Northland Christian Review 2016

….Which is why we like to have fun at Northland Christian—like Mrs. Cole and her preschoolers meeting first responders. And we also consider serving others fun too. Check out these terrific opportunities our students had this past school year:

Ministry Days & Service NCS has three ministry days a year for high school students. Partnering with ministries throughout the city, students are able to serve and are also exposed to missions with the hope that they will consider ways to get involved outside of school. In addition NC has a church partner day where students serve local churches.

Elementary teachers incorporate ministry throughout the curriculum, field trips, etc. For instance, K-2 students collected candy attached Bible verses and sent to members of the military.

Summer 2016 Progress Report

Missions Trips NCS offers two mission trips for high school students. During the past school year, 23 students traveled to a reservation in New Mexico and an additional 24 students participated in the international mission trip to Dominican Republic. Thanks to everyone who helped make these events possible through prayer, financial support and coordination.

Northland Christian School is progressing on a new facility near Shoal Creek Parkway and Highway 169.

Below are the highlights on the current status. We appreciate continued prayers for this undertaking.

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To date, NCS has raised $3.5 million – original goal was $4 million.

Of the total raised, $2.6 million will go to construction, while the remaining $900,000 is dedicated for current and future operations $1.2 million of the total has been pledged but not yet received.

NCS has an immediate need for $500,000 or more to begin construction

Design NCS just graduated its tenth class. The school has enjoyed a six percent increase in enrollment for the past five years. For some perspective on growth, NCS had 60 students in middle/high school in 2009 and in the upcoming year, 110 students are enrolled in high school.

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www.ncblazers.org  816-548-2222

To reduce cost on the initial phase, the following changes have been made from the original plan. See design layout.

Relocate building so entrance and exit are both off frontage road Reduce the size of the facility to 44,000 sq. ft. (original plan had 77,000 sq. ft.) Current plan still includes 32 classrooms and gym and initially can accommodate

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same number of students as previous design These changes reduce overall cost from $12 million to $7 million which includes site work, infrastructure, the facility, parking and furnishings.

The school owes no debt on the land.

NCS is receiving authorization for up to $5 million in bank loan financing.

The building and ECT teams continue great work on planning, permitting and launching the construction phase of the new facility.

Quotable

DUAL CREDIT FYI

“Great education, family, and community.

Staff cares for each individual. Helps me express my talents.

Mission trips that leave a lasting impact. Prayer is everywhere.”

From NCS Teacher “I believe our school perfectly mixes a Biblical worldview with academic rigor.”

From NCS Grandparent “Students have the opportunity to participate in anything they want to do. The smaller school allows for more personal connections with staff and other students. The Bible truths are taught at every grade level by every teacher.”

Thanks to everyone who provided feedback in our 2016 survey. The results will be compared to other Christian schools across the country. The administration is carefully reviewing the input to determine what improvements can be made based on the suggestions provided.

Senior Moments

Notable Accomplishments

From NCS Student

NCS graduated a record 28 students in 2016, and the average ACT score was 24.9.  Terra Nova (standardized test) scores increased by 4% and NCS ranks above the state and national averages.  NCS voted as one of the top 3 private/ parochial schools in the Best of the Northland 

Watch DOGS Approximately 50 dads participated in the first year of Watch DOGS. Volunteer dads spent time in classrooms, recess and helping at lunch.

A program of the National Center for Fathering, Watch DOGS has more than 5,100 registered schools in 47 states as well as international schools throughout the world.

Chaplain Another new addition was a position of part-time chaplain. Michael Bunce, lead pastor at Crosswind Fellowship Church in Kansas, served as NCS chaplain. He recruited chapel speakers, organized ministry days, led a prayer team and spent time praying with students.

Spiritual Renewal Week Middle and High School students the week after Christmas break had a spiritual renewal week. During that week they had

praise and worship, chapel speakers and fellowship every morning.

Fall Play A spring musical has been part of NCS for the past few years, and in 2015 a fall production was also added to the calendar. Jill Logan directed the play which portrayed the life of George Mueller.

Elementary Honor Choir Sally Shutler was a new addition to the music department. Mrs. Shutler taught elementary and middle school music and assisted in the musicals. In addition, she started an elementary honors choir that performed at school events and also competed at ACSI competitions.

2016 graduates received academic, athletic and fine arts scholarships: 12 Students offered scholarships to 23 institutions totaling $1,158,552 with students accepting more than $459,752 from 9 different schools

NCS Accreditation Helps Set High Standards A major milestone for Northland Christian School in 2011 was achieving dual accreditation. Now, five years later, NCS is in the process of updating our certification.

Six teams of faculty, parents and volunteers are working to update the documentation and ensure the school is meeting the standards for reaccreditation.

Our accreditation is a way to make sure we are on track with our continuous improvement process.

 NCS currently offers 30 hours of dual credit through Mid-America Nazarene in the areas of science, math, history, Bible, and English  2016 graduating seniors found credit hours were easily accepted Dual credit courses cost about 1/3 of the price students pay at the college level

Band Steve Fulmer, music instructor, launched an instrumental music program. The school band, which included students in grades 5 – 12, performed at several school events.

MSHAA Recap The 2015-2016 school year was the first year NCS participated fully in the Missouri State High School Activities Association.

Students competed against public schools as well as private schools in music, speech and debate, soccer, basketball, volleyball and track. Noted accomplishments included:  State Music Competition—Anna Howie: 2 rating piano solo and David Bouryi: 1 rating violin solo  Varsity Volleyball—first round of state playoffs in sectionals  All State Athletes—Rachel Sturdevant (volleyball) and Blake Wilson (track)  Blake Wilson—third place in mile run at the state track meet with a time of 4:35 In addition, the girls volleyball team was awarded the American Volleyball Coaches Association Academic Excellence award. The award is given to volleyball teams across the country with high overall team grade point averages.

Sophomores Rebecca Rothacher, left and Rachel Sturdevant celebrated the team’s season accomplishments.

Quotable

DUAL CREDIT FYI

“Great education, family, and community.

Staff cares for each individual. Helps me express my talents.

Mission trips that leave a lasting impact. Prayer is everywhere.”

From NCS Teacher “I believe our school perfectly mixes a Biblical worldview with academic rigor.”

From NCS Grandparent “Students have the opportunity to participate in anything they want to do. The smaller school allows for more personal connections with staff and other students. The Bible truths are taught at every grade level by every teacher.”

Thanks to everyone who provided feedback in our 2016 survey. The results will be compared to other Christian schools across the country. The administration is carefully reviewing the input to determine what improvements can be made based on the suggestions provided.

Senior Moments

Notable Accomplishments

From NCS Student

NCS graduated a record 28 students in 2016, and the average ACT score was 24.9.  Terra Nova (standardized test) scores increased by 4% and NCS ranks above the state and national averages.  NCS voted as one of the top 3 private/ parochial schools in the Best of the Northland 

Watch DOGS Approximately 50 dads participated in the first year of Watch DOGS. Volunteer dads spent time in classrooms, recess and helping at lunch.

A program of the National Center for Fathering, Watch DOGS has more than 5,100 registered schools in 47 states as well as international schools throughout the world.

Chaplain Another new addition was a position of part-time chaplain. Michael Bunce, lead pastor at Crosswind Fellowship Church in Kansas, served as NCS chaplain. He recruited chapel speakers, organized ministry days, led a prayer team and spent time praying with students.

Spiritual Renewal Week Middle and High School students the week after Christmas break had a spiritual renewal week. During that week they had

praise and worship, chapel speakers and fellowship every morning.

Fall Play A spring musical has been part of NCS for the past few years, and in 2015 a fall production was also added to the calendar. Jill Logan directed the play which portrayed the life of George Mueller.

Elementary Honor Choir Sally Shutler was a new addition to the music department. Mrs. Shutler taught elementary and middle school music and assisted in the musicals. In addition, she started an elementary honors choir that performed at school events and also competed at ACSI competitions.

2016 graduates received academic, athletic and fine arts scholarships: 12 Students offered scholarships to 23 institutions totaling $1,158,552 with students accepting more than $459,752 from 9 different schools

NCS Accreditation Helps Set High Standards A major milestone for Northland Christian School in 2011 was achieving dual accreditation. Now, five years later, NCS is in the process of updating our certification.

Six teams of faculty, parents and volunteers are working to update the documentation and ensure the school is meeting the standards for reaccreditation.

Our accreditation is a way to make sure we are on track with our continuous improvement process.

 NCS currently offers 30 hours of dual credit through Mid-America Nazarene in the areas of science, math, history, Bible, and English  2016 graduating seniors found credit hours were easily accepted Dual credit courses cost about 1/3 of the price students pay at the college level

Band Steve Fulmer, music instructor, launched an instrumental music program. The school band, which included students in grades 5 – 12, performed at several school events.

MSHAA Recap The 2015-2016 school year was the first year NCS participated fully in the Missouri State High School Activities Association.

Students competed against public schools as well as private schools in music, speech and debate, soccer, basketball, volleyball and track. Noted accomplishments included:  State Music Competition—Anna Howie: 2 rating piano solo and David Bouryi: 1 rating violin solo  Varsity Volleyball—first round of state playoffs in sectionals  All State Athletes—Rachel Sturdevant (volleyball) and Blake Wilson (track)  Blake Wilson—third place in mile run at the state track meet with a time of 4:35 In addition, the girls volleyball team was awarded the American Volleyball Coaches Association Academic Excellence award. The award is given to volleyball teams across the country with high overall team grade point averages.

Sophomores Rebecca Rothacher, left and Rachel Sturdevant celebrated the team’s season accomplishments.

….Which is why we like to have fun at Northland Christian—like Mrs. Cole and her preschoolers meeting first responders. And we also consider serving others fun too. Check out these terrific opportunities our students had this past school year:

Ministry Days & Service NCS has three ministry days a year for high school students. Partnering with ministries throughout the city, students are able to serve and are also exposed to missions with the hope that they will consider ways to get involved outside of school. In addition NC has a church partner day where students serve local churches.

Elementary teachers incorporate ministry throughout the curriculum, field trips, etc. For instance, K-2 students collected candy attached Bible verses and sent to members of the military.

Summer 2016 Progress Report

Missions Trips NCS offers two mission trips for high school students. During the past school year, 23 students traveled to a reservation in New Mexico and an additional 24 students participated in the international mission trip to Dominican Republic. Thanks to everyone who helped make these events possible through prayer, financial support and coordination.

Northland Christian School is progressing on a new facility near Shoal Creek Parkway and Highway 169.

Below are the highlights on the current status. We appreciate continued prayers for this undertaking.

Funding  

 

To date, NCS has raised $3.5 million – original goal was $4 million.

Of the total raised, $2.6 million will go to construction, while the remaining $900,000 is dedicated for current and future operations $1.2 million of the total has been pledged but not yet received.

NCS has an immediate need for $500,000 or more to begin construction

Design NCS just graduated its tenth class. The school has enjoyed a six percent increase in enrollment for the past five years. For some perspective on growth, NCS had 60 students in middle/high school in 2009 and in the upcoming year, 110 students are enrolled in high school.

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Northland Christian School instructs students to learn, love and lead the world to Christ. www.ncblazers.org  816 -548 -2222

To reduce cost on the initial phase, the following changes have been made from the original plan. See design layout.

Relocate building so entrance and exit are both off frontage road Reduce the size of the facility to 44,000 sq. ft. (original plan had 77,000 sq. ft.) Current plan still includes 32 classrooms and gym and initially can accommodate





same number of students as previous design These changes reduce overall cost from $12 million to $7 million which includes site work, infrastructure, the facility, parking and furnishings.

The school owes no debt on the land.

NCS is receiving authorization for up to $5 million in bank loan financing.

The building and ECT teams continue great work on planning, permitting and launching the construction phase of the new facility.