Annual Report - Wake Christian Academy

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2010 Annual ReportPublished 1/14/2011

PrincipalsSandra Sauls

Elementary Principal

Larry HoxieMiddle School Principal

Wayne HelderHigh School Principal

Paul BlackwellAssistant High School Principal

DirectorsRicky Hering

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Ronnie JeffreysFacilities

Randy JohnsonAthletics

Tina ScribnerOperations & Technology

CoordinatorsPhilip Crane

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Jan EvansPublications

Becky MatthewsHuman Resources

Dawn RussellDevelopment

Dawn WhiteMissions & Summer Camps

Trent McKay

Trent Pierce

Jack Smith

Jimmy Cholerton

Carl KigerLarry Beaton

Donald Dickens

Rob Frechette

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Nondiscriminatory PolicyWCA admits students of any race, color, gender, national, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities accorded to students at the school.

On The CoverHomecoming 2010, Ms. Lucas’ Science Class, Grandparents visit on Veterans Day

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“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new” (II Corinthians 5:17).

“In Christ” is more than just knowledge of general information, understanding historical biblical teachings, or having a religious experience. In John 15, Jesus taught His disciples to abide in Him, grow in their faith, and produce spiritual fruit. Abiding can be defined as to remain, stay or reside. If the disciples were going to grow, they would need to continue living in daily obedience to Jesus’ teachings and commandments.

When Paul used the term in Christ, he had a similar expectation for the believers at Corinth. They had placed their faith and trust in Jesus Christ and needed to continue growing in Christ. The Gospel has not changed; we must accept that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, believe He paid for our sins, and repent of those sins. After this moment of salvation, we begin our life in Christ as a new creation.

When we were born again, our growth in Christ was not automatic. We were a baby in Christ, and the relationship had to develop. Just as a baby learns to trust and love its mother and father, we learn to trust and love Jesus Christ. This process takes place over the course of our lives and involves God’s Word, His Spirit, and His people.

The mission of Wake Christian Academy is to partner with the home and church to provide a Christ-centered quality education and to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ. We are part of this growing process, and each year we attempt to provide you a detailed review of the growth of our students, staff, and school.

The Annual Report is a summary of the events of the spring semester of the previous school year and the fall semester of the current school year. It is our annual report card to you. The document provides a look at each of the major areas of the school: spiritual, academic, fine arts, athletics, facilities, staff development, and finance. Using the 2010 Annual Report, re-flect on the spiritual and academic growth you have witnessed in your child during the last calendar year. You will also find information pertaining to re-enrollment for the 2011-2012 school year.

On behalf of our staff, I would like to thank you for allowing us the opportunity to assist you in teaching, training, and developing your WCA student in Christ.

In Christ,

Mike Woods, Administrator

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Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 3:13-14

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Dwight (‘87) & Denise (‘87) JonesBilly & Betty JonesJames & Linda KimbellEric & Kit LamRobert & Jeannie LeeSteve & Blenda LowtherEd & Wanda LucasMark & Sherry McComasTommy & Tammy McGeeAndy (‘81) & LuAnne McLambJenny Murray (‘81)Ron O’NealTim & Debbie ParrishJanice ParrishPatrick & Rhonda PattersonBill PickardDonald & Patricia PitchardRebecca ReinhartRonnie & Kathy RowellCharles & Beth RucciJoe & Francie SandersonAllen & Tina ScribnerTim Shepard (‘83)Sonshine Gymnastics, Inc.Guy & Regina SorrellErnie & Leigh (‘83) SteinmeyerOlin & Denise StewartJim & Christy StraightBrent & Margo SweitzerJim & Ina SytniakRob & Mindy Tatum -In Memory of Pete EspesethBill & Ruth VroegopJonathan & Christy (‘89) WallTom & Barbara WilliamsBrian & Kelly WilliamsEddie & Beatriz Williamson -In Memory of Aaron T. WilliamsonSam & Sylvia Winchester

Provided by your 2010 Annual Fund gifts and dedicated support.Thank you, WCA family and friends.

Total Gift and Pledges: $133,975.00

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But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. II Timothy 3:14-15

Graduating Seniors share . . . During the spring semester, each senior is given the opportunity to share his or her thoughts and feelings about WCA in an exit interview. These interviews are conducted by the HS Principal, Assistant HS Princi-pal/Guidance Counselor, and the Alumni Coordinator. The following are some of the results of those inter-views:

1) What do you see as strengths of WCA? Christian-friendly environment, caring teachers, bonding with classmates, Christ incorporated in all subjects, good course offerings, and up-to-date technology

2) What are the greatest improvements that you have seen while here? Underclassmen parking lot, stadium bleachers, new science equipment, new computers, air-conditioning the gym, schoolwide security system, and band program

3) Would you send your children to WCA? Seventy-four percent of the respondents said YES!

4) What one thing has impressed you the most about the school? The family atmosphere

The alumni office seeks to perpetuate that "family" feeling with activities and events that say, “You are still a member of the WCA family.” Illness and family deaths are acknowledged by cards, emails to advise class-mates, and visits. Prayer is frequently sought by graduates when difficulties and special needs come their way. We are thankful we can continue to minister to our students even after they graduate.

Class of 2010


Trey Michael (Class of ’90) attended WCA for twelve years. He is a Curriculum Specialist/CTE and was elected to serve as Vice-Chair of the Board of Trustees for the MBA Research and Curriculum Center, a national consortium of forty state education departments whose research includes developing curriculum standards and frameworks, assessment and professional development models for teachers in the areas of business administration, entrepreneurship, finance, management, and marketing (NCDPI newsletter).

Jake Behringer (Class of ’93) attended WCA for four years and recently graduated from Ross University School of Medicine at Madison Square Garden, NY in June. He attended the Ross University satellite campus on the island of Dominica in the Eastern Caribbean. Dr. Behringer plans to practice family medicine and has been assigned to Cheyenne, Wyoming, for his residency.

Sam Behringer (Class of ’96) a graduate of UNC-Greensboro, obtained his master’s degree in international studies from N.C. State University in May 2010. Sam taught English as a second language in China for two and a half years and speaks fluent Mandarin Chinese. He attended WCA for seven years.

Rob Fish (Class of ’96) graduated May 2008 with his MD from Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. Rob received his BS degree in zoology from NC State Univer-sity and his master’s in cell biology from ECU.Dr. Fish attended WCA for twelve years.

Ryan Swanson (Class of ’02) graduated May 2008 with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Campbell University School of Pharmacy. He completed a one-year executive residency in association management with the North Caro-lina Association of Pharmacists (NCAP). He hopes to pursue a career in administration with either a pharmacy associa-tion or a school of pharmacy. Dr. Swanson attended WCA for eleven years.

Jane Honeycutt (Class of ’03) attended WCA for nine years. She graduated in May 2010 with a Juris Doctor (JD) from William and Mary Law School, where she was the Articles Editor for the William and Mary Journal of Women and the Law. Jane passed the bar exam in June 2010 and was admitted to the North Carolina State Bar. She is presently an assistant district attorney in Mecklenburg County. Heather Broughton (Class of ’05) attended WCA for thirteen years and graduated summa cum laude from Elon University with a degree in human services. She is a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society and was awarded the Outstand-ing Senior Award for the Human Services Department. She is in Lexington, KY, where she plans to pursue law school. Heather worked diligently during her years at Elon to have the college approve an organization (HEART) which she started for grieving students. Jon Douros (Class of ’05) attended WCA for ten years, then Shaw University on a full athletic schol-arship (basketball), and graduated summa cum laude in December 2009. He was accepted into a PhD program at NC State University beginning August 2010, studying functional genomics on a full academic scholarship. He also works in a research lab at NC State.

Grace Hilliard (Class of ’06) came to WCA in the 7th grade. She graduated magna cum laude from NC State University in May 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and a minor in genet-ics.

Eric Jones (Class of ’06) graduated from NC State with a Bachelor of Science in material science engineering and a minor in Spanish. He is now in the research program of MIT, where he is plans to continue working on his doctorate. His research field is electronic nanotechnology. He attended WCA for two years.

Lindsay Kelly Weaver (Class of ’07) attended WCA her entire school career and is currently a student at Campbell University. She was selected student assistant cheerleading coach for the Campbell University Camels cheerleading squad.

Dr. Rob Fish & Laura3rd Year Residency / Radiology

Shands Hospital - Gainesville, Fla.

Jane Honeycutt Assistant District Attorney

Charlotte, NC

Eric Jones - MITElectronic Nanotechnology

Wake Christian has always been known for its scholastic requirements and achievements. Below are listed some of the accomplishments of WCA graduates:

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Advanced PlacementThe College Board’s Advanced Placement Program offers students the opportunity to take challenging college-level courses while still in high school and to receive college credit, advanced placement, or both for successful performance on the AP Exams.

For 2009-2010, 41 WCA students received suf-ficient AP scores to earn college credit. An AP Scholar is one who has taken at least three AP courses and scored a 3 or better on each test.

From the Classes of 2010 and 2011, six WCA students qualified for this honor by complet-ing three or more AP exams with grades of 3 or higher. These students were Shelby Bass, Ryan Buker, Rachel Couillard, Tyler Haight, Megan Larsen, and Will Newton. From the Class of 2010, two students qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. Gideon Gourley and Joseph Havey were recognized for this award.

For the 2010-2011 school year, WCA offers the following AP courses: AP Literature & Composi-tion, AP Language & Composition, AP Chemistry, AP Music Theory, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, and AP Calculus BC. Thirty-one percent of 11th graders and forty-three percent of 12th grad-ers are taking at least one Advanced Placement course.


Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. II Timothy 2:15

Guidance DepartmentThe Guidance Department’s role is to help each student prepare for the future. During high school, this is accomplished by guiding the student in course selection, monitoring the progress made in each course, and providing information concerning colleges and scholarships.

Mr. Paul Blackwell continues to oversee the Guidance Department responsibilities, which include accurate record keeping and providing students with the documentation necessary for college and scholarship ap-plications.

CurriculumDevelopment

WCA is continually studying its curriculum structure by examining and re-writing goals and objectives. A two-year plan is in its second year to revise the Social Studies curriculum.

During the 2009-2010 school year, all 9th and 10th grade students took World History. Begin-ning with the 2010-2011 school year, World History will continue to be taught in the 9th grade while Civics/Economics will be taught in the 10th grade. In addition, Honors Civics/Economics has been added to the curriculum. Tenth grade students now have an additional honors course as an option.

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WCA - ACT Average Test ScoresYear ACT Top 10% ACT Top 25% ACT Total Class %2007 27.50 25.69 21.802008 25.33 25.40 21.572009 26.83 25.80 21.582010 28.43 26.47 22.59

Four Year AveragesACT Top 10% ACT Top 25% ACT Total Class %

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About the Class of 201076 Graduates

31 in Beta Club (41%)34 had a GPA of at least 4.0 (45%)

Graduates were offered over $ 1 millionin scholarships and grants

2010 Graduates are attending:Appalachian State University

Campbell UniversityCape Fear Community CollegeClearwater Christian College

East Carolina UniversityEast Tennessee State University

Johnston Community CollegeHarding UniversityLiberty UniversityMars Hill College

North Carolina State UniversityOlivet Nazarene University

Taylor UniversityThe Master’s College

University of North Carolina at CharlotteUniversity of North Carolina at GreensboroUniversity of North Carolina at Wilmington

Wake Technical Community CollegeWayne Community College

Western Carolina University

For a complete listing of colleges attended by WCA graduates, go to www.wakechristianacademy.com and click on About Us.

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Cassia Lewis


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As faculty continue to evaluate goals and objec-tives, four questions must be answered:

1. Are the students achieving the appropriate learning for their age and grade level?

2. Does the material in one grade prepare students for the next level?

3. Are there gaps in the curriculum?4. Are we achieving the level of excellence God

expects?

One of our WCA seniors, Meagan Keziah, has been

recognized as a semifinalist in the 2011 National Merit Schol-arship Program. Almost 1.5 million students took the PSAT in 2009 and 16,000 were named semifinalists. "The National Merit Scholarship Program honors individual students who show exceptional academic ability and potential for success

in rigorous college studies" (www.nationalmerit.org). Meagan will continue in competition for one of 8,400 National Merit Scholarships to be awarded in the spring of 2011.

From the Class of 2010, Cassia Lewis was nominated

for one of NC State’s top honors, the Park Scholarship. She was also nominated for the Morehead-Cain Scholarship at UNC. In addition, Cassia was named Student of the Month by the West Raleigh Exchange Club.

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So, as for those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Colossians 3:12

“Put On a Heart of Compassion”The mission of Wake Christian Academy is to partner with the home and church, to provide a Christ-centered quality education, and to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ. While many of our students are involved in some type of outreach through their local churches, the Missions Coordinator desires to build upon that founda-tion and encourage our students to be “other-centered” at school as well. Each grade participates in a different ministry outreach during the school year. Many lives are touched by the care and concern demonstrated by our students throughout the community.

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The kindergarten classes visit Carillon Assisted Living, and the first graders spend time at the Garner Senior Center. Each year the children make special cards and sing songs or quote Scripture while there. The men and women always enjoy the smiles and energy of the little ones.During computer class, Mrs. Burke assists each fourth grade student in creating a word search puzzle for the men and women who participate in the Golden Oaks program at the YWCA in downtown Raleigh. Each class is responsible for devotion time at the YWCA. Students sing songs, share testimonies, and quote scripture. Follow-ing the devotion and worship time, those who are able venture outside for exercise.The fifth grade classes assist with our clothing, food, and toy drives during the school year. These students help with sorting, collecting, and delivering various items to our part-ner ministries. This year we partnered with“Shoes4Souls” in Raleigh as well as “With Love from Jesus” dur-ing the January clothing drive. Hundreds of articles of clothing and shoes were collected for the needy in our area. The food drive collection totaled over 2,600 pounds of non-perishable items. All items were donated to the Raleigh Rescue Mission and Garner Area Ministries. Mrs. Carr’s 5th grade class assisted by weighing and boxing each item of food for delivery, as well as delivering the boxes to each ministry.Can you imagine not receiving a single toy during the Christmas season? There are many children in the Raleigh area who do not receive any toys at Christmas. Mr. Bob, missionary with Child Evangelism Fellowship, holds Christmas Party Clubs each December. Volunteers donate time and toys to make these events a success. WCA elementary students collect approximately 300 toys for children. During these clubs, Mr. Bob shares the gospel and many children and adults trust Jesus Christ as personal Savior.The second graders create Easter/spring cards to deliver to the Garner Senior Center. While there, they sing songs and are able to visit with the men and women. The director always requests for us to come back sooner rather than later.Throughout the school year, the third grade students participate in a pen pal ministry called GrandPals with some of the residents of the Windsor Point Retirement Center in Fuquay. At the end of the school year, the students visit with their GrandPal and have a time of refreshments. It is encouraging for these senior adults and students to finally put a face with the letters they have received.

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Each year, CEF Missionary Bob Fowler spends a week with the 7th-8th grade students teaching them how to use the Wordless Book as a witnessing tool. Students are given the opportunity to volunteer at the N.C. State Fair and help Mr. Bob at the Good News Express trailer. Around 60 students take this opportunity to be bold wit-nesses for Christ and share the Good News of Jesus.“With Love from Jesus” provides clothing, food, and household items to the needy in our area. The seventh graders enjoy working with this ministry. They perform a wide variety of jobs such as stocking shelves, hanging donated clothing items, and checkout.Sixth grade students enjoy the time spent at the Laurels of Forest Glenn Rehab Center. Playing games is the high-light for some of the residents. The students are in charge of game time and make new friends in the process.

Fourth Grade Missions


“My food,” said Jesus, “is to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work. Do you not say, ‘Four months more and then the harvest’? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest.”

John 4:34-35

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The junior class ministered this year by helping with set-up for the CEF Spectacular event in August as well as volunteering at Durham Rescue Mission’s “Back to School Party,” while the sophomores visited North Raleigh Ministries several times. Students were a huge help at the thrift store in North Raleigh and spent their time stocking items, cleaning up, and sorting donated mate-rials.Christian Library International exists to glorify God by providing books, Bibles, and other Christian resources to adult and youth inmates for the purpose of knowing and serving Christ. Several groups of freshmen volunteered at CLI during the year. Kathleen Skarr, Executive Director of CLI, commented, “Thank you so much to you and all the students from Wake Christian Academy for…putting our newsletter mailing together. You all did an awesome job; and quite possibly set a record for completing the task! We really appreciate your time and effort and servant hearts…your partnership is a blessing.”The seniors helped with clean-up at New Life Camp in North Raleigh. While their students worked in the gym, at the outdoor vol-leyball court, and around the cabins. It was a time for not only working to show Christ’s love but also to grow together as a class.

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The spring sports teams volunteered at Miracle League during their sport sea-son. Each athlete is assigned to be a “buddy” to one of the baseball participants. This organization provides children the opportunity to play baseball regardless of their physical abilities. Our athletes come away with a better understanding of how special we all are to the Lord.The fall sports teams worked during the CEF Spectacular Event held at the N.C. State Fairgrounds. Each team was assigned a particular area to monitor through-out the day. Team members helped serve sno-cones and popcorn to the hungry children. Other teams helped with the games or clean-up. Over 8,100 children and adults attended this event, with 175 praying to receive Jesus Christ.

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This year’s Mission Outreach Benefit (MOB) partnered with missionary Jim Gardner to help raise funds for Camp META in Mexico. The Gardners are in the process of purchasing land to house a permanent camp facility for their ministry. Jim is a 1986 graduate of WCA and has been serving the Lord in Mexico since 1992 with his fam-ily and children. Our school has always demonstrated an attitude of selfless giving, and this year was no different. To spark the interest of our students, the elementary and primary grades were challenged to be part of a competition. Each grade was given a money collec-tion bucket, and the first to fill it received an ice cream treat during lunch. It was a tight race, but the first grade and third grade classes reached the top before anyone else. Each class is to be commended for their selfless giving.

A new feature was added to the activities of the day. Children under 12 years of age were encour-aged to sign up for the Kids’ Fun Run. This ¾ mile loop around campus began shortly after the 5K run/walk and featured Mrs. Gore, Mrs. Sprowl, and Mr. Sullivan as team leaders. Each participant received a finisher medal upon completion.The overall male winner for the 5K race was Aaron Carr of Hillsborough. He set a new course record with a time of 18:55. Stacy Zotter of Ra-leigh led all females in the 5K and also set a new course record with a 23:11 time. Congratulations to all of the winners! The total amount raised for Jim Gardner was $7,439.28. Jim and his family are very grateful for the interest our school has demonstrated in missions. For more information on the ministry of Jim Gardner and Camp META, go to www.campmeta.com.

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Some of our faithful runners from the 2010 MOB 5K


It came even to pass, as the trumpeters and singers were as one, to make one sound to be heard in praising and thanking the LORD; and when they lifted up their voice with the trumpets and cymbals and instruments of music, and praised the LORD, saying, “For he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever:” that then the house was filled with a cloud, even the house of the LORD.

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The Fine Arts Department of WCA provides an opportunity for students to perform and use their talents for the Lord. Art, band, drama, home economics, handbells, strings, choral groups, and music theory are pro-grams available to our students:• Art and General Music are included in the enrichment classes for Kindergarten - 5th grade. • Elective Choral groups begin in 3rd grade. • Band, Strings, and Chimes begin in 4th grade. • Drama, Home Economics, and Handbells are available in middle school.• AP Music Theory is usually taken in 11th or 12th grade.

Music is mentioned many times throughout the Scriptures. Over 1150 verses in the Bible reference words which are related to music. Whether it’s vocal or instrumental, music is obviously important to God! Our mission in the Music Department is to foster an environment that trains our young people to serve God through music. As we work to prepare pieces for our concerts and competitions, nurture the spiritual growth of our singers and instrumentalists, and create an atmosphere of fun and fellowship, we are building skills for a lifetime of service to our Savior. In all things, our ultimate purpose is to emphasize the preeminence of Christ in life and learning, while equipping students for ministry in their homes, their churches, and through-out their communities.

Praise Team 2010 meets weekly during third period for Bible study and practice which has really brought the team together. It is always amazing when God works in student’s lives, and this group has grown both spiritually and in numbers as they’ve sought to lead the student body in worship through music.

Drama students continue to develop their skills in Reader’s Theatre and other types of dramatic interpreta-tion. As their skills improve, their confidence increases. Performing in Chapel and competitions further pre-

pares them to use their theatrical gifts for God’s glory.

Home Economics classes allow students to learn life-skills such as cooking and sewing, which prepares them for independent living as they get ready to head off to college or the workforce.

Band continues to thrive and expand. Spring 2010 saw the formation of a Winter Color Guard and Winter Drumline. WCA Symphonic Wind Ensemble received its first-ever “Superior” rating at Fine Arts in 2010 and finished second in the state. Wake Christian Academy Marching Bulldog Band participated in four different competitions in the fall, performing their halftime show, “It’s a Mystery,” which included music from several classic mystery themes. The show closed by asking the question, “Amazing love, how can it be, that You, my King, would die for me?” The Marching Bull-dogs had a unique opportunity to share this message of Christ’s love at four different public school venues,

attended by literally thousands of people. They were rewarded for their efforts: • Marching Bulldogs – 1st place trophy in Visual Effect; 2nd place trophy in General Effect, and 2nd place

trophy in Music• Color Guard – 1st place trophy; three 2nd place trophies• Percussion Line – 2nd place trophy• Band – three 3rd place overall trophies in their division

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I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore. Psalms 86:12

High School Strings played for the C12 Christian Business Organization's annual banquet held at Raleigh Country Club in February. They also play every year at the Carolina Christmas Show in December. MS and HS Strings each attended a NC Symphony rehearsal to watch professionals in action. All four string classes played for the WCA Art Museum this past May, featuring mostly classical music. It is always a joy to play for this event!

Middle and High School Bells and Choral groups celebrated their artistic achievements this year with the spring concert “Once upon a Time.” The

concert featured many stories, including “Phantom of the Opera” and a tribute to fairy tales, but it concluded with that most important story of Christ’s future return to earth to claim His church. The final song, “Days of Elijah,” brought the house down! What a great tribute to the power of music as it relates to God’s kingdom. Annual retreats for the high school groups drew them closer in their walk with God, as well as fostering a

true spirit of cooperation as they worked together to prepare concert music. In NCCSA competition, all groups received Superior ratings, and the High School Chorale and Combined Choir brought home first place trophies.

Elementary Elective Choral groups held two concerts; one was in December, celebrating the birth of our Savior. The concert traditionally ends with the favorite, “Happy Birthday, Jesus,” which always leaves our audience wiping a few tears. Our spring concert was filled with music highlighting the power of our indescribable God. The Chorus and both large and small Vocal Ensembles all competed well in the NCCSA Fine Arts competition, earning a Superior rating.

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WCA Art students traveled to Ancient Greece at the beginning of 2010. Each school year a specific style, era, or art group is chosen by the Art Department as the focus for all art classes. Students learned about Greek mosaics, repoussé, sculpture, pottery, and other art forms from that time period. High School and Middle School art students participated in the NCCSA Fine Arts Competition in March 2010. Entries covered many mediums: oil painting, watercolor painting, printmaking, photography,

acrylic painting, crafts, and more.

Middle School ribbon winners were: Monochromatic Draw-ing - Carol Anne Radcliff, 2nd place; Polychromatic Draw-ing - Michael Hoxie, 2nd place; Crafts - Austin Kay, 2nd place; Sculpture - Kevin Webb, 2nd place; Anna Pruzan, 3rd place.

Our annual Art Museum was held on May 14, 2010, and was a great success. Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Broadwell enjoyed dressing the part in Greek costumes. Visitors were treated to Greek food and music as they browsed the museum. Each art student had at least one piece on display, totaling over 500 wonderful works of art. Children and adults also had the opportunity to make a mosaic using foam tiles.

The start of the 2010-2011 school year brought the art focus forward in time as we began to study illustration. The theme for the year is Caldecott Illustration Winners. Since 1938, the Caldecott Award has been given to the best children’s book illustration each year. Our stu-dents are learning about drawing and illustrating, as well as enjoying reading the winning books in class. We hope to have each Caldecott book from 1938-2010 available in the art room for the students to see and read.

Wake Christian was represented at the NC State Fair by 17 art entries from all three schools.

The following students received recognition from the judges for their out-standing work: • Kaitlin Palmer• Josee Mitchell• Josh Eisbrenner• Reese Buffaloe

Middle and high school students visited the NC Museum of Art to see the Norman Rockwell Exhibition, as well as to tour the museum’s other offerings. Rockwell’s famous paintings inspired our older students to appreciate illustration and learn from viewing the works of a master in that field. It is the goal of the Art Department to introduce all of our students to the joy of telling a story through art and to use the creative talents that God has given them.

When they lifted up their voice with the trumpets and cymbals and instruments of music, and praised the LORD, saying, For he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever. . . then the house was filled with a cloud, even the house of the LORD.

II Chronicles 5:13

Gayle Davis Melissa BroadwellVisual Arts

Rebakah Lee 12th Grade - 1st Place

State Fair Recognition

Kaitlin Palmer 10th Grade - 2nd Place


Christmas Card contest entries for Christmas 2010Congratulations to the following students whose Christmas artwork was chosen for our WCA Christmas cards this year.

I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore. Psalms 86:12

Carol Anne RadcliffMonochromatic

Anna Pruzan - Sculpture

Rebekah Howard 8th Grade - 1st PlaceMichael Hoxie - Polychromatic

Kevin Webb - Sculpture

Austin Kay - Crafts

Bri Fanning, 5th Joel Bell, 1stAnne Stewart Collins, 1stGrace Youngblood, 5th

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During the summer of 2009, a team of 40 individuals consisting of parents, alumni, and staff met to develop a 3-year comprehensive plan for WCA. They identified the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats with respect to the school’s mission, resulting in seven objectives that are the focus of our efforts and energies during the duration of this plan.

Objectives: Spiritual Issues, Discipline, Finance & Development, Facilities, Quality Employees, Academic Standards, and Student Opportunity S t r a t e g i c P l a n

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And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him. Colossians 3:17

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CAMPUS BLEACHER PROJECTIn 2006, WCA began planning a project that was clearly needed and would affect the WCA family and many of our visitors to campus. It was decided that after decades of service, the wooden outdoor bleachers would be retired, and the gym bleachers would receive a facelift and additional safety equipment. The cost of this project would be too large for a single fundraising event or budget-ary item, and the time to install or construct would be greater than could be accommodated in a single summer. These two factors contributed to approach-ing this project using a multi-phase plan: • Phase 1 - Replacement of bleachers on west end of the home side and the

installation of the foundation for the bleachers on the east end of the home side was completed in the summer of 2007. The new bleachers are alumi-num and elevated for better viewing of the field.

• Phase 2 - Replacement of bleachers on the east end of the home side was completed in the summer of 2008. Now the entire home side has new bleachers that are aluminum, handicap-accessible, and elevated for better viewing of the field.

• Phase 3 - The gym bleachers underwent renovation in 2009. Handrails, aisles, and enclosing boards were added for safety. The bleachers were also refinished and motorized. In addition, new aluminum bleachers were installed at the softball field.

• Phase 4 - The final phase consisted of the removal of all outdoor wooden bleachers and the addition of new aluminum bleachers at the baseball field.

The completion of the campus bleacher project took four years at a cost of $187,818. Each phase of the project was paid for in cash and will benefit the school family for years to come.

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Top Dawg Sponsors*Buffaloe Lanes

**Carolina Copperheads

**Missionsports

**ABC SanitationBall & Minor, CPA

Capital Refrigeration, Inc.Carolina Benefits & PlanningChristopher K. Abbott, CPA, PA

Cover My FloorsDonnie Brown Home Improvement

Fast Lube Plus, GarnerFirst Advantage Realty

Grocery Boy Jr.Hamilton Machine Works

Horse Creek FarmJohn D. Adams & Co CPA

Johnson Optometric AssociatesKnox Auto Sales

Layton’s CateringLoop Road Auto Parts

McGee Builders, LLCMcLamb’s Auto Shop & Salvage, Inc.

Mid-Way Baptist ChurchNew Covenant Equipment Co. LLC

Parents of Ronnie HatfieldPierce Building Co.

Pierce Landscapes & Nursery, Inc.Post & Pickets

Prince FarmsPro-Mow Equipment Sales

Quickill Pest ServicesSport Clips Garner

T. L. Williams Grading

* Elite Sponsor

** Premier Sponsor

STUDENT-ATHLETES AT THE NEXT LEVELKatherine Helder (’10) - Clearwater Christian College; soccer

Emily Buffaloe (’09) - Piedmont Baptist College; volleyball and basketballKendra Kassonie (’09) - Cedarville University; softballDavid Keel (’09) - Johnston Community College; golf

Sean Willingham (’09) - North Greenville University; baseballDane Carroll (’08) - Greensboro College; footballZach Hicks (’08) - Chowan University; basketball

Krystin Moore (’08) - Barton College; softballErica Buffaloe (’07) - Piedmont Baptist College; volleyball and basketball

Brittany Floyd (’07) - Baptist Bible College; volleyball

COMMISSIONER’S CUPWake Christian Academy won the NCCSA 3-A Division Commissioner’s Cup this past year for the ninth consec-utive year. The Commissioner’s Cup is an award that honors overall varsity athletic excellence by awarding points based on each school’s finish in regular and post-season play, along with points for any sportsman-ship awards that may have been won during the year. The school that accumulates the most points from the

spring sports season through the following winter sports season wins the Cup. The combined record for all the sports teams during this time period was 199 wins, 132 losses, and 5 ties (59% winning percentage).

ALL-SPORTS TROPHYWake Christian Academy won the All-Sports trophy again this past year for the tenth consecutive year. This trophy is given by the Capital Christian Middle School Conference and is patterned after the Commissioner’s Cup that is awarded to schools based on varsity com-petition. The All-Sports trophy honors overall athletic excellence within the CCMS by awarding points based on each school’s finish in regular and post-season play.

The school that accumulates the most points from the spring sports season through the following winter sports season wins the All-Sports trophy.

WINTER SPORTS 2010 REVIEWVarsity Boys Basketball (11-9)Varsity Girls Basketball (6-13)JV Girls Basketball (10-4) JV Boys Basketball (10-6)JH Girls Basketball (5-12) JH Boys Basketball (11-6) * #2 CCMS tournamentCombined record: 53 wins / 50 losses

SPRING SPORTS 2010 REVIEWVarsity Baseball (17-9) *1st in conference *2nd- NCCSA 3-A State FinalsVarsity Golf *3rd in NCCSA central division Varsity Girls Soccer (10-6-2) *3rd in NCCSAVarsity Softball (16-6) JH Baseball (15-1) *CCMS conference tournament champions JH Softball (11-2)JH Girls Soccer (15-0) *CCMS tournament championsCombined record: 84 wins / 24 losses / 2 ties

FALL SPORTS 2010 REVIEWVarsity Boys Soccer (12-10-1) *NCCSA 3-A State Champions JH Boys Soccer (16-2-2) *CCMS championsVarsity Volleyball (7-15) JV Volleyball (4-14)JH Volleyball (14-5) *1st in CCMS tournamentVarsity Football (5-6) JV Football (4-6)Cross-Country Girls *NCCSA Cross-Country State Champions (3 yrs. running) Cross-Country Boys *2nd in State FinalsCombined record: 62 wins / 58 losses / 3 ties

WCA Sports - share a little love through missions!

CEF Spectacular - Varsity football, volleyball, and JV volleyball teams Miracle League - Varsity baseball, softball, girls/boys soccer teams Mission Outreach Benefit 5K Run - Varsity golf team “Birthday Parties for Jesus” CEF - Varsity boys and girls basketball teams

Valentine cards to area children’s hospitals - (HIS Radio) Varsity cheerleaders

SHRINE BOWL 2010Sterling “STORM” Baker

is the first WCA student athlete to be invitedto participate in the annual Independent Schools-Oasis

Shrine Bowl, which was played on Nov. 26, 2010.

• All-Conference Baseball 2010• All-Conference Football 2010• All-State Football 2010

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Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. I Thessalonians 5:16

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Ms. Sandra Cooper was selected 2009-2010 Elementary Teacher of the Year. After teaching elementary students at WCA for 24 years, Ms. Cooper began a new phase of her life in retirement. During her tenure at WCA, she maintained a passion for imparting knowledge to her students. Ms. Cooper demonstrated her love for the Lord through her commitment to WCA and her students. Drawing upon her vast experience, she used many methods to motivate her students to learn Bible, math, science, history, and reading skills. She consistently integrated God’s Word into her teaching and desired to have her students see Christ in her. One of her colleagues said, "Ms. Cooper maintained a high standard, and her students consistently worked to meet them. She expertly wove God’s Word into all subject areas.”

Ms. Sandra Cooper

2010 Teacher of the Year

Mr. Dennis Hensley was selected 2009-2010 Middle School Teacher of the Year. He completed his first year teaching middle school science at WCA. His approach to the subject has created a passion that is contagious among his students. In the fall, he organized an activity that allowed students to observe the wonders of God’s heavens through several high powered tele-scopes. He daily demonstrated a care and concern for the spiritual and aca-demic needs of his students. Mr. Hensley also used his teaching talents to coach the boys in junior varsity football , junior high basketball, and to as-sist the girls on the junior high softball team. According to a fellow teacher, “Mr. Hensley always has a willing heart to do anything needed. He requires hard work from his students in the classroom and his athletes on the field.”

Mr. Dennis Hensley

Ms. Wanda Lucas was selected 2009-2010 High School Teacher of the Year. She has served at WCA six years. During this time, she has taught Physical Science, Biology, and Bio-Tech. As a teacher, Ms. Lucas is willing to listen to her students and provide godly counsel. She is professional in the class-room and seeks to demonstrate those skills for the student government leaders through her involvement with the high school student council. One of her colleagues noted, “Ms. Lucas absolutely loves her students and genu-inely desires to see them grow, not only in their knowledge of the sciences but also in their relationship with Christ. She works very hard to do her best in the position God has placed her. Her dedication to being the best teacher she can be has encouraged me to keep working hard. She is a godly woman and a fantastic teacher.”

Ms. Wanda Lucas


Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.

Ephesians 3:20 –21

NCCSAScience Faculty WorkshopLast June, Wake Christian Academy hosted the first annual NCCSA Science Faculty Summer Workshop. Dr. Joe Haas, President of NCCSA gave a warm wel-come to the participants. In the first gen-

eral session, Dr. Lucy Brock discussed the goals and focus of the workshop and was followed by Mr. Ken Kovarik, who presented important facts on safety in science classrooms and laboratories.

The goal of the science workshop was fellowship, instruction, and collaboration among science teachers in Christian schools. It fo-cused on providing Kingdom education, preparing students to be godly leaders in science, and equipping teachers to execute God’s vision for their schools.

In the biological sciences labs, participants genetically modified bacteria and analyzed DNA. In the physical sciences labs, partici-pants analyzed chemicals, demonstrated and graphed accelera-tion, and worked with motion sensors to evaluate gravitational forces. Most of the labs incorporated computer-based data collec-tion and analyses.

More than thirty teachers from fifteen schools around the state met for two days of lab activities, discussions, fellowship, and col-laboration.

NCCSA SoutheastChristian School ConventionThe faculty of Wake Christian Academy joined 2,500 Christian school teachers from Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina for a tri-state convention September 29 - October 1 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The theme of the conference—With Com-passion, Making a Difference—was interwoven in the messages of the general session speakers and the workshop leaders. With 140 workshop topics to choose from over the three days, each person was able to attend sessions pertinent to their academic level of interest. One teacher commented, “This convention was one of the best. I was encouraged spiritually, received practical ideas to implement in my class, and was blessed by my co-workers’ fellow-ship.” The Wake Christian team returned energized and prepared to make a difference.

Professional Seminars• Essentials of Human Resources Law 2010• Love and Logic Institute, Inc. – Practical Solutions to

Today’s Most Common Teaching Challenges• Microsoft Office 2007 • MillsWyck Communications – Powerful, Persuasive

Speaking • National Women’s Leadership Forum• NC Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Law• NCCSA Administrator Conference • NCCSA 2010 Staff Development – The Leadership

Paradox • NCCSA Science Faculty Workshop• Orton-Gillingham Introduction Course – Instructing

Students with Dyslexia• Southeast Christian School Convention

Advanced Degree Programs Administration and faculty are enrolled in Masters and PhD programs at the following universities:

• East Carolina University• Liberty University• North Carolina State University• Shepherds Theological Seminary• Southern New Hampshire University

Annually, the faculty and staff of Wake Christian Academy participate in continuing education classes to enhance their academic credentials, maintain their teaching certifi-cation, or simply to develop new educational skills. During 2010, our staff participated

in multiple forms of continuing education, including the traditional classroom setting, online classes, living history activities, and telecommunication seminars. In order to satisfy the requirements for continuing teaching certification, each teacher must complete approximately twenty hours of instruction per year. Below is a sample of programs and organizations through which faculty completed continuing education during the past year:

Continuing Education ClassesEast Carolina University

• Exceptional Child in the Classroom• Technology in Education

Teacher Training Online• Bible Doctrine 1&2• Philosophy of Christian Education 1&2

Continuing Education


My God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Philipians 4:19

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Tina ScribnerDirector of Technology

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In order to function at optimal performance, our human bodies need to be taken care of from the inside out. The same concept holds true for technology. In order to operate and perform at our best, WCA requires a strong infrastructure.

Technology infrastructure at Wake Christian Academy is composed of equipment, communication lines, and software that support education and administrative operations. It is critical to maintain and develop innova-tive technologies and methods for ensuring a strong infrastructure suited to the specific education programs and operating environment at WCA. The focus of technology during the 2010-2011 school year has been the inside, or infrastructure.

Although many of the changes are visible—including replacing computers in the elementary and middle school labs, along with adding more computers in individual classrooms—many changes are behind the scenes. For example, we upgraded wiring in sev-eral buildings, tripled our capacity and speed on the Internet, consolidated and moved servers to a central location, upgraded all switches to increase internal processing, improved communication software, and implemented a new e-mail and calendar system.The accomplishments of the past year might be hard to see, but the foundation they support on the inside and the results on the outside help advance educa-tional and operational opportunities.

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Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. Psalms 127:1

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Ronnie JeffreysDirector of Facilities

Improvements and Renovations around Campus• Completed the installation of an Energy Management System campus-wide for heating and

cooling efficiency• Replaced all interior lighting campus-wide for better lighting and higher efficiency• Renovated the middle and high school lockers• Replaced the roof on the maintenance shop shed• Purchased three chair storage racks for the primary auditorium• Purchased 300 folding chairs for the middle and high school auditorium• Painted the exterior of “A” and “B” buildings• Relocated the Human Resources office to provide more privacy• Expanded the Publications Department to provide greater efficiency• Constructed a new mechanical room to securely house the school’s computer servers• Landscaped the playground to allow for proper drainage• Installed a central station monitoring fire alarm system• Created a bus training class for all drivers of WCA buses

MS/HS Lockers

Interior LightingCentral Alarm System

Exterior PaintingPlayground

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But we request of you, brethren, that you appreciate those who diligently labor among you, and have charge over you in the Lord and give you instruction and that you esteem them very highly in love because of their work.

1 Thessalonians 5:12

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Annual FundIn the summer of 2009, over forty parents, teachers, alumni, and administrators met together to develop a strategic plan for the next 1,000 days of Wake Christian Academy, poising us to enter the approaching decades serving families and children. During that historic meeting, we examined a multitude of meth-ods to fund the future advancement of the mission of WCA. As a result of much prayer and research, we kicked off the Unite for One Purpose Annual Fund Campaign in October 2010.

The Annual Fund is a recurring yearly program that allows families to give as they are able through one-time or monthly gifts. These funds will implement initiatives identified as crucial to our school’s improvement and advancement. The benefits of using the Annual Fund include: • No loss of instructional time to students• Significantly less volunteer overhead• Classroom and school facility improvements • Families and the school receiving the full benefit of the donation, as WCA is a 501(c) 3 charitable

organization

Our Board, teachers, and staff know the sacrifice that each of you makes, and we value our partnership with your family. We believe that the Annual Fund will make a difference in the lives of 914 current stu-dents and the next generation of students who will attend WCA. As of December 31, we have received$ 133,975.00 in gifts and pledges and have been able to begin implementing some of our initiatives.

The initiatives for the Unite for One Purpose Campaign are:

Transportation - $45,000 Providing safe and reliable vehicles is critical for our students and staff to experience learning oppor-tunities outside the classroom. The addition of a new 14-passenger bus will assist in transporting our students and staff to and from academic and athletic competitions, field trips, and mission events.

Classroom Technology and Professional Development - $50,000 Your support will make a difference as we continue to equip and customize classrooms with LCD projec-tors, interactive classroom assessment tools, and math advancement programs, providing multimedia teaching and additional learning opportunities. You will also be assisting the school in providing inno-vative, subject-specific, professional development for teachers. Professional development will provide teachers with additional tools and skills to enhance the student learning opportunities.

Campus - $40,000 Security on our campus is a priority. The installation of additional exterior lighting and security cam-eras around our facilities will improve overall visibility.

Need-Based Tuition Assistance - $65,000 Tuition assistance opens the doors for a student to receive a Christ-centered, quality education. An independent third party reviews a family’s financial resources and recommends the amount of tuition assistance (up to 25%) to be awarded to applicants. All awards are need-based and not contingent upon ability or merit. Families are required to apply annually. Wake Christian is currently providing assistance to 95 students representing 52 families.

For more information on how you can invest in the future of WCA go to http://wakechristianacademy.com/BuildingAFuture/AnnualFund or contact Mrs. Dawn Russell at [email protected].


“Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things.” Galatians 6:6

Passive FundraisingThank you for participating in Passive Fundraising. Wake Christian Academy benefits from your everyday shopping. For example, Harris Teeter and Target donate a portion of your bill to WCA. This year we received $2,050.80 from Harris Teeter, $1,121.42 from Target, and $1,001.72 from Chick-fil-A Spirit Night. WCA also receives cash back from the Box Tops we turn in each year. This year we received $2,268.76 from our Box Tops collections.

Super SaturdayFor many years Wake Christian Academy has annually celebrated a day of Christian fellowship fondly known as Su-per Saturday. April 17, 2010, was an exceptionally SUPER Saturday for WCA family, visitors, and friends! One might ask, “What made this one particular Saturday “super”? To begin with, the Lord blessed this event with warm sunshine and record attendance. WCA’s campus was transformed into an exciting carnival atmosphere, filled with entertainment and merriment for kids of all ages.

Upon entry into the main campus, large inflatables (Ironman obstacle course and Kong slide, bungee run, batting cage, football toss---to name a few) were seen on the soccer field. The parking lot became a midway for the dunking booth, hayride, numerous carnival games, blood drive, and Sheriff-sponsored canine and ID kid kits. In addition, a carwash was sponsored by the WCA football team. The sounds of Wake Christian’s Fine Arts Department’s band, hand bells, orchestra, and chorale performances reverberated as shoppers scurried around, trying to find the best deals at the WCA 600-family-spon-sored yard sale. Smells of pizza, Zaxby’s, Chick-fil-A, nachos, apple fritters, coffee, Dippin’ Dots, roasted corn, hotdogs, and hamburgers wafted through the air.

Approximately 40 vendors took part in sharing WCA’s special day by selling crafts, novelties, and a good deal more. The exciting addition of Puppy Paws (an area dedicated to children ages six years and younger), located behind the elementary building, was introduced. Puppy Paws hosted the incredibly popular pony rides, barrel train rides, Speedway inflatable and pedal karts. Wake Christian’s hallways featured an Education Expo that displayed proj-ects and achievements by students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The WCA Auction occurred simultaneously with the carnival and was located in the gymnasium. The auction was stocked with beautiful baskets overflowing with fantastic theme items: weekend getaways, spa pack-ages, birthday parties, and Chick-fil-A for a year! Auction proceeds this year were over $20,000. These funds were used to install new aluminum bleachers that will be used for soccer, baseball, and football games.

Super Saturday is a day of family rec-reation, cheery faces, laughter, friendship, fundraising, and unity as Christians. It is also a day of opportunity in which we are able to demonstrate the love of Christ to our neighbors and friends by inviting them to be part of the event. That is why this one particular Saturday sponsored by WCA was “super”! Make plans now to attend both WCA’s Super Saturday and Auction planned for April 2, 2011. You’ll experience firsthand the enjoyment this day has to offer.

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“For I know the plans that I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.”

Jeremiah 29:11

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Ricky HeringDirector of Finance

Re-enrollment information is vital in our preparation for the new school year. Re-enrollment commitment allows the school to secure the appropriate number of teachers during the spring for the upcoming year. In addition, we are able to begin ordering curriculum and supplies and scheduling classes.

• Early Re-enrollment - $100 per student if paid by February 25, 2011• Standard Re-enrollment - $200 per student beginning February 28, 2011.

Please indicate choice of payment plans on the re-enrollment form:

• Pay annual tuition in full by April 29, 2011, directly to Wake Christian Academy ($100 discount per student for choosing this option)• Enroll / Re-enroll with FACTS to pay in 10 or 12 monthly installments with a draft on either the 5th or 20th of the month.

Tuition includes the following:

• Academic classes and academic services• Student accident insurance (school-sponsored activities on and off campus)• One yearbook per student• K-5 and Elementary – Field trips, crafts and other curriculum-related activities• Middle School – Field trip, Fall Festival, T-shirt and end of-semester activities• High School – Field trip*, Homecoming and class T-shirt *NottoincludetheJuniororSeniorclasstrip

Tuition per student for the 2011-2012 school year:• Kindergarten $5,400.00• Elementary $5,800.00• Middle School $6,100.00• High School $6,400.00

Total Revenue 2009/2010 - $5,153,525 Tuition 90.45%Athletics 2.72%Other Revenue 2.99%Re-enrollment / Application Fees 2.24%After School Care 1.60%

Total Revenue 100.00%

Total Expenses 2009/2010 - $5,300,538 Compensation & Benefits 61.94%Capital Improvements & Depreciation 8.13%Athletics, Yearbook, FA’s & Student Services 6.85%General Expenses / Overhead 4.70%Facilities Maintenance 3.73%Utilities 3.40%Books & Curriculum 3.21%Principal & Interest 3.11%Insurance 2.83%Computer Services 2.10% Total 100.00%

Avg MonthlyExpenditures

Salaries & Taxes $ 243,259Insurance 30,216Electricity 9,955Telephone 2,341Fuel (Propane) 974Water 461

If you have any questions relating to the information presented, please contact Ricky Hering at 772-6264, ext. 248, or by e-mail to [email protected].

TUITION ASSISTANCEWake Christian Academy offers need-based tuition assistance for families who have been enrolled at WCA for at least one year. Fami-lies who qualify can receive up to 25% of the tuition amount. To complete an applica-tion for financial assistance, go to the WCA website and select Parents/Financial. Click on the link to FAST on the bottom portion of the page. Applications must be submitted by April 1, 2011

Consider how you can partner with theFranklin Pierce Educational Foundationin the following areas:1. Pray for the ministry and leadership of Wake Christian Academy. 2. Make a tax-deductible gift to the Franklin Pierce Educational Foundation. 3. Sign up for a $25, $50 or $100 monthly tax-deductible contribution to the Franklin Pierce Educational Foundation. 4. Donate your time or talents to assist the foundation with our Annual Golf Tournament on May 2, 2011. 5. Consider the benefits of donating appreciated securities, property or deferred gifts.

Franklin Pierce Educational FoundationP.O. Box 37337 Raleigh, N.C. 27627 919-772-6264 (ext. 378)

www.franklinpiercefoundation.org

Franklin Pierce Educational Foundation Financial Report

July 2009-June 2010

IncomeBeginning Balance $ 2,634.00Gross Revenue 35,410.00Total Revenue 38,044.00

ExpensesBank Charges $ 72.00Golf Tournament 1,897.00Occupancy, utilities, and maintenance 596.00Printing, publications, postage, and shipping 681.00Professional Services 2,400.00Supplies 26.00

Total Expense $ 5,672.00

Total given to Wake Christian Academy $ 26,500.00

In 1967 Franklin Pierce began serving as the first administrator of Wake Christian Academy, a position he held for over 23 years. A visionary with a servant’s heart, Mr. Pierce was intent on providing a Christ-centered education for every student regardless of the family’s economic situation. The Franklin Pierce Educational Foundation was established in his memory as a charitable organization. The foundation’s primary goal is to promote and fully fund the financial aid endowment, which provides funds for the annual need-based program available to eligible families of Wake Christian Academy. These families must be enrolled at WCA for at least one year before applying. Their application is submitted to an independent company for evaluation. Qualifying families may receive a maximum of 25% tuition assistance. The grant is for a single school year, and families must apply and qualify each year. For the 2010-2011 school year, WCA has granted $125,000 in assistance, allowing over 90 students to attend WCA.


Chapel

Middle/High School ChapelPastor Tom Wagoner was welcomed as our Winter Revival speaker at the beginning of the semester in January. He is the Senior Pastor of Central Baptist Church in Dunn, NC, and is certainly no stranger to our school. He genuinely de-sires to allow the Holy Spirit to work through him to connect with our students and bring about conviction and change in their lives.

Our first service began with Pastor Wagoner’s definition of revival: when God breathes new life into a person so much so that others see the difference. His message focused on Matthew 7 and was titled “The Secret Life of the Ameri-can Teenager.” He pointed out that even in the time of Jesus (as well as in our day), there were many living “secret” lives—people who professed to believe in Christ, but were not truly saved. Even one of the twelve disciples was an un-believer. Others were saved but chose not to live as believers. Pastor Wagoner challenged each student to examine his/her life to determine if he/she was living in secret.

On the second day, he spoke from the book of Joel on “Change and Revival.” He listed four things that will produce a revival:

1. Confess all known sin – The believer must keep himself clean and pure by confessing sin immediately. 2. Lay aside every doubtful habit – As the believer makes a conscious effort to live a life free of doubtful habits,

he will begin to have increased opportunities to serve the Lord. 3. Obey the Holy Spirit promptly – Whether one is told to witness or do another work for the Lord, it should be

done right away. 4. Confess Jesus publicly –The believer is told in Scripture to be ready to answer any man of the hope he has. 5. As Christians “fall in love” with Jesus all over again, true revival will occur.

On the final day of revival, Pastor Wagoner continued preaching from the book of Joel. In this book locusts had stripped the land and taken away the joy of the people. In Joel 2 they finally cried out to the Lord. An assembly was called as the people returned to the Lord with broken hearts. Seeing their brokenness, the Lord showed compassion toward them and promised to do great things for them. True revival occurred in the hearts and lives of the people

in Joel’s day because they were willing to confess sin and obey the Lord right away.

Martin Rennie, the head coach of the Carolina Rail-hawks, encouraged us to use our talents to serve the Lord. He has been given many opportunities to share his faith with various soccer teams and counts it a privilege to honor God this way. Coach Rennie com-mented, “There is nothing greater than fulfilling your purpose in God.”

Pastor Kyle Sullivan spoke on growing in grace as a believer. Our spiritual growth is a process. God has given His Word to us and will change us through the power of the Holy Spirit. Second Peter 3:18 encour-ages us to grow in grace and in the knowledge of the Lord.

WCA Administrator Mike Woods enjoys sharing with the students. He begins each new school year with a les-son on what chapel is, why we need it, and why chapel at WCA may not look like our church. With over 150 local churches represented at WCA, there are going to be differences in styles of preaching and worship. As believers, we can learn to enjoy the differences without compromising doctrine.

August 2010 marked the beginning of a new school year, and with that came our Fall Revival. Pastor Jim Harmeling centered his messages around the school’s theme verse for the year, 2 Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.” Pastor Harmeling sought to answer two questions: “New Creation: What does it mean?” and “What does a new creation act like?” Students were given a bookmark containing several Scripture references identifying who they are in Christ. Before

Give unto the Lord the glory due his name; worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. Psalm 29:2

Pastor Tom Wagoner

Praise Team


salvation, the unbeliever is a child of wrath. After salvation, the believer becomes a new creation in Christ. Because we are a new creation, our life will evidence the change inside. We are then to be controlled by the love of Christ and live with a sense of mission and purpose.During chapel this school year, students are learning about the attributes of God. Pastor David Frye of Calvary Baptist Church brought a message on the faithfulness of God. He emphasized the fact that God is faithful in propelling His Word into and through us. He is faithful in protecting His people, prospering His own, and providing direction for our lives.

Youth Pastor Jonas Harley of Catawba Springs Christian Church in Apex spoke on the wisdom of God. He defined wisdom as “knowing and choosing the best means to the best end.” He shared three characteristics from Romans 11:33-36 concerning God’s knowledge and wisdom: it is infinite, infallible, and incomprehensible. Chapel at WCA is a great time for students to learn more about the Lord and wor-ship Him “in spirit and in truth.”

Elementary Chapel “Chapel is my favorite.” “I love the stories about “Inky, Stinky, Winky, and Blinky!” “How did Ms. Jane Poole do that?” “I prayed and asked Jesus to be my Savior.” These comments were made by children after elementary chapels this year. The weekly chapel time allows students to be impacted by community missionaries, pastors, and youth leaders who share our school’s vision of Christ’s preeminence in

life and learning (Colossians 1:18). Mr. Gary Hallquist wrote the theme song based on II Corinthians 5:17 as a gift to our school.

The faculty, administration, and students also participate in chapel. Students’ spiritual growth and godly character are highlighted during weekly chapel awards. As new creations in Christ, the students are growing in humility, kindness, reliability, honesty, self-control, encouragement, thankfulness, patience, generosity, and respectfulness.

Ms. Jane challenged the students as CSI agents to examine the evidence recorded in God’s Word and to “Read It, Learn It, Live It, and Share It.” The students were encouraged not to be “lazy listeners.” The reliability of the Word of God was presented to the students by Mr. Mike Woods. He focused on the Four Spiritual Laws, demonstrating the principle of trust by having a student fall backward as he caught him.

Pastor Craig Hamlin shared a message on kindness using roleplay as Mephibosheth receiving the privilege to eat at King David’s table. Mr. Larry Hoxie taught a lesson on prayer, emphasizing the need to ask God what He wants us to do and then do it. An object lesson on prayer using our hand illustrated what we should talk to God about

(thumb, our friends; pointer finger, those who point you to Christ; middle finger, thanks and praise; ring finger, the sick and unsaved; pinkie, yourself).

Our art teacher, Mrs. Gayle Davis, has illustrated a story that her assistant, Mrs. Broadwell, has written—and the tale is now published!

It all started a few years ago when Mrs. Davis be-gan collecting old stuffed animals and dolls that no one wanted. The idea for the book was born last year, and after months of work and changes, the result is a pleasantly appealing book entitled Eustace and the Ugly Sisters.

In chapel, Mrs. Davis drew a picture of Eustace, the main character. The inspiration for this en-dearing little creature with big round eyes comes from a neglected stuffed animal she found at a craft store. While the students watched the artist at work, Mrs. Melissa Broadwell read the story about love, friendship, and value. It reminds us

that God loved us first and He loves us best—because we are His!

Each chapel is a time to consider God’s command from Ephesians 4:22-24: Put off concerning the former manner of life the old man . . . . and put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness. Chapel is a time for students to grow as new creations in Christ.

Ms. Jane Challenges Students

Mr. Woods - Elementary ChapelEustace Illustration by Ms. Davis

Open HouseFebruary 2-4, 2011

10:00am until 2:00pm

Questions: Contact Phil Crane919-772-6264, ext. 223

WCA Theme for 2010-2011

Super Saturday Contact Person:Dawn Russell

919-772-6264, ext. [email protected]

Volunteers welcome!

April 2, 2011

Puppy Paws PlaylandSpecial play area for children under 5 years

Super Saturday

Carnival (9am until 3:00pm)Silent Auction (9am until 1:00pm)

Huge InflatablesHay RideMoon BouncePedal Carts Cake WalkCarnival Game BoothsBarrell Train RideFace PaintingFood Court Chick-fil-A Breakfast 7:00amCoffee & Beverage BarWCA Fine Arts Stage PerformancesSand Art Table

• 600 Family YARD SALE @ 7:00am• American Red Cross BLOODMOBILE• VENDOR FAIR 9am until 3:00pm

Super Saturday provides a time of fellowship for our school family, outreach opportunities within our com-munity, and allows school classes and groups to raise money for special wishes.

Vendors interested in showcasing products or services should contact Lesa Howard at

[email protected] deadline: March 1, 2011

Wake Christian Academy’sMOB-5K Run/Walk

April 16, 2011www.runnc.com

Family Fun-Runand

A Mission OutReach Benefitpartnering with Global Evangelism Ministries (GEMonline.org)

Thursday, 1/277:00 PM

$10.00/person

Friday, 1/287:00 PM

$10.00/person

Saturday 1/296:30 PM

$25.00/person

Presented by the Senior ClassLicensed by Music Theatre International (421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019)

Book byThomas Meehan

TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED BY CALLING 919-772-6264 or e-mail [email protected]

Senior Advisors: Barbara Williams, Melvin Duckenfield, MaryAnn Martin, & Cindy Davis

CastTaylor AdamsShelby Bass

Catherine BowersZach BradshawMeredith BrownMichael Brown

Matt CarrollCharity Davey

Music byCharles Strouse

Lyrics byMartin Charnin

Original Broadway Production Directed by Martin CharninPresented on Broadway by Mike Nichols

Based on “Little Orphan Annie”By Permission of Tribune Media Services, Inc.

Originally Produced by The Goodspeed Opera HouseMichael P. Price, Executive Director

Grayson DavisJayna Duckenfield

Avery HenningMorgan IveyKatie LucasSara Mathis

Chris PittmanLacey Price

Katie ReillyJosh SchafferSarah ScribnerJacob SeboldSarah Stallings

Mary Rachel VincentAmanda WesleyAllison Williams

Presented by the Class of 2011Wake Christian Academy

7:00 PM(Doors open @ 6:30 pm)

$10.00 / Person

Annual Report - Wake Christian Academy

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