As we reflect on all the ways the Lord has blessed Heritage Classical Academy, our hearts are filled with gratitude—for His provision and guidance, and for the generosity of those who make up our vibrant school community. The need for classical, Christ-centered education has never been greater, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to academic excellence and the formation of character rooted in the truth, beauty, and goodness of Jesus.

Through God’s grace and the faithful support of lead donors, we have already raised $12M of the $15M needed for our A Place to Glorify and Grow capital campaign. We are thrilled to have reached our initial goal and are now entering the public phase—we need your help to raise the final $3M.

This is a defining moment for Heritage. Your gift will directly fund the purchase of the Pepper Pike campus and its initial renovations—critical steps in securing our foundation and building for the future. Every dollar moves us closer to completing this campaign, strengthening the school for generations to come, and opening the door to exciting future projects.

Whether through prayer, advocacy, or financial partnership, you play a vital role in our mission to cultivate lifelong learners who think and live for Christ.

Join us—to glorify God, to grow together, and to invest in the future of Heritage Classical Academy.

Campaign Provisions & Progress

Phase 1 Master Plan

The $15M goal of the A Place to Glorify and Grow campaign supports both the purchase of the Pepper Pike property and the initial renovations to the existing campus. Several buildings on the beautiful 65-acre site have already been remodeled, including:

  • Gund Building to obtain 8 classrooms (Lower School)

  • Historic Chapel (refinished interior)

  • Early Childhood Building for 6 classrooms

  • Wade Cottage to obtain 5 classrooms (Upper School)

  • Wade Administration Building lobby, 4 classrooms, and offices

  • All-season walkways (4) that connect buildings (added new roof, glass, heat, and A/C)

  • Bathrooms (26) in all buildings

  • Cafeteria and Art Room

Total Commitments: $12 Million

Number of Donors: 92

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Together, we can build A Place to Glorify and Grow!

Established in 2003, Heritage Classical Academy is a private, Preschool–12 classical Christian school with two campuses in northeast Ohio. In partnership with parents, HCA cultivates future leaders who love learning, think critically, and communicate winsomely and articulately. Rooted in a Christ-centered, classical education, our gifted educators integrate truth, goodness, and beauty—fully realized in Jesus—into every aspect of learning. Through purposeful instruction and daily modeling, students grow in wisdom and character while practicing Christian values in service, art, music, and sports. By fostering a deep appreciation for language, ideas, and virtue, HCA equips students to impact the Kingdom and culture for Christ.

HCA’s mission endeavors to Cultivate Lifelong Learners Who Think and Live For Christ. Our vision is to develop students who impact the Kingdom and their culture by employing a Christ-centered, classical curriculum taught with excellence by gifted educators.

HCA emphasizes the all-surpassing truth, goodness, and beauty of Jesus, striving to make Him known, loved, and reflected by our students. This is reinforced through purposeful, daily modeling and instruction by teachers and staff in the classroom and by offering students opportunities to practice Christian values in the areas of service, art, music, and athletics.

At Heritage, we approach education with the end in mind: the formation of virtue and wisdom. Our goal is not merely academic achievement, but the cultivation of students who embrace and embody a vision of the true good life. Through gifted teachers and timeless content, students are invited into the Great Conversation—an enduring dialogue about God, humanity, meaning, and salvation.

We believe that God’s character is revealed in His Word and in every facet of creation. Therefore, we teach that all knowledge is interrelated and instructs us about God himself.

Colossians 3:23

Portrait of a Graduate

  • Love God

  • Love Others

  • Love Learning

  • Rightly Ordered Affections

  • Reason Wisely And Speak Eloquently

  • Possess the Tool To Learn Anything

  • Active In The Church And In Service

“As we look to the future with confidence and purpose, I invite you to partner with us in strengthening the foundation we are building for generations to come. Your support helps ensure that Heritage Classical Academy continues to provide a Christ-centered, classical education, equipping students to stand firm in truth, impact their culture for Christ, and carry the light of the gospel into the world.”


– David Nees, Head of School

We look forward to hearing from you—whether you have questions, feedback, or would like more information about getting involved. Please contact Elizabeth Joyce, Director of Advancement, at elizabeth.joyce@heritageclassicalacademy.org.