LITTLE ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
ANNUAL REVIEW
Walk Worthy 2012-2013
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Dr Arnold - Head of School
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Alumni who Walk Worthy
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Board of Trust
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Campus Enhancements
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Trustees who Walk Worthy
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Athletic Accomplishments
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Blue Ribbon
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Athlete who Walks Worthy
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Academic Statistics
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Fine Arts Review
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2013 Graduates
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Teacher who Walks Worthy
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Graduate Honors
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Little Rock Christian Academy's Volunteers
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Memory Speaker’s Unusual Finale
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Financial Data
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Walnut Valley Original Retires
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2012-2013 Donor List
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FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
HOS who
Walks Worthy
Gary B. Arnold
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he past year will be remembered as the year of walking worthy. As we took our first steps into the year, little did we know how big and encompassing those two words would be. Walk worthy. Walk worthy as individuals. Walk worthy as an institution. Now, twelve months later, we look back and marvel at the distance the Lord has brought us, walking with us, side by side. Our walk was worthy, and remains so, for one reason – because He is worthy! Everything we have been able to do is because He allowed us to do it. • The honor of the U.S. Department of Education National Blue Ribbon recognition we received last fall
Dr. Arnold pictured with his Walk Worthy shoes.
• The grouping of grades five and six to create a new middle school structure aligned with the alliance of grades seven and eight to create a new junior high structure • The mouth-dropping expansion of our athletic training facilities • The construction of Warrior Hall elevating our platform and enriching our ability to worship, gather, learn, create, and perform to the glory of God • The advancement of the Class of 2013 to over sixty universities, blessed with over $12,000,000 in scholarship awards • The daily encounter with the truth of Jesus Christ in every grade and every subject area. The call to walk worthy never ceases. As we pledge to PRESS ON into 2013-14, we will hold our three fingers high forming the sign of the “W” and tap our heart twice, reminding each other to … walk worthy!
Gary B. Arnold, Ed. D. Head of School / President
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Board of Trust
Front row: Mark Leverett, Warren Tayes, Carla Emanuel, Cara Wade, William Clark, Stuart Miller, Steve Wade Back row: Gary Cooper, Bill Scholl, Drew Harper, Gary Arnold, Mike Rainwater, Harry Li, David Gatewood; Not pictured: Tad Fiser, Ken Shew
Dear Warriors: Your Board of Trust remains steadfast in advancing and protecting the four institutional core values of Truth, Excellence, Love, and Partnership, all resting on the firm foundation of Jesus Christ. As you examine the Annual Review, I am confident you will agree that Little Rock Christian has experienced phenomenal success through the accomplishments of its students and faculty. Our school’s overall K-12 designation by the U.S. Department of Education as an “Exemplary High Performing” Blue Ribbon School (1 of 50 private schools in the country) is the abundant favor of God on LRCA. The Blue Ribbon was the precursor to many visible signs of growth around the campus. The completion of Warrior Hall, increased classroom space and overall upgrades to the grounds make one proud to be a Warrior. In addition to the many visible signs of growth, I can testify that the quality of our teachers is better than ever. Their commitment to the students shines in multiple stories of academic and spiritual growth. It is the Board’s hope that you will partner with us as stakeholders in our children’s school. In Christ, Stuart Miller Chairman, Board of Trust
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Trustees who
Cara Wade
Walk Worthy
On the board of trust, Cara has used her professional expertise to guide a group that is working on the school’s strategic communications plan. She also serves on the committee on trust. These important functions both promote the distinctions of LRCA today while helping to prepare it for the future.
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his year Cara will celebrate her 20th anniversary as Director of Communications for Baptist Health. Cara has served on the Little Rock Christian board since 2011. She is married to Guy and has three sons who have attended LRCA since Kindergarten. Her oldest graduated with the class of 2013. Cara’s passion for Little Rock Christian comes from her experience as a parent throughout the year. She says, “It is truly an amazing school. It’s about Christian love and educational excellence. I can’t imagine a better place.”
Outside of school, Cara and Guy teach a young married Sunday School class at Immanuel Baptist Church. They have had the privilege to be a part of that for almost 20 years. Because she cares about preserving history for future generations, Cara serves as the President of the board for the Old State House Museum, an Arkansas treasure that is the oldest standing state capitol building west of the Mississippi River. She has also served the board of the American Red Cross to promote blood donation and disaster relief and is called upon to help the national office on special projects. Cara takes Little Rock Christian’s 2012-13 theme of “Walk Worthy” to heart, in attitude and action. She says she is inspired by her sons to walk worthy because “if we aren’t living out what our students are being taught then we’re missing it.”
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ark Leverett’s enthusiasm for Little Rock Christian is rooted in the school’s passion for Christ and children. Its blend of academic excellence with a Christ-centered worldview is unique. The learning environment is a vital consideration for Mark and his wife, Kim, because of the amount of time their children will spend at school. He says, “We have found that LRCA gives our children the best opportunity to excel in higher education and to engage the culture spiritually.” Mark has served on the Little Rock Christian board of trust since 2009, particularly devoting his time to the culture and strategic communications work groups. He is currently chairing a committee that is focusing on kingdom diversity and building bridges between gender differences, racial differences, ability differences, cultural differences and socio-economic differences in the school. A District Judge in Little Rock during the day, Mark also gives back to his community in a number of volunteer roles. He has been a foundation board member of Keith Jackson’s PARK Ministries for over five years, and he is the chair of Children of Arkansas Loved for a Lifetime (The CALL). Being adopted
himself by a Christian family, he is keenly aware of the need to equip Christian families for the essential work of fostering and adopting orphans in Pulaski County. St. Mark Baptist Church is the Leverett family’s worship home. Mark serves there as a deacon, men’s Sunday School instructor, and an instructor in the Roddy E. Collins School of Ministry. ANNUAL REVIEW
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EXEMPLARY HIGH PERFORMING
U.S. Department
OF EDUCATION
Pictured left is a group of students and administrators (K-12) on the steps of the Arkansas Capital. Pictured right is Mrs. Biggs, Mr. Neff, Dr. Arnold and Mrs. Chami accepting the Blue Ribbon Award.
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n September 7, 2012 U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan announced the recipients of the U.S. Department of Education’s 2012 Blue Ribbon Schools award. Little Rock Christian Academy was on that list of 314 schools from across the nation (one of three from Arkansas) to receive the esteemed blue ribbon. The blue ribbon designation that LRCA received was “EXEMPLARY HIGH-PERFORMING.” The U.S. Department of Education bestowed this highest honor upon our school as a K-12 unit school. Therefore, under one umbrella of Little Rock Christian Academy, our elementary school, middle school, and high school are so recognized.
director, before accepting LRCA’s hard-earned NBRS plaque and flag. Secretary Duncan addressed participants at the awards luncheon, praising the school representatives for the “amazing difference” they are making in students’ lives. “You are truly going to lead us where we need to go,” he said. The diligent work, perseverance, commitment, and high standards of our professionals have earned our school this high honor. Test scores, school culture, best practices in the classroom, and breadth and depth of program combined for us to receive this respected award.
The diligent work, perseverance, commitment, and high standards of our professionals have earned our school this high honor.
Dr. Arnold, Mr. Neff, Mrs. Chami and Mrs. Biggs joined the leaders of all of the Blue Ribbon School winners in Washington, DC November 12 and 13 for the 30th annual U.S. Department of Education recognition ceremony for National Blue Ribbon Schools. Participants deliberated on “what’s working” in their schools, conferred with U.S. Department of Education officials, enjoyed a networking reception, and received their awards in the company of their peers. Mrs. Chami and the other representatives danced across the stage, at the encouragement of Ms. Aba Kumi, program 6
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Vision, mission, strategic plan, professionalism, student engagement, lifelong learning and a devotion to truth in Jesus Christ all contributed to the award. But, ultimately, classroom dynamics and student achievement sealed the deal for us – teachers and students learning together.
The Council of American Private Education tells us that blue ribbon awards for K-12 unit schools are rare. What a testimony to the vision and mission of our school and the daily focus of our teachers and students. Simply put, we claim a double mandate: we must do Jesus well; we must do education well. Special thanks to our educational leaders, our faculty, and our students for their achievements that brought this to pass.
ACADEMIC STATISTICS
#1
LARGEST PRIVATE SCHOOL
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100% 26
AVERAGE ACT SCORE
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COLLEGE
ACCEPTANCES RATE
$12 million 31 IN SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO THE CLASS OF 2012
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AP STUDENTS
NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARS
over six years
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2013 GRADUATES
Tiffany Akridge Kyle Baer Caitlin Bennett David Berryhill Jay Binz Claire Bishop Bailey Blackmon Ariel Blackwood Catherine Bostwick Landon Boyles Caleb Branscum Paige Braune Jennifer Bray Sam Brineman Sydney Caroom Libby Carrico Colin Carrone Christian Casto Peyton Cate Davis Chambers Susanna Chance Kimber Changose Trent Childress Olivia Cleveland Dylan Coney McKenzie Cooper Blair Courtney Haven Crabtree Olivia Crabtree 8
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Shelby Davis Austin DeWitt Alexandra Doucet Marissa Drees Will Duncan, Jr. Drew Dunkum Chris Elkins Timothy Elliff Preston Evans Randi Ferguson Ashley Fleming Sara Frankowski Blaise Galloway Barrett Gay Jay Gough Zachary Graham Olivia Gregory Mark Guffin Will Haney Sydney Harris Conley Harrison Logan Hays Jay Hedges Michaela Held Kennedy Holmes Hannah Hutson Sarah Hutson Elise Jones Caroline Kaufman
Bryce Keaton Alex Keene Will Kidd Denver Lane Lauren Ledbetter Katie Li Walt Lomax Ashleigh Mallett Everett Mansur Haley Martin Todd Alan McDonald Shelby Medders Jacob Michael Maddie Miller Landon Montgomery Anna North Garrett Olmsted Daniel Perez Elisabeth Pugh Molli Pugh Lucas Rayburn Austin Reed Meghan Reed Tye Richardson Arden Ricks Markie Schaedig Josie Schaffner Morgan Shelton Christian Shewmake
Amber Smith Jess Smith Madison Smith David Snell Hunter South Brad Stone Lindsey Sweetin Claire Taylor MaryClaire Thomas J.D. Thompson Mary Kate Thompson Matt Thompson Landon Trulove Ben Turner Connor Vaughan Emma Von Edwins Cooper Wade Tanner Wagner Madalyn Wallace Chandler Watkins Manuel Weber Sunni White Jackson Willis Grace Winkelman Joshua Woodruff Tanner Woodruff Taylor Woolf Nick Worley James Yoon Alex Zust
Beginning with the End in Mind
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cross the campus, in lower school and upper school, Little Rock Christian’s faculty teaches with the end in mind, knowing that ultimately our students must graduate equipped for life. The class of 2013 is represented by young men and women who love and follow Christ and are equipped to thrive at college, pursue God’s calling, and engage a post-modern society. They love to learn, they think wisely and are grounded in Biblical truth. We have watched them serve others with love at school, in Arkansas and around the world. In a ceremony at Immanuel Baptist Church on May 24, 116 graduates received diplomas. Thirty of those students make up the Kindergarten Club, having attended Little Rock Christian Academy from the beginning of their school days. After outstanding speeches by Salutatorian Christian
Shewmake and Valedictorian Everett Mansur, Dr. Brian Simmons gave the commencement address. Dr. Simmons is the recent past president of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and currently a Fellow with the Chuck Colson Center. Parents and teachers shared mixed emotions as they watched these seniors leave campus via the traditional Warrior Walk and then process across the stage at graduation. We will continue to pray for the Warriors of the class of 2013. Their class verse is a reminder to us all: “The Lord will guide you always: He will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.” Isaiah 58:11
2013 LITTLE ROCK CHRISTIAN GRADUATES
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE LETTERS Arkansas State University Arkansas Tech University Art Institute of Chicago Baker University Baylor University Case Western Reserve University Cedarville University Centenary College Central Baptist College College of the Ozarks College of William and Mary Colorado State University Davidson College Drury University Furman University Hannibal-LaGrange University Harding University Henderson State University Hendrix College John Brown University Kansas City Art Institute LeTourneau University
Lindenwood University Lipscomb University Lyon College Malone University Middle Tennessee State University Mississippi State University Ouachita Baptist University Point Park University Pueblo Community College Rhodes College School of the Visual Arts Seattle Pacific University Sewanee: The University of the South Southwestern College Texas A & M University Texas Christian University The King’s College, New York City Tulane University Union University United States Marine Reserves University of Alabama University of Arkansas
University of Arkansas at Fort Smith University of Arkansas at Little Rock University of California, Irvine University of Central Arkansas University of Colorado University of Denver University of Miami University of Minnesota University of Mississippi University of Missouri University of New Mexico University of Oklahoma University of Richmond University of Tulsa University of Wisconsin Washington & Lee University Washington University in St. Louis Westminster College Wheaton College Williams Baptist College Wofford College
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VALEDICTORIAN
Everett Mansur Everett was a National Merit Finalist and a member of the National Beta Club and National Honor Society. At Little Rock Christian he was active in Model United Nations and Quiz Bowl, where he helped his team finish second at the State Quiz Bowl Tournament in 2013. He served as a class Vice-President for two years and class Treasurer his senior year, and also participated in LRCA plays and musicals. Everett is attending Baylor University on scholarship where he is studying pre-Law.
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Christian Shewmake Christian attended Little Rock Christian Academy since Kindergarten. He was a member of the National Beta Club and National Honor Society, and was active in The Movement and Model United Nations. Christian also competed on the Warrior Wrestling and Tennis teams. He is currently attending Washington University in St. Louis with plans to pursue a career in biomedical or aerospace engineering.
National Merit Scholars 2012
Everett Mansur and Tanner Woodruff
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Ben Thompson, Claire White, Peter Keltner, Caleb Nissen, Katie Dreher and Corban Kenyon
Graduate who Walks Worthy
Memory Speaker’s
Unusual Finale JAY HEDGES
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ach year the Senior class selects a classmate to speak at the graduation ceremony, to reflect on special memories and inside jokes that the class has shared while attending Little Rock Christian Academy. The class of 2013 selected Jay Hedges as their “Memory Speaker”. Jay’s speech was memorable in a novel sort of way --he wasn’t at graduation! Unfortunately, a game of Frisbee on the Gulf Shores beach during the Senior trip resulted in an injury which required Jay to stay in Alabama and forego the graduation ceremony. Through the use of technology, Jay was able to participate in the evening and record his speech for the class. Jay enjoyed many experiences while at LRCA. His participation in football, basketball, track, Student Council, and the spring musical Beauty and the Beast resulted in lasting relationships and a variety of memories.
training, education, childcare and summer youth programs, in order to equip them with the skills to be successful in the workforce, the community and their own families. For his service there, Jay was chosen as the United Way’s Volunteer of the Week in August 2012. Jay participated in a J-Term internship at Our House and then continued to serve as a volunteer, working around his school and football schedules. Jay assisted in a variety of ways with the schoolage children, and his vivid memories include their continual laughter, but also the fact that some children were experiencing hunger and real pain at home. Georgia Mjartan, Executive Director of Our House, commented, “Jay volunteered so frequently and with such professionalism that I forgot he was not one of our summer staff. I also cannot believe that he is still in high school! This young man serves with a maturity and depth of character that is unusual for someone of any age.”
The class of 2013 has been a class full of enthusiasm, creativity, and lots of joy, and I couldn’t have wished to be part of a better class.
His off-campus activities also represented the Warrior Way in our community. Jay was a committed volunteer at Our House in Little Rock. Our House provides the working homeless – individuals and families – with shelter, housing, job
Jay commented in his speech, “The class of 2013 has been a class full of enthusiasm, creativity, and lots of joy, and I couldn’t have wished to be part of a better class.” He is currently attending Rhodes College in Memphis, majoring in Economics and Political Science. ANNUAL REVIEW
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K-Club
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he Kindergarten Club, or K-Club, is comprised of seniors who have attended Little Rock Christian Academy since Kindergarten. These “apple dumplings” and “shining stars” came to the Bible Church campus in the Fall of 2000 ready to learn under the tutelage of Mrs. Linda Neaves, Mrs. Debbie Norman and Mrs. Gail Williams. While these 29 students have grown up before our eyes, excerpts from their kindergarten yearbook prove that some things really don’t change much. For example, “Playing outside” was Markie Schaedig’s favorite part of school; Arden Ricks said, “I like the teachers…. they’re nice”; Madalyn Wallace declared that “Kindergarten is a good place to learn and lots of fun”; and Brad Stone liked reading best!
During their Senior Year these students recounted and celebrated many memories when they joined Mrs. Teresa Walker, K-Club sponsor, in her high school classroom for lunch. The K-Club students have impacted Little Rock Christian over thirteen years with strong leadership. Three of their teachers, Mrs. Neaves, Mrs. Norman and Mrs. Walker, retired this year after a long tenure of educating hundreds of Little Rock students.
Walnut Valley Original Retires Linda Neaves pictured right with Clarice Main, the first Walnut Valley teachers. Linda Neaves pictured on the far right teaching a student at LRCA.
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inda Neaves began her teaching career in 1977 at Walnut Valley Christian Academy, as the school opened with eleven kindergarten and first grade students. As God continued to provide additional families and faculty, Mrs. Neaves watched the school grow to over 1400 students. She witnessed the move to Highway 10 from Breckenridge Drive, the name change from Walnut Valley to Little Rock Christian Academy, and the school’s recognition as a 2012 National Blue Ribbon School. Mrs. Neaves has enjoyed seeing alumni return to Little Rock Christian to teach or to bring their own children 12
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for an excellent Christ-centered education. Her favorite experience at LRCA is seeing children accept Christ. Mrs. Neaves said, “We have children every year trust Jesus to be their Savior. That alone is absolutely amazing. These children witness to their families, and God’s kingdom continues to grow. Hallelujah! I believe God will continue to bless LRCA as long as it lovingly serves Him first.” Little Rock Christian has truly been blessed by Mrs. Neaves’ 35 years of service and love. Congratulations to her on her retirement. She will be greatly missed!
Alumni who
Walk Worthy
Alisha Neblett
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lisha Neblett recently completed Boston University’s TESOL graduate program, earning her Master of Education degree in Teaching English as a Second Language. The program prepares individuals to work in college and adult language programs in the United States or to work for college, adult, primary, or secondary school programs abroad. Alisha currently teaches English as a Second Language (ESL) to adults at the Boston Center for Adult Education and the Boston Language Institute. It’s the idea of connection that inspires Alisha to walk worthy. Her job allows her to build relationships with people from around the world as she helps them develop language skills. Alisha said that she is often an international’s first
American acquaintance, and the ESL setting allows the students to develop a safe and positive connection with American culture.
The teachers at Little Rock Christian Academy prepared Alisha well for college and graduate school by instilling in her a passion to learn and to remain focused on important goals and values.
The teachers at Little Rock Christian Academy prepared Alisha well for college and graduate school by instilling in her a passion to learn and to remain focused on important goals and values. After graduating from LRCA, Alisha entered the University of Central Arkansas with a clear idea of her values and her motivation, confident that she could communicate that focus to others. What does the future hold for Alisha? She hopes to teach ESL in another country, with the goal of helping students learn English, while improving their academic or career opportunities. ANNUAL REVIEW
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Alumni who
Walk Worthy
Claire
Chesshir Foster Class of 2009
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he Dean of the Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Arkansas selected Claire Chesshir to give the commencement address last May. She was nominated for this distinguished honor by department chairs and faculty. Shortly after graduation, Claire married Matt Foster, LRCA Biblical Worldview teacher, and is enjoying living in Little Rock again. She is currently studying in a dual MD/MPH (Doctor of Medicine/Masters in Public Health) degree program through the UAMS College of Medicine and College of Public Health.
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Claire received college credits in high school through LRCA’s outstanding Advanced Placement courses which gave her the flexibility to enroll in courses at the university which were nontraditional for a Biology and Psychology major. For example, she took a class entirely devoted to identifying trees, five semesters of Russian language, and she was able to devote significant time to research projects with faculty mentors. Little Rock Christian gave Claire the comprehensive foundational skills crucial for her advanced studies.
“Many of my teachers invested so much into my life over the four years of high school ... Those enduring relationships hold me accountable and encourage me to always strive to glorify God.”
Claire credits her parents and grandparents with developing the foundation of her faith and inspiring her to walk in accordance with God’s Word, but Colossians 2:6-7 reminds her that many “instructors” have blessed her both at church and at Little Rock Christian Academy. Claire said, “Many of my teachers invested so much into my life over the four years of high school and also continued to follow-up with 14
me throughout my undergraduate studies. Those enduring relationships hold me accountable and encourage me to always strive to glorify God.”
As Claire pursues her medical career, she finds Pediatrics particularly appealing. Her experience in the Arkansas Children’s Hospital Summer Science Program helped solidify that sentiment. While she knows that the path may take some turns, she hopes to practice in a Pediatric specialty.
Alumni who
Walk Worthy
Ben
Rainwater Class of 2006
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National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow at Georgia Tech, Ben Rainwater is currently working towards a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering. He studies ceramic materials used in alternative energy conversion and storage devices, including rechargeable batteries for electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cells for efficient power conversion from fossil fuels. What does the phrase Walk Worthy mean to Ben?
Graduate research has given me the opportunity to work with many international students and visiting faculty. While collaborating on our work in the lab, our conversations often move from science to similarities and differences in our families, cultures, and religious beliefs -- topics that really resonate who we are and what we think about. The opportunity to have these conversations with colleagues has been a large component of establishing my faith while in grad school. I know that to share the love of Christ, I need to know and feel the love of Christ. I believe that these conversations are at least half of the reason I am where I am.
Ben credits several Little Rock Christian courses and teachers with his ability to press on with advanced degrees in engineering, particularly Mrs. Daniel’s Pre-Calculus, Mrs. Lubansky’s Calculus I and Mr. Boles’ Physics I classes. “Several math and physics fundamentals that I recall frequently in graduate school were first planted in those courses.” Also, “Worldview was an incredible introduction to other religions, the history of Christianity and the history of the Western world. I know about the Council of Nicea because of Worldview and I know that it was in 325AD because of Mr. Erlandson!” Ben recently interned at the Arkansas Science and Technology Authority. This agency stimulates economic development in Arkansas through grants to high-tech startup companies, by working with Arkansas manufacturers, and by administering funding for research and STEM education. Scientific research spurs economic development, but finding how all the pieces of the puzzle including K-12 STEM education, university research, innovation centers, start-up incubators, and industry fit together is not easy. He hopes to provide a scientist’s perspective to help put these pieces together, especially in Arkansas. ANNUAL REVIEW
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Successful Capital Campaign
Enhances Arts, Academics and Athletics
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n August 19, Little Rock Christian celebrated the magnanimous grace of God with the grand opening of Warrior Hall, a renovated middle school and expanded athletic training facilities. The generosity of our school’s families, faculty and friends affirmed our distinctive focus on excellence and balance between academics, arts and athletics. Concurrent with the completion of phase two of our master plan, the school was able to buy back bonds from those who had invested in our high school. The main driver for this campaign was the need for space dedicated to Little Rock Christian’s thriving fine arts program, as well as a gathering space for worship and celebration. Warrior Hall features six classrooms for graphic arts, choir, band, orchestra, drama and visual arts. The centerpiece of the facility is the Great Room which seats 700+ people for performing arts, school gatherings and chapel. 16
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Beyond Warrior Hall, improvements were made to the elementary school, middle school, and junior high. The former elementary activities center was extensively remodeled to showcase one of the finest training/weight rooms in central Arkansas, additional locker rooms for female athletes, and a conference room for all Warrior athletic teams. Since 2007, over 7,000 individual gifts to the Lord’s work at LRCA have been received. Our campaign to complete phase two of the master plan concluded with over $7,200,000 in gifts. The result of your generosity is a flourishing campus, the enduring glow of our National Blue Ribbon from the U.S. Department of Education, and no debt on our high school, no debt on the west 20 acres, no debt on our athletic facilities and no debt on Warrior Hall. These monumental initiatives have been PAID FOR IN FULL BY OUR GOD -- Jehovah-jireh. Again, we are grateful for all of the families who contributed to this historic initiative which calls Little Rock Christian Academy to PRESS ON for the glory of God!
OUR MAJOR CAPITAL CAMPAIGN IMPROVEMENTS
Warrior Hall
Weight Room
Middle School
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ATHLETIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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hen the final athlete left the field and the lights were turned off, the Warrior Athletic program accumulated eight conference titles (Girls & Boys Cross Country, Volleyball, Boys Golf, Girls Tennis, Baseball, Boys and Girls Soccer), three State Runner-Up plaques (Volleyball, Girls Tennis, Baseball), three State Championships (Girls and Boys Cross Country, Boys Soccer), two Academic State Champions (Football and Boys Track). We saw the Warrior Softball team participate in its first state tournament in school history. Six Warrior athletes earned individual State Champion recognition: Hunter Jones, Mark Guffin, Ashley Cheatham, Erin Woodward, Hannah Fiser and Carley Brown. Three Warrior coaches were selected conference Coach of the Year (Karen Schaedig, Christie Nipper and Stefan Jones), and Athletic Director Johnny Watson was named 5A Central Athletic Director of the Year. The 2012-13 athletic year was capped when the Arkansas Democrat Gazette named Little Rock Christian the 5A All-Sports Champion. However, that’s not the whole story. Warrior Athletics is about people. Warrior athletes and coaches demonstrated their commitment to becoming great people, not just athletes. They exemplified the values of a C4 competitor (Christ-like, Character-based, Committed, Competitive) and walked worthy on and off the field.
2008-2013 ATHLETIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS
CLASS OF 2013 64 Senior Athletes High School Athletic History for Class of 2013 • 24 Academic State Championships • 7 State Championships • 10 State Runner-Up Awards • 22 Conference Championships • 15 Conference Runner-Up Awards • 12 Warrior athletes to play at college level • 29 All-Conference athletes • 17 All-State athletes • 49 All-Academic athletes (3.5 GPA or better) 3.876 Overall GPA for Class of 2013 Athletes
Boys Soccer
• 32 Academic State Championships • 10 State Championships • 11 State Runner-Up Awards • 36 Individual State Champions • 37 Athletic Scholarships • 30 Conference Championships • 21 Sports - 10 Boys/11 Girls
Baseball
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Girls Tennis
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Athlete who
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Mark Guffin
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ark Guffin’s athletic accomplishments during his time at Little Rock Christian are impressive. He is a repeat all-state and all-conference honoree, earning the 5A state title as well as the overall state title in discus and shot put. He was named All American, a Gatorade Player of the Year, and Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Male Track and Field Athlete of the Year. Mark also broke a 23-year-old state record in discus with a throw of 195 feet, 2 inches. While testifying, “God has really blessed me with the ability to throw and the ability to get out there and work hard every day in the sport that I love,” Mark also attributes his success to hard work and good coaching.
Communication class for helping him research and formulate questions during the recruiting process. He says that Little Rock Christian, combined with his family and home church, equipped him to know what he believes and have confidence in who he is. At college, he doesn’t want to change to fit others' expectations or to experience college in the same way as so many around him. He is inspired to Walk Worthy because he understands that if he doesn’t, the athletes and students around him will not believe what he says.
And yet, losing his father to Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS) when Mark was 11 eleven years old may have shaped his life more than anything. “I was determined that he was going to look down on me and be proud of his son.”
Faith – He posts his favorite verses where he is reminded:
After earning ranking as one of the top high school discus throwers in the country, Mark is now at the University of Alabama on athletic scholarship. We asked him how Little Rock Christian prepared him for this step. In particular, he credits his English teachers for giving him the skills to write papers in college; Biblical Worldview for training him to talk with non-believers about his faith and to choose a church at college which teaches the truth of God’s word; and Oral 22
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There are many college students who talk one way, but walk a different way. What makes Mark Guffin distinctive? He reminds himself of several things every day:
“But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me did not prove vain; but I labored even more than all of them, yet not I, but the grace of God with me.” 1 Corinthians 15:10 “The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory belongs to the Lord.” Proverbs 21:31 Personal Goals – He also posts his specific athletic goals in daily view because “a goal without a plan is a wish!”
Coach who
Walks Worthy
Christy Nipper
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ittle Rock Christian’s Cross Country and Track Coach, Christy Nipper, was named the 2013 5A Central Cross Country Coach of the Year. Coach Nipper deserves that title, having led her athletes to impressive titles of their own–2013 State Champions for both men’s and women’s Cross Country teams. Coach Nipper believes the family atmosphere of the cross country teams to be their greatest accomplishment, not the impressive titles. These runners are constantly pushing, encouraging, and looking out for one another. They value each other not for their running ability but for who they are. “I have several athletes that will tell you they really do not like to run, but they love their team and are willing to run some tough workouts to be a part of this group.”
of senior high girls in the middle of a distance run, and their conversation was about the sin they struggle with the most and how their teammates could help them with that sin.” These athletes are mission-minded and regularly give their time to be involved in helping others and sharing the gospel.
“Last year I joined a group of senior high girls in the middle of a distance run, and their conversation was about the sin they struggle with the most and how their teammates could help them with that sin.”
This group of students is so dedicated, positive, encouraging, and honest. Coach Nipper finds herself amazed and encouraged by their topics of discussions on runs. “Last year I joined a group
The cross country and track athletes work extremely hard and have been fortunate to have some major successes the past few years. Their success automatically draws the attention of competitors as they watch our students to see what they do differently. Other teams frequently compliment our kids for their habits of love and encouragement.
Who is Mrs. Nipper’s greatest inspiration to Walk Worthy? She says her twoyear-old son, Miles, has taught her a few things -- like being joyful and content in all circumstances, and working hard without complaining. When she sees Miles watching her, trying to imitate her actions, she feels the great responsibility of representing Christ to Miles.
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Fine Arts Review The Little Rock Christian Academy Fine Arts Department is composed of choir, instrumental music, visual arts and drama. These four artistic groups had an amazing year filled with events and competitions. A highlight of the year was the Charles Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol Radio Broadcast” production. The entire department of Little Rock Christian artists combined talents for a Christmas celebration at Robinson Center Music Hall. Our Fine Arts programs finished the year well with the musical production of “Beauty and the Beast” and Fine Arts Week. The musical featured LRCA’s seasoned performers and orchestra, as well as students who auditioned to try something new in a production that was a childhood favorite. Fine Arts Week featured middle school and high school band, orchestra, and choir concerts, along with an art gallery and auction.
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2012-2013 FINE ARTS EVENTS AND COMPETITIONS
CHOIR: All-Region, All-State, Prison Ministry Concert, Gospel Choir Concert INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC: All-Region, All-State, Cabot Marching Invitational, Branson Festival VISUAL ARTS: Fish Stamp and Duck Stamp Competition, Arkansas Wildlife Competition, Arkansas Young Artists Association, Educator’s Central Region Exhibition DRAMA: A Christmas Carol Radio Broadcast and Beauty and the Beast
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Teacher who
Walks Worthy
Brittan Sanders
INSTRUCTOR OF DIGITAL ARTS AND FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT HEAD WHO INSPIRES YOU TO WALK WORTHY? I am currently reading a book by Elisabeth Elliot entitled Secure in the Everlasting Arms. Learning about modern day heroes of the faith inspires me to walk worthy. When I look at those who have gone before me, who have endured painful and joyous seasons of life, I find encouragement knowing that we walk in this adventure with the Lord together. I am reminded of Hebrews 12:1, “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”
HOW DO YOU SEE YOUR STUDENTS WALKING WORTHY? I had the opportunity to spend time with a group of girls who graduated last spring. I was their chaperone on the senior trip, and we decided to keep our little family together over the summer. These young ladies truly love the Lord. It is incredible to see their passion for Jesus and their enthusiasm to take Him with them in their next phase of life. They are literally spreading out all over the country. Watching them grow into godly women after their high school career is such an encouragement and testimony to the goodness of God and the impact of LRCA. I have confidence that they will walk worthy in their next season of life, bearing witness to His character and bringing glory to His name.
HOW ARE THE CLASSES WE OFFER IN FINE ARTS CHANGING AND EXPANDING? With the blessing of Warrior Hall, we have the opportunity to really expand our programs. This year we are serving over 600 students in fine arts and we have hired several new fine arts teachers. New course selections are being offered in visual arts, choir and drama for high school and junior high students. The blessing of the new, incredible performance space allows our instrumental, choral, and dramatic programs to pursue an even higher degree of excellence. This year we have expanded our digital arts program with a new state-of-the-art Mac lab. There is a tangible excitement when you visit Warrior Hall, in both the students and the teachers, as we embark on our most creative year yet!
HOW DO YOU SEE LRCA IMPACTING THE LITTLE ROCK COMMUNITY AND THE KINGDOM? Every day I see evidence of LRCA’s impact on the community through the lives of our students and their families. The dearest time for me is our times of prayer in the classroom. Students openly share praises and concerns. They share their hearts for local organizations, people in need, their families, and fellow students. I see Christ’s Kingdom being spread through the genuine faith of our students. My husband is a therapist at Our House, a Little Rock homeless shelter. He is amazed at the number of Little Rock Christian families and students who are investing in Our House and making a difference in people’s lives. One high school student threw a birthday party for a fellow student who lived at the shelter. She was so moved to care for and love on this student for whom life has been difficult. Another student volunteered to counsel, encourage, and tutor children throughout the summer. We have many students who do things daily to be Christ’s hands and feet. I love hearing that Little Rock is impacted by the love of Christ through our LRCA families. 26
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BOOSTER CLUBS
Little Rock Christian Academy’s
Tireless Volunteers
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ittle Rock Christian Academy depends on the passion, commitment, and generosity of hundreds of people each year. Our most active volunteers assist in classrooms, student performances, athletic events, fundraisers and numerous other places throughout the year. From outfitting the classrooms in Warrior Hall, to providing computers for our students, to improving athletic facilities for all sports, our booster clubs contribute to the excellent education found at LRCA.
Whenever you support a fundraiser from one of these organizations, you not only receive a product or service, but you also give back to your school through that organization. We are thankful for the moms and dads who give tirelessly to provide great experiences in Warriorville for students and parents!
Ý Friends of the Arts volunteering at the grand opening of Warrior Hall. Þ PTF volunteering at Grandparent's Day Ú Warrior Club members hosting annual golf tournament at Pleasant Valley Country Club.
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2012-2013
Financial Data (unaudited)
SOURCES OF OPERATING FUNDS 0%
15%
Tuition Fees Other
85%
USES OF OPERATING FUNDS 8%
5%
13%
Educational Programs Campus Support/Ops Administrative Interest
74%
2012-2013 CAPITAL CAMPAIGN AND GIFT RECEIPTS TOTAL GIFTS
$0
58% Warrior Hall, Athletic Training Center, Middle School
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$7,120,466 42% DEBT RETIREMENT
LITTLE ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
2012-2013 DONOR LIST Committed donors have given Little Rock Christian Academy millions of dollars, over and above tuition, during the school’s 36-year history. These gifts enable improvements to our campus facilities and programs, and also provide for student financial aid and faculty professional development. Little Rock Christian thanks the following donors for their generous support: Mr. and Mrs. Scott Abell Mr. and Mrs. Stephen W. Abell Ms. Sally Adams Mr. and Mrs. Jon S. Adams Mr. and Mrs. Lowell O. Adams Mr. and Mrs. David L. Alaback Mrs. Jeannie D. Alaback Mr. and Mrs. Al Alberius Mr. and Mrs. Randy Alberius Dr. and Mrs. Al Alexander Dr. and Mrs. Gary E. Allen Mr. and Mrs. Keith A. Allred Mr. Rick Angel Anonymous Arkansas Baptist Foundation
Arkansas Business Publishing Group Arkansas Restoration, Inc. Arkansas Urology Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Arnold Mr. Corwin K. Arnold Ms. Patricia E. Arnold Dr. and Mrs. Gary B. Arnold Ms. Karen B. Atchley B-B Oil Company, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Greg Baden Sr. Ms. Etta M. Baer Dr. Tom B. Bailey Dr. and Mrs. Chris Bakke Bank of America Mr. and Mrs. James Banks
Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Bauman Mr. and Mrs. Michael Baxley Mr. and Mrs. Scott Beardsley Mr. and Mrs. Scott Bennett Mr. and Mrs. John Bentley Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John M. Bentley III Mr. and Mrs. James Berman Mr. and Mrs. Dan Berry Dr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Best Mr. and Mrs. Mike Biggs Mr. and Mrs. Dickie Black Dr. and Mrs. Michael Blanscet Dr. and Mrs. Richard Blaszak Mr. and Mrs. John L. Boles Mr. and Mrs. R. Gayle Bone
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2012-2013 DONOR LIST Dr. Renee Bornemeier and Mr. Richard Bornemeier Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Boshears Mr. and Mrs. Gaylon Boshears Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Bostwick Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bowersock Mr. and Mrs. Ryan A. Bowman Mr. and Mrs. Charles P. Boyd Mr. and Mrs. Barry Brandt Mr. and Mrs. Tom Brannon Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Brantly Mr. and Mrs. John Braune Mr. and Mrs. Philip A. Brewer Mr .and Mrs. Scott Brewer Mr. and Mrs. John S. Brewton Mr. Phillip B. Bridges Mr. and Mrs. Grant W. Brower Mr. Thomas J. Brown Mr. and Mrs. Jerry L. Bryant Dr. and Mrs. Tim Burson Mr. and Mrs. John Butler Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Buttry Dr. and Mrs. Thomas D. Cain Mrs. Lauren Callaham Mr. Ronald M. Cameron Mr. Jack E. Capps Mr. and Mrs. Jon Carnahan Mr. and Mrs. Scotty Caroom Mr. and Mrs. Jason L. Carson Mr. and Mrs. Brock Carter Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Case Ms. Stephanie Chamberlin Dr. and Mrs. Charles Chamblee Mr. and Mrs. Amer Chami Chenal Country Club Chick Fil A Mr. and Mrs. Robert Childress Dr. and Mrs. Freddy D. Chrisman Mr. and Mrs. William E. Clark II Mr. and Mrs. Michael Clements Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Cockmon Ms. Carol Coleman-Kennedy Compsys, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Todd Coney Mr. and Mrs. Gary Cooper Mr. and Mrs. Phillip W. Cox Dr. September W. Crabtree and Mr. John Crabtree Mr. and Mrs. Larry Crain Mr. and Mrs. Travis Creed Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Crow Mr. and Mrs. Jim Crowson Mr. and Mrs. Rick Cruzen Mr. and Mrs. Brian Curry Mr. and Mrs. Dave Daggett Dr. and Mrs. Carter Dalton Dr. and Mrs. John A. Daniel Ms. Kay Daniels Mr. and Mrs. Trey Davis Mr. and Mrs. Mark Davis Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth B. Davis Mr. and Mrs. Glen Day Dr. and Mrs. Van DeBruyn
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Dr. and Mrs. Jim Deer Delta Mass Appraisal Services, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Devero Mr. and Mrs. Edward Dickey Mr. and Mrs. William T. Dillard III Mr. and Mrs. Jon Dodson Donna Fill Inc. Drive Clean Carwash Operations Mrs. Lou Ann Drummond Mr. and Mrs. Pat DuBose Mr. and Mrs. William C. Dunkum Eagle Controls, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Elkins Dr. and Mrs. Peter D. Emanuel Mr. and Mrs. Jeff England Ms. Anne England Mr. Edward W. Erickson Mr. Daniel L. Erlandson Mr. and Mrs. Mark Evans Mr. and Mrs. Todd Farnsworth Mr. and Mrs. Steve D. Farrar Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Fegtly Ms. Joyce P. Fegtly Drs. Earl and Margaret Feurtado Mr. and Mrs. Greg Fielder Mr. and Mrs. Jim Fink Mr. and Mrs. Kenn Flemmons Ms. Anise Flowers-Burglass Mr. and Mrs. Scott Ford Mr. and Mrs. Grant E. Fortson Mr. Matthew Foster Four R Marketing, LLC. Mr. and Mrs. John Fowler Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Freier Mr. and Mrs. Thomas N. Frye Mr. and Mrs. Michael D. Fugett Mr. and Mrs. Michael Fulbright Dr. and Mrs. Jon David Fuller Miss Kimberly C. Fullerton Mr. and Mrs. Allen A. Furrey Gannett Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Brent Gasaway Mr. and Mrs. David A. Gatewood Genentech Mr. and Mrs. Scott Gentry Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Gibbs Mr. and Mrs. Beau Glenn Mr. and Mrs. Phil Glover Drs. Anthony and Gayle Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Gough Mr. and Mrs. Ted Grace Mr. and Mrs. David M. Graf Mr. and Mrs. Brandon Gray Mr. and Mrs. Todd A. Greer Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Gregg Dr. and Mrs. Robert Griffin Mr. Harvey E. Griffin Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey W. Griffin Mr. and Mrs. Paul Griffin Mr. and Mrs. Mark S. Guinee Ms. Sarah L. Hambrice
Ms. Kristina Hambrice Dr. Carrie L. Hankins and Mr. Jeffrey K. Hankins Mr. and Mrs. Rush Harding Mr. and Mrs. Drew Harper Mr. and Mrs. Edwin N. Harpole, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Hart Mr. and Mrs. Bradley S. Hartman Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Hawkins Dr. and Mrs. David A. Hays Mr. and Mrs. Jon S. Hedges Mr. and Mrs. Scott Hendren Mr. and Mrs. James Henrich Mr. Rob Herndon Mr. and Mrs. Herren Hickingbotham Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Hill Mr. Stanley Hill Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Hodges Dr. and Mrs. William Hogan Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hogan Ms. Kathleen Hogan Mr. and Mrs. Michael Holland Mr. and Mrs. Kevin H. Huchingson Dr. and Mrs. Stephen L. Hudson Lt. Col. and Mrs. James Hudson Mr. and Mrs. Michael M. Hui Ms. Anna Hundley Ms. Francis C. Hunnicutt Dr. Kimberly D. Hurlbut and Mr. Bruce P. Hurlbut Dr. and Mrs. Jim Mark Ingram Insurance Center, Inc. Integrity Products, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Mark W. Jansen Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Roger D. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Johnston Mr. and Mrs. Billy Johnston Mr. and Mrs. Kent Jolliff Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Jones Ms. Lorene G. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Matthew R. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Casey Jones Dr. and Mrs. James A. Karrh Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Keltner Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Kenyon Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Kepesky Mr. and Mrs. William B. Kerr Drs. Peter and Elizabeth Kim Mr. and Mrs. Charles Y. Kim Kimberly Clark Foundation Mr. Justin H. Kirkes Dr. and Mrs. Ken Knecht Mr. and Mrs. Jim Knox Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy F. Kuhn Mr. and Mrs. James A. Kurfess Mr. and Mrs. Craig Lair Mr. and Mrs. Floyd E. Lancaster Mr. and Mrs. James E. Langford Mr. and Mrs. Mike R. Lauterbach Ms. Debbie N. Lee Legacy Capital Group
2012-2013 DONOR LIST Mr. and Mrs. Darrell A. Leonhardt Mr. and Mrs. Mark Leverett Mr. and Mrs. James P. Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Harry W. Li Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Lien Mr. and Mrs. Ed D. Ligon Mr. and Mrs. Michael Loggins Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Longworth Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lord Dr. and Mrs. Frank LoRusso Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Lynch M.J. Kelly Company Mr. and Mrs. Scott MacFarlane Dr. Dawn Martin and Mr. H.C. Martin Drs. Jay and Terri Martin Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Martin Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth A. Martin Mr. and Mrs. Ash Mason Mr. and Mrs. Ronald F. Mathieu Mr. and Mrs. Matt McClendon Mr. and Mrs. Danny McCuin Mr. and Mrs. Scott McElmurry Mr. and Mrs. Brett M. McLeod Mr. and Mrs. John McMorran Mr. and Mrs. Matthew McSweeney Mr. and Mrs. Clint Mercer Members Give Mr. Scott Middleton Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Miller Ms. Rita J. Mills Mr. and Mrs. Pat Millwee Mr. and Mrs. Carl Minden Mr. and Mrs. James R. Mitchell Dr. Kate Mitchell and Mr. Justin Mitchell Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey T. Molleston Dr. and Mrs. Steve Molpus Mr. and Mrs. Pledger Monk Dr. Lori Montgomery and Mr. Robert Montgomery Mr. and Mrs. John M. Morton Mr. and Mrs. Larry Morton Ms. Jamie Murphy National Christian Foundation National Philanthropic Trust Mrs. Linda O. Neaves Mr. and Mrs. Roy H. Neblett Mr. and Mrs. Joe Neff Mr. and Mrs. Chris Newell Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E. Newsom Mr. and Mrs. Danny A. Newton III Ms. Debbie Norman Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Northington Dr. Rebecca Nowell and Mr. Britton Nowell Mr. and Mrs. Timothy S. Ohmann Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan G. Olmsted Mr. and Mrs. Bill Otis Mr. James Otteson Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas J. Panyard PSA, Inc.
Parent Teacher Fellowship Mr. and Mrs. Dan L. Parker Mr. and Mrs. James R. Parker Mr. and Mrs. Robert Parker Paul M. Otteson Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Payne Mr. and Mrs. Chip L. Payne Mr. and Mrs. Keith Pfeiffer Phelps Industries, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. David Phillips Mr. and Mrs. Jaymes Ply Dr. and Mrs. David N. Pope Mr. and Mrs. Kelton Price Mr. and Mrs. T. S. Proctor Mr. and Mrs. Gary Proud Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Quickel Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Raine Mr. and Mrs. Mike Rainwater Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ramey Mr. and Mrs. Jay Ramsey Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Reddin Mr. and Mrs. Steve Reddin Mr. and Mrs. Cary Reed Mr. and Mrs. Jerald W. Reeves Mr. and Mrs. Brad Richardson Mr. and Mrs. Wayne E. Riley Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Riser Mr. and Mrs. Paul Riser Mr. and Mrs. Jason Roach Mr. and Mrs. Mike L. Roberts Roche Laboratories Mr. and Mrs. Carl E. Rodgers Mr. and Mrs. Randy F. Rogers Mr. and Mrs. James Rogers Mr. and Mrs. Stanley B. Russ Dr. and Mrs. Scott W. Rypkema Mr. and Mrs. Richard Rypkema Dr. Marsha Salman and Mr. Patrick Salman Mrs. Brittan E. Sanders Mr. and Mrs. Keith Schaedig Mr. and Mrs. Bob Sexton Mr. and Mrs. Ken W. Shew Ms. Jean P. Sixbey Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Sixbey Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Smith Mr. and Mrs. Andrew L. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Cory Smith Mr. and Mrs. Scott Smith Mr. and Mrs. Bob Snider Ms. Jill Snyder Southern Barter Exchange, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Sparks Dr. and Mrs. Royce A. Stanford, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Charles Stearns Mr. and Mrs. Cliff L. Stephenson Dr. and Mrs. Michael R. Stone Mr. Burnell Summerford Mr. and Mrs. Michael Swedenburg
Mr. and Mrs. Bryce Swindler Dr. and Mrs. Gary Talbert Mr. and Mrs. Michael Teague Mr. Samuel R. Tedder Dr. Wayne Tennille Mr. and Mrs. Reed Thompson Ms. Jeannette H. Thompson Thrivent Choice Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Toney Mr. and Mrs. Sam Treadway Dr. and Mrs. John W. Trieschmann Mr. Daniel Turnbow Dr. Shannon Turner and Mr. Derek Turner Mr. and Mrs. Warren R. Underwood Van Brimer Family Foundation Dr. and Mrs. Rudy L. Van Hemert Mr. and Mrs. Tommy C. Vaughan, Jr. Verizon Dr. and Mrs. Charles A. Vondran, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Steve Wade Mr. and Mrs. Guy A. Wade Mr. and Mrs. John W. Wadsworth Jr. Mr. and Mrs. David Wahlfeld Mr. and Mrs. James R. Walden Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Walker Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd R. Warford Mr. and Mrs. Steven Warren Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Wasson Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Watson Mr. and Mrs. Chris A. Webb Mr. and Mrs. Dee E. Webb Mr. and Mrs. Evan Weiner Dr. and Mrs. Michael F. Weiner Mr. and Mrs. Douglas A. Wengel Mr. and Mrs. Craig Westbrook Mr. and Mrs. Darren Wheeler Mr. and Mrs. Gene H. Whisenhunt Mr. and Mrs. John White Mr. and Mrs. John Ray White Mr. and Mrs. Jay K. White Mr. and Mrs. Marty White Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Wieser Ms. Ruth Williams Mr. and Mrs. Danny J. Williams Mr. and Mrs. David Williams Mr. and Mrs. Ray Williams Willingham Foundation US Trust, Bank of America Mr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Wilson Mr. David D. Wilson Dr. and Mrs. Mark E. Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Brett Wingfield Drs. Tacy Sundell and Ernie Woodard Mr. and Mrs. Edwin A. Woolf Mr. and Mrs. Craig G. Worden Dr. and Mrs. Michael L. Wright Mr. and Mrs. Kirk S. Wygal Mr. and Mrs. James Yarbrough Drs. Terrance J. and Nancy W. Zuerlein Ms. Linda Zust
We strive to include every contributor who made a donation in fiscal year 2012-2013. Please contact the Advancement office at 501.868.9822 so that we may correct our records if we have inadvertently omitted or inaccurately reported your name.
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2013-2014 Little Rock Christian Academy
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LittleRockChristian.com/AnnualFund
The Annual Fund is an opportunity to support the people and programs which make a Little Rock Christian education a blue-ribbon education. Your donation to the Annual Fund will go directly toward curriculum and faculty development, campus stewardship, financial aid, and longterm financial sustainability.
The Annual Fund goal for 2013-14 is $625,000. Your participation as a parent, alum, grandparent, or alumni family is essential in providing current and future generations with the quality Christian education envisioned by our founders and sacrificially championed by many families.
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