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.
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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
🌟 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 10th grader, Tommy S, who was nominated by Mrs. Diamond:
“Tommy is a hard-working individual both on and off the basketball court. Tommy leaves everything on the court during basketball; he is a valuable team player in his scoring, athleticism, and communication with his teammates. Off the court, he has a very inquisitive nature. He is always processing and working through assignments by asking more questions and gaining a better understanding through problem-solving.”
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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 10th grader, Tommy S, who was nominated by Mrs. Diamond:
“Tommy is a hard-working individual both on and off the basketball court. Tommy leaves everything on the court during basketball; he is a valuable team player in his scoring, athleticism, and communication with his teammates. Off the court, he has a very inquisitive nature. He is always processing and working through assignments by asking more questions and gaining a better understanding through problem-solving.”
#ucathunder #ucastudentswhoshine
Sometimes the sweetest growth happens in the quiet moments.
In between whole-class lessons, our first graders are building independence, curling up with good books, and working through personalized learning on their iPads. These focused, peaceful pockets of time help strengthen skills, confidence, and a love for learning. 📚💻
It’s a joy to watch them grow, one quiet moment at a time. 💜
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In between whole-class lessons, our first graders are building independence, curling up with good books, and working through personalized learning on their iPads. These focused, peaceful pockets of time help strengthen skills, confidence, and a love for learning. 📚💻
It’s a joy to watch them grow, one quiet moment at a time. 💜
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
What if your child's education shaped not just what they know - but who they become?
Through intentional mentoring relationships, we teach the head, mentor the heart, and train Christlike habits that last a lifetime.
Now enrolling for next year! Join us at our Spring Open House to learn more.
Register at: ucathunder.org
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Through intentional mentoring relationships, we teach the head, mentor the heart, and train Christlike habits that last a lifetime.
Now enrolling for next year! Join us at our Spring Open House to learn more.
Register at: ucathunder.org
#ucathunder
We are so proud of our high school band students! 🎶✨
Today, they participated in the MN State High School League music contest, where they performed in front of judges and received professional feedback and were scored on their performance, earning the highest rating of “Superior”!
Our 8th grade band students also had the opportunity to attend as spectators, encouraging their peers and getting a glimpse of what’s ahead for them. 🎺🥁🎼
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Today, they participated in the MN State High School League music contest, where they performed in front of judges and received professional feedback and were scored on their performance, earning the highest rating of “Superior”!
Our 8th grade band students also had the opportunity to attend as spectators, encouraging their peers and getting a glimpse of what’s ahead for them. 🎺🥁🎼
#ucathunder #ucahighschool #ucafinearts
🍎✨ 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 Mary Diamond, one of our high school science teachers.
Here is what a colleague said:
“Mrs. Diamond does such a good job of doing activities/labs with her students so they can understand difficult subjects using a hands-on approach. She is patient and helpful, but allows the students the space to learn topics in creative and unique ways.”
We’re blessed to have you at UCA! 💜
#ucathunder #ucastaff
Our high school art students are putting both skill and heart into a meaningful portrait project titled “Faces of Faith.” 🎨✨
Each student selected someone who has had a significant impact on their faith journey and is working to capture not just their likeness, but the character and influence behind the face. Through careful observation, shading, and detail, students are learning how art can tell a deeper story.
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Each student selected someone who has had a significant impact on their faith journey and is working to capture not just their likeness, but the character and influence behind the face. Through careful observation, shading, and detail, students are learning how art can tell a deeper story.
#ucathunder #ucahighschool #ucafinearts
Our 6th graders rolled up their sleeves to dissect owl pellets! 🦉
Students carefully examined the pellets to identify tiny bones and discover what owls eat, exploring food chains, ecosystems, and God’s incredible design in nature. 🦴 🐁
They made careful observations and exciting discoveries as they uncovered the hidden stories inside each pellet. 🔍
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Students carefully examined the pellets to identify tiny bones and discover what owls eat, exploring food chains, ecosystems, and God’s incredible design in nature. 🦴 🐁
They made careful observations and exciting discoveries as they uncovered the hidden stories inside each pellet. 🔍
#ucathunder #ucamiddleschool
Fresh snow + recess = pure joy! ❄️☃️
There’s something special about a fresh snowfall that brings out big smiles and even bigger fun!
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
There’s something special about a fresh snowfall that brings out big smiles and even bigger fun!
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
🌟 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 1st grader Shea M, who was nominated by her teacher, Miss Anderson:
"Shea is a student who truly embodies our house essentials in the very best way. She is kind, wise, and so intentional with her friendships. Shea is a natural includer. She makes sure no one is left out and that everyone has a friend to play with at recess. Her wisdom shines through in how she handles conflicts with friends, often resolving them thoughtfully and independently.
Shea walks into school every single day with a GIANT smile on her face, spreading joy wherever she goes. She radiates happiness and positivity, and our campus is brighter because of her. We are so blessed to have Shea at UCA!”
#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 1st grader Shea M, who was nominated by her teacher, Miss Anderson:
"Shea is a student who truly embodies our house essentials in the very best way. She is kind, wise, and so intentional with her friendships. Shea is a natural includer. She makes sure no one is left out and that everyone has a friend to play with at recess. Her wisdom shines through in how she handles conflicts with friends, often resolving them thoughtfully and independently.
Shea walks into school every single day with a GIANT smile on her face, spreading joy wherever she goes. She radiates happiness and positivity, and our campus is brighter because of her. We are so blessed to have Shea at UCA!”
#ucathunder #ucastudentswhoshine
Wednesdays are full of writing in Mrs. Stockman’s middle school classes. She has been using a program called “We Will Write” to help students grow as writers in a creative and engaging way. ✍️💻
Students receive fresh writing prompts and write in short bursts before providing thoughtful feedback to their classmates.
The game-style format adds fun challenges that spark creativity and keep writing interesting, while the anonymous teamwork creates a safe space for students to take risks, try new ideas, and learn from mistakes.
#ucathunder #ucamiddleschool
Students receive fresh writing prompts and write in short bursts before providing thoughtful feedback to their classmates.
The game-style format adds fun challenges that spark creativity and keep writing interesting, while the anonymous teamwork creates a safe space for students to take risks, try new ideas, and learn from mistakes.
#ucathunder #ucamiddleschool
Pulled Into Learning! 🧲🧪
Mrs. Troost’s kindergarteners were excited to welcome a special guest, Dr. Tess Tube, who helped students discover some surprising science facts. The kids learned that while U.S. coins aren’t magnetic, paper money is! They watched in amazement as a dollar bill was blended with water to make “dollar bill soup,” then used a powerful earth magnet to pull the iron particles to the bottom of the bag—forming the magnet's shape right before their eyes. 😲
Science is so much fun when you can see it in action! 🧑🔬
Mrs. Troost’s kindergarteners were excited to welcome a special guest, Dr. Tess Tube, who helped students discover some surprising science facts. The kids learned that while U.S. coins aren’t magnetic, paper money is! They watched in amazement as a dollar bill was blended with water to make “dollar bill soup,” then used a powerful earth magnet to pull the iron particles to the bottom of the bag—forming the magnet's shape right before their eyes. 😲
Science is so much fun when you can see it in action! 🧑🔬
🍎✨ 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 Shari Tasler, lower elementary music teacher. Here is what a colleague said:
“Mrs. Tasler does amazing work teaching our students. Though she only works part time, she has added to her responsibilities through teaching some secondary choir classes to help while another teacher is out. Mrs. Tasler is creative, upbeat, kind-hearted, and full of the joy of Christ. UCA is blessed to have "Miss Shari" on our team! ”
We’re blessed to have you at UCA! 💜
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
Today, we’re celebrating Shari Tasler, lower elementary music teacher. Here is what a colleague said:
“Mrs. Tasler does amazing work teaching our students. Though she only works part time, she has added to her responsibilities through teaching some secondary choir classes to help while another teacher is out. Mrs. Tasler is creative, upbeat, kind-hearted, and full of the joy of Christ. UCA is blessed to have "Miss Shari" on our team! ”
We’re blessed to have you at UCA! 💜
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
Today, we pause to reflect on the leadership, courage, and conviction that have shaped our nation. President’s Day reminds us not only to appreciate the legacy we’ve inherited, but also to consider how we will carry it forward. 🇺🇸 🌱
At UCA, we are committed to developing students who lead with integrity and serve others with humility. As we honor the past, may we also inspire the next generation to build upon it with character and hope. 💜 ✝️
At UCA, we are committed to developing students who lead with integrity and serve others with humility. As we honor the past, may we also inspire the next generation to build upon it with character and hope. 💜 ✝️
Love was in the air in our elementary classrooms this Valentine’s Day! 💌❤️
Students had a blast exchanging valentines, playing games, and celebrating friendship together. They also decorated cards for senior citizens and wrote encouraging notes to their classmates—spreading kindness both inside and outside our school walls.
It was a joyful day full of laughter, creativity, and thoughtful acts of love! 💕✨
Students had a blast exchanging valentines, playing games, and celebrating friendship together. They also decorated cards for senior citizens and wrote encouraging notes to their classmates—spreading kindness both inside and outside our school walls.
It was a joyful day full of laughter, creativity, and thoughtful acts of love! 💕✨
With support from our school nurse and Delta Dental, our first graders had a fun and educational opportunity to learn about oral health! 🦷✨
Using the dental kits they received, students practiced proper oral hygiene skills and learned how to care for their smiles. They thought it was so fun to brush and floss their teeth at school! 😁
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
Using the dental kits they received, students practiced proper oral hygiene skills and learned how to care for their smiles. They thought it was so fun to brush and floss their teeth at school! 😁
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
🌟 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 10th grader Evan G, who is shining in and out of the classroom.
Evan is a sophomore with immense maturity and patience. He has a Christ-like servant heart for others, which shows in his leadership on the basketball team and also in his encouragement of others. Evan will always take the time to stop and explain difficult concepts to his peers and encourage them in their endeavors. There was even a 5th grade student who had attended a volleyball clinic run by UCA, who stated Evan was very kind and patient, teaching them how to serve. Off the court, Evan always strives not only for academic excellence but also for a deeper understanding of the topic within the class.
#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 10th grader Evan G, who is shining in and out of the classroom.
Evan is a sophomore with immense maturity and patience. He has a Christ-like servant heart for others, which shows in his leadership on the basketball team and also in his encouragement of others. Evan will always take the time to stop and explain difficult concepts to his peers and encourage them in their endeavors. There was even a 5th grade student who had attended a volleyball clinic run by UCA, who stated Evan was very kind and patient, teaching them how to serve. Off the court, Evan always strives not only for academic excellence but also for a deeper understanding of the topic within the class.
#ucathunder #ucastudentswhoshine
Your mission… should you choose to accept it… 🕶️🕵️♂️
Our elementary students took on a “Mission Impossible” challenge in PE—working together to get their entire team from one side of the room to the other without touching the floor! 🚫👣
Using only the materials they were given, students practiced creative thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork while having a whole lot of fun along the way! 🧠🤝
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
Our elementary students took on a “Mission Impossible” challenge in PE—working together to get their entire team from one side of the room to the other without touching the floor! 🚫👣
Using only the materials they were given, students practiced creative thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork while having a whole lot of fun along the way! 🧠🤝
#ucathunder #ucaelementary
Our middle school students traded classrooms for the slopes today during a fun-filled skiing field trip at Hyland Park! ⛷️❄️
From learning new skills to cheering each other on, it was a day full of laughter, perseverance, and great memories.
#ucathunder #ucamiddleschool
From learning new skills to cheering each other on, it was a day full of laughter, perseverance, and great memories.
#ucathunder #ucamiddleschool
