Douglas Weathers, a 2009 graduate of Ignite Christian Academy® (ICA), has been awarded a prestigious scholarship to the University of Alabama on the basis of his PSAT and SAT scores. In addition to having his college tuition and housing paid for the next four years, Douglas said he is also receiving a laptop computer and $1,000 per year for incidental expenses. We congratulate Douglas for this great personal achievement!
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Broken Promises
"Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths" (Matthew 5:33).
"But you promised," whimpered my ten-year-old daughter. "You said we could go swimming today if we finished all our schoolwork." Although the words were softly spoken, they echoed in my ears as she left the room.
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Uncluttered Learning
Organization and an uncluttered home are necessary for an effective learning environment. While not all families have an extra room to devote to a classroom, there are many ways to have a schooling space within your household. Whether you work at the kitchen table, set up a desk in the bedroom, or use a worktable in the den, you can have an organized schooling environment in which everything you need for teaching is easily accessible. Before you decide the best location for your distance learning, consider the following:
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September Student of the Month
In her three years at Ignite Christian Academy® (ICA), seventh grade student Brianna Stornetta has made a positive impression on her teachers as a hardworking and determined student. "With her polite and cheery demeanor, it is a joy to talk to her," said Mrs. Schonhardt. "Her attitude is inspirational."
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ICA Merchandise Now Available
Show your school pride! With an assortment of popular clothing, gear, and merchandise available through CafePress, the Ignite Christian Academy® Store offers your entire family affordable products that feature ICA's logo and professionally designed graphics.
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ICA Announces New Blog
Have you noticed the new look at Ignite Christian Academy's website? Featuring a new informative ICA blog on the main homepage, the website now offers easy access to interesting articles on Christian education and distance learning.
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August 2009 Student of the Month
When asked about Brooke Paulson, one of Ignite Christian Academy's language arts teachers said, "Her messages are always full of sunshine."
This month, Brooke will start her freshman year at Ignite Christian Academy® (ICA). A resident of Cartwright, North Dakota, Brooke is involved in speech and drama at her local school, and she is a dedicated violinist. This past year, Brooke impressed her friends and family by qualifying for state with her oral interpretation piece in speech. She also tied for fifth place at the state spelling bee.
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ICA Today Mailbag – Scheduling & Support
When transitioning a child from a traditional school setting to a distance learning program, a host of how, when, where, and why questions are created for families. This month, the ICA Today Mailbag highlights two frequently asked questions from new ICA parents.
Have other questions you would like answered in the next edition of the ICA Today? Submit your question today!
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Five Steps to Writing Successful Science Lab Reports
Have you ever heard your Ignite Christian Academy® (ICA) student say, "I don't mind the experiment, but I really don't know what to put in the lab report"? If so, then here are some effective strategies to help your distance learning student successfully write a science lab report:
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The Joy of a New Beginning
Do you remember how the beginning of a new school year brought the hope and thrills of a fresh start? I will never forget the excitement of my first day in a rural school with a fresh Big Chief writing tablet (I may be dating myself here), a new pencil, and a new box of 24 crayons.
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