News & Stories

“Every season looks a little different, but what doesn’t change is the opportunity for our students to grow, compete and learn from one another.” -Gary Chupp, BCS Athletic Director

Senior student Neer Goswami shares her Bethany story and reflects on the impact of generous donor support. 

Levi Miller, former Bethany principal, made a lasting impact during his brief tenure. Known for his firm leadership, quick wit, creative problem-solving, and genuine friendliness, Miller built strong connections with students while maintaining high standards of accountability. Read more to discover how his leadership shaped student life and helped establish a foundation for Bethany’s future.

We're hiring! Come be a part of a supportive community where you are valued and your work truly matters.

The historic Violett House is about to welcome its newest residents: two international high school students and their hosts.

Click for a link to the 2026-27 calendar

The 2026 outstanding service awards go to Benji Hurst for Outstanding Community Contribution and Renae Yoder for Teacher of the Year.

Celebrating another remarkable season of dedication, teamwork, and athletic excellence, we are proud to honor our student-athletes for their outstanding achievements both on and off the field during the Spring 2026 season.

BCS celebrated its 72nd commencement on Sunday, May 31, 2026, with a class of 38 students.

Congrats to Benji for being this year’s Cup of Kindness Award winner and Karla for the Art Purchase Award!

First round of plantings complete as school works toward 80+ native trees, removal of invasive species, and Goshen’s 45% canopy goal by 2045.

We are breaking ground this summer on a brand-new natural playscape designed to inspire creativity, exploration, and whole-child learning for K–8 students.

There are some mornings at Bethany that reveal the heart of our community especially well, and Grandfriends Day is one of them.

Bethany students experienced the 50th-anniversary Marine Biology trip to Long Key, Florida.

BCS alumnus Justin McNally ('06), owner of the Wakarusa Dime Store, has written Oozy, Brown and Stickier, a children's book celebrating the Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival.

Dan Shenk (’68) released the final edition of You Are More Than Your Score: On Sports and Spirituality, a book that blends his 30-year editing career with personal stories that celebrate his enduring connection to the Bethany community.

Come support our talented middle schoolers in The Willow Street Mysteries, with performances on May 1 and May 2 at 7pm.

Parents, there's an opportunity to purchase personalized advertisements in the 2025-26 yearbook to honor your graduating seniors. 

We prioritize community safety by implementing the Standard Response Protocol and are designating College Mennonite Church as its official emergency reunification site.

The Bethany Christian speech and debate team held its annual awards dinner on Monday night and noted the significant achievements of many team members.

The annual Fine Arts Night is a celebration of creativity for all of our students. 

The voucher program is part of a broader ecosystem of school choice policies aimed at expanding educational access and options for families. Other choice options in Indiana include public school open enrollment, charter schools, and alternative models such as homeschooling and microschools. For Bethany Christian School (BCS), these changes have not been abstract, they have directly shaped who we serve, how we are funded, and how we live into our mission.

Senior Eviella Sefu advanced to the national tournament following competition at the Northeast Indiana District Speech Tournament.

Congrats to seventh grader Linden Rothshank!

This year’s high school musical, The Sound of Music, will be performed over two weekends: February 26–March 1 and March 7–8, with a special fundraising opportunity.

Purchase tickets today!

Speech and debate team competed at the Indiana Schools Speech and Debate Association State Debate Championships.

District Congressional debate tournament updates

Placing seventh of more than 15 schools competing, Bethany speakers took honors last Saturday at Plymouth.

Bethany  makes it possible for our students to travel and study abroad in Paraguay

Lena Yeakey ('15) met with this year’s speech and debate team during a recent lunch visit.

Competing among 300 students from two states in five different categories, Bethany speakers performed well at Penn on Saturday. 

August 1st from 5–7pm at Signature Lanes in Elkhart

Homecoming 2025 was a weekend of alumni connections and #BruinPride.

Juniors and seniors are exploring career pathways through internships, the Elkhart Area Career Center, and work-based learning.

A Semester of Faith, Language, and Community.

Since 1955, Bethany Christian Schools has grown in both size and vision.

Jon Zehr was recently awarded the prestigious Newcomb Cleveland Prize for his groundbreaking oceanic discovery that could transform global agriculture.

Honored for leadership, creativity, and community impact

Bethany graduates earn notable academic honors and achieve academic recognition.

Donna Minter’s Lifelong Journey of Adventure, Justice, and Climate Action

Bethany’s Head of School Embarked on Sabbatical

Crafting a bike, riding with purpose, and discovering faith along the way.

A Life of Spiritual Direction and Service

Enhancing the outdoor education program by relocating the chicken coop and establishing a new orchard.

Naomi Lapp Klassen ('21) wins contest and Peace Muhagachi ('20) places second in Goshen College's annual C. Henry Smith Peace Oratorical Contest.

Simone Horst’s Chapel Presentation and Reflections on Anabaptist History

Hands-on learning through gardening, sustainable farming, and community-driven projects

Navigating challenges, embracing new experiences, and developing a deeper appreciation for global cultures.

Two miles south of Bethany is an overlooked gem of a business nestled next to a cornfield. A small, unassuming building beside a farmhouse is Chupp’s Piano Service, which was founded in 1975 by Dennis Chupp, a 1974 Bethany alum.

With the construction of a new lower school wing, Bethany is on the threshold of opening the doors this fall to our first kindergarten students and of providing dedicated classrooms for lower school students, art, and an outdoor amphitheater. Here is a recap of how Bethany made it to this point.

BCS High School teacher Josh Weaver received a Lilly Endowment grant to build a bicycle and embark on a UK cycling pilgrimage for personal renewal and classroom integration.

Verlin Miller (’64) has produced more than 300 custom doors at Notre Dame.