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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 [email protected]
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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.