Andrews to graduate from Barnabas Prep in special ceremony

Sarah Andrews has the unique distinction of being the only graduate of the Barnabas Prep Class of 2026. 

Barnabas Prep, located in Branson, is a college designed for those with disabilities. Barnabas Prep partners with families who are looking for a program for adults that goes beyond the classroom and traditional academics to offer a variety of experiences that will promote social growth and independent living.

Offering both residential services and a day program, Barnabas Prep focuses on such areas as Biblical Studies, Physical Fitness, Health and Nutrition, Fine Arts, Community Integration, Independent Living Skills and Job Skills.  

Barnabas Prep helps each student complete his or her own unique journey of learning and personal development.

Barnabas Prep will celebrate the graduation of Sarah Andrews on Saturday, May 16, at the Gittinger Music Center at the College of the Ozarks.

Music for the graduation ceremony will be presented by the members of the College of the Ozarks music workstation.  

Elizabeth Haynie, the Neighbor 2 Neighbor Coordinator at Christian Action Ministries, is the commencement keynote speaker, and Jonathan Andrews will be the ceremony's parent speaker.

The Barnabas Prep Commencement Ceremony begins at 10 a.m.