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Lakeland Christian School's Engage Magazine - Spring 2013
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{ spring 2013 }
LCS InSpIreS a LIfetIme of Le aderShIp
‘Class Clown’ Everett Bracken Establishes Ministry for Greater Atlanta StudentsI n S I d e feature >
On the hOrizOn
Leadership development is a key component of the LCS mission. What guides the LCS
leadership development effort? What kind of leaders are we trying to develop?
The leadership of King David is described in Psalm 78:72. “And David shepherded them with
integrity of heart; with skillful hands he led them.” The leader must have integrity and skill. The
leader is often seen in public but must realize that integrity of heart is formed in quiet, private
moments of decision out of the public eye. A heart for God, His Word and His Truth is cultivated
in time spent in study and prayer. Failure here is often exposed in public later. David’s moral
failure is well documented, but it should also be noted that he dealt with his private sin with
both private and public repentance. Would that more of our leaders saw repentance as
an essential leadership posture!
David’s leadership was also skillful. Enthusiasm and vision fall flat if the leader is incapable
of instilling passion and direction to those he/she would lead. Shepherding skill combines
courage and compassion in the leading of others. The shepherd-leader guides those who
follow with an awareness of dependency on the Great Shepherd. We hope you enjoy this
edition of Engage as we share stories of those learning to lead with integrity and skill.
DR. MIKE SLIGH, Headmaster
MagazineEditor Sandy Johnson, Communications Specialist
Creative Design Clark/Nikdel/Powell
Cover Photography Kay Himmel, Beloved Images
ADmINIStrAtorS:
Dr. mike Sligh | Headmaster
Steve Wilson | Director of Advancement
Luci o’Byrne | Elementary Principal
Wayne Shimko | Secondary Principal
Darren Copeland | Assistant High School Principal
Keith overholt | Assistant middle School Principal
Julie rice | Director of Enrollment
John Douglass | Business manager
BoArD of DIrECtorS:
Kevin Knowlton – Chairman
Dan Green – Vice-Chairman
Beth Patteson – Secretary
Payton Albritton
Kristen Bolter
Dan DeLange
David miller
Jay mueller
Bill mutz
Dean Nederveld
Cory Petcoff
Steve Sligh
John tucker
Jim Wilbanks
magazine is published quarterly by
Lakeland Christian School and is distributed free
of charge to parents, grandparents, alumni and
friends of the school.
Send correspondence to:
Lakeland Christian School
Attn: Sandy Johnson
1111 forest Park Street
Lakeland, fL 33803
You may send emails to [email protected].
this magazine is printed by Area Litho, Lakeland, fL.
feature: Ev Bracken { 6 }
Side feature: Ian thomas { 12 }
Campusclamor@LCS { 14 }
Expressions@LCS { 16 }
faculty feature: Keith overholt { 18 }
Staff Scoop & fun Stuff { 20 & 21 }
Sports feature: Ashley Wilson { 22 }
Sportszone@LCS { 24 }
Alumni@LCS { 26 }
Cheerfulgivers@LCS { 30 }
LaKeLanD ChriStian SChOOL 1111 forest Park Street, Lakeland, florida 33803 | Phone 863-688-2771
fax 863-682-5637 | www.lcsonline.org | facebook: www.facebook.com/LCSVikings | twitter: www.twitter.com/LkldChristian
i n t h i S i S S u e :
WHY Engage ?
engage v. to commit; to involve intensely; to begin action
the new title for the LCS magazine describes — in one word —
a great deal about our passion for Christian schooling and the
effectual results. this active verb reflects our commitment to
fostering lives of vibrant faith, active learning and intentional
influence. teachers engage students, students engage in their
studies and co-curricular activities, and children and young people
are prepared to engage their culture for the Kingdom. Engage will
share encouraging stories of commitments to Christ, engagement
in learning and active applications of faith for a lifetime.
T h e m i s s i o n o f L a k e L a n d C h r i s T i a n s C h o o L
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{ }is to educate students in the light of God’s word to equip them for a
lifetime of learning, leadership, service and worship.
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from ‘CLaSS CLown’ to exeCutIve dIreCtor:Everett Bracken’s Foundation Shares the Love of Christ with High Schoolers
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F E A T U R E
Everett Bracken never planned to be a leader. A self-professed “class clown,”
Everett considered it his mission in high school to make people laugh. But his time
at Lakeland Christian instilled in him the importance of Christian education, and his
mission now is to provide a Christian education to students in the largest public
school system in the state of Georgia.
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mY CurIoSItY for tHE BIBLE WAS IGNItED At LCS, AS WAS mY
DESIrE to BE of HELP to otHEr PEoPLE. GoD uSED LCS to
BEGIN A WorK IN mE tHAt LED to A SurrENDErED HEArt AND
AN AmAzING JourNEY to WHErE I Am toDAY.
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HIGH SCHooL DAYS
Everett attended LCS for his junior and senior years
of high school, graduating in 1988. He played on the
varsity basketball and baseball teams and was a
founding member of the LCS chapter of the fellowship
of Christian Athletes. Everett recognizes three
teachers as having the greatest influence on him:
mrs. Judy oncu, Dr. mike Sligh and mr. Dean Johnson.
“Academically, mrs. oncu taught me how to study,
and she taught me why language arts is important,”
Everett said. “She also taught me that my mastery
of the English language was primordial at best. But
(and she would tell me not to start this sentence
with “but”), my love for words was born in her class.
Spiritually, mike Sligh and Dean Johnson both taught
me much about what being a follower of Jesus meant
in the way one thinks and lives. I could also relate to
them because of our common love for sports.”
Everett’s passion for sports also drove his career
aspirations in high school: “todd radford and I
were going to get our PE degrees, come back to coach
basketball at rival high schools, get a big house on a
lake and live the dream bachelor life. Sorry todd … I
let you down by changing majors and getting married.
In all honesty, it wouldn’t have been much of a rivalry,
because I would have dominated him.”
However, his brief time at LCS encouraged Everett to
look at the world differently and, ultimately, it set him
on a path to his future career.
“It was at LCS that I began to see that the world was
bigger than I had previously understood. Being able to
discuss AIDS, developing a knowledge of computers
and traveling to the Virgin Islands were all things that
helped me to develop a more global perspective.”
BEGINNING HIS CArEEr
After graduating from Bryan College in Dayton,
tennessee with a double major in Bible and Christian
Education, Everett was a youth pastor for 13 years
(three years in Chattanooga, tennessee and 10 years
in Stone mountain, Georgia).
In the late 1990s, Everett was introduced to the
concept of “released time religious education” where
Bible classes could be taught each day to public
high school students, just like any elective course.
the classes were held off campus and were privately
funded. they were being offered to public high school
students in northern Georgia but not in the metro
Atlanta area. Along with some friends, Everett began
to pray about how to bring Bible classes to the
students in Gwinnett County – the largest school
system in the state of Georgia, with 18 high schools.
CorE fouNDAtIoNS
After lengthy discussions with the school board,
Everett was given permission to establish released
time religious education programs in Gwinnett
County. With this permission, Core foundations
was established, and Everett began teaching
the first class in the fall of 2002.
E N G A G E f E At u r E continued
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“With the door opened, other communities in
Gwinnett County wanted to have the same classes
for their high school students, so we started to help
get new programs started. today, there are nine
Christian Learning Centers (CLC) providing these
classes, and two more will be starting in the fall,”
Everett said. “In essence, we take a great Bible
class like LCS provides and offer it to public high
school students as one of their electives. We offer
four classes on a rotating basis: New testament
Survey, Comparative religion, Stories from the
old testament and following Jesus.”
As the Executive Director of Core foundations, Everett’s
responsibilities include oversight of the program. He
hires, trains and oversees the teachers and staff. He
also connects with high school principals to build and
maintain positive relationships. Each local CLC has a
leadership team that fundraises, recruits, develops a
budget and provides teacher support. Everett works
directly with these leadership teams to make sure
everything is running well.
He also teaches two classes a day at his local
high school.
“I love high school students and have devoted my
life to them. they are the reason I do what I do, and
teaching is my lifeline for staying connected with the
people we are trying to reach.”
running Core foundations is not without its
challenges, but the benefits outweigh the challenges.
Because the school system cannot publicize the
classes, Core foundations relies on word-of-mouth
advertising. And like other non-profit ministries,
fundraising is always a challenge. Core foundations
relies on the generosity of churches, businesses
and individuals.
the students who choose to take the elective Bible
classes come from a variety of backgrounds and
possess a vast range of knowledge about God.
“I love high school students and have devoted my
life to them. They are the reason I do what I do,
and teaching is my lifeline for staying connected
with the people we are trying to reach.”
E N G A G E f E At u r E continued
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“many of our students have no background with
God, Jesus or the church. for most of them, our
class is the first time they have had a chance to
hear about the Kingdom of God. It is an amazing
opportunity to be the first to introduce them to God.
for other students, our class provides a chance for
them to grow deeper in an already vibrant faith. We
help train students to engage the world from
a Christian worldview.”
Since its beginnings in 2002, Everett and his
team have experienced innumerable rewards
from the ministry.
“one of the best things about being involved in
this ministry is hearing from former students who
express gratitude for what we did for them. We’ve
seen former students go on to lead Bible studies
for their frat brothers, some who went on to further
study the Bible in college and seminary. others who
see their jobs as opportunities to serve, and others
who are now married with children and are still
following Jesus.”
tHE futurE of CorE fouNDAtIoNS
today, there are nine Christian Learning Centers in
Gwinnett County. But one of the main goals of Core
foundations is to provide every high school student
in metro Atlanta with the opportunity to learn
about Jesus Christ.
“to that end, we have to have a CLC for the
remaining seven schools in Gwinnett County by
2015,” Everett said. “We are also planning to offer
our first classes for fulton County students in the
fall of 2014, which will open the door for all of the
17 high schools in that county.”
“many of our students have no background with
God, Jesus or the church. for most of them, our class
is the first time they have had a chance to hear
about the Kingdom of God.”
His brief time at LCS encouraged Everett to look
at the world differently and, ultimately, it set
him on a path to his future career.
» Quick facts:Full Name: Everett Bracken
Family: Wife Susan, Daughter Lauren (19),
Son Daniel (14)
Favorite teacher at lcS: mrs. oncu
Favorite claSS: Bible
BeSt lcS memory: Cranking the game-winning
homer against rival Evangel Christian for the 2-1
victory and to preserve my pitching win
cloSeSt FrieNdS From lcS: todd radford,
Joel Jeffries, Laura Coachman, Holly Wright,
marsha musick, Alison Batts, Sarah Kearney
claSS you wiSh you had takeN at lcS:
Entrepreneurship during the Dark Ages
dream JoB: I’m doing it! Seriously.
iF you wereN’t executive director oF core
FouNdatioNS, what would you do? Play guard
and throw alley oops to LeBron for the miami Heat
(on Xbox 360) or be a comedy writer in Hollywood.
tHE LCS fouNDAtIoN
Everett’s time at Lakeland Christian School instilled
in him a love for studying the Scriptures and set
him on the path to where he is today: the leader
of a ministry with the goal of sharing Christ
with students.
“I never planned to be a ‘leader,’” Everett said. “I
have only ever wanted to hang out with and disciple
teenagers as best I know how. I was the “class
clown,” not “most likely to succeed.” But I do love
to dream of new and better ways to do things, so
somehow God has used that about me to initiate this
movement in our county. my curiosity for the Bible
was ignited at LCS, as was my desire to be of help
to other people. God used LCS to begin a work in
me that led to a surrendered heart and an amazing
journey to where I am today.”
“I am so grateful for the administrators, staff,
teachers and supporters of LCS who worked
together to have an impact on my life. I would not
be where I am today had it not been for Lakeland
Christian School.”
for more information about Everett and the Core
foundations, please visit www.corefoundations.org.
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When Ian thomas showed up on the florida State
university campus is the fall of 2008, he planned on
leaving tallahassee four years later with a degree in
meteorology. Instead, just five years after he left
Lakeland Christian School, Ian will return to his alma
mater as a member of the high school Bible faculty
for the 2013-2014 school year.
So how does one jump from meteorology to religion
in the course of a few years? for Ian, it was his
educational foundation at LCS, his involvement in
Christian Campus fellowship (CCf) and four oaks
Community Church, and the mentorship of older, godly
men in his life who showed him the calling that God
had on his life for full-time ministry.
“So much of who I am today was shaped and
formed by my time and experience as a student at
LCS,” Ian said. “first and foremost, I was given a
strong foundation in the gospel and the Word of
God. I enjoyed reading through C.S. Lewis and the
challenging discussions and topics from Dr. Sligh and
mr. Stabler that I know prepared me for college and the
rest of my life so well. Senior Bible was one of the first
classes that I realized I had a passion for reading and
studying theology and apologetics – a big reason
why I am where I am today in ministry and soon
returning to teach Bible.”
As he started his freshmen year at fSu, Ian
immediately got connected with CCf and joined
four oaks Community Church – two decisions that
he believes were instrumental in shaping his time
at florida State.
“for an idea of what our campus life is like, there are
a little over 40,000 or so students at fSu, and only
10 percent of these students claim to be Christians,”
Ian said. “that leaves around 36,000 students who are
lost and are in slavery to the world and sin. It was
different but refreshing to be around people who
weren’t Christians and didn’t claim to be Christians. It
immediately gave me a mission field to engage people
with the love of Christ and also gave me a healthy
reminder that there are really lost people in the world
who need to be loved—something that can be difficult
to really grasp until God places you in that setting.”
side FeATURe
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from meteoroLogy to reLIgIon: How one Graduate’s Calling will Bring Him Back to LCS
for his sophomore year, Ian had the opportunity
to live in the CCf house and serve as part of the
resident ministry team. He began leading small
group Bible studies and helping the CCf staff with
other responsibilities. Soon after, he changed his
major to religion and set out to prepare for
full-time ministry.
“I knew it would be a challenging major on a
major secular campus, as many of my teachers and
students did not believe the Bible to be true and
were sometimes even hostile to Christianity,” Ian
said. “Despite the difficulties in the program, my
religion classes challenged me to be able to defend
my faith, especially my understanding of God’s Word
with people who are highly skeptical.”
“I purposefully took a lot of course work in
Biblical studies so that I could engage with students
and professors who had an interest in this area, as
well as challenge myself to be able to back up
what I believe and what I was taught during my
time at LCS.”
After graduating from fSu in December 2011 with a
degree in religion, Ian stayed at florida State as a
full-time staff member with CCf. Ian was responsible
for leading small groups, developing and writing
small group curriculum, preaching on a regular basis,
ministering to and sharing the gospel with students,
running the operations of the weekly on campus
meeting, serving as head resident on the CCf
property, training and equipping the CCf student
leaders, and handling logistics for the fall and
spring retreats.
Ian has served on the staff of CCf for the past year
and a half, but will transition back to LCS for the new
school year.
“I am so excited for the opportunity to give back to
the school that meant so much to my life and also to
be part of a culture that is committed to educating
students in the light of God’s Word. I am also excited
that many of the administrators and teachers who
were around during my time at LCS are still at the
school. I am humbled and excited to be working
alongside of them now in this position.”
As Ian begins teaching and impacting the lives of
current LCS students before they head off to college,
his best advice it to get plugged in early at a church
and campus ministry and to work hard and be a
good student.
“I would also give a big push to current LCS students
not to keep their faith bottled up when they get to
college. for most of them, there will never be a
greater and easier mission field than a college
campus, and they have been equipped and know
so much from their time at LCS.”
moving back to Lakeland and starting a new
teaching job are just two of the major changes that
Ian is looking forward to in the upcoming months.
Another exciting change for Ian is his upcoming
wedding to fiancé molly, whom he met at florida
State. they are planning a December wedding.
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“I am so excited for the opportunity to give back to
the school that meant so much to my life and also to
be part of a culture that is committed to educating
students in the light of God’s Word.”
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on Saturday, march 16, LCS rISE Institute
student Evan mcLoughlin won the chemistry/
biochemistry division at the orlando Science Center
Challenge, a science fair competition featuring the
winners in the physical and environmental science
categories in the six surrounding counties. Evan
earned a medal and a $200 cash prize. His project
investigated the effect of methylphenidate (ritalin)
on cricket action potentials. only one award was
given per category. Jacquelyn moseley and taylor
o’Byrne also represented Polk County and LCS
with excellence with their investigation of oE
protozoan on monarch butterflies. Victoria
Benson, another member of their research
team, was ill and could not participate.
LCS senior Hannah
Duncan has been awarded
the prestigious Presidential
Scholarship from Samford
university in Alabama. She
will receive $18,500 each
year for four years. the
Presidential Scholarship is awarded to students who
have distinguished records of achievement and who
intentionally use their exceptional talents, abilities
and personal commitments to better society. Hannah
is the daughter of Glen and Betty Duncan.
Junior Derek Andersen recently
won first place in the Lakeland
South rotary Speech Contest.
He will go on to compete at
the Group level. the topic of
this year’s contest was “Peace
through Service.” Derek is the
son of David and Katy Andersen.
the LCS faculty and the senior
class nominated senior Scott
Benton as this year’s Daughters
of the American revolution Good
Citizenship Award winner. this
award recognizes students for
their dependability, service,
leadership and patriotism.
Scott is the son of randall
and Karla Benton.
Congratulations to LCS seniors Lymaries Velez,
Scott Benton and Christina Sierra on being
recipients of the Elk’s Club most Valuable Student
Scholarships. Christina moved on to the State
level and won an additional $4,000. Scott is the
son of randall and Karla Benton. Christina is the
daughter of Luis and Elizabeth Sierra, and Lymaries
is the daughter of Kenny and Ana Velez.
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three LCS chess players participated in the Polk
County Scholastic Chess Association Championship
tournament held march 16. Players were divided into
16-player sections based on their performance during
the regular season. Competing in their A Sections (the
second-highest) Braden tan finished 2-2 in the Primary
Division and Christian Herman scored 1.5 points in the
Elementary Division. they received tournament knight
trophies. tom Bowers competed in the E Section in the
middle Division and won a second place trophy with a
score of 3-1. Coach mark Williams was pleased with the
team’s performance, winning 54 percent of their games.
the regular season is four monthly tournaments starting
in october and a final Championship tournament in
march. Coach Williams is hoping to have several more
players from the two weekly chess clubs ready to
compete next season.
Several LCS middle school students in the rISE Institute
competed in the State Science fair during spring break.
Congratulations to the following students on winning
awards and recognitions: Seventh graders Jacquelyn
moseley, Victoria Benson and taylor o’Byrne teamed
up and placed second in the microbiology category for
their project entitled “the fight for flight: Investigating
ophryocystis elektroscirrha.” they also received the
united States Department of Agriculture (uSDA)
Agricultural research Service Award of Excellence and
an invitation to participate in the prestigious Broadcom
mAStErS research competition. this was their first
State Science fair competition.
Seventh grader Evan
mcLoughlin won first place in
the Biochemistry division for his
project investigating the effect
of methylphenidate on cricket
neuron action potentials.
In addition, he received the Dr.
Benjamin Cole Award of $100
and was nominated for the
Broadcom mAStErS science
research competition.
Competing in her third State
Science fair, eighth grader
Julia Canady placed first in the
Botony division and received
the Ying Scholar $500 Grand
Award for Best in Show –
Junior Biological Sciences.
Additionally, Julia received a
uSDA Award of Excellence,
a $25 award from Brevard
Intercostal and the $50 James f. miley Award. She
was also invited to participate in the Broadcom
mAStErS research science competition.
Lee Wall (mathematics) and
Kacey mewborn (zoology) also
competed at the fair.
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At the Platform Art Show on
Saturday, february 23, second
grader Kylee Cress won first place
overall for her watercolor painting
of an elephant. this piece can be
viewed at Artsonia.com.
on Saturday, march 2, three students won awards at
Bartow’s “Bloomin’ Art Show.” Kylee Cress (second
grade) won first place for her watercolor elephant.
fifth grader matthew Albritton won second place for
his cubist collage, and second grader Alyssa Stahl
won third place for her tempera and chalk painting.
LCS submitted 20 pieces of art for display at the event.
the annual ACSI Art festival was held the week of
march 4. LCS elementary students scored high with
17 Superior and three Excellent ribbons. third
grader Emma Galbraith earned a perfect score for
her artwork. Superior ratings went to the
following students:
fifth graders: matthew Albritton,
Alexandra Clements, trey Hannum
fourth graders: rachel Branham
third graders: Sara Kate foster, mary Nannette
Boyce, Emma Galbraith, Gaines Alexander
Second graders: Carley Hampton, Gretchen
Caswell, Lily manibusan, Emmy Lou Varnum
first Graders: Nicholas Simpson, Amelia Boyce
Kindergarteners: Cale Strickland, Amanda otero
Excellent ribbons were given to fourth graders
Caleb Jones, J.t. Stacy and Sun Woo Lee.
Congratulations to the LCS Junior High Choir on
earning straight Superior ratings from all four judges
at the District 12 music Performance Assessment
sponsored by the florida Vocal Association on
thursday, April 4. the choir consists of 54 seventh
and eighth graders, who performed two pieces
on stage and also sight-read both rhythmic and
three-part harmony exercises. the event was
held at tenoroc High School.
LCS elementary student artists have participated in a number of shows recently. Congratulations to the following students on their outstanding artistic accomplishments:
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Congratulations to the following band students who
performed at the State Band Solo & Ensemble music
Performance Assessment on tuesday, April 2:
Superior: maria Baker – flute Solo;
Jonathan murray – trumpet Solo; maria Baker
and Kaylee mills – flute Duet
Excellent: Christina Sierra – Alto Sax Solo;
Derek Andersen – Alto Sax Solo
Congratulations to the following members of the high
school Chamber Ensemble and Concert Choir who
participated in the State Solo & Ensemble at Seminole
State College in Sanford on thursday, march 21:
Superior rating: Emily Carl (vocal solo); Sophia Hafner
(vocal solo); Kara Stacy (vocal solo)
Excellent rating: Vaviel Verner and Laurel Hesseltine
(vocal duet); Emily Carl, Amanda fulton,
Sarah Kettelkamp, Kirsti mutz (vocal quartet)
on february 27, members of the high school Chamber
Ensemble and Concert Choir performed the National
Anthem at the Detroit tigers/Atlanta Braves spring
training game at Joker marchant Stadium. While at the
game, students had the opportunity to take photos
with florida Governor rick Scott, who was working
at the game that day.
the Lakeland Christian School Library now features
artwork on display by students in grades K4-12. the
artwork is displayed on the walls and on easels all
throughout the library. the pieces will be rotated
on a quarterly basis. You can view photos on
the LCS facebook page.
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Equipping students for a lifetime of leadership is one
important aspect of the Lakeland Christian School
mission statement, and one of the best ways to equip
students is to show them what strong leadership looks
like. At LCS, there is no shortage of good leaders, and
assistant middle school principal Keith overholt is
definitely one of them.
mr. overholt came to Lakeland Christian right after
graduating from Baptist Bible College with a degree
in elementary education. He taught fourth grade for
two years, sixth grade for nine years and has served
as an administrator for nine years. the transition from
teacher to administrator was a natural one for him.
“When I was still in the classroom, I started
doing some tasks outside the teaching area,”
overholt said. “I found that those tasks
energized me. over time, it became obvious
to me that the Lord had given me some gifts
and skills that would be a good fit
for an administrator.
I also had some conversations with my administrators
who encouraged me in that direction.”
Among those who mentored mr. overholt was
Dr. Hubert Hartzler, the head of the graduate school
at Baptist Bible College, where Keith earned his
master’s degree in Christian school education and
administration. mr. Wayne Shimko and Dr. mike Sligh
are two other leaders who have mentored Keith.
Since becoming an administrator, Keith has
spearheaded many student leadership programs
at LCS, including the Student Leadership university
(SLu) program that equips students with the
necessary skills to step up as leaders and to
understand worldview issues.
LCS students participate in three different levels
of the SLu program. In SLu 101, students attend
a conference in orlando where they are prepared
to be leaders.
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faculty fEatuRE
LeadIng by exampLe: Assistant Middle School Principal Keith Overholt Spearheads Leadership Initiatives on Campus
many conversations are sparked each day by mr. overholt’s vast tie collection. most are gifts from current and former students.
they learn about time management, the importance of
being a reader, personality styles and temperaments,
dealing with people, understanding a biblical
worldview, and having dreams and goals.
Students in SLu 201 make the trip to Washington,
D.C. where they have the opportunity to interact with
leaders of our government. they are challenged to look
outside of themselves and to influence others.
In SLu 301, students are exposed to places of
historical and cultural significance during a summer
trip to Europe. the program stresses the importance
of being knowledgeable about what is happening
in the world so that students can be relevant
future leaders.
In addition to leading the SLu program, Keith teaches
Life Calling, a class that helps students recognize
that God has a purpose for each life and that He is
preparing each individual student intentionally
for that purpose.
“We talk about biblical worldview,” Keith said. “We
spend a lot of time analyzing how God has designed
each person individually with gifts, abilities, interests
and dreams. We talk about goals and spend time
talking about their future. many of the ideas in the
class tie closely with ideas that are dealt with
in various SLu trips.”
many of the students in the SLu program go on to
serve as class officers and leaders of various athletic
teams, fine arts groups and clubs.
“As students have ideas, we are willing to work with
them and mentor them along the way,” Keith said.
“We want to foster their ideas.”
the SLu program and other leadership initiatives
at Lakeland Christian have helped many students
in various ways.
“one of the main things I’ve seen is students having
confidence to step up and try new things and step up
to lead,” Keith said. “I’ve seen students share ideas
and pursue their individual callings more fervently.
Students are being more intentional about what they
would like to accomplish and working to that end.”
Keith was raised in Hazel Park, michigan before
moving to Schroon Lake, New York for his high school
years. After graduating from Baptist Bible College,
he married LCS grad Jennifer oncu (Class of 1990).
the couple has six children – Carter, olivia,
reese, Jackson, Ellie and Ainsley.
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iN additioN to leadiNg the Slu program, keith teacheS liFe calliNg, a claSS that
helpS StudeNtS recogNize that god haS a purpoSe For each liFe aNd that he iS
prepariNg each iNdividual StudeNt iNteNtioNally For that purpoSe.
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lakeland christian School
science resource teacher
Fred wiechmann was the
recipient of a “Best
mannered teacher” award by
the National league of Junior
cotillions (NlJc), golden triangle chapter. the
NlJc is an etiquette and social dance training
program that involves thousands of students
nationwide. mr. wiechmann was nominated by
lcS student alex Babcock-latta, who wrote an
essay outlining his positive characteristics, how
he showed courtesy and respect for students and
why he is a good role model.
lakeland christian School is pleased to
announce that three new members have been
added to the lcS Board of directors. mrs. kristen
Bolter, mr. david miller and mr. cory petcoff
were recently elected to the board. this is the
culmination of a protocol of several months that
has included a thorough application, interview
and orientation process and participation in board
meetings as guests for the past three months.
“we are grateful for their commitment to
christian schooling and to lcS,” said dr. mike
Sligh, headmaster. “i know they will appreciate
your prayers as they serve in this important role.”
mrs. gaye lene hasha, a
member of the middle school
faculty, was recently invited
to join two honor societies –
phi kappa phi and kappe
delta pi. mrs. hasha is currently working on her
master of education (emphasis in english education)
at the university of South Florida.
mrs. Sandy Nilius (3rd grade), mrs. debbie Stump (3rd
grade), mr. Fred wiechmann (science resource teacher)
and mrs. Jennifer canady (riSe institute director)
recently traveled to St. louis, missouri for a National
Science teacher’s association Stem conference. they
look forward to implementing new and innovative
ideas at lcS. Stem stands for Science, technology,
engineering and mathematics. left to right: cory petcoff, kristen Bolter and david miller
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We asked members of the LCS family to tell us what some of their favorite iPad/iPhone/ Android apps are. Here are some of our favorite responses »
Next iSSue’S QueStioN:
what is your perfect summer day? tell us by emailing Sandy Johnson at [email protected].
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“Find my iphone. i lose my
phone all the time!”
– Jen overholt, lcS ’90 grad
and school parent
“my password keeper. too many
passwords to keep track of. grrr!”
– lynn pruim, administrative
assistant in Secondary office
“runkeeper. it measures, paces
and maps my runs. it also sends me
sarcastic notifications to get me
off the couch when i get lazy.”
– rob Beaudreault, school
parent and former lcS teacher
“red Stamp. it is an app that lets
you design cards that you can text
or post on Facebook. i like to use it
for birthday wishes and to send
encouragement to friends.”
– ellen oncu, Second grade teacher
“art Studio!”
– campbell rice, eighth grader
temple run 2. also, the Bible
app. i use it all the time.”
– reid reynolds, tenth grader
“the weather app, and my
flashlight app.”
– claudia powell, administrative
assistant in the headmaster
and advancement offices
“all my social media apps: Facebook,
twitter, pinterest and instagram.”
– Sandy Johnson, communication
Specialist and engage
magazine editor
Engage: How many years did you attend LCS? Ashley: five years
Engage: What sports did you play at LCS, and what were some
of your major accomplishments?
Ashley: I played both basketball and softball from 2003 until 2008.
for basketball, I was the mVP in 2004-2005. I earned the girls’ varsity
leadership award in 2008. I made The Ledger’s All-County Honorable mention
in 2004-2005 and 2005-2006. I was Second team All-County in 2006-2007 and
first team All County in 2007-2008. for softball, I was the outstanding
offensive Player in 2006-2007, the Defensive mVP in 2007-2008 and
All-County Honorable mention from The Ledger in 2006-2007
and 2007-2008.
Engage: Besides sports, what else were you
involved with during your time at LCS?
Ashley: to be honest, when I was at LCS, academics and
sports were my main focus. I was involved in fCA, and I
volunteered in the community at Lakeland regional medical
Center and Jesse Keen Elementary. But as far as school, I
didn’t have any extracurricular activities outside my sports.
Engage: Who are some of the people who influenced you the
most during your time at LCS?
Ashley: that’s a tough question because LCS changed my life, and I often
think of the person I could have been without LCS. Coach overholt is
definitely at the top of my list. He taught me that basketball is more than
just a game I love; it’s a way to minister to others. mr. musick was beyond
an amazing science teacher. my love for science became even more
apparent in his class. mr. Livesay and mrs. oncu were so instrumental
because they were awesome teachers and so supportive in and out of
the classroom. mrs. Boulet was my outlet, and I thank her for that! my
friends and teammates were amazing. I may not have realized it then
but I look back on it now ... I loved LCS!
Engage: Describe the high school Ashley Wilson.
Ashley: though on the court or the field I made myself known, I was actually
really shy. for the most part, I stuck with my core group of friends and disliked
being the center of attention. my competitive nature carried over into the
classroom. I got along with everyone. I think I had a pretty good relationship
with all of my teachers. But for the most part, to this day, I’m still that girl who
played basketball at LCS!
During her high school career at Lakeland Christian, alum Ashley Wilson (Class of 2008) racked up a number of
awards for both basketball and softball. After graduation, Ashley played basketball at Covenant College before
transferring back to Lakeland to play for Southeastern university. After graduating with a degree in biology in may
2012, she joined the SEu fire staff as an assistant basketball coach for the women’s basketball team.
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sports FEAtUrE
Engage: What are some of your best memories
from your time at LCS?
Ashley: In mr. Livesay’s class on fridays, we would
have performances by the Cheesy Biscuits (David
Hungerford, michael mutz, Hunter Abramson and
Weston rayborn). Everyone who knows them knows
that it was quite entertaining. In mr. musick’s class, I
remember him killing a fly with a rubber band one day.
And that same year, he caught a rat with a cupcake!
of course basketball stands out. my senior year we
only lost five games in the regular season and fell one
game short of the state tournament. the coolest part
is that our softball team made it just as far that year.
Lastly, mrs. Boulet and I had a blast together when I
was her teacher’s aide. Seriously, I left there with tears
in my eyes almost every day from laughing.
Engage: What are some of the things that you learned/
experienced at LCS that have helped shape who you
are today?
Ashley: I learned that adversity hits in life, but when
you are faced with it, approach it head on because in
Christ all things are possible. Also, it was no secret
that as a student at LCS, I was one of only three or four
African American kids in my class. I never thought it
would bother me, but at times, cultural differences
were noticeable. I gained a new confidence and
security in myself.
Engage: When you were in high school, what did you
plan on doing with your life?
Ashley: my goal was to play professionally overseas
and then come home to finish medical school to
become a neonatologist. None of that played out, but I
will be a nurse practitioner specializing in pediatrics or
neonatology within the next two and a half years,
so I’m happy about that.
Engage: After playing college basketball, how soon
did you start coaching?
Ashley: I graduated from SEu in may and was named
assistant coach in July or August.
Engage: Why did you decide to become a coach?
Is it something you planned on doing or did it
surprise you?
Ashley: I spent my time every summer working
basketball camps at Heritage Baptist and at LCS,
ministering and teaching the game of basketball,
which is obviously a passion of mine. the opportunity
to coach came up, and it was a way to bridge the gap
of my career ending and starting a new chapter. It was
very much a surprise. I’m not sure if I will be coaching
at SEu this coming season because of school, but I
really enjoyed myself.
Engage: Do you want to continue coaching
in the future?
Ashley: Now that I have had a taste of coaching, it has
made me rethink some things. I would love to coach
college basketball, though it was never in my plan. But
let’s face it … my original plan is out the window, so
after I get my master’s degree, I may wholeheartedly
pursue it for a few years. maybe you’re looking at
the next Pat Summitt. or maybe I’ll come back to LCS
someday and coach. Either way, I’d love to do it.
Engage: Besides coaching, what else do
you like to do?
Ashley: I’m a teller at midflorida Credit union.
Engage: What advice do you have for current
LCS students?
Ashley: follow your heart. If what makes you happy
glorifies God, do so with all your heart. People will
notice that there is something different about you. Be
a light for Him. Being a student at LCS, you somewhat
live in a bubble. But don’t look at that as a bad thing …
be thankful that you have amazing teachers and
staff who will help prepare you for what tomorrow
has in store.
Engage: the mission of Lakeland Christian School is
to educate students in the light of God’s word to equip
them for a lifetime of learning, leadership, service and
worship. How do you think that LCS did preparing you
for life?
Ashley: of course you will experience things in college
you would never experience in high school, but with
the help of LCS, I had a solid foundation which helps
me stand firm in my faith.
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footBALLoffensive Small School Player of the Year:
Christian Alexander
Second team offense: Christian Alexander
and Jordan White
third team offense: rafeal Pressley and Cody Averitt
offense Honorable mention: Houston may,
Leroy Deshazor, and Grady Sharpe
Defense Honorable mention: Brad Peace,
Livingston Boulerice, and Caleb thomas
VoLLEYBALLHonorable mention: Brooke Wilsman, madison Pike,
Karlee Smith
SWIm/DIVEfirst team: Ly Velez and Carson Knox
Honorable mention: Stephanie Powers, Sarah mora,
tori Green, Hannah Giddings, Chloe Wineinger,
Stephen mutz, Derek Andersen, Jamie Aspinwall
GoLfSecond team: trent Harris
CroSS CouNtrYfemale runner of the Year: mallory White
Honorable mention: Jessica fuller, Brittany Lewis,
Kennedy Lewis, and Breanna Skladanek
BoYS’ BASKEtBALLSecond team: Will Portlock
Honorable mention: Brooks Wilson, Phil Wilsman,
Jordan White, michael oh
GIrLS’ BASKEtBALLHonorable mention: tess Horne, Jessie Andrew
BoYS’ SoCCErCoach of the Year: Grandy Streets
first team: Josh Sessums
Second team: Alex Sessums
Honorable mention: Blake Crosby, Luke Cabrera,
Price Cassidy, Chase turbeville, Cort Schofield,
Andrew Elliott
GIrLS’ SoCCErfirst team: Bailee mathers, Sydney rayborn,
Josie Koretchko, Bri folds
Second team: Charlie Eaves
Honorable mention: Carly Knox, Skyler Streets,
Ashlyne Wells, taylor tippel, mary Catherine Peace
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Congrats to the following LCS athletes who were named to The Ledger’s 2012-13 fall and winter All-County teams:
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the Lady Vikings made it to the State Semifinals before falling to
St. John’s Country Day School 1-0. freshman soccer standout
Bri folds led the Lady Vikings and all of Polk County with goals
and assists this past season. In mid-January, Bri was honored
as the Brighthouse 47 Player of the Week.
» Camp registrationLakeland Christian School is currently
holding registration for summer sports
camps. Programs are available for
students in K5 through ninth grade,
including boys’ and girls’ soccer, boys’
basketball, cheerleading, middle school
football, volleyball and softball. A full
flyer and registration form are available
at www.lcsonline.org/athletics.
Contact the LCS Athletic office if
you have questions.
the florida Athletic Coaches Association announced their
fall awards, and several from LCS were included on the list.
Congratulations to the following Vikings:
Swim coach Kristin Livesay (LCS Class of 2005)
on being named the 1A Coach of the Year.
Junior Derek Andersen on being named to the
fACA 1A Academic All-State team.
Senior Jordan White was selected to the
3A All-State football team, and sophomore
Christian Alexander received an
honorable mention.
Swim Coach Kristin Livesay
Derek Andersen
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2000s
Brice futch (’11) is currently with the Word of Life
Impact team traveling the country promoting the
Word of Life Bible Institute as well as sharing the
gospel and ministering in local churches.
Ethan marquis, (’11) enlisted
in the united States Air force,
completed Basic training in
october at Lackland Air force
Base in San Antonio, tX and is
currently in tech School for
Security forces. Ethan graduated in January and will
be stationed in Aviano, Italy for three years.
Jordan Cox (’09) graduated from the Le Cordon
Bleu College of Culinary Arts, specializing in french
Cuisine, in June 2012. He is employed as the Sous
Chef at the founder’s Club in Sarasota, florida.
Dylan Griffin (’09) married Brittany Burnetti (’09)
at the ritz-Carlton in Sarasota. Dylan is currently
working as a financial representative at Northwestern
mutual and Brittany is interning at Berkley Charter
in Auburndale in a fourth grade class. Brittany
graduated from Southeastern university this spring.
Ashley Pyle (’08) married Devin Behrens July 2012
and is currently living in tallahassee attending
Graduate School at fSu. Ashley is studying to
obtain her master’s in social work.
Laura Kirby (’08) is teaching third grade at Winston
Elementary. Laura also coaches the LCS swim team
and track and field team in the spring.
Weston rayborn (’08) is living in Lakeland
attending a discipleship program called mission
florida. Weston is a licensed minister in the
Church of God and is pursuing full-time mission
work overseas. Weston owns a photography
company called “Kalos Photography.”
Stevens (Seve) tombrink (’08) graduated from
florida State university where he earned a Bachelor
of Science degree in Sports management, as well
as minors in Business and Communications. Seve
is currently working for technisource as a technical
recruiter in the city of tallahassee, florida.
Kyle Crouse (’07) married Laura Barrand (’07)
october 1, 2011 and graduated from Palm Beach
Atlantic university in 2011. Laura is working as a
registered nurse on a surgical orthopedic floor at
Jupiter medical Center. Kyle has a bachelor’s degree
in business management and is working towards a
second bachelor’s and a master’s degree in orthotics
and prosthetics.
Kimberly townsend (’07) graduated with a bachelor’s
degree in civil engineering from florida tech in may
2011 and is working for the uS Army Corps of
Engineers in Galveston, texas.
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mark Cabrera (’06) and wife Kyli are the proud
parents of Haven Everly Cabrera born 12/21/2012.
they currently reside in ft. Wayne, Indiana.
Jericha o’Steen (’06) graduated from Cornell
College with a degree in Kinesiology. She is
currently working in insurance as an account
executive in orlando, florida.
Kyle Sligh (’06) graduated from the university
of florida and is presently attending seminary at
reformed theological Seminary. He is working
at Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church in
ocala, florida.
marie Kirby Davidson (’05) married robert Davidson,
June 3, 2011 and is loving married life. the couple
moved to Burlington, North Carolina after marie
took a job at Elon university in August 2011 as the
Women’s Basketball and Cross Country Athletic
trainer. robert works for KPmG as a senior associate
auditor. they are members of Harvest Baptist Church.
Sean mcNutt (’05) and wife
Samantha are the proud
parents of a beautiful baby
girl, Lorelai. Lorelai was
born January 26, 2013, and
weighed 4 lbs, 2 oz.
ozzie mutz (’04) and wife
Johanna are the proud
parents of Shiloh mcCune
mutz, born october 19, 2012.
Shiloh weighed 8 lbs. and
was 21 inches long. the
family currently lives just
outside of Boulder,
Colorado and enjoys all of the outdoor activities
God’s country has to offer.
Sarah Beth Clement (’07) graduated from the
university of Alabama in may, receiving her master
of Accountancy. Having completed the C.P.A. exam,
Sarah Beth joined PricewaterhouseCoopers this fall
as an assurance associate in Birmingham, Alabama.
Josh (‘03) and Greta (DeLange) friend (‘04) recently
moved to Seattle, Washington. Josh works as a
structural analysis engineer for Boeing. on march
30, 2013, daughter madelyn rae was born. She
joins big sisters Corrianne (4) and Amelia (2).
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» Note to Alumni Parents:
if your former student no longer
lives in your home but still receives
mail from lakeland christian at your
address, please email claudia powell
at [email protected] to update
their alumni information. you can
also make your updates online at:
http://www.lcsonline.org/support-lcs/
alumni-information-form
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1990s
Ben forlaw (’98) and wife Danielle live in Suwanee,
Georgia with their children riley Brooke and William
David. Ben is employed with Displayit, Inc.
April Wiechmann (’98) is living in Lakeland and
teaching seventh grade Life Science at Crystal
Lake middle School.
Nicole Sanchez (’97) and Hall Escowitz were
united in marriage on December 3, 2011, at the
omni Champions Gate in Celebration, florida.
the ceremony was officiated by the reverend
Jim Campbell. Nicole is a graduate of Samford
university and florida Southern College with a
master’s degree in nursing. She is currently
employed at LrmC as manager of mother/Baby
unit. Hal is a graduate of the university of
California, Los Angeles and Drexel university
College of medicine. He is currently a physician
in the LrmC Emergency Department. the
couple resides in Lakeland.
fred (’97) and Christina Wiechmann are the proud
parents of Christian (5), Eden (4) and rivers (1). the
family resides in Chattanooga, tennessee.
Bethel Stutzman Cleveland (’94), husband Paul
and big sister Karisa rose welcomed Kalena Grace
into the family on June 21, 2012.
» We love to hear from you. News about you is important to us and to your
former classmates. Please email Claudia Powell
at [email protected]. Planning your class
reunion? Claudia can also arrange for use of
facilities and will offer other helpful tips.
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Patricia Keil floyd (’93) is employed with troy
university in troy, Alabama as a student advisor.
Patricia and husband Ashley, along with big brothers,
Bradley (21), Blake (18) and tyler (14), welcomed
a sweet baby girl to the family – reese, born
September 13, 2012.
Keith Hubbard (’93) is in law enforcement in
Polk County and lives in south Lakeland.
Amanda Johnson (’99)graduated from florida
Southern College in 2003, with a B.A. in
communications and a minor in English. She serves
as a freelance writer and freelance consultant for
global missions and non-profit organizations. She is
currently freelancing with Love unVeiled (missions)
and serves as assistant editor and writer for ruby
for Women (Christian women’s magazine). In fall
2012, God led her to New England where she lives
and works on a horse farm while continuing
her freelance work. Her web site is
www.foreverinhimministries.com.
1980s
tammy Crouse (’87) is a supervisor for the Leesburg
Plaza on the florida turnpike.
terry Barrand (’82) is in her fifth year of employment
at LCS as the Elementary Administrative Assistant.
terry is enrolled at Polk State College and working
toward a BSN in nursing.
1970s
Alan Green (’78) is a local contractor serving
around the world through the ministry of
Construction for World Evangelism (CWE). Alan
has traveled to 26 countries in more than 40 mission
trips and has seen the God that lives within him do
amazing things all over the world. All surviving
members of the family have been on mission trips
around the world as well. they have seen God’s
faithfulness through the loss of two children
and many challenges. God is good … all the time!
to view even more alumni updates, please visit www.lcsonline.org/alumni/alum-notes/
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LCS Accepts Challenge!matching Gift offer Boosts Wrap-up Efforts
What if elementary students gathered for school
each day without access to SmArtBoards, a bank of
computers and the other learning amenities of their
beautiful, spacious, functional classrooms?
Can you imagine LCS football played anywhere other
than the spectacular Viking Stadium?
How about if Kindergartners were crammed –
elbow-to-elbow – in tiny, antiquated classroom space …
minus the space?
LCS students and families are certainly blessed
by the fact that these scenarios aren’t happening –
all because of the heartfelt generosity of people
who have made LCS a part of their stewardship
plans over the past several years.
that’s right, the unprecedented $23 million
transformation of the Lakeland Christian campus
has been funded, so far, entirely through private
giving. Parents, grandparents and other friends of
the school have stepped up to provide amazing
facilities for the benefit of the children and
young people of LCS.
It’s a remarkable blessing of the Lord that so much
has been given – more than seven times any previous
capital expansion project. And now, the school is
pleased to report that less than $500,000 remains
to be raised to complete this effort. Here’s how –
Just before Christmas, a generous ministry partner
issued a challenge designed to help LCS wrap-up
the campaign funding. this individual will issue a
$500,000 gift to Lakeland Christian the moment the
school receives $500,000 in commitments from the
date of the challenge. to date, $370,000 has been
committed, leaving only $130,000 to be raised
before the $500,000 challenge is met.
After the challenge is met and the matching $500,000
is received, the school will then need to receive just
under $300,000 in commitments to complete the
campaign. LCS is, clearly, on the home stretch!
the amount left to raise is certainly doable, in short
order. And the sooner this final amount is committed,
the faster we can pay off the loan and eliminate the
monthly interest expense to the school.
our plea? Will you be a part of the wrap-up? So many
gave to make our “new” campus possible in the first
place. We now need to finish paying for what we enjoy
each day. this is a financial priority for LCS. Can we
count on you?
for more information, or with help planning
your stewardship commitment, contact
Director of Advancement Steve Wilson at
[email protected] or at 863/688-2771.
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Giving has Never Been Easier!
As God moves in your heart to joyfully support His
work at LCS, you can easily provide a gift or make a
pledge online, at www.lcsonline.org.
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Sold!School Auction Helps make LCS Education Possible
Winning bidders – people like you and me – went home
with fancy baskets chock full of goodies, vacations to
exciting locales, autographed sports memorabilia and fun
Saturday-morning adventures with teachers. However, the
real winners were the students who will now be able to
attend LCS through the benevolence of the school’s
financial Aid fund.
that’s right – making Christian schooling accessible is the
purpose of the school’s annual spring auction. Bids, Burgers
& All that Jazz was enjoyed by more than 400 people who
gathered in early march in the fellowship hall of first
Presbyterian Church.
Attendees had the opportunity to place bids on 100
top-notch “silent auction” items before competing for 22
fabulous items in the live auction. A complimentary LCS
matriculation fee was the grand prize in the Chick-fil-A
cow-tipping contest. Patrons also enjoyed burgers, a
mashed potato bar and homemade banana pudding.
for the second consecutive year, $60,000 was raised through
this event for the LCS financial Aid fund. this money has
been placed in the fund and is part of the school’s efforts to
provide tuition assistance for those struggling financially to
have their children at Lakeland Christian.
the school anticipates a need of close to $500,000 for
the 2013-14 school year. As in past years, LCS expects the
demonstrated need to exceed the available funds, so
additional donations to this critical fund are appreciated –
especially by students whose LCS education is in jeopardy.
families in Crisis Scholarship fund
in Need of Support
Imagine losing a parent, losing both parents
or facing an unexpected family trauma that
took away the opportunity for a you to
continue at LCS. Children facing crisis on the
home front need stability in the other areas of
their lives. the last thing they should have to
deal with is changing schools and leaving the
friends and teachers that care for them.
Several years ago the families in Crisis
Scholarship fund was established to
enable LCS students facing these types of
circumstances to continue at LCS. the stability
of remaining with their friends and teachers
that care has been critical in helping these
children and young people adjust to some
very difficult situations.
the families in Crisis Scholarship fund has
provided a vehicle for school families and
friends to give tangible assistance to these
students in need. We are already aware of a
need for approximately $5000 for the coming
school year, and we would love to see
additional funds available to meet future
needs that may arise. Please consider an
investment in the lives of students who need
the continued support of LCS. Donations
should be designated for the families in
Crisis Scholarship fund and made payable to
Lakeland Christian School. Donations to the
scholarship fund are tax deductible.
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