Some days, even the best parent has trouble communicating a lesson. Whether you're teaching equations in algebra or diagramming sentences in grammar, a change begins to occur in your child when he does not comprehend the information you are covering. You've seen the look: a blank stare, a squint, eyebrows up in the form of a question mark. The body begins to fidget, and unintelligible utterances come from his mouth. He doesn't have a clue what you are talking about and is totally lost. What are you going to do? [Read more…]
A Parent’s Vital Role in Starting the School Year Right
As parent, how can you ensure that your student will succeed in Ignite Christian Academy this year? A lot depends on how you start out. Please let me emphasize a few key points:
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No Shortcuts
"Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ" (Ephesians 4:13).
Life is full of shortcuts. High-paced technology has changed the way we live, communicate, do business, have relationships, and educate. Although technological advances have also made teaching easier, there is one aspect to teaching that can't be fast forwarded — your children's spiritual growth. [Read more…]
Are Your Notes Noteworthy?
As a student in a distance learning environment like ICA, you might not have an opportunity to develop strong notetaking habits. Lecturing and college likely seem like a very distant destination. In fact, over the years, you've probably invented your own sort of shorthand which, although perfectly understandable to you, prevents anyone from understanding your ideas and thoughts. [Read more…]
Micah Dunkleberger, September Student of the Month
What do you get when you cross engineering camp, deer hunting, and Jane Austen? You’ll get Micah Dunkleberger, ICA’s September Student of the Month.
Beginning her sophomore year at Ignite Christian Academy, Dunkleberger lives just outside of Tulsa, Oklahoma and possesses an unlikely combination of interests and talents. [Read more…]
Take the ACT or SAT*!
Are you an ICA senior or junior thinking about attending college? If so, you should be planning to take a college entrance examination this fall. Colleges and universities use the ACT and SAT to compare students during the admissions process, so these are important tests. [Read more…]
2011 ICA Graduation Ceremonies
Attention seniors! Ignite Christian Academy is excited to announce that the graduation ceremonies for the 2010-2011 graduating class will be in the following locations:
Dallas, TX – May 6, 2011
Orlando, FL – May 27, 2011
Washington, DC – June 2, 2011
Mark your calendar and plan to attend the 2011 ICA graduation ceremonies with other ICA families just like yours! Look for upcoming information and contact your ASR to sign up to attend.
Does Ignite Christian Academy Equal Homeschooling?
I am concerned when I hear or read references to enrollment in Ignite Christian Academy as homeschooling. Certainly there is similarity between the two. Both involve a lot of academic labor during school, hours under parental supervision, and curious neighbors probably see no difference. However, the differences are important. [Read more…]
Tools for Back-to-school
Would you like to know the best back-to-school item to have for a profitable year of distance learning? No, it's not a new computer, and it's not a new microscope, math manipulative, or the latest educational game. In fact, you may be surprised to learn that the most effective tool you have is simply the positive words you use to encourage your student. [Read more…]
Tips for Teaching Elementary Students
To provide an effective education, it is important to create a daily schedule that works best for your student. Some students work best in the morning, while other students work best in the afternoon. Children need structure and guidance, so it is imperative to the learning process that you put a schedule in place. Do not leave your children's work schedule up to them; this will likely lead to late assignments and poor scores. [Read more…]
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