BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Celebrating 50 years of BCS - Meet Mr. Hawes! 🐾

Mr. Hawes attended Bethany Christian School from 2nd through 8th grade and had the privilege of being part of the school’s second graduating class. His professional journey at BCS began in 2014, and over the years, he has served in a variety of roles, including yard aide, STEM coordinator, substitute teacher, summer camp coordinator, 6th grade teacher, vice principal, and now Head of School.

For Mr. Hawes, there is something truly special about BCS and the sense of community it fosters. It is a place where meaningful relationships are formed and friendships last a lifetime. More importantly, it is where the foundation of his faith was established. The biblical truths and real-world lessons he learned as a BCS student helped shape him into the Christian he is today. Those experiences have continued to influence his life, values, and calling.

BCS also played a significant role in leading Mr. Hawes toward a career in Christian education. Having personally experienced the lasting impact of a Christ-centered education, he understands the incredible value it brings to a child’s life. That experience inspired him to dedicate his professional career to investing in the next generation, helping students develop a strong foundation of faith, character, and knowledge that will guide them throughout their lives.

One of his favorite BCS traditions is the annual 8th grade versus staff kickball game. He remembers watching from the sidelines as a 2nd grader, enthusiastically cheering on his teacher. Years later, he had the opportunity to participate as an 8th grader, and now he gets to experience that same tradition as a staff member. For him, it is a wonderful reminder of the traditions that connect generations of BCS students and staff, creating memories that last long after graduation.

Serving as Head of School during BCS’s 50th anniversary is both an incredible blessing and a calling for Mr. Hawes. He never could have imagined that the young boy who once walked these halls as a student would one day have the privilege of leading the very school that helped shape his life. God’s plan has been greater than anything he could have envisioned, and he would not have it any other way.

As BCS looks ahead to the next 50 years, Mr. Hawes’s prayer is that the faith, relationships, and strong sense of community that have defined the school since its beginning will continue to be at the heart of its mission. His vision is for BCS to remain deeply rooted in biblical truth while continually growing and equipping students to become difference makers in their communities and beyond. He hopes BCS will continue to be a city on a hill, reflecting the light of Christ and positively impacting every student, family, and individual who becomes part of its community.

Above all, his prayer is that the legacy of BCS will not simply be measured by the years it celebrates, but by the lives transformed and the lasting impact made for Christ and His Kingdom 💙💛

On 9/23, our BCS community gathered together for “See You At The Pole,” a Global Day of Student Prayer 🙏🌎🇺🇸 Our House Captains and Junior House Captains led us as we joined students around the world in lifting up our schools, communities, and one another.

We also spent time in worship, Scripture and gathered in small prayer groups. What a meaningful way to begin the day united in faith and seeking God together 💙💛