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The Senior Class of 2026 conducted the church service for the last time at Campion Academy. Marc, Alexa, and Justin shared the special music, Addison and Clara teamed up for the children's story, and Mr. Oliver Bragg gave an inspiring sermon.
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The graduation events for the Class of 2026 started out Friday evening with Parent Tribute. After a special music by Izuchi Nwankwo, Davi Vieira, and Josh Matabaro, each senior took a stand at the podium and expressed their heartfelt gratitude to their parents and others who have helped them in their journey.  Meet Lily! I will forever remember the time I have spent at campion Academy. I prasise the Lord for every blessing He has given me all four years. He has blessed me with wonderful friends, beuatiful nature, and unforgetable memories. My favorite memories are all the outdoor activities including; ski trips, outdoor school, backpacking,dorm retreats, and many fire drills. Every single one of these moments has not only been fun, relaxing, and unique but also has enlightened me that God has a plan and His plan is good. As it says in Roamsn 8:28 "And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God ajd are called according to his purpose for them." My future plans are to go to a college at Souther Adventist University. I haven't decided what to major in but I knoe that it'll be something super cool and I'm in God's hands!  Meet Izuchi! "I am a senior at Campion Academy and it has been such a blessing to be able to be here all four years. I came when I was thirteen as a freshman. I was scared as it was the first time being away from home for this long, but I soon came to enjoy it. Being able to make new friends and live with them like siblings, along with my own brother, gave me a sense of closeness with other Christians like me that I will cherish for life. Further more, the extracurricular activities I participated in-like drama and music-helped me discover strengths I never knew I had and gave me the chance to develop them. Being involved in sports, traveling totournaments, and competing on a team for the first time taught me work ethic and patience. Through all the busyness, I also learned how much of a blessing my home and parents are, as well as the beauty of the Sabbath and a loving Creator-how everything can pause for one day so I can abide with Him. Even with the ups and downs, my time here has helped me grow in ways I never imagined, and I wouldn't trade this experience for anything. I plan to attend Andrews University in the falland major in nursing."  Meet Luca!
“I am an international student from China, and I have stayed at Campion for all four years. When I first arrived here, I was unfamiliar with the language and the environment, and I wasn’t really into Christianity. I am very grateful to my friends and the staff members who made all that change for me. Throughout the four years, I had a lot of experiences and good memories: class parties, sports, outdoor activities, publications, music festivals…etc. One of my favorite things about Campion is the dorm life. We bond together in the dormitory like a family. My biggest growth through high school has been my spiritual journey that led me to meet Jesus. As a result, I’ve decided to go to an Adventist College to continue my journey. I will be attending Southern Adventist University and hopefully I can bring light to more people in the future.” This last Sunday the students went to Loveland Fairgrounds for their annual end of year SA picnic. The day started off with the sun shining and just a few clouds, but after the initial games, a heavy rainstorm came in.
SA started their games off with a balloon cup game, a shoe roulette game, and water relays. Afterwards, some students played on the splashpad or jumped into the Thompson River. When it started to rain, the students enjoyed snacks under the pavilion and then quickly packed up to go back to campus. Although the picnic ended early, the rain didn’t dampen the students’ spirits. “The best part was probably frolicking in the rain and getting wet. The water balloon toss was fun too,” Ariana Martel, sophomore recalled. Hannah A. Manase, Student News Team The teachers presented a variety of awards to Campion's top scholars and athlete at the end-of-the-year Awards Night.
This past week, the sophomore’s went to Moab for their annual biology trip, led by Erica Franklin, exploring the ruins of Mesa Verde, Arches National Park, and much more.
The sophomores first stopped at Cortez and spent their first night at the Seventh-day Adventist school, providing worship for the students in the morning. Afterwards, they headed to Mesa Verde and took a tour of the ruins. “It was so cool seeing how the ancient people in the desert used to live on the side of mountains. They had these big cool holes which would be used as homes.” Daniel Ortiz, exclaimed. After they went to Mesa Verde, they made their way to a campground in Moab where they set up camp for the next several days. The next morning they went rafting in the Colorado River and then went on several hikes. “I had a great experience in Moab. I was able to bond with my friends and with the sponsors on the rafts as well. I sat in multiple rafts because I had to be saved out of the water several times, and it was really fun!” Chris Davis stated. Besides all the activities and hikes, many sophomores repeated the sentiment that they appreciated the time to connect with their classmates. “I had so much fun at Moab! I got to bond with my class in so many ways. I was able to learn more about them when we had deep conversations, and we all shared exhaustion from our many activities. It brought us closer together, and I formed new friendships.” Aspen Phelps shared. Hannah A. Manase, Student News Team Campion’s musical ensembles gathered in the gymnasium on May 2 for the annual Pops Concert, the final performance of the school year. Students, parents, and faculty attended the event, which featured performances from Beginner and Intermediate Bands, Choir, Handbells, Koinonia, Symphony, and Jazz Band.
“I enjoyed playing my instruments on and off stage,” said Abigail Brown. “Even though I’m sad this was the last performance of the year, I realized how much I have grown in music this past year.” The concert showcased a variety of musical styles as each ensemble performed selections they had prepared throughout the year. Jazz Band brought the evening to a close with their rhythm-driven repertoire. Pizza was also sold during the event to help raise funds for future music activities. “It was so fun to hear and see my friend play,” said Pamela Lah. “The music was great, and I really enjoyed hearing the musical groups play songs I love.” For many seniors, the concert marked their final performance at Campion. After the performances, students came together in a tearful group hug around Music Director Naomi Fernandez with mixed emotions as they celebrated their final concert as a group. “I had a lot of fun being able to display what we had worked on,” said Teagan Phillips. “We laughed and cried together.” Oscar Ren, Student News Team Last Sunday, the junior class organized a special banquet for the seniors at the Denver Downtown Aquarium followed by a delicious all-you-can-eat Italian buffet at Cinzzetti’s restaurant.
The night started at the gym with snacks and a beach-themed photo booth. After the photos and conversations the students made their way to the aquarium where they could see and appreciate the wonders of the ocean. Teagan Philips, a junior, shared, “My favorite part of the banquet was definitely the aquarium because we got to see the animals and to take some photos.” The dinner took place at Cinzetti’s where the students enjoyed good Italian cuisine with their friends. Denisse Moreno, a senior, said, “I had a great time chatting with my friends at Cinzetti’s and the food was really good!” The banquet was a great time for the juniors to celebrate their friendships with the seniors before graduation. Bruno Lopes, Student News Team Pastor Xander Assa, a Campion 2016 alumnus, spoke for Week of Worship from April 29 to May 1. His theme was about how he met Jesus at Campion, and throughout the week he shared his different experiences and stories from his time as a high school student, and how they related to spiritual growth.
He often brought up references that students would understand, and kept students engaged with humor and questions. Shane Hart, junior, reflected the opinions of many students when he said, “The speaker for Week of Worship spoke like someone who we can relate to.” While his stories were often amusing, they always had an impactful lesson at the end. His stories ranged from dormitory food theft to the death of close loved-ones. His stories reached the hearts of many, and throughout the week many students chose to give their lives to Jesus when he made an appeal each day. In the final altar call during Vespers on Friday night, four students made the decision to get baptized. Isreal Ortiz, junior, shared, “Low-key he was so involved with the students and we could relate to him a lot. He also played basketball with us and encouraged us both on and off the court. He was really inspiring.” Aome Jacob Angeles, Student News Team The Campion Church hosted its culmination of the Adopt-a-Student program, with a reveal potluck for the boys adopted by church members on May 2.
During this special potluck, Campion families revealed their identities to their ‘adopted’ student(s), which they have kept secret up until that point. Donagh O’keefe, junior, shared, “I was really nervous that it would be uncomfortable, but when it was revealed, all of my tension left, and I found them to be extremely kind and caring.” Throughout the second semester, Campion families have graciously given their students small gifts, while students in return responded with written letters. The potluck served as an opportunity for students and families to become more acquainted with each other and share their sides of the story. Theo Poleza, senior, concluded, “It was nice to get to know my family better while sharing a meal together. I was grateful for having them as my family all semester.” Aome Jacob Angeles, Student News Team |
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