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Upper Elementary

3rd, 4th & 5th Grades 

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Third Grade

At Northshore Christian Academy in the 3rd Grade Department, our students are blessed with incredible educators who have the high distinction of: over 51 years of experience teaching.

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Fourth Grade

With Jesus as our focus, our teachers are passionate about providing a nurturing environment that cultivates each child’s curiosity, potential, and growth.

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Fifth Grade

With Jesus as our focus, our teachers are passionate about providing a nurturing environment that cultivates each child’s curiosity, potential, and growth.

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Welcome to our Upper Elementary School! This division consists of 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grades. Your Upper Elementary leadership and support team includes:

  • Upper Elementary Principal – Mrs. Heather Shaw
  • Upper Elementary Assistant Principal – Mrs. Noelle Brown
  • Upper Elementary Executive Assistant – Miss Alexis Griffin
  • K-5th Counselor – Mr. Gene Berge

LEARN ABOUT GRADE LEVEL OBJECTIVES AND MORE

TEACHERS

2024-2025 Teacher List for 3rd-5th Grades and Specialists:

3rd Grade Teachers

  • Kenzie Bullock
  • Mariah Joss
  • Brenda Norby
  • Lindsay Ott
  • Katie Smith

4th Grade Teachers

  • Amy Benton
  • Gayla Boast
  • Katelyn Day
  • Becky Fritz
  • Cindy Quigley

5th Grade Teachers

  • Samantha Archer
  • Alison Doney
  • Joshua Emanuelson
  • Blake Kroeze
  • Natalie Runyon

3rd-5th Specialists Teachers

  • Jeremy Atkins, Orchestra
  • Abbie Broekhuis, PE
  • Kristi Conser, PE
  • Jacie Dewitt, Computers
  • Josh Cummings, Music (4th) & Choir (5th)
  • Carrie Kroeker, Library
  • Linnea Wheaton- Spanish
  • Aubrey Mangle, Music (3rd)
  • Greeny Montances, Project Lead the Way
  • Antje Scott, Library

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THE NCA DIFFERENCE

  • Caring & Professional Staff
  • Arts and Enrichment Classes
  • Advanced Placement in Math and Reading
  • Fine Arts and Foreign Language
  • STEM Program
  • Registered Nurse on-site
  • THRIVE Tutoring Program
  • Weekly Chapel Services
  • Leadership Classes and Clubs

Upper ELEMENTARY HOURS:

3rd-5th Grades
8:30 AM – 3:05 PM / MON-THURS
8:30 AM – 1:05 PM / FRI

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3rd-5th Instagram:   @ncaskyview

 

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Additional programs

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Bible

Daily Bible lessons and weekly chapels help integrate Biblical principles into each of our students’ lives.

Spanish

Spanish

Students develop deeper multicultural awareness as they are immersed in the Spanish language through weekly classes highlighting Spanish songs and games.

Engineering Classes (PLTW)

Engineering Classes (PLTW)

Science is brought to life through discovery and experimentation as our students create projects like simple machines, robots, and other STEM-based activities.

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Music Class

Music is the language of the soul.  Students shine as they learn how to communicate with others through the creation of music with both their voices and instruments. 

Physical Education

Physical Education

Our students learn the importance of physical fitness and working together as a team while laughing, playing and having fun!

Art

Art

Our students learn self-confidence and the rewards of taking risks as they create various projects while following in the footsteps of great artistic masters.

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Recess

We foster interpersonal skills focusing on social and emotional development through supervised free play and organized games.

THRIVE Program

THRIVE Program

The leaders of tomorrow are being shaped and formed through the guidance and support provided by our various extracurricular programs. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We provide AM and PM care for students through our Extended Care Program.

Our Application and Enrollment Process for each new School Year is as follows:

  • New Families – Applications begin January 1st.
  • Current Families – Continuous Enrollment process begins March 1st.

Applications during the current school year are accepted through 2nd quarter. The application process includes a New Student Assessment and there may be a wait-pool for enrollment.

Please see our Join NCA webpage for more information.

Yes! We use Ordo.

Please see our Visit NCA webpage to request a tour of our school. We provide options every week.

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Head of the Team

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Mrs. Heather Shaw

Upper Elementary Principal

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Mrs. Noelle Brown

Upper Elementary Assistant Principal

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Miss Alexis Griffin

Upper Elementary Executive Assistant

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Christmas Chapels on Friday, Dec. 20th:
4th-8th Grades @ 8:40 AM; and K-3rd Grades @ 9:40 AM
Parents are welcome to attend chapels in person, but please be aware that parking will be at minimum. Both chapels will be available via LIVE Webcast.

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