LEXINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Class of 2019 Senior Profiles
Please note that not all seniors chose to participate in the 2019 Senior Profiles.
CAMDEN ALCORN
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: 1 JOHN 4:10 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CAMDEN PLANS TO ATTEND ASBURY UNIVERSITY AND WILL PURSUE A CAREER IN YOUTH MINISTRY. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Student Chaplain, Beta Club, Intern at Southland Christian Church Awards and Honors: Mock Trial Award Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Asbury University, Ozark Christian College and Johnson University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands, Mr. Jamison, Mr. Merz, Mrs. Jasper and Mrs. Davis LCA Impact: LCA has given me a firm Christian foundation to my education, setting me up for the future.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
BROOKE ALLISON
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: LAMENTATIONS 3:22-23 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: BROOKE PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND GO TO LAW SCHOOL. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Basketball, Cross Country, Track, Beta Club, National Honors Society and Mu Alpha Theta Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Impact: LCA has encouraged me to pursue Christ. It has also introduced me to some of the most Christ-like and loving people.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
JAKE BALDWIN
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: JAMES 1:5 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JAKE PLANS TO ATTEND MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY AND STUDY AUDIO PRODUCTION. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 1ST GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Soccer and Bass Fishing Team Awards and Honors: Honor Roll and Beta Club Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, Middle Tennessee State University and Western Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Newman because he makes the end of the day go by fast and Mrs. Davis because she always tells things how they are. LCA Impact: I have made alot of good friends.
JACKSON BANKS
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JOSHUA 1:9 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JACKSON PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY BUT IS UNDECIDED ABOUT A MAJOR. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 1ST GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities:Â Baseball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Overton, Mr. Perkins, Mr. Merz and Coach Ray LCA Impact: It has put great role models in my life.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
JACK BARRON
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: 1 TIMOTHY 4:12 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JACK PLANS TO ATTEND MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY AND PURSUE A CAREER AS AN AUDIO ENGINEER. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 8TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Chamber Chorus, Student Government, Young Life, LCA School Musical Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Middle Tennessee State University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Wesley and Mr. Perkins LCA Impact: Taught how to be a leader with a Christian mindset.
KALEB BOLTON
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PHILIPPIANS 4:13 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: KALEB IS UNDECIDED AT THIS TIME. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 8TH GRADE
Extra-Curricular Activities: Football LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands LCA Impact: LCA gave me a great group of friends through football.
ELIJAH BRAND
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: HEBREWS 12:1 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ELIJAH WILL MOST LIKELY ATTEND CALVIN COLLEGE AND MAJOR IN ACCOUNTING AND PURSUE A CAREER AS A CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Cross Country and Track, Beta Club, National Honor Society, and Church League Basketball Honors and Awards: Cross Country - All Region 1st Team and State Champions Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Calvin College and Hope College LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz and Mr. Seamands because of their jokes and stories. LCA Impact: Good Christian education
ANDREW BRANSTETTER
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PHILIPPIANS 4:13 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ANDREW PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AFTER GRADUATION. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN
Extra-Curricular Activities: Baseball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: My favorite teacher is Mr. Seamands because of his ability to relate to students and actually care about them. LCA Impact: It has shown me how to serve others.
RILEY BRICKEY
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JOHN 3:30 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: RILEY PLANS TO ATTEND CLEMSON UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 4TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Cheerleading (competitive and sideline), working out and cooking Awards and Honors: National Honor Society, Beta Club (Officer), Mu Alpha Theta, Chick-filA Leader Academy, High Honor Roll, Cheerleading Team Leadership Award and Cheerleading Team Best Attitude Award Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Clemson University, Auburn University and the University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Payne (Helped grow my faith and love for science. Led senior girls group Bible study); Coach Fugman (Constantly encourages me and believes in me and my dreams. First introduced me to Clemson freshman year and encouraged me to go.); and Coach Ray (Always has a smile on his face and you leave feeling better than before after talking to/seeing him. Perfect example of a Godly man. Sees my potential when I don’t see it in myself.) LCA Impact: It has been a place where I can openly share my faith with others & have found great mentors to encourage me in my walk with Christ.
ASHLEY BROADDRICK
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JOHN 3:16 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ASHLEY PLANS TO ATTEND BLUEGRASS COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE AND EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY TO PURSUE A CAREER IN FORENSICS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: TK Extra-Curricular Activities: Beta Club Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Bluegrass Community & Technical College and Eastern Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Iler
BAYLOR BROWN
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PHILIPPIANS 4:13 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: BAYLOR IS CURRENTLY UNDECIDED ABOUT WHERE HE WILL ATTEND COLLEGE, BUT HE PLANS TO PURSUE A CAREER AS AN EQUINE VETERINARIAN. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Basketball Awards and Honors: Beta Club Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and Auburn University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands and Mrs. Payne. Both are really funny and truly care about you. LCA Impact: Getting to learn about Christ freely and being in a loving environment.
ELI CAMPBELL
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ELI PLANS TO ATTEND ASBURY UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN
Extra-Curricular Activities: Lifeguard Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, Asbury University and Campbellsville University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Watson and Mr. Seamands. LCA Impact: LCA is where I have met my best friends.
KATHERINE CHILDERS
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 12:9 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: KATHERINE PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY BUT IS UNDECIDED ABOUT A MAJOR. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 6TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Y Club Awards and Honors: Beta Club and Spanish Honors Society Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Koett because she is very devoted to her students. She truly cares for each of us and loves teaching. She makes class fun and enjoyable. LCA Impact: It has taught me more than I could have asked for in a safe environment.
HAIDYN CHUDY
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: MARK 16:15 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: HAIDYN PLANS TO ATTEND BAYLOR UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN MARKETING, FINANCE AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND THEN CONTINUE TO GRADUATE SCHOOL. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 6TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Beta Club Secretary, National Honors Society, Y Club Service Chair, Cooking Club, Mu Alpha Theta, Dance Blue Committee and Prom Committee Awards and Honors: Certificate of Honor, School Leadership Award, Servant Leader Award, and Highest Honor Roll Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Baylor University and the University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Kindred, Mrs. Watson, Mrs. Iler, and Mrs. Davis. They all have impacted my life and helped provide me Godly insight and leadership. They have been wonderful examples to look up to. LCA Impact: LCA has provided me with a chance to achieve my educational goals with a Christian foundation as well as make friendships and memories that I will cherish forever.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
GRACE COMBS
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: 1 CORINTHIANS 16:18 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: GRACE PLANS TO ATTEND ASBURY UNIVERSITY. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 6TH GRADE
Extra-Curricular Activities: Girls Varsity Basketball Awards and Honors: Basketball - All City Honors (2 times), All A Tournament Team (5 times) and All District Tournament Team (3 times) Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Asbury University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands - he’s absolutely hilarious and really cares about his students. LCA Impact: I love LCA. It’s a great environment with great staff and students. LCA has been a great positive environment for me to grow up in.
RACHEL COOKE
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: COLOSSIANS 3:1-2 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: RACHEL PLANS TO ATTEND THE LEWIS HONORS COLLEGE AT THE UNIVERISTY OF KENTUCKY, WHERE SHE WILL MAJOR IN AGRICULTURAL AND MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY AS A PRE-MED STUDENT. SHE PLANS TO GO ON TO MEDICAL SCHOOL AND BECOME A SURGEON. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Beta Club, National Honors Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Tri-M Music Honors Society, Spanish Honors Society, Track and Field, Cross Country, Cabaret Musicials, Church Leadership Team, Theater Club , Volunteer at Baptist Health Lexington, Tutor at the Carnegie Center Awards and Honors: AP European History Book Award, AP United States History Book Award, KHSAA Academic All-State - First Team, Most Improved Award in Track and Cross Country, and Christian Leadership Award in Track and Cross Country Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, Eastern Kentucky University and Transylvania University LCA Impact: LCA has given me a good education.
CATE CROSBIE
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 8:18 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CATE PLANS TO ATTEND WASHINGTON AND LEE UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN GOVERNMENT AND MINOR IN POVERTY STUDIES AND HOPES TO ATTEND LAW SCHOOL. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Dance Blue, Choir, LCA Musicals, KUNA, KYA, Young Conservatives, LCA Study Abroad/Leadership Studies, Good Samaritan School (New Delhi, India) and Young Life Awards and Honors: Student Body President, Y Club Vice President, Leadership Forum, Yale Young Global Scholar, Brown Leadership Institute, Kentucky Governor's Scholar Program Recipient, Hugh O Brian Youth Leadership, Dance Blue Chair (most money raised at LCA), National Honor Society, National Beta Club, Mu Alpha Theta and LCA Global Next Participant Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Washington and Lee University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Koett is my favorite teacher. She never fails to make me feel loved and accepted in her classroom. I have Mrs. Koett twice a day for AP Lit and Speech. Even though these classes are very different, I have taken away the same thing - my voice matters, my thoughts are important, and I should always speak out for what I believe in. Mrs. Koett gives 100% every single day, and it shows. LCA Impact: LCA has offered me many opportunities that would not have been an option at other schools. I also am thankful for the ability to worship freely and express my faith unapologetically.
ROSEMARY CRUSE
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 12:12 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ROSEMARY PLANS TO ATTEND FURMAN UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN PSYCHOLOGY AND MINOR IN POVERTY STUDIES. SHE WOULD LIKE TO PROVIDE MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING FOR CHILDREN IN THIRD WORLD COUNTIRES. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 6TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Southland Leadership Team, Southland Church Intern, Children’s Ministries Volunteer, Study Abroad, Beta Club, Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy, Dance Blue Committee, Prom Committee, photography and mission trips Awards and Honors: Honor Roll, Leadership Award and Spanish Exam Award Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Baylor University, University of Mississippi, Wofford College, Furman University, and Pepperdine University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands, Mr. Merz, Mrs. Koett, and Mrs. Kindred. All of these teachers go out of their way to connect with the students and to make class fun. LCA Impact: Coming from a public school, LCA has allowed me to have a Christian foundation in my schooling and to create long lasting relationships.
Senior
PEARCE DALTON
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JOHN 3:16 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: PEARCE PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN BUSINESS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRE-SCHOOL
Extra-Curricular Activities: Basketball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands and Mrs. Payne
Senior
LINCOLN DRAGOO
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: HABAKKUK 1:14 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: LINCOLN PLANS TO ATTEND COASTAL CAROLINA UNVERSITY AND STUDY MARINE SCIENCE. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Cross Country, Track and Soccer Awards and Honors: Christian Leadership Award for Cross Country Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Coastal Carolina University, University of South Carolina and University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Geren because she helped me learn to like math. LCA Impact: Learned a lot about my religion.
CLAYTON ELIASSEN
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: GALATIANS 2:20 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CLAYTON PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AND MINOR IN BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING & BUSINESS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 1ST GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Soccer and Beta Club Awards and Honors: Various soccer awards Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, University of Cincinnati, Western Kentucky University, Eastern Kentucky University and the University of Louisville LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz - great teacher. LCA Impact: LCA has allowed me to see the differences in a Christian school and a public school on the basis of how we act outside of school.
GRACIE ELLIOTT
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: JEREMIAH 29:11 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: GRACIE PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY (HONORS COLLEGE AND BLUE PROGRAM) AND MAJOR IN ENGLISH AND MINOR IN SPANISH. THE PROGRAM WILL ALLOW HER TO GRADUATE A YEAR EARLY AND TAKE THE LSAT. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Fayette County Teen Court Diversion Program and 3 Day Eventer Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and University of Tennessee LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Koett, Mr. Merz, Mr. Seamands, and Senora Winckler. They have all invested so much time into both their subjects and developing relationships with their students. LCA Impact: LCA has taught me how to defend my faith as well as prepared me for entering college next year.
SAVANNAH FIELDS
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: EPHESIANS 2:3-5 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: SAVANNAH PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND WILL MAJOR IN NURSING. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: 4-H Teen Coach and Mary Kay Consultant Awards and Honors: National Honor Society, National Spanish Honors Society and Beta Club Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz for the amount of care he has for each and every lesson and student and Mr. Seamands because he incorporates humor into his class everyday. LCA Impact: It has taught me how to show respect to those who are different from me and how to incorporate the Bible in everything I do and see.
WILL FRYE
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: 2 TIMOTHY 1:7 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: WILL IS UNDECIDED ABOUT HIS COLLEGE AND CAREER PLANS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Internship at Southland Christian Church, Student Council and Dance Blue Comittee Honors and Awards: Honor Roll Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Ole Miss, Clemson University, Auburn University, University of Kentucky, Furman University, Wheaton College, Ozark, Asbury University and Pepperdine University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands. He makes me laugh, is relational, and teaches the Bible well. LCA Impact: It has surrounded me with good friends and teachers that help me keep Christ at the center of everything.
CHARLOTTE FULTS
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 12:1-2 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CHARLOTTE PLANS TO ATTEND LEE UNIVERSITY AND DOUBLE MAJOR IN NON-PROFIT BUSNESS AND FRENCH. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Theater, Book Club and Academic Team Awards and Honors: French Class Award, Placed in Academic Team Language Arts Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Asbury University, Belmont University, Indiana University, Lee University, Lipscomb University and Western Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Jasper because she incorporates her faith into class and made me love biology. Mrs. Watson for being the sweetest. Ms. Vanderpool because even though she's tough, she's an amazing teacher. Dr. Fults for being an impeccable French teacher. LCA Impact: LCA has given me great friends and supportive teachers that inspire me.
AMANDA GAULT
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: SONG OF SOLOMN 4:7 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: AMANDA IS UNDECIDED WHERE SHE WILL ATTEND COLLEGE BUT PLANS TO PURSUE A CAREER IN MUSIC THERAPY. SHE HOPES TO ONE DAY OPEN HER OWN SCHOOL TO HELP STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN
Extra-Curricular Activities: National Society of High School Scholars; National Honors Society; National Beta Club (Chairman of Service); Mu Alpha Theta (Secretary); Tri-M Music Honor Society; Varisty Dance Team; Chamber Choir (Chaplin, Chairman of Service); LSCC Chamber Choir; Leadership Forum; Chick-fil-a Leader Academy; Dance Blue Committee; Porter Baptist Church Student Ministry; French Club; Theater Club; Poetry Club; Service Club; Holifield Youth Salute Program; LCA Productions (Bye Bye Birdie - Reporter #1; Radium Girls - Dr. Von Sochocky; The Little Mermaid - Dancing Gull; The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe - Featured Dancer; Seussical the Musical - Thing #2; Fiddler on the Roof - Ensemble); LCA Cabreat (The Joy of Christmas - Featured Solist and Dancer; A Grand Night - Soloist; A Night on Broadway - Soloist; A Night at the Movies Dance Ensemble); LCA Choir Tours (Ireland and England; New York; Orlando, Florida and Chicago, Illinois) Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of the Cumberlands, University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville LCA Teacher Impact: My favorite teacher is Mr. Wesley because he is has given me a passion for music, serving others, and taught me how to seek the Lord in everything I do.
BEN GERKEN
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PROVERBS 31:8-9 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: BEN PLANS TO ATTEND EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY AND WILL PURSUE A CAREER AS A PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR A TEACHER. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Tennis and work Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Eastern Kentucky University, Asbury University and Georgetown College LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands because he has cool stories and is funny. LCA Impact: LCA has helped me become a better Christian and has given me awesome friends.
MILLIE GERMAN
Class of 2019
Senior
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: 1 THESSALONIANS 5:16-18 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MILLIE PLANS TO ATTEND CEDARVILLE UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN BIOCHEMISTRY IN ORDER TO PURSUE A CAREER IN DISEASE PREVENTION AND CONTROL. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 2017 Extra-Curricular Activities: Softball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Cedarville University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Watson is my favorite teacher because she really cares about each student, not only in the classroom but in life also.
EMILY GODDARD
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: ISAIAH 46:4 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: EMILY PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND WILL PURSUE A CAREER AS A NURSE PRACTITIONER OR A PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 1ST GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: National Honor Society, Beta Club, Dance Blue Committee, Young Life and Leadership Forum Awards and Honors: Christian Sportsmanship Awards in Cheer and Golf and multiple academic awards Colleges Accepted/Applied to:Â University of Kentucky, Lipscomb University and Centre College LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Jasper (She is one of the best teachers in this school and has been such a wonderful woman for me to look up to.); Mrs. Davis (She has been so helpful to me and she makes her classes enjoyable, while still teaching you a lot.); Mr. Merz (He has been a wonderful teacher and a great spiritual leader to the senior class and myself.) LCA Impact: LCA has prepared me for my academic future as well as contributing to my spiritual growth.
ANDRE GREEN
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JEREMIAH 29:11 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ANDRE PLANS TO ATTEND CENTRAL STATE UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 8TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Football and mission trips Awards and Honors: Tom Leach 2019 All-Resilient Team Member Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Alcorn State University, Jackson State, Oakwood University, Stillman College, Lincoln Memorial University (MO) and Central State University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Payne because she is reliable and encouraged me. Whenever I struggled or just didn’t get the concepts, she would make herself available to help me. LCA Impact: LCA has never been an easy road for me, but my parents never allowed me to give up, and I do believe the knowledge I have gained from the academic rigor has better prepared me to excel at my HBCU.
JED GREEN
Class of 2019
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 1:16 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JED PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN KINESIOLOGY. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 2014 Extra-Curricular Activities: Football Awards and Honors: Homecoming King Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands (probably the realest teacher out there) LCA Impact: I'm not in jail.
DREW HAAS
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: DREW PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND WILL MAJOR IN ENGINEERING. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 9TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: National Honor Society, Beta Club, Mu Alpha Theta, LCA Swim Team, LEXD Swim, Copperfield Swim, swim coach, lifeguard, and Bible study Awards and Honors: LCA Swim Team - Most Outstanding Male of the Year Award (3 times) and Christian Sportsman of the Year Award (1 time); State Qualifier for Swim (2 times); and Human Calculator Award (Geometry) Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Clemson University, Miami of Ohio, University of Kentucky, University of Alabama, Auburn University, Centre College and Washington and Lee University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands, Mr. Merz, Ms. Vanderpool, Mrs. Jasper, Mrs. Head and Adam Ray LCA Impact: It has helped me maintain a strong relationship with Christ.
WILL HACKER
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JEREMIAH 29:11 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: WILL PLANS TO ATTEND CENTRE COLLEGE AND PURSUE A CAREER IN BUSINESS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 4TH GRADE
Extra-Curricular Activities: Golf and basketball Awards and Honors: Golf - 2017 State Champions and various other individual awards for golf and basketball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Centre College, University of Kentucky, Auburn University, University of Evansville, and UNC-Wilmington LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz - keeps class interesting LCA Impact: Improved me
AARON HAGGARD
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PROVERBS 8:17 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: AARON PLANS TO ATTEND THE LEWIS HONORS COLLEGE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND PURSUE A CAREER AS A FINANCIAL MANAGER. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Golf Awards and Honors: National Honor Society, Beta Club and Governor's Scholars Program Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz - I love economics, and he is great at teaching it. LCA Impact: I was able to go to school surrounded by Christian role models.
HANNAH HALL
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PHILIPPIANS 4:7 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: HANNAH PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN PREMED. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 1ST-6TH AND THEN 10TH Extra-Curricular Activities: LCA Dance Team, Mu Alpha Theta, Beta Club and Dance Blue Committee Member Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands because he has the best advice. Mrs. Watson because she’s the sweetest. Mrs. Jasper because she has helped me grow my faith. LCA Impact: LCA has helped prepare me for my life after high school and how to keep my faith strong in college. LCA has shown me how to walk a Christian life and grow my love for Jesus.
RICH HAMLIN
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: COLOSSIANS 3:23-24 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: RICH IS CURRENTLY UNDECIDED ABOUT HIS COLLEGE CHOICE, BUT HE PLANS TO STUDY PRE-MEDICAL SCIENCES. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 8TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Kentucky YMCA Youth Association, Young Life Discipleship, Dance Blue Committee, Tennis, Castaway Club - A Young Life Camp, L'Escalade Climbing, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy, Eno Club, Y Club, Timber Wolf Lake - A Young Life Camp, Student-Led Bible Study, Young Life Club, Christ in Youth - A 5-Day Youth Conference for High School Students, Beta Club, and Southland Students. Awards and Honors: Kentucky High School Athletic Association Academic All-State Tennis First Team, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy Scholar, Mu Alpha Theta, Spanish National Honors Society, National Honors Society and National Beta Club. Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Auburn University, University of South Florida, University of Kentucky, Florida Golf Coast University, and Florida Atlantic University LCA Teacher Impact: Ms. Watson because she is wise to share great examples to live as a Christian. LCA Impact: It has pushed my academic abilities.
BLANE HARDIN
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PHILIPPIANS 3:14 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: BLANE PLANS TO ATTEND CENTRE COLLEGE AND STUDY ECONOMICS AND FINANCE AND TO GET HIS MBA. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Football, Beta Club, National Spanish Honors Society Awards and Honors: 2x All City Football, 2x Academic All State, 2016 Football District Champ, 2017 Basketball District Champ, 4x Region Runner Up Football Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Centre College, Miami of Ohio, Butler University, University of Kentucky, and the University of Alabama LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands is my favorite teacher because of his life experiences. He can always tell a funny story but always has an application that can help my life. LCA Impact: LCA has impacted my life by allowing an environment to let me grow as a person and student. The friends and mentors I’ve met here are people I will have for life.
CALEB HARPER
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 12:10 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CALEB PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF INDIANA AND STUDY BUSINESS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Cross Country and Track Awards and Honors: Honors Student and All Regional Cross Country Runner Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, Southern Methodist University, University of Miami and the University of Indiana LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz and Mr. Wesley because they are cool and encouraging. LCA Impact: I will be getting a high school diploma, and I learned about the Bible.
ALICIA HARRIS
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: 2 CORINTHIANS 12:9-10 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ALICIA PLANS TO ATTEND EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION WITH A FOCUS ON LEARNING AND BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Dance, French Honors Society, Beta Club, National Honors Society and LCA Dance team Honors and Awards: French I Class Award and LCA Dance Team Captain Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Eastern Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Koett because she always takes time out of her day to ask about our lives and provide a perfect example of a Christian role model. LCA Impact: LCA has deepened my faith and taught me how to defend my faith outside of the LCA community.
CONOR HARRISION
Class of 2019
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JOHN 3:16 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CONOR IS CURRENTLY UNDECIDED WHERE HE WILL ATTEND COLLEGE BUT HE PLANS TO PURSUE A CAREER AS A TEACHER OR A SPORTS JOURNALIST/ANALYST. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: FRESHMAN Extra-Curricular Activities: Basketball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of South Florida, University of North Florida, Coastal Carolina University, University of Kentucky and Calvin College LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands LCA Impact: New friends and relationships
KENDALL HAYES
Class of 2019
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: HEBREWS 12:1 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: KENDALL PLANS TO ATTEND MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY BUT IS UNDECIDED ABOUT A MAJOR. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 8TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Track and Cross Country Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Morehead State University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Redish LCA Impact: Just the people and their love for Jesus
DAWSON HENDRICKSON Class of 2019
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JOHN 11:35 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: DAWSON PLANS TO ATTEND BLUEGRASS COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE AND STUDY NURSING. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: JUNIOR Extra-Curricular Activities: Soccer Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Bluegrass Community & Technical College LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Newman - he reminds me of myself. LCA Impact: Becoming better at soccer and being a better person to everyone. LCA has given me people in my life I would do anything for.
KIARAH HIGGINS
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: KIARAH PLANS TO ATTEND TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY AND DOUBLE MAJOR IN PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIAL SCIENCE WITH A MINOR IN WOMEN AND GENDER STUDIES. SHE HOPES TO START HER OWN ORGANIZATION THAT COUNSELS WOMEN WHO HAVE BEEN SEX TRAFFICKED. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 9TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Beta Club, Theater Club, Mu Alpha Theta, Chamber Choir, LCA Musicals and Cabaret Awards and Honors: Most Improved in Choir (9th grade), Algebra 2 Honors Award (9th grade) and Most Improved in Dance (11th grade) Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Transylvania University and Centre College LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz because of how invested he is in our lives and how he takes the time to come watch our shows with his daughter. I love Mrs. Jasper because she was my mom away from home and always took care of me and helped my family. Mr. Jamison because he educated me about different religions and view points without a bias and Mr. Small because he pushed me to be better in English. LCA Impact: LCA has impacted me by helping me be stronger in my faith and my beliefs. It has given me an appreciation for diversity and has given me a desire to get involved with people who look like me since I don’t have much access here. It has also given me a strong desire to educate the masses about racial differences and experiences because people aren’t that aware here.
JESSICA HILL
Class of 2019
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 12:2 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JESSICA PLANS TO ATTEND LIBERTY UNIVERSITY AND STUDY INTERIOR DESIGN. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 7TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Tennis Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and Liberty University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Payne because she genuinely cares for each of her students and encourages them daily in their walk with God. LCA Impact: It has showed me the value of having a Christ-centered education!
MILES HOUK
Class of 2019
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MILES PLANS TO ATTEND EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY AFTER GRADUATION. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN
Extra-Curricular Activities: Theater and Yearbook Awards and Honors: Beta Club Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Eastern Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Iler (I always leave her room happier than I entered it.) and Mr. Merz (In no other room could we have a class discussion about murder methods.)
MADELINE HOWARD
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MADELINE PLANS TO ATTEND ASBURY UNIVERSITY AND DOUBLE MAJOR IN EQUINE STUDIES AND ENGLISH TO BECOME AN EQUINE LAWYER. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 9TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Horseback Riding, Kentucky 4-H Horse Program, Beta Club and National Honors Society Awards and Honors: Kentucky 4-H Hippology and Horse Bowl National Teams, 4.0 Honor Roll, High-Point Awards at State and District Horse Shows Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Asbury University, University of Kentucky, Northern Kentucky University and Georgetown College LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Iler and her classes are the reason that I want to become a lawyer. Mr. Small and his AP Language class made me fall so much more in love with English, reading, and analyzing literature. My future plans would not be the same without these two teachers, and I am so grateful for their influence in my life. LCA Impact: The teachers at LCA have impacted me in a way I could never imagine. Having teachers that are amazing in their subject but also of superior character has been a blessing. Not only can they help you with your education, but also in your everyday life and your walk with Christ. Many of them have been a complete inspiration to me.
KARA HUCABY
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: PROVERBS 31:25 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: KARA PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND STUDY NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND WILL PURSUE A CAREER AS A CHINESE TO ENGLISH INTERPRETER. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Chinese, piano, writing, drawing and dance Awards and Honors: Beta Club and The Hannah Award Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Winckler - She inspires me with foreign language and always makes her class fun and engaging. Mrs. Cranfill - She increases my love for art. She’s a funny, happy, great teacher. LCA Impact: I have found a faith in it that sustains me, a joy that fulfills me, and a hope that will follow me all my days.
GRACE JACOBS
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: 1 THESSALONIANS 5:16-18 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: GRACE PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND WILL PURSUE A CAREER IN PEDIATRIC SURGERY. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 1ST GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Lexington F.C., Mu Alpha Theta (President), National Honors Society (Treasurer), Beta Club, Olympic Development Program International Travel Team, LCA Women’s Soccer, Lil’ Lambs Closet Volunteer, classical guitarist and math tutor Awards and Honors: Valedictorian, BGO Achievment Scholarship, Kentucky Governor’s Scholar, University of Louisville Yarmuth Book Award, KUNA Outstanding Advocacy Team and Ambassador Awards, Scholar Athlete for Lexington Family Magazine, University of Kentucky Rising Scholar and various class awards Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Allegheny College, Vanderbilt University, University of Kentucky, University of Louisville, Purdue University, Notre Dame and Case-Western. LCA Teacher Impact: I love all of my teachers. I cannot select just one because they have all played an important part into shaping me into who I am. Their daily encouragement, wisdom, and support has given me the best possible platform to move into college with. Their humor and creativity has enabled my high school experience to be exciting and fun everyday. They motivate me to succeed and to always do my best in all areas of my life. LCA Impact: LCA has provided me a wonderful environment to learn and grow in over the past twelve years. The teachers and faculty have supported me in my academic journey as well as my walk with Christ. I cannot imagine having spent my time at any other school, and I cannot thank everyone enough for how much they have invested in and impacted me.
KAYLEN JASPER
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PSALM 32:7 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: KAYLEN PLANS TO ATTEND WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY TO PURSUE A CAREER AS A MUSIC THERAPIST. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Choir and Theater Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Western Kentucky University and Belmont University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Wesley for his passion for music and love for students. Mr. Merz for his kindness, patience, humor. Mr. Seamands for his humor and compassion. LCA Impact: LCA has taught me to appreciate the things that make me different than others, taught me to keep an open mind in every situation, and given me friends that are some of the most important people in my life.
JACK JENKINS
Class of 2019
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: MATTHEW 5:16 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JACK PLANS TO ATTEND UNION UNIVERSITY AND STUDY PSYCHOLOGY, POLITICAL SCIENCE AND THEOLOGY. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 7TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Beta Club, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society and Tennis Awards and Honors: Business Law Award Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Union University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Jasper because she's like a mother figure of the school kind and caring and Mr. Merz because he cares about his students and has a passion for teaching. LCA Impact: It has interested me in going into theology so that I can have a better understanding of the Bible and see what God wants me to do with my life.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
MATTHEW JOHNSON
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: COLOSSIANS 3:23 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MATTHEW PLANS TO ATTEND ASBURY UNIVERSITY AND STUDY SPORTS MANAGEMENT FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Baseball and basketball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Eastern Kentucky University, Unversity of Kentucky and Asbury University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands (funny and laid back class) and Mrs. Payne (I had her for three classes, and she helped me out a lot with school.) LCA Impact: It has set me up for success at college.
JACOB JONES
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PSALM 32:7 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JACOB PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN KINESIOLOGY FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Football Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, Eastern Kentucky University and Northern Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Payne, Mrs. Koett, Mr. Merz, and Mr. Seamands (connected the most with these teachers) LCA Impact: Developed close relationships and have the safety to be able to worship God in our everyday life
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
CHRIS KARENBAUER
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: JOSHUA 1:9 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CHRIS PLANS TO ATTEND CEDARVILLE UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN JOURNALISM. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: K-2ND AND SOPHOMORE-SENIOR Extra-Curricular Activities: Basketball, Beta Club and National Honor Society Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, Transylvania University, Johnson University and Cedarville University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Koett because she’s nice and a really good teacher. Mr. Merz because he’s funny and a good social studies teacher. LCA Impact: I’ve grown in my faith with Christ.
MADALYNE KINNETT
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: 1 CORINTHIANS 13:13 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MADALYNE PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN EDUCATION. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 6TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Painting Awards and Honors: 2nd runner up at Miss Kentucky Teen USA 2019 Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and Florida Gulf Coast University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Baldwin and Mrs. Koett LCA Impact: I have met so many amazing people that I will cherish forever. The teachers here are some of the most God loving and greatest people I have ever met.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
ELLIE KRUGER
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: PSALM 61:2-3 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ELLIE PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AFTER GRADUATION. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 3RD GRADE
Extra-Curricular Activities: Horseback riding (3-day eventing and rodeo) Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Cranfill and Mrs. Jasper because they have been constants in my life throughout high school. I know they’ll always be there if I need anything. LCA Impact: It’s definitely made me appreciate a Christian environment and being able to worship and talk about God openly.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
JACKSON LALONDE
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: PROVERBS 18:10 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JACKSON PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY BUT IS UNDECIDED ABOUT A MAJOR. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 9TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Golf, hunting and fishing Honors and Awards: Golf State Championship Team 2017, All State Golf Team 2017, Regional Champion 2017, Brad Shelton Award 2017 and Brad Shelton Award 2018 Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands is my favorite teacher because he is funny and genuinely interested in the well-being of his students. LCA Impact: I have made friends that I hope to have for life and learned how to be a teammate.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
JULIA LAWSON
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: JOSHUA 1:9 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JULIA PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY BUT IS UNDECIDED ABOUT A MAJOR. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 9TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Track and Cross Country Team, Choir, Y Club, LCA Musicals and Beta Club Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands- He is very funny and has a genuine heart for his students. LCA Impact: I have made lifelong friends and grown in my relationship with the Lord.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
MALINDA LEMONS
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: REVELATION 3:2 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MALINDA PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN ENGINEERING. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 6TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Archery and Basketball Awards and Honors: Beta Club and National Honor Society Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and West Virginia University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands because he always brightens my day with jokes. LCA Impact: It has led me closer to God so I have a deeper relationship with Him.
MICHAEL LYLE
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: MATTHEW 6:33 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MICHAEL IS UNDECIDED ABOUT HIS COLLEGE CHOICE BUT PLANS TO PURSUE A CAREER IN BUSINESS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Beta Club, Honors Society, Chick Fil-A Leadership Academy, Mu Alpha Theta, Golf Team 2014-2016 and playing guitar Awards and Honors: All A State Academics Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Georgetown College, Asbury University, Transylvania University, University of the Cumberlands, University of Kentucky and Eastern Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Iler, Mrs. Koett, Mrs. Shannon, Mr. Perkins, Mr. Merz and Mrs. Watson LCA Impact: LCA has introduced me to nearly all of my friends and has provided me with an excellent education with a Christian worldview. Without LCA I would not be the person I am today.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
ANDREW MADDEN
Class of 2019
COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ANDREW IS UNDECIDED WHERE HE WILL ATTEND COLLEGE BUT PLANS TO PURUSE A CAREER IN BUSINESS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN
Extra-Curricular Activities: Track and Cross Country Awards and Honors: Track MVP; State Championships (Track); All-State Track (2 times) and Honor Roll Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and New York University LCA Teacher Impact: All of them are great people this year. LCA Impact: It’s improved my life and surrounded me with good people and teachers.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
HOPE MARCUM
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: JEREMIAH 29:11 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: HOPE PLANS TO ATTEND WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 10TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Varsity Dance Team Captain, Beta Club, Women’s Choir President Awards and Honors: Honor Roll Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Western Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: My favorite teachers are Mrs. Koett, Mr. Seamands, and Mr. Wesley. They have all greatly invested in my life and made me stronger in my faith. LCA Impact: LCA has given me so many amazing memories with some of my closest friends, and I could not be more grateful for my time here.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
SAMUEL MARTIN
Class of 2019
COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: SAMUEL PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AND WILL SERVE IN THE ARMY. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 7TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Cross Country, Track, Chorus, Beta Club, Y Club, and Mu Alpa Theta Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and the United States Military Academy LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands, Mrs. Koett, Mr. Merz and Mrs. Watson because they all invest in the seniors in different ways. LCA Impact: LCA gave me great friendships that I will have for the rest of my life and allowed me to grow in my relationship with Christ.
ELIZABETH MCCAULEY
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PROVERBS 16:3 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ELIZABETH PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN BIOLOGY AND PLANS TO GO INTO A PROFESSION IN THE MEDICAL FIELD. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 1ST GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Varsity Cheerleading Awards and Honors: Beta Club, HIgh Honor Roll and 2019 Universal Cheerleaders Association National Championship Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and University of South Carolina LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz because he takes a confusing subject and makes it easy to learn and always keeps class fun. LCA Impact: LCA has impacted my life by not only giving me a quality education, but also helping me grow close to a great group of friends and keeping Christ at the center of our education.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
MORGAN MCGAREY
Class of 2019
COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MORGAN PLANS TO ATTEND BELMONT UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN VOCAL PERFORMANCE. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 3RD GRADE
Extra-Curricular Activities: Choir, band, musicals and academic team Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Belmont University, University of Denver and DePaul University
MEELA MINGUA
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: 1 CORINTHIANS 16:13 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MEELA PLANS TO ATTEND TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN JOURNALISM. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 7TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Tennis, Track & Field, Cross Country, Spanish Club, Book Club and Poetry Club Awards and Honors: Spanish National Honors Society Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Eastern Kentucky University, Transylvania University, Belmont University, Bellarmine University and Asbury University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands and Mr. Merz LCA Impact: It has given me amazing friends.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
TOMAS MOREHEAD
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 12:2 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: TOMAS PLANS TO ATTEND MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY AND PURSUE A CAREER IN LEARNING EDUCATION. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Soccer, Track and Field and Cooking Club Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Morehead State University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands, Mr. Merz, Mrs. Koett and Mr. Newman LCA Impact: It has strengthened my relationship with Christ.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
REAGAN NEWMAN
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: PROVERBS 31:25 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: REAGAN PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND PURSUE A CAREER IN MEDICINE. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 9TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Soccer and Y Club Awards and Honors: Beta Club Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: I love all our senior teachers because they actually care about what they are teaching and about their students. But Mr. Seamands because he’s a meme. LCA Impact: It’s let me find my perfect friend group and shown me exactly where I’m supposed to be at this point in my life.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
DANIELLA OKHOTNIKOVA
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: 1 JOHN 3:18 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: DANIELLA PLANS TO ATTEND ASBURY UNIVERSITY AND DOUBLE MAJOR IN MATHEMATICS AND WORSHIP ARTS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 9TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Percussion Ensemble and "Bye Bye Birdie" Musical Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Asbury University LCA Teacher Impact: All of my teachers are my favorite! LCA Impact: LCA has strengthened my faith and knowledge of theology as well as other subjects.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
ERIN OLIVER
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: GALATIANS 6:9 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ERIN PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN JOURNALISM. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 8TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Beta Club, National Honor Society, Y Club Chaplain and Newspaper Editor Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Iler because of her hard work and dedication to students and genuine care for her classes. Mr. Seamands because of his passion for teaching students how to be equipped for the real world and his humor. LCA Impact: I’ve appreciated the wonderful teachers that have taught me and the friends I’ve made here.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
MALCOLM PALMER
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: PROVERBS 26:11 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MALCOLM PLANS TO ATTEND DEPAUL UNIVERSITY AND DOUBLE MAJOR IN ENGLISH AND FILM WITH PLANS TO BE A SCREENWRITER. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: TK Extra-Curricular Activities: LCA Musical and Track and Cross Country Awards and Honors: KMEA Choir All-State, 2x Cross Country State Champions, 1x Track and Field State Champions Colleges Accepted/Applied to: DePaul University and Belmont University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Wesley, Mrs. Koett and Mrs. Davis because they have all shown a genuine care for me and my future. LCA Impact: LCA has introduced me to teachers and friends that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.
ISAIAH PREWITT
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: PSALMS 51 AND PROVERBS 2:1-8 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ISAIAH PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND DOUBLE MAJOR IN PSYCHOLOGY AND PHILOSOPHY. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Jazz Band Awards and Honors: Academic Scholarship from the University of Kentucky, All State Guitar Orchestra Participant and AP Music Theory Award Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Cranfill, Mr. Small, Mr. Merz, Mr. Seamands and Mrs. Koett. They all support me and have been there for me when I need it. I appreciate the knowledge and wisdom they all pass down to us as students and to me individually. LCA Impact: It has given me an enriching, great environment to grow academically and spiritually. I would not be the same person if I didn't go to LCA.
JOSIE PSIMER
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: PHILIPPIANS 4:6 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JOSIE PLANS TO ATTEND THE SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO TO BECOME A SEQUENTIAL ARTIST. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 2ND GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Theater Club, French Club, Leadership Forum, National Honor Society, Beta Club and school musical stagehand Awards and Honors: Artist of the Month, French I, II, and III Awards, Honors English 10 Award and Honor Roll Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Savannah College of Art and Design, Maryland Institute College of Art and School of the Art Institute of Chicago LCA Teacher Impact: Dr. Fults has given me the gift of French, a language that allows me to connect with others and appreciate culture (and her room is the ultimate Parisian hang out!). Mrs. Cranfill has supported my artistic journey and progress all the way to art school. These two strong, supportive, and creative women have been such amazing role models and mentors for me, and I cannot thank them enough for all they have taught me! LCA Impact: LCA has given me a great education, and has shown me the importance of critical thinking, looking at multiple perspectives, and seeking to serve.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
MADELINE PULLIAM
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 8:28 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MADELINE IS UNDECIDED ABOUT HER COLLEGE CHOICE BUT PLANS TO PURSUE A CAREER IN NURSING. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Track, Cross Country and Soccer Awards and Honors: Beta Club and National Spanish Honor Society Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, University of Alabama, Morehead State University and Trevecca Nazarene University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Payne, Mrs. Shannon, Mr. Seamands and Mr. Merz LCA Impact: LCA has impacted my life in numerous ways. It has helped me build forever friendships and grow my faith stronger throughout my time here.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
CLARK RAMEY
Class of 2019 LIFE VERSE: JEREMIAH 29:11 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CLARK PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN HUMAN HEALTH SCIENCES TO PURSUE A CAREER AS AN ATHLETIC TRAINER. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: TK
Extra-Curricular Activities: Football Manager, I Am 3rd Basketball and Bass Fishing Team Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and Eastern Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands and Mr. Merz because of the humor they bring into the classroom, and I connect the most with the two. LCA Impact: LCA has gotten me ready for college and what to expect when we step out of the bubble of LCA.
KYLE RODE
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: COLOSSIANS 3:23 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: KYLE PLANS TO PURSUE AN EDUCATION AND BASKETBALL CAREER AT LIBERTY UNIVERSITY. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 6TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Basketball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Liberty University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Payne - She genuinely cares for her students and encourages them to be their best in life and in their relationship with God. LCA Impact: LCA has had a great impact on my life. It has allowed me to grow as student, a Christian, and in basketball. The students, teachers and coaches have had an huge impact on my life.
MEGAN RODGERS
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: 1 JOHN 4:8 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MEGAN PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN KINESIOLOGY WITH A DOUBLE MINOR IN PHOTOGRAPHY AND GENDER/WOMEN'S STUDIES. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Varsity Cheerleading, Volleyball, Track, Beta Club, Y Club, and Leadership Forum Awards and Honors: High Honor Roll all four years of high school and 2019 Universal Cheerleaders Association National Championship Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Ole Miss, University of Alabama and the University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands (super funny and always has a great story to match every situation) and Mr. Merz (makes senior year more enjoyable, teaches us life lessons) LCA Impact: LCA has taught me more than just basic school subjects. It has taught me how to live as a believer of Christ and how to represent God in everything I do. It has taught me life lessons that I will carry with me into college and on.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
CAROLINE ROYALTY
Class of 2019 LIFE VERSE: ISAIAH 41:10 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CAROLINE PLANS ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AND MAJOR IN COMMUNICATIONS WITH A MINOR IN SPORTS MEDIA. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN
Extra-Curricular Activities: Varsity Cheerleading Awards and Honors: High Honor Roll all four years of high school; 2019 Universal Cheerleaders Association National Championship; Beta Club; All Academic First Team Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Alabama and the Universty of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz and Mr. Seamands because they make class entertaining all while teaching valuable life lessons. LCA Impact: LCA has given me relationships that I will cherish for a lifetime. It has also allowed me to grow in my faith in an open and loving environment.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
CHASE SACCA
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: MICAH 6:8 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CHASE PLANS TO BECOME A FIREFIGHTER. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 9TH GRADE
Extra-Curricular Activities: Football and Lacrosse LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands because he's the G.O.A.T. LCA Impact: This school has changed my outlook on Christ forever, and my faith has forever been changed.
GRIFFIN SAHLI
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: PHILIPPIANS 4:13 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: GRIFFIN PLANS TO ATTEND KENTUCKY WESLEYAN COLLEGE WHERE HE WILL PLAY BASEBALL. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 1ST GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Baseball, Internship with UK Athletics Department and Band Awards and Honors: KHSAA Academic All-State Awards, College Academic and Athletics Scholarships and Beta Club Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Kentucky Wesleyan College, University of Kentucky, University of the Cumberlands and Eastern Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz and Mr. Seamands have great stories and make class fun and Coach Ray and Coach Fugmann because they are great role models! LCA Impact: It's given me a good Christian education and an opportunity to play baseball and have great coaches to play for.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
JACOB SANTROCK
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: JOHN 11:35 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JACOB PLANS TO ATTEND MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN EXERCISE SCIENCE AND WOULD LIKE TO BECOME A STRENGTH COACH. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 8TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Student Council, Young Life, Football, Track, and Weightlifting Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, Marshall University, Belmont University and Middle Tennessee State University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Perkins - His class sophomore year is my favorite LCA class ever. LCA Impact: Given me friends, community, and a good education.
PHILLIP SCOTT
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT LIFE VERSE: JEREMIAH 17:10 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: PHILLIP PLANS TO ATTEND TULANE UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND HOPES TO BE A POLITICIAN AND REPRESENT THE COMMON WORKER IN AMERICA. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Chamber Choir, Musicals, and Piano Awards and Honors: All-A First Team (Soccer) Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and Tulane University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Wesley is my favorite teacher because he has genuinely invested time into me and really cares about my life and what I am going through, no matter how trivial. LCA Impact: It has taught me a morality code.
ZACH SCOTT
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JOSHUA 1:9 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ZACH'S FUTURE PLANS INCLUDE ATTENDING BLUEGRASS COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE AND BECOMING AN OFFICER IN THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 7TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Soccer and Bass Fishing Team Awards and Honors: High Honor Roll Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky and Bluegrass Community & Technical College LCA Teacher Impact: Adam Ray because he is a great example of a Godly man. He is strong in his faith and can defend what he believes with science, logic, and biblical facts. He is very passionate about the outdoors and loving people. LCA Impact: It helped me grow in my faith and prepared me to impact the world for God’s glory.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
BETHANY SELBY
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: JOHN 13:35 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: BETHANY IS UNDECIDED ABOUT WHERE SHE WILL ATTEND COLLEGE, BUT SHE PLANS TO MAJOR IN BIOLOGY TO PURSUE A CAREER AS A PHYSICIAN. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 10TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Basketball, Track, Beta Club, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy, Kentucky Youth Assembly, Young Life and Dance Blue Committee LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Koett because she cares about the subject and is involved with her students. LCA Impact: LCA has helped me build lifelong friendships as well as preparing me for my future through academics.
ELISE SHEWMAKER
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: DEUTERONOMY 31:8 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ELISE PLANS TO ATTEND LIPSCOMB UNIVERSITY AND PLAY COLLEGE SOFTBALL. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Softball Awards and Honors: Beta Club, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, National Spanish Honors Society, Softball Awards - All District All Tournament Team, All Academic Team All City, and East West All Stars Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Lipscomb University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Payne because she is a good teacher and really shows that she cares for her students. LCA Impact: It has given me so many friends and great opportunities.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
LUCAS SHORTER
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: PROVERBS 1:5 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: J.T. PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE ON A PRE-LAW TRACK FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 6TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Baseball, Football, and Musical Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, Western Kentucky University, and Belmont University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands because he brings up good discussions. LCA Impact: It has set me up for success in college.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
GRACE SLATERY
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: 1 CORINTHIANS 16:14 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: GRACE PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY TO PREPARE FOR A BUSINESS CAREER. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Internship at Southland Awards and Honors: Beta Club, National Honor Society, National Spanish Honors Society Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands and Mr. Merz because they are the bomb.com. You don't even know! LCA Impact: The friendships I’ve made, along with the teachers having a good influence on me.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
ALEX SMITH
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 12:2 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ALEX PLANS TO ATTEND WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY AND WILL PURSUE A CAREER AS A CHILD PSYCHIATRIST. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 8TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Photography, art, writing/poetry, outdoor activities Awards and Honors: Beta Club and Jesse Owens Award Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Western Kentucky University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz - his dry sense of humor and his brilliance LCA Impact: The teachers have made me want to make a difference in the lives of others.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
ELLIE SMITH
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: JOHN 15:4 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ELLIE IS CURRENTLY UNDECIDED WHERE SHE WILL ATTEND COLLEGE, BUT SHE PLANS TO MAJOR IN BIOLOGY OR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 8TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Chorus, Atlanta Mission Team, Young Progressives Club, Musicals and Cabaret Honors and Awards: French I Award, Honors Chemistry Award, Lexington Medical Alliance, Sophomore Science Award, Governor’s Scholar Program Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Lipscomb University, Transylvania University, University of Kentucky and Belmont University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Jasper because she is always invested in her students’ lives—in their academics, their future, and in their spiritual life. LCA Impact: I think having a community and teachers that care and are willing to do more is the thing LCA does best.
GABE SMITH
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: COLOSSIANS 3:2 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: GABE PLANS TO ATTEND TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY AND ASPIRES TO BE A MOVIE CRITIC. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 10TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Beta Club and Kentucky Youth Assembly Awards and Honors: 11th Grade History Award Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Franklin College, Transylvania University and Hanover College LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Payne - She's one of the nicest teachers I’ve ever had as well as the sweetest. Mrs. Iler - She's also one of the nicest teachers I’ve had, and she has helped me become a better writer. Mr. Merz - He's one of the funniest teachers I’ve had, and he’s also a big movie fanatic like me. LCA Impact: Since coming to LCA, I’ve made more friends that will last a lifetime than the 11 years I spent in Illinois.
JOSHUA SOPER
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JOSHUA PLANS TO ATTEND EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY BUT IS UNDECIDED ABOUT A MAJOR. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 2005
Extra-Curricular Activities: Boy Scouts Awards and Honors: Eagle Scout Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Eastern Kentucky University, University of Kentucky and Morehead State University LCA Impact: Made me smarter.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
J. T. SPARKS
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: PROVERBS 1:5 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: J.T. PLANS ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE (PRELAW TRACK) FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 6TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Baseball, Football and Musical Productions Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, Northern Kentucky University, Western Kentucky University, and Belmont University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands because he brings up good discussions. LCA Impact: It has set me up for success in college.
JAKE STANDIFORD
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: IF YOU DON’T GET YOUR HOPES UP, THEY CAN NEVER BE LET DOWN - SQUIRT 3:16 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: JAKE PLANS TO ATTEND MIDWAY UNIVERSITY, WHERE HE WILL PLAY BASEBALL. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 2015 Extra-Curricular Activities: Baseball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Georgetown College, Midway University, University of Kentucky and University of the Cumberlands LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands LCA Impact: I just live life day by day.
BLAYNE STRIPPELHOFF
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: 2 TIMOTHY 1:7 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: BLAYNE PLANS TO ATTEND ASBURY UNIVERSITY AND STUDY FILM PRODUCTION. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 5TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: STLP Awards and Honors: Class Award for Graphic Design Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Asbury University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Meadows, Mrs. Shannon, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Seamands, and Mr. Merz LCA Impact: LCA provides an environment where students and teachers can engage in conversations outside of the studies of the class.
BROOKE TUDOR
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: 2 CORINTHIANS 12:9 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: BROOKE PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND STUDY PRE-NURSING WITH PLANS TO PURSUE GRADUATE SCHOOL. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Volleyball, Y Club, Beta Club, National Honors Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Spanish Honors Society, Dance Blue Committee Awards and Honors: Academic All-State First Team (4 years in a row), Most Improved Player (volleyball) and Homecoming Queen Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky, Eastern Kentucky University, and Transylvania University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands (He is so real and has the funniest stories. He always knows how to make school a fun time for our seniors) and Mrs. Jasper (She is the true embodiment of a woman pursuing God with her life.) LCA Impact: LCA has taught me how to carry myself with confidence and the love of God; it has shown me how to live in this world we are in.
SETH TURNER
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: PROVERBS 19:17 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: SETH PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN BUSINESS. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN
Extra-Curricular Activities: Topsoil provider and hunting Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands LCA Impact: I can type a pretty decent paper.
ABBY WALLEN
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JOHN 13:15-17 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ABBY PLANS TO ATTEND EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 2ND GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Basketball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Eastern Kentucky University and Morehead State University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands because he makes class fun. LCA Impact: It has helped me grow my faith.
MASON WHEELER
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: ROMANS: 8:28 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: MASON PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY AND MAJOR IN PRE-LAW. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 9TH GRADE Extra-Curricular Activities: Baseball Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Eastern Kentucky University, Northern Kentucky University and the University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Iler- She teaches us very well while remaining relaxed. LCA Impact: I have had a great education and made great friends.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
BEN WHITMAN
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: JOHN13:34 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: BEN PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA AND MAJOR IN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Football and Beta Club Awards and Honors: National Spanish Honors Society Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Florida, Clemson University and Auburn University LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Watson because she is super knowledgeable and cool and Mr. Merz because he is a great influence. LCA Impact: It has helped shape my worldview and by making me a wiser person.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
ELLA WILSON
Class of 2019
LIFE VERSE: ROMANS 8:28 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: ELLA PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY BUT IS UNDECIDED ABOUT A MAJOR. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 7TH GRADE Awards and Honors: Beta Club and National Honors Society Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Hawaii Pacific University and the University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs Cranfill, because she is free-spirited and loves her students like they are her kids. Mrs. Payne because she is the perfect example of someone who lives for the Lord, and she led me to have a personal relationship with Christ. LCA Impact: It taught me to incorporate my Christian faith into everything I do.
CHASE WORTHINGTON
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: JOHN 3:16 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CHASE PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY BUT IS CURRENTLY UNDECIDED ABOUT A MAJOR. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: KINDERGARTEN Extra-Curricular Activities: Soccer Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Kentucky LCA Teacher Impact: Mrs. Payne because she cares about the students. LCA Impact: It has made me closer to God.
PEYTON WORTZ
Senior
Class of 2019
SPOTLIGHT
LIFE VERSE: EPHESIANS 2:10-12 COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: PEYTON PLANS TO ATTEND FURMAN UNIVERSITY AND MAJOR IN NEUROSCIENCE TO BECOME AN OPTHAMOLOGIST OR OPTOMETRIST. FIRST STARTED AT LCA: PRESCHOOL Extra-Curricular Activities: Chamber Choir and Musical Theater Awards and Honors: 2018 Kentucky Governor’s Scholar, President of Chamber Choir, Vice President of National Honor Society, Vice President of Mu Alpha Theta , Beta Club, French Honors Society, 2018 Furman Scholar, Brown University Program in neuroscience, Quebec French Immersion Program and Youth Salute Honoree 2018 Colleges Accepted/Applied to: Furman University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Merz is my favorite teacher because he makes class fun and interesting. I always leave his class feeling inspired! LCA Impact: LCA has helped me find my passions and has given me a way to pursue them.
Senior
SPOTLIGHT
CHRIS ZACCARELLI
Class of 2019
COLLEGE & CAREER PLANS: CHRIS WILL ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF PIKEVILLE, WHERE HE WILL PLAY FOOTBALL FIRST STARTED AT LCA: 8TH GRADE
Extra-Curricular Activities: Football and Lacrosse Colleges Accepted/Applied to: University of Pikeville, IWU and Morehead State University LCA Teacher Impact: Mr. Seamands - fun class. LCA Impact: It has made me better at football.