School of the Ozarks holds its Commencement Ceremony at Williams Memorial Chapel on Saturday, May 10, celebrating the graduation of 26 seniors.

School of the Ozarks held its Commencement Ceremony at Williams Memorial Chapel on Saturday, May 10, celebrating the graduation of 26 seniors. Of the graduating class, 17 students committed to furthering their education at College of the Ozarks.

“This is the 13^th commencement since School of the Ozarks reopened,” said Dr. Brad Dolloff, dean of School of the Ozarks. “The Class of 2025 set a goal of being known for their willingness to serve. They have definitely achieved that goal. It is fitting that as graduates of a classical Christian school, they would rise to the challenge of Jesus who said, ‘Whoever would be great among you must be your servant…’ (Matthew 20:26).”

Andrew Pyatt, humanities instructor and alumnus of School of the Ozarks, addresses audience as this year’s commencement speaker. Pyatt reflects the School’s mission to raise up servant-leaders who return to pour into the next generation.

Andrew Pyatt, humanities instructor and alumnus of School of the Ozarks, was this year’s commencement speaker. Pyatt holds the distinction of being the first graduate of School of the Ozarks to return as a full-time instructor. His selection as this year’s speaker reflects the School’s mission to raise up servant-leaders who return to pour into the next generation.

“Having Mr. Pyatt as our speaker is a powerful reminder of how the seeds planted at School of the Ozarks can bear fruit in service and leadership,” Dolloff said. “His example is a testament to the lasting impact of classical Christian education.”

The Class of 2025 carries forward the School’s mission to develop citizens of Christlike character who are well-educated, hardworking, and patriotic. Through their commitment to service and excellence, these graduates have made a lasting mark on the School and in the community.

The Class of 2025 carries forward the School’s mission to develop citizens of Christlike character who are well-educated, hardworking, and patriotic. Through their commitment to service and excellence, these graduates have made a lasting mark on the School and in the community.

The vision of School of the Ozarks mirrors that of College of the Ozarks: to develop citizens of Christlike character who are well-educated, hardworking, and patriotic. The curriculum of the School is designed as a classical Christian model and emphasizes the importance of Christlike character and a biblical worldview in understanding truth. School of the Ozarks has been re-established and operates as a department of College of the Ozarks under the direction of The Keeter Center for Character Education.

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