Cherokee Charter Academy

🌞🏊‍♂️ Summer camp has been a blast at Cherokee Charter Academy!

Our second grade students have had the opportunity to learn about water safety and receive swimming lessons from the amazing staff at the YMCA of Gaffney. These experiences help students build confidence, develop important life skills, and have fun while staying active.

At Cherokee Charter Academy, we believe that health and fitness support academic success. Did you know that our students enjoy PE every day during the school year—and even during summer camp?

We are committed to educating the whole child by promoting healthy minds, healthy bodies, and a love of lifelong learning!

📚☀️ Our 4K and 5K Summer Camp students have had a blast reading, learning, and working together this week!

Did you know that reading for at least 20 minutes each day can help build vocabulary, improve comprehension, and foster a lifelong love of learning? At Cherokee Charter Academy, we believe literacy is the foundation for success. That's why we make reading fun while encouraging teamwork, collaboration, and creativity.

We are so proud of our campers and all the enthusiasm they have shown this week. From sharing stories to working together on activities, they have made summer learning both meaningful and exciting!

Keep up the great work, readers! 📖✨

Our Summer Camp students in Kindergarten, 2nd, 4th, and 5th grades had an amazing opportunity yesterday to visit the Cherokee County Library for an exciting animal demonstration presented by Wildlife Geeks! 🦎🐍🦉

Students enjoyed learning about a variety of fascinating animals while gaining a deeper appreciation for wildlife and conservation.

A special thank you to Heath Ward and the Cherokee County Library team for partnering with us and helping provide enriching experiences for our students. We are grateful for the many opportunities our community offers to make summer learning fun, engaging, and memorable! ❤️

🌟 Celebrating Excellence at the Charter Institute at Erskine's Eighth Annual Awards Banquet! 🌟

Cherokee Charter Academy was proud to attend the Charter Institute at Erskine's Eighth Annual Awards Banquet, an event that continues to reflect the tremendous growth of school choice in South Carolina and our state's commitment to educational freedom. This year, more than 600 individuals from across the state, country, and world gathered to celebrate excellence in education and recognize those making a lasting impact on students and families.

We were honored to recognize our Students of the Year, Brooklynn Pennington (Elementary) and Haven Clark (Middle School); our Teachers of the Year, Molly Blanton (Elementary) and Jessica Bridges (Middle School); and our Volunteer of the Year, Brittany Varner, for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to making a positive difference in our school community.

Our Students of the Year exemplify academic achievement, strong character, and leadership. Our Teachers of the Year demonstrate an unwavering commitment to student success and inspire excellence every day in their classrooms. Our Volunteer of the Year generously gives her time and support to help our school and students thrive.

The Institute recognized 140 outstanding individuals who walked across the stage and are setting the standard for service and excellence in education. We are incredibly proud that Cherokee Charter Academy was represented among this distinguished group of honorees.

Congratulations to all of our award recipients! Your hard work, passion, and service make a lasting impact on the lives of our students, families, and staff. Thank you for helping make Cherokee Charter Academy a place where everyone can learn, grow, and succeed.

👏 Please join us in celebrating these remarkable individuals and their accomplishments! Charter Institute at Erskine

Today, we honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We are forever grateful for their courage, dedication, and service.

Today we proudly celebrate National Speech-Language Pathologist Day and recognize the incredible impact our SLPs make each and every day at Cherokee Charter Academy! 🎉💙

A special thank you to Mrs. Helms and Mrs. Shelor for their dedication, compassion, and commitment to helping our students grow in communication, confidence, and success. Your patience, encouragement, and expertise make a lasting difference in the lives of so many students and families.

We are grateful for all you do to support and inspire our Cherokee Charter Academy students. Thank you for serving our school community with excellence and care! 👏📚🗣️

A huge thank you to Nestlé of Gaffney for your generous donation to support our “Be a Patriot Give 5” summer book program! 📚❤️

Because of your support, every student in 4K through 6th grade received 5 books to take home and enjoy over the summer. We are so excited to help our students continue learning and growing through reading all summer long!

Check out our amazing Kindergarten students shopping for their summer books and getting excited about choosing stories to enjoy during summer break. There’s nothing better than seeing the joy that books bring! 📖✨

📣 SAVE THE DATE! 📣

Cherokee Charter Academy invites you to our OPEN HOUSE on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.!

Come see what makes our school a place to learn, grow, and be inspired! 🌟

✔️ Tour the school
✔️ Meet our amazing teachers
✔️ Review curriculum
✔️ Ask questions and learn more about our programs

📍 3206 Cherokee Ave., Gaffney, SC 29340

We can’t wait to welcome new families and future Patriots! ❤️💙

📞 For more information: 864-489-7192
🌐 www.cherokee.education

🌟 Making History at Cherokee Charter Academy! 🌟

Our student leaders are paving the way as the very first High School Beta Club members at Cherokee Charter Academy! 🎉 This amazing group of students is stepping into a brand-new adventure as we launch High School Beta Club at CCA.

Beta Club is more than just an organization — it’s an opportunity for students to grow in:
⭐ Leadership
⭐ Academic Excellence
⭐ Character Development
⭐ Service to Others
⭐ Teamwork & Friendship

We are so proud of these students for being trailblazers and setting the standard for future Beta members at CCA. Their dedication, positivity, and leadership are already making a difference in our school community.
The future is bright at CCA, and this is only the beginning! 💙💛