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Our Story
“Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire.” – William Butler Yeates
It all started with a few parents, a two-room office, and seven students. Our founder, Kelly Oliver, a teacher, believed in a unique, personalized way to educate children. She aimed to connect children more meaningfully with the world. Her passion led to the creation of Benedict Day School, where children blossomed and discovered a love for learning. Founded in 2008, the school used conceptual units for dynamic learning. Unlike other schools that taught Egypt through textbooks, Benedict Day School mummified chickens. Now, with over 200 students, our school continues to grow.
Our Story
“Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire.” – William Butler Yeates
It all started with a few parents, a two-room office building, and seven students. Our founder, Kelly Oliver, a teacher herself, felt that there was a special, individualized way to educate children. She wanted to connect children to the world around them in a deeper, more meaningful way and with great purpose. With her passion for education, Kelly’s instinct was reinforced with the creation of Benedict Day School as she saw children blossom into their potential and discover true love and passion for learning.
In 2008, Benedict Day School was established with an educational foundation built on conceptual units to allow for a dynamic learning experience. When other schools taught about Egypt from textbooks and movies, Benedict Day School mummified chickens. Less than fifteen years later, BDS has more than 200 students and is growing each year.
Benedict Day School is a Christian, student-centered program that provides a learning environment to stimulate creative thinking, academic excellence, and a lifelong desire to learn.
Benedict Day School is a Christian, student-centered program that provides a dynamic learning environment to stimulate creative thinking, academic excellence, and a lifelong desire to learn.
How We Learn
Our ultimate purpose is to provide an atmosphere that fosters success at the highest level for students who are driven to learn. The environment at BDS not only facilitates intellectual growth, it also inspires our students to be lifelong learners with a passion for knowledge.
Hands-On
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Oriented
Individualized Learning
Collaborative Environment
Our Community
What’s Happening at Benedict Day School
- May 13, 2026
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BDS SPIRIT WEAR
May 13, 2026
Show your BDS Pride! Students may wear any BDS t-shirt dating back to 2008 with PE appropriate bottoms.
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BDS Board of Trustees Meeting
May 13, 2026 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Jay Antinnes
Anna Laura Brett, Secretary
David Oliver, Treasurer
Kelly Oliver, Board Chair
Laura Parish
Ben Pierce
Ron Savell
Ben Snow
Joseph Thrash
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- May 14, 2026
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BDS SPIRIT WEAR
May 14, 2026
Show your BDS Pride! Students may wear any BDS t-shirt dating back to 2008 with PE appropriate bottoms.
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- May 15, 2026
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BDS SPIRIT WEAR
May 15, 2026
Show your BDS Pride! Students may wear any BDS t-shirt dating back to 2008 with PE appropriate bottoms.
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- May 16, 2026
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BDS Used Uniform Drop-Off
May 16, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Flex SpaceDrop off from 2:00-4:00pm.
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- May 17, 2026
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- May 18, 2026
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BDS SPIRIT WEAR
May 18, 2026
Show your BDS Pride! Students may wear any BDS t-shirt dating back to 2008 with PE appropriate bottoms.
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BDS Used Uniform Sale
May 18, 2026
BDS Flex SpaceSale will be from 7:45-8:45am and 2:00-3:00pm in the Flex Space.
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- May 19, 2026
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BDS SPIRIT WEAR
May 19, 2026
Show your BDS Pride! Students may wear any BDS t-shirt dating back to 2008 with PE appropriate bottoms.
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- May 20, 2026
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BDS SPIRIT WEAR
May 20, 2026
Show your BDS Pride! Students may wear any BDS t-shirt dating back to 2008 with PE appropriate bottoms.
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Final Performance Practice at TBC
May 20, 2026 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Temple Baptist ChurchStudents will be dropped off at TBC for practice and be dismissed from TBC.
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BDS Dance Team Choreography
May 20, 2026 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Dance South, 6555 US-98 #16, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
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- May 21, 2026
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BDS SPIRIT WEAR
May 21, 2026
Show your BDS Pride! Students may wear any BDS t-shirt dating back to 2008 with PE appropriate bottoms.
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- May 22, 2026
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- June 1, 2026
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Culinary Camp (K-3rd grade)
June 1, 2026 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Get ready for a delicious summer at Culinary Camp! Students will explore the basics of cooking through hands-on practice and fun recipes. Campers will learn important kitchen skills, how to safely and confidently work in the kitchen, and how to follow recipes step by step.
Throughout the week, we will prepare a variety of dishes, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. The cost of camp includes all food and supplies, as well as each camper’s very own apron to use and take home. It is the perfect camp for young cooks who want to learn, create, and enjoy great food.
The camp will be led by Kade Matthews.
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Soccer Camp (K-4th grade)
June 1, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get ready to hit the field for a fun and active week of soccer! Campers will work on developing fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through engaging drills and games.
This camp is designed to introduce and build confidence in younger players while keeping the focus on fun, movement, and learning the game in a supportive environment. Players of all skill levels are welcome. It is also a great opportunity for rising kindergarten students to meet and get to know their classmates in a relaxed setting before the school year begins. Many families have shared that this experience helps make the first day and first week of school feel much more comfortable and familiar.
The camp will be led by Alex Mallion.
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- June 2, 2026
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Culinary Camp (K-3rd grade)
June 2, 2026 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Get ready for a delicious summer at Culinary Camp! Students will explore the basics of cooking through hands-on practice and fun recipes. Campers will learn important kitchen skills, how to safely and confidently work in the kitchen, and how to follow recipes step by step.
Throughout the week, we will prepare a variety of dishes, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. The cost of camp includes all food and supplies, as well as each camper’s very own apron to use and take home. It is the perfect camp for young cooks who want to learn, create, and enjoy great food.
The camp will be led by Kade Matthews.
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Soccer Camp (K-4th grade)
June 2, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get ready to hit the field for a fun and active week of soccer! Campers will work on developing fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through engaging drills and games.
This camp is designed to introduce and build confidence in younger players while keeping the focus on fun, movement, and learning the game in a supportive environment. Players of all skill levels are welcome. It is also a great opportunity for rising kindergarten students to meet and get to know their classmates in a relaxed setting before the school year begins. Many families have shared that this experience helps make the first day and first week of school feel much more comfortable and familiar.
The camp will be led by Alex Mallion.
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- June 3, 2026
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Culinary Camp (K-3rd grade)
June 3, 2026 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Get ready for a delicious summer at Culinary Camp! Students will explore the basics of cooking through hands-on practice and fun recipes. Campers will learn important kitchen skills, how to safely and confidently work in the kitchen, and how to follow recipes step by step.
Throughout the week, we will prepare a variety of dishes, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. The cost of camp includes all food and supplies, as well as each camper’s very own apron to use and take home. It is the perfect camp for young cooks who want to learn, create, and enjoy great food.
The camp will be led by Kade Matthews.
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Soccer Camp (K-4th grade)
June 3, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get ready to hit the field for a fun and active week of soccer! Campers will work on developing fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through engaging drills and games.
This camp is designed to introduce and build confidence in younger players while keeping the focus on fun, movement, and learning the game in a supportive environment. Players of all skill levels are welcome. It is also a great opportunity for rising kindergarten students to meet and get to know their classmates in a relaxed setting before the school year begins. Many families have shared that this experience helps make the first day and first week of school feel much more comfortable and familiar.
The camp will be led by Alex Mallion.
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- June 4, 2026
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Culinary Camp (K-3rd grade)
June 4, 2026 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Get ready for a delicious summer at Culinary Camp! Students will explore the basics of cooking through hands-on practice and fun recipes. Campers will learn important kitchen skills, how to safely and confidently work in the kitchen, and how to follow recipes step by step.
Throughout the week, we will prepare a variety of dishes, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. The cost of camp includes all food and supplies, as well as each camper’s very own apron to use and take home. It is the perfect camp for young cooks who want to learn, create, and enjoy great food.
The camp will be led by Kade Matthews.
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Soccer Camp (K-4th grade)
June 4, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get ready to hit the field for a fun and active week of soccer! Campers will work on developing fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through engaging drills and games.
This camp is designed to introduce and build confidence in younger players while keeping the focus on fun, movement, and learning the game in a supportive environment. Players of all skill levels are welcome. It is also a great opportunity for rising kindergarten students to meet and get to know their classmates in a relaxed setting before the school year begins. Many families have shared that this experience helps make the first day and first week of school feel much more comfortable and familiar.
The camp will be led by Alex Mallion.
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- June 5, 2026
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- June 8, 2026
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Soccer Camp (5th-8th grade)
June 8, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get ready to hit the field for a fun and active week of soccer! Campers will work on developing fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through engaging drills and games.
This camp is perfect for players of all skill levels who want to improve their game while having fun with friends. It also serves as a great preseason opportunity for the BDS soccer season, helping players build skills, conditioning, and confidence before the year begins.
The camp will be led by Alex Mallion.
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- June 9, 2026
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Soccer Camp (5th-8th grade)
June 9, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get ready to hit the field for a fun and active week of soccer! Campers will work on developing fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through engaging drills and games.
This camp is perfect for players of all skill levels who want to improve their game while having fun with friends. It also serves as a great preseason opportunity for the BDS soccer season, helping players build skills, conditioning, and confidence before the year begins.
The camp will be led by Alex Mallion.
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- June 10, 2026
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Soccer Camp (5th-8th grade)
June 10, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get ready to hit the field for a fun and active week of soccer! Campers will work on developing fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through engaging drills and games.
This camp is perfect for players of all skill levels who want to improve their game while having fun with friends. It also serves as a great preseason opportunity for the BDS soccer season, helping players build skills, conditioning, and confidence before the year begins.
The camp will be led by Alex Mallion.
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Stitch & Style Camp
June 10, 2026 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Stitch & Style Camp is a fun, hands-on experience where students will learn basic needlepoint skills while creating cute, personalized projects each day. Campers will follow guided designs, choose their own colors and styles, and leave with finished pieces they’re proud to show off!
The camp will be led by Bethany Warren.
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- June 11, 2026
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Soccer Camp (5th-8th grade)
June 11, 2026 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Get ready to hit the field for a fun and active week of soccer! Campers will work on developing fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through engaging drills and games.
This camp is perfect for players of all skill levels who want to improve their game while having fun with friends. It also serves as a great preseason opportunity for the BDS soccer season, helping players build skills, conditioning, and confidence before the year begins.
The camp will be led by Alex Mallion.
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Stitch & Style Camp
June 11, 2026 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Stitch & Style Camp is a fun, hands-on experience where students will learn basic needlepoint skills while creating cute, personalized projects each day. Campers will follow guided designs, choose their own colors and styles, and leave with finished pieces they’re proud to show off!
The camp will be led by Bethany Warren.
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