Welcome to Ridge Christian Academy!

If there's one thing I believe with my whole heart, it's that every child deserves to be seen, heard, valued, and loved.

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I've spent more than 20 years in education, but some of my greatest lessons about children haven't come from a classroom. They've come from being a mom.

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My experiences as a foster mom and adoptive mom have shaped the way I see children, families, and education. They've taught me that every child has a story, that relationships matter deeply, and that sometimes the children who need the most understanding are the ones who have the hardest time asking for it.

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I've also learned that children don't all learn, grow, communicate, or experience the world in the same way. And I believe that's something to embrace, not something to change.

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At RCA, our goal isn't to make every child fit into the same mold. It's to recognize the unique gifts God has placed within each child and help them grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

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One of the things I treasure most about our small school is the opportunity to truly know our students. We celebrate their victories, encourage them through challenges, and work alongside their families to help them flourish.

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We take academics seriously, but we also believe childhood should be filled with joy, curiosity, laughter, and discovery. And our faith isn't simply something we teach during Bible class or chapel. It's the foundation of how we love our students, support our families, and care for one another.

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My hope is that when you walk through our doors, you feel it. That you see children who are happy to be here, teachers who genuinely love what they do, and a community where belonging isn't something a child has to earn.

I'd love to meet you, hear your family's story, and show you what makes RCA such a special place.

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With joy and gratitude,

Angela Leyba, M.Ed.
Principal, Ridge Christian Academy

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Loving God. Loving Others. Empowering Learners.