Admissions

ADMISSIONS

Think. Live. Lead

The mission of Second Baptist School is to equip students to think critically, live biblically and lead courageously so they can impact the world for Jesus Christ.

As you discover SBS, you will experience the intentional efforts of faculty, coaches and staff as they prepare students to think, live and lead at SBS and beyond.

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SBS Considers 3 Things When Evaluating Candidates for Admission

Academic Standards & Achievement

Second Baptist School believes that education must be both Christ-centered and academically excellent. Applicants must possess a high degree of learning in order to succeed in the curriculum and courses that are offered at SBS. A history of academic achievement paired with a desire to be challenged leads to ideal candidates that are motivated to succeed in the classroom.

SBS looks for dedication to academic pursuits and intellectual curiosity by assessing the following:

Grades (over time)
Rigor of current academic program
School type and curriculum
Standardized test results (including ISEE and WPPSI/WISC and Woodcock Johnson)
Student/family interview
Teacher recommendations
Personal essays

Personal Qualities

The heart of SBS is our caring community. By serving each other, we are living biblically together to support the school. Applicants must possess personal qualities that showcase their desire to engage in the life of the school and its co-curricular pursuits.

SBS looks for engagement by assessing the following:

Personal essays
Student/family interview
Co-curricular and service involvement inside and outside of the school
Demonstrated leadership in the student’s current school community
Teacher recommendations
Parent questionnaire

A Good Fit

Second Baptist School desires to bring all students into a relationship with Christ. This passion is fulfilled daily as faculty, staff and coaches invest in each student to help him or her exceed their potential. SBS looks for applicants that are mission appropriate and demonstrate a clear understanding of the school’s mission and passion through independence, self-advocacy and leadership skills.