LCA Stories

Lexington Christian Academy (LCA) is pleased to announce the appointment of two distinguished individuals, Lee Howard and David Samford, to its Board of Directors. Both men bring a wealth of professional experience, a passion for Christian education, and a strong commitment to the LCA community. Read More Here

Amanda Gault attended LCA for 13 years and graduated in 2019. She then studied at the University of the Cumberlands where she received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Arts, and most recently, her MBA. Amanda currently serves as the Young Alumni and Volunteer Engagement Coordinator at University of the Cumberlands. Read more here.

Wes Strunk attended LCA for 12 years and graduated in 2009. He fondly recalls his time at LCA, highlighting the supportive community and lifelong friendships formed through soccer and other activities. Wes earned degrees in civil engineering and business from the University of Kentucky before embarking on a successful career in engineering consulting. Wes married fellow LCA alum Alison Braun ('11) in 2015. Read more here.

LCA alum Alyssa Albornoz ('22), currently a communications student at Asbury University, has recently returned from an unforgettable experience at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Alyssa was one of over 100 students from the Asbury University Communications Department who had the unique opportunity to work at the prestigious global event. While there, she was tasked with assisting a camera operator at the golf venue. Read More Here

Hillary Thornton Smith attended LCA for 13 years, beginning in kindergarten and graduating in 2008. Hillary married fellow LCA alum Max Smith ('08) in 2015, and they have two children who attend LCA - Hadley and Charlotte. Read more here.

Lexington Christian Academy (LCA) announced today it will be hosting the 2nd Annual eCampus.com Bowl on Friday, September 6 at the White Greer & Maggard Stadium. Bowling Green will square off against Bryan Station at 6:00pm, and LCA will take on Pikeville at 8:30pm. 

"We are honored to once again sponsor such a special event that will showcase four of the top football programs in Kentucky," said Matt Montgomery, President and CEO of eCampus.com. "This is a fantastic opportunity for our community to come together to enjoy a showcase of talent from around the Commonwealth and support our student-athletes as they exhibit their skills, determination, and sportsmanship." Read complete press release and find all the event info here.

LCA is pleased to announce Brett Setzer as the school's new Board Chair and Jason Gabbard as a new Board member. Read More Here

LCA alums and siblings, Ellie Ransdell (’17) and Will Ransdell (’20), had a memorable spring when they both graduated from the University of Kentucky. Ellie and Will credit LCA for preparing them for college, both academically and spiritually. Read more here.