Liberty Christian Academy

2018-2019 Handbook

“…See, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has triumphed...."

Revelation 5:5

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Liberty Christian Academy

Table of Contents

GENERAL GROUP INFORMATION/POLICIES

LCA DISCIPLINE AND CONDUCT

• Vision/Mission Statement ………..…..3

• Operations.............................................3

• Admissions Policy.................................3

• Board Members & Leadership Team…4

• Financial Information............................5

• Fundraising – Publix & Kroger……….6

• Family Academic Commitment.............6

COMMUNICATION GUIDELINES

• Mailboxes…………………….…..……7

• Email Group………………….….…….7

CAMPUS-RELATED POLICIES

• Leaving Campus Policy………..………7

• Arrival and Dismissal Procedures….…..8

• Student Driver Policy…………………..8

• Snow Day Policy……………………….8

• Lunch/Snack Policy……………….……8

LCA DISCIPLINE AND CONDUCT

• Rules.......................................................8

• Personal Appearance Code…………….9

• Social Media Policy…………………….9

ELEMENTARY GUIDELINES………..10

• Tardiness ………………………….…..10

• Behavioral Guidelines…………………10

SECONDARY GUIDELINES

• Classroom Rules..... …………………..10

• Homework Make-up Policy……….…..11

• Grading Scale………………………….11

• Academic Policy (Deficient grades)…..11

• Discipline Points System……………...11

• Student Government……………….….12

• Honor Students…………………….….12

• National Honor Society…………….…13

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES ……………..…13

“If you have good sense, instruction will help you to have even better sense. And if you

live right, education will help you to know even more. Respect and obey the Lord! This

is the beginning of wisdom. To have understanding, you must know the Holy God.”

~~Proverbs 9:9-10 (CEV)~~

*If you are interested in referring your homeschooling friends to our elementary or

secondary program, please have them contact Andrea Rial at ajflips4@gmail.com

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VISION/ MISSION STATEMENT

Liberty Christian Academy is a volunteer organization that partners with Christian parents

desiring to enhance or extend their home education. We believe that the Bible is the inerrant and

infallible word of God. We seek to provide an atmosphere of Christ-centered learning as well as

the opportunity to gain social experiences in a safe small group setting. We believe that

significant parental involvement is the key to student success. This can only be accomplished

if parents are teaching and supervising students at home on a daily basis. Classroom instruction

must be supplemented at home. The success of LCA as a whole is very dependent on the

sacrificial involvement of our family membership. It takes many hands to make this organization

what it is. We look forward to future years of encouraging and supporting families who have been

called by God to homeschool their children.

OPERATIONS

Liberty Christian Academy is a home school program that meets on Monday each week

August/September-April/May at The Grace Place, 4316 Central Pike, Hermitage, TN.

Pre-School (Birth-4yrs)

Child care is provided for pre-school age children of tutors as available.

Elementary (K-6th grade) Elementary classes are offered from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p. m. and run for a total of twenty-four

weeks. Classes consist of 6, 12 or 24-week courses. Parents may choose for their children to

participate in one, two, or all three hours. Our elementary program is designed to be hands-on

enrichment in various subjects. When there is enough interest 6th grade academic classes (w/

homework) will be offered.

Secondary (7th – 12th grade) We know that the required classes in the 7th-12th grades can be rather challenging to teach at

home. Our desire is to help meet these needs by offering our students a consistent and challenging

education. Our secondary program is purposefully academic while providing our teenagers a

wonderful opportunity to interact with one another. Scheduled classes meet from 8a.m.-4p.m and

are led by well-qualified Christian tutors teaching according to a Christian worldview. Each

family must sign a Statement of Faith to ensure the success of our program. We also require that

all students honor God by respecting the tutors, other parents, and each other.

ADMISSIONS POLICY

Liberty Christian Academy partners with Christian parents desiring to enhance home education.

Significant parental involvement, both at LCA and at home, is vital to student success. Our

families are actively homeschooling their children, serving in a local church, and are registered

with an umbrella school under the Tennessee Home School Law. Students’ grade level at LCA

must match the registered grade level at their umbrella school. Students participating in the

"Tennessee K-12" program may not attend LCA. We recommend students be homeschooled at

least one semester prior to admission to the secondary program, with the final admission decision

left up to the discernment and discretion of the board. Liberty Christian Academy is under no

obligation to accept a family into our program. Current LCA members can discuss changing

grade levels with the board if space is available in the requested grade. Any grade changes

desired by an existing LCA family/student will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must

receive board approval.

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Because of the family atmosphere at LCA, the following restrictions are followed:

• No pregnant students

• No married students

• No students who are parents

• No students with an alternate life-style

• No students who have previously been expelled from another school

• No students with a criminal record or arrest history

BOARD MEMBERS & LEADERSHIP TEAM

The LCA program is overseen by a leadership committee, members of which are non-elected and

non-salaried. Provided funds are available, board members will be compensated in the amount of

one core class for the year in which they serve. Registration fees will also be waived for each

board member. Secretary, Secondary Director, and Elementary Director will receive credit for

half of registration costs.

Board Member Selection: Board members are selected on an as-needed basis. Prospective

board members are chosen from LCA members in good standing (demonstrated trustworthiness

and no out-standing financial or disciplinary issues) who have either expressed a willingness to

serve or have been nominated by other LCA members. Such candidates will be recommended to

the membership for consideration for a minimum of 4 weeks at which time they will either be

approved or not.

Leadership Team Selection: Leadership team consists of Secretary, New Member Coordinator,

Elementary Coordinator, Secondary Coordinator, & Activities Coordinator.

2018-2019 Leadership Team:

Diane Vasquez*-Elementary Director

Andrea Rial*-Secondary Director

Jenny Young-Treasurer

Jenny Wakefield*-Administrative

*LCA Board Members

All matters of policy at LCA are subject to change at the discernment and discretion of the

board at any time as circumstances arise.

Advisory Board Selection: The Advisory Board is appointed from dads willing and called to

serve LCA as advisor, sounding board, and disciplinary moderator.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

***All fees are non-refundable*** Fees include:

Family Registration Fee

Registration is $180 per family, regardless of the number of students per family. The money

collected covers the facility rental, group insurance, copier and supplies that are used by and for

all students.

Late Registration

$250 after April 1 for returning families and after September 1 for new families

Smart Savings Card fee

To help cover the cost of operating our program we participate in the Smart Savings Card

program. Families choose from two options:

1. $160 – you’ll receive 10 Smart Cards that you can use or sell for $20 each.

2. $100 – you receive no Smart Cards (opt out).

Class Fees

All classes have tuition fees for the tutors, which are separate from the operating budget of the

program.

• You are responsible to the TUTOR for the full tuition in the event that your student drops a

class or is asked to withdraw from a class.

• There will be a minimum of $25 cash charged for each returned check OR a maximum of

the bank penalties assessed to the tutor involved (payable to the tutor). If a family has

returned checks on more than three occasions during the current year, then that family

will be asked to pay cash for all remaining fees for that year.

Elementary Class Fees

One-hour classes that meet 24 weeks are $96* each

One-hour classes that meet 12 weeks are $48* each.

One-hour classes that meet 6 weeks are $24* each.

*Some classes will also have supply or lab fees, which must be paid in cash @

Registration.

Tuition and class fees must be paid in full at registration.

You may pay (cash or check) in full or with monthly post-dated checks, which will be delivered

to the tutors the first Monday of the following months:

Sept., Oct., Nov., Jan., Feb., and March.

All tuition checks should be made payable to the individual tutors.

Secondary Class Fees

One-hour core class-- $210*

One and one-half hour core class--$270*

One-hour elective classes are $180 with these exceptions: Yearbook/Journalism, IEW and The

Art of Writing, each of which is $210.

*Materials, books, and lab fees (cash) are an additional cost.

Tuition & class fees must be paid in full at registration. You may pay (cash or check) in full or

with monthly post-dated checks, which will be delivered to the tutors the first Monday of the

following months:

Aug, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr

All tuition checks should be made payable to the individual tutors.

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All fees and payments are NON-REFUNDABLE. In the event that a class does not develop, the

payments for that class would be returned to the family. We are making a yearly commitment to

each other and to our tutors. Class fees are to be paid even in the event of a withdrawal or

dismissal. Auditing of classes is not permissible. In the spring if a class tutor is "TBA"

registration for that class will be considered "pending" until a tutor is announced, at which time

parents will decide whether to commit to the class or not. In the rare case that a tutor must be

replaced mid-year, no refunds will be offered. Another tutor will be found to finish tutoring the

class for the remainder of the school year.

FUNDRAISING – PUBLIX & KROGER, etc

Each year members of LCA have the opportunity to raise funds for our program by shopping at

Publix and Kroger.

Publix Partners has a key chain card that is scanned every time you make a purchase at

Publix. When LCA has raised $250, we will receive a check that goes into our operating

budget. See the treasurer for a card.

The second opportunity is through Kroger Community Rewards. To enroll in this program, go to

Kroger.com and sign up for an account. Under account summary you will need to enroll in

Community Rewards. LCA's number is 88915 or you may do a search for Liberty Christian

Academy at that blank.

Other fundraising opportunities will be introduced as they become available to us.

FAMILY ACADEMIC COMMITMENT

As the primary teacher in your home, you the parent are responsible for the teaching, training,

and education of your child/student. The tutor is the class facilitator.

Student/Parent Agreement Participating in Liberty Christian Academy is a privilege, and with all privileges come

responsibilities. The following is a list of responsibilities expected of parents and students who

choose to participate in this program. (You will be given another copy of this to sign and return at

sign up.) Dismissal from LCA is up to the discretion of the Board and may occur any time that a

family or student is deemed not a good fit with our tutorial due to lack of parent or student

commitment or behavioral issues.

Student Commitment • I will purpose to honor God and submit to His authority in all that I think, say, and do.

• I will purpose to honor my parents and tutors and other adults involved with LCA, submitting

to their God-given authority in my life by giving them my respect, gratitude, obedience,

and attentiveness.

• I will do my best to make spiritual growth a priority in my life.

• I will show honor and respect to my parents and tutors by completing assignments diligently,

seeking to learn and achieve to the best of my ability.

• I will respect my fellow students and will try to show honesty, kindness, and modesty in all of

my friendships.

• I understand that my appearance and behavior reflects on God as well as myself.

• I understand that my family will be able to enjoy the privileges of this academy as long as we

abide by the above commitment.

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Parent Commitment

• I understand teaching and training my children is my God given responsibility, and I plan to do

this to the best of my ability with His guidance.

• I understand in this program I am delegating the tutoring of my child/children to a tutor in a

given subject for a given time period and for the remainder of the time, I am responsible

for their studies. • I commit to work with my students weekly to complete assignments that they receive in the

classes we signed up to take and to see that they are prepared for class with appropriate

tools, etc.

• I will work cooperatively with the LCA board and the tutors from which my child(ren) will be

learning.

• I will seek to demonstrate Godly character and will purpose to teach this to my children.

• I will do my part to support LCA by serving on at least one committee and taking four shifts as

Parent Helper to assist in the general operation of the program.

• I will make sure my student has the necessary tools at home to complete the assignments for

each class.

• I will seek to demonstrate Godly character and will purpose to teach this to my children.

• I will not ask for a refund of any fees or monies submitted to the program or any classes.

If a parent has concerns regarding a class…

1. Talk to the tutor during LCA hours, if possible.

2. If you do not feel that the problem has been adequately resolved, please speak with the

elementary/secondary coordinator regarding your concern.

3. If necessary, an appointment with the tutor and the parent will be scheduled

COMMUNICATIONS GUIDELINES

MAILBOXES The activity committees, tutors, and leadership communicate with members by

means of a “mail box” in the office, which contains a file folder for each family. Please be sure to

pick up your mail weekly. If your student drives and you do not come to the classes on a regular

basis, please have him/her bring the contents of your mailbox home each Monday so that you

have not missed important information.

EMAIL GROUP LCA has an email chat group where all LCA members, tutors, and groups

share information: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/libertychristianacademylive/

CAMPUS-RELATED POLICIES

LEAVING CAMPUS All students are expected to stay on the church premises unless they have written permission from

the parent or legal guardian to leave. Written permission forms must be updated each year;

previous year permission slips expire.

Students may leave campus as long as they adhere to the following guidelines:

Students must sign out and back in each time he/she leaves campus and returns.

Students should be aware that increased truancy supervision by the state of Tennessee poses a

danger to the freedom of homeschoolers.

If a student leaves the property, he/she must be present and on time for their next scheduled

class.

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LCA is NOT RESPONSIBLE for the welfare of students who leave the campus. ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL • Arrival: Students may arrive to class 5-10 minutes prior to their first class.

• Dismissal: Students should leave promptly after their last class. There should be no

unsupervised students outside on the church campus.

STUDENT DRIVER POLICY

Students who hold a valid Tennessee driver’s license may drive to school with a permission form

signed by their parents to be kept on file at LCA. Any student who fails to show proper driving

safety and courtesy will be denied the privilege of driving. The Speed Limit is 10 mph on church

property.

SNOW DAY POLICY

In case of inclement weather, LCA leadership will determine if classes will be held or not. This

decision will be communicated to the group via EMAIL no later than 7:00 AM on the Monday in

question. We will also have closings listed on Channel 2.

LUNCH/SNACK POLICY

Lunch can be ordered at the beginning of each day and it will be available for pick-up during the

lunch hour. Students may eat only in the designated room. Students are required to clean up after

themselves. Students may purchase snacks and drinks during free periods and lunch break. Food

and drinks in the classroom are subject to tutor approval. If you bring your own drinks for snack

or lunch, please refrain from bringing red drinks. Any elementary student eating lunch at LCA

must be supervised by a parent or enrolled in the Elementary Extended Hours program.

LCA DISCIPLINE AND CONDUCT Students at LCA are expected to conduct themselves at all times in a manner which brings honor

and respect to Jesus Christ, themselves, their families, and this program. Respect and obedience

to the leadership, tutors, and adults at LCA are the foundation of the discipline point system. The

board and tutors are expected and encouraged to correct students at any time for misconduct and

failure to follow their student commitment and agreement.

RULES

These guidelines are for everyone enrolled in Liberty Christian Academy. While you are at any

LCA-sponsored activity, these rules are to be followed. • Do not use the name/s of our Lord in vain.

• Absolutely no smoking, drugs, smokeless tobacco, cursing, or disrespect of property.

• Students must be under adult supervision at ALL times when on church property (both inside

and out).

• Students ARE allowed to play on the playground and other appropriate areas with sufficient

adult supervision.

• There will be no roaming, running or loud noises in the halls.

• Students are to be in their assigned class, in the lunch area or in the student center.

• Use only rooms that have been assigned for each classroom.

• No church materials are to be used in our classes. All materials for classes are purchased

separately by our home school group.

• No calls may be made to the church office for relay of messages to any parents, students, or

tutors.

• All classrooms will be cleaned by the tutors and students according to the guidelines set by the

LCA Board.

• Visitors must check in upon arrival and adhere to all school policies, including extracurricular

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and off-campus activities.

• No roller blades, skate shoes, skateboards, scooters, weapons of any kind, alcohol, drugs,

tobacco, or pornography are allowed on the church property at any time.

• PDA (Public Display of Affection) – All acts of affection should be of a friendly and modest

nature at all LCA activities.

• Cell Phone/electronic devices: Unless specifically approved by the tutor for use as a tool in

class, cell phones must be out of sight and silent during class times. Violations to this

policy will result in the phone/device being confiscated for the duration of the class.

Repeated violation will result in the phone being confiscated until the end of the school

day at 4:00p.m.

Continual disruptive behavior or violation of the stated rules will result in dismissal from

Liberty Christian Academy.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE CODE

As a Christ-centered organization, our conduct and attire should reflect our beliefs and be a witness to the world. We expect everyone to be clean, neat, and modest. Listed are some guidelines to help you. The Personal Appearance Code listed here is to be maintained in all

classes and at all on-site and off-site activities. We request that the parent and student work

together in the choice of apparel that will reflect the faith, conduct, and purity we strive for here

at LCA.

General Guidelines

• Clothing should be modest, clean, neat, and properly worn.

• No inappropriate slogans, pictures, advertisements, or celebrities. Nothing promoting or

advertising drugs, alcohol, or tobacco.

• Nothing too tight, too low, too sheer. No exposed bellies, backs, or bra straps. No exposed

boxers.

• Appropriate undergarments must be worn and out of sight at all times.

• If you have obtained parental consent to get a tattoo, please have it covered when attending

LCA or LCA functions.

• Ears and noses may be pierced, but the jewelry must not be distracting.

• Blouses and shirts: No low cut necklines that expose the shoulders or underclothes. No bare

midriffs or see-through blouses or shirts. No strained buttons. Shirts must have sleeves.

• Hemlines: Skirts, skorts (does anyone still wear these?), dresses, and shorts must have a

hemline that is mid-thigh. No cut-offs.

• Bottoms: Pants, shorts and skirts should not be excessively tight, “sagging,” or stretched to the

point of being see-thru. Leggings are not pants and should not be worn as such to LCA.

No yoga pants

• Jeans with holes are permitted. However, to eliminate holes in revealing places, no holes

higher than the knee are allowed.

• Exceptions: strapless, & spaghetti straps are ONLY allowed at Prom & Valentine’s Banquet.

Tank tops also allowed on spring trips but straps should be wide enough to completely

cover under garments. Still no short shorts.

• When swimming is part of an LCA activity, one-piece bathing suits (no cutouts, please) or

tankinis which cover the midriff (girls) and swimming trunks (boys) are required. NO

BIKINIS OR SPEEDOS WITH SHIRTS OVER THEM.

SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY We strive to honor God in all our relationships and communications, and this includes our online

and social media interaction. Social media has continued to increase in popularity and is used by

a majority of students in one form or another. Our students need to be aware that third parties—

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including parents, pastors, coaches, prospective colleges, and even future employers—can easily

access your profiles and view all personal information. Inappropriate material found by third

parties affects the perception of our students, their families, and our tutorial. Examples of

inappropriate and offensive material concerning participation in online communities may include,

but is not limited to, depictions or representations of the following:

• Photos, videos, comments or posts showing personal use of alcohol, drugs and/or

tobacco.

• Anything that could be considered bullying or harassment.

• Photos, videos, and comments that are of a sexual nature. This includes, but is not

limited to links to websites that promote any of the above.

• Anything that is illegal or disparaging to LCA or any of its members.

Parents will be notified immediately of any inappropriate content or comment made by any LCA

student, and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken according to our set guidelines in the

Discipline Points section.

ELEMENTARY GUIDELINES

Elementary students may NOT be dropped off in the parking lot. A parent or Secondary-aged

sibling must deliver the student to his/her first class.

A parent must pick up students from their last class. If someone other than the parent will be

picking up a student, the Elementary coordinator needs to be notified. Students should never be

left unattended at any time before or after class. Parents who are habitually late picking up

students after class may be required to stay on site during class time.

TARDINESS:

Being punctual is a valuable virtue to attain; therefore we ask you to please be on time.

ELEMENTARY BEHAVIORAL GUIDELINES

1. Treat others (students and tutors) as you would want them to treat you.

2. Do not talk while the tutor is talking to the class.

3. Raise your hand and wait to be called on.

4. No running or standing on furniture.

5. No horseplay.

SECONDARY GUIDELINES The secondary program is a 30-week program. Our tutors will give weekly instruction and

assignments as they seek to assist you in educating your student. Our classes are designed so that

you can take the weekly assignments and administer them in your home. To assist you in this

endeavor, your student will bring home a written assignment sheet weekly for each class. Please

plan to work with your student on assignments as needed. If you encounter material for which

your student needs additional assistance you cannot give, please contact the tutor as soon as

possible. Please do not let your student fall behind. Remember, you are the daily teacher.

CLASSROOM RULES

• Respect the tutor and other students.

• Do not talk when the tutor is talking.

• All cell phones and headphones should be turned off and put away. If not, the tutor may

confiscate item(s) and return them at the end of class.

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• Food and drink in the classroom are at the tutor’s discretion.

• Other classroom rules not outlined here are at the tutor’s discretion and may be implemented as

needed.

HOMEWORK MAKE-UP POLICY

Make-up work is accepted only for excused absences. If the student knows he/she will be absent,

he/she must notify the tutor in advance and gather assignments. If a student misses a class for

any reason, The student is responsible for getting his or her assignments. Work is due the

week the student returns to class without exception.

Incomplete or Late Work

All work is due at class time each Monday. Work can be accepted up to one week later, but each

assignment will receive a mandatory 10% deduction. After the one-week grace period,

assignments will not be accepted at all and will receive a zero. The student will also receive five

discipline points. The end of the grading period has no grace period. A student is only allowed

to submit two late assignments per quarter per class. Any late assignments exceeding this number

will receive a “0”. Students may NOT email work to tutors unless instructed to do so by the

tutor.

GRADING SCALE

Report cards are issued four times a year. Parents need to sign these report cards and return them

the following week. Students will be evaluated according to the following grading scale:

A 100-90 B 89-80 C 79-70 D 69-60 F 59 or below

ACADEMIC POLICY FOR DEFICIENT GRADES

If a student earns a “D” or below for any grading period during the year, the parent may be

required to meet with the tutor, Secondary Coordinator and/or Tutor Coordinator to devise a plan

of action for the next grading period. This will enable the tutor and parent to work together to

ensure the student's success. If the parent is unable or unwilling to work with the tutor, the student

will be asked to withdraw from that class. Students earning a “D” or below in the same class for

two consecutive grading periods in the year may be dropped from the class. There will be no

refunds for any class that a student drops or is asked to withdraw from.

SECONDARY DISCIPLINE

LCA uses a discipline point system for secondary students (grades 7-12) which allows the board

to communicate with parents and students about specific areas of behavior needing improvement.

We communicate those areas by sending home a Discipline Report with the following

information:

Nature of the Offense Discipline Points

Disobedience 5

Disrespect 5

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Tardiness 5

Dress Code 5

Distraction/Disorderly Conduct 5

Failure to complete assignment 5

Removal from class 10

Unexcused leaving campus 15

Using God’s/Jesus’ name in vain 25

Tobacco in any form 25

Cheating or Plagiarism* 25

Vulgarity or profanity 25

Defacing church property 25

Fighting or verbal abuse 25

Stealing 40

Pornography 40

Drugs 40

Alcohol 40

Weapons 40

*Student will also receive a zero for assignment.

Parents should sign each discipline report and return the signed form to the Tutor Coordinator

within one week. If the signed form is not turned in, an additional 5 points may be added.

Parents are encouraged to contact the tutor or Tutor Coordinator to find out more information.

When a student accumulates 0-24 discipline points the Secondary Coordinator may call to

discuss consequences.

When a student accumulates 25 or more discipline points the Secondary Coordinator will

schedule a parent conference. Also, the student will be restricted from participation in extra-

curricular activities during that grading period.

Any student who accumulates 40 or more discipline points may be expelled.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT Student government representatives are students in grades 8-12 who have attended LCA for at

least one year. The selection process includes the following: • Student must submit an application.

• Students in grades 8-11 must be enrolled in at least three classes for the year they serve.

• Seniors must be enrolled in at least two classes for the year they serve.

• Student must have and must maintain a minimum B average.

• Student must be active in LCA social activities and service projects.

• Student must be in good standing with leadership.

• Student must uphold a Christ-like attitude and lead by example.

• Student must be able to attend monthly meetings on the first Monday of every month.

• Student must be able to attend Student Government retreat.

• Student must be prepared to present a speech to peers, tutors, and leadership.

• Student must be prepared to complete an interview with Student Government Sponsor and

other members of leadership.

HONOR STUDENTS

A student may graduate with honors at LCA if the following requirements are met. Students must

take a minimum of six core classes in the 9th-12th grades and achieve a minimum 3.75 GPA based

only on the grades from those core classes. Any high school courses taken as an eighth grader

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will be included in the total core classes taken and in the student’s GPA.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

LCA students in 10th-12th grades have the opportunity to become members of the Beta Kappa

chapter of the Eta Sigma Alpha National Homeschool Honor Society. Applications will be

emailed in the fall and winter, per parents' request. The induction ceremony will be held in the

spring. In order to apply, students must have a combined ACT score of 26 OR a cumulative

score of 90% or higher on Standardized Achievement Test taken in ninth grade or above; an

overall 3.75 GPA on a four-point scale; and achievements in leadership, service, and networking.

Seniors who are members of ESA will have the option of speaking at LCA graduation provided

they have taken a minimum of six classes at LCA during grades 9-12.

LCA Social Activities

In addition to academics, LCA offers many social activities. A few of these involve the entire

family and friends of students, but most are limited to LCA members only (indicated with an

asterisk) or are age specific, and most activities require a small fee. LCA’s social activities may

include the following:

*Back-2-School Bash/Lock-in: (7-12th*) This night will be an opportunity for our secondary

students to get to know new students and renew friendships. Students will eat dinner together,

play games, together, and yes…stay up all night long.

*Fall Family Kickoff: (family event) A beginning of the year fellowship to “kick off” the new

year and a time for current families to get to know new families in LCA.

*Harvest Party: (All ages) An LCA favorite. This event is held in October for the whole family

complete with a cookout, caramel apples, and hayride.

Fall Dance: (9th-12th) A night of fun and dance in which students get creative with their attire

based on a theme for the night.

LCA Family Variety Show: (All ages) This night gives our students and parents the opportunity

to share their gifts and talents. Student Government assists with this event.

*Ice Skating: (All ages) A time of fun and fellowship for the whole family.

*Elementary Parties: (K-6) Includes a Valentine Party, a Clay Lady adventure day, Pump it Up,

a trip to the zoo and going to The Nashville Children's Theatre. These events will need additional

parent helpers.

*Senior Dinner: (12th) An opportunity for seniors and their parents to be honored by LCA.

*Field Day: (All ages) A fun day set aside for outdoor activities and games. All participants

receive ribbons.

Prom: (9th-12th) A night to remember is held each spring for our senior high students. There is

food, music and dancing. Dinner and After-prom activities are included.

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**Graduation: (12th*) A ceremony honoring our graduating seniors. Juniors and their parents

serve on this committee along with other volunteers.

*Summer Send Off: (All ages) An end of the year event recognizing achievements as well as a

time for worship and fellowship.

*Service Projects: An opportunity for our students to serve in the community. Projects in the

past have included: Feed the Children, Rake-N-Run, Operation Christmas Child, Room in the

Inn, nursing homes and hospitals, and renovations. Service ideas may change from year to year

and separate committees will be formed.

*Secondary Parties: (7th-12th) These parties are offered throughout the year for our secondary

students. Some of these parties will need additional parent volunteers. Party ideas typically

change from year to year and have included Messy Games, Video Scavenger Hunt, Mystery

Dinner, Pump it Up, Valentine's Banquet and Laser Tag.

*SSMASH: (7th-12th) Secondary Students Meeting At Someone’s House-Typically held twice a

month, this event is a favorite of our secondary students. This is a time of fellowship, games,

talk, and just hanging out. The host home provides light snacks and drinks, as well as a short

devotional. There is a small cost per student to cover the food and drinks provided.

*For enrolled LCA students only **Graduation is restricted to only LCA graduates walking in the ceremony. However, outside guests are, of course, welcome. Members who would like to invite guests to any LCA only event must get approval by the board in advance, and the final decision rests with the LCA board. All guests who attend LCA functions and events are expected to adhere to all LCA guidelines, including dress code and conduct.