Letter From Our Dean of Student Affairs

Parents/Guardians & Scholars:

Welcome to Ragin Preparatory Christian Academy 2023-2024 school year!

I am honored for the opportunity to serve as RPCA Dean of Scholars Within the position of “Dean of scholars” I am responsible for attendance, discipline, safety, and related student personnel services and performs the duties within the authority and responsibility delegated by the Ragin Preparatory Christian Academy Headmaster.

During this school year, my 4 main focuses will be as followed:

1. Preparing our 8th to 12th Grade at RPCA scholars for their collegiate goals, military admirations, and/or for the workforce by challenging them, preparing them for the required graduation exam, preparing them for the ASVAB, ACT, and SAT, and more. I will work closely with the parents on scholarship opportunities for our graduation scholars. Also, I would like to get at as many schools involved in the upward bound program at Morris College, and the dual enrollment with our partner Central Carolina Technical College.

2. Dress Code: The purpose of the dress code is to provide guidance to scholars and parents as to appropriate attire for school and any school function. In addition, the dress code helps scholars learn a skill, which is required for successful employment linked to clothing. We are asking for the uniforms to be worn properly and wrinkle-free. Children represent not just RPCA but also the parents/guardians and most importantly scholarly attitude.

3 Communication: I look forward to working together to ensure all information is communicated promptly I am asking scholars and parents to voice any suggestions, comments, or concerns in the same manner Communication will foster a consistent daily transition and help our Scholars focus on the main goals.

4. Parent Involvement: For the success of the RPCA scholars we need maximum parent involvement. Research shows that parent engagement in schools is closely linked to positive student behavior, higher academic achievement, and enhanced social skills. Parent engagement assists children and adolescents in avoiding unhealthy behaviors.

There is much work to do but I know with everyone's hard work and dedication to the RPCA scholars: Our future leaders of tomorrow will have a great school year with outstanding results! Proverbs 15:22 “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers, they succeed.”

Jer Stu Dean of Student Affairs

Letter From Our Athletic Director

Welcome back to the 2023-2024 school year at Ragin Preparatory Christian Academy. I hope you all had a great summer. I am very excited about this upcoming year. Entering a year of endless possibilities, I encourage each one of you to charge forward and excel in the classroom as well as in athletics. Education is the foundation of success and development. It is vital that we make sure we first succeed in the classroom.

As Dean of Scholars and Athletic Director, I want to stress the importance of a “Student-Athlete.” It is very important that we work equally as hard in the classroom as in athletics. This year Ragin Preparatory Christian Academy is offering 3 new sports and adding Middle School basketball to the list in addition to Varsity Basketball and Track and Field. We will have a total of 5 sports offered this school year. I am very excited about the new opportunities in athletics this year.

I look forward to seeing all smiles as we fill the halls at Ragin Prep this school year. Enter these classrooms eager to learn as we fulfill our mission of “Equipping our scholars for a successful life through academics and service to Christ.” Remember, “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it.”

ACharge Forward!

Anthon Jackso

Anthony Jackson, Athletic Director

Letter from Our School Counselor

Parents/Guardians & Scholars:

It is with great pleasure that I assume the role of School Counselor at Ragin Preparatory Christian Academy for the 2023-2024 school year.

After spending a fulfilling year in the classroom, I am delighted to shift my focus to supporting our Scholars on a broader scale. As the School Counselor, I am dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where our Scholars can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. I firmly believe that a strong partnership between parents/guardians and the Academy is paramount to ensuring the best learning experience for our Scholars.

In my role as School Counselor, I will offer a range of services designed to enhance the well-being and development of our scholars. These include but are not limited to, teaching essential life skills, facilitating small group activities tailored to their specific needs, and offering individual appointments for personalized support. My primary objective is to foster an environment where scholars feel good about themselves and their place in the school, promoting a sense of belonging and a positive attitude toward learning.

I am genuinely excited about the upcoming school year and the opportunity to meet and work with each of you. Together, we can create a Spirit-Filled, safe, and inspiring educational journey for our Scholars. I encourage parents/guardians to actively engage in their child's educational experience by reaching out to me with any questions, concerns, or ideas you may have.

I am here to listen, support, and collaborate with the Scholars, Faculty, and Staff, and you in the best interest of our Scholars. Let us join hands and build a solid foundation for their success and happiness. I am confident that, together, we will create a vibrant community where every Scholar can flourish.

I eagerly look forward to meeting all of you throughout the school year and witnessing the remarkable progress and achievements of our Scholars.

Grace Upon Grace, Lenore M.W. Jackson

Mrs. Lenore M.W. Jackson, MS-C, MPA

Ragin Preparatory Christian Academy School Counselor