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As a student’s leadership potential is nurtured, the ability to relate to others improves and skills in communication, conflict resolution, decision making, and goal achievement are refined. Initiative and responsibility increase, and self-concept and personal fulfillment flourish. Basic human needs of belonging, accomplishment, and reaching one’s potential can be realized through the development of leadership.
In all courses, students are provided opportunities to engage in meaningful activities with teams or groups. This allows the students to develop skills on how to work with others on analysis, presentations, and reporting. Seventh and eighth graders will also have the opportunity to further develop leadership skills and put them into action through co-curricular activities such as athletic programs, fine arts, honor societies, academic team, Biblical Leadership 101, national and international trips, and community service
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Coleman Marshall Junior High Principal Lea AssistantClarkPrincipal
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We believe the biblical model of servant-leadership that Jesus demonstrated best exemplifies our own leadership priorities. As Paul says in Philippians, one should “look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others” (Philippians 2:4).
high school is designed to prepare students for high school and beyond by building a strong academic base while fostering spiritual and social growth in a loving environment. We invite you to learn more about our program. Come tour our campus and discover more about a school where leadership is discovered and our students thrive.
Through our junior high Bible and history courses, students will study the leadership qualities of Biblical and secular leaders. The students will also be exposed to topics including absolute truths, what it means to be a Child of God, how to submit to authority, how to control the tongue, and how they can be a good influence to others.
It is a pleasure to welcome you to Lexington Christian Academy! We are excited your family is exploring our junior high school. Schools are charged with providing students with the knowledge and skills needed to orient them to high school and beyond and to build future leaders in the global society of this 21st century. I am proud to be part of a junior high team which helps students understand and explore their unique abilities to lead and the characteristics needed to become a Christian leader.
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In addition to attending daily Bible classes, LCA students encounter God’s truth. The Bible is the framework for character, attitude, and value development.
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BIBLE INSTRUCTION IS INTEGRATED WITH EVERY ASPECT OF THE STUDENT'S EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE.
PARENTS ARE THE FIRST - AND MOST IMPORTANT - TEACHERS. One of the principal needs of children is instruction. The Bible emphasizes the important role that parents play in providing that instruction. While others may teach, fathers and mothers have the prime responsibility. The partnership between the home and school establishes a strong foundation for the student’s success.
LCA School System's curricular and instructional decisions are supported by research and reflective of best practices.
MISSION & CORE VALUES
THERE IS A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION THROUGHOUT OUT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM OFFERINGS THAT MAXIMALLY PREPARES OUR STUDENTS FOR COLLEGE AND LIFE.
STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE A WIDE RANGE OF EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE TO THEM. LCA believes that no student should have to take an academic penalty to receive a Christian education. As a result, LCA has made a long-term financial commitment to provide a full range of educational opportunities to its student bodY.
A Christian school is not a place where a few elements such as prayer, chapel services, and Bible classes merely complement an otherwise secular education. Genuine Christian education integrates God’s Word into the curriculum, cocurricular activities, and every other aspect of school life, in turn enabling students to make a difference in the world for Him. While a Christian school is not a “safe house” from the evils of the world or a guarantee against sin, it does teach students about God’s commands, forgiveness, and grace. The Christian school should be the place where Christian families, the church, and the school prepare students for effective lives of service in God’s kingdom.
BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW
An integral part of our junior high is the spiritual training our students receive through their Bible classes, weekly chapel programs as well as mission & outreach program. Daily classes provide opportunities for Biblical study, examination of doctrines, theology & practices as well as an exploration of one's worldview. Led by the Spiritual Life Director, chapel is designed to encourage and equip students to grow stronger in their faith as they prepare for high school. Chapel is comprised of praise & worship plus a lesson. Opportunities for students to participate in worship. As Christians, we are called to be our Lord’s “hands and feet.” Our students embrace this calling and serve in a variety of ways both in the Lexington community and beyond.
LCA provides an environment of learning centered in a Biblical Worldview, dependent on a high-level quality curriculum, administered by caring, well-equipped, Christian educators. At LCA, we intentionally examine all subject areas through the lens of the Bible. Our educators equip students with a Biblical worldview through addressing the Biblical purpose for studying the topic, connecting and comparing assumptions in their fields of study, and evaluating worldview questions in their content area. Students come to the realization that God is present in all facets of life, and that Scripture is our ultimate source of truth.
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Lisa Bacon, Director of Curriculum & Instruction (859)lbacon@lexingtonchristian.org422-5736
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Lea Clark, Assistant Junior High Principal (859)lclark@lexingtonchristian.org422-5779
GUIDANCE & COUNSELING
Megan Miller, Coordinator of Student Intervention mmiller@lexingtonchristian.org
Scott Wells, Ed.D, Head of School (859)swells@lexingtonchristian.org422-5720
Joel Simpson, Spiritual Life Director (859)jsimpson@lexingtonchristian.org422-5778
ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION
Nancy Jaeger, Guidance Counselor (859)njaeger@lexingtonchristian.org422-5744
Megan Filburn, Intervention (859)mfilburn@lexingtonchristian.org422-5311
Coleman Marshall, Junior High Principal (859)cmarshall@lexingtonchristian.org422-5776
College Board/ACT accommodations and documentation specific to the student’s needs (9-12)
Feedback from classroom teachers
Requirements for Enrollment in the Student Support Services may include:
Academic re-evaluation of students participating in the program may be requested every three years to monitor progress, evaluate continued need, and/or determine eligibility for the program.
Additional assessment data
Requirements for Continuation in the Student Support Services program may include:
“FLEX” class to address organizational needs and receive academic support with tasks assigned in the student’s courses (6-8)
Description of Services
Review of student’s academic history including prior 504 or Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
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The goal of the program is to help students develop academic skills and apply instructional strategies to become independent, life-long learners. Learning specialists (interventionists) work with small groups of students with similar academic needs. Students, parents, teachers, and school counselors collaborate with the learning specialist to create a student academic plan otherwise known as the Learning Centered Accommodation Plan (LCAP) that is highly individualized and designed to promote student success and independence. Examples of allowable accommodations include extended time, a reader, use of assistive technology, alternative testing environment, note taking guide and/or movement breaks.
Annual meeting with parents and teachers regarding student’s academic needs (K-12)
The staff will carefully review the materials provided and then schedule a meeting to discuss the team’s recommendations for the student. Withholding or misrepresenting information may jeopardize a student’s admission or continued enrollment to the intervention program and/or school.
is defined differently for every student. The Student Support Services program at Lexington Christian Academy (LCA) is designed to assist students, elementary through high school, who need of intervention in area(s) of reading, mathematics, written expression, and/or attending difficulties.
All students must meet previously established admission criteria to be eligible for the school’s Student Support Services program. Students entering LCA with previously diagnosed academic and/or attending difficulties must have the ability to demonstrate performance commensurate with same age peers utilizing minimal accommodations strategies.
Eligibility for Student Support Services
Daily study hall to address organizational needs and receive academic support with tasks assigned in the student’s courses (9-12)
Classroom observation
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Review of psych-educational (and/or medical) testing
Test accommodations specific to the student’s needs (K-12)
Small group instruction in math and/or reading (K-5)
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All of our students, preschool through high school have a standardized dress code. By definition, “standardized dress code” is a flexible selection of clothing from which students may choose. The dress code is designed to promote modesty, create a safe and positive climate, and ensure a distraction-free learning environment.
Canvas is a learning management system. It is a focused learning management system designed to connect educators to students. Canvas allows educators to organize and share information including: class notes, assignments, announcements, and grades.
Each student will be assigned a laptop computer to use during the school day.
Junior high students will be assigned a full-size locker to store school day materials, jackets, and backpacks.
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DAILY SCHEDULE
STANDARDIZED DRESS CODE
LCA partners with several local vendors to provide hot lunch options for our students and staff each day. LCA serves entrees from popular vendors such as Chick-Fil-A, Culver's, Fazoli’s, and Papa John’s. Lunches can be ordered daily with the option of ordering for the whole week via the school’s parent portal. Lunches are paid via the student billing system.
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The school day is 8:20AM-3:20PM, which is divided into seven class periods. Students can arrive as early as 7:40AM and wait for the school day to begin in main gym. After school, students can wait for their parents in a designated area with adult supervision until 5PM. During this time, they can study, socialize with their classmates or purchase an afternoon snack.
LUNCH PROGRAM
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LCA has an APP available for Apple and Android devices. The APP provides families with easy access to students' calendars, grades, announcements, newsletters, attendance, and much more.
SCHOOL DAY INFORMATION
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SCHOOL INFORMATION SYSTEMS
FACTS Family
LCA uses FACTS Family as its School Information System to store demographic, grade, assignments, conduct and directory data. It is also used to process payments for tuition and fees.
The Eagle Card is a student ID that can be used to purchase items from the Wings Store, and Concessions. Funds must be added to the student's account via FACTS Family.
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Yearbook & Digital Media Production
BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY
Introductory Survey of the Bible - The course is designed to teach our 7th grade students about God’s redemptive plan in Jesus Christ as it is anticipated in the Old Testament and fulfilled in the New Testament. From the “beginnings” of Genesis to the New Jerusalem of Revelation, they will see God’s redemptive tapestry and the religious, cultural, and political dynamics that formed the backdrop for the biblical account. Set Apart for the Gospel of God - This 8th grade course is a capstone study utilizing both classic and contemporary Christian works in combination with selected Scripture to explore the reality and reliability of the Gospel of God.
This is a year-long course where 7th grade students will be responsible for the production, publication, and marketing of the school yearbook. There could be some after-school work. Students will also have an
Computer Applications (fall semester) and Make It Your Business (spring semester) are offered together for 7th grade students who are interested in business and technology. During the Computer Applications course, students learn essential computer applications and Internet technology skills for personal, academic and professional success. Students will effectively use a current Windows operating system and appropriate file management resources. During the Make It Your Business course, students will have an entrepreneurship elective course with a cross-curricular, project-based learning method to practically instill the fundamentals of work ethic, financial stewardship, people skills and business basics, all from a Biblical worldview. Over the course of a semester, students will design and launch a small business. Students and teachers will be given the resources to understand the basics of product design, pricing, marketing and sales, financial reports, and community stewardship, and implement these concepts on the business they have created.
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This 8th grade course is divided into two parts. The first semester focuses on Medical Exploration. During this semester students are educated about the history of medicine, procedures associated with medical situations, and diseases found in medicine. Students will learn to take vital signs, become CPR certified, and demonstrate processes associated with various body systems. Medical Exploration students will also have physicians and medical personnel visit them in the classroom to instruct them on various medical specialties. The second semester focuses on Principles of Automation with a large emphasis on coding. We will be using programs like Microsoft Arcade, Minecraft, Micro:bit, and Sphero Robots. We will be using different coding languages as well. A few of those are Blocks
Medical Exploration & Principles of Automation
Pre-Engineering is an introductory curriculum designed to introduce 7th grade students to various engineering disciplines. During this course students learn skills associated with specific engineering fields, as well as create demonstrations and models to represent the different fields. Students are also educated about the variety of professions associated with each engineering discipline. We focus on the following fields of engineering: Aerospace, Biomedical, Civil, Environmental, Chemical and Biological, Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, and Software.
Within English 7, students will learn a multitude of skills through writing and the study of literature. Short stories, novels, vocabulary/spelling, and grammar will be incorporated into different units throughout the Theyear.
Advanced English 8 is designed for the student seeking a greater challenge in English. Students taking this advanced course. (Prerequisite: Department Recommendation and grade of 88% or higher in 7th grade Advanced English or 92% or higher in 7th English and 90% or higher in Composition.)
English 8, students will learn a multitude of skills through writing and the study of literature. We will incorporate short stories, novels, vocabulary/spelling, and grammar into different units throughout the year. Writing assignments, quizzes, exams, and projects will be assigned from each of the units studied.
In LCA's junior high, students can select Art as an elective. The Art class is a vibrant and open environment to explore many different art materials, methods, and art history, all while discovering the creative talents God has given us. Students will work with a variety of media such as paint, clay, pastels, printmaking, and much more.
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ENGLISH
Advanced English 7 course is designed for the student seeking a greater challenge in English. Students taking this advanced course should expect additional demands on time, personal organization, writing, and overall commitment. (Prerequisite: Department Recommendation and grade of 92% or higher in 6th grade WithinEnglish.)
FINE ARTS
7th & 8th Grade Band & Orchestra is dependent on instrumental competency. It is helpful for students to have participated in elementary band and/or private music lessons before. However, we ALSO welcome beginners! Students will further develop their instrumental skills and technique and explore various styles of music. Students will have the opportunity to play in several of the High School Ensembles including our Stage Show Performance Group, Percussion Ensemble, LCA Modern Music Group, and Stomp Groups. These ensembles perform several concerts in the school year and typically take at least one performance trip.
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7th & 8th Grade Chorus is open to all students in the junior high. Students sing songs from many different styles of music throughout the year, have the option to audition for the JH All-State choirs and participate in other singing events and festivals during the school year. Each chorus class will have one field trip during the year, as well. In the classroom, we learn music fundamentals, along with performance skills that will prepare students for high school. Students will also learn about the biblical purposes of music and be given opportunities to create and analyze different styles and genres of music. Requirements include four concerts each year. No previous choral experience needed.
7th & 8th Grade Creative Art & Drama is a one-semester course where students will make art projects with a focus on stage and set design, props, costumes, and make-up. They will work hand-in-hand with the coinciding Drama course to research scripts and help create sets and props for their productions. They will prepare sketches, miniature mock-designs, proposals, and finished projects. Students will focus on how the elements & principles of art – such as color, space, movement, and balance – are used to help evoke emotions on stage and contribute to the overall feeling of the production. The goal of this course will be to introduce students to the artmaking involved in theatrical productions and to learn how to collaborate with other students to reach a common artistic goal.
7th & 8th Grade Drama is intended as an overview to the dramatic and theatrical arts for junior high students. Students are introduced to basic theatrical, stage and film terminology; the origins of Western Theatre; and the fundamentals of acting, through which the students develop ensemble and individual performance skills. There will also be an introduction to basics in audition and rehearsal techniques, script analysis and performance.
Geometry is a college-preparatory course, which seeks to improve spatial visualization skills as well as logical reasoning. It is a key course in preparation for college entrance examinations. Topics to be covered include area, volume, parallel lines, congruency, proofs, right triangles, and circles. (Prerequisite: Algebra I)
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Pre-Algebra will build upon the students’ mathematical knowledge to prepare them for Algebra I, as well as to enhance their problem-solving abilities for everyday life. Topics that will be covered include number theory, factors, fractions, rational and irrational numbers, ratios, percentages, proportions, data, equations, integers, geometry and measurement, and algebraic equations.
Algebra I is a basic high school mathematics course. The course’s focus is on the use of positive and negative real numbers, variables, and their use in expressions and equations, word problems, and linear equations. (Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra)
The curriculum for 7th Grade Math will use an exploratory approach to engage students’ inquiring minds and balance conceptual understanding with procedural fluency. With a strong emphasis on problem solving in the classroom, students will transfer their mathematical knowledge to new concepts, applying their understanding to real-life situations. Topics covered include: Ratio and Proportional Relationships, The Number System, and Expressions and Equations.
MATHEMATICS
The 7th grade curriculum focuses on Geography. During the year, students will identify and describe how physical geography affects the political, cultural, and economic features of a country. They will also research and discuss the cultural, social, and religious customs and beliefs of people groups to better understand God’s mandate of evangelism to the world.
The 8th grade course is Advanced American History. It will cover topics ranging from European Exploration, Colonial Times, the Revolution, the Constitutional Period, Westward Expansion, Slavery, and the Civil War. The course will highlight God’s hand in the formation of our government and how religion and trust in the power of God helped the Founders set a path of greatness.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
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SCIENCE
Advanced Life Science is an introduction to the science of living things. Students become aware of God’s handiwork in His creation. Topics include but are not limited to, scientific method, cells, heredity, creation and evolution, animals, human structure and function, classification of the six kingdoms of living things, and ecology. The students will be required to do a science fair project.
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Advanced Physical Science introduces students to the basic principles of physics & chemistry. It is an investigation of the relationships and properties of matter & energy. Topics covered include motion, elements, compounds, chemical bonding, and reactions. Laboratory experiences are incorporated.
The primary objective of Spanish I is to enable students to acquire the basic skills necessary to begin communicating in Spanish. Emphasis on all four language skills is included: listening, reading, speaking, and writing. Students will learn basic vocabulary and grammatical structures of the Spanish language. (Prerequisite: completion of 7th grade Spanish Foundations course with 85% or higher.)
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WORLD LANGUAGES
French Foundations is a prerequisite for 8th grade French I. If a student continues into French I in 8th grade and maintains a C average, the French I grade will appear on the High School transcript. Starting with French Foundations in 7th grade is the path to reach the level of AP Spanish in high school. Students are still required to take 2 years of a world language in HS regardless of what is taken in Junior High. Students are not required to have any previous experience in a foreign language to take this course. This course is a prerequisite for 8th grade French I. In French Foundations, students will learn vocabulary and grammar to assist them in French communication. The course is very interactive with conversation, games, projects, and role-playing. Cultural understanding and appreciation is emphasized through the study of various French-speaking countries.
Spanish Foundations is a prerequisite for 8th grade Spanish I. If a student continues into Spanish I in 8th grade and maintains a C average, the Spanish I grade will appear on the High School transcript. Starting with Spanish Foundations in 7th grade is the path to reach the level of AP Spanish in high school. Students are still required to take 2 years of a world language in HS regardless of what is taken in Junior High. Students are not required to have any previous experience in a foreign language to take this course. In Spanish Foundations, students will learn vocabulary and grammar to assist them in Spanish communication. The course is very interactive with conversation, games, projects, and role-playing. Cultural understanding and appreciation is emphasized through the study of various Spanish-speaking countries.
The primary objective of French I is to enable students to acquire the basic skills necessary to begin communicating in French. Emphasis on all four language skills is included: listening, reading, speaking, and writing. Students will learn basic vocabulary and grammatical structures of the French language. French language will be the primary language in the classroom. (Prerequisite: completion of 7th grade French Foundations course with 85% or higher.)
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Fall
LEARNING OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOMS
Junior Beta Club (by Nationalinvitation)Junior Honor Society (by invitation) Service StudentProjectsAmbassadors (by invitation)
Because learning does not just take place in the classroom, LCA students have multiple opportunities to engage in co-curricular programs. These programs are led by LCA faculty and staff and give students venues to learn about their gifts and abilities in a variety of ways. Co-curricular activities at LCA include:
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TrackTennisSoftballLacrosseGirlsBoysBaseballVolleyballSwimmingBoysArcheryGolfGirlsFootballDanceCrossCheerleadingCountryBasketballBasketball&DivingSoccerSoccer
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Biblical Leadership 101 Chapel Team
Academic Team
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES
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Christmas Social Trunk 'n Treat 8th Grade Trip to Washington DC 8th Grade Picnic 8th Grade Day of Blessing Global Next Trip (must apply to the program)
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APPLY ONLINE
As we evaluate applicants, we consider the following mission compatibility, academic readiness, and the applicant's behavioral history.
SUBMIT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
For rising preschool through 1st grade students, families are also asked to provide copies of their student’s Kentucky dental exam form and Kentucky eye exam record.
After acceptance and confirmation a spot is available, families will be asked to complete the online enrollment agreement. The agreement secures the student’s placement. The online enrollment process includes submission of an enrollment fee.
Note: Preschool applicants are not required to complete a pre-admission screening. Rising transitional kindergarten and kindergarten students, however, will be scheduled to complete the Brigance Early Childhood Screening prior to the start of the new academic year.
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
Families can submit copies of their student’s records online with the application or via email afterwards. The required student records include: birth certificate, a current Kentucky immunization form, a current Kentucky physical examination record, and report cards (from 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years) or a high school transcript.
The process includes a $50 application fee. Families submit payment for the fee via the online application.
Students who have an IEP, 504, or other educational plan are asked to submit this documentation along with any evaluations, to the Admissions Office prior to submitting the online application. This will permit the Coordinator of Support Services and the applicable Guidance Counselor to review the materials and determine whether LCA has the appropriate resources to support to the student.
If accepted, the family is invited to enroll if a space is available. If space is not available, the family will be given an opportunity to keep the student’s application active in the waiting pool.
In addition, families will be asked to provide copies of their students' most recent standardized test. In the event the student has not completed a standardized test within the last six months, the admissions office will scheduled a time to administer the MAP assessment to the student.
PARTICIPATE IN A FAMILY INTERVIEW
The interview provides an opportunity for the family to meet the principal, assistant principal, and admissions director. This interview will be scheduled once the school has received the student’s application and supporting documentation. An enrollment decision is rendered after the family interview.
COMPLETION OF THE ONLINE ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT & SUBMISSION OF THE ENROLLMENT FEE
The online application includes two recommendation forms -- one from your current church and the other from the applicant's current school or preschool. Families will be asked to submit the names and email addresses of a representative from your family's church as well as one of your student's current teachers. (This will be done in the online application.) Once the application is submitted, the recommendation forms are emailed to the applicable recipients. When the recipients complete the recommendations, the forms are electronically updated to the applicant's online file.
To begin the online application process, visit https://lx-ky.client.renweb.com/oa/?memberid=1803 and then create an account in order to enter demographic and academic information about your student.