Greetings, First Baptist Community!
As we embrace the beginning of a new school year, I am reminded of the words from Proverbs 16:3, "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans." This verse resonates deeply with our mission here at First Baptist School: "Academic Excellence with a Christian Perspective." It’s a reminder that when we place our trust in God and seek His guidance, He will lead us on the path to success both academically and spiritually.
This year is particularly special as we celebrate our 75th Anniversary of serving the Charleston community. For 75 years, First Baptist School has been a beacon of Christian education, shaping the minds and hearts of countless students. As we look back with gratitude, we also look forward with excitement, knowing that God’s hand has been upon our school for generations and will continue to guide us into the future.
We have had an exceptional start to the school year! With 570 students filling our halls, we have reached a 25-year high in enrollment. This milestone is not only a testament to the dedication and commitment of our faculty, staff, and families but also a reflection of God’s blessings on our school community.
To accommodate our growing student body, we have embarked on a significant construction project at our James Island campus. Six new classrooms are being built to alleviate space limitations, ensuring that our students continue to learn in an environment that fosters both academic and spiritual growth. These new spaces will allow us to better serve our students, providing them with the room they need to thrive.
In addition to expanding our facilities, we are excited to announce that we have continued to increase our course offerings. Middle school students now have access to a broader selection of electives, allowing them to explore their interests and talents. For our high school students, we have added more dual credit courses, providing them with the opportunity to earn college credits while still in high school. These enhancements are in line with our commitment to providing "Academic Excellence with a Christian Perspective," equipping our students with the tools they need to succeed in their academic pursuits and beyond.
Our Hurricane Athletic department celebrates the accomplishments of James Tyler who opened the Cross Country season with a first-place finish at the Pinewood Invitational. James set a school record as the first student to run a 5K in less than 16 minutes. Both our girls' and boys' teams are set for continued success. Our girls' golf team is preparing for region matches, and the cheer team is gearing up for fall competitions. While football faced a challenging start, the team is focused on a strong regional comeback. Middle School football is back at FBS, building our future talent. The tennis team is ready to compete after early weather delays, and several swimmers have already met state qualifying times. Volleyball is progressing through a tough early schedule, with region play ahead, and our middle school teams are starting their season with record participation. We look forward to seeing you at Homecoming on October 4th and the annual Hurricane 5K on October 5th!
As we move forward into this school year, I encourage each of you to join us in prayer for our students, faculty, and staff. Let us commit all that we do to the Lord, trusting that He will guide our steps and establish our plans according to His will.
Thank you for being a vital part of the First Baptist School community. I look forward to all that God has in store for us this year.
We invite you to stay up-to-date with current events by following First Baptist School’s social media and our school webpage. #WeAreFB
Be Blessed!
Dr. Justin Mitchell
Head of School
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