House placement is determined annually by the Student Life Director in collaboration with the Dean of Family Ministries. Assignments are made prayerfully and strategically to maintain balanced House communities while supporting the mission and culture of Legacy Christian Academy.

Students selected to serve in Associated House Council leadership positions may complete an application process and/or receive an invitation to interview prior to finalizing House leadership appointments for the upcoming school year. Leadership appointments are determined before House rosters are finalized whenever possible.

House placement decisions are considered final. Requests to transfer between Houses are granted only under exceptional circumstances and must be submitted to the Dean of Family Ministries for review. Because each House is intentionally balanced and designed to cultivate long-term relationships, changes in House assignment are rare and may significantly impact the student community.

One of the primary purposes of the House System is to encourage students to broaden their friendships, develop relationships across grade levels, and grow within a diverse Christ-centered community.

Therefore, requests for reassignment based solely on existing friendships or social preferences will not be considered.

Participation is an essential part of the Legacy Christian Academy student experience. Every student in grades 7–12 is expected to actively engage in House activities, meetings, service opportunities, competitions, and spiritual development experiences as members of the House community.

Students are expected to attend all scheduled House meetings, chapel small groups, and House competitions unless excused by Administration. Participation strengthens House unity, encourages school spirit, and builds meaningful relationships across grade levels.

Students who are unable to participate in a scheduled House competition for medical, academic, or other extenuating circumstances must receive prior approval from the Student Life Director and or Dean of Family Ministries.

Students who earn House points through extracurricular activities, athletics, academic competitions, fine arts, leadership, or approved service opportunities will continue to contribute those points to their House, even if they are unable to participate in every House event.

The Associated House Council (AHC) is the official student leadership organization of Legacy Christian Academy. Through the House System, students are given opportunities to serve their peers, strengthen school culture, organize meaningful traditions, and represent the student body with Christ-like character.

Leadership at Legacy Christian Academy is founded on the biblical principle of servant leadership. Student leaders are called to lead through humility, integrity, wisdom, and faithful service rather than authority or recognition. Every leadership position exists to glorify God by serving others and contributing to a thriving Christ-centered community.

Associated House Council leaders are entrusted with representing the student body, collaborating with faculty and administration, communicating student perspectives respectfully, planning events, fostering House culture, and encouraging spiritual growth among their peers.

Because student leaders serve as examples to the school community, they are held to a high standard of conduct, responsibility, and Christian character. Leadership is not simply a title to hold, it is a calling to faithfully serve others in a manner worthy of Christ.

"Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness." James 3:1

House Points are awarded throughout the school year through House activities, competitions, service opportunities, academic achievements, character development, and student participation. The purpose of the House Point System is to encourage students to demonstrate the values of the Associated House System, celebrate positive contributions, and strengthen House community and identity.

Ways to Earn House Points

House Points may be earned through:

1. House Battles and competitions.

2. House events and activities.

3. Service opportunities and community involvement.

4. Demonstrating LCA values and character.

5. Student participation, encouragement, and House spirit.

6. Special House challenges and initiatives throughout the year.

House Battle points will serve as a primary contributor to the overall House standings, with additional points earned through participation, service, and student engagement.

House participation, enthusiasm, teamwork, and encouragement during House gatherings are recognized and contribute to the overall spirit and success of each House.

House Advisors are members of the Legacy Christian Academy faculty and administration who are selected to mentor, encourage, and support students within the Associated House System. Advisors serve as the bridge between House Leadership Council students and school leadership, providing guidance, wisdom, accountability, and encouragement.

House Advisors are called to be encouragers, mentors, and trusted advisors for their House. They should intentionally invest in their House Leadership Council members while also creating a welcoming environment where students feel supported, valued, and safe to seek guidance. Strong faculty leadership plays a vital role in the success of the House System. Advisors must commit to actively participating in the growth and development of their House by:

• Building meaningful relationships with House members.

• Encouraging and supporting student leaders.

• Providing guidance and wisdom while allowing students to develop their own leadership style.

• Helping House Council members establish yearly goals, objectives, and initiatives.

• Supporting accountability toward those goals throughout the year.

Accountability for House objectives and overall House development will be maintained through the Dean of Family Ministries and Student Life Leadership.