

The Lion's Roar
LCA Newsletter: May 9, 2025
May - Diligence
May 5-9 - Proverbs 12:27
Teacher Appreciation Week - Thank you!!
Parents, thank you SO MUCH for a fabulous Teacher Appreciation Week! Our teachers felt so loved through the bright decor, yummy breakfast tacos, refreshing smoothies, popcorn snack cart, delicious BBQ lunch, sweet treat donuts, and numerous kind words! The parents and students of LCA make it a delightful place to work. Thank you!
Classroom Spotlight: Learning through Field Trips
Kindergarten: Fort Worth Zoo
1st Grade: KidZania
2nd & 3rd Grade: Dallas Arboretum
Staff Spotlight: Wanda Hill
This week's staff spotlight is Mrs. Wanda Hill. Wanda teaches in Preschool 2s.
How many years have you been teaching?
I have been teaching for 4 years, 3 of those at LCA.
Where did you attend college?
I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Walden University (Minneapolis, MN). I also have an Associate's degree in Social Work from Waubonsee Community College (Aurora, IL).
What do you love most about LCA?
I love that LCA incorporates the Bible in the curriculum. It is a true Christian school.
Tell us about your family.
I am the mother of 3 children (Michael Jr., Imani, and Iyonna). I have been married for 29 years (Anniversary: December 24th) to my husband, Michael.
Have you always lived in the DFW area?
No, I moved to the DFW area in 2021. I lived in Naperville, IL for 23 years before moving to the DFW area.
Tell us about a teacher who inspires you now or inspired you as a child.
While many teachers have inspired me as a child, one teacher, Ms. Chestang, stands out. Ms. Chestang was my 9th grade teacher. She instilled confidence in me that I could become whatever I wanted to be in life. Coming from a family with limited education, I felt that my options were limited. She inspired me to be my best. I was a first-generation college graduate.
What are you most excited about for this school year?
I am most excited to continue working with the littles. I enjoy helping them to develop and learn new skills. I like seeing the difference in them from the beginning of the year to the end of the year.
How do you spend your summer breaks?
I spend my summer breaks traveling and enjoying time with my family.
What is your dream vacation?
My dream vacation destination is Jamaica. I have gone twice, and my experience has been great both times.
Delinquent Accounts
All accounts for 2024-2025 must be paid in full before report cards or students records are released. Please understand that all accounts including enrollment fees must be paid in order for your child to attend class in August.
Thank you to these great teachers!
We want to extend a special thanks to these teachers whom we will miss greatly next year! They are headed off to new adventures or retirement. We pray many blessings over each of you!
Melinda Ortego, 4th Grade
Ruth Joy Orr, Kindergarten
Candi Muhlbaier, Preschool 2s
Wanda Hill, Preschool 2s
BBQ Plates...to go! Canceled
We have decided to cancel the BBQ Plates...to go! event that was planned for Thursday, May 15th. If you already purchased tickets to this event, we will be in contact next week with refund information.
Join Parent-Teacher Fellowship for the 2025-2026 School Year!
Field Day (Kindergarten - 5th) - May 16th
Save the date for LCA’s epic Field Day! Truth in Action will win the day as teams Veritas and Acta battle it out in fun outdoor challenges. Tug of war, water balloons, and obstacle courses will all be part of the fun.
Summer Science Camps
Enrollment continues for this summer's Science Camps--sign up today! LCA Families receive an additional discount as well!
Summer Hours
Over the summer, our offices will keep adjusted hours.
- Summer Admin Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 am to 3 pm
- Summer Camp Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am to 4 pm
- Extended Summer Camp Drop Off and Pick Up: 7 am to 6 pm
Summer Reading and School Supply Lists
Ready to get a head start on next school year? Open the attachments below to find the Summer Reading List and School Supply Lists!
Students in grades 1-5 who complete their reading logs over the summer will be invited to an ice cream social at the beginning of the school year!
Upcoming Dates 📆
Be sure to put these dates on your calendar!
- Monday, May 12th - 2:30 pm - Track Team Celebration
- Tuesday, May 13th - Elementary Spring Musical & Art Show
- Wednesday, May 14th - Safety Patrol Field Trip
- Thursday, May 15th - 6:30 pm - Middle School Drama Dessert Theater
- Friday, May 16th - Preschool Water Day
- Friday, May 16th - Field Day at LL Woods Park
- Tuesday, May 20th - Evening of Excellence (K-11th Quarter 4 and End of Year Awards)
- Wednesday, May 21st
- 12:00 pm - Preschool End of Year Program and Pre-K Graduation
- 3:30 - National Elementary Honor Society Meeting
- May 22-23 - Secondary Semester Exams
- Thursday, May 22nd - 6:30 pm - Kindergarten Graduation - Children's Theater
- Friday, May 23rd - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL & Early Release at Noon
Parents in Prayer meets every Thursday at 8:30 am in the Angel Chapel!
Athletics
The last track and field meet of the season is Saturday, May 10th at Fossil Ridge High School. Go out and support our student athletes!
Staff Birthdays 🎂
We have several May and June birthdays! Be sure to wish these staff members a happy birthday!
Rene Moore - May 22nd
Scott Himel - May 23rd
Martha Borchert - May 30
Mandy Tutt - May 30th
Victor Miller - June 18th
Brett Hensley - June 19th
Kassee Sturdivant - June 30th
Reminders from Previous Newsletters 📌
- 2024-2025 Academic Calendar
- LCA Dress Code
- LCA Preschool Facebook Group
- 2025 Yearbooks are on sale now! Purchase yours at bit.ly/lcayearbook.
- LCA Jackets and Hoodies still on sale here!
Join us for worship each Sunday!
- Sunday School at 9 am
- Worship at 10:30 am
Lakeland Christian Academy
397 S Stemmons Fwy
Lewisville, TX 7567
972-219-3939