Roger Bacon Academy wishes you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Thank you for being a part of our incredible school community.We hope…
Enrollment is OPEN!Spread the word- Open Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year is finally here! Tell your friends and family!Enrollment is now open for the upcoming school year. This means that all prospective students- including siblings…
Honoring Our Heroes On Friday, November 8th, each CCS-America campus held its annual Veterans Day Program. Family members, local veterans, and members of the community were invited to join in a celebration of those who protect…
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Southport and Leland are CCS-A Soccer Champions! We are proud to announce that Southport and Leland have emerged as the champions of our inaugural CCS-A middle school soccer season! This year, all three of our middle…
Classical Curriculum Spotlight: Penmanship A key element of the Classical Charter Schools of America curriculum is the teaching of, and emphasis on, proper penmanship. We believe that our students have countless bright ideas to share with…
Welcome to Quarter 2! Welcome back! We are so excited for another outstanding quarter. Here is what to look forward to: For a look at the entire 2024-2025 calendar, click on the link below. School Calendar…
Shakespeare Week 2024Although cut short by the storm, CCS-America schools ended Quarter 1 by celebrating our annual Shakespeare Week! Every year, students and staff celebrate by participating in activities, crafts, and events that illustrate Shakespearean life.This…
Exciting Kickoff: CCS-America Soccer Season is Here! The inaugural season of Classical Charter Schools of America soccer has officially begun, and it’s already shaping up to be a great one! Our boys and girls middle school…
Welcome to the 2024-2025 School Year! Our 25th Anniversary Year! Classical Charter Schools of America campuses are off to a fantastic start in the 2024-2025 school year! Here is what to look forward to during the…
Dear Classical Charter Schools of America parents, families, and friends, With the end of the 2023-2024 school year approaching, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for all that our students and staff have accomplished.…
Basketball Season Comes to a Close The first CCS-America basketball season has officially come to a close. Congratulations to all of the athletes for their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship displayed throughout the six games. In…
Race of Champions Classical Charter Schools of Southport held the 10th Annual FASTAR® Race of Champions on Wednesday, April 24th. Competitors from each CCS-America campus showcased incredible skill, speed, and accuracy. Following four quick races, each…
It’s FASTAR Championship Week! CCS-America students competing in the annual FASTAR® (Fluent Academic Skills Tournament in Arithmetic and Reading) competition will race to the finish line this week, with the Race of Champions scheduled for next…
Welcome to Quarter 4! We hope you all had a wonderful Spring Break! This year has flown by, and we are excited to finish the 2023-2024 school year strong! Here are the highlights to look forward…
Attendance is School attendance is the key to success and academic achievement. For students to consistently learn and grow, Classical Charter Schools of America takes student attendance very seriously. In compliance with the North Carolina Compulsory…
CCS-Leland Presents Finding Nemo, Jr.! The Classical Charter Schools of Leland Show Choir presented its first performance in the school’s new auditorium on March 1st and 2nd – “Finding Nemo, Jr.”! Based on the beloved 2003…
What is FASTAR®? A month before the most famous auto race in America, the Indianapolis 500, CCS-America students will compete in a race of their own, a voluntary, extracurricular academic tournament known as FASTAR® (Fluent Academic…
2024 Handwriting Contest Winners National Handwriting Day is celebrated each year on January 23rd, the birthday of John Hancock. Hancock is best known for being the first and most prominent signatory to the Declaration of Independence.…
Dean Lopez Classical Charter Schools of Leland Receives National Award for the CLT8 Classical Charter Schools of Leland has earned its ranking in the Classic Learning Test’s (CLT) 2022-2023 CLT8 School Rankings as one of the…
LELAND, North Carolina –The Charter Day School network of charter schools, anticipating further growth and heightened enrollment demands, is adopting a new name reflecting the schools’ unique classical curriculum and emphasis on civic virtue: Classical Charter…
Leland, NC – Kindergarten and eighth grade students from Charter Day School enjoyed inspiring graduation ceremonies in the presence of their families and loved ones. Teachers and administrators praised their students for their courage, hard work,…
