JUNIOR CRUSADERS SPORTS PROGRAM

The Junior Crusaders Sports Program provides NCS students from Pre-K through 8th grade with a fantastic opportunity to pursue their passion of sports in a safe, competitive, fun, andChrist-centered environment. Students who sign up to be part of the Junior Crusaders Program will have the unique privilege and experience of representing their school as Crusaders in a competitive and fun athletic environment. Our Junior Crusader teams will play under the umbrella of CCV STARS and NYS.

Seasons start September 2023

Additionalinformationcanbefoundoneachprogram’swebsite: ccvstars.com&nysaz.com

The Junior Crusaders Sports Program is an inclusive program. It welcomes and encourages all Pre-K through 8th grade boys and girls from Northwest Christian, regardless of their ability and prior experience, to participate and enjoy the fun, community-building and great learning experiences that come from being involved in team sports.

Fall 2023 Sports Programs

Sport Grades Gender Registration

Specific days and weeks will be available via online registration the first week of August.

Intro to Lacrosse

Arizona Lacrosse Academy will be hosting a Learn to Play Lacrosse clinic at Northwest Christian School this fall! Try out the fastest game on two feet! A mixture of soccer, basketball and hockey, Lacrosse is for student-athletes that love action and excitement. We'll provide all the necessary equipment for you to play the oldest North American sport! Grab your friends and join today Grades 3-6th

Jr. Robotics

The Bricks 4 Kidz Junior Robotics class offers all the fun of building with our B4K Lego® Bricks, plus the challenge of computer programming! WeDo 2.0, a drag-and-drop, icon based program is used to introduce kids to computer programming and robotics! Grades K-3

Lego Robotics

The Lego Robotics club will be incorporating Lego® and technology using the Lego® Spike Essential kits! Get ready to build carnival models, cars, games and more! Using the Lego® Spike app, students will use coding skills to add music, movement, and lights to their models for a fun filled class every time! Grades 3-5

Chapel Cherubs

Unlike other clubs, this club meets sporadically throughout the year. This club is an opportunity for those kids who love to praise the Lord through movement and music! Mrs. Barrett will enthusiastically lead this group of children to use the Holy Spirit's power and presence in singing praises to the Lord during four to five elementary school chapels, beginning in October-May Dates are TBD. Grades 1-5

Drone Programming

Neotech mission is to build a global STEM labs platform for students to learn, build and express their ideas. Most importantly, learn it as fun. We focus on hands-on learning with real-world applications. The curriculum is built around 5 principles - Leadership, Teamwork, Problem-Solving, Creativity & Learning it as a Fun. Grades 5-8

Soccer @ Growth Soccer Club

NCS now has an opportunity with an indoor soccer facility. Growth Soccer Training (GST) is a 12,000 sq feet state-of-the-art indoor soccer training facility that provides a fun and exciting soccer training experience. Our highly trained team of coaches focus on tactical & technical skills, ball control/ball mastery, and footwork that is meant to grow your athlete's individual skill level. No matter what their level of play is currently, GST will grow your athlete's soccer skills the right way. Grades 1-4

Crafting

Each week students will get to create a craft and take it home. Grades 4-5

Running Club

This running club is designed to help our students become stronger, faster, and smarter runners. Grades 2-5

Crusaders Chess

Chess Emporium teaches a fun and exciting introduction to the game of chess. Chess Club begins by teaching students how to play the game, chess openings, tactics, and endgames, while allowing students to practice with their friends. This class provides chess strategies and tournament play.

Grades K-8

STEM Robotics

Neotech mission is to build a global STEM labs platform for students to learn, build and express their ideas Most importantly, learn it as fun We focus on hands-on learning with real-world applications. The curriculum is built around 5 principles - Leadership, Teamwork, Problem-Solving, Creativity & Learning it as a Fun. Grades 3-5

Littles Happy Hour

Happy Hour will be an hour full of fun for primary students who love games and growing in their social skills. We will be playing a variety of games, reading fun books and doing some hands-on activities while having fun! Each week will be a different theme so we will be learning while having fun! Grades K-2

Homework Club

Mrs Roman and high school helpers will give students extra help with practicing spelling words, Bible verses, vocabulary, extra AR time and assistance with any worksheets or assignments. This is not individual tutoring. Grades K-5

PE Play

If you love PE class, then this is the club for you! PE club will consist of all of your favorite games and activities that we play throughout the school year. Some of those games will include kickball, dodgeball and capture the chicken! Grab a friend as we have fun playing and competing each week on the big solar panel field. Grades 1-5

Jiu-Jitsu-Bullyproof

Learn self-defense skills and unshakable confidence to overcome bullies without violence This program teaches verbal assertiveness to deter bullies and non-violent self-defense techniques to stay safe if physically assaulted. Importantly, we do not teach how to punch or kick, since this often does more harm than good. Instead, we use leverage-based control holds to neutralize threats without violence. We help prepare children to defend themselves against bullies without turning them into one! Grades 1-5

Snazzy Snacks

Students will create kid-friendly recipes and enjoy eating what they create! Grades K-5

Elementary

3rd and 4th Grade - San Diego Floating Lab Trip, March 2024

Description: The annual elementary excursion to San Diego has become a family favorite each Spring Break Centered around time aboard a half-day harbor excursion the Floating Lab allows students to see the wonders of God’s marine creations up close. The trip affords families discounted opportunities to visit a creation museum, Scripps Aquarium, and the San Diego Zoo Costs are varied based upon the activities and events each family chooses. Additional information will become available to families in September.

5th Grade Camp

Description: Traveling to a sleep-away camp in northern Arizona, the fifth graders will enjoy a time of fellowship and learning that is centered around a distinctively Christian science-based curriculum. Students will spend two nights at the camp Though the final prices will be determined after some fundraising this fall, historically, the camp has been in the neighborhood of $150 per student

Middle School

6th through 8th Grades - Serve the City

Description: This is an amazing opportunity for all MS students to serve those in need in our local community! Students spend 2 nights and 3 days together as we serve and partner with various ministries around town to help our fellow community members who are in need.

8th Grade - Kids Kingdom Orphanage in Imuris, Mexico Fall 2022 and Spring 2023

Description: This is a service opportunity for students to experience a culture that is different from ours The goal of the trip is to help give NCS students a new perspective of service in hopes of fostering a love for serving the poor. With additional info to follow from 8th grade Bible, the cost of the trip varies but students will be involved in raising their support

8th Grade - End-of-the-Year trip

Description: It is a tradition for many years that 8th grade students end the school year with an exciting event (local or out of town)! Watch your email for more information

HIGH SCHOOL

9th through 12th Grades - Kids Kingdom Orphanage in Imuris, Mexico, Fall 2023 and Spring 2024

Description: This is a service opportunity for students to experience a culture that is different from ours. The goal of the trip is to help give NCS students a new perspective of service in hopes of fostering a love for serving the poor With additional info to follow, the cost of the trip varies but students will be involved in raising their support. Additional information regarding the orphanage can be found at: www.facebook.com/imuriskidskingdom

9th through 12th Grades - Fine & Performing Arts Trip

Description: The every-other-year HS choir trip is an incredible opportunity for high school students to experience major cities around the world This year’s trip will include musical instruction and performances that speckle the itinerary promoting skill development and a greater appreciation of the arts. For more information, please email Julie Dennis at jdennis@ncsaz.org. Don’t miss out on this one in a lifetime experience!

9th through 12th Grades - Washington D.C. Trip

Description: Faith, history, and education come together in Washington, D.C. on this school trip! Students grow in their personal faith while exploring the nation’s capital Devotionals, prayer time, and scripture are integrated into this educational Christian student travel program to ensure that students have a unique and spiritually rewarding experience while learning about our nation’s history and culture. For more information, please email Mrs Waymire at dwaymire@ncsaz org