LCA Stories

Last Thursday, February 13, 2025, LCA’s 5th graders proudly presented a check for more than $3,000 to Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana! This donation was made possible through their hard work at the Entrepreneur Fair held in November.

A special thank you to Faith Hacker, Kentucky Market Director for Make-A-Wish, for joining us to celebrate this incredible moment. We are so proud of our students for using their talents to make a difference! View the news story here.

Lexington Christian Academy is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mark Burroughs as the new 6th-8th Grade Assistant Principal. Mr. Burroughs has been a dedicated educator at LCA for more than 17 years, most recently serving as the 7th-grade geography teacher. In addition to his role in the classroom, he has also contributed to LCA’s athletic programs as a middle school and high school soccer coach. Read More Here

Earlier this week, Dr. Phil Johnson from Global Next: Research and Leadership Institute stopped by WKYT and Fox 56 to talk about the organization's impact. LCA has been blessed to partner with Global Next for the last several years and offer our students the opportunity to travel the world - gaining a global perspective while seeing the world through a Biblical lens.

Fox 56 Interview

WKYT Interivew
 

Following the retirement announcement of longtime Head Varsity Football Coach Doug Charles, Lexington Christian Academy (LCA) has named Oakley Watkins as his successor. Watkins, who has served as Associate Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator, brings a wealth of experience and a deep connection to the LCA football program.

“Coaching at LCA has been one of the greatest blessings of my life,” said Coach Watkins. “This program has meant so much to me and my family, and I am honored to continue its tradition of excellence. Coach Charles has been an incredible mentor, and I am grateful for his leadership, friendship, and unwavering belief in me. I look forward to building on what he started, investing in our student-athletes, and leading this program with faith, passion, and purpose.” Read More Here

After an extraordinary 45-year coaching career—including 25 years of dedicated service to Lexington Christian Academy (LCA)—Head Varsity Football Coach Doug Charles has announced his retirement, effective February 2, 2025. While stepping down from his role as head coach, Charles will continue supporting the program in various capacities, ensuring a smooth transition for the team and school community.

“It has been one of the greatest honors of my life to serve as the Head Football Coach at LCA,” said Charles. “Coaching has always been my ministry, a calling I have been blessed to fulfill. While this decision wasn’t easy, I know the time is right, and I have complete confidence in our coaching staff to carry the program forward.” Read More Here
 

LCA is delighted to announce that Mrs. Lea Clark has been appointed as the new 6th - 8th Grade Principal. Mrs. Clark has been a cherished member of the LCA family for 25 years, serving as a parent, teacher, and administrator. Her journey at LCA began 18 years ago when she joined as a 6th-grade science and history teacher at the Immanuel Baptist Church Campus. She later transitioned to teaching 8th-grade science in the junior high program before stepping into the role of Assistant Principal in 2021. Read More Here
 

LCA alum Thomas Stout ('17) returned to campus as a special guest during our High School Veterans Day Chapel last week. He's currently serving as a Black Hawk pilot in the Kentucky National Guard and credits LCA for building his character and faith that guided him on this path. Read more here.

LCA is pleased to announce the hiring of Coleman Marshall as Lexington Christian Academy's new Director of Admissions, effective January 13, 2025. Coleman Marshall, a native of Lexington and a proud 2006 alumnus of LCA, brings a wealth of experience, dedication, and passion to this role. Read More Here