In a world of learning and service, students at Three Sisters Adventist Christian School are embracing the theme of the year: "Anywhere With Jesus." Anchored in their school Bible text from Deut. 31:8, the students are reminded that "The Lord Himself will go before you. He will be with you, He will not leave you [...]
Wednesday afternoons often find fifth- through eighth-graders of Goldendale Adventist Christian School living out their school motto — Love, Prepare, Serve — by sharing Jesus’ love in works of service within the little community and surrounding area of Goldendale, Washington. As a small three-room school, GACS equips and challenges each student to reach his or her [...]
Nestled in the town of Dillingham, Alaska, lies a small school that is making a big impact. In this town with a population of only 2,200 residents, Dillingham Adventist School serves as a beacon of hope to the local community. Located on the coast of Bristol Bay, it is a quick 45-minute flight from Anchorage [...]
It was nearing the end of a long day at Portland Adventist Elementary School, with more long days looming ahead. The weeks leading up to Christmas break always seem the longest of the school year. Yareli Chavez, PAES fifth-grade teacher, stood in the checkout line with her 11-year-old daughter discussing where they still needed to [...]
"Dr. Nkana, is that you?" I asked as we passed in a hotel convention center. It had been 21 years since I was in Sam Nkana’s college classroom. He was a first-year college professor, and I was a sophomore encountering my first major-specific class. Not long into the semester, tensions arose between Nkana and his [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
