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Our Mission

Building upon the foundation of the Core Knowledge Sequence, Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy partners with families to educate students in grades K-12 in the trivium of grammar, logic, and rhetoric, thus graduating thoughtful, articulate young adults who are prepared for college and a lifetime of citizenship and active intellectual inquiry.
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Press Release: TJCA Announces Personnel Changes

Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy announces leadership transitions as Jason Cole resigns from the Executive Director role, remaining High School Principal for the rest of this school year. Associate Executive Director and Middle School Principal Jodi Isaacs assumes responsibilities as the new Executive Director and Acting Middle School Principal, bringing extensive leadership experience and a strong record of academic innovation and securing significant grant funding. Kristilee Newton continues her impactful leadership as Grammar School Principal. The Board thanks all leaders for their dedicated service and is committed to supporting a smooth transition.
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“A society that wishes to be both ignorant and free, in a state of civilization, wants what never was, and never will be.” - Thomas Jefferson

Mission
 
Building upon the foundation of the Core Knowledge Sequence, Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy partners with families to educate students in grades K-12 in the trivium of grammar, logic, and rhetoric, thus graduating thoughtful, articulate young adults who are prepared for college and a lifetime of citizenship and active intellectual inquiry.
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  • $3+ million Class of 2024 merit-based schoolarships
  • 15 Fine Art Classes
  • 55+ Sports, clubs and activities
  • 11th Ranked high school in NC