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THE TRUTH IS...
"The atmosphere at MBA is very warm and supportive, the teachers are very Christ centered, the school offers many interesting opprotunities for a variety of activities, and the campus is an idyllic place to attend school."
Linsdey Henning, Class of 2011
Sonora, CA |
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"It's a family friendly school, it creates opportunities in all aspects of life. Including education, life lessons, and getting closer to God. You also make friendships here that are impossible to make anywhere else."
Kaitlynn Gonzales, Class of 2010
Merced, CA |
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"Your school has provided a great christian environment for my son's spiritual growth. Also your school offers a very challenging academic environment. I have enjoyed seeing and hearing my son's personal growth. I love to see the fruit of my labor flourish. Thank You Monterey Bay Academy!"
Jose Valencia Sr., Current Parent
Chowchilla, CA |
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"My conversion to Christ at MBA set my life in a direction that cannot be described in words, because it has been an experience. I could never repay the valuable training and life preparation I received at MBA."
Jose Rojas, Class of 1979
Director, Volunteer Ministries, North American Division of SDA |
"I feel a certain pride toward MBA. I feel it is a school that really develops a child's character. Compared to other schools I have seen, MBA seems so personal and because of the boarding school experience, it is like a family. I feel very attached to MBA and being at MBA makes me feel like part of a kind of special 'club', a club connected with God that has many members that all have that same feeling."
Danica Betts, Class of 2011
Associated Student Body (A.S.B.) Executive Vice President 2010-2011 |
"I am indebted to the teachers and leaders that I now realize were making great sacrifices to work at MBA. The education, discipline, and life-long friendships from my years at MBA are invaluable assets that will live with me forever."
Scott Nelson, M.D., Class of 1988
Medical Director, CURE International, Haiti and Santo Domingo |
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Fun and snow during Oceanaires & Westwinds tour to Sonora.
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From the Principal's Desk
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 | | Tim Kubrock, Principal |
Dear MBA Family,
As part of my official responsibilities, I have the privilege of visiting classrooms and observing the MBA teachers in action. This week, I observed Mr. Z's 5th period U.S. History class and learned about the life and times of FDR. In Pastor Speyer's 1st period Religion IV class, the topic was pantheism and how it lacks a very personal God who wants a relationship with each of us. In Mr. Dunn's 10th period Graphics Tech class, the students are learning the intricacies of Photoshop, and also designing their own personal business cards. I can assure you that your child has every opportunity to thrive and learn here as they prepare for life beyond graduation. |
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MBA Happenings
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Much school spirit has been on display with ASB's Spirit Week this week. At lunch time in the cafeteria each day, pictures have been taken and prizes and treats shared with all who participate.
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We are currently hosting the MBA Music Festival at MBA for Junior Academies and Elementary schools. Approx. 140 students from 10 different schools are participating in the event with band clinician, Kristian Leukert and choral clinician, Ramona Rivera. There will be two special music concerts this week-end, Friday night at 7:30pm (with a variety of MBA music groups) and the Final Festival Concert on Sabbath at 3:00pm (featuring a 190-voice choir and 75-voice band). Cheri Gregory will be speaking for the worship service at 11:10 am on Sabbath. You are invited to join us for any of these special events.
Feb. 2-(Wed.) will be the middle of third quarter. Grade reports will be mailed out for all students below a C- in any classes.
Feb. 6-(Sun.) will be the Junior/Senior Banquet in the MBA cafeteria.
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Upcoming Home Leaves
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The February home leave begins at 12:25 on Wed., Feb. 9 and ends on Monday evening, Feb. 14. Classes will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 15.
Spring Vacation will begin at 12:25 on Thursday, March 17 and  end on Sunday, March 27. Classes will resume on Monday, March 28. Thank you for making your travel plans in advance.
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Meet the Staff
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Aimee Leukert was born and raised in Southern California until last year when she and Kristian moved to MBA. Their second daughter Kayleigh joined her big sister, Liana (now 2) and the rest of the family on August 28. Mrs. Leukert teaches two Geometry classes, spends much of her time at home with her two girls, and can occasionally be seen and heard accompanying her husband on the piano (too rarely for most of us). She enjoys family time, photography, scrapbooking, journaling and teaching piano.
Aimee has taught at Newbury Park Academy (2 yrs.) and before that was Principal (2 yrs.) and 5th grade teacher (4 years) at Crescenta Valley Adventist School. She studied Music and Education at La Sierra University and has completed her Masters degree in Administration. She and Kristian met at La Sierra where she was his accompanist for his Junior and Senior voice and trumpet recitals (and the rest is history:) She also accompanied the LSU vocal octet for 3 years-including their performance at the General Conference session in Toronto in 2000.
She feels indebted to the MBA parents for entrusting their children to us. She also wants to see all students be successful in her classes. "All students can succeed, my job is to help bring out their potential." Thank you Mrs. Leukert!
are blessed to have Amy and her family here at MBA this year!
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MBA 2011-2012
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Tentative dates for next school year:
Aug. 11 -- Arrival date for all International students (TOEFL test and orientation on Aug. 12)
Aug. 14 -- Registration day
Aug. 15 -- First day of classes
Sept. 28-Oct. 2 -- First Home leave
Nov. 18-20 -- Parents' week-end
Nov. 20-27 -- Thanksgiving Vacation begins Sunday after parents' week-end, (Nov. 20)
Dec. 13-15 -- Semester Exams
Dec. 15-Jan. 3 -- Christmas Vacation
June 1-3, 2012 -- Graduation week-end
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Quote of the day: "Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire." William Butler Yeats.
All the best, sincerely yours,
Tim Kubrock
Principal
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Monterey Bay Academy is committed to excellence in communicating Jesus Christ while teaching young people to balance academics with everyday living in a clear and practical manner, so they will be equipped to grow in wisdom, integrity, and service.