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It’s Auction Time!
Seattle Christian Schools 26th Annual Auction
March 16 & 17, 2012
Winter
2011
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Washington, D.C.’s 2011 National Christmas Tree Display
Showcases SCS Student Crafted Ornaments
Featuring Mark Schenfeld, Stokes Auction Group
2012 Auction Chair: Sue Kaler
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As the only school selected in Washington state,
the eighth grade U.S. History students at SCS
were overjoyed with the news of having been
chosen to design and create ornaments for
Washington state’s tree for the 2011 National
Christmas Tree display located in President’s
Park in Washington, D.C. Students created
twenty-three ornaments that adorn the state
tree in President’s Park while one chosen
ornament decorates the White House Visitor
Center Christmas tree, which showcases one
ornament from each of the 56 states, territories
and the District of Columbia. As one of
America’s oldest holiday traditions beginning
in 1923, the National Christmas Tree Lighting
Ceremony has become a month-long event
presented by the National Park Foundation and
National Park Service.
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2011-2012 Theme
Do not conform to the
pattern of this world, but
be transformed by the
renewing of your mind.
Then you will be able to test
and approve what God’s
will is - His good, pleasing
and perfect will.
Romans 12:2
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“It is an honor to be selected, as I take a group of students almost every year to
Washington, D.C. to visit our nation’s capital,” said Karla Tripoli, eighth grade U.S. History
teacher. “We discuss the National Christmas Tree ceremony and visit its location. Now we
actually get to participate in this historic event by making the decorations for our state’s
tree and it is such an honor.”
Students developed their design strategies to represent Washington state by including
things that represented the entire state—not just the Seattle area. Some students drew
various landmarks such as the Space Needle or Pike Place Market. Others chose various
state symbols such as the Hemlock, apple, or
Goldfinch to name a few. Materials came from
a variety of sources such as foam, clay and
construction paper.
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Thank you, Mrs. Tripoli and students, for
investing the time and effort to proudly
represent Seattle Christian at our nation’s
capital.
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academic excellence and
biblical Christian values,
partnering with parents
and the church to prepare
godly young men and
women so that they may
impact their world for
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Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is - His good, pleasing and perfect will.
Romans 12:2
As this time of year often brings hectic
schedules and extra demands, let us always
remember the true reason for the season,
celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is
in Him that we find our true joy and peace.
I marvel at how God continues to provide
for our every need. The giving hearts
of our community allow SCS to carry on
God’s wonderful ministry of equipping our
students for Christ.
This year’s theme, RENEWED, from
Romans 12:2, has been an inspiration to all
at SCS who selflessly serve our students,
modeling Christ in all aspects of the
classroom, on the athletic field, through
fine & performing arts and in school
activities. God’s continued faithfulness
in providing a 65 year legacy of quality
Christian education for students is a true
gift to be reminded of this holiday season.
Fall highlights and updates to share:
Annual Fund - Your contributions thus
far have been so appreciated! We trust in
the Lord’s provision to reach our $100,000
goal, and I am deeply grateful that His
abundant blessings often come through
the generosity of parents, grandparents,
alumni, friends and business partners.
It’s your continuous gifts that allow us
to provide an exemplary education for
students. Parents are utilizing Employer
Gift Match opportunities, which continue
to be a significant blessing.
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Student Crafted Ornaments Displayed
in Washington D.C.– As mentioned on the
front page, our eighth grade U.S. History
students enjoyed designing ornaments for
Washington D.C’s National Christmas Tree
Display. What an exceptional honor for our
students as Seattle Christian was the only
school selected from our state.
Elementary Enhancements – Many
parents are talking about the exciting
program enhancements at our school.
The new Science & Art Lab and Robotics
Club offerings are allowing for more active
learning opportunities and inspiration of
innovative thinking for young learners.
The Robotics article and photos on page
10 showcase these impressive programs,
providing more hands-on learning.
Board Members – SCS welcomed new
board members, Jack Childress and Mike
Shimasaki. Jack joins us with extensive
marketing and sales experience while
Mike‘s professional background is in
business and finance. Both look forward to
their five year term alongside elementary
parent, Chris Glynn, who works on the
leadership team at World Vision. Chris
joined the Board of Trustees in March.
What a privilege it is to serve students and
families at Seattle Christian. My prayer is
that each of you would enjoy treasured
time with family and friends during the
holidays, reflecting on our Savior’s birth.
Our mission to Educate Minds, Nurture
Hearts and Honor Christ is strengthened
through your valued partnership and
commitment to Christian Education. May
you be richly blessed!
Renewed in Him,
Gloria Hunter
Superintendent
Congratulations to seniors, Matthew
Bohman, Brittany Hoff and Kyle Swain,
who were recognized as National Merit
Commended Students. These scholastically
talented students were honored for their
exceptional academic promise demonstrated
by their outstanding performance on the
2010 Preliminary SAT/National Merit
Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT),
and placed among the top five percent of
more than 1.5 million students taking the
PSAT. Seattle Christian applauds their
commitment to academic excellence.
SECONDARY
Message from
the Superintendent
National Merit Scholarship Program Recognizes
Three Commended Students and One NHRP Scholar
Pictured from left: Matthew Bohman, Kyle Swain,
Brittany Hoff, Victoria Sitterley
Senior, Victoria Sitterley, was also selected as a 2011-12 National Hispanic Recognition
Program (NHRP) Scholar for both her high PSAT scores and GPA. This year, the NHRP is
recognizing nearly 5,000 students selected from a pool of over 235,000 who took the 2010
PSAT/NMSQT/PAA. Congratulations to Victoria for this impressive honor.
Stahlfeld Receives Johns Hopkins University CTY Award
Congratulations to freshman, Karl Stahlfeld, who was honored
as one of the brightest young students in the nation at a statewide
ceremony for gifted children sponsored by The Johns Hopkins
University Center for Talented Youth (CTY). The center honored
Karl, a participant in the 2011 CTY Talent Search, for his exceptional
performance on a rigorous, above grade level test given to
academically talented second through eighth grade students. Karl
was one of more than 50,000 students worldwide who participated
in this year’s CTY Talent Search, and was awarded on Sunday,
October 9, at Seattle Pacific University.
See You at the Pole 2011, an event every
September, brought SCS students together
as they gathered to pray for our school,
state and nation
Thank you, SCS Jazz Band and secondary
music students, who performed during
Grandparents’ Day in November
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ELEMENTARY
SCS Robotics: Developing Innovative Thinkers
Sponsored by
OakHarborFreightLines
December
19-30.....ChristmasBreak
SCSelementarystudentscompetedSaturday,December3,intheirfirstFIRSTLegoLeague
robotics “co-opertition”. FIRST is an international organization that encourages young
people to think like scientists and engineers to solve real world problems. Students discover
thefunofscienceandtechnologywhilebuildingself-confidence,knowledge,androbots.
Thisyear’schallengewascalledFoodFactorandcentered
around the prevention of contamination in our food supply. The
projectwastostudytheproblemofsalmonellacontaminationin
chocolate with our robot, HershE.
SCS students were the youngest team of the 23 who entered,
with many teams being completely comprised of middle
schoolers. Congratulations to the Warriors for placing 14th
out of 23 teams. Also, special thanks to Coach Mike Sorenson,
toDianeSorensonforthebuildingoftheplayingfield,
CIMtech for sponsoring our students, and all the parents for
theirsupport!ABIGthankyougoestoMrs.Blackstockfor
coaching and supporting the SCS robotics team.
STUDENTSINACTION
Elementary student council launches their year
with a “working” lunch hosted by Dr. G.
IMPORTANT
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GolfClassic
2011Highlights
Theelementaryisonthemove!Inadditionto
a newly equipped science lab, this year was the
best time to begin the FIRST Lego League team
with SCS students. The Lego organization has
designed a national “co-opertition” (all teams
cheer for and assist each other) to start students
aged 9-14 learning primary concepts in robotics,
and a fun way to present students with challenges
and problem-solving opportunities aligned with
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics)objectives.
Makingthe“world”duringartclasswasexciting
andquite“messy”forfirstgradestudents
As one of Seattle Christian’s
best tournaments in years, the
23rd annual Golf Classic was
filled with fun, delicious food
and sunshine!
Over100golferscameouttosupporttheschools’secondlargestfundraiser
andenjoyedshoppingattheNike Pro Shop, a new highlight for all participants.
CorporateSponsorsalsoenjoyedthe$100,000 Shoot-Out incentive as fans
and fellow golfers cheered from the clubhouse balcony. Tremendous gratitude
is extended to all who contributed to an amazing day of golf at Meridian
Valley Country Club. Proceeds of approximately $25,000 were directed to SCS
AthleticsandTuitionAssistance.Welookforwardtoseeingyounextyear!
With deep gratitude, we thank our 2011 sponsors:
Tournament
Oak Harbor Freight Lines ♦ Donovan Brothers Construction
FAR Family Foundation ♦ Paradigm Financial Corp
Wallingford College Planning ♦ Bowen Scarff Ford ♦ Nike Golf
Corporate
Columbia Bank ♦ Kenworth Truck Co. ♦ Kibble & Prentice
Northwest Asphalt/Pyramid Grinding
BellmontCabinetCo./PacificCrestIndustries♦ Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc.
Prime Electric ♦ Seattle Mack Sales & Service ♦ Umpqua Bank
Hole
Edward Bruce II D.D.S. ♦ AON Consulting ♦ Cummins Northwest ♦ Impact, Inc.
ING Financial Services (Dan Dake) ♦ Jonson & Jonson, P.S.
Kidder Mathews (Kraig Heeter) ♦ Oliver Marketing ♦ Peterson Sullivan LLP
Simply Brilliant Press ♦ Southwest Seattle Orthopaedics
Stanbrooke Custom Homes, Inc. ♦ State Farm Insurance (Terry Gangon)
Superior Cabinets ♦ United Reprographics
Willis of Seattle (Ron Lange) ♦ Zonar Systems
AnnualFundUpdate
Throughthe2011-12AnnualFund,yourfinancialcontributionwillimpact
all students, staff and programs, sustaining the improvements
andactivitiesthathelpcultivateeachstudent’ssuccessatSCS.
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TimewithReadingBuddiesisanexciting
highlight for kindergarten students
Preparing kids for innovative thinking through
break-apart science units
Your generosity makes an eternal difference in the lives of our students as
they’reequippedtoimpacttheirworldforChrist.
Joinusinpartnershipthroughagifttoday!
To make an online gift, visit www.seattlechristian.org/support scs
January
2..............NoSchool(NewYear’s
Holiday)
3..............WelcomeBack(K-12)
7..............HomecomingBanquet
(HSStudents)
12............OpenHouse
(FutureFamilies)
13............HomecomingGame
(Welcome,Alumni)
16............NoSchool(MartinLuther
King,Jr.Holiday)
18,19,
and20...FirstSemesterFinals
K-12HalfDay
20............FirstSemesterEnds
23-27.....SecondarySpiritual
LifeConference
26............Pastor’sBreakfast
February
20............NoSchool
(Presidents’Day)
23............OpenHouse
(FutureFamilies)
29............SpringSportsBegin
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FALL SPORTS
• 4-3 record in league, 5-4 overall
• ScholarAthletes: Eric Cadwell, Logan DeVries,
Kyle Pierotti, Shane Pierotti, Jeffrey Sutherland
• All-LeagueHonorableMention: Kyle Pierotti
(Offensive Tackle), Cory Kuta (Kicker)
• MostSpiritualAward: Kyle Pierotti
Volleyball
Congratulations
to Middle School
Cross Country!
Girls - Nisqually
League Champions
Boys - 2nd Place
League Finish
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Have you heard SCS on the radio?
Congratulations, Nisqually League Champions!
• WIAA Outstanding Scholastic Team Award (3.5+ GPA)
• ScholarAthletes: Nikki Davis, Morgan Gaston, Lydia Gillette,
Payton Hibbard, Shaina Mitchell, Faith Pizzey, Erin Swain,
Mikayla Wrolstad
• All-League Honors:
LeagueCo-MVP: Madison Hibbard
LeagueCo-DefensivePlayeroftheYear: Kimber Howard
1stTeam: Taylor Hentschell, Megan Mitchell, Faith Pizzey,
Erin Swain
2ndTeam: Morgan Gaston, Shaina Mitchell, Makalah
Mumm, Mikayla Wrolstad
• MightyinSpiritAward: Madison Hibbard
AsthestaffandfacultyprepareforOpenHouseevents,
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amazingopportunitiesforstudentsatSeattleChristian!
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• NisquallyLeague3rdplacefinishforbothHSboys’andgirls’
teams
• WIAA Outstanding Scholastic Team Award (3.5+ GPA)
• ScholarAthletes: Tanna Brinkman, Sarah Harper, Josh
Henry, Brittany Hoff, Sonia Klouse, Branden Livermore, Annika Mayes, Jorren Mills, Tyler Ridings, Brandon Seeger, Kyle
Swain, James Walker, Cale Woyvodich, Kristin Yamashita
• Tanna Brinkman placed 14th at State with a time of 19:48.
• MightyinSpiritAward: James Walker, Kristin Yamashita
• NisquallyLeague5thplacefinish
• WIAA Distinguished Scholastic Team Award (3.0-3.49
GPA)
• ScholarAthletes: Alyssa
Baucom, Megan Bryant,
Victoria Kassebaum, Hanna
Kumasaka, Kellie Kumasaka,
Hannah Sasaki, Abigail
Sauer, Madelyn Weber
• All-League Honors:
2ndTeam: Victoria
Kassebaum, Hannah
Sasaki
HonorableMention:
Megan Bryant
• MightyinSpiritAward:
Hanna Kumasaka
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Did you know...
• ElementaryBarnabasChapelgroupsfilled137OperationChristmasChildboxesthisyear,
sharingtheloveofJesuswithboysandgirlsaroundtheworld.Thankyou,parentsand
students,foryourgenerousdonations.
• Middle school students partnered with World Vision and participated in a 24-hour
famine,raising$1,270insupportforhungerinEastAfrica.Avarietyofactivitieshelped
them learn about the issues of famine and poverty in East Africa and helping others.
Thank you!
• High school junior and senior class chaplains and students have coordinated early
morningoff-campusBiblestudiesattheSouthcenterOldNavyStarbucks!Juniorsmeet
everyFridayat7:00a.m.andseniorsmeeteveryTuesdayat7:00a.m.
Faithfully Serving
Senior Katie Collier signs
with the University of
Washington for a full ride
basketball scholarship.
BoardofTrustees
Administration
Joe Hoff, President
Sheri Barronian, Vice President
Steve Straume, Secretary
Suzy Kumasaka, Treasurer
Jack Childress
Chris Glynn
Mike Shimasaki
Gloria Hunter, Superintendent
Julie Giardino, Elementary Principal
Stephanie Knipp, Secondary Principal
Craig Wrolstad, Athletic Dir./Administrator
Kevin Thomas, IT Administrator
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ALUMNI NEWS
By Sarah (Edwards) Strode, Class of ‘00
By Matt Wimmer, Class of ‘89
Recently, my husband David Strode
(class of 2000) and I had a true test of
faith. We thought we had been tested
before, but we were wrong. This test
took everything in us to just want to
take in another breath…our hearts
were broken.
“I think I heard HIM knocking right here,” said young Caiden
when I asked how he decided to receive Jesus as his Lord and
Savior. There is something very special about spending a week at
summer camp. GOD has our family serving at www.SAMBICA.com
(Camp and Retreat/Event Property) and I absolutely love hearing
these types of comments! Now that I have experienced summer
camp firsthand, I believe going to camp is more important than
ever before. It unplugs kids and creates opportunities for new
friendships, new challenges we maybe didn’t think were possible,
and most importantly, time with The Creator of the universe.
On July 2, 2011 our two daughters
were burned in a horrible accident.
Our two year old, Brooklyn, was
released from Harborview the next
day with first and second degree burns to her hands and face, but our sweet little four year
old, Addison, had a long road and a tough fight ahead of her. Addison was burned over 20%
of her body. While her burns were not life threatening, she almost lost her life due to her
lungs getting sick. She was on a ventilator for 35 of her 48 day hospital stay. Addison had
third degree burns (full thickness burns) on her hands and face that required three grafting
surgeries.
From the beginning of this story, Dave and I asked, “why?” Maybe not out loud or in a “why
me?” fashion but a “why, Lord” would you allow us to go through yet another trial? “Why,
Lord” was Addison burned so badly when I (Sarah) was sitting two feet away? “Why, Lord”
can she not breathe on her own?
During this horrible time in our lives, our “foster” son (16 months at the time and had been
with us since he was three days) was also taken and placed in another home due to protocol.
At this point in the story, it felt as if the wind had been knocked out of me, as if whatever I
had in me that was keeping me standing was ripped out of my soul. I cried out for restoration
for my family. And that is what I received.
One request at a time, our prayers were answered. We had people praying around the world
for our precious children. People who had never prayed before were on their knees praying
healing for Addison and praying that our little boy could return home.
My faith never wavered. I had the choice to blame God. Quite frankly, He can be easy to blame
when things go wrong. Or I could thank Him in His wisdom and discernment that He spared
Addie’s life and He healed her. He intervened in our situation to bring our little guy home
much sooner than the state had told us. That little boy will be adopted on December 15 and
will forever be a Strode.
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A “Can’t Miss” Future
ALUMNI NEWS
Prayers for Restoration
The lessons I have learned over the past several months are just too great in number for
me to write. But I will tell you this, never allow your faith to waiver. Sometimes the only
thing you can do is rely on the Lord. Do it. Rely on Him. He will make your path straight.
He will hold you up when you have nothing in you. He will send wisdom when you cannot
think straight. We welcome readers to follow our story at http://www.caringbridge.org/
visit/addisonstrode. I pray you are encouraged through our story. I pray that you too can
seek the Lord in all trials. Seattle Christian has and always will be held near and dear to my
heart. They were family to me when I had none. I met my husband there! My most cherished
friendships were built during my years there. I learned valuable lessons there and I was
taught to love the Lord with all my heart, soul,mind and with all my strength…He hasn’t failed
me yet. He never will.
My first experience of “summer camp” was actually my senior year at Seattle Christian.
Our ASB officers planned an all-school retreat. Of course, as I look back, I don’t feel like I
did much of the actual work but was fortunate to serve with some outstanding classmates
with a strong work ethic. I still remember that all-school retreat. The delicious meals
served by the Linmans, a giant soap war, singing around the campfire, and getting to know
my friends and teachers on a deeper level.
Proverbs 19:21 says, “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose
that prevails.” Never in my life has this been so clear. As I look back on my spiritual journey,
I am so thankful for my school years at Seattle Christian. They provided the key ingredient
to becoming the best husband, father, and leader I can be: God’s word. At Seattle Christian,
the teachers care and in a world that continues to beat us down, this is so critical. The
Bible is the core of the curriculum and in a world that seems to follow anything but GOD, I
learned if I follow HIM, I really do have a “can’t miss” future (Jeremiah 29:11-13).
10 Year Class Reunion
The Seattle Christian class of 2001 held
our 10 year reunion on June 24th and
25th. On Friday evening, we ventured
to Capitol Hill to The Garage for some
bowling and billiards, however we
mostly just visited and reminisced.
We had a great turnout as 26 of our
classmates attended. We are proud of
our attendance and so glad that many
in our class have remained friends.
On Saturday, we met at SCS for a BBQ
lunch. We were thankful for good
weather! Twenty-nine from our class
were there, many with spouses and kids. We ate good food and reflected with each other on
all that can change in 10 years.
We are so thankful for those that attended the reunion! A special thanks to those that
travelled from out of town. For those that were unable to make it, we sure missed you! We
look forward to seeing you at the 20 year reunion!
Senior Class Officers, Class of 2001
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ALUMNI NEWS
By Keri (Hurt) Nakamura, Class of ‘88
Americans will never
forget 9/11 and where
they were that day. For
the Japanese and for
our family, March 2011
will never be forgotten.
We were in Tokyo
when the earthquake
hit. Our lives were
in the palm of God’s
hand and yet we felt
His awesome power as
well.
By Kelee (Wall) Kjack, Class of ‘00
Spouse: Patrick
Children: Parker (Two years old) and Landon (Four months)
Occupation: Kelee (English teacher) and Patrick (Math
teacher), both at Golden Valley High School, Bakersfield, CA
Church: Living Grace
Recently, I have found myself using the phrase “time is flying” when speaking with family
and friends. This concept of time and the lack of it have been hitting me pretty hard, especially since the arrival of my second son, Landon. Like many of you, I find myself wondering
where the days go and often just “holding on” rather than really embracing each moment.
Since 1996, my
husband Richard and I
have been missionaries
in Japan along with our
five children who are
now ages 4-17. Japan is a difficult mission field, but the Lord is working one by one. We have
been so privileged to be part of a movement among Japanese Christians, making disciples
through relationship and house churches. Renewed relationships with the Father, and with
each other, are bringing about transformation, and the good news of Jesus is spreading.
Two years ago, a lady approached us and asked, “Does your God heal?” We invited her to
our home where we prayed over her. By the second visit, she received Christ and began
experiencing His healing. Today she is thriving and sharing Jesus with her family and friends.
After living in a spiritually dark nation for many years, I have come to deeply appreciate
my Christian education and how it pointed me to Christ. I am so grateful! Knowing Jesus is
everything. It is sad that many of my friends do not have this hope. He has been my Light in
darkness, my Joy in the journey, my Deliverer in disaster.
Following God’s Heart
By Breanne (Colby) Orndorff, Class of ‘06
My love for missions started at age five. One day, while walking down the hallway at church,
a poster grabbed my attention. The poster was of missionaries carrying kids out of the
sewers in Romania. I knew at that moment, and later confirmed through prayer, that God
was calling me into vocational missions.
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Merry Christmas, Fellow Alumni!
ALUMNI NEWS
Never Forget the “One”
When it came time for high school graduation, I thought I had everything figured out:
where I was going to graduate college from, what my degree would be in, even down to
the job I was going to have. My first year of college went as planned, but then God once
again reminded me that His plan is always better than my own. After transferring from
Northwest University to the University of Washington, I graduated with a degree in General
Studies and a minor in Asian Studies. I decided to go to grad school and pursue a masters
in teaching. I had always wanted to work with children and I thought that teaching could
be something I could use on the mission field some day. While sitting in lectures, I began to
realize that God didn't want the mission field to be a someday dream, but He wanted me to
go now! This word from God scared me. I had worked so hard to get to where I was. I took
tests, I filled out forms, and I paid the money. It didn't matter… God was calling me at that
moment. (continued on page 7)
Time continues to taunt me with its quickness when I recently turned the big 30. For my
birthday, my dad got me a book, which I wasn’t sure I would actually read, being as my
reading has been slim with two boys under two! Yet I did begin reading it and found myself rocked to the core. The title obviously gives evidence to the crux of the book- it is titled
Counterfeit Gods ….fake, or false gods. I feel like I couldn’t be reading this book at a better
time. In the book, the author, Timothy Keller, references the economic downfall of our time
and how counterfeit gods surface as a result of hardship. He states, “The only way to free
ourselves from the destructive influence of counterfeit gods is to turn back to the true one.
The living God, who revealed himself both at Mount Sinai and on the Cross, is the only Lord
who, if you find him, can truly fulfill you, and, if you fail him, can truly forgive you” (Keller
xxiv).
Although some of us may or may not have felt the extent of the economic crisis, we still have
reason to ask ourselves what false gods are prominent in our life. It may or may not be hardship that draws us to see the counterfeit gods before us, but for me it is seen most by the lack
of fulfillment in that which is NOT God. In the busyness of life: my husband, children, family, students, success, social standing, worrying…just to name a few, I must “turn back to the
true one,” God Himself. We can all attest to the many gods we make and worship. I encourage
all of us, myself first and foremost, to look to Him, Christ alone, for the one who brings true
fulfillment.
(continued from page 6)
Although my husband and I were scared about what the future looked like, we decided
to go. I went on leave from grad school, Jesse quit his job and began his own website
development company, and with God's never ending provision, we were off. First to
Mexico for sixth months of training and now we are currently living in Phnom Penh
Cambodia. We work at a day shelter for street kids called Sparrow's Nest. After conducting
research and surveys with the street people in our community, the results showed that
the parents wanted something for their children to do during the days. They wanted their
children to learn manners, hygiene, English, Khmer, and a trade of some sort. The most
important job we have is to share the love of Jesus with
these people. This country and these people are so lost,
but I remind myself they are not all that different from
you and me.
I do not know what our future holds, and I do not know
how long God has us in Cambodia, but I do know that
God has us here now to fulfill His calling on our lives. For
more information on how to help, please visit
goforlove.org. Jesse and I would love your prayers
and support while we are on this journey.
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ALUMNI NEWS
By Keri (Hurt) Nakamura, Class of ‘88
Americans will never
forget 9/11 and where
they were that day. For
the Japanese and for
our family, March 2011
will never be forgotten.
We were in Tokyo
when the earthquake
hit. Our lives were
in the palm of God’s
hand and yet we felt
His awesome power as
well.
By Kelee (Wall) Kjack, Class of ‘00
Spouse: Patrick
Children: Parker (Two years old) and Landon (Four months)
Occupation: Kelee (English teacher) and Patrick (Math
teacher), both at Golden Valley High School, Bakersfield, CA
Church: Living Grace
Recently, I have found myself using the phrase “time is flying” when speaking with family
and friends. This concept of time and the lack of it have been hitting me pretty hard, especially since the arrival of my second son, Landon. Like many of you, I find myself wondering
where the days go and often just “holding on” rather than really embracing each moment.
Since 1996, my
husband Richard and I
have been missionaries
in Japan along with our
five children who are
now ages 4-17. Japan is a difficult mission field, but the Lord is working one by one. We have
been so privileged to be part of a movement among Japanese Christians, making disciples
through relationship and house churches. Renewed relationships with the Father, and with
each other, are bringing about transformation, and the good news of Jesus is spreading.
Two years ago, a lady approached us and asked, “Does your God heal?” We invited her to
our home where we prayed over her. By the second visit, she received Christ and began
experiencing His healing. Today she is thriving and sharing Jesus with her family and friends.
After living in a spiritually dark nation for many years, I have come to deeply appreciate
my Christian education and how it pointed me to Christ. I am so grateful! Knowing Jesus is
everything. It is sad that many of my friends do not have this hope. He has been my Light in
darkness, my Joy in the journey, my Deliverer in disaster.
Following God’s Heart
By Breanne (Colby) Orndorff, Class of ‘06
My love for missions started at age five. One day, while walking down the hallway at church,
a poster grabbed my attention. The poster was of missionaries carrying kids out of the
sewers in Romania. I knew at that moment, and later confirmed through prayer, that God
was calling me into vocational missions.
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Merry Christmas, Fellow Alumni!
ALUMNI NEWS
Never Forget the “One”
When it came time for high school graduation, I thought I had everything figured out:
where I was going to graduate college from, what my degree would be in, even down to
the job I was going to have. My first year of college went as planned, but then God once
again reminded me that His plan is always better than my own. After transferring from
Northwest University to the University of Washington, I graduated with a degree in General
Studies and a minor in Asian Studies. I decided to go to grad school and pursue a masters
in teaching. I had always wanted to work with children and I thought that teaching could
be something I could use on the mission field some day. While sitting in lectures, I began to
realize that God didn't want the mission field to be a someday dream, but He wanted me to
go now! This word from God scared me. I had worked so hard to get to where I was. I took
tests, I filled out forms, and I paid the money. It didn't matter… God was calling me at that
moment. (continued on page 7)
Time continues to taunt me with its quickness when I recently turned the big 30. For my
birthday, my dad got me a book, which I wasn’t sure I would actually read, being as my
reading has been slim with two boys under two! Yet I did begin reading it and found myself rocked to the core. The title obviously gives evidence to the crux of the book- it is titled
Counterfeit Gods ….fake, or false gods. I feel like I couldn’t be reading this book at a better
time. In the book, the author, Timothy Keller, references the economic downfall of our time
and how counterfeit gods surface as a result of hardship. He states, “The only way to free
ourselves from the destructive influence of counterfeit gods is to turn back to the true one.
The living God, who revealed himself both at Mount Sinai and on the Cross, is the only Lord
who, if you find him, can truly fulfill you, and, if you fail him, can truly forgive you” (Keller
xxiv).
Although some of us may or may not have felt the extent of the economic crisis, we still have
reason to ask ourselves what false gods are prominent in our life. It may or may not be hardship that draws us to see the counterfeit gods before us, but for me it is seen most by the lack
of fulfillment in that which is NOT God. In the busyness of life: my husband, children, family, students, success, social standing, worrying…just to name a few, I must “turn back to the
true one,” God Himself. We can all attest to the many gods we make and worship. I encourage
all of us, myself first and foremost, to look to Him, Christ alone, for the one who brings true
fulfillment.
(continued from page 6)
Although my husband and I were scared about what the future looked like, we decided
to go. I went on leave from grad school, Jesse quit his job and began his own website
development company, and with God's never ending provision, we were off. First to
Mexico for sixth months of training and now we are currently living in Phnom Penh
Cambodia. We work at a day shelter for street kids called Sparrow's Nest. After conducting
research and surveys with the street people in our community, the results showed that
the parents wanted something for their children to do during the days. They wanted their
children to learn manners, hygiene, English, Khmer, and a trade of some sort. The most
important job we have is to share the love of Jesus with
these people. This country and these people are so lost,
but I remind myself they are not all that different from
you and me.
I do not know what our future holds, and I do not know
how long God has us in Cambodia, but I do know that
God has us here now to fulfill His calling on our lives. For
more information on how to help, please visit
goforlove.org. Jesse and I would love your prayers
and support while we are on this journey.
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ALUMNI NEWS
By Sarah (Edwards) Strode, Class of ‘00
By Matt Wimmer, Class of ‘89
Recently, my husband David Strode
(class of 2000) and I had a true test of
faith. We thought we had been tested
before, but we were wrong. This test
took everything in us to just want to
take in another breath…our hearts
were broken.
“I think I heard HIM knocking right here,” said young Caiden
when I asked how he decided to receive Jesus as his Lord and
Savior. There is something very special about spending a week at
summer camp. GOD has our family serving at www.SAMBICA.com
(Camp and Retreat/Event Property) and I absolutely love hearing
these types of comments! Now that I have experienced summer
camp firsthand, I believe going to camp is more important than
ever before. It unplugs kids and creates opportunities for new
friendships, new challenges we maybe didn’t think were possible,
and most importantly, time with The Creator of the universe.
On July 2, 2011 our two daughters
were burned in a horrible accident.
Our two year old, Brooklyn, was
released from Harborview the next
day with first and second degree burns to her hands and face, but our sweet little four year
old, Addison, had a long road and a tough fight ahead of her. Addison was burned over 20%
of her body. While her burns were not life threatening, she almost lost her life due to her
lungs getting sick. She was on a ventilator for 35 of her 48 day hospital stay. Addison had
third degree burns (full thickness burns) on her hands and face that required three grafting
surgeries.
From the beginning of this story, Dave and I asked, “why?” Maybe not out loud or in a “why
me?” fashion but a “why, Lord” would you allow us to go through yet another trial? “Why,
Lord” was Addison burned so badly when I (Sarah) was sitting two feet away? “Why, Lord”
can she not breathe on her own?
During this horrible time in our lives, our “foster” son (16 months at the time and had been
with us since he was three days) was also taken and placed in another home due to protocol.
At this point in the story, it felt as if the wind had been knocked out of me, as if whatever I
had in me that was keeping me standing was ripped out of my soul. I cried out for restoration
for my family. And that is what I received.
One request at a time, our prayers were answered. We had people praying around the world
for our precious children. People who had never prayed before were on their knees praying
healing for Addison and praying that our little boy could return home.
My faith never wavered. I had the choice to blame God. Quite frankly, He can be easy to blame
when things go wrong. Or I could thank Him in His wisdom and discernment that He spared
Addie’s life and He healed her. He intervened in our situation to bring our little guy home
much sooner than the state had told us. That little boy will be adopted on December 15 and
will forever be a Strode.
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A “Can’t Miss” Future
ALUMNI NEWS
Prayers for Restoration
The lessons I have learned over the past several months are just too great in number for
me to write. But I will tell you this, never allow your faith to waiver. Sometimes the only
thing you can do is rely on the Lord. Do it. Rely on Him. He will make your path straight.
He will hold you up when you have nothing in you. He will send wisdom when you cannot
think straight. We welcome readers to follow our story at http://www.caringbridge.org/
visit/addisonstrode. I pray you are encouraged through our story. I pray that you too can
seek the Lord in all trials. Seattle Christian has and always will be held near and dear to my
heart. They were family to me when I had none. I met my husband there! My most cherished
friendships were built during my years there. I learned valuable lessons there and I was
taught to love the Lord with all my heart, soul,mind and with all my strength…He hasn’t failed
me yet. He never will.
My first experience of “summer camp” was actually my senior year at Seattle Christian.
Our ASB officers planned an all-school retreat. Of course, as I look back, I don’t feel like I
did much of the actual work but was fortunate to serve with some outstanding classmates
with a strong work ethic. I still remember that all-school retreat. The delicious meals
served by the Linmans, a giant soap war, singing around the campfire, and getting to know
my friends and teachers on a deeper level.
Proverbs 19:21 says, “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose
that prevails.” Never in my life has this been so clear. As I look back on my spiritual journey,
I am so thankful for my school years at Seattle Christian. They provided the key ingredient
to becoming the best husband, father, and leader I can be: God’s word. At Seattle Christian,
the teachers care and in a world that continues to beat us down, this is so critical. The
Bible is the core of the curriculum and in a world that seems to follow anything but GOD, I
learned if I follow HIM, I really do have a “can’t miss” future (Jeremiah 29:11-13).
10 Year Class Reunion
The Seattle Christian class of 2001 held
our 10 year reunion on June 24th and
25th. On Friday evening, we ventured
to Capitol Hill to The Garage for some
bowling and billiards, however we
mostly just visited and reminisced.
We had a great turnout as 26 of our
classmates attended. We are proud of
our attendance and so glad that many
in our class have remained friends.
On Saturday, we met at SCS for a BBQ
lunch. We were thankful for good
weather! Twenty-nine from our class
were there, many with spouses and kids. We ate good food and reflected with each other on
all that can change in 10 years.
We are so thankful for those that attended the reunion! A special thanks to those that
travelled from out of town. For those that were unable to make it, we sure missed you! We
look forward to seeing you at the 20 year reunion!
Senior Class Officers, Class of 2001
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FALL SPORTS
• 4-3 record in league, 5-4 overall
• ScholarAthletes: Eric Cadwell, Logan DeVries,
Kyle Pierotti, Shane Pierotti, Jeffrey Sutherland
• All-LeagueHonorableMention: Kyle Pierotti
(Offensive Tackle), Cory Kuta (Kicker)
• MostSpiritualAward: Kyle Pierotti
Volleyball
Congratulations
to Middle School
Cross Country!
Girls - Nisqually
League Champions
Boys - 2nd Place
League Finish
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Have you heard SCS on the radio?
Congratulations, Nisqually League Champions!
• WIAA Outstanding Scholastic Team Award (3.5+ GPA)
• ScholarAthletes: Nikki Davis, Morgan Gaston, Lydia Gillette,
Payton Hibbard, Shaina Mitchell, Faith Pizzey, Erin Swain,
Mikayla Wrolstad
• All-League Honors:
LeagueCo-MVP: Madison Hibbard
LeagueCo-DefensivePlayeroftheYear: Kimber Howard
1stTeam: Taylor Hentschell, Megan Mitchell, Faith Pizzey,
Erin Swain
2ndTeam: Morgan Gaston, Shaina Mitchell, Makalah
Mumm, Mikayla Wrolstad
• MightyinSpiritAward: Madison Hibbard
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• WIAA Outstanding Scholastic Team Award (3.5+ GPA)
• ScholarAthletes: Tanna Brinkman, Sarah Harper, Josh
Henry, Brittany Hoff, Sonia Klouse, Branden Livermore, Annika Mayes, Jorren Mills, Tyler Ridings, Brandon Seeger, Kyle
Swain, James Walker, Cale Woyvodich, Kristin Yamashita
• Tanna Brinkman placed 14th at State with a time of 19:48.
• MightyinSpiritAward: James Walker, Kristin Yamashita
• NisquallyLeague5thplacefinish
• WIAA Distinguished Scholastic Team Award (3.0-3.49
GPA)
• ScholarAthletes: Alyssa
Baucom, Megan Bryant,
Victoria Kassebaum, Hanna
Kumasaka, Kellie Kumasaka,
Hannah Sasaki, Abigail
Sauer, Madelyn Weber
• All-League Honors:
2ndTeam: Victoria
Kassebaum, Hannah
Sasaki
HonorableMention:
Megan Bryant
• MightyinSpiritAward:
Hanna Kumasaka
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• ElementaryBarnabasChapelgroupsfilled137OperationChristmasChildboxesthisyear,
sharingtheloveofJesuswithboysandgirlsaroundtheworld.Thankyou,parentsand
students,foryourgenerousdonations.
• Middle school students partnered with World Vision and participated in a 24-hour
famine,raising$1,270insupportforhungerinEastAfrica.Avarietyofactivitieshelped
them learn about the issues of famine and poverty in East Africa and helping others.
Thank you!
• High school junior and senior class chaplains and students have coordinated early
morningoff-campusBiblestudiesattheSouthcenterOldNavyStarbucks!Juniorsmeet
everyFridayat7:00a.m.andseniorsmeeteveryTuesdayat7:00a.m.
Faithfully Serving
Senior Katie Collier signs
with the University of
Washington for a full ride
basketball scholarship.
BoardofTrustees
Administration
Joe Hoff, President
Sheri Barronian, Vice President
Steve Straume, Secretary
Suzy Kumasaka, Treasurer
Jack Childress
Chris Glynn
Mike Shimasaki
Gloria Hunter, Superintendent
Julie Giardino, Elementary Principal
Stephanie Knipp, Secondary Principal
Craig Wrolstad, Athletic Dir./Administrator
Kevin Thomas, IT Administrator
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ELEMENTARY
SCS Robotics: Developing Innovative Thinkers
Sponsored by
OakHarborFreightLines
December
19-30.....ChristmasBreak
SCSelementarystudentscompetedSaturday,December3,intheirfirstFIRSTLegoLeague
robotics “co-opertition”. FIRST is an international organization that encourages young
people to think like scientists and engineers to solve real world problems. Students discover
thefunofscienceandtechnologywhilebuildingself-confidence,knowledge,androbots.
Thisyear’schallengewascalledFoodFactorandcentered
around the prevention of contamination in our food supply. The
projectwastostudytheproblemofsalmonellacontaminationin
chocolate with our robot, HershE.
SCS students were the youngest team of the 23 who entered,
with many teams being completely comprised of middle
schoolers. Congratulations to the Warriors for placing 14th
out of 23 teams. Also, special thanks to Coach Mike Sorenson,
toDianeSorensonforthebuildingoftheplayingfield,
CIMtech for sponsoring our students, and all the parents for
theirsupport!ABIGthankyougoestoMrs.Blackstockfor
coaching and supporting the SCS robotics team.
STUDENTSINACTION
Elementary student council launches their year
with a “working” lunch hosted by Dr. G.
IMPORTANT
DATES
GolfClassic
2011Highlights
Theelementaryisonthemove!Inadditionto
a newly equipped science lab, this year was the
best time to begin the FIRST Lego League team
with SCS students. The Lego organization has
designed a national “co-opertition” (all teams
cheer for and assist each other) to start students
aged 9-14 learning primary concepts in robotics,
and a fun way to present students with challenges
and problem-solving opportunities aligned with
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics)objectives.
Makingthe“world”duringartclasswasexciting
andquite“messy”forfirstgradestudents
As one of Seattle Christian’s
best tournaments in years, the
23rd annual Golf Classic was
filled with fun, delicious food
and sunshine!
Over100golferscameouttosupporttheschools’secondlargestfundraiser
andenjoyedshoppingattheNike Pro Shop, a new highlight for all participants.
CorporateSponsorsalsoenjoyedthe$100,000 Shoot-Out incentive as fans
and fellow golfers cheered from the clubhouse balcony. Tremendous gratitude
is extended to all who contributed to an amazing day of golf at Meridian
Valley Country Club. Proceeds of approximately $25,000 were directed to SCS
AthleticsandTuitionAssistance.Welookforwardtoseeingyounextyear!
With deep gratitude, we thank our 2011 sponsors:
Tournament
Oak Harbor Freight Lines ♦ Donovan Brothers Construction
FAR Family Foundation ♦ Paradigm Financial Corp
Wallingford College Planning ♦ Bowen Scarff Ford ♦ Nike Golf
Corporate
Columbia Bank ♦ Kenworth Truck Co. ♦ Kibble & Prentice
Northwest Asphalt/Pyramid Grinding
BellmontCabinetCo./PacificCrestIndustries♦ Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc.
Prime Electric ♦ Seattle Mack Sales & Service ♦ Umpqua Bank
Hole
Edward Bruce II D.D.S. ♦ AON Consulting ♦ Cummins Northwest ♦ Impact, Inc.
ING Financial Services (Dan Dake) ♦ Jonson & Jonson, P.S.
Kidder Mathews (Kraig Heeter) ♦ Oliver Marketing ♦ Peterson Sullivan LLP
Simply Brilliant Press ♦ Southwest Seattle Orthopaedics
Stanbrooke Custom Homes, Inc. ♦ State Farm Insurance (Terry Gangon)
Superior Cabinets ♦ United Reprographics
Willis of Seattle (Ron Lange) ♦ Zonar Systems
AnnualFundUpdate
Throughthe2011-12AnnualFund,yourfinancialcontributionwillimpact
all students, staff and programs, sustaining the improvements
andactivitiesthathelpcultivateeachstudent’ssuccessatSCS.
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TimewithReadingBuddiesisanexciting
highlight for kindergarten students
Preparing kids for innovative thinking through
break-apart science units
Your generosity makes an eternal difference in the lives of our students as
they’reequippedtoimpacttheirworldforChrist.
Joinusinpartnershipthroughagifttoday!
To make an online gift, visit www.seattlechristian.org/support scs
January
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3..............WelcomeBack(K-12)
7..............HomecomingBanquet
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12............OpenHouse
(FutureFamilies)
13............HomecomingGame
(Welcome,Alumni)
16............NoSchool(MartinLuther
King,Jr.Holiday)
18,19,
and20...FirstSemesterFinals
K-12HalfDay
20............FirstSemesterEnds
23-27.....SecondarySpiritual
LifeConference
26............Pastor’sBreakfast
February
20............NoSchool
(Presidents’Day)
23............OpenHouse
(FutureFamilies)
29............SpringSportsBegin
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TOUCHING BASE
RENEWED!
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is - His good, pleasing and perfect will.
Romans 12:2
As this time of year often brings hectic
schedules and extra demands, let us always
remember the true reason for the season,
celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is
in Him that we find our true joy and peace.
I marvel at how God continues to provide
for our every need. The giving hearts
of our community allow SCS to carry on
God’s wonderful ministry of equipping our
students for Christ.
This year’s theme, RENEWED, from
Romans 12:2, has been an inspiration to all
at SCS who selflessly serve our students,
modeling Christ in all aspects of the
classroom, on the athletic field, through
fine & performing arts and in school
activities. God’s continued faithfulness
in providing a 65 year legacy of quality
Christian education for students is a true
gift to be reminded of this holiday season.
Fall highlights and updates to share:
Annual Fund - Your contributions thus
far have been so appreciated! We trust in
the Lord’s provision to reach our $100,000
goal, and I am deeply grateful that His
abundant blessings often come through
the generosity of parents, grandparents,
alumni, friends and business partners.
It’s your continuous gifts that allow us
to provide an exemplary education for
students. Parents are utilizing Employer
Gift Match opportunities, which continue
to be a significant blessing.
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Student Crafted Ornaments Displayed
in Washington D.C.– As mentioned on the
front page, our eighth grade U.S. History
students enjoyed designing ornaments for
Washington D.C’s National Christmas Tree
Display. What an exceptional honor for our
students as Seattle Christian was the only
school selected from our state.
Elementary Enhancements – Many
parents are talking about the exciting
program enhancements at our school.
The new Science & Art Lab and Robotics
Club offerings are allowing for more active
learning opportunities and inspiration of
innovative thinking for young learners.
The Robotics article and photos on page
10 showcase these impressive programs,
providing more hands-on learning.
Board Members – SCS welcomed new
board members, Jack Childress and Mike
Shimasaki. Jack joins us with extensive
marketing and sales experience while
Mike‘s professional background is in
business and finance. Both look forward to
their five year term alongside elementary
parent, Chris Glynn, who works on the
leadership team at World Vision. Chris
joined the Board of Trustees in March.
What a privilege it is to serve students and
families at Seattle Christian. My prayer is
that each of you would enjoy treasured
time with family and friends during the
holidays, reflecting on our Savior’s birth.
Our mission to Educate Minds, Nurture
Hearts and Honor Christ is strengthened
through your valued partnership and
commitment to Christian Education. May
you be richly blessed!
Renewed in Him,
Gloria Hunter
Superintendent
Congratulations to seniors, Matthew
Bohman, Brittany Hoff and Kyle Swain,
who were recognized as National Merit
Commended Students. These scholastically
talented students were honored for their
exceptional academic promise demonstrated
by their outstanding performance on the
2010 Preliminary SAT/National Merit
Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT),
and placed among the top five percent of
more than 1.5 million students taking the
PSAT. Seattle Christian applauds their
commitment to academic excellence.
SECONDARY
Message from
the Superintendent
National Merit Scholarship Program Recognizes
Three Commended Students and One NHRP Scholar
Pictured from left: Matthew Bohman, Kyle Swain,
Brittany Hoff, Victoria Sitterley
Senior, Victoria Sitterley, was also selected as a 2011-12 National Hispanic Recognition
Program (NHRP) Scholar for both her high PSAT scores and GPA. This year, the NHRP is
recognizing nearly 5,000 students selected from a pool of over 235,000 who took the 2010
PSAT/NMSQT/PAA. Congratulations to Victoria for this impressive honor.
Stahlfeld Receives Johns Hopkins University CTY Award
Congratulations to freshman, Karl Stahlfeld, who was honored
as one of the brightest young students in the nation at a statewide
ceremony for gifted children sponsored by The Johns Hopkins
University Center for Talented Youth (CTY). The center honored
Karl, a participant in the 2011 CTY Talent Search, for his exceptional
performance on a rigorous, above grade level test given to
academically talented second through eighth grade students. Karl
was one of more than 50,000 students worldwide who participated
in this year’s CTY Talent Search, and was awarded on Sunday,
October 9, at Seattle Pacific University.
See You at the Pole 2011, an event every
September, brought SCS students together
as they gathered to pray for our school,
state and nation
Thank you, SCS Jazz Band and secondary
music students, who performed during
Grandparents’ Day in November
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Save the Date…
It’s Auction Time!
Seattle Christian Schools 26th Annual Auction
March 16 & 17, 2012
Winter
2011
Featuring Mark Schenfeld, Stokes Auction Group
2012 Auction Chair: Sue Kaler
Seattle Christian Schools
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Washington, D.C.’s 2011 National Christmas Tree Display
Showcases SCS Student Crafted Ornaments
Prayerfully consider how YOUR family can be involved in our #1 fundraiser…
♦ Pray for our event – We give God the glory for His abundant blessings!
♦ Need SALT hours? Volunteer this year!
♦ Donate a time-share, trip or unique experience for the Live Auction!
♦ Attend one or both nights – invite friends!
♦ Become a sponsor – a great way to promote your business!
♦ Help with donations – join the procurement team!
As the only school selected in Washington state,
the eighth grade U.S. History students at SCS
were overjoyed with the news of having been
chosen to design and create ornaments for
Washington state’s tree for the 2011 National
Christmas Tree display located in President’s
Park in Washington, D.C. Students created
twenty-three ornaments that adorn the state
tree in President’s Park while one chosen
ornament decorates the White House Visitor
Center Christmas tree, which showcases one
ornament from each of the 56 states, territories
and the District of Columbia. As one of
America’s oldest holiday traditions beginning
in 1923, the National Christmas Tree Lighting
Ceremony has become a month-long event
presented by the National Park Foundation and
National Park Service.
For questions, contact Donna Rablin, [email protected]
or [email protected]
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2011-2012 Theme
Do not conform to the
pattern of this world, but
be transformed by the
renewing of your mind.
Then you will be able to test
and approve what God’s
will is - His good, pleasing
and perfect will.
Romans 12:2
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“It is an honor to be selected, as I take a group of students almost every year to
Washington, D.C. to visit our nation’s capital,” said Karla Tripoli, eighth grade U.S. History
teacher. “We discuss the National Christmas Tree ceremony and visit its location. Now we
actually get to participate in this historic event by making the decorations for our state’s
tree and it is such an honor.”
Students developed their design strategies to represent Washington state by including
things that represented the entire state—not just the Seattle area. Some students drew
various landmarks such as the Space Needle or Pike Place Market. Others chose various
state symbols such as the Hemlock, apple, or
Goldfinch to name a few. Materials came from
a variety of sources such as foam, clay and
construction paper.
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