Basic Information 8150 Oliver Road, Erie, PA, Pennsylvania Co-ed Christian (Non-denominational) 1993 Pre. K or less 1:12 75%

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1 WELCOME

2 Basic Information Location: 8150 Oliver Road, Erie, PA, State: Pennsylvania School Type: Co-ed Religious Background: Christian (Non-denominational) Founded: 1993 Grade Levels: Pre. K-12 College Prep Education Approx. Number of Students: 265 (135 in 9-12) Average Class Size: 20 or less Teacher to Student Ratio: 1:12 Teacher with higher level degrees: 75% International Students: 50 (students from China, Korea, Vietnam, Africa, Europe, South & North America) Boarding/ Home Stay available for International Students Web Address:

3 Location Erie First Christian Academy is located in Erie, PA, just minutes from the shores of Lake Erie, one of the great lakes of the US. Climate Four distinct seasons. Comfortable autumn and springs, mild summers and cold winters with plenty of snow sports.

4 History Erie First Christian Academy, (EFCA), was founded as a non-denominational Christian school under the umbrella of First Assembly of God, Erie, Pennsylvania, in EFCA experienced growth from a elementary school to a K-12 school with its first graduating class in EFCA provides traditional college preparatory academics, with a full roster of extracurricular and campus activities that can be customized to meet the needs of each student.

5 Modern School Facilities Modern School Facilities Erie First is a Modern building with large classrooms, gymnasium, soccer fields, indoor and outdoor basketball, and volleyball courts. We offer a modern science, art and computer labs and a multi-million dollar stage/sound system for concert and drama studies or events.

6 Student Center "The Summit" The building serves as an activities center for the students next to the school with the following amenities: Ultra-modern design Two half-court indoor basketball courts Multimedia theatre with over $600,000 invested in audio-visual equipment On-site student-run café Study rooms TVs equipped with video game systems Ping pong and pool tables

7 Dorm Facilities Modern facility built in 2010 with large activities center completed in The dorm features: Large rooms with private bathrooms Several common areas for student studies High speed Internet Kitchen and snack area open 7 days a week Activities center with workout equipment, TV's/Gaming, Ping Pong and Pool Tables Very secure area with cameras, 24-hour security and staff on-site Our housing facility is open the entire school year with employees who are able to take students to any activity or school event. We have eight kitchen staff to prepare food and serve outstanding meals. Our head chef is recognized as a top chef in our region. Tutors and Teachers are available on-site at the dorm to assist students with ESL and homework.

8 Dorm Facilities & Home Stay Dormitory & Activity Center Amenities in the dormitory consist of double occupancy rooms (each with their own bathroom), 16 CCTV Cameras, 24/7 supervision/security, on-site faculty and tutors, a basketball court, a full kitchen, free laundry, multiple LCD TVs with video games, and much more. The new Activity center was completed in 2012 with ping pong tables, work out fitness equipment, treadmills, and lounge area for the students. The boarding students live in the new modern dorm facility located just 5 miles from the Academy in historic Waterford PA. Home Stay After the student has lived at the dorm for 6 months to a year and has sufficient English skills to be successful in school, they are offered home stay in an American home. If the parent wishes to have their child in home stay we work with the parent and student to find the best match based on the students interests. Many students remain in the dorm due to the supportive atmosphere and structure.

9 Accreditation Erie First Christian Academy is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International and The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. We are also accreddited by Qisan - Quality International Study Abroad Network. SAT Scores 2012 SAT TOTAL Domestic Graduates International Graduates 2012 US Average Our upper 20% score above 2000 In their SAT and are in the top percentile in the USA.

10 Academic Programs Dual Enrollment & A/P Courses Twenty nine total advanced course offered. Six honors courses offered on campus. Eight Advanced Placement (AP) online courses offered, and fifteen Dual Enrollment courses offered through nearby Gannon University. Students wishing to take Dual Enrollment courses must apply into the RCI (Regional Choice Initiative) program with Gannon University. Only juniors and seniors with a minimum 3.25 GPA are permitted to take the courses, (Specific GPA and other conditions are dependent on year of enrollment). The 15 courses include: Environmental Issues Introduction to Criminal Justice Human Biology Foundations of Western Heritage Introduction to Law College Composition History of the West & the World Introduction to Philosophy Introduction to Psychology Psychology of Human Development Sports Psychology EFCA provides traditional college preparatory academics, with a full roster of extracurricular and campus activities that can be customized to meet the needs of each student.

11 ESL Programs & Staff The comprehensive ESL program involves a wide variety of extracurricular activities such as local family buddies, ESL field trips, ESL tutoring, extra help, and constant English support while on campus. Carrie Zielinski- ESL Coordinator and Instructor with a BA Degree in Education and Language from Mercyhurst College and currently completing Masters Degree in communications. Carrie has taught in public schools for ten years and at Erie First 2 years in a capacity of Languages teacher and ESL. Carrie has assisted 1000 s of students over the years in adapting to life in America and improving their English skills. Cherie Zurad- English & History English teacher with a BA Degree in Education, Math and Science. She has taught English for 3 years in China. She taught in China from 2008 to 2010 at Ren Da Fu Zhong School in Beijing. She loves different cultures and enjoys working with international students. Adam Denevic- English Teacher Adam assist s International students with their studies at School and at the dorm facility. Adam holds a BA in Education and has taught in schools for 5 years. Adam enjoys working with international students and leads several of the popular clubs and activities both at school and the dorm.

12 Social Life Students can enjoy many local activities such as Airsoft, Bowling, Boating, Fishing, Ice Skating, Shooting Sports, Skiing, Laser Tag, Paintball, Horseback Riding, Golf, Swimming, Shopping, Travel, and Interscholastic Sports. Students Attend Concerts, School Dances, Professional Athletic Events, Camps, Sports Outings and much more.

13 High School Sports Erie First competes in the PA Interscholastic Athletic Association, (PIAA) league. We offer Competitive teams both in varsity and junior varsity level. Competitive sports creates qualities in its participants that translates into success in all areas of life.

14 School Clubs & Activities Academic Decathalon Archery & Shooting Boating & Canoeing Business Club Chess Chorus Cooking Club Concerts Gaming Club Graphic Art Club Horseback Riding Hiking/ Orienteering Kayaking Photography Ping Pong Praise Band Robotics Skiing & Ice Skating Speech & Debate Student Government Travel & History Trips Yearbook Interscholastic Basketball Cheerleading Cross Country Soccer Softball Track & Field Volleyball Intramural Badminton Billiards Skiing Flag Football Paintball Tennis Volleyball

15 College Statistics International Student Acceptance Rate: 100% (all 4-year universities) Other Matriculations: EFCA graduates have recently attended colleges throughout the U.S.A. Some of the finest universities in the USA are located locally & regionally Local Colleges Regional Colleges Many of our international students attend PennState (One of the top 25 Universities in the USA)

16 International Student Fees Contact your educational agent or our school for scholorship availability or needs based tuition. Become a part of our family Erie First Christian Academy, Erie Pennsylvania, at info@efcaonline.org Web: USA