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GENEVA QUARTERLY Volume 3 Issue 3

The fine arts program displays its creativity and excellence

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All About Us LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

STAFF Mary Claire Brock Delaney Young Emma Ingram Summer Stolle

Editor-in-Chief Chief Editor of Content Chief Editor of Design Photoshop Editor

Ian Comuzzie Photography Editor Jessica Wheeler Indesign Editor Arianna Flores Editorial Editor Karlie Daniels Carissa Georgelos Skylar Tippetts Aisling Ayers Nathan Young Jacqueline Knox Noah Benson Katelyn Davis Nathan Zuniga Emme Owens Katherine Anderson Daniel Grover Sara Beth Stolle Kaila Daniels Ruth Wacker Becky Ryden

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GQ MISSION STATEMENT

The Geneva Quarterly is a student publication which serves the greater Geneva community with news, opinion, entertainment and sports. All pieces are written from a Biblical worldview and attempt to engage the reader with relevant information. We, as a staff, pursue truth and excellence through all of our work and integrate the basic principles taught at the Geneva School of Boerne.

DEAR READER, People often say “you don’t realize what you have until it’s gone” but I think I am finally understanding what I have had for the past 13 years, months before I graduate. This school and this community truly are remarkable. I commend those who realize the treasure that is Geneva, while they are in the midst of it all. I find the fact that our teachers are constantly urging us to work with excellence and pushing us a bit past the mark we feel we are capable, a gift. Many in today’s society have lost the art of excellence and hard work. Despite the world around us, Geneva has held onto the importance of perseverance. In recognizing the excellence Geneva strives for, the Quarterly staff dove into Geneva’s rich culture in the arts from the musical aspects to visual works.

Through the school’s fine arts program and a variety of accolades being awarded to Geneva students, the excellencies of the Lord are profoundly displayed.

As I prepare to hand over my job as Editorin-Chief to the upcoming seniors, I urge each of you to take the opportunities available at Geneva.

Run with them, without complaining but instead acknowledging that we are, as famously said by Mr. Shelton, simply “balancing our blessings.” This place is a rarity and a gift which I am finally coming to realize.

With much anticipation and as my final farewell, I, along with my talented team of journalists, present to you the third issue of the 2015-2016 Geneva Quarterly.

Mary Claire Brock

VERSE OF THE QUARTER

“But now, O LORD, You are our father, we are the clay, and you our potter; All of us are the work of your hand.”

Isaiah 64:8

BEHIND THE COVER

In this issue, the Quarterly staff features Geneva’s growing fine arts program. The cover graphic, designed and drawn by Photoshop Editor Summer Stolle, represents the richness and creativity that the program adds to the campus culture.

COVER ART BY SUMMER STOLLE

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Features 8 THE WILD WILD WINNERS

Geneva students have great success at this year’s Rodeo Student Western Art contest

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The school’s fine arts program is made up of creative and talented instructors 8

INDESIGN CREDITS: Mary Claire Brock: 1, 3, 4-5, 30-31, 53-54 Delaney Young: 1, 4-5 Emma Ingram: 1, 3, 4-5, 6-7, 17-21, 35, 43 Summer Stolle: 1, 4-5, 44-45, 46-47 Jessica Wheeler: 22-25 Arianna Flores: 14-16 Karlie Daniels: 8-12 Carissa Georgelos: 26-29, 48-49 Skylar Tippetts: 36-42, 52 Aisling Ayers: 46-47, 50-51 Kaila Daniels: 2, 55 Emme Owens: 13, 34 Jacqueline Knox: 32-33

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ll across south and central Texas, hundreds of high school students prepare to show off their stunning western themed art at the San Antonio’s Stock Show and Rodeo Student Western Art contest. Out of about 400 entries from students over south Texas, three Geneva students, juniors Jessica Wheeler and Coggin Galbreath and senior Emily Shelton, all advanced to the top 25 winners.

The Student Western Art Contest is a

competition in which high school students around Texas can display their love for western heritage through art. The contest is open to current Texas high school students and occurs annually in December recognizing the top 25 entries. The top 15 entries are sold at the live auction to the highest bidder, and the remaining 10 entries are then sold at the silent auction to the highest bidder. Each student artist will receive the full amount of the proceeds in the form of a college scholarship. Many Geneva G|8

THE WILD WILD WINNERS

BY NATHAN ZUNIGA

IF THE SHOE FITS Using the boot of a friend, Emily Shelton entered this drawing in this year’s Rodeo Art competition, taking home first place out of 400 entries.

Competing among students all over central and south Texas, Geneva students take three of the top fifteen winning spots at the San Antonio Rodeo Art competition.

students have participated and done well in this contest over the years.

This year, out of the 400 kids who competed in the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo Student Western Art contest, Geneva’s own senior Emily Shelton won first place for her colored pencil piece, Stir Up Trouble.

“I got about 100 different Prismacolor pencils for Christmas, so I decided to use that for my piece,” Shelton said.

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Shelton started her piece in June and finished toward the end of November, close to the deadline. “I didn’t do as much of the work that I should have done during the summer and art class, but near Thanksgiving, I started working around seven hours a day on it” Shelton said.

Emily took her own picture to use for her drawing with the help of Caitlyn Lowery, 2015 Geneva student graduate and last year’s fourth place winner.

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It was truly amazing to see that a little school like Geneva had three students make it into the top 25 this year against all these schools in the Hill Country.

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-Mrs. Cathy Lester, Art Instructor

“I took the picture at Caitlyn’s ranch. I took around 100 pictures, lined them all up, took out the 20 I liked the most and had my dad pick out the best one” Shelton said.

Throughout the process, Shelton found that drawing such a complex picture with colored pencils is tedious and difficult. “I think the most difficult part was the belt. It was a braided belt, and it drove me absolutely insane,” she said. “I ended up making up a little bit of it because it became so difficult to follow the picture exactly.

I think the boot itself was the best part, but the details in it were so difficult to perfect.”

After the blood, sweat and tears that Shelton poured into her piece, she was ecstatic to find that she had won the contest. “I remember it being so scary to just watch the phone, thinking if I made it or not. I was hoping I would have made it into the top 25, but I never imagined first place. After I found out I had won, I got to go see all the artwork.

Then, in January, the live auction took place, which was really scary.

I had to stand in front of my artwork, while everyone was bidding, and I remember noticing that I had been smiling STAYING FOCUSED for a solid

Shelton, works engraving her block print, another project for the year.

two hours and my cheek bones were so sore.”

Shelton persevered through the auction, and was rewarded for her incredible hard work.

“At the live auction, which featured the top 15 pieces, Emily’s work was purchased by Pizza Hut. At this point she will receive about $12,500 in college scholarship money,” said Mrs. Cathy Lester, art instructor.

Out of 25 places, Wheeler placed 18th with her piece, The Stare Down. Wheeler created her piece with colored pencils, a popular medium among young artists. “I had never used colored pencils before, so I was really nervous, but excited at the same time because I always like trying new stuff,” she said. “But it was definitely difficult. I think having to work with different colors was hard for me because I had never really done that before.”

In order to complete her art work on time, Wheeler started her piece in early September and finished in late November. “For the most part, I worked on it in art class, but during Thanksgiving break, I worked on it for a solid two days. When I started the piece, I had to choose what I was going to focus on first. So I chose to start with the cow that was staring at the camera.”

One of the most difficult parts of creating a piece of art work is choosing the subject and composition of the piece. Luckily, Wheeler did not need to worry about that.

“During the summer of 2014, my family and I went to a friend’s ranch house, and when we were driving around that area we saw a group of cattle. My mom actually took the picture,” said Wheeler. “I had a couple of options for pictures, mostly because I had never competed in the rodeo art contest, so I didn’t know if there were certain things the judges were looking for. So, I brought a whole bunch of pictures for Mrs. Lester to look through, and she thought the picture of the cattle would be the best option.”

Wheeler received a phone call one day in December after the judging process was finished,

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EYES ON THE PRIZE Drawing from a photograph taken by her mother, Jessica Wheeler used colored pencils to complete “The Stare Down” to make it to the top 25.

informing her that her artwork had made it into the top 25. “I honestly didn’t expect to make it.

I remember getting the phone call, and when the lady told me I had made it, I honestly did not believe her. Then later in January, I had to attend the reception and stand in front of my piece at the silent auction.”

Wheeler and Shelton were not the only students from Geneva whose hard work won awards. Galbreath took the 11th spot on the judges ranking with his piece, The Spirit of Texas in the Palm of Your Hand.

Galbreath, like Wheeler, created his work using colored pencils.

“I started my piece in September, and over a few months I worked on it a little at a time here and there. I’m not in the Geneva art class, so I would never work on it for weeks and I would randomly get it out and do a lot at one time,” he said.

Galbreath did not take his own picture for his work. Instead, he used a picture taken by a photographer

who takes pictures of wildlife for a rescue and rehabilitation company in Texas. “I was looking for a picture for the contest, but I didn’t want to do a cowboy or a cow,” said Galbreath, explaining his thought process.

“I wanted to do something that was still Texan but different. So, I decided to draw a baby armadillo.”

Galbreath, in a hurry to complete his piece, ran into some speed bumps on the way.

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SOAKING UP THE SUN Wheeler takes advantage of this sunny day to draw in her sketchbook.

SKETCH IT OUT Galbreath takes private lessons for art and frequently sketches during the day.

“I think the most difficult part was making sure he looked like a baby.

I wanted it to look cute as opposed to a regular armadillo,” he says.

While he encountered difficulties as he worked on his piece, Galbreath ended up solving his problems to get the drawing just right.

Because he is not an official art student with Geneva, Galbreath had to take the piece to the rodeo himself to ensure it was judged. The next day, he received the phone call giving him the good news.

In January, he attended the live auction, which featured the top 15 pieces out of the 25 that placed.

“I had no idea what to

HAND MADE Coggin Galbreath chose a nontraditional route for his Rodeo Art piece, “The Spirit of Texas in the Palm of your Hand” which placed in the top 15 and garnered Galbreath scholarship money for college.

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expect. I was happy with my work, but I knew a lot of people had entered. So I didn’t think at all that I would make it,” Galbreath said.

In the end, Wheeler, Galbreath and Shelton were all satisfied with their outstanding pieces, as was their teacher. Lester said of her students, “It is always so thrilling to have students receive recognition for their abilities and hard work. It was truly amazing to see that a little school like Geneva had three students make it into the top 25 this year against all these schools in the Hill Country. I am always so proud of our students’ hard work.”

FOR THE SAKE OF THE ARTS As Geneva’s fine arts program continues to grow, the instructors use their experience and creativity to make it excellent COMPILED BY DANIEL GROVER AND NATHAN YOUNG

a lifetime love of learning is one of the goals Geneva sets for its students in Eitsstablishing mission statement. Part of the core of the school’s education is the fine arts program offered to each student. Learning through the fine arts teaches lasting discipline and dedication applicable to all areas of life, as all of the school’s fine arts instructors testify.

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BAND OF BROTHERS

BY DANIEL GROVER

to improve the band with the dedication and commitment they bring to each session.

Experience is a key component to any successful endeavor, and the band sets out each day to make an impact on the people around them, expressing the joy of the Lord through music.“Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth, burst into jubilant song with music; make music to the Lord with the harp, with the harp and the sound of singing.” (Psalm 98:4-5)

“We started in the Admin building in the hallway and it took us about three months until the people in the offices recognized what we were playing ‘Jingle Bells,’” said band director of nine years Gradi Evans when asked about the origin of the Geneva Eagle Band. The program has long been the staple of the school’s major sporting events.

However, when it started in 2007, it was just ten kids sitting in a hallway trying to squeak out the right notes to “Hot Cross Buns.”

“The first band started because Mrs. Leslie Moeller (then Head of School)came to me and asked me how our music and arts were going. At the time, Geneva was only kindergarten through eighth grade. This was fine, but I couldn’t see next years’ ninth graders only having a music and art option so I wanted to start the band,” said Evans.

Giving her students the opportunity to play in a band was instrumental in the progression of the school’s fine arts program.

Mrs. Jennifer McLeod has In his first year as Head been instructing Geneva’s of School, Mr. Brad Ryden choir program since 2010 gave the green light to the when Mrs. Gradi Evans band, and they started down welcomed her into the

BY SKYLAR TIPPETTS the long road to success.

Geneva fine arts program. Without After much discussion, the hesitation, McLeod agreed to the position in a school where administrators gave Evans and she had the comfort of being surrounded by some of her her band an official room to family members, the Metzger and Burkholder families, and an play in. During its beginning incredible staff. years, the administrators Since she has studied music her entire life, it is no surprise never knew their small little that her talented teaching ability has improved the vocal music band would achieve the status program immensely. As a young girl, McLeod found passion for they now have. The band music in playing the piano. However, it did not take her long grew and gained experience before she was exposed to choral singing. At eight years old, by competing at various McLeod began practicing the art of singing, and has not stopped TAPPS events and soon since. McLeod has gained a sense of accomplishment through became a major competitor improving several schools’ vocal music programs, witnessing the at any event in which they success of their endeavors. participated.

McLeod has helped Geneva’s choir achieve excellence. “The As Geneva’s small band challenges, atmosphere, and results” are the most rewarding quickly expanded, a brass aspects of her job. She has prepared vocal music students for specialist was hired in 2014: Geneva-organized events such as Christmas programs, Benefits Ms. Erin Thomas, a former and musicals, as well as TAPPS competitions. “The discipline attendee of Boerne High of music results in the discipline of learning,” said McLeod on School. She brings a new level her method of teaching. With her high-spirited and dedicated of experience to the band that mindset, McLeod has developed the Geneva choir to grow in Evans long desired. Evans and cohesiveness and contribute to Geneva’s great fine arts program.

Thomas together continue

NEVER FALL FLAT

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ALL ABOUT THAT BASS

BY KARLIE DANIELS

day of competition. She said she prepares her students by “working a lot on intonation, dynamics, playing together, and trying to make the best possible sound.”

Her high expectations of her students also play a key factor when it comes time to compete. “I expect them to have a good attitude, come to class prepared, and to practice,” Kuhlmeier said.

This year her high standards will pay off as she takes a new group of students to compete at TAPPS for the first time.

Rebecca Kuhlmeier, Geneva’s orchestra teacher, returned to the fine arts program this year. Under Geneva’s drama classes her leadership, orchestra has have matured immensely drastically improved their level of throughout the blossoming performance. The students have of the fine arts program. begun practicing harder music The entire department has than ever before, and have gained grown to become like a

BY SARABETH STOLLE an unprecedented confidence with family. In drama tech, their instruments. students paint stage props and build the set all under drama Before coming to Geneva, tech instructor, Mrs. Terri Bomgaar’s direction. “I rejoined Kuhlmeier taught 6th-12th grade drama tech because I love to create,” said sophomore Brenna orchestra for Boerne ISD, McBroom. “There is a lot of woodwork, artwork and even a including Boerne Middle School hair and makeup team. All of these jobs call for teamwork and North, Fabra Elementary School, diligence.” Drama tech students have learned the value of hard Currington Elementary School work and love the feeling of satisfaction and pride they get and Boerne High School. She from participating in the performing arts. has always pushed her students The theater class performed Cheaper by the Dozen for in the Boerne school systems to their annual production this March. Mr. Rick Poole, the play instruments to the best of theater director, chose this play because it both relates to the their ability; however, in 2014 she audience and leaves them wanting more. The performance decided to make a change in her received five stars from its always receptive audience. “There teaching career. On coming to is never a dull moment,” said sophomore Kenny Kidd about Geneva, Kuhlmeier said, “There drama class. All the drama students agree with this sentiment. was a job opening and I felt called Needless to say, the drama program is now the best it has to be here, because it was part ever been. Poole serves not just as a teacher, but an interactive time, so I could stay home with mentor who takes theatrics to the next level. His teaching my girls. All the pieces kind of helps students with public speaking, which plays a role in just fell into place when I needed many of Geneva’s other classes as well. Students of all ages them to.” enjoy giving their all on the Geneva stage.

Now that Kuhlmeier is at Geneva, she prepares for the TAPPS Competition by “picking music that everybody will like and sound good on,” she explained. “I study the scores, and record the class so that I can hear what the class sounds like.”

Kuhlmeier continually prepares her students from the beginning of the year until the

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DON’T FRET

BY NATHAN YOUNG

Before current Geneva guitar teacher Mr. Luis Arizpe was in school, before he knew how to read or write, he knew music. “My earliest memories were of sitting on the curb in front of my parent’s house, before I was going to school, and when I heard the birds chirping, I would whistle with them,” Arizpe said as he recalled a memory from his musical childhood.

Arizpe grew up in San Antonio with five older siblings. He remembers being able to read music before he could read words because of his siblings, who were in their school’s band.

He knew from the age of ten that he would play music for the rest of his life.

After finishing high school, Arizpe joined the Air Force and served for three years. He then continued on to music school where he majored in music composition. During this time, Arizpe was in a band that “had some success, became pretty well known, and got some radio air-play.” He said, “People were coming around to talk to us about a serious career when our drummer disappeared and they started to say that we weren’t professional enough.”

Arizpe said that he reached a point of hating music, so he stopped for five years after graduating from music school. Married to his wife Lynette and a father of one at the time, he recounts a life-changing afternoon. “I was working as a bookkeeper and I had just become a believer. I was sitting on the deck in the back, smoking a cigarette, and I prayed, ‘God, please restore me to whoever you made me to be.’ I was fired that afternoon and I thought, ‘Well, I guess this is it,’” he said.

He then started teaching guitar lessons and after meeting Gradi Evans, ended up building Geneva’s guitar program. It has been very successful since it started ten years ago, but Arizpe’s chief concern involves other aspects of the class.

“God has blessed us with awards and a lot of soloists and kids who study music in college, and we have been blessed very much by that, but that has never been the intent,” he said.

One of his iconic phrases that all his students are familiar with is the saying “Poets not parrots.” He wants them to “be able to read music well and understand what’s on the page, not just play a bunch of dots.”

But beyond the music, Arizpe desires to build relationships with his students. He said, “I want to know what’s going on in their lives. Not just what’s happening in their lives as students, but personally.”

Class with Arizpe dives beyond the surface of strumming strings. “Fellowship is a big part of it too. I like to call it ‘guitar culture.’ It’s something that we do in there that is specific to us as a class.”

Arizpe believes that God orchestrates all of these elements in his class. When asked about the goals for his guitar class, Arizpe answered that “we need to aim to set up an environment in the classroom which revolves around Christ.”

As the arts program grows in size and experience, the teachers continue to be the driving force behind their success. These teachers work together, under the banner of Christ, to bring out the best of Geneva and its students. The teachers aim for their views and goals to be in accordance with Geneva’s vision, and their hope is for the students and programs to grow in the way that God intends.

“Art and literature are tried on.

Reading a book, seeing a painting or a play or a film: such encounters are fueled by affect as well as intelligence. Much ‘fleshing out’ happens here: we invest the art with our own feelings, but the art comes to live inside us, adding to our own repertoire. Art obliges us to ‘first-personalize’ the world.

Our commerce with art makes us fellow travelers: to other cultures, other values, other selves. Some may think this both narcissistic and naïve, but ask yourself: what other means of propulsion can yield such encounters?”

– Arthur Weinstein, New York Times ALL GRAPHICS BY RUTH WACKER

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The Score

LET THE GAMES BEGIN

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The Score

It’s a Keeper

Geneva prepares for its second season of quidditch

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heers and shouts echo across the campus, nearly drowning out the voices of enthusiastic commentators. Students sprint back and forth across the modified football field with a broom between each pair of legs, throwing various kinds of balls to and fro. Teachers have turned into referees, calling controversial shots. The atmosphere buzzes with life. Lunchtime hasn’t been this exciting since the Cheesy Jane’s milkshake days.

Welcome to springtime at Geneva, which has been designated as the school’s official quidditch season. The sport of quidditch became known across the globe in 1997 when J.K. Rowling published her first of the seven Harry Potter novels. “Our dad used to read them to us, and then when we got older we read them on our own,” said senior Erica Shelton, house of Milton.

Due to the rapid increase in popularity of the “Harry Potter” books, even after the completion of the series in 2007, it was only a matter of time before Geneva adopted the wizarding sport of quidditch. Muggle (the term coined in Rowling’s books to refer to nonwizards) teams have been playing their own nonmagical adaptation across the globe since 2005.

Geneva’s 2016 season started March 1st.

Muggle quidditch at its core involves two teams attempting to throw a ball, called a quaffle, through one of three respective goal posts.

Each ball passed through the hoop counts as ten points. Chasers are the players tasked with scoring goals. Meanwhile, beaters pelt players from the opposing team with dodge balls, trying to knock the chasers out, forcing them to yield the quaffle.

Later on in the game, a neutral player called the snitch sprints out onto the field, and it’s the job of each team’s seeker to snag the snitch first, which both ends the game and adds thirty points to the team of the successful seeker. There is also a keeper position on each team, who guards his three goals from potential scores much like a goalie. Each team is allowed seven players total.

In wizard quidditch, the snitch is a tiny ball the size of a walnut, which uses its wings to zip around the field almost undetectable except to those who intentionally seek it. This key difference between muggle and wizard quidditch

proves significant in the long run. “I know it’s hard for them [the players] to catch whoever’s sprinting around the campus, but in Harry Potter it [the snitch] is like this tiny little ball, and it’s absurdly fast. The games have to be a lot shorter [in muggle quidditch] because the snitch is so much easier to catch,” said Eleanor Galbreath, freshman from the house of Chaucer.

In the spring of 2015, Geneva officially introduced quidditch as a club involving each of the four high school houses. “I think it’s cool that we didn’t just set up teams and let people choose teams, because it’s so Harry Potter-esque that we’re doing it with houses,” says Eleanor.

She eagerly looks forward to participating on the field for her first time this year.

Being a huge fan of both Harry Potter and the sport of quidditch, Eleanor volunteered as an eighth grader to be the commentator at the inaugural championship match between Sayers house and Milton house last spring. She modeled her style of announcing after that of Lee Jordan, one of the books’ most entertaining personalities. “Lee is so funny, and we were definitely going for his style,” Eleanor said of her and Lewis freshman Anna Reidlinger’s experience. “We had to learn everyone’s names while we were going, because we were in eighth grade.”

Junior Coggin Galbreath, Chaucer quidditch captain, contrasts the safety of Geneva quidditch

“I think it’s cool that we didn’t just set up teams and let people choose teams, because it’s so Harry Potteresque that we’re doing it with houses,” says Eleanor Galbreath.r. with quidditch at Rowling’s fictional wizarding schools. “I probably wouldn’t play quidditch if I went to Hogwarts. Muggle quidditch is less life-threatening because there’s nowhere to fall and no bludgers to beat your brains out,” he said.

Dive into one of Rowling’s books to find out just how seriously wizards take their sports.

Senior Grant Gombert, captain of the Sayers team, believes this distinction has more than one advantage. “In the Muggle version you do not

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last season for Sayers, says that “a lot of our team last year was seniors... But there’s no I in team you know, so it’s a collaborative effort from everyone. Last year we had the brawn, this year I think we’re going to try and win it with the brains.” Sayers will put up a good fight this season and hopes to remain the possessor of the Quidditch Cup. Although competitive at times, Rowling’s magical sport has brought Rhetoric School and each of the houses into a closer community From the players on the starting varsity football lineup to AP science whizzes, the diversity of Geneva’s quidditch teams adds to the fun of the sport. “At most schools, the football team would not be interested in quidditch, because there are such divided groups: football, and people who are interested in Harry Potter. But I think it’s cool that we have that mix,” Eleanor Galbreath said.

Gombert’s love of Harry Potter shines as he looks forward to his last season on the Sayers team. He said, “I have missed the wind rushing through my hair as I fly around on my broom and the shrill cackles as our proud Geneva witches and wizards laugh with glee.”

Geneva has embraced quidditch with open arms. Hardcore book lovers and agile athletes come together as four teams, eager to represent their houses well. “Quidditch motivates people all by itself. Even if you don’t know the rules exactly, you can still be excited about being a part of it” Galbreath said.

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have the same incentive to stay on your broom.

In actual Quidditch, the perpetual risk of falling to your death prevents you from cheating and not using the broom.”

Nevertheless, Rhetoric students get serious out on the quidditch field, despite the absence of flying brooms and bewitched balls. Shelton, who co-captains Milton’s team, preferred to stay away from the chaos that often ensued last season during the heat of the matches. “I was a beater. I didn’t want to interfere with all the little chaser things they were doing. They had some sort of plan. I thought, ‘I’ll just throw balls at people, “It was glorious!” that’ll work,’” she said. says Gombert.

Gombert modestly describes his role on the “When I held team.

“I play a position that painted called ‘Bench Warmer’ due plastic bowl to my astounding lack of in my hand I speed, endurance, strength, realized that and coordination. I like the position because it prevents particular me from becoming prideful moment was my athletic feats,” he as good as life of said. would ever get.”

Last year’s season culminated with a controversial win by Sayers at the championship match. “It was the most serene feeling of bliss you can imagine,” says junior Jeff Rosinbaum, keeper for Sayers house. “It’s a pretty big trophy.

I try to take it seriously, in a fun manner.”

“It was glorious!” says Gombert. “When I held that painted plastic bowl in my hand I realized that particular moment was as good as life would ever get.”

The other houses, however, are ready to get their revenge on Sayers no matter the price.

Coggin aims a comment directly at Sayers’ House Dean, saying, “I’m looking forward to getting the quidditch cup out of Mr. Harrild’s room. I don’t really care where it goes. It makes me sick every time I see it sitting on that shelf.”

Shelton agrees with Coggin, hoping Milton will avoid another devastating championship loss this coming season. “This year we have to win.

It’s a thing. We are going to win this year. We’re trying to get Sayers to not even be in the finals.

That would be the complete victory.”

Rosinbaum, reflecting on the success of

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Player Positions:

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-Three per team -Their job is to score goals for their team by throwing the quaffel (deflated volleyball) through the goals.

-Two per team -Their job is to play defense by using bludgers (dodgeballs) to keep the other team from scoring.

-One per team -Their job is to play defense by protecting the goals. They are the team goalies.

Each goal is worth 10 points

SEEKER -One per team -Their only job is to catch the snitch. If they do catch the snitch, their team receives thirty points.

SNITCH -One per game -The snitch is released eighteen minutes into the game. Once the snitch is caught, the game is over.

If your broom comes out from between your legs or you get hit with a bludger, Quaffel = Volleyball you must run back and touch your goal before you continue playing.

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FAMILIES IN SERVICE A closer look into the lives of Geneva’s military families pg. 22

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Active Duty

M I L I T A R Y F A M I L I E JACOB SCHRODER S Following in his father’s footsteps

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ne of the most influential people in a person’s life is their father, and junior Jacob Schroder understands this more than most. After watching his father, Eric Schroder, put his life at risk for his country, Jacob has a clear idea of what it means to be dedicated and what he plans to do with his own future.

Mr. Eric Schroder, currently a civilian in the Army Reserves, first served in Afghanistan when Jacob was in kindergarten. He was deployed for a second tour when Jacob was in fifth grade.

During his first tour, communication was limited; video chat was not a possibility due to the covert nature of the mission. The only form of communication Jacob had with his father was through a satellite phone or sending pictures by mail.

“He could send us pictures and movies,” Jacob said. “Sometimes he would send movies that hadn’t come out in the U.S. yet.”

Conditions improved when Mr. Schroder traveled to the Middle East on his second tour. As an intelligence officer working for the L.R.R.P. (long-range reconnaissance patrol), Jacob’s father was able to stay in a nicer hotel than before and

Four Geneva families share their experiences when a loved one is deployed overseas, fighting for the freedom of our country.

BY KATHERINE ANDERSON

PROUD FAMILY Younger Jacob Schroder smiles big in his dad’s arms while brother Matthew and mother look on.

Skype his family. Jacob remembers a time when he was most scared for his dad’s safety; a car bomb hit the building next to his dad’s hotel.

Thankfully he was unharmed and was never in an overwhelming amount of danger otherwise.

Jacob was able to watch his father work away from his family for two years and do his job successfully, which has inspired him to pursue the military in his own future. He aspires to attend Westpoint after graduation to be trained as an officer.

“My dad has taught me that America is the greatest country in the world,” Jacob said, and he is willing to dedicate his life protecting it.

Sacrifice is something Jacob has been familiar with since the beginning. “I was raised to believe that if it’s for a good cause, then there’s no reason not to make a sacrifice for it,” he said.

Being raised in a military family, Jacob does not know what life would be like if his dad had not been an officer. The family has lived in several states, but Jacob says he wouldn’t want it any other way.

“My dad could always balance dedication to his job and his family,” he said. “I don’t know what my life would be like without the military.”

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CURBY GRAHAM “First you’re afraid you’re going to die, then you’re afraid you’re not going to die.” Mr. Curby Graham, Academic Dean of Rhetoric School, sums up his first tour in Iraq with a single quote, referencing the misery that a dysenterylike illness brought him. Graham served in multiple countries during his military career, including Germany, Bosnia and Turkey, but it was his two tours in Iraq that affected him the most.

The first tour in 2003 brought the aforementioned disease nicknamed “Sadam’s Revenge” along with the regular trials of serving in wartime. The second tour in 2007, however, Graham was faced with new challenges.

He was challenged when he was struck by two IED’s. He was challenged when terrorists leaving Baghdad headed for the city of Mosul, where he was stationed. But mostly he was challenged when the thought of meeting his daughter became more of a hope than a certainty.

On March 6, 2007, Graham was stationed in Mosul in the middle of a terrorist crisis. He wondered if God would allow him to return home to meet his unborn daughter. He wondered if she would ever hear his voice, or if her only memory of him would be the good morning and good night messages he left in a recording device in a Build-ABear.

The news that his wife was in labor came via email, as did the announcement that welcomed Claire Graham into the world. Six months later, Major Graham held his daughter in his arms for the first time.

During that year, which Graham calls the best and worst of his life, a few things kept him sane during the separation from his family.

Sacrificing milestones to serve his country

Pictures, videos and Skype conversations kept him in touch with loved ones. The care packages of “On The Border” salsa and chips his wife sent allowed him to enjoy a taste of home overseas. Even with these subtle comforts, Graham made a sacrifice for his country that not everyone could make, but it is a sacrifice he would be willing to do again.

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LOOK SHARP Graham and his wife dressed in formal attire for a military event.

JILL DANIELS A proud wife communicates her admiration for her husband

Because of the added stress of a new school and new friends while their father was deployed, Daniels pulled Kaila and Karlie out of Geneva and transferred them back to Fabra. The Geneva ALWAYS ON THE MIND Jason Daniels works with a picture of his daughters nearby. faculty, however, provided a strong The Geneva student body knows Mrs. support system. Mynette Drawe, a first grade Daniels as a multi-tasking science teacher, track teacher, organized a care basket full of gift cards coach and unofficial trainer, but she has had to to various restaurants to take some stress off the be much more than that for her family. Staying family. Church friends who had kids close in age up all night grading papers is remarkably easy to the Daniels also helped out. compared to the sacrifice and strength necessary

The hardest challenge ended up being to be a military wife. Jason Daniels, her husband, when Jason returned home. has been a master sergeant and comptroller for

“He was in Iraq dealing with the Iraqi the United States Air Force. Jason was fully people and dealing with money for vendors,” trained for combat but never saw any from his Daniels explained. “It was hard for him to adjust non-deployable position in San Antonio. In back to American life.”

2008 he volunteered to serve in Iraq.

After living in the desert country

“I was mostly proud, never really of Iraq for half a year in war-time, American worried,” Daniels says of her husband. She culture had too much stimulation for Jason. immediately took on the extra responsibility

“He had to leave a Walmart one time,” of a mother, trying to keep everything normal Daniels says, referring to the excess stimulation for her kids while her youngest two, Kaila and of the brightly lit department store.

Karlie, transferred to Geneva.

Today, Jason Daniels is back in

The family was able to communicate San Antonio and the Daniels girls are with Jason through email and a few phone calls. back at Geneva. The family ’s smooth Sometimes a week or two would go by with no functioning is a testament to Jill Daniels contact. Jason’s base would occasionally come independence and ability to overcome any under fire and the only protection were piles of sandbags in the windows and hiding under a desk. obstacle thrown her way.

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Memories of a father’s commitment

“I had just told my friend Lauren the week before that he never surprised us,” Shelby Miller said, smiling at the irony of her comment.

Chad Miller was a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Air Force. He had served in Afghanistan, Iraq and was serving in Colombia when Shelby was in seventh grade. A week after Shelby voiced to her friend the lack of excitement in her father’s homecomings, he surprised her and her younger brother in the best way possible.

“My little brother volunteered to pray at assembly,” Miller explained. She had suspected that something was going on when her entire family showed up at an assembly and she was called to the stage to stand with her brother, but never expected that her father had secretly returned.

“We opened our eyes after the prayer and he was just standing there,” she said. At first, Shelby thought she was seeing things. She said she felt like she was going to pass out when she realized what was going on. There had been very little contact with her father while he was deployed, so seeing him for the first time was an absolute shock.

“I think it was the moment I felt the most joy in my entire life,” Shelby said.

Growing up with an absent parent is challenging for everyone involved.

“My dad missed a lot of my childhood,”

SHELBY MILLER

Shelby said. “He missed my brother being born and my sister’s senior year and graduation from Champion High School.”

Mr. Miller sacrificed these moments with his

FAMILY

family during his twenty-three year service VACATION in the military. He initially retired in 2000, Younger then re-enlisted after 9/11. Today, he is Shelby Miller retired and is a pilot for United Airlines. stands with “If my dad wasn’t in the military, we her dad on the beach. wouldn’t be the way that we are today,” Miller said, referring to the closeness she shares with her siblings. Because Mrs. Miller was a full-time nurse, Shelby’s older sister partially raised Shelby and her brother. The close relationships she has with her siblings and the independence being in a military family has imparted on her are things that Shelby Miller would never want to change.

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A “Sven”- tastic Christmas Miracle

The Johnsons experience an amazing Christmas miracle, the birth of their new born baby, Sven

BY KATELYN DAVIS

LOOK-A- LIKES Mr. Paul Johnson stares at his off-spring who shares similar expressions to him including a lifted brow.

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t was Christmas break and the Johnson’s were enjoying the time off from work.

Their sweet, little gray house was ready for a new addition to the family. Even the cats were excited for the baby’s arrival.

Erica Johnson, Logic and Rhetoric administrative receptionist said, “I felt completely fine. We had gone for a walk that morning and had breakfast at Bear Moon. It was a wonderful day.” On Christmas Day, the Johnson’s were absolutely shocked.

Erica said, “I told Paul, ‘I think we need to go to the doctor.’ However, instead I ended up in Saint Luke’s Baptist Hospital because my blood pressure had spiked, and it was dangerous for both the baby and me.” At this point, the doctors made the decision to induce labor for Erica to prevent further complications. At 6:00 p.m., the Johnson’s were amazed and excited for the birth of their son, Sven Alan Johnson. He was welcomed to this earth with open arms. Weighing only three pounds and 11 ounces, Sven was born premature, but he was here, and he was healthy.

At first sight, Erica thought, “He’s so tiny, so perfect and complete.” Both Erica and Paul spent many hours in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU), watching their baby grow. The NICU nurses called him “the feeder in the feeder grower.”

Thankfully, Sven had no problems other than being born very early. Erica said, “He just had to eat, initially through a feeding tube, and then I was able to feed him once he no longer needed oxygen. He stayed warm by being in an incubator until he could control his own body temperature. Once Sven could be fed by mouth and could prove he could maintain his temperature outside of the incubator, he was allowed to go home.” She went on to say that he was in the NICU for 23 long days. Feverishly praying, and relying on God’s healing hands, Erica saw Sven slowly improve.

She said that those 23 days were full of prayer. Through Facebook and Instagram, they received messages from friends and

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family. The most inspiring thing for them was watching their whole community come together and pray for their situation. Paul Johnson, Geneva Humanities Instructor and husband to Erica said, “We felt a sense of comfort. We weren’t even scared at the time…. It was only afterwards when we started to think back on everything that had happened, and we realized what we had gone through.”

Erica said, “Even our pastor, Father Brian, came right away to pray with us at the hospital. How amazing is that?” They were overcome with joy while feeling a sense of awe. Little Sven was so small and had come so early. He was a miracle.

This miracle of the birth of their baby, and the miracle that brought them together in 1998, were both amazing. Paul and Erica grew up in California and attended different high schools. In her sophomore year of high school, Erica decided to attend a school banquet with her friends. The band at the banquet was called the Ten Cent Tip. Paul played the drums and his childhood friend, Steven Tye, current Humanities instructor, played guitar.

The seating at the event was already arranged, and the organizers of the banquet had placed Erica and her friends at the same table with the band. They were all introduced after playing the first session. Erica said, “I remember they played U2’s ‘With or Without You,’ which was the best song ever.” She went on to say, “I did not realize that the two band members would be in my life forever.”

It seemed unlikely these two people would ever meet again, let alone date. They kept in touch a little throughout. During their senior year, they revived their relationship.

When graduation arrived, Erica planned to make a move and asked Paul out on a date to her school’s senior banquet. When the time came for Erica to ask him out, Paul was not at home. She had to ask Paul’s sister to deliver the message to him about the banquet. They eventually caught up with each other, went out, and had fun.

WELCOME HOME

Sven has already become very popular at Geneva. In fact, Mrs. Erica Johnson’s instagram has been nicknamed “Svenstagram” because there are so many pictures of Sven.

We were friends for a long time before we started actually going out.” She went on to say, “When we started dating, we would usually go to Berkeley and patronize this record store called “Amoeba.” Then, we would go eat in the “gourmet ghetto,” which was a bunch of cheap restaurants with cuisine from all over the world. Most of the time, we would just hang out with our friends at the house which my roommates and I lived in.”

Seven years later from when they started dating, at the age of 25, they were married on November 4, 2005, in Redwood Chapel Church in Castro Valley, California. Mr. Rob Shelton current Rhetoric School Headmaster of Geneva, performed their wedding on that wonderful day. Erica said, “We had a fantastic time on our honeymoon at the greatest place on earth… Disneyland,” Erica said.

They both attended California State University at Hayward and ended up working at the same classical Christian school in Petaluma, California, called Harvest Christian School, which was an hour away from where they grew up. Erica said, “I was a school receptionist, and Paul was a teacher. Prior to that, I was an administrative assistant to the children’s pastor at our church. Paul worked at the church too; he was in charge of the building maintenance. Somehow, we always worked together at the same place.”

Shortly thereafter, Mr. Shelton moved to Texas, to take a job at Geneva School Boerne.

In July 2009, Mr. Shelton called the Johnson’s and asked if they could come to Geneva. Erica said, “I had never even visited Texas, until the day we drove here with all of our belongings.

It truly was an adventure, but we knew Geneva was a special place and we were excited (and a little scared).” They knew they were in good hands. Paul said, “He’s a great leader because he genuinely cares about you and loves you, whether you’re an employee or a student.”

Now in Boerne, Texas, with new jobs and a new home, life could not get any better.

They wanted to have children, but experienced a heart-breaking miscarriage in 2010. They decided to wait patiently and in mid-August of 2015, they found out that Erica was pregnant.

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BRIGHT EYES Baby Sven gazes on his grandfather from California.

news private to stay on the safe side. Paul said, “l was very excited and optimistic about approaching fatherhood.”

They started reading many parenting books, one of which was called, “What To Expect When You Are Expecting.” They also researched blogs and Internet articles. The couple says that because of their premature baby, the parenting books and blogs were of no help to them at all. They learned better with hands-on training through trial and error. Erica said, “You just have to figure it out for yourself. There doesn’t seem to be a parenting formula. You have to get to know your child first.”

Because it was a critical time to let Sven grow and develop, the Johnsons asked that people not visit the hospital but continue to pray until he grew a little bigger. A non-profit organization that works at the hospital, named ‘Threads of Love,’ brought miniature blankets and clothing for the baby because it was impossible to find his size in the stores. The organization makes clothing, blankets, and other items for new parents with premature babies.

The challenge for Sven was his eating pattern. He needed to be fed every two to three hours for proper growth. Sven was unique in every way, as he grew and looked more and more like his father. His unique name is actually not a tribute to Disney’s, “Frozen,” as many have guessed. His first name comes from Erica’s side of the family and his middle name, Alan, comes from Paul’s grandfather. “Paul has handled being a new father quite well,” said Erica. “He’s very patient and loving. He even helps changing diapers when he gets home from work.”

Now that Sven is home and healthy, he has grown out of his cute preemie clothes and is growing stronger each day. “He has such long fingers and toes that he looks like a sloth,” Erica said, laughing.

One Bible verse that Erica could not stop reciting when Sven was in the hospital was Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” That is exactly what the Lord did for them.

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DEFYING THE ODDS

While having to undergo countless surgeries for a birth defect, Senior Josh Chandler testifies to the Lord’s goodness and faithfulness.

PHOTOGRAPH BY JACQUELINE KNOX

JOSH CHANDLER’S TESTIMONY

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was born with a short left femur and tibia, missing fibula, two missing toes and a malformed hip and knee. I have used various prosthetics and orthotics over the years, but I currently use an ankle brace and a shoe lift to walk. My parents learned of my leg problem during a sonogram before I was born.

The geneticist advised my parents that they had the option of aborting me because the doctors were unsure if there would be any other birth defects besides my measurably short leg.

I am grateful that my parents were believers in Christ who never considered abortion because they knew that God had created my life and would provide. They remembered Psalm 139:1317: “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”

When I was born, the doctors quickly confirmed that the only birth defect involved my left leg. My mom and dad learned that at maturity my leg would be 15 inches short and it would be extremely difficult for me to walk. So, they set out on a journey to find a solution. Three top orthopedic doctors in Texas recommended amputation of my leg; however, my parents felt there had to be another option.

Through the Internet, they found a leglengthening surgeon on the East Coast. Dr. Dror Paley was a cutting edge visionary who gave my parents hope of one other option: to surgically fully lengthen my leg over a period of 18 years. They knew it would be a long road, but they felt it was the right option for me. So this journey began when I was two years old.

To date, I have had a total of 24 surgeries including reconstructions, corrections and lengthenings. The final lengthening will be this summer in Florida. Each lengthening has required that the doctor chisel and break the bone in half and attach a fixator device through the skin to each side of the bone. The screws are turned daily to distract the broken bone so new bone will grow in between resulting in length.

This process has involved a lot of therapy, pain, tears, months of being out of state and months of not being able to run or even walk.

So many times I have cried out to God that I could not endure this pain and process anymore. In response, He would remind me of 2 Corinthians 12:9, which says, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” I can testify to this truth that God

has given me everything to make it through with hope and joy. After this next surgery in July, followed by a year of lengthening and rehab, my foot will finally be on the ground forever! I will still have a slight limp, but I will be grateful for the gift of simply walking freely, without a shoe lift. It truly is a miracle from God. God has been faithful to his promises and I thank Him every day for being with me the whole way. I know that He has given me a faith and joy that are not based on circumstances.

Romans 8:28 says that “God works all things together for good to those who love him and are called according to His purpose.” I do not believe that God caused this birth defect but I do believe that He has worked it together for good in my life and I know that He will do the same for anyone in any situation.

My classmates at Geneva have helped me through thick and thin and have accepted me with open arms without judgment. My family, friends, church and Geneva community have been a constant source of encouragement to me. I have heard it said that the Christian life is the “exchanged” life: exchanging our junk for his riches! Rather than focus on the fact that there are things I may never be able to do like skating, skiing, or playing certain sports, I am choosing to let God exchange any self pity for contentment in the other abilities that he has given me.

God has exchanged my fear and anxiety in the midst of painful surgeries for his confidence, security and peace; my hopelessness and questions of when this trial would end for his eternal hope; my sadness and frustration at the process for his unexplainable joy; ultimately, my sinfulness for his righteousness and is patiently walking me through the process of becoming more like Him. I occasionally wonder what the purpose is for all the pain and suffering that we go through and wonder what God expects from us. Micah 6:8 sums this up: “And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” If we do these things, it can forever change the direction of our lives. I heard Mr. Shelton recently pray, “Lord, help us keep the small things small, the big things big, and not to confuse the two.” I pray that God helps us all learn to do that with each challenge. God’s plan is perfect, He can be trusted and He is good all the time.

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You will see him in the NBA in 15 years. He is projected to be 6’4” and 250 lbs. He will definitely be pointguard.” @t_navarro

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Don’t hate the player, hate the game @calebhubbard will_langenbahn Quidditch is my favorite sport at Geneva. Don’t tell Herbort. drunnels2 I prefer being the snitch. I was a little sore when @hunterhmn_34 tackled me but I managed to get out with just some grass burns.

parents, but our baby looked like Obama.

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Geneva Education On a Page

Tycho Brahe had a dwarf who worked for him and a pet moose that got so drunk he fell down the stairs and died..

After all that a Geneva student goes through, these important quotes and facts will forever haunt their brains

BY EMME OWENS Mr. Southwick explains how Rome did not actually fall in 476 AD.

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Every time you watch a movie or read a book you go through the six things that form a worldview.

Mr. Southwick says, “That’s my one mistake for the year” about twice a week.

You have the quadratic formula stuck in your head every time you leave Algebra 2.

Mr. Shelton always says, “This is the brave new world.”

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HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION 1250 BC is the date of the Trojan War. You realize no one carries the fire in “The Road.”

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You have two tardies in every class, including assembly.

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You have used SOH-CAH-TOA on every Geometry test in the last quarter.

You hear “Know your timeline” every time you have a history test.

Boo Radley is basically Jared from Subway.

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Alumnews Geneva’s past graduates update the community with the latest news about their lives and what they are looking forward to in the near future. Lauren Peterson I am enjoying my freshman year at High Point University! I am Vice President Internal of the Campus Activities Team, a College Young Life leader, and a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society. The Lord is good! Lauren SchuhmacherI’m engaged and getting married on June 11 in Brooklyn. My fiancé is Jordan Frankfurt. As planned, I’m graduating in May from King’s College with a degree in Media, Culture & the Arts with a literature minor. Jordan and I will live in New York for the next year at least. Miss the newspaper all the time. Zach Greenlees I am currently a freshman at Colorado Christian University. I am going to be studying Youth Ministry in the fall of my sophomore year. I have recently been placed as a Young Life leader at Bear Creek High School here in Colorado. I am currently coaching a 5th grade boys basketball team. I am really loving CCU and all that Colorado has to offer. Jake Bomgaars I am attending the University of Texas at Austin for a degree in advertising and a certificate in marketing. Back in November, I released a full length album on iTunes called “Escape the Frame”. I am also a full time real estate agent for Housing Scout, but soon I’ll get my MLS license and start selling homes for Re/max. I still visit San Antonio, Boerne, Comfort and Fredericksburg on the weekends to perform music. James Wilks I am a graduate living in Austin, and I am currently working with the YMCA as an after-school counselor. I have been training with Launch Global, which seeks to make disciples of Christ who then make other disciples. In the summer, I plan on going on a short-term trip to India to connect with missions teams. If all goes well, I will be looking to join a team in India long-term. Whitney Young I’m a junior at Pepperdine Univeristy working toward a public relations major, nonprofit management minor and Hispanic studies minor at Pepperdine University. This year, I worked with the Pepperdine volunteer center to organize 16 student-led service spring break trips. I am also leading a spring break trip to Anaheim, CA to work in a large refugee resettlement community. This semester, I did training outside of Pepperdine through a nonprofit called Ventura Center for Dispute Services and got my certificate to be a mediator in small claims court. New Grey Moeller I am a first year at the University of Virginia, where I am studying history and economics. I play trumpet in the Cavalier Marching Band. This year, we played a halftime show at all seven home football games, supported our basketball team, and marched in the 89th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Hope Cordes I am a freshman at Abilene Christian University. My major is pre-architecture and interior design. I competed in Freshman Follies with my hall; we did a “High School Musical”—themed skit. I also competed in the 60th annual Sing Song as a freshman martian, where we placed in vocals, appearance, and originality. Linsey Peterson I am a senior at Hillsdale College, graduating in May with a Latin major and Art History minor (or as Lauren likes to say, “you’re doubly useless”). Not surprisingly for those who know me, I have managed to get roped into seemingly everything possible during my time at Hillsdale. I work at the local food pantry, serve as a student ambassador, play intramural and club volleyball, accidentally gave Caitlin Lowry a bloody lip attempting intramural basketball, helped start a club focused on alumni relations and student philanthropy, attempted to teach Latin to first graders (it was terrible), served as Recording Secretary, Bible Study leader and a Standards Committee Member for my sorority (Kappa Kappa Gamma) as well as the Vice President of Recruitment for the Panhellenic Council, am a member of the Classics honorary, Eta Sigma Phi, and in the time in between I sculpt a bust of Venus (okay, that’s for a class but it’s really fun), hang out with friends and vacillate between loving and hating the snow. I am currently in the middle of graduate school applications, and have been admitted to the Maxwell School at Syracuse University, but am waiting to hear back from one more school. I hope to earn a Masters of Public Administration, with a focus in non-profit management, so that I can work in development fundraising, donor relations, etc.) for a non-profit, possibly a museum. Basically, I have something of a plan in place, but as always, am doing my best to remain flexible to any doors God opens for my future. Katie Hohne I am a full-time Texas A&M student and I have two jobs: 1) in the Texas A&M Athletics Department as a Student Athlete Tutor and 2) for Texas A&M Board of Regents as an On-Call Student Worker. I am currently in the process of applying for an Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Internship with a congressman in Washington D.C. I am a sophomore (class of 2018) at A&M and pursuing a Bachelor of Science in University Studies Agricultural Leadership and Development with a double minor in business and human resources. I currently hold a 4.0 GPA. Danielle Strickland I am still attending Howard Payne University as a sophomore. My major is vocal music education. Last semester, I was in “Godspell” the musical, made the dean’s list, and am the secretary for the vocal music department. Kendel Lipe I am currently writing from my flat in Swansea, Wales, where I am spending this semester studying abroad. I am completing credits for Texas A&M for my senior year in biomedical engineering. I arrived in Europe a little over two months ago, and have already had to opportunity to explore parts of Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, and Italy. It’s amazing to see all of the history and people we learned about finally come to life! I think about y’all all the time, and Geneva will always be a significant part of what makes me, me. As I say every time, never take what you have there for granted Bailey Bomgaars I am a senior at Concordia University Texas in Austin. As a freshman, I was a business/marketing major, then decided to utilize my speaking skills and switched to major in communications with a concentration in production. I am the lead anchor for our school News program (CTXNewsTalk) and have had a weekly radio show for a year. Without the encouragement of Mr. Shelton and my Geneva family, I would not have had the courage to do what I am doing today, so for that I am truly grateful.Clayte Kirchner I’m at Texas A&M and in the Corps of Cadets. Classes have been going well; having a Geneva education has definitely helped me succeed. The first semester in the Corps was the toughest thing I’ve ever had to do, but it was worth it. I got awarded a silver star for my uniform by getting above a 3.5 GPA. Football games were awesome, and the baseball games have been great too. I’m studying supply chain management. Callie Ramsey I am a junior at Washington and Lee University, with a double major in economics and English. I received an investment banking internship offer from Barclays, so I will be spending the summer in New York City. I have also become the Event Chair for “Relay for Life” at Washington and Lee. Ellie Harpole I am a graduating senior at Texas A&M University studying agricultural communications and journalism and I absolutely love it. I have been traveling a lot, and have recently discovered a growing passion for photography. I am currently the Vice President of the Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications Department Peer Advisors Organization. Essentially, I work alongside the academic advisors to help students in the ALEC department with advising issues. I am also a YoungLife leader at Rudder High School in Bryan, Texas. In addition to all of that, I co-host a radio show on Tuesdays and Thursdays. One of my favorite things to do, though, is to come home and watch my brother, Willis, play varsity sports here at Geneva! Jonathan Wacker I’m a sophomore at Gordon College, and last semester I made the choice to become a theater major. I auditioned for and was added to the college improvisation team, The Sweaty-Toothed Madmen. We do shows every three weeks or so, and host open workshops about once a month for anyone to come and learn improv. I returned to school early this semester and spent many hours building and painting the set for this year’s winter musical, a dark farce called “Urinetown”. Recently, I was added to the cast of “Exit 17 Live”, Gordon’s late-night talk/sketch comedy show (think SNL meets Jimmy Fallon). I also got to be the drummer for the house band for Gordon Globes, the student film festival awards night. Davis Metzger I am in the men’s choir here at Gordon College, and involved in student government as the freshmen class representative. Currently, I am helping found Gordon’s formal debate team and spend a few hours each week teaching underprivileged kids how to read. Sam Tippetts I’m a sophomore at Texas Christian University. I am a YoungLife leader and the marketing officer for the TCU Climbing Team. I work at the TCU outdoor center and I’m also an outdoor adventure trip leader. I am the TCU college eno ambassador, which just means I promote enos on campus and through social media. I’m a film, television and digital media major (FTDM) and I take a lot of photos to promote the TCU outdoor center, the climbing team, eno and other events. Alumnews Geneva’s past graduates update the community with the latest news about their lives and what they are looking forward to in the near future. Lauren Peterson I am enjoying my freshman year at High Point University! I am Vice President Internal of the Campus Activities Team, a College Young Life leader, and a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society. The Lord is good! Lauren SchuhmacherI’m engaged and getting married on June 11 in Brooklyn. My fiancé is Jordan Frankfurt. As planned, I’m graduating in May from King’s College with a degree in Media, Culture & the Arts with a literature minor. Jordan and I will live in New York for the next year at least. Miss the newspaper all the time. Zach Greenlees I am currently a freshman at Colorado Christian University. I am going to be studying Youth Ministry in the fall of my sophomore year. I have recently been placed as a Young Life leader at Bear Creek High School here in Colorado. I am currently coaching a 5th grade boys basketball team. I am really loving CCU and all that Colorado has to offer. Jake Bomgaars I am attending the University of Texas at Austin for a degree in advertising and a certificate in marketing. Back in November, I released a full length album on iTunes called “Escape the Frame”. I am also a full time real estate agent for Housing Scout, but soon I’ll get my MLS license and start selling homes for Re/max. I still visit San Antonio, Boerne, Comfort and Fredericksburg on the weekends to perform music. James Wilks I am a graduate living in Austin, and I am currently working with the YMCA as an after-school counselor. I have been training with Launch Global, which seeks to make disciples of Christ who then make other disciples. In the summer, I plan on going on a short-term trip to India to connect with missions teams. If all goes well, I will be looking to join a team in India long-term. Whitney Young I’m a junior at Pepperdine Univeristy working toward a public relations major, nonprofit management minor and Hispanic studies minor at Pepperdine University. This year, I worked with the Pepperdine volunteer center to organize 16 student-led service spring break trips. I am also leading a spring break trip to Anaheim, CA to work in a large refugee resettlement community. This semester, I did training outside of Pepperdine through a nonprofit called Ventura Center for Dispute Services and got my certificate to be a mediator in small claims court. New Grey Moeller I am a first year at the University of Virginia, where I am studying history and economics. I play trumpet in the Cavalier Marching Band. This year, we played a halftime show at all seven home football games, supported our basketball team, and marched in the 89th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Hope Cordes I am a freshman at Abilene Christian University. My major is pre-architecture and interior design. I competed in Freshman Follies with my hall; we did a “High School Musical”—themed skit. I also competed in the 60th annual Sing Song as a freshman martian, where we placed in vocals, appearance, and originality. Linsey Peterson I am a senior at Hillsdale College, graduating in May with a Latin major and Art History minor (or as Lauren likes to say, “you’re doubly useless”). Not surprisingly for those who know me, I have managed to get roped into seemingly everything possible during my time at Hillsdale. I work at the local food pantry, serve as a student ambassador, play intramural and club volleyball, accidentally gave Caitlin Lowry a bloody lip attempting intramural basketball, helped start a club focused on alumni relations and student philanthropy, attempted to teach Latin to first graders (it was terrible), served as Recording Secretary, Bible Study leader and a Standards Committee Member for my sorority (Kappa Kappa Gamma) as well as the Vice President of Recruitment for the Panhellenic Council, am a member of the Classics honorary, Eta Sigma Phi, and in the time in between I sculpt a bust of Venus (okay, that’s for a class but it’s really fun), hang out with friends and vacillate between loving and hating the snow. I am currently in the middle of graduate school applications, and have been admitted to the Maxwell School at Syracuse University, but am waiting to hear back from one more school. I hope to earn a Masters of Public Administration, with a focus in non-profit management, so that I can work in development fundraising, donor relations, etc.) for a non-profit, possibly a museum. Basically, I have something of a plan in place, but as always, am doing my best to remain flexible to any doors God opens for my future. Katie Hohne I am a full-time Texas A&M student and I have two jobs: 1) in the Texas A&M Athletics Department as a Student Athlete Tutor and 2) for Texas A&M Board of Regents as an On-Call Student Worker. I am currently in the process of applying for an Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Internship with a congressman in Washington D.C. I am a sophomore (class of 2018) at A&M and pursuing a Bachelor of Science in University Studies Agricultural Leadership and Development with a double minor in business and human resources. I currently hold a 4.0 GPA. Danielle Strickland I am still attending Howard Payne University as a sophomore. My major is vocal music education. Last semester, I was in “Godspell” the musical, made the dean’s list, and am the secretary for the vocal music department. Kendel Lipe I am currently writing from my flat in Swansea, Wales, where I am spending this semester studying abroad. I am completing credits for Texas A&M for my senior year in biomedical engineering. I arrived in Europe a little over two months ago, and have already had to opportunity to explore parts of Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, and Italy. It’s amazing to see all of the history and people we learned about finally come to life! I think about y’all all the time, and Geneva will always be a significant part of what makes me, me. As I say every time, never take what you have there for granted Bailey Bomgaars I am a senior at Concordia University Texas in Austin. As a freshman, I was a business/ marketing major, then decided to utilize my speaking skills and switched to major in communications with a concentration in production. I am the lead anchor for our school News program (CTXNewsTalk) and have had a weekly radio show for a year. Without the encouragement of Mr. Shelton and my Geneva family, I would not have had the courage to do what I am doing today, so for that I am truly grateful.Clayte Kirchner I’m at Texas A&M and in the Corps of Cadets. Classes have been going well; having a Geneva education has definitely helped me succeed. The first semester in the Corps was the toughest thing I’ve ever had to do, but it was worth it. I got awarded a silver star for my uniform by getting above a 3.5 GPA. Football games were awesome, and the baseball games have been great too. I’m studying supply chain management. Callie Ramsey I am a junior at Washington and Lee University, with a double major in economics and English. I received an investment banking internship offer from Barclays, so I will be spending the summer in New York City. I have also become the Event Chair for “Relay for Life” at Washington and Lee. Ellie Harpole I am a graduating senior at Texas A&M University studying agricultural communications and journalism and I absolutely love it. I have been traveling a lot, and have recently discovered a growing passion for photography. I am currently the Vice President of the Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications Department Peer Advisors Organization. Essentially, I work alongside the academic advisors to help students in the ALEC department with advising issues. I am also a YoungLife leader at Rudder High School in Bryan, Texas. In addition to all of that, I co-host a radio show on Tuesdays and Thursdays. One of my favorite things to do, though, is to come home and watch my brother, Willis, play varsity sports here at Geneva! Jonathan Wacker I’m a sophomore at Gordon College, and last semester I made the choice to become a theater major. I auditioned for and was added to the college improvisation team, The Sweaty-Toothed Madmen. We do shows every three weeks or so, and host open workshops about once a month for anyone to come and learn improv. I returned to school early this semester and spent many hours building and painting the set for this year’s winter musical, a dark farce called “Urinetown”. Recently, I was added to the cast of “Exit 17 Live”, Gordon’s late-night talk/sketch comedy show (think SNL meets Jimmy Fallon). I also got to be the drummer for the house band for Gordon Globes, the student film festival awards night. Davis Metzger I am in the men’s choir here at Gordon College, and involved in student government as the freshmen class representative. Currently, I am helping found Gordon’s formal debate team and spend a few hours each week teaching underprivileged kids how to read. Sam Tippetts I’m a sophomore at Texas Christian University. I am a YoungLife leader and the marketing officer for the TCU Climbing Team. I work at the TCU outdoor center and I’m also an outdoor adventure trip leader. I am the TCU college eno ambassador, which just means I promote enos on campus and through social media. I’m a film, television and digital media major (FTDM) and I take a lot of photos to promote the TCU outdoor center, the climbing team, eno and other events.Alumnews Geneva’s past graduates update the community with the latest news about their lives and what they are looking forward to in the near future.

Lauren Peterson I am enjoying my freshman year at High Point University! I am Vice President Internal of the Campus Activities Team, a College Young Life leader, and a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society. The Lord is good! Lauren SchuhmacherI’m engaged and getting married on June 11 in Brooklyn. My fiancé is Jordan Frankfurt. As planned, I’m graduating in May from King’s College with a degree in Media, Culture & the Arts with a literature minor. Jordan and I will live in New York for the next year at least. Miss the newspaper all the time. Zach Greenlees I am currently a freshman at Colorado Christian University. I am going to be studying Youth Ministry in the fall of my sophomore year. I have recently been placed as a Young Life leader at Bear Creek High School here in Colorado. I am currently coaching a 5th grade boys basketball team. I am really loving CCU and all that Colorado has to offer. Jake Bomgaars I am attending the University of Texas at Austin for a degree in advertising and a certificate in marketing. Back in November, I released a full length album on iTunes called “Escape the Frame”. I am also a full time real estate agent for Housing Scout, but soon I’ll get my MLS license and start selling homes for Re/max. I still visit San Antonio, Boerne, Comfort and Fredericksburg on the weekends to perform music. James Wilks I am a graduate living in Austin, and I am currently working with the YMCA as an after-school counselor. I have been training with Launch Global, which seeks to make disciples of Christ who then make other disciples. In the summer, I plan on going on a short-term trip to India to connect with missions teams. If all goes well, I will be looking to join a team in India long-term. Whitney Young I’m a junior at Pepperdine Univeristy working toward a public relations major, nonprofit management minor and Hispanic studies minor at Pepperdine University. This year, I worked with the Pepperdine volunteer center to organize 16 student-led service spring break trips. I am also leading a spring break trip to Anaheim, CA to work in a large refugee resettlement community. This semester, I did training outside of Pepperdine through a nonprofit called Ventura Center for Dispute Services and got my certificate to be a mediator in small claims court. New Grey Moeller I am a first year at the University of Virginia, where I am studying history and economics. I play trumpet in the Cavalier Marching Band. This year, we played a halftime show at all seven home football games, supported our basketball team, and marched in the 89th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Hope Cordes I am a freshman at Abilene Christian University. My major is prearchitecture and interior design. I competed in Freshman Follies with my hall; we did a “High School Musical”—themed skit. I also competed in the 60th annual Sing Song as a freshman martian, where we placed in vocals, appearance, and originality. Linsey Peterson I am a senior at Hillsdale College, graduating in May with a Latin major and Art History minor (or as Lauren likes to say, “you’re doubly useless”). Not surprisingly for those who know me, I have managed to get roped into seemingly everything possible during my time at Hillsdale. I work at the local food pantry, serve as a student ambassador, play intramural and club volleyball, accidentally gave Caitlin Lowry a bloody lip attempting intramural basketball, helped start a club focused on alumni relations and student philanthropy, attempted to teach Latin to first graders (it was terrible), served as Recording Secretary, Bible Study leader and a Standards Committee Member for my sorority (Kappa Kappa Gamma) as well as the Vice President of Recruitment for the Panhellenic Council, am a member of the Classics honorary, Eta Sigma Phi, and in the time in between I sculpt a bust of Venus (okay, that’s for a class but it’s really fun), hang out with friends and vacillate between loving and hating the snow. I am currently in the middle of graduate school applications, and have been admitted to the Maxwell School at Syracuse University, but am waiting to hear back from one more school. I hope to earn a Masters of Public Administration, with a focus in non-profit management, so that I can work in development fundraising, donor relations, etc.) for a non-profit, possibly a museum. Basically, I have something of a plan in place, but as always, am doing my best to remain flexible to any doors God opens for my future. Katie Hohne I am a full-time Texas A&M student and I have two jobs: 1) in the Texas A&M Athletics Department as a Student Athlete Tutor and 2) for Texas A&M Board of Regents as an On-Call Student Worker. I am currently in the process of applying for an Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Internship with a congressman in Washington D.C. I am a sophomore (class of 2018) at A&M and pursuing a Bachelor of Science in University Studies Agricultural Leadership and Development with a double minor in business and human resources. I currently hold a 4.0 GPA. Danielle Strickland I am still attending Howard Payne University as a sophomore. My major is vocal music education. Last semester, I was in “Godspell” the musical, made the dean’s list, and am the secretary for the vocal music department. Kendel Lipe I am currently writing from my flat in Swansea, Wales, where I am spending this semester studying abroad. I am completing credits for Texas A&M for my senior year in biomedical engineering. I arrived in Europe a little over two months ago, and have already had to opportunity to explore parts of Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, and Italy. It’s amazing to see all of the history and people we learned about finally come to life! I think about y’all all the time, and Geneva will always be a significant part of what makes me, me. As I say every time, never take what you have there for granted Bailey Bomgaars I am a senior at Concordia University Texas in Austin. As a freshman, I was a business/marketing major, then decided to utilize my speaking skills

ALUMNEWS

A Geneva’s graduates update the community with the latest news about their lives and what they are looking forward to in the near future.

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Lauren Peterson ‘15 I am enjoying my freshman year at High Point University. I am Vice President Internal of the Campus Activities Team, a College Young Life leader and a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society. The Lord is good!

Zach Greenlees ‘15 I am currently a freshman at Colorado Christian University. I am going to be studying Youth Ministry in the fall of my sophomore year. I have recently been placed as a Young Life leader at Bear Creek High School here in Colorado. I am currently coaching a 5th grade boys basketball team and am really loving CCU and all that Colorado has to offer.

Gray Moeller ‘15 I am a first year at the University of Virginia, where I am studying history and economics.

I play trumpet in the Cavalier Marching Band.

This year, we played a halftime show at all seven home football games, supported our basketball team and marched in the 89th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Hope Cordes ‘15 I am a freshman at Abilene Christian University. My major is pre-architecture and interior design. I competed in Freshman Follies with my hall; we did a “High School Musical”—themed skit.

I also competed in the 60th annual Sing Song as a freshman Martian, where we placed in vocals, appearance and originality.

Davis Metzger ‘15 Clayte Kirchner ‘15 I’m at Texas A&M and in the Corps of Cadets.

Classes have been going well; having a Geneva education has definitely helped me succeed. The first semester in the Corps was the toughest thing I’ve ever had to do, but it was worth it. I got awarded a silver star on my uniform by getting above a 3.5 GPA. Football games were awesome, and the baseball games have been great too. I’m studying supply chain management.

I am in the men’s choir here at Gordon College and involved in student government as the freshmen class representative. Currently, I am helping found Gordon’s formal debate team and spend a few hours each week teaching underprivileged kids how to read.

Jonathan Wacker ‘14 (pictured in middle)

I’m a sophomore at Gordon College, and last semester I made the choice to become a theater major. I auditioned for and was added to the college improvisation team, The Sweaty-Toothed Madmen. We do shows every three weeks or so, and host open workshops about once a month for anyone to come and learn improv. I returned to school early this semester and spent many hours building and painting the set for this year’s winter musical, a dark farce called “Urinetown”. Recently, I was added to the cast of “Exit 17 Live”, Gordon’s late-night talk/sketch comedy show (think SNL meets Jimmy Fallon). I also got to be the drummer for the house band for Gordon Globes, the student film festival awards night.

Danielle Strickland ‘14 I am still attending Howard Payne University as a sophomore. My major is vocal music education. Last semester, I was in “Godspell” the musical, made the dean’s list and am the secretary for the vocal music department.

Callie Ramsey ‘13 (pictured on right)

Sam Tippetts ‘14 I’m a sophomore at Texas Christian University. I am a YoungLife leader Jake Bomgaars ‘14 and the marketing officer for the TCU Climbing I am attending the Team. I work at the University of Texas TCU outdoor center at Austin for a degree and I’m also an outdoor in advertising and a adventure trip leader. I certificate in marketing. am the TCU college Back in November, I ENO ambassador, which released a full length just means I promote album on iTunes called “Escape the Frame.” I am ENOs on campus and also a full-time real estate through social media. agent for Housing Scout, I’m a film, television but soon I’ll get my MLS and digital media major (FTDM) and I take a lot license and start selling of photos to promote the homes for Re/Max. I TCU outdoor center, the still visit San Antonio, climbing team, ENO and Boerne, Comfort and other events.

Fredericksburg on the weekends to perform music.

I am a junior at Washington and Lee University, with a double major in economics Katie Hohne ‘14 and English. I received an investment banking I am a sophomore internship offer from at A&M, pursuing a Bachelor of Science Barclays, so I will be in University Studies spending the summer in Agricultural Leadership New York City. I have Development with a also become the Event double minor in business Chair for “Relay for Life” and human resources. I currently hold a 4.0 GPA. at Washington and Lee. I also have two jobs: 1) in the Texas A&M Athletics Department as a Student Athlete Tutor and 2) for Texas A&M Board of Regents as an On-Call Student Worker. I just received an Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Internship with a congressman in Washington D.C.

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Christian Lipe ‘13 I am a junior construction science major at Texas A&M University; however, I am currently working on an internship at Forney Construction in Houston. Because of this, I’m living in Cypress with my aunt and uncle this semester, and driving back into College Station every weekend to keep up with friends and with my Church. I’ll be permanently back in College Station and pick up with classes this summer with the intention of graduating in the fall of 2017.

Beyond the classroom, I have been a member of a Christian fraternity called Brothers Under Christ since my freshman year. It is focused on building each other up to be active men of God in the community. I am also a member of Grace Bible Church where I get to help out with the kiddos and help greet people on Sundays.

Beyond graduation, I have no idea what I’ll be doing, but as of now there is a good chance that it will relate to construction, ministry, or both.

Marcial Brock ‘13

Whitney Young ‘13 I’m a junior at Pepperdine Univeristy working toward a public relations major, nonprofit management minor and Hispanic studies minor. This year, I worked with the Pepperdine volunteer center to organize 16 student-led service spring break trips. I am also leading a spring break trip to Anaheim, CA to work in a large refugee resettlement community. This semester, I did training outside of Pepperdine through a nonprofit called Ventura Center for Dispute Services and got my certificate to be a mediator in small claims court.

I am a junior finance major at Texas A&M, pursuing a minor in economics. Last year, I was CFO for BUILD, a program that builds mobile medical units and sends them to a number of countries in need. I served as social chair for my fraternity Kappa Alpha and also served on A&M’s Interfraternity Council. Currently, I am in Venice, Italy on a semester exchange study abroad at Ca’ Foscari University. I am enjoying immersing myself in Italian culture and have joined the university rowing team in Venice (maybe we’ll compete against UVA, Moeller).

The Lord has been very faithful and it has been fulfilling seeing his plan manifested in a new environment in Europe.

I will intern again this summer in Houston and return to A&M in the fall for my senior year.

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Ellie Harpole ‘13 I am a graduating senior at Texas A&M University studying agricultural communications and journalism and I absolutely love it. I have been traveling a lot, and have recently discovered a growing passion for photography.

I am currently the Vice President of the Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications Department Peer Advisors Organization.

Essentially, I work alongside the academic advisors to help students in the ALEC department with advising issues. I am also a Young Life leader at Rudder High School in Bryan, Texas. In addition to all of that, I co-host a radio show on Tuesdays and Thursdays. One of my favorite things to do, though, is to come home and watch my brother, Willis, play varsity sports here at Geneva!

Bailey Bomgaars ‘12

Linsey Peterson ‘12 I am a senior at Hillsdale College, graduating in May with a Latin major and Art History minor (or as my sister, Lauren, likes to say, “you’re doubly useless”). Not surprisingly for those who know me, I have managed to get roped into seemingly everything possible during my time at Hillsdale. I work at the local food pantry, serve as a student ambassador, play intramural and club volleyball, accidentally gave Caitlin Lowry a bloody lip attempting intramural basketball, helped start a club focused on alumni relations and student philanthropy, attempted to teach Latin to first graders (it was terrible), served as Recording Secretary, Bible Study leader and a Standards Committee Member for my sorority (Kappa Kappa Gamma) as well as the Vice President of Recruitment for the Panhellenic Council, am a member of the Classics honorary, Eta Sigma Phi, and in the time in between I sculpt a bust of Venus (okay, that’s for a class but it’s really fun), hang out with friends and vacillate between loving and hating the snow.

I am currently in the middle of graduate school applications, and have been admitted to the Maxwell School at Syracuse University, but am waiting to hear back from one more school. I hope to earn a Masters of Public Administration, with a focus in non-profit management, so that I can work in development fundraising, donor relations, etc. for a non-profit, possibly a museum. Basically, I have something of a plan in place, but as always, am doing my best to remain flexible to any doors God opens for my future.

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I am a senior at Concordia University Texas in Austin. As a freshman, I was a business/marketing major, then decided to utilize my speaking skills and switched to major in communications with a concentration in production. I am the lead anchor for our school News program (CTXNewsTalk) and have had a weekly radio show for a year. Without the encouragement of Mr. Shelton and my Geneva family, I would not have had the courage to do what I am doing today, so for that I am truly grateful.

Meredith Drukker ‘11 I’m living in San Francisco going to James Wilks ‘11 University of San Francisco Law. I’ll be I am a graduate living working at Watts and in Austin, and I am Guerra this summer back currently working with in San Antonio and am the YMCA as an afterschool counselor. I have wanting to focus on Civil been training with Launch Litigations and practice back in Texas.

Global, which seeks to make disciples of Christ who then make other disciples. In the summer, I plan on going on a short-term trip to India to connect with missions teams. If all goes well, I will be looking to join a team in India long-term.

Lauren Schuhmacher ‘12 I’m engaged and getting married on June 11 in Brooklyn. My fiancé is Jordan Frankfurt. As planned, I’m graduating in May from King’s College with a degree in Media, Culture and the Arts with a literature minor. Jordan and I will live in New York for the next year at least. I miss the newspaper at Geneva all the time.

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Kendel Lipe ‘11 I am currently writing from my flat in Swansea, Wales, where I am spending this semester studying abroad. I am completing credits for Texas A&M for my senior year in biomedical engineering. I arrived in Europe a little over two months ago, and have already had the opportunity to explore parts of Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales and Italy. It’s amazing to see all of the history and people we learned about finally come to life. I think about y’all all the time, and Geneva will always be a significant part of what makes me, me. As I say every time, never take what you have there for granted.

Out of the Box

Silence

Mr. Rob Shelton takes on the challenge of not talking for 24 hours pg. 62

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SPIRIT WEEK AWARDS Quarterly staffer Noah Benson captured moments during our annual spirit week. These costumes inparticular deserved their own special awards.

MOST LIKELY DUO TO COMMIT CANNIBALISM

MOST TYPICAL BEST SLACKER

MOST LIKELY TO EAT YOUR LUNCH

VENDING SPENDING The vending machine is the hottest new addition to campus. The Quarterly staff gathered stats on this popular machine to document its progress so far.

Data collected by the sprout healthy vending company shows that the top 6 grossing Items sold this spring are as follows:

1. Sparkling ICE water - 178 sold, $222.25 2. Propel Zero - 82 sold, $102.50 3. Ozarka Water - 77 sold, $96.75 4. Pirates Booty - 67, $99.50 5. Izze Sparkling Juice - 60 sold, $75.00 6. Snyders Mini Pretzels - 62 sold, 62.75 The vending machine has had a total of $1,675.06 in net sales thus far. So gather those quarters and keep snacking!

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SARA BETH STOLLE

DOODLES AND DATES SHELBY MILLER

Geneva students show some of their hidden talents by drawing in their planners. Showcased below are just a few of Geneva’s best.

SKYLAR TIPPETS

WHAT DO U MEME ?

Geneva Quarterly staff sisters, Sara Beth and Summer Stolle found some notable moments from the 2015-2016 winter sports season. Below girl’s soccer player, Sydney Shults, swim team member Ben Ross, and basketball coach, Nick Champion are featured.

pre dab when jb says to love yourself the third tardy

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Vacation Destination

MONTANA

BY EMME OWENS

“Montana is one of the most beautiful places on earth. I love the sights, the hiking and fishing, and basically everything about it.”

– senior Teigen Ahrens on Montana “ The scenery and views are amazing.”

– freshman Reagan Mowery on the mountains

As school grows more tiring every day of the third quarter, students are ecstatic for spring break to arrive. They can’t wait to relax and just hang out, or take this time to go on a family vacation. There are two types of vacationers: beach bums and mountain lovers. While I do like the beach, I am personally a mountain lover. The clear blue skies, snowy mountaintops and the light crisp breezes that announce the coming spring complete my love for the winter season. Traveling north allows you to enjoy many aspects of God’s creation. Up north in the spring, it is just cold enough to ski and just warm enough to get sunburned. Many people ski shirtless or even in bikinis. This way they can tan without having to go to the beach. Every year for spring break, my

family goes skiing; it is our family trip for the year.

Many don’t enjoy skiing over spring break because that is when everyone goes.

The slopes are covered with people, the lines circle around the ski lifts and take hours to get to the front.

My mom was one of those people, until we went to McCall, Idaho. Surprisingly, there were no lines and no crowds. You can come and go as you please and the prices are not ridiculously high. We wake up, spend a whole day on the slopes and return to the condo exhausted from a long day of skiing. If you do not ski you can stay in the warm lodge and watch or enjoy the hot springs, hiking and snowmobiling. It is a great break from school and a great family vacation. Skiing in the mountains is definitely the way to spend spring break.

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“I love hunting, fishing, and hiking and the mountains are just incredible.”

– sophomore Will Langenbahn on Colorado “The cool temperatures are so nice compared to the Texas heat.”

– junior Skylar Tippetts on Colorado

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Two staffers debate the optimal location for a school break.

FLORIDA

BY AISLING AYERS

“The sand is so white and soft!”

– junior Kaila Daniels on Florida “I love Florida! The beaches are beautiful and Disney World is lots of fun.”

– sophomore Lauren Jarvis on Florida

School has just been let out for spring break and you, along with some of your friends, cannot wait for a much-needed break from the stress and schedule of school. The warm sun has surfaced several days these past few weeks, cheering up the weary students with their sights set on the upcoming vacation from school, and even summer vacation. However the air is often still chilly, and dreary rain and mist are certainly not uncommon in the weeks leading up to spring break. This year, you and your family have decided to visit the beaches of California. As other students groan and complain about the dreary weather on the

last day before school gets out for spring break, your spirits lift remembering the warm sand and sun you have to look forward to in the week to come. Hearing your friends talk about skiing and snowboarding in Colorado or New Mexico just gives you the chills and makes it seem as if summer is further away than ever. Although snow is great and some people’s favorite thing, being cold and wet every time you want to do something outside just does not sound appealing. You cannot wait to enjoy the mild, sixtydegree weather and spend your days eating ice-cream and exploring the parks, zoos, and beautiful beaches that southern California has to offer.

beach

“The amusement parks on the pier are a blast.”

– freshman Vivian Biles on Galveston, Texas

“It’s a great place to have fun with friends and family…But there’s always that annoying person that keeps feeding the seagulls.”

– junior Jake Strange on Port Aransas, Texas

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The Talon A Publication of the School of Rhetoric The Geneva School of Boerne

24 Hours without....

Geneva Quarterly Special Journal Edition

PHOTOGRAPH BY

NOAH BENSON 24 Hours of Not Talking? And Keep a Journal?

You Call That a Challenge?

[If they really wanted to challenge me, they’d tell me not to read any C.S. Lewis for 24 hours…but no talking? No problem.]

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5:30 a.m.

I awaken without (audibly) grumbling at the alarm.

6:00 a.m.

The dog wonders why I don’t discuss the morning news with him like I normally do.

7:00 a.m.

My daughters seem unusually happy about me not talking to them.

7:40 a.m.

I lead staff devotion at school using smoke signals (ends poorly when my blanket catches on fire).

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8:15 a.m.

9:00 a.m.

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I hear positive feedback on the devo. Apparently, they thought my illustration of hell was quite convincing.

I get out of a parent meeting because I can’t talk (must remember this ploy).

I try the “can’t talk” ploy again to get out of another parent meeting.

10:00 a.m.

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The ploy doesn’t work this time; they say they will do all the talking (and they do).

10:40 a.m.

I look up “concerns” to see what it means; the parents had lots of them.

11:00 a.m.

I try to teach a worldview analysis class using only facial expressions.

11:45 a.m.

I receive an email from a “concerned” parent of a worldview student regarding the “dirty looks” I was giving her student.

11:50 a.m.

I reply to the parent that my “dirty look” was meant to convey epistemological nihilism.

11:55 a.m.

I stand in front of the mirror and work on my “nihilism” expression.

1:00 p.m.

I realize that if you eat enough, there is no need to talk during lunch since your mouth can always be full.

1:30 p.m.

I answer a phone call from a parent and attempt to tap Morse code into the receiver.

1:45 p.m.

I realize that my Morse code is a bit rusty after receiving an email from the same parent concerned about my obscene language (who knew dashes and dots could be so offensive?).

2:00 p.m.

I sit through a staff meeting without saying a word.

3:00 p.m.

Mr. Ryden sends an email to the staff thanking us for the best, most productive staff meeting we have ever had.

3:35 p.m.

Stand on the boardwalk and silently wave goodbye to the students while Mr. Graham voices my well wishes.

3:45 p.m.

I realize that Mr. Graham isn’t good at well-wishing.

6:00 p.m.

I attend a Rhetoric School sporting event and join the coolly aloof students in not cheering.

7:00 p.m.

My non-cheering so unnerves the other not-cheering students that they become distracted from their cell phones.

7:15 p.m.

Distraction from their cell phones leads some students to attend to their surroundings and they are dumbfounded by human interaction.

7:30 p.m.

They ask me what this new experience means, but since I cannot talk, I am only able to improvise hand signals, which they confuse for a directive to take up their cell phones again.

8:30 p.m.

I arrive home, where my wife accuses me of giving her the silent treatment, which of course, I am, but not intentionally.

9:30 p.m.

I have a stare-off with the dog who is still upset by this morning and what he believes was a wanton dismissal of his views.

10:00 p.m.

I almost slip up and speak during bedtime prayers with my daughters… they now think I no longer love Jesus.

5:30 a.m.

I don’t remember falling asleep last night but my wife tells me that apparently I talked in my sleep… I guess I must start over again.

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There seems to be endless series to watch on Netflix, so much so that it can get incredibly difficult to choose what to watch.

Here's a few shows I would easily recommend for good watching.

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Any time I get an opportunity to recommend “Breaking Bad,” I will. Rarely has anything I’ve ever seen, heard, or read been more riveting, intense and emotionally draining as “Breaking Bad,” or had more well-developed characters with more interesting arcs.

Every season is twice as good as the one before. When I first watched it one summer, I averaged a season every two days. It is rated TV-MA, so there’s my necessary warning. And when you’ve finished all 62 episodes, its surprisingly great spin-off/prequel show “Better Call Saul” is also on Netflix

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st “Lost” is a crazy show. It starts as a story of a group of survivors from a plane crash on a mysterious island, and turns into so much more through its six seasons and more than 120 episodes. A lot of people think it gets way too insane for its own good in the later seasons, but those were my favorites. And even if it gets crazy, that just makes it more entertaining.

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Freaks

This, unbelievably, only lasted for one 18-episode season. But those 18 episodes create some of the most honest, hilarious, emotional depictions of high school.

It’s basically on par with The Breakfast Club for me.

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This modern interpretation of “Sherlock Holmes” starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman is incredibly addictive and completely entertaining. There are only nine episodes on Netflix, (it gets so much better in episode three), but all of them are the length of a movie.

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I don’t really know anyone who hasn’t seen “The Office,” which is probably the funniest show I’ve ever seen and is incredibly heartfelt, but if you haven’t watched it, you must.

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“Mad Men” is incredibly slow and all about dialogue and characters and such, but if that’s your jam then you’ll love it.

Mad Men

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-Nathan Young

-Zach Scott

“cold”-Dyllon Gentry

“nothing, I’m color blind”

-Elizabeth Beauchamp

“chocolate”

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“LSU” -Sean Hollinshead

“panther”

“shelton” -Jake Strange

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“blue”

-Mr. Paul Johnson

“summer”

-Erin Kasprowicz

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“women”-Jeff Rosinbaum

“nightmare”

-Mary Liz Winston

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“tamales”

-Mr. Rob Shelton

“pan”-Nathan Zuniga

“winter”-Noah Benson

“eagle”

“it off ”-Mr. Steve Tye

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For this word association game, a staffer selected a handful of students and teachers on campus to participate. Each was asked to respond immediately to any given word with the first phrase, song lyric or word that came to mind. Here are their unfiltered, random and comical responses.

BY SKYLAR TIPPETTS

PHOTOGRAPHS BY IAN COMUZZIE

-Mr. Luis Arizpe, Logic and Rhetoric guitar teacher with his second grader, Shaia

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GENEVA’S TEACHER KIDS

“We bought a book to start practicing guitar with, but we actually do a lot of singing instead... I mean, a lot.”

“Congrats! You were actually able to keep his attention for more than five minutes. And Jonah’s, too.”

-Mrs. Hillary Short, senior thesis teacher, with her husband Dr. Howard Short, AP Calculus and Statistics teacher, with their two-year-old son, Jonah

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