Lake Charles Charter Academy 4-8

08/31/2026

08/30/2026

Our Lady Chargers volleyball team competed in a tournament at St. Martinville Jr High where they went 2-2. Great job ladies let’s keep pushing forward. 🩶🩵🤍🏐🏐

08/28/2026

💙🎉 As we conclude our Administrator Spotlight series, it is only fitting that we save our final feature for the leader who inspires, challenges, and champions our Charger family every day. We are proud to shine the spotlight on our incredible principal, Mrs. Istre, whose dedication to our students, staff, and school community continues to leave a lasting impact.🎉💙

"As Principal of Lake Charles Charter Academy, I am excited to welcome our new and returning families to another incredible year at LCCA!

At LCCA, we believe that every child deserves to be known, challenged, supported, and celebrated. Our commitment to Leadership, Character, Commitment, and Achievement is at the heart of everything we do as we work together to help every Charger reach their full potential.

This year, we are focused on continuing to build our Charger Legacy—one rooted in high expectations, strong relationships, academic excellence, and a school community where everyone belongs.

To our families, thank you for choosing LCCA and trusting us with your children. Your partnership matters, and together we will make this a year filled with learning, growth, memorable moments, and GREATNESS!

We are FOUR HOUSES. ONE FAMILY. ONE LCCA.
And together, we are working toward our vision of being the #1 educational choice in Calcasieu Parish!

💙🖤 We are Chargers!
LEAD. LEARN. LOVE."

-Kathie Istre

“If you’re going to be here, be here! Every day, the Charger Way!”

08/28/2026

🌟 Admin Spotlight Week: Mr. Franklin Shaw 🌟
As we continue our Admin Spotlight Week, we're proud to recognize Franklin Shaw, our Dean of Discipline and Athletic Director! Mr. Shaw is dedicated to supporting, guiding, and mentoring our students as they grow into successful leaders. We are excited to have him as part of our leadership team and appreciate the positive impact he makes on our Chargers every day.

"I truly enjoy working with our Chargers each day, helping them develop a greater understanding of how to navigate life while increasing their awareness of the importance of education.

One of the main focuses of our Behavior Team is to support, guide, and mentor our students as they navigate the early stages of their journey. We want them to understand that the choices and decisions they make today can have a meaningful impact on the paths they take tomorrow.

Our goal is not simply to address behavior, but to help students grow, develop accountability, learn from their experiences, and make choices that move them toward success.

To our students and staff: Welcome back!"

“LET’S CONTINUE TO CHARGE OUR WAY INTO A FUTURE FILLED WITH SUCCESSFUL CHARGERS!”

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-Franklin D. Shaw,

08/28/2026

08/28/2026

CHARGER NATION ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL. Here is the tentative schedule 26-27 season because things do happen and changes can be made. Support the youth 🏈🩶🩵🤍

08/26/2026

📣 Continuing our Admin Spotlight series, we'd like to introduce our other Assistant Principal, Mrs. Clarke! We are excited for the leadership, support, and positive impact she brings to our students, staff, and families. 💙⚡

"I’m excited and grateful to begin a new school year as an Assistant Principal at Lake Charles Charter Academy! I look forward to supporting our students’ academic and personal growth while building strong relationships with students, families, and staff.
Here’s to a year of leading with love, inspiring growth, developing strong minds, and nurturing good hearts. Let’s make it a great year! 🩵🤍

-Mrs. Batrina Clarke

08/26/2026

Thank you to all of the student-athletes who participated in Lady Chargers Basketball tryouts. We appreciate your hard work, commitment, and the positive attitude you brought each day. Trying out takes courage, and you should be proud of the effort you gave.
Congratulations to the players who made this year's Lady Chargers Basketball Team! Your hard work has paid off, and we are excited for the season ahead. For those who did not make the team this time, remember that setbacks can become opportunities for growth. Keep practicing, stay determined, and continue believing in yourself.
We are proud of all of you. Go Lady Chargers! 🏀💙🤍🩶

08/25/2026

💙⚡ Admin Spotlight: Meet Our Leaders! ⚡💙

At LCCA, our administrators do so much more than keep things running smoothly. They build relationships, support student success, and help create the positive culture that makes our school special. Today, we're excited to spotlight one of our outstanding Assistant Principals, Mrs. Johnson!

"Welcome LCCA Chargers to the 26-27 school year. I am excited to serve as one of your Assistant Principals. With nearly 20 years in education, I remain passionate about student success and positive school culture. My goal this year is to strengthen relationships, support high-quality teaching and learning, and help create a school environment where every student and staff member can grow, learn, and thrive."

-Natalie Johnson