First Baptist Academy Naples

What is First Baptist Academy?

More than classrooms.
More than athletics.
More than a campus.

These spaces tell part of the story, but what makes FBA special is the people who fill them.

Students pursuing excellence.
Teachers investing with purpose.
A community united by faith.

From the classroom to the chapel, from the arts to athletics, every part of the FBA experience is designed to help students grow academically, spiritually, and personally.

For 30 years, our mission has remained the same: equipping the next generation to impact the world for Christ.

This is FBA.
Community. Excellence. Faith.

They are the living curriculum.

Every day, our students learn from teachers and coaches who do far more than teach lessons or lead practices.

They model integrity. They encourage perseverance. They point students to Christ. They celebrate victories, walk alongside challenges, and invest in the lives of students long after the bell rings.

The influence of a great educator extends far beyond the classroom, and we are grateful for the men and women who faithfully serve, lead, and disciple the next generation at First Baptist Academy.

Thank you for helping us fulfill our mission of Serving Christ, Shaping Minds, and Sending Leaders.

Join us for Uniform Try-On Day on Tuesday, June 16, from 12:00 PM– 3:00 PM in the Commons.

This is a great opportunity to ensure your student has the correct sizing and uniform pieces before the first day of school.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Just a few favorites from this year. 🤍

The Class of 2026 leaves behind a legacy of excellence, leadership, and impact.

Over the past four years, this class has accomplished so much:

• 118 AP courses completed
• 220 Dual Enrollment courses completed
• $6,904,129 in scholarships earned
• 300 college acceptances
• 11,095.25 cumulative community service hours
• $791,120 earned through Bright Futures

Beyond the numbers, we are most proud of the character, faith, and perseverance this class has demonstrated throughout their time at First Baptist Academy.

We are excited to see how God will continue to lead and use the Class of 2026 in the years ahead. For His glory.

Today we celebrated our 5th Grade Promotion, marking the end of an important chapter and the beginning of a new one.

Over the years, these students have grown in so many ways, developing academically, building lasting friendships, discovering their strengths, and growing in their faith. We are grateful for the joy, leadership, and energy they have brought to our elementary hallways.

As they step into middle school, our prayer is that they would continue to pursue wisdom, walk confidently in who God created them to be, and shine for His glory in all they do.

Today we celebrated Kindergarten Promotion, a joyful milestone filled with smiles, songs, and sweet memories.

We are so proud of these students and all they have learned and accomplished this year. From the classroom to the playground, they have grown in confidence, curiosity, friendships, and faith.

As they head into the next chapter, our prayer is that wherever they go and whatever they do, they would love Jesus with all of their hearts. May they continue to grow, learn, and shine for His glory.

Today we celebrated our 8th Grade Promotion, a meaningful milestone as our students closed one chapter and stepped forward into the next.

We are proud of who they are becoming, growing in wisdom, maturity, and character, and learning to lead with purpose both in and beyond the classroom.

Dr. Dupeé reminded us of Luke 2:52:
“And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.”

Our prayer is that this same growth would continue in each of them as they move forward, rooted in Christ, guided by truth, and ready for all that lies ahead.

The Class of 2026 turned their tassels and stepped into the next chapter.

Through every lesson, every challenge, every prayer, and every moment in between, God has been faithful.

Now, as these graduates move forward, our prayer is that they would continue to fall deeper into His purpose — leading boldly, loving well, and living fully for Christ wherever He calls them.

Congratulations class of 2026.