PCA ALUMNA SELECTED FOR NCSAA ALL-AMERICAN GIRLS 1ST TEAM
07/09/08
The NCSAA (National Christian School Athletic Association) announced the Girls' Varsity Winter/Spring Soccer 2007-08 Teams. The NCSAA All-American Team selected Alyssa Palmacci, class of ’08 for 1st Team NCSAA All-American girl's soccer team.
The NCSAA recognizes athletes from private Christian schools across the country. Congratulations Alyssa!
SUMMER READING ASSIGNMENTS
06/17/08
Lower School Summer Reading Requirements
Middle School Summer Reading Requirements
Upper School Summer Reading Requirements
RECEPTION HONORING PHYLLIS SPAIN
05/27/08
As many of you know, Phyllis Spain will be leaving Prestonwood Christian Academy to return to public school as a result of God’s call.
Mrs. Spain served an integral role in building the Middle School program at PCA which has resulted in the fruit we enjoy today. I know you have come to respect and appreciate Mrs. Spain as we have for how she allowed God to use her in this ministry. Her heart and passion for PCA, the church and Christ are evident in all she does and are indicative of her leadership.
There will be a reception tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 p.m. in the Upper School Atrium to allow everyone an opportunity to come by and express appreciation for Phyllis and her leadership at PCA.
All are welcome and we hope to see you there!
PCA STUDENT ACCEPTED INTO GREATER DALLAS YOUTH ORCHESTRA WIND SYMPHONY
05/23/08
Congratulations to freshman, César Palacio who was accepted into the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra Wind Symphony for the 2008-09 Season. He is the first PCA student to win this honor.
2008 GRADUATION
05/23/08
Please join us as we celebrate the graduation of the Prestonwood Christian Academy Class of 2008. Commencement ceremonies begin at 7:00 p.m., Friday, May 23 in the Prestonwood Worship Center.
As of May 1, the Class of 2008 has received $4.3 million in scholarships.
Congratulations to our outstanding scholars!
PCA SENIOR SELECTED FOR THE SI/TAKKLE TOP 100
05/19/08
Congratulations to PCA Senior, Jordan Swagerty for being selected for the Sports Illustrated /TAKKLE Top 100. Beginning this spring, TAKKLE, in conjunction with Baseball Factory, ranked the top 100 members of High School Baseball’s Junior (’09) and Senior/Post-Graduate (’08) classes in the nation rated by current ability, performance versus elite competition, leadership, and the ability to succeed at the next level. These factors are measured through in-person and video scouting of High School games and tournaments, as well as through participation in summer leagues and camps.
VARSITY BASEBALL STATE PLAYOFF GAME
05/05/08
The Varsity baseball team will play in the semi-final game on Friday at 4:00 p.m. at Waco ISD Field #1. Please come cheer for the Lions as they battle Houston Christian! If PCA wins on Friday, they will move onto the State Championship game on Saturday, May 10, 4:00 p.m., at Mary Hardin Baylor University in Belton, Texas (30 minutes south of Waco).
FPS STATE BOWL
05/05/08
Congratulations to Leah Lindley, Connor O’Neal, Riley Lewis, and Billy Agee for placing 3rd at the FPS State Bowl in Austin on the topic of Debt in Developing Countries. The top two teams in each age division qualify for international competition. However, this year, since Texas has such a large number of students competing, the international office extended the third place team in the senior division an invitation. This team will travel to Michigan State University May 29th- June 1st where they will compete against students from Australia, New Zealand, Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Canada, and over 41 states with in the United States. The topic the students will study for internationals is Child Labor. Brad Ray and Michael Shell will also attend the conference and compete in the team in the drama presentation as well as participate in the alternate’s competition.
Elizabeth Lloyd, as the state scenario writing champion, will compete in the “on-site” writing competition at the International Conference as well. She will also be a participant in the drama competition along with the other students as they advertise their best solution.
Below are the students (Grades 7-12) that participated in the FPS State Bowl in Austin 2008.
VARSITY GOLF STATE RESULTS
4/23/08
The golf teams finished strong at the state tournament on Tuesday, April 22 with a 2nd place finish for the boys and a 3rd place finish for the girls. Freshman Tanner Kesterson finished 4th in the medalist category and Junior Ford Fischer finished 7th.The girls also had two top medalist as Junior Brittany Mendez finished 3rd overall and Morgan Niewerth finished 5th overall after a playoff hole!
We have really been blessed to have the senior leadership of Mike West and Chris Kelty this year and will miss them greatly next year. We were also blessed to have great contributions from our freshmen this year including Tanner Kesterson and Alex Rodriguez. Freshmen Mandi Chamberlin and sophomore Heather Johnson were also large contributors on the girl’s team. Tuesday’s finish capped off an incredible year of hard work and dedication that resulted in the best year for the PCA golf program! It also laid the foundation for establishing a tradition of excellence in golf here at PCA. Congratulations on a great year!
Varsity Boys placed 2nd in State Tourney on Tuesday, April 22
Varsity Girls placed 3rd in State Tourney on Tuesday, April 22
VARSITY SOFTBALL WINS DISTRICT
4/22/08
Congratulations to the Lady Lion Softball team on a 1-0 win over Dallas Christian, Monday, April 21. With this win, the Lady Lions won the District Championship! Kylie Bishop pitched a 4 hit shutout. Great job Lady Lions!
The bi-district softball game will be hosted at PCA on Saturday, April 26. The Lady Lions play Houston Lutheran South at 2:30 p.m.
Photos provided by Sherri Forrest
PCA SHINES ON THE COURT AT DISTRICT AND REGIONALS
04/17/08
Congratulations to the PCA athletes who traveled to Tyler for District Varsity Tennis matches. The level of competition was intense as there were 14 teams competing.
District Winners and Qualifiers for Regionals:
Singles Boys: Danny Nappier
Singles Girls: Taylor Self
Doubles Boys: Cade Finto and Preston Whitehurst
Doubles Girls: Calei Kesterson and Lauren Kelley
Mixed Doubles: Ashleigh Prowse and Jeffrey Gibson.
Brad Ray, Billy Agee and Maddie Ripley missed Regionals by very narrow margins and played numerous close matches. Isaiah Meador, Avery McDowell and Shelby Self were the most improved players and will prove valuable to the team next season.
At Regionals, the competition was even stronger as 16 teams battled it out for the right to advance to State!
Champions:
Taylor Self, 2nd place
Danny Nappier, 6th place
Ashleigh Prowse and Jeffrey Gibson, Consolation Winners
Taylor Self and Danny Nappier will compete at Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness at the State matches, April 25-26. Please contact Coach Donna Smith at 972-403-3355, if you are interested in attending the matches and help cheer on Taylor and Danny as they represent the Lord and PCA.
GOLF TEAM STATE BOUND
04/11/08
Congratulations to the girls and boys varsity golf team in placing second in the regional tournament on April 7-8 at Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club in Plano. Teams are now headed to the state tournament on April 21-22, at the Marriott Hotel and Golf Club at Champions Circle in Fort Worth.
Tournament highlights include Brittany Mendez and Morgan Niewerth medaling for the girl's division and Ford Fischer, Chris Kelty and Mike West medaling for the boy's division. Please keep the golf team in your prayers as they prepare for the state tourney!
Regional Tournament Stats:
Girls
Brittany Mendez 73, 77-150
Mariette Seimez 98, 102-200
Morgan Niewerth, 88, 98-186
Mandi Chamberlin 119, 131-250
Brittany finished 2nd overall and Morgan finished 5th overall.
Boys
Tanner Kesterson 74, 79-153
Ford Fischer 71, 76-147
Chris Kelty 75, 76-151
Alex Rodriguez 77, 78-155
Mike West 77, 74-151
Ford finished 6th overall, and Chris and Mike tied for 9th place overall.
GOLF TEAMS SWEEP DISTRICT TOURNAMENT
04/02/08
Congratulations to the PCA golf team! Both the girls and boys teams won the district tournament at Brookhaven Country Club. Brittany Mendez and Morgan Niewerth finished 2nd and 3rd in overall score in the girl’s division. In the boys division, four out of the five boys medaled (top ten), with Ford Fischer and Tanner Kesterson finishing 1st and 2nd respectively. Both teams will compete in the regional tournament April 7-8 at Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club in Plano.
PCA GIRLS VARSITY GOLF TEAM
L to R: Freshman, Mandi Chamberlin, Sophomore, Morgan Nieworth, Junior, Brittany Mendez,
Sophomore, Mariette Seimetz and not pictured, Sophomore, Heather Johnson
PCA BOYS VARSITY GOLF TEAM
L to R: Senior, Mike West, Senior, Chris Kelty, Junior, Ford Fischer, Freshman, Tanner Kesterson, Coach Todd O'Neal, and Freshman, Alex Rodriguez
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GOLF WINS IN MARCH TOURNEYS
04/01/08
Congratulations to both our boys and girls golf teams for outstanding performances this past week. The girls’ team won the Tournament Championship in the Arlington Invitational Tuesday, March 25. Great job Lady Lion golfers!
The boys’ team finished 3rd out of 22 teams in the Trinity Invitational – March 29-30. They were the only private school in the competition, with Senior Michael West shooting a 73 in Saturday's round and Tanner Kesterson finishing 10th overall with rounds of 78 and 77.
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TICKETS FOR LITTLE WOMEN: THE MUSICAL ON SALE NOW!
03/27/08
Based on Louisa May Alcott's own family experiences (and novel), Little Women, follows the adventures of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they grow up in Civil War America. The beloved story of the March sisters is timeless and deals with issues as relevant today as when they were written. Now, this wonderful narrative has been brought to life as an exhilarating new musical filled with glorious music, dancing and heart. Little Women embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears, and a lifting of the spirit. This powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope -- the sounds of a young America finding its voice.
Showtimes:
Wednesday, April 23, at 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 24, at 8:00 p.m.
Friday, April 25, at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 26, at 2:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m.
Click on showtimes to buy tickets or call box office at 972-744-4650. Seating is limited! Get your tickets today!
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PCA’s “A NIGHT OF ONE ACTS” – FREE!
The PCA Theatre Arts 3 students will present “A Night of One Acts” on Friday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Life Center (Upper School) building. Come and see the work of these student directors! Admission is free!
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WEATHER ALERT! CLASSES DELAYED FOR FRIDAY, MARCH 7
03/06/08
On Friday, March 7, 2008, classes will begin at 10:00 AM for Lower, Middle and Upper School. Lower School parents, please note the First Grade Easter Program will be rescheduled for next week.
As for future dates, always assume that school will open as usual; however, it is always important to check with one or more of the following sources of information to obtain accurate and up-to-date information: local television stations WFAA (Channel 8) and KTVT (Channel 11), local radio stations KCBI (90.9 FM) and KLTY (94.9 FM) and the school recording at 972-820-5300.
RUPP STEALS THE SPOTLIGHT AT UT
PCA Alumnus Cameron Rupp stealing the spotlight as a freshman in the University of Texas’s baseball program. Check out this article.
WORLD IMPACT DAY - MARCH 6
02/28/08
World Impact Day is a day for students and parents to recognize the impact Prestonwood Christian Academy students have through missions around the world. For the day's complete schedule, check with your teachers.
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ART STUDENTS WIN DISTRICT TAPPS COMPETITION
02/25/08
Taking the first place position by a landslide, PCA Upper School art students collected 56 awards at the District TAPPS competition on Saturday, Feb. 23. As a result of this competition, 16 students’ art pieces qualified for the state championship which takes place April 4-5 at Concordia University in Austin. Congratulations to the qualifying students:
Billie Beth Ricca
Ida Neptipour
Katie Hittle
Yerin Kim
Madison Paulette
Jason Barlow
Will Minnie
Joshua Nivens
Megan Bowdon
Ryan Phillips
Jordan Monk
Alberto Garcia-Olivares
Monica Garcia-Olivares
Laura Beth Hurd
Molly Ferguson
Scott Tucker
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TWO PCA SENIORS SIGN NATIONAL LETTER OF INTENT
02/08/08
Two Prestonwood Christian Academy seniors signed a National Letter of Intent on Wednesday, Feb. 6 with the University of Missouri and Middle Tennessee State for football and soccer.
Taylor Davis, son of Bryan and Kimberly Davis of Richardson, signed a National Letter of Intent with the University of Missouri to play collegiate football. “I knew that Taylor had the potential of excelling at the college level, and now he’s proved that by signing with a Big 12 school [Mizzou],” said PCA Coach Mike Hall.
Alyssa Palmacci, daughter of Greg and Julie Palmacci of Plano, signed a National Letter of Intent with Middle Tennessee State to play collegiate soccer. “[Alyssa] brings a passion and a skill level that I have never seen before,” stated Varsity Soccer Coach April Webb. “Her tenacity keeps the team going and I know she will go on to do great things at Tennessee, as well.”
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Mr. Cunningham will fulfill his role as Athletic Director in addition to serving as the new PCA Head Football Coach. Coach Mike Hall stepped down at the end of the 2007 season, culminating a very successful seven-year run which included being named state runner-up in 2004, state champion in 2005 and district and bi-district champion in 2006.
When it comes to accomplishments, Mr. Cunningham's list is extensive and consistent. Besides the following accomplishments, Mr. Cunningham coached former student-athletes now playing Division 1 football at the University of Oklahoma, University of Notre Dame, University of Nebraska, University of Wisconsin, Southern Methodist University, Texas Christian University, the University of North Texas, Stephen F. Austin College, Army and Florida State University.
Mr. Cunningham is currently a member of the Texas High School Coaches Association, the North Texas Football Coaches Association, the Texas Federation of Teachers and the advisory board for the North Central Texas chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He and his wife, Dana, have three children at PCA: Caleb, age 15, Joshua, age 8, and Caden, age 4.
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