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For as long as I can remember, I have had a dream of having my own dog shelter and working hand in hand with local experts who share the same love for dogs as I do. Last semester, Mr. Starkenburg asked his Bible 12 seniors to identify a problem in our community and propose solutions…
Dive into a collection of love poems by the very talented 9th graders. On Love By: Nina Kirby Love as one knows is a powerful thing, It makes a brain think, a heart want, a spirit sing. Love is bright as a summer’s day, light as a cloud, joyful as kids at play. Love makes,…
Just one kilometer separates the campuses of NCA Nejapa and NCA International, yet the distance between their students feels much greater. Despite their connection as sister schools, students from these two campuses rarely interact. The few opportunities they do have to cross paths, such as debate club practices and infrequent sports competitions, are few and…
Boys basketball is back, and so is Coach Sandahl! Nathan Sandahl is returning for his seventh year as coach of our boys’ basketball team. He is not only excited to help athletes improve their basketball skills but also to support their growth in other areas as well. If you’re considering trying out for basketball or…
Every senior dreams of hosting the perfect color run—the kind of event that will be talked about for years to come. The exhilarating challenge of planning and executing an experience where every single participant leaves with a smile, drenched in color and unforgettable memories, is no small feat. It takes dedication, organization, and an unwavering…
Spiritual Emphasis Day is a big event that many students look forward to. It’s a day where we take a break from our day-to-day classes and have sessions to focus on our spiritual life. There are many sessions that focus on different areas of our life, with several speakers like parents, teachers, graduate students, and…
As the basketball season comes closer, it’s important to know what to expect for the tryouts and get to know your coach. This year, our girls’ basketball team will continue to be coached by Amanda Gutierrez. As the head coach, she is hopeful that lots of girls will try out, even if they’re new to…
Boys JV Soccer Girls Varsity Soccer Sat 2/11 – Varsity vs American Nicaraguan School @ Sports Slam starting at 8:45 This Saturday, the girls on the soccer team woke up ready to play in the final of the Copa Fuente Pura. A large crowd gathered to watch. The game started a little late, but that…
This article is part of a series. Imagine someone alone, surrounded by darkness. Imagine trying to protect something incredibly valuable from shadowy and unknown threats. Imagine facing the inky, depressing darkness every night, weary of what might be watching you, what might be scheming to hurt you and what you’re protecting. I cannot imagine what…
Bathroom Policy at School Sparks Mixed Reactions Among Students and Staff. Current Bathroom Policy and Its Intentions The school’s bathroom policy aims to teach students responsible time management, comparable to how adults handle breaks in the workplace. Students receive a limited number of bathroom passes each semester, intended as a guideline rather than a strict…
Story told by Mr Link, adapted by Grace Vilchez. A long time ago, but not as long ago as you might think, there was a boy named Jason Link. During this time, Jason was living in Nicaragua, in a house that functioned like a hotel, and he was the one in charge. This house, however,…
By: Juan Diego Morales Two months ago I got my first paycheck. I felt like a millionaire. Two weeks after that, I was as penniless as one can be. I was flabbergasted about how I burned through so much money in such a short amount of time. Then, I learned the “exponential rule”. It consists…
Boys Basketball Monday 03/24 – Varsity vs ANS Result: Loss Score: 22-68 Wednesday 03/26 – JV vs Ciudad Sandino Result: Loss Score: 19-27 Girls Basketball Wednesday 03/26 – JV vs Ciudad Sandino Result: Loss Score: 29-36
Did you know that Instagram has more than 2 billion active users? That means that over a fourth of the world’s population use it. Most of those users check their accounts daily, with the average app time of 30-55 minutes per day. While this number changes per person, that means that the average person spends…
Boys Varsity Basketball Wednesday 03/19 – Varsity vs Ciudad Sandino Result: 27-24 Score: Win Girls Varsity Basketball Wednesday 03/19 – U17 vs Ciudad Sandino Result: 17-29 Score: Loss
Boys Varsity Basketball Tuesday 03/04 – U17 vs Notre Dame at 2:30 Result: Loss Score: 21-51 Tuesday 03/05 – U19 vs Colma Academy at 2:45 Result: Loss Score: 39-29
On Wednesday, February 19th, we sang a hymn that is over 150 years old. I claimed, in Chapel, that it was still quite relevant today, but why? Why is a song like that still applicable today? To answer that, it’s important to look at the context of the hymn’s writing. It is Well with My…
The magic of theater is coming to life at Nicaraguan Christian Academy as students and staff prepare to bring Mary Poppins to the stage. In this exclusive interview, we talk with the directors and the talented student playing Mary Poppins to uncover the hard work, excitement, and challenges behind the scenes. From rehearsals to character…
In February, the Junior AP English Language class presented their academic seminars to an audience of students and teachers. Covering a wide range of topics—from AI usage to abortion to Star Wars—they focused on crafting persuasive arguments and engaging in thoughtful discussions. Each student not only delivered their presentation but also responded to audience questions,…