Brevard Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy

The beautiful grounds and quaint buildings of the Brevard Music Center provide the backdrop for the art and science of teaching at Brevard Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy. The art of teaching stirs the feelings and imaginations of children by stimulating wonder, curiosity and love of learning. The science of teaching requires teachers to remain abreast of their content areas, adept in exemplary practices, and committed to state and national standards that prepare students to excel in a globally competitive world.

It is the mission of Brevard Academy: A Challlenge Foundation Academy to provide high quality education for a diverse community of students, grades K-8, in a nurturing environment that motivates children in the pursuit of personal excellence. As a partnership between teachers, students, and parents, the school is dedicated to the development of the whole child and to the enhancement of the values of respect and responsibility.

Brevard Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy is a public charter school, charges no tuition, and is open to any child eligible for the public school systems of North Carolina and the immediately adjacent areas of South Carolina. BA-CFA is characterized by small classes and an excellent music and art program. Physical activity occurs on the picturesque BMC campus and incorporates outdoor education knowledge and skills that will serve students well throughout their lifetimes. 8th Grade students have the opportunity to take Algebra and Spanish for high school credit.

Brevard Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy students live by an Honor Code that promotes consideration, integrity, positive spirit, and value of the individual. The curriculum develops enthusiasm for investigative learning, encourages students to produce original ideas, think creatively, and solve problems effectively.

The school calendar must fit between the Brevard Music Center seasons. Therefore, the school year begins in mid-August and ends in late May. The first semester ends before the holiday vacation in late December. The school's capacity is 200 students. At this time, there is no waiting list. Brevard Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy has no transportation so parents have a greater responsibility in having their children in school on time. The advantage to parents is the daily opportunity to meet with teachers and other parents in a casual yet meaningful way.

Parents play a major role in the educational experience at Brevard Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy. They drive students on field trips and tutor students during the day and after school. They interact with students in booster groups, PTO family gatherings, classroom activities, and are invited to the many programs students perform throughout the year. Their support makes Brevard Academy: A Challenge Foudnation Academy an impressive community of adults devoted to the academic and social success of students.