Monterey Bay Academy

The BAERG FAMILY LEGACY bench is presented as a gift from Donna J. Baerg Entze in honor of her family’s combined years of ‘Making a Difference’ in the lives of students at Monterey Bay Academy. Having parents who dedicated their lives to teaching she saw firsthand the impact a teacher can make on a student. Over the years countless stories have been shared by former students regarding that impact. When Donna made the decision to go into teaching, she also experienced those c...onnections with students in the classroom, on music tours, coaching, and mentoring. Both her grandfather and sister had the privilege of also serving and giving to MBA. Her desire is that this bench will serve as a reminder to all to continue to "Make A Difference" in the lives of those we come in contact with, interact with, and have the privilege of teaching, coaching, mentoring, and building friendships with. Never forget the impact that you can make in people's lives.

! (Happy Sabbath!) We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. ~Hebrews 6:19... Beach Dr. - MBA Campus

When there was 3 to a room (1985) MBA had approximately 500 students and every room had to have 3 in order to accommodate the enrollment! #TBT #throwbackthursday

(Happy Sabbath!) To every thing there is a season. ~Ecclesiastes 3:1

¡Feliz Sábado! (Happy Sabbath!) There is no one more courageous than the person that speaks with the courage of their convictions. ~Susan Cain... Girls Dorm Chapel

Girl's PE class in the old gymnasium 1973 #TBT #throwbackthursday

Swim and dive team 1967. Anybody have more insight on this? #TBT #throwbackthursday

(Happy Sabbath!) "Daughter", Jesus said to her, "your faith has been made well. Go in peace." ~ Luke 8:18

Faculty men at their best during 1962-1963 school year at a Talent Show! Left to right: Verle Betts (Music Teacher), Carl Jorgenson (Principal), Leslie Goodwin (History Teacher), Keith Wheeler (Business Manager) #TBT #throwbackthursday

Happy Sabbath! Nothing in the whole world will be able to separate us from the love of God. ~ Romans 8:39

Have a blessed Sabbath MBA! I will strengthen you and help you. I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. ~Isaiah 41:10

Happy Sabbath! Faith is taking the first step even if you can't see the whole staircase. ~Martin Luther King Jr.... MBA Private Beach

Happy Sabbath! "The heavens declare the glory of God, the skies proclaim the work of his hands." ~ Psalm 19:1

Shabbat shalom! "As a mother comforts her child so will I comfort you." ~ Isaiah 66:13

From the Desk of the Principal - Fall Semester Re-opening Update

Have a blessed Sabbath! "Whatever you do, work heartily for the Lord, and not for men" ~ Colossians 3:23

Happy Sabbath MBA! "And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus" ~ Philippians 4:19

Dear Alumni and Friends of MBA, Many of you have been asking about the status of the investigation of Beach Auditorium fire that happened during the summer on July 18. Here is an official update. Jay Ketelsen '76, MBA's VP of Operations has been the official point person who has communicated with Cal Fire regarding the fire. He also oversees all our campus operations such as rentals, businesses that lease space from the school, all county correspondence concerning use permits..., water testing, and much more. According to the official report Jay recently received from Cal Fire, the cause of the beach auditorium fire is inconclusive as the building was so completely burned the investigators were unable to find a starting point of the fire or any evidence of what caused it. There have been comments and opinions made on Social Media regarding the cause, however, nothing can be proven at this point in time. With that said, it is important to mention that there was no electricity or gas going to the building, nor was the building insured. Unfortunately, four years ago Adventist Risk Management, the insurance company for the Central California Conference (and MBA), refused coverage on the building due to the age and state of deterioration the auditorium was in. So, there is no insurance to collect and as a result, there are no plans at this time to rebuild. We will, however, maintain the footprint of the site. Once the debris has been cleaned up the cement "pit" will still be there with the possibility of using it as an outdoor amphitheater area. The loss of the Beach Auditorium is, without a doubt, a very sad event for MBA. A lot of history, both for MBA and the military was destroyed when it burned. While we can not afford to replace the building and as devastating as it is to lose this landmark on campus, I am constantly reminded that this world is not our home, we are just passing through, but we will always treasure the memories and good times we shared together in that grand building. Sending you all love from our home on the shore, Kinzie Speyer '76 Director of Alumni & Development