September: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

It is September and fall has arrived! However, one thing many people do not know is that September is Childhood cancer awareness month. The purpose of childhood cancer awareness month is to remember the children that have lost their battles with cancer, support those still fighting, and inform others of the truth and reality of childhood cancer. People do not realize how many families are affected by childhood cancer each year! According to Cancer.org about 10,380 children in the United States under the age of 15 will be diagnosed with cancer in 2015. Childhood cancer rates have actually increased in the past several years. But, fortunately treatments have become more affective. 80% of children who have undergone cancer treatment now survive at least 5 years or more out. Survival rates still depend on cancer type and treatment type, but for the most part significant improvements have been made. In order to continue improving treatments and allowing the survival rate to increase, childhood cancer research needs more funding than it is currently receiving from the government. So this September remember to honor those who have fought the battle against childhood cancer, and show support to those still fighting. Comment below and tell us what you think!

Written by Hannah Kjelvik 

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Fall Favorites

Fall has officially begun. Leaves are changing color, the air is getting cooler, and it is time for some of my favorite things! I'm not sure about anybody else but autumn is my favorite season. For whatever reason it makes me happy… Probably because fall just makes me think of all things warm & cozy. There are so many things that I love about this season, so below are my top 10 favorite things about fall.

1. Bonfires. Something about sitting around the fire with family and friends just makes me genuinely happy inside… THE BEST
2. Cozy nights in with friends. Another one of my absolute favorite things to do this time of year is chill out with my friends and have a movie night. Yes, you can do this any time of year but hot chocolate chit chat are all the better in the chilly days of autumn.
3. Fall Festivals. Fall festivals and other fall events in the community are always fun if you're looking for something to do.
4. Fall Photography. There is no better time for photography than fall. Who doesn't love the warm colors and the leaves transitioning?
5. Leaves EVERYWHERE: The only thing more enjoyable than snowball fights? Pelting your friends in the face with the literal colors of fall. I also really like throwing myself into piles of leaves, even though they’re never as soft as they look.
6. Seasonal Foods/ Seasonal Drinks. Two words… PUMPKIN SPICE
7. Fall candles. Nothing makes me feel more cozy than a fall candle. I repeat… PUMPKIN SPICE
8. Fall DIY Projects. There are so many fun, fall DIYs. If you get bored this autumn head on over to Pinterest and get creative!
9. SWEATER WEATHER. Finally! It is here! Now that fall is upon us I can shamelessly live in huge comfy sweaters and leggings. <3
10. Thanksgiving. Of course when I think about fall, I can’t help but think about of  one of my favorite holidays. Turkey for days.

Written by Hannah Kjelvik

What do you think? Have any other fall favorites or tradition? Comment below!!

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New Additions to the Hampton Christian Teaching Staff

    Hampton Christian Academy has gained several new teachers this school year. These new teachers include; Mrs. Norton (Drama), Mrs Breyer (Mathematics), Mr. Brickhouse (History, Government, World Religions, Journalism, English), Mrs Brickhouse (Economics, P.E.), Mrs. Santiago (Spanish), Mrs. Gorcia (Physics, Mathematics), and Mrs. Black (music). Each of these teachers bring a new light and a new perspective to Hampton Christian. 
    Mrs. Norton, who used to be the Greek Life Coordinator at Radford University said that her favorite thing about teaching is, “when the light comes on, when students learn something new that they didn't know yesterday.” Mrs. Norton is also excited to see what God will do through the performing arts class this year.     When asked what her favorite thing about teaching is Mrs. Breyer said, “ I love the interaction with the students , especially seeing when they get it.” 
    Mr. Brickhouse came to be a teacher at Hampton Christian after being coach of the varsity basketball team in the 2024-2015 school year. He said, “I wanted to be a more important piece of the Hampton Christian community.” Mr. Brickhouse is most excited for this years basketball season and a chance to reinvigorate the schools’ sense of spirit. 
    Out of all the changes made at Hampton Christian this year, students seem to be especially loving the new teacher additions! 

- Hannah Kjelvik

Why New Students Chose HCA

What makes Hampton Christian Academy great? Is it the athletes? Is it the teachers? Is it the young principal we have?  No, it is the growing student body. Each year, we have more new students coming in for many different reasons. For example, sixth grader Gabriel Banzinger said he came to this school because he wanted to learn more about Christ. Connor Kennedy, an eighth grader, said his other school would not work with him on holding him back so that he could get better grades, but we did.

Some of the new students, like Will in eighth grade have said our school is a lot smaller then his old school. Even though we may be a small school, we are big in our love and care for new students. We will continue to grow in size and our love for Jesus Christ. 

- Hannah Kjelvik

Disney Expo 2015

Calling all Disney fanatics! There was no better place for you to get your Disney fix than the Disney Expo. This year's expo was held at the  California Anaheim Convention Center on August 14-15. According to the Daily Herald, the D23 Expo was the “ultimate fan experience." There was a wide variety of things to do and see at this year's expo. Some exciting things included special guest speakers, a vast amount of Disney booths, shopping, and some of the latest Disney games. One guest speaker that was a total surprise, was Johnny Depp! Fans were excited to see their favorite Pirates of the Caribbean star. Exclusive members also had a chance to hear some of the latest Disney info, watch special viewings of Disney movies, and more. Several new Disney movies will come out in the next few years, and many fans were excited to hear more information about them at the expo. Some of these upcoming movies include: Star Wars: The Force Awakens (December 18th 2016), The Jungle Book (April 2016), and Finding Dory (June 2016). Unfortunately, the next Disney expo is not until 2017! In the meantime, Disney will have plenty of new, exciting things.

- Hannah Kjelvik