LCA Stories

LCA is announcing upcoming leadership transitions at the Immanuel Baptist Church Campus, reflecting the school’s ongoing commitment to excellence in educational and spiritual development. Mrs. Emily Lavender Hawk, who has served as Assistant Elementary Principal since the 2022-23 school year, will be stepping down as of April 25, 2025. In response to this transition, LCA is pleased to introduce a new leadership structure designed to better serve students and families. Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, LCA will have two elementary assistant principals dedicated to supporting students, families, and teachers. Mrs. Ashley Ford will serve as Assistant Principal for TK-2nd Grades, and Mrs. Angie Taylor will serve as Assistant Principal for 3rd-5th Grades. 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
 

Ella Deaton, an LCA 8th grader and member of the LCA Softball team, is known not only for her skills on the softball field but also for her dedication to causes close to her heart. This year, Deaton’s involvement in the annual Lexington Alzheimer’s Walk, held on October 20, 2024, at the Kentucky Horse Park, took on a new and deeply personal meaning. She recently lost her great-grandmother to Alzheimer’s, a loss that has strengthened her commitment to raising awareness and funds to help end the disease. Read Article Here

Congratulations to Harper Collins, LCA 4th grader, who was this year's recipient of the White, Greer and Maggard Orthodontics Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to a student who exhibits exemplary behavior and outstanding achievement in areas such as kindness to others, good citizenship, and service. Read More Here

We are saddened to share that our beloved teacher, Kathy McKnight, passed away after a long battle with cancer. Kathy worked at LCA for almost ten years and was a much loved and respected high school math teacher.  While we are heartbroken over her passing, Kathy leaves behind a legacy of strength, perseverance, and professionalism. Her love for the Lord and dedication to her students, her LCA colleagues, and our school have made a profound impact on others and on Christ’s kingdom. Kathy will be deeply missed.  Please pray for Kathy’s family, as well as the family she formed with LCA and other prior school communities. Read the complete tribute here.

Service Emphasis Week, which was held at both campuses from April 15-19, was more than just a series of events; it was a collective effort to amplify the spirit of giving. Throughout the week, students, faculty, and staff came together to emphasize the importance of serving others, both within our school community and beyond. Read More Here

Coach Pete Akatsa, passed away on October 7, 2023 after a long battle with cancer. Pete worked at LCA for more than 25 years and was a respected teacher and soccer coach. He coached not only for LCA, but also for many sports programs in our community. While we are heartbroken over his passing, Pete leaves behind a legacy of character, strength, and perseverance. His love for the Lord, compassionate heart, contagious smile, and sense of humor made an impact on everyone he worked with, taught, or coached. Read More Here

We’re so proud of our LCA alum, Mason King ('12), CEO of the local non-profit Jubilee Jobs of Lexington, a key part of Lexington's new Second Chances Program. The program was launched on June 27, 2023 and aims to set inmates up for successful futures when they get out of jail. Thanks for being an incredible leader and example of service, Mason! We love seeing our alumni actively making an impact in our community. Check out the news story here.