As God has blessed the ministry of Fairfax Baptist Temple, the growing demands on the facilities are evident in several areas: • Additional multi-use space for small events, cafeteria, youth meetings • Modern commercial kitchen for meal prep and food service • Dedicated teen/youth space room for growing FBT’s next generation • Portico for protection from weather during drop-off and … Read More
Teddy bears and tasty treats
Pre-school alphabet adventure
– by Dianna M, sophomore – Pre-school has kicked off the beginning of school and fall with some favorite annual activities, led by teachers creatively helping students learn their alphabet. The preschool class learned about the letter “A” by making applesauce and eating it. The students helped the teachers by bringing various types and colors of apples to school. Teacher … Read More
Students sprint for a cause
Patriot Pace brings students together
– by Camila, sophomore – The energy was high and Patriot spirit was contagious at this year’s annual Patriot Pace. On Oct. 9, hundreds of K-12 students, teachers, and staff ran laps on the soccer field for the school fundraiser to help raise money for the new Vision 30 project. Students collected donations or pledges from family and friends, with … Read More
Renovation revelation
Summer renovations at the school
– by Willie D, sophomore, and Tavian P, senior – Over the summer, construction crews swarmed through the building, renovating to make way for a new school office and reception area, new health center, teacher workroom, additional classrooms, and finance office. Maintenance and other contractors also installed Smartboards, scoreboards, and other items around the building. “What I really like … Read More
Dominant from the first serve
Fairfax volleyball team’s winning opening season
– by Theo M, senior – The Patriots volleyball team started off the season defeating Heritage in five sets, and Keystone in three sets. With a strong preseason, the team is set up to make another championship run. I’m excited to see how each member on our team will progress in their skills, and how our rotation will solidify … Read More
Instagram: FBTAstudents
The journalism class is increasing its online presence by posting more content, including reminders, updates, and sports scores on their student-run Instagram account, FBTAstudents. To keep up with all the activities and events happening around the academy, please follow their account and show your support.
New faces, new energy
School year is off to a great start
– by Joyce G, junior, and Dianna M, sophomore – This school year began with a record number of 411 students enrolled—the highest number in the school’s history. From the preschool wing to the senior hallway, students and teachers are feeling the effects of this exciting growth. The increased enrollment was obvious on the very first day. Walking through the … Read More
First to the finish
Elementary field day competition
On May 12 FBTA’s 4th-6th graders won the ODACS field day competition for the 5th year in a row. There were six schools involved including Fairfax, Faith, Heritage, Keystone, Sweethaven, and Valley. The events involved were the 50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, and relay races. Along with running there also was a softball throw and the standing broad jump. Jackson … Read More
Home Improvement
Family Conference carries over to chapel
Students attended special chapel services last Monday and Tuesday as a part of FBT’s church-wide family conference with Harold Vaughan and Ed Dunlop. Harold Vaughan spoke to the junior and senior high, on the keys to a Happy Family, with topics on being grateful, forgiveness, reconciliation, honoring parents, and praying together. Mr. Dunlop has years of ministry experience working with … Read More