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Dear Providence Christian Academy Family,
As we turn the page on another busy month at Providence Christian Academy, we’re continually encouraged by all that God is doing in the lives of our students. From joyful learning moments in the Lower School to the growing sense of leadership and purpose in our Upper School, there is much to celebrate.
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This month’s newsletter places a special spotlight on our Upper School—sharing glimpses of how our older students are learning, serving, and maturing in faith. While our usual focus often rests on the younger grades, we hope you’ll enjoy this chance to see what God is building in the next generation of PCA leaders.
Thank you for your continued prayers, support, and partnership in this work. Each of you plays a part in shaping the heart and mission of our school community.
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Upper School Outreach Concert
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On Sunday evening, October 26, our Upper School Chorus (grades 7-10) hosted a special Outreach Concert at Providence Moldovan Baptist Church in Greenfield. The evening featured worshipful music, a devotional, and a time of fellowship over refreshments.
Some students from grades K5-6 joined in as well, adding joyful voices to a program that celebrated faith, community, and God’s goodness. Families and guests from local churches filled the sanctuary for an evening of encouragement and praise.
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A highlight of the night was hearing from senior Emily French, who shared how Providence Christian Academy has impacted her life over the past two years. Emily spoke about how she has found PCA to be a place where she feels seen, heard, and part of a family – a meaningful change from her previous school experience. She also expressed
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heartfelt thanks to the Providence Moldovan Baptist Church congregation for their faithful financial support that makes the ministry of the school possible.
Following the concert, everyone gathered for fellowship and a delicious spread prepared by the ladies of Providence Moldovan Baptist Church, featuring cheeseburger sliders, hot dogs, fresh fruit, veggies, and lemonade. Their generosity and care made the evening even more special.
It was a wonderful night of song, testimony, and fellowship – a reminder of how the Lord continues to work through our students and school community to bless others.
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Upper School Field Trip to the
Living Stones Foundation
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Our upper school students (grades 6–12) took a field trip to the Living Stone Foundation in Leominster, MA – a beautiful property where Scripture is engraved on stones of all shapes and sizes.
Co-founder and host Carol Tellier welcomed us with a tour and shared how this ministry began. Students walked through the grounds, reading verses etched into stone and reflecting on how each one points back to the solid truth of God’s Word.
The Living Stone Foundation, established in 2000, exists to share the Gospel through the visual reminder that God’s Word endures. Many of the stones were once discarded pieces from quarries, now reclaimed and engraved with verses that encourage and inspire visitors.
It was a peaceful and meaningful day for our students to see faith made visible – and to be reminded that Christ is our firm foundation.
We are grateful to Carol for her hospitality, her story, and the time she spent with our group. We also want to express our thanks to all the teachers and parents who helped make this trip possible.
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PCA Soccer:
A Season of Growth and Grit
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The PCA Wolverines wrapped up their fall soccer season with a record of 2–2, marking a strong finish for a young and determined team. This year’s roster included 12 players from grades 6–9—ten PCA students and two homeschoolers—led by captains Mark Lashtur and Caleb Jiminez.
It was a season of learning, endurance, and teamwork as most of our players were new to playing full-size games. Despite that challenge, the team showed remarkable perseverance and growth with every match. In both of their wins, the Wolverines held their opponents scoreless in the second half, demonstrating impressive focus and improvement. Even in their final game, they fought back from a 7–2 halftime deficit to outscore their opponents after the break and finish 8–5.
Top goal scorers included Mike Taran with 9 goals (including two hat tricks), Caleb Jiminez with 4, and Mark Lashtur with 2. Assist leaders were Natan Volosenco with 2, and Mike Taran, Mark Lashtur, and Simona Placinta each adding 1. In goal, Caleb Kimberley made a total of 53 saves, averaging over 13 per game.
Throughout the season, Game Ball honors went to Jack Krueger, Caleb Kimberley, Mike Taran, Caleb Jiminez, Mason Shepherd, and Zadok Kopec—each recognized for their leadership, skill, and effort on the field.
The Wolverines not only grew as athletes but also as examples of Christian character. Their sportsmanship, teamwork, and grace under pressure were a testimony to their faith and to the values we strive to build at PCA.
We’re proud of each player and grateful for the season’s success—and we’re already looking forward to volleyball this winter and ultimate frisbee in the spring!
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The Wolverine’s soccer season ended with a celebration and a parent vs student soccer match!
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Sixth Grade Science: “My Tree” Project
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Our sixth graders recently wrapped up their science chapter on plants and trees with a creative hands-on project called “My Tree.” Each student chose a tree to research and created a display highlighting its unique features, growth needs, and role in God’s creation.
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To share what they learned, the sixth graders presented their findings to the second and fourth grade classes. The younger students enjoyed hearing fun facts, asking questions, and seeing the variety of trees represented – from lemon trees to graceful maples and cottonwoods.
It was a great way for students to connect across grade levels and to celebrate God’s design in nature together. The sixth graders did an excellent job teaching, presenting, and showing enthusiasm for learning!
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Hands On Learning in
Sixth Grade SMArt Class
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The sixth grade SMArt class has been busy exploring creativity and teamwork this month! SMArt – short for Science, Math, and Art – combines hands-on learning across subjects to help students see how creativity and problem-solving connect.
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Under the guidance of Mrs. Kristan Keiderling, Upper School Lead Teacher, students have been learning the basics of sketching, experimenting with watercolors, and collaborating on group projects. Each activity encourages them to think critically, work together, and express their ideas through art inspired by science and math concepts.
It’s interactive learning at its best—a great blend of discovery, creativity, and teamwork!
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Middle School Life Science Lab in Action
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Our seventh and eighth graders have been hard at work in Life Science class, where hands-on activities and group projects have made lessons even more meaningful. Using the BJU Press Life Science text as their guide, students have explored the structure and function of living things through interactive learning and practical application.
Throughout the fall, the class has completed a variety of labs designed to deepen understanding and build collaboration. Students have worked together to solve problems, design model cells, and carry out experiments that connect directly to their textbook studies. These projects have encouraged teamwork, curiosity, and confidence as students apply what they’ve learned to real-world examples.
The Life Science lab has been a lively place of discovery this term—filled with observation, discussion, and growing enthusiasm for God’s intricate design in creation.
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Buddy Activity: The Joy of Friendship
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Our school theme this year is The Fruit of the Spirit, and each month we focus on a different fruit together. This month’s theme was Joy, and our buddy teams had a wonderful time celebrating it!
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Students from younger and older grades paired up for a creative and fun morning of activities designed to build connection and laughter. Each buddy team created a sticker self-portrait together, adding colorful details that showed their personalities. They also enjoyed games like tic-tac-toe and other “get to know you” challenges that encouraged conversation and teamwork.
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It was a joyful reminder that true happiness comes from relationships—both with God and with one another. Seeing students smile, share, and create together was the perfect reflection of our theme for the month.
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Fourth Grade Science:
Exploring Electricity and Magnetism
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In science this month, our fourth graders explored the connection between electricity and magnetism. After learning how electric current can create magnetic force, students put their knowledge into practice by building a simple electromagnet.
They were eager to test their creations and see firsthand how the flow of current could make an ordinary nail attract paper clips and other small objects. The lesson sparked plenty of curiosity and discussion as students discovered how science helps us understand the world God designed.
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It was an exciting experiment that combined learning, discovery, and teamwork—all with plenty of smiles and “wow” moments along the way.
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From Applesauce to Arctic Animals:
Pre-K Highlights
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It’s been a full and joyful month in Pre-K! Students have mastered all five vowels—A, E, I, O, U—and are learning to recognize numbers 1–6 through songs, games, and their favorite “singing bell” activity. They especially enjoy spotting vowels in their names and singing their new vowel song together.
In Language Development, the class explored topics beginning with A, including ants, apples, Africa, and Arctic animals, even acting out creatures like the Arctic Fox and Lemming. Writing practice has helped strengthen fine-motor skills, and students are showing steady progress each week.
Character lessons have centered on attentiveness, self-control, and obedience, reminding students that good choices bring joy to others. In Bible Time, they studied Noah and Abraham and learned memory verses from Genesis, John, and Psalms.
A favorite moment this month was making homemade applesauce to celebrate the letter A—a fun and tasty way to learn together!
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As we close this month, we reflect on our school theme—The Fruit of the Spirit—and the fruit we’ve been focusing on throughout October: Joy.
True joy isn’t something that depends on what’s happening around us. It’s rooted in our relationship with Jesus and the assurance of His love and presence in every season. When our hearts are centered on Him, joy naturally overflows into the way we treat others and how we approach each day.
Our students have been learning that a simple way to remember this is through the acronym J.O.Y.—Jesus, Others, You. When we put things in that order, life finds its right balance. Joy grows when we put Jesus first, serve others with love, and keep a thankful heart for all He’s given us.
May this fruit continue to grow in our school community as we learn, serve, and rejoice together in all that God is doing at Providence Christian Academy.
Blessings,
Linda Temby
Principal, Providence Christian Academy
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November Prayer Points
As we enter a season of gratitude and reflection, we give thanks for God’s continued faithfulness to our school community. Please join us in prayer this month for the following:
Health and Strength – Pray for renewed health and protection for our students, staff, and families. Many in our community have faced illness or physical challenges in recent weeks. May the Lord bring healing, rest, and peace to every home.
Provision and Stewardship – We’re asking God to meet ongoing needs within our school and to guide us in wise stewardship of every resource. Specifically, please pray for the provision of a 14-passenger van to serve our students and expand opportunities for ministry, athletics, and outreach.
Hearts of Gratitude – As Thanksgiving approaches, may our students and families grow in gratitude and generosity, reflecting the joy that comes from giving and serving others in Jesus’ name.
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches
of His glory in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:19
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