Editorial by Monica Wringer
In every classroom, God is at work—shaping lives in ways that reach far beyond what we can see. During a recent visit to one of our elementary schools, a first-grade student approached me with a big question: “What is your name, and what do you do?”
I explained that I serve as the superintendent of education and briefly described my role. She paused, smiled and said, “I want to be a superintendent too.”
Story by V. Michelle Bernard
This week, 25 Columbia Union Conference elementary and four secondary teachers (including Elandya Howell from Sharon Temple Adventist School in North Wilmington, Del., pictured) gathered for an Encounter Bible curriculum training at Chesapeake Conference’s Spencerville Adventist Academy in Spencerville, Md.
Story by Addriene Rhodes
The Pine Forge Academy (PFA) Class of 2026 is a shining example of excellence, determination and talent. This remarkable group of 35 students has earned more than $900,000 in scholarships, proving that hard work, dedication and faith can open doors to endless opportunities. Their accomplishments reflect not only academic success, but also the strength of character and creativity that define this extraordinary class.
Story by Angela Peach
During last school year’s spring semester, the Spring Valley Academy (SVA) high school band had an opportunity few musicians ever get: performing at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
Since March 2016, Versacare Foundation has awarded 1050 grants totaling $5,459,367 to Seventh-day Adventist primary and secondary schools located in the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists (NAD) and Inter-America Division of Seventh-day Adventists (IAD). Originally offered as a STEM grant program,today most needs related to classroom instruction qualify for funding.