The Excellence is Civics award recognition is based on a school demonstrating knowledge and effective implementation of the six proven practices in civic learning: classroom instruction in civics and government, history, economics, geography, law and democracy; service learning linked to classroom learning; experiential learning; learning through participation in models and simulations of democratic processes and procedures; guided classroom discussion of current issues and events; and meaningful participation in school governance.

This is our second year receiving the School of Merit award.  Only 30 schools were chosen and ACA was one of four charter schools to receive a Civic Engagement Award. Our strength lies in our service learning projects through NHS, Mentor Club and Rotary Clubs.  ACA has also seen growth in experiential learning  through our Capitol Scholars program, Step Up poll workers program, Teen Court and our annual voter registration drive.

ACA takes pride in the civic engagement of our students and the opportunities we can provide  to our students to have an active voice in their community and  their futures.