The thought of encouraging your child to play video games may be frightening for a parent. You might be thinking it’s a waste of time or can have a negative influence on your child. But don’t go banning this entertainment outlet in your household just yet. We’ve advanced tremendously from the console-based games we grew up with and now favor cell phones, tablets, computers, and other electronic devices that make gaming more affordable and accessible. Surprisingly, there are a tremendous amount of benefits that come from the new technologies in the gaming world. We have laid out the information that explains why video games can actually have a positive impact on your child’s cognitive development!
Teacher Spotlight: Dr. Heather Knight
North Tampa Christian Academy is extremely honored to have the prestigious Dr. Heather Knight on our upper level team. An academic specialist who teaches dual enrollment English classes to students in the ninth to 12th grade, Dr. Knight has extensive education experience in writing and literature. Learn more about her and how she became part of the NTCA family!
Choosing the Right College
You were there when they took their first steps. You were there when they spoke their first words. You were there when they learned how to ride their first bike. Now, you’ll be there when they finish their high school journey, prepare for college, and grow into adulthood. Although choosing the right college is an exciting process, it can also be a stressful and overwhelming task. It’s never too early to start researching, so we’ve developed a guide to help you make a final decision.
Choosing Extracurriculars
North Tampa Christian Academy is a projected-based learning school that focuses on your child’s passions and helping them grow. That’s why in addition to regular classes, extracurriculars are just as important for your child’s education. Our schools believe that students and their families have a say in what they learn. By choosing their own path, you’ll be raising a happy, healthy, and motivated child. We’ve developed a guide to help you choose the right extracurriculars for them.
Principal Spotlight: Terry Griffin
North Tampa Christian Academy is pleased to introduce next year’s 9th-to-12th-grade principal! Hailing from Maryland, Terry Griffin has an extensive background in education. Her resume lists middle school teacher, high school teacher, superintendent associate, academic dean at John Hopkins, and now, principal again! To prepare for these prominent roles, Griffin received a B.S. in education, an M.Ed. in curriculum instruction and assessment, Ed. S in curriculum and instruction leadership, Ed. D in educational leadership, plus a principal fellowship with New York Leadership Academy. Without a doubt, her qualifications and experience are incomparable! When she was a child, she wanted to be a CNN reporter. Because she decided to skip the newsroom for the classroom, North Tampa is so blessed to have her!