About Us
A community built on faith and purpose
Since 2006, families have found belonging here. Meet the people, the values, and the story behind Valley of Peace SDA Academy.
To educate is to redeem
Mission
To provide well-rounded education which develops the students for productive citizenship on earth and in heaven.
Vision
Valley of Peace Seventh-day Adventist will be recognized in the country of Belize as a high school that nurtures intellectual vitality — one where lives are transformed through holistic education, and the student is nurtured one at a time to become responsible members of the community and country.
Who We Are
Nurturing minds, building character
Valley of Peace SDA Academy exists to provide Christ-centered education that develops the whole student — intellectually, spiritually, physically, and socially. We partner with families to prepare students for a life of purpose, service, and leadership.
What We Stand For
The values that guide us
Everything we do flows from who we are. These four commitments shape every classroom, hallway, and conversation.
Christ at the Center
Every subject is taught through the lens of a loving God. Spiritual growth is not an add-on, it is the foundation.
Academic Rigor
We hold students to high standards because we believe every child is capable of greatness. Curriculum that challenges and inspires.
Known and Loved
Small classes mean every student is known by name. Teachers walk alongside each child's growth, not just their grades.
Family Partnership
Education is a three-way covenant between school, student, and home. We grow together.
Our Story
Two decades of small beginnings and steady growth
The village of Valley of Peace was founded in 1982, and in 2006 the academy opened as its first high school. Our history is marked not by chance but by purpose — each milestone brought more families, more opportunities, and a deepening commitment to faith and learning.
“We like to say VOPA is a school where your child is known. Not a number, not a statistic, but a beloved child of God with boundless potential.”
A Community Is Born
The village of Valley of Peace is founded in the Cayo District. Students seeking a secondary education must travel to Belmopan — a journey once made by tractor-pulled cart.
School Founded
Valley of Peace SDA Academy opens as the community's first and only high school, bringing secondary education home to Valley of Peace families.
Free Tuition for All
The academy joins Belize's Education Upliftment Project — tuition is waived and every student receives uniforms and a free daily lunch.
Come see what a VOPA education feels like
The best way to understand our community is to experience it. Schedule a campus visit and meet us in person.