Twin Valley Bible Academy

“Perfect practice makes perfect” echos in the ears of 22 students preparing for the annual Mid-Atlantic Student Convention to be held at Tuscarora Camp and Conference Center April 20-24, 2009. Generally referred to as “Regionals,“ the week-long competition requires practice and diligence throughout the year. Faculty members join forces to prepare students for their individual and group events. Mrs. Kathy Martin heads the effort beginning in January with event selection.

After the students choose events, they begin the process of preparation. The students will compete in more than 50 events in the week-long competition. Each day begins with morning devotions with a guest speaker. Immediately following devotions, the students will disperse to competition rooms around the campsite. The competition continues throughout the day until the evening rally concludes the days’ activities. The week ends with an awards ceremony. First through sixth place medals are awarded in each area of competition. Additionally, contestants earning a top six placement may enter the International Student Convention at Central Missouri University in Warrensburg, MO.

Everyone is welcome to join the festivities of Spring Fling 2009! We encourage the whole community to get involved and invite friends and family to take part in this day of family fun. The day will officially start with a yard sale and pancake breakfast at 7:00am. A variety of home-based business venders will set-up their displays in our gymnasium, while carnival type games will be set-up for kids of all ages on the side lawn. Come and see what fun awaits you and your family on Saturday, May 9th!

Twin Valley Bible Academy held its annual Sports Banquet on April 4th, 2009, at Willow Valley Resort and Conference Center in Lancaster, PA. All 7th to 12th grade students, parents, and grandparents were invited to attend the 6:30pm dinner. The change of venue provided guests a new atmosphere while maintaining a sophisticated ambiance appropriate to the occasion. Changing the venue did not change the purpose of the banquet. Sports Banquet 2009 purposed to honor the dedication, teamwork, and athleticism of the Pioneer Athletic Teams. The evening included dinner, awards, and special recognition of the players, coaches, and volunteers that made the 2008-2009 season successful.

Twin Valley Bible Academy sent eight students to the Keystone Christian Education Association All-State Band Festival on March 13-14, 2009. Hosted by Bible Baptist Church and West Chester Christian School, the Festival included two days of intense rehersals, fellowship, and a gala concert on Saturday afternoon. Each participant sharpened his musical talents and presentation skills through group partnership and instrumental instruction. Mr. Phil Gingery of West Chester Christian School organized and directed the event. He personally encouraged each musician to continue usig his talents in God-honoring ways.

Guest Conductor, Dr. Steve Allen, assembled the converging bands from eight different schools into a solid 115 person band. Dr. Allen is the music pastor of First Baptist Church and band director at Bethany Christian School in Troy, Michigan. He is a respected guest clinician and workshop leader in festival and faculty conferences in the Mid-west. His extensive work with ensembles has lead to many first place ratings and wins. The students responded well to his expertise and friendly conducting style.

The gala concert included a variety of styles and composers. Our students particularly enjoyed playing “Mighty Mite”, a march by Ted Mesang and arranged by Sean O’Laughlin. Other song titles included, “Legend of the Nighthawk”, “Moscow, 1941”, “Beautiful Savior: A Choral Prelude”, and more. Parents and students who attended the concert described the music as “beautiful” and “excellent.“

As TVBA’s volleyball season comes to a close, the Pioneer ladies have secured 9 victories and only 5 losses. The pioneers look forward to defending their championship at the KCEA tournament which will be held October 31-November 1 at Emmanuel Baptist Academy in Mechanicsburg, PA. The team is made up of 3 seniors, 5 sophomores, and 1 freshman.