"Seek the LORD and His strength;

Seek His face evermore!"

Psalms 105:4

ABOUT SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Southside Christian Academy is a private Christian school in St. Petersburg, Florida. A ministry of Southside Tabernacle Baptist Church, Southside Christian Academy has been providing a quality Christian education for over 30 years. Currently, we are accepting enrollment for grades K through 5. Contact the school office for information on enrolling your child at Southside Christian Academy.

Southside Christian Academy

Office address:

3624 Queensboro Avenue South

St. Petersburg, Florida 33711

Office phone: 727-327-2691

School Hours: 8:30 AM-3:00 PM

Before Care: Begins at 7:00 AM

Non-Before Care Arrival Time: 8:15 AM

After Care: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

SCA Principal: Pastor Richard Jackson

SCA Business Administrator: Mrs. Telecia Clemons


SCA PHILOSOPHY

Southside Christian Academy is a Christian school based on a Biblical worldview which serves as the all-encompassing framework for the entire content and conduct of the school. Knowledge, understanding, and excellence are generated as students develop to their highest potential. Emphasis is placed on the scholarly integration of Biblical faith with learning and living as they are developed through curricula and extracurricular programs. The faculty imparts knowledge and models mature Christian living to challenge and to mold students to develop spiritually, physically, socially, and emotionally so that they may become a vital part of our society. Such education is primarily the parents' responsibility. Because the school functions as an extension of the home to aid parents in providing the child's total education, we are engaged in a mutual and unique opportunity.



FINANCIAL

TUITION

Tuition, curriculum, and fees can be paid via self pay (parents / guardians) or through the Step Up for Students Scholarship. Parents and guardians wishing to apply for the Step Up for Students Scholarship (to pay for their child's tuition, books, and fees at Southside Christian Academy) must apply through the Step Up for Students Scholarship website. Any questions, please contact the school office at 727-327-2691.

FEES

Before and After Care: The fee is $70 per week and includes breakfast (arrival by 7:45 AM) and afternoon snack.

Before Care Only: The fee is $35 per week and includes breakfast. The student must arrive by 7:45 AM.

After Care Only: The fee is $35 per week and includes snack


LUNCHES

Students bring their own lunch every day. Microwave and refrigeration are not available for students.


UNIFORMS

Students are expected to arrive to school in uniform daily, and must adhere to the school uniform policy.


Boys and Girls Uniform for Monday thru Thursday:

TOPS: Solid red or white or navy blue polo


BOTTOMS: Navy blue bottoms


FOOTWEAR: Socks and enclosed rubber sole shoes with fasteners (Velcro, lace, or buckles) are required daily.

Sneakers are preferred, socks are required.


Uniform for Chapel Fridays:

**Girls**

A solid white blouse with navy blue skirt or jumper and enclosed rubber sole shoes


**Boys**

A solid white dress shirt and tie with long navy blue uniform pants and enclosed rubber sole shoes

Please refer to the SCA Parent Handbook for more info.


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