Student Life

At Rhea County Academy, we believe education goes beyond the classroom. Student life is full of opportunities for growth, service, and fun. From athletics to community service, clubs, and field trips, students are encouraged to discover their gifts and use them to make a difference.

CALENDAR

RCA Opportunities

Athletics

RCA offers a variety of sports each year, giving students the chance to develop teamwork, discipline, and school spirit. Sports typically include baseball, flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and cheer.

Community Involvement

We are committed to teaching students the importance of serving others. Twice a year, the entire school spends a day giving back to the local community—helping those in need and learning the value of service.

Clubs

Students have the opportunity to get involved in activities outside the classroom. RCA students are active in the local 4-H club, participating in speech and poster contests as well as archery, BB, and air rifle events.

Field Trips

Hands-on learning is an important part of the RCA experience. Every grade takes at least two field trips a year, with destinations ranging from farms and college drama productions to local artisans and businesses. Parents will receive details and permission forms prior to each trip.

Field Trip Form

Guidelines

Dress Code

RCA students are expected to dress neatly and appropriately for school each day. Clothing should not distract from learning, and modesty is required across all grade levels. Full details about guidelines and expectations can be found in the RCA Student Handbook.

RCA Students must be dressed appropriately for school each day. Apparel and appearance that tend to draw attention to an individual or detract from instruction are prohibited.
The appropriateness of a student’s clothing will be at the discretion of RCA faculty/administration
In matters of opinion, the judgment of the teachers and principal will prevail.
Clothing needs to be neat and clean with no deliberate tears, holes, or fraying.
No hats of any style may be worn inside the RCA building.
Tank tops are not allowed without an undershirt.
Sleeveless shirts must not have a gap larger than one inch below the armpit.
Shorts, dresses, and skirts must come to 2 inches above the knee when the student is standing up straight.
Shorts, dresses, and skirts must not expose an excessive amount of skin when a student is sitting.
If a student wears tights or leggings, the student's shirt must come to the middle of the thigh when the student is standing. This is for ALL GRADE LEVELS.
Running shorts are only allowed for PE classes, and tights of the appropriate length must be worn underneath. Running shorts are not allowed to be worn during the regular school day. Knee-length basketball shorts are acceptable.
If a student is found to be in violation of the dress code, and if the violation is not immediately fixable, a parent/guardian will be called to bring the appropriate clothing to the student so that the student may remain at school.