First Presbyterian Academy’s K5 - 5th Grade Program prepares students for the rigors of Middle School while celebrating the differences of all God’s children. The average week of an Elementary student will include challenging, hands-on classroom time, instruction in Spanish, STEM, Art, Physical Education, Music, Chapel and daily Bible lessons. Classroom management is approached from a biblical worldview with the example of Christ and the teachings of scripture as our foundation. Further opportunities are available for students who qualify for the Gifted Program.
Related Arts:
Music
PE
Art
STEM
Spanish
HOURS OF OPERATION:
School Day:
Full Day 8:10 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Early Stay available at 7:15 a.m.
Students may begin entering classrooms at 7:40 a.m.
Late Stay available from 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
All School Early Dismissal - 11:45 a.m.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY ALSO OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL PROGRAMS TO LOWER SCHOOL STUDENTS.
IGNITE GIFTED PROGRAM (2nd - 5th Grade)
Sandy Lesley
Lower School Principal
Education:
- Masters in Educational Leadership from Liberty University
- Bachelors in Science in Elementary Education from Erskine College
- Endorsement/ certifications in Reading Intervention, Gifted and Talented, and physical education
Favorite verse:
- Psalms 117:2 “Great is His steadfast love for us, the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever.”
Family & Fun Facts:
- Married with 3 kids (boy, girl, boy)
- My husband and I are both life-long educators and think it’s one of the best callings!