Beta Academy

As part of our Decade of Color celebration, today we honor Kendra Hampton for 10 Years of Leadership.

Before there was a campus, before there were thousands of scholars, before Beta Academy became what it is today, there were a handful of people willing to sacrifice for a dream. Kendra was one of those people.

As a founding member, Kendra helped build Beta from the ground up. She was part of the team that developed our charter application, helped establish the instructional philosophy that still guides us today, and has spent the last decade developing leaders, supporting principals, and strengthening our schools.

What many people don't know is that in the earliest days, Kendra believed in the mission so deeply that she taught kindergarten for an entire year as a volunteer. She gave her time, talent, and energy because she believed our scholars deserved something extraordinary. Long before Beta had resources, Kendra invested herself in the vision.

Over the years, she has served in numerous leadership roles and helped shape the leaders who now serve throughout our organization. Her influence can be seen in classrooms, leadership teams, and campuses across Beta.

Kendra has never been motivated by recognition. She has always been motivated by purpose. Time and again, she has chosen to sacrifice for something bigger than herself.

Beta Academy would not be what it is today without her leadership, courage, and commitment.

Thank you, Kendra, for ten years of believing, building, serving, and leading.

Senior Signing Day 2026 🎉

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives for our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

🌈 As part of our Decade of Color celebration, we’re honoring Daree Whiting — 10 Years of Dedication.

For the past decade, Daree has been a steady and encouraging presence at Beta Academy. Through every season, she has consistently shown up with kindness, positivity, and a heart for scholars.

Daree is the kind of person who makes people feel seen. Whether supporting scholars, encouraging teammates, or helping create a welcoming environment on campus, she brings warmth and optimism everywhere she goes. Her impact may not always be loud, but it is deeply felt by the people around her.

Over the years, she has served faithfully in instructional support roles and as a Champions Flagship Site Director, helping care for scholars and families beyond the school day.

Her recognitions reflect the spirit she brings to Beta each day:
• The Faithful Magic Maker Award
• Encouragement in Action
• Dependable Presence
• Quiet Impact Recognition
• Legacy of Positivity
• Optimism Award
• Scholar Cheerleader
• Instructional Magic Maker

Daree, thank you for 10 years of dedication, encouragement, and care for our scholars and community. Beta is better because of your steady presence and faithful heart.

This week, our 9th grade scholars had the opportunity to learn from some incredible guest speakers in the fields of geology, engineering, and planetary science.

On Monday, petroleum geologist Jeff Lund and petroleum engineer Elizabethann de-Leon Maestas visited Beta to speak with scholars about Earth science, geology, fossils, asteroid impacts, and what it’s like to work as a geoscientist. Scholars also learned about the recent Artemis mission around the Moon and explored how geologic maps help scientists better understand our planet and beyond.

Later in the week, Jeff returned alongside Kirsten Siebach, an Assistant Professor at Rice University and self-described “Martian Geologist.” Dr. Siebach shared about her work studying Mars and her involvement with NASA’s Perseverance and Curiosity rover missions. Students got a fascinating look into planetary science, Mars exploration, and the research helping us better understand our solar system.

Thank you to our guest speakers for investing in our scholars! 🔭🧪🌎