SFCA Magazine Summer 2026

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King’s Chronicles Summer 2026

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thank you FOR GIVING! Southwest Florida Christian Academy, a ministry of McGregor Baptist Church, will partner with Christian parents to provide their children with a distinctively biblical and academically excellent education that will equip students to be godly leaders and to successfully engage the culture for Christ.

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The 2025-2026 school year was a busy one! By God’s grace and provision, we were able to accomplish great things. Here are just a few of the highlights: · Completion of over $850,000 in renovations during the school year and this coming summer that include the parking lot, Grace gym floor, multiple classrooms, K/1 restrooms, and athletic facilities. · Graduation of 64 High School Seniors and 68 VPK Students marking the largest number of graduates to date. · Over $1.6 million in scholarships were awarded to our graduates. · Over $568,000 received in donations to Financial Aid, Auction, Athletics and the SFCA Fund. · 13 staff members were recognized for serving 5 consecutive years at SFCA. 30 staff have served over 10 years. · SFCA was recognized and certified as one of the nation’s Best Christian Workplaces. · Our first Marching Band proudly represented SFCA in the Edison Festival of Light Junior Parade. · Our Academic Offerings expanded to include additional Dual Enrollment, AP, and CLEP courses for post high school readiness; the Servant’s Workshop (MS Shop Class) and MS Family and Consumer Science Class (Home Economics); and the Innovation and Investigation Lab focusing on literacy, research and digital competencies in elementary. · We partnered with 30 businesses in hosting our first Student Leadership Academy Career Fair. · Representatives from the Administrative Team and High School student body participated in the ACSI Public Policy and Legal Advocacy Conference in Washington DC and met with legislators on Capitol Hill to discuss legal matters that impact Christian School Education including the new Federal Tax Scholarship and School Safety initiatives. · SFCA students completed thousands of hours of Community and Ministry Service including serving at Community Cooperative, putting together 1,271 shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child, and raising $21,542 for Elementary Missions Week. · 12 Athletic Teams qualified for the play-offs earning 4 District Titles, 1 Regional Title, and a State Championship, along with 2 Private 8 Team Titles. · 20 SFCA Alumni Athletes were on college rosters this past year. · SFCA launched and hosted the first Schools United Southwest Florida Professional Development Day for 400 Christian educators and 10 schools in Southwest Florida.

Most importantly, 43 students trusted Jesus as their Savior this school year! Our mission to partner with Christian parents to provide their children with a distinctively biblical and academically excellent education that will equip students to be godly leaders and to successfully engage the culture for Christ is the foundation and the guide for all we do at SFCA. This is the SFCA Difference!

May God receive all the glory.

a word from the HEAD OF SCHOOL

Mrs. Lisa Kleinmann, M.Ed.

Southwest Florida Christian Academy - Class of 2026

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Valedictorian-Connor Watermeier Salutatorian-Karis Cole

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Commencement Address Speaker Pastor Jerry DeOleo

Class of 2026 Graduation

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Middle School Chess Club Members: Evan Damitz, Ian Williams, Lincoln Toleman, Owen Pierce, Grayson Garlich, Lorenzo Derderian, Mason Weston, Sawyer Johns, Connor Szelest, Josiah Clydesdale, Nathan Ames, Michael Caro, Joseph Apicella, Austin Reeves, Wyatt Roach, Braxton Gaither Lead by Mr. Luke Welling SFCA hosted its first home chess match, and the King's came away with a 10 to 4 victory over Diplomat Middle School.

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Top Field Day Award Results 2026 Overall Champion Medal for grades K-5: Jaxon Goare 93 pts K-2 Champion/Runner Up MEDAL WINNERS K-2 Girls Champion: Eden Hynden 89 pts K-2 Girls Runner Up: Madelyn Pina, Saylor French, Madison Shiverdeck 88 pts K-2 Boys Champion: Cooper Rose 84 pts K-2 Boys Runner Up: Ozzy Davidson 83 pts 3-5 Champion/Runner Up MEDAL WINNERS 3-5 Girls Champion: Nicole Buitrago 87 pts 3-5 Girls Runner Up: Meghan McGuigan 83 pts 3-5 Boys Champion: Jaxon Goare 93 pts 3-5 Boys Runner Up: Benjamin Barzaga-Mona 92 pts Olympic Gold Ribbons: Top boy & girl per grade level Kindergarten: Eden Hynden 89 pts; Perrin McDowell 79 pts 1st grade: Saylor French & Madison Shiverdecker 88 pts; Ozzy Davidson 83 pts 2nd grade: Madelyn Pina 88 pts; Cooper Rose 84 pts 3rd grade: Meghan McGuigan 83 pts; Jason Barry 90 pts 4th grade: Nicole Buitrago 87 pts; Jaxon Goare 93 pts 5th grade: Pearl Nichols 78 pts; Ryan Igyarto 82 pts

Elementary Field Day

Celebrating our SFCA VPK Graduation We proudly graduated 67 incredible students as they sang songs, recited Bible verses from memory, and confidently walked across the stage. What a joy it has been to watch these little ones grow in knowledge, faith, and confidence throughout the year. We are so proud of each and every one of them and cannot wait to see all that God has in store for their future. Once a King’s, always a King’s!

VPK Graduation

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Spring Band & Choir Concert Directed by Mr. Kent Jurgenson & Mrs. Jacquelyn Toleman

SFCA Fine Arts Academy

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Recital 2026

The SFCA Fine Arts Academy Spring Recital was an incredible evening which featured vocals, violin, drums, piano, and more. Our performers truly shined as they showcased everything they worked so hard to learn through countless lessons and hours of practice.

A special thank you to our instructors and to SFCA FAA Director Nathalie Higgins for leading the program with such care and excellence.

To learn more about our Fall Semester offerings at the SFCA Fine Arts Academy, please visit www.sfcakings.org/fine-arts/finearts-academy/ or scan the QR code below.

For more information, contact nathaliehiggins@sfcakings.org

SFCA Drama Students Presented

Directed by Jacquelyn Toleman

High S chool Music al JR. Cast List (in order of appearance)

Jackie Scott......................................................................... Lina Guido Chad Danforth............................................................. Daniel Volanski Zeke Baylor.................................................................. Zachary Gainey Troy Bolton...................................................................... Jacob Turner Sharpay Evans.................................................................... Ava Creach Ryan Evans............................................................... Reagan Mahoney Gabriella Montez ......................................................... Emma O’Barrio Taylor McKessie.............................................................. Lara Padovan Martha Cox....................................................................... Audrey York Kratnoff.......................................................................... Ali Nicholson Ms. Darbus....................................................................... Heidi Handy Coach Bolton....................................................... Christopher Urbanski Ms. Tenny.................................................................... Blake McGarvey Kelsi Nielsen.................................................................. Adelyn Emery Jamie............................................................................. Tatiana Picón Susan.............................................................................. Grace Carney Cathy......................................................................... Camille Werneck Cyndra..................................................................... Sophia Castaneda Moderator........................................................................ Hadley Flint Students of East High Cheerleaders …………….. Sophia Daswani, Allison Falde, Reese Hutcherson, Julianna Idle, Kennedy Luciano, Emerson Purse, Erin Rooney Jocks……………………. Josiah Clydesdale, Luke Chesnut, Troy Romano, Skyler Tracy, Elisha Nicholson Brainiacs ........... Alyssa Boskers, Hadley Flint, Blake McGarvey, Anna Nassef, Ali Nicholson, Elliott Rairden, Lana Roszell, Kenzie Walker, Audrey York Thespians …........................ Eleza Bauer, Grace Carney, Sophia Castaneda, Lina Guido, Kayla King, Catalina Picón, Tatiana Picón, Camille Werneck

Celebrating 25 Years at SFCA

Celebrating 20 Years at SFCA

Celebrating 15 Years at SFCA

Celebrating 5 Years at SFCA

Stephanie Laymon

Kristin Baker & Amy Long

Candace Furiosi & Jim Martin (not pictured)

Janele Krebs, Heather Cox, Kelly Coser, Alison Bischoff, Holly Marciano, Meghan Davidson, Beth Beaudin, Chelsea Kackley, Tamar Miller, Amy Wiggins, Bill Bergquist, Amy Gainey, Amanda Doerr

Teacher & Staff Recognitions

Secondary Elementary Master Teacher Master Teacher

Staci Idle

Brandy Davis

Unsung Hero Award

Melissa Hendrix, Lezlie Nassef, and Arabella Rios

Congratulations on Retirement! You will be missed!

Abigail Vega-Lawhead

Char Kumpf

Beth Beaudin

Sandy Burkett

Lee County Do The Right Thing Program “Since 1997, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office has spotlighted students who make good decisions and positive choices through the Do The Right Thing Program. This exceptional program reinforces good behavior, recognizes noble citizenship and honors community involvement.”

- Lee County Sheriff’s Office

Congratulations to our SFCA Do The Right Thing Award Winners: Eli Johnson, Cooper Rose, William Krutky, Brady Younger, Mallex Zielinski & Beckham Mondragon

AWARD WINNERS

SFCA Summer Camps

This summer, SFCA offered a wide variety of camps that gave students opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun. From Medical Minds Camp with Nurse Erin Wooley to PE and Basketball Camps led by Coach Eddie Rogosich, students explored new interests, developed their skills, and stayed engaged throughout the summer. Additional camp offerings included Art, Discovery Science Lab, Musical Theater, Dance, and a variety of sports camps through the King's Athletic Department.

Thank you to all of our amazing camp instructors.

SFCA Summer Camps

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