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Stay connected with us on Instagram at Marian Hope Academy! Follow our journey as we inspire and support K-12 students through non-traditional Christian education. With tuition assistance and therapists on staff, we’re dedicated to nurturing each child’s unique path. Join our community and see the difference!
Walking the streets of San Jose in the pouring rain. Praying to be fearless and for God to open our hearts to the lost and broken-hearted. Our teens humbly and compassionately prayed over police officers and people on the streets. People just want to know they matter and that they are loved. For some of us, this started as an uncomfortable ministry effort. For ALL of us, this ended as a transformative life experience.
#prayerispowerful #jesusisourhope #evangelismtraining #teensforchrist #loveconquersfear
Just a snippet of the learning, love and connection that comes with being a small school! 💙💚 Grateful for our students, families and teachers… And so proud of the amazing school community we have all built together!
#privateschool #christianeducation #microschool #bluesprings #leessummit #independencemo
Last week = best week 🎉
From color wars to field day fun, we laughed, played, and made memories that will last beyond the classroom walls.
It’s hard to say goodbye, but our hearts are full and our faces painted with joy (and maybe a little color powder 😆).
What a fun way to end an unforgettable year!! 💚
From Seed to Sale… our 4-6th grade students did it ALL!
MHA Farmer’s Market wasn’t just about fresh produce—it was a living classroom!
Gardening, harvesting, nutrition, culinary, marketing, entrepreneurship, profit & loss, customer service—real-life learning through real-life doing.
Hands-on. Student-led. Purpose-driven.
We don’t just grow gardens—we grow thinkers, doers, and world-changers.
Thank you parents, grandparents and special friends-family who came out to support our students💕
Love our school. Love these kids. Love learning that lasts.
#MHAFarmersMarket #LearningByDoing #GrowingMoreThanVeggies #PurposefulEducation #BigHeartSmallSchool
We’re heading into the last week of school!🎉
What an incredible year it’s been! 2024-2025 was filled with creativity, community, and so much fun.
As we wrap up the year, we’re reflecting on all the amazing moments and looking ahead with excitement to what’s next.
Stay tuned this week for all the end-of-year celebrations and sweet send-offs!
🌴2025 MHA Prom-Tropical Paradise Style
A night saturated with laughter, dancing, games and friendships that go way beyond the classroom. It was more than a prom. It was a reunion of hearts…with past grads, current students and so much love & happiness in one room💕
#MHAFamily #FaithAndFun #DanceLaughBelong #TropicalParadiseProm2025 #FriendsForLife♥️
College Comp II ✅ for these juniors! Year after year, level after level, IEW (Institute of Excellence in Writing) builds the skills necessary to be a great writer! And magic happens when added to that is a phenomenal teacher and writing coach, our beloved Mrs. Reed. We love to witness our students’ voices and thoughts come to life through their written masterpieces!

#CollegeWritingSuccess #MarianHopeProud #ThankYouMrsReed
MHA Teachers are the heartbeat of our school! 💙💚
This week, we celebrate the incredible teachers who believe in their students, who take the time to know their strengths, and who tailor their teaching to each child individually.
They pour into their students’ gifts, helping them discover their passions and potential—and in doing so, they shape the future in the most powerful way. 🍎
A big THANK YOU to our teachers…YOU make our school such a special place!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #PassionAndPurpose
HOPE was a Hole in ONE! ⛳️
Last Friday, more than 100 golfers took to the links to create an incredible day for our mission.
Thank you to EVERY sponsor, participant and supporter of the ALL Fore HOPE Golf Tournament. YOU made it a beautiful (rain-free day) and our best tournament to date!
We were just shy of raising $50,000 to support the services and help children reach their potential.
THANK YOU! 💚
There is still an opportunity to support, you can make a donation at: https://marianhope.networkforgood.com/events/82647-2025-all-fore-hope-golf-tournament
If your child is not reading by age 4 or 5…Do. Not. Stress!
Children read at different paces that’s why building strong pre-literacy skills is critical to future success. At MHA, our individual approach attends to and challenges each child wherever they are.
Kindergarten at MHA nurtures children’s natural love of learning, sparks curiosity and creates building blocks for academic progress.
To learn more about our educational approach visit marianhopeacademy.org
From Kindergarten to High School, our students are building a foundation rooted in Christ-centered service by joyfully serving our friends at Benton House!
This hands-on experience develops God-honoring habits and fosters purpose through serving others.
This is the heart of MHA:
- Empowering every child’s unique strengths
- Teaching students to lead and serve
- Creating friendships that cross every barrier
- Growing a generation that will make room in their businesses, their churches, and their lives for others who may need just a little more time, patience, and LOVE.
SHARK TANK: MHA STYLE
When we say we are a school of Real-life Learning…we mean it!
Our students led every part of creating a business, budgeting, marketing, creating, and presenting in front of public judges.
This is innovation, critical thinking, entrepreneurial processing and communication on full display.
So proud of our students…you are the real deal! 💙💚
Our teens are on a mission!!
There is something truly powerful about young people stepping out in faith, loving, leading, and serving in the corners of the earth as Jesus commanded.
Teens on Mission is more than just a trip—it’s a movement of young disciples boldly living out their faith, reaching the lost, and meeting tangible needs for the least of these.
Learn more about how you can support our teens by following their account! @teens_onmission
Join us for our 7th annual ALL Fore HOPE Golf Tournament on Friday, April 25th. ⛳️
Can’t play? That’s ok. There are other ways to support the event...become a Hole Sponsor, donate a raffle item or volunteer.
It’s going to be a beautiful spring day creating HOPE for children and families! 💚
To register or more information, click here: https://marianhope.networkforgood.com/events/82647-2025-all-fore-hope-golf-tournament
Real talk from a student who has experienced the heart of MHA. Here, it’s not just about grades—it’s about discovering who you are in Christ, embracing your unique gifts, and being empowered to make a difference for God’s Kingdom.💚
Come join a movement where you’re seen, valued, and equipped to live out your calling.
Come learn about MHA on March 27th. RSVP at the link in our bio!
#MHA #heartofeducation #kingdomimpact #studentsforchrist #wecare #godspurpose
Uniquely designed! At MHA, we don’t just educate-we empower. From hands-on learning to creative problem-solving, our students are thriving in an environment that values their unique strengths & passions. 💚📚
Shaping future leaders, innovators, change makers and Kingdom builders.
#MarianHopeAcademy #PurposefulEducation #StrengthBasedLearning #KingdomImpact
Join us Thursday, March 27th for an exclusive opportunity to visit and learn about Marian Hope Academy.
Learn about our education model. Ask questions. Take a tour to see our mission in action.
Discover an approach that not only reaches students academically but ignites their inner genius and passions, equipping them to confidently pursue God’s calling for their life.
We are different on purpose. Come learn why your child belongs at Marian Hope Academy. 💚
Follow the link in our bio to RSVP. (RSVP required)
Learn more at marianhopeacademy.org
Martin Luther King Jr. understood the true value of education - building up critical thinking skills while developing the moral character of the child.
Yes, let’s get back to more of that!
We honor the legacy of MLK Jr. and celebrate his wisdom, pursuit of justice and commitment to love. 💙💚
#mlkjr #education #christianschool #charactereducation #leessummit #bluesprings #independencemo
❄️ Let them play! At Marian Hope Academy, we believe play is essential for all ages—even in the snow! ⛄️❄️
Play fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, and social skills that prepare students for life beyond the classroom. By embracing outdoor play, we encourage curiosity, build resilience, and create opportunities for students to connect with one another and the world around them. 🌟
This is best education in action—because learning isn’t just about books and tests; it’s about experiences that shape the whole child. Let’s make room for play in every school! 💙
#LetThemPlay #MarianHopeAcademy #PlayIsLearning #WholeChildEducation #SnowMuchFun
🎄✨Merry Christmas from all of us at Marian Hope Academy!✨🎄
What a night to remember! Our Christmas Program was filled with laughter, powerful performances, and the undeniable presence of the Holy Spirit.✨The evening was a beautiful worship celebration honoring our newborn King. 🎶
May your Christmas season be filled with peace, joy, and the gift of Christ’s love❤️All glory to God! #christmas @MHA #worshiptheking #jesusislord #allglorytogod
Our Teens on Mission students led the way in planning joyful activities for our friends at Benton House. Our elementary students helped them fill the rooms with Christmas carols, laughter, and love. 💕🎄 Watching our students share the love of Christ through meaningful connections and service is truly inspiring. 🌟 #MarianHopeAcademy #StudentsOnMission #SharingChrist #ChristmasJoy #ServingOthers
Grateful for joyful moments like these! 💛 At Marian Hope Academy, we celebrate a non-traditional approach to education that nurtures the whole child—academically, socially, emotionally, and beyond. Whether it’s in the classroom or at Main Event, our students (even the big ones!) are building relationships, social confidence, and lifelong memories. 🌟
#MarianHopeAcademy #maineventfun #happydays #socialemotionallearning #wholechildeducation #educationreimagined #lovelikejesus ❤️
🌱 Food matters! Health matters! 🌱 We can’t do all that God has called us to do if we don’t feel well! In a world filled with processed “fake” food with little nutritional value, it’s time to go back to our roots! Teach kids to garden and cook! Not only will they gain life skills, but they’ll also grasp science and math in real ways. 🍅📚 What an amazing blend of life skills and academics! 🌿
#microschool #christianschool #smarteducation #healthybrainhappylife
"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."
Sometimes, it’s in our hardest moments that we find the most strength. At MHA, we learn daily that it’s okay to lean into our weaknesses because that’s where growth happens. Together, we’re stronger and constantly reminded that grace carries us through.
#privateeducation #christianeducation #bluesprings #leessummit
No two learners are the same. Education should not be a herd mentality approach.
We need to meet a child where they are and approach their education at a place and pace that inspires them to become lifelong learners!
Experience the MHA Difference!
#privateschool #christianschool #bluespringsmo #leessummit #independencemo #doingeducationdifferently
ONE month away from our ONE Night of HOPE! 💫 HOPE Uncorked is almost here!
There is something really special about our community coming together for one night to lift and advance the mission and children we serve. 💚💚
There are several ways you can take part in this evening:
- DONATE an auction item for our silent or live auction
- PURCHASE tickets and join us for a night of purpose
- SPONSOR the event and receive marketing benefits
🗓️ Friday, October 11 at Arrowhead Stadium.
Have a question about other opportunities to support the event and the children, call 📱 816-678-7520.
For ticket and sponsorship opportunities, visit: https://marianhope.networkforgood.com/events/74120-2024-hope-uncorked
We are building up students to be strong readers and proficient writers with enduring math knowledge.
We also focus on the whole-being so they are strong communicators, capable conversationalists and have the skills to resolve conflict.
The Marian Hope approach is the education that the children of today and tomorrow need. 💙💚
#privateschool #christianschool #bluesprings #leessummit #independencemo #grainvalley
🌟 At Marian Hope Academy, our focus remains unwavering: teaching identity in Jesus Christ. We are all about cultivating obedient hearts to the gospel. In a world where discipleship-building schools are in dire need, MHA stands firm in its mission to instill the values of denying self, picking up the cross, and following Jesus (Matthew 16:24). Romans 12:2 reminds us we’re called NOT to conform to the patterns of the world. We want our students equipped to fearlessly go against the grain and fulfill the purpose God has called on each of their lives. Join us in shaping hearts and minds for Christ. The harvest is great, but the workers are few….and our time on earth is a blink in accordance to all of eternity. Let’s make a difference together. #MarianHopeAcademy #IdentityInChrist #DiscipleshipEducation 📚🙏
Your child deserves an educational experience where:
- They are KNOWN - truly known - and not just a data point
- They are CHALLENGED to think critically, problem-solve and prepared with real world skills
- They develop a sense of identity and PURPOSE in Christ.
We believe all children should learn holistically, hands-on, through real world problem solving and exploration.
We offer a Christ-centered approach that focuses on your child and his/her development. How do we do this? Small classes, evidence based practices, and the most caring, passionate educators!
Check us out!
marianhopeacademy.org
In our close-knit community, we emphasize the importance of character, values, and meaningful connections. We encourage students to explore their unique talents, passions, and embrace a sense of purpose. Our goal is to help each student develop into compassionate, empathetic individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world.
We welcomed some new friends into our Kindergarten class this week. These little “pocket dogs”, also known as rats, are so smart! They can be trained like dogs yet are small enough to fit in a pocket. Unlike their wild ancestors, pet rats are clean, social, and a ton of fun to observe. Students are gearing up to make houses out of legos for them. Let the responsibility habits and learning fun continue!
Meet Daisy, Oreo, Biscuit and Snickers!
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