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Perspective
the
A Publication of Southfield Christian School Summer 2017
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homecoming
2017
friday
10.13.17
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Dear Friends of SCS
At Southfield Christian School we care about community and continued connections. Accordingly, the
theme of the SCS 2017 Agape Yearbook was “Connections.” The yearbook staff celebrated many of the
ways that our current students experienced the value and depth of connecting to one another based on the
truth of I Corinthians 1:10. Whether you are an SCS “lifer” or not, relationships are certainly formed and
developed through your time spent in school. Yet, the connections of the SCS community are not contained
to just the years of your school experience but also in the years that follow. That is the beauty of community,
the body of Christ, and staying connected to the SCS family!
This year we enjoyed the blessing of God’s continued provision for Southfield Christian School by receiving
ISACS (Independent School Association of the Central States) re-accreditation, expanding our dual
enrollment program, winning the Girls Class D State Track Championship and securing the required funds
for the gym improvement campaign… just to name a few! Praise God… He has been so good!
In October, we had the privilege of hosting an ISACS accreditation team at Southfield Christian School.
Being accredited by ISACS places us in an elite group of schools. The standards for accreditation are
rigorous and SCS is one of only three schools in the ISACS organization that has the name “Christian” in
its title. ISACS is a membership organization of more than 230 independent schools from 13 states in the
U.S. Midwest region. SCS is also accredited by AdvancED (formerly North Central Association). AdvancED
is an organization that serves 34,000 schools and school systems across the United States and 70 other
nations. SCS has been AdvancED-accredited since 1975 and ISACS-accredited since 1995 and shares this
In His service,
dual accreditation with local schools such as Detroit Country Day, Cranbrook, Ann Arbor Greenhills and The
Roeper School. At the conclusion of the visit, the ISACS team commended us on our positive community, Sue Hoffenbacher
our dedicated personnel and on a program that features a rigorous college prep academic environment Superintendent
combined with an embodied Biblical worldview.
We continue to celebrate our Dual Enrollment program offered through Cornerstone University, but have
expanded our program to include additional courses through Colorado Christian University next year. Mrs.
Diane Allen will continue to teach College Composition and Mr. Peter Ward will continue teaching College
Algebra through Cornerstone University, with no out of pocket cost to families. The following courses will be
available to students as Colorado Christian Dual Enrollment courses for a limited fee per course: Spiritual
Formation, Life of Christ, Philosophy and Theology, Statistics, Photography, French IV, and Spanish IV.
SCS Instructors Mr. Dan Baughman, Mr. Rich Satterfield, Mr. Peter Ward, Mr. Todd Crouch, Ms. Jen
Bozeman and Mrs. Renee Wood have been vetted by Colorado Christian University to ensure that they
have the educational credentials and teaching experience to deliver college-level content within the walls
of Southfield Christian School.
Whether it is celebrating the Girls Track State Championship or rejoicing over a new wood floor in the gym,
it is a blessing to be a part of the community of SCS. If you are receiving the Perspective, then you are
already part of our family! The Perspective is a great way to keep you informed and connected with the
SCS community.
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Bringing Hope
and Healing
Commencement............................. 4
Athletics.................................... 10
Lindsay McCurley
School News ........................... 12
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Staff News................................ 18
State Champs
Alumni...................................... 20
Contributors: Tim Donnan, Alisa Ruffin, Mary Ellen
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Alfredson, Carrie Fair, Suzanne Swanson, Scott
The Next Level Sansom, Gary Faust and Sue Hoffenbacher
SCS College Athletes
Writers: Carri Hammers and Kenneth Ray
Graphic Designer: Janis Ray, Photography:
Abby Veldman, Heather Fracassi, and Lynn Duffy
Proofreader: Phil Ackley
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43rd annual commencement
Held in the newly renovated Highland Park Baptist Church worship center, Southfield Christian School’s
43rd annual commencement gave praise to God and celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2017.
Lydia Carey, Class President, began the ceremony by thanking the teachers, coaches and administration
for nurturing, teaching and offering patience from the moment the class began their career at SCS. She
shared memories and noted many of the class accomplishments before thanking parents and teachers
for molding the class into strong Christians and setting each student up for success.
By invitation of the senior class, Mr. Dan Baughman (SCS Class of ’01) and Ms. Clare Mazur (SCS Class
of ’06) delivered the commencement address.
In contrast to what the world tells us, Mr. Baughman told the audience, “You CANNOT do whatever
you set your mind to.” He went on to explain that the two problems with believing that you can
do whatever you set your mind to is, first, “we are limited,” and second, “the focus is on the wrong
person.” Mr. Baughman reminded the audience that, although you are made in the image of God, and Mr. Dan Baughman
you are significant, and you are loved, your life is still NOT about you. Rather, our lives are about God.
God is the only one who can truly say, “I can do whatever I set my mind to.” Our encouragement is
found in Ephesians 3:20 which reminds believers that God is able to do far more abundantly than all
that we ask or think. There is no stopping or limiting God; and that God, lives in you!
Ms. Mazur encouraged the class of 2017 reminding them that whether in the past, future, or present,
God has prepared them for “such a time as this!” (Esther 4:13-14) Just as God prepared Esther for
“such a time as this” by perfectly placing her, by arranging the people and situations surrounding her,
and allowing her to find favor, so God is preparing each student to shine in their positions, the places Ms. Clare Mazur
to which God is leading them. As the graduates transition from the past to the present and look
toward the future, Ms. Mazur challenged them to bathe their lives in prayer and bury their hearts
and minds in the Word, knowing that the Lord will powerfully work through them, just as he worked
through Ester and countless other people.
After receiving their diplomas from Mrs. Alisa Ruffin, High School Principal, and being declared
graduates of Southfield Christian School by Superintendent, Mrs. Sue Hoffenbacher, the class of 2017
celebrated with the traditional throwing of their caps in the air and joining friends and family for a
reception in their honor in the gymnasium. Congratulations, Class of 2017!
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class of 2017 • Quick Facts 90%
Completed
31 24 Advanced Placement /
$3,497,094 ACT Score
SCS Top 10%
SCS Average
ACT score
Dual Enrollment
Coursework
in Scholarship Awards 100%
College acceptance
rate to a college
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Collegiate
of choice
Graduates will attend
86%
Received
Athletes
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States where 2017 SCS Public Private
Scholarships graduates will attend colleges universities universities
and universities
Claire Smith-Class of 2017 Co-Valedictorian Hadley Hoover-Vice President
Claire will attend The University of Michigan in the fall Hadley will attend Oakland University in the fall to study
to study graphic design. Claire finds assurance of God’s business and finance. Hadley has long-term aspirations to
faithfulness in Romans 8:38-39, “For I am convinced that be an entrepreneur and run her own business. Hadley cites
neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither Jeremiah 29:11 as a scripture that serves as a constant
the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither reminder that God has a purpose and a plan for her life,
height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord,
able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” “plans to prosper you, and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a
Claire appreciates all the teachers at SCS, but three in particular have had future.”
a significant impact on her during high school--Mr. Crouch, Mr. Satterfield,
and Madame Wood. Claire writes, “All three teachers are so encouraging
Elizabeth Sanders-Vice President
to me, I don’t know if I could have gotten through high school without
Elizabeth will attend Oakland University in the fall to
them.”
begin her studies to become a neonatal nurse. Joshua
1:9 reminds Libby of the strength and hope she receives
Rebekah Wilson-Class of 2017 Co-Valedictorian
in Christ. “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and
Rebekah will attend Concordia University in Mequon,
courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged,
Wisconsin in the fall to study occupational therapy. As
for the Lord your God will be with you wherever
she looks ahead to next year, Rebekah cites Matthew 5:16
you go.” A teacher who has made a difference in Libby’s life is Mr. Fracassi.
as the verse that will guide her on campus, “In the same
She admires his work ethic, his love for students, and his ability to make
way, let your light shine before others, so that they may
learning fun.
see your good works and give glory to your Father who is
in heaven.” Rebekah is grateful for the experiences she had at SCS as well
as her teachers and coaches. Specifically, she thanks the whole science Sydni Brown-Secretary
department for developing her love and understanding of science and for Sydni will attend Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia
creating some of her fondest memories. She also thanks her coaches Mr. to study exercise science and prepare for a career as a
Crouch and Mr. Van Dyke for supporting her goals, challenging her to do sports medical doctor. 1 Peter 4:8 is a verse that Sydni
better, and inspiring even more fantastic memories. says will guide the care and treatment of her patients in
the future, “Above all, love each other deeply, because
Taylor Barry-Class of 2017 Salutatorian love covers a multitude of sin.” Although many of the
Taylor will attend Taylor University next fall to study teachers at SCS have made an impact on her life, one teacher that has
exercise science with long-term aspirations of becoming really stood out to Sydni would be Ms. Hostetter. Sydni writes, “not only
a physical therapist. She has found great encouragement has Ms. Hostetter helped me when it comes to English or Bible, she has
in Proverbs 16:33 which states, “We may throw the helped me develop life skills in communicating with people. I am thankful
dice, but the Lord determines how they fall.” This verse for all she has done for me.”
reminds Taylor that while she may make choices, her life
is ultimately in God’s control. A teacher that has had a significant impact Caroline Hall-Treasurer
on Taylor’s life is Ms. Mazur. Taylor says, “Ms. Mazur’s ability to teach Caroline plans to study marketing or political science
chemistry in a clear way and connect to students on a deeper level has when she attends college in the fall. Caroline finds
had a huge impact!” comfort in Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you?
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be
Lydia Carey-Class President discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you
Lydia will attend Michigan State University in the fall and wherever you go.” This verse reminds her that God will
plans to study music and theater. Colossians 3:23 shapes always be with her. Two teachers that Caroline will never forget are Mrs.
Lydia’s work ethic. It reads, “Whatever you do, work at Allen and Mr. Van Dyke. Caroline would like to thank Mrs. Allen for being
it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for the funniest teacher and making her laugh uncontrollably almost every
human masters.” In addition to missing her friends at day as well as Mr. Van Dyke for the funny yet important conversations
SCS, Lydia will also miss all of her teachers. Lydia will be they had during senior gym.
forever grateful to Ms. Hostetter for not only giving her a part in the play,
but also giving her a role that took her out of her comfort zone.
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Join us for the 2017 SCS production of the
Elementary [3-5th grade]
˜ Tuesday, August 29
˜ middle & High school
Wednesday, august 30
˜ Call backs Thursday, August 31
˜ rehearsals begin Tuesday, Sept. 5
Show dates, times and tickets available this fall
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Bringing
Hope &
Healing
to the World’s Forgotten
From a very young age, Lindsay McCurley (SCS Class of 2010) wanted to be an international missionary. As a high
school student at Southfield Christian School, Lindsay realized that there was a critical need for teachers and nurses in
low-resource communities. Despite the fact that she was scared of blood and needles, Lindsay felt that God was calling
her to nursing. While attending The University of Michigan, Lindsay saw God’s faithfulness in overcoming those fears.
Not only did she overcome her fears, she has truly come to love the profession she has chosen.
Through her profession, Lindsay was able to fulfill her dream of being an international missionary this past year. Lindsay
took a six-month leave from her job as a Neonatal Intensive Care nurse at Children’s Hospital of Michigan (DMC) to
volunteer as a nurse with Mercy Ships. Mercy Ships, a global charity, has operated a fleet of ships in developing nations
since 1978 and follows the model of Jesus by bringing hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor.
Lindsay first heard of Mercy Ships while in middle school at SCS from her friend Amy Droste. Over 10 years later,
Lindsay felt the Holy Spirit nudging her to pursue the opportunity. Although ward nurses typically only stay for two to
three months, Lindsay spent six months aboard Mercy Ships. The ship was in port in Benin, a small country in West
Africa, bordered by Togo and Nigeria.
“The highlights from my experience were definitely the relationships I built with my patients,” Lindsay
shared. “There were three wards on the ship. I worked on the ward that had post op patients with
large (sometimes the size of a volleyball) facial tumors removed. It was incredible to witness people
walk onto our ward not only starving and suffocating to death from this tumor slowly growing into
their neck or mouth, but to be suffocating emotionally from the embarrassment and shame of their
deformity. It was a privilege to take care of them after surgery—to look them in the eye, to prove
to them that they were human and deserved love; to play games with them, dance with them, joke
around with them and ultimately, to slowly watch that beautiful person hidden behind a deformity for Lindsay McCurley
so many years emerge into a confident and joyful individual.” Class of 2010
While rewarding, it was also difficult at times. Living on the ship provided little escape, especially in ways that Lindsay
was used to at home like taking hikes in the woods. “When I felt down for whatever reason—homesick or stressed
from work – I couldn’t take a hike in the woods to refresh or unwind. All I had was Christ. It was a hard lesson, but an
invaluable one – to go to Christ first in my trials and struggles. Once I learned to depend on Him, trust Him more and
more, it was amazing to see the ways He came through for me, encouraging me and loving me.”
Lindsay is now back in the U.S. and working at the DMC, but she continues to see God working. “I would love to teach
nursing abroad in some sort of capacity and I see God forming the path to achieve this goal.” Upon her return, her
manager asked if she would be willing to teach new nurses on her unit. “It is amazing that God is potentially preparing
me now to teach abroad!” Whether she returns to Mercy Ships or pursues missions somewhere else in the future,
Lindsay prays that God would make his path undeniably clear. “God has been faithful in showing me simply the next
step of His plan for my life, no more, no less. I am still working on giving my full trust to God, but with each area of my
life I hand over to Him, I am repeatedly amazed at the ways He uses and grows me.”
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After decades of wear and tear, our gym floor was in dire need
of replacement to continue hosting events, happenings and
gatherings that take place daily in the gymnasium. It’s a place
where memories are made and legacies are born—a special
place to all who are in the Southfield Christian community.
Knowing a new gym floor comes with a hefty price tag, we
admittedly approached the gym improvement campaign with
some apprehension—but trusting that God would provide. As
He always does, God showed up in a big way and knocked
down any fears we had through each one of you who gave generously and sacrificially. In fact, the generosity and excitement
came immediately pouring in! Because of the financial partnership from hundreds of people, we were able to expand the project to
update the locker rooms and high school bathrooms that have been around since the ‘70s. We were blown away!
The project is well underway and will be complete by the time school starts in the fall. To those of you who gave, thank you for
giving back to the work that God has done, and continues to do, through our student body at events, community gatherings and
special moments that take place in the SCS gym. Our gym improvements will help us continue the legacy of building young
people to share Jesus with the world, and we couldn't do it without your support.
before
At the first home volleyball game
on August 22, we will be
hosting a
dedication for the
new gym.
Mark your calendars and join us
as we kick-off the school year,
celebrating this new chapter at
Southfield Christian School.
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Thank You Donors
With heartfelt appreciation, we recognize the individuals that
generously supported the gym improvement campaign!
Gordon and Tammy Ainsworth Robert and Susan Fergan Joe and Mary Edna Lafata Alfred and Cheryl Schmitke
Alana Alford Alan and Beverly Fletcher Paul and Elisa LaRue Virginia Sellers
Josh and Courtney Baker Steve and Christine Fogle Paul and Jamie Lederman Clark and Gretchen Sexton
Andy and Kim Baligian Ken and Alicia Gardner Laurent and Tracey Lee Bonnie Shellnut
Glen and Kathy Bauer Ed and Jacque Goard Ruth Leonovich Michael and Jeanne Sheppard
Glenn and Patty Barnes Lemuel Goopio Chip and Diana Lohmeyer Dwayne and Kelly Small
Tim and Faith Baughman Matt and Mary Jo Green Kevin and Emily Mason John and Jeanette Snyder
Paul and Judy Bergman Will and Nancy Guerra Michael and Angela McFerrin Janet St. Angleo
Stuart and Nancy Bergsma Len and Lisa Guerra Ken and Heidi McLean Neil Sternberg
Joe and Leann Bigos David and Lisa Haboian Patrick and Tamara Miller Stewart and Laura Stremler
James and Tiffany Blewett Don and Jan Haefner DeShawn and Tarsus Moore Tal and Gwen Sullivan
Chris and Carol Blouch Kirk and Brenda Hallgren Heather Moore Chris Szymczak
Andre and Tanesha Boatner Aaron and Carri Hammers Chris and Lori Nagle Ted and Wendy Szymczak
Robert and Cynthia Bradley Dennis and Beth Hammers Laura Norris Ernie and Patti Taber
Ed and Cheryl Bricker Volanda Harrison Marcia Nowland Ben and Joanna Taylor
Phil Brink Irma Henderson Erin and Lori Palmer The Gerber Foundation
Ken and Sue Brown The White Foundation
Jeff and Nancy Heywood Randy Parpart
Marvin and Trina Turner
Fred and Suzanne Calero Richard Hinston Don and Esther Parsons
Elspeth van Grinsven
Evan Carter Ron and Julie Hintz David and Lucretia Pelton
Roger and Joan VanNoord
Clarence and Lila Chambers Doug and Andrea Hockenbrocht Richard and Lasonya Perry
Mark and Beth Vojtisek
Lori Christenson Dave and Sue Hoffenbacher Earle and Helen Peters
Ed and Kathy Wagner
Jerry and Susan Cline Clayton and Rebecca Holmes David and Gail Petway
Steve and Beth Walters
Carlton and Marilyn Comer Randy and Jenny Hoover Curtis and Carol Pope
Aaron and Sonya Warfield
Jimmy and Natasha Comer Walt and Nance Horlings Mark and Agnes Postma
John and Lynda Warner
Ken and Sylvia Crosby Tim and Cynthia Horrigan Jack and Vicki Potter
Rick and Sarah Warren
Keith and Mary Crosby Joyce Howell Todd and Sandra Provost
Marvin and Demetria Washington
Peter and Irene Daniels Terry and Marilyn Huber Michael and Kathy Ratze
Nicole and Peter Webber
Jon and Colleen DeGaynor Jeff and Christina Huff Kenneth and Janis Ray
LaRoy and Robin Williams
Jim and Juanita Devine Kelvin and Fernella Hunter Curt and Debbye Rheker
Orlando and Shauna Williams
Tim and Theresa Donnan Aaron and Jennie Jerome Peter and Susan Riddell
Noel and Latoya Willis
Tom and Carolyn Donnan Debra Jones David and Carolyn Rimle
Glenn and Judy Wilson
Gershwin and Meredith Drain Gary and Laurel Jones Andrew and Stacey Roberts Roberta Wisler
Steve and Lynn Duffy Jeff and Sue Kaminski Doug and Susan Ross Laurence and Susan Wood
Lyle and Della Duke Helen Kelin Eddie and Laquanda Sain Robin Wright
Anthony and Latisha Edgerson Scott and Jena Kowalski Peter Sanders Lola Wright
Lionel and Mary Elcock Tim and Sat Kraftson Gary and Susan Schlabach Chris and Carrie Yatooma
Joseph and Laura Farrugia Terri Ladner Jeff and Laura Schlabach Dale and Amber Young
W ith special thanks to the 10 SCS families who provided the matching gift
as well as to the Bill Harahan family for their memorial contribution!
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Spring Sports Awards
Baseball, 7-14 (6-2), 2nd Place in Conference
All District: Jake Devine, Seth Denison & David Johnson
MIAC All Conference 1st Team:
Jake Devine, Seth Denison & Matthew Guerra
MIAC All Conference 2nd Team:
David Johnson & Blake Parpart
athletics
MIAC All Academic:
Jake Devine, Seth Denison, Caleb Glenn, Matthew Guerra, Ian
Hanafee, Chad Labiano, Asher LaTurno, Niko Varano
Lady Eagle Soccer, 8-6 (4-2)
Pursuing Excellence
2nd Place in Conference
All State Honorable Mention: Taylor Barry
All Regional: Taylor Barry
for the
All District:
Grace Allan, Taylor Barry, Jessica Hanson,
Libby Sanders & Allison Sullivan
Glory of God
All MIAC Conference 1st Team:
Taylor Barry, Jessica Hanson & Allison Sullivan
All MIAC Conference 2nd Team:
with our talents
Lauren Braswell & Grace Allan
MIAC All Academic: Tiwalola Akin-Bello, Grace Allan, Taylor
Barry, Madelin Chau, Elissa Ellington, Haley Ellington, Jessica
Hanson, Anita Huang, Kendall Huff, Hadley Hoover, Libby
Sanders, Allison Sullivan & Joanna Weidman
For the fourth time in the past six years the boys’ basketball
Softball, 7-15 (1-9) 6th Place in Conference
team advanced to the final four of the state basketball MHSSCA Academic All State:
tournament. However, this time they fell in the semifinal Grace Gilson, Emma Paryaski & Lexi Prestel
All Regional: Grace Gilson
round losing in double overtime on a buzzer beater to the All District: Grace Gilson, Emma Paryaski,
two time defending state champion. The team finished the Tiara Francisco & Maranda Sailer
All MIAC Conference 1st Team: Emma Paryaski
season with twenty-one wins giving the program six straight All MIAC Conference 2nd Team:
seasons with twenty wins or more. Junior Bryce Washington Grace Gilson & Tiara Francisco
MIAC All Academic: Cierra Clemons, Jasmine Comer,
earned a number of accolades being named Associated Faith Crosby, Grace Gilson, Madison King, Christina Moore,
Press Co-Class “D” Player of the Year along with being Emma Paryaski & Lexi Prestel
named to the Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan’s Boy’s Track & Field, 7th in Conference
“Best of the Best” as one of the state’s top ten players. All-State: Bryce Washington (High Jump, 2nd)
MIAC All Academic: Carter Adams, Chris Davenport,
Bryce was also named the MIAC conference player of the Mark Harting, Gabe McFerrin, Donald Keating, Ben Rathnaw,
year and became the fifth player in school history to break Jon Sullivan, Jonah Stephens, Max Vowles,
Eric Wagoner & Bryce Washington
a thousand career points. Joining Bryce in the thousand
point club was his older brother Brock Washington who was Girl’s Track & Field, MHSAA State Champions
& MIAC Conference Champions
the 4th player to break a thousand points, one game before All State: Chika Amene (100 Meter, 1st, 200 Meter, 1st, 400
his younger brother. Senior Brock also earned Associated Meter, 1st & 1600 Meter Relay, 1st), Shelby Goodson (800
Meter Relay, 3rd & 1600 Meter Relay, 1st), Grace McFerrin
Press first team all-state honors along with being named to (800 Meter Relay, 3rd) & Kaelin Ray (100 Hurdles, 3rd, 300
BCAM’s “Best” All State team. Brock finished his career as Hurdles, 1st, 800 Meter Relay, 3rd & 1600 Meter Relay, 1st),
Grace Sanders (800 Meter Relay, 3rd),
the program’s all-time leader in career 3 pointers with 148 Rebekah Wilson (1600 Meter Relay, 1st)
and set the single game record for most points with 40 this MIAC MVP: Chika Amene
MIAC All Conference:
year against Plymouth Christian. Chika Amene, Shelby Goodson & Kaelin Ray
MIAC All Academic: Chika Amene, MaKayla Davenport,
Shelby Goodson, Sharon Harrison, Lydia Horrigan, Caroline
The girls’ basketball team captured a district title this season Keating, Grace McFerrin, Kaelin Ray, Grace Sanders, Holly
for the first time since 2011. They joined the Lady Eagles Smith, Haley Williams, Madisyn Williams & Rebekah Wilson
MIAC Coach of the Year: Todd Crouch
Volleyball program in capturing district titles this season. For
the volleyball team it was their 2nd straight district title. During Southfield Christian Year End Awards:
MIAC Character Award: Grace Allan & Jake Devine
the past two seasons the volleyball program has gone 48-19- Freshman Athletes of the Year:
7 and this year’s senior laden team saw their season end in Allison Sullivan & Blake Parpart
Sophomore Athletes of the Year:
the regional to eventual state runner-up Oakland Christian. Madelin Chau & Carter Adams
Junior Athletes of the Year: Kaelin Ray & Bryce Washington
Senior Athletes of the Year: Taylor Barry & Seth Denison
10SCS State Champs
Girls Track Team Captures 1st State Title
This past spring the varsity Girls’ Track & Field Team captured the MHSAA Division
IV State Title, the 7th State title in SCS history! It was a remarkable title considering
the Eagles only qualified seven girls to the meet. They were able to do it behind six
all-state performances that saw the team win five of the 17 individual state
championships and two 3rd place finishes. The top performer on the day was Junior
Chika Amene who won three titles in the 100 meter (12.71), 200 meter (25.71) and the
400 meter (58.83) and ran a leg on the state championship 1600 meter relay team that
shattered the school record in 4:07.37. Also running in the relay were Senior Rebekah
Wilson and Juniors Kaelin Ray and Shelby Goodson. Ray captured the Eagles other
title winning the 300 hurdles in a school record 45.98 along with the school record in
the 100 hurdles (15.47) and a 3rd place finish. Rounding out the scoring on
the day was the 800 meter relay of Ray, Goodson, Junior Grace McFerrin
and Sophomore Grace Sanders, who took 3rd place. The state title is the
first for the school in girls track & field who
had finished 2nd at the state meet in 2007.
The 2017 Girls Track & Field team joins
the 1989 & 1991 Girls Cross Country
Championship Teams, the 2001
Boys Soccer Championship Team
and the 2012, 2013 & 2014 Boys
Basketball Championship Teams
as SCS State Champions. Head
Track & Cross Country Coach
Todd Crouch keeps a strong core
of his championship runners as
the team has a great opportunity
to defend their title
next season.
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news
WordWright Challenge
Sophomore Aiden Palmer won highest
honors in the year-end cumulative
standings of the WordWright Challenge,
a national competition for high school
students requiring close reading and
analysis of many different kinds of
prose and poetry. Aiden was one of
the six highest ranked tenth graders
in the entire country in the cumulative
standings after the year’s four meets.
The Princess and the Pea Holly Smith Jack Ross Abigail Rist
Perhaps you’ve thought of auditioning for the school play, but While not earning year-long honors, sophomores Holly
your thoughts stopped you with something like, “I’ve never Smith, Jack Ross and Abigail Rist also won high honors for
done anything like that before; I’d never get a part.” Well, achievement in individual meets. Aiden Palmer and Jack Ross
audiences of this year’s school play would tell you that the each earned a perfect score, while in the entire country only
debuting actors sold the show! More than half of the cast of 25 tenth graders did so. More than 64,000 students from all
The Princess and the Pea consisted of students who had across the country participated in the challenge.
never appeared in an SCS production before. Among those
23 rookies, senior Paul Wells and freshman Jimmie Comer
starred as Prince Valiant and his trusted sidekick, Donald,
who exercised his comedic chops throughout the show. Of
course the play couldn’t have been a success without the
depth of talent that comes with experience. Jasmine Comer
(Queen), Olivia Paryaski (Princess Olivia) and Elissa Ellington
(Hildegarde) are seasoned veterans of SCS shows and served
as anchors of pacing and professionalism. From the littlest
third grade fairy to the many senior girls who played misfit
princesses and every level of experience in between, the
school-wide performance was a royal delight.
National Merit Scholarship
Program Science Olympiad
SCS students had another fun season studying specific
Senior Claire Smith has been science disciplines and constructing a variety of devices to
named a Commended Student in compete in 23 events. Our teams won honors at each of three
the 2017 National Merit Scholarship competitions with other schools in Michigan and Ohio. Of
Program. Commended Students special note, this year we added a Middle School team. Our
place among the top five percent of young team accomplished a great deal for their first year! They
more than 1.6 million students who competed in just 12 of the 23 events. At their first competition
entered the 2017 competition by taking ever they finished fifth overall among twenty schools in those
the 2015 Preliminary SAT/National events! With such a great start, we are hopeful of even greater
Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test participation and success next year. It will also strengthen
(PSAT/NMSQT). our High School team when they bring their experience in the
years to come.
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news
State Capitol Field Trip
Southfield Christian students have a new tradition to look
forward to in fourth grade - a trip to the state capitol in Lansing,
Michigan! Started last school year, the purpose of this daylong
field trip is to visit our state capitol as well as tour the Michigan
Historical Museum. It is a highlight for the fourth graders
and the trip culminates a study of our federal, state and local
government. By visiting the capitol and visually experiencing
the offices of our Governor, representatives, and senators,
it helps put all they have learned into perspective and make
Be the Greatest
government more meaningful. Students on the trip are given a
guided tour through the capitol and have the opportunity to ask
This year’s theme in the middle school was “Be the Greatest.” It questions along the way. The Historical Museum is a highlight
is based on Matthew 23:11-12 which says, “The greatest among as well as it is a “hands on” experience. It is chocked full of
you will be your servant. For those who exalt themselves displays and vignettes, many of which the students relate to as
will be humbled and those who humble themselves will be they recall their wax museum experience from third grade. All
exalted.” Just as Christ clearly demonstrated the example of in all, the day in Lansing is a grand experience for the fourth
serving others by washing His disciples’ feet, so too, we have graders!
challenged our middle schoolers to live out this call by serving
the school and others God puts in their path. Elem Spiritual Life Week
God is trying to get your
During Spirit Week, students had a chance to serve by
attention. Are you listening?
participating in a number of activities and competitions which
Keith Coast, our Elementary
helped raise over $500 for the Central Detroit Christian
Spiritual Life Week speaker,
organization. Sixth and seventh graders helped keep the
shared God’s great love with
middle school clean by picking up items left in hallways.
our elementary students and
Volunteers committed to cleaning tables after lunch. Overall,
the lengths to which He goes
our students exhibited how to “be the greatest” by humbling
in order to reach them. Keith
themselves through service. We look forward to future
used no ordinary object lessons
opportunities to continue serving others.
to teach these truths, though.
The world needs more Christian leaders so we also have begun Our students were mesmerized
“Leadership Friday.” Two Fridays a month, students in 6th, 7th by the crack of a real bullwhip
and 8th grade meet to talk about godly qualities of a leader. when he talked about Moses
Discussions have included the five parts of the SCS Honor and the burning bush, and they loved his message on words from
Code (Honor, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility and Diligence) Ephesians 4:29 when he revealed colorful uplifting word balloons
and how those attributes will help our students serve each other, after popping the dark, sinful outer shells. But nothing was quite
our friends and our families. The goal of Leadership Fridays is as memorable as the story of Jonah where Keith put himself
to intentionally help lead our students into becoming the men inside of a giant 6-foot tall balloon to represent Jonah’s time in
and women God has designed them to be. the whale. With his huge heart for children, Keith pulled out all
the stops to ensure our students understood the importance of
listening to and following God. We are grateful for his ministry and
the way he directed our students’ hearts toward the Father’s.
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This is much more than just a recent development, and it’s certainly not an anomaly. In the past ten years more than 60 Southfield
Christian graduates have participated in collegiate athletics, and with a number of underclassmen competing on championship
caliber teams this past season, it seems very likely that the trend will continue, at least for the foreseeable future.
This spring, Southfield Christian’s girls track team captured the first state track and field championship in school history.
With only six athletes competing (senior Rebekah Wilson, juniors Chika Amene, Kaelin Ray, Shelby Goodson, and Grace
McFerrin, and sophomore Grace Sanders), the Eagles scored 62 points, ten more than second place finisher Fowler. Five of
the “splendid six” are underclassmen, and are in a great position to defend their title next season, and at least a couple are
already receiving interest and attention from colleges and universities.
In March, the boys basketball team notched another successful season. Posting an outstanding record of 21-6, the Eagles
reached the state semi-finals, dropping an 84-83 double-overtime decision to eventual class D state champion Powers North
Central. The Eagles were led by seniors Brock Washington (Michigan State) and Trenton Temple (Schoolcraft College), junior
Bryce Washington, a blue chip recruit who was named class D co-player of the year, and sophomores Caleb Hunter and
Harlond Beverly. With three returning starters, the Eagles should be in the mix for a possible class D title run in 2018. It is also
very likely that several members of next year’s squad will find their way onto a college basketball roster at some point in the
not too distant future.
Last fall, the Eagles’ girls volleyball team secured a district championship, led by junior Kaelin Ray, who set a school record
for kills in a season, and freshman MVP Emily Van Dyke. Both will return next season, and both could eventually play college
volleyball, following in the footsteps of 2016 grad and volleyball standout Brittany Taber, who is currently playing volleyball at
Lawrence Tech.
According to the 2015-16 High School Athletics Participation Survey, 6% of high school
athletes go on to participate in college athletics. In Southfield Christian’s class of 2017, nine
of 34 senior athletes, or 26% will participate. That’s 4.3 times the national average! That is an impressive
statistic that speaks not only to the strength of our athletic programs but also to the quality and caliber of our student-athletes.
We commend our coaches and salute the efforts and accomplishments of Southfield Christian’s student-athletes in the
classroom, and on the fields and courts.
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Welcome to SCS
Amy Galloway – Dana Hoskins Dew –
High School Chemistry Teacher Director of High School Academic Services
Amy comes to us as a graduate of Cornerstone Dana’s desire to raise her daughter close to
University with a Bachelors of Arts in Secondary family has brought her back to the Detroit area
Education with a Major in Mathematics and Minor from North Carolina. Her previous experience in
in Chemistry. She is excited about teaching the areas of administration, education and social
Chemistry content from a Christian Worldview work combined with her passion for students and
– “content taught in light of God’s creativity and learning will position her well for our Director of
omnipotence helps to shape the world-view of Academic Services. Previously, Dana worked
students to look at things through a different lens than the cultural as a Dean of Students for L’Anse Creuse Public Schools and as a
norm. I am so excited to be teaching in a Christian school!” We are Program Manager for FAM Academy of Detroit. She graduated from
thankful for God’s provision of Amy for our High School program. Howard University with a degree in Mass Communications and a
Minor in Human Development. Additionally, Dana has a Masters
Abbey Griffin – of Social Work (MSW) in Community Practice & Social Action from
First Grade Teacher Wayne State University. She is completing an Education Specialist
We are thrilled to announce that Abbey Griffin will Program in General Administration & Supervision also from Wayne
be our new first grade teacher! Abbey graduated State University. Dana is married and has a young daughter.
from Wheaton College with a BA in Elementary
Education in 2013. For the first three years of her Alexis Lepri –
teaching career, Abbey taught at Franklin Road Middle School Social Studies & Bible
Christian as a First Grade Teacher. Realizing A graduate of Michigan State University’s College
mid-year 2017 that we needed a long-term sub of Education with a major in History and minor in
in the first grade classroom, Abbey filled our need at that time and Geography and Social Studies, Alexis comes to
now officially joins our team as a permanent teacher. Abbey looks SCS with five years of teaching experience, most
forward to not only teaching and mentoring our young students but recently teaching in Oak Park Public Schools.
also discipling them in their faith journey - “Christian schools are a Before teaching there, she was a social studies
place for deep, life changing experiences and I can’t wait to be a teacher at Star Academy in Dearborn Heights.
part of that type of community at SCS.” Abbey is a SCS alumna, is Alexis began her teaching career at SCS when she joined mid-
married and resides in Southfield. year as our middle school social studies teacher. Like many of
our teachers coming from a public school environment, Alexis has
Christina Guerra – enjoyed being able to openly share her faith with our middle school
Building Sub students and seeks opportunities to demonstrate how current events
Christina recently graduated from Cornerstone are controlled by an omnipotent, sovereign God. We are pleased to
University with BA in Elementary Education welcome Alexis to our teaching staff!
with an emphasis in Mathematics and Reading
Comprehension. Christina was inspired to Nicole Marsh –
become a teacher at SCS, where she attended Elementary Art Teacher
from K- 12 and graduated as Salutatorian. Her With gratefulness, we announce Nicole Marsh
desire to pour into students was impacted by the as our new Elementary Art Teacher. Nicole is
teachers that she witnessed here every day. Previously, Christina a graduate of Wayne State University with a
worked several years at Roeper Summer Day Camp and most Bachelor of Fine Arts. She has served in several
recently served as a long-term sub for Kindergarten in the Grand philanthropic organizations including the Visual
Rapids area. Christina’s enthusiasm for children and passion for Arts Instructor for the Boys and Girls Club and
teaching is evident in the way she serves. We are thankful to have Interlochen Arts Mentorship (I AM) Program as
Christina join our staff and look forward to seeing the ways she well as the National High School Art Competition, just to name a
shares God’s love and her passion for teaching with our students. few. Nicole has also worked at the Arts League of Michigan as an
Assistant to the CEO. Nicole wants to bring her love of God and art
Brenda Hallgren – to the classroom in the form of multi-cultural art projects as well as
Kindergarten Teacher in teaching art history lessons to our elementary students. She is a
With just under 30 years of teaching experience wonderful addition to our already amazing elementary teaching team.
in public schools, Brenda brings her great love Nicole is married and has three children. Please welcome Nicole and
for children and Jesus to our Kindergarten her family to SCS!
classroom. “After working in public schools for
so long, I am so excited to be able to talk openly Mary McGinnis –
about God.” Brenda has a BS in Education with Fifth Grade Teacher
a major in Special Education and Cognitive Mary has spent the majority of her life working
Impairment from Eastern Michigan University and a Master of Arts with children… she’s taught Sunday School,
in Teaching in Reading and Language Arts from Oakland University. Vacation Bible School and even went on two
As a graduate of SCS, she has a deep passion for education and summer mission trips to the Chernobyl Zone in
our school. Brenda is married and has three children attending the Ukraine. She also spent eight years serving
SCS. We are thrilled that the Lord has called Brenda here! on staff at Camp Barakel, where she planned
and ran summer camp programs for elementary
school students. After having teaching experiences in both public
and private schools, Mary decided she wanted to teach in a Christian
school so that she can share her faith which brought her here,
to SCS. Mary has a Bachelor of Science in Religion from Liberty
University and her Elementary Education Certification in Language
Arts and Math. Currently, she is enrolled in Oakland’s Master of Arts
in Teaching in Elementary Education. We are delighted that Mary has
decided to join our team.
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Eugene (Gene) Ruffin III – Lisa Christie –
Elementary Dean of Students First Grade Classroom Aide
Gene comes to SCS with a wealth of experience It seems odd to be announcing Lisa as a new
from Detroit’s Charter Schools, including member of our team since she has served in
University Yes Academy and University Prep multiple capacities at SCS for a number of years.
Science and Math. We were so thankful In early 2017, Lisa re-joined our team to serve as
when Gene willingly joined our elementary an Aide in the First Grade classroom. Lisa’s years
administrative team in January and since then of experience as a First Grade teacher made her
he has proven to be a very valuable and integral an excellent choice for fulfilling this role. She has a
part of our team. Not to mention that our elementary students BS in Education from Eastern Michigan University and has served
absolutely love him! Gene has such a loving way of weaving biblical in some capacity of elementary education for almost 15 years. She
truth into meaningful conversations with our kids. With a Bachelor of is married with three children. We are so grateful to have people like
Arts in Education from Wayne State University in English and Social Lisa on staff who are qualified, ready, willing and able to serve in
Studies, Gene plans to begin a Master’s program in Education whatever capacity the Lord has for them at our school.
Administration in the Fall. Gene’s wife Alisa (HS Principal) also
works at SCS and their daughter will attend Kindergarten in the
Fall. We are pleased to officially welcome Gene to our team of
administrators.
Internal Changes
Jennifer Bozeman will continue to teach Spanish at SCS, but is
now the Middle and High School Spanish Teacher, replacing Katie
Christina Salamon –
Reichard.
Elementary Librarian
As the newest addition to our library team, Tiffany Glenn has accepted the PE Aide & Transportation
Christy comes to SCS with a Bachelor of Arts in Coordinator position, replacing Maggie Volser.
Elementary Education from Grand Valley State
and a Master of Education in Curriculum and
Instruction from Eastern Michigan University.
Christy believes that the goal of Christian Retirements
education is to develop critically thinking students How do we thank you for 30 years of faithful and
that can defend their beliefs when they leave the school. Through selfless service? You’ve been a fixture at Southfield
our library program, Christy hopes to help our teachers help Christian School and we are so grateful that you
students in generating a love for reading and books so they are chose to use your God-given talents here. You’ve
prepared to face the future. We are so grateful that the Lord brought taught our students to love and appreciate words…
Christy back to her alma mater and we very much look forward and words open us to God’s world. We will feel the
to how God will use her over this next year. Christy is a graduate impact of your teaching for years to come. Anne,
of SCS, is married with two children, one who will be entering you’ll always be a special part of the SCS family.
Kindergarten at SCS in the fall. Anne Ackley
Sophia Sharp – The Elementary Library was a place that every
Administration Office Receptionist student delighted in visiting – whether it was
Sophia will be joining the Administration team, because of the bathtub, the hairy spider, your expert
serving as our Administrative Office Receptionist. storytelling or the myriad of books. You helped
She has 17 years of experience working as an make words come to life and our imaginations
Executive Medical Assistant and Office Manager soar. Sue, may the next chapter of your life be as
for a local doctor. Sophia has a strong desire to meaningful as the 36 years you spent at Southfield
serve our SCS community of parents, teachers Christian School. We will miss you!
Sue
and students. In addition to serving in this Calderwood
capacity, Sophia will remain as our Elementary Crossing Guard
which is good news for all of our Elementary families. Sophia is For more than 29 years, you’ve served in many
married with two children and has a daughter that will be entering capacities. In most recent years, you helped us
the First Grade in the Fall. We are grateful that Sophia will be commemorate every celebration, ceremony, event
working with us in this capacity. and championship! Now we turn the camera to
you and say … Thank you for your dedication and
willingness to be used by God for this ministry.
Your work has delighted teachers, parents and
students. Now we take delight in wishing you well
Lynn Duffy in this next phase of your journey.
If everything we learned we learned in Kindergarten
is true, then Jan had the perfect job for her because
she was an amazingly gifted teacher. For the last 34
years, countless numbers of students started their
SCS journey in her kindergarten classroom and she
prepared them well for the future and all that God
had planned for them to be. Now we wait to see
what God has planned for Jan as she begins this
Jan Haefner new season of life! All of our best to you, Jan.
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alumni with a team from Children’s Emergency Relief
International (CERI) in San Antonio, Texas. The team
notes
provided shoes/socks and shared the gospel with
over 3,500 Roma (gypsy) children. Rick writes, “I
have wonderful memories of Southfield Christian High
School. The Christ-centered focus, administration,
academics, and life-long friendships are blessings in
my life.” 1
1975 1979
Donna (Guthrie) Edwards is looking forward to the Randy ’79 and Cindy ’82 (Grennell) Crane
birth of her first grandchild due in July 2017. She welcomed the birth of their grandson, Wade Patrick
celebrated the marriage of her daughter in August Crane, on August 21, 2016. Randy is in the middle
2016 and is looking forward to her son’s wedding of a two-year assignment with the World Association
in October 2017. Donna works for Oakland Family of Nuclear Operators and lives in Hong Kong. He
Services as an office coordinator at their Berkley assesses the readiness of new construction nuclear
Office. power plants to receive their fuel and perform their
initial startup. Most of the time he is in mainland
1978 China, but also spends time at plants throughout
Rick Lewis is a Ph.D. student at Biola University, Eastern Europe and Asia. Cindy stayed in suburban
Cook School of Intercultural Studies, in La Mirada, Atlanta where she is a practicing nurse at a dialysis
California. He has worked as a Court Administrator clinic. Fortunately, Cindy has found time to catch
in federal and state judicial systems for 25+ years. Randy in Hong Kong and some other interesting
Rick, Cheryl and Carson (17) live in San Tan Valley, locations. They are also celebrating the college
Arizona. The Lewis’s celebrate their 30th wedding graduation this year of two of their three children
anniversary on July 4, 2017. In December 2016, Rick (Morgan, a nurse like her mom; and Madi, a
travelled to Bucharest and Transylvania, Romania, math major). 2
201984 1998
John Boag died on September 24, 2016 at the age Ethan and Emily (Schumaker) Sanders live in Texas
of 50. John was married to Julie and they have a son, with their six sons, Jed, Isaac, Eli, Caleb, Judah
John. 6 and Bo. 9
1985 Angela (Franciosi) Siemer married Phil Siemer in
Jeff and Carol (Aldrich) Stone welcomed the birth of 2011. They live in Highland, Indiana where Phil
their first grandson, Aiden Lee Stone, on January 20, is a high school English Teacher at Chicago Christian
2017. Aiden's Dad is Joshua (their oldest son) and he School and Angela works part time as a developmental
has two uncles, Jonathan and Nicholas. The Stones therapist for early intervention. Their oldest son,
live in Chisago City, Minnesota along with their dogs, Elliott, turned three in December and they welcomed
Tucker & Bella. 4 his brother Isaac this past November 19! 5
1990 2000
Herb Harjes died on August 3, 2016 in Denver, CO at Eric C. Hall II, a member of the Board of Directors of
the age of 44. Herb was married to Cara and has two the Penn State Graduate School Alumni Society, was
daughters, Addie and Elsie. 7 among nine recipients of the Alumni Achievement
Award. The award recognizes alumni 35 years of
age and younger for their extraordinary professional
1994
accomplishments. Nominated for the award by the
Lara (Lenzotti) Kapalla-Bondi married Phillip
Graduate School and College of Medicine, Hall
Bondi on September 24, 2016. As will surprise no
received his doctoral degree in neuroscience in 2009.
one, it was a Star Wars themed wedding. Lara
He is the associate director for real world outcomes,
became a partner at the Miller Canfield law firm in
innovative partnerships, and insights (RI2) for
February 2017, where she practices civil litigation and
Biogen Inc. 8
unintentionally specializes in cases involving public
sewers. Lara and Phillip live with their five children in
Bloomfield Hills, MI. 3
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2000 [cont.] Whitney (Webber) Maury (’07), Jen (Babian) Vosler
Jessie Lair won the 2016 Grand Rapids Marathon (’06), Sarah Babian (’10), Ginny (Talbot) Donohoe
with a time of 2:51! Since then she ran the Boston (’07), and Alex's brother Nathan Southern (’96).
Marathon along with 31,000 people and finished 48th They are living in Bloomfield Hills where Elizabeth
in the women’s category with a time of 2:54. Her is a preschool music teacher and Alex works in the
next goal is to achieve the Olympic Trials Qualifying advertising industry. 8
time of 2:45. In addition to running, Jessie fills her
free time with art and gardening. Jessie lives in
2003
John and Samantha (Wallace) Johns welcomed
Grand Rapids and works at a local owned Health
their daughter, Ziva Gionvanna Johns on May 1,
Food store (Harvest Health Foods). 10
2017. Ziva means radiance/light of God and their
2001 hope and prayers for her is that she will come to
Josh and Ally (Miller) Keilman live in Bloomfield know and love the Lord deeply and be a bright light
Hills with their two children. Aliciana is five and will wherever God may lead her. John and Samantha
start kindergarten in the fall and Xavion just turned will celebrate their 7th anniversary this August.
two. 15 Samantha works for SEND International and John
is the Recreation Programmer for Independence
2002 Township in Michigan. 13
Kevin McDowell married Michele on October
Carleigh (Verner) Schoenleber married Jason
29, 2016 in Tampa, Florida. Kevin’s brother Kurt
Schoenleber on October 11, 2014. Their wedding
(’02) was the best man. Kevin and Michele live
was held in the same chapel where Carleigh’s
in Greensboro, NC where Kevin works as a car
parents got married. SCS alumni in attendance
salesman at Flow Buick/GMC and Michele works at
included Alex Calder (’03), Amy (McDowell) Nelson
Premier Federal Credit Union. 11
(’03), Michelle (Bergsma) Bain (’01) and Jessie
David Shanley, Jr. married Sarah Dent on May 6, (Jehle) Meyers (’98). Carleigh and Jason added to
2017. They are living in Wyoming, MI and David their family on March 8, 2017 with the birth of their
is working in a leadership position with Farmers son, Jayson Michael Schoenleber. Carleigh teaches
Insurance. 12 4th grade at Wheaton Christian Grammar School and
Alex Southern ’02 and Elizabeth Ekstrom ‘07 is working on her Doctorate. Jason is a Relationship
were married on August 20, 2016. SCS alumni Manager for Forecast 5 Analytics. 14
involved in the wedding included Courtnie Strat (’07),
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2004 Eric and Natalie (Kotal) Hatfield were married in
Jared Jordan passed away November 24, 2016. February of 2013. Their daughter Sophie Renee
His life was celebrated by his family and friends. 16 Hatfield was born on March 29, 2017, weighing in at
8lbs 10oz!! Eric is an electrical engineer working for
2005 General Motors and is currently finishing his MBA
Renay (Streetman) Bethke will graduate from through Indiana University. Natalie is a HS Spanish
Spring Arbor University in August 2017 with a teacher for the Anchor Bay School District and is
Master’s degree in Nursing Education. Renay is currently enjoying her time at home learning to slow
currently working at Chamberlain College of Nursing down, enjoy the little things, and care for Sophia. 20
as a Simulation Lab Specialist. Renay married her
husband, Richard, in December 2014 and they live 2006
in Berkley, MI. 17 Andrew and Kristen Kuntzman welcomed their son,
Elliot, on November 3, 2016. The Kuntzman’s live
Nathan and Alexa (Adams) Brown have been in Littleton, CO. Proud grandparents, Dave ’82 and
married for six years and welcomed their son, Arlen Julie ’81 Kuntzman are also SCS Alumni. 19
Michael Brown, on September 17, 2016. They
are living in Los Angeles. Alexa is a middle school Ron and Melissa (Byl) Overs were married on
Fiction and Writing teacher and just finished teaching July 16, 2016 in the chapel at Highland Park Baptist
with Teach for America and getting her Masters in Church. Many SCS alumni were involved with the
Urban Education at UCLA. Nathan is finishing his wedding including, Michael Byl (’10), Libby Allen
PhD in Geology from UCLA. 18 (’08), Katie Reichard (’07), Laura Phillips (’07), Clare
Mazur (’06), Kristina Farah (’05), Jenn (Webber) and
John and Kelli (DeWalt) Comberiate were married John Anibal (’05), and Rachel (Blaquiere) Veldman
on October 1, 2016 in Maryland. Rachel (Ramsey) (’01). Ron works at General Motors in finance,
Underwood (’05) was the maid of honor. Kelli works Melissa teachers French and English in Grosse
as an office manager at Betsy Robinson Bridal Pointe and they live in Southfield. 22
Collection and John is a financial advisor for
Edward Jones. They are expecting a baby in late
September! 21
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