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As we look back over the past 80 years of Christian education, we appreciate our heritage of faithful families, committed staff, and God’s steady provision, and we press onward to the future of all God has planned for Berean Academy. We are honored to introduce Pastor Matt Kruse as our final testimonial speaker for this special evening . Matt, along with his wife, Julie, has been profoundly impacted by the ministry of Berean Academy. Their four children have each benefited f

We are excited to announce Miss Reagan Simkins as one of our testimonial speakers for this year’s P&C Banquet. Reagan is currently a senior at Berean Academy and has been a valued member of the Berean community since 5th grade. Known for her strong work ethic and compassionate spirit, Reagan plans to continue her education at either Tabor College or the College of the Ozarks, where she intends to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. Her long-term goal is to serve in the med

We are excited to announce Mrs. Jennifer (Jordan) Ebenhack as one of our testimonial speakers for this year’s P&C Banquet. Jennifer, a 1996 graduate of Berean Academy, has lived a life marked by obedience, compassion, and a deep commitment to God’s calling. After high school, she attended Moody Bible Institute, where she met her husband, Jarod. Together, they spent eight transformative years serving as missionaries in Haiti. During their time there, God grew their family to

Mr. Paul Rust has dedicated more than three decades to teaching and coaching at Berean Academy. For 30 years, he has taught high school history and American government, while also serving as the junior high boys’ basketball coach and assisting with high school track and field.

Jacky is a beloved retired teacher whose dedication to Christian education has impacted generations of students. Her passion for serving young people began early—at age 16, she entered ministry by teaching Sunday School, starting a Children’s Church, and working with YFC clubs in Omaha, Nebraska.

Greetings from the Class of 1966! Berean’s 80th anniversary is our 60th; our graduating class of 33 is now 22, and we are glad to celebrate the impact Berean had on our lives. Probably the most significant benefit for me in attending Berean Academy was meeting my wife, Elvina Busenitz. We had our first date to the Berean Christmas Banquet in the fall of 1963; we were 15 years old, which meant that I was not old enough to drive! So we had a double date with friends, chauffeure

The Praise & Celebration Banquet is Berean Academy’s primary fundraiser held annually. We are excited to announce that this year’s event will be on Friday, April 10, at 6:30 p.m. Each year, this special evening brings together nearly 600 guests—alumni, grandparents, parents, and friends—all united in supporting Christian education that helps our children grow as scholars, disciples, and citizens in Christ. This year is especially meaningful as Berean Academy joyfully celebra

As preparation is underway for the Praise & Celebration Banquet on April 11, 2024, we are pleased to announce Dr. Everett Piper.