THR VE A GUIDE TO LIFE AT LEGACY FOR CURRENT & NEW FAMILIES 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
WELCOME TO LEGACY
KEVIN MOSLEY HEAD OF SCHOOL
Dear Fellow Eagles: Welcome to the 2023-24 school year at Legacy Christian Academy! We are delighted to partner with you in the education of your children, and we look forward to helping you shape their spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical well-being. In Mark 10:45, God’s Word says, “For the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” When we consider the life of Jesus, we notice how He lived out this statement. He did not come to conquer, instead He washed the feet of His disciples, healed the sick, fed the masses, and laid His life down for mankind. He told us in Mark 9:35 that “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.” May we strive this year to truly serve God by serving others. May we instill in our children the importance of serving others both in our homes and in our school. We are pleased to offer this handy reference guide to help you THRIVE in your journey with us. It should answer many of your questions and provide direction as you learn more about what it means to be a part of “Eagle Nation.” Please note that more information is forthcoming this summer, and we will be updating this publication with additional releases. Again, welcome to this special community of believers who seek to advance God’s Kingdom by educating and preparing his children to be strong leaders with biblical convictions. Together, we will Thrive at Legacy. In His grace,
Kevin Mosley Head of School
"WE ARE DELIGHTED TO PARTNER WITH YOU IN THE EDUCATION OF YOUR CHILDREN, AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO HELPING YOU SHAPE THEIR SPIRITUAL, INTELLECTUAL, EMOTIONAL, AND PHYSICAL WELL-BEING."
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CAMPUS MAPS North Campus 6525 Fighting Eagles Lane Frisco, TX 75034 South Campus 5000 Academy Drive Frisco, TX 75034
EARLY LEARNING CAMPUS
Early Learning Campus 6600 Lebanon Road Frisco, TX 75034 Lebanon Road
TABLE OF CONTENTS ALL-SCHOOL INFO
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EARLY LEARNING
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LOWER SCHOOL
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
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UPPER SCHOOL
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ATHLETICS
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PTF
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EVENTS & ACTIVITES
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VISION Legacy Christian Academy is the school of choice for committed Christian families in North Texas who desire the best Christ-centered education for their children.
MISSION Legacy Christian Academy develops strong leaders with biblical convictions who are equipped to succeed in college and beyond. We accomplish this mission through a balanced approach that honors and upholds Challenging Academics Robust Fine Arts Competitive Athletics Positive Mentoring Relationships Covenant Partnerships with Christian families
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THE LEGACY PROMISE Legacy Christian Academy is more than a school. It is more than any one class, any one teacher, or any one student. It is more than any one person. Legacy Christian Academy is a Christian community, made whole by every student, parent, faculty and staff member. We are united through our common faith in Jesus Christ.
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KNOW YOUR CHILD
LOVE YOUR CHILD
PREPARE YOUR CHILD
We promise that we will take a personal interest in your child's welfare and progress. We will know each child's strengths and weaknesses. We will not allow him or her to fall through the cracks. We will treat your child as if he or she is one of our own. And we will reinforce the truth that he or she is made in God's image and reflects His glory.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES JEFF OWENS
NICOLE FRANKS
Chairman, Development Chair
Vice Chairman, Governance Chair
BRETT BINGHAM Treasurer, Finance Chair
LISA LIBERIS Secretary
JOHN ALCALA
BRAD BRENNEMAN
KENNETH CHAPMAN
PATRICK DROESCH
NICK JOHNSON
EUNICE NAKAMURA
DOROTHY SMITH
BRAD STRUCK
TRENT WOOD
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SCHOOL
LEADERSHIP TEAM
KEVIN MOSLEY
CHERYL CRAWFORD
Head of School kevin.mosley@legacyca.com
Executive Assistant to the Head of School cheryl.crawford@legacyca.com
PAULA BROTHERS
SHANNON NELSON
Chief People & Culture Officer
Chief Advancement Officer
paula.brothers@legacyca.com
shannon.nelson@legacyca.com
GENE POTTS
DANIEL TOWNSLEY
Chief Financial Officer gene.potts@legacyca.com
Chief Academic Officer daniel.townsley@legacyca.com
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PRE-K – 12
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
DANIEL TOWNSLEY
KEVIN MOSLEY
Head of School kevin.mosley@legacyca.com
TIFFANY MCCOLLUM Early Learning Principal
Chief Academic Officer daniel.townsley@legacyca.com
DANIELLE RECORD
RACHEL CONSTANTINESCU Lower School Principal
Middle School Principal
tiffany.mccollum@legacyca.com rachel.constantinescu@legacyca.com danielle.record@legacyca.com
LYNN DUPREE
HOLLY HAMMOND
Athletics & Activities
Student Services
lynn.dupree@legacyca.com
holly.hammond@legacyca.com
Senior Director of
jeff.veal@legacyca.com
MEGAN HANNA
Senior Director of
JENNY BRADY
JEFF VEAL
Upper School Principal
Senior Director of Curriculum & Instruction megan.hanna@legacyca.com
CHRIS KEYES
Senior Director of
Senior Director of
Community Engagement jenny.brady@legacyca.com
chris.keyes@legacyca.com
Fine Arts
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INTENTIONALLY RELATIONAL Since our founding in 1999, relationships among students, families, teachers, and staff have been at the heart of Legacy. We have been intentional in our growth, working to create intimate learning opportunities for our students. Walking the hallways today, it’s clear that LCA remains true to its promise to know each child, to love each child, and to prepare each child.
CLASS SIZES Projected Enrollment/Grade Pre-K 3: 45 Pre-K 4, Jr. Kindergarten: 95 Kindergarten: 90 Grades 1-5: 100/Grade Grades 6-8: 110/Grade Grades 9-12: 110/Grade
Average Class Sizes Pre-K 3: 15
Jr. Kinder: 17
Grades 1-4: 18
Pre-K 4: 17
Kindergarten: 18
Grades 5-12: 22
*Pre-K-Kinder classes average 15-18. Capacities may increase with the addition of an aide.
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STUDENT HANDBOOK
Login to your FACTS portal to review the full Student Handbook, which includes pertinent information regarding dress code, technology, grading, communications, etc.
DRESS CODE & UNIFORMS
Click HERE for the 23-24 Uniform Look Book & Appearance Guidelines LCA is excited about our continued partnership with Risse Brothers School Uniforms for the 23-24 school year. Their storefront is in Addison, TX for uniform try-on & purchases. Students are still allowed to wear Dennis uniforms.
SPIRIT DRESS
ALL LCA students may wear Legacy Spirit apparel on Fridays along with blue denim shorts (ELC/LS only), blue denim jeans, khakis shorts/pants. Girls may not wear jeggings. No holes, rips of any kind, decorations, elastic or cut-offs are allowed. Garment length and tightness must meet modesty guidelines. Additionally, all LCA branded outwear is approved to be worn on school days. Official LCA Spirit Dress may be purchased through the LCA Online Spirit Shop or the Athletic Sideline Store. New families receive a Spirit Shop 10% discount code courtesy of PTF - contact ptf@legacyca.com for more details.
ON-CAMPUS DINING
LLCA partners with FLIK for lunch services to students in grades First through 12. More details on the lunch services provided on the North and South campuses can be found here. Lunch at the Early Learning Campus is available on a pre-order-only basis two days a week. Orders are placed through a payment form and released on a monthly basis by the school receptionist. Contact dining@legacyca.com for more information.
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LEGACY EXTENDED CARE (LEC)
Legacy's Extended Care Program is currently in a Wait Pool status. Please reach out to LEC Director Candi Gartner to have your student added to the Wait Pool list. Who: Pre-K 3 – 4th Grade Where: LCA Early Ed. at 6600 Lebanon Rd. (1st-4th grade will be bussed to this location) When: Dismissal – 6:00 PM Monthly Cost: $425/student/month Director: Candi Gartner, candi.gartner@legacyca.com
STUDENT ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION ALL parents must complete the Student Attendance Notification form if a student will be absent, arrive late, or need to leave early. Each division may have additional instructions, but everyone must complete this form as the first step. To access the form, tap here or Attendance/Absence Notification in the LCA Community App.
MEDICATION FORMS Tap HERE to access the form
Early Learning: Return completed forms to Nurse Alé. Lower School & Middle School: Return completed forms to Nurse Lester. Upper School: Return completed forms to Nurse Detloff. Medication Administration forms giving permission to administer over-the-counter medications, medical action plans and emergency medications, including epinephrine auto-injectors, inhalers and diabetic medication/supplies, are to be turned in to your child’s campus health clinic prior to the first day of school.
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LEGACY LEARNING CENTER The Legacy Learning Center provides diagnosed neurodiverse learners with a supportive environment that will maximize their God-given potential and equip them to succeed in college and beyond. We accomplish this mission by offering qualified students services and accommodations that facilitate growth in the areas of learning awareness, self-advocacy, and organizational habits.
HOLLY HAMMOND
Senior Director of Student Services holly.hammond@legacyca.com
ESTHER PEWTERBAUGH
Director of SI Student Services esther.pewterbaugh@legacyca.com
KRISTINA STOCKTON
Director of Lower School LLC & Dyslexia Services kristina.stockton@legacyca.com
RHONDA COOK
Diagnostician rhonda.cook@legacyca.com
COMING SOON GIGI GROSS
Lower School Dyslexia Therapist gigi.gross@legacyca.com
ANN WHITE
EILEEN RICHARDSON
Lower School Learning
Lead Middle School Learning
Specialist/Dyslexia Teacher ann.white@legacyca.com
Specialist/Dyslexia Teacher eileen.richardson@legacyca.com
ALEX ROBISON
Middle School Learning Specialist
COMING SOON KEYA LAWSHE
Middle School Learning Specialist
LESLIE MIDA
Upper School LLC Support leslie.mida@legacyca.com
KRISTEN GROSS
KELLY ROTHACKER
kristen.gross@legacyca.com
kelly.rothacker@legacyca.com
Upper School Learning Specialist Lead Upper School Learning Specialist
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2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR *Please note that the calendar of events is subject to change as plans are confirmed.
START & END TIMES Early Learning: 8:30 am / Pre-K 3: 2:30 pm, Pre-K 4: 2:40 pm, Jr. Kinder: 2:50 pm, Kinder: 3:10 pm Lower School: 8:15 am/ 3:15 pm (East Doors) Middle School: 8:45 am / 3:45 pm Upper School*: 8:30 am / 3:30 pm
DROP-OFF TIMES Early Learning: 7:30 am Lower School: 7:30 am-8:00 am (West Doors), 8:00-8:15 am (East Doors), after 8:15 am (students must be walked into the front office) Middle School: 7:30 am (West Doors) Upper School*: 8:00 am *Upper School Enrichment Day Schedule: 8:30 am Drop-off, 9:00 am Start
CAMPUS CARLINE MAPS: CLICK HERE!
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SUMMER READING & MATH
2023-2024 Lists - Tap Below to View Early Learning: Pre-K 3 - Jr. Kinder Early Learning: Kindergarten Lower School: Grades 1-4 Middle School: Grades 5-8 Upper School: Grades 9-12
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CAMPUS VISITORS & SECURITY Safety is a top priority at Legacy. During the school day, all visitors to campus must checkin at the front office and provide their driver’s licenses. Each guest is issued a badge to be worn while they are on campus. LCA has armed security officers onsite during the school day and for school-sponsored events.
STUDENT ACCOUNTS Our Director of Finance, Whitney Younts, can assist with any tuition and billing questions, including any questions related to our Indexed Tuition Program.
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EARLY LEARNING CAMPUS KEY STAFF
TIFFANY MCCOLLUM
ROBYN SCHULLER
KRISTIN GORDON
Early Learning Principal tiffany.mccollum@legacyca.com
Early Learning Assistant Principal robyn.schuller@legacyca.com
Early Learning Guidance Counselor kristin.gordon@legacyca.com
ROBIN FOGLE
ALÉ ALBRITTON
SHEPHERD SNEAR
Early Learning Administrative Assistant robin.fogle@legacyca.com
Early Learning Campus Nurse alejandra.albritton@legacyca.com
Student Well-being Ambassador
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EARLY LEARNING
GRADES PRE-K 3 - KINDERGARTEN Location: 6600 Lebanon Rd. Frisco, Texas 75034 Phone Number: 972-987-1130 Chapel day: Wednesday Specials: Music, Movement, Science, Greenhouse, and Library & Technology School Supplies: All necessary school supplies for students in our Early Learning program are included in annual tuition.
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EARLY LEARNING
GRADES PRE-K 3 - KINDERGARTEN Parent-teacher conferences are held twice a year in the fall and spring. This is an opportunity for parents and teachers to formally connect. Parents or teachers can also request a conference at any point in the year. Communication: Teachers will share a weekly newsletter that will include learning objectives for the week, home connections, and reminders. Teachers will also use Seesaw to post pictures and work from the classroom. Seesaw will also be used as our learning platform in case of school closure. Parents are also welcome to email teachers.
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EARLY LEARNING
GRADES PRE-K 3 - KINDERGARTEN EARLY PICKUP AND LATE DROP OFF If you need to pick up or drop off your child outside of carline time, you must park and sign in with the receptionist.
WHAT TO BRING Each child will need to bring a backpack that is large enough to carry a lunchbox, nap blanket, water bottle, snacks, and a folder. Please do not send a “toddler size” backpack. Rolling backpacks are not permitted. Your child will also need a change of clothes. Please make sure all clothing items and outerwear are labeled. Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 will need a small blanket for rest time. For the 2023-2024 school year, all blankets must be brought home and washed weekly.
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EARLY LEARNING
GRADES PRE-K 3 - KINDERGARTEN LUNCH & SNACK Each child has the option to bring his or her own lunch, drinks, and snack. Classes will eat lunch in their classroom. Please provide all necessary utensils for your child’s food (napkins, spoons, etc.). You may also purchase a lunch for your child on Tuesdays and Thursdays. More information will be emailed prior to the first day of school on how to order meals. We request that healthy items are sent for lunch and snacks. Red drinks are not permitted. Please cut and peel any fruit, as this allows eating to go smoother. Heating students’ lunches will not be permitted. Please label your child’s lunch container with his or her name in case of a mix-up. You will be notified by the school nurse if your child’s class will be nut-free this school year.
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EARLY LEARNING
GRADES PRE-K 3 - KINDERGARTEN WATER BOTTLES
Please send a “pop-top” style water bottle labeled with your child’s name each day. Please do not send bottles with screw lids or a large opening as they tend to spill easily over tables and floors. Brain research indicates that water is essential to the learning process.
TOY POLICY
Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 may bring a "lovey" for rest time. All other toys and stuffed animals should be kept at home to prevent distractions. Your child may bring a toy and photos for “Show and Tell” during his or her designated time to be the “Star of the Week.”
SAFETY
Safety is our number one priority. All parents and guests are required to present their ID to enter the building and be given a visitor badge. For all large events such as parties, programs, and chapel, please RSVP to your child’s teacher to expedite check-in.
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LOWER SCHOOL KEY STAFF
RACHEL CONSTANTINESCU
Lower School Principal rachel.constantinescu@legacyca.com
DR. MONICA NAVARRO Sr. Spanish Immersion Director monica.navarro@legacyca.com
BETHANY MCMILLON
Lower School Assistant Principal bethany.mcmillon@legacyca.com
BRITTANY GONZALES
Director of Library Services brittany.gonzales@legacyca.com
KRISTIN GORDON
Guidance Counselor kristin.gordon@legacyca.com
JULIE BRATCHER
AARK Program Coordinator julie.bratcher@legacyca.com
LISA EMBRY
Director of Curriculum & Instruction lisa.embry@legacyca.com
DEBRA LESTER, RN
South Campus Nurse debra.lester@legacyca.com
COMING SOON JENI ALEXANDER
Administrative Assistant jeni.alexander@legacyca.com
ANALISA FINK
South Campus Receptionist analisa.fink@legacyca.com
SHEPHERD SNEAR Student Well-being Ambassador
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LOWER SCHOOL GRADES 1 - 4
Location: 5000 Academy Drive, Frisco, TX South Campus, first floor Phone Number: 469-633-1330 Core Classes: Bible, Literacy, Math, Science, Social Studies Encore Classes: Art, Music, PE, Computer Science, Science Lab Chapel: Mondays at 2 pm Students visit “The HUB” library on a flexible schedule to check out books and use the Makerspace. Makerspace is a flexible space and time where students can create, problem-solve, and develop skills, talents, thinking, and mental rigor. School Supplies: All necessary school supplies for students in our lower school are included in annual tuition. Please provide a backpack, lunch box, water bottle, and a pair of over-the-ear headphones. Please clearly label all items with your student’s name.
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LOWER SCHOOL GRADES 1 - 4
Homework: Homework is intended to reinforce previously taught skills. Students will have a weekly Bible verse to memorize. One of the best ways parents can help at home is by reading with their children! Specific developmentally appropriate reading books will be sent home for lower grades. Library books or books from home can also be read. 1st and 2nd-grade students will also be encouraged to practice addition and subtraction facts. 3rd and 4th-grade students will be encouraged to practice multiplication and division facts. Report Cards: Lower School report cards are shared four times a year with parents. The report cards are rubric based to help parents have a clear understanding of the current skills their child has mastered or is acquiring.
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LOWER SCHOOL GRADES 1 - 4
Parent-teacher conferences are held twice a year in the fall and spring. These are a chance for parents and teachers to formally connect. Parents or teachers can also request a conference at any point in the year. Communication: Teachers will share a weekly newsletter that will include learning objectives for the week, home connections, and reminders. Teachers will also use Seesaw to post pictures and work from the classroom. Seesaw will also be used as our learning platform in case of school closure. Parents are also welcome to email teachers.
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LOWER SCHOOL GRADES 1 - 4
DROP-OFF & PICK-UP INFORMATION If you need to pick up or drop off your child outside of carline time, you must park and sign in/out in the LCA app and check them in/out with the receptionist.
WHAT TO BRING Please send a backpack every day, including early dismissal days. Backpacks should not have wheels and should be able to be hung on a hook. A daily folder/binder with information, communication, notes, etc will be sent home. Please check your child’s backpack daily. Please label all coats/sweatshirts on the label with the child's name so we can reunite items with students.
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LOWER SCHOOL GRADES 1 - 4
LUNCH & SNACK Lower school students eat in the cafeteria daily. You are welcome to come and eat lunch with your child. Parents and special guests will sit at designated tables with your student. Please do not invite other students to eat with you. All students have a lunch account that money can be added to buy breakfast, lunch, or snacks. It is up to the parents/student to monitor this account. School staff do not monitor this since each family has different “rules” for the meal accounts. Please send utensils in your child’s lunchbox if needed. No microwaveable food, please. Microwaves are reserved for middle school students.
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LOWER SCHOOL GRADES 1 - 4
LUNCH & SNACK (continued) Each classroom will have a designated snack time. We encourage healthy, non-messy snacks since snacks will be eaten in the classrooms near learning materials. Appetites usually go up at the end of the day so protein and healthy carbs are encouraged. Some classes will be “nut-free” based on allergies. Our Lower School nurse will make these decisions based on class lists. Lunch may not be delivered by outside services. Parents are welcome to drop off lunch for students. Please label the lunch/drink with student's name and teacher's name.
WATER BOTTLES Please send a “pop-top” style water bottle labeled with your child’s name each day. Please do not send bottles with screw lids or a large opening as they tend to spill easily over tables, floors, and technology resources. Brain research indicates that water is essential to the learning process.
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LOWER SCHOOL GRADES 1 - 4
ITEMS FROM HOME
All toys, electronics, and stuffed animals should be kept at home to prevent distractions. Teachers will inform you of times when items from home may be brought to school such as “Show and Tell.” Lower School students follow the LCA cell phone policy. Students may not use cell phones or other electronic devices (including smart watches) from home throughout the day.
LOST AND FOUND Our Lower School lost and found is located in the hallway by the gym/cafeteria. Parents are welcome to come and look for items at any time after checking in at the front desk. Items that are labeled are reunited by staff with students once a week.
SAFETY Safety is our number one priority. All parents and guests are always required to present your ID to enter our building and be given a visitor badge. For all large events such as parties, programs, chapel, please RSVP to expedite checkin.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL KEY STAFF
DANIELLE RECORD
JOEY ROACH
DR. LANA SNEAR
LYNDI DEWALD
DR. MONICA NAVARRO MELISSA BAHNMILLER
Director of Middle School Middle School Sr. Director of Curriculum & Instruction Principal Assistant Principal Spanish Immersion danielle.record@legacyca.com joey.roach@legacyca.com monica.navarro@legacyca.com melissa.bahnmiller@legacyca.com
Middle School Guidance Counselor lana.snear@legacyca.com
Middle School Administrative Assistant lyndi.dewald@legacyca.com
DEBRA LESTER, RN
South Campus Nurse debra.lester@legacyca.com
SHEPHERD SNEAR Student Well-being Ambassador
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MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADES 5 - 8
Location: 5000 Academy Drive, Frisco, TX South Campus, second floor Phone Number: 469-633-1330 Student schedules and teacher placement will be available prior to Meet the Teacher (8/8/23). Chapel: Weekly Schedules: COMING SOON Unique Middle School Programs: House: LCA’s house system for grades 5-8 includes Squads, which are smaller same-sex mentor groups within each House. LCA YOU!: Students develop a greater understanding of who they are and gain the skills to navigate the challenges of their social and emotional world.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADES 5 - 8
Lockers Students will be assigned a locker near their homeroom class at Meet the Teacher when they receive their schedules. Books and backpacks will need to be kept in those lockers. No rolling backpacks are allowed. Cell Phones/Devices Middle School students follow the LCA cell phone policy. Students may not use cell phones or other personal electronic devices (including smart watches) on campus from dropoff to dismissal. Calculator Requirement*: All students in Grades 6-8 must provide the following: Grades 6-7: TI-30XIIS calculator Grade 8: either the TI-84CE or TI-84 PlusC Silver Edition calculator
*Calculators are NOT included as a part of the school supplies included in tuition.
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UPPER SCHOOL KEY STAFF
JEFF VEAL
Upper School Principal jeff.veal@legacyca.com
ANDREW EMBRY
Upper School Assistant Principal andrew.embry@legacyca.com
COLE JOHNSON
Athletic Director cole.johnson@legacyca.com
CHRIS KEYES
Senior Director of Fine Arts chris.keyes@legacyca.com
KARI TOMENY
Athletic Director kari.tomeny@legacyca.com
DUSTY TRESNAK
Upper School Administrative Assistant dusty.tresnak@legacyca.com
MEG PARKER WILSON Director of Professional Schools Program meg.parker@legacyca.com
JENNIFER HEARD
Student Life Coordinator jennifer.heard@legacyca.com
TARA CROSS
North Campus Receptionist tara.cross@legacyca.com
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UPPER SCHOOL STUDENT SUPPORT
JODI BENAVIDEZ
Director of College Advising jodi.benavidez@legacyca.com
CRISSY YOUNG
Student Services Administrative Assistant crissy.young@legacyca.com
JENA SNYDER
Director of Counseling Services jena.sydner@legacyca.com
ANGIE DETLOFF, RN
Director of Health Services angie.detloff@legacyca.com
ANNIE SNYDER Student Well-being Ambassador
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UPPER SCHOOL GRADES 9 -12
Location: 6525 Fighting Eagles Lane, Frisco, TX 75034 North Campus, main building Phone: 214-619-5930 Student schedules and teacher placement will be available at Eagle Orientation and Meet the Teacher (8/8/23). Chapel: Tuesdays Distinctive Upper School Programs: Professional Schools Program (PSP): Students select one of 4 School Pathways - Arts & Humanities, Business, Engineering & Technology, or Medicine concentrating on areas of studies, symposiums, and eventually a Capstone experience. They have opportunities to receive certifications in areas of study. LEAD Legacy: An intentional leadership training program and practicum. This group of students will be crucial in developing and maintaining a student culture that embraces the mission and core values of LCA. Student Leadership/Organizations: National Honor Society, International Thespian Society, Spanish Club, International Spanish Honor Society, Esports, Robotics, Big Green Club, Honor Council, and Principal’s Advisory Council are a few unique student opportunities.
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UPPER SCHOOL GRADES 9 -12
Lockers Students are not assigned a mandatory locker; the majority of students select to carry their books and backpacks during the 4period school day. However, requests can be made by accessing this link. Upper School Vehicle Registration Form Calculator Requirements*: All students in Grades 9-12 must provide their own TI-84 Plus graphing calculators. 1:1 Device Requirements*: All students in grades 9-12 are required to have a personal Windows PC or Mac OS laptop. Tap here for a list of approved devices, software requirements, and more program details.
*Items NOT included as part of the school supplies included in tuition and must be provided by the family.
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EAGLE ATHLETICS TAP HERE to visit the Eagle Athletics website.
SPORTS
Basketball* Baseball (M) Cheer (F)* Cross Country* Football (M)*
Golf Soccer* Softball (F) Sporting Clays*
Swimming* Tennis Track & Field* Volleyball (F)*
In partnership with TAPPS, LCA uses Rank One as a system to manage the forms required for student-athletes. TAPPS Forms must be completed for all students participating in Legacy Athletics. Information on required forms is coming soon! Summer Strength & Conditioning (6/5/23-7/21/23): Upper School Boys
8:00-9:15 am
Middle School Boys
9:30-10:30 am
Upper School & Middle School Girls
10:30-11:30 am
Practice times: Middle School sports generally have a 6:45 am start time. Most Upper School athletic practices are scheduled in the afternoon. Practice end times are typically between 6-6:30 pm but will vary based on season and sport. Please contact the athletic department for further details. For more information, contact Sr. Director of Athletics, Lynn Dupree. Sports are offered for both Male & Female students unless otherwise noted *Offered for 7th & 8th Grade Students
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EAGLE ATHLETICS QUICK LINKS
Learn more about the Legacy Athletics Club HERE! Media Guide Ads - Tap HERE for more information Purchase Tickets to Athletic Events Team Apparel Shops Sideline Store Game Schedules can be found on the Athletic website LCA Letter Jacket Orders take place in November To update your current letter jacket, email Maverick Awards
CONTACT INFORMATION Fall Sports: Football: Doug Hix Cross Country: David Heaton Volleyball: Luiz Lima Cheer: Morgan Sugg
Winter Sports:
Spring Sports:
Basketball (M): Cole Johnson
Baseball: Andrew Embry
Basketball (F): Lynn Meger
Softball: Amy Coe
Soccer (M): Monty Page
Track: Barrett Hardage
Soccer (F): Jack Martin
Tennis: Andy Franco
Swimming: Lucia Morales
Golf: Dwayne Hamilton
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HELPFUL APPS LCA Community App
(See weekly email or contact communications@legacyca.com for password info) Everything you need to know about LCA at your fingertips! Download in the App Store or Google Play.
RankOne
Access all school athletics information. Download in the App Store or Google Play.
BAND - App for all groups
Access athletics communication by sport/division. Download in the App Store or Google Play.
RenWeb Home App
Access school directory and handbook, as well as update demographic and contact information. Download in the App Store or Google Play. District code: LEGACY-TX
Schoology
Access Middle and Upper School lesson plans, homework, and grades. Download in the App Store or Google Play.
SeeSaw
Access ELC and Lower School classroom info, photos, and lesson plans. Download in the App Store or Google Play.
MKS (My Kids Spending)
Manage your student's lunch account. Download in the App Store or Google Play.
TAPPS TV
Stream Varsity Football and other school events LIVE for FREE! Download in the App Store or Google Play.
NFHS Network
Varsity, JV, and Middle School athletics contests (non-football) are LIVE for FREE! Download in the App Store or Google Play. FlikISDining Access everything you need to know about the North & South Campus food provider, Flik. Download in the App Store or Google Play.
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PARENT TEACHER FELLOWSHIP (PTF) LCA’s Parent Teacher Fellowship is LCA’s parent volunteer and ministry program. If you are a parent, grandparent or family member you are a part of PTF! PTF provides opportunities throughout the year for fellowship, personal spiritual growth, and service. We encourage you to get involved! The Eagle’s Nest Spirit Shop is PTF’s primary fundraiser, with all proceeds directly benefiting teachers, staff, and other PTF programs and ministries. To shop the Spirit Shop, click here.
Volunteer Opportunities & Ministries There are a number of opportunities to get involved. Sign up to volunteer! Our prayer ministry team is here to pray for you. To submit a prayer request, please contact prayer@legacyca.com LCA Cares: It is our hope to be able to minister to the LCA community when needs arise. Through the Parent Teacher Fellowship Care Ministry and Prayer Ministry Team we are able to serve each other by providing meals and by lifting each other up through prayer and encouragement. Women’s Bible Study begins 9/13 at 9:00am at Friendship Church Men's Bible Study begins 9/14 at 6:45am, LCA Upper School Learning Commons Eagle Mama Women’s Ministry: Tap HERE to join us first our first event on Sept. 15th! Monthly Prayer Walk: Check your weekly email for announcements regarding monthly Campus Prayer Walks
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PARENT TEACHER FELLOWSHIP Executive Board
The PTF Executive Board represents the interests of the Parent Teacher Fellowship and serves as oversight of all PTF functions and programs. President - Melonie Sanders Vice-President - Jennifer Rush Secretary - Neila Ruiz Treasurer - Mendy Tapp Community Fellowship - Niki Freeman, Irina Owens Volunteers - Berkley Berry Events - Lauren Stack Teacher Appreciation - April Edwards, Linda Maldonado Spirit Shop - Heather Davis, Jennifer McNeely New Families - Erica Callendar, Tammy Edwards Ministry - Jeffie Jones Early Education Representative - Jennifer Grinke Lower School Representative - Marla Stallsworth Middle School Representative - Jamie Schlegel Upper School Representative - Angie Jordan
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PARENT TEACHER FELLOWSHIP
Grade Coordinators & Representatives and Room Parents PTF Grade Coordinators (Pre-K 3-4th) and Grade Representatives (5th12th) provide support to each grade level by partnering with teachers, and grade level Room Parent, as well as organizing volunteers and support opportunities to serve on campus Pre-K 3 - Falyn Kopidlansky
5th - Robin Semadeni
Pre-K 4 - Kendall McMichael
6th - Jennifer Justice
JR. Kinder - Mollie Wiesendanger
7th - Shannon Ross
Kindergarten - Frances Hall
8th - Bethany Boekestein
1st Grade - Erika Kinser
9th - Gina Dizon, Leslie Mida
2nd Grade - Kari Chaney
10th - Amy Richmond, Laura Wetzel
3rd Grade - Desiree Tekin
11th - Chody Fee, Jennifer Williford
4th Grade - Brooke Moncrief
12th - Amy Robison, Dorothy Smith
Room Parents: LCA Room Parents partner with their student’s classroom teachers to provide support, plan class parties, and communications with classroom parents. Room Parents are assigned at the beginning of the school year. Interested in serving as a Room Parent? Complete the interest form linked here.
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GRADE-LEVEL
SUMMER GATHERINGS Be on the lookout for information and details from your grade-level PTF Grade Coordinators and Class Representatives! Pre-K 3: Thursday, June 22 - Cheeky Monkey, The Colony (10:00 AM-12:00 PM) Pre-K 4: Wednesday, August 2 - Hat Creek, Little Elm (5:00 PM-7:00 PM) Junior Kindergarten: Saturday, July 22, Bahama Bucks, Frisco (2:00 PM-4:00 PM) Kindergarten: Saturday, July 8 - Frisco Commons Park, Frisco (10:00 AM-1:00 PM) 1st Grade: Sunday, July 30 - Cow Tipping Creamery, Frisco (12:30 PM) 2nd Grade: Monday, August 7 - The Snow Cone Lady, Frisco (2:00 PM-3:00 PM) 3rd Grade: Saturday, July 29 - Baked Bear/Kilwins, The Colony (12:00 PM) 4th Grade: Wednesday, July 26 - Urban Air, Frisco (10:00 AM) 5th Grade: Wednesday, July 19 - Chiller Bees, Frisco (6:00 PM-7:00 PM) 6th Grade: Wednesday, July 26 - Pinstack, Plano (6:00 PM) 7th Grade: Friday, July 21 - The Yard Milkshake Bar, The Colony (3:00 PM) 8th Grade: Thursday, July 27 - The Yard Milkshake Bar, The Colony (7:00 PM-9:00 PM) 9th Grade: Friday, July 28 - Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, The Colony (1:00 PM-3:00 PM) 10th Grade: Monday, July 24, Pinstack, Plano (6:30 PM-8:30 PM) 11th Grade: Wednesday, July 26 - Legacy Hall, Plano (6:00 PM) 12th Grade: Watch for details coming soon!
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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES FALL 2023
USED UNIFORM & SPIRIT SHOP SALE
EAGLES TAKE FLIGHT
MIDDLE SCHOOL & UPPER SCHOOL: EAGLE ORIENTATION & MEET THE TEACHER
JULY 15, 9:00 AM-NOON
AUGUST 1, 4:30 PM
AUGUST 8
Don’t miss this opportunity to get great uniform apparel at even
All new families are invited to join us for our Eagles Take Flight
better prices! Items include Dress Wear, which is required for next year. Reminder: Dennis uniforms
event presented by our admissions team. This informative night provides
can continue to be worn until they are worn out! Our Spirit Shop will
interactions with school leadership and principals where
also be open to grab new Spirit Dress items! Don’t miss out-sign
all last minute questions will be answered! We'll give you the
up for your time slot here
scoop as to what to expect during the first few weeks of school to make sure you THRIVE!
Middle School: Eagle Orientation for NEW to LCA Middle School students: 8:30-9:30am Meet the Teacher 5th-6th grade: 9:30-10:30am 7th-8th grade: 10:30-11:30am Upper School: Eagle Orientation* for ALL 9th & NEW LCA Upper School students: 10:00am-11:30am Meet the Teacher RETURNING 10th-12th grade students: 1:00pm-3:00pm
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!
BACK TO SCHOOL BLESSING
ELC & LOWER SCHOOL: MEET THE TEACHER
AUGUST 8, 5:30 PM
AUGUST 9
AUGUST 10
Join us at Gateway Church (Frisco Campus) for an opportunity for our entire community to come together in prayer, worship, and reverence. Hear from our Head of School, Kevin Mosley, as he shares his heart for this school year and learn more about your family’s partnership with LCA. Attendance is strongly encouraged.
Early Learning: Pre-K 3: 8:30–10:00am Pre-K 4/Jr. K: 10:30– 12:00pm Kinder: 12:30–2:00pm
The first day of school for all grades is Thursday, August 10. View divisional start/end times HERE.
Lower School: Grades 1-4: 1:00– 3:00pm
*Please note that the calendar of events is subject to change as plans are confirmed.
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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES FALL 2023
BOOHOO YAHOO!
1ST HOME FOOTBALL SCRIMMAGE
PTF KICKOFF & NEW FAMILY SOCIAL
AUGUST 10
AUGUST 11
AUGUST 15
All parents are invited to join us
Join us for Friday Night Lights as
Join us to learn more about
we cheer on our Eagle football team. This is a great opportunity
our Parent Teacher Fellowship and volunteer opportunities.
to attend with your family and socialize! The spirit shop will be open to purchase swag and LCA
Watch for more details coming soon!
for our annual BooHoo Yahoo! event to be held in the LCA Upper School Gym immediately after drop-off on the first day of school. This event is a great time to connect with other parents and hear from Kindergarten and Senior Parents as they BooHoo or Yahoo for their children’s
clubs and programs will have tables to share information about getting involved!
milestones!
THE STAR GAME
"IRON SHARPENS IRON": MEN'S GATHERING
HOMECOMING
SEPTEMBER 2
SEPTEMBER 7
SEPTEMBER 22
Legacy Varsity Football will play at the Star in Frisco against Oakridge!
Calling all LCA dad’s! Join us at Tender Smokehouse in Frisco for a time of food and fellowship. You’ll hear an inspirational message and learn how you can be involved and serve at LCA. Registration details coming soon!
A Legacy tradition unlike any other! Join us on campus in the morning for an all-school parade and pep rally. That evening, we’ll gather for Friday Night Lights!
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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES FALL 2023
LEGACY NIGHT
GRANDPARENTS' DAY: ELC
GRANDPARENTS' DAY: LOWER SCHOOL
OCTOBER 21
NOVEMBER 16
NOVEMBER 17
Legacy Night is Legacy
On Thursday, November 16th
On Friday, November 17th the
Christian Academy’s annual gala that brings our
all PreK-Kindergarten grandparents are welcome to
fun continues at the Lower School with all 1st-4th grade
community together for a night of fellowship and fun!
join us at the Early Learning Campus for Grandparents’ Day!
grandparents. This is a great opportunity for grandparents
Mark your calendars for this fun date night at the Omni PGA Frisco Resort!
This is a great opportunity for grandparents to meet teachers, walk the hallways, enjoy special
to meet teachers, walk the hallways, enjoy special programs, and get to shop at
Sponsorships, tables, and tickets are available for purchase by clicking here.
programs, and get to shop at the book fair!
the book fair!
Legacy Christian Academy
North Campus 6525 Fighting Eagles Lane
South Campus 5000 Academy Drive
Early Learning Campus 6600 Lebanon Road
Frisco, TX 75034 214-619-5930
Frisco, TX 75034 469-633-1330
Frisco, TX 75034 972-987-1130
www.legacyca.com