"AN EVENING OF CHRISTMAS FUN"

Miss Julie Love, BBA's music and band instructor, put on a wonderful program last night in BBC's Spanish Chapel! Our Senior High Choir, Advanced Band, and Senior High Drama delighted the near-capacity crowd with stirring Christams music and acting. There were fun facts, trivia questions, a Christmas costume contest- won by our very own Mary Stubbs- and door prizes. If you would like to get a DVD or CD of the performance, simply email your request to kandrews@bbcfnc.org- the cost is only $8.00.

DA

THANKSGIVING IS UPON US!

A lot has transpired since October 1st. Our Cross Country teams each took 4th place in the state in their first year of competition. Emily Dundore placed 2nd in the state! Berean Baptist Academy unveiled its new lighted school sign that also has a marquee. Our girls Varsity volleyball team took 4th place in the 2A division of our state! Seventeen of our senior students traveled to Pensacola Christian College in Florida to experience college life for 2 days. This trip was made possible by the funding of ABeka curriculum which is produced there on the PCC campus. Several of our seniors and their families have made trips, or will be making trips, to other Christian colleges in the days and weeks to come. Five of our Advanced Band members participated in the NCCSA State Band Festival held at Wake Christian Academy in Raleigh. These were several days of intense instruction that culmintaed with 3 fantastic concerts given on Saturday, November 15th. Basketball tryouts were held, completed, and teams chosen for the 2008/2009 Bulldog season! All 4 teams played their first games on Tuesday, November 18th at Massey Hill Baptist Church. JV boys lost a heartbreaker 37-35 in overtime. The JV girls, Varsity girls, and Varsity boys each won their contests. Thanksgiving break begins 1 week from today. This is an extremely special time for believers to spend time with their family and friends as we reflect upon how good our God really is to us and to our nation. Thank you, Lord, for all of your good and perfect gifts!

DA

Where Have I Been??

I want to apologize to anyone who may view this blog regularly- I have been delinquent in keeping up with my writings because....No reason! Life always throws many challenges into our path, and we are the ones who need to humble ourselves before our mighty God and seek His will and His direction for our lives. So much has transpired over the past 6 months that my head is spinning just to think of all that God has allowed and brought us through as a ministry.

Our 2008 seniors raised tons of money and spent a fun-filled week in New York City with their sponsors: Mr. and Mrs. Woosley and Mr. and Mrs. Baughan.
Garduation 2008 was an emotional time of reflection and giving of thanks by our seniors to those who truly deserve it- Moms and Dads.
God blessed in tremendous ways this summer as we were able to open our new, state-of-the-art Preschool building; paint all of the classrooms and hallways; enoyed a stirring time in Teacher InService; and had a great Parent/Teacher Orientation night to prepare for the new year.
God blessed in a wonderful way as we began the school year with 335 precious children- all praise to Him for supplying us with good families, again!
Pastor Sean determined to take all of our high school students to 3 days of "school camp" at The Acnchorage in Lake Waccamaw, NC. God did a huge work in the lives of our students and adult sponsors as we enjoyed challenging messages, had lots of fun with team competitions- won by our senior class!- saw great examples of student leadership, and simply enjoyed ourselves together as a school. We saw 2 of our precious new students come to know the Lord as their personal Savior!!
Our varsity volleyball team took 3rd place in our annual Bulldog Classic, and our boys soccer team took 2nd in the same tournament.
Here we are, midway through the 1st quarter of school, and God is working in the lives of our students in tremendous ways as the spirit of the Academy is "heavenly!"

All praise and honor to Him who makes life and eternal life possible!

DA

2008 BEREAN BAPTIST SPRING FORMAL

Friday, March 28th saw the BBA gymnasium turned into an amazing, enchanted castle where over 50 senior high students from several different schools were treated to a wonderful night at the "Masquerade Ball." Mrs. Kimberly Morrison and her many helpers worked tireless hours to make this year's formal one of the best ever! Amid the lights, candles, draperies and other decorations were the sounds of the "Phantom of the Opera" soundtrack. Mrs. Naomi Hooks cooked a fabulous dinner of salad, rolls, vegetables, potatoes, and cornish hens that was finished off by homemade desserts and Cheescake Factory cheescake. A "roasting" of outgoing youth pastor Steve Rahn was followed by games, senior superlatives, farewell videos and, many other enjoyable events that made the night a phenomenal experience for all who attended. Many, many, many heartfelt thanks to all of those adults, high schoolers and junior high students who gave so much of their time and energy to make the formal a wonderful success!

DA

MILITARY CHILDREN- COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

This entry is intended for all children of military parents- active or retired. The following scholarships are available for those students heading to college in the fall. Scholarships are limited, and there is a time frame for each that must be met in order to be considered. Simply check the website to see if you or your child may qualify.

*2008 American Patriot Freedom Scholarship- 25 scholarships/$1000 each
www.homefrontamerica.org
*Army Emergency Relief Scholarship Program- www.aerhq.org
*Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation- www.mcsf.com
*MOAA Scholarship- 25 scholarships/$1000 each www.moaa.org
*Navy-Marine Corps Relief SocietyEducation Program- www.nmcrs.org
*SAT/ACT Prep Program for Military Families- www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil
*Scholarships for Military Children- $1500 scholarships www.militaryscholar.org
*Seabee Memorial Scolarship Foundation- www.seabee.org

FAMILY IS IMPORTANT

As you can read in my profile, I have a wonderful family who, next to my God, are the most important people in my life. My loving, dedicated wife of nearly 23 years is one of the best teachers that I have ever had the privilege of working with or supervising. She truly amazes me at times with the way she can handle situations in her classroom and manage those students who seem very difficult to reach. God has truly gifted her to be an excellent teacher.
My daughter Ashley is finishing her 2nd year at Pensacola Christian College as she pursues a nursing degree. My "little girl" is a beautiful, sensitive young lady who will make a "killer" nurse some day!
Keith is an energetic, helpful, active 8th grader who always wants to please those whom God has ordained as his authority. I am sure he gets that trait from his Mom's side of the family!
My oldest son Gregory is a junior in high school and is currently struggling to find God's will for his life as far as his vocation is concerned. Sandra and I covet your prayers as we counsel and encourage Greg to let the Holy Spirit open his heart to the direction he should follow. Knowing what God wants for you to do for your life is essential, but Greg is also praying for leadership as to where he should attend college. It is good in life for people to struggle- they are at least paying attention to that dilemna that they are facing.
What about your family? Have you thought recently of how blessed you are to have that spouse, child, friend, pastor... Give God all the glory for that relationship and its significance in your life on a daily basis. What struggles are they experiencing that you could come alongside them as their advocate, counsellor, or a shoulder to cry on? As Pastor Sean always reminds us- relationships are key for them and for us! Share your love and appreciation to your family members today and consistently to keep the "fire burning!"

DA

FOREIGN STUDENTS

Berean Baptist Academy is one of the very few schools- public, private, or Christian- in the state of North Carolina that has the capability of allowing foreign studnts to enter the USA on a student visa. We are registered with SEVIS, the government agency that investigates each potential foreign student and gives them clearance to study here. We currently have 4 students attending BBA through this program- a 5th grader, two 7th graders, and a freshman in high school- all from South Korea. Many students come here and audit classes- attending classes for no credit- because their English communication skills are not to the level necessary for actually taking part in all of the testing and homework that their American classmates are able to accomplish. Several foreign students over the years have been able to attend the Academy for credit and have excelled greatly in their studies. This is a wonderful opportunity for foreign students to come to the USA and learn about our language and customs.

DA

January 03, 2008

It is hard to believe that half of the school year is over. It has been an exciting and profitable year.
The future only holds much more excitement with the anticipation of the new preschool center opening at any time. We are ready and now wait on appointments from the state. Please pray that all will go well in the 3 step visit.
We also anticipate the arrival of our new elementary playground equipment. Two balance beams, a tarantula climber, a personalized trash can and bench are all due to arrive any day now.
Sketches have been drawn for the elementary media center. This new center will come soon after the preschool relocates.
April 8, 2008 is a special evening for all BBA parents. It is the night of our spring parent meeting in which much information is given in regard to the new school year. Our fifth grade students will be highlighted and will present a special program showing academic excellence, character training, spiritual growth, and much fun. In about nine weeks from that event, these students will commence to junior high. You will want to be a part of their special night.
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