May 2008 SOUTHERN

Spreading Tidings of the Southern Union Adventist Family The Adventist EDGE Where Students Come First Vantage Point

Do Adventist Schools Measure Up?

Parents want to know if Seventh-day Adventist schools are measuring up when it comes to academic excellence. It’s a legitimate question. We know Adventist educa- tion makes a difference when it comes to spiritual values and helping students with life choices. We also have confidence in a curriculum that is overt in its understand- ing and acceptance; for example, of God as Creator and that the only solution for sin is Jesus. We are very confident that students will study in an environment where teachers and students pray and study God’s Word together. I have also heard the inquiry from parents regarding the achievement levels of students in our schools. How do we compare to large public schools, for example, when it comes to testing outcomes? We need the facts to help parents make the best decisions. In 2006, the Church in North America began a major study — CognitiveGenesis. The study tested more than 30,000 students, grades 3-9 and 11, in all conferenc- es in the North American Division. The standardized tests given in the were the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills, Iowa Tests of Educational Development, and the Cognitive Abilities Test. In order for the research to be valid, the results needed to be “controlled for cognitive ability.” In other words, each student’s achievement level can be predicted based on the student’s score on the cognitive ability tests. So, if a student was in the middle on ability, we would expect an achievement score would also be in the middle. The question was, how did they test given their level of ability. The preliminary results? Students in Seventh-day Adventist schools scored about half a grade level above what you would predict on average. In addition, overall achievement, or composite, was above the national norm in ALL grades. And further- more, achievement was above average for ALL subject areas: reading, language arts, math, social studies, science, and sources of information. Praise the Lord! And, there’s more! Achievement was very similar no matter the size of the school, the number of students per grade, the number of students per teacher, the number of grades per teacher, or the grade-range within the classroom. That means that students in a one-teacher school tested just as well as students in a large multi- Gordon Retzer teacher school. I believe this is more than remarkable and more than coincidence. I Southern Union believe we have a precious asset in what we call Adventist education. And, through President the Adventist EDGE in the Southern Union, we expect to excel to greater achieve- ment. I believe that a spiritually based education should not sacrifice academic ex- cellence and achievement. On the contrary, a God-based education should enhance achievement. The Church will continue to drill down into these results. For example, we will know how student, parent, teacher, and school factors are related to achievement. We have one of the answers already. Question: Does limiting the amount of time a student spends watching television affect achievement levels? Answer: The data shows that the more the parent limits the amount of time watching television, the higher the achievement of the student. CognitiveGenesis is a significant study. And, I personally thank each teacher, each administrator, each staff member, and all who make a difference — now documented — through Adventist education.

2 T IDINGS • May 2008 SOUTHERN Contents Volume 102, No. 5, May 2008 The Southern Tidings is the Official Fe a t u r e s Publication of the Southern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists SOUTHERN UNION CONFERENCE 3978 Memorial Drive • Mail Address P.O. Box 849, Decatur, Georgia 30031 Telephone (404) 299-1832 Where www.southernunion.com Staff Students Editor R. Steven Norman, III Editorial Assistant IRISENE DOUCE Come First Circulation Bobbie Millburn Production COLLEGE PRESS Layout BRIAN WIEHN Contributing Editors 4 Adventist Health System Amanda Maggard Carolina RON QUICK MARTIN BUTLER 6 Early Childhood Florida Hospital College DAWN McLENDON Georgia-Cumberland Tamara Wolcott Fisher 7 Carolina Feature Gulf States Becky Grice 8 Mt. Pisgah Academy Kentucky-Tennessee MARVIN LOWMAN Michele Solomon 9 Florida Feature South Atlantic JAMES LAMB 10 South Central Michael Harpe Southeastern Robert Henley 11 Greater Miami Academy Southern Adventist University Lori Futcher 12 Georgia-Cumberland Feature Conference/Institution Directory 13 Atlanta Adventist Academy CAROLINA (704) 596-3200 14 Collegedale Academy P.O. Box 560339, Charlotte, NC 28256-0339 FLORIDA (407) 644-5000 15 Georgia-Cumberland Academy P.O. Box 2626, Winter Park, FL 32790-2626 16 Gulf State Feature GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND (706) 629-7951 P.O. Box 12000, Calhoun, GA 30703-7001 17 Bass Memorial Academy GULF STATES (334) 272-7493 18 Kentucky-Tennessee Feature P.O. Box 240249, Montgomery, AL 36117. KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE (615) 859-1391 19 P.O. Box 1088, Goodlettsville, TN 37070-1088 20 Madison Academy SOUTH ATLANTIC (404) 792-0535 P.O. Box 92447, M.B., Sta., Atlanta, GA 30314 21 South Atlantic Feature SOUTH CENTRAL (615) 226-6500 22 School Directory P.O. Box 24936, Nashville, TN 37202 SOUTHEASTERN (352) 735-3142 26 Greater Atlanta Adventist Academy P.O. Box 1016, Mt. Dora, FL 32756-0056 ADVENTIST HEALTH SYSTEM (407) 975-1400 27 South Central Feature 111 North Orlando Ave., Winter Park, 28 Oakwood Academy FL 32789-3675 FLORIDA HOSPITAL (407) 303-6611 29 Southeastern Feature 601 East Rollins St., Orlando, FL 32803 30 Miami Union Academy FLORIDA HOSPITAL COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES (800) 500-7747 31 Advent Home/Fletcher Academy 671 Winyah Drive., Orlando, FL 32803 32 Harbert Hills/Heritage Academy OAKWOOD UNIVERSITY (256) 726-7000 7000 Adventist Blvd., Huntsville, AL 35896 33 Laurelbrook/Homeschooling SOUTHERN ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY 34 Southern Adventist University (800) SOUTHERN P.O. Box 370, Collegedale, TN 37315-0370

SOUTHERN TIDINGS (USPS 507-000) Volume 102 Number 41 Classified Advertising 5, May 2008. Published monthly by the Southern Union. Free 46 Calendar/Events to all members. Periodical postage paid at Decatur, GA, and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: send changes 47 Camp Meeting/Summer Camp Schedule of address to Southern Tidings, P.O. Box 849, Decatur, GA 30031 Cover: Zion Leete (front row, left), Breanna McIntosh, Hannah Lee, Brery Salcedo (back row, left), Cover Photo: Ron Quick Stephen Douglas, Alex Staton, Marlee Staton, and Reyna Goodridge, students from Duluth Adventist School in Duluth, Georgia, enjoy participating in the Adventist EDGE Journey to Excellence.

May 2008 • TIDINGS 3 Cover Feature

Where Students Come First The Adventist EDGE By Conrad L. Gill

The Adventist EDGE Enrollment is increasing. And, funds Adventist Education — has been a GREAT South- are available to assist schools that A Continuum of Change choose to pursue the Adventist Students come first, and we ern Union start to a new EDGE School of Excellence Award. know that teachers are the “value- Adventist school system for By the grace of God, we are added” ingredient in the ministry of the 21st century. changing the climate and culture of Christian education and the learning Something very exciting is hap- Adventist education — one school process. Our parents and constitu- pening in Southern Union Confer- at a time. Collaboratively, Southern ents have asked for change, and we ence schools. Teachers are actively Union educators have agreed that are responding to your request: pursuing professional development “Students Come First!” 1. Establishing relevancy and to master new rigor in our curriculum that is strategies, and stu- engaging and challenging dents are excited 2. Improving the climate and engaged in through intentional customer experiential and service, inclusion of volun- active, hands-on teers, and improved facilities learning. Schools 3. Improving teaching are embracing the by providing consistent and comprehensive on-going staff development improvement plan for teachers, administrators, developed by the and staff stakeholders — 4. Providing online lesson you, the con- and unit planning software, stituents. Parents training, and tools for every are partnering teacher; and, challenging with schools for within teachers the desire to achieve the coveted Excel- student success. Children at Jacksonville Adventist Academy learn through hands-on Test scores are up. activities. lence In Teaching Award

4 T IDINGS • May 2008 5. Learning about connections in multi-age, multi-grade classrooms designed to place schools on a con- and brain-based strategies that show has distinct advantages in the devel- tinuous tract of improvement that teachers how to include all students opment of thinking skills. Teachers leads to excellence in all categories. in the learning process, while still are trained to teach in many differ- Ongoing and meaningful teacher meeting individual needs — leading ent styles of learning, or “whole- learning and training is the key fac- to student achievement and mastery brain” learning. As they address tor in this process. EDGE, or Edu- 6. Reaching out in cooperation different age groups in a classroom, cators Delivering Great Education, to self-supporting schools, as well as they move in and out of each child’s summarizes our Southern commit- homeschool students and parents, as comfort zone, fostering the opportu- ment to excellence for every student we participate together in evange- nity for students to stretch in many and stakeholder. lism for our children and youth directions with 7. Developing and supervis- confidence. ing age-appropriate curriculum and Students’ activities for early learning center resourcefulness ministry in partnership with working is nurtured as parents they learn and glean informa- Debunking MYTHS about tion, both inten- Adventist Education tionally and accidentally, MYTH: Adventist school aca- while participat- demic standardsMyth are low . . . ing in a non- threatening REALITY: Adventist schools, re- environment. gardless of size and location, effec- Meeting in- tively instruct and nurture students dividual needs academically and lead students into while teaching meaningful relationships with God, the whole class as evidenced by both Cognitive takes place nat- Shawanna Taylor-King assists one of her students, Nicolette Hassell, Genesis and Valuegenesis research. urally in these with a computer assignment at Greater Atlanta Adventist Academy. classrooms. MYTH: Adventist school curricu- Student learn- lum is weakM . . .yth ing, comprehension, and application MYTH: Adventist schools are is reinforced by explanation, experi- no different Mthanyth public schools or REALITY: Adventist schools of- ence, repetition, and regular oppor- other private schools . . . fer a well-rounded curriculum that is tunities for students to help and/or based on national, state, and Adven- teach other students in a seamless, REALITY: Adventist schools tist standards. Textbooks are written safe, and nurturing setting. and the Adventist EDGE are based or approved in accordance with de- on an educational Journey To Excel- nominational beliefs and practices. MYTH: Adventist school facili- lence* which begins on earth and Curriculum committees, made up of ties are under-equippedMyth and leads toward Heaven. Adventist educators (K-16) from across North inferior . . . Christian education, according to America, meet every summer to Deuteronomy 6, is a divine impera- write and revise curriculum guides. REALITY: While not every tive. I feel that preparing ourselves The Southern Union has devel- school has the same financial re- and our children for Heaven should oped standards for elementary and sources, with very few exceptions, summarize our purpose for living. secondary subjects that have been every Adventist school has the facili- Ellen G. White, in the book recognized across North America. ties, equipment, and materials essen- Counsels to Parents Teachers and They have clear indicators and tial for quality education. Education Students, pg. 401, makes this state- benchmarks that guide educators and technology has changed signifi- ment: in determining what each student cantly over the years, and Adventist “The subject of education is one should know and be able to do. schools strive to meet the technical that should interest every Seventh- needs of their students. day Adventist. The Lord says to us, MYTH: Adventist school multi- Superior schools are driven even Seventh-day Adventists are not to grade classroomsMyth result in inferior more by excellent teaching than by place themselves under the coun- education . . . their facilities and equipment. The sel and instruction of teachers who Adventist EDGE comprehensive know not the truth for this time. The REALITY: Student achievement school improvement initiative is molding and fashioning of minds

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should not be left to men who have education. Please also pray for the not comprehended the importance leaders as they engage in 180-day-a- Southern Union of a preparation for that life which year evangelistic campaigns all over Office of Education measures with the life of God.” the Southern Union. I hope you can agree with me “Where Students Come First” Conrad L. Gill, Director of Education that this imperative statement is dif- is not a myth, but a present reality. Tamara Libonati, Early Childhood ficult to ignore. Therefore, planning for excellence Diane Ruff, Elementary As active participants in the Ad- must be our number one preoccupa- Jim Ingersoll, Secondary ventist EDGE, we invite all families tion. Excellence is never achieved by W. Eugene Brewer, Training and students to team with us as par- accident. Development Specialist ticipants in the ministry of Christian *Journey to Excellence is the North American Division plan for educational change in the 21st century. Starting Out — A Team Effort

By Tamara Libonati

Did you know? will find new programs starting each • Worked diligently with the There are approximately 255 early year, such as those begun this year in NADOE, Review and Herald Publish- childhood education and care (ECEC) Carolina, Kentucky-Tennessee, and ing Association, and Griggs University programs in the North American Divi- Southeastern conferences. to produce research-based, devel- sion (NAD). The Southern Union Conference opmentally appropriate curriculum More than 6,000 children from early education leadership has … for young children, birth through birth to five years of age are being • Developed a professional pre-kindergarten — the standards for served in church- or school-operated growth certification program for ECEC which are currently being piloted in programs for early childhood educa- personnel ECEC classrooms around the Union tion and care. • Created, implemented, and are • Trained pre-kindergarten teach- Of the 255 early childhood educa- piloting for the North American Divi- ers and early childhood program direc- tion and care programs, 92 are in the sion Office of Education (NADOE) an tors to use 4MAT for Early Childhood Southern Union Conference. accreditation process for licensed early lesson planning to honor the natural Throughout the Southern Union’s childhood programs and school-based cycle of learning from the start eight states, 2,500 children from pre-kindergarten programs birth to five years of age Where does success are enrolled in church- or begin? school-operated licensed Excellence from the early childhood programs or start begins at birth in a God- school-based pre-kindergar- centered, Results-oriented ten classrooms. Environment, Aligned with Some programs have Adventist and national stan- had their doors open to the dards, in a Team effort. We church and community for want to nurture the love of decades. There are program- Jesus and the standards He sin Gulf States, South Atlan- wants each one to live by,

tic, Georgia-Cumberland, enson now, and for eternity. It’s a South Central, and Florida team effort that enlists the conferences ­which have cooperation of the home, the

been serving children for 25 H Jones Julie church, the school, and the to 50 years. Planting flowers is fun, according to these young children of early childhood education At the same time, you central Florida. center.

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Carolina Conference

Developing Hearts and Gifts for Service By Janesta Walker

Excitement! Enthusiasm! Educa- tests. Most importantly, an APCS edu- shining example of the difference that tion! Fun! Progress! Great things are cation also includes Christian character Adventist education can make in the happening at Aashville-Pisgah Chris- development initiatives such as our lives of God’s kids. tian School (APCS). With a steadily Kids are Kind program, which includes increasing enrollment of 90 students, Peacemakers training and practical ser- APCS is enjoying the abundant bless- vice opportunities. These programs are ings that God is pouring out on our helping our students develop a daily campus. Our teachers are 4-MAT walk with Jesus. certified and are using cutting edge Our recently renovated facility methods in their classrooms. includes a designated art room; a In addition to regular classroom spacious, well-equipped library; and instruction, APCS has started the Hope a modern computer lab, in addi- Learning Center, where special needs tion to beautiful classrooms. Future students are given individualized building plans include the addition of instruction. Because of our belief in a a cafeteria and a fitness center. Our well-rounded education, all students home and school organization is thriv- at APCS participate in art, music, and ing with the support of many willing physical education classes as well. As parents who give their time to plan a result of this excellent instruction, exciting events such as our annual fall our students are achieving exceptional festival and school talent show. Students of Asheville-Pisgah test-drive the scores on their national achievement All of these things make APCS a new computer lab. Big Things Come in Small Packages By Becky Carpenter In this computer age in which we teacher for the Camden Seventh-day This small one-room school in live, a parent/teacher conference via Adventist School for 19 years, was able South Carolina is very involved in the a webcam may not seem that unusual to speak to both parents of three of educational initiatives of the South- — but in a one-room schoolhouse? her students due to this amazing tech- ern Union and the North American Sherry Housley, who has been the nology. Antonio, grade 1, Dominique, Division, including the 4-MAT lesson grade 7, and C’Asia, grade 7, pictured planning strategy. After being ques- here with Housley and their mother, tioned about the size of the school and Yvonne Bermudez, were excited to the educational opportunities avail- speak to their father, José, a member able, Yvonne Bermudez remarked, of the US military stationed in South “This is a great example of the fact that Korea. big things come in small packages. The Bermudez family finds Chris- The Camden school strongly believes tian education to be important enough in technology as a tool for educa- to make sacrifices. The decision was tion. Each of the school’s 11 students made to forgo leave so the children has a computer for their use. Making would be able to stay in this school. moments like this possible is a good The atmosphere of this small Church reason why.” school helps to provide the family Teacher Sherry Housley (standing, left), atmosphere needed to help meet the and the Bermudez family conferenced needs of a family separated by miles, with dad Jose in South Korea via webcam. but not by purpose.

May 2008 • TIDINGS 7

Serving Others, Serving God By Sarah Grissom

Here at Service with mass mailings, serve at the food Mount Pisgah for the bank, and volunteer for many other Academy (MPA) Carolinas local organizations. we understand Hebrews that service can 12:28 says, Service to the World help us in all ...“whereby we Mission trips are a priority. A areas of life. It may offer ser- few weeks ago the school received not only helps vice well-pleas- a phone call asking for help in Ten- us understand ing to God nessee, following the tornadoes. how God wants with reverence In 24 hours a group of 45 students us to treat and awe.” loaded a bus and left for Tennessee, others, but it Service that is eager and ready to serve. Every year strengthens well pleasing students are given the opportunity to our academics, to God can go on a mission trip. Two of the last gives meaning happen not four years, all staff and students par- to our work, only on our ticipated in mission trips off campus. and enriches campus, but ’s desire our day-to-day all around us to serve everyone and anyone is activities. as well. This contagious. We believe every time Mount Pisgah Academy Pisgah Mount summer a you serve, you share a little bit of Service for “service group” God’s love with others. One Another of students Sarah Grissom is a freshman at Each Tornado clean-up enlisted the help of 45 will be travel- Mount Pisgah Academy. students. Friday evening ing around at Vespers, the Confer- students serve each other by giving ence, serving wherever they are H.O.G (Hand of God) awards. Time needed. They will be helping with is spent sharing how we’ve seen Vacation School programs, the hand of God in each other. In church services, yard cleanup, and Romans 12:10,11 it says, “In love of painting. the brethren be tenderly affection- ate one to another; in honor prefer- Service in the Community ring one another; in diligence not “I thank Him that enabled me, slothful; fervent in spirit; serving the even Christ Jesus our Lord, for that Lord.” he counted me faithful, appoint- Service for one another unites ing me to His service” Titus 1:12. our campus. Prayer groups give Every Monday is a community students the chance to build their service day for one class to go out spiritual lives while building relation- into the community and serve. Students clean up the roads, help Students pray together, uniting the campus. C andler , N orth arolina ships with each other.

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Florida Conference

On the Cutting EDGE

Adventist schools in Florida keep In addition to building on our In the Florida Conference, the getting better and better! And, as strong literacy base and improving driving force behind all of this innova- Conrad Gill, Southern Union Office content-area instruction, the Confer- tion is the heart of the child. Our im- of Education director, so aptly states, ence has committed to addressing petus for excellence is best expressed “Excellence is never by accident.” one of the most vital areas of the by the opening lines of our mission Since the launching of the Adven- Adventist EDGE for the 2008-2009 statement: “Every child is a unique in- tist EDGE, the Florida Conference Office school year. “Right in the middle of dividual, created in the image of God of Education has intentionally planned the acronym GREAT stands the initial with distinctive gifts, talents, and abili- for school improvement. “Donor mon- ‘E’ for ‘Environment that nurtures,’” ties. It is our belief that the work of ies have allowed us to provide new states Arne Nielsen, administrative true education is to equip students to classroom materials, connect teachers superintendent. “That is the heart of think and to act with breadth of mind, with peer mentors, and continue a high- everything we do. Our goal is to pro- clearness of thought, and the courage quality professional development track,” vide an atmosphere of support, opti- of their convictions. We believe that says Jim Epperson, Ed.D., Florida Con- mism, and dignity for everyone that each child has a special purpose for ference vice president for education. comes through our doors, whether it being placed on this Earth.” “Enthusiasm is building as we strive for be a parent, child, the school janitor, success on every level — in the office, the secretary, teacher, in the field, and for every child that or board volunteer. We God entrusts to us.” want our schools to The Conference began their jour- be safe places where ney to improvement five years ago by people feel honored launching a literacy initiative. Teach- and valued.” ers have been given intensive training In order to achieve in classroom practices that boost the that goal, the Confer- reading and writing skills of children. ence has scheduled Last year, the Office of Education Jim Roy, author of began researching ways to increase Soul-Shapers, to begin the effectiveness of other areas of the working with teach- curriculum, including subjects like ers this fall. “We’ll start science, mathematics, physical educa- the process by giving tion, and the arts. all of our teachers the At a recent meeting, mathemat- big picture during our ics teachers began the groundwork October inservices,” for setting up a process that will Nielsen states. “Then strengthen the elementary mathemat- we’ll follow up by of- ics program, preparing students for fering school principals success in academy math classes. “It is the opportunity to go truly exciting to watch these teach- more in-depth with Roy, ers work,” says Nancy Melashenko, training staff in ‘choice associate superintendent of education. theory’ and developing “The energy and vision that they bring schools where these to the table will result in great strides principles can be seen The science program at Walker Memorial Junior Academy for our entire K-12 system.” in action every day.” is well-known for its relevant curriculum.

May 2008 • TIDINGS 9 What Makes Us Different?

By Carolyn Jensen Forest Lake Academy (FLA), lo- Health Sciences and Southern with activities to meet varied learning cated on a beautiful campus in Forest Adventist University styles. City between Altamonte Springs and • 20 percent of the entire Is there a difference in campus Apopka, appears to be a typical Sev- student body of 514 have main- activities? The campus buzzes with enth-day Adventist boarding school, tained a GPA of 3.75 or above activity on a typical day with art but really there is a difference. for three consecutive marking classes, music organizations, team Is the difference because of the periods and qualify to be invited sports, community service, and work campus religious activities? Students to the Celebration of Excellence experiences. attend Vespers, Sabbath School in • 10 percent of the student One difference is FLA’s distance the Campus Chapel, worship in body have been selected for the learning program, AE21. Students Schmidt Auditorium with Forest Lake National Honor Society can take advantage of Seventh-day Church’s “Deeper” service, and Ad- The graduation requirements Adventist Christian education in their ventist Youth Society in the Campus meet the requirements of the South- hometown or at home, studying Chapel. There are religious empha- ern Union and North American Divi- through an accredited online pro- sis weekends with special speak- sion, as well as the Sunshine State gram. Two service-oriented trips are ers and activities, and students can requirements. Teachers are highly planned each year, bringing the stu-

Forest Lake Academy Forest participate in an annual mission trip. qualified and plan interesting classes dents together. Students participate in Because of proximity to the beach, the graduation exercises on campus. there are traditional beach Vespers. So, what really makes FLA All religious activities encourage different? We submit that the differ- relationships with God, family, and ence involves the combination of friends. the characteristics mentioned above. Are FLA’s academics the reason FLA is dedicated to a vision, directed for the difference? FLA offers three by a cohesive leadership team that diplomas: general diploma, college is committed to nurturing Christian prep diploma, and honors diploma. faculty and staff and supporting a The following statistics display high spiritual environment. Each program academic rating for FLA: is measured by the mission statement • 94 percent of graduates in that binds all programs and activities the past three years have contin- into one. ued their education in colleges The mission of Forest Lake Acad- or universities emy is to challenge its students and • 77 percent of the Class of staff to develop and model: 2008 will be graduating with the Love and service for God college prep diploma; 10 percent Respect for self and others will graduate with the honors Intellectual growth Students like to relax in the Student diploma; and 12 percent are en- Center between classes. Seniors Christina Christ-like character for eternity rolled in dual enrollment classes Verrill, Renneta Reynolds, and Yvonne Carolyn Jensen is academic dean and

A popka , F lorida with Florida Hospital College of Pacamalan enjoy time together. English teacher at Forest Lake Academy.

10 T IDINGS • May 2008 A Place for Learning, Prayer, and Service

By Luis Cortes Greater extension of college credits. We offer advanced Miami Ad- our class- placement classes in math and sci- ventist Acad- rooms. We ence. Our SAT scores have risen emy (GMAA) have differ- in the past three years. Our mean Adventist Academy provides a ent varsity average on the SAT increased 25 Seventh-day sports which points, compared to the rest of the Adventist include nation whose average decreased 10 education for basketball, points. More than 80 percent of our the youth of volleyball, teachers have a master’s degree, south Florida. softball, and and all care greatly about the indi- Our world soccer. vidual success of each one of our is filled with Here at students. When one gives them- violence and GMAA, the selves completely to Jesus Christ, immorality; Students witness to others through song. Lord has there is only one way, and that is therefore, our blessed us up — towards Jesus. Miami Greater children need a safe place where tremendously for the past three Luis Cortes is principal at Greater they are loved and encouraged to years. We made a commitment to Miami Adventist Academy. succeed. GMAA provides this kind give our school to Jesus, of environment, while students also and He has done won- develop spiritually, socially, physi- ders here. We have bap- cally, and academically. tized 46 students, our GMAA is a place for prayer, finances have moved fun, friendship, teamwork, and toward the black, and sportsmanship. Every morning, last year we received teachers begin their classes with a clean audit with a prayer and devotion. Many students $100,000 profit. Our travel with our ministries depart- academic program has ment to different countries, shar- progressed into a highly ing God’s Word on mission trips. competitive arena with Lifetime friendships are formed students graduating with here. Our athletic department is an more than 30 possible GMAA invites students to be baptized M iami , F lorida

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Georgia-Cumberland Conference

Scholarship Reaps Baptisms

By Dolenda Murdock and Tamara Wolcott Fisher

percent of our overall ers,” said Cynthia Gettys, Conference evangelism budget,” vice president for education. “We are says Stan Patterson, thrilled with how God is blessing the vice president for Education Evangelism Grant.” pastoral ministries. The LaGrange harvest is the result “We are delighted to of the team ministry of Julie Hood in join with our Office the school, Yvonne Eller in the Path- of Education in this finder club, Stephen Murdock at the ministry that reaches church, and the church as a whole. out for the hearts and souls of this special k

c group of children.” LaGrange Making the Grade Church district pastor Stephen Murdock

olenda Murdo D olenda A study begun in 2005 preached on “The shows that, on average, Geor- Stephen Murdock (left) stands with Cody Miller, Karen Hen- Storms of Life,” and gia-Cumberland Conference ninger, Abbie Henninger, and Alex Matias as they prepare for as the closing appeal students in grades 3-8 rank in baptism. Miller says, “I feel like a different person, spiritually.” was given, six youth the top one-third of all students from the school and tested. The study monitored Abbie Henninger, a sixth grade two adults came forward. The next student achievement in grades student at LaGrange Seventh-day week, two more students and another 3-8 using the Iowa Test of Basic Adventist School in Georgia, and her adult asked to be part of the group; a Skills, a nationally recognized mom, Karen, were baptized into the total of 11 requested baptism. Abbie norm-reference test. LaGrange Church last year. What is and her mom were among this group. Another comparison of unique about this event is that Ab- During March 2007, church Georgia-Cumberland students bie was a recipient of the Georgia- school students Cody Miller, Abbie during several school years Cumberland Conference Education Henninger, and Alex Matias, as well shows students begin averaging Evangelism Grant. as Karen Henninger, were baptized. a half-year above grade level Last Year, the Georgia-Cumber- By the close of 2007, two more in third grade and move to a land Conference evangelism sub-com- students had been baptized and five full two-and-a-half years above mittee began a program in conjunc- more are currently studying. grade level by the time they tion with the Conference education “That I was baptized with my reached the seventh and eighth department to fund education evan- mom was special,” said Abbie. “Not all grades. This shows that although gelism grants in schools throughout people are baptized with their mom. the students are above level by the conference. The schools apply for It’s really amazing, and we are close.” third grade, the longer they stay the grant and decide how to offer the Her mom had been baptized before, in the school system, the more grant at their school. but in meeting with the pastor, each advanced they become. “Evangelism is a process of min- decided to give her heart to God. Bill Reinke, Central Region istry that has many facets — teaching “Each day in Georgia-Cum- education director and discipling these children is one berland Conference, 2,500 students that is supported by more than five receive blessings from their teach-

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Students Are the Most Important People

By David Denton Martin Odella never really gave a missed assignment or work that ed in a catalogue of spiritual activi- much thought to where he would wasn’t done as well as it could have ties and experiences. He has gone go to high school. As a student at been. He knows that if he has a to every prayer conference and has a public middle school, the natural choice between a difficult class and been involved with AAAct for 1, the assumption was that he would go to an easier one, someone is going to school’s drama ministry. the local high school for ninth grade. encourage him to try the challenging If you ask him what he remem- He wasn’t very excited about that subject. Of course, much of Odella’s bers the most of all the spiritual idea. As a relatively recent arrival experience has been built around activities he has experienced, he will to the United States, he had heard challenges. not hesitate. “I really enjoyed the plenty about the environment at the “One of the hard things about time we spent in Mississippi helping local high school. A year or so before being at AAA is that I have to work to clean up and distribute food and leaving Uruguay to come to the Unit- quite a bit to help pay for it,” he clothes and other stuff after Katrina,” ed States, he and his family became says. In the past year alone, counting he said. “You could see the people members of the Seventh-day Adven- the summer, Odella has successfully coming for help and how unhappy tist Church. His experience in middle worked at three separate jobs to help and sad they looked, and then see school showed him the environment his family afford a Christian educa- them smile and have a happier look of a public school could often be tion. In the summer, he canvassed on their face as they went away with in conflict with his own values. The as part of the MagaBook program, their food and clothes, and it felt closer he came to completing eighth the earnings from which — along good to help them.” grade, the more anxious he got. with a match from AAA — made a Odella is a “people person.” He Manuel Ale, a teacher at Atlanta significant impact on his school bill. loves to interact and connect with Adventist Academy (AAA), became During the school year, Odella works others, whether to help them or to friends with the Odellas and suggest- with the school’s Care-Connections just have fun. In fact, when asked ed they enroll him at Atlanta Adven- program, where he earns money what the single best thing about AAA tist Academy. Martin was very excited towards his school bill by providing was, he had no problem thinking of at the prospect. After much planning companionship and assistance for a reply. “The people,” he said. “The Atlanta Adventist Academy and prayer, especially concerning an elderly woman who is cared for people are the best thing.” the financial aspects of the decision, by his mother. He also works five David Denton is principal at he enrolled at AAA and immediately to eight hours a week cleaning the Atlanta Adventist Academy. began making friends among the school for additional in- students and faculty. come to put on his bill. If “I remember two things,” Odella you ask him if all the time says of his first days on campus: “The and effort is worth it to be way the buildings were laid out with able to attend AAA, he will doors opening to the outside was just tell you it absolutely is. like schools in Uruguay, and visiting Even though he could go and joking with the principal in his to a public school for free, office.” The openness of the teach- he feels that AAA offers a ers to the students, which makes it “better education.” possible to have a friendly relation- Part of that better ship, is one of Odella’s favorite things education certainly has to about AAA. do with the opportunities “They push you more,” he he has had for spiritual says. He can remember times when growth. Now in his junior Martin Odella says that the people are the best thing

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ernes in the Ap- tion because of Saturday races. After palachians surveying its members and dialoging ave Dj ave D or Costa with the TSSAA about the feasibil- Orchestra members pause for a photo before a performance at Rica; and the ity of changing to a weekday, CA’s Carnegie Hall. war-ravaged request has been granted. children in Like the cross-country team, CA Uganda. will persevere until we have finished Although blessed by the Col-

Collegedale Academy Collegedale CA’s orchestra and cross-country the course. legedale community and enrollment team epitomize our enduring pur- Karen Ross is the librarian at growth, Collegedale Academy’s (CA) pose of nourishing Christian growth Collegedale Academy, and Rebecca mission challenges us to perse- and confidence while witnessing and Brooks is assistant communication vere and not take our blessings for ministering to others. director at Georgia-Cumberland granted. Culminating in months of prepa- Conference. While we have enjoyed the ration and work, CA’s distinction of being named a School 35-member orchestra of Excellence, the beneficence of a performed in Carnegie three-year-old science/technology Hall on March 26, 2008. building, and the affirmation of con- The New York Band sistently performing above state and and Orchestra Festival national ACT scores, we persevere invites international with facility improvements, technol- high school, college, ogy for instruction, and continual and community musical evaluation of test scores for curricu- groups to an adjudi- rooks

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sustain and make many projects of which Collegedale cc ebe possible, which simultaneously was the only orchestra R develops a sense of community and to receive a gold rat- Coach Ryan Perry (left), Daron Degrave, Elshell Burtus, ownership. ing. When asked their Doug Gammenthaler, George Machoka, John Wiygul, Collegedale Academy encour- perceptions, students Bryan Otis, and Patrick O’Brien won the Regional ages student participation in mis- repeatedly attribute Championship in 2007. C ollegedale , T ennessee

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se h s le B An Invitation to “Come Back Home” By Nancy Gerard Every academy trumpets its the book and find a picture of a God versations on Coming Home: My successes — record enrollments, Who loves them no matter what they Story, His Story, Your Story.” The full dorms, cutting-edge technology, have done or who they’ve become. chaplains spoke of their own wan- academic achievements of gradu- As plans were being made for derings and mistakes. They present- ates, spiritual victories and baptisms, this year’s Alumni Weekend, we de- ed a picture of a God Who longs for and the services our alumni render cided to intentionally create a warm, our friendship that He waits to return to God and the Church. Georgia- welcoming, inviting environment. — just hoping and working for “one Cumberland Academy (GCA) is truly The staff prayed that God would more” to come home. blessed to be experiencing all of bring the people back to GCA who The speakers stayed after the these successes. needed to hear the messages of the church service to pray and speak However, every school has weekend. with those who wanted to talk. former students who While talking with leave with a sense of one alumnus, John woundedness, those who Strickland asked, “fall through the cracks” “Where do you go socially, some who fail to church?” She re- academically, and others sponded, “I don’t go who reject their spiritual to church anymore,” roots. What do we do but then she said, about our corporate and “Pastor John, I’d like personal shortcomings? to come visit your How do we seek recon- church.” ciliation with those who Another alumnus ith have been wounded? m told a friend, “I drove es Inspired by the all the way home Academy Georgia-Cumberland oug N oug

words of God through D from GCA in silence. the prophet Ezekiel, Volunteers gathered to pray before the books were mailed out to I wanted to reflect.” which read, “I will search alumni. He asked, “How can for the lost and bring I get a copy of that back the strays. I will The Friday evening Vespers sermon? I’d really bind up the injured and strengthen program, presented by the class of like…no, I really NEED…to hear it the weak… Ezekiel 34:16.” GCA has 2003, provided an energetic and again.” been on a mission this year to reach inspired version of the story of Jacob GCA may not know the final out to former students. and Esau, called “The Reunion,” outcome of the book mailing or of In the fall of 2007, all alumni that left attendees with this message Alumni Weekend until we get to and attendees for whom GCA had from God — “No matter what you’ve Heaven. Until then we will continue accurate addresses were sent the done, no matter who you’ve be- to pray that God will fulfill His prom- book Searching for a God to Love come, I love you! Come back home!” ise to “search for the lost and bring by Chris Blake, along with a letter Former chaplains John Strick- back the strays…bind up the injured from the principal. The letter sought land, Roger Bothwell, and LeClare and strengthen the weak…” reconciliation and forgiveness for Litchfield, were asked to share the Nancy Gerard is the director of mistakes made by people and the Sabbath morning message. Their development and alumni relations at institution. It implored them to read three-part sermon was entitled “Con- Georgia-Cumberland Academy. C alhoun , G eorgia

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Gulf States Conference

lts On the EDGE Creatin ng Adu By Elizabeth Long g Well-rounded You

What is Adventist EDGE? Ad- Adventist EDGE schools? Part of the of reading and language arts. Dis- ventist EDGE is Educators Deliv- reason is the quality education, in a cussions during Bible class involve ering GREAT Education through Christ-centered atmosphere where Adventist worldview perspectives, ­God-centered teaching, with Results students receive the necessary aca- personal values, and spiritual growth. oriented in an Environment that demics to succeed scholastically, and Students share their talents with nurtures, Aligned with Journey to instruction that reflects the philosophy the local churches, which helps them Excellence, and a Team effort. What and standards of the Seventh-day become a vital part of the church does that mean? It means students are Adventist Church to develop a strong community. Church members pray receiving a quality education where base for . for the school, teachers, and students. school subjects are taught, along with Opportunities are provided for Often individuals in the church assist basic values they will carry for the students to witness. One example is with tuition for the students for fami- rest of their lives. This is done by a the education mission trip 13 students lies with financial challenges. dedicated teaching staff, whether in a and seven adults took during spring At the annual education fair, one-teacher school or a large multi- break to Nicaragua. They helped students participate in events such as teacher facility. with building projects at the Fuente geography, spelling, math bees, ora- Christian education is important de Vida (Fountain of Life) children’s tions, science, and art projects. The to the Adventist Church because orphanage. Their time was spent education fair, the outdoor school, the students of today are the future hauling dirt into houses for flooring and a variety of field trips take them Church leaders of tomorrow. What to be laid over, and everything had to out of the classroom and into a differ- makes Gulf States Conference schools be accomplished by hand. About 520 ent learning environment. work hours were provid- Home-schooled children are invit- ed for the building where ed to many of the activities conducted 31 children, most of them through the school. Montgomery First victims of the 1998 mud- Seventh-day Adventist School was slides, reside. the first school to umbrella a home Excellent academ- school in Alabama. This makes a win- ics are evident by the win situation for the students and the standardized test scores. school. Teachers provide instruc- When students in Gulf States are tion at the students’ level. surveyed, they express thankfulness This builds a framework for peaceful, safe-learning environ- for students to learn in ments and Christian teachers. The Of- a progressive manner. fice of Education is also thankful for Teachers take classes, the dedicated individuals who believe attend seminars, work- the 180 days a child is in school is an shops, and staff develop- evangelistic opportunity for reaching ment sessions to support students, their parents, and the com- their teaching. munity. One project at the orphanage was to group rebar Teachers integrate Elizabeth Long is the adminis- together by hand for the footers and columns of the spiritual values into the trative professional for the Office of maintenance building, in preparation for pouring class curriculum. Bible Education. of the cement. verses are used as part

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C dults reating Well-rounded Young A

By Kim Twomley

When Luke gives us a rare these students have a jump start on varsity basketball team placed second glimpse of Jesus’ childhood, he tells their freshman year of college, but at the annual basketball tournament us that Jesus developed intellectually, the monetary savings are also signifi- this winter. physically, spiritually, and socially. In cant. This year, two exciting things other words, He was a whole, well- Another exciting development is happened with the students’ spiritual rounded person. At Bass Memorial our new English Learning Lab or ELL education. First is the church plant Academy (BMA), we use this exact class. Through a grant, the school has project in Wiggins, Mississippi., led pattern to help students develop into developed this program to reinforce by English teacher Drew Rester. The balanced, well-rounded young adults. English language skills for students town of approximately 4,000 is about who struggle 25 miles south of BMA and had in this area and never had an Adventist presence. The for those whose students have been fundamentally in- primary language volved in every aspect of the church is something other plant, from strategizing to implemen- than English. The tation. The result is a full-fledged lab is interdisci- church company in downtown Wig- plinary: reading gins, complete with church building and vocabulary and an average weekly attendance of skills are rein- 40 people.

forced for history, The second important develop- Academy Memorial Bass science, and other ment is a homiletics class. Students disciplines, as well who are interested in learning to as English. share their faith in a formal forum Physical fit- have been working with Jeff Marshall, ness is a fun and the boys’ assistant dean, to develop healthy compo- sermon topics and practice their nent of any cur- public speaking skills. When they are riculum. If play- ready, these students participate in a ing is good, why church outreach program by provid- not play twice as ing the church service, including the Martin Shaw, senior, plays varsity basketball point guard. much? The neces- sermon, at one of Gulf States Confer- sity to rebuild after ence’s constituent churches. To fulfill this objective, BMA is Hurricane Katrina presented the Combine all these aspects of life expanding its list of college class of- perfect opportunity for doing just at Bass with the busy social agenda ferings for the upcoming 2008-2009 that. Although the footprint of the the Student Association schedules for school year. Eligible seniors may gymnasium remained the same, everyone, and the results are enlight- participate in dual enrollment classes builders were able to reconfigure the ened, healthy, grounded, dynamic which will satisfy their senior year floor space and double the amount young adults. requirements while simultaneously of playing area. The extra practice Kim Twomley is in recruiting and earning college credit. Not only do room apparently paid off: the girls’ development at Bass Memorial Academy. L umberton , M ississippi

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Kentucky-Tennessee Conference

There is a Difference By Larry W. Boughman

ence to provide my past, because junior high school quality training and had been a difficult time for me. I support for our remembered smoke-filled restrooms, teachers. Our goal is nasty language, and crude behavior to provide the best of classmates. It made me cringe to education possible. think my children could have some Never before of the same trials. in the history of “Our children attended school Adventist educa- at Ridgetop Adventist Elementary. I tion have we had knew we had avoided some of the so many parents obvious trials I had faced in public involved in support- school — Sabbath conflict and drug ing our schools and abuse. There was still peer pressure, giving leadership as and I could still remember some they serve on school of those crude comments made by boards and as vol- classmates and how it could hurt. unteers. It is truly a “Painfully, I began my con- team effort. versation, leaving out some of the Ridgetop Adventist Elementary is on track to becoming an Our schools are worst moments, focusing on how EDGE School of Excellence. in the process of peer pressure did not determine moving from good our selfworth, but God did. My girls Adventist education is more to GREAT. Change is hard and takes listened intently as I covered what than reading, writing, math, and time, but it is happening, and it is was on my heart. Rachel, our oldest, computer classes. Every day Ad- because we realize, as a team, that broke the silence when I finished ventist teachers have worship and we are preparing our children not and said words I will always trea- prayer with their students. During only for this world, but also for the sure. ‘Daddy, that must have been worship the teachers ask students world to come. very tough, but I have never expe- if they have special requests for We are living in very trying rienced anything like that.’ My goal prayer, and most students will ask times, with more temptations facing was realized by sending our chil- their classmates to pray for someone our young people than ever before. dren to SDA schools. in their family. We must provide them with a safe, “It was a praise moment for Every Adventist school provides caring, and nurturing environment my family. We thanked God for the opportunities for students to expe- to learn and grow. dedicated teachers and great fellow rience selfless service for others, Our schools do make a differ- students that our family knew and namely through community out- ence. Here is a testimony from Tom loved.” reach, mission trips, or visits to nurs- Day, a parent who was not able to Our school system is a blessing, ing homes. attend Adventist schools, but made and we need to take advantage of Never before in the history of sure his children had the opportu- working together through the home, Adventist education has there been nity. “With teen years upon us for Church, and school. such support from the North Ameri- our daughters, Rachel and Rose, it Larry W. Boughman is the super- can Division, the Southern Union, was time for a special talk. It would intendent of schools at the Kentucky- and the Kentucky-Tennessee Confer- bring up some hard memories from Tennessee Conference.

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Part of God’s Divine Plan

By Steve Baughman

The birds are singing, the daf- experiences that will hopefully instill man experience, it is ultimately God’s fodils are dotting the lawn, and the in our students the sense of lifelong divine plan that ties together every weather is warming — spring has learning for which our school strives. fact and event that is studied in any come to Highland Academy. It’s Whether cooking Greek cuisine in given class. amazing how quickly a year can go world history or building bridges in At Highland we stress the impor- by! It seems like only yesterday that physics, our students are getting the tance of service to others, whether the faces of students new and old chance to learn about the world in through community outreach days were swarming over campus, excited which we live in practical and mean- spent helping our neighbors, or with what the new school year held ingful ways. building churches and classrooms in store for them. Now for underdeveloped those same faces are eager countries. Every stu- with the anticipation of dent who spends time the coming summer and at Highland is given the relaxation that comes the opportunity to not with it. only learn about the There is a lot that wondrous love of God takes place during the and what His ultimate course of a school year. sacrifice means for Sometimes it seems that them, but also has a there is, in fact, too much chance to share that

to fit into one 10-month love with others. Academy Highland span. Our seemingly As the school year indestructible bus has draws to a close, it is carried Highland students The sophomore class reenacts the “Battle of Marathon” in Randy all too easy to forget up and down the eastern Bishop’s integrated world history/English II class. about everything that half of the United States; has been done during traversing more miles and consuming The most important element of the past several months. It is impor- more gallons of diesel than one likes the Highland experience, however, tant to pause and reflect on the won- to think about. Our Highland Gymnix isn’t necessarily achieved through the derful experiences God has provided have dazzled audiences throughout tours, the performances, or even the for us, and the countless blessings the southern United States, while our classes. More than any other single He has bestowed on our campus this bells, band, and choir groups have skill, we long for our students to past year. Only, rather than growing toured and performed throughout the come away with a sense that they complacent with reflections on the Kentucky-Tennessee Conference. better understand the true love and past, I am already excited and stirred Of course the busyness of a joy that can be experienced in living about what God has planned for next school year consists of more than a life in Christ. We want students school year here at Highland. just touring groups. The classes at at Highland to recognize that it is If you would like more informa- Highland have been in full swing God’s given talents that enable us to tion about everything going on at since day one. Fully embracing the perform the musical numbers and Highland or would like to join us Adventist EDGE and striving to stress the gymnastics routines, and as such next school year, please visit: www. not only rigor but also relevance, should be done to His honor and highland-academy.com. the teachers at Highland have been glory. The teachers strive to show Steve Baughman teaches English and crafting lesson plans and classroom that, through every aspect of the hu- American history at Highland Academy. P ortland , T ennessee

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Serving With a Mission

By Robert Stevenson

Madison College. With Academy chose to few exceptions take on an ambi- they performed tious mission trip at packed venues this year. Typi- and thrilled audi- cally mission trips ences wherever involve going to a they sang. The different country students, par- and taking on a ents, and spon- building project. sors enjoyed the This year Madison celebrity status chose to take on they were given both an ambitious wherever they building project traveled. The con- Madison Academy Madison and an interna- ductor, Waldemar tional choir tour Wensell, is a na- to Argentina. tive to Argentina, After leav- and his former ing from the Madison Academy students enjoy a photo break during one of their visits in Argentina. students orga- Nashville Inter- nized much of national airport, with a layover in As the building crew worked, the tour. The choir performed three Dallas and then landing in Buenos the local people came by to watch or four times a day and traveled at Aires, the two groups spent one in awe as they hustled to see how night between cities to maximize its day sightseeing and then split up. much they could accomplish in the performing times. The mission trip headed out on a time they had. They completed the By the end of the week, all of six-hour drive to River Plate Col- first floor of a church building in the students and sponsors were lege, and the choir headed to local one week, using up all the bricks ready to sleep in their own beds, church members homes to rest provided and leaving the build- and many were craving Taco Bell. before a rigorous tour schedule. ing ready for the second phase of Everyone arrived home safely with During the next week, while construction. With 22 students and memories that will last a lifetime the building crew worked near six adults, the construction crew and experiences that will never River Plate College, the choir sang distinguished themselves not only be equaled. We all praise God for in Adventist churches and in large for what they were able to accom- His blessing on a very successful performing halls to the general plish, but also for how well they experience, and for the opportunity public. Both groups made huge behaved. to serve Him. impacts in the communities they The choir performed in Buenos Robert Stevenson is the princi-

M adison , T ennessee served. Aires, Cordova, and at River Plate pal at Madison Academy.

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South Atlantic Conference

Schools Making a Difference BY SHIRLEY JOHNSON AND HENRIETTA BISHOP

South Atlantic Confer- projects. The group, ence operates 20 elemen- including nine sixth tary schools in Georgia, South through eighth graders Carolina, and . from Charlotte-Berean All are involved in the ongoing Junior Academy and journey to develop exemplary Raleigh-Gethsemane schools where learning will be Seventh-day Adventist maximized. Since its incep- School, along with tion, Adventist education has parents, a contractor, a been founded upon biblical plumber, and a nurse, principles which are integrated traveled to Panama on throughout the curriculum. In April 18, 2007. fostering this ideal, the Ad- Students at the newly opened Atlanta Adventist International School The projects ventist EDGE initiative seeks enjoy using the computers as a part of their learning experience. included putting up a to help students develop and much-needed fence maintain a personal relationship with tion offers materials, teacher-training, around the Adventist school, Escuela Jesus through Christ-centered teach- and Title One funds to provide servic- De Ciudad Radial; installing lights in ing, faith-building experiences, and es for qualifying students, and thereby the computer lab; repairing electrical opportunities to joyfully minister to enhances the overall school program. fixtures; and contributing financially others at home and abroad. Jones assists the Office of Education to other projects and educational sup- We salute all of our schools for by preparing packets of information plies. their diligence and hard work in ac- to share with Conference schools. She Wright taught classes in Bible cepting this challenge, and would also conducts seminars or workshops with the aid of an interpreter. The vis- like to share how three schools are to help teachers plan instruction for iting students shared by teaching their embracing this concept. exceptional students. new friends many of the songs which they sing for worship. They also at- Jack Hanna School Berean Junior Academy, tended the local church and presented Jack Hanna School in Florence, Gethsemane Seventh-day gifts to the senior citizens there. South Carolina, is fortunate to be Adventist School In spite of the busy schedule, in a location that is supportive and The next scenario gives a view the participants were able to visit the involved, financially and manually. of what can happen when mission- Panama Canal and other historic sites At least five or more volunteers come minded teachers, administrators, par- while in Panama. When the trip ended consistently to work with students ents, and students collaborate to aid the attendees were no longer passive who need extra help. In addition, students in creating their own visions listeners of missionary stories — they the school was awarded the Goody’s of how they can make the world a themselves were now missionaries, Volunteer Grant which also provides better place. with a fresh understanding of what a volunteer to assist with the kinder- Two principals, Henrietta Bishop the term implies. One parent testified, garten program. and Equilla Wright, teamed up to “It helped change my child’s life and The principal, Doris Hanna-Jones, plan a mission trip to Panama. Soon helped her to refocus her goals in life.” who is trained in special education, the schools enthusiastically began The trip made such a profound networks with the Title One and After to make preparations, and raised impact that the planners want to con- School Plus programs. This associa- more than $2,000 collectively for the duct the event every two years.

May 2008 • TIDINGS 21 SchoolYour Guide to Schools Directory in the Southern Union

Adventist schools meet the needs of the entire child in a safe and nurturing environment, providing critical, values-based character education.

CAROLINA CONFERENCE Columbia Adventist Acad./Lexington, SC, 704.531.9230 803.796.0277 Greenville SDA School/Greenville, SC, Academy (Gr a d e s 9–12) Crossroads Adv. School/Statesville, NC, 864.232.8885 Mt. Pisgah Academy/Candler, NC. 704.878.2070 High Country Christian/Banner Elk, NC, 828.667.2535 Eddlemon Adv. School/Spartanburg, SC, 828.898.3677 864.576.2234 Johnston, William SDA/Hickory, NC, Elementary Schools (Pr e K–8) Elizabeth City School/Elizabeth, City, NC, 828.837.4005 Adventist Christian Acad./Charlotte, NC, 252.335.0343 Myrtle Beach SDA School/Myrtle Bch, SC, 704.366.4351 Fayetteville Adv. Christian/Fayetteville, NC, 843.449.9150 Adventist Christian Acad./Raleigh, NC, 910.484.6091 Poplar Springs SDA/Westminster, SC, 919.233.1300 Five Oaks Adv. Christian/Durham, NC, 864.638.5963 Asheville-Pisgah School/Candler, NC, 919.493.5555 Salisbury Adventist School/Salisbury, NC, 828.667.3255 Florence Adv. School/Florence, SC, 704.633.1282 Beaufort SDA School/Beaufort, SC, 843.669.9858 Silver Creek Adventist/Morganton, NC, 843.846.1395 Greater Charlotte Christian/Charlotte, NC, 828.584.3010 Brookhaven SDA School/Winterville, NC, 252.756.5777 The Adventist EDGE, the school improvement initiative in the Camden Adventist School/Camden, SC, 803.432.0541 Southern Union, is the only such program of all the unions Charleston SDA School/Charleston, SC, throughout the North American Division. 843.571.7519

22 T IDINGS • May 2008 Melbourne-Palm Bay SDA School/Mel- Elementary Schools (Pr e K–8) A total of 20% of teachers bourne, FL, 321.727.8877 A.W. Spalding SDA School/Collegedale, Miami Springs Adv. School/Miami Springs, TN, 423.396.2122 in our Union are certified FL, 305.888.2244 Augusta SDA School/Augusta, GA, 4-MAT trainers. Naples SDA Christian School/Naples, FL, 706.651.0491 239.597.2033 Becker Adventist School/Atlanta, GA, New Port Richey Adv./New Port Richey, 404.299.1131 Tri-City Junior Academy/High Pint, NC, School Directory FL, 727.842.8919 Carman Adventist School/Marietta, GA, 336.665.9822 N. Florida SDA Elem. School/High 770.424.0606 Tryon SDA School/Lynn, NC, Springs, FL, 386.454.2777 Coble Elementary School/Calhoun, GA, 828.859.6889 Okeechobee Adv. Christian/Okeechobee, 423.336.5052 Wilmington SDA School/Wilmington, NC, FL, 352.236.2420 Columbus, SDA School/Columbus, GA, 910.762.4224 FLORIDA CONFERENCE Of students who apply for admission to medical school

Academies (Gr a d e s 9–12) programs, 34% of those attending Adventist schools are Forest Lake Academy/Apopka, FL, accepted, compared to 9% at public schools. 407.862.8411 Greater Miami Academy/Miami, FL, 305.220.5955 Orlando Jr. Academy, Orlando, 706.561.7601 FL/407.898.1251 Cookeville Christian Elem./Cookeville, TN, Elementary Schools (Pr e K–8) Osceola Adv. Christian School/Kissim- 931.537.3561 Beryl Wisdom Adventist School/Orlando, mee, FL, 407.348.2226 Cumberland Heights SDA/Coalmont, TN, FL, 407.291.3073 Port Charlotte Adv. School/Port Charlotte, 9 31.6 9 2. 3 9 8 2 Bright Horizons Christian Acad./Grove- FL, 941.625.5237 Douglasville SDA School/Douglasville, land, FL, 352.429.8059 Sawgrass Adventist School/Plantation, FL, GA, 770.949.6734 Cocoa Adventist School/Cocoa, FL, 954.473.4622 Duluth Jr. Academy/Duluth, GA, 321.636.2551 Tampa Adventist Academy/Tampa, FL, 770.497.8607 Deltona Adventist School/Dade City, FL, 813.228.7950 Dunlap Adventist School/Dunlap, TN, 386.532.9333 University SDA Church School/Orlando, 423.949.2920 Forest City Adv. School/Altamonte FL, 407.657.6904 Springs, FL, 407.299.0703 Venice SDA Elementary School/Venice, Forest Lake Education Center/Longwood, FL, 941.493.0997 The Southern Union has FL, 407.862.7688 Walker Memorial Jr. Acad./Avon Park, FL, Gold Coast Jr. Academy/Boynton, Beach, 863.453.3131 witnessed 6,704 students FL, 561.364.7388 W. Coast Christian Acad. /Bradenton, FL, baptized in the last Gulfcoast Adventist School/St. Peters- 941.755.9667 five years. burg, FL, 727.346.2141 W. Palm Beach Jr. Acad./W. Palm Bch, FL, Heritage Jr. Academy/Ocala, FL, 561.689.9575 352.236.2420 William A. Kirlew Jr. Acad./Opa Locka, FL, Faulkner Springs Christian/McMinnville, Indigo Christian Jr. Acad. /Daytona Beach, 305.474.4760 TN, 931.668.4092 FL, 386.255.5917 Winter Haven Adv. Acad./Winter Haven, Greeneville Adventist Academy/Greenev- Jacksonville Adv. Acad. /Jacksonville, FL, FL, 863.299.7984 ille, TN, 423.639.2011 904.268.2433 ZL Sung SDA School/Gainesville, FL, Inez Wrenn SDA School/Crossville, TN, James E. Sampson Memorial/Ft. Pierce, 352.376.6040 931.484.3150 FL, 772.465.8386 Jasper Adventist Christian School/Jasper, Life-Changing Christian Acad. /Mt. Dora, TN, 423.942.1819 FL 352.383.9920 GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND Jellico SDA School/Jellico, TN, CONFERENCE 423.784.9355 Josephine Edwards Christian/Elijay, GA, There are 2,502 Academies (Gr a d e s 9–12) 706.635.2644 pre-school and 11,636 Atlanta Adventist Academy/Duluth, GA, Knoxville Adventist School/Knoxville, TN, 404.699.1400 865.522.9929 school-aged children Collegedale Academy/Collegedale, TN, LaGrange SDA School/LaGrange, GA, attending Adventist schools in 423.396.2124 706.884.8572 Georgia-Cumberland Acad./Calhoun, GA, Lakeland Adventist School/Lakeland, GA, the Southern Union. 706.629.4591 229.482.2418

May 2008 • TIDINGS 23 Students in Adventist academies are 50% more likely to take advanced placement, honor, or dual-enrollment college classes in science and math than public school students.

Learning Tree Elem. School/Dalton, GA, Elementary Schools (Pr e K–8) Academy/Taylor Mill, KY, 859.431.9933 706.278.2736 Bass Christian Elementary/Lumberton, Dickson Adventist Elementary/Dickson, Lester Coon Apison SDA/Apison, TN, MS, 601.794.8867 TN, 615.446.7030 423.236.4926 Big Cove Christian Acad./Owens Cross Highland Elementary School/Portland, TN, Maryville SDA School/Maryville, TN, Road, AL, 256.518.9642 615.325.3184 865.982.7584 College Drive SDA School/Pearl, MS, Hines Memorial Elem. School/Jackson, Meister Mem. SDA School/Deer Lodge, 601.664.1408 TN, 731.427.0012 TN, 931.863.4944 Corinth Adventist School/Glen, MS, Lexington Jr. Academy/Lexington, KY, Misty Meadows SDA/Ringgold, GA, 662.286.3600 859.278.0295 706.937.9923 Emerald Coast Christian/Ft. Walton Louisville Jr. Academy/Louisville, KY, Beach, FL, 850.243.1910 502.452.2965 Emmaus Christian School/Co- Madison Elementary School/Madison, TN, Students in lumbus, MS, 662.241.7264 615.865.4575 Floral Crest SDA School/ Bryant, Manchester SDA Elem./Manchester, KY, Seventh-day Adventist AL, 256.597.2582 606.598.5427 schools score above the Gulf Coast SDA School/Biloxi, Memphis Jr. Academy/Memphis, TN, MS, 228.392.5727 901.683.1061 national average in Hoover Christian School/Hoover, Pewee Valley Jr. Acad/Pewee Valley, KY, reading, math, and AL, 205.987.3376 502.241.4354 Marianna SDA School/Marianna, Ridgetop Adventist Elem./Ridgetop, TN, language arts. FL, 850.482.2659 615.859.0259 Mobile Jr. Academy/Mobile, AL, Tullahoma SDA Elem./Tullahoma, TN, 251.633.8638 931.455.1924 Morristown SDA School/Morristown, TN, Montgomery SDA School/Montgomery, Woodbury SDA School/Woodbury, TN, 423.586.4198 AL, 334.272.6437 615.765.5330 Murphy Adventist School/Murphy, NC, Mountain View Adv. Academy/Pell City, AL, 828.837.5857 205.640.5951 SOUTH ATLANTIC Oglethorpe SDA School, Oglethorpe, GA, Panama City Adventist School/Panama CONFERENCE 478.472.2388 City, FL, 850.769.3405 Ooltewah Adventist School/Ooltewah, TN, Pensacola SDA Jr. Academy/Pensacola, Academy (Gr a d e s 9–12) 423.238.4449 FL, 850.478.8838 Greater Atlanta Adv. Acad/Atlanta, GA, Pikeville SDA School/Pikeville, TN, 404.799.0337 423.447.3026 KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE Savannah Adv. Christian/Savannah, CONFERENCE Elementary Schools (Pr e K–8) GA912.748.5977 Abney Chapel/Fayetteville, NC, Shoal Creek Adventis/Sharpsburg, GA, Academies (Gr a d e s 9–12) 910.488.7525 770.251.1464 Highland Academy/Portland, TN, Baldwin Chapel School/High Point, NC, Standifer Gap SDA School/Chattanooga, 615.325.2036 336.889.7930 TN, 423.892.6013 Madison Academy/Madison, TN, Berea Jr. Academy/Sumter, SC, Tri-City SDA School/Gray, TN, 615.865.4055 803.469.6580 423.477.4600 Wildwood Adventist Elem/Wildwood, GA, Elementary 706.820.1493 Schools (Pr e K–8) Wimbish Adventist School/Macon, GA, Bill Egly Elementary 478.477.4600 School/Lawrenceburg, TN, 931.762.6279 Centerville Elementary GULF STATES School/Centerville, TN, CONFERENCE 931.729.9856 Columbia SDA El- Academies (Gr a d e s 9–12) ementary/Columbia, KY, Bass Memorial Academy/Lumberton, MS, 270.384.6798 601.794.8867 Covington Christian

24 T IDINGS • May 2008 Berean Christian Jr. Acad. /Atlanta, GA, Elementary Schools (Pr e K–8) 404.799.0337 Alcy SDA School/Memphis, TN, More than 85% of Adventist Berean Jr. Academy/Charlotte, NC, 901.775.3960 704.391.7800 Avondale SDA School/Chattanooga, academy graduates in the Bethany Jr. Academy/Macon, GA TN, 423.698.5028 Southern Union attend 478.746.7499 Bethany Christian Acad./Montgomery, Carolina Adventist Acad./Whiteville, NC, AL, 334.264.2101 college, as compared to 66% 910.640.0855 E.E. Rogers SDA School/Jackson, Decatur Adv. Jr. Acad/ Stone Mountain, MS, 601.981.2648 of public school graduates. GA, 770.08.2188 Emma L. Minnis Jr. Acad../Louisville, Emanuel SDA Jr. Academy/Albany, GA, KY, 502.774.2108 FL, 321.733.4551 229.420.9823 Emmanuel SDA School/Mobile, AL, Palm Beach SDA Billingual School, Rivi- 251.478.1140 era Beach, FL, 561.881.0130 Ephesus Jr. Acad- Perrine SDA School, Miami, FL, Children who graduate from Adventist emy/Birmingham, AL, 786.228.9549 schools and remain in the Church throughout 205.786.2194 Shiloh SDA School, Ocala, FL, F.H. Jenkins School/ 352.629.6857 their adulthood number approximately 70%. Nashville, TN, SEC Innovative Program, Mt. Dora, FL, 615.227.8992 352.735.3142 Oakwood Elem. School/ Ephesus Jr. Academy/Wilmington, NC, Huntsville, AL, 256.726.8358 910.762.9989 University Elem. School/Knoxville, TN, COLLEGES AND Ephesus Jr. Academy/Winston-Salem, 865.524.1424 UNIVERSITIES NC, 336.724.3046 Gethsemane SDA School/Raleigh, NC, SOUTHEASTERN Florida Hospital College of Health Sci- 919.833.1844 CONFERENCE ences/Orlando, FL 407.303.7747 Lithonia Adventist Academy/Lithonia, GA, Oakwood University/Huntsville, AL,

770.482.0294 Elementary Schools (Pr e K–8) 256.726.7000 Napoleon B. Smith Acad./Greensboro, Broward Jr. Academy, Plantation, FL, Southern Adventist University/ NC, 336.273.0054 954.316.8301 Collegedale, TN, 423.236.2765 Oakland Avenue School/Florence, SC, Daughter of Zion Jr. Academy, Delray 843.669.8402 Beach, FL, 561.243.0715 Self-supporting and home-operated Ramah Jr. Academy/Savannah, GA, Elim Jr. Academy, St. Petersburg, FL, Seventh-day Adventist schools, although 912.233.3101 727.327.8651 presumably confirming to the same guide- Smithfield SDA School/Smithfield, NC, Ephesus Jr. Academy, Jacksonville, FL, lines, are not included in the above list. 919.93 4.8 313 904.765.3225 Vanard Mendinghall Acad/Orangeburg, Ephesus Jr. Academy, West Palm Beach, SC, 803.535.3737 FL, 561.832.9789 Miami Union Academy, N. Miami, FL, The Southern Union is 305.953.9907 Mt. Calvary SDA School, Tampa, FL, home to 92 pre-K facilities, 813.238.0433 187 elementary schools, Mt. Olivet SDA School, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 954.792.6010 16 academies, 1 college, Mt. Sinai Jr. Acad- and 2 universities. emy, Orlando, FL, More than 80% of graduates from 407.298.7871 New Hope Adventist high schools successfully SOUTH CENTRAL SDA School, CONFERENCE Ft. Lauderdale, complete college degrees, compared to FL954.587.3842 only 14% of public Academy (Gr a d e s 9–12) Palm Bay SDA Oakwood Adventist Acad./Huntsville, AL, School, Palm Bay, 256.726.7010 high school graduates.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY The Seventh-day Adventist Church in all of its church schools, admits students of any race to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities gener- ally accorded or made available to students at its schools, and makes no discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnic background, country of origin, or gender in the administration of education policies, applications for admission, scholarship or local programs, and extracurricular programs.

May 2008 • TIDINGS 25

A Complete Package for Learning

BY CHRISTOPHER COKE Education at Greater Atlanta Ad- economics, basket- ventist Academy (GAAA) is three-fold ball, Chess Club, in nature. The school is proud of its 4-H Club, newspa- academic excellence, its Christian per, and cosmetol- learning environment, and the wide ogy are the main array of extra-curricular activities it extra-curricular offers to satisfy the social needs of activities GAAA each student. offers. The curriculum at GAAA en- This school compasses mastery of the sciences, year, Helene Har- mathematics, language arts, foreign ris, GAAA’s guid- languages, and general studies, pre- ance counselor, paring the student for advanced or was instrumental college preparatory placement. in implementing a Learning occurs in a Christian Certified Nursing environment, fostered by caring Assistant (CNA) teachers and counselors. A school program through week infuses chapel, classroom Job Corp. Nine worship, and open prayer during seniors receive a Danielle Byrd instructs students in the anatomy-physiology customary school activities. These monthly stipend lab during a disecting activity. activities enhance and stimulate the for participating spiritual growth of the students. in the program, and help will be inch, wide screen, high definition, In addition to academics, numer- provided for employment once they flat screen panels. This will allow ous elective courses are also offered. have passed the state exam. They are additional courses to be taught in the areas of web page design and video Greater Atlanta Adventist Academy Adventist Atlanta Greater Band, GAAA Concert Choir, auto happy to acquire skills that will give mechanics, drama, hand bells, home them employment during the sum- editing. Orlando King, GAAA prin- mer and when cipal, was instrumental in facilitating they go on to this much needed improvement to college. help keep students abreast with the The recent age of technological advancements. computer lab These and other facets of GAAA upgrade has makes the program a complete pack- brought a new age and allows students to learn on technology di- a three-dimensional level, catering mension. The lab to the mental, spiritual, and social has been outfit- aspect of learning — as a graduating ted with comput- senior and editor of the school news- ers with Pentium paper — I believe this is what gives quad processors our school an EDGE. and running Christopher Coke is a senior at GAAA Nine students are participating in the Certified Nursing Assis- Vistas Ultimate, and editor of the school newspaper.

A tlanta , G eorgia tant program this year. as well as 22-

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South Central Conference

Experiencing God’s Blessings

South Central Conference Edu- dents in the development of a skill her visit just two weeks prior to her cation Department covers Alabama, that will benefit others for a lifetime. passing. Mississippi, Kentucky, and Tennes- We are thankful that we serve a God Ertha Pascal Trouillot, a former see. We have 10 schools, with an who owns the cattle on a thousand president of Haiti, intrigued and mes- enrollment of approximately 670 hills and takes time to make sure that merized the Bethany Golden Eagles students. Each of our schools follows His children enjoy the benefits of His with her own inspiring journey from the Southern Union initiatives, which wealth. lawyer to Supreme Court judge to include extracurricular involvement Renee Whiting is the principal at president. Trouillot shared her life in global missions both locally and Avondale Adventist School. sketch in French as her daughter, C. abroad. All schools are experiencing Yantha Corbier, translated. History, God’s blessings and successes, and Bethany Hosts Living Legends geography, and culture were creatively two are featured in this article. The Golden Eagles — students, integrated in a lesson that truly epito- administration, faculty, and staff — mized the Adventist EDGE (Educators Avondale’s Band Praises God of Bethany Christian Academy in Delivering GREAT Education) concept. Avondale is a traditional, small Montgomery, Alabama, were proud to Bethany Golden Eagles were Adventist elementary school located host an impressive array of resource enriched spiritually, academically, and in the rolling hills of Chattanooga, speakers as they studied civil rights culturally as history was personified, Tennessee. As we began the 2007– history and women in history. Among and these experiences were recorded 2008 academic year, we incorporated the inspiring guests were living leg- as lifelong memories. into our curriculum Gardener’s Mul- ends Johnnie R. Carr and Ertha Pascal Reggenia Baskin teaches the tiple Intelligences educational teach- Trouillot. Their presentations led fourth grade class at Bethany Chris- ing strategy. With this method, we students and adults on an enhanced tian Academy. stepped out in faith and purchased educational jour- enough band instruments for the third ney of historical through eighth grade students. Being proportion. a small school, we lacked the finances Johnnie R. necessary to fund this project. How- Carr, a 97-year- ever, today Avondale owns all of the old civil rights instruments that our students use. We icon inspired also use them when we minister to and motivated our three constituent churches: Or- faculty, students, chard Park, New Life, and Real Truth parents and com- Seventh-day Adventist churches. munity guests We are thankful for our band as she shared instructors who accepted the chal- her courageous lenge of teaching our students. Many experiences as a students had never played an instru- co-laborer with ment, but are now able to read music Martin Luther and play extensively through various King Jr. and Rosa genres of music. Cleveland Hobdy, Parks. The Betha- Ertha Pascal Trouillot (front row, right), former Haitian presi- pastor of New Life Church; Cheryl ny Golden Eagles dent, shared her life sketch in French as her daughter, C. Yantha Forester; and Becky Reynolds donate experienced the Corbier (front row, left), translated. Also pictured here are the their time weekly to assist our stu- timely blessing of fourth grade Golden Eagles with Reggenia Baskin (rear).

May 2008 • TIDINGS 27

Continuing the Vision

By Olivia Beverly and Delma Harvey

Nestled on the perimeter of cial, and physical environment that the school by performing regularly the campus of Oakwood Univer- “Develops, Nurtures, and Affirms” at area constituent churches, under sity, Oakwood Adventist Academy (DNA) students for an eternity of the direction of Philip Williams. (OAA) has been an institution service to God and a lifetime of Our vocational Certified fostering academic excellence for service to humanity, OAA contin- Nursing Assistant (CNA) program many, many years. Established in ues to press forward in providing celebrated its third year of provid- 1945 as a laboratory school for a rigorous academic and extracur- ing invaluable technical training for the College of Education, the K-12 ricular program of study. our students through the guidance Academy still serves as a major The 2007-2008 school year has of Aline Dormer, a retired professor training institution for the Educa- been a spiritually rewarding and from Oakwood University. We have tion Department, as well as other reflective year. This year students expanded the nursing program to departments at Oakwood Univer- from OAA attended four Bible include members from the Hunts- sity. conferences, participated in and ville community. The CNA training Each year OAA provides the opportu- serves more than 150 nity for both OAA and Oakwood University community students students from all over to become certified by the United States and the state of Alabama abroad, including stu- and work in nursing dents from the College homes, hospitals, and of Education, as well other healthcare-related as the Nursing, Psy- facilities. chology, Mathematics, To continue the Oakwood Adventist Academy Adventist Oakwood and Theology depart- vision set forth by our ments, for their ob- founders, OAA is finally servation and student Oakwood Elementary orchestra embarking upon the teaching experiences. building of a new K-12 During the years, facility. The new state- some students have returned to conducted three weeks of prayer, of-the-art academy will help us teach at OAA. Others have reached celebrated their Adventist heritage, enrich our curriculum with some of academic heights of monumental participated in numerous constitu- the basic components set forth and proportions and are now working ent church programs, and trav- E.G. White by allow us to provide in a myriad of careers. An added eled to several churches outside a learning environment that empha- significant benefit for the Academy of South Central Conference to sizes hands-on learning experienc- has been the opportunity to col- participate in educational pro- es. We look forward to continuing laborate with faculty of the various grams. The Academy Choir alone on the upward path of educating departments from the University. has not only traveled to Southern our students for eternity — not just Academy students participate Adventist University; Columbus, the here and now. in numerous learning experiences, Ohio; and Knoxville, Tennessee; Olivia Beverly is the K-12 head prin- both in and out of the classroom. but has also participated in several cipal at Oakwood Adventist Academy, In keeping with our mission to choir festivals and competitions. and Delma Harvey is the K-8 principal. provide a spiritual, academic, so- The Academy Choir also represents H untsville , A labama

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Southeastern Conference

Continuing the Vision Education Leads to Redemption By Carol Byrd

The Southeastern Conference Of- ences have jointly fice of Education is working with our participated in churches to promote the advantages the program. of Christian education for girls and God has boys in the Conference. Southeastern blessed South- has witnessed a tremendous increase eastern with sev- in enrollment in all 15 of its schools. eral new school One school is a full-time academy, facilities this year. three are junior academies, and 11 Ephesus – West are elementary schools. There are 83 Palm Beach, teachers serving 1,095 students. In ad- Florida, complet- dition, Southeastern operates 12 early ed the construc- childhood education centers with a tion of a state- total enrollment of 380 children. of-the-art facility The Office of Education strives to that cost more offer the best education to all stu- than $4 million. dents. The Adventist EDGE concept, The complex is “Educators Delivering GREAT Educa- equipped with tion,” is always stressed and upheld. gymnasium, com- Professional development presenta- mercial kitchen, Juan M. Garcia (left), MUA chaplain, baptized 13 students after tions have been selected to meet the 13 classrooms, the annual fall week of prayer, including Madeline Gustave. needs of educational personnel at library, science Conference and school in-services. The lab, and computer lab. Elim Jr. Acad- Charlie Crist in attendance. Crist ex- students’ individual needs are met emy in St. Petersburg has an impres- pressed his gratitude to Miami Union with trained and qualified personnel sive 18-classroom building, a full-size Academy for providing a quality who are able to anchor the students regulation gymnasium, and a fully educational experience for the youth in a relationship with God first, and equipped commercial kitchen. Bethel in south Florida. then prepare them for a joyful life Adventist School in Florida City and Evangelism is always in the fore- of service in their chosen careers. Perrine School both are lovely new front of Southeastern schools. Several The optimum goal is 100 percent of facilities. students have been baptized as a students from Adventist homes to be The annual Conference Spell- result of Bible classes, student weeks students in Southeastern schools. ing Bee was hosted by the Mt. Sinai of prayer, baptismal classes, and re- One hundred percent certifica- School in Orlando, Florida. The ligious chapels in our schools. In the tion of all teachers is one of Elisa spelling bee was very enthusiastic and highest sense, the work of education Young’s, Conference education su- challenging, lasting 38 rounds. and the work of redemption are one, perintendent, goals. The development Southeastern’s annual Education for in education, as in redemption, of the Oakwood University – South- Rally was recently held at the Ephesus “other foundation can no man lay eastern Teacher Institute has made it – West Palm Beach School. Former than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ” possible for every teacher to achieve graduates of Miami Union Academy Education, page 30. North American Division teacher cer- (MUA) were honored. Miami Union Carol Byrd is the associate educa- tification. More than 80 teachers from Academy also hosted the “Step Up for tion superintendent for the Southeastern the Southeastern and Florida confer- Students Rally,” with Florida Governor Conference.

May 2008 • TIDINGS 29 Shaping Leaders for Today and the Future By Esmeralda Guzman-Harris Equipping young people with the names of all the honorees for sider it a safe haven. the tools to make a difference in the past three years. By providing a quality Christian this world is such a daunting task, Brittany Farrington-Beasly, a se- education, MUA has had a hand in but one we must strive to reach as nior, was honored at the Heritage of molding and training hundreds of Seventh-day Adventist Christian edu- a Dream awards ceremony. Brittany young people, and preparing them cators. Preparing them to be pro- was recognized because of changes to assume their roles in this com- ductive citizens of this world, and to she has made since attending MUA. munity. be ready for the Earth made new, is Brittany says, “Being in an Adven- Ronald Brisé, the first Adventist one of the main reasons that Miami tist school has forced Union Academy (MUA) exists today. me to make a change There are about 42 nationalities in my life and not just represented at MUA. “We enjoy the accept mediocrity.” diversity of God’s rainbow,” states She says that she feels Regina Harris, MUA principal. The much more comfort- need to create awareness about our able at MUA because different cultures, and promote an of the close-knit staff; atmosphere of tolerance and appre- and because when you ciation for each other, inspired the make a mistake, you birth of the International Club. are encouraged to pick The main objectives of the yourself up and move

Miami Union Academy Union Miami International Club are to focus on forward. “I have learned diversity, and look for practices that everything is not to improve our relationships with acceptable. Common people from different backgrounds. courtesy and respect We have visited different consulates should cause you to in south Florida in order to research present yourself in a Joshua Ortiz, the 11th grade recipient of the MUA Heri- the various backgrounds represent- much better way.” tage of a Dream Award, receives the award from Shelly ed at our school. A different coun- Joshua Ortiz, an- Garner, MUA assistant principal, as his father proudly try is featured each month and the other high school student stands by his side. heritage celebrated. awarded, also spoke The “Heritage of a Dream” of how receiving a Christian educa- to serve as a Florida State Repre- award ceremony was held this year tion has changed his focus on life. sentative says, “Adventist Christian on February 28. The ceremony He says, “I was chosen because of education is the answer to make a recognizes students and commu- my change in behavior, and because difference in the lives of our future nity leaders based on citizenship; I show much more respect to my leaders. We must not cease in our academics; commitment to personal teachers and fellow classmates.” Both efforts. We must not get weary.” Bri- improvement; involvement in com- students spoke of how their prayer sé, a Haitian-American, is a proud munity service; and their desire to life has changed since being in an graduate of MUA. Yes, Christian promote equality, kindness, respect, Adventist school, and how they have education does pay! and harmony among their peers and a closer relationship with Christ. They Esmeralda Guzzman-Harris spon- the student body as a whole. We view Christian education as a shelter sors the International Club.

N orth M iami , F lorida have a Heritage Wall at MUA with from this harsh world, and they con-

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Self -Supporting Schools

Providing Remedial Schooling Advent Home — Calhoun, Tennessee By Barbara Graham The ministry has changed its Most Advent Home students are Costa Rica. The “Healthier You Well- name, but not its mission. Advent several grades behind when they en- ness Program” provides students the Home Learning Center, Inc. (AHLC), roll. Remedial classroom instruction, opportunity for hands-on learning by formerly Advent Home Youth Ser- small classes, an intensive tutoring conducting health expos in neighbor- vices, Inc., remains a symbol of hope program, and year-round enrollment ing public schools. for reversing ADHD in teenage boys. all help to get students back on grade The school is housed in the at- During the years, the Center continues level — a requirement for graduation. tractive Barbara Cox Learning Center. to provide quality remedial education Total quality improvement in- It contains spacious classrooms, a for special students and to success- cludes dedicated teachers who either library, offices, and an auditorium. fully mainstream them back into the have or are pursuing master’s degrees. An electronic library, containing more regular school system. The Center is accredited for five years. than 3,000 volumes, was recently A survey by the E.A. Sutherland installed. Technology and Switched on Education Association (EASEA) Schoolhouse (S.O.S.) are used to offer reported very high parent satisfac- online courses. tion with the overall school pro- Advent Home Learning Center gram. Most parents believe AHLC continues to follow the biblical admo- teachers are preparing their sons nition, “Train up a child in the way he for more advanced educational should go, and when he is old he will opportunities and spiritual growth. not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 Educational field trips are an Barbara Graham is writer/editor essential part of the curriculum. for Advent Home Learning Center, Inc. Small classes benefit students. Last summer a group traveled to Ninety-Eight Years and Counting Fletcher Academy — Fletcher, North Carolina By Rob Gettys

We’ve all heard the saying, “The Mexico by airplane, rather than riding more things change, the more they a horse from nearby Hendersonville, stay the same,” and very often it is North Carolina, but the central focus true. With all of the changes that is still “My grace is sufficient for have taken place in nearly 100 years thee.” of operation, Fletcher Academy is still In the past 98 years, our edu- a school that is focused on introduc- cational landscape has changed ing young people and their families significantly; however, our mission to Jesus Christ. of encouraging students to develop Sure, we often use interwrite a personal relationship with Jesus “smart” boards instead of chalkboards Christ won’t change until we’re in for the teachers to help present their Heaven with Him. Fletcher remains lessons in the classroom, but the cen- committed to “Educating for Eternity tral focus is still “For God so loved by providing a distinctly Adventist the world that He gave His only education which prepares every stu- Son…” dent for a life of service.” Please visit Yes, many of our students may us at www.fletcheracademy.com have traveled to attend Fletcher from Rob Gettys is the principal at Ceeo Choi (left), Rob Gettys, Karen as far away as Korea, Ethiopia, or Fletcher Academy. Cottrell, and Cecely Garcia

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Self -Supporting Schools

The Ultimate Education — Savannah, Tennessee By Steve Dickman Harbert Hills Academy exists to also allows students to earn a sig- going forth to satisfy “the greatest want transform lives. Students are on a jour- nificant portion of their way through of the world.” ney of getting to know God better — school – learning self-discipline, the Steve Dickman is the president at Har- through His Word, through academic value of work, and how to think and bert Hills Academy. pursuits, and through hands-on and act for themselves. Students project-based learning experiences. learn to care for the elderly; The natural cycles of learning build houses; repair automo- from the 4-MAT program are being biles; and grow, preserve, integrated into each class so that all and cook food. Students students have the opportunity to excel. also learn how to effectively The great principles of education, as help others at home and instituted by God in the original school abroad, through mission and in the Garden of Eden, are applied. community service opportu- Nature, the farm, the field, and the nities. laboratory are part of the schoolroom, Day by day, students with opportunities to see and experi- are transformed into active, ence the handiwork of the Creator. lifelong learners who are The hands-on training program drawing nearer to Christ and In the lab are Katrina Mebane (left) and Sarah Jens. God Working Through Young People Heritage Academy — Monterey, Tennessee By Debbie Baker Heritage Academy has a rich histo- tors, nurses, physical therapists, nurse together, pray together, and seek new ry. Its roots began at Madison College, practitioners, contractors, educators, innovations in learning. These innova- dating back to 1904. The curriculum pilots, and more. tions put into practice at Heritage in- follows Tennessee state guidelines and “Being well prepared academically clude a variety of outdoor venues that is accredited as a Category II school is only a small part of what I carried can be used by teachers and students with the state of Tennessee. On aver- away from Heritage Academy. What for learning, a scheduled hour of per- age, 80 percent of graduates choose helped me the most was the work sonal devotional time each morning, to go directly to college, and many ethic I developed. Now while in col- training in literature evangelism and of them are involved in Church work lege, I work and go to school, which giving Bible studies, FEMA certifica- around the world. They include pas- took no effort to get used to thanks tion, American Red Cross First Aid/CPR to Heritage. The whole idea training for disaster response, the cre- of the work ethic during high ation of inspirational and motivational school made my transition programs through video production, entering college life effort- and a new mission pilot program de- less.” Jessica Martins, Southern signed to train young people to enter Adventist University sopho- mission aviation following academy. more. When a young person has the op- Recognizing that the work portunity to take advantage of all these of true education and the aspects of learning, the Lord does work of redemption are the mighty things in them and through same, a personal relationship them. with Christ is first and fore- Debbie Baker is the administrator at most. Heritage staff, students, Heritage Academy. Disaster clean-up from Florida tornado, March 2007 and administration study

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Proclaiming the Name of Jesus Laurelbrook Academy — Dayton, Tennessee By Chuck Hess Students from Laurelbrook Acad- “It was great to use the skills I response to a call was an awesome emy recently returned from a mission learned in school to help people in experience!” trip to Eden Garden Orphanage in need.” -Ali Small, a junior (after preach- Haiti. While there, students and staff - Chuckie Hess, sophomore ing on Heaven) worked together to build a medical (preacher and builder) “To be able to take the training clinic, hold a two-week evangelistic “To see the people standing in of the head, the heart, and the hands series for the community, and present from the classroom and translate it in Vacation Bible School for 60-70 chil- “service” to others while proclaiming dren each night. Basic medical care the name of Jesus is what Christian was also provided to the community education is all about. It is exciting through our nursing staff. to work with young people as you It was a life changing experience see them make that connection and for many of the young people. Here see the difference it makes in their life are a few of the comments: decisions and their future involvement “I loved the kids the most. They with the Church.” were so eager to learn and to help, Chuck Hess is the principal at Laurel- and so starved for love and attention.” brook Academy. - Leeann Brown, sophomore

Another Path of Adventist Education Homeschooling — Across the Southern Union By Sheila Elwin

Traveling alongside the tra- flexibility during their day to accom- she says, “Above all, we all want ditional system of learning is an- pany me on visits to older church to prepare them for life here, but other group of Adventist educators members, service projects, nature more importantly for eternal life in — home educators. Both groups parks, etc. Because they are with heaven.” have placed children first, and both me on these outings, they develop a Sheila Elwin is a homeschool mom, groups have a final goal of salvation strong sense of belonging to a wider proofreader for the Southern Tidings, in mind for their youth, though their community.” and a freelance writer/editor in Atlanta. paths are sometimes different. “Every day, this world becomes “The biggest reason [we home- a more fearful, stressful place to be,” school] is a lack of Adventist schools notes Vinette Brown Dye, educating in my area,” says Leigh Pritchett two sets of twins in South Carolina. who homeschools her daughter in “I know I must literally saturate Are you an Adventist Georgia. “Now that I have come them in an environment where all home educator? to terms with the thought of ho- of their choices are Holy Spirit ap- We are looking for ways to meschooling, it seems the natural proved,” she says. support our homeschoolers, and choice.” “We at home teach our children are compiling a contact list so we Charity Pitton, with two chil- to respect others, work diligently, can reach you to suggest re- dren in Florida, says she decided on and love God,” says Joyce Yoon, sources and listen to your ideas. home education “to offer more indi- who homeschools three children Please contact Currine Harris at vidualized instruction and pacing to in North Carolina, while a fourth 404-299-1832, x439 or charris@ my sons.” She finds that her family attends Fletcher Academy. She southernunion.com to be added has been blessed by the flexible speaks for all Adventist educators to the list. schedule: “My children have more — at home and at school — when

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Southern Adventist University

Defying Physics While Studying About It By Jaime Myers Ask Albert Einstein if a student institution using VCAM technology in will be able to study under seasoned in Florida could observe and respond this way. This is the future of educa- professors, many with a Ph.D. It al- to an experiment in Tennessee, and tion.” lows them to add diversity to their he would probably say no. Yet that’s VCAM works like a multifaceted catalogue by offering classes that they exactly what happens when Ken Cavi- phone call. With a video camera, would otherwise be unable to offer. ness, Southern Adventist University microphone, speaker, and television And the more academies that sign up physics professor, connects with his screen, a Southern professor can call for VCAM classes, the more affordable class at Forest Lake Academy. his or her class hundreds of miles it becomes for all of the participating Surrounded by high-tech tools away. Once connected, the profes- academies.” and physics equipment, Caviness asks sor can see and hear the class on the Academies interested in partici- a question about the relative humidity screen, and the class can see and hear pating in next year’s VCAM classes level with a set of hypothetical envi- its professor — live. If a professor can visit online.southern.edu for ronmental variables. At Forest Lake teaches a class at multiple academies, details. Academy, more than 550 miles away, he or she can see up to eight classes Jaime Myers is a senior English and his students consult their notes and on the screen at a time and can cycle international studies major at Southern field the correct answer. through even more. Adventist University. In the physics class, Caviness can use the camera to zoom in on a par- ticular student or watch them perform an experiment. His students at Forest Lake Academy have been outfitted by Another Way to the Florida Conference with three lab stations, each including laptops and Get a Head Start physics equipment. Caviness can use High school students want- the laptop in his lab to see what’s on ing to take dual-enrollment classes his students’ screens. He also has a from Southern need not wait for Smart Board Sympodium tablet com- their academies to acquire VCAM puter on which he can write equa- equipment. They also have the tions and show pictures, graphics, and option of individually taking online Ken Caviness demonstrates how his websites, which are then instantly vis- classes, which allows them to get lectures appear to the students in Florida. ible on the television screen at Forest a head start on his or her college When he is giving a live lecture, Caviness Lake Academy. In addition, he has a sees the Florida classroom on his monitor education. Students taking online second dedicated camera to point out with an inset of himself in the lower right- classes are able to watch lectures, specific passages in the textbook. hand corner. take quizzes, and submit home- “Sometimes there are challenges,” work from the comfort of home. says Caviness, “but they are worth do- Using a technology called VCAM The online classes being of- ing. It’s good for us to try new things (video conferencing application man- fered for dual-enrollment credit for and expose students to college-level agement), Southern Adventist Univer- the 2008-2009 school year: classes.” sity professors have the capability to Spreadsheets Currently, two classes are be- teach dual-enrollment classes, such as Personal Finance ing taught via VCAM — Spanish and “Exploring Physics,” at multiple acad- Earth Science physics. For the 2008-2009 school emies throughout the Southern Union Developmental Psychology year, three classes will be offered, and across the country. Life & Teachings of Jesus Spanish, French, and physics. “This is the cutting edge of edu- For more information about “There are many advantages cation technology,” says Pegi Flynt, Southern’s online programs, visit for the academies that offer VCAM online campus director at Southern. online.southern.edu. “I don’t know of any other Adventist classes,” says Flynt. “Their students

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May 2008 • TIDINGS 35 Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences Offering quality nursing and allied health education set in a Christian learning environment.

College Housing and Financial Aid are available for qualified students.

Announcing our newest program, a Our Vision Nurture Master of Science degree in Nurse Anesthesia Excellence

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Looking for a “Tax Break?” The Southern Union Home Health Education Services (HHES) is looking for individuals or businesses willing to donate cars or vans to its YOUTH SUMMIT student missionary program. These much-needed vehicles will be used by student literature evangelists and Bible workers to do evangelistic work in various church locations through- out the Southern Union. Financial contributions are accepted as well. For more information, please call Rocky Davis or Jim Wilson at: 404-299-1621

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night. All proceeds go to the church building online www.need2relocate.com or email me H o w t o S u b m i t Yo u r fund. Call 907-868-3310 or 907-301-0703; [email protected] [5] Advertising [email protected] [5,6] (1) Have your pastor or a local church elder OZARK LIVING – Plus income, near SDA write “Approved” and his signature on the sheet of paper containing the advertisement, (2) write CENTRAL FLORIDA REAL ESTATE - Let Bob Academy. Beautiful Bread & Breakfast. Each your name and address on the same sheet, (3) Fulghum (SMC ‘54) with 25 years experience in of 6 guest rooms has private bath and other specify how many times the ad is to run, (4) real estate, help you with your real estate needs. amenities. Separate owner-living quarters. send the approved ad to your conference office I also do property management, 407-896-6080 ALSO: Health Food Store, bakery, grocery, 6 weeks in advance of the publication date and or 407-758-5807. [5-7] convenience store, gas station. 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May 2008 • TIDINGS 43 Friends of a paralyzed man were unable to make their way through a crowd to carry the man to Jesus.

Finally, they lowered their friend through a hole in the roof, directly within reach of Christ’s healing touch.

LUKE 5:17-19

When Jesus was on Earth, the blind, the deaf, With Christ as our example, Adventist Health the paralyzed found comfort and renewal in System employees and physicians reach out His outstretched hand, regardless of means or to touch the hearts and heal the lives of more status. He established a ministry centered on the than 4 million patients each year. We pray that spiritual, emotional and physical needs of people the compassion of His hand will be felt in the who were desperate for a healing touch. touch of ours.

44 T IDINGS • May 2008 111 N. Orlando Avenue, Winter Park, Florida 32789 | www.AdventistHealthSystem.com Friends of a paralyzed man were unable to make their way through a crowd to carry the man to Jesus.

Finally, they lowered their friend through a hole in the roof, directly within reach of Christ’s healing touch.

LUKE 5:17-19

When Jesus was on Earth, the blind, the deaf, With Christ as our example, Adventist Health the paralyzed found comfort and renewal in System employees and physicians reach out His outstretched hand, regardless of means or to touch the hearts and heal the lives of more status. He established a ministry centered on the than 4 million patients each year. We pray that spiritual, emotional and physical needs of people the compassion of His hand will be felt in the who were desperate for a healing touch. touch of ours.

May 2008 • TIDINGS 45 111 N. Orlando Avenue, Winter Park, Florida 32789 | www.AdventistHealthSystem.com

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Carolina July 26. Maranatha in Miami. Certification, Level III – June For communication purposes, July 27. Ft. Lauderdale, Lauderhill, 6-8. Cohutta Springs. we need your e-mail addresses. – ShareHim Leadership Council Pompano Beach, Jupiter. Send them to: scross@ May 12-15. Oregon. Evangelism Series Gulf States broadviewacademy.org or call MPA Graduation–May 18. July 5-Aug. 16. Homestead. Lester Complete Calendar online http:// Shona Cross at 630-677-4387. – S. Carolina Women’s Retreat and Zula Pratt. www.gscsda.org Don’t miss it! May 23-26. NPR. July 6-Aug. 26. Northwest Dade. Bass Memorial Academy Bill and Sunshine Waters. Graduation – May 16-18. Madison College Alumni Florida Aug. 2-9. Tallahassee Spanish. Conference Executive Meeting Homecoming – June 27, 28. Rolando and Rebeca de los Ríos. – June 10. Conference Office. Honor classes: 1928, 1938, 1948, Complete calendar online— 1958, as well as all the years in Aug. 30-Sept. 4. Melbourne. Teen Mission Trip – July 12-28. http://www.floridaconference.com/ between. Church service at 8:50 Lester and Zula Pratt. calendar.html a.m., at the Madison Campus Florida Pathfinder Events— Hispanic Youth Retreat—May Kentucky-Tennnessee Church; be there and tell your http://www.floridapathfinders. 23-26. Camp Kulaqua, High Conference Association Board friends too! Details: 615-865-1615. com/ or call 407-644-5000 x127. Springs. Details: 305-225-0528. May 13. July 22. Sept. 30. Community Bible Conference: Singles’ Ministries Events and Conference Executive Mid-America Union, Rocky 114th Annual Florida Conference mailing list information. Spiritual Committee Mountain Conference, and Camp Meeting—May 23-25. study groups, fellowship dinners, May 13. July 22. Sept. 30. Centura Health – May 31-Aug. Forest Lake Academy, Apopka. outings, and more. http://www. Highland & Madison Academy 30. Will be providing Sabbath Theme: Revive Us Again. Details: asamcf.org/, djmiller4000@ Boards – May 8. services at Yellowstone National Poster and bulletin inserts at embarqmail.com, or 386-789- Park. Please plan to join these Florida Conference churches and 3235. services if you will be visiting the http://www.floridaconference.com/ South Atlantic Florida Adventist Book Park this summer. Details: 303- campmeeting. Center—Winter Park: 800-765- Eastern NC Youth Federation 282-3670. 6955. Miami: 305-805-9900. Camp Kulaqua Summer – May 17. Camp—May 26-July 20. Camp Western NC Youth Federation High Springs: 386-454-7956. Upward SDA Church in Flat Shop online: http://www. Kulaqua, High Springs. Weeklong – May 31. camps for ages 8-17 and families. Rock, N.C., will celebrate its floridaconference.com/abc/ or Homecoming and Mortgage- order by e-mail: FloridaABC@ Details: http://www.campkulaqua. Southern Adventist com/ or 386-454-1351. burning Sabbath – June 14. floridaconference.com University All past members, families, and Spanish-language Family Florida Adventist Bookmobile First Summer Session–May friends are invited to attend this Camp— July 18-20. Camp Schedule 5-30. joy-filled Sabbath in celebration May 31. Jacksonville Southpoint. Kulaqua, High Springs. Details: 407-644-5000 x138. Second Summer Session–June of the 30-year anniversary and June 1. Jacksonville First, Orange 1-25. debt-free new Sabbath School Cove, St. Augustine, Palatka, Spanish-language Marriage addition. A fellowship dinner will —Aug. 15-17. Camp PreviewSouthern–June 12-13. Palm Coast, New Smyrna. Retreat follow the Sabbath services; Kulaqua, High Springs. Details: SmartStart (free option for first- (Southeastern Conference: bring a dish and share the victory. 407-644-5000 x138. time students)–July 28-Aug. 22. Jacksonville Ephesus.) Details: 828-697-9876. June 7. Naples. Children’s Ministries Fall Convention—Sept. 19-21. Camp June 8. Ft. Myers, Ft. Myers Announcements Kulaqua, High Springs. Theme: Cruise with the Aeolians and Shores, Arcadia, Lakeland, Broadview Academy Alumni Transformed By His Love. Details: Alma Blackmon to Cozumel, Lakeview, Winter Haven. Weekend – May 2-4. All alumni Mexico – June 19-23. See our [email protected], 407-644-5000 are encouraged to attend. June 21. St. Petersburg. x136, or 321-303-7699. website at www.aeolianalumni. Mark you calendars. Call your org or call Tanja Spohn at 800- June 22. Clearwater, New Port classmates and start planning for Richey, Spring Hill, Brooksville, Georgia-Cumberland 777-9529 EST, or email Ta n j a @ this weekend now. Honor classes, ClassicWorldTravel.com East Pasco in Zephyrhills, Plant Complete calendar online— 19 4 8, 195 8, 19 6 8, 1978, 198 3, 198 8 Cit y. www.gccsda.com and 1998. Friday night Vespers, June 28. Sunrise. Moultrie Evangelism – April 24- Sabbath School, and Church. All June 29. Plantation, Lauderhill, June 7. Moultrie, GA. ideas and information welcome. Temple Adventiste in Deerfield Festival of the Family Beach. (Southeastern May 10. Austell, GA. Conference: Mt. Olivet.) May 17. Southside Church. Atlanta, July 5. Tallahassee. Sunset GA. May 2 May 9 May 16 May 23 May 30 June 6 July 6. Perry, Cross City, Ocala, Regional Health Rally Atlanta, GA 8:21 8:27 8:32 8:37 8:42 8:46 Silver Springs Shores, Belleview, Charleston, SC 8:02 8:07 8:12 8:17 8:21 8:25 Inverness. May 17. Georgetown, TN. May 24. Stone Mountain, GA. Charlotte, NC 8:09 8:15 8:21 8:26 8:31 8:35 July 12. Port Charlotte. Collegedale, TN 8:26 8:32 8:37 8:43 8:47 8:52 Executive Committee – May 22. July 13. North Port, Venice- huntsville, AL 7:32 7:37 7:43 7:48 7:53 7:57 Nokomis, Sarasota, West Coast Graduations Jackson, MS 7:42 7:47 7:52 7:57 8:01 8:05 Christian Academy in Bradenton, May 24. AAA and GCA. louisville, KY 8:35 8:41 8:47 8:53 8:59 9:03 Brandon, Tampa First. May 25. CA. Memphis, TN 7:46 7:52 7:57 8:02 8:07 8:11 July 19. West Palm Beach. Pathfinder Teen Mission Miami, FL 7:52 7:56 8:00 8:03 8:07 8:10 July 20. Midport Road in Port St. Challenge – June 1-17. Montana. Montgomery, AL 7:27 7:32 7:37 7:41 7:46 7:50 Lucie, Ft. Pierce, Cocoa, Titusville. Communication Workshop – nashville, TN 7:35 7:41 7:47 7:52 7:57 8:01 (Southeastern Conference: Port J u n e 1. orlando, FL 8:01 8:05 8:09 8:14 8:17 8:21 Wilmington, NC 7:56 8:02 8:07 8:12 8:17 8:21 St. Lucie, Palm Bay.) Women’s Leadership

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Camp Meeting 2008 Schedule

CAROLINA KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE Hispanic Camp Meeting II...... May 16-19...... Nosoca Pines Ranch English English...... May 25-31...... Theme: “We Are His Hands”...... Lake Junaluska, NC May 23–31...... Theme: “Know Him, Love Him, Serve Him”...... Highland Academy, Portland, TN Speakers: Lonnie Melashenko, Philip Samaan, Gordon Retzer, Bob Folkenberg Jr., and Speakers: Dane Griffin, J.A lfred Johnson II, David Klinedinst, Judd Lake, Ronald Smith, and Gary Gibbs Bill Tucker Portions of Camp Meeting will be viewable at www.carolinasda.org Seminar Presenters: Gordon Botting, Edwin de Kock, Vicki Griffin, Evelyn Kissinger, David Musical Guests: The Heralds Klinedinst, Marquita Klinedinst, and Judd Lake Hispanic...... Sept. 12-15...... Nosoca Pines Ranch Special Music: Micheff Sisters and Vonda Beerman Eastern Carolina...... Sept. 26-28...... Oak Island, NC Hispani Speaker: Ron Smith June 6, 7...... Highland Academy, Portland, TN Musical Guests: The Morss Group

FLORIDA SOUTH ATLANTIC Florida Keys Camp Meeting June 5-14...... Theme: “Experience the Joy”...... River Oaks Campground, Orangeburg, SC English-language Speaker 1st Sabbath: James Doggette May 23–25…Theme: “Revive Us Again”...... Forest Lake Academy, Apopka, FL Speaker 2nd Sabbath: Charles Brooks [Portions broadcast live via satellite on the Hope TV network. Details: http://www. Youth Speaker 1st Sabbath: Keith Gray floridaconference.com/campmeeting/] Youth Speaker 2nd Sabbath: Jonathan Rolle Speakers: Karl Haffner, Mike Cauley, and annual Florida Hospital feature. Youth Ministries Presenters: “Lyrics & Melodies Campestre Hispano [Spanish-language] June 6-8...... Forest Lake Academy, Apopka, FL Speaker: Ed Schmidt

GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND SOUTH CENTRAL Korean Hispanic Camp Meeting May 16, 17...... Cohutta Springs, Crandall, GA May 22-25...... Oakwood College, Huntsville, AL English Pathfinder Camporee May 28-31...... Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN June 6-8...... Oakwood College, Huntsville, AL Hispanic June 6-14...... Theme: “The Revelation of Jesus Christ”...... Oakwood College, Huntsville, AL June 13, 14...... Georgia Cumberland Academy, Calhoun, GA Speaker 1st Sabbath: Freddie Russell Olde Time Speaker 2nd Sabbath: Dedrick Blue June 19-21...... Deer Lodge, TN Youth Speakers: TBA Sabbath in the Smokies Women’s Ministries Speaker: TBA Sept. 5, 6...... Caves Cove Campground, Smoky Mountain National Park Ordination Service 2nd Weekend Southern Deaf Fellowship Sept. 25-28...... Camp Kulaqua, High Springs. FL Northeast Tennessee Church Retreat Sept. 26, 27...... The Oaks, near Greeneville, TN

GULF STATES SOUTHEASTERN May 23-31...... Theme: “Heaven is our Real Home”...... Bass Memorial Academy, Lumberton, MS TO BE DECIDED...... Hawthorne, FL Speaker 1st Weekend: Jim Gilley Hispanic Camp Meeting...... TO BE DECIDED...... Hawthorne, FL Evenings: Michael G. Hasel Speaker 2nd Weekend: Dwight Nelson

Summer Camp 2008 Schedule

CAROLINA FLORIDA GEORGIA-CUMBERLAND Nosoca Pines Ranch, Liberty Hill, SC Camp Kulaqua, High Springs, FL Cohutta Springs Adventist Center, Crandall, GA [Register online at www.nosoca.org] [Details: http://summercamp.campkulaqua.com/] [Details: www.cs-yc.com] S.I.T. (ages 16-17)...... June 1-15 Friendship Camp (ages 8-16)...... May 26-June 1 Youth Camp Training...... May 29 Mt. Bike (ages 13-16)...... June 8-15 Cub Camp (ages 8-10)...... June 1-8 Junior Camp I (ages 10-12)...... June 8-15 Horsemanship I (ages 11-13)...... June 8-15 Junior Camp (ages 9-12)...... June 8-15 Golf Camp I (ages 13-17)...... June 8-15 Basketball (ages 11-16)...... June 8-15 Teen Camp (ages 9-12)...... June 15-22 Paintball Camp I (ages 13-17...... June 8-15 Wheels (ages 13-16)...... June 8-15 Horsemanship I - Intermediate (ages 11-13)...... May 26-June 1 Rock Climbing Camp (ages 13-17)...... June 8-15 Water Sports (ages 13-16)...... June 8-15 Horsemanship II - Beginner (ages 11-13)...... June 1-8 Junior Camp II (ages 10-12)...... June 15-22 Adventure (ages 7-10)...... June 8-15 Horsemanship III - Intermediate (ages 13-16)...... June 8-15 Cycle Tour (ages 13 and up)...... June 15-22 Jr. I (ages 10-12)...... June 15-22 Horsemanship IV - Advanced (ages 13-16)...... June 15-22 Paintball Camp II (ages 13-17)...... June 15-22 Horsemanship II (ages 13-16)...... June 15-22 Basketball Camp I (ages 9-12)...... June 1-8 Skateboard Camp (ages 13-17)...... June 15-22 Sports (ages 13-16)...... June 15-22 Basketball Camp II (ages 13-16)...... June 1-8 S.I.T. Camp (ages 15 and up)...... June 15-22 Horse Camping Trip (ages 14-17)...... June 22-29 Soccer Camp (ages 11-15)...... June 1-8 Adventure Camp (ages 7-9)...... June 22-27 Jr. II (ages 10-12)...... June 22-29 Wheels Camp (ages 11-15)...... June 1-8 Horse Pack Trip (ages 13-17)...... June 22-29 Tween (ages 12-14)...... June 29-July 6 Teen Mountain Adventure (ages 13-17)...... June 29-July 6 Paintball Camp III (ages 13-17)...... June 22-29 Horsemanship III (ages 13-16)...... June 29-July 6 Family Water Sports Adventure (all ages)...... July 6-13 Wakeboard Camp I (ages 13-17)...... June 22-29 Horsemanship IV (ages 11-13)...... July 6-13 Cowboy Adventure (ages 13-17)...... July 13-20 C.I.T. Camp (ages 15 and up)...... June 22-29 Teen (ages 13-16)...... July 6-13 Tween/Pathfinder Honors Camp (ages 12-13). June 29-July 6 Gym-Masters Camp (ages 13-17)...... June 29-July 6 Ultimate RAD Camp (ages 13-17)...... June 29-July 6 Wakeboard Camp II (ages 13-17)...... June 29-July 6 Teen Camp I(ages 13-17)...... July 6-13 GULF STATES KENTUCKY-TENNESSEE Basketball Camp (ages 13-17)...... July 6-13 Camp Alamisco, Dadeville, AL Indian Creek Camp, Liberty, TN Whitewater/Kayak Camp (ages 13-17)...... July 6-13 [Details: www.Alamisco.org] Blind Camp (mixed ages)...... June 8-15 Teen Camp II (ages 13-17)...... July 13-20 Adventure Camp (ages 7-9)...... June 8-15 Cub Camp (ages 7-9)...... June 15-22 Golf Camp II (ages 13-17)...... July 13-20 Junior Camp (ages 10-12)...... June15-22 Junior Camp I (ages 10-12)...... June 22-29 Wakeboard Camp III (ages 13-17)...... July 13-20 Teen Camp (ages 13-16)...... June 22-29 Family Camp I (all ages)...... July 1-6 Surf Camp (ages 13-17)...... July 20-27 Family Camp I (all ages)...... June 29-July 6 Tween Camp (ages 12-14)...... July 6-13 Family Camp (all ages)...... July 22-27 Family Camp II (all ages)...... July 3-6 Teen Camp (ages 14-17)...... July 13-20 Ultimate RAD Camp West (ages 13-17).....July 27-August 5 Family Camp II (all ages)...... July 20-27 W.I.T. Camp (ages 15 and up).Every week (June 8-July 20) Marine Life Camp (ages 13-17)...... Dec. 28-31

SOUTH ATLANTIC SOUTH CENTRAL SOUTHEASTERN River Oaks Campground, Orangeburg, SC Camp Lee, Anniston, AL Southeastern Conference Campground, Hawthorne, FL Summer Camp (ages 8-17)...... July 13-20 Friendship Camp (ages 7-16)...... July 6-12 Pee Wee Camp (ages 5-8)...... TBA Basketball Camp (ages 8-17)...... July 20-27 Super Sports Camp (ages 7-17)...... July 13-19 Summer Camp (ages 8-18)...... TBA

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