​Middle School – Grades 6 - 8

Middle School is a pivotal season when students begin moving from concrete to abstract thinking, and they need guidance grounded in truth, encouragement, and stability. At PACA, we provide a safe, loving, and Christ-centered environment where students grow not only in knowledge, but in wisdom and maturity.

Our curriculum emphasizes the mastery of essential academic skills while helping students learn to think critically and responsibly. Academic, artistic, and athletic co-curricular activities allow each young person to explore the gifts and talents God has uniquely given them. Through these opportunities, students develop confidence, discipline, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of who God created them to be.

Spiritual formation remains at the heart of Middle School. Students participate in weekly chapels—led by a worship team made up of their own classmates—and hear a biblical message from guest speakers. Daily Bible classes, along with weekly discipleship Connection Groups, help students build a strong foundation of faith and character during these important years.

Leadership and service are also nurtured through our Middle School Student Council, where students help plan special activities, including the annual Middle School Retreat—one of the highlights of the year.
Athletically, students can join our Middle School Warriors teams in soccer, basketball, futsal, and volleyball. These teams compete in local leagues and in a national tournament each semester, giving students the chance to grow in perseverance, sportsmanship, and school spirit.

All of this takes place on our secure, peaceful campus—a true oasis in São Paulo. Surrounded by trees, green fields, and open spaces, students enjoy a calm environment where they can learn, play, reflect, and build meaningful friendships. Many families tell us the drive is worth it because of the safety, serenity, and Christ-centered atmosphere they experience the moment they arrive.

​At PACA, Middle School students are not only prepared for the academic challenges ahead; they are shaped spiritually, emotionally, and morally through a partnership between school and family, rooted in our shared commitment to biblical truth.

High School – Grades 9 - 12

High School is a season when young men and women step into maturity, make important choices, and prepare for the futures God has planned for them. At PACA, we provide a safe, Christ-centered environment where students are guided with wisdom, love, and firm academic standards—partnering closely with parents every step of the way.

Our rigorous college-preparatory curriculum equips students for universities in Brazil, the United States, and around the world. We offer Honors courses, Advanced Placement (AP) classes, and a dual-diploma program that opens doors to both Brazilian and international pathways. These academic challenges help students grow in discipline, responsibility, and perseverance—qualities essential for adulthood.

Beyond academics, we intentionally cultivate leadership, service, spiritual maturity, and healthy relationships. Students participate in athletics, the arts, clubs, student government, community service, and spiritual life programs that help them identify and develop the gifts God has entrusted to them. Weekly chapels, Bible classes, and mentorship opportunities encourage students to anchor their decisions and identity in Scripture.

Students are also challenged through AP coursework, Honors Studies, National Honor Society participation, PSAT, SAT, and ACT testing, Knowledge Bowl competitions, and meaningful community service projects. Extracurricular opportunities include Student Council, yearbook, drama, choir, the Junior–Senior Banquet, Senior Trip, and a full athletics program.

Advanced Placement Courses
PACA offers a strong AP program to qualified students who desire deeper academic rigor. Regularly offered courses include English Language, English Literature, U.S. History, Psychology, Spanish, Chemistry, Biology, and Calculus.

Honors Program
Core classes may become Honors courses with teacher permission and completion of an in-depth additional assignment. Students may take up to three Honors courses per year.

Extracurricular Activities
Our extracurricular offerings build character, confidence, and camaraderie. These include:
·       National Honor Society
·       Knowledge Bowl
·       Yearbook
·       Drama Performances
·       Choir Concerts and Musicals
·       Community Service Initiatives
·       Student Government
·       Varsity & JV Sports: Volleyball (M/W), Cheerleading (W), Basketball (M/W), Soccer (M/W), and Indoor Soccer (M/W)

All of this takes place on our peaceful, secure campus—an oasis within São Paulo. Surrounded by trees, open fields, and fresh air, students enjoy an environment that protects their well-being and allows them to focus on learning and spiritual growth. Families consistently share that the drive is worth it because PACA offers a place where their children can mature in faith, character, and academic excellence.
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Our prayer is that every graduate leaves PACA not only well-prepared for university, but committed to following Christ and ready to make a meaningful, God-honoring impact in their homes, churches, and communities.