Ascent Classical Academies

"The ancient historian Thucydides wrote, 'The secret of happiness is freedom, and the secret of freedom is courage.' Freedom and courage – two words forever intertwined. Every generation must rediscover this truth. Our veterans are living testaments to it.”

Read the full Veterans Day address from Upper School History Teacher at Ascent Classical Academy of Fort Mill and U.S. Army Veteran, Mr. Will Green: https://fortmill.ascentclassicalsc.org/2025/11/11/veterans-day-2025/

From our classrooms to our community – thank you, veterans.

Are you looking for the opportunity to excel as a teacher? Come visit us at the education career fair!

Want to ensure your family has the highest enrollment priority for Ascent Classical Academy? Join us tomorrow, September 24 at 12:00 p.m. for a virtual volunteer meeting with founding team lead, Mr. Michael Murphy, to learn about our school’s opening progress, and discover how the Founding Family program lets families earn priority through referrals, volunteer hours, or both. Click below to RSVP!

ACA Greenville Volunteer Meeting (Sept. 24, 2025) Join us for a volunteer meeting to learn about upcoming opportunities to support Ascent Classical and spread the word about our school.

Today, we honor Constitution Day. Our students mark this historic occasion by exploring the principles that shaped our nation and reciting the Preamble to the United States Constitution – a reminder of the enduring ideals of liberty, justice, and self-government.

At Ascent Classical Academies, we are grateful for the opportunity to cultivate informed and virtuous citizens who cherish and uphold these founding principles.

Today, on Patriot Day, we remember the lives lost and honor the enduring spirit of our nation – steadfast, united, and free.

Big news! Ascent Classical Academy of Columbia has secured its permanent school location at 1001 Pinnacle Point Drive. This 55,000+ square-foot campus will be remodeled into a vibrant, tuition-free classical school opening in Fall 2026 with grades K-8, adding one grade each year until it serves K-12.

Interested parents can learn more and join the school’s interest list at https://columbia.ascentclassicalsc.org

Applications for the 2026-2027 school year open in October!

Our first annual flag raising ceremony marked the start of the school year! Thanks to the VFW and our leadership team, we retired last year’s flag and raised a new one, celebrating the enduring values of our nation and the classical traditions that shape our students.

Ascent Classical is committed to preparing students not only for academic success, but for thoughtful citizenship in a free and self-governing society. The great American experiment depends on educated men and women of virtue – individuals who understand the principles of liberty and possess the strength of character to uphold them.

By immersing students in the rich traditions of Western thought and American founding ideals, we aim to form young people who will sustain and advance our republic with wisdom, courage, and conviction.

We are grateful to our families for choosing to partner with us in this important and enduring work.

We're hiring a Student Affairs Coordinator to support enrollment, communications, and community outreach – essential work that shapes the welcoming spirit of our school. This role demands strong organization, professionalism, and discretion, with tools like PowerSchool and parent communications at its heart. Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/fortmill-studentaffairs

Ascent Classical is seeking a K-6 Grammar School Teacher to guide young minds through classical literacy, mathematics, and content-rich history and science using the Singapore math and Core Knowledge curriculum. Ideal candidates are passion-driven, virtuous, and ready to lead a classroom with grace and structure. Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/fortmill-grammarteacher

Happy Flag Day! Today we honor the Stars and Stripes – an enduring symbol of our nation's founding ideals: liberty, unity, and virtue.

At Ascent Classical Academies, we teach our students to cherish the principles that the American flag represents. Through a classical education rooted in history, civic virtue, and timeless truths, we cultivate a deep appreciation for the sacrifices made in pursuit of freedom.

As we reflect on our shared heritage, may we continue to raise the flag with gratitude, reverence, and hope for the future.

We invite you to learn more about teaching opportunities at Ascent Classical Academy of Fort Mill by joining our upcoming virtual information session.

This event is for individuals interested in becoming part of a growing network of classical charter schools committed to academic excellence and the formation of moral character. Learn about our mission, open positions, and what makes classical education uniquely rewarding.

For more information and to RSVP, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1353863836179?aff=oddtdtcreator. We look forward to connecting with educators who are passionate about the pursuit of the true, the good, and the beautiful!