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"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
 
"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
 
"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
 
"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 1978

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
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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
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Scott Nelson, M.D., Class of 1988 
 
Medical Director, CURE International, Haiti and Santo Domingo
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OCTOBER 7, 2011
From the Principal's Desk
Tim Kubrock, Principal
Tim Kubrock, Principal
Dear MBA Family,


Perhaps you are old enough to remember the E. F. Hutton television commercials from the 1970s and 1980s (if not, you can find them on Youtube).  My favorite is the little girl in elementary school.  In the commercial, a person is casually talking to someone else in a crowded setting.  One of the people says "my broker is E.F. Hutton, and E.F. Hutton says....."  At that moment, everyone and everything in the room stopped in frozen stillness to hear the next words.  Edward Francis Hutton died in 1962 and his brokerage firm was eventually merged and sold until it no longer exists today.  We know that people, businesses and nations will rise and fall, but as Christians, we know that God will always be present.  He is the same "yesterday, today and forever"-Heb. 13:8 
MBA Happenings
 Thirteen MBA Seniors along with several parents and Donna Baerg are visiting Walla Walla University this week-end.  In past years, this trip has been during the February home leave, which will be this year's Senior Class trip (Feb. 8-13, 2012).  The Junior English classes went on an educational whale-watching trip to Monterey on Thursday, Oct. 6.  This annual event is part of their study of "Moby Dick" in Mr. Mustard's English III class.    

Football

This week-end MBA is hosting the Junior Varsity Friendship games flag-football tournament (click here for weekend program).  Five schools will be participating, including: Sierra View Junior Academy; Mountain View Academy, Central Valley Christian Academy, Lodi Academy and MBA.  On Sabbath, there will be a special brunch served in the cafeteria for all guests from 10:00 to 11:00am with church to follow in Baker Chapel (casual attire).  After church we are taking everyone to Point Lobos State Reserve for an afternoon of exploring and hiking.  Point Lobos is located approx. 3 miles south of  Carmel on highway 1 (37 miles from MBA).  Visitors are encouraged to park along highway 1 and walk in through the
main entrance.  Our group will be using the Whaler's Cove area as abase for the
Point Lobos State Reserve
Point Lobos State Reserve
afternoon.  We want our students and visitors to experience this beautiful treasure that has been called "the greatest meeting of land and water in the world."  Interested day students must sign up for transportation at the campus ministries office by Friday.
Senior Recognition Week-end, October 14-15
The senior class has invited parent Kelly Machado to speak on Friday evening, and English teacher Jason Mustard to speak on Sabbath morning.  There will be a special potluck lunch for all seniors, families and MBA staff members on Sabbath in the Gym fireside room.  Wondering how you will be able to pay for your child's college expenses?  There will be a special Financial aid workshop conducted at MBA by Pacific Union College on Sat., October 15 between 6:45 and 7:45pm in classroom #7.  Free admission, all are invited.  On Saturday evening, Oct. 15, the MBA Faculty/Staff Talent show will begin at 8:00pm.  You have no idea-the depth of talent that abounds within these walls!
Looking Ahead
Our first quarter will end on Friday, October 14.  You can instantly check your child's grades and attendance on PowerSchool.  If you need an access code or have questions, contact our Academic V.P., Donna Baerg at [email protected].     
CCC Prayer Conference will take place in Modesto this year from Oct. 20-23.  MBA's varsity football teams will travel to Loma Linda for a tournament to end the season on Oct. 28-30.  Parent Week-end at MBA will be November 18-20, followed by Thanksgiving vacation beginning on Sunday, November 20 around 2:00pm.
Meet the Staff
Vernon Hsu
Vernon Hsu, Mathematics
We are happy to welcome math teacher, Vernon Hsu and his wife, Joan, and daughters Kylie (6) and Janae (4) to the MBA family this year (and Clover-their Golden Retriever).  Mr. Hsu grew up in Michigan and Taiwan before graduating from Far Eastern Academy in Singapore.  Since his graduation from Pacific Union College, he has taught in 4 different schools over the past 18 years.  He and his family enjoy being back in California, nearer to some of their family and friends.  They also enjoy the cooler weather and living near the beach.  Mr. Hsu is the middle of 3 children and enjoys playing golf and other sports.  He and his wife will be coaching the MBA girls Volleyball team this year.  Mr. Hsu is also the Freshman class sponsor-(rah rah 2015!)  His favorite bible text is Philippians 4:13-"I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me."
Last but not least
Quote of the day:  "Being the richest man in the cemetery doesn't matter to me ... Going to bed at night saying we've done something wonderful... that's what matters to me."  -Steve Jobs  1955-2011
Make it a great day, live as if it might be your last one.  
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Tim Kubrock
Principal
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