The Pull of Hands-On Learning

October 27, 2025

Mr. Matters gave a great presentation on magnetism for the 6th to 8th graders, illustrating the critical role of hands-on learning in education.

Forget boring lectures—when students dive into experiments and engage with materials, they catch onto complex ideas much faster than through traditional classroom lectures alone. This kind of learning makes things stick, gets those curiosity gears turning, and boosts problem-solving skills.

By manipulating objects and observing outcomes, students can link what they learn to real-life situations, making learning more relevant and memorable.

“We've been blessed to have Mr. Matters for many years, and his passion for experiential learning has been invaluable.” - Mrs. White, middle school teacher

First Home Game = First Home Win

December 9, 2025

The LCA boys basketball team celebrated their first home win of their 2025-26 season as they took on Christian Faith Academy.

"The boys came out strong tonight and brought home a 39–28 victory in their first home game of the season!" announces Mrs. Wolbert, LCA's athletic director. "They played with heart, hustle, and great teamwork from start to finish. GO LCA!"

My Favorite Season

December 8, 2025

For their science class, the pre-kindergarten students embarked on an engaging and interactive learning journey, focusing on contrasts between the winter and summer seasons. By playing in water, sand and snow, they were able to explore the unique characteristics that define each season.

Throughout these activities, the pre-k students were not just learning about the seasons; they were also developing important skills such as teamwork, communication, and creativity. By engaging in collaborative play and sharing their observations with one another, they built a foundation for scientific inquiry and critical thinking that will serve them well in their future educational endeavors.

This comprehensive approach to learning about winter and summer allowed the young students to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the seasons in a fun and memorable way.

"While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night, shall not cease." Genesis 8:22