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CCA in the News
2024
Phillis Wheatley mural in South Dallas celebrates poet, abolitionist, Fox 4 News, August 23, 2024
2023
United Way's 'The Pitch' Crowns the Social Innovator of the Year, Awards $275K in Investments, Dallas Innovates, 4/21/2023
Five Impact Entrepreneurs Compete for $250K in Prizes in United Way’s Social Innovation Competition, Dallas Innovates, 4/11/23
At ‘The Pitch,’ United Way highlights the vital role of innovation in social change, Dallas Morning News, 3/31/23
Revitalizing South Dallas’ Wheatley Place Starts at School, Candy’s Dirt, 3/23/23
Meet Our 5 Inspiring Finalists for The Pitch, United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, 2/28/23
Chick-fil-A Gives a Total of $5M to 46 Nonprofits, Including Three in Dallas and Plano, Dallas Innovates, 1/10/23
2022
'The need seems to be increasing': DFW-based agencies collaborate on a behavioral health initiative, Dallas Business Journal, 8/29/22
At Wheatley Elementary School site in South Dallas, plans for new school evolve, Dallas Morning News
Second chance school, World Radio, 2/16/22
Awards & Recognition
2024 Preservation Achievement Award: Phillis Wheatley Elementary School Gymnasium
In partnership with Architexas
Preservation Dallas
Chick-fil-A
Photo credit: United Way of Metropolitan Dallas
The Pitch, United Way Metropolitan Dallas
Photo credit: United Way of Metropolitan Dallas
2023 Entrepreneurial Spirit Award
The Pitch, United Way Metropolitan Dallas
Media Kit
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Our Mission
The mission of CCA is to develop urban youth through transformative education, equipping future leaders to impact their communities for Christ.
What We Do
CCA is an accredited high school serving 17-25 year olds. We offer two academic pathways, career and technology education, and supportive case management services.
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Who does CCA serve?
We look for young people who acknowledge not only that they need a different school environment, but that they need to make personal changes to become successful.
What is CCA's success rate?
95% of graduates are working, in college or vocational training, or are serving in the military.
Prior to attending CCA, 56% of students left high school without graduating or exhibited truant behavior. However, attendance rates while attending CCA are 94%.
Is CCA a charter school?
No, CCA is a not-for-profit private school.
How is CCA funded?
CCA is funded by private donations and grants.
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For media inquiries, please contact Brandie Johnson, our Director of Communications.
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