Get to Know Our Ministry — Share a Story

Every Story Matters. Help us share the stories that bring Adventist education to life across the Northern California Conference. Share a meaningful student, family, classroom, service, or faith experience so we can tell your story accurately. The form takes about 3–5 minutes.

A Media Release Form is Required. If you do not have one, download the: NCC PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE AND CONSENT AGREEMENT.

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Contestant Information

1. Your Name *

First

Last

2. School *

3. What type of story is this? *— Select Choice —Learning — Students discovering, creating, achieving, or trying something newBelonging — Friendship, mentoring, inclusion, or a student finding their placeFaith — Spiritual growth, worship, prayer, or experiencing JesusService — Students making a difference for others or in their communityTransformation — A student or family changed because of their school experience

4. What happened? *

Briefly describe what happened. Include the activity, event, achievement, experience, or moment you want us to know about.

5. When did it happen?

6. Where did it happen? *

Location: Like the 5 th grade classroom, at a church, at a park in the community.

7. Who was involved? *

Please include full names, roles/grades, and any organizations or community partners to identify. If the names need to remain confidential, please indicate here, and we will make up names if needed to tell the story.

8. Why does this story matter? *

What difference did it make for the student, family, school, church, or community? One or two sentences is enough.

9. What changed or resulted from this experience?

Optional: Share an outcome if there is one—for example, something learned, a relationship formed, someone helped, spiritual growth, an achievement, or another measurable result.

10. Is there a quote or paraphrase of what someone said we can use?

Optional. Share a short quote or paraphrase from a student, parent, educator, volunteer, or community partner. Include the person’s full name and role.

11. Is there anything important we should know to tell this story accurately?

Names, numbers, background, context, spelling, partner organizations, or other details we should not miss. If none, write N/A.

12. Do you have photos or video?Yes — I will upload themNo

13A. Photo Submission

Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 3 files.

for Why anything

14. By submitting this story, you confirm that you have obtained all necessary permissions and releases for the use of any submitted photos, videos, and other media in print, social media, promotional videos, websites, and other communication channels. *— Select Choice —YesNoNot Sure

15. Your Email *

Only in case we need to verify a factual detail.

Your Phone

Photo Release Agreement *

• I agree to the use of my photo and release this organization from all liabilities.

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