11th Grandparent Day at SAA: A Kindergarten Tradition
Mr. Mike’s 11th Grandparent Day at SAA fills the campus with excitement as kindergartners welcome their grandparents into their world of learning. Laughter, storytelling, and hands-on activities create a morning of unforgettable memories. Grandparents watch in awe as their grandchildren confidently share what they know, proving just how much education has evolved. A Growing Tradition […]
Why Writing Feels Hard—and How to Master It with Mentor Texts and AI
https://youtu.be/QNohYmxAh5E?si=CAaH5h8VwpMeiYHn Why Students Struggle with Writing—And How to Fix It At Sacramento Adventist Academy, students recently had the privilege of attending an insightful lecture by Dr. Peñaflorida, PhD from Pacific Union College. As an expert in literacy and writing instruction, Dr. Peñaflorida shared valuable perspectives on the challenges and misconceptions surrounding student writing, offering strategies […]
SAA Successfully Completes 2025 WASC Self-Study
CARMICHAEL, CA – Sacramento Adventist Academy (SAA) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its 2025 WASC self-study, a comprehensive, eight-month review process that reinforces the school’s commitment to continuous growth and academic excellence. Accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) is a rigorous and ongoing process, ensuring that institutions meet […]
High School Visitation Day 2025
Swing by for SAA’s High School Visitation Day! Hey, 8th to 11th graders! Thinking about where to spend your high school years? How about checking out Sacramento Adventist Academy? Join us on Thursday, March 6, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and see what we’re all about. Here’s what’s on the agenda for the […]
Bel Canto Invited to Carnegie Hall: A Dream Come True
https://youtu.be/6z5y3h-6W6g It’s not every day that a high school choir gets invited to perform at Carnegie Hall, but that’s exactly what’s happening for Sacramento Adventist Academy’s select choir, Bel Canto, this spring! Following their remarkable success at a 2024 spring choir competition—where they wowed judges and earned multiple awards against larger schools—Bel Canto’s talent caught […]
Merry Christmas from Principal Matthew Jakobsons
https://youtu.be/q0adWrASjX0?si=njtuOFipCfhnsg0g Four Things I’m Grateful For This Christmas 1. Hope Amid Chaos The world around us can feel overwhelming at times. Between conflict, division, and uncertainty, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most. But at SAA, we hold onto hope—a specific, unwavering hope in our Savior. This hope reminds us that today’s struggles […]
Why SAA Offers Open Enrollment for AP Courses
At Sacramento Adventist Academy, we believe that every student should have the opportunity to challenge themselves academically, explore their potential, and grow in confidence. That’s why we proudly offer open enrollment for AP courses—a unique approach that allows all students, not just a select few, to access college-level learning. But why is open enrollment so […]
SAA is a Platinum Level AP School: What does that mean?
We’re proud at SAA to be recognized as a Platinum Level AP School, an honor that reflects over 25 years of dedication to academic excellence. This prestigious designation is awarded to a select group of schools by the College Board, and it places SAA among the top tier of Advanced Placement (AP) programs in the […]
AP Courses vs. Dual Credit: Why AP Classes Shine at SAA
AP Courses vs. Dual Credit? This is the question when it comes to preparing for college. At Sacramento Adventist Academy (SAA), we take pride in offering a robust Advanced Placement (AP) program, designed to help students excel academically and earn valuable college credits. SAA is recognized as a Platinum Level AP School, the highest distinction […]
Who You Are in Christ: Embracing Your True Identity
https://youtu.be/fcmZ0yFtYDU?si=mmits1vHJ0vbxkpf At Sacramento Adventist Academy, the Fall Week of Prayer is a special time of reflection and spiritual growth. This year, the theme was “Who You Are,” which encouraged us to think deeply about our identity in Christ. Pastor Kevin Galeano from the Oceanside Seventh-day Adventist Church delivered a powerful message that helped us see […]
