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A city on a hillside,
A beacon in the night
Now stands our alma mater –
Proclaiming truth and right.
Depending on the promises
of Jesus Christ, the Son,
In whom our faith is anchored,
In whom the victory’s won.
His Word of hope now hidden
Securely in our hearts.
Though years of change may threaten,
His Word will not depart.
As workmen who have studied
And need not be ashamed,
Prepared as Christian leaders
We’re trusting in His name.
His character and wisdom –
The hallmark of our creed
Accepting our commission
To serve all those in need.
Together lift your voices
And sing in one accord,
Of this alma mater –
The mission of our Lord.
The First Academy is a Christ-centered, college preparatory school whose mission is to prepare children for life as Christian leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, service before self, and participation as a way of life.
