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As Thanksgiving approaches, I’m reminded of the community God has placed around me. Moments like today remind me to be grateful and to slow down, recognizing the blessings that surround me every day. Even in the busiest weeks of senior year, God uses days like this to remind me that there is joy in pausing, purpose in reflecting, and peace in remembering who He is.

After the Thanksgiving praise service, the seniors sat down with fourth graders, who shared the gospel with them. I remember doing this 8 years ago with seniors and feeling so nervous, and, today, I was on the other side of it. I was paired with the sweetest fourth grader ever, and hearing her share the story of Jesus with so much joy made my day. It was so meaningful in such a simple way, and I was inspired by her confidence. The time with the fourth graders reminded me that gratitude is found when we pause and remain present, and now I have a new friend to be thankful for! 

Heading into Thanksgiving break, I’m thankful for a community that encourages me and points me to Christ.
 

Written by Communications Fellow, Sarah Cela '26

Second Baptist School’s seventh and eighth graders brought their favorite fairytale characters to life as they performed Into the Woods, Jr. this past weekend. In three shows on Friday and Saturday, the cast and crew of nearly fifty students transformed the SBS C Gym into a storybook page, telling a tale about what happens when "happily ever after” takes a twist.

Adorned with mossy trees and charming castle facades, the spellbinding stage beckoned audience members to their seats and invited viewers on a fascinating journey. To break a cruel curse preventing them from having children, the baker and his wife must venture into the woods to obtain a cow as white as milk, a cape as red as blood, hair as yellow as corn and a slipper as pure as gold.

This reimagined fairytale follows the couple’s journey through the woods as they encounter various familiar characters, including Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella and Jack, each pursuing their own desires. Despite the obstacles they encounter throughout their journey, each character fulfills their wish and learns the value of perseverance in the face of hardship.

When reflecting on the students’ performance, director, Cole Ryden, expressed how proud he is of the cast and crew, stating that “this show was more musically challenging than previous middle school productions.” He went on to say that “this show required a lot of patience and practice” from the students, complementing the cast and crew for making the show possible through their commitment and dedication. Production Assistant, Jenna Thompson '19, remarked on the students' ability to perform a show "that's historically known for its challenges" and commended the students for their diligence and artistry.

Whether cloaked in enchanting princess gowns or elaborate cow costumes, each student dazzled the audience from start to finish with charming melodies and captivating choreography. After countless rehearsals and months of preparation, the hard work of our students paid off as their talent shone on stage, showcasing that pushing through challenges always reaps a reward.

If you walked across The Green at lunch this past week, you could not miss it: a burst of bright orange, classic white with touches of SBS blue, and the kind of energy that tells you something good is happening. Our first-ever WHATADAY! delivered exactly what we hoped for, giving upper school students an hour to relax, laugh and enjoy being together.

Under blue Houston skies, students picked up their Whataburger boxes and spread out across The Green and the athletic fields with friends. Spikeball and cornhole sets stayed busy, giant Jenga drew some curious players and the basketball and soccer inflatables kept a steady line of challengers. Others jumped into spontaneous pick-up games, enjoyed ice cream and soaked up the break in the day. Head of School John Card stepped in near the end with a few Whataburger giveaways, and the playful prizes had students smiling.

“WHATADAY was so much fun,” junior Carson Patterson said. “This kind of thing is unique to SBS because of our schedule and our community. I loved having time with friends and hope we can do it again.”

Upstairs in the Eagle Club, teachers enjoyed a WHATABREAK with Whataburger lunches and a quiet space before afternoon classes.

As music carried across The Green, it was clear that students made the most of every minute. When cleanup time rolled around, you could hear it in their conversations. WHATADAY was a hit and well worth repeating