2018/2019 Vol. 1

Spotlight Principal’s Highlight

HBA's 6th year of school is off to a great start - Praise the

Lord! It is truly exci�ng to see and hear the classrooms

filled with singing, praying, teaching, inquiring, and

laughing. Our returning students have jumped right

back into the swing of things, and new students are ac-

clima�ng well to the rou�ne of classes. The beginning of

this week allowed me the opportunity to take each stu-

dent's picture for Picture Day. Most of us struggle to

pose in front of a camera and therefore dread days like

this; however, as the photographer behind the lens, I

must say it was a blessing to be a part of. While taking

pictures this year, I came to 2 realiza�ons. 1. Time truly

makes a difference. Some of our students have been

enrolled with us mul�ple years and look much different

now than they did in the past. 2. I realized each student

serves as a reflec�on of their parents. I caught myself

chuckling when students took their place for pictures, as

it was at that moment I realized the striking similari�es

they possessed to one or both of their parents. As I

thought about that, I began to wonder what other

sources of influence each student might reflect in their

life. My personal desire for them is that the influence

they receive on a daily basis at HBA would cause them

to reflect Christ in their life. God allowed an annual

picture day event to remind me what a blessing it is to

be a part of Heartland Bap�st Academy.

Thank you, parents, for allowing us to invest in your

children year a6er year in the effort that they might

reflect the working hand of God in their lives.

Mr. Moriarty

Mark Your Calendar

9/3/18 Labor Day - no school

9/27 Spirit Night @ Chick Fil A

9/27-28 Parent's fundraising meeting

10/5/18 7-12 field trip

10/12/18 K-6 field trip

10/26/18 Fall Break - no school

10/31-11/2/18 2nd QTR PTM's

Lucas Merlo 9/08

Jane Magas 9/10

Birthdays

Jessalyn Strawn 9/26

Jeremiah Campbell 9/26

Trenton Gaddis 10/28

Jay Peachey 11/7

We are excited about the upcoming field trips in October! Each fall, our intent is

to build unity and comradery among the students and their families as we experi-

ence various landmarks, museums, and exhibits across Oklahoma.

KKKK----6th (Oct. 12): 6th (Oct. 12): 6th (Oct. 12): 6th (Oct. 12): Students and their

families will enjoy getting to experience a

little of Oklahoma's past at the Harn Harn Harn Harn

HomesteadHomesteadHomesteadHomestead located near our state capitol.

They will tour the Territory Farm, explore

the famous Red Barn, and experience

school as it once was on the frontier in a

one-room schoolhouse. This historic

landmark also houses a

tremendous playground for all ages to

enjoy. Parents ($5) and siblings ($8) are

welcome to join us and may either meet at

HBA by 8:15 to ride the bus, or meet us

there by 10:00 am. We will return to HBA

in time for normal dismissal at 3:15 pm.

7777----12th (Oct. 5): 12th (Oct. 5): 12th (Oct. 5): 12th (Oct. 5): Students will enjoy getting

to explore one of Oklahoma's most visited

state parks, Robbers Cave State ParkRobbers Cave State ParkRobbers Cave State ParkRobbers Cave State Park, in

Wilburton, OK. Our trip will include a

hayride, guided cave tour, and water

sports consisting of canoeing, paddle

boating, and a ride on an aqua trike. We

will also take in the scenic views on a hike

along one of their beautiful trails. Parents

and siblings (14 years +) are welcome to

join us for $20/ea. We will depart from

HBA at 6:30 am and return by 6:00 pm.

HBA Field Trip Memory… (Red Rock Canyon State Park)

“My favorite field trip was probably hiking because it’s the only one I can remember because I had to carry around a

stroller for nearly two hours.” Deborah S.

Introducing... The Journalism Team

Why we joined the Journalism Team... “I joined the journal-

ism club because I was

curious to what it was.

I suppose interviewing

and giving ideas is

fun.”

Mason S. 12th

“I am part of the journalism team because I was

interested and wanted to help. I also joined be-

cause I have always been interested in photog-

raphy and wanted to get in on it.” Brayden N. 9th

“I wanted to find out what is was about,

out of pure curiosity. It also sounded

fun.” J.T. 8th “I wanted to join because I think it will help our school come closer

by just giving people a high-five for a good statement or picture in the

yearbook, and us working together to make it a good team. I really

just want to take pictures because I have a good eye for those things,

but if I need to write a little to get there, then I will. :)” Kenzie C. 10th

“I wanted to join because I like writing and taking pictures.

It’s also a good way to get to know the other people at

school better, to get out of our cliques. I’m also very nosy

and want to know what’s going on =)” Mattie L. 10th

“I was intrigued with the idea of jour-

nalism … I’m still willing to try it out.”

Josiah S. 9th

“Because I thought it would be cool

and we could actually do cool stuff.

And because I was interested.”

Deborah S. 10th

“To get out of school

work and out of

curiosity.”

Logan Y.8th

“Why I joined the Journal-

ism team is because I like

to take pictures.”

Clayton W.4th

“Why I joined journalism

is so I can hear about up-

coming events.”

Garrett W. 3rd

“I wanted to be on

the journalism

team because it’s a

way in which to

help the school get

a job done a little

faster.”

Natalie M. 7th

Students are encouraged to get to know the staff and faculty of HBA. Six members of the Journalism

Team (J-Team) were assigned to interview the two newest members of the

Heartland Baptist Academy Family.

Mrs. Starleper (1st/2nd) Miss Faulkner (Secretary) • What is your full name? Briana Lynn Faulkner

(aka the Goat Whisperer)

• What is your favorite snack? Chips

• Where are you from? North Carolina. I was also a mission-

ary in Ukraine.

• How old are you? 24

• Why Heartland? God called me here to earn my degree in

Elementary Educa�on.

• What do you want to do a6er you graduate? Work with

kids. I have a passion for educa�on, also I would like

to work with the Military. But I am just wai�ng on God to

see where He would lead.

• What is your favorite animal? Wild: Red Panda, Domes�c:

Dogs and Pigmy Goats

• Do you have any siblings? Yes, I have 3 younger brothers,

all adopted.

• What is your favorite color? Red

• What is your favorite candy? Lemon Heads

• Where were you born? Los Angeles

• Have you always lived where you were born? I lived there

�ll I was 19.

• What do you enjoy most about teaching? The expression

on the students faces when they get what I’m teaching.

• Why Heartland? God just laid it on my heart and the

opening came up. Mason also needed a good Chris�an

school.

• What was your job before teaching? I served in the U.S. Air

Force for 12 years, and I spent 2 years in the Forest Service.

• What kind of impact do you hope to have on your students

this year? I hope to lead them all closer to the Lord and for

them to be saved

• How long do you plan to stay? Whenever God decides,

hopefully 3 years.

Parent/Teacher Meetings

Fundraiser Meetings

Fundraising season is just around the corner and Bro. Mori-

arty would like to meet with a parent from each family for

a 15 minute meeting following school on either

September 27 or 28. The purpose of the meeting is to

explain this year's fundraiser, answer questions, and supply

parents with a fundraising packet to begin fundraising.

Miss Faulkner, our secretary this year, will

be contacting families over the next 2 weeks

to schedule you for one of the 2 dates availa-

ble. We appreciate the hard work many have

put in to fundraising in the past and look for-

ward with anticipation at what this year's ef-

forts will afford us.

2 Weeks into each quarter, HBA's teachers con‐duct a brief Parent‐Teacher meeting with each of their student's parents. The goal of this meeting is to allow teachers to communicate the progress they see each student making, as well as to express any concerns they have since the last meeting. Additionally, this meeting al‐lows a great opportunity for parents to voice concerns or questions they might have to both the teacher and or Bro. Moriarty. Teachers do their best to ensure meetings are offered at a time that is convenient to at least one parent in each family either before or af‐ter school. Meetings generally conclude in under 10 minutes. Please do your best to prioritize these quarterly meetings as they benefit you, your student(s), and our teachers. Thank you!

Spirit Night @ Chick-fil-A

“HBA’s Chick-fil-A Spirit Night was a lot of fun! We got

to serve many people and got to see their faces when

a kid or a teenager came up and asked if they

needed anything, and not getting paid for it! It’s rare

when you see someone willing to do something with a

smile, even if it’s just opening a door, or taking your

trash. It was a blast and I would encourage you to

come out to come out to the next one! You’ll have a

lot of fun!” Mattie L.

As Mattie described, Spirit Night is a fun filled time.

It provides an opportunity for HBA students to serve

their community. With jobs varying from opening

doors to refilling drinks, each student gets to imple-

ment servanthood as demonstrated in the Scripture,

“Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly

love; in honour preferring one another; Not slothful in

business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;” Romans

12:10-11. We cannot do this without help. We will

need 6-10 students to work 5-8 pm. There will be a

free treat for all who work! So come out and join us!

Labor Day Picnic

The Labor Day Picnic is a highlight of every year at HBBC, and we

invite you to come join us this Labor Day (Monday, Sept. 3rd).

Hamburgers and hotdogs will be served with an array of delicious

sides. There will be a variety of activities for the whole family.

Every year, our hearts are blessed by the singing of all three HBBC

music groups (Glorybound, Assurance, and Witness) and a

challenging devotion from one of Heartland’s

upperclassman preachers. It is the perfect opportunity to fellowship

together and praise our Lord for all He has done.

“The labor day picnic is a great time for food, friends, fellowship,

and fun. While at the labor day picnic you will enjoy dodge ball,

softball, archery tag, and games, for the kids. You will also hear

Godly music and a short meaningful charge, testimonies, and

much more! Hope to see you there!” Jeremiah H.

“The labor day picnic is full of fun activities like playing baseball,

dunking Heartland students, and archery tag. There is also great

preaching and singing. When the preaching is done they give you

free food with ice-cream and cobbler. So come and enjoy your time

at the Heartland Labor Day Picnic.” Logan Y.