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Charleston Progressive Academy
Welcome to Charleston Progressive Academy! We are located in beautiful downtown Charleston!
We are a Leader In Me Lighthouse School!
Congratulations Teacher of the Year!
CPA Technology Teacher Valerie Muhammad was named 2026 Teacher of the Year! Ms. Muhammad makes an incredible impact in our building and helps shape the minds of our CPA leaders. Your passion for technology and your commitment to our students' success are clear in everything you do. To see more images of the Teacher of the Year celebration click here. Way to go Ms. Muhammad!
D20 Winter Extravaganza
The CPA leadership choir participated in D20's Winter Extravaganza. They did an excellent job singing at this wonderful annual event hosted at Burke High School! Click here to see more images and videos of the performance.
STEAM Night 2025
CPA had a great turnout for their annual STEAM Night. This year, they had a visit from the Aquarium, Osmos activities, Maker station and STEAM resources, an Art activity, and Math Fluency challenges! Click here to see more photos from STEAM night.
Author Donna Barba Higuera Visits CPA
CPA welcomed author Donna Barba Higuera to present to 4th and 5th grade students. She shared how she got into writing, what inspires her to write, and answered various questions students had about writing. Click here to view more photos of the author visit.
Red Ribbon Week 2025
During the week of October 27, CPA students and staff dressed to match various theme days for Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon week is observed as a reminder that by staying drug free, you are sending a message to yourself and others about how much you value yourself, your overall health, your community and your future. Click here to view all of the photos from Red Ribbon Week.
Congratulations EIT Award Winners!
Congratulations to Ms. Zawacki, Ms. Roman, and Ms. Hampton for being recognized by the district during the Excellence in Teaching Awards! Keep up the great work!
Family Leadership Night 2025
On September 17, CPA hosted Family Leadership Night! This was a great night that included a Title One Meeting, activities centered around Leader in Me Habits 1-4, and a Bingo game to close out the night. A lot of fun and learning was on display! Click here to see several more images of Family Leadership Night!
News & Announcements
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Do you have questions? We have answers. We will provide information about testing, field trips, our promotion ceremony, middle school options and more.
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Student‑Led School Choice Open House — Charleston Progressive Academy
Are you interested in joining Charleston Progressive Academy? Discover how Stephen Covey's 7 Habits power student leadership, classroom culture, and hands-on learning — join a student-led tour and see learning in action.
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I've been dealing with CPA for 10 + years from my oldest child who is now 18 to my middle child who is 10 and now with my youngest child. The teaching staff is very friendly and supportive. They are so lovely, understanding and practical. This is not only with your child's teacher, but all the faculty and staff motivate the kids while teaching them the importance of being focused, patient and hard working. The creativity in the classrooms is outstanding! I'm thrilled with the progress my kids have made academically since day 1. My kids come home every day telling me stories about how fun it is to be at CPA. Strong leadership is the foundation of school success and without the great principal, that would not be possible. Thanks CPA! - Kendra Mack, Parent
Hey everyone! My name is Mrs. LeNeve, and I am so honored to be CPA's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year. This is my 6th year at CPA, and my fourth year in 3rd grade. I love Charleston Progressive because teaching here allows me to help young leaders find their talents, discover their true potential, and be their most successful selves. What I adore most about CPA, though, is the amazing students, families, and staff I get to work alongside each and every day.