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ACADEMICS The members of this student body come from a wide range of cultural, denominational, and social backgrounds. We find our common center and unity in the person of the Lord Jesus Christ and desire to be totally committed to Him in our teaching, beliefs, and lifestyle. ​ All students at New Life Christian Academy receive the opportunity to obtain one of the finest educations in the tri-county area. You can be sure your student will receive an outstanding education that will prepare them for their next level of education. ​ In grades K4 through 8th NLCA exclusively uses A Beka Book curriculum. A Beka Book provides a comprehensive, quality curriculum and materials written from a Christian perspective. ​ Because we are a Christian school and not just another private school, all students have daily Bible classes. In elementary we use the A Beka Book Bible curriculum while middle school students have a combination of A Beka and Positive Action curricula. Every other Wednesday students have the opportunity to attend a chapel service where they will be taught the Word of God by children’s pastors and youth pastors from New Life Christian Center and other area churches. ​ All of our teachers care deeply about their students. While they take their responsibilities to educate their students seriously, they also care about their spiritual and emotional well-being. Our teachers take time to pray for their students, give them encouraging words, and listen to them. K-4 Pre-Kindergarten In our Pre Kindergarten class, we lay the foundation for each child to love learning. Our teachers help students enter into the world... Learn More K-5 Kindergarten Within a safe and encouraging environment, kindergarteners will work together to create their building blocks... Learn More First Grade First grade sets a fast-paced schedule. We use our time wisely, while still taking the time to involve hands-on activities... Learn More Second Grade The same higher level skills our first graders developed will be further sharpened in second grade... Learn More Third Grade In third grade, students will gain principles that help them navigate the world around them. The focus in reading and language studies will be... Learn More Fourth Grade Student s will take massive strides towards reading and writing comprehension with diverse projects... Learn More Fifth Grade Students in fifth grade will grow their skills of research, problem solving, and critical thinking. They will complete a first... Learn More Sixth Grade ​We have many fun and exciting learning opportunities in the sixth grade. Our curriculum is heavy and fast-paced but is laid out in a system that builds upon itself... Learn More Seventh Grade Seventh grade guides students from elementary towards high school principals and disciplines by providing slightly elevated concepts... Learn More Eighth Grade Eighth grade provides the springboard for students to prepare them for high school by laying down the foundation of higher-level concepts. In English and... Learn More Physical Education Our goal is to teach students physical fitness skills and routines that prepare them to stay active in all areas of fitness. Learn More Student Life Our students are built-up, encouraged, challenged, and cheered on as they reach small goals and large milestones... Learn More

For the Parents We take seriously the trust you have placed in us to help you in educating your child. This page is full of helpful information and links that we hope will make your day easier. We want to help you understand our processes so you can better come alongside us as we work together to train your child into a Godly adult. Arriving at School Arriving at school on time starts the day off at a fun safe pace. Classes begin promptly at 8:00 AM. Students should arrive in time to be inside their classroom prior to 8:00 AM. ​ Please see below for specific details about where and when each grade should be dropped off when arriving at school. Kindergarten Students go directly to the K-4/K-5 building drop-off begins at 7:15 AM – 7:50 AM there will be a teacher at the gate to help the students. 7:50 AM – 8:00 AM students will need to be dropped off at the gate and go to class. 8:00 AM – students arriving late must be accompanied to the office to be signed in. During inclement weather, students may be dropped off under the awning beside the main building prior to 8:00 AM. After 8:00 AM, students will need to be accompanied to the office to be signed in. 1st - 3rd Grade Students supervised care begins in the Lunchroom as follows: 7:15 AM – 7:45 AM drop off in front of the gymnasium and go to the lunchroom. 7:45 AM – 8:00 AM drop off on the sidewalk at the gate closest to the main office. During inclement weather, students may be dropped off under the awning beside the main building. 8:00 AM – students arriving late must be accompanied to the office to be signed in. Grades 4th – 8th go directly to the gymnasium building beginning at 7:15 AM – 7:45 AM drop off in front of the gymnasium and go to the lunchroom. 7:45 AM – 8:00 AM drop off in front of the gymnasium and go to class. 8:00 AM – students arriving late must be accompanied to the office to be signed in. No change during inclement weather. For additional information, please see our School Handbook on the Forms page. Go to Forms Page Dress Code An individual’s personal appearance reflects his/her character. Dress for the Christian should be in keeping with the principle of modesty, neatness, and the God-given distinctiveness of the sexes. Students that deviate from our dress code will be identified by a classroom teacher or staff member. The student is required to come into compliance with the code. If the code violation cannot be fixed immediately (like putting on a sweater or jacket), the time missed from class will be unexcused. If you have a question regarding dress code issues, please check with the administrator or office staff before making a decision. NLCA's complete Student Appearance guidelines are available in the School Handbook on our Forms page. Go to Forms Page Dress Code Gradelink ® NLCA uses Gradelink® for our school information software. Parents can login to find student grades, attendance records and much more. Parents can also locate billing accounts, school calendars and teacher contact information as well as many other useful tools. Go to the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store to download the Gradelink ® app. Contact the school office for family specific login information, or password resets. Gradelink® Login Gradelink® Parent Video Lunch Menu Local restaurants cater in lunches to our students each week day beginning the first full week of school. Lunch orders must be completed and returned with payment to the office by close of business on Thursday to order for the next week. Sorry, we cannot accept late orders. If a student is absent on a day they ordered, it is the parent's responsibility to contact the school office by 8:30 AM to cancel the order. Orders which are not cancelled by the parent by 8:30 AM will not be issued a refund. You can find a current Lunch Menu on our Forms Page . Go to Forms Page Gradelink Aftercare Program Our aftercare program is an opportunity for extended care from 3:15 PM - 6:00 PM for enrolled NLCA students. If your family is interested in enrolling in this program, please contact our office for pricing and availability. Aftercare Application Form Chapel Services O ur desire is to see each and every student come to a closer walk with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Every effort is made to enrich the student’s life by having special music, ministers, evangelists, missionaries, and drama teams from our area, state and other parts of the world. Students also have an opportunity for ministry in these services. Chapel services are held every other Wednesday beginning in September. Check the current calendar on the Forms page for specific chapel dates. All NLCA students attend chapel for their age group and bring their Bibles to chapel services. Aftercare Forms and Documents For your convenience, we have placed important and frequently used documents in one easy to locate place on the website. Go to our Forms page for access to these documents. Find Forms & Documents Accreditation Our school is accredited through the National Private Schools Accreditation Group . In the fall of 2022, we began the process of adding three additional accreditations: Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS) National Council for Private School Cognia (formerly known as SACS). NPSAG Certificate of Accreditation Safety Procedures New Life collaborates with Millbrook Police Department and their SWAT team. They review our Emergency Procedures plans and update our teachers during in-service sessions. We train our teachers on safety and emergency procedures in both the summer and winter in-service sessions. On the first day of school, we train our students on our safety and emergency procedures. Additionally, we practice scenarios at least once a month with the entire school that includes the office, our staff, our teachers, and our students. At the next teachers’ monthly meeting, we debrief our responses and discuss ways to improve our procedures.

Kindergarten (K-5) Within a safe and encouraging environment, kindergarteners will work together to create their building blocks of learning. They will learn to count by 100, by ones, twos, and fives, and begin the basics of mathematics. The primary focus is to cultivate the skills and love of reading and writing. Students will learn phonics and special sounds to improve reading prowess and hone their writing skills by beginning to learn cursive letters, as well as the basis of how to write sentences. Back to Academics Scope & Sequence

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Admissions NLCA accepts students regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students. It does not discriminate in admissions policies, educational policies, athletic and other school administered programs. School officials determine grade level placements and teacher assignment. Priority for admissions to NLCA shall be as follows: To presently enrolled students To brothers and sisters of presently enrolled students To members of New Life Christian Center To new families An applicant for K4 must be 4 years old and completely potty trained, K5 must be 5 years old and for the first grade must be 6 years old on or before September 1st in the school year for which the student has applied. The student application for admission must be submitted along with the registration fees. The following guidelines are imposed: Academic testing to determine student readiness will be required. The school must have on file a Certificate of Immunization (IMM-50), or a Medical Exemption (IMM-51) form from the Alabama Department of Public Health or from the student’s physician by the first day of school. Documentation must show evidence of student(s) having received a second dose of measles vaccine. All vaccinations and immunizations must be kept active. A report card of the student’s previous term of work must be presented. A follow up call may be made to the student’s previous school and/or principal. All new students are subject to a nine-week probationary period. This period may be extended as needed. No student will be admitted if he/she is currently under suspension or expulsion or has ever been suspended or expelled. Each case will be carefully examined and is at the discretion of the administration. The parent/guardian of each student must have read the current year’s handbook and agree with the policies as defined. A signature is required to document the agreement, and the document will be kept in the student’s file. Final admission of all students shall be subject to the approval of the principal and the pastor. A student will not be accepted for enrollment if pregnant or sexual promiscuity is known. Please note that once admitted, students could be dismissed if derogatory records or information is received 01. Contact the school office to schedule an evaluation of your student. On this phone call, the staff member will assist you with completion of the Interest Form, which can be found on the Admissions Forms section of our Forms page . 02. Bring your student to the school for the scheduled Evaluation time. Pay the $25 evaluation fee. Depending on your student's age, evaluations may take 30 minutes to an hour or more. You may request we schedule a school tour before, during, or after your student's evaluation. 03. Once your student has been evaluated, the evaluating teacher and the principal will confer. An agreement will be reached regarding the status of your admission application. This status will be communicated to you as soon as possible, but this may take up to a few days. We make every effort to communicate quickly and clearly. 04. Upon acceptance to NLCA, you will be given the student application forms for enrollment. In the case of multiple students enrolling, one form must be completed for each student enrolling. Additionally you will receive a BLUE Student Information card (ONE per student), and a GREEN Financial Agreement card (ONE per family). 05. All forms must be completed and returned to the school office along with payment of all registration fees prior to enrollment. Once forms and registration fees have been received in the office, the student is officially enrolled in NLCA. A Birth certificate and proof of immunization (or certificate of exemption) must be presented at this time as well. 06. Upon successful enrollment in NLCA, your family will be issued information regarding login and password information for Gradelink student information app which is available for parents of students in 1st - 8th grades. A student is not enrolled until all steps have been completed, and we have received all completed paperwork as well as registration. Any book fees not paid by May 1 may delay the timely arrival of your student's books. Financials NLCA is a ministry of New Life Church . The Church provides classrooms, utilities,, equipment and other items necessary to the school's operation. Tuition and fees are used as a supplement to the costs. Please go to our Forms Page for the current Financial Policy, which lists all costs, including Tuition, Books and Fees for each grade, as well as listing our discounted rates for families with multiple children. Forms Page

Pre Kindergarten (K-4) Pre-Kindergarten In our Pre Kindergarten class, we lay the foundation for each child to love learning. Our teachers help students enter into the world around them with excitement and a passion for learning. Using an engaging and supportive atmosphere, our teachers encourage children to ask questions and interact with each other building social skills to last a lifetime. We provide ample opportunities for students to interact with their peers. This is often the first time children this age are encouraged to learn how to play and work together. Our teachers are trained in ways to help students develop a joy of learning to last throughout their lives. ​ Teacher Wish List Back to Academics Scope & Sequence

OUR STUDENTS Our students are built up, encouraged, challenged, and cheered on as they reach small goals and large milestones. We believe each child has built-in giftings from God, and we desire to help them discover and develop their unique gifts. This means we as teachers and staff engage with our students in conversations and a broad range of activities and events to offer them a myriad of opportunities to explore their world. Clubs & Activities Beginning in 2023, NLCA is broadening our Clubs format to include younger students. This quarter, we begin with Art Club and Music Appreciation Club. Students will choose which club best fits their interests. Clubs will meet twice weekly. Our wonderfully talented teachers are exploring the unique opportunities available through student clubs. Clubs become an avenue through which one can share their personal talents and skills as well as offering the freedom of providing a wide range of hobby-based clubs. Our club offerings may change throughout the year, so check back here to see what clubs are offered. After School Activities Once school is dismissed, students should be picked up by 3:15 PM daily. After school, NLCA offers "After Care" a safe After School Care program available 3:15 PM - 6:00 PM. Follow the link to our Parents Page where you will find more details, costs and information about how to register for After School Care. After Care

CONTACT US We love connecting with our families and our community. Here are a few ways you can connect with us. Visit US ADDRESS 4230 AL Hwy 14 Millbrook, AL 36054 EMAIL US records@nlmillbrook.com CALL US 334-285-5615 CHURCH OFFICE HOURS 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CHURCH SERVICES Sundays 10:00 AM You Can Also Contact Us by Form First Name Email Last Name Phone Message Submit Thanks for submitting!

NLCA School Closed May 2024 April 12, 2024 Ecclesiastes 3:1 says, “To every thing, there is a season and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” It is New Life Church’s honor to be the home of New Life Christian Academy for forty-five years. In those forty-five years, we had thousands of students attend. These students heard the Gospel preached on a daily basis while receiving a quality education. New Life provided a caring, loving environment with staff and teachers that ministered love, as well as provided acceptance and encouragement to each student. We have the privilege of seeing and hearing about our students as they have grown to be good citizens, parents, and some grandparents. They entered into every field of employment from doctors to engineers, mechanics, and accountants, as well as missionaries, pastors, and the military. We are proud of the accomplishments that New Life Christian Academy has made and the contributions it gave to our community and to the world as a whole. But, as Ecclesiastes tells us, there are seasons for everything. We believe the season for New Life Church to continue to have a Christian school has come to an end. Therefore, we will not re-open for the 2024-2025 school year. If you already enrolled your student for the 2024-2025 school year, you will receive a full refund. This is not an easy decision; however, we believe it is the best decision. We know that when God closes a door another one opens. We trust God to provide for all our parents and students as they choose new educational opportunities. We also trust God as He leads this church into a new era. We want to thank all the parents, staff, teachers, volunteers, community leaders, and businesses who generously gave of their time and resources over the past forty-five years. We are blessed to have had such amazing support from so many people. Trusting in Jesus, NLCA Administration

Forms & Documents For your convenience, we have placed important and frequently used documents in one easy-to-locate place on the website. If you do not find the document you need, please contact the office . Contact the Office Quick Reference Forms These forms are used most frequently by our parents. Lunch Order Form Lunch Order Forms have been updated. Please begin using the updated forms immediately. Remember that forms are due with payment by Thursday of each week. April Calendar Monthly School calendars have helpful dates for your convenience. The most recent calendars can also be found on your Gradelink app. Scroll down for annual Academic Calendars. Looking for the academic calendar? Scroll down. Annual Forms & Documents Special Situations arise in every family. Here are some forms that will help you communicate the situation in a way that will benefit your student. 20 23-2024 Sch ool Academic Calendar The School Calendar has the full list of important dates including holidays for the 2023-2024 academic year. Looking for the monthly calendar? Scroll up. School Handbook The NLCA School Handbook is used throughout the school year to clearly communicate our policies, procedures and expectations. Please refer to the School Handbook when you have specific questions dealing with these areas. Special Situation Forms Special Situations arise in every family. Here are some forms that will help you communicate the situation in a way that will benefit your student. Pre-Arranged Absence Form We request a Pre-arranged absence form for events that are known several weeks in advance. Prescription Medication Form Parents of Prospective Students desiring to enter grades 1-8 complete this form prior to your student's Evaluation appointment.

ALL ABOUT NLCA Welcome to New Life Christian Academy's website. We are so glad you stopped by to visit. ​ Our History New Life Christian Academy was founded in 1979 as a ministry of New Life Church. Growing from an original class of six students., NLCA has remained true to its roots while moving ahead for God’s glory. NLCA provided the River Region with a unique Christian school experience, having chosen to focus all its considerable resources and talents in training students K-4 through the eighth grade. These students receive a quality education that is fully integrated with God’s Word and Christian principles. Because NLCA was a ministry of New Life Church, from 1979 - 2024 ,the church provided classrooms, utilities, equipment and other items necessary to the school’s operation with tuition and registration fees used as a supplement to the cost. Furthermore, it was the policy of NLCA to engage only personnel of Christian dedication, recognized educational training, and successful experience who complemented the student’s Christian home training. ​ NLCA accepted students regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students. It did not discriminated in admission policies, educational policies, athletic or other school administered programs. ​ NLCA closed its doors following the completion of the 2023-2024 academic year. We were pleased to minister to our community for 45 years of Christian education. While we are no longer ministering through NLCA, we are excited to move into the next phase of ministry to our community. Vision & Values We are an extension of the ministry of New Life Church. We cooperate with the home to educate the student. God is the source of all TRUTH. True education must be based on His revealed Word. Curriculum should provide opportunity for each student, as a special creation of God, to be educated as an individual with his or her unique abilities, personality, & potential. Purpose is to develop in students the "mind of Christ" (Philippians 2:5) so that God's Truth becomes an inseparable part of their lives & thinking processes. Principal's Message Thank you for taking the time to stop by New Life’s website. We want to answer the question: Why New Life for my student? We are here to prepare students for life in a rapidly changing world. James Harvey stated, “Schools have always been about developing students for life and work—and life is much more than earning a living; it is also living a life.” ​ Our priorities at New Life are four-fold: ​ Christ First! Academic Excellence. Arts and Athletics. Accomplished in a safe environment. We apply these four areas so that our students are creative, innovators, learn to think outside the box, have vision and imagination, and be inspired to lead. ​ Our teachers and staff are on the frontlines working with our students. We hire teachers that serve God and others, have a love for the students, are ministry-minded, and have the right skill sets and education to teach. ​ Be Blessed! Ira Q. Collier III Principal, New Life Christian Academy