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Building Connections: How Our Annual Junior High Retreat Helps Students Bond and Thrive
We had another wonderful time together at East Lake this year! One huge difference was that we had the 6th graders joining in, and they did a fantastic job of integrating into the junior high. The junior high retreat has always been a great way for students to start the year off, getting acquainted or reacquainted with one another and getting excited for another year together. Once we arrived and completed our bus evacuation drill, we gathered inside to hear a devotional fro
Oct 291 min read


Current Year Enrollment and Upcoming Events for 2026-2027
I am Sarah Friesen, and the new Admissions Director for Berean Academy. My husband, Marc, and I are now in our 12th year as parents (Luke, 11th; Kate, 7th) here at the school. I am excited to be in this position, and I would like to thank Susan Evans for her work in admissions over the past several years, as well as for her assistance during my transition. Our current year enrollment stands at 331, a decrease of three students from last year. We have welcomed 45 new students
Oct 281 min read


Celebrating 80 Years of Legacy: Preserving Core Values and Embracing a Bright Future
The 2025-26 school year is underway, and with it, we begin celebrating the school’s 80th year! Over the last eight decades, God has kept His hand on Berean Academy, nurturing it from its founding in 1946 with an enrollment of fifteen high school students and two buildings purchased at an auction in Oil Hill, to its current state with an enrollment of 331 students in grades K-12, with two gymnasiums, a cafeteria, an office building, 40 classrooms, a library and an industrial
Oct 242 min read


Image Bearer: What Does it Mean?
Our Spiritual Emphasis Week touched the hearts of many students as they were challenged to consider what it means to be the image bearers of God.
Jun 302 min read


Spring Sports Review
Berean Academy has had a successful 2024-2025 school year. When you encounter our coaches in the community, please thank them for...
Jun 232 min read


Highlights of our School Year from Fine Arts to Commencement
Some of the highlights for me this year have been the quality of the fine arts programs, the High School Commencement, and the Praise & Celebration Banquet. All three reflect the school’s core values and mission statement very well.
Jun 161 min read


2025 Commencement: Lessons from Joshua
On Saturday, May 17, Berean Academy gained a new set of alumni! The class of 2025 is now added to the funny pages, and their time at Berean has come to an end.
Jun 101 min read


Why Berean Academy?
If you think you know Berean Academy, take a closer look! Berean Academy has been educating and equipping students with a biblical worldview for eighty years. That is a rich legacy, with third and fourth-generation families sending their children to the school. But if you think you know Berean Academy, we invite you to take another look and see for yourself. We are intent on aligning what we do with the school’s mission and vision, including the partnership with the home and
Apr 232 min read


High School Regional Solo & Small Ensemble Results
Berean Academy | High School Regional Results
Apr 121 min read


HOAL Junior High Music FestivalÂ
Congratulations to the junior high band and choir students on their outstanding performances at the HOAL Junior High Music Festival held...
Apr 102 min read


Spiritual Life News: Celebrating God's Faithfulness
Berean Academy has been blessed with wonderful chapel speakers each week which include staff, local pastors, community members, and...
Mar 232 min read


Challenges and Triumphs: Reflecting on the 2024-2025 Scholars Bowl Season
The 2024-2025 Scholars Bowl season has come to an end. Competitive trivia is a blast, especially when competing against other teams.
Mar 201 min read


Engaging Activities and Community Service in the Elementary Department: A Recap of the Third Quarter"
The third quarter always keeps us busy in the elementary department. On January 29, we stepped back in time to celebrate Kansas Day. On...
Mar 181 min read


Advocating for School Choice
The Kansas School Choice Organization sponsored a rally in front of the Capitol building in Topeka the week of January 27-31.
Mar 162 min read


Spiritual Emphasis Week: Who are We?
Berean hosted Spiritual Emphasis Week (SEW) on October 2-4. SEW is a Bible conference hosted for our junior high and high school students...
Jan 63 min read


Creation Museum
A representative from the Mid-Kansas Bible Science Fellowship came to Berean Academy to host our first Creation Museum by setting up...
Dec 30, 20241 min read


Head of School Year-End Message of Appreciation
Merry Christmas! The holiday season at Berean Academy is a very busy time of year. From the wrapping up of Fall sports programs to the...
Dec 23, 20242 min read


2025 Praise and Celebration Keynote Speaker
As preparation is underway for the Praise & Celebration Banquet on April 11, 2024, we are pleased to announce Dr. Everett Piper.
Dec 20, 20242 min read


New Athletic Director to Berean Academy
Hans Nickel is our new athletic director at Berean. He is excited about the opportunity to serve the Berean community. He and his wife,...
Oct 31, 20241 min read


Enhancing Spiritual Life At Berean Academy
Berean Academy has added the position of Spiritual Life Director this year to bring more intentionality to various aspects of...
Oct 29, 20241 min read
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