Dear Legacy Christian Academy Families,
Acts of violence have been prominent in the news over the last few weeks. From school shootings to murders in our cities, and yesterday’s shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk on a college campus, our hearts are heavy. These headlines are not just stories from far away; they strike at our sense of safety, justice, and what kind of world our children are growing up in.
Today also marks the twenty-fourth anniversary of the September 11 attacks, a day that remains etched into our nation’s memory. We remember the thousands of lives lost, the families forever changed, and the bravery of those who responded. As we pause to reflect, we recognize that evil and brokenness are not confined to a single moment in history but remain ever present in our world.
In times like this, we turn to our Lord and Savior for comfort, wisdom, and perspective. The words of Psalm 46:1–3, 6–7 bring needed peace and assurance:
“God is our refuge and strength,
a very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way,
though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea,
though its waters roar and foam,
though the mountains tremble at its swelling…
The nations rage, the kingdoms totter;
He utters his voice, the earth melts.
The Lord of hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob is our fortress.”
Safety at Legacy Christian Academy
We want to be very clear: the safety of our students is a top priority at Legacy Christian Academy. While we know we are ultimately held in the hands of the Lord, we do not take our responsibility lightly.
We have invested financial resources each year to enhance our security measures, with:
– Over $1.5 million in upgrades for strong levels of on-campus security
– Fast emergency response capabilities
– Proximity to and coordination with the Frisco Police Department
– A well-prepared and trained staff
Our team has conducted active threat drills, revised lockdown procedures, and continually assesses best practices for campus security. But even in our preparation, we continue to trust in the Lord’s protection every day.
God never promised us an easy road. However, He did promise in Hebrews 13:5 to never leave or forsake us. The Apostle Paul reminds us in 2 Timothy 3:12-16 of the challenges we will face and where we should place our trust:
“Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,
while evil people and impostors will go on from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived.
But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.”
Helping Our Students Process This Moment
In the face of violence, uncertainty, and fear, how do we help our children — particularly our middle and high school students — process these realities?
Our Upper School Principal, Mr. Jeff Veal, encouraged his staff this evening in response to today’s disturbing news. I’d like to share part of his note with you with his permission. I believe it provides a thoughtful framework to engage your own children (with adjustments according to your child’s age):
“As a nation shaped by our Constitution and by shared Judeo-Christian values that protect freedoms such as life, speech, and religion, the taking of a life stands in stark contrast to those principles. We understand that disagreement is never grounds for violence. How we, as believers, respond to moments like this is crucial—both for our witness and the hearts of the young people we shepherd.
Regardless of political affiliation, we can stand firmly on God’s truth and the sanctity of life, recognizing that events like this press our students to wrestle with profound and complex issues.
As believers and educators, I encourage you, when it makes sense in conversation with students, to:
– Reaffirm our commitment to civil discourse. The sharing of ideas is essential and welcomed.
– Highlight the importance and value of every human life.
– Model honoring others with dignity and respect.
– Take time to listen well, ask thoughtful questions, and guide students as they process living in a fallen world.
– Recognize these moments as powerful opportunities to engage students who are thinking as emerging young adults, and don’t be afraid to frame truth clearly from a Christian worldview.
Thank you for the way you shepherd hearts and minds each day. Our students are watching what we teach and how we respond. May our words and actions point them to Christ, even in moments of uncertainty…” – Mr. Jeff Veal, Upper School Principal
A Call to Faithful Presence
This cultural moment is sobering, but not hopeless. We live in a fallen world, but we do not live without hope. As followers of Christ, He calls us to live as salt and light (Matthew 5:13-16), to be ambassadors of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:20), and to train our children in the way they should go (Proverbs 22:6).
Let us come together in prayer, wisdom, preparation, and unwavering trust in our sovereign God.
Trusting in our Savior,
Kevin Mosley
Head of School
Legacy Christian Academy
Legacy Christian Academy is Frisco's preeminent Pre-K through 12 Christian school committed to educating students in a college preparatory environment balanced in academics, athletics, and fine arts–all within the context of a biblical worldview. For more information on Legacy, visit our admissions page.