FOR EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON, A TIME FOR EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN.

ECCLESIASTES 3:1

A c a m p a i g n t o b u i l d u p o n o u r f o u n d e r s ' v i s i o n

Forward in Faith is not about just buildings, but about what occurs within them. Houston Christian is creating a faithful group of young adults who

excel in academics, athletics, fine arts and their spiritual life. They will leave Houston Christian knowing what it means to lead, leaving a lasting

impact on every life they touch.

We know you are asked to give often and to many worthwhile causes. We hope that you will put Houston Christian at the top of that list. Financial

gifts from families, grandparents, alumni and friends are critical to the success of this campaign. Your investment will not only benefit those who

are here now, but it will leave a legacy for those who will follow.

Join us now by prayerfully making a pledge over three years that will help make Houston Christian the best it can be. Every gift counts!

2700 W Sam Houston Parkway N • Houston, Texas 77043 • 713.580.6000

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I n s p i r i n g L e a d e r s h i p

YOUR CHARITABLE INVESTMENT WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Dear Families and Friends of Houston Christian High School,

In March 2011, our Board of Trustees voted to enter into a fundraising campaign to

continue the vision of the school’s founders, who prayed from the beginning that HC

would serve 500 students. As we enter into the next phase of Houston Christian’s

development and seek to expand our presence among the nation’s fi nest high schools, we are

moving forward in faith with a bold vision to provide an exemplary, well-rounded Christian

college preparatory education for our students.

Enrollment exceeded 500 for the fi rst time in fall of 2011. This is a blessing and a

testament to the satisfaction of students and parents, but has created an immediate and

critical need for new facilities. The 35,000 square foot Student Center will provide

appropriate facilities for food service and dining, eight more classrooms, an enlarged

and synergistic Discovery suite, and a state-of-the-art learning commons with areas for

collaborative learning, integrated technology, research and library services and meeting

spaces designed for comfortable student interaction.

Additionally, the Center for Scholars and Leaders provides dedicated space for

the Passport to Lead and Distinguished Scholars programs. Transforming the library

into a multi-functional center with 145-seat lecture hall, two conference-style class-

rooms and break-out areas with AV integration and furniture promotes creativity and col-

laboration. The Center for Scholars and Leaders will also be used for student and parent

meetings and made available for public use after-hours as an outreach to the greater Houston

community.

This year, we are conducting the Many Gifts, One Vision Annual Fund alongside the

Forward in Faith Capital Campaign. By sharing our vision, we invite you to be a part

of the Forward in Faith campaign as well as the Annual Fund, which provides for the

operational needs of the school. Your donations are investments in the lives of HC

students and families.

Throughout the years, God has brought forth people and fi nancial resources at just the

right time. Everything we enjoy at HC is the result of generous gifts from those who came

before us. It is my hope that you will leave your legacy and provide for those who will

follow. Your gift reflects your belief in Houston Christian’s mission and your

commitment to the goals and values that Houston Christian represents.

I am grateful to Co-chairs Cindy and Jeff Reeter and Lynne and Jeff Voncannon, and

the committee members for their leadership. Your participation and prayers will make

a difference! Thank you on behalf of all the current and future students of Houston

Christian High School .

Blessings,

Stephen M. Livingston, Ed.D.Stephen M. Livingston, Ed.D.

NOW IS THE TIME TO MOVE FORWARD IN FAITH

In 1997, our founders put forth a vision of a high school that would inspire leaders

with a mind toward Christ. Just fourteen years later, Houston Christian stands strong

as a premier high school in Houston. We are a place that challenges the intellect

within the framework of a Christian world view and encourages students to develop

their distinctive gifts in the areas of academics, athletics, spirituality, leadership, and

the visual and performing arts.

Having achieved our founders’ goal of 500 students, our enrollment demands that

we move our campus master plan another step forward. This calls for construction of

a new student center and a Center for Scholars and Leaders. These two buildings

will provide space for collaborative learning and address immediate needs for

additional classrooms, food service and dining. The plan also calls for facility

enhancements for athletics and the performing arts.

The Forward in Faith Campaign seeks to raise $12.5 million to make these plans a

reality. The completion of these buildings will put Houston Christian at the forefront

of learning and technology and further expose our students to an exceptional

educational environment that will boldly prepare them for their future pursuits.

Our journey continues. Please join us as we move Forward in Faith and invest in

the future of our children and prepare them to impact this world through

leadership and faith.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Willie Langston, ChairmanFounding Partner, Avalon Advisors LLC

Jeff Voncannon, Vice-Chairman Managing Partner, Redman Resources

Ken Purgason, Secretary and TreasurerPresident, Tristream Energy, LLC

Pastor Tom DouthitSenior Pastor, BridgePoint Bible Church

Janet DrakeJWD Interiors

Rev. T. Douglas Ferguson Senior Pastor, Head of Staff, Grace Presbyterian Church

Michael E. HandelPrinciple/Partner, InSite Realty Partners, L.P.

Michael E. Humphrey Managing Director, Tanglewood Investments, Inc.

Rev. Gregg J. MatteSenior Pastor, Houston’s First Baptist Church

Hardie MorganExecutive Director, Ministry Support, Grace Presbyterian Church

Matthew MorrisSenior Executive Vice President, STEWART

Kurt NondorfManaging Partner, Jackson Walker L.L.P.

Pinky Pampell

Jeff Pennington

Dr. David A. PetersonSenior Pastor, Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church

Jeff ReeterManaging Partner, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network

Dr. Robert B Sloan, Jr. President, Houston Baptist University

Darrell TaylorPartner, Baker Bott L.L.P.

John vonBerg Sr. Vice President, Plains Marketing, L.P.

Gary S. Weber

Rev. Dr. Stephen P. WendeSenior Pastor, First United Methodist Church

HEAD OF SCHOOL’S COUNCIL

Dr. John and Uldine BisagnoBrad and Kathy Bracewell

John and Joan BrunsonJeannette Clift George

Earl and Susan HesterbergBilly Pete and Flora Huddleston

Terry and Doris LooperRev. Dr. David and Linda McKechnie

Bob and Janice McNairScott and Kathy Martin

Jeff and Amie SpringmeyerChuck and Kim Watson

Kevin and Elizabeth Weiss

CAMPAIGN LEADERSHIP Co-Chairs Cindy and Jeff ReeterLynne and Jeff Voncannon Parent Committee ChairsKelly and Mike Handel Communications ChairsKate and Shaun Clarke Alumni Parent Co-ChairsMarlene and Kurt NondorfNancy and Pierre Tutunjian Grandparent ChairsLinda and Bob Walker

PLANNING COMMITTEE

Theresa and Evans AttwellJana Fay and Charles BacarisseJanet and Michael BennettSara and Mark BettencourtLinda and Greg BrownHeather and Paul CamfieldPaula and W. T. CuttsSusan and Cy HelmDiana and Torrey MosvoldSusan and Pat MulveyValerie and John vonBergJudy WatersBelinda and Mark Young

F A L L 2 0 1 1

First FloorFirst Floor

Note: All architectural concepts and renderings are subject to change without prior notice.

STUDENT CENTER

A three-story, approximately 35,000 square foot student center will be a powerful force for student interaction by effectively integrating library services, technology, cafeteria and classrooms in a learning commons that is now only seen at colleges and universities. The center will:

• Convert the traditional library into a learning commons with a technologically progressive hub.

• Provide an informal gathering area with coffee bar for the school community and seating for 120.

• Accommodate a food preparation/service area and cafeteria seating for approximately 170 students.

• Connect to the McNair Gymnasium providing direct access to restrooms.

• Create eight additional classrooms and a custom designed six-room Discovery program suite.

PERFORMING ARTS

An important aspect of the project is to repurpose the classrooms in the Drake Performing Arts Center (DPAC). Classes currently held in the DPAC, which are not fine arts, will move to the second floor of the student center. As a result, these classrooms will be re-modeled to provide:

• Individual practice rooms

• Men’s and ladies’ dressing rooms for theatre

• Small group rehearsal rooms

• Music classroom

• Video and Audio recording studio

• Offices

Floor Concepts – Student Center

Center for Scholars and Leaders

Center for Scholars and Leaders Opened August 2011

Second Floor

H o u s t o n C h r i s t i a n H i g h S c h o o l Capital Campaign www.hcforwardinfaith.org

CAPITAL FUNDING HIGHLIGHTS

The objectives for a capital campaign address immediate and critical needs for classroom space, facilities for food service, athletics and performing arts, and areas for collaborative learning with state-of-the-art technology.

• Construct a student center with dining facilities, classrooms, and a learning commons integrating library services and technology.

• Transform the existing Amelang Library into a state-of-the-art center with lecture hall and collaborative conference areas for Passport to Lead and Distinguished Scholars Programs.

• Complete the Drake Performing Arts center by renovating current classrooms into practice rooms, an audio-video recording studio, dressing rooms, and rehearsal space.

CENTER FOR SCHOLARS AND LEADERS

By transferring library services into the new student center learning commons, the Amelang Library building is now the Center for Scholars and Leaders which includes:

• A grand lecture hall with seating for approximately 145 students.

• Two conference-style classrooms.

• Facilities to house the Distinguished Scholars and Passport to Lead programs.

• Break-out areas with functional architecture, AV integration and furniture that promote creativity and collaboration.

• To fulfill the vision of servant-leadership training and community impact, the Center for Scholars and Leaders is also available for use by the public for after-hours.

We have other buildings and capital projects that are not a part of this campaign. If you are interested in fully funding one of those needs, please contact the Head of School or Director for Development.

★ Theatre with seating for 800-1000 ★ Resurfacing track ★ Field turf

GIFT INFORMATIONGifts of cash, check, credit card, appreciated stocks, bonds, real estate, and charitable trusts are all accepted. Pledges to the capital campaign may be paid over 3 years. A signed pledge form or letter of intent is needed to confi rm and assure proper credit for each gift. Houston Christian High School is a nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. Your gift is tax deductible to the full extent allowable by law.

NAMING OPPORTUNITIES

$1,000,000 and up

Student Center Building nameLearning Commons (1st fl oor)Football Field Dining Center (1st fl oor)Black Box Theater

$250,000 - $999,999

Academic CourtyardBand Rehearsal RoomGrand Entry and Reception areaLecture Hall TrackCourt in McNair GymPerforming Arts Center North Lobby

$100,000 – $249,999

Faculty Lounge Leadership seminar roomOrchestra Rehearsal RoomPress BoxScience LabsMedia-Tech room Seminar Rooms Discovery Resource roomBreakout areasBleachers: McNair GymParking Lots

$25,000- $99,999

ClassroomsEnsemble RoomsOffi ces

These are only a few of the naming opportunities; others are available. Please call the Development Offi ce at 713-580-6027 to inquire about other naming opportunities. You may use your naming opportunity to honor a family member or teacher, or in memory of a loved one.

GIFTS NEEDED TO REACH $12,500,000

Questions should be directed to:Carol Ostlind, Director of Development713.580.6027 or costlind@houstonchristian.org

Gift Levels

$2,500,000 or more$1,000,000 to $2,499,999

$500,000 to $999,999$250,000 to $499,999$100,000 to $249,999$50,000 to $99,999$30,000 to $49,999$10,000 to $29,999$5,000 to $9,999

Up to $5,000

Number of Gifts Needed

1336

1220253050

Many

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