Hinkson Christian Academy

Family Christmas 🎄
Last week we held our annual Christmas show - a time to celebrate the end of the semester, the skills we gained, sing carols, and wonder what is Christmas really all about. Thank you to all families and guests who joined us!

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Basketball! 🐺🏀
Our players practiced hard to prepare for the first game of the season - which is today! We will share some highlights in the stories. Stay tuned!

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If we were to write a review of our school play, it would look like this:

The production of Arsenic and Old Lace is a classic black comedy by American playwright Joseph Kesselring, known for its witty plot and vivid characters. In our school theatre’s performance, it gained new colors, acquiring a special warmth and liveliness.

Our director, Mr. Youngford, did an excellent job of preserving the atmosphere of a light and slightly mysterious comedy. Special attention was given to the expressiveness of the acting, which is especially important in a play with elements of comedic horror. The young actors successfully conveyed their characters, from the kind and cozy old ladies to the more eerie yet humorous figures.

Special recognition goes to the actresses portraying the grandmothers — their facial expressions, intonation, and charisma made the characters not only recognizable but truly alive. The boys and girls in smaller roles also performed well, contributing to the feeling of a living, breathing theatre.

The set design and costumes were created with great attention to detail, helping the audience immerse themselves in the atmosphere of an old house filled with charm and a touch of mystery. Soft lighting and simple yet stylish props enhanced the overall effect of the production.

We are eagerly looking forward to the next performances by our theatre!

Special thanks to Mr. Young for the incredible photographs.

It’s Lab Time! 🔬🧪
8th&9th grade Science class offers a variety of hands-on labs and real-world scenario discussions. Our new teacher, Mr. Sunday, leads students on a whole-year academic adventure to discover truths about the “how” and “why” of this world.

We are Thankful! 🍁
This year, our staff thanksgiving celebration is a bit early, but our hearts are already full of thanks for the things we are able to have. We are thankful for each teacher and administration member. We are thankful for each family and each child that is a part of the Hinkson community. We are thankful for all the people across the globe who care and who pray for Hinkson. May this year be full of new blessings and new thanks! 

The National Beta Club is an exclusive club that recognizes high academic achievements, excellence in character, fosters leadership skills, and encourages service to others. This year, Hinkson Beta Club members are serving BBBS - Big Brothers Big Sisters charity that works with orphanages and supports orphan graduates. We are so happy our students choose to serve those around them! 💛🖤🧑🏻‍🎓

Last Saturday we had our annual Fall Festival!🍂
Under Ms. Gouzev’s leadership, HCA’s Student Council (StuCo) Fall Festival continues to be the largest open-to-all event of the school year. Families had fun, students gained leadership skills, teachers provided hands-on learning experiences, and our visitors were blessed by warm hospitality and a positive atmosphere. What was your favorite part of the Fall Festival?

Earlier this month we have completed another round of MAP testing 💡 MAP stands for “Measure of Academic Progress”, and these tests do just that. Students receive a score which measures general knowledge, but they also receive a score which measures growth since the last testing cycle. When teachers review MAP scores, they are also provided with key academic targets for each student. This allows them to tailor instruction to student needs 🍏

We couldn‘t have asked for a better start to the school year! Our annual Hinkson Picnic & 5K brought our community together for a good run, home-made food, and fellowship — a strong foundation for the community for the school months ahead. 🍔🏁🤝 What do you prefer?