– by Karol, junior – Holiday lights! Shining so bright! This school year, students put on another Christmas concert filled with new fun elements, such as using holiday colored lights, and newer songs. Led by Mrs. Probus, the Christmas concert’s theme was Being led to Bethlehem and Called to Christ. Preschool, elementary, and Jr./Sr. High were combined in one concert … Read More
Field trip view
Students visit the Old Post Office Tower and NMAAHC
– by Alison, junior – The 7th, 8th, 11th, and 12th graders went on a field trip to the Old Post Office Tower and Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) in Washington, DC, on Tuesday, Dec. 6. Students left the school at 11:30 a.m. and ate their lunches on the bus, where teachers also gave out … Read More
College cruisin’
FBT students visit PCC
– by Zachary, junior – From Nov. 16-20 several FBT juniors and seniors left for Florida to visit Pensacola Christian College. College Days is an event held by PCC every year in which students can view college classes and learn what is offered. Students explored the college campus, visited classes for majors they were interested in, and attended special sessions … Read More
Matzko magic
Husband and wife team demonstrate science
– by Aislinn, junior – On Nov. 7-9, students had a chance to see science in an interactive way. The Matzkos, a science-loving husband and wife team, traveled to FBTA to display the power of God in science. Describing how it felt to have his hand set on fire, Luke, 8th grade said,“It felt really hot, but it didn’t burn. … Read More
Quizzing in Wisconsin
BJQ team competes in first tournament
– by Isaiah, sophomore – On Nov. 4-5, the Bible Quiz team traveled over twelve hours to compete in far-away Wisconsin for their first tournament of the year. The team is made of Isaiah, Carol, Karol, Gabrielle, and Aislinn, who are all memorizing different chapters of the books 1 and 2 Corinthians. “We were able to accomplish a lot before … Read More
Spirit Week is here!
After scaling back extra school activities and field trips throughout the year, the students were ready to jump into something different, and spirit week provided just the right level of excitement and involvement that people needed. Everyone, from the smallest preschool student, to the oldest teacher (who shall remain nameless) got into the act, accessorizing outfits with anything from leopard … Read More
Jingle bells and all is well
Music concerts at FBTA
– by Cayli, sophomore – From the chilly nights and festive decorations, to the yummy hot cocoa and warm Christmas cookies, music seems to be something that brings most of the joy and holiday cheer to many students and staff at FBTA. This year, the Christmas concerts were virtual, with the elementary concert prerecorded and livestreamed on Dec. 8, and … Read More
Impossible is not a word
Fairfax soccer and volleyball teams win North-Valley Region championship
For the first time in recorded history, Fairfax won both volleyball and soccer tournaments in the ODACS final championship games. “It was completely unexpected since we had lost to Valley’s soccer team and Faith’s volleyball team during the regular season,” said Mr. Bradford, soccer coach. “But they all fought hard until the very end. I am very proud of them.” … Read More
Choirs and a mobile orchestra
How has COVID-19 affected music at FBTA?
– by Zachary, freshman – During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people could not attend music lessons because they were stuck in their homes. At the start of the school year, the reopening of music classes was delayed as the staff figured out how to disinfect the class area and to social distance. “We’ve realized that spreading out more helps provide … Read More
No days off
FBTA offers distance learning option this year amidst coronavirus concerns
– by Kiersten, senior – Students around the world are experiencing school in a different way this year. For some, it is simply wearing a mask and trying to remember not to hug their friends. For others, it is sitting at a laptop all day trying to navigate a virtual classroom amidst technical difficulties. Covid-19 has created a new environment, … Read More