History

Midwestern Christian Academy was founded in 1956 as a ministry of Midwest Bible Church to meet the need for Christian education at the elementary level. The Chicago-based school welcomed 33 students that first year, utilizing two rooms and a chapel in a converted store building. Three teachers were hired to instruct 8 grade levels.

Midwestern Christian Academy was founded in 1956 as a ministry of Midwest Bible Church...

Much has changed in the close to 50-year history of MCA. Eventually that original building was remodeled and enlarged with the addition of a second floor, providing accommodations for over 300 students. Additional teachers were hired to specialize in subject matter and grade level. The Illinois State Board of Education soon granted full accreditation, and MCA became a member of the Association of Christian Schools International.

From 1974-1984, high school curriculum was added, educating over 100 students during the duration of the program. During the 1980s, expansion produced Pre-Kindergarten and special needs classes, while the end of the 20th Century produced a heightened emphasis on technology and the arts.