A simple sip of strawberry Kool-Aid conjures up cherished memories for Dawn Reed. She recalls days at Belfry Baptist Church in the early 1970s, when Vacation Bible School snacks brought her community together on a humble creek bank.

As the school year concludes, churches across the Valley are preparing to welcome children to engaging and themed vacation Bible schools. These weeklong programs offer creativity, excitement, and opportunities for spiritual growth to both volunteers and participants alike.