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Come Celebrate Mr. Kooy! May 4, 2pm at PAA
Retirement Reception Saturday May 4, 2:00pm at Portland Adventist Academy 1500 SE 96th Ave Portland,OR 97216 For over 30 years, Mr....
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Apr 12, 20191 min read


Fernanda’s World Is Her Mission Field
Fernanda’s world is her mission field. For this, PAA teachers and the NPUC conference affirm her spirit of compassion with a Caring Heart...
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Jul 9, 20182 min read


PAA Alumnus, Dr. Terry Johnsson Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award
As a child, little Terry was in and out of many schools and told he would likely never succeed. He had severe dyslexia and attention...
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Jan 19, 20181 min read


Goodnight, Larry Caudell
Larry Caudell, was our previous plant services director for 15 years. He loved PAA! Our hearts are heavy as we share that long time...
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Oct 10, 20174 min read


Principal Search Update: Jason Bibb Named Interim Principal
The board is pleased to announce that Jason Bibb has agreed to serve as PAA’s interim principal for the 2017-18 school year, recognizing...
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Aug 24, 20171 min read


Thelma Winter – a Life Sketch
by Tracy Harder, granddaughter and PAA’s 1979 Class President Young Thelma Hoping to make it to her Mom’s place in Minnesota, Emily and...
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Jul 31, 20174 min read


PAA / PUA Remembers Mrs. Winter
Thelma Winter, August, 1915 – July 2017 Thelma Winter, a beloved Portland (Union) Adventist Academy teacher for 31 years and a pillar in...
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Jul 27, 20172 min read


Mrs. Winter Remembers PUA / PAA
Thelma Winter’s words ring in our hearts. She was a PUA and PAA teacher for 31 years. Even as she approached her 102nd birthday this...
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Jul 7, 20176 min read


Farewell
Portland Adventist Academy recently said goodbye to five incredible staff members. Each of their contributions at PAA have been a gift to...
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Jun 16, 20172 min read


Hello, Mrs. Weinstein
Mrs. Weinstein is a professional photographer who graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design and whose work as a magazine and...
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Jan 26, 20173 min read


Welcome Mr. Erik Peterson to the PAA Music Department
Peterson earned his music degree from Warner Pacific University while continuing to seek mentorship from Ellis before his death last...
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Aug 26, 20161 min read


Pastor Parris to Principal Parris
Sheldon’s eventual return to PAA is a surprising story that reminds us of God’s mysterious work both at PAA and in the lives of our...
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Jun 16, 20162 min read


Welcome Principal Parris!
This week, principal Nicola introduced our soon-to-be new principal to our excited student body. We are grateful God has led us to Mr....
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May 13, 20161 min read


Profe Named COFTL Honor Roll Teacher
The COFTL Board annually recognizes one K-12 language teacher who has made significant accomplishments and contributions to language...
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May 4, 20162 min read


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Mar 17, 20160 min read


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Dec 17, 20150 min read


PAA’s Music Department Presents the Annual Christmas Concert
he Christ born babe was born for us and every year PAA makes music to celebrate this gift! Join us for our annual Christmas concert on...
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Dec 9, 20151 min read


Just in Time for Christmas!
We’ve got an incredible assortment of PAA logo wear available to personalize. Check it out by clicking here!
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Dec 4, 20151 min read


Climbing Improves Confidence
“My enjoyment of this is greater than my fear,” says Will Howard. You’d never guess that Will Howard has a fear of heights. He scampers...
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Dec 3, 20152 min read


Celebrate the Champions!
It was a dramatic finish! PAA was tied with OES with just four minutes left in the game. That’s when Luke Janta kicked the ball to Derek...
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Nov 15, 20151 min read
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