JR HIGH SCHOOL
Preparing for Next YearLiving for Eternity
The BBA Junior High program is designed to provide an excellent foundation in academic work. That work is key to success in both high school and college preparation. The program addresses the needs of the growing adolescent through a variety of co-curricular opportunities. Those activities range from chapels to advisory groups, social events to clubs, athletics, and seminars. Through the scope of what is offered, BBA seeks to provide constant attention to the complete development of the student.
The Junior High academic program is central to Berean Baptist Academy’s plan for helping students grow. The academic program prepares the student for high school, college, and life. The preparation to take the next step and the increased focus on preparing for students to live for Christ are the core components of our work in Junior High School. We desire to challenge students and see them succeed. We provide the tools to support them as they learn and grow in their academic pursuits. Students who attend both years of Junior High are better prepared to enter a high school that is inquiry driven in learning, values problem solving, and conducting research.
Junior High Leadership
Dr. Annie Levens-Morris
High School Principal
I believe leadership begins with love — love for God and love for people. That truth has shaped every decision I make and reminds me that leadership is more than oversight; it’s stewardship. Stewarding hearts, relationships, and moments that leave lasting impact. My journey, shaped by both early experiences and adult challenges, has deepened my faith, refined my purpose, and taught me that conviction and compassion can coexist. True leadership isn’t perfection, but presence.
I lead with accountability to God, love for my family, and belief in the value of every person. My desire is to create spaces where people feel known, supported, and empowered to become who God has called them to be. At the end of the day, I hope others walk away uplifted — not because of me, but because of the One who leads me.
Degrees:
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Bachelor of Science: Human Biology, National College of Chiropractic
Doctorate of Chiropractic, National College of Chiropractic
Certifications:
- Principal Certification: Educational Leadership, Bob Jones University
- Association of Christian Schools International All Levels Principal (Standard Level)
The curriculum for Junior High School has been structured so that the students will receive training in all academic subjects required by the state of North Carolina. Subjects are taught with a focus on developing critical thinking skills and a Biblical worldview. The Junior High School uses a variety of resources including BJU Press and Summit Ministries. Currently, the Junior High offers accelerated Math courses, pre-honors courses, and a mandatory research and writing course to prepare students for success in High School Course.
Berean Baptist Academy is firm in its belief that the purpose of education is to point students to God. Therefore, all classes, regardless of grade level, integrate scripture, spiritual principles, and our core values to promote our vision for students Therefore, character expectations, social interactions, and classroom discussions are designed to promote and establish a Biblical worldview.
The Junior High Bible program completes a four-year cycle that expands the knowledge acquired in Middle School and prepares the students for in-depth learning High School. During the student’s completion of Old Testament and New Testament Survey courses, they will be challenged to advance their ability to meet the five core objectives of BBA’s entire Bible program.
- Students will be able to understand, articulate, and defend the metanarrative themes of scripture as creation, fall, redemption, and restoration, as it applies to our earthly and eternal life.
- Students will be able to identify and defend the historical reliability of the eight major Old Testament and three New Testament eras, including the significant people, places, events, and promises of God.
- Students will be able to articulate their personal beliefs concerning the major doctrines of the Bible using scripture as the primary means of support.
- Students will be able to formulate a Christian response to life events based on an understanding of biblical examples and proper doctrinal interpretations, in a manner consistent with the views of redemption and restoration.
- Students will, at a minimum, develop habits consistent with someone who has a relationship with Christ that results in a systematic study of scripture, prayer, worship, and self-reflection.
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How much homework can we expect each night?
The average student in Junior High will receive between 70 and 80 minutes of work nightly. This overall time means that teachers attempt to limit the work from one course to 20-minutes of work. Again, this is for the average student. Some students may finish early and others may take longer. This does not account for studying or long-term projects, such as research papers.
How can I communicate with the teachers?
Teachers welcome communication from concerned parents. They are willing to answer your questions and provide support. You may reach them anytime by emailing them directly. Each teacher can be reached through e-mail (first.last@bbafnc.org).
Please understand that many teachers are parents and grandparents and that they spend several nights each week grading and preparing lessons, and therefore, may limit their response times. It is the academy’s expectation that teachers respond to emails within 24-48 hours. Like we ask them to guard your Saturday and Sunday with little to no emails, so you can spend time with family and freely worship at church, we ask them (and you) to do the same for their lives. Please make every effort to look ahead at assignments and projects to limit last-minute emails.