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Flight Night 2026
Flight Night 2026

Packed stands, championship performances and basketball wins filled the E Gym as the SBS community gathered for an SBS winter tradition.

Flight Night 2026 brought together students, families and faculty for a campus-wide celebration of SBS winter athletics. From a pep rally earlier in the day to championship recognitions and decisive wins on the court, the night reflected the pride and support that define the SBS community.

The celebration began with a schoolwide pep rally recognizing SBS winter sports teams. Highlights included a student soccer challenge that earned a schoolwide free dress day and a faculty and staff pickup basketball game in which middle school Bible teacher Philip Addison secured the win for the Lower and Middle School team. The pep rally also marked a milestone moment as SBS unveiled the state championship banner for the cheer team.

Basketball action followed later in the day with the JV men’s game, highlighted by a halftime performance from the Middle School Spirit Team. The momentum carried into varsity women’s basketball, where seniors Grace Wehring and Casey Krueger were honored during Senior Night before taking the floor against Fort Bend Christian Academy. Swim senior Charis Chambers was also recognized for her contributions to SBS athletics.

The varsity women delivered a dominant performance, defeating Fort Bend Christian Academy 81–23 as the student section stayed engaged throughout the game.

During halftime, the cheer team performed its state championship-winning gameday cheer. The routine reflected the focus and preparation that led to the first state title in program history.
The Golden Girls followed with their state championship pom routine, highlighting the consistency and excellence that have long defined the team.

Following the varsity women’s game, SBS honored the 2025 state championship golf team with a ring presentation recognizing senior Christopher Torn.

Later in the evening, varsity men’s basketball recognized seniors Maverick Manginello and Shia Francis, along with senior basketball manager Kristian Abiassi, before closing the night with a 73–47 win over Fort Bend Christian Academy.

Flight Night truly reflected the strength of the SBS community and the meaningful connections formed when students, families and faculty spend time together.

100 Days of Kindergarten!
100 Days of Kindergarten!

Second Baptist School kindergarteners dressed as 100-year-olds to celebrate the 100th day of school, enjoying special activities and a visit from Zero the Hero that highlighted their academic growth and strong sense of community.

This week, Second Baptist School kindergarten classes celebrated an exciting milestone, the 100th day of school! Teachers and students marked the occasion with a day of special activities, including dressing up as 100-year-olds and enjoying a surprise visit from Zero the Hero. The festivities highlighted both the joy of learning and the progress students have made during their first 100 days of school.

“This is one of our favorite traditions,” shared kindergarten teacher, Tracy Townsend. “Each child dresses up like they are 100 years old, and they bring a collection of 100 things to share with Zero the Hero. They then work together to build structures using 100 objects (cups, Legos, blocks), make a snack of 100 items and create a portrait of their 100 year old selves.”

While the 100th day was filled with fun and laughter, it was also a meaningful time for teachers to reflect on their students’ hard work and accomplishments since the beginning of the school year. “We are so proud of how each student has grown academically, they are now readers and writers! But, we are even more proud of how they have grown as a class that loves, protects and cares for each other,” said Mrs. Townsend.

To close out the week, the first grade class also participated in their own activity, 101 days of school! This class dressed up as dalmatians to celebrate their milestone, and just the same as the kindergarten class, these students had a day filled with smiles and laughter as they celebrated the joy of learning and growing throughout the school year.

 

National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 2026
National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 2026

During the 2026 National Honor Society Induction Ceremony, Second Baptist School celebrated 82 students who exemplify the pillars of scholarship, leadership, service and character.

The National Honor Society (NHS) Induction Ceremony honors students who display excellence in the pillars of scholarship, leadership, service and character. Last week, members of the Second Baptist School community gathered to celebrate the achievements of these select students as they were welcomed into the Florence Weaver Chapter of the National Honor Society.

Head of Upper School Ryan Berens opened the ceremony by congratulating the inductees on their academic achievement and their commitment to excellence. Berens reflected on Florence Weaver’s impact on SBS, honoring her devotion to Christian education and her enduring heart for service.

Assistant Head of Upper School Brent Harrison outlined the expectations of NHS membership, recognizing students who maintain a 3.5 GPA and consistently demonstrate leadership, service and character. Prefects Ethan Chan, Mady Schmidt, Mac Northrup and Christopher Torn elaborated on each NHS pillar, then spoke to each pillar, emphasizing that NHS membership represents both academic distinction and a responsibility to lead and serve others.

While the ceremony celebrated academic achievements, it also reminded students to steward the gifts and talents God has given them in service to others and for the advancement of His Kingdom.

Congratulations to the 82 newly inducted members of the Florence Weaver Chapter of the National Honor Society!

Ford Allen

Ashtyn Alvarado

Samuel Arrendell

Anna Kate Asby

Ethan Asmus

Preston Asmus

Samantha Bailie

Lizzie Baker

Declan Blaine

Emme Blaine

Berkley Blount

Chase Bob

Reese Bratcher

Jude Brown

Titus Brown

Sophia Buehler

Aaron Burghardt

MyKenzie Butler

Avery Campbell

Caroline Chadwick

Cate Collins

Romit Dakshindas

Ella Darby

Oliver Dawley

Peyton Deffebach

Emerson Dippel

Cash Franz

Austin Fuhrman

Avery Glauser

Henry Going

Will Goolsby

Cason Hall

Brynn Hardcastle

Hadyn Hermes

Eli Hogan

Aubrey Jackson

Brooke Jarvis

Edric Jasmine

Sofia Jenkins

Liston Johnson

Peyton Jones

Matthew Kandolha

Jirius Khoury

Chris Kibuule

Carter Kimble

Bennett Lane

Beckett Lenhart

Michael Maestas

Mary McCaffrey

Caroline McKinney

Kate Miers

Hannah Modisette

Saskia Murphy

Mia Murray

Micah Nini

Carson Patterson

Siaosi Patton

Ella Petersen

Carson Pratt

Owen Rancher

Grace Rodriguez

Noah Salazar

Julia Scheldt

Mackenzie Sloan

Aaron Smith

Izzie Stagner

Bellamy Staley

Elisabeth Steinbach

Jacob Stensgaard

Eloise Tackett

Christopher Thomas

Finley Thrasher

Ace Valdez

Mila Veeningen

Jack Voiles

Hunter Weston

Dillan Whitfield

Grant Williams

Ellie Wolfe

Mikayla Woody

Alyssa Yueling Zhang

Taylor Zimmerman

Golden Girls Win 5A Dance State Championship
Golden Girls Win 5A Dance State Championship

The Golden Girls claimed the TAPPS 5A Large Team State Championship with strong lyrical and pom performances. The win marks the program’s first title since 2017.

The Second Baptist School Golden Girls dance team claimed the TAPPS 5A Large Team State Championship, earning a Superior Rating and marking the program’s first state title since 2017.

The team performed both a lyrical and pom routine at the state competition, showcasing growth, precision and unity developed over the course of the season.

Led by head coaches Madelyn Whitehead and Jacqueline Rose, the Golden Girls rose to the challenge of increased difficulty and high expectations on the state floor.

“While we have always been proud of their consistency and excellence, finally winning the title after coming close for so many years adds a defining moment to the program,” Whitehead said. “They’ve performed at a high level for 10 years, and it’s incredibly special to celebrate that anniversary with a state championship.”

This championship was especially meaningful for the team’s seniors, three of whom had been pursuing the title throughout their high school careers. Senior captain Kambell Crites reflected on the journey and the moment the team’s name was announced.

“We’ve put in hours of hard work through early mornings, lunches and weekends, and what makes it worth it is the environment we have as a team,” Crites said. “When our name was called, we all burst into tears. After coming so close for years, it was overwhelming in the best way.”

Senior captain Tessa Garcia shared that the team’s pride went beyond the final results.

“Even before the awards were announced, we were proud of how we performed,” Garcia said. “The girls danced their hearts out, and we moved together as a team. Hearing our name called was such a special way to end senior year.”

Throughout the season, the Golden Girls remained focused on a deeper purpose. Their lyrical routine, Brighter Days, reflected the hope found in Christ, while Gold celebrated the program’s 10-year legacy.

“Not at any point did we need to redirect their mindset,” Whitehead said. “Their goal was always to bring glory and honor to Jesus Christ.”

The championship performance also brought individual recognition, with Ellen Klare Brown ‘26, Kambell Crites ‘26 and Tessa Garcia ‘26 named to the All-State First Team; Anna Kate Asby ‘27 earning All-State Second Team honors; and Caroline Morrisett ‘28 selected for High Kick Company.

Together, the Golden Girls’ achievement stands as a testament to perseverance, sisterhood and excellence on and off the floor.

Faith over Fear: Middle School In Focus Week
Faith over Fear: Middle School In Focus Week

In Focus week allows middle school students to step away from the busyness of the new semester and dedicate time each day to worship as a community.

Excited chatter and laughter filled the halls of Woodway Village as middle school students gathered together for the first day of In Focus week. Led by Second Baptist Church’s student ministry, In Focus week invites students to step away from the rhythms of the school day and spend intentional time in worship and fellowship.

Each afternoon began with high-energy games that brought students together, followed by worship and a devotional message. This year’s theme, Faith over Fear, encouraged students to face challenges with confidence rooted in God’s promises, trusting Him even when circumstances feel uncertain. 

Throughout the week, speakers challenged students to consider how fear can shape their choices and how faith in Christ offers a steadier foundation. Worship and teaching emphasized that while challenges will come, God remains faithful and present, calling students to trust Him fully.

As the week drew to a close, Assistant Head of Middle School Craig Brockhan reflected on Paul’s words in Romans 8:31, "What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who is against us?” Brockhan shared his prayer that students would leave In Focus with a deeper, heart-level understanding that Jesus Christ has overcome the world and their hope is secure in Him.

In Focus week concluded with a time of celebration and reflection, marking the meaningful decisions of students who gave their lives to Christ. A yearly tradition for SBS middle schoolers, this week reflects the passion of our school: “to bring every student into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ while equipping them to do with excellence that which God has called them to do.”