The
NCA
Volume 2 Issue 2
Dedicated to Excellence in Academics
Creativity ~ Character ~ Leadership
Compass
Fall 2013-2014
Northshore Christian Academy—Everett, WA
Events at NCA Offer Opportunities for Families
The NCA Compass
is a quarterly publication
for the communities
of Northshore
Christian Academy
Mission Statement
Northshore Christian
Academy exists
as a partner
with families
to provide a
superior Christian
education, which
includes developing
spiritual, academic
and personal
excellence in a
Christ-centered
environment.
Northshore
Christian Academy
PreK-8th Grade
5700 - 23rd Drive West
Everett, WA 98203
425-407-1119 Office
425-322-2386 Fax
www.northshorechristianschools.org
NCA is a 501(c)( 3)
non-profit
organization
NCA’s Tax ID
# 91-1515354.
All donations are tax
deductible.
Northshore Christian Academy offers several events
throughout the year which are long traditions at our
school. Each event has a unique purpose whether it is to
provide an academic opportunity for our students or to
honor family and friends. Events such as our annual
Speech Meet and the Math Olympics provide learning
and growth in the classroom and beyond. Moments
with Mom, Veterans Day Chapel, and Donuts with Dad
are examples of events meant to honor the families and
friends of NCA. Parent Teacher Fellowship events such
as skate nights, allow students to have fun and get to
know each other outside of the classroom setting and
offer the chance for families to meet and socialize as
well. At Northshore, we enjoy a “small school”
atmosphere and strive to provide many opportunities
for families to connect.
Events Honor Parents
The intent of Moments with Mom and Donuts with Dad is to provide a chance for
parents to be honored in their child’s classroom and enjoy a special time together.
Students love showing off their classrooms and prepare something special for the
visit such as a note or poem of
appreciation, handmade necktie
(dad) or bonnet (mom), a video,
or a piece of beautiful artwork.
These traditional events help us
teach our students the first
commandment with a promise:
“Honor your father and your
mother, so that you may live
long in the land the Lord your
God is giving you.”
Exodus 20:11-13
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Academic Events Provide Opportunities to Practice Skills
NCA Math Olympics participants
showing off their achievements
Public speaking has long been a fear of many
adults. At NCA, we teach our students to be
confident orators whether they stand in front of
20 people, or 120. Graduates of Northshore
often report that they are well-prepared for
high school presentations and that participation
in the NCA Speech Meet has been a key to this
success. Components of public speaking such
as enunciation, poise and clarity of voice are
practiced from 1st-8th grade as part of the
Speech Meet event. NCA feels strongly that
this preparation is vital for success in future
academic settings as well as life beyond
school. Whether God calls our graduates into a
career which requires regular speaking in front
of groups, such as a pastor or politician, or a
career that calls upon this skill on a smaller
scale, such as in a boardroom, or in front of a
classroom, NCA is committed to honing public
speaking skills.
The Speech Meet and Math Olympics are two
academic events offered at NCA. These events
provide the opportunity to practice important
academic skills. In the areas of reasoning and
computation, students in grades 3-8 take a test
provided by the Association of Christian Schools
International (ACSI) and those with top scores are
invited to the ACSI district Math Olympics where
they join other area students who have received top
scores. After demonstrating their math skills on
provided tests, students assemble to receive ribbons
and medals their scores have earned them.
Beginning in 1st grade, Northshore
students practice the following
components of public speaking:
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Variety of timing and pitch
Natural presentation
Poise, stance, stage presence
Eye contact
Audible speaking
Easy flow of language
No noticeable interruption due to
forgetfulness
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Honoring our Veterans
Honoring families is the purpose of events such as
Moments with Mom, Donuts with Dad, and our
Veteran’s Day chapel. These events are longstanding traditions at NCA and eagerly anticipated by
families and staff.
At our annual Veterans Day chapels, families have
the opportunity to submit photos of those
who have served in our armed forces and
all who attend are moved and humbled by
the long history of service our families
demonstrate. We feel it is important for
our students to honor the sacrifice many
people have made in order to preserve our
freedoms.
NCA Teacher with her son, an NCA graduate
before his deployment to the Middle East
where he earned a Purple Heart.
Sharing our Faith
Each of our events also provides an opportunity
to share the gospel with family and friends and
not only those who are able to attend in person,
but many of our events are webcast live and
enjoyed all over the world. Christmas Concerts
always celebrate the true reason for celebrating
Christmas. Our students clearly communicate
with story and song the message of hope brought
through the birth of our savior, Jesus Christ. Not
only is this a chance for them to hear and
communicate this story, but it is a performance
opportunity. NCA students learn to be poised
and confident on stage and communicate through
music and song.
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Events Draw Us Together
Northshore Christian
Academy
425.407.1119
Through events such as the PTF sponsored
Skate Night, the Father Daughter Dance, the
8th Grade Commissioning Breakfast and
many other events sprinkled throughout the
school year, our hope is that NCA families
enjoy the opportunity to get to know one
another and become more connected to each
other and our school.
Prospective students and
parents are invited
to come see the
NCA campus in action!
New Family Tours
are conducted
every Wednesday
during the school year
at 9:45am.
Meet in the NCA Front Lobby.
Contact:
Denise Christian, Director
Admissions & Development
425-322-2301
[email protected]
NCA is a Ministry of
Fostering a “small school” environment
is important at Northshore. Classroom
events at each grade level not only
provide learning opportunities, but also
create a sense of community among
students and their families. Classroom
events such as the 2nd grade Parade of
Presidents, 3rd grade Bible play, and
the 5th grade Sail America are traditions
that families look forward to each year.
Presidential Facts Quoted by Second Grade
Students at the Parade of Presidents:
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Keep up-to-date
on happenings at
Northshore
Christian Church
Ulysses Grant raced his rig through the streets of
Washington and was arrested for speeding!
Benjamin Harrison was afraid of the electric lights
that had just been installed in the White House. He
and his wife never turned on the lights in their
bedroom for fear of being electrocuted.
William Howard Taft was so large that he got stuck
in the White House bathtub and had to be
rescued. A special tub, big enough for four men,
was built for him.
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At the end of each school year, we say goodbye
to our 8th grade graduates. Parents, students and
faculty gather at the annual Commissioning
Breakfast for fellowship, celebration and prayer as
we send our graduates off to display and further
develop their gifts in high school. Events such as
this further solidify the bond of the Northshore
community.
“Millard Filmore”