Northshore Christian Academy partners with families to provide a superior Christian education developing spiritual, academic, and personal excellence in a Christ-centered environment.
Vision
To transform our communities by graduating resilient disciples of Christ who are spiritually equipped and academically prepared to be the leaders of tomorrow.
Northshore Christian Academy began in 1995 with 37 students in kindergarten through third-grade meeting in a rented warehouse. Now located on our picturesque 33-acre campus, we have grown to serve over 1,100 students annually in Early Learning through eighth grade. As a ministry of Northshore Christian Church, we hold to a traditional Biblical worldview. NCA’s four pillars which stand on a Christ-centered foundation are: Faith, Academic, STEM, and Fine Arts. You are a part of our NCA family. Go Lions!
NCA Parents and Students,
It is with great excitement that I welcome you to Northshore Christian Academy for our 29th school year. The Lord has continued to bless our school community immensely, and we are pleased to partner with your family this year. We hope that this Back to School Guide will be a helpful resource as you prepare for the upcoming school year.
New Spaces and New Faces
With a new year comes new and exciting changes. We have constructed five new upper elementary classrooms, two new Early Learning classrooms, as well as an expanded Health Room for our school nurses, and a refreshed lobby, coffee bar, and worship center. In addition to these new spaces, there are also new faces on campus. We are excited to welcome new staff members who the Lord has brought to join our NCA Team. I am one of those new faces, and it is an honor to serve the Lord as your new Head of School at NCA. I look forward to meeting you and your family over the school year.
Our Purpose
While there are many new things, our purpose remains the same. NCA is committed to providing an academically excellent, Christ-centered education for our students. Our team of excellent educators, passionate professionals, and school leaders are working diligently to ensure we are prepared for an amazing school year. We can’t wait to see you!
Our Theme
This year’s theme is ‘Pursuing Christ’ and is taken from 1 Timothy 6:11-12:
“But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness. Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses.”
Whether this is your child’s first year at NCA (like me), or their final year as they enter 8th grade, I am praying that this verse will take root in each and every heart.
Pursuing Christ,
Mr. Lane Beasley NCA Head of School
Mrs. Kristin Christensen, Executive Assistant to Head of School kchristensen@nca.school
Welcome
Welcome back NCA family! We are excited to start the new school year with you!
This interactive guide will help you prepare and navigate useful information as you hover over titles and use the links provided leading to our website or Blackbaud.
Join us: Back to School Family BBQ
Thursday, August 29 @ 4:30–6:30 PM Front Lawn & Main Lobby
Welcome Back!
2024-2025 Theme & Verse
Pursuing Christ
“But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness. Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made your good confession in the presence of many witnesses.” -1 Timothy 6:11-12
WE ARE LIONS!
Early Learning
Early Learning
TODDLERS, PRESCHOOL, PRE-K
ORIENTATION
Early Learning Parent Orientations – Thursday, August 29
• Pre-K Half-Day AM @ 9:00 AM
• Pre-K Half-Day PM @ 10:00 AM
• Toddler, Preschool, & Pre-K Full-Day @ 4:00 PM
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
• Toddler, Preschool & Pre-K Full-Day – Tuesday, September 3
• Pre-K Half-Day (AM & PM) – Wednesday, September 4 (8:35 AM PreK AM, 12:45 PM PreK PM)
Brightwheel App Early Learning App for Parents
LEADERSHIP & SUPPORT TEAM
Mrs. Angela Leyba, Early Learning Principal
Mrs. Eliana Borowicz, Early Learning Program Supervisor
Mrs. Olga Kubay, Early Learning Administrative Assistant okubay@nca.school
Lower Elementary
KINDERGARTEN, 1ST & 2ND GRADES
ORIENTATIONS
K-2nd Grades Orientation – Tuesday, September 3
• Kindergarten Orientation @ 9:00 AM
• 1st-2nd Grades: Two options: 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Wednesday, September 4 @ 8:30 AM K-8th
IMPORTANT EVENTS
Uniform Exchange in Main Lobby –Week of September 9-12 during school hours
Convocation Prayer on Front Lawn (everyone welcome) –Friday, September 6 @ 8:45 AM
LEADERSHIP & SUPPORT TEAM
Mrs. Pam Jackson, Lower Elementary Principal
Mrs. Sarah Leighow, Lower Elementary Assistant Principal
Middle School Electives (Art, Computer, Drama, Library, Music, Spanish)
Music (PreK-8th)
• General Music
• Choirs
• Bands
• Orchestras
Physical Education (K-8th)
STEM (K-8th)
• PLTW
• Robotics (2nd-8th)
• Science Lab (K-2nd)
Athletics
Athletics program offered for 6th-8th students with the WIAA Conference.
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Soccer
• Track & Field
• Volleyball
Ms. Randi Tuggle, Athletic Director rtuggle@nca.school
Lion’s Club
After School Enrichment Classes
We offer K-8th after-school classes throughout the school year with revolving options such as STEM, Fine Arts, Cultural Exploration, Sports, Robotics, and Culinary Arts.
Extended Care Program
We offer before and after school care options for K-8th students, and AllDay Care on specific days.
Hours:
• Before (AM) Care: 7:00–8:00 AM / Mon-Fri
• After (PM) Care: After school until 6:00 PM / Mon-Fri
• All-Day Care: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Mrs. Cynthia Curtis, Extended Care Coordinator ccurtis@nca.school
Calendars & Schedules
CALENDARS
All available at nca.school/calendar and in Blackbaud Resources
