2021 Graduates Reveal

Congratulations to the 59 graduates of the inspiring Class of 2021 whose year-end survey reflections reveal the incalculable value of SVA relationships in 2021, and every school year. Read their individual graduate profiles on SVA Facebook and @officialsvainstagram. Thank you Alumni and Friends for your prayers and financial support that make meaningful relationships with God, teachers, family, and friends possible for students.

Most important lesson(s) learned at SVA: I’ve become much closer to God here, more than in my whole life. This year God has moved mountains in my life. So many blessings that I know God has a plan for each of us. He makes a way, so we can have confidence He will get us through anything. Have grown closer to God; learned to relate better with others after meeting such a diverse group of people. Life is complicated. Cherish the time you have with the people you love. I’ve learned to give everything to God and rely on Him for strength; challenges have made me stronger; I’ve made lifelong friends.

Most inspirational faculty/staff: Mr. Lowe because of his dedication to students. He has a smile on his face and a willingness to help; he makes SVA feel like a home. Ms. Wiedemann, Dean Powell, Mrs. Patrick for fighting for me when I didn’t have the strength to fight for myself, for encouraging me to never give up. Mrs. White encourages me to do my best, and gives great advice about future life. Mr. Biaggi helped me so much and is a good spiritual example. I admire him and his family. Mrs. Dean is such an amazing person. She always is there for me. She gives her all to everything she does. Pastor Harley’s enthusiasm, kindness and positive attitude makes class, mission trips, and Sabbath activities super fun. Dean Powell, thank you for the long hours you put in for each girl. It is a true measure of love. Ms. Wiedemann’s passion and enthusiasm for music radiates through everything she does. Her nonjudgmental attitude helps me be open with her. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond have helped me so much and care about me. Mrs. Heidi [Smith] inspires me by treating others with kindness, displaying the love of Christ to everyone around her. Mr. Lechler is kind and encouraging. He is more than a teacher. He is a FRIEND.

Thank you to: God, my church, my parents. I am here because of your support. Every faculty and staff member who helped me and believes in me. My parents for letting me decide to attend SVA; the amazing faculty and staff for making me feel like I belong so I wanted to stay. My teachers for teaching me for four years. Thank you, deans, for your hard work and patience. Most importantly, thank you to my family for your support, and for allowing me to come to SVA.