What was Boggs Academy?

Boggs Academy was a prestigious African American boarding school in Keysville, Georgia, founded in 1906 by the United Presbyterian Church. It provided quality education to Black students for nearly 80 years until 1985.

BANAA (Boggs Academy National Alumni Association) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the legacy of Boggs Academy through scholarships, reunions, and heritage preservation efforts.

How can I join BANAA?

Membership is open to Boggs Academy alumni, their descendants, and friends who wish to support our mission. Visit our membership page to learn about joining.

Does BANAA offer scholarships?

Yes, BANAA awards scholarships to deserving students pursuing higher education, continuing the academy's commitment to educational excellence.

When is the annual reunion?

BANAA hosts an annual reunion each year bringing together alumni and their families. Visit our reunion page for current event details and registration.

How can I become a member?

You can become a member by visiting our membership page and selecting your membership type: Alumni ($50 annually), Associates ($25 annually), or Descendants ($25 annually).

Welcome to BANAA

The Boggs Academy National Alumni Association

The Boggs Academy National Alumni Association (BANAA) exists to honor the rich legacy of Boggs Academy and to carry forward its values of academic excellence, leadership, faith, and community. BANAA serves as a hub for alumni, families, and friends to stay connected, to celebrate our shared history, and to support the educational success of future generations.

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Our Mission

To focus on preserving and advancing the rich legacy of Boggs Academy and maintain beneficial relationships between its alumni and communities at-large. To improve educational opportunities of our descendants by offering scholarship opportunities to graduating high school seniors and college students.

Our Vision

BANAA envisions a thriving community of alumni and supporters who carry forward the values of Boggs Academy—faith, knowledge, leadership, and service—ensuring that its legacy continues to inspire excellence for generations to come.

Our Purpose

Celebrate Legacy – Honor the history and traditions of Boggs Academy.
Build Community – Foster meaningful connections among alumni, families, and friends.
Support Education – Provide resources and scholarships that uplift young learners.
Inspire Service – Encourage members to lead and serve in their communities with the same spirit instilled at Boggs.

About BANAA

BANAA exists to honor and preserve the legacy of Boggs Academy and to keep alive the values of education, faith, leadership, and community service that shaped generations of students.

Founded by dedicated alumni and friends, BANAA provides a platform to reconnect, support one another, and extend the spirit of Boggs into the future. Through reunions, scholarships, community initiatives, and historical preservation, BANAA strengthens the bonds between alumni while sharing the enduring story of Boggs Academy with the world.

Stay Connected

We welcome all alumni, families, and friends to stay connected, get involved, and continue building on the proud legacy of Boggs Academy.

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