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. It is a church school, and enrolls grades K4 through 12th Grade. The school's mascot is the falcon, and its school colors are maroon and gray. Faith Baptist School is a member school of the Maryland Association of Christian Schools and the American Association of Christian Schools.

History

"Faith Baptist School opened its doors in 1983 with 17 students. Kindergarten through sixth grade were the first grades offered. The school's first administrator, Mark Jago, along with Mrs. Martha Wood, and Mrs. Kim Sterling made up the school's original faculty. Mr. Jago was responsible for choosing the Falcon as the school's mascot as well as the grey and maroon color scheme. In the school's second year its student population doubled. Each successive year following its inception, the school would add a new grade until it reached the full complement it retains today." (written by Chris VanBuskirk) Historically, FBS students have participated in the community around them, such as local contests, Handbell and Choir Concerts, and other volunteer opportunities. A recent fourth grader placed first in the region for her essay in the Maryland Municipal League "If I Were Mayor" Essay Contest.

Current administration

* Faith Baptist School Board - Deacon Board of Faith Baptist Church and appointed additional members * School President - Pastor Robert Reinert * Administrator - Mr. Matthew George

Membership

* American Association of Christian Schools

Affordability

Faith Baptist School, according to The Manna, March 2014, is the most affordable PreK-12th institution in Salisbury.

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