SouthLake Christian Academy

Chess Club New

Players of all skill levels (Grades 6-12) are eligible to join. The purpose of this club is to teach beginners how to play and provide experienced players the opportunity to play both recreational and competitive chess. From competing with fellow students to representing Southlake in regional tournaments this club offers a friendly atmosphere mixed with a love of the chess. The game of Kings!

Membership includes:

1. Weekly chess instruction by experienced players
2. Tournament quality chess sets furnished by Southlake
3. Monthly 1 hour group instruction by world renowned Chess Masters such as Chris Mabe USCF 2309 (Chess World Open winner and NC State Champion)
4. Entry fee for Charlotte Mecklenburg Scholastic Chess Associations Team Tournament being held on April 27th, 2013 (participation in the tournament not required)

Grades: 6th-12th

Cost: $50, per semester

Schedule: Mondays from 3:15p-4:45p; Start date: February 4th, 2013

Contact Person: David Benson, david.benson@suntrust.com

4-Key Student Leadership Discovery Program

This program was started to help students learn what leadership is on the biblical and cultural levels, realize why God created men and women with the capacity to lead and be led, and discover all about how to become the unique leader God created them to be. Student are taught the "4 Keys" to unlocking leadership potential:

1. Fundamentals of Leadership: a survey of proper definition work, theories, and the four factors.
2. You University: personality assessment training, leadership styles, personal leadership grid, and personal S.W.O.T. analysis.
3. The Greshem Principle: identifying local and remote opportunities to learn from other leaders.
4. What's Next?: The development of a deep-roots leaders is characterized by patience and commitment. This section outlines the core disciplines and concepts every leader should study and master. These disciplines and concepts are taught in the 4th-Key Leadership Disciplines and Concepts course. Only 3-4 disciplines and concepts are taught in a single course offering. A different course is offered each fall, spring, and summer.

Grades: 9th-12th

Cost: $225

Schedule: 1st/3rd Wednesday, 3:15p-4:45p; First meeting: February 6th; Final meeting: May 15, 2013

Contact Person: Russ Clemmer, rclemmerslca@yahoo.com

4th-Key: Core Leadership Disciplines and Concepts New

Students who have completed the 4-Key Student Leadership Discovery Program are ready to pursue the core disciplines and concepts of leadership. This semester's "4th-Key" offering will include the following:

1. Teams and Teamwork
2. Organizational Power & Politics
3. Conflict Resolution & Management

Grades: 9th-12th, prerequisite: 4-Key Student Leadership Discovery Program

Cost: $225

Schedule: 2nd/4th Wednesday, 3:15p-4:45p; First meeting: January 30th; Final meeting: May 8th, 2013

Contact Person: Russ Clemmer, rclemmerslca@yahoo.com

JEBA Spring Basketball League

SouthLake's Junior Eagle Basketball Association presents the 2013 spring youth basketball league. The league is managed by SouthLake's Director of Basketball Operations and men's head coach Rodney Monroe. Players will develop basketball skills and further their understanding of the game while being encouraged to compete with the character of Christ.

Grades: K-5th

Cost: SouthLake students: $100 | Non-SouthLake students: $125

Schedule: March-May

Contact Person: Rodney Monroe, rmonroe@southlakechristian.org

JEBA Spring League Registration - Follow this LINK to the Official JEBA webpage

JEMA Wrestling Club

The Junior Eagle Mat Association presents SouthLake's youth wrestling program. Participants can learn the basics of wrestling from SouthLake's wrestling program coaching staff on Monday evenings.

Grades: Kindergarten-5th

Cost: $10 per evening, no term commitment

Schedule: Nov-April 1; every Monday evening;

Contact Person: Justin Stevermer, jstevermer@southlakechristian.org

JEMA Wrestling Club Registration - Follow this LINK to the Official JEMA webpage

Run4HIM CLOSED

SouthLake's youth running club is open to boys and girls. Participants will learn the basics of cross-country training, prepare for a 5K race in April, and engage in Bible lessons designed to teach the importance of exercise. A grand finale 5K race is scheduled for April 27, 2013 in Davidson, NC (Miles for Marnie).

Grades: 3rd-5th

Cost: $50

Schedule: Tuesdays, 3:15p-4:15p; Start date: February 12, 2013

Contact Person: Kim Howlin, khowlin@southlakechristian.org; Meghan Fillnow, mfillnow@southlakechristian.org; Tonya Sullivan, tntsullivan@charter.net

Cheer Camp

Join Coach Vance for a four-day camp this spring. Participants will develop their know ledge of cheerleading, performing routines and teamwork.

Grades: K-5th

Cost: $75

Schedule: April 9-12; 3:00p-5:00p

Contact Person: Kristin Vance, kvance@southlakechristian.org

Art Camp: Contrasts

Mrs. Stowe and Mrs. Mouton will host their spring art camp again! Students will develop their knowledge and interest in Contrasts: the arrangement of opposite elements (light vs. dark colors, rough vs. smooth textures, large vs. small shapes, etc.) in a piece so as to create visual interest, excitement and drama. The planned activities and projects will reinforce creativity and understanding of art concepts and techniques. Students will have the opportunity to create unique pieces of work.

Grades: 2nd-6th

Cost: $90

Schedule: February 25-28; 2:30p-4:30p

Contact Person: Lisa Stow, lstowe@southlakechristian.org; Carolyn Mouton, cmouton@southlakechristian.org

Spring/Easter Craft Camp New

Get ready for another exciting craft camp with Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Spano. Your child will have the opportunity to express their unique personality in many fun and creative ways. You and your child will love his or her finished products!

Grades: 2nd-6th

Cost: $90

Schedule: March 18-21; 3:00p-5:00p

Contact Person: tdavis@southlakechristian.org