Welcome to CCA Academy

Empowering Students for a Brighter Future

CCA Academy - Unique Features

What Makes CCA Academy Unique?

  • Requires 18 credits to graduate
  • Youth Development Mentors for all students
  • Urban Agriculture and Sustainability: Bee Keeping, Food Forest, Gardens and Aquaponics
  • Competency Based Education
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Counseling Supports & Resources
  • Dual Credit College Courses
  • Charter Network Courses
  • Cultural Enrichment
  • Internships
  • Post-Secondary Planning
  • Career Training

Welcome to CCA Academy

CCA Academy is a small, private, non-denominational high school located in Chicago's North Lawndale Community. CCA Academy provides non-traditional students, ages 16-21, who have completed eighth grade with a second chance to earn a high school diploma through a rigorous educational program, extracurricular activities, and supportive services that prepare students with the academic, social, and life skills to enroll in higher education, vocational training, or seek gainful employment.

CCA Academy is licensed by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to grant the high school diploma, a Youth Connection Charter School Campus (YCCS), and is a member of the Alternative Schools Network (ASN).