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Date: Saturday April 26th 2025
Time: 9am - 11am
Location: Bethesda International Academy
Come enjoy a relaxed and family-friendly morning at our Spring Playdate! This is a wonderful opportunity for prospective families to visit our campus, meet current BIA families, and connect with our staff in a casual, welcoming environment.
We’ll have coffee and donuts for parents, plenty of fun for the kids, and time to learn more about our programs from Preschool through 8th Grade. Whether you're just starting your school search or looking to feel out our community, this is a perfect first step!
Date: Friday, May 2, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Bethesda International Academy
Join us for an evening of flavor, fun, and community at BIA’s annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta! Open to current, incoming, and prospective families, this celebration is packed with:
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A professionally prepared Mexican meal
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Bingo and games for all ages
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Music, dancing, and lots of end-of-year fun
If you’re new to BIA or exploring the school, we’d love to treat you and your family to complimentary dinner—just RSVP in advance and your meal is on us!
Each plate includes:
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3 tacos (choice of steak, chicken, or pork)
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Mexican rice & Greek potatoes
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Drink (Horchata or Melon)
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Chips, salsa, and Mexican dessert
Loved one of our events and want a closer look at BIA? Or maybe you weren’t able to attend but still want to learn more? No worries! You can schedule a personal tour at a time that works for you. Come see our classrooms in action, meet our staff, and discover what makes Bethesda such a special place for your family. We’d love to show you around!
Offering an exceptional Christian education for over 70 years.
Learn More About Us
In Pre-K & Kindergarten, children are introduced to school in a fun and enriching space with teachers who truly care and spread God's love to their students everyday.
Grades 1-5 focus on the academic, emotional, physical and spiritual growth of each child. Students participate in weekly specials including music and art.
High School Prep prepares 6th-8th grade students for high school and beyond. Students receive departmentalized instruction and have the option to take advanced classes.
What do our families say about Bethesda?
The small classes have a family-like feel and have allowed for some individualized instruction. And the teachers and staff are always responsive and care deeply for the students.
Brittnay K.
The principal and staff greet students each morning as they arrive, and they know each student by name. Our child looks forward to going to school and comes home happy each day.
Elizabeth H.
My children have been coming here since preschool and they love their BIA family. We have made life-long friends at this school both kids and parents alike.
Yolanda G.
BIA is the school for you if you would like to see your child grow as a person in terms of character and academically. The staff is like an extended family that look out for your kids.
Suzanne L.
A Vibrant Student Body
Check out our afterschool athletic programs that teach children about sportsmanship, leadership, and teamwork!
Aside from athletics, Bethesda offers enriching afterschool clubs including a STEAM Club!
Our extended care program meets the needs of our busy families and provides a nurturing environment for students.
News & Events
April-May
April 2025
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Saturday April 12th, Bowling Tournament @ Diversey Bowl
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Friday April 18th, NO SCHOOL - Good Friday
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Monday April 21st, NO SCHOOL - Easter Monday
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Wednesday April 23rd, "Anxious Generation" Parent Programming - REMOTE 6:30-7:30 pm
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Saturday April 26th, Play Date 9-11am
May 2025
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Friday May 2nd, Cinco De Mayo Fiesta @ BIA Playground
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Monday May 5th, LSL Track Meet @Concordia University River Forest
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Monday May 5th-9th, Teacher Appreciation Week
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Thursday May 22nd, Preschool Graduation 6:00pm
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Friday May 23rd, Athletic Awards and Pizza 3:15pm Open Gym, 4:00pm Awards
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Monday May 26th, NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day
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Tuesday May 27th, Kindergarten Graduation 6:00pm
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Thursday May 29th, Service Day - Picnic Day
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Friday May 30th, Last Day of School 8:45am-12:00pm , Early Dismissal - NO AFTERCARE
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Friday May 30th, 8th Grade Graduation (Church) 6:00pm
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Address
6803 N Campbell Ave
Chicago, IL 60645
Contact
Hours:
Mon - Fri: 8am-5pm
Admissions and Marketing
Kaylan Acosta
Kacosta@biachicago.com
Office Administrator
Cali Noble
cnoble@biachicago.com
Principal
Mark Schaetzlein
mschaetzlein@biachicago.com
Office Number
(773)743-0800
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