NCA Weekly Newsletter

April 24, 2026

Dear NCA Families,

It was excellent to see our families attend the 9th-12th grade Poetry & Prose event on Thursday, as well as the 5th & 8th grade families for our Transition Night event on Thursday evening. Thank you to our upper school families for attending both events. We are now just 6 weeks away from the conclusion of this academic year - hard to believe, I know.

I have only a few updates for you this week, and please review the events calendar carefully - so that your family does not miss an event!

End-of-Year Family Celebration: Friday, May 22 (Noon - 2:30 PM)

Location: NCA Athletic Field

Parking Map: to be provided next Friday for all families

Event Purpose: to get ALL NCA stakeholders together for this FREE event, following the last day of school for our scholars. This event our way of saying "Thank You" to all parents, scholars and staff for a great school year!

Parents: must pick-up their scholars at Noon, as there will be no BASE/childcare on Friday, May 22nd. Families can walk the field and enjoy the attractions together - in a carnival-type environment.

Event Attractions:

- Bounce House

- Petting Zoo

- Axe Throwing

- Inflatable Slide

- Inflatable Obstacle Course

- Inflatable Sports Games

- DJ playing Music

- 360 degree camera

- Foam Party

- Popcorn

- Kona Ice Treats

- Ice Cream

- Chick-fil-A food (for scholars re-enrolled for 2026-27)

Last Day of School Note: We will not have individual class parties on the last day of school (5/22), and will instead utilize this event to celebrate as an entire community - together. We are excited to celebrate the conclusion of this school year.

Scholar Dismissal Note: If your family will not be attending the EOY Celebration, we will run an early-dismissal for all pick-ups starting at 11:45 AM.

Please stay tuned for more information coming, and Mark Your Calendars Now - to attend the EOY Family Celebration at NCA on May 22nd!

Virtue of the Month: Honesty

"I will speak the truth and act truthfully with others and myself."

Please continue to read the remainder of this newsletter, as there are many informational items that relate to your scholar and family. We hope that your family has a great weekend, and we look forward to welcoming your scholar back to campus on Monday.

Sincerely,

Mr. Wester

Head of School

April's Pillar of Virtue

HONESTY

I will speak the truth and act truthfully with others and myself.

George Washington and the Cherry Tree

by George Gorgas White

“I know what I don’t know.” - Socrates

Upcoming Events

April 24

Early Release, 12PM

Dissident Project - American Pillars Reception, 6PM

RSVP

April 25

Sports Banquet, 6PM

Tickets

April 30

Poetry & Prose, 6-8th Grades, 8:15AM

Senior Baccalaureate Dinner, 6PM

May 2

PTC Mother Son Dance, 6PM

Tickets

May 11

Kindergarten Pinning Ceremony, 8:15AM

May 18-21

Final Exams, 6-11th Grades

Early Release, 6-11th Grades, 12PM

May 22

Last day of school - early release, 12PM

End of Year Celebration, 12:30-2:30PM

(No BASE)

May 27

Governing Board Meeting, 6PM

Please view our online Events Calendar for all

upcoming events, sports matches and further details.

View Events Calendar Here

Our events calendar is constantly updated to be as accurate as possible. You can also go to the lower right under the calendar to subscribe to it on your preferred calendar system.

View next year's 2026-27 Academic Calendar

Upcoming Testing Dates

April 30 - FCLE, 12th Grade

May 1 - Science EOC, 5th & 8th Grades

May 4 - AP Biology; Testing make ups

May 5 - FAST Reading, 1st & 4th Grades; EOC retakes

May 6 - FAST Reading, 6-10th Grades; 10th Reading retakes and EOC retakes

May 7 - FAST Reading, 2nd & 5th Grades; FAST Math, 6-8th Grades; AP World History

May 8 - AP US History; Testing make ups

May 11 - FAST Reading, K & 3rd Grades

May 12 - FAST Math, 1st & 4th Grades; Biology EOC; AP Psychology

May 13-15 - Senior Final Exams

May 13 - FAST Math, 2nd & 5th Grades; Algebra 1, Geometry, US History EOCs

May 14 - FAST Math, K & 3rd Grades; Civics EOC and EOC make ups

May 15 - Testing make ups and EOC Make ups

May 18-21 - 6-11th Grade Final Exams; Testing make ups

Celebrating the Senior Class of 2026!

Our next Senior Spotlight is Maximo Hormaza.

Maximo has studied at Naples Classical Academy for the past four years.

His favorite piece of literature from the NCA curriculum is "Beowolf."

The most important thing that he has learned while attending NCA is to be able to convey a strong argument.

The virtue that he has most cultivated in his own life while at NCA is Self-Government.

After graduation, he plans to go study at FGCU to become a marine biologist.

Class of 2026

Important Dates

April 30

Senior Baccalaureate Dinner, 6PM

*Parents of seniors - please send your favorite picture

of your senior to Dr. Rochefort.*

May 1

Decision Day

May 9

Senior Experience, 8AM

May 13-15

Senior Final Exams

Early Release, 12PM

May 15

Last day of school for seniors

Graduation ticket request deadline, 3PM

May 20

Graduation Rehearsal, 1PM

May 21

Graduation Ceremony, 5PM

Parents/guardians of seniors, please check your emails regularly for additional information regarding these upcoming events.

**Specific details regarding these events were sent in an email from Mrs. Ellis to all senior families on March 24th. **

Questions regarding senior events should be directed to Dr. Rochefort or Mrs. Ellis.

This will be a private reception bringing together a select group of supporters, educators, and community leaders committed to advancing the pillars of a free society.

This evening will offer a closer look at the work of the Dissident Project and its growing partnership with Naples Classical Academy, highlighting how firsthand voices of freedom are shaping the next generation of American students.

The program will feature remarks from Iranian dissident Tahmineh Dehbozorgi, who will speak on the current situation in Iran and reflect on the enduring strength and global significance of American values. Leaders from Naples Classical Academy will also share brief remarks on the role of education in preserving these principles.

This reception is designed to provide an opportunity for meaningful conversation, connection, and a deeper understanding of how this work can expand.

Earlier in the day, Tahmineh will speak directly with students as part of the Dissident Project’s nationwide effort to bring the lived experiences of authoritarianism into American classrooms. The evening reception offers an opportunity to engage more deeply with that mission.

RSVP to Attend

Please join us as we celebrate our student-athletes, coaches, and an incredible year of NCA Athletics at our annual Sports Banquet!

Date: Saturday, April 25th

Time: 6PM

Location: St. Agnes Church, Parish Hall

This special evening will honor the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our athletes throughout the season. We look forward to celebrating together with our NCA family and community. We hope to see you there!

Get Tickets Here

Preserve those school memories forever.

Don't delay - order your yearbook today!

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Purchase Tickets

Upper School Scholar Opportunity

For children older than 13, we are offering a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) opportunity, where scholars can volunteer, assist staff, and gain leadership experience during our summer camp. Please note that only 4 CIT spots will be available per week. Interested families should contact Mr. Simpreux directly for more information.

**As of April 16th, the rate has increased to $220 per week.**

Note: Current NCA kindergarten scholars who have not yet turned 6 are eligible to attend. Future/non-NCA scholars must be at least age 6 to attend. Please reach out to Mr. SImpreux with any questions.

Looking to Volunteer during a School Event?

All parent/guardian volunteers must be pre-approved ANNUALLY prior to volunteering for any school events. If you were approved for a previous year, you must still re-apply for the current year. See more details on the quick and easy process linked below.

Become an Approved CCPS Volunteer

NCA Online Bookstore

Did you know that our book fair is year round? Please continue to use this link for purchasing books for family and friends to benefit the children and help us grow the classroom libraries (and eventually a school library!) Proceeds from the purchases will go back to our school when you set up your account and link it to Naples Classical.

How does the book fair benefit our school? Watch here.

Don't forget to follow the steps to sign up your child for a book fair account. Follow these steps here.

NCA Bookstore Link