'To the ends of the earth'

Story by Tracy Morgan

For many of us, Acts 1:8 serves as a call to action, but to reach the entire world can seem like a daunting task. However, at Highland View Academy (HVA), this passage is being embraced in a new and inspiring way.

“To the Ends of the Earth” is the theme for the 2025–26 school year. HVA is embracing its identity, not only as an academic institution, but as a spiritual training ground for world-changers. Staff are being called to create and grow young people who are prepared, passionate and ready to carry the message of Jesus wherever God leads them. But how?

Whether in the classroom, the cafeteria, the dorms or at work, every space can be a mission field and a sharing opportunity—even through silence. Leaders ask, what better way to fulfill the Great Commission than to teach students to fall in love with Jesus and to live with such conviction and joy that they naturally want to share His love with others?

The staff at HVA is deeply committed to planting seeds of faith in their students to help cultivate spiritual curiosity, courage and a heartfelt desire to serve. The school recognizes that, to fulfill this mission, it doesn’t necessarily mean crossing oceans. Sometimes, it’s about stepping across a hallway, a street or even putting down a cell phone to make a connection.

As if to affirm this renewed sense of calling, God  has opened a remarkable door for HVA—one that promises to have a lasting impact for generations to come.

Through the generosity of dedicated donors, HVA is in the process of creating its first-ever endowment. This fund will be set up in a way to generate an ongoing annual income that will be used to help students today, tomorrow and until Jesus comes. To build the foundation of this endowment, a donor has pledged to match two dollars for every dollar given by others. This is an amazing opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of HVA students.

An endowment of this scale provides more than financial relief—it also creates a foundation of stability for the academy and its bright future. With careful investments and stewardship, the funds will be able to support HVA’s mission long term, which, in turn, will aid in enhancing scholarship and aid funds for the students. This will help ensure that the school continues to nurture young minds and leaders until Jesus returns.

Even though “To the Ends of the Earth” is just the theme for this school year, staff are hoping to impress upon the students that it is not just a school theme—but  a commitment—and it’s just the beginning!