Description
Academia Cristo Rey is a Catholic School serving students in preschool and kindergarten to grade twelve. The school opened in September, 1961. It is a non-profit organization owned and directed by a Board of Directors.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to develop individuals with a solid relationship with God and others, with full command of their academic skills, sports, and the English language, without disregarding their Puerto Rican identity, their skills in the fine arts, and their cultural values.
Enrollment
Total: 615 co-ed students
Faculty and Personnel
Principal, Vice-Principal, 40 classroom teachers, 3 physical education instructors, music teacher, social worker, school nurse, network administrator, all degreed and certified.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Puerto Rico General Council of Education and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Spiritual Growth
Religious instruction in the Catholic Faith, daily prayer, sacramental preparation, active participation in liturgical celebrations, retreats, and service projects.
Curriculum
Core curriculum required by the Department of Education – Language Arts (Spanish, English, French), Math, Social Studies, Science, Handwriting, Art, Music, Environmental Science, Digital Photography, Physical Education, and Religion Education. Basic skills are reinforced and enrichment is provided through various methods. Computers are integrated throughout the curriculum and are Internet connected.
Facilities
Chapel, Library, Lunch Room, Communications Technology Area, Science Labs, Computer Lab, Audiovisual Resource Room, Gymnasium, 3 Basketball / Volleyball Courts, Green areas, Parking area
Daily Schedule
Full Day-Classes begin at 7:50A.M. and dismissal at 3:10P.M.
Preschool Program
Our pre-school program provides a pleasant Christian environment where your preschooler can grow and develop through many motivating skills and activities.
Nutritional Federal Program
We provide breakfast and lunch for our students.
Extra-Curricular
*Intramural basketball, volleyball, soccer sponsored by a private instructor, Boy Scouts/Cub Scouts.
*All seniors contribute a minimum of 40 hours of community service.
*ACR offers spiritual growth through weekly mass, retreats, liturgies and prayer services.
*There are several fine arts performances throughout the year which include music, choir, plays, photography displays, and a talent show.
*Other activities include the Science Fair, Book Fair, History talks, media presentations, field trips, Math tutoring, supervised homeworks, Stock Market Game, and other educational contests.
Clubs and Organizations
*National Honor Society
*School Newspaper
*Student Council
*Concert Choir
*Holy Childhood Association
*Math Club
*Science Club
*Chess Club
Athletics
*Volleyball
*Basketball
*Softball
*Soccer
*Track & Field
School Location
Calle San Judas 3011
Urb. La Rambla
Ponce, PuertoRico
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