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A Word From Our HeadmasterThe gift God gave me this year.
"How's it been, readjusting to life in America?" I've been asked by so many.
"Has it been difficult?"
After our adventure moving from Brisbane to Tacoma, you would have thought it WOULD be difficult slotting back into the daily rhythms and responsibilities and the different way of doing things in the U.S. Felicity and I do have a ‘full life’ of ferrying around children, attending cross country meets, tennis matches, baseball, and football games, remodeling a house, social functions, meeting people, juggling work, and supporting students at various activities in a cool and now rainy climate.
To read more from Headmaster Martin, please click here.
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| Upcoming EventsDecember 19: All School Christmas Chapel @ 2:00pm 12/20-1/2: Christmas Break – No School January
1/3: School Resumes /Junior Family College Planning Night 1/4: High School Movie Night 1/15: Poetry Out Loud 1/21: No School – Martin Luther King Jr. Day 1/22-23: HS Early Dismissal
1/22-24: MS & HS Finals 1/24: K-12 Early Dismissal 1/25: No School – Faculty Professional Development 1/26: Elementary End of 1st Semester Bowling Celebration
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| Level Up at LCA: Open House & Preview Day We invite you to visit Life Christian Academy for our Winter Open House and Preview Day!
This year, our Open House will begin with a short meeting to learn more about the culture at LCA followed by school level sections that cover academics, community, and student support. You will hear from our Headmaster, members of our Leadership Team, and our students and find out why LCA is the best kept secret in the South Sound!
Preview Day is a great opportunity for guest students in grades 6 through 12 to join us to experience our classes, meet teachers, and have an amazing lunch! Join us on Friday, February 1 for our Winter Preview Day to learn what makes LCA a place filled with love and a quality education. Please click this link to register.
If you would like to schedule a private tour for a student in Preschool through Grade 5, please contact Suzanne Corrigan.
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| LCA Alumni Games The LCA Alumni Association, in partnership with the new High School Basketball Coach Charles Simmons Jr., invites you to join us for the Alumni Volleyball and Basketball Games this December. Come cheer on your fellow alum as the competition between the oldies and newbies continues this 2018 season.
The volleyball game will begin at 5:30pm with the basketball game to follow. Dinner will be provided between games.
Contact the Alumni Board on Facebook with any questions.
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| National Junior Honor Society Outreach The LCA National Junior Honor Society participated in two outreach projects over the weekend! On Friday night, the students gathered together to wrap gifts for those in need. On Saturday, they were able to bless children at a low-income apartment complex with over 140 gifts that were collected during the NJHS Toy Drive! We are thankful for your kind hearts and service! To see more photos of the middle school students and their activities, please visit our online album.
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| High School Movie Night Friday, January 4 @ 7:00pm
All high school students are invited to join us on Friday, January 4 for movie night. As we get ready to celebrate Black History Month, we will be watching Selma. The cost is $5.00 which includes popcorn and a drink. Everyone who comes will be entered in a drawing to win a prize, so come out and join us!
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| International Student Hosting Have you ever thought about hosting an International student but weren’t sure if it would be a good “fit” for you and your family?
We have an opportunity for you to try it short term!
LCA will be hosting 3 short term International student groups in January and February. They will need housing for students for 6 days, 10 days, and 21 days!
Students range in age from 9–16 years old. We pay host families $33.00 per night and you may host up to 4 students as long as they each have their own bed.
Call Linda Davis for more details at 253.756.2427 or reach out via email.
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| Tuition Payments How, where, and when to make monthly tuition payments - Mail your check or money order directly to:
KeyBank/Life Christian
P.O. Box 11626
Tacoma, WA 98411-6626
- Payments cannot be accepted at KeyBank locations. All check or money order payments (both before and after the 15th) must be mailed directly to the address listed above.
- You may also pay online using your bank's bill pay service. You will need your school account number (listed on your billing statement) and the mailing address above.
- To ensure on time delivery, we recommend scheduling your payment no later than the 9th of each month. If using auto pay, please remember to check each month's billing statements for additional participation fees.
- Questions? Call or email Stephanie at 253.764.2418 or sguptill@life-center.org for assistance.
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| Congratulations! We would like to congratulate Madison Boles for being selected as a 2nd Team All-State athlete for volleyball this year. Way to go, we are so proud!
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| Eagle's Nest Sale With the weather getting colder, now is the perfect time to pick up some LCA logo wear! Stop by the Eagle's Nest and shop their sale to save 25% off all apparel and gift items. If you have any questions, please contact Juli Absten.
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| Functional Athletic Training Functional Athletic Training will begin on January 7th with Coach Saltvick and Coach Mello at 7:00am in the weight room. This training will be open to all LCA students in grades 8 – 12. If you need to prep for a Spring sport or would like to get in better shape, then this is for you! Functional Athletic Training includes: strength, speed, and agility training as well as other aspects of athletics. Training will be every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 7:00am beginning after Christmas Break. We encourage you to become a stronger, faster, and better athlete. If you have any questions please contact Mr. Cargill.
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| Best of the South Sound
Last year, LCA was blessed to win Best of the South Sound in every category for private schools! Voting is now open for 2019 and we would be honored if you chose us again! Visit South Sound Magazine online and cast your vote today!
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| Student Spotlight Did you know that LCA 8th grader Jordan Allen runs his very own candy business? Jordan was asked to speak to group of veterans about entrepreneurship at UW Tacoma in September to share his experience and knowledge. Also, if you have a sweet tooth or need a gift, his candy can be found in various locations across the South Puget Sound! Learn more about Jordan and gift of giving back to our community here.
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| Yearbook Club Fourth and fifth grade students are invited to join our Yearbook Club! This year we will meet on Wednesdays from 3:00-4:00pm in the Innovation Lab. If you have any questions regarding the Elementary Yearbook Club, please contact Denise Milles.
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| LCA Scientists The 7th grade Life Science students observed whether or not sugar was present in different foods. By using Benedict’s Solution and boiling water, the students were able to see what food changed colors (green, brick red, or dark yellow/mustard), which indicated if there was sugar present or not. If the color didn’t change from blue (the color of the Benedict’s Solution) to one of the other colors, it simply meant that there was either no or very little sugar present. They found out that the raisin had more sugar than the banana, potato chip, almond milk, milk, and water. Visit our photo gallery for more photos of our scientists in action!
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| Mom's Prayer Gathering Wednesday, January 9 Moms, join us as we come together to pray blessings for our families, our school, and our future.
The Scripture says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6.
Let’s share our common journey as mothers and PRAY for our family, believing for God’s best for our children. We hope to see you on January 9 in the Gray Chapel at 8:45am.
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| Volunteers Needed We are looking forward to an exciting winter season at LCA! Our elementary FUEL Basketball League for grades 3-6 has an opportunity for you to get involved and help athletes just learning the game. We are in need of referees for games between 8:00am and 1:00pm on Saturdays at LCA. Our high school basketball teams are off to a great start and we could use your help in several areas as well. We are looking for a score keeper, a game clock operator, and an announcer. If you are able to help with one or multiple games, your time would be appreciated. To volunteer in one of these areas or find out about other opportunities, please contact Suzanne Corrigan.
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| Thank you to our major sponsors.
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