From Suakoko to the Nation: Calvary Baptist Church School System Lighting the Path of Education and Faith
Discover how the Calvary Baptist Church School System in Suakoko and Monrovia shapes disciplined, faith-driven leaders through excellence in education.”
Odarty Blackie
Suakoko, Bong County: The Calvary Baptist Church School System in Suakoko District, Bong County (CBCSS), stands today as one of Liberia’s most respected Christian educational institutions, a system built on faith, discipline, and academic excellence, with campuses serving students in both Monrovia and Bong County.
The school was founded in 1964 by Mid-Baptist missionaries, about two years after the church was established.
After the Liberian civil war ended in 2003, the Suakoko campus was reopened around 2003--2004 as schools and institutions across the country began rebuilding.
Resilient Beginnings and Growth
Emerging from the devastation of Liberia’s 14-year civil conflict, the Calvary Baptist Mission High School in Suakoko District, Bong County, was reopened shortly after the war as a symbol of hope and renewal.
The school is situated on 150 acres of land that was donated to the church in the late 1980s, following the departure of foreign missionaries. Since then, it has grown into one of Bong County’s most prestigious schools, recognized for its discipline, academic rigor, and moral foundation.
The Pipeline Extension Campus, established over three years ago, and the Todee Kindergarten, launched during the most recent academic year, demonstrate the institution’s continued expansion and unwavering commitment to providing quality Christian education across Liberia.
Mission and Vision
The mission of the Calvary Baptist Church School System in Suakoko is “to inspire excellence in each student by providing a safe and supportive environment that utilizes all church, school, and community resources, thereby enhancing each individual’s ability to positively impact society.”
This mission underscores the school’s long-standing goal of blending academic achievement with moral integrity and community service, shaping students not only to succeed in life but also to lead with compassion and faith.
Leadership and Administration
The current principal of the Calvary Baptist Church School System is Rev. Cliton Nuahn, who succeeded Mr. Sunny Mulbah. Under Rev. Nuahn’s leadership, the institution continues to strengthen its academic and spiritual foundation while maintaining its reputation for excellence and discipline.
The Bong County Mission Campus operates under the supervision of the Monrovia headquarters, ensuring consistent academic standards and unified Christian values across all campuses.
Academic Excellence and Infrastructure Development
The Monrovia campus, located at 76VH+FJ9, Barclay Avenue, Sinkor, Montserrado County, has been upgrading its facilities to meet modern educational standards.
Barclay Avenue, Fiamah Sinkor, Campus
In April 2022, the Monrovia branch dedicated its first computer laboratory, housing around 39 desktop computers, along with a science laboratory for biology, chemistry, and physics.
During the dedication, then-principal Dorothy B. Saikay stated that the facilities were designed to help students excel in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
Board Chairperson Mr. Saye Magbinne disclosed that the project cost more than USD $5,000, emphasizing the importance of computer literacy and hands-on science training in today’s global learning environment.
Raising tomorrow’s Leaders
In 2024, 14-year-old Marcus G. Galayenneh, a student of the Calvary Baptist Church School System, made national headlines as Liberia’s youngest high school graduate.
Marcus expressed his ambition to become a medical doctor, citing Biology as his favorite subject—a testament to the school’s emphasis on academic discipline and nurturing individual potential.
Faith Beyond the Classroom
Since 1995, Calvary Baptist Church has extended its impact beyond education through its weekly radio ministry, “The Voice of Calvary.”
This 30-minute gospel program, aired on ELWA Radio and Radio Liberty, costs the church USD $150 monthly and continues to share the message of Christ with listeners nationwide reinforcing the church’s dual mission of education and evangelism.
Engaging the Youth: Padmore Foundation Tournament
In October 2025, the Padmore Foundation climaxed a successful five-day “Back to School” Tournament in Suakoko District, featuring 11 senior high schools competing in football, kickball, and quizzing under the theme “Say No to Drugs.”
Participating schools included:
• Calvary Baptist Church School System
• Suakoko Central High School
• Cuttington Campus School
• Phebe Community Lutheran High School
• Christ’s Mission
• David Fejue Public School
• New Life Foundation School of Bethel
• Tal Roberts Memorial Academy
• Hannah S. Bardah Memorial School of Excellence
Cuttington Campus School emerged as the overall winner in both football and quizzing, claiming two giant trophies and $LD70,000 in cash prizes.
The Calvary Baptist Church School System performed strongly, advancing to the quizzing finals, reaffirming its academic competitiveness and school pride.
The tournament was organized by the Suakoko District Students Association (SUASA), led by Mr. Joseph Fayiah, and sponsored by Padmore Foundation CEO Mr. Victor N. Padmore and Mrs. Sonie Padmore.
A Beacon of Discipline and Christian Values
Across Liberia, the Calvary Baptist Church School System continues to uphold its identity as a faith-based institution producing disciplined, morally upright, and academically sound graduates.
Its presence in both Monrovia and Bong County reflects a unified vision to educate minds, strengthen faith, and transform lives for the good of society and the glory of God.
Institution: Calvary Baptist Church School System (CBCSS)
Principal: Rev. Cliton Nuahn
Former Principal: Mr. Sunny Mulbah
Board Chairperson: Mr. Saye Magbinne
Monrovia Campus: Barclay Avenue, Sinkor, Montserrado County
Mission Campus: Suakoko District, Bong County
Owners: Calvary Baptist Church of Liberia
Motto: “Training Minds, Transforming Lives, and Impacting the Nation for Christ.”
