Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a cost to attend this school?
No. Cherokee Charter Academy is a FREE Public Charter School open to all students in South Carolina. CCA will NEVER charge tuition.
Do the students wear uniforms?
Yes. Our students will have a school uniform that will be available at the school. Our uniforms are cost effective and durable. The students can leave behind the worries of "am I dressed ok?" at the door of the school and simply enjoy learning and playing with their friends! Our uniforms will have the school crest on the front as well as a small American flag on the right sleeve.
How do I enroll my student(s)?
Just click Apply Now on the Home page of this site.
What grade levels are served?
Beginning in August of 2021 Cherokee Charter Academy will serve grades 5 year old Kindergarten through the 6th Grade. We will grow one grade each year until we reach Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Does the school have buses?
YES! Our school will provide bus options serving communities with group stops. We are planning those stops for the new year now but will currently have stops in Blacksburg, near Chesnee, as well as Crayons to Computers daycare. The bus service will be at no charge.
Where can we learn more about the Curricula that will be used?
For Core Knowledge and Core Knowledge Language Arts click here;
https://www.coreknowledge.org/
For Eureka Math click here;
For Core Virtues click here;
Does the school have a mascot? School Colors?
Yes. We are the Cherokee Charter Academy Patriots and our colors are red, white, and blue.
GO PATRIOTS!
Will the schedule be 5 days a week?
Yes. Our school follows a tradition start date of late August through May and we attend school Monday through Friday.