SCA is an independent, nondenominational Christian school serving over 660 preschool through high school students.  Established in 1989, the school has distinguished itself as a leader in private Christian education in the Midwest region.  SCA holds dual accreditation through North Central Association and Association of Christian Schools International.

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“Every year SCA recognizes a graduation student-athlete that exhibits excellence in athletics, academics and leadership.  This year Jared Gage was the recipient of the Eagle Award,” said SCA Athletic Director Jake Kates.  “Jared is truly a young man of tremendous character and athletic ability and we are proud that he is our Eagle Award Recipient.”

Pictured here are Jared Gage and Summit Christian Academy Athletic Director Jake Kates.

(Lee’s Summit) – Summit Christian Academy recently recognized Senior Patrick Love as the SCA Student of the Year.  Love has attended SCA for 11 years and plans to attend Southwest Baptist University in the Fall.  Love is the son of Aaron and Brenda Love of Lee’s Summit.

“SCA is truly blessed to have such an outstanding student like Patrick,” said SCA Administrator Linda Harrelson.  “He is a leader with tremendous integrity who strives for excellence.  It is very fitting that he would be named the SCA student of the year.” 

Summit Christian Academy (SCA) is an independent, nondenominational Christian school serving over 660 preschool through high school students.  Established in 1989, the school has distinguished itself as a leader in private Christian education in the Midwest region.  SCA is located on a 36-acre campus and holds dual accreditation through North Central Association and Association of Christian Schools International.

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Pictured here (front row left to right):  SCA Eagles Baseball Coach John Gage, SCA Senior Matthew Verschelden, and Debi Verschelden.  Back row SCA Athletic Director Jake Kates.

Pictured here first row left to right:  Rebecca McRoberts, Hunter McRoberts and SCA Soccer Coach Carlos McField.  Back row Vincent McRoberts and SCA Athletic Director Jake Kates.

Hunter scored 38 goals and had 18 assists in his senior year, and made First Team All-State, All-Kansas City, and Missouri-Western Region. He was also the Missouri-Western Offensive Player of the Year and All-Kansas City Offensive Player of the Year. According to Blue River, Hunter is this year’s most decorated recruit for the Trail Blazer Team.

“I’m very proud of the boys and the way they battled in sectionals.  I’m excited about watching them compete at state!” Athletic Director Jake Kates commented.

The team recently qualified for sectionals by taking second with a team score of 355 at the Class 2, District 7 tournament held on April 25.

The Eagles were led by Tim Cook in fourth place with a score of 83, followed by Adam Rafferty in seventh with a score of 87. Henry Stratton took 13th with a score of 92, Cameron Nichols placed 20th with a score of 97 and Joseph Lambert finished 35th with a score of 112.

“We are so proud of all our students. Hello, Dolly! was a huge undertaking but the cast, crew, and orchestra worked together to create a fantastic show,”  said SCA Theater Arts Teacher Emily Stam.  “We are excited to see their hard work recognized in this way.”

The Blue Star program recognizes outstanding achievement in musical theatre production and performance among high school students. The program’s goal remains bringing together high school musical theatre programs in metropolitan Kansas City and outlying areas to recognize and celebrate outstanding talent among the area youth.  By participating in the Blue Star Awards Program, students receive feedback from working professionals and interact on a creative level with their high school peers from across the metropolitan area.

“As always, I am so proud of our students. These nominations are truly a testimony to the hard work and dedication that each member of the cast and crew put forth from the first rehearsal to the last show!  We have amazing students at SCA!”  commented Lucht.

Pictured are SCA Theater Arts Teacher Emily Stam and Vocal Music Director Trissa Lucht with the Hello Dolly! cast, crew, and orchestra.

Pictured is Lock with Sue Ridings, youth division chair of the Eastern Jackson County Creative Writing Contest at the awards ceremony.

Mrs. Stiglic committed to teach at SCA before there was a place to meet and before there were any students.  She took a leap of faith, trusting that God was with the school and desired to be part of what He was going to do.  She jumped in wholeheartedly and has been an integral part of the SCA staff ever since.

That first year, Mrs. Stiglic had 15 students in a half-day Kindergarten class.  She saw the program grow quickly and soon was teaching one of three Kindergarten classes.  After teaching Kindergarten for 14 years, she moved up to 2^nd grade nine years ago.

Mrs. Stiglic helped lead the SCA staff through many changes, including expanding half-day Kindergarten to a full-day program.  She is a Master Educator who has a knack for bringing her classroom to life using her love of learning and a flare for the dramatic.  She has a reputation for bringing out the best in her students.  She loves them unconditionally and they know it.  As a result, they do their best for her.

Mrs. Stiglic has a love for the Lord that is contagious.  She is concerned about sharing the Gospel with her students and encouraging them to love, honor, and serve Him.  She is often heard complimenting a student for Christ-like behavior.

A gathering to recognize Mrs. Stiglic will be held in the elementary building at 1450 SW Jefferson on May 15 from 3:45 – 5:30 p.m. where refreshments will be served.  She will be honored for her 23 years of service to SCA students and families.  We invite you to join SCA in congratulating her and wishing her a fun and rewarding retirement.

“While I am happy that Mrs. Jane Stiglic will be enjoying relaxing mornings, time with her husband Jim, and lots of fun time with her grandson Jack, I am very sad to see her go,” commented Administrator Linda Harrelson.   “Mrs. Stiglic has played a vital role in the success of our program.  As our very first teacher, she welcomed every new teacher to our ranks and helped encourage, mentor, and lead our faculty through years of incredible growth.  She embraced new ideas, recognizing their value to the students that she loves so much.”

Mrs. Stiglic has been married to Jim Stiglic for 40 years.  Their son Steve followed in his mother’s footsteps and is a 3^rd grade teacher in the Ray-Pec School District.  Daughter-in-law, Sheri, was a 3^rd grade teacher at SCA for ten years and currently teaches a Pre-Kindergarten class.  Mrs. Stiglic will join the ranks of the SCA Golden Eagles Grandparent Organization next year, as grandson Jack joins SCA as a preschool student.  The school looks forward to her continued involvement.