Academics
Center for Creative Arts is a unique dedicated fine arts
magnet school promoting academic and artistic excellence for
students in grades six through twelve.
The predominant pedagogy for integrating the arts in core curriculum
is Discipline-Based Arts Education. In addition to meeting the
Tennessee state requirements for graduation in the college track,
students have the opportunity to elect Advanced Placement courses
and dual enrollment. The school's curriculum is supported by more
than 70 fine arts courses. The staff and faculty at Center for
Creative Arts were selected for their academic expertise and
interest in the arts. They have exhibited this by amassing more than
10,000 collective hours in staff development. The dedication to
excellence in education is at the heart of the success at the Center
for Creative Arts.
The curriculum at CCA is college
preparatory in its structure. The academic year features and A/B
block schedule with year long classes meeting on alternate days.
Students take four 90 minute classes each day and may earn eight
credits per year. A minimum of 28 credits are required for
graduation, but students can earn up to 32. The requirements include
4 credits in English, 4 in math, 2 in foreign language, 4 credits in
laboratory science, 3 in social studies, and 1 credit in lifetime
wellness. Upper level students may take joint enrollment classes at
UTC or on our campus through Chattanooga State. We also offer
Advanced Placement classes in a variety of disciplines as well as
honors classes. Click on each course below to view additional
detailed information.
Academic Courses
Contact Information
1301 Dallas Road
Chattanooga, TN 37405
423-209-5929 Office
423-209-5930 Fax