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Dear Friend,
Jesus is on the move!
From new
teaching staff to facility improvements to scores of parent volunteers,
the Lighthouse Christian Academy is gearing up for the upcoming school
year and moving forward in the will and destiny of God.
Among other developments is the fact that we are now about one month away from our 4th Annual Fore the Students Golf Tournament,
which will be held on Sept 11th at the Malibu Country Club.
Participants this year are competing for $1000 in golf gift
certificates and a FULL page newspaper advertisement of their victory!
Participation also includes:
- gourmet box lunch from Le Grande Orange
- clubhouse dinner
- premier goodybag
- chance to enter a raffle to win a classic 1988 Mercedes 560 SL convertible! (see flier below)
So bring a
foursome or come by yourself and join a team. The cost to play is
only $125, the lowest it has ever been.
All proceeds will
go toward the LCA Scholarship Fund to provide students in need the
opportunity to attend the Lighthouse and grow in their faith in
Christ.
To register or for more information on becoming a hole sponsor or making donations visit our website at www.forethestudents.com
Also featured in this edition is a testimony from alumnus
Luke Czer. As you will see, Luke is a testament to what is
possible when a young man is willing to surrender his life and plans
into the hand of God. Anyone who knows Luke is very aware of the
blessings both he and all those around him have enjoyed because of his
faith.
We praise God for Luke and the many, many students like
him. They are what make the Lighthouse such a wonderful place in
which to work, serve, and live.
Sincerely,
Jack Mefford
Vice Principal
Lighthouse Christian Academy
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His story in the making
by Luke Czer -Class of '03
Luke shortly after graduating from LCA in 2003
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During my four years at the Lighthouse Christian Academy, I read many
short stories and novels in my English classes, but never would I have
guessed the outcome of my own story - a story still unfolding. I also
learned world history and American history. However, HIS story
in my life is still being written. Math and science formulas were
taught, but so were valuable formulas for life. It was an education of
a most comprehensive sort, one which addressed the spiritual, mental,
emotional, and physical aspects of life.
My time at the Lighthouse Christian Academy proved to be instrumental in
my development in the four aforementioned areas. There was an
unparalleled and uncompromising level of spiritual instruction soundly
grounded in the scriptures. Opportunities for mental development and
academics were many, and I would say that one of the most important
skills I acquired in this area was learning how to learn - something
that is transferable into countless fields of study and work.
Emotionally, there was a strong support system, whether it be from
fellow students, faculty, or staff, all benefitting from the small size
of the school. And, of course, the school was fraught with physical
activities, giving me the opportunity to participate in varsity
football, basketball, baseball, and track.
LCA was a school I wanted to give back to and during my college
years. I tutored countless students and also taught as a
substitute frequently. Shortly after I graduated UCLA in June of 2008,
I landed a job as an admissions officer in the undergraduate admissions
office at UCLA. During my time in the admissions office, I was able to
use my new knowledge and collaborate with LCA staff and faculty on ways
to improve LCA, especially in regards to direct
entry to four-year colleges and universities. This, in part, led to
major accreditation efforts which have come to fruition and still are.
More recently, it has led to goals of implementing honors and Advanced
Placement curriculum.
I can honestly say that, years ago, I would have never thought that I'd
be reading applications as an admissions officer for UCLA. While at
UCLA as a student, I majored in economics and also took all the various
pre-medical courses. My job in the admissions office did not seem
congruent with what I had studied as a student, but I knew it was the
right fit for a time. Recently, I stopped working for UCLA and am now
embarking on yet another journey that years ago was not even a thought.
I will be starting dental school this fall at Loma Linda
University. Whether it leads to general dentistry, oral surgery,
orthodontics, or something else is still yet to be determined.
As I am about to begin dental school at Loma Linda University, I am
excited to see what is in store for the Lighthouse Christian Academy. I
never would have guessed all the ways in which God has worked in my
life and will continue to do so. In the same way, the story of LCA is
being written and I kow God has great things in store. And who better
to write the story than the Author of Life. |
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Want to Help
We're
looking for community partners to help fulfill our mission of
transforming young lives through character, community and world vision.
Your involvement not
only enables us to better serve our students but can also open the door to God's abundant blessing in your own life and family.
You can help by:
- praying for us and our students
- committing to a monthly pledge toward our scholarship fund
- volunteering at the school or coming events
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referring us to your friends and co-workers
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follow us on Facebook 
Thank you for your partnership!
Lighthouse Christian Academy
1424 Yale St.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
phone: 310.829.2522
www.theLighthouseChristianAcademy.com
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