Our 3rd grade students spent time in pairs while working on their Groves material. They are practicing skills, encouraging one another, and building confidence. 📚✨
Using the Groves Reading and Phonics curriculum, our Kindergarten–3rd grade students learn to break down the rules of phonics, grammar, spelling, and more.
By 3rd grade, all the skills they’ve been building since kindergarten really start to come together, helping them read and write with greater confidence and understanding. 💜
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Using the Groves Reading and Phonics curriculum, our Kindergarten–3rd grade students learn to break down the rules of phonics, grammar, spelling, and more.
By 3rd grade, all the skills they’ve been building since kindergarten really start to come together, helping them read and write with greater confidence and understanding. 💜
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
Today, we had the honor of recognizing our elementary, middle school, and high school Student of the Quarter winners for the third quarter! These outstanding students were selected by their teachers for consistently demonstrating the House Essentials—integrity, helpfulness, respect, compassion, and more. 🏆 🌟
Congratulations to:
Esme C - PreK - Christo House ❤️
Gloribel Z - 8th grade - Fide House 💛
Evan G - 10th grade - Fide House 💛
We are so proud of your dedication to excellence both in and out of the classroom. Congratulations!
#ucathunder #ucahousesystem
Congratulations to:
Esme C - PreK - Christo House ❤️
Gloribel Z - 8th grade - Fide House 💛
Evan G - 10th grade - Fide House 💛
We are so proud of your dedication to excellence both in and out of the classroom. Congratulations!
#ucathunder #ucahousesystem
🍀 Leprechaun Hunt! 🍀
Our kindergarten students had a magical time on their St. Patrick’s Day hunt! They discovered mysterious leprechaun stones and couldn’t wait to find out what was inside.
With a little science experiment, they dropped the stones into vinegar… and watched as they fizzed, fizzed, and bubbled! As the stones dissolved, each student uncovered a hidden gold coin! 🧪✨
The students then traded in their coins and were rewarded with a pot full of “gold” candies! 🌈
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
Our kindergarten students had a magical time on their St. Patrick’s Day hunt! They discovered mysterious leprechaun stones and couldn’t wait to find out what was inside.
With a little science experiment, they dropped the stones into vinegar… and watched as they fizzed, fizzed, and bubbled! As the stones dissolved, each student uncovered a hidden gold coin! 🧪✨
The students then traded in their coins and were rewarded with a pot full of “gold” candies! 🌈
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
We’re so proud of our 5th and 6th grade students who were nominated to participate in this special Honor Band experience, hosted by Minnesota Junior Winds, this past weekend! 🎶 🥁
These students represented our school with excellence. They embraced this day as an opportunity to grow in their musical abilities while playing alongside students from other schools in the metro area.
It’s an incredible opportunity to be recognized for their hard work and talent. Congratulations students! 👏 🎺
These students represented our school with excellence. They embraced this day as an opportunity to grow in their musical abilities while playing alongside students from other schools in the metro area.
It’s an incredible opportunity to be recognized for their hard work and talent. Congratulations students! 👏 🎺
What if your child were equipped to impact the world for Christ?
At UCA, students are prepared to influence culture rather than simply be shaped by it. They gain the tools to navigate the world with conviction. They learn to love others radically, stand for truth, and serve with humility.
Surrounded by adults who model these values every day, our students grow confident in their calling and ready to make a difference for God’s kingdom. 💜
Enrollment is open for next fall. Join us at our Open House to learn more.
Register at: ucathunder.org
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Due to the Blizzard Warning in effect, wind gusts as high as 45 mph with widespread blowing snow, slippery road conditions, and continued cold temperatures, UCA will be closed tomorrow, 3/16.
Please note that some metro districts, including Bloomington Public Schools, are currently on spring break, so their closures may not appear on school closing reports.
All UCA after school activities including the College and Career Night will be cancelled.
Students participating in a co-op sport should check directly with their coaches regarding practices.
One performance down....one to go!
We hope you'll join us tonight at 6:30 pm for this impactful ministry performance. It is a must-see!
#ucathunder #ucafinearts
We hope you'll join us tonight at 6:30 pm for this impactful ministry performance. It is a must-see!
#ucathunder #ucafinearts
🌟 Every student at UCA has an incredible story — unique, inspiring, and full of potential! 💜
We’d like to celebrate those students who shine. From personal achievements to acts of kindness, creative talents, and leadership in or out of the classroom, each student makes a difference and brings something special to our community! 🙌 🎓
Shoutout to 4th grader, Luke W, who was nominated by Mr. Geselle:
“Luke has truly stood out this year as an exceptionally intentional student. He consistently seeks opportunities to greet and engage in meaningful conversations with adults throughout the building. His positive attitude and genuine motivation to connect with others reflect a friendly, welcoming, and caring young man who goes above and beyond each day.”
#ucathunder #ucastudentswhoshine
We’d like to celebrate those students who shine. From personal achievements to acts of kindness, creative talents, and leadership in or out of the classroom, each student makes a difference and brings something special to our community! 🙌 🎓
Shoutout to 4th grader, Luke W, who was nominated by Mr. Geselle:
“Luke has truly stood out this year as an exceptionally intentional student. He consistently seeks opportunities to greet and engage in meaningful conversations with adults throughout the building. His positive attitude and genuine motivation to connect with others reflect a friendly, welcoming, and caring young man who goes above and beyond each day.”
#ucathunder #ucastudentswhoshine
What if your child’s education didn’t just teach them about faith—but helped them live it out?
At United Christian Academy, students engage in discipleship-driven experiences that connect faith to action. Through service opportunities and hands-on learning, they move beyond simply knowing biblical truth to applying it in real-life situations.
UCA is a training ground for living out the Gospel, where students learn not only about Jesus but also how to live like Him every day. 💜
Enrollment is open for next year. Join us at our Spring Open House to learn more.
Register at: ucathunder.org
#ucathunder
At United Christian Academy, students engage in discipleship-driven experiences that connect faith to action. Through service opportunities and hands-on learning, they move beyond simply knowing biblical truth to applying it in real-life situations.
UCA is a training ground for living out the Gospel, where students learn not only about Jesus but also how to live like Him every day. 💜
Enrollment is open for next year. Join us at our Spring Open House to learn more.
Register at: ucathunder.org
#ucathunder
From choreography to costumes to powerful moments on stage, our Robin Hood story is coming to life! 🎭 🏹
Our students have been putting the finishing touches on this ministry performance, and it is sure to be both a tear-jerker and a crowd-pleaser. 🥹 👏
📆 March 12 & 13
🕰️ 6:30 pm
📍 Cedar Valley Church
🆓 No admission
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Our students have been putting the finishing touches on this ministry performance, and it is sure to be both a tear-jerker and a crowd-pleaser. 🥹 👏
📆 March 12 & 13
🕰️ 6:30 pm
📍 Cedar Valley Church
🆓 No admission
#ucathunder #ucafinearts
🍎✨ It’s time to put the spotlight on one of our incredible UCA staff members — sharing a glimpse into their heart for students, their passion for UCA, and the impact they make every day. ✨ 📚
Today, we’re celebrating Pastor Ashley Abbott, Elementary Chaplain. Here is what a colleague said:
“Pastor Ashley has a special way of connecting with our youngest students. She has a special gift for making big biblical truths accessible to little hearts. Her stories are engaging, memorable, and full of joy. She has a great way of encouraging the students to pray and to ‘talk to God’ together, which helps their faith become real.
We are so thankful for the way she pours into our elementary students, pointing them toward Christ, encouraging them to ask questions, and helping them build a strong foundation of faith.”
Thank you, Pastor Ashley, for the heart and energy you bring to our school community! 🙏
We’re blessed to have you at UCA! 💜
#ucathunder #ucastaff
Today, we’re celebrating Pastor Ashley Abbott, Elementary Chaplain. Here is what a colleague said:
“Pastor Ashley has a special way of connecting with our youngest students. She has a special gift for making big biblical truths accessible to little hearts. Her stories are engaging, memorable, and full of joy. She has a great way of encouraging the students to pray and to ‘talk to God’ together, which helps their faith become real.
We are so thankful for the way she pours into our elementary students, pointing them toward Christ, encouraging them to ask questions, and helping them build a strong foundation of faith.”
Thank you, Pastor Ashley, for the heart and energy you bring to our school community! 🙏
We’re blessed to have you at UCA! 💜
#ucathunder #ucastaff
What if your child experienced a school where they truly belong?
At UCA, students are welcomed by peers, teachers, and coaches who know and support them. Through meaningful friendships, cross-grade connections, and daily moments of care, they grow in confidence—building an identity rooted in Christ and strengthened by community. 💜
Enrollment is open for next year. Join us at our Spring Open House to learn more.
Register at ucathunder.org
#ucathunder
At UCA, students are welcomed by peers, teachers, and coaches who know and support them. Through meaningful friendships, cross-grade connections, and daily moments of care, they grow in confidence—building an identity rooted in Christ and strengthened by community. 💜
Enrollment is open for next year. Join us at our Spring Open House to learn more.
Register at ucathunder.org
#ucathunder
Rooted in Prayer - our theme for March 🙏
This week, our students and staff have been learning about the ACTS prayer method—Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, and Supplication.
In the elementary chapel, Pastor Ashley helped students understand each part of the prayer model and how they can use it in their own conversations with God. There was lots of participation—and plenty of laughter—when she compared prayer to a bowl of Cocoa Puffs: “It’s so good! And when you’re done, it makes you want more!” 🥣
Our secondary students also spent time growing in prayer during Discipleship groups, where junior and senior leaders guided smaller groups through the ACTS model together.
We're thankful for opportunities like this where students are learning how to talk with God and grow deeper in their faith. 💜
🌟 Every student at UCA has an incredible story — unique, inspiring, and full of potential! 💜
We’d like to celebrate those students who shine. From personal achievements to acts of kindness, creative talents, and leadership in or out of the classroom, each student makes a difference and brings something special to our community! 🙌 🎓
Shoutout to 11th grader, Henry G, who was nominated by Mrs. Tillman:
“Henry regularly takes the time to help other students work through difficult problems/worksheets during work time in class. He takes difficult topics and helps other students understand. Henry could just complete his assignments on his own, but he is willing to work to share what he understands with others. ”
#ucathunder #ucastudentswhoshine
We’d like to celebrate those students who shine. From personal achievements to acts of kindness, creative talents, and leadership in or out of the classroom, each student makes a difference and brings something special to our community! 🙌 🎓
Shoutout to 11th grader, Henry G, who was nominated by Mrs. Tillman:
“Henry regularly takes the time to help other students work through difficult problems/worksheets during work time in class. He takes difficult topics and helps other students understand. Henry could just complete his assignments on his own, but he is willing to work to share what he understands with others. ”
#ucathunder #ucastudentswhoshine
What if your child learned to discern truth in a world full of noise?
Through biblical immersion, critical thinking, and honest conversations, our students are equipped to recognize what is true, good, and beautiful. They learn how to think deeply, ask wise questions, and stand confidently in their faith.
We’re not just educating minds; we’re forming hearts and convictions that prepare them to be leaders who make an impact for His kingdom. 💜
Enrollment is open for next year. Join us at our Spring Open House to learn more.
Register at ucathunder.org
#ucathunder
Final rehearsals for our ministry performance, Robin Hood, are underway! 🏹 🌲
Our Pre-K through 7th grade students are fine-tuning their parts, ready to give it their best as they share this story and its message with our community.
One highlight of the performance will be our 6th graders' choreographed song. The precision of their movements, paired with the powerful lyrics of the song, is sure to move you. 🎶
We can’t wait for you to see all their hard work come to life on stage! Join us on March 12th or 13th at 6:30 pm. 🎭 🎤
#ucathunder #ucafinearts #ucamiddleschool
Our Pre-K through 7th grade students are fine-tuning their parts, ready to give it their best as they share this story and its message with our community.
One highlight of the performance will be our 6th graders' choreographed song. The precision of their movements, paired with the powerful lyrics of the song, is sure to move you. 🎶
We can’t wait for you to see all their hard work come to life on stage! Join us on March 12th or 13th at 6:30 pm. 🎭 🎤
#ucathunder #ucafinearts #ucamiddleschool
🍎✨ It’s time to put the spotlight on one of our incredible UCA teachers — sharing a glimpse into their heart for students, their passion for UCA, and the impact they make every day. We’re so grateful for the dedication and love they pour into our school and community! ✨ 📚
Today we’re celebrating Mr. Kevin Peters, Phy Ed & Secondary Health teacher. Here is what a colleague said:
“We appreciate all the work he does before school with keeping the younger students engaged, safe, and contained in the gym so that parents have the option for early drop-off and the staff can still have that time they need to get ready for the day.”
We are so thankful for his willingness to serve in many ways: teacher, coach, mentor, and more!
We’re blessed to have you at UCA! 💜
#ucathunder #ucastaff
Today we’re celebrating Mr. Kevin Peters, Phy Ed & Secondary Health teacher. Here is what a colleague said:
“We appreciate all the work he does before school with keeping the younger students engaged, safe, and contained in the gym so that parents have the option for early drop-off and the staff can still have that time they need to get ready for the day.”
We are so thankful for his willingness to serve in many ways: teacher, coach, mentor, and more!
We’re blessed to have you at UCA! 💜
#ucathunder #ucastaff
From Pre-K through 12th grade, worship is woven into the rhythm of our days. 🤲
Whether in classrooms or gathered together in chapel, our students are learning to know their Creator and understand that they are deeply loved children of God. There is something incredibly special about the freedom they have to sing, pray, and worship with their whole hearts while at school. 💜
We are thankful they are growing not only in knowledge, but in identity and relationship with the Lord. We pray these moments will shape hearts in ways that will last far beyond the classroom. 🙏
#ucathunder
Whether in classrooms or gathered together in chapel, our students are learning to know their Creator and understand that they are deeply loved children of God. There is something incredibly special about the freedom they have to sing, pray, and worship with their whole hearts while at school. 💜
We are thankful they are growing not only in knowledge, but in identity and relationship with the Lord. We pray these moments will shape hearts in ways that will last far beyond the classroom. 🙏
#ucathunder
What if your child were known, guided, and grounded in truth every single day?
At UCA, our teachers intentionally invest in students’ growth. They teach truth with clarity, speak life into our students, and help them understand their identity in Christ so that they can lead with confidence in a changing world.
Enrollment is open for next year. Join us at our Spring Open House to learn more.
Register at ucathunder.org
#ucathunder
At UCA, our teachers intentionally invest in students’ growth. They teach truth with clarity, speak life into our students, and help them understand their identity in Christ so that they can lead with confidence in a changing world.
Enrollment is open for next year. Join us at our Spring Open House to learn more.
Register at ucathunder.org
#ucathunder
In Creative Writing, Miss Hawthorne guided our high school students as they explored sentence types and broke down key components within each type. She highlighted one of the shortest complete sentences in the English language, “I am,” which can be found in the bible. Using that, along with other verses, she showed how even the simplest sentences can carry deep meaning. ✍️📚
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#ucathunder #ucahighschool
