Business Professionals of America (BPA) provides students with exceptional opportunities to understand the business world and prepare them for college and beyond. With a membership of more than 40 students, the New Braunfels Christian Academy has two chapters that work together under the careful guidance of their faculty advisor. 

BPA students compete successfully alongside public and private schools of all sizes and in various events including global marketing, financial analysis, small business and management presentation. Several Christian Academy teams and individuals have advanced to state and national competitions. In fact, in 2008-2009, our global marketing team placed first at national, and also received the benefit that all national competition participants enjoy – attendance at leadership seminars and an internship for the week of the BPA National Leadership Conference. 

While we are the only Christian school with a membership in the national BPA organization, our students consistently hold positions of leadership at the regional, state and national level. For the fourth consecutive year, Christian Academy students hold two of the top three state officer positions - Secretary and Vice President, and the top spot as Regional President. Officers also attend an intensive, week-long summer training in preparation for leadership.

BPA students learn much more than a specific body of knowledge. They learn how to dress appropriately for business situations, maintain poise under pressure, exemplify leadership skills and proper etiquette, and work together to accomplish goals.

For more information, contact:

Kay Franklin, BPA Faculty Advisor