School Profile
Maranatha Christian Academy
School Overview
Founded in 1974 and located in Shawnee, KS, Maranatha Christian Academy (MCA) is an independent school governed by a self-perpetuating board and enrolling over 550 students in grades K-12. The school is accredited by both Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and Cognia. In Fall 2022, MCA moved onto a 28-acre campus with new facilities. An additional 13 classrooms are under construction for opening in Fall 2024. MCA currently offers 30 dual credit courses through MidAmerica Nazarene University. The school is a 2A member of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA). Superintendent, Dr. Kimberlee Gill welcomes highly qualified Christian teachers to join an exemplary faculty to continue fulfillment of the school’s mission.
“The mission of Maranatha Christian Academy is to train and equip students for life and for service to Jesus Christ through a Biblical worldview, character development, and academic excellence.”
For additional information about MCA, visit our website, www.mca-eagles.org.
School History
Founded in 1974, Maranatha Academy has been a pillar of light to the Kansas City Metro for 50 years. While there have been many changes over the years, one thing has remained, Christ is the focus and foundation of our school.
Founded in 1974, Maranatha Academy has been a pillar of light to the Kansas City Metro for 50 years. While there have been many changes over the years, one thing has remained, Christ is the focus and foundation of our school.
Maranatha Practices Excellence
Accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International and Cognia, the school has produced multiple award-winning teachers and several KSHSAA Coach of the Year recipients. MCA student excellence is reflected in its multiple Merit Scholars, numerous military academy appointments, graduates studying at prestigious universities, ACT scores in the top seven percent of Kansas students, multiple athletic state championships and many more exciting accomplishments. Our Fine Arts department is highly regarded throughout the state and regularly receive top ratings at state competitions.
The school has grown over the years in enrollment, programs, courses, drama, social events, fine arts, merit-based college scholarships, clubs, and service. In 2022, Maranatha fulfilled a long-time goal of having our own campus, K-12, where the entire school could be together, and we could have our own school facilities. The Lord has abundantly answered our prayers and through the generosity of many, lots of hard work, and miracles from the Lord, we are now on our new, 28-acre campus. We are blessed to have state of the art technology throughout the campus and athletic facilities that are amazing. Our athletic complex with a pro-turf field, 8-lane track, field lights, and bleachers, complement our double gym, locker rooms, and weight room. It’s an amazing place to learn and grow!
Benefits
Tuition assistance
Professional Development $500 / Year, accumulative to $1,500 over three years, primarily for national conferences