Dear Maranatha Families,

As we prepare to launch the 2025–2026 school year, we’re thrilled to kick things off together at our mandatory Back-to-School Night on Thursday, August 21 at 5 pm.

This important evening is a wonderful opportunity to connect with teachers, hear from school leadership, and ensure a smooth start to the year.

We’ll begin with a General Session at 5 pm where we will:

• Worship together
• Pray over the school year
• Share our year's theme verse
• Provide important updates/announcements to set us up for success

As a thank you for spending time with us, everyone who attends the General Session will receive a ticket for an ice cream treat after the assembly!

We can’t wait to see you soon and step into another year of growth, learning, and Christ-centered community together.

Blessings, 
Debra Larson-Jarpe 
Head of School

New Division Level Announcements!

Don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this email and click on your division(s) to read all the updates specific to your area from your principal!

Open House and Back-to-School Night

August 18 from 5–7 pm | New Student Open House for MS/HS

All new students and parents entering Grades 5–12 are invited to our Upper School New Student Open House on Monday, August 18 from 5–7 pm. Grade 5–12 Students new to Maranatha can meet their principals, walk their class schedule, and learn the layout of the building. 

August 21, 5–7 pm | Back-to-School Night

• General Assembly (5–5:30 pm): all grades and families in the Sanctuary for vision cast and important information
• Open House (5:30–7:00 pm): meet teachers, drop off school supplies, submit health forms, and more!
  • Grades 9–12 will be taking school pictures during this time! (reserve your spot here)

Note: PreK families can check their children into their classrooms starting at 4:30 pm to then attend the General Assembly. Pick-up students by 6:15 pm.

First Day Checklist

August 15–17: MS/HS Student Council Retreats

August 18: MS/HS New Student Open House

August 18: Band/Instrument Open House

August 21: All-School Back-to-School Night

August 25: Grades 5–12 First Day of School

August 25: Grades 5–6 X-Tended Day Begins

August 26: PreK–Grade 4 First Day of School

August 26: Moms Back to School Breakfast

September 1: No School (Labor Day)

September 3: PreK-Grade 8 School Picture Day

September 8: NWEA Fluency Testing Begins

September 11: Senior Retreat

September 20: Family Fall Fest - Save the Date! More Details Coming Soon!

September 27: HS Fall Daze Dance

September 30: Grade 6 Baker Retreat

Employment Opportunities

• Coaches
• Paraprofessionals
• Substitute Paraprofessionals
• Substitute Teacher

Click below to read your principals' weekly update!