Web Site Revised: 2/4/2025 [Refresh Your Browser]
Mission Statement
To support Christian families in training their children to mature in Christ by nurturing them in Christian character, by identifying and maximizing their God-given talents, and by fully equipping them academically so that they will be disciple-makers who will impact generations to the glory of God.
The School Year is Underway…
The school is a resource participant in the new Educational Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) program again this school year. We had several families that received state funds to move their children from public to private school. The opportunities are in the process of being expanded to private school students as well. There will be 10,000 scholarships awarded for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Enrollment remains open but their may be class limits now that the year is underway. Parents are urged to contact the school to discuss enrolling or transferring to OCA.
Re-enrollment for Current Students
Re-Enrollment Applications for current students are available on the Admissions tab.
New Student Applications will be available beginning March 15, 2025.
If you would like to enroll / transfer your child to OCA, please visit the Admissions tab and download our application and contact the school to make an appointment with a senior staff member.
New for 2025-2026
The South Carolina Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) is being revised by the legislature. The State Senate has passed Bill S-62 to revising the funding section which was rejected by the State Supreme Court in 2024. Current bill removes the eligibility requirement of having to transfer from public to private school, increases the number of scholarships to 10,000 in 2025-2026, and increase the amount to $8500 per child. We encourage you to visit the ESTF APPLICATION WEBSITE to verify eligibility and apply. The deadline is March 15, 2025. If your child is already in our school or other private school, select the eligibility status “OTHER”. The website reflects the current law requirements so by selecting OTHER your application will be processed in the queue once the new version is signed into law. Don’t delay in applying for this benefit as 4000 applications have already been submitted.
New Softball Field, Horticulture, and Recreation Space. We have cleared and additional 2 acres of land to expand our athletic, science, and physical education space. It is our hope to have or Ladies Softball Team playing and practicing on our campus this Spring.
2024-2025 Updates
The Board of Directors are excited to welcome Mrs. Danielle Newhall as the new Principal this school year. She brings over 13 years of teaching and administrative experience. Mrs. Newhall was the Vice Principal for OCA with an expert understanding of our ABeka curriculum and is well known and respected by the South Carolina Association of Christian Schools. She served as teacher and Vice Principal under Mrs. Cynthia Poor; the school’s founding and guiding presence for 28 years. Upon her retirement, Mrs. Poor received the title of “Principal & Educator Emeritus”. Mrs. Poor has accepted an executive position on the Board of Directors when Mrs. Mary Boone-Ritter retired from the board in May of 2024 after her many years of good and faithful service to Orangeburg Christian Academy.
MySchoolWorx – Provides Online Access to your child’s assignments, posted grades, attendance, and more. Parents with a current email address on file will receive an invitation to login to our new school portal. The site can be accessed on PC or Mobile Device. MySchoolWorx provides 24/7 HelpDesk Support and online training. We will also be making Breakfast and Lunch ordering/payment available online this school year through MySchoolWorx (more on this process in the weeks ahead).
Online Bill Payment – We plan to make paying tuition and fees easier in the weeks ahead. OCA will start accepting CCard and Debit Card payments at the Front Desk (currently being tested) . Eventually you will be able to access secure payment site on this web site.
Registration and Enrollment information is found under the Admissions tab.
Careers / Employment
Inquiries are always welcome as Employment Opportunities may become available throughout the year. The Board of Directors is exploring adding part-time Information Technology and Facility Manager positions. Please visit the Employment tab for listings and download an application.
We welcome applicants who are available to Substitute Teach in either Elementary or High School. These would be paid at competitive rates by the class, day, or week (Monday – Thursday)
or fax to 803-888-5677. A basic background check is required before hiring.
Orangeburg Christian Academy, Inc.
1842 Joe Jeffords Hwy. | Orangeburg, South Carolina 29115
Office Hours
7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Mon. – Thurs.
We are a 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. Donations supporting our mission are fully tax deductible.
Fully Accredited
by the
South Carolina Association of Christian Schools
Member of American Association of Christian Schools
