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A newsletter for friends, staff, and parents of Summit Christian Academy

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Christian Academy Administration, Early Education, Secondary 1500 SW Jefferson Lee’s Summit MO 64081 816.525.1480 Elementary 1450 SW Jefferson Lee’s Summit MO 64081 816.524.0185 Chris Hahn, Head of School Joe Hesman, Secondary Principal & Director of Operations Anthony Mickelson, Secondary Assistant Principal

SCA Announces 2022 Teacher of the Year

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econdary Bible and Chinese Language

classroom. SCA is blessed to have Mr. Mayor as a

teacher Mr. Michael Mayor was named SCA’s

teacher and leader!”

2022 Teacher of the Year.

Parents, students, and staff had the opportunity

in fulfilling SCA’s mission to “inspire students to

Baptist University and has taught at SCA since 2017.

achieve their God-given potential through excellent

designated parking space, and a monetary award.

environment.”

As SCA’s Teacher of the Year, Mr. Mayor is also a

Thirty-eight teachers were nominated, from

candidate for the Great Plains Alliance of Christian

which eight finalists were selected. Finalists

Schools (GPACS) Teacher of the Year. The GPACS

included fifth grade teacher Mrs. Jaci Hurley,

Teacher of the Year will be announced in January

secondary Bible and Chinese teacher Mr. Michael

2023.

Mayor, secondary social studies teacher Mrs. Kelly

Schwab, third grade teacher Mrs. Allisan Stephens,

Lance Quessenberry, A.D.

secondary business teacher Mrs. Elaine Whitfield.

secondary chemistry and physics teacher Mr. Tim third grade teacher Mrs. Kristen Tschida, and “I am excited to see the gifts and talents of Mr. Mayor recognized and celebrated,” shared SCA

Cordell Dick, Director of Major Gifts

Head of School Chris Hahn. “Multiple nominations

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Jesus, his relational abilities as he cares for all kids,

Spiritual.........................................2-3 Message from Your Head of School............................... 3 Academics.....................................4-7 Athletics....................................... 8-9 Fine Arts..................................... 10-11 Message from Dr. Gill.................. 12 This & That................................. 12-13 Cordell’s Corner............................ 13 Upcoming Events..........................14

Mr. Mayor was presented with a plaque, an SCA

academics and Christian training in a compassionate

Julie Madsen, Upper Elementary Principal

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our fifth graduating class in 2008. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biblical Studies from Southwest

Montgomery, second grade teacher Miss Julie Ray,

www.summit-christian-academy.org

Mr. Mayor is an alumnus of SCA and was part of

to nominate a teacher who has shown excellence

Charissa Sanders, Early Ed & Lower Elementary Principal

Sarah Coats, Director of Development

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in his name referenced Mr. Mayor’s passion for and the consistent JOY he brings each day into the

SCA Head of School Chris Hahn pictured with SCA’s 2022 Teacher of the Year, secondary Bible and Chinese teacher Mr. Michael Mayor.

Teacher of the Year finalists (L-R): Miss Julie Ray, Mrs. Elaine Whitfield, Mr. Tim Schwab, Mr. Michael Mayor, SCA Head of School Mr. Chris Hahn, Mrs. Kelly Montgomery, Mrs. Jaci Hurley, Mrs. Allisan Stephens, and Mrs. Kristen Tschida.

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Spiritual

Christian Char acter/Student of the Year Awards

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CA is pleased to recognize students who consistently exhibit exceptional Christian character through the Christian Character Award program. The purpose of this award is to encourage students to pursue their potential toward attaining the highest level of personal and academic development as well as Christian character. The achievement of Christian Character at SCA is one of the most prestigious recognitions within the school.

Elementary Christian Character Award Recipients and Student of the Year

L-R: Third quarter recipients are third grade student Eden Cervantes and fourth grade student Myles Jeffries; fourth quarter recipients are first grade student Owen Nonnemaker and fifth grade student Laila Huber. Myles Jeffries was named Elementary Student of the Year.

Fourth grade student Myles Jeffries was named Elementary Christian Character Student of the Year.

“Myles comes to class each day with a positive attitude,” shared SCA Upper Elementary Principal Julie Madsen. “He looks for ways to help classmates around him and often volunteers to help with any needs. He is always looking for ways to serve in the classroom, at recess, and in special classes. Myles encourages his peers, providing uplifting words and offering assistance in any way he can.

When any challenge arises, Myles is calm and responds in a respectful manner. His actions represent Christ-like character, and Myles is a light to all those he encounters. We are so proud to announce Myles Jeffries as our Elementary Christian Character Student of the Year!”

Secondary Christian Character Award Recipients and Student of the Year Senior Hudson Harris was named Secondary Student of the Year.

Hudson has attended SCA for six years and will attend the University of the Nations in the fall. He will continue his professional singing and acting career with the Conservatory of Annie Moses L-R: Senior high recipients are seniors Hudson Harris and Chloe Schumer; in Nashville, TN. junior high recipients are eighth grade students Ryan Sare and Addison “Hudson is an incredible young man Welch. that loves God and desires to seek His path for his own life,” shared SCA Secondary Principal Joe Hesman. “He has been a tremendous role model for other students at SCA and I am so proud of him. He will be greatly missed!”

SOAR Diversity Committee Students from SCA's SOAR Student Diversity Committee presented at the Lee's Summit Rotary Club recently! They led Rotary members in a cookie decorating activity and shared about biblical diversity and how we can unify under Christ. This activity was one that the group facilitated with other secondary students at a NEXUS event earlier this year.

SOAR president Brennan Ferguson shares updates on the SOAR mission and vision with the Lee’s Summit Rotary.

Senior Hudson Harris and Secondary Principal Mr. Joe Hesman.

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Spiritual

SCA Called to Serve

SCA was honored to serve two Ukrainian families who found themselves unable to return to their home country when Russia invaded Ukraine.

These families serve on the international staff for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) and were attending a conference in San Antonio when the war broke out. An SCA father who is the field director for FCA contacted International Program Director Kathy Tharp to see what SCA might be able to do for the school-age children in the group of 11 families. God had already been orchestrating the care for

these children.

Last year, the Hramma family, who are Ukrainian American, came to be a part of the SCA family. This year, their son Tymofiy was in Miss Ray’s second grade class. When the war broke out, Tymofiy asked his class to pray for his family in Ukraine. The class began to pray, unaware that God was preparing their hearts for a very special job. When discussing how SCA could help the two families and where the two children might be placed, it became evident that Miss Ray’s class was the perfect place because Tymofiy could help translate (since he speaks Russian, Ukrainian, Maldovian, and English) and because of Miss Ray’s years of experience and heart for international ministry.

SCA aide Abigail Woodall had already been tutoring some Ukrainian children in ESL and was moved to Miss Ray’s class to support the children

in the afternoon when they came. Miss Ray chose Lilly Roe as a buddy for Emma Aleksandrov and Benny Loux to be a buddy to Daniel. She prepared the class for these new students and helped them understand what God was doing and how He had chosen their class to pray and now welcome and love these new friends from Ukraine.

The annual elementary Flag Parade was canceled twice because of weather but

was perfectly timed so the Ukrainian flag could be added.

Tymofiy, Emma, and Daniel represented Ukraine and the two Ukrainian families were present, honored, and prayed over. Their story was shared of God’s faithfulness and provision for these families and Miss Ray’s class was recognized for being the hands and feet of Jesus.

Message from SCA Head of School We were blessed

“Do you guys remember when we met?

To you, to your family and friends - this

to celebrate and

Your LAST first day - my FIRST, first day. I

has been a special year - you are a special

pray for the Class

noticed you gathering early in the parking

group. THANK YOU for your leadership,

of 2022 at their

lot with big smiles and big music. I asked

for sharing your stories, and for making

graduation on May

someone what you were doing. I was told,

me welcome not only the first day, but

13. This class is the

‘getting ready for the day, getting ready

each day.”

19th SCA graduating

class and the largest! I was blessed to

for the kids, getting ready to PRAY for the year.’ ” Someone noticed and invited me

to the Class of 2022! I can’t wait to do

share some words of thanks, words of

to join, so I had the incredible opportunity

it all again as the Class of 2023 assumes

encouragement, and words of prayer!

to pray with and for you! I don’t know if

leadership and inspires our student

Below are a few thoughts I shared with

any of you remember, but I shared, ‘As

community to even greater things!

this special group of students!

goes the senior class, so goes the school!’

Chris Hahn

Again, congratulations and blessings

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Academics

STEWARDS Carry Out Judicial Process through Mock Trials

Student Environment of Arduous Study (STEWARDS) third through sixth grade students completed their judicial process unit by leading mock trials at the Historic Cass County Courthouse in Harrisonville.

Students spent six weeks preparing their trial scripts to conduct a case based on a familiar fairy tale with an antagonist as the defendant.

STEWARDS students recently completed their six-week judicial process unit by leading mock trials at the Historic Cass County Courthouse in Harrisonville.

Students participated in roles such as prosecution or defense attorneys, bailiffs, court reporters, clerks, witnesses, and jurors. Four mock trials were held at the Cass County Courthouse, including “People vs. Mr. Wolf” from the Three Little Pigs, “People vs. Mr. Jack” from Jack and the Beanstalk, “People vs. Mr. Wolf” from Little Red Riding Hood, and “People vs. Mrs. Cassandra Queen” from Snow White. Students had the opportunity to try their case, serve on a jury, or observe in the courtroom audience.

Judicial Representatives included Private Lawyer and Judge Shawn Blair who acted as judge and lead the courtroom, Private Lawyer Jodi Butler acted as Juror Facilitator as they deliberated verdicts, and Cass County Prosecutor Ben Butler who provided Trial Analysis and discussion with students in the courtroom as the jury deliberated.

“This experience provided students with an opportunity to better understand the judicial process and how it unfolds in a courtroom,” shared SCA STEWARDS teacher Mrs. Stacy Epema.

STEWARDS is an academic enrichment resource program from Summit Christian Academy for students who demonstrate academic giftedness to the extent that continued educational growth and stimulation can best be served by an environment beyond typical grade-level curriculum.

Fifth Gr ade Students Host Annual European Fair Fifth grade students brought a taste of Europe to Lee’s Summit as they hosted the annual European Fair. The event provides a fun and interactive way for elementary students to explore European culture and cuisine.

As part of their Europe unit in history class, fifth grade students selected countries to represent, and spent weeks researching, planning, and practicing.

Fellow students and visitors had the opportunity to travel throughout Europe and receive cultural dishes and information about each country’s history, tourist attractions, and culture.

Fifth grade students Dean Addleman, Eli Sanders, Ayla Lee, and Jenna Jones represented Austria at the European Fair.

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Academics

Juniors to Represent SCA at American Legion Girls/Boys State will govern at the city, county, and state level. Held on the campus of Lindenwood University in St. Charles, MO, the 80th session of Girls State will be held June 11-18.

Juniors Caleb Harold, Trevon Hildebrand, and Benjamin Kemper (below L-R) have been accepted and will Juniors Eden Prather and Jillian Steller (above L-R) have been accepted and will represent SCA at the 2022 American Legion Auxiliary Girls State of Missouri Program.

Missouri Girls State is a program designed to promote pride in America and create a mythical state that the citizens

represent SCA at the American Legion Missouri Boys State.

Missouri Boys State is a program designed to educate and train Missouri’s young leaders in functional citizenship, leadership, and government and will host nearly 1,000 of the best and brightest students in Missouri from 315 high schools. Held on the campus of Lindenwood University in St. Charles, MO, the 82nd session of Boys State will be held June 11-18.

Sophomores to Attend Missouri Rotary Leadership Award Academy Sophomores Ginny Baxter, Tony Bu, and Anna Hammond (L-R) were selected to attend the 30th year of Missouri Rotary Leadership Award Academy (MO RYLA) being held this summer at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) in Warrensburg.

The Missouri RYLA program introduces Rotary’s “Service Above Self” philosophy with a four-day, three-night program which includes a leadership assessment, a day of professional team building, and two-day service project simulations that the participants design and develop. The Missouri program has been recognized by Rotary International as one of the model RYLA programs in the world.

Students Earn Medals at MCS Math Festival Five SCA students were awarded medals at the Midwest Christian School (MCS) Academic and Fine Arts Festival.

Junior Andrew Mishriky took first place with a perfect score on the trigonometry individual competition. Seniors Kaitlyn Gregg, Zac Beasley, Josh Freed, and Luke Fleming took first place with a perfect score on the calculus team competition.

L-R: Junior Andrew Mishriky, seniors Kaitlyn Gregg, Zac Beasley, Josh Freed, and Luke Fleming.

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Academics

Senior Wins All-District Scholar Bowl Competition Senior Kaitlyn Gregg received an All-District medal for the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) Class 3 District 7 All-District Scholar Bowl Competition. The Scholar Bowl District Tournament was held at Lutheran High School with eight schools competing. SCA’s team made it to the semifinals and ended in fourth place.

This is SCA’s first year to compete in the Scholar Bowl.

Senior Kaitlyn Gregg won an All-District medal for the Class 3 District 7 All-District Scholar Bowl Competition.

Senior Wins Rotary Four-Way Speech Contest

Senior Zach Akeson won the Lee’s Summit Noon Rotary Four-Way Rotary Speech Contest. The Four-Way Test Speech Competition requires students to prepare a 5- to 7-minute speech to persuade others while applying the principles of the Rotary Four-Way test: 1. Is it the truth?

2. Is it fair to all concerned?

3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships?

4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Zach is the first SCA student to win first place in this Rotary competition. He took 2nd place in the District 6040 Rotary finals.

Secondary Assistant Principal Anthony Mickelson and senior Zach Akeson.

SCA Awards Inaugur al Linda Harrelson Legacy of Servant Leadership Scholarship SCA is pleased to announce the inaugural and Class of 2022 Linda Harrelson Legacy of Servant Leadership Scholarship award winner, Delaney Lake.

The $5,000 scholarship was named for SCA’s previous Head of School Linda Harrelson, who served in the role at SCA for 22 years. SCA teachers nominated seniors who were exceptional examples of the SCA Core Values, particularly the values of Christ-Centered and Igniting Leadership.

Delaney served as Student Council President, as a Student Ambassador, a member of National Honor Society, participated in volleyball, swim, and cheerleading, and won SCA’s Christian Character Award multiple times. Mrs. Harrelson announced Delaney’s award recently at the SCA 2022 commencement ceremony held on May 13 at Abundant Life.

“Delaney is always willing to serve others and sees them as more important than herself,” shared former SCA Head of School Mrs. Harrelson, for whom the scholarship was named. “Delaney received four nominations from four different faculty members. She is truly a servant leader wherever she is.”

Class of 2022 graduate Delaney Lake was awarded the inaugural Linda Harrelson Legacy of Student Leadership Scholarship. Delaney plans to study Accounting at the University of Arkansas.

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Academics

Class of 2022 Summa Cum Laude Recipients

The Class of 2022 Summa Cum Laude recipients are Zachary Chinnery, Spencer Dickey, Anthony Mishriky, and William Osborne (pictured L-R). To achieve SCA’s highest academic honor, students must have been at SCA for four consecutive semesters, demonstrate a transcript of 30 credit hours, have taken four years of high school science and math, attend school at least seven hours during their senior year, and have no academic modifications in achieving a cumulative percentage in the top 5% of their class.

“Zachary, Spencer, Anthony, and Will have been young men

that have shown over time their love for Christ, their desire to be the best that they can be academically and also great role models for underclassmen,” shared Secondary Principal Joe Hesman. “Their integrity has been above reproach and their lights are shining bright for Christ! I am so proud of each one of these fine young men!

SCA is blessed to have them graduate and continue into how God is calling them to make an impact for His kingdom! Well done, gentlemen! I have been greatly blessed to know you and watch you grow, mature, and lead!”

Zachary, Spencer, Anthony, and Will were recognized at the End of Year assembly and were key speakers at commencement. The Class of 2022 had 89 graduates, $4 million in scholarship offers, 12 Missouri Bright Flight scholarships with a 30 or higher on the ACT, and one student with a perfect 36 ACT score.

Seniors Earn Local Scholarships Haven Stone received the Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) Star Scholarship for $2,500. Stone plans to study Political Science at John Brown University.

Spencer Dickey received a $2,000 scholarship from the Blue Springs Elks Lodge #2509, a $1,000 from Missouri Elks Lodge, and a $500 scholarship from Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce. He plans to study Finance and Economics at the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Georgia Baxter is the recipient of the $2,000 Rotary Club of Lee’s Summit Scholarship for two years at a Metropolitan Community College campus. Baxter will study at Longview Community College and can use this scholarship in addition to the A+ Scholarship she has earned.

M’racle Bryant-Morgan received a $1,500 scholarship from Elks Lodge #26. She plans to study Broadcast Journalism at Howard University.

Kandace Gill received a $1,000 scholarship from the Lee’s Summit Chamber. She plans to study Oxbridge Institutions in Policy at William Jewell.

Truman Sutherland is the recipient of the $2,000 Rotary Club of Lee’s Summit Scholarship for trade occupations at MCC or another accredited trade school.

Sutherland plans to study Building Maintenance and Construction at Longview Community College.

Zachary Chinnery received a $800 scholarship from Elks Lodge #26. Zach plans to study Physics at Brown University.

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Athletics

Spring Sports Finish Strong conference and districts. Five athletes representing four events qualified to We have wrapped up another great year for SCA Athletics. compete in the Class 2 State Tournament Our spring programs all had outstanding seasons with great where they medaled and earned All-State accomplishments. honors in two events. Caleb Benton Boys’ Golf had another strong year with great numbers Lance Quessenberry qualified in the 800m run where he and an expanded schedule. They competed in their normal six placed 13th and the 1600m where he placed 11th. State medalists varsity tournaments, but their large roster also allowed four were Joseph Lepak who placed 4th in the javelin and the 4x200 JV tournaments, and four duals and tri-matches. Senior Elijah relay team comprised of Marcus Jones, Joseph Lepak, Jake Huckabee and junior Memphis Hinton qualified for the state tournament where Elijah tied for 19th and Memphis tied for 46th. Sutton, and Marcus Verbrugge who placed 7th.

Girls’ Track & Field brought home 1st place finishes from Butler, Lone Jack, Bishop Miege, Excelsior Springs, and Higginsville. They also placed 1st in the Crossroads Conference and 2nd in districts. State qualifiers were Adriana McGregor who placed 9th in the 800m, April Phillips finishing 9th in the long jump, and Keyler Quessenberry with a 16th place finish in the 3200m. April Phillips also brought home All-State honors as she placed 2nd in the high jump and 4th in the triple jump.

Baseball continued their run of strong success and dominance in the conference. They finished 1st in the conference again with a 6-0 record which extends their conference winning streak to 51 games, a winning streak that started in 2015. They won the Independence and Marshall tournaments and were also district Boys’ Golf State Qualifiers Elijah Huckabee (L) and Memphis Hinton (R). champions. They won sectionals before falling one game short Girls’ Soccer had an excellent season finishing 3rd in the of the Final 4 with a loss in the quarterfinal game.

Oak Grove Tournament, 2nd in the SCA Cup, and 2nd in Crossroads Conference. After a hard-fought overtime loss in the district championship game, they finished 2nd in their district tournament. With lots of young talent, this program is on the rise and the future looks bright.

by Lance Quessenberry, Athletic Director

Varsity Baseball won 4-3 over Aurora HS in Sectionals on May 25.

Varsity Girls’ Soccer finished 2nd in districts after an overtime loss to Pleasant Hill High School.

Boys’ Track & Field had many great finishes at meets this season, including 1st in the Lone Jack meet and 2nd in

As always, we appreciate our teams’ accomplishments on the field, but even more, we appreciate the way they represent our school and Christ with their attitudes and character during competitions. 2021-22 was a great year for the athletic department, but we can’t wait to see all of you back in August for the start of fall sports! Competitions start the week of August 22!

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Athletics

Varsity Track & Field Postseason Results Varsity Track & Field had great success as both teams competed strong throughout the postseason. The Varsity Boys ended their season on May 21st at the Class 2 State Tournament and the Varsity Girls finished a week later on May 28th at Class 3 State.

The Varsity Boys placed second in their district meet with several athletes earning All-District honors. District champions were Caleb Benton in the 1600m and 800m runs, Joseph Lepak in the javelin, and the 4x400 relay team of Jake Sutton, Marcus Verbrugge, Caleb Benton, and Marcus

Jones. Earning All-District honors in various other events were Preston Goffinet, Drew Pierce, Marcus Verbrugge, Jake Sutton, Marcus Jones, Caleb Benton, Joseph Lepak.

The Varsity Girls’ team also finished second at the district meet. April Phillips was district champion in the long jump and April Phillips who placed 2nd in the high Girls’ state qualifiers (L-R) Keyler Quessenberry, April high jump. Other All-District Phillips, and Adriana McGregor. finishers were Laiysha Freeman, Adriana McGregor, April Phillips, Keyler jump and 4th in the triple jump, Joseph Quessenberry, Lucie Epema, and Katie Lepak who finished 4th in the javelin, and Coats. the Boys 4x200 team of Jake Sutton, At the Joseph Lepak, Marcus Jones, and Marcus state level, Verbrugge who finished 7th. eight athletes Many may view track & field as an qualified to individual sport, but, as a coach, it is a joy compete in nine to spend time with the athletes in the team events at their atmosphere they have created and see respective state them compete all season long. This season, tournament. the team focused on Philippians 4:13, “I From those, can do all things through Christ who gives five athletes me strength.” It is my prayer that these earned Allathletes will look to Christ to give them Boys’ state qualifiers and team alternates (L-R) Joseph Lepak, Preston Goffinet, State honors. strength to accomplish anything that Jake Sutton, Marcus Jones, Drew Pierce, Caleb Benton, and Marcus Verbrugge.

These include comes into their lives.

Varsity Football Hosts Annual Flag Football Camp The Varsity Football team recently hosted 179 incoming first through eighth grade students from SCA and the Kansas City area as part of the fourth annual SCA Flag Football Camp.

The goal of the five-session Flag Football Camp is to provide an opportunity for youth to learn and enjoy the game of football in a Christian environment.

The camp was led by the SCA Varsity Football coaches and team, whose players coached groups of participants in basic fundamentals, offensive and defensive techniques, and a devotion. The teams had games each week and camp concluded with a “Super Bowl” that included teams with the best records.

“I loved seeing the huge turnout,” shared SCA Varsity Football Coach Todd Berck. “It means football is alive and well in Lee’s Summit. Our high school players do a great job working with the campers. It gives them an opportunity to get to know the next generations of SCA Eagle players and share their faith during our devotion time. The camp continues to grow each year and we are blessed to see our SCA Football program grow because of it.”

Varsity Football coaches and players hosted their fourth Flag Football Camp for 179 participants in grades K-7 from SCA and the Kansas City community. Pictured here is SCA Varsity Football Player Cason Stone and his team of incoming fifth and sixth grade students who won the “Super Bowl” in their age division.

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Fine Arts

Senior Wins Cappies Award for Female Vocalist Senior M’racle Bryant-Morgan was recognized for her performance in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella in the Female Vocalist category at the annual Kansas City Cappies Award Gala.

“M’racle is a radiant young woman with a smile that is effervescent, generous, and caring,” shared SCA Theatre Director Nancy Horine. “Her portrayal of the Fairy Godmother was pure joy, and full of whimsical wit. Rodgers and Hammerstein could be grinning from the clouds above watching her twirl and musical vocal talent.”

The Kansas City Cappies works with high school theatre students all over the metropolitan area. The season culminates with a grand gala event, with performances from the top ranked plays and musicals from the season, and awards given for the best performers, technicians, and writers of the year. SCA Theatre is a member of the KC Cappies as well as the International Thespian Society.

Senior M’racle Bryant-Morgan received the Cappie for Female Vocalist for her portrayal of the Fairy Godmother in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella.

Theatre Students Receive Starlight Theatre’s Blue Star Nomination Two secondary students were nominated for Starlight Theatre’s Blue Star Awards for their performances in Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella.

Starlight’s annual Blue Star Awards recognize achievement and excellence in musical theatre among Kansas City area high school students. High schools in metropolitan Kansas City and surrounding areas are invited to participate, and each year 5,000 area students contribute either on the stage or behind the scenes in their school’s musical theatre production.

Forty-eight musicals participated this year and there are seven nominations for each category. SCA senior Hudson Harris received a nomination for Best Male Actor in a Lead Role for his performance as Topher (the Prince).

“Hudson embodied boyish charm, combined it with firm determination, transparent hope of a better future for his kingdom, and tender love, mingled with respect, simply brought the dreamy tale to life in a myriad of ways,” shared SCA Theatre Director Nancy Horine. “Then he sang…. We won’t forget the humility and mastery of line, pause, romance, and humor he gave so effortlessly through Prince Topher.”

SCA freshman Emma Coats received a nomination for Best Female Actress in a Featured Role for her performance as Charlotte (step-sister).

“Emma’s portrayal of Charlotte was bright, bubbly, commanding, and so adorably annoying, we just couldn’t get enough of her surprises onstage,” shared Mrs. Horine. “Her voice is an endless powerhouse of belt and blissful notes that

SCA Theatre Teacher and Director Nancy Horine (C), SCA senior Hudson Harris (L) received a nomination for Best Male Actor in a Lead Role and freshman Emma Coats (R) received a nomination for Best Female Actress in a Featured Role for their performances in Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella.

resonate in line with her characterization.”

“Award nominations do not exist in worlds separate from the cast, crew, and supporting theatre company,” shared Mrs. Horine. “Each member of the SCA Theatre has ownership in the accolades we experience through Cappies and Blue Star Awards.

Every performer gave their gift to the Lord first, and then their audience, so all are eventual winners in His sight.”

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Fine Arts

Vocalists Earn Gold Medals at State Music Festival Three soloists and one ensemble received the top rating (1) at the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) State Music Festival.

L-R: Seniors Bronwyn Quinlan, Hudson Harris, and Junior Shea Rider earned gold medals as soloists at the MSHSAA State Music Festival.

L-R: Seniors Hudson Harris, Brennen Ross, Spencer Dickey, Dan Lee, Junior Caleb Harold, and Seniors Eli Burns, Caleb Scott, and Zach Beasley earned a gold medal for their Junior Senior Men’s Ensemble at the MSHSAA State Music Festival.

Students Earn Top R ating at the UCM High School Art Contest Several secondary art students had the opportunity to be a part of the University of Central Missouri High School Art Contest. Students had two hours to create artwork or attend workshops.

Students Charlotte Brownlee (Painting Still Life), Violet Newcomer (Fibers), Landry Satterfield and Elise Welch (Landscape/Outdoor Drawing/Painting) received 1 ratings at the contest (pictured below L-R).

Elise Welch and Landry Satterfield create artwork at UCM High School Art Contest.

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This & That

A Special Thank You and Goodbye from SCA Academic Dean Dr. Kimberlee Gill I wanted to express my sincere love and appreciation to my SCA family. I was humbled and so blessed by all the love that was sent me through the gifts, cards, parties, and hugs.

Eighteen years flies by when you are with family. My final day at SCA as an employee was May 31. My final day as an Eagle will be never! I so look forward to hearing the amazing things that will happen under the great leadership of Mr. Hahn, Mrs. Madsen, Mrs. Sanders, Mr. Hesman, and Mr. Mickelson.

I also look forward to Colorado company! We will keep everyone posted when the guest bedroom is open for business.

In partnership, Kimberlee Gill

Lee’s Summit Man Named Missouri Outstanding Teacher SCA is proud to announce that longtime Secondary American Government, Geography, World History, and American History teacher Greg Finch has been named the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) “Outstanding Teacher of American History of 2022” for all Missouri schools, public and private.

DAR’s Outstanding Teacher of American History award honors notable full-time teachers of history (and related fields such as social studies, government, and citizenship education) in public, private, and parochial schools, grades 5-12. These teachers have demonstrated excellence in readily sharing an incisive knowledge of American history, being committed to their students, fostering a spirit of patriotism and loyal support of our country, relating history to modern life and events, and requiring high academic standards at all times from their students.

In February, Finch was made eligible for the award by being named the local Lee’s Summit “Outstanding Teacher”

by DAR’s Prairie Chapter. This made him a contestant at the state level against 105 Missouri Chapter winners. As the

state winner, Finch is now a finalist in the excited to sign up with Mr. Finch.” running for the national prize.

Mr. Finch was named the SCA Teacher “In addition to conveying excellent of the Year in 2018 and also the Teacher academics, it is my desire to bring a of the Year for the Great Plains Alliance passion to my classes that is meaningful, of Christian Schools in 2019. He has a contagious, and fun,” shared Mr. Finch.

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and “It is a great honor for me, representing a History and a Master’s degree in American private Christian school of excellence, to History from the University of Missouri be considered worthy of such an award. I Kansas City. He has taught at SCA since appreciate the opportunity and privilege 2005 and is an Adjunct Professor of families have given me to partner with History for Southwest Baptist University. them in the training of their children. Our Finch was presented the honor at Social Studies Department has a vision the DAR’s state convention, held at the for conservative Constitutional values and Intercontinental Hotel in Kansas City April this award is a wonderful affirmation of 23. that mission.”

“Mr. Finch is one of the best teachers I have worked with in 30+ years of school ministry,” shared SCA Head of School Chris Hahn. “His heart for Jesus, his love for the children he serves, and his passion for History contribute to him being a Master Teacher. I have been SCA longtime history teacher Greg Finch with Caroline Greene, asked, ‘If you could go back NSDAR State Historian, was recently named the NSDAR 2022 and take a class at SCA, “Outstanding Teacher of American History” for the State of what would it be?’ I would be Missouri. He is now in competition for the national award.

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This & That

Cordell’s Corner: Looking For Financial Help for Your

Children to Attend SCA? Don’t Miss this Information on the Missouri Empowerment Scholarship!

Great News! The new Missouri Empowerment Scholarship program will be awarding funds to qualified families with students enrolled at SCA this fall and it is beginning to take shape!

We have been contacted by the Children’s Tuition Fund of Missouri (CTF), one of the approved EAO’s (Educational Assistance Organization) who are handling the funds on behalf of the State of Missouri. They are affiliated with ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International). Eligible students will receive scholarship funds of up to $6,375 per student.

CTF is asking all SCA families who may qualify for these funds to go to their website link and submit a prequalification for each student applying. Their link is https://acsi.formstack.com/forms/ ctfmo_prelimstudentapp_2022_2023.

Qualifications for the scholarship include: • Current IEP (or within the last three years) • Financial (need based) • Reside in Jackson or Clay County • New to SCA from Public School • Current SCA student entering kindergarten or first grade.

Not ALL SCA families will qualify for these funds. However, we wanted to make sure that all the information was provided to you in order for you to make that determination yourselves.

Additional detailed information is found at the Missouri Treasurer’s office website at https://treasurer.mo.gov/MOScholars/ ParentsStudents.

SCA will provide additional information to you as we receive it, especially if you have the opportunity to apply for scholarships Cordell Dick Director of Major Gifts through another approved EAO, which may enhance your chances of obtaining the scholarships.

If you have any questions, send me an email at cordelld@scakc.org or give me a call at 816.525.1480, Ext. 421.

SCA has just been contacted by the Herzog Tomorrow Foundation, another state-approved EAO that will process scholarships for Christian school families. Their new website will be available on or before July 1: www.HERZOG TOMORROW FOUNDATION.COM. They would like all potentially qualified families to complete their online application for the new Missouri Empowerment Scholarships.

We urge all SCA families to apply to both of these options as soon as you are able to do so.

Construction Continues on Fieldhouse & Activity Center The Summit Christian Academy fieldhouse and activity center is on schedule to open in Spring 2023. Within the past three weeks the precast panels have continued to be installed. Over the

month of July, the steel and masonry will be worked on as well as pouring of the gymnasium deck roof and parking lot curbing. When families come back in August, the interior stud framing will be

finished and the curbing and concrete pavement and asphalt on the exterior of the building will be installed. As we move into fall more interior work will be completed.

SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 1500 SW Jefferson Lee’s Summit MO 64081

The mission of Summit Christian Academy is to inspire students to achieve their God-given potential through excellent academics and Christian training in a compassionate environment.

Upcoming Events Jul 28

International Host Family Meeting

Jul 31

2023 Seniors Leave on Mission Trip

Aug 5

Final Day of Camp Eagle Summit

Aug 15

Early Ed Open House 3-5 p.m.

Elementary Back to School Night 4-7 p.m.

Aug 16

Secondary Back to School Night 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Aug 17

First Day of 2022-23 for K-12 and Early Ed 3-day & 5-day classes - EARLY RELEASE

Aug 18

First Day of 2022-23 for Early Ed 2-day classes

Aug 25

Elementary P.I.E. Night

Aug 26

Magnificent Mom’s Meeting Secondary Blue Crew Day

Aug 30

Senior Chapel

Sep 2

First Friday Coffee

Sep 5

NO SCHOOL - Labor Day

Sep 16

NO SCHOOL (Professional Development)

SAVE THE DATE October 14 SCA Homecoming 2022