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Telling the story of Cascade Christian Schools, where we're dedicated to developing discrening leaders. 2010-11 Issue 1
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Telling the story of Cascade Christian Schools where we’re dedicated to developing discerning leaders...
2010-2011
Don JohnsonSuperintendent of Schools
Tim Kleefeld, CPADirector of Business and Finance
Gail MehrerDirector of Early Learning
Rob MittonDirector of Development
Naomi WarrenDirector of Admissions
Glenna Frederick, Ed.DDirector of Student Learning
Susan PierceDirector of Marketing and Communications
JUNIOR HIGH & HIGH SCHOOL
Administrative Team:Terry BrobergSuzanne Keil
Dave PetersonKeith Patefi eld
FREDERICKSON ELEMENTARY
Mary Severeid, Principal
PUYALLUP ELEMENTARY
Joyce Blum, Principal
TACOMA ELEMENTARY
Bonita Cheshier, Principal
FREDERICKSON & TACOMA ELCKaren Curtiss, Director
PUYALLUP ELC
Ruth Williams, Director
The Chronicle is a publication of Cascade Christian Schools, an interdenominational school district in Pierce County, Washington.
For more information aboutCascade Christian Schools, go towww.cascadechristian.org, or call the District Offi ce at 253-841-1776.
For Development/Business Partner information ask for Rob Mitton; for Admissions information ask for Naomi Warren; ask for Susan Pierce if you have story ideas for the Chronicle.
Cascade ChronicleThe
On the Cover: Cougar Football celebrates winning the State Championship. Photo by Stuart Rich.
Inside Connections...
Cascade Christian Schools Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to StudentsCascade Christian Schools admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
The support of a community...Page 6
High school students attend “Driven” Conference...Page 11
Alumni Updates...Page 13
Our Core Purpose:Transforming cultures
through teaching and trainingpeople in their purpose
before God.
Our Mission:To glorify God by providing quality,
Christ-centered educationdedicated to developing
discerning leaders who arespiritually, personally, andacademically prepared to
impact their world.
O C
Where we are:www.cascadechristian.org
District Offi ce815 21st Street SEPuyallup, WA 98372
253-841-1776• • •
Junior High and High School811 21st Street SEPuyallup, WA 98372
253-445-9706• • •
Puyallup Elementary601 9th Avenue SEPuyallup, WA 98372
253-841-2091• • •
Puyallup Early Learning Center1818 S Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371253-848-7165
• • •Frederickson Elementary and ELC
3425 176th Street ETacoma, WA 98445
253-537-9339 Elementary253-537-5195 ELC
• • •Tacoma Elementary and ELC
1819 E 72nd StreetTacoma, WA 98404
253-473-0590
2010-2011 Spiritual Theme:
IMPACT: Living on Purpose Choosing God’s Way
Dear CCS Family and Friends,
Living on Purpose: Choosing God’s Way. That’s what
we aim to learn and do during the 2010-2011 school year!
From the board room to the classroom, we are modeling
a learner-focused environment that seeks to align, in all
we think, say, and do, with our Guiding Principles and with God’s Word, on which those
Principles are founded.
Every person learns, every day. We are a school where everyone is valued. From the littlest
infant to the oldest adult, we all teach and learn from one another. “It begins with me!”
We learn that our best impact is made by knowing that the change we seek in the culture
around us, begins with ourselves! When I demonstrate valuing another person, they, in turn,
learn to express that value to another, and so on. In this Chronicle, you will fi nd stories that
demonstrate that our students are learning, “it begins with me”, and that they are impacting
their culture in ways that make a big difference! We are making a difference together!
At Cascade Christian Schools, we surround ourselves with administrators, teachers, students,
and families that help each other learn to live, learn and grow according to God’s purpose –
“Iron sharpens iron.” Turn the page and see what you learn!
Don Johnson,
Superintendent of Schools
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Five YearsYvonne AlvordJoanne BarryMandy CurryVirgil Estep
Janine DeLarmeAmy McQuiston
April MoffettKeith Patefi eldCarlee Peterson
Susan PierceLisa RemingtonSandy RozumnyTiffany Wakefi eld
Karen WarrenShawn Manley
Ten YearsJennifer Christian
Ann CrawfordCheryl DahlKim Davis
Tami DeRosierAngela JohnsonRay OssmanLiz Wiggins
Sandra Wilson
Faculty and staff gather together
each fall to celebrate the beginning
of the new school year with an All-
District Rally.
One of the inspiring moments of the
morning is when each person who has
been en employee of Cascade Christian
Schools is honored with an award
and words of affi rmation from the
employee’s supervisor. The following
employees received fi ve, ten, and fi fteen
year honors at the August 26 rally.
Working for a Purpose...Each fall, Cascade Christian
Schools honors the employees
who serve students and
families faithfully.
Joyce Blum, PrincipalPuyallup Elementary Campus“Joyce has a great ability to break down and organize huge tasks into meaningful actions with a heart towards teachers and students. Her dependence on the Lord is so evident. She is devoted to CCS beyond all expectations.”
Cathy Bittner, Media SpecialistTacoma Elementary Campus“Cathy is a total team player, working side by side with teachers to support their needs and teaching units. She is an amazing “hands on,” creative teacher who inspires a love for learning – and reading – with our students.”
Brian Qualls, 6th Grade TeacherPuyallup Elementary Campus“Brian is a true peacemaker with students, parents and fellow teachers. His sense of humor keeps us laughing. It is not easy being the only male on campus, but we are so thankful to have him and his unique perspective. He is a real blessing to Puyallup Elementary as well as to the district as a whole.”
Debi Boyd, Assistant Principal (Frederickson Elementary Campus), EDE Director“Debi makes a positive impact in our world. Whatever she touches turns to excellence. Debi is someone that can be depended on for creative, inspired, out-of-the-box thinking. With her gracious spirit, she has been and continues to be a gift to those who work with her.”
Denise Sievers, Music TeacherTacoma Elementary Campus“Denise has a passion bringing out the gifts and talents of our students and a huge heart of love for each one of them. She is simply – AMAZING! As a part-time staff member, she is full-time devoted to our staff, continually encouraging and serving each one of us.”
Amanda Wessels, BreakerPuyallup Early Learning Center“Amanda is our on site cheerleader, and is a model example of a TEAM player. Amanda arrives each day at 6:30 a.m. with a smile on her face and a positive word for every child, parent and staff member she greets. Her 15 years has been marked by her ability to be fl exible, teachable, dedicated, and committed to the vision of CCS.”
FifteenYears
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Choosing God’s Way...Rob Mitton, new Director of
Development, chooses CCS and loves
“Living on Purpose” for the benefi t of
Cascade Christian Schools’ students
and their families.
Over the summer, a new face arrived at the
CCS District Offi ce. Former Director of
Development Shawn Manley decided to follow
God’s call to California, which opened the door
for new Director of Development Rob Mitton
to step through. Rob has spent many, many
hours getting to know the people of Cascade
Christian Schools, but made time to share some
of his fi rst impressions with The Chronicle.
CC: How did you hear about Cascade Christian Schools?
RM: I grew up in Puyallup and graduated from
Puyallup High School in 1992. After graduating
from Northwest University, I began pastoring
at a local church. Some students in my youth
ministry attended Cascade Christian Schools.
CC: How did you hear about the opening for the Director of Development position?
RM: One morning, when I showed up early
for an appointment at FORZA, a young man
introduced himself to me as Shawn Manley. I
asked him what he did. He explained that he
worked to raise funds for Cascade Christian
Schools and that he was leaving his position in
August to help plant a church in Palm Desert.
I set an appointment with him the next day to
discuss the position. We met for nearly three
hours, as Shawn explained what development
work involved. At his request, I sent him my
résumé for review the next week.
CC: What are you most excited about?
RM: I am excited about many things at
Cascade Christian, the purpose, the mission,
the relationships, and the future, but I am most
excited about the opportunity to be a steward
of stewards. The giving of our time, talent,
and especially our treasure is diffi cult for most
people. But, I also believe this area is one of the
greatest opportunities we have to grow in our
faith.
CC: Are you and your family becoming part of the CCS community?
RM: A month after I began at Cascade
Christian, I experienced the tragic death of
a good friend. When I arrived at work, I was
immediately surrounded with hugs and prayers
from my co-workers. It felt so good to be
supported during such a diffi cult time. I could
feel God’s love through the people that make up
Cascade Christian Schools.
With four young children, we are adjusting to
life as part of the Cascade Christian community.
Many of the opportunities for us will take hold
next year, and in the years to come when our
children begin classes at Cascade Christian.
In the meantime, we feel the support of the
community and we feel so blessed to be able to
say that we are Cascade Christian Cougars!
CC: What were you doing prior to working for Cascade Christian Schools?
RM: Before coming to Cascade, I was working
full time as a fi nancial advisor and part-time as a
worship pastor.
CC: How did you decide that it may be an option for you?
RM: During my meeting with Shawn, he asked
me if I could see myself doing development
at Cascade Christian. I knew the answer was
yes, but at that time, I really had no idea what
I was saying yes to. Through prayer with my
wife, Jaime, and advice from several mentors, I
realized that this was something that God had
been preparing me for.
I have twelve years of ministry experience and
three years of business experience. One of my
mentors pointed this out to me and said: “Rob,
development work is 75% working with people
and 25% business related to fi nance. Do you
think God has been preparing you for this?” It
was at that point that I knew I should pursue
this opportunity.
CC: What was your fi rst day like?
RM: My fi rst day was like drinking water from
a fi re-hose! Cascade Christian is not a small
organization. There are many people who make
up this community. I was overwhelmed by
meeting all of them and seeing my new offi ce
for the fi rst time. It was really hard to believe!
CC: Any surprises?
RM: The single most surprising thing
about Cascade Christian is the unity in this
community. The Cascade Christian family is
made up of many different kinds of people,
but we are all unifi ed around the core purpose,
which is to transform cultures through teaching
and training people in their purpose before
God.C
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CIt’s a great combination - students,
service projects, and grandparents
and special friends to share them with.
Grandparent and Special Friend
Day is a 15-year tradition at the CCS
Puyallup Elementary campus.
About seven years ago, the decision
was made to combine the service
project presentations (“Feet to Faith”)
with Grandparents Day. “I decided
it was a great way to let grandparents
know the kinds of wonderful things
our students do to help in the
community,” said Principal Joyce
Blum.
Approximately 400 guests attended
this year’s event. The grandparents love
to come see what their grandchildren
are doing, and the children love having
Grandparents/Feet to Faith Day brings generations together...Puyallup Elementary students
invite grandparents and
special friends to share in
their day and their “Feet to
Faith” projects.
them. The students share their Feet to Faith
projects, then the grandparents join in for some
classroom activities, including reading a story
together, sharing journals, and looking at art
work.
Grandparents and students also shared
discussion about questions such as, “When you
were my age, what was your favorite Christmas
present?” or, “When you were my age, did you
go to church on Easter?”
Students with their grandparents and special friends:Above: Students and guests tour the Feet to Faith poster display; Top right: Abigail Zoccola; Right: Greta Hale; Below left: Noah Davis, Nicholas Brar, and Brynna Brar; Below right: Rebekah Seeger
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The support of a community...When the Thorsteinson family
got devastating news, the CCS
Frederickson Elementary campus
stepped up.by Sarah Thorsteinson
Our family joined the Cascade Christian
Frederickson Elementary campus when
our oldest son Noah started preschool in the fall
of 2005, and we immediately fell in love with
the campus, the teachers, and the families.
Flash forward to January 25, 2008. We now
have four children. Noah is in fi rst grade, Eli
is in Kindergarten, Eden is two years old, and
Caleb is eleven months old. Our family changed
forever that day when we received devastating
news that Caleb had been diagnosed with Acute
Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).
Our world felt like it went spinning out of
control. In a matter of hours after hearing that
Caleb had cancer, he was prepped for a spinal
tap and a bone marrow biopsy, a central line
(port) was placed in his chest, and he had his
fi rst round of chemo.
Our news soon traveled back to the school
and we began receiving phone calls, texts,
prayers, and people begging to help in any way.
My husband, Brad, went to pick up the kids
from school the next day and was greeted by
friends we knew and friends we had not yet met.
They arranged meals for our family, people to
help take the boys to and from school, toys for
Caleb, and even little gift bags for me while at
the hospital.
As a parent, you are never prepared to deal
with news that your child has a life-threatening
illness. We were stunned, in shock and unsure
as to what to do next, but the people at Cascade
Christian were not! They knew what we needed
and took immediate steps to make it happen.
Teachers came to visit us in the hospital and
told us the whole school was praying for Caleb
and our family.
The comfort my husband, Brad, and I
felt in knowing that our two older boys were
being taken care of by a school that truly loved
them and would help them while at school
was priceless to us. We knew the staff at CCS
Frederickson was there for our boys as they were
impacted by the news that their little brother
was very, very ill. Noah and Eli’s classmates
wrote letters and drew pictures for Caleb. Our
boys also told us that praying for Caleb in their
class made them feel better.
As the months went by, Caleb was in and out
of the hospital undergoing chemo treatments.
Never knowing when he’d get sick and need to
be rushed to the ER forced my husband to quit
his job. Brad needed a job that would let him
be “Mr. Mom” while I was in the hospital with
Caleb. He decided the best thing for our family
would be to start his own business so he could
come and go as necessary.
The Cascade Christian Frederickson campus
knew that we were struggling with Brad now
being self-employed, high COBRA insurance
payments, and massive medical bills, so a group
of amazing women at the school got together
and organized a huge garage sale and silent
auction to benefi t Caleb’s Fund. I don’t think
anyone thought it would turn out as well as
it did. The whole Frederickson campus came
together as one big family and did an amazing
job raising money that helped our family meet a
huge part of our expenses. We would even come
home and fi nd boxes of food from Costco and
other items on our doorstep.
Our son, Noah, was so touched by seeing all
the children in the hospital when he was there
visiting Caleb, that he wanted to do something
for them. With Mrs. Severeid’s blessing, Noah
collected four large garbage bags full of brand
new teddy bears, and took them to the children
in Mary Bridge Hospital gifts from the children
at Cascade Christian Frederickson. Two of
the classes made drawings of teddy bears and
framed them for Caleb. They are now hanging
on his bedroom wall and are a constant source
of inspiration for our family.
Caleb is almost 4 years old now and still
receiving chemotherapy and steroid treatments.
He is well aware that he has friends at Cascade
Christian and knows they love him and are
praying for him. As a result of Caleb’s illness,
the families, teachers and staff at our campus
have taught me the true meaning of kindness,
compassion and grace.
We feel truly blessed to be part of the Cascade
Christian Frederickson family and believe
God knew of the massive love and support we
would be needing, and directed us to Cascade
Christian when we began our search for a
preschool for Noah in 2005. God knew this
moment would be more than my family and I
would be able to handle on our own, and made
sure we would be surrounded by Faith, Hope,
and Charity! What an awesome God we serve!!
Every year when it’s time to re- enroll, it’s a
fi nancial struggle for our family, but with God’s
help we have been able to fi nd a way to make it
work. We know how blessed we are to belong to
such a wonderful school, whose staff, students,
and families believe in God, sing His praise,
and care and support one another by living
and spreading His word. We would never go
anywhere else. What Cascade Christian Schools
offers in addition to a wonderful education, is
priceless to us!C
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With the high school students
off to Champions’ Centre for
their conference (see page 11), the
junior high staff and students took over
the JH/HS campus, enjoying a day of
bonding and fun.
Worship time, speakers, and both
indoor and outdoor activities were part
of their day, enjoyed by all.
Rallying for Impact in 2010-11Junior High students enjoy a
day of “Driven” fun...
All-DistrictOpen Housefor Prospective
FamiliesJanuary 22
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.all fi ve locations
• • •
Remind them that NOW is the time to consider a quality, Christ-centered
education that will benefi t their children
for years to come.(And don’t forget you can earna $200 tuition credit when you
refer a friend who enrolls atCascade Christian Schools.
See web site for details)
Invite Your
Friends!
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Studying God’s creation in the jungle... Faculty member Lucy Cole
participates in an “exciting, hands-
on, once in a lifetime” jungle
experience in Borneo, then brings it
home to her students at CCHS.
As part of her Master’s program, CCHS faculty member Lucy Cole was able
to take part in an amazing opportunity over summer break: a “once in a lifetime opportunity” studying the animal and plant life of the jungles of Borneo with The Primate Conservation Study.
“I was in awe the whole trip. I felt
God’s presence each day. I have a renewed
understanding of how each creature He created
was made uniquely, with special characteristics
that enable it to live in the environment in
which God placed it.”
It wasn’t always an easy journey. Cole left
on June 21, but didn’t arrive at her destination
until June 24. In addition to the many hours in
the air, the journey included a twenty-two hour
layover in Seoul, Korea.
Arriving in Borneo, the participants took a
boat to a jungle island, where they spent fi ve
days learning and working at Danau Girang
Research Center. They then took a boat trip
upriver and stayed with local families for several
more days.
“We were literally in the jungle,” says Cole.
“The best way I can describe the rainforest is
‘saturated with life.’ There was life everywhere,
calling, buzzing.”
The group replanted trees, and visited a bat
cave, at which Cole proclaimed, “Bats are worse
than spiders.” They also went on night walks,
looking for mammals and frogs, and watching
for the “night shine” of spiders.
“Many of the creatures that live in Borneo
only exist in Borneo,” Cole explained. “I
learned that’s because there is no other place like
Borneo.”
Cole was excited to bring home what she
learned, and apply it in her zoology class,
which will be doing a thorough study of the
Borneo rainforest this year. Each student will
be conducting research on an animal from
Borneo and then putting together a class project
as a result of this study. “I would love to have
students share their results at the elementary
school level with animal trading cards that my
students can give to the students after they have
taught about the animals.”
“I always start the year off with a Bible study
from Genesis 1. We discuss what it means
when God tells man to ‘rule over the fi sh of
the sea and the birds of the air and over every
living creature that moves on the ground.’ My
goal is for them to realize that conservation is
something God expects mankind to do.”
“I was in awe the whole trip. I have a renewed understanding of how each creature He created was made uniquely...”
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Learning About God’s Creationby Experiencing it Together
Above: Child care students and their teachers from Frederickson Early Learning Center pause for a group shot during their eventful day at the farm.
Far Left: Juliet and Caitrin enjoyed their day “harvesting” fruits and veggies at the farm.
Left: Eli takes a break, using a handy pumpkin as his resting place.
“The land produced vegetation: plants bearing seed according to their kinds and trees bearing fruit with seed in it according to their kinds. And God saw that it was good.”
Genesis 1:12
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Above: Dyson, Christian, Ben and Christopher pick carrots from the fi eld.
Top Right:: Madeline displays her choice for a pumpkin to take home.
Right: Hannah and Lliam head down the path to their next activity, holding hands in friendship and in honor of the class buddy system.
Below: Christian shows off an apple that he picked from the fi eld.
Photos courtesy of Heidi Bekken, administrative assistant at Frederickson Early Learning Center
Not only are fi eld trips for fun, but they also provide opportunity for students to experience some
Specifi c Biblical Truths: God designed many different types of apples for us to enjoy, God created
a variety of plants to keep us healthy, and we can benefi t from hard work through God’s blessings of the
harvest. At Terry’s Berries Organic Farm, the students were able to experience the truths their teachers
had taught them in the classroom.”
~Jontal Corley, Child Care Pre-K teacher
“
Cascade ChristianSchools
Preschooland Child Care
available atthree locations:
3425 176th Street EFrederickson
1818 S. Meridian Puyallup
1819 East 72ndTacoma
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Driven Conferencebrings students together... ASB plans annual retreat with
the purpose of creating “a
unifi ed family dedicated to
school pride and engaged in
glorifying God.”
High School students spent the
day together on September 24
for a time of worship, learning and
playing together to the ASB-chosen
theme “Driven”.
“The youth conference was amazing, the
student body really unifi ed and decided
to live this year for Christ.”
~ Louisa Corley
“It was great to see the students get up
and share what the Lord has put on
their heart for this school year.”
~ Kelsey Carder
“My favorite part about the youth
conference was seeing our whole student
body get involved with worshipping
God together.” ~ Colton Faverty
Right: Senior Kelsey Carder speaks... Below: Freshmen Raschele Leach and Danae Lorberau wait to go in to their next session; Below center: Juniors Kayla Wills, Katie Wade, Kevin Zettle, Ryan Salzer, Josh Elder, and Kyle Crawford enjoy a moment in the spotlight; Bottom left: Sophomores Cierra McMahon and Sarah Quinn take play some Wii Tennis during their free time; Bottom right: seniors Travis VanDyke and Axel Johnson record the event for posterity...
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Creative Arts teams come together for early-year performances... The start of school is a busy time,
and pulling together performances
for the fair and fall concert can be a
challenge.
Creative arts programs at CCHS were busy this fall, preparing for fair performances,
fall concerts, and drama productions.
Shades of Blue and Jazz Band kicked off their season early at the Puyallup Fair on September 19, followed by the fi rst Cascade Christian Drama Club production on October 15 and 16, then the High School Fall Concert on October 26.
Director Paige Wescott was pleased with the extra effort put in by both Shades and Concert Choir. “Shades of Blue was in ‘after hours’ preparing for the seven pieces they performed at the Fall Concert,” she said. “And Concert Choir works so diligently; they are passionate Christ-followers and intercessors and they love to sing!”
New Drama Coach Tarri Williams was impressed with what the drama club achieved. “The team of very dedicated students jumped in head-fi rst and pulled off two enjoyable evenings of theatre after only a very few, short weeks of rehearsals,” she stated.
Top: Concert Choir at the fall performance; Right: Jeremy Kidd and Shelby Munson perform a scene in “Cindy and the Godfather; Below: Evie Rivera and Darlee Hart in the fall production; Bottom: Director Katie Miller and the fi rst Jazz Band performances of the year.
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Connell poses threat, but Cougars prevail... A perfect 13-0 season ends
with a community of coaches,
players and fans celebrating a
State Championship.
The seniors on this year’s Cougar football team are familiar
with losses. Not many...their four-year record is 50-4 overall. It’s that important game - the last one - that had eluded the team...until December 5, 2010. On that day, CCHS Cougar Football brought home the WIAA 1A State Championship trophy.
Coaches, players, alumni, families and friends of CCS witnessed the Cougars’ toughest game of the season. Connell knew how to win, and wanted the State Championship again, but after an intense game of trading leads, the perseverance and determination of the Cougar team prevailed. According
photos byRandy Johnson and Stuart Rich
Far Right: Junior Kyle Crawford pulls down a pass in double-coverage; Right: Seniors Axel Johnson and Tyler Walrath pull down a Connell receiver; Below Right: CCHS Alumni Jonathan Felczak, Trevor Hamilton, Ryan Centioli, and Trevor Horn look on as their Cougar Football brothers persevere for the championship; Bottom: the CCS Community celebrates with the State Champion Cougar Football team; Bottom Right: Senior Jordan Zepernick returns a kickoff.
to Coach Randy Davis, “They (the players) gave everything they had...and never quit.”
At the celebration pep assembly on December 7, Superintendent Don Johnson thanked Coach Davis and his staff. “You have given these young men lessons and memories that will last a lifetime,” he said.
Coach Davis acknowledged the coaches’ and team’s appreciation for the fans of Cougar Football. Senior Captain Colton Faverty agreed. He told the crowd that, in his opinion, CCHS Cougar Football has the “Number one fans in Washington.”C
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Volleyball, Boys’ Tennis have successful seasonsExperienced tennis doubles team
and young, hard-working volleyball
squad both capture Nisqually League
championships.
Cougar Tennis capped a perfect season
with 1A League Boys’ Tennis Doubles
Championship. Tennis team captain, Nathan
Anderson, and fellow senior, Ty King,
won the Nisqually League Tennis Doubles
Championship on October 20, winning all their
matches in straight sets. They were undefeated
all season, including wins over last year’s state
doubles champion, Charles Wright, three out of
three times, defeating them in League fi nals 7-5,
6-2. Nathan and Ty are seeded fi rst going into
Districts next spring.
Cougar Volleyball went 13 and 1 this
season, capturing the Nisqually League
Championship, and a trip to the state playoffs
for the third year in a row.
The team of four seniors, one junior, four
sophomores and one freshmen made their
trip to Yakima and the State tournament on
Did you know?Cougar Boys’ Tennis teams has won ten State
Championships in Singles and Doubles Tennis
since 1999! Here’s the list of champions:
2010 Singles Champion: Nathan Anderson
2005 Singles Champion: Christian McClung
2002-2003-2004 Doubles Champions:
Justin Larimore/Christian McClung
2001 Singles Champion: Tyler McClung
2001 Doubles Champions: Matt Larimore/
Justin Larimore
2000 Singles Champion: Matt Larimore
1999-2000 Doubles Champions: Tyler
McClung/Joseph Dickerson
November 12-13, losing in their fi rst round
to Connell, then beating Kalama three games
to two. Four tough sets against Naches Valley
fi nished the Cougars’ season, but not without
hope for the future.
“We’re really blessed with a lot of talent
spread throughout the classes,” Coach
Sheppard stated. “With the leadership of
our upperclassmen, and the willing of our
underclassmen to follow, we can develop the
younger players to fi ll the shoes of those they’re
replacing.” She adds, “I am hoping next year
we’ll go even further.”
Left: Nisqually League Doubles Champions Ty King and Nathan Anderson; Below: Cougar volleyball headed to South Whidbey for a tourney; Bottom Left; Game time!; Bottom Right: The team gathers at center court for a pregame prayer.
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Class of 1999Scott Morton and Rachel (Hagen) Morton have been married for eight years, and have two daughters. Gracie is almost four, and Danica was born in May of this year. They live in Prosser, Washington. Scott is currently driving a forklift in Grandview, while Rachel is working as an Email Marketing Manager for Pit Crew Marketing out of Seattle.
Class of 2000Melinda (Rienstra) King graduated with a degree in Sign Language Interpreting in 2005 and has been doing freelance interpreting since then. She was married to Dennis King, Jr. in July of 2006, and had their fi rst child, a daughter they named Kensington, on July 16, 2010. She and her husband own and operate Tiffany’s Skate Inn in downtown Puyallup.
Cameron Johnson recently began hosting “Public Report,” a local television program
airing on KTBW-TV, an affi liate of the Trinity Broadcasting Network. Airing on Friday mornings at 10, they discuss community issues and concerns such as women’s issues, crime, health, education, the environment, transportation, etc. The show is viewed by around a quarter of a million people.
Cameron began working at TBN in April of this year with the goal in mind to become host. She learned every aspect of production, including running cameras and fl oor directing. With the approval of TBN host and cofounder Jan Crouch, Cameron’s debut was an interview with the American Red Cross, which aired on November 12.
“I owe much to Cascade Christian Schools for being an intricate part of developing my character and skill set,” says Cameron. “With my dad as the Superintendent and my mom as the Daffodil Program Director, I have had wonderful examples of integrity, charisma and ambition.”
Class of 2002Jackie (Pastuch) Sanchez married her best friend’s brother, Jason, making herself and Jillian Sanchez (Class of ’02) sisters-in-law and best friends! Jackie and Jason live in downtown Puyallup. He is a youth pastor and Jackie is serving in other ministries at their church that meets at the Cascade Christian Puyallup Early Learning Center. They are fi nishing up the year-long adoption process of a baby girl from Ethiopia. They are hoping the process will be over by Christmas, as they are very excited to bring their fi rst child home!
Class of 2003Ryan Hart graduated from WSU in 2007 with a degree in entrepreneurship, and from PLU in 2009 with a Master’s in entrepreneurship. He launched crownintown.com and won the PLU business plan competition in April of 2010, sold bundlebuy.com to the founder ofshop.com in September, and is currently raising angel funds for globa.ly, a website designed to address needs of the world. He is the President-elect of the South Hill Rotary and board member of Rooftop 519, an organization
Alumni Updates: Where are they now? CCS
celebrates alumni graduations,
weddings, jobs, businesses,
missions, children...
dedicated to healing the sickest children in the world in the name of Christ.
Class of 2004Jaclyn (Aldrich) Escalera received her B.F.A. with an emphasis in Graphic Design from PLU in 2008 and worked in marketing for a company in Tacoma until January 2010. Today she is married and living in Ft. Rucker, AL, where her husband is stationed for fl ight school.
Class of 2005Whitney (Edgecombe) Lecocq graduated from Wheaton College in May of 2009 and was married to Dan Lecocq on August 2, 2009 in Snoqualmie, Washington. They are currently living right outside Chicago, IL, in Naperville. Whitney is back in school getting her Masters in Social Work at Loyola University Chicago. Her husband has a job at a software company for bond portfolio management.
Class of 2006Katie (Kehmeier) Knudson married Perry Knudson on June 19, 2010 at his home in Port Angeles, Washington. Both Katie and Perry graduated from George Fox University in May of this year. They are living in Sherwood, Oregon and working in the Portland area.
Class of 2008Jennifer Music will be moving to New Orleans in January to do missions work.
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In the coming weeks, CCHS alum Serena
Little will travel across the world to Macau,
to begin a year of mission work with immigrants
who have entered the country to work. She’s
been busy since her graduation from Concordia
in May, but the Cascade Chronicle caught
up with her in her preparations for life after
graduation, and asked a few questions about
school, life, and her upcoming challenges.
CC: What are your upcoming plans?
SL: I am leaving soon! I will be in Macau
for around twelve months, and that can be
extended or transferred to a different country
for the next year.
CC: What have you been doing to prepare for your trip?
SL: I am responsible for raising my own
support, so I have been working on that. God
has been blessing this process so richly! Between
September and October, my support went from
15% to 50%! I am at over 60% now, and need
to be at 70% to go. I am so anxious to get into
the fi eld!
During the month of October, I had the
opportunity to visit and speak at a variety of
places, including Mt. Rainier High School
and Cascade Christian Junior High/High
School. Visiting the schools made me miss the
classroom dearly, and get even more excited to
fulfi ll my calling to teach.
Alumni Interview... Serena Little (class of 2006)
combines her faith, education and
experience to begin a new adventure
in Macau.
CC: What will you be doing in Macau?
SL: I will be ministering to immigrants that
enter the country to work in Macau for one
to two year stints. I will be working along
with the Lutheran Church of Hong Kong
and in the English Center.
CC: What will that look like?
SL: I will be teaching English as a Foreign
Language in small groups, one-on-one, and
in larger classes at the Concordia English
Center in Macau. I will also help lead Bible
studies and outreach activities, sharing the
Gospel with students and their families as I
build relationships with them.
CC: How did your experiences at CCS impact your life choices?
SL: My time at CCS taught me some valuable
things, including how to stand up and talk to
people. My time at CCS was spent in a lot of
different leadership capacities that I feel helped
develop my God-given gifts as well.
CC: Who at CCHS impacted you most?
SL: Mr. Clevenger, of course! He was such a
stickler (I had SO many tardies from being a
minute late!) but he made me a better teacher
for sure. I know that Mr. Broberg giving me so
much freedom to speak my mind (respectfully,
of course) was really benefi cial in teaching me
that I had a voice, and that I should use it.
CC: What about after Macau?
SL: I think I’m leaning more and more toward
a career in mission work, but want to leave my
options open for where God leads! If these past
few months of support-raising have taught me
anything, it’s that when God calls you, He is
defi nitely going to bless it!
To follow Serena’s journey,
email her at
and let her know you’d like to
receive her newsletter.
“How, then, can they call on the one
they have not believed in? And how
can they believe in the one of whom
they have not heard? And how can
they hear without someone preaching
to them? And how can they preach
unless they are sent? As it is written,
‘How beautiful are the feet of those
who bring good news!’”Romans 10:14-16
UPDATE:Prior to publication, Serena was “green-lighted” and
is currently serving in Macau!
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Apple Physical TherapyBeacon Electric Inc.The Classic Golf CourseHarnish Lincoln/MercuryJames, Sanderson & LowersMadsen ElectricMeridian Dental CareMillennium ChiropracticPain Center of Western WAPuyallup Surgical ConsultantsRTS Hydro-Seeding, LLCSaturn of PuyallupSimply SmilesSmiles By SutherlandStephens Enterprises of TacomaSubaru of PuyallupTaylor-Made Printing, Inc.TE Walrath Trucking, Inc.
15th Street AutomotiveAbsher ConstructionJet ChevroletJohnson Cox Printing Co.Norfi l ManufacturingPlaza 410 Dental AssociatesPuyallup Valley Veterinary ClinicRainier Insurance, Inc.Service Hydraulics, Inc.Summit Trading CompanySuperior Electric Inc.Wayne’s Roofi ng, Inc.
Architectural Sheet MetalArndt, Chris and KathyDaniel L. Oliveira, D.D.S., P.S.Karl Zeiger, AttorneyLiving WatersMountain View FinancialScotty’s General Construction, Inc.Tern Christian Counseling
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Giving on Purpose, for a Purpose With the recent economic crisis, raising money for Tuition Assistance has become top priority for the Development Department... not forgetting stops along the way for some fun, fellowship, and athletics fundraising, too...
Cougar ClassicGolf Tournament Fabulous weather at The Classic Golf Club
in Spanaway welcomed the sixty golfers who
took part in the 2010 Cougar Classic Golf
Tournament on Saturday, September 11.
Over $5,300 was raised to support Cascade Christian Schools athletic teams. Funds raised
came from the golfers and sponsors. Plus, many
volunteers worked together to make the event a
success.
Sponsors included: All State (Shree Redfi eld),
Apple Physical Therapy, Baydo Chevrolet &
Baydo’s RV, The Classic Golf Course, Chris
Berry Construction, Gold Defi nitions, Harnish
Auto Family, Home Team NW, Howells
Chiropractic, Hurley Engineering, Infi nity
Signs, Jet Chevrolet, Papa Murphy’s, S & S Tires
and Smiles by Sutherland.
11th AnnualPhone-a-thon More than seventy volunteers and fi ve nights
of calling to hundreds of generous donors are
making an impact on fi fty students and their
families.
The 11th Annual Phone-a-thon raised
$54,000, 100% of which will benefi t students through tuition assistance at Cascade Christian
Schools.
Top caller, Ronda Gregory, and volunteer
incentive winner, Brooke Douglas, were just two
of the many callers who gave of their time to
benefi t tuition assistance.
Event coordinator, Angie Ruiz, says, “We
are so thankful. This event would not be
possible without all of the generous donors and
dedicated volunteers that make it happen.”
Upcoming Events:Carnival: March 12, 2011
Auction: March 18, 2011
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If you’d like to support quality, Christ-centered education, with God’s purpose in mind for our students,become a Cascade Christian Schools Business Partner. Contact the District Offi ce at 253-841-1776,
or go online to www.cascadechristian.org, and click on Development/Business Partners.
Business Partner:
“Becoming a CCS Business Partner
was an easy decision... Cascade
Christian is doing ‘Kingdom work’
that has both immediate
and eternal consequences.”
by Stuart Rich, DDS
Dentistry combines my natural aptitude
for creating with my hands with my
innate interests in helping others and having
my own business. I count the Renaissance
artist, Michelangelo, as one of my personal
heroes. He is quoted at the age of 80 as having
said, “Ancoro Imparo”, which means “I am
still learning.” I, too, am consistently looking
for creative ways to do things, whether it is to
help my patients, improve our offi ce, fi nd an
innovative solution or invent a new way to do
something.
Exceptional dentistry demands excellent
hand-eye coordination and precision. By
training and aptitude, I have an artist’s eye for
detail, and am able to utilize that God-given
gift to achieve beautifully natural and functional
smiles. I never tire of seeing a patient hold
up the mirror for the fi rst time after we have
completed a procedure. When their eyes light
up and their smile broadens, I know I have
succeeded in making a positive impact on their
self-confi dence. That always makes my day,
whether it was a simple fi lling, a crown, or a
complex smile makeover!
My wife, Kirstin, and I moved from the
Silicon Valley area of California in 1996, when
our son Geoff was seven months old. As I
wrote in a farewell letter to my patients, we
were looking for “a little more space and a little
slower pace” to raise our family. We settled near
Lake Tapps, and purchased the practice of a
retiring dentist in
Auburn.
God has blessed
our efforts, and
we currently have
nine full-time team
members, as well as
an associate dentist
who works with us
two days per week,
serving patients
from the greater
Puyallup Valley and
South King County.
Kirstin is the CFO
of the business and
handles the deluge
of government
paperwork, accounts
payable and payroll.
When I’m not doing dentistry, I am able to
spend time in my backyard art studio or outside
with my camera.
Our sons Geoff and Skyler are currently
in 9th and 7th grades, respectively. They had
always attended Christian school, but Kirstin
and I felt God leading us to transfer them to
Cascade Christian over three years ago. We
wanted them to develop a broader Christian
worldview than they were receiving at the small
denominational school they had been attending,
and to be able to integrate their faith into their
daily lives.
Cascade has been the perfect fi t for our
family! Our sons are thriving academically, and
have made many friends. Both are involved in
the Music program and Skyler is on the Junior
High football team. Kirstin and I enjoy getting
better acquainted with parents and staff at
various school functions.
Becoming a CCS Business Partner was an
easy decision: Kirstin and I support the things
we believe in with our time and fi nancial
resources. Cascade Christian is doing “kingdom
work” that has both immediate and eternal
consequences. It is truly a privilege to be a part
of it.
IMPACT...Living on Purpose-Choosing God’s Way
District Offi ce815 21st Street SEPuyallup, WA 98372
253-841-1776
See us on the web!www.cascadechristian.org
Romans 8:28“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
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