How do you choose a theme that will guide a whole school for the year? At Upper Columbia Academy, the students are asked. John Spano, history teacher and head sponsor of the associated student body team, has gained considerable experience mentoring student leaders throughout his teaching career. “Each year, I encourage the incoming officers to [...]
What started as a heartfelt prayer for two dads serving in the military in the Middle East transformed into a school-wide service project for the students of Amazing Grace Academy on Veterans Day. During the first week of November 2023, families, students and the church community contributed non-perishable food, hygiene items, games and snacks to [...]
I remember the first time I walked onto Auburn Adventist Academy's campus. I was 7 years old, and we were attending camp meeting. I clearly remember my first primary tent meeting and the theme was "Going on a Safari." I loved everything about it — the constant playmates, being surrounded by tons of kids my [...]
Nadine Dower, former Gleaner managing editor from 2003–2008, passed away on Jan. 5, 2024 in Seattle, Washington, a day short of her 80th birthday. Born on Jan. 6, 1944 in Spokane, Washington, Nadine had a significant impact on Adventist communication outreach efforts throughout her career. Nadine, along with her husband Richard (Dick), who served as [...]
Tualatin Valley Academy’s handbell choir is proving to be an impactful program for students. While the school was once renowned for its handbell ensemble, Ring of Fire, the instruments had fallen into disuse until 2016 when Michael Blackburn, Ring of Fire alumnus, stepped up to direct. The program started small with nine students but has since [...]
Tualatin Valley Academy’s handbell choir is proving to be an impactful program for students. While the school was once renowned for its handbell ensemble, Ring of Fire, the instruments had fallen into disuse until 2016 when Michael Blackburn, Ring of Fire alumnus, stepped up to direct. The program started small with nine students but has since [...]
Though schools in Montana are small, their learning has a big impact. Following are some samples of unique educational experiences, two of which are written by students. TCAS Keeps Water Clean On Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023, my class from Trout Creek Adventist School went to the Cabinet Gorge Kokanee hatchery. Some students in my class read [...]
Grants Pass Adventist School is now licensed by Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care to operate a childcare facility for ages 4 and 5. “This is such a blessing,” said Jasmine Rodriguez, pre-K/kindergarten teacher, “because the young ones can feel included in a full day of learning." "They can now be on campus for [...]
Most Christians have never completely read their Bible. Many start, but then get overwhelmed. Follow this Bible reading plan to read the entire Bible in one year. Feb. 1: Exod. 7–9Feb. 2: Exod. 10–12 Feb. 4: Exod. 19–21Feb. 5: Exod. 22–24Feb. 6: Exod. 25–27Feb. 7: Exod. 28–29Feb. 8 Exod. 30–32Feb. 9: Exod. 33–38 Feb. 11: Exod. 39–40Feb. 12: Lev. 1–4Feb. 13: Lev. 5–7Feb. 14: Lev. [...]
Walla Walla University’s board of trustees has announced the establishment of a 13-member presidential search committee to immediately begin the work of naming the institution’s 24th president, following the announcement that John McVay, current president, will retire at the end of the 2023–2024 academic year. The search committee’s members represent the university’s key stakeholder groups, [...]
