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FALL REVIEW 2015
UNIVERSITY SCHOOL of JACKSON
Community................... 4
Athletics........................ 6
Academics.. .................. 10
Arts.. .............................. 12
Faculty.......................... 14
Alumni.. ........................ 16
Annual Report............ 20
Strength & Conditioning
F O R
T H E
M I N D
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B O D Y
USJ’s Mission
232/240 McClellan Road
Jackson, TN 38305
731.664.0812 • usjbruins.org
BOARD of DIRECTORS
Richard Ayers
Lee Driver
Charlie Garrett
Camille Jones
James Kirkland
Geoffrey Lindley
John New
Howard Newell
Ryan Porter
Sarah Pucek
Elesha Reid
James Robinson
Jason Sammons
Nathan Spencer
Jeff Watlington
John Whybrew
ADMINISTRATION
Stuart Hirstein
Head of School
Benjamin Murphy
Upper School Director
Courtney Burnette
Middle School Director
Debbie Ford
Lower School Director
Kay Shearin
Director of Admissions
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The University School of Jackson, a distinctive college
preparatory school, seeks to instill a passion for academic
excellence and lifelong learning so each student will reach his
or her maximum potential.
Identity Statement
USJ is a non-denominational, non-sectarian, college
preparatory school dedicated to academic excellence and
to our founding principles of faith, service, and scholarship.
Based on a heritage grounded in Judeo-Christian values, we
provide an educational environment where students of all
ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds are valued and
respected. The faculty, administration, and students are
empowered to nurture and embrace the Judeo-Christian
values and our operating principles. Through the fulfillment
of our mission and adherence to these core principles and
values, we prepare our graduates to be responsible and
informed world citizens.
Maintaining Integrity
Across Campus
The goal of the Honor Council is simple:
to hold students accountable for lying,
cheating, or stealing while encouraging
character development and an honest
learning environment throughout the
USJ campus. Any student who is found
guilty of dishonest acts will go before
the Council, which consists of a jury
of his or her peers. After hearing the
details of the case, which are kept
highly confidential among members,
the Council suggests a recommended
course of action to the administration.
They seldom see repeat offenders.
The formation of the Honor Council
and Honor Code started in the 2008-09
school year as Honor Council members
visited other schools with honor
councils, performed online research,
and participated in an all-day workshop
where they wrote and designed the
code, oaths, hearing procedures,
constitution, and by-laws.
The Honor Council is made up of nine
Upper School students who are elected,
without campaign, by the student body
each year. These officers consist of a
speaker—who is always a senior—and
two representatives from each grade. All
must maintain a 3.5 grade point average.
Faculty co-sponsors are Carla Roach and
Anna Powell.
“This type of conditioning helps prepare
students for the real world,” says Roach.
“When they get to college, for example,
they will be held accountable for
plagiarism, so they have to adhere to the
same standards here at USJ. The Honor
Council helps make this a reality.”
During an assembly at the beginning of
each school year, Upper School students
recite the Honor Code oath, thereby
accepting their responsibility for the
Honor Code on campus and at all school
functions. Students are charged with
supporting the community of trust and
integrity embodied in this code and are
expected not to condone the violation
of this code by others.
2015-16 SCHOOL YEAR
HONOR COUNCIL MEMBERS
S P E A KE R
William Jones
S E N I O R R E P R E S E N TATI V E S
Seth Rohlwing & Nate Schwindt
J U N I O R R E P R E S E N TATI V E S
Luke Hollman & John Stanford
S O P H O M O R E R E P R E S E NTATI V E S
Alden Cardwell & Ashlee Dunn
F R E S H M E N R E P R E S E NTATI V E S
elected as the school year progresses
Senior William Jones, speaker for the
2015-16 school year, has served on the
Honor Council during his four years in
the Upper School. “I believe there’s real
value in knowing that you have to face
your peers if you do something that
doesn’t exhibit integrity,” Jones says.
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Community
Arts at the “U” Event
Raises Funds for STAR Center
and Hands Up! Preschool
NEWS
USJ students worked to raise funds for the STAR Center
and Hands Up! Preschool by hosting an art-focused event
this spring. The night began with an art gallery in the
foyer, which was transformed into an elegant setting by
TB Lighting. A variety of student pieces were showcased,
including sculptures, painting, and live art. The event had a
definite art gallery feel, with students serving refreshments
and singing as attendees strolled through.
Those present then headed into the theater for a talent
montage that included students singing, playing the piano,
and performing monologues or other theatrical scenes. Arts
at the “U” was a successful night that provided students
with the opportunity to showcase their artistic abilities
while benefiting local organizations.
Got Code? Will Travel
Student Awarded Trip to San Francisco for Coding Skills
Chinaza Nwokolo loves learning
about technology, and this spring, his
interests and talents led him to win a
trip to San Francisco.
As a participant of CO:de Catalyst,
a program through theCO, Chinaza
and 18 other USJ students spent
the fall semester learning how to
utilize Treehouse, a web platform
that teaches students how to build
a website, learn to code, build an
application, or start a business.
Students go through Treehouse at their
own pace, earning badges and working
on projects to earn a certain number
of points. Curriculum focuses on HTML
and CSS coding and also incorporates
PHP and Java. They also use Sprite Kits
as a way to create their own games.
First-year students can win a trip to
San Francisco.
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The group that toured San Francisco
from theCO included 12 students
from various local high schools along
with Chinaza. These students, through
their shared interests in coding, soon
discovered they had a lot in common
and became fast friends.
In San Francisco, the group visited
Pivotal Labs, Apple, Google, TechShop,
and LinkedIn. Students were amazed at
the way these companies make work
fun, not restricting their employees’
creativity but instead encouraging an
out-of-the-box approach.
Chinaza’s mom, Lisa, was thrilled her
son had this opportunity. “When he
told me he had been selected, I knew
this trip would be a great experience
for him,” she said. “This opportunity to
learn about technology, enhance his
own skills, and hear from others about
coding was phenomenal.”
Regardless of Chinaza’s career path,
technology is sure to be involved, and
his experiences with theCO and his trip
to San Francisco will forever shape his
interests in innovation.
Operation Donation: Upgrade
In May, USJ donated computer technology equipment
to the STAR Center to support its mission of helping
students with disabilities learn how to reach their full
potential.
“Anytime we can help a child-focused non-profit, it’s
a win-win situation for us,” said Head of School Stuart
Hirstein.
During the 2014-15 school year, USJ’s computer network
grew by over 1,000 Wi-Fi devices. Each sixth-grade
through twelfth-grade student received a MacBook Air,
and the Lower Campus acquired over 100 additional
iPads. All faculty and staff received MacBook Pros.
Due to this increase, the school needed an upgraded
router to accommodate the new devices. Previously, the
network was utilizing a Fortigate 310B Firewall/Router/
Webfilter, and the school made the decision to upgrade
to a Fortigate 800.
The idea to donate the old technology came from
Danielle Boyd, Director of Technology, who used to work
for the STAR Center. “The STAR Center and USJ have had
a close relationship since 2004 when the STAR Center
purchased the former USJ Lower School building,” says
Boyd. “The Star Center is a not-for-profit organization
doing amazing work on limited funding.”
USJ decided to donate their old equipment to the STAR
Center in order to upgrade its Untangle Firewall/Router
and improve connectivity and speed for the center.
They have recently configured the device for their
network with the help of ATA Technology and are now
utilizing this great equipment.
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Strength &
Conditioning
USJ Celebrates New Strength and Conditioning Coach and Facility Renovations
USJ has a renewed focus on overall
wellness for each child, and with
it, a new strength and conditioning
coach. Nick Stamper, who began
this new role on June 1, came to USJ
from SOLUS Performance Training in
Jackson where he started/managed
all of the fitness and speed strength
programs as well as acted as the
director of operations.
“We could think of no one more
qualified to take on this role,” says
Jody Evans, USJ’s Athletic Director.
“Nick has already proven to be a major
asset to USJ.”
Stamper, a graduate of Lambuth
University, obtained a Bachelor
of Science degree in Recreational
Sports Management. He was named
an All-American to the Mid-South
Conference Team during his college
football career at the University of
Tennessee at Martin and Lambuth
University. He went on to receive
free-agent deals with the Baltimore
Ravens (NFL) and the Montreal Alouettes
(CFL) and also won a championship with
Memphis Xplorers (AFL).
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He has worked as an assistant to the
Seattle Mariners since 2010 and with
the local Jackson Generals, Seattle’s
Double A baseball team, testing team
members and implementing sports
performance training. Locally, Stamper
has worked with the baseball, softball,
and men’s and women’s basketball
teams at Union University; the
volleyball and men’s basketball teams
at Freed-Hardeman University; the
men’s and women’s basketball teams at
Lane College; and Lambuth University’s
basketball teams.
Stamper has a newly renovated
facility in which to work. USJ, in its
desire to help students excel not
just academically but in every facet
of life, is committed to the overall
wellness of each student. Because of
this, the school’s field house and turf
room underwent renovations this
past summer. During a 30-day summer
challenge, the school exceeded its
financial goal for these renovations
and raised $35,373 in addition to the
$50,000 previously raised. The Bruins
Club matched $15,000 of this amount,
bringing the campaign total over the
necessary $100,000 to complete the
facility’s additions.
The renovation included new flooring
in the football weight room and turf
room. The turf room also now has
a three-lane track. New equipment
includes eight new power racks with
custom logos inlaid in the flooring.
The facility also has medicine balls,
dumbbells, plyometric boxes, weight
plates, sleds, and agility equipment.
“As our new strength and conditioning
coach, Nick manages this facility as well
as trains our students,” Evans said. USJ’s
athletes utilize these new resources,
and strength and conditioning classes
are offered as part of the school’s
curriculum.
USJ’s mission to instill “academic
excellence and lifelong learning so
each student can reach his or her
maximum potential” applies not only
to the minds of students but to their
bodies as well. The renovated strength
and conditioning facility will allow for
a better focus on health and wellness
and the development of practices
that will serve students long after they
finish their time at USJ.
Thank you to all who contributed during our 30-day Summer Challenge!
Q&A WITH
NICK STAMPER
What were your favorite courses in college?
Exercise Science in Sports Psychology
If you could do anything to benefit Jackson,
what would it be?
Open an A1 multi-use community center
Where do you volunteer locally?
Serving inner-city youth
Describe USJ in four words or less.
Welcoming, Competitive, Excellence
“I am grateful for the opportunity to
assist as Performance Specialist/
Strength & Conditioning Coach.
Working with students is very fulfilling
because I not only get to teach
them, but I also have the privilege of
watching them grow and reach their
full levels of potential.” - Stamper
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Division II West
Miss Softball 2015 Winner
Athletics N E W S
THE NOBLE
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Ally Mcfarland
Nine Athletes Attending
College with Sports Scholarships
Senior Ally Mcfarland was named the Tennessee Coaches Association
Division II West Miss Softball 2015 winner this spring. In 2015, Ally was 22-5
with 155 strikeouts and a 1.77 ERA. “Ally is a wonderfully well-rounded
student-athlete who not only excels on the softball diamond but also in
the classroom and community,” says softball coach Brian Dunn. “I have
known and coached Ally since she was six years old and admire her desire
and efforts for high achievement in all areas of her life.”
Dalton Hockaday
Tennis • Bethel University
Sam Darnall
Cross Country • Mississippi College
Sara Glassman
Volleyball • Cumberland University
Chase Harris
Anna Jones
Miss Basketball Finalist
Junior Anna Jones was named a Miss Basketball finalist last year. She has
already caught the attention of some Division I schools. “Anna loves the
game and has talent and a strong work ethic,” says girls’ basketball coach
Tony Shutes. “With her potential, the sky’s the limit.”
Golf • University of Memphis
Ryan Rolison
George Markos & Cade Reasons
Ben Brauss
Mr. Baseball Finalist
Senior Ryan Rolison was named a Mr. Baseball finalist this spring. Ryan, who
is the first USJ student to try out for the USA 18u National Baseball Team,
was the runner-up for the Mr. Baseball award. He has already committed
to Ole Miss. “Something clicked in Ryan’s mind between his sophomore
and junior seasons,” says baseball coach Jack Peel. “I witnessed the greatest
improvement in a player in one year’s time that I have ever seen at any level.”
Sophomore Cade Reasons and junior
George Markos brought home the
state title in boys’ tennis doubles
from Murfreesboro in May. This was
USJ’s second boys’ tennis doubles
championship in three years.
Baseball • Harding University
Cameron Tinker
Baseball • Rhodes College
Rachel Giampapa
Soccer • UT Chattanooga
Emily Mitchell
Soccer • Cumberland University
Shelby Williams
Soccer • UT Chattanooga
Trey Smith
Mr. Football Finalist
Junior Trey Smith was named a Mr. Football finalist last fall. Trey, who has
already received numerous college offers, attended a camp at the Nike
Compound in Beaverton, Oregon this summer where he was one of less
than ten underclassmen out of one hundred student-athletes. He has
been named to All-Region and All-State. “Trey has great character, and I
expect great things from him,” says football head coach Mickey Marley. “He
embodies what a USJ student-athlete should be.”
Soccer Players Chosen
to Play in England
Three USJ boys’ soccer players were chosen to play on
the Super Club National Team in England this summer.
The team, made up of fifteen boys from around the
country, spent the 12-day trip playing teams from the
professional youth academy in London and Chester.
Students Will Pucek, Tyler Hite, and Sam Newman were
nominated by their soccer coach Briamst Castro for this
amazing opportunity.
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USJ Wins State Title in Boys’ Tennis Doubles
“All three of these students are very hardworking and
talented,” says Coach Castro. “You can see their love for
the game when they take the field.”
Their victory came with a 6-4, 6-2 win over
Knoxville Webb. The duo did not drop
a set in three wins—one over University
School of Nashville, and the others over
two different pairs from Knoxville Webb.
“Cade and George complement each
other well,” says Coach Ted Measley. “Their
playing styles and personalities are very
different, so they balance each other.”
George and Cade are excited about the
upcoming season, with USJ only losing
two seniors. “We need to bring home a
different title this time,” says Reasons. “We
need to win the state title as a team.”
Tennessee Softball Coaches
Association Award Winners
The following USJ softball players and coach were
honored June 15, 2015 at the annual TSCA All-Star games
at Columbia State College. Pitcher Ally Mcfarland was
chosen as the DII West Miss Softball award winner, and
Addison Dunn and Anna Pearson were named to the DII
All-State team. Coach Brian Dunn was chosen as a coach
for the West All-stars and Senior Samantha Sullivan
played for the West All-stars and was also awarded
a TSCA scholarship, which she will use as she begins
studying at Mississippi State University.
Softball Team Wins District
USJ softball won its seventh consecutive district title in
2015 before hosting the Region’s Final Four on May 5 and
May 7. The team finished 27-4 for the season going into
the Final Four of the region.
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Academics
NEWS
Math Students
Finish Strong at
TMTA Competition
USJ math students placed high in
several events at the Tennessee
Mathematics Association’s contest
at Freed-Hardeman University. As a
team, the school won four events
and placed third in the fifth.
SGA Members are Excited
to Start the New Year
USJ Seniors Molly Morris and Parker
Lewis are excited about the year
ahead for the Student Government
Association. “I’m enthusiastic about
school spirit, and I can’t wait to find
ways to best serve the student body
through this organization over the
next year,” says Morris, SGA President.
scale, and anti-bully initiatives. The
project-focused Service Committee
is composed of club chaplains
and service coordinators. The final
committee, the Spirit Committee,
allows class and club secretaries to
focus on issues that do not receive as
much attention as others.
SGA plays a huge role in USJ’s
activities throughout the year. The
organization is made up of eight SGA
officers, all class officers, and all club
officers; this means over 100 students
are a part of SGA. Faculty sponsors
are Judy Sanderson and Katie Ramer.
SGA works on numerous events
throughout the year, including new
student orientation and Homecoming.
Other activities include peer tutoring
and the Ambassador Program, which
allows older students to work with
new and prospective students.
Four committees exist to fulfill
various roles. The Senate, which
focuses on event planning, is made
up of all class and club presidents.
The Student Affairs Committee,
made up of all vice presidents,
focuses on issues that students bring
up throughout the year, including
school uniforms, parking, the grading
“I’m excited about community
service and getting a lot done,” says
Lewis, SGA Vice President. “Service
can be a big part of our year.” This
year’s theme for SGA is integrity. This
will be evident in their upcoming
projects, including a push for a drug
and alcohol-free student body and an
environmentally friendly school.
Student Receives Grand Recognition at
Duke University Talent Identification Program
Several students in last year’s seventhgrade class earned recognition from the
prestigious Duke University academic
program for gifted students.
Elisa Kapunan earned Grand Recognition, a
national honor for students who scored in
the highest four percent of the Duke Talent
Identification Program. Out of the 64,500
students who took the test, only 2,230
qualified for this honor. Elisa attended
an award’s ceremony at Duke featuring
a keynote address by Nobel Laureate
Dr. Robert J. Lefkowitz on May 18.
Ian Bates, AJ Bond, Jake Booher, Gabrielle
Evans, Anika Mahajan, Caleb Martin, Felix
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Nnaji, Adit Patel, Will Pucek, Seth Spry,
and Caleb Watlington all earned State
Recognition for scoring in the top 40 percent.
Duke based its national and state
recognition on scores the students earned
after taking the ACT or SAT, both college
entrance exams, last winter.
USJ saw 36 percent of its seventh-grade
class qualify for the 2014-15 program. These
students scored in the 95th percentile in
at least one qualifying category of the
standardized tests taken in the fall of their
sixth-grade year. Students scoring a 125 or
higher on the Otis-Lennon School Ability
Test also qualified.
100% of USJ Students Take AP Exams
Over 100 students took advanced placement courses at
USJ last year, and all of them took the exams for their
corresponding courses. Students are not given the choice
to opt out of taking exams at USJ. “AP exams have a high
standard with colleges,” says Carol Ryan, Director of College
Advising. “Everyone across the country takes the same test
on the same day. This allows colleges to see exactly what
students have learned in their courses.”
“What I enjoy about our AP students is the reason that most
take these courses,” says Shannon Whisenant, Assistant
Director of College Advising. “They are less concerned about
the college credit they earn and are more interested in simply
taking the most rigorous classes available to them here at USJ.”
USJ offers 16 different AP courses, and many upperclassmen
take two-three at a time. The largest AP class is U.S. history,
and biology is also a popular AP course offering. Other
available courses include English literature and composition,
calculus, Spanish language and culture, and computer science.
AP courses provide students with an indicator of how on-track
they are for college. USJ offers more AP options than anyone
else in the area, and its scores are well above the national
average. The classes are weighted, which makes the effort of
taking the exam worthwhile for most students.
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
Percentage of AP students with Score 3+
Yearbook Award
The 2015 USJ Yearbook was inducted into Walsworth Yearbooks’ Gallery of
Excellence. The Gallery of Excellence is a showcase of the best yearbooks
published by Walsworth. Yearbooks are chosen based on the high quality
of their design, coverage, copy, and photography. These yearbooks are
displayed at conventions and workshops and are also used as samples by sales
representatives. The Bruin has been chosen for this prestigious honor for six
out of the past seven years.
Farm Bureau Essay Contest
Lower School
Spelling Bee Winners:
1st Place - Ijeoma Oleru
2nd Place - Kim Kabre
3rd Place - Mark Cox
Middle School
Spelling Bee Winners:
1st Place - Xavier Hawkins
2nd Place - Alan Henderson
3rd Place - Elisa Kapunan
Farm Bureau sponsored a county-wide essay contest on the topic of “What is a
Farmer?” Seventh graders from Dana Simmons’ class participated in the contest
by writing a 500 word essay, and all three contest finalists were her students.
1st - Isabella Turner • 2nd - Chloe Burnette • 3rd - Seth Spry
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ARTS
NEWS
Students Attend Art Intensive Program
This summer, two art students proved that learning does not
stop just because school is not in session. Maddie Studtmann and
Jordan Stewart, along with art teacher Libby Lynch, participated
in Tennessee Technology University’s Summer High School Art
Intensive at the University’s satellite campus, the Appalachian
Center for Craft, from June 7-13.
Maddie and Jordan attended the fibers and glass program. They
were taught how to make sculptures from reeds, using branches
and twigs they found outside to add to their work. They also
collected plants and flowers to learn about natural dyes. In the
glass portion of the course, they took molten hot glass and crafted
sculptures. Once the glass cooled, the girls grinded and polished
their work into decorative pieces using machinery in the workshop.
photo by Angela Spencer
Middle School Students Perform Annie Jr.
Middle School students performed
Annie Jr. on May 3 and May 4.
“Both the fibers and glass classes required labor and focus, so
we had to come ready to work every day,” said Studtmann.
“Our instructors were very dedicated to ensuring our safety and
encouraged us to let our creativity take control.”
Annie Jr. is an adaptation of the Tony
Award-winning hit Broadway musical
for young performers that is based
on the popular comic strip by Harold
Gray. Musical numbers include the
world famous song “Tomorrow.”
The first grade participated in a special cooperative art lesson using the book
The Crayon Box That Talked by Shane DeRolf, illustrated by Michael Letzig.
The story is about a box of crayons that didn’t get along until they realized
they were all “different” colors, and they were all necessary and important to
complete the picture.
2015
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SCH OLARS H I P
AWAR DS
The Arts Guild Scholarships are an application-based award available to students
who are rising 10th-12th graders at USJ for the school year following application. The
Arts Guild is pleased to announce the following student scholarship awards for 2015:
Caroline Miller
Jordan Stewart
Theater, Dr. Tammy Grant
Awarded tuition for three months of
classes with Kincaid-Gooch Studio.
Art, Libby Lynch
Awarded tuition to attend Appalachian
Craft Center Summer Art Intensive.
Ethan Baskin
Maddie Studtmann
Chorus, Dian Eddleman
Awarded tuition cost to attend
the Opera Memphis Summer
Conservatory.
Art, Libby Lynch
Awarded tuition to attend Appalachian
Craft Center Summer Art Intensive.
Lili Mahalati had the leading role in a
cast of about 40 students from 6th9th grade. Lili’s brother, Zach, recently
played the lead in Seussical, and the
two of them, along with their mother,
appeared onstage in Mary Poppins.
Students practiced for about six
weeks to prepare for Annie Jr. While
most USJ productions require a
choreographer, the creative cast of
Annie Jr. choreographed themselves.
Upper School students worked
backstage for the production.
UPCOMING
PERFORMANCES
Art Project Teaches Important Lesson
“This group of students was
exceptionally talented and filled with
great ideas,” says Dr. Tammy Grant,
musical director.
The musical productions are directed
by Dr. Grant, who has been with the
school for twenty years. Her husband,
Tom Grant, works with the orchestra,
and drama teacher Erica Davidson
assists with the choreography.
Community member Scott Conley
handles set design.
USJ’s productions incorporate parents
and teachers at times, providing a
unique experience for everyone.
“Seeing the Middle and Upper
Schools work together is unique and
educational,” says Dr. Grant.
The Wizard of Oz
Cinderella
Saturday, October 24 • 7 p.m.
Friday, March 4 • 7 p.m.
Sunday, October 25 • 2 p.m.
Saturday, March 5 • 7 p.m.
Monday, October 26 • 7 p.m.
Sunday, March 6 • 2 p.m.
School-wide
(Enchanted Edition)
Disney’s
The Lion King, Jr.
Middle School
Sunday, May 1 • 2 p.m.
Monday, May 2 • 9:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.
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Faculty
Lower School
NEWS
Mimi Hirstein
Early Childhood
Amy Buckley
Early Childhood Assistant
Amy will be an assistant in Junior Kindergarten. Amy recently
came back to USJ from Union University where she worked
as the Transfer Coordinator. Prior to that, Amy served as the
District Attorney Secretary for the State of Tennessee for
three years. Amy worked as an Assistant in the USJ College
Advising office for four years and was also a Cubs and Jr.
Kindergarten Assistant at USJ for another three years. Amy
has a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology with
a Minor in Communications from Union University.
Kathy Brandt
Junior Cubs, 2 year olds
Kathy will be our new Junior Cubs teacher. Kathy
has eight years of experience teaching 4th grade at
Bedfordview Primary School in South Africa as well
as the Christian Academy of Louisville in Louisville,
Kentucky. Kathy also spent time homeschooling
her children through Kindergarten. Kathy has a
Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University
of the Witwatersrand
in Johannesburg,
South Africa. She has
a further diploma
in Education from
Rand Afrikaans in
Johannesburg.
Annie Hayes
Junior Cubs and Cubs,
Part-Time Classes
Annie will be our new Junior Cubs and Cubs
teacher. Annie has been teaching for over 18 years
and most recently was the grade-level chair and
Pre-Kindergarten teacher at Isaac Lane Technology Magnet
Elementary School in the Jackson-Madison County School
System. Prior to that, Annie taught first grade at East End
Elementary School in Humboldt and was a Kindergarten
teacher at Anderson Early Childhood Center for the Haywood
County Schools. Annie holds a Master of Education from
Union University and a Bachelor of Science degree in
Elementary Education from Union University.
Lower School Librarian
Mimi joins us as the new Lower School Librarian. Mimi
has over 20 years experience working in education. She
has taught Kindergarten through sixth grade. She was
a founding faculty member of Island Pacific Academy
where she worked as a teacher and as a reading resource
teacher. Mimi created the Lower School library and teacher
resource room at IPA where she also led literacy workshops
for teachers as well as parents. Mimi’s passion is children’s
literature. She will bring a love of books, as well as a love
of children, to our community. Mimi has a Bachelor of
Arts degree in Elementary Education from California State
University of Fresno and has done further
graduate work at Mississippi State and
The University of Central Oklahoma in
Reading Research.
Teachers who attended the conference were:
Amber Anderson (Jr. Cubs)
Kathy Brandt (Jr. Cubs)
Annie Hayes (Jr. Cubs/Cubs)
Ranee Jones (Cubs)
Karen Morganti (Cubs)
Holly Johnson (Jr. K.)
Cori Rose (Jr. K)
Vicki Wilson (Jr. K.)
Hailey Eldridge (K)
Sarah Pate (K)
Jennifer Sammons (K)
Beth Hudson (EC Director)
“I think this is one of the best early
childhood conferences held anywhere,” says
Beth Hudson, Early Childhood Director. “So
many well-known early childhood experts
were there, and I believe we each took away
valuable teaching methods and ideas to use
in our classrooms.”
Nick Stamper
Upper School
Dr. Jennifer Champion-Daniel
Upper School Chemistry
Jennifer has over 30 years of teaching
experience in public and independent
schools. Most recently, Jennifer taught
Chemistry and Physics at McKenzie High
School where she had been a teacher for
the past 16 years. While at McKenzie, she
was also the Key Club sponsor, participated in Habitat for
Humanity, Trick-or-Treat for Unicef, March of Dimes, Angel
Tree Christmas Project for children, and the Reading Project
for the McKenzie Headstart Program. Jennifer received her
Doctorate of Education in Teacher Leadership from Walden
University in Minnesota, a Master of Arts in Education from
Bethel University, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education
from the University of Mississippi.
2015 Sterling Award Recipient: Libby Lynch
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Early Childhood Educators
Attend Conference in Dallas
At USJ, teachers recognize the importance of
establishing a strong foundation in the lives
of their youngest students. They are always
looking for the latest and most innovative
ideas to keep their time in the classroom
exciting. This year, that meant traveling to
Dallas, TX to join 2,000 other teachers at Frog
Street’s 23rd Annual Splash Early Childhood
Educational Conference from July 30-August
1. Expert classroom teachers, professional
consultants, and internationally recognized
keynote speakers—including former First
Lady Laura Bush and award-winning children’s
author Michael Shoulders—worked together
to make this event an excellent learning
experience for attendees.
Congratulations to Upper School Art Teacher Libby Lynch for winning a Sterling
Award, naming her one of the 20 most influential women in West Tennessee for
2015. Other members of the USJ family winning a 2015 Sterling Award are parents
Pam Bowers and Lynn Woodside and alumni parent Alice Kirkland.
Strength and
Conditioning Coach
Nick comes to us
from SOLUS where
he was the Head of
Operations and Lead
Speed and Strength
Performance Specialist. Nick holds
a Bachelor of Science degree in
Recreation and Sports Management
from Lambuth University where he
also played football. Nick was a twotime All-American at Lambuth and
the University of Tennessee at Martin
in football. Nick also played football
professionally. Nick has assisted the
Seattle Mariners baseball team with
performance training as well as worked
with the Jackson Generals. Nick has
trained several professional athletes
in numerous sports and is also the
founder of Pro-Kids, a foundation for
Fitness and Well-being for kids in our
local community. Nick is certified in
USA Track and Field, USA Weightlifting,
and The National Association of Speed
and Explosion.
John Wilson
Donnie Nickey
Football Coach
Donnie joins us as a member of our
football staff. The former Tennessee
Titan safety played college football
at Ohio State from 1999-2002 before
being drafted by the Titans in 2003.
He played his entire NFL career, which
ended in 2011, with the Titans.
Middle/Upper School Librarian
John will be joining us as our new
Middle/Upper School Librarian.
John was the Assistant Professor of
Library Services and the Technology
and Reference Librarian at FreedHardeman University for 13 years
and most recently worked at OCLC,
which is a library technology company.
John has a Master’s degree in Library
and Information Studies from the
University of Alabama and a Bachelor
of Science degree in Mathematics and
Computer Science and a Bachelor of
Arts degree in English and a Bachelor
of Business Administration with a
concentration in Finance from FreedHardeman University.
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Alumni
Alumni Updates
NEWS
Meredith Maroney, Class of 2014, organized a
talent show at USJ in May while serving as Miss
Dyersburg to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network.
Miss Tennessee 2014 Hayley Lewis hosted the show, and
the winners were selected to perform at the Mid-South Fair this
fall. Through her fundraising efforts, Meredith raised over $1,000 for
this worthy charity. In July, Meredith was crowned Miss Tennessee
Valley and will compete once again in the Miss Tennessee pageant
in June 2016.
USJ Weekend
The first annual USJ Weekend was held
April 17-18, 2015 and was attended by
alumni, faculty, students, and current
families. On Friday night, participants
enjoyed a softball double header
with Evangelical Christian School,
and Coach Dunn honored three softball
alums between the games. Later, students
and parents enjoyed Movie at The U in the
Blankenship Theater. Upper School students
Annabelle Reese, Riley Koerner, and Ethan
Baskin entertained everyone with live music
prior to the movie. Saturday was marked with
a barbecue lunch and inflatables for the kids.
Members of the 1999 State Championship Baseball team were honored
on the field after the game.
USJ Weekend will serve as one of three events (Homecoming,
Basketball Homecoming, and USJ Weekend) each year where families
and classmates can gather on campus for reunions or casual gettogethers. We would like for our alumni and their families to get into
the habit of coming “back to the U.”
USJ Weekend 2016
Friday, April 22 &
Saturday, April 23
• Free varsity softball, baseball,
and soccer games
• Barbecue lunch
• Inflatables for the kids
• Movie at The U on the big screen
• Live music featuring our Upper
School students
Alumni Spotlight: The Davidsons
Jude teaching little brother
Chapel Davidson how to dribble.
When Dow and Jen Davidson
return to Jackson to visit their
families, their oldest son has one
thing on his mind.
“He loves going to USJ to play on
the soccer field,” says Jen of Jude,
age six. “He knows that’s where
his mom and dad went to school,
so he loves going there himself.”
Jude was given a special
opportunity to be a Bruin
this summer, participating in a
soccer camp while visiting his
grandparents. “If we lived in
Jackson, our sons would surely
attend USJ, so I am happy Jude
got to play soccer at our alma
mater this summer,” Jen says.
The Davidsons have been busy
in the years since they graduated
from USJ. Dow, Class of 1996, first
attended Union University and
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then went on to Cumberland
School of Law. Jen, Class of 2001,
attended Southern Methodist
University in Dallas, majoring in
chemistry and double minoring
in art and math. She has since
attended medical school and
just finished her residency in
pediatric ophthalmology.
The couple, along with sons
Jude and Chapel, age two, have
recently moved to Birmingham,
AL. Dow works as an attorney for
BBA Compass Bank, and Jen is a
doctor at the Children’s Hospital
of Alabama for ALO Associates.
“Our experiences at USJ taught
us how to challenge ourselves,”
says Jen. “We are grateful for
the educations we received,
and we each see our time at
USJ as a stepping stone to our
current careers.”
Elizabeth Breeden Sain, Class of 2011, graduated cum laude
from the University of Memphis in May with a degree in
Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Marketing/Professional
Selling. Elizabeth attended Mississippi State University for two
years where she was an active member of Tri Delta sorority. She
then transferred to the University of Memphis where she was
recognized by the Department of Journalism’s faculty as the 2015
Outstanding Broadcast News Student of the Year.
Joe Shearin, Class of 2001, and his wife, Tracy,
welcomed their second child, Leighton (Mae)
Shearin, on April 9, 2015. Mae has an older
brother, Mack, who will be three years old in
October. The family lives in Medina, and Joe
is the Residential Project Manager for Fisher
Construction Company in Milan.
Don Gilliam, Class of 1992, and his wife,
Jordan, celebrated the birth of their
twin daughters, Madison Elizabeth and
Abigail Lawler, on February 16, 2015 in
Birmingham, Alabama.
Terri Lynn Surrat, Class of 2005, and
Brannon Williams, Class of 2001, were
married on April 18 in Chattanooga. Terri
Lynn graduated from the University of
Memphis with a Bachelor’s degree in
Exercise Sports and Science. Brannon
received a Bachelor’s degree in Managerial Finance from the
University of Mississippi. He is the vice president at INSOUTH
Bank in Brownsville where the couple will reside.
Alumni: update your mailing and email address or tell
us your latest news! Go to usjbruins.org/alumni or
contact Melissa Zerfoss, Director of Alumni Relations,
at (731) 300-3686 or [email protected].
Alumni Class of 2015
Scholarship Essay Quotes
Here are a few words from our newest alumni.
“To say that I feel prepared to succeed
academically would not be accurate. I feel
prepared to succeed in life.” - Sierra Glosson
“This curriculum has truly prepared me to go
to any college campus and carry my own there
when it comes to academics.” - Jordan Boyd
“The biggest lesson that USJ has taught me
is the importance of honor and teamwork.
Without it, I would not be successful.”
- Emily Sanderson
“I am grateful for the opportunities that USJ has
given me to become not only a better student
but also a better a person.” - Amanda Holloway
“The diverse academic and extracurricular
choices that USJ provides have sparked in me a
curiosity that will serve me well in the future.”
- Alan Wilms
“Graduating from USJ is not just leaving a
school, it is more like leaving behind a family.”
- Mary Alex Richards
“With all of the experiences of the last four
years beside me, I can approach the next four
with eagerness and readiness.” - Austin Wilms
Alumni Memoriam
We are saddened by the loss of our friend and
classmate Paul McAfee, who passed away on
May 1, 2015 at the age of 53 after a long fight
with Lupus.
He was born on November 1, 1961 to Bill and
Nancy McAfee and is survived by his brothers,
Bob and David McAfee, his sister, Cathy
Maiocco, and five nieces and nephews.
Paul graduated from Old Hickory Academy
in 1980. He then attended the University of
Tennessee at Knoxville and graduated with a
degree in Journalism. He worked for the Knoxville
Sentinel as a sports writer and later worked for
Energy Publishing in Knoxville.
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Upcoming E V E N T S
Homecoming 2015
Holiday Mart
Come out for one of the biggest weekends of
the year and celebrate Homecoming 2015 with
us on Friday, October 2!
November 20-22, 2015
The Holiday Mart is USJ’s biggest
fundraiser each year. The threeday event features shopping,
homemade baked goods, dining,
antiques, special events, and
even an appearance by Santa
Claus. In 2014, we set a record
for ticket sales, and we hope
to surpass that record this year
with our 45th annual Holiday
Mart. As always, we depend on
parent volunteers to make the
Mart a success.
This year’s Holiday Mart is
November 20-22. We will
continue the tradition of the
Friday night Jingle Bell Mingle,
which also had record sales in
2014. We will once again host
a Preview Party on Thursday
night, followed by the Tea Room
on Friday. After a successful
premiere last year, the Bruin
Bistro will again be open for
customers. An exciting new
event with Santa will take
place for the little ones this
year on Sunday. Other new
developments include changes
in times: the Mart will open
roughly 30 minutes earlier this
year on Friday and Saturday and
an hour earlier on Sunday.
One of the most profitable
areas of the Holiday Mart is the
Bakeshop. USJ parents need to
bake because these proceeds are
100% profit for the Mart.
This is the second year for
Leanne Richardson and Anne
Short to serve as Co-Chairmen
of the Holiday Mart. Their goal,
with the help of Tarsha Basham
and Nikki Watlington, is for this
to be the biggest and most
profitable Holiday Mart yet.
For more information about the
Mart, visit usjholidaymart.com.
Festivities begin at 1 p.m. as all USJ students
line the campus to wave as the Upper School
kicks off Homecoming 2015 with a campuswide parade. All current families, parents,
grandparents, and alumni are invited to attend.
Next, join us for a pep rally from 1:45 to 3:00
p.m. in the Upper School gym as classes
entertain us with skits and Olympic games. The
players and homecoming representatives will
also be introduced.
At 5:45 p.m., the Alumni Barbecue begins in the
tent just inside the football gate. For free game
tickets and to RSVP to this free alumni event,
please visit www.usjbruins.org/alumni or contact
[email protected]. Seniors and their parents
are also invited to attend.
The Bruin Walk begins at 6:45 p.m. Cheer
on the Bruins as they make their way onto
the field. Gather on the path between
the concession stand and the track on the
scoreboard side.
The game begins at 7 p.m. as USJ faces off
against Rossville Christian Academy.
On Saturday, October 3 at 10:30 a.m., alumni
who would like to tour both buildings on
campus will be given a short tour.
Grandparents’ Day
September 25, 2015
Please join us for our biennial Grandparents’/Special Friends’ Day on
Friday, September 25. Events for students in Early Childhood (Junior
Cubs through Kindergarten) are held from 8 to 10 a.m., while for
students in grades 1-5, events range from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. School will
dismiss at noon, and daycare will be available beginning at this time.
Take your grandchildren to the Scholastic Book Fair. Visit their
classrooms. Participate in a petting zoo, pony rides, train rides, a
photo booth, and art activities. Enjoy entertainment in the cafeteria.
Attend our traditional spaghetti supper and then watch the Lower
School’s traditional half-time performance at the football game that
evening. We are excited for you to join us and see just how much
your grandchildren mean to USJ.
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To RSVP for this event and to find out more
about other class events during Homecoming
weekend, check out usjbruins.org/reunions
Homecoming weekend festivities are
hosted by the USJ Bruins Club and the
USJ Alumni Association.
Class of 2015
October 2-3, 2015
The Newest Alumni Members
This fall, the 72 members of the USJ Class of 2015 headed off in all directions to college. This included Georgetown
in Washington D.C., Vanderbilt, Rhodes, Lee, Southern Methodist University, Georgia Tech, Samford, UT, Alabama,
and Mississippi State. Viterbo University in Wisconsin, known for its performing arts, welcomed its first USJ
graduate, while other colleges, like Rhodes and Union, were pleased to accept more USJ students.
The class had three students recognized by the National Merit Foundation and 12 Advanced Placement Scholars
recognized by the College Board. The top quintile (20 percent) of the class had an ACT average of 32; the average
ACT for the whole class was 26. All of the graduates were accepted into a college of their choice. The top three
graduates were Alan Wilms, Valedictorian; Austin Wilms, Salutatorian; and Madison Perchik, Essayist.
Jonathan Adkins • University of Mississippi
Peyton Antwine • Rhodes College
Reese Antwine • University of Georgia
Abby Atkins • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Neeley Atkins • Mississippi State University
Beau Barksdale • Pellissippi State
Reagan Beecham • Mississippi State University
Jordan Boyd • University of Mississippi
Ben Brauss • Harding University
William Butler • Mississippi State University
Callie Cantrell • University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Kayce Clifton • Pellissippi State
Mackenzie Cotner • University of Tennessee at Martin
Bailey Cozart • Mississippi State University
Sam Darnall • Mississippi College
Cole Davis • University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Rachel Giampapa • University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Andrea Glass • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Sara Glassman • Cumberland University
Sierra Glosson • Viterbo University
Nick Gregory • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Molly Hall • Mississippi State University
Georgina Harlan • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Chase Harris • University of Memphis
Robert Henderson • Mississippi State University
Dalton Hockaday • Bethel University
Tori Hockaday • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Amanda Holloway • Georgetown University
Rachel Hooper • Savannah College of Art and Design
Ray Howard • University of Mississippi
Morgan Jenkins • Rhodes College
Fernando Karg • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Christian Kramer • Mississippi State University
Walker Laird • Millsaps College
Hope Magee • Union University
Laura Mantooth • Lee University
Jessie Mathis • Union University
Emily Mitchell • Cumberland University
Steven Mysiewicz • Rhodes College
Sydney Paris • Auburn University
Hayden Patey • University of Mississippi
Nigel Peeples • Murray State University
Madison Perchik • Rhodes College
Sarah Pierce • University of Mississippi
Lauren Pitcairn • Mississippi State University
Mary Alex Richards • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Sam Rickman • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Clare Robertson • University of Alabama
Yahaira Rodriguez • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Hunter Ross • Union University
Kaitlyn Ross • Mississippi State University
Kelsey Sanders • Louisiana State University
Emily Sanderson • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Rebekah Sears • Christian Brothers University
Paige Sheffield • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Adam Sills • University of Tennessee at Knoxville
Ashmeet Singh • Rhodes College
Nicole Sioson • Mississippi State University
Matthew Smith • Rhodes College
Hollen Spencer • University of Arkansas
Vickie Subia • Jackson State Community College
Samantha Sullivan • Mississippi State University
Michael Taylor • University of Mississippi
Matthew Teel • Mississippi State University
Walker Teer • Samford University
Cameron Tinker • Rhodes College
Derek Wallace • Montana State University
Shelby Williams • University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Alan Wilms • Vanderbilt University
Austin Wilms • Vanderbilt University
Ryan Woods • Jackson State Community College
Charles Woodside • Southern Methodist University
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2014
2015
Annual Fund Contributors
ANNUAL REPORT
Dear Friends, Family, Faculty, and Staff,
From professional development to program innovation
and expansion, your commitment to USJ directly benefits
students of today and the future. Our school continues
to embody our Operating Principles of Honesty, Integrity,
Respect, Responsibility, and Excellence. We instill in our
students the skills and desire to make a positive difference
in their communities and around the world. Our dedicated
faculty challenges, nurtures, and shapes young minds,
building on our legacy of excellence. More importantly, we
have a school community that places the highest value
on developing young people who demonstrate strength of
character and the ability to serve as leaders of tomorrow.
We can accomplish this because of your gifts and support
and for that, we are extremely grateful.
The Annual Fund and the success of events like Boots and
Bowties, along with our support organizations like the
Parents Club, Bruins Club, and Arts Guild make it possible
for us to deliver a rigorous curriculum in small classes
taught by outstanding faculty. It also supports exceptional
student activities in the arts, athletics, and educational
technology. By giving to USJ and by actively participating
in our support organizations, you are helping provide our
students and faculty with outstanding resources. These
resources will help our students reach their fullest potential
and will help move USJ forward.
Tax-deductible gifts to the Annual Fund make up the difference between
tuition income and operational needs. Your gifts to the fund help USJ keep
its tuition one-third lower than peer, independent schools in the Southeast.
Teamwork at USJ will assist us as we invest in our faculty,
secure in access to innovative technology for students,
explore approaches to global awareness and understanding,
cultivate the art of teaching and learning, improve and
expand school facilities, and create financial sustainability.
Our aspirations are based on our knowledge that the world
is complex and diverse, and to prepare our children for this
rapidly changing world, we must not stand still.
This annual report celebrates all of the people who, through
their generosity, have helped USJ secure a position of
strength. It is my privilege to thank those of you who make
USJ a priority every year. Without your support, we would
not be the school we are today.
I know you share my pride in our school community as you
review this report. I know you believe in our mission and
with your continued support, University School of Jackson
will graduate individuals who are capable of making our
world a better place for all.
Your gift, your impact, their future.
Sincerely,
Stuart Hirstein
Head of School
2014 -2015 BUDGET
INCOME
Tuition & Fees..............................................$10,042,192
Auxiliary (Buses, cafeteria, etc.)...............$629,750
Annual Fund......................................................$160,000
Gifts to Operations .......................................$95,500
(Budgeted $ from Support Groups)
Total.........................................................$10,927,442
EXPENSES
Salaries & Benefits.......................................$6,980,461
Debt & Capital Expenses...........................$1,107,290
Operational Expenses............................... $1,402,228
(Utilities, maintenance, grounds, insurance)
Educational Expenses..................................$850,560
(Books, classroom supplies, athletics, etc.)
Administrative Expenses.............................$538,740
(Business office, marketing, development)
Total........................................................ $10,879,279
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DONATIONS TO SUPPORT GROUPS
Bruins Club Super Boosters............................................................$65,702
Arts Guild Partners & Patrons of the Arts.............................. $20,460
Parents Club Holiday Mart Sponsors & Patrons....................$49,054
TOTAL GIVING IN 2014-2015
Giving (Annual Fund & designated) ...........................................$176,168
Restricted Giving (Special gifts & projects) .......................... $107,973
INCOME
EXPENSE
Founders Society ($10,000+)
Rachel & Clay Carlock
Camille & Ralph Jones
Elesha & John Reid
USJ Bruins Club
USJ Society ($5,000+)
BancorpSouth
Amanda & Tony Gregory
JMS Russel Metals Corp
Sarah & Kelly Pucek
Chana & Alan Sallee
Jennifer & Jason Sammons
Smith Floor Covering
& Interior Design
Legacy Society ($2,500+)
Teresa & Richard Ayers
Sylvia Bell
LaNette & Bill Buckley
Mona & Jim Campbell
Jennifer & Joseph Crenshaw
Lee & Todd Driver
Fiona & Jonathan Harlan
Christi & Joel Haynes
Mimi & Stu Hirstein
Denise & Eric Homberg
B.J. & Ralph Jones
Misty & James Kirkland
Amy & Paul Koerner
Taylor & David Laird
Maria & Bill Mariencheck
Holly & Steve Maroney
Mary Jane & Mike McWherter
Allison & Preston Miller
Ginger & John New
Molly & Ryan Roy
Laura & Eric Sievers
Brenda & Bob Smith
Jamie & Jason Sullivan
Jan & Patrick Teer
Sara Jane & Ruste Via
Jennifer & John Whybrew
Red & Blue Society ($1,000+)
Alexander Thompson Arnold PLLC CPAs
Tara & Trey Antwine
Denise & Jack Billings
Martha & Jonathan Campbell
Class of 2015
Core Heart & Medical Center
Amanda & Richard Crowley
First Tennessee Foundation
Beth & Doug Haltom
Ben Murphy
Deborah & Howard Newell
Betty & Don Newman
Tammy & Wade Norris
Northwestern Mutual Foundation
Joyce & Kofi Nuako
Whitney & John Overton
Kathy & Darrion Prewitt
Gina & Todd Smith
Meredith & Taylor Walker
Sally & Jimmy Wallace
West Tennessee ENT Clinic P.A.,
Torri & Karl Studtmann
Carol & Randal Yabro
Leadership Society ($500+)
Priscilla & David Aherrera
Emma Lee Bond
Paulette & Andy Coy
Paige & Jody Evans
Robin & Shant Garabedian
Lauri Gorbet
Lynn & William Harmon
Connie & Eddie Hockaday
Amy Howell
Marigene & Matt Hughes
JC Audio
Oral Surgery Associates of West TN
Bob Pate
Pam & Joel Perchik
Lesley & Sam Rickman
Charlene & Larry Shaffer
Tommy Shaffer
Angela & Nathan Spencer
Latricia & Ben Stallings
Jennifer & David Steele
Janet & Dale Thomas
Nikki & Jeff Watlington
Pearl Woolfork
Cindy & Mike Wright
Bruin Society ($250+)
Judy Adkins
Elizabeth & Kyle Atkins
Angela & Michael Badgett
Janet & David Brown
Lisa & Robert Cates
Lee & Brian Davis
Katherine & Bill Dement
Melanie & Matt Fite
Connie & David Garey
Mary Ann & Chris Giampapa
Amy & Robert Hite
Home Medical Products, Inc.
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Why
Do
GIVE
Jane Ramer
Faculty, Alum Parent,
& Grandparent
Why USJ?
“USJ provides an
atmosphere of academic
rigor that inspires
students to reach their
full levels of potential.
Having other areas of
excellence, including the
athletic and arts arenas,
makes the school a
perfect place for a child
to develop all of his or
her gifts and talents.”
Why do you give to
the Annual Fund?
“I contribute to the
Annual Fund each year
because I believe in USJ
and its mission. I am
aware that tuition can’t
cover everything that
we need to fund our
programs.”
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Honorariums/Memorials & Restricted Gifts
Annual Fund Contributors ( C O N T I N U E D )
Tiffany & Ray Howard
Missy & Tim Ivy
Rhonda & Wesley Klipfel
Patricia & Bill Lawrence
Carrie & Chris Lewis
Geoffrey & Alisa Lindley
Betsy & Brad Little
Mary Katherine & Peter Mascolo
Amy & Gregg Mitchell
Deanie & Jack Montieth
Ruth Ann Morrison
Northside Animal Clinic, PC, John Phillips
Emily & Mike Richards
Kathleen & Alan Sallee
Leslie & David Scott
Neal Sellars
Kay & Butch Shearin
Letha Smith
Janet & Mike Tankersley
Piper & Jackie Taylor
Jennifer & Jerome Teel
Sabrina & Steven Thomas
Beth & Sam Vise
Marda & Bryan Wallace
Ellen & Ed Wheeler
Hayley & Chris Wilkerson
Melissa & Matt Zerfoss
Support Partner ($1+)
Amber & Jason Anderson
Debra & Michael Anton
Jane Atkins
Bank of America
Jennifer & Rob Barham
Anne Barker
Kelly & David Barnes
Becky & Brent Baskin
Cindy & Larry Bell
Danielle Boyd
Krista & John Buie
Mark Burden
Courtney & Tim Burnette
Jenny & Jimmy Carey
Kay & Robert Carney
Del Carraher
Rachelle & John Carraher
Nancy & John Caterina
Wendi & Benny Cates
Bridget & Danny Clark
Pat & Don Coffey
Angela Conley
Judy Cooper
Sandi & Scott Darnall
Kathy & Keith Davis
Pam & Bernie Dietz
Martha & Tom Dolinak
Emily & Brian Dunn
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Allie Durham
Lynn & Jimmy East
Dian & Phillip Eddleman
Donna & Tom Ellis
LeeAnn & Clinton Evans
Jane & Bob Ferguson
Summer & Barry Ferguson
Cindy & Bill Fisher
Debbie Ford
Fortner & Yates Optometrists
Clay Fuller
Phyllis & Bill Gayton
Mary Neal & Tom Glass
Julie & Jimmy Glosson
Stacey & Jim Glover
Christie & Scott Golden
Tammy & Tom Grant
Linda & Rich Grimm
Carolyn Gwatney
Danice & John Haltom
Vicki & Jere Hammond
Mary Claire Hancock
Adair & Jim Hardegree
Karen & David Harris
Linda & Mike Hawks
Hayley Haynes
Jimmy Higgs
Patsy & Jim Hollman
Lori & Joey Howell
Beth & Buck Hudson
Gloria & Dale Humphrey
Kellie Inman
Holly & Gary Johnson
Ranee & Brandon Jones
Larry Jones
Zohreh Kazempour
Carmeda & Joey Keen
Carol & Ron Kirkland
Bob Lamons
Kim & Randy Larkins
Jo Ann Latimore
Pat Lyerly
Libby & Shane Lynch
Phyllis & Bruce Maley
Elizabeth & Steve Maloan
Starlet & Blake Mansfield
Lisa & Mickey Marley
Heidi McDaniel
Edith & Harold McLeary
Anna & Kinny McPeake
Laura & Baker Moore
Karen & Jace Morganti
Marcia Moss
Malea Mullins
Barbara & John New
Jacque & Lawrence Nicola
Eizabeth & Greg Orr
Doris & Johnny Parnell
Sarah & Dan Pate
Gina & Don Pearson
Paula & George Peftoulidis
Jessica & Robb Platt
Jane & William Preston
Kim & Keith Price
Michelle & Ronnie Prince
Jane Ramer
Mary Reed
Elaine & Eugene Reese
Gail & Robert Reynolds
Molly & Alan Rheney
Lavada Riggins
Carol Riley
Carla & Eddie Roach
Melinda & Don Roe
Cande & Tommy Russell
Carol & Phillip Ryan
Jennifer & Bob Sammons
Sandi & Mike Sanders
Scoreplus Academics
Sensational Scents
Shanna Tabor Insurance Agency
Anne & Doug Short
Stephanie & Tony Shutes
Dana & Oliver Simmons
Mary-Anne & Conrado Sioson
Theresa & Paul Smith
Tammy & Jeff Smith
Lisa & Steve Spurlin
Laura Stack
Kelly & Phil Stafford
Stallings Clinic
Marzette & Herman Stallings
Heather & John Stanford
Betty Ann & John Tanner
Darlene & David Tanner
Kakky & Ray Tanner
Kay & Don Thomson
Sherry & Mac Thomson
Kit & Matt Thomson
Adriana & Wade Thomson
Megan & Daniel Thornton
Mary Ellen Vaughn
Brenda & Joseph Venable
Lisa & James Wall
Mary Ann Ward
Sandra & David Watlington
Ashley & Jeff Watson
Judi & Steve Welch
Ryan Wernquist
Shannon & Ron Whisenant
Mary & Franklin Williams
Felicia Wilson
Vicki & Greg Wilson
Kathy & Bob Wood
Linda & Boyce Yates
Shay & Gary Young
In-Kind Gifts
The strength of University School of Jackson lies in its support from school
families and friends. University School offers many opportunities for support.
USJ Society ($5,000+)
Krasner Pawn & Jewelry,
Rhonda & Brett Krasner
• Unrestricted Giving: Gifts to the Annual Fund offset USJ’s greatest need for
extra support. The Annual Fund’s unrestricted giving allows the school to
decide how to use the money and keep school tuition affordable.
Visionary Society ($2,500)
Garrett Plumbing & Heating
Company, Inc.
• Restricted Giving takes on many forms at USJ. This past year, for example,
people donated to the library in memory of a loved one, helped pay for
upkeep of the prayer garden, and bought walkway bricks in honor of
someone they considered special. Restricted Giving also includes funds to
USJ’s several endowments, planned giving, and to our parent support groups.
Annual Fund
Honorariums/Memorials
Judy Adkins,
in honor of Jonathan Adkins
Silvia Bell,
in memory of Martha Phelps
Anne Barker,
in honor of Harris Barker
Donna & Tom Ellis,
in memory of Jay Ford
LeeAnn & Clinton Evans,
in honor of Laura Lee
& Molly Morris
Mary Neal & Tom Glass,
in honor of Frances,
Nicole, & Jack New
Christie & Scott Golden,
in honor of Ranee Jones,
Kim Larkins, Jessica Platt
Marigene & Matt Hughes,
in honor of Colby
& Logan Hughes
Kim & Randy Larkins,
in honor of Stacey
Glover & Kay Thomson
Pat Lyerly,
in honor of Caroline
& Virgina Williams
Phyllis & Bruce Maley,
in memory of Jim Vinson
Elizabeth & Steve Maloan,
Barabara & John New,
in honor of Frances,
Nicole, & Jack New
Jacque & Lawrence Nicola,
in honor of Carson &
Lauren Nicola
Doris & Johnny Parnall,
in honor of Brody Parnell
Sarah & Dan Pate,
in honor of Molly Lee,
Ashley Teague, Betsy Little,
Amber Smith, Tammi O’Neal
John Phillips,
in memory of Joe Phillips
Jane & William Preston,
in honor of Abigail &
Anderso Preston
Jane Ramer,
in honor of Kelly Barnes,
Jenny Carey, Debbie Ford,
Rhonda Klipfel, Malea Mullins,
Carla Roach, Courtney
Burnette, Bridget Clark,
Linda Hawks, Elizabeth
Maloan, Katie Ramer,
Judy Sanderson
Mary Reed,
& James Matthews
Lavada Riggins,
in honor of Linsey Riggins
Carla & Eddie Roach,
in memory of Roger Brauss
Sandi & Mike Sanders,
in honor of Mom’s in
Touch Prayer Group
Neal Sellars,
in honor of Cade, Cole,
& Curt Sammons
Charlene & Larry Shaffer,
in honor of Bryson Shaffer
Tommy Shaffer,
in honor of Bryson Shaffer
Marzette & Herman Stallings,
in honor of Caroline
& Sophie Stallings
Adriana & Wade Thomson,
in honor of Vickie Subia
Kay & Don Thomson,
Brenda & Joseph Venable,
in honor of Reid
& Will Venable
Meredith & Taylor Walker,
in memory of George L.
Morrison III
Sally & Jimmy Wallace,
in honor of Blair, Ellen,
& Wallace Driver
Nikki & Jeff Watlington,
in honor of Caleb
& Katie Watlington
Sandra Watlington,
in honor of Caleb
& Katie Watlington
Red & Blue Society ($1,000+)
Dream Girl Sportfishing,
Sara Jane & Ruste Via
Hunter Industrial Floor
Jackson National Golf Club,
Dana & Tom Talkington
Peggy & Bill McGuire
Reed & Associates, Inc., Mary Reed
Smith Floor Covering & Interior Design
Felicia Wilson,
in honor of Evan,
Leadership Society ($500)
Philip, & Yurick
Carol & Ron Kirkland
Griggs
Kathy & Bob Wood,
Bruins Society ($250+)
in memory of
Clay Carlock
Eddie Haynes
Pearl Woolfork,
Support Partner ($1+)
in honor of
Carilyn Jordan Photography
Starr Woolfork
Elizabeth & Greg Orr
Carol & Randall
Think & Thread
Yarbro,
Mark West
in honor of
Dr. Preston Miller
Prayer Garden
Sylvia Bell
Emily & Brian Dunn,
Pam & Joel Perchik,
in honor of Nellie
in honor of Madison
Sullivan
& Jordan Perchik
Elizabeth & Greg Orr,
Class of 2015,
in memory of Jim Oakes,
in memory of Jerrie Taylor
Jerrie Taylor, Barbara Thomas
Lower
School
Celeste Pope,
in memory of Kim Yelverton, Jane Atkins,
Henry Turner
Sylvia Bell,
Kim & Keith Price,
in honor of Debbie Currie
Lisa & Robert Cates,
Lesley & Samuel Rickman,
in honor of Stuart Hirstein,
Pat & Don Coffey,
Ben Murphy, Melissa
Zerfoss, Kim Rainey,
Lynn & Jimmy East,
Rhonda Klipfel,
San Pearson, Emily Richards,
Jimmy Higgs,
Carol Ryan, Bridget Clark,
Debbie Anton, Paul Conway,
Ranee & Brandon Jones,
Rob Platt, Libby Lynch,
in honor of Summer
Anna Powell, Don Newman,
Ferguson & Ashley Teague
Tommy Russell, Jane Ramer,
Rhonda
& Wesley Klipfel,
Malea Mullins, Judy Sanderson
Stephanie & Scott Stonecipher,
Edith & Harold McLeary,
Sara Jane & Ruste Via,
Allison
& Preston Miller,
in honor of Debbie Ford,
memory of Jay Ford
Elizabeth & Greg Orr,
Walkway Bricks
Emily
& Mike Richards,
Anne & Doug Short,
in memory of Hudson Atkins,
Molly & Ryan Roy,
Sandra Reasons
Continued on next page...
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Arts Guild
The Arts Guild supports USJ’s visual and performing arts. A steering
committee administers the operational affairs of the Guild and gives the
Fine Arts Department financial resources and volunteer support. Our main
financial support is through families who become Patrons of the Arts
and our Arts Guild Corporate Partners. Our funds help pay for theater
productions and other fine arts events, provide scholarships for summer
enrichment, buy supplies and equipment, and advertise our productions
and fine arts achievements. All families and friends of the arts at USJ are
invited to support the arts through a Guild membership by becoming a
Patron of the Arts or a Corporate Partner.
Corporate Partners & Patrons of the Arts
Platinum Partners
Allison Insurance Group, Inc.
Dermatology Clinic
of Jackson
Golden Circle Graphics
Jackson Clinic Hospitalist
Plastic Surgery Clinic
of Jackson
TB Lighting
Gold Partners
Alpha Med, Inc.
Animal Care Hospital
Judy & Mike Baskin
Dermatology Associates
FMY Orthodontics, PC
Jackson Clinic Dermatology
Rachael & Kamran Mahalati
Denise & Dave Miller
Printco
Sarah & Kelly Puchek
Purcell, Sellers, & Craig
Teel & Maroney, PLC
West TN Pediatric Dental
Amy & Pierce White
Silver Partners
Legacy Society Members
Aeneas
Janie & Joe Albright
B. T. Redi Mix Inc.
Pat & James Craig
Jamie & Scott Davenport
Brittney & Paul Douglas
Dian & Phillip Eddleman
First South Bank
Julie & Jimmy Glosson
Cecilia & Stephen Hammond
Julie & Hunter Hooper
Catherine & Ron Kwasigroh
Melissa & Bill Lofton
Reena & Vinod Nair
Robin & Lawrence Nicola
Tammi & Will O’Neal
Amy & James Riggins
Southern Electric
Stephanie & Scott
Stonecipher
Ellen & Ed Wheeler
Kim & Edgar Willis
Income:
Corporate Partners
& Patrons of the Arts ....................$20,460
Chorus.........................................................$50
Plays......................................................$27,425
Parents Club.......................................$13,000
Miscellaneous......................................$2,543
Total Income......................................$63,478
Expenses:
Advertising........................................... $1,038
Conferences/Workshops....................$826
Equipment Purchases.......................$2,680
Arts Guild Awards............................... $1,160
Art Supplies......................................... $3,695
Music Supplies..................................... $4,971
Drama Supplies................................ $46,972
Music Dues & Subscriptions............... $833
General Supplies......................................$20
Miscellaneous...................................... $1,283
Total Expenses...................................$63,478
Patrons of the Arts
Mimi & Tommy Allen
Allison & Michael Badgett
Edie & Matthew Barnett
Becky & Brent Baskin
Sylvia Bell
Claudia Bulnes & Martin Karg
Mark Burden
Courtney & Tim Burnette
Leigh & Dustin Dodds
Debbie Ford
Sejal & Tony Ghodadra
Tammy & Tom Grant
Greta & Daryl Griffin
Elizabeth & David Hailey
Rachel & Billy Hight
Linda & Larry Homesley
LaDawn & Walter Hudson
Larry Jones
Carmeda & Joey Keen
Betsy & Bradley Little
Libby & Shane Lynch
Carolee & William Morris
Ben Murphy
Susan & Franklin Paris
Katie & Justin Ramer
Jennifer & Bob Sammons
Amanda & Steven Scallions
Michelle & Andrew Sellers
Laura & Eric Sievers
Brenda & Bob Smith
Keata & Jason Snider
Darlene & David Tanner
Honorariums/Memorials & Restricted Gifts ( C O N T I N U E D F R O M P A G E 2 3 )
Kay & Butch Shearin,
Anne & Doug Short,
Stallings Clinic,
Sherry & Mac Thomson,
Marda & Bryan Wallace,
in honor of Debbie Ford
Kathy & Bob Wood,
Upper School
Sylvia Bell,
in memory of Dorsetta
Smith, Jim Vinson
Technology
JC Audio
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Lower School Library
Elizabeth Atkins,
in honor of Sylvia Bell,
Larry Jones, Sue Thearp
Sylvia Bell,
in memory of Jim Oakes
Jenny Carey,
in honor of Jen Davenport,
Allison Miller, Jennifer Whybrew
Judy Cooper,
Kathy Davis,
in honor of Allison Badgett,
Michelle Boykin, Kim
Moody, Sarah Pucek
Jane & Bob Ferguson,
Cindy Fisher,
in honor of Robin
Garabedian, Elizabeth Jerge
Holly Johnson,
in honor of Sonia
Boyapati, Holly Knight,
Mandy Scallions, Sarah
Smith, Amy White
Carol & Ron Kirkland,
Kim Larkins,
in honor of Julie Hooper,
Allison Jones, Molly Roy,
Amy White
Star Mansfield,
in honor of Lauren Burke,
Crysta Hardiman, Holly
Knight, Sara Jane Via
Lisa Marley,
in honor of Lindsay Siroky,
Amber Smith, Sara Jane Via
Elizabeth Orr,
in honor of Sonia
Boyapati, Paige Hays
Sarah Pate,
in honor of Beth Hudson,
Debbie Ford
Jessica Platt,
in honor of Safi Ali, Julie Hooper,
Myra Krenis, Lynn Lofton,
Molly Roy, Laura Sievers
Jennifer Sammons,
in honor of Molly
Richardson, Sara Jane Via,
Melody White
Leslie Scott,
in honor of Sylvia Bell,
Larry Jones, Sue Thearp
Kay Shearin,
in honor of Sylvia Bell, Lisa Cates,
Faith Dixon, Debbie Ford,
Beth Hudson, Laura Moore
Parents Club
Income:
Holiday Mart..............................................$166,765
Total Income: ............................................$166,765
The USJ Parents Club is an organization for all USJ parents. We
provide volunteer and financial support to the school in many
ways. Our main fundraiser this past school year was the Holiday
Mart, a long-time event in the Jackson area. The Parents Club
promotes academic life, teacher support, parental involvement,
volunteering time and talents, and raising funds.
Holiday Mart Sponsors & Patrons
Star Sponsor ($7,000)
BancorpSouth
Special Events
Sponsors ($3,000)
FMY Orthodontics, PC
JMS Russel Metals Corp
West Tennessee Bone
& Joint Clinic
Special Events In-Kind
Den Ray Sign Co., Inc
VIP Magazine
Platinum Sponsors
($1,500)
Pratt Industries,
Humboldt
The Wallace Company
Woman’s Clinic
Platinum In-Kind
At Home Magazine
Forever Broadcasting
Thomas Media
Gold Sponsors
($1,000)
Mona & Jim Campbell
Christian Family Medicine
First South Bank
First Tennessee Bank
HCI Supply
Jackson Clinic OB/GYN:
Dr. Lolly Eldridge;
Dr. Steve Hammond;
Dr. Stacey Hunt-Okolo;
Dr. Frank Pierce;
Amy White WHNP
King Tire Company
Gold In-Kind
Coffman’s Home
Furnishing & Appliances
The Uniform Source,
Kim & James Robinson
Silver Sponsors ($500)
Alexander Thompson
Arnold CPAs
The Children’s Clinic
Commercial Bank & Trust
Dennis Dean
Dermatology Associates/
Patricia Booher NP
Dermatology Clinic
of Jackson
First State Bank
Flippin & Crider,
Attorneys At Law
Kathy & Richard Fite
Home Medical Products
Horne LLP CPAs
& Business Advisors
Henson Construction
Law Offices of
Morrison & Barnes
Upper School Library
Kim & Keith Price
Sandi & Mike Sanders
Beth & Sam Vise
Athletics
Anonymous
Alexander, Thompson,
Arnold PLLC CPAs
Tara & Trey Antwine
Teresa & Richard Ayers,
in honor of Board of Trustees
BancorpSouth
Krista & John Buie
Class of 2015,
in memory of Jerrie Taylor
William D. Dement
Peter G. Lawrence;
John B. Carraher,
Raymond C. Howard
Debbie & James Newmon
Packaging Corporation
of America
Printco Business
Forms & Ad Specialty
Smoothie King
Southern Electric
& Controls, LLC
Thompson & Smith
Watlington Brothers, Inc.
Silver In-Kind
Affordable Moving
Garrett Plumbing
& Heating Co. Inc
Parker Uniforms
Bronze Sponsors
($300)
Priscilla & David Aherrera
The Allison
Insurance Group
Anne Short Realty
The Bank of Jackson
Best One Tire
Sandy Boxell, MD
Pam & Bernie Dietz
Lee & Todd Driver
Emily & Brian Dunn
Paige & Jody Evans
Fortner & Yates Optometrists
Clay Fuller
Hayley Haynes
Mimi & Stuart Hirstein
Home Medical Products, Inc.
Gloria & Dale Humphrey
B.J. & Ralph Jones
Camille & Ralph Jones
Carmeda & Joey Keen
Amy & Paul Koerner
Expenses:
USJ Allocations...........................................$74,000
Holiday Mart...............................................$34,886
Teacher Gifts................................................. $11,575
Hospitality.........................................................$822
Luncheons........................................................$1,255
Supplies...........................................................$4,382
Awards.............................................................$3,595
Arts Guild......................................................$13,000
Assemblies/Banquets................................ $4,350
Miscellaneous..............................................$18,900
Total Expenses . ........................................$166,765
Dr. & Mrs. Trey Carney
Clare Hickey & Company
Joni & Jim Craig
Paulette & Andy Coy;
Davidson Titles, Inc
Delta Designs
Express Employment
Golden Circle
Auto Group
The Peggy Graves Team
Greg Hooper
Logging, LLC
R. Jones Underground
Oral Associates of
West TN:
Dr. Samuel Rickman,
Dr. Jason Sammons
Kim & Rob Rainey
The Uniform Source,
Siroky Law, PLC
Rainey, Kizer, Reviere
& Bell, PLC
Smith Floor Covering:
Gail & Robert Reynolds
Milton Smylie
Amy & Greg Mitchell
Ruth Ann Morrison
Ginger & John New
Betty & Don Newman
Northside Animal Clinic, PC
Puja & Kandarp Patel
Sarah & Kelly Pucek
Elesha & John Reid
Carla & Eddie Roach
Chana & Alan Sallee
Jennifer & Jason Sammons
Sensational Scents
Kay & Butch Shearin,
in memory of Jim Vinson
Stephanie & Tony Shutes
Simmons Bank
& Interior Design
Gina & Todd Smith
Dr. & Mrs. Ben Stallings
Dr. Karl & Torri Studtmann
Ronnie Tacker
Teel & Maroney, PLC
University Parkway
Animal Hospital
Bronze In-Kind
FM 103.1
Grace Broadcasting
WNWS
Woodstock Bakery
Patrons ($150)
Mark Burden
Larry Jones
Ben Murphy
Carla & Eddie Roach
Jennifer & David Steele
Shanna Tabor Insurance Agency
USJ Bruins Club
Lisa & James Wall
Ryan Wernquist
West Tennessee ENT Clinic P.A.,
Torri & Karl Studtmann
Vicki & Greg Wilson
Alumni
Erie Kate McCord,
in honor of Kathryn McCord
Tucker, Nancy McCord
Derivaux, Tripp Tucker, Dr.
Lauren Tucker Tramwell
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Bruins Club
The Bruins Club supports the athletic programs at USJ through
volunteer support and financial assistance. Our purpose is to
provide supplemental funding not covered by the general budget.
The Bruins Club generates funds through our annual Super
Booster campaign, concessions, and special events, such as
program ads, tournaments, and stadium sponsor signs.
The Bruins Club is committed to all USJ athletic programs,
dedicating funds to a variety of capital improvement projects
over the past years. We also contribute to the annual budget and
help with special projects.
Each family is urged to become a Super Booster and to volunteer
in the concessions stands and with other projects. Join us at our
regular meetings, which are held at 5:15 p.m. the first Monday of
each month, usually in the Upper School library.
Bruins Club Income
Super Booster.................................................... $65,702
Concessions........................................................ $63,077
Program Sales........................................................$8,975
Signs........................................................................ $26,750
Other...................................................................... $28,634
Total Income....................................................... $193,138
Bruins Club Expenses
USJ General Fund................................................$39,621
USJ Sports.............................................................. $14,180
Contracted Services........................................... $2,375
Concessions........................................................$32,066
Repairs/Field Maintenance...........................$52,363
Equipment/Uniforms........................................$7,829
Signs............................................................................. $4,114
Supplies......................................................................$6,511
Programs................................................................. $4,859
Strength & Condiitoning Match.................$15,000
Other..........................................................................$1,902
Total Expenses................................................. $180,820
Corporate Sponsors & Super Boosters
Corporate Sponsors
Alexander Thompson
Arnold CPAs
BancorpSouth
Craig Orthopedic Clinic
Dermatology Associates, LLC
First Bank
Packaging Corporation
of America
& Interior Design
West Tennessee ENT Clinic P.A.
Woman’s Clinic
Super Boosters
Beverly & Roy Appleton
Debbie & Keith Atkins
Paula & Jerry Atkins
Debra & Michael Badgett
Machelle & Marshall Banks
Anne Barker
Lynne & Jim Barker
Vickie & Ronald Barker
Maelene & Bill Barnes
Shelly & Spencer Barnes
Tarsha & Kevin Basham
Betsy & Brad Biggs
Sandra Boxell
Jeff Boyd
Suzanne Boyd
Tammy & Julius Boyd
Michelle & Grant Boykin
Sherri & Chris Brauss
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Carol Brown
Janet & David Brown
JoAnn & Terry Brown
Sondra & Gregory Bruno
Lesley & Jason Buchanan
Krista & John Buie
Mark Burden
Courtney & Timothy Burnette
Anita Jo & Joe Byrd
Laura & Bryan Byrd
Barbara Cain
Barbara & Thomas Callery
Caroline & Jeb Campbell
Jennifer & Jimmy Carey
Lou Anne Carlock
Traci & Trey Carney
Cynthia & Larry Carruth
Frances & Bobby Cates
Lisa & Robert Cates
Rebecca & Christopher Cherry
Bridget & Danny Clark
Diana & Robert Clark
John Clarke
Russell T. Clarkson
Pat & Don Coffey
Stacey & Jeff Coley
Heather & Jerry Corley
Judy & Jerry Corley
Paulette & Andy Coy
Jennifer & David Craig
Jenny & Ruffin Craig
Joni & Jim Craig
Lashunda Craig
Bill Crawford
Terri & Christopher Crider
Jennifer & Timothy
Davenport
Kathy & Keith Davis
Lee & Brian Davis
Melanie & Dewitt Day
Dottie & Bruce Dorris
Amy & Brian Dougan
Emily & Brian Dunn
Jennifer & Kenneth Edwards
Ginger & Adam English
Lisa & Morris English
Paige & Jody Evans
Pamela & Paul Evans
Gale Faw
Linda & Paul Fisher
Debbie Ford
Clay Fuller
Cathy & Charlie Garrett
Carrie & Ray Goehring
Jennifer & Kirk Goehring
Barbara Grafing
Judy & Bob Graning
Beverly & Sam Hall
Lisa & Bill Hall
Mandy & Jay Hall
Beth & Doug Haltom
Beth & Todd Haltom
Jennifer & Kreg Hamm
Vicki & Jere Hammond
Cecilia & Stephen Hammond
Adair & Jim Hardegree
Carol & Chuck Hardin
Charlotte & David Hatcher
Deirdre & Kevin Hatcher
Kim & Keith Hatchett
Mark Hawks
Becky Haynes
Paige & Benjamin Hays
Terri & Andrew Head
Sonya & Jeff Helms
Thomas Henderson
Tracey Hensley
Paul Hensley
Teresa & Cary Henson
Rachel & Billy Hight
Martha & Rodney Hines
Connie & Eddie Hockaday
Patsy & Jim Hollman
Julie & Hunter Hooper
James & Melanie Hoppers
Kathy & Steve Horn
Lisa & Troy Houston
Tiffany & Ray Howard
Amy Howell
LaDawn & Walter Hudson
Beth & Buck Hudson
Marigene & Matthew
Hughes
Stephanie Hulme
Kimberly & Kevin Hunley
Melissa & Jason Hutchison
Lucille Ingram
Shay Ingram
Missy & Tim Ivy
Dana & Steven Jett
Wendi & Terry Johnson
Larry Jones
Ranee & Brandon Jones
Shannon & Travis Jones
Jamie Joyner
Anna & Cody Kail
Carmeda & Joey Keen
Sherri & Kurt Kilburn
Denise & Karl Kramer
Catherine & Ron Kwasigroh
Kimberly & Randy Larkins
Bethany & Peter Lawrence
Carrie & Chris Lewis
Marisa & Ray Lincer
Betsy & Bradley Little
Kristen & Alex Londe
Ruth & John Mann
Lisa & Mickey Marley
Gwen & Danny Martin
Karen & Jason Martin
Sallie & Jerry Martin
Mary Katherine
& Peter Mascolo
Michelle & Jim McFarland
Rita & Jack McGee
Jenny & Marvin McKenzie
Neta McKnight
Peggy & Roger Mileham
Denise & David Miller
Heather & Mark Miller
Fonda & Sammy Milligan
Betty & Bob Moore
Darla & Daniel Moore
David Moore
Hope & Raybon Moore
Laura & Baker Moore
Carolee & Bubba Morris
Rachel & Brent Morris
Dolores & Johnny Mullens
Ben Murphy
Suzanne Nelson
Betty & Don Newman
Mary Newman
Amanda Newmon & Allen Rice
Debbie & James Newmon
Tammy & Wade Norris
Kelle & Mark Northern
Stacey & Joseph Okolo
Elizabeth & Greg Orr
Whitney & John Overton
Peggy & Billy Pate
Deborah & Charles Patterson
Rachel & Robert Payne
Gina & Don Pearson
John Michael Pearson
Will Pearson
Jack Peel
Pam & Joel Perchik
Carole & Chet Persons
Mary Pierce
Melinda & Frank Pierce
Lisa & Steve Pitcairn
Sara & Ryan Porter
Michelle & Thad Puzdrakiewicz
Ashley & Heath Rabun
Kim & Rob Rainey
Katie & Justin Ramer
Tracy & Benjamin Rasbach
Shelley & Payton Redden
Keesha Reid
LeAnn & Kerry Rial
Emily & Mike Richards
Nancy & Marty Richards
Amy & Rad Richardson
Carla Roach
U
Why
Do
GIVE
Jenny & Robert Richardson
Molly & Wesley Richardson
Lesley & Samuel Rickman
Anna & Phil Robertson
Karla & Michael Rohlwing
Nell Rushing
Staci & Casey Rushing
Chana & Alan Sallee
Joyce & Larry Sanders
Ashby & Clinton Scott
Jennifer & Bob Seals
Jackie & Bobby Sellers
Michelle & Andrew Sellers
Charlene & Larry Shaffer
Tommy Shaffer
Doris & Sam Shaw
Kelly & Danny Sheffield
Lee Shelby
Aimee & Louie Sherrod
Lindsey & Todd Siroky
Anne & Adam Smith
Gina & Todd Smith
Henry Smith
Kelly & Mark Smith
Mona & Richard Smith
Theresa & Paul Smith
Keata & Jason Snider
Jayme & Justin Spencer
Vicki & Don Spencer
Lisa & Steve Spurlin
Latricia & Ben Stallings
Marzette & Herman Stallings
Heather & John Stanford
Stephanie & Scott
Stonecipher
Marie & Greg Street
Linda & Jim Swope
Shanna & Mike Tabor
Janet & Mike Tankersley
Betty Ann & John Tanner
Kakky & Ray Tanner
Beth & Jack Taylor
Michael Taylor
Ashley & Trey Teague
Jennifer & Jerome Teel
Carlene & Wayne Tenpenny
Dawn Tenpenny
Mark Tenpenny
Lisa & Randy Terry
Janet & Dale Thomas
Cynthia Thomson
Sherry & Barry Tignor
Linda & Bill Timbes
Amy & Bas van Buuren
Jane & Fred Vinson
Anne & Billy Walker
Kelley & Jack Walker
Meredith & Taylor Walker
Sally & Jimmy Wallace
Nikki & Jeff Watlington
Sandra & David Watlington
Kim & Tim Wehner
Melody & Jimmy White
Nancy & George White
Cindy & Jerry Whitsitt
Nicholas & Kelly Wiggins
Hayley & Chris Wilkerson
Kim & Edgar Willis
Kristy & William Willis
Mary & John Woods
Lynn & Ed Woodside
Sandra & Matthew Wright
Candace & Alan Yates
Faculty & Alumni Parent
Why USJ?
“I taught in public schools for fourteen years
before having the opportunity to join USJ.
What a blessing it is to be in a school where
students want to achieve and succeed at
the highest levels possible. After seventeen
years at “The U,” I continue to love teaching
math and preparing my students for the next
level of their education. College preparation
is crucial, and my students are eager to
prepare and succeed. Many schools of this
size do not offer the challenging curriculum
and opportunities for extracurricular
activities that our school offers. I also
appreciate the support and encouragement
of our parents. Working in an environment
where we all work for what is best for our
students is a wonderful thing.”
Why do you give
to the Annual Fund?
“My daughter is a 2008 graduate of USJ,
and I have seen firsthand what our school
does for its students, both academically
and in extracurricular activities. Tuition
simply cannot cover all of the expenses of
our school, and I feel giving to the Annual
Fund is my way of giving back to a school
that has done so much for my daughter. I
also give because our school does all it can
to assist teachers in their classroom needs
and professional development, as well as
maintain a safe environment.”
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Save the Date!
Homecoming
October 2-3, 2015
Grandparents’ Day
September 25, 2015
Holiday Mart
November 20-22, 2015
Carl Perkins Civic Center
Alumni and former parents:
Please provide your email
address to receive an invitation
for tickets to the Preview Party
and the Jingle Bell Mingle, as
well as for general admission.
Go to usjbruins.org/alumni to
provide your information.
Young Alumni Brunch
December 17, 2015
10:30 a.m.
Campbell Library
(Classes 2011-2015)
asketball
B
Homecoming
January 15, 2016
JV starts at 5 p.m. Girls and
Boys games will follow.
Alumni hospitality room will
be available in the cafeteria.
Boots & Bowties
Saturday, January 30, 2016
USJ Weekend
April 22-23, 2016
For current families and
alumni, this is a great time to
get together with classmates,
family, and friends on campus!
Graduation 2016
May 14, 2016, 3 p.m.
West Jackson Baptist Church
Upcoming Reunions
Check out the website for
updates to our reunion page
as details are finalized for this
year: usjbruins.org/reunions.
Non-Profit Org.
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