Coffee with the Superintendent

Harvest and Heritage: Pentecost, Preparation, and Purpose

In the May 27, 2025 episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jackie Farmer opens with Leviticus 23:15–21, explaining the significance of the Feast of Weeks (Pentecost) and how it was fulfilled in Acts 2 through the giving of the Holy Spirit. Pentecost marks not only the birth of the Church, but the beginning of the great harvest of souls—a mission we are still part of today.

In The Grind, we celebrate Anthony (6th grade) and Mrs. Angela Farmer on their birthdays, reflect on her behind-the-scenes impact at BBA, and remind upper school families that B-Day exams for 3rd and 4th periods take place today with a half-day dismissal. For all other students, breakfast is on the lunch menu.

In The Add-Ins, Dr. Farmer walks through Standard 17: Instructional Resources, showing how Berean Baptist Academy balances physical textbooks with digital tools like EBSCOHost, Grammarly Pro, and Magic School AI, always anchored in traditional practices that emphasize reading, writing, and discussion. From Moby Max for young learners to hybrid high school models, Berean’s approach is intentional, thoughtful, and Christ-centered.

This episode encourages listeners to honor the past, embrace the present, and move forward with Spirit-filled purpose.

Freedom’s Cost: Remembering Seifert, Sitton, and the Firstfruits of Resurrection

In the May 25, 2025 Memorial Day episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jackie Farmer reflects on Leviticus 23:9–14 in The Holy Spirit’s Water, drawing a connection between the Old Testament Feast of Firstfruits and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Just as Israel gave God their first and best from the harvest, Jesus became the Firstfruits of all who will rise again, reminding believers that sacrifice is not the end—but the beginning of eternal promise.

In The Grind, the community celebrates Mason (5th grade) and Mrs. Kurschner (Preschool) on their birthdays, pausing to appreciate the gift of life and growth within the school family.

In The Add-Ins, Dr. Farmer honors the lives of Captain Christopher Scott Seifert, a fellow soldier with whom he served in Germany, and Staff Sergeant Matthew Steven Sitton, a former Sunday School student and paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne. Both men gave their lives in service to our nation, and their stories anchor this episode’s call to remembrance. With over 1.3 million U.S. military deaths across history and 81,000 still missing in action, this episode challenges listeners to remember, to teach the next generation, and to live lives worthy of the freedoms we’ve inherited.

This episode is a heartfelt tribute to sacrifice, a lesson in Christian hope, and a solemn reminder that freedom always has a name.

The Passover Fulfilled: Christ, Convocation, and Christian Conduct

In the May 25, 2025, episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jackie Farmer explores Leviticus 23:4–8, explaining how the Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread shaped Jewish identity and pointed forward to Jesus Christ as the true Passover Lamb. This sacred rhythm finds its fulfillment in Resurrection Sunday, when Christ not only died but rose again as the first fruits of our salvation. Dr. Farmer draws clear connections to the New Covenant believer’s call to rest, remember, and rejoice.

In The Grind, we celebrate Mrs. Kurschner, one of our preschool assistants, on her birthday and thank her for her steady and joyful service to the youngest in our school family.

In The Add-Ins, we focus on Standard 16: Facilities and Transportation – Indicator 2, explaining how BBA ensures safe, well-managed transportation through shared stewardship with Berean Baptist Church. Policies are in place, conduct expectations are clearly defined, and transportation is treated as an extension of the school’s discipleship mission.

This episode reminds us that from sacred feasts to school buses, Christ is Lord over it all—and every detail matters when done for His glory.

Sabbath and Stewardship: Resting in Christ, Working with Care

In the May 24, 2025 episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jackie Farmer reflects on Leviticus 23:1–3 in The Holy Spirit’s Water, exploring the meaning of the Sabbath in the Old Testament, Jesus' teaching and fulfillment of it, and how New Covenant believers are called to embrace Sabbath rest—not as law, but as a lifestyle rooted in trust and worship.

In The Grind, we celebrate Danica in the 7th grade on her birthday and give thanks for the students who make Berean Baptist Academy such a joyful place to learn and grow.

In The Add-Ins, we focus on Standard 16: Facilities and Transportation – Indicator 1, explaining how BBA ensures its facilities are safe, secure, and well-maintained through scheduled walk-throughs, a preventative care plan, and summer reset efforts led by both staff and faculty. Facilities are not an afterthought—they’re part of the spiritual and academic formation happening daily.

This episode reminds us that holy rest and faithful work go hand in hand—and both reflect our calling as disciples of Christ.

Set Apart to Serve: Holiness, Humor, and Honoring Staff

In the May 23, 2025, episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jackie Farmer explores Leviticus 20:22–26 in The Holy Spirit’s Water, reflecting on the call to holiness for Israel and how that same call carries forward into the New Covenant. Holiness was connected to the land for ancient Israel—but now, through Christ, believers are being prepared for an eternal Kingdom. Peter quotes this very passage to remind Christians of their identity as a people set apart, made holy through Christ.

In The Grind, we celebrate the birthdays of Khylei (1st grade) and Torren (Kindergarten) and offer a lighthearted correction about the A/B Day exam schedule. Today is A-Day, and 7th–12th grade dismisses at 11:35 AM.

In The Add-Ins, Dr. Farmer discusses Standard 15, Indicator 2, highlighting how BBA is intentionally raising teacher compensation over the next three years to 80% of the state public school pay scale. With added benefits like group insurance, tuition discounts, paid professional development, and wellness stipends, BBA is committed to valuing and retaining the Christian educators who carry out its mission each day.

This episode challenges us to walk in holiness, embrace joy, and care deeply for the people who make ministry possible.

Guarding Holiness, Budgeting for the Mission

In the May 22, 2025 episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jackie Farmer tackles one of the most sobering sections of Scripture—Leviticus 20:10–21—where God outlines the consequences for sexual sins that destroy families and dishonor His design. Dr. Farmer explains how these commands reflect not only moral clarity, but divine wisdom that protects the people of God. He draws strong parallels to Romans 1, showing that the only hope for transformation is the cross and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

In The Grind, we celebrate TJ (12th grade) and Pastor Jonathan on their birthdays, and recognize Pastor Jonathan’s quiet, sacrificial work in the audio-visual ministry at BBA. We also provide key updates on today’s exam schedule for 7th–12th grade students.

In The Add-Ins, we examine Resource Planning – Indicator 1, where long-range budgeting meets kingdom stewardship. Dr. Farmer shares how BBA evaluates six-year enrollment trends and adjusts for spiritual and academic discernment, not just financial growth—lowering projections this year to protect the school’s mission and academic integrity.

This episode calls us to live wisely, plan faithfully, and cling tightly to the grace of Christ.

No Substitutes: Holy Living and Honest Stewardship

In the May 21, 2025, episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jackie Farmer opens The Holy Spirit’s Water with Leviticus 20:6–8, addressing the spiritual dangers of turning to mediums, necromancers, and occult practices. He explores how such practices are real, spiritually deceptive, and a direct betrayal of God's holiness—and how Jesus Christ is the full and final truth for the believer today.

In The Grind, we celebrate the lives of Jonathan (12th grade), Cristen (11th grade), Brantley (5th grade), and Athena (Kindergarten)—thanking God for each one and praying they grow in wisdom and favor with both God and man.

In The Add-Ins, Dr. Farmer breaks down Accreditation Domain Five: Resources, Standard 14 – Financial Oversight, Indicator 3. He shares how BBA conducts an annual financial review each July through an independent CPA at Bass Financial Firm. The findings are reported publicly, submitted to state agencies, and used directly in strategic planning—ensuring that every dollar serves the mission of discipling students through academic excellence.

This episode reminds us that holiness and honesty walk hand-in-hand, and both are essential for schools that seek to honor Christ.

The Children We Defend, The Budget We Steward

In the May 20, 2025, episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jackie Farmer unpacks Leviticus 20:1–5 in The Holy Spirit’s Water, confronting the horrific practice of child sacrifice to Molech and exploring its modern parallels. Dr. Farmer explains how Christ is the greater offering—sacrificed once for all—and what His finished work means for our children today. The Church must never look away when the next generation is at risk.

In The Grind, we celebrate Jordan in the 10th grade and thank the Lord for another year of growth, learning, and spiritual development in his life.

In The Add-Ins, we examine Accreditation Standard 14: Financial Oversight, Indicator 2. Dr. Farmer explains how BBA builds and monitors its budget with transparency, qualified oversight, and mission-first priorities—ensuring that every resource supports the spiritual and academic flourishing of our students.

This episode is a challenge and a charge: Honor Christ. Protect children. Steward what matters.