BOWLING GREEN
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Welcome to BG Christian!
We are so glad your family is here. This page is designed to help you feel prepared, informed, and confident as your student begins the school year at Bowling Green Christian Academy.
At BG Christian, our mission is to partner with Christian families to develop life-long disciples who know their unique identity and purpose in Christ. The start of a new school year brings a lot of details, and we want this page to serve as a simple place to find the information, contacts, and next steps you need.
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Your First Steps as a New Family
Starting at a new school comes with a lot of moving pieces, but you do not have to figure it all out alone. These are the most important items to review before the first day of school.
1. Download the BG Christian / FACTS Family App
Stay connected with announcements, calendars, grades, homework, financials, and important school updates. Download this FREE app by clicking the button below or searching "BG Christian Academy" in your app store
2. Review Drop-Off and Pick-Up Procedures
Each campus has specific traffic flow and safety procedures. Please review these carefully before the first day.
3. Know Who to Contact
Questions are normal, and we're happy to help you with anything you may be wondering about.
We have included a contact guide below so you can reach the right person quickly.
4. Watch for Back-to-School Emails
The front office will send important details, including supply lists, dress code reminders, bussing information, calendars, and date reminders.
5. Attend Back-to-School Events
These events help students meet teachers, see classrooms, set up lockers, and feel more comfortable before school begins. See our dates section below.
Important Back-to-School Dates
Mark these dates on your calendar as your family prepares for the start of the school year.
Date | Event | Location | Time |
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Mon. Aug. 17 | Upper Campus Locker Setup and Schedules | Upper Campus | 1p-4p |
Tue. Aug. 18 | Upper Campus Locker Setup and Schedules | Upper Campus | 2p-6p |
Tue. Aug. 18 | 6th-12th Grade New Student Orientation | Upper Campus | 6:30p-7:30p |
Mon. Aug. 24 | All School Back-to-School Night | Lower Campus | 6:30p |
Wed. Aug. 26 | First Day of School for K-12 | LC & UC | N/A |
Wed. Sept. 2 | First Day for Jr. Lions | Lower Campus | N/A |
Thur. Sept. 3 | First Day for Cubs | Lower Campus | N/A |
*Please watch your email for additional back-to-school information from the front office.*
How We Communicate
Strong communication is one of the most important parts of our partnership with families. We want you to feel informed, connected, and confident throughout the year.
FACTS - Family Portal & School App
Your FACTS Family Portal and School App are your main tools for school announcements, calendar events, athletic schedules, student grades, homework for grades 6-12, and financial information. Download the FREE app by clicking the button below or searching "BG Christian Academy" in your app store.
Email Updates
You will receive regular school emails with important reminders, upcoming events, and school-wide updates.
Classroom Communication
Teachers may use tools like ClassDojo or simply email for classroom-specific updates. They will share their preferred communication methods during our Back-to-School night.
Office Hours
The school office is open from Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for general questions. Dial 419-354-2422 and select your campus, or press zero to connect with our administration office.
*Upper Campus office is open by 7:40a and closes at 3:30p
In Person
Sometimes face-to-face is best, and we are happy to assist you! Please feel free to visit your campus office anytime. As a request, if you need to speak with a teacher or staff member during drop-off or pick-up, please park in the designated lot and come into the building. This helps keep traffic moving safely for everyone.
Arrival & Dismissal
Safe and consistent routines help students start and end the day well. Please review the procedures for your student’s campus before the first day of school.
Lower Campus Drop-Off and Pick-Up
Elementary Early Morning Care opens at 7:30am to start our program (see link below for EMC details). Students dropped off between 8:30a-8:45a will not be charged. They are released to their classroom at 8:45a, and class begins at 9am.
At the end of the day, students are dismissed from the gym doors at 3:17p.
Preschool Morning Care is available from 8a-8:45a in a separate space from our K-5. This is free of charge. Upon arrival, follow the signs.
*Please review the Lower Campus drop-off and pick-up handout with the link below for traffic flow, timing, and safety expectations.
Students who are dropped off late or picked up early need to be signed in or out at the front desk of their campus building. Parents are asked to come inside the building to do this.
Attendance and Absences
Reporting an Absence
If your child will be absent from school, please report the absence by calling 419-354-2422 and selecting Option 3, or by emailing the office for your student’s campus.
*Lower Campus Attendance: LowerCampus@bgchristian.org
*Upper Campus Attendance: UpperCampus@bgchristian.org
Planned or Anticipated Absences
For planned absences, families are asked to submit an Anticipated Absence Request form.
Anticipated absence requests should be submitted at least 2 days in advance. Extended absence requests should be submitted at least 1 week in advance. Parents will be notified regarding approval status.
Anticipated Absence forms can be found in your FACTS Family Portal under Resource Documents. You can also use the buttons below to access the forms directly.
What Counts as an Excused Absence?
Excused absences include personal illness or injury, medical appointments, death of a relative, or family emergency. Other special situations may be excused with administrative approval.
Excused and unexcused attendance categories help us track attendance accurately and determine how make-up work is handled.
Grades and Student Progress
Student grades are available through the FACTS Family Portal and FACTS Family App. Midterm grades are updated midway through each quarter, and digital grade cards are made available at the end of each quarter. After the school year ends, final grade cards are printed and mailed home.
For Upper Campus students, individual Family Portal accounts are available to help students and families stay connected to homework, assignments, class materials, and overall progress throughout the year.
Events and Student Life
Throughout the year, students may participate in events and activities that happen outside the normal school day. These moments are a meaningful part of the BG Christian experience and help students grow in confidence, community, creativity, and purpose. This includes but is not limited to:
Event List:
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Lower Campus Christmas and Spring Musicals
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Academic Symposium for grades 5-12 (Winter)
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Authors Night (Spring)
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Spring Arts Showcase (Spring)
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Academy Singers Performances
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Band Performances
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Theater Performances
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Dress-Up Days and Spirit Weeks
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Bible Day (Spring)
*Check the the FACTS calendar for all of our school events and activities.
Who Should I Contact?
We have an amazing team of people who help us fulfill our mission. Here is a quick list to help you get connected to the right person.
Need Help With: | Contact | Email | Phone# |
|---|---|---|---|
Admissions & Enrollment | Mr. Zane Powell | zpowell@bgchristian.org | 419-354-2422 Opt. 4 |
Athletics | Mr. Rob Boron | rboron@bgchristian.org | - |
Attendance - Lower Campus | - | LowerCampus@bgchristian.org | 419-354-2422 Opt. 3 |
Attendance - Upper Campus | - | UpperCampus@bgchristian.org | 419-354-2422 Opt. 3 |
Central Office | Mrs. Allana Bogan | Office@bgchristian.org | 419-354-2422 Opt. 1 |
Director of Academics | Mrs. Suzie Pinkelman | spinkelman@bgchristian.org | 419-354-2422 Opt. 1 |
Finance & Scholarships | Ms. Lisa Baty | Finance@bgchristian.org | 419-354-2422 Opt. 5 |
Head of School | Mr. Bo Kessler | dkessler@bgchristian.org | 419-354-2422 Opt. 1 |
Lower Campus Questions | Mrs. Allana Bogan | LowerCampus@bgchristian.org | 419-354-2422 Opt. 1 |
Upper Campus Questions | Mrs. Bev Spencer | UpperCampus@bgchristian.org | 419-354-2422 Opt. 2 |
Not sure who to contact? Start with the school office, and we will gladly point you in the right direction.
Stay Connected on Social Media
Social media is one of the easiest ways to stay connected with daily life at BG Christian. Throughout the year, our main school Facebook and Instagram pages share school stories, classroom highlights, student celebrations, event reminders, and glimpses of how God is at work in our school community.
We also encourage families to follow the BG Christian Athletics Facebook page. This is where you will find athletics-specific updates, including sports schedules, scores, team highlights, and select livestreams. Following all three pages is a great way to stay connected and celebrate with us throughout the year.
What You'll Find
School Highlights
Classroom moments, student celebrations, campus life, and stories from across the BG Christian community.
Athletics Updates
Sports schedules, scores, team highlights, and select livestreams from the BG Christian Athletics Facebook page.
Ways To Share
Following, liking, commenting, and sharing posts helps more families see what God is doing through BG Christian. It is a simple way to support the school and help others learn about our community.
We Are Glad You're Here!
Life can bring plenty of questions, especially at the beginning of something new. Please know that you are not walking through this transition alone. Our team is here to listen, guide, and support your family as your student begins this next step at BG Christian.
We are thankful for the opportunity to partner with your family and look forward to seeing how God continues to shape your student’s identity, purpose, and growth in Christ!