News | Week of March 9th
- Legacy Academy
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THIS WEEK
T: Junior High Track Meet @ Caddo Hills Starting at 2:00 P.M.
W: Follies Practice 3-430p (Upper Level Only)
Th: Senior High Track Meet @ Caddo Hills Starting at 2:00 P.M.
F: Report Cards
Sat: Junior & Senior High Track Meet @ Conway
LOOKING AHEAD
March 17 | Spring ACT for 9th-12th Grade
March 17 | Junior High track Meet @ Mena 3:00pm
March 23-27 | Spring Break
March 28 | Tentative--Junior & Senior High Track Meet @ Conway
March 28 | HCAA Senior High All-Star Basketball Game
NEXT MONTH:
April 1 | Legacy 4H
April 3 | Good Friday (No School)
April 6 | Junior High Track Meet @ Waldron 3:00pm
April 9 | Senior High Track Meet @ Waldron 3:00pm
April 10 | Spring Follies
April 25 | Spring Formal
Lunch this Week:
Monday | Fish, Hushpuppies, Baked Potato, Pinto Beans, Fruit, & Milk
Tuesday | Baked Leg Quarters with White Barbecue Sauce, Baked Beans, Cheesy Potatoes, Bread, Fruit, & Milk Wednesday | Lasagna, Corn, Caesar Salad, Bread, Fruit, and Milk
Thursday | Lemon Pepper Chicken with Wild Rice, Grilled Vegetable Bread, Fruit, & Milk
Friday | Cheeseburgers, Fries, Lettuce, Tomato, Fruit, Cookie & Milk
Athletics Details for the Week:
Track practice this week: Monday in Mineral Springs 3-5 pm,
Friday 2:15-3:30 pm during Athletics period
All basketball team members are expected to participate in track and field as part of off-season conditioning.
Off-Season Basketball workouts for all teams will resume in April. Athletes will receive more details soon.
Our First Meets of the Season are Here!
Junior High Track Meet March 10 2:00 PM
Caddo Hills High School – 2268 AR-8, Caddo Gap, AR 71935
Departing school at 12:00 PM
Senior High Track Meet March 12 2:00 PM
Caddo Hills High School – 2268 AR-8, Caddo Gap, AR 71935
Departing school at 12:00 PM
Entry fee for spectators will be $5 per person or $10 per car
Please send:
Sunscreen
Snacks
Money for dinner
We will update return times via Remind.
Junior & Senior High Track Meet, Saturday, March 14th-Conway
We will also have a Junior/Senior meet in Conway on Saturday, March 14. Track members will need to be at the school no later than 5:00 A.M.
Let’s start the season strong! If your athlete will not be able to attend any of these meets, please let Coach Webb know ASAP. We must register and pay for athletes in advance, and sometimes one athlete is the deciding factor in whether we can enter a relay team. It is very important that we know ahead of time if your athlete cannot attend.
Please review the live schedule on the website and notify the coach if any conflicts arise.
We are also considering a meet on March 28 in Conway. If your athlete would be interested in traveling back to Conway that weekend, please let the coach know so we can determine if we have enough athletes to enter.
Below you’ll find the linked schedule. If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach Webb or Coach Garner.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1RDGP9CJ8idBi9cg79DGMg_8H6qf56eZIURAkJCCDdhk/edit?usp=sharing
EFA Renewals & Applications -- Open March 9th!
The Education Freedom Account (EFA) renewal and application process for the 2026–2027 school year opens March 9 and runs through June 1, 2026. We strongly encourage families to complete this as soon as possible to ensure there are no interruptions to next year’s funding.
Renewals (Current EFA Students)
Families with students already approved for EFA must complete a renewal survey in ClassWallet to continue receiving funding next year. Beginning March 9, families will see a pop-up in ClassWallet that says “Action Required: Pending Survey.” You may choose “Complete Now” or “Remind Me Later,” but the reminder will continue appearing each time you log in until the survey is completed.
Please note:
A separate survey is required for each student account if you have multiple students in EFA.
You will be asked to confirm next year’s grade level and school.
All questions must be completed before submitting the survey.
New EFA Applicants
Students who are new to the EFA program must complete an application through FACTS, also beginning March 9.If you need assistance with the renewal or application process, please contact Mrs. Hernandez or Mrs. Kesterson in the front office.
Summer Schedule Coming Soon!
Parents, we are happy to announce that we will again offer some summer camps at Legacy Academy this year. We hope your students will participate in as many as they can to stay involved and connected. We love seeing students on campus during the summer for service hours, camps, and ball practice. If you want to volunteer for some camps, please let the office know of your skills, interests, and availability. We aim to have a Summer Schedule out by March 15th!
Spring Follies -- April 10th
Our annual Spring Follies is coming up, and we’re excited to see our students showcase their creativity, talent, and hard work!
📅 Performance Date: April 10, 2026 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
Upper Level Follies Practice Schedule
Upper Level students will begin preparing for the performance with the following after-school practices:
March 11 (Wed) | 3:00–4:30 PM
March 19 (Thu) | 3:00–4:30 PM
March 31 (Tue) | 3:00–4:30 PM
April 2 (Thu) | 3:00–4:30 PM
April 7 (Tue) | 3:00–4:30 PM
April 8 (Wed) |3:00–4:30 PM Tech Rehearsal
April 10 (Fri) | 3:00–4:30 PM Dress Rehearsal
Lower-level practices will take place during regular school hours.
We’re looking forward to an amazing show! Mark your calendars—you won’t want to miss it!
Spring Formal — Save the Date: April 25th
We’re excited to announce that the Legacy Academy Spring Formal for Freshmen through Seniors is officially on the calendar!
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Avalon Keep Botanical Gardens
Avalon Hall
4671 Hwy 8 W
Mena, Arkansas 71953
This charming venue at Avalon Keep — nestled in the beautiful botanical gardens west of Mena — offers an elegant backdrop for a memorable night of music, dancing, and celebration!
Tickets:
$50 per student (includes dinner)
Parents are welcome to attend — just purchase a ticket and join the fun!
Deadline to order tickets is March 30, 2026. You can purchase them online or in the front office.
Attire:
Students should dress in formal attire suitable for the occasion. All dresses and formal outfits must be pre-approved by the Legacy Formal Team, just as we do for Homecoming.
Please review the Legacy Formal Dress Code Guidelines.Transportation & Carpooling:
We encourage families and students to coordinate rides and carpooling with one another to make getting to and from the event easier and more fun! Organize with friends, reach out to other parents, or partner for travel arrangements — let’s make sure everyone can be there!
All students in grades 9-12 are expected to attend.
Please reach out to the front office if you have any questions about tickets, dress code, or ride planning. We can’t wait to celebrate with you on April 25th!
Make Your Mark -- Youth Tour 2026
Southwest Arkansas Electric is looking for outstanding students to join the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas Youth Tour, an all-expenses-paid, weeklong leadership experience in our nation’s capital from June 13-19. Apply today to make your mark!
Highlights of the Past Week
Read Across America Celebration 📚
Our students had a wonderful time celebrating Read Across America this week!
Classrooms were filled with excitement as students enjoyed special read-alouds, fun activities, and time spent exploring great books. It was a great opportunity to remind our students how fun and important reading can be.
A special thank you to all of the community members, families, and guests who came to read to our students. We truly appreciate you helping make this celebration so special and inspiring a love of reading in our kids!
Warriors Participate in NCSAA Tournament
Our Senior boys traveled to Xenia, Ohio, to participate in the National Christian School Athletic Association's national postseason basketball tournament. We won and lost games. And while we didn't finish with a banner or a trophy, it was an excellent time where we wrapped the season up strong for senior James Bartek and saw our freshman players step up big. The work they do this summer is going to pay off for us on the court next year!
Congrats to Our All - Star Basketball Players
Congratulations to the Warriors and Lady Warriors who were selected for the
2026 All-Star Game!
Senior James Bartek
Ranked #8 in Arkansas for rebounds per game
Senior Skylar Alexander
Ranked in the top 15 in Arkansas rebounds, total free throws, and points per game
Junior Manolo Vázquez
Scored 634 points this season
Sophomore Silas Lofton
#1 in Arkansas for 84 successful 3-pointers
Sophomore Libbie Bartek
Ranked top 5 in Arkansas for rebounds per game and points per game
We are so proud of their hard work this season and can't wait to watch them play March 28th with the rest of the All-Star teams!
Legacy Wellness Challenge
The Legacy Student Wellness Challenge is underway! This schoolwide health initiative is teaching students to build healthy habits through movement, hydration, rest, and wise nutrition as part of learning the biblical principle of stewarding their bodies well. These daily disciplines support stronger bodies, clearer minds, and Christlike character.
Parents are invited to join us at Monday assemblies, where the leading House for the week will be announced, and you can see what students are working on! We’re excited to partner with families as we encourage students to grow stronger every day.
Weekly Wellness Tips
Did you know that even mild dehydration can affect focus and energy levels? Losing just 1–2% of the body’s water can reduce concentration and increase fatigue. Encourage your student to start the day with a full glass of water and carry a water bottle throughout the day—a simple habit that helps fuel both body and mind.
Weekly Assembly
Every Monday at 2:15 pm, we will have our school-wide weekly worship and assembly. Parents are always welcome to attend!
Don't forget that every Thursday at 7:50 am Mr. Gallagher is a guest on KDQN 92.1's morning show, The Morning Brew. This time is dedicated to talking about Legacy Academy and encouraging area parents in raising children with Biblical values. Tune in.
ACE Scholarships Now Open
ACE Scholarships are now open for eligible families. Scholarships are awarded based on household income. Families currently receiving an ACE Scholarship must reapply each year to continue receiving funding.
How to Apply or Renew:
Confirm your family meets ACE income eligibility guidelines
Identify an ACE partner private school
Complete the school’s application and enrollment process
Complete the ACE Scholarships application, and upload required documents (prior-year 1040 tax return, child support, SNAP, etc.)
Applications may be started, saved, and completed later, but must be fully submitted by April 15 to be considered. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the school office.
Re-Enrollment for 2026–2027 is now open!
We are already prayerfully planning for the 2026–2027 school year and would love to know your family’s intentions. If you anticipate your student returning to Legacy Academy, please take a moment to complete the Re-Enrollment Application by March 6th. Your response helps us plan effectively for classes, staffing, and resources. We are grateful for your continued partnership!
Make it a WIN-WIN: If a new family enrolls new students and lists you as the referral reason they are applying, then you will receive a $250 credit in the Warrior Shop for the next school year!
We are Hiring!
For NEXT YEAR: We are looking to add teachers in the Upper Level and Lower Level. We
are also hiring an additional para-professional to tutor in the Empowerment Lab.
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