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In 1988, Dr. Gene and Sue Lingerfelt founded St. Paul's Preparatory Academy (formerly Cathedral Christian Academy) as an extended ministry of Overcoming Faith Christian Center to provide a substantial, high-quality, college-preparatory, Christian education for the children of the church and concerned parents in the Arlington and Dallas-Ft. Worth communities. Honor, Duty, and Loyalty—these three words provide the theoretical, practical, and spiritually based framework for St. Paul’s approach to a world of increasing complexities and challenges. Just as St. Paul believed that God called him to share the Gospel with all people, so too does St. Paul’s Preparatory Academy believe that God has called it to educate young minds, from every background of society, in a way that contributes to the continuing realization of God’s Kingdom in this life and in the next. The mission of St. Paul’s Preparatory Academy is to prepare students for success in the secular academy, in the world, and in the ministry through a classical, historically grounded education system that instills honor, duty, and loyalty as worthwhile characteristics for individuals truly interested in achieving success in every realm of life. The school’s curriculum is founded upon classical principles and approaches to learning, which have been in use since antiquity. This foundation provides the intellectual and spiritual means for challenging students to become Christ-centered individuals, who can articulate their beliefs, values, and knowledge in affirmation of Christ’s Gospel and its applicability to life. This approach—grounded in classical knowledge, belief in ultimate Truth, and an emphasis on contribution to one’s community and world—serves as the basis for imparting St. Paul’s teaching into the life of every child. St. Paul's Preparatory Academy has been accredited by the Texas Alliance of Accredited Private Schools (TAAPS) and is also a member of the Association of Christian Schools International.
St. Paul's Preparatory Academy is a member of the Texas Alliance of Accredited Private Schools (TAAPS), the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), the Texas Independent School Consortium (TISC), Christian School Athletic Fellowship (CSAF), and Texas Christian Athletic Fellowship (TCAF). The Preschool Department is licensed through the State of Texas. Elements that Make St. Paul's Unique
High school graduates from St. Paul's Preparatory Academy have been accepted to many universities across the country for both undergraduate and graduate studies. These universities and institutions include:
St. Paul's Preparatory Academy students in grades K3-12 wear uniforms purchased from Mills Uniforms. You may contact Mills Uniforms at 817.801.1629 for more information. Mills Uniforms is located at 1801 Eastchase Parkway, Suite 101, Fort Worth, Texas 76102.
Kindergarten and Preschool Licensing The Kindergarten and Preschool are licensed through the State of Texas and the City of Arlington. Chapel
The school holds chapel services weekly, and each grade level participates periodically in special chapel presentations, designed to encourage participation and peer-to-peer instruction. Parents and friends are always welcome to attend. For more information about chapel or special upcoming presentations, please view our calendar of events or e-mail us.Registration and Touring Information The school's regular office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Registration and touring appointments may be made by clicking here.
After listening to the call of God by starting the Cathedral of Praise, a non-denominational, full-Gospel church in 1984, Dr. Gene and Sue Lingerfelt also founded St. Paul's Preparatory Academy (previously known as Cathedral Christian Academy) in 1988. On the Web: OvercomingFaith.com
Janice Wood has been St. Paul's Preparatory Academy's principal since 1990. Before becoming principal, she taught third grade for one year. She received her B.S. in Elementary Science in 1967 from the University of North Texas, and in 1999, Mrs. Wood also received her M.S. in Education Administration with honors from the University of Texas at Arlington. During her career prior to joining St. Paul's, Mrs. Wood worked for the Arlington Independent School District (1967-1969), helped found one the first Presbyterian pre-schools (1970), and taught as a private piano teacher (1970-1992). Since 1990, Mrs. Wood has seen many students come to St. Paul's Preparatory Academy, and as the school has expanded, she has sought to constantly improve the school's quality of education, while mentoring the school's graduating classes. As both an instructor and administrator, Mrs. Wood gives all she can towards making this school a true preparatory academy that makes students Christ-centered, ethically conscious individuals. E-mail: Principal Janice Wood
Gayla Rockwell has been a member of St. Paul's faculty for over 15 years. She is an amazing servant of God, and has taught everything from Mother's Day Out to middle school math, science, and even chapel. Mrs. Rockwell also supervises the school's elementary grades. Nearly every student at St. Paul's has had Mrs. Rockwell as an instructor at least once. She graduated from Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, and she is a wonderful, inspiring teacher, who truly embodies Christ's love for others. E-mail: Assistant Principal Gayla Rockwell If you have questions that our web site has not answered, then please send us an e-mail by visiting our contact page. |
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