Members of the Pioneer Valley Christian Academy community are welcome to join the Board of Directors for a monthly prayer meeting the first Saturday of each month beginning at 8:00 AM in The Townsend Library on campus.
Students in grades seven through grade twelve are eligible to play high school fall sports. Co-ed Cross Country, Co-ed Soccer, and Girls' Volleyball will begin preseason practices Monday, August 18. More details to follow. Students interested in playing should call the main office number, 413-782-8031, or email sporter@pvcama.org.
We would like to invite all preschool and kindergarten students and their parents to come and say hi to their teacher, visit the classroom, and receive important information for the upcoming school year. Prior to the meet and greet each student will receive a letter from their teacher as well as a supply list.
On Friday, August 22 at 4:00PM there will be an Athletics Meeting, more details will follow.
You're invited to the PVCA Back to School BBQ and Convocation on Friday, August 22, from 5:00-8:00 PM! Join us for a fun evening filled with delicious food, great company, and exciting activities. PVCA will be serving up hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and all the fixings. Here's how you can pitch in: Last names A-K: […]
The first day of school for the 2025-2026 academic year will be Monday, August 25. The school day begins at 8:00 AM.
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will be closed on Monday, September 1, for the Labor Day holiday. School will resume Tuesday, September 2, at 8:00 AM.
On Thursday, September 4, at 7:00PM, PVCA will host Back to School night. Parents of students in grades 1-12 are encouraged to attend to learn more about the new school year and any additions or changes to the program, visit their students’ classrooms, and meet with faculty and staff. 7:00-7:30pm – Parents, faculty, and staff will meet […]
Are you a high school student or a parent interested in learning more about the college application process? PVCA's College Planning Night is designed to provide valuable information on college selection, the application timeline, financial aid, and more. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and to ask questions about planning for higher education. […]
Get connected and get involved with the Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO) at PVCA! We warmly invite you to our kick-off meeting on Thursday, September 11, at 8:00 AM or 7:00 PM in the Townsend Library on campus. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the various PVO-led events and discover how you can contribute, […]
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy administration, faculty, staff, and students in grades preschool through grade twelve will have their portraits taken on Monday, September 15. The photos will be used in the PVCA yearbook. Parents may order prints. Order forms will be sent home with each student.
PARENT VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONANNUAL MUM SALESupport the Pioneer Valley Christian Academy Parent Volunteer Organization (PVO) by purchasing your fall mums from PVCA on Saturday, September 20, 8:00AM-12:00PM.100% of your purchase will benefit the PVO.The sale will be held in the main PVCA parking lot. In addition to our beautiful, locally grown mums, there will also be […]
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy youth basketball sign-ups are open Monday, September 22 through Friday, October 24. For more information, contact the Athletic Director, Stephen Porter, at sporter@pvcama.org.
Lower school students will take MAP tests during the weeks of September 22-September 26 and September 29-October 3, 2025. MAP, or the Measure of Academic Progress, is a computerized adaptive test that helps teachers, parents, and administrators improve student learning. On testing days, please do everything you can to be sure your child is present […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The Parent Volunteer Organization is getting ready to plan and prepare for this year’s PVCA Christmas Shop. Parents of Pre-K through Grades 5 students are needed to help plan, purchase items, decorate, volunteer in the shop, wrap presents, etc. Find out more at the planning meeting on […]
Students in grades six through twelve are encouraged to attend the See You at the Pole™ event at PVCA. The event begins at 7:30 AM at the flag pole in front of the school. See You at the Pole™, the global day of student prayer, began in 1990 as a grass roots movement with ten […]
During the mornings of September 30, October 2, and October 6, middle school students will be completing MAP testing. MAP, or the Measure of Academic Progress, is a computerized adaptive test which helps teachers, parents, and administrators improve learning for all students. Please do everything you can to be sure your child is on time and […]
On Friday, October 3 at 8 AM, the PVCA administration hosts a Parent & Principal Coffee Hour, which provides a great opportunity for parents to connect with administration and staff, other parents, and some of our upper school students. At each meeting a preselected topic is discussed and presented by a principal, faculty member, or […]
From Monday, October 6 to Thursday, October 9, students in Grades K-5 who missed MAP Testing will have the opportunity to make up the test.
On Friday, October 10, Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will host a Grandparents’ Day Chapel. Chapel will begin at 10:00AM. The schedule of events is listed below. After the program, ALL students, faculty, and staff will be dismissed early at 11:30AM. Grandparents attending the chapel are encouraged to spend the remainder of the afternoon with their PVCA […]
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will be closed on Columbus Day, Monday, October 13. School will resume on Tuesday, October 14, 8:00 AM.
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Friday, October 31, 1:00 - 6:00 PM. Parents of students in Pre-K through Grade 12 can sign up for conferences online by visiting, https://pvcama.org/ptc/.
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will host an Open House on Thursday, October 16, from 6:00-8:00 PM. Take a tour of the 25-acre campus, hear from faculty and staff, speak with some current students, and meet the Head of School, Dr. Joshua Keegan.
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Quarter Two begins for students at PVCA.
Students in Grades *9, 10, and 11 will take the PSAT exam beginning at 8:00 am. Afternoon classes will be in session. *Grade 9 will take a practice PSAT test To learn more about the PSAT, visit https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt To begin preparing for the PSAT, visit https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt/preparing
Grade 12 students will have the opportunity to take the SATs on October 23, at 8:00AM. Afternoon classes will be in session.
There will be no school on Friday, October 31. Parent teacher conferences will be held from 1:00PM - 6:00PM.
Students in grades Preschool through Grade 12 will have the opportunity to have their school picture retaken. For more information, contact the PVCA front office.
On Friday, November 7 at 8 AM, the PVCA administration will host a Parent & Principal Coffee Hour, which provides a great opportunity for parents to connect with administration and staff, other parents, and some of our upper school students. At each meeting a preselected topic is discussed and presented by a principal, faculty member, […]
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will be closed for Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11. School will resume on Wednesday, November 12, at 8:00 AM.
More details to come.
The PVCA Booster Club will host a tournament night on Friday, November 21. This event is open to grade eight through grade twelve. Details to follow.
The Thanksgiving All-School Chapel will be held on Tuesday, November 25, in the auditorium from 2:00PM to 2:45PM.
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday beginning Wednesday, November 26, through Friday, November 28, 2025. School will resume on Monday, December 1 at 8:00 AM.
Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving. Giving Tuesday’s global network collaborates year-round to inspire generosity around the world, with a common mission to build a world where generosity is part of everyday life. Whether it’s making someone smile, helping a neighbor or stranger out, showing up for an issue or people we care about, […]
On Friday, December 5 at 8 AM, the PVCA administration hosts a Parent & Principal Coffee Hour, which provides a great opportunity for parents to connect with administration and staff, other parents, and some of our upper school students. At each meeting a preselected topic is discussed and presented by a principal, faculty member, or […]
The Lower School Christmas Concert will be Friday, December 5, at 7:00PM in the PVCA Auditorium. More details will follow.
The PVO is excited to announce the return of the Christmas Shop! The Christmas Shop provides an opportunity for Pre-K through Grade 12 students to purchase gifts for their family and friends in a fun, festive atmosphere. Gifts are priced for a child’s budget, with most gifts priced between $2-3. We accept cash, check, and Venmo.
PVCA Upper School Christmas Concert will be on Friday, December 12, at 7:00 PM, in the PVCA auditorium. More details will follow.
Students in Grades 9-12 will take their first semester exams.
Students in Grade 8 will take exams.
On Thursday, December 18, at 6:00 PM, Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will host the annual Christmas preschool program in the PVCA auditorium followed by a Christmas Cookie Reception.
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will have an early dismissal on Friday, December 19. Students will be dismissed at 11:30AM.
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will be closed to celebrate the holidays beginning Monday, December 22 through Friday, January 2. School will resume on Monday, January 5, 8:00 AM.
For one week during the month of January, Grade 9-12 students take a break from their regular course schedule to participate in a collection of different workshops, student travel, and mission projects. From learning how to create stained glass art to making pasta to woodworking, J-TERM gives PVCA students an opportunity to explore something new […]
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Students in Grades 9-12 must record their hours and turn in their service hour books to Meredith O’Hara, Guidance Counselor.
Quarter Three Begins for students at PVCA.
Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will be closed in remembrance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 19. School will resume Tuesday, January 20, at 8:00AM.
