LITTLE ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
ANNUAL REVIEW 2014
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Contents
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Dr. Arnold - Head of School
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Warrior Band in Washington D.C.
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Graduates
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Warrior Athletics
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Graduation Speaker Challenges Graduates
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Alumni Who Shine
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College Acceptances
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Board of Trust
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Why Colleges Are Recruiting LRCA Graduates
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Parent Teacher Fellowship
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2014 National Merit Finalists
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Warrior Club
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Stephens Award to Teacher and Student
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Annual Fund
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Students Who Shine
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Financial Data
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Seniors with ACCESS Students
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2013-2014 Contributors List
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Warrior Hall - Enhancing Campus Life
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FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
Gary B. Arnold
HOS Shines
Fellow Warriors: How does one capture the meaning and the impact of the past year while standing in the full flow and glow of this present year? Photographer Michael Baxley answers the question with his rousing cover photo. I urge you to study the photo closely. The bold banners expand on last year’s theme to “press on” with Peter’s exhortation to “make every effort to add to our faith.” Every day hundreds of school-children, parents and teachers entered our school’s gates with the firm intent to build on the solid foundation of our faith in Jesus. Every day we worked hard to teach the essentials for a productive and effective life. According to 2 Peter 1:5-8, those essentials are character, knowledge, selfcontrol, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness and love – woven into the fabric of our college preparatory education. Grateful to God for bringing us this far, we press on. Our work is not complete. There is much more to do. This commitment to move forward birthed our driving theme for the 2014-15 school year: “Rise and Shine!” Mr. Baxley captures this energy with the brilliance of the sun’s rays pouring over our school. Attention, Warriorville. It’s time to rise and shine, to reflect the glory of the Lord, to “shine like stars in the universe” holding out the Word of life to Little Rock and beyond. (Isaiah 60:1; Philippians 2:15) Thank you for your daily participation in the golden triangle of home, church and school. We are here to serve, to educate and to place Jesus at the center of all learning. We trust you will be pleased with the results of our labor chronicled in this year’s edition of the Annual Review.
Dr. Gary B Arnold, EdD President / Head of School “Men and women who have lived wisely and well will shine brilliantly like the cloudless, star-strewn night skies. And those who put others on the right path will glow like stars forever.” (Daniel 12:3)
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2014 GRADUATES
Victoria Grace Adams
Garrett Michael Duke
Davis Edward Liddil
George Matthew Smith
Nathan Garrett Alberius
Carlee Michelle Earls
Martha Anne Lucas
Michelle Estefany Elena Smith
Jamie Lee Allen
London Olivia Farrar
Jade Iris Mason
Will Conner Smith
Tori Alan Allred
Taylor Ann Ferguson
William Holt McConnell
Zachary Dalton Smith
Toluwani Emmanuel Amole
Gibson Wesley Fischer
Lauren Davidson McGill
Luke Stephen Snyder
Houston Don Angel
Benjamin Thomas Fiser
Jacob Ryan McMillan
Sheffield Spence
Jared Matthew Arnold
Geoffrey Thomas Flemmons
Maggie Elizabeth McMorran
Haley Annette Stotts
Alexandra Rose Baden
Meredith Jett Garner
Macy Elizabeth Meckfessel
Parker Lavelle Strom
Karsen Leigh Baer
Suzanna Marie Gibbs
Brooks Powell Meek
Kara Elizabeth Strong
Travis Lane Barber
William Kenneth Russell Goodrich
Ashley Brooke Miller
Leah Britton Sunwall
Erin Elizabeth Bell
David Matthew Graf
Madison Lee Miller
Tristan Dean Talbert
Joseph Hall Bentley
Claire Olivia Griffin
Jackson Bullitt Millwee
Paxton Samuel Thomas
Nathan Alan Bentley
Kyler Latrece Grigsby
Brandon Pledger Monk
Joseph Benzick Thompson
Mitchell Thomas Benton
William Hunter Groce
Michael Anthony Munevar
Rudy James Timm
Jayma Lynn Blankenship
Natali Gray Misak Hall
Daniel Anderson Newton, IV
Megan Kirsten Tulgetske
Matthew T. Blaszak
Hayden Warren Henderson
Caleb James Nissen
Stuart M. Upson
Taylor Marie Bowersock
Cole Michael Hendrixson
Benjamin Nix
Anna Caryl Vanderford
Jeffrey Larkin Brantly, Jr.
Hayden Paige Hickingbotham
Erin Leigh Norman
Tong Wan
Blake Alan Brewer
Jonathan Vincent Hill
John Thomas Otwell
Han Wang
Nora Grace Brineman
Savannah Jane Hill
Ryan Walker Panyard
Zhi Wang
Bailey Ann Broach
Hannah E. Johnson-Goolsby
Dan Lee Parker, Jr.
Hannah Marie Ware
Alexander Scott Caroom
Samantha Dee Johnson
Clifton Bolen Peck, V
Blake Christopher Webb
Allyson Diane Carroll
Windsor Roark Johnson
Elizabeth Everett Phillips
Joshua Ryan Whalen
Matthew Christopher Carter
Stacey Belinda Johnston
Caitlyn Ann Powell
Alexandra Michelle White
Caroline Grace Chalupka
Erica Michele Jolliff
Jacob Wright Prather
Claire Mabry White
Dylan Emerson Chesher
Haley Elizabeth Jones
Joseph Keith Richardson
Jacob McKinney White
Alexander Harrison Clerget
Wesley A. Keener
Callie Elizabeth Robbins
Peyton Andrew White
Michael Christopher Cockmon
Peter Brannon Keltner
Andrew Michael Roberson
Robert Michael Williams
Eden Danielle Coker
Paige Madison Kendrick
Rebecca Ann Roberts
Hunter David Wilson
Davis Tate Couch
Corban Lee Kenyon
Sam Holloway Rogers
Zachary William Winston
Kristen Elizabeth Curtis
Blakeley Alexandra Kepesky
Aaron Mitchell Rosenthal
Nicholas Grady Worden
Cole Allen Daniel
Jacob Young Kim
Rachel Ashley Ruddell
William True Wright
Caroline Addison Davis
Anna Grace Ledbetter
Molly Beth Russ
Karis Ha-Eun Yoon
Francis Christina Day
Joshua Levy
Meredith Hope Schellhase
Elizabeth Schaefer Zuerlein
Katie Nicole Dreher
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Alexander Payton Segalla
Graduation Shines
Frank Hickingbotham Challenges Graduates to "Be Somebody"
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he commencement speaker for the class
Mr. Hickingbotham challenged the graduates to “be
of 2014 was Mr. Frank D. Hickingbotham,
somebody” and ask the questions “Who am I?” “Where
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Hickingbotham is also grandfather to LRCA students Hayden Hickingbotham (class of 2014) and Christian Hickingbotham (class of 2017).
WHO ARE THEY? They are children of God, LRCA’s 18th graduating class, a class of 138 students. They were offered over $11 million in scholarships.
Mr.
Hickingbotham congratulated them for receiving the best
Dr. Arnold introduced him as a man of deep humility, born
high school education in the state of Arkansas. At LRCA,
in McGehee, Arkansas, one of seven children. People
they have been blessed by Christian educators who love
around Mr. H, as he’s lovingly called by family and friends,
them and serve as an example to them.
often use the word persistence in describing him, a man who
WHERE ARE THEY GOING? They are going all over
respects and values others and loves to be as generous as the Lord has been to him. He has been a teacher, principal, insurance broker…all while also serving as a Baptist minister. He has sustained the school of business at Ouachita Baptist University, actively communicating his belief in Christian education. Mr. Hickingbotham is widely known for starting the TCBY company, a career he began
the country, having been accepted at 64 universities. They are prepared to make friends in college who will help them succeed. It will be up to them to follow God daily. “God has a wonderful plan for your life. He has already written it.” WHAT ARE THEY GOING TO DO? Dream big!
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2014 LITTLE ROCK CHRISTIAN GRADUATES
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES
American University
John Brown University
Texas Christian University
Anderson University, South Carolina
King's College
University of Alabama
Arkansas State University
Lipscomb University
University of Arkansas
Arkansas State University Honors College
Louisiana State University
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Louisiana Tech University
University of Arkansas at Monticello
Arkansas Tech University
Lyon College
Baptist Health Schools
Mid South Community College
University of Arkansas Honors College
Baylor University
Millsaps College
Belmont University
Missouri State University, West Plains
University of Central Arkansas Honors College
Northwest Arkansas Community College
University of Colorado University of Georgia
Oklahoma State University
University of Kansas
Oral Roberts University
University of Mary Washington
Ouachita Baptist University
University of Mississippi
Rhodes College
University of Missouri
Centenary College Central Baptist College Charleston Southern University Colorado State University Duke University Eastern Illinois University Emerson College
University of Central Arkansas
Rutgers University
University of Oklahoma
Georgetown College, Kentucky
Saint Louis University
University of Southern California
Harding University
Santa Clara University
University of Texas
Henderson State University
Sewanee, The University of the South
University of Texas at Dallas
Hendrix College
Southern Arkansas University
University of Tulsa
Hult International Business School
Southern Arkansas University Tech
Utah Valley University
Jackson State Junior College
Southern Methodist University
Washington University in St. Louis
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Photo (courtesy of John Bunch):
In May 2014, Kirstin Changose (LRCA class of 2010) accepted her OBU diploma from Dr. Horne. Kirstin is an honor graduate with a degree in Accounting and Business Administration. She is an Accountant with the CPA firm of Hudson, Cisne & Company.
Why Colleges are Recruiting LRCA Graduates
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Little Rock Christian education is one that equips graduates with the necessary skills and accompanying discipline to become a life-long learner – a graduate who is able to flourish in a collegiate setting and vocation. Public and private universities nationwide recruit our students. Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia is a private university which, like LRCA, fosters a love of God and a love of learning. Both institutions offer an environment and curriculum which allow students to pursue, discern, and live truth as they serve our communities and the nations. Dr. Rex Horne has been the President of OBU since
2006 (and an LRCA grandparent since 2012). We asked him recently to describe what he is observing in our Warriors who attend OBU: “Ouachita does present a rigorous academic challenge. Students will find that they must be consistent in applying themselves to the challenge of university life. LRCA graduates do well here. There are two reasons as I see it. They are challenged by their teachers at LRCA. Also, they are told what to expect by [Warriors] who graduated from or presently attend Ouachita.” Committed, servants and relational are three words that Dr. Horne used to describe the Warriors in Arkadelphia. ANNUAL REVIEW
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STUDENTS Shine
2014 National Merit Finalists
KATIE DREHER – Katie is attending Ouachita Baptist University where she is majoring in Biology.
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CLAIRE WHITE – Claire is attending the University of Tulsa and is pursuing a degree in Nursing. She is interested in the medical missions field.
CORBAN KENYON – Corban is attending the University of Texas at Dallas and is majoring in Computer Engineering.
ive Little Rock Christian Academy students earned recognition and scholarships as National Merit Finalists in 2014. Congratulations to Katie Dreher, Peter Keltner, Corban Kenyon, Caleb Nissen, Ben Thompson and Claire White on this outstanding honor and accomplishment. About 1.5 million juniors in more than 22,000 high schools entered the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT), which served as an initial screen of program entrants. The nationwide pool of Semifinalists, representing less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors, includes the highestscoring entrants in each state. The number of Semifinalists in a state is proportional to the state’s percentage of the national total of graduating 8
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CALEB NISSEN – Caleb is attending the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and majoring in Biomedical Engineering.
PETER KELTNER – Peter is attending Baylor University. He has not declared a major yet but is taking classes in geology, geography and music. Peter is a member of the Baylor Golden Wave Marching Band.
seniors. Semi-finalists advance to Finalist standing based upon consistent very high academic performance in all of grades nine through twelve. “Helping young adults fulfill their academic potential as they prepare for the college of their choice is one of our greatest joys,” said Dr. Gary Arnold. “We can’t wait to see what the Lord has planned for these young men and women.”
FACULTY and STUDENT Shine
Teacher and Student are Recognized for Outstanding Accomplishments
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ittle Rock Christian Academy student Karis Yoon and teacher Lindsey Greenwald were selected as recipients of the 2014 Stephens Award. The Stephens Award recognizes outstanding achievements by selected high school teachers and students in the Central Arkansas area.
Mrs. Greenwald has been teaching French at Little Rock Christian Academy for the past six years. While accepting her Stephens Award, Lindsey thanked LRCA for “fostering an environment that elevates autonomy, creativity, positivity, and a sound Biblical worldview. Thank you for valuing so deeply foreign language study and international travel.”
The awards program provides each student award winner with a $5,000 scholarship and each selected teacher with Karis Yoon is the valedictorian of the class of 2014. an award of $10,000. The annual While at Little Rock Christian Karis scholarships and awards are provided was involved in the Creative Writing The Stephens by The City Education Trust, which Club, Spanish Club, National Award provides was formed in 1985 by the late Little Spanish Honors Society, Quiz Rock business leaders Jackson T. Bowl and Debate Club. She also each student Stephens and W.R. “Witt” Stephens. participated in softball, track and award winner field, marching and concert bands, This year, teachers and students with a $5,000 and the Chapel Praise Team. Karis from six different schools in the scholarship and is now attending Duke University Little Rock area were selected for on scholarship, majoring in Preeach selected both their academic excellence Med Biology. and for teaching and learning in the classroom, along with being known as exemplary individuals.
teacher with an award of $10,000.
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STUDENTS Shine
Stockmarket Team Finishes Fifth in the Nation “It was great to meet these bright students who put their math, economics and personal finance skills to the test in the Stock Market Game while further developing their understanding of the global economy,” said Tim Griffin, Arkansas Congressman. The Little Rock Christian Academy Capitol Hill Stock Market Challenge Team finished first place in Arkansas and fifth place in the nation. FBLA club sponsor Susie Thompson and her team of students (pictured left-to-right with Mrs. Thompson and Congressman Griffin) Robert Thompson, Nathan Bentley, Lee Parker, Will Smith and William Goodrich traveled to Washington D.C. in June to be recognized for their Top 10 ranking in the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association’s Capitol Hill Challenge.
"This was a great opportunity for the students to see investing, risk, return and our world financial system in action. Being honored by Congress in Washington D.C. was an exceptional experience. I am so grateful to be part of a school that supports and encourages real world experiences." Susie Thompson, FBLA sponsor and Economics educator
Congressman Griffin visited with our students and watched firsthand as they invested a hypothetical $100,000 in listed stocks, bonds, and mutual funds and learned the value of saving and investing while working together to maximize the return of their portfolio. This 14-week challenge organizes teams of high school students by Congressional district and teaches the importance of savings and investing, while simultaneously promoting a better understanding of our government. This year, nearly 15,000 students from 733 schools participated in the Challenge.
Who is Cooper Lair? That would be the correct answer to: "This LRCA junior was a finalist in the game show Jeopardy." Encouraged by his father to take the online Jeopardy test and attend the live auditions in Atlanta, Cooper Lair can now call himself a third place finalist of the 2014 Teen Jeopardy Challenge. Preparing for the tournament required daily practice. Cooper utilized old Teen Jeopardy games, iPhone apps and read several books by former Jeopardy contestants. Studying LRCA Quiz Bowl questions, prepared by Coach Danny Erlandson, was helpful as well. Cooper is no stranger to Quiz Bowl competitions. In 2012 and 2013, while in Junior High, Cooper finished as the Overall Individual Champion in 5A competition. During 2014 Cooper was 5A All-Region, All-State, and he finished in first place in the North Little Rock Invitational, a competition for 5A through 7A schools. Cooper’s highlights from the Jeopardy experience include “running a category” or getting all five answers in a category correct. “It was also fun getting three different Daily Double answers correct, including a ‘true Daily Double’ in the finals,” said Cooper. With a third place finish in the finals Cooper walked away with winnings totaling $31,200. “The check was sent to me the day the last episode aired, and yes,” Cooper says with a smile, “it is liquid cash.” Cooper’s dad is quick to reply “cash that will all be used for college.” Overall it was an amazing experience for Cooper, his family, and all of his supporters and fans at Little Rock Christian Academy. 10
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STUDENTS Shine
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Seniors Build Relationships with ACCESS Students
n 2011, Little Rock’s ACCESS school, which offers full-time education, therapy, training and activities for children with learning disabilities, was in the midst of construction of a new therapy gym. Mrs. Carla Gregg, a mom with children at LRCA and ACCESS, was looking for space for the ACCESS spring prom. It was logical that Little Rock Christian could meet that need for the school which moved into its former campus on Breckenridge Drive. While meeting a need is good, the class of 2011 wanted more. They wanted to provide a memorable evening and build relationships. So they rolled out a red carpet to a decorated high school commons and put on their dancing shoes. A remarkable time was had by all. Parents stayed, and some LRCA faculty joined in the fun.
That was the beginning of a new senior class tradition that extends well beyond the prom itself. Mrs. Gregg recalls that the friendships created between the students have meant so much more than the physical space provided. Little Rock Christian students expanded relationships for those students into new circles. Girls have shopped together during the summer break, boys have played baseball, and friendships continue through Skype from college campuses. Each spring, a dozen or so of our senior students visit ACCESS about three or four weeks prior to prom. They get to know each other, plan the year’s prom theme, and determine the play list for the DJ. Their leadership reflects their faith in Christ as they joyfully serve the community. ANNUAL REVIEW
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LRCA Shines
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Warrior Hall
Enhancing Campus Life
arrior Hall has dramatically enhanced our campus with new and improved spaces for students and teachers. The facility features a sixteen computer Mac lab and a ceramics class along with art, band, choir and drama classrooms. The Great Room which seats 700 people is the home to chapels, drama productions, concerts and special events. With the addition of unique lighting and incredible sound, Warrior Hall provides a quality environment for the performing arts. Productions of “Call Me Shakespeare”, “A Christmas with C.S. Lewis”, “Peter Pan” and many choir, band and orchestra performances have entertained sold-out crowds. The lobby and halls provide attractive display spaces for visual arts.
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Warrior Hall also hosted several special events throughout the year. The “Wild about Warriors” PTF auction and the “Faith Fashion and Fill-Anthropy” luncheon, hosted by the Advancement office for our mothers and grandmothers, are two events that were previously held off-campus until the opening of Warrior Hall. Numerous guest speakers addressed students and parents in the Great Room regarding important education and parenting topics. The new facility has also allowed for improved space for professional development gatherings for over 230 faculty and staff members. We are grateful for this new facility and for the enrichments it is providing in the lives of our students, faculty, and community.
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Marching Warriors' Star Spangled Experience in Washington D.C.
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“Arise, Shine the glory of the Lord is upon you!” Isaiah 60:1
o other verse could describe the Marching Warriors’ experience in Washington D.C. this summer. Nominated by Governor Beebe, band members diligently prayed and prepared to represent the state of Arkansas in the National Independence Day Parade on July 4, 2014.
and proudly throughout their performance cheering wildly at the conclusion. One could hear the sounds of God’s glory as our warriors marched front and center, proudly bearing the cross and banner in hand, and making history with the very first marching guitarist to ever march in the Independence Day Parade.
The day of the parade was absolutely beautiful, the sun was shining with a slight breeze, as the temperature in D.C. barely crested eighty degrees. Dressed in crisp white pants and navy and green coats, Warrior Drum Majors, Maddie Gregg and Geoffrey Flemmons, proudly carried the name of Little Rock Christian Academy, displaying our love of Christ and the cross down Constitution Avenue. As Little Rock Christian’s Marching Warriors rounded the corner to start the parade, the crowd roared with excitement as the band began to play “Stars and Stripes Forever”, our beloved national march. Spectators clapped along boldly
The trip was an experience of a lifetime. Band members saw John Williams, composer of Star Wars, conduct a new arrangement of “The Star Spangled Banner” on the Capitol lawn. Students laid a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington Cemetery; toured the Pentagon, Vietnam, and World War II Memorials; and visited Mount Vernon and the United States Capitol. Our Warriors not only shined with the glory of the Lord, but will forevermore shine in the hearts of those who were in our nation’s capital on that beautiful day. A day that made us all proud to be Americans, and proud to be Little Rock Christian Warriors! ANNUAL REVIEW
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ATHLETES Shine
C4 Philosophy Taking Root and Providing a Foundation for Excellence
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ver the last five years Warrior Athletics has been recognized by the Arkansas Democrat Gazette and Arkansas Activities Association as one of the best overall athletic programs in class 5A. The Warrior name has been seen frequently on state tournament brackets in Fall, Winter and Spring Sports. The C4 (Christ-centered, Character based, Committed, Competitive) philosophy has taken root and provided the foundation for a competitive spirit that contagiously inspires and motivates participation and fan support, as well as the hiring and development of coaches who are knowledgeable in their respective sport and have established the Christ 窶田entered mentality for the athletes under their tutelage. The Warrior athletic program has garnered the reputation for developing student athletes who desire and have the
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ability to pursue athletics at the collegiate level. This past year, six athletes received scholarships to continue their dreams at the intercollegiate level, bringing the five year total to 44. However, Warrior athletes not only compete well, they also perform exceptionally well in the classroom. Warrior athletes have a combined five-year average GPA of 3.9, and this summer the Arkansas Democrat Gazette selected Ben Thompson as the Male Academic Athlete of the year and Haley Stotts as a finalist in the Female Academic Athlete of the year category. The athletic program is truly making every effort to develop a program that is Christ-centered, character based, committed, and competitive as we shine brightly for another year in the world of Arkansas athletics.
ATHLETES Shine
LRCA Athletes Continue Their Dream at Intercollegiate Level
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ALUMNI Shine
Hall Fess Class of 2009
Exhibits Outstanding Sportsmanship and Leadership On and Off the Court
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all Fess, class of 2009, is an excellent example of an all-around academic athlete. While at LRCA, Hall was named to the 5A All Conference team four times, All State tennis team three times, was State Runner-Up in 2007 and State Champion in 2008 while earning top academic status as an LRCA honor graduate. Hall continued this trend while playing tennis as a Razorback for the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. A ten-semester member of either the Chancellor’s or Dean’s list, Fess graduated cum laude last May with a degree in Supply Chain Management and double minors in Economics and German last May. During his senior season Hall led the Razorbacks in doubles victories while playing the No.2 doubles position. “I felt that LRCA prepared me well for the University of Arkansas,” said Hall. “I was trained in the art of writing, both in response to prompts and in dissecting literature. The amount of writing we did at LRCA served me well!” Perhaps Hall’s greatest accomplishment while at Arkansas was receiving the 2014 Arthur Ashe Jr., Sportsmanship and
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Leadership award for the ITA central region. The award recognizes outstanding individuals in all divisions at the regional and national level. This award goes to NCAA Divisions I, II and III, NAIA and JUCO men's and women's players who have exhibited outstanding sportsmanship and leadership as well as scholastic, extracurricular and tennis achievements. Hall was also nominated for the 2014 H. Boyd McWhorter award and was named to the 2013 and 2014 SEC Community Serve team. Hall is now teaching 7th and 8th grade math through the Teach For America program in Marianna, Arkansas. “It’s been one of the toughest things I’ve ever done but so far it’s also been a blast,” said Hall of his experience as a teacher. “It’s great to meet so many awesome, passionate people working toward making our state better. This experience has also given me an immense respect for my LRCA teachers. I owe them a huge thank you!” Upon completion of the Teach For America program Hall plans to return to the University of Arkansas to continue his academics, enrolling in the MBA program and the Clinton School of Public Service.
Sarah Johnson
ALUMNI Shine
Class of 2011
An All Star in the Rhodes College Community
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ittle Rock Christian 2011 graduate, Sarah Johnson, achieved high marks in academics and athletics as an honor graduate and point guard of the women’s conference-champion basketball team. She recently told us, “LRCA prepared me academically, and encouraged me to be involved in the LRCA community. This allowed me to develop excellent time management skills which have been an essential trait for my success at Rhodes.” Sarah is now on scholarship at Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee as a point guard for the Lady Lynx. The Rhodes women’s basketball program finished the 2013-2014 season with a top-25 ranking in two polls, tying a school record set a year ago with a record of 25-4. In addition to classes and basketball, Sarah also presides as president of her sorority. Among Sarah’s favorite LRCA memories are the trips to the State Basketball Tournament. “Those were some of the
most exciting games of my life, and the support I felt from the LRCA community and my family was indescribable.” She credits Biblical Worldview discussions as helping her the most spiritually. “The class discussions equipped me with the tools necessary to take part in conversations with those who may not share the same beliefs as me.” Now in her fourth year at Rhodes College, Sarah describes her life as incredible. “That is the only way I can describe it. …. I have grown so much as a person by being part of the Rhodes community and accepting everything the Rhodes education has to offer. LRCA instilled in me the importance of involvement and participation in your community.” So what is next for this academic, athletic all-star? Medical school is her ultimate goal. She recently submitted her application and is hopeful for a positive outcome. Knowing Sarah’s determination, her future is promising!
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BOARD of TRUST Shines
Little Rock Christian Academy Board of Trust Dear Warriors: As parents, you’ve found that Little Rock Chris tian Academy is a place where your children are thriving academically and spiritually. As you look through these pages, I trust you’l l be reminded how LRCA has been blessed over the years by generous families allowing us to expand our campus with new facilities and upgrades. We’re also proud to be a leader in integrating a vibrant biblical worldview into all areas of learning. Please pray for your Board of Trust as we remain steadfast in advancing and protecting the four institutional core values of Truth, Excellenc e, Love, and Partnership, all resting on the firm foundation of Jesus Christ. It’s a privilege to be a Warrior. In Christ,
Cara Wade Chairman, Board of Trust
Seated (left to right): Mark Leverett, Marijane Pfeiffer, Susan Martin, Cara Wade, and Steve Wade Standing: Bill Scholl, David Gatewood, William Clark, Gary Arnold, Ted Dickey, and Tad Fiser Not pictured: Gary Cooper, Drew Harper, Harry Li, Stuart Miller, and Warren Tayes
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Trustee Spotlight
BOARD of TRUST Shines
Ted Dickey “Ungrateful and selfish is my natural default,” Ted Dickey said about himself. Despite this, when Ted was invited to join the Board of Trust he was reminded to whom much is given, much is required. The “transforming effect” that LRCA was having on his kids inspired Ted to make that commitment, concluding “it would, in fact, be a premium return on my investment of time.” Ted, a lawyer and a self-described “finance bore,” spent the first part of his career seeing numbers through the lens of his work at Stephens Inc. Today, he is a partner in two real estate funds with fellow Little Rock Christian parent, Kevin Huchingson. In the community, he serves as an advisor to Innovate Arkansas and is on the boards of the Metropolitan Housing Authority, the University of Arkansas’ Technology Development Foundation, Search Ministries and Gravity Ventures. Past honors include selection to the Arkansas Business “40 under 40” list of business people in Arkansas and chairing the Arkansas Ethics Commission. LRCA’s finance committee has benefited from Ted’s expertise for several years. Ted additionally provides leadership in developing the LRCA Foundation for planned giving, along with Bill Scholl, Stuart Miller, and Steve Wade. Ted and Lila are parents to four Warriors: Grace Ann, Edward, Elizabeth and William. Together, they partner with Little Rock Christian to properly ground their kids in biblical principles, educate them in core curricula, and launch them with a Christ-centered worldview.
William Clark Inspired by a comment that Randy Likens with Search Ministries made to him: “You could be the only Bible someone ever gets exposed to,” William Clark is mindful that as a Christian, he is an example to others at all times. William serves as a deacon and Life Group Leader at Chenal Valley Church. He is also on the board of directors for Simmons Bank, the Rockefeller Cancer Institute Foundation, UAMS Foundation, and St. Vincent Foundation. He carries the legacy of his father Bill, a man who gave unselfishly of his time and resources to help others, through his leadership at Clark Contractors, LLC. A trustee of the school since 2011, William led the committee for strategic planning. He also served on the building committee during the construction of Warrior Hall. William finds it very rewarding to work with Dr. Arnold to strengthen the school and continually seek improvement. William and his wife Christy invest themselves in LRCA because they love the atmosphere. Christy serves on the Warrior Club board and has devoted hours to managing the Warrior Store. They know that their three sons are loved and prayed for every single day. William credits the school with excelling at its primary mission of education, and recognizes that the Christian teachings, safe environment, and community spirit make Little Rock Christian a great place for kids. ANNUAL REVIEW
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PTF Shines
Elementary Cabinetry
Technology
West Gate
Warrior Hall & Fine Arts
Awnings
Middle School Tables and Cabinets
Large Screen Technology in Every Classroom
Outdoor Equipment, Playground and Campus Enhancements
Parent Teacher Fellowship Building Warriors for God's Kingdom with Leadership and Partnership
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ittle Rock Christian’s nationally recognized Parent Teacher Fellowship is designed to include every parent, grandparent, and staff member from the school. For this reason, PTF does not collect membership dues but instead creatively incorporates all Warrior families in their support of LRCA. The organization gives leadership to programs that support classroom and campus enhancements, as well as events that build our community of staff and families. Well organized parent volunteers are almost always on campus and at school events. The Parent Teacher Fellowship is arranged into eight teams, each with a unique purpose. This gives parents and grandparents a specific smaller group in which to participate based on their individual interests or age of their students. Elementary, Middle School, Junior High and High School teams provide support to each of our buildings. The Parent Teacher Fellowship is led by an experienced Board of Directors, which includes parents with a variety of past and 20
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current professional experience. Their goal, when placing volunteers, is to match an individual’s interests, talents, and time availability with a position they will truly enjoy. Little Rock Christian greatly benefits from their service in areas such as development, community-building and school services. The Friends of the Arts organization has been incorporated into PTF this year in order to better facilitate the group’s service to our fine arts programs. Lynn Beardsley serves as the current president of the Parent Teacher Fellowship. Lynn worked professionally as a critical care nurse for 15 years and has served on numerous community boards and program committees. Lynn says, “I initially chose to get involved at Little Rock Christian Academy simply because this is where my children attend school. I wanted to support their educational experience. Now, however, I realize a bigger picture. Any time given, money raised, encouragement shared all goes to one ultimate goal: Building warriors for God’s Kingdom through LRCA. It is a real blessing to serve alongside the talented group God has crafted this year on the PTF Board.”
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Warrior Club Going Above and Beyond to Support Warrior Athletics
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arrior Club is the Booster Club which supports Warrior athletics above and beyond the school operating budget. Along with raising funds for capital projects and equipment needs for our athletic teams, the Warrior Club also provides volunteers who man concession stands, sell spirit wear, and encourage a positive spirit at all of our competitions. Last year, under the leadership of President Jennifer Day, Warrior club awarded college scholarships to four athletes and purchased team uniforms for several sports. Over the summer Warrior Club, combined with Annual Fund giving, completed substantial facility projects including the addition of new restrooms at Warrior Field and the remodeling of coaches’ offices in the Warrior Athletic building.
The expansion and redesign of the Warrior Store has seen increased sales to begin the school year with a variety of new brands and warrior-wear styles available. Parent volunteers lovingly support our coaches with gift baskets and monthly lunches. This year’s President, Scotty Caroom, and a board of faithful parents lead the Warrior Club. The board works tirelessly to raise money through memberships, season passes, program sales, advertising, warrior wear sales, concession and gate sales, and the annual golf tournament held in May. Fans of Warrior Athletics support our student athletes with their turnout and school spirit at hundreds of games annually.
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ANNUAL FUND Shines
ANNUAL FUND Providing Essential Support for LRCA
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fter years of capital campaigns to build out our campus, increase technology, and provide resources for classroom enhancement, we have introduced another giving option, the Annual Fund. It’s designed to provide essential support for our Christian, independent, collegiate academy. The Little Rock Christian Board of Trust is committed to charge what it actually costs to educate a child, no more or no less, thus leading us to an optimal Annual Fund model. Our model yields only value-added results. That means every dollar given to the Annual Fund goes to enhance, not make up a gap in revenue, in one of five broad categories determined by school leadership. These categories include professional development for teachers, curriculum resources, financial assistance, campus and equipment enhancements, and an endowment fund for long-term financial stability. Why is an Annual Fund so important? It’s simple, because tuition dollars don’t allow for improvements to be made on campus. Advancements to our programs and student classroom experiences, come from the support of our partners.
During our inaugural year we received the blessing of $650,000 in gifts to the Annual Fund. Every single dollar was used to enhance Little Rock Christian Academy. Thanks to our donors, 32 students whose families fit our mission but couldn’t afford our full tuition are now Warriors for 2014-2015. Our elementary nurses’ station was expanded and improved. The long lines at the Warrior Field restrooms have become a thing of the past with new facilities. New curriculum-mapping software was funded, along with additional development opportunities for teachers. Designated gifts to the Annual Fund also provided for new athletic and arts equipment as well as enhanced technology. Lastly, an endowment fund was established with $100,000 from Annual Fund giving. None of this could have happened without families blessing the school with gifts, some designated and many given without restriction, to better our Warrior experience. Thank you to every Warrior who supports our Annual Fund, both last year and this year and for years to come.
“…Our child has had a wonderful experience at LRCA, and here was a perfect opportunity to share LRCA with a family in need. Before this experience, I had no idea the Annual Fund was used for these types of situations. We feel so blessed to be part of LRCA, and the Annual Fund enabled us to extend this blessing to others.” - LRCA Parent 22
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Annual Fund ($650,000)
Gifts & Fund Raising Revenues
Booster Club Net Revenues ($405,000)
Capital Campaign Giving ($225,000)
Your Giving at Work Financial Assistance ($130,000) Curriculum and Technology ($175,000) Booster Clubs Program Expenses ($170,000)
Warrior Hall ($300,000)
Endowment ($100,000)
Gifts Uses Campus Improvements ($405,000)
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Financial Data (unaudited)
REVENUES ($12.7 MILLION)
Tuition and Student Fees (92%) Annual and Capital Campaign Contributions (7%)
Other (1%)
EXPENSES ($12.7 MILLION)
Educational Programs (68%)
Campus Support/ Operations (19%)
Administrative (9%)
Interest (4%)
LONG-TERM DEBT OUTSTANDING ($7.4 MILLION AT JUNE 30, 2014) $16,000,000 $13,000,000
$10,000,000 $7,000,000
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2013-2014 Contributors Committed partners 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:
GOLDEN TRIANGLE ($10,000.00 + )
1977 SOCIETY ($1,000 - $4,999 )
Arkansas Baptist Foundation Mr. Paul R. Bowersock and Mrs. Lynette Bowersock Dr. Tim Burson and Mrs. Cindy Burson Mr. William E. Clark and Mrs. Christy S. Clark Mr. Larry Crain Jr. and Mrs. Joy Crain Dr. Carter Dalton and Mrs. Kate Dalton Fortson Family Partnership (Eugene Fortson, Grant Fortson and Gaylia Bailey) Friends of the Arts Mr. Brent Gasaway and Mrs. Sharilyn S. Gasaway Mr. Frank D. Hickingbotham Mr. Herren C. Hickingbotham and Mrs. Susan Hickingbotham Mr. Michael M. Hui and Mrs. Paige Hui Mr. Matthew R. Jones and Mrs. Patricia S. Jones Mr. Ed Ligon and Mrs. Judith W. Ligon Dr. Kenneth A. Martin and Mrs. Susan Martin National Christian Foundation National Philanthropic Trust Parent Teacher Fellowship Ms. Rene Proctor Mr. T. S. Proctor Mr. Michael Rainwater and Mrs. Kathy M. Rainwater Mr. Frank T. Ramey and Mrs. Linda S. Ramey Mr. Kenneth R. Turner Dr. Ernie Woodard and Dr. Tacy Woodard
Mr. Lowell O. Adams and Mrs. Elizabeth Adams Dr. Gary E. Allen and Mrs. Amy K. Allen Arkansas Urology Mr. Corwin K. Arnold Dr. Gary B. Arnold and Mrs. Karen C. Arnold Ms. Shelby J. Avery Bank of America Mr. John M. Bentley and Mrs. Judi H. Bentley Dr. Michael L. Blanscet and Mrs. Jennifer P. Blanscet Dr. Richard Blaszak and Mrs. Christine Blaszak Mr. Gordon Blocker and Mrs. Shawna Blocker Ms. Jan Bolton Dr. Renee A. Bornemeier and Mr. Richard L. Bornemeier Mr. Jeffrey L. Brantly and Mrs. DeAwna J. Brantly Mr. Delton Brown and Mrs. Kimberly Brown Cardiac and Vascular Surgeons, P.A. Mr. Stephen Carlisle and Mrs. Holly Carlisle Mr. Michael A. Clements and Mrs. Julie A. Clements Mr. Joseph D. Colacino and Mrs. Joanne Colacino Mr. George E. Collins and Mrs. M'Liss Collins Computer Systems and Services, Inc. Mr. Todd Coney and Mrs. Tina Coney Mr. Gary Cooper and Mrs. Monica Cooper Mr. Larry Crain and Mrs. Janett Crain Delta Mass Appraisal Services, Inc. Mr. Todd Denton and Mrs. Amy Denton Mr. Edward Dickey and Mrs. Lila Dickey Drs. Woodard and Sundell Mr. Pat DuBose and Mrs. Helen DuBose Dr. Peter D. Emanuel and Mrs. Carla R. Emanuel Mr. Sherman Eoff and Mrs. Cindy Eoff Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Fields Family Foundation Mr. Kris Fischer and Mrs. Lisa Fischer Mr. Grant E. Fortson and Mrs. Jaime S. Fortson Mr. William L. Freeman Dr. Jon David Fuller and Mrs. Kristi Fuller Mr. David A. Gatewood and Mrs. Deborah A. Gatewood Mr. Scott Gentry and Mrs. Lisa J. Gentry Mr. James K. Gibbs and Mrs. Ann Marie Gibbs Mr. Phil Glover and Mrs. Michele Glover Mr. Curtis T. Hampton Mr. Thornton Hardie and Mrs. Susie Hardie Mr. Michael S. Hart and Mrs. Lisa Hart Mr. Tom Hill and Mrs. Debbie Hill Dr. William R. Hogan and Mrs. Sharon A. Hogan
PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE ($5,000 - $9,999 ) Mr. Ronald M. Cameron Mr. Scotty Caroom and Mrs. Charlotte Caroom Mr. Phillip W. Cox and Mrs. Lois J. Cox Dr. Van H. DeBruyn and Mrs. Dana DeBruyn Mr. Todd A. Greer and Mrs. Charlotte L. Greer Mr. Edwin N. Harpole and Mrs. Kimberly K. Harpole Mr. Kevin H. Huchingson and Mrs. Dianna K. Huchingson Dr. James A. Karrh and Mrs. Alison Karrh Mr. Robert W. Keltner and Mrs. Amy C. Keltner Mr. Fred Lord and Mrs. Karen Lord Mr. Stuart Miller and Mrs. Mitzi Miller Mr. Mark C. Milton and Mrs. Angie Milton Mr. Stanley Payne and Mrs. Catherine Payne Splash Investment Group The Hardie Family Fund of the Dallas Foundation Dr. Shannon R. Turner and Mr. Derek M. Turner
Dr. Stephen A. Hudson and Mrs. Mary D. Hudson Mr. Michael A. Johnson and Mrs. Kelly C. Johnson Mr. Billy Johnston and Mrs. Georgia Johnston Mr. Tracey L. Jones and Mrs. Michelle L. Jones Dr. Peter J. Kim and Dr. Elizabeth Kim Dr. Kenneth R. Knecht and Mrs. Carrie W. Knecht Mr. Thomas M. Lee Lighthouse Group, LLC Dr. Frank J. LoRusso and Mrs. Desiree B. LoRusso Mr. Jim Mabry and Mrs. Jamie Mabry Dr. Dawn Martin and Mr. H.C. Martin Dr. Ronald J. Martin and Dr. Terri L. Martin Mr. Matt McClendon and Mrs. Suzanne McClendon Mr. Scott McElmurry and Mrs. Angela McElmurry Mr. John D. McMorran and Mrs. April McMorran Members Give Dr. Katherine B. Mitchell and Mr. Justin T. Mitchell Mr. Stephen Northington and Mrs. Debbie Northington Mr. Dan L. Parker and Mrs. Glenda G. Parker Mr. Robert Parker and Mrs. Tammy Parker Mr. Keith Pfeiffer and Mrs. Marijane Pfeiffer Mr. Curtis J. Quickel and Mrs. Angela Quickel Mr. Steve Reddin and Mrs. Connie Reddin Rees Construction LLC Mr. Jason Roach and Mrs. Beth Roach Roberts Law Firm, P.A. Dr. Deanna Ruddell and Mr. John Ruddell Mr. William C. Scholl and Mrs. Linda L. Scholl Mr. Ken W. Shew and Mrs. Tasha T. Shew Dr. Charles Stearns and Mrs. Valerie Stearns Mr. James M. Teague and Mrs. Deborah O. Teague The Benevity Community Impact Fund Mr. Reed Thompson and Mrs. Susie Q. Thompson Mr. Warren R. Underwood and Mrs. Andrea L. Underwood Mr. Tommy C. Vaughan and Mrs. Martha Vaughan Verizon Wireless Mr. Guy A. Wade and Mrs. Cara M. Wade Mr. Steven C. Wade and Mrs. Virginia L. Wade Dr. Gerald T. Ware and Mrs. Melinda L. Ware Mr. Steven Warren and Mrs. Marci Warren Mr. Johnny Watson and Mrs. Marilyn Watson Mr. Craig Westbrook and Mrs. Andrea Westbrook Mr. Gene H. Whisenhunt and Mrs. Kathy L. Whisenhunt Ms. Ruth A. Williams
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2013-2014 CONTRIBUTORS THE WARRIOR WAY ($1 - $999 ) Dr. James R. Adametz and Mrs. Zada Adametz Ms. Sally A. Adams Ms. Helen J. Adkins Mr. Al Alberius and Mrs. Binnie Alberius Mr. Randy Alberius and Mrs. Lisa Alberius Dr. Al Alexander and Mrs. Cathy Alexander Mr. Keith A. Allred Ms. Tracie Allred Mr. William L. Ammel and Mrs. Christi M. Ammel Mr. James L. Anderson Mr. Neil E. Anderson and Mrs. Gail H. Anderson Anonymous Dr. Scott R. Archer and Mrs. Kathie Archer Mr. Tom E. Armstrong and Mrs. Nancy K. Armstrong Mr. Leslie Arnold and Mrs. Cheryl Arnold Ms. Patricia E. Arnold Ms. Karen B. Atchley Mr. Richard Atwill and Mrs. Glenda Atwill Dr. John G. Baden and Mrs. RoseAnn Baden Dr. Tom B. Bailey and Mrs. Becky Bailey Dr. Chris Bakke and Mrs. Sandy Bakke Mr. James G. Banks and Mrs. Christy L. Banks Barry M. Corkern and Company, Inc. Mr. Michael Baxley and Mrs. Andrea Baxley B-B Oil Company, Inc. Mr. Joshua Bearden and Mrs. Amanda K. Bearden Mr. John A. Beck Mr. Scott E. Bennett and Mrs. Heather C. Bennett Dr. William H. Benton and Mrs. Elizabeth M. Benton Mr. Dan Berry and Mrs. Cindy S. Berry Miss Sarah E. Berry Dr. Thomas H. Best and Mrs. Faith A. Best Mr. Mike Biggs and Mrs. Laurie Biggs Mr. Mark Billingsley and Mrs. Susan Billingsley Mr. Bill Black and Mrs. Dipti Black Mr. Dickie Black and Mrs. Linda Black Mr. Joshua Bland Mr. Wyck T. Blankenship and Mrs. Lisa C. Blankenship Mr. John L. Boles and Mrs. Amy F. Boles Mr. R. G. Bone and Mrs. Sandy Bone Mr. Boyd Boshears and Mrs. Camie Boshears Mr. Charles C. Bostwick and Mrs. Marci Bostwick Mr. Roger Bowman and Mrs. Debbie Bowman Mr. Ryan A. Bowman and Mrs. Cortney J. Bowman Ms. Mary S. Bowser Mr. Charles P. Boyd and Mrs. Janet Y. Boyd Mr. Barry Brandt and Mrs. Heidi Brandt Mr. Tom Brannon and Mrs. Leigh Ann Brannon Ms. Betty M. Braswell Mr. John S. Brewton and Mrs. Jackie L. Brewton Mr. Phillip B. Bridges Ms. Kristi Broglen Mr. Grant W. Brower and Mrs. Kris Brower Mrs. Melanie Buchanan Mr. David Bunting and Mrs. Sharon Bunting Mr. Danny W. Burnett and Mrs. Nicole Burnett Mr. Scott A. Caldwell Mrs. Lauren Callaham Mr. Jason L. Carson and Mrs. Ashley E. Carson Ms. Donna S. Carter Mr. Amer Chami and Mrs. Ann S. Chami Mrs. Margaret Cheatham
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Mr. James F. Chrisman and Mrs. Joyce Chrisman Mr. Ronald R. Collins and Mrs. Diane R. Collins Dr. Ronnie T. Collins and Dr. Margaret Collins Mr. Jeff Cook and Mrs. Caroline Cook Reverend Robert M. Cook and Mrs. Kimberly Cook Mrs. Mary K. Cooper Mr. Asa Cottrell and Mrs. Beth Ann Cottrell Ms. Dorothy L. Cox Dr. September W. Crabtree and Mr. John Crabtree Ms. Linda Craig Miss Aaren Crews Mr. Phillip Crow and Mrs. Nancy Crow Mr. Rick Cruzen and Mrs. Heather Cruzen Mr. H.E. Cummins Ms. Kay Daniels Mr. Mark E. Daril and Mrs. Virginia Daril Mr. Chris Davis and Mrs. Allison Davis Mr. Kenneth B. Davis and Mrs. Keli Davis Mr. Mark A. Davis and Mrs. Tammie S. Davis Mr. Oscar E. Davis and Mrs. Laura Davis Mrs. Pam Davis Mr. Aaron A. DeLorme and Mrs. Rose DeLorme Mr. Jason DiLeo and Mrs. Amie DiLeo Mr. Michael C. DiLeo and Mrs. Florence E. DiLeo Mr. John Divito Mr. Jon Dodson and Mrs. Robyn Dodson Mr. Robert E. Dreher and Mrs. Peggy Dreher Mr. Richard W. Dunn and Mrs. Ellen G. Dunn Mrs. Rachel W. Ekenseair Mr. Doug Elkins and Mrs. Patricia Elkins Ms. Anne England Mr. Daniel L. Erlandson Mr. Jay Ferguson Mr. Greg Fielder and Mrs. Melony Fielder Mr. James Fink and Mrs. Lisa Fink Dr. Richard T. Fiser and Mrs. Laura D. Fiser Mr. Bill Fisher and Mrs. Kathryn Fisher Mr. Gordon P. Flake and Mrs. Cristina Q. Flake Mr. Matthew Foster and Mrs. Claire Foster Mr. John Fowler and Mrs. Jana K. Fowler Mr. Keith R. Franklin and Mrs. Lillian L. Franklin Mrs. Shannon D. Fratesi Mr. Matthew R. Frederick and Mrs. Susan H. Frederick Mr. Kevin A. Freier and Mrs. Gayle E. Freier Mr. Thomas N. Frye and Mrs. Deloris S. Frye Miss Kimberly C. Fullerton Mr. Allen A. Furrey and Mrs. Darleen A. Furrey Mr. Charles L. Garland and Mrs. Janet P. Garland Mr. Jim Garner Mr. W. R. Giles and Mrs. Patsy S. Giles Mr. Dennis Gilliam and Mrs. Melissa Gilliam Mrs. Katherine Gipson Givens Company, LLC Mr. Nicholas G. Gladden and Mrs. Patricia G. Gladden Dr. Anthony K. Gordon and Dr. Gayle S. Gordon Mr. Bill Greenwood and Mrs. Sandra R. Greenwood Mr. Frederick B. Gregg and Mrs. Carla M. Gregg Mr. Harvey E. Griffin and Mrs. Molly Griffin Mr. Jeffrey W. Griffin and Mrs. Jacquelyn R. Griffin Mr. Paul Griffin and Mrs. Natalie Griffin Dr. Robert Griffin and Mrs. Amy Griffin Mr. Mark S. Guinee and Mrs. Brenda S. Guinee Mr. Stephen D. Guymon
Ms. Suzanne Guymon Mrs. Carolyn L. Hall Mr. Robert G. Hall and Mrs. Doris E. Hall Mr. Shawn Hall and Mrs. Angela Hall Mr. Kevin Hambrice and Mrs. Rosemary Hambrice Ms. Kristina Hambrice Ms. Sarah L. Hambrice Dr. Carrie L. Hankins and Mr. Jeffrey K. Hankins Mr. Drew Harper and Mrs. Michelle Sample-Harper Mr. Danny Harris and Mrs. Tammy Harris Ms. Linda A. Harvey Mr. Ralph Hawkins and Mrs. Wilma Hawkins Mr. Shawn Hawkins and Mrs. Bridget Hawkins Mr. Jon S. Hedges and Mrs. Janet Hedges Mr. Scott Hendren and Mrs. June M. Hendren Mr. James Henrich and Mrs. Jill Henrich Mr. Simon R. Hewitt Mr. Stanley L. Hill Mr. Jim Hilscher and Mrs. Elaine K. Hilscher Mr. William Hoag Mr. Matthew Hodges and Mrs. Danielle Hodges Ms. Kathleen Hogan Mr. Richard E. Hogan and Mrs. Beverly Hogan Dr. Rex M. Horne and Mrs. Becky Horne Ms. Margie Houff Miss Rebecca A. Howell Lieutenant Colonel James Hudson and Mrs. Elizabeth M. Hudson Ms. Anna Hundley Ms. Renee D. Hutson Mr. Boyd Irby and Mrs. Michelle Irby Mrs. Sharon Irvin Mr. Vernon Irvin and Mrs. Sarah Irvin Mr. Hermann Ivester and Mrs. Carolyn R. Ivester Mr. John A. Ivester and Mrs. Angelica Ivester Mrs. Leslyn Jacks Mr. Mark W. Jansen and Mrs. Heidi Jansen Dr. Susanne K. Jeffus and Mr. Brandon C. Jeffus Mr. Jay M. Johnson and Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson Mr. Wallace Johnson and Mrs. Kim Johnson Mr. David Johnston and Mrs. Mona Johnston Mr. Eric P. Johnston and Mrs. Susan R. Johnston Mrs. Barbara Jolliff Dr. Kevin G. Jones and Mrs. Cynthia R. Jones Mr. Stephen C. Jones and Mrs. Tammy L. Jones Mr. Kevin O. Kelley and Mrs. Tracy E. Kelley Mr. Evan R. Kenyon and Mrs. Carla Kenyon Mr. Michael E. Kepesky and Mrs. Karen W. Kepesky Mr. Charles Y. Kim and Mrs. Mary H. Kim Mr. Justin H. Kirkes Mr. Jim Knox and Mrs. Jeanne T. Knox Mr. Jimmy F. Kuhn and Mrs. Shelly Kuhn Mr. James A. Kurfess and Mrs. Barbara B. Kurfess Mr. Leland Kurfess and Mrs. Catherine E. Kurfess Mr. Craig Lair and Mrs. Wendy Lair Mr. Steve Landers and Mrs. Sandra L. Landers Mr. Steven J. Landers and Mrs. Karmen L. Landers Mr. Robert B. Landry and Mrs. Elizabeth Landry Mr. James E. Langford and Mrs. Jamie L. Langford Mr. L. K. Langum and Mrs. Terri Langum Mr. Robert Lee and Mrs. Laurie A. Lee Mr. Darrell A. Leonhardt and Mrs. Nancy C. Leonhardt Mr. Harry W. Li and Mrs. Melanie M. Li Ms. Shawn Linwood
2013-2014 CONTRIBUTORS Mr. Jeronimo Lopez and Mrs. Marilu Lopez Mrs. Hui-Fang Lu Mr. Harry Lubansky and Mrs. Marian Lubansky Mr. Jimmy Lynch and Mrs. Mary E. Lynch Mr. David S. MacFarlane and Mrs. Mitzi J. MacFarlane Mr. Don R. Magnuson Ms. Vida C. Martin Mr. Shea R. Mathews and Mrs. Sarah M. Mathews Mr. J. T. May Mr. William Maynard Mr. Barry J. McCaskill Ms. Caroline McDaniel Mr. Brett M. McLeod and Mrs. Cynthia McLeod Mr. Darrell McMellon and Mrs. Brenda McMellon Mr. Matt McNeely and Mrs. Dee McNeely Mr. Matthew McSweeney and Mrs. Katie McSweeney Mrs. Jennifer K. Medford Mr. Russell Melton and Mrs. Sue Melton Mr. Ronald A. Meredith and Mrs. Delores A. Meredith Mrs. Rachael Metcalf Mr. Harry F. Milligan and Mrs. Mary E. Milligan Mr. Bruce B. Milstein and Mrs. Jennifer J. Milstein Mr. Carl Minden and Mrs. Angela Minden Dr. George K. Mitchell and Mrs. Martha W. Mitchell Ms. Marie C. Mitchell Dr. Christopher Mocek and Mrs. May M. Mocek Mr. Jeffrey T. Molleston and Mrs. Jennifer L. Molleston Dr. Lori Montgomery and Mr. Robert H. Montgomery Mr. Billy W. Moore and Mrs. Margie V. Moore Mr. Charles R. Morey and Mrs. Sally R. Morey Mr. John M. Morton and Mrs. Denise Morton Dr. Jim A. Muller and Mrs. Susan Muller Ms. Jamie Murphy Reverend Samuel Murrell Mr. Lamar Murry and Mrs. LeAnn Murry Mrs. Linda O. Neaves Mr. Roy H. Neblett and Mrs. Julia H. Neblett Mr. Joe Neff and Mrs. Dana Neff Mr. Alex Nesterenko and Mrs. Linda Nesterenko Mr. Chris Newell and Mrs. Paula Newell Mr. Jim Newell Mr. Kenneth E. Newsom and Mrs. Patty P. Newsom Mr. Franklin Newton and Mrs. Patricia Newton Mrs. Christina Nipper Ms. Debbie Norman Dr. Rebecca A. Nowell and Mr. Britton L. Nowell Mr. James B. Nuttall and Mrs. Gail P. Nuttall Mr. William C. O'Donnell and Mrs. Marie O'Donnell Mr. Bill Otis and Mrs. Angela Otis Mr. Nicholas J. Panyard and Mrs. Lona Panyard Mr. Richard Parker and Mrs. Nancy G. Parker Mr. Ben G. Parkinson and Mrs. Aimee A. Parkinson Mr. Anthony Pavan and Mrs. Jordan Pavan Mr. Joe Pennington and Mrs. Patricia Pennington Mr. Rance Perkins and Mrs. Martha A. Perkins Mr. Jeremy M. Perrone and Mrs. Elizabeth B. Perrone
Mr. Steven B. Petersen Ms. Janey Pettit Mr. Paul D. Phelps and Mrs. Jennifer K. Phelps Mr. David Phillips and Mrs. Lisa Phillips Mr. Tom Planchon and Mrs. Luanne Planchon Mr. Preston K. Polson and Mrs. Ann K. Polson Dr. David N. Pope and Mrs. Paula R. Pope Mr. Kelton Price and Mrs. Christy Price Mrs. Olga Probst Progressive Therapy Leading You to Wellness Mr. Gary Proud and Mrs. Angie Proud Mr. Michael E. Raine and Mrs. Ruby E. Raine Mr. Jay Ramsey and Mrs. Terra Ramsey Mr. Jim Ramsey and Mrs. Judy Ramsey Mr. Willis L. Razor and Mrs. Sharon L. Razor Mr. William V. Rickard and Mrs. June M. Goddard-Rickard Mrs. Robyn Robb Mr. John L. Robbins and Mrs. Diane T. Robbins Mr. Mike L. Roberts and Mrs. Deborah W. Roberts Ms. Glenda M. Robertson Mr. Paul A. Robertson and Mrs. Lindsey Robertson Mr. John V. Ronza and Mrs. Paula C. Ronza Ms. Susan Rose Ms. Louise Rutledge Dr. Marsha Salman and Mr. Patrick Salman Mr. Alan Sanden and Mrs. Jill Sanden Mrs. Brittan E. Sanders Mr. David W. Sanders and Mrs. Sally J. Sanders Mr. Louis Sanford and Mrs. Shelley Sanford Mr. Michael D. Satterwhite and Mrs. Heather L. Satterwhite Mr. Keith Schaedig and Mrs. Karen Schaedig Mr. Eric J. Schmidt and Mrs. Marthalyn Schmidt Mr. Jared Selby Dr. Heath R. Showalter and Mrs. Laura W. Showalter Dr. John A. Shuffield and Mrs. Pamela M. Shuffield Ms. Betty T. Sinnette Mr. Darrell Smith and Mrs. Diana I. Smith Mrs. Rebecca A. Smith Mr. Scott Smith and Mrs. Hollie A. Smith Mr. Jay A. Smithson and Mrs. Merri J. Smithson Mr. Shannon Spangler and Mrs. Stacy Spangler Mr. Kevin L. Spann and Mrs. Jennifer L. Spann Mr. Jim P. Spradley and Mrs. Carolyn S. Spradley Dr. Royce A. Stanford, Jr. and Mrs. Cynthia L. Stanford Mr. John K. Stauffer Mr. William Stevens and Mrs. Juliet L. Stevens Dr. Michael R. Stone and Mrs. Beverly Stone Mr. Jeffrey L. Strickland and Mrs. Teru L. Strickland Mr. Burnell Summerford Mrs. Susan O. Sutton Mr. Michael Swedenburg and Mrs. Terri Swedenburg Mr. Shane Sweetin and Mrs. Kim Sweetin Mr. Bryce Swindler and Mrs. Sheri Swindler Ms. Kimberlee S. Swindler Mr. David Tarpley and Mrs. Heather J. Tarpley Mr. Warren Tayes and Mrs. Amy Tayes Mr. Lewis F. Taylor and Mrs. Melody R. Taylor Mr. Joseph Teague
Mr. Samuel R. Tedder Mr. Dewain Tennant and Mrs. Charlotte Tennant The Kula Foundation Mr. George H. Thompson and Mrs. Kathryn B. Thompson Thrivent Choice Mr. Johnny Tollett and Mrs. Amber Tollett Mr. Richard M. Toney and Mrs. Jacquelyn E. Toney Mr. John A. Trembley and Mrs. Susan A. Trembley Ms. Andrea Trieschmann Mr. Carroll L. Tucker and Mrs. June L. Tucker Mr. Thomas W. Tull and Mrs. Dana E. Tull Mr. Brian K. Turner and Mrs. Lisa A. Turner Van Brimer Family Foundation Dr. Rudy L. Van Hemert and Mrs. Donna Van Hemert Mr. Michael P. Vanderford and Mrs. Stephenie Vanderford Mr. David Wahlfeld and Mrs. Sharen S. Wahlfeld Mr. James R. Walden and Mrs. Patty Walden Mr. Glenn Walker and Mrs. Teresa Walker Mr. Tom M. Waller and Mrs. Pauline H. Waller Mr. Brian I. Watkins and Mrs. Stacy A. Watkins Mr. Jeff Weaver and Mrs. Stacy Weaver Mr. Dee E. Webb and Mrs. Susan B. Webb Mr. Evan O. Weiner and Mrs. Kathleen L. Weiner Dr. Michael F. Weiner and Mrs. Kim A. Weiner Mr. David Wengel and Mrs. Sarah Wengel Westower Communications, Inc. Mr. Darren Wheeler and Mrs. Paulette Wheeler Mr. Jay K. White and Mrs. Laura M. White Mr. Jim White Dr. Justin S. White and Mrs. Cynthia A. White Mr. Marc White and Mrs. Holley White Mr. Marty White and Mrs. Rita White Mr. Sidney White and Mrs. Clarene White Mr. Mark B. Whitesell and Mrs. Kim Whitesell Mr. Howard J. Wiechern and Mrs. Leigh Ann Wiechern Miss Laura M. Wilkie Mr. Danny J. Williams and Mrs. Nancy S. Williams Mr. David Williams and Mrs. Gail Williams Dr. Paul E. Williams and Mrs. Cheryl E. Williams Mr. James C. Williamson and Mrs. Jacqueline N. Williamson Dr. Mark E. Wilson and Mrs. Jennifer Wilson Mr. Brett Wingfield and Mrs. Stacy Wingfield Mr. Jeff M. Wingfield and Mrs. Judy L. Wingfield Mr. Marvin W. Winston and Mrs. Margaret A. Winston Mr. David W. Wood and Mrs. Allison N. Wood Mr. Fred A. Wood and Mrs. Nancy J. Wood Mr. Glen Woodruff and Mrs. Tamra Woodruff Mr. Edwin A. Woolf and Mrs. Sharon D. Woolf Mr. Chris Wren and Mrs. Christina Wren Mr. Kirk S. Wygal and Mrs. Christy Wygal Mr. Gary Yarbrough and Mrs. Carnell Yarbrough Mr. James T. Yarbrough and Mrs. Patsy C. Yarbrough Dr. Kevin G. Yarbrough and Mrs. Darla D. Yarbrough Mr. Lang Zimmerman and Mrs. Sara Zimmerman Dr. Terrance J. Zuerlein and Dr. Nancy W. Zuerlein Ms. Linda D. Zust
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Our goal for 2014-2015 is $500,000. Your participation impacts students this year and in the years to come. Every gift, no matter the amount, is important. Will you please consider giving to the Annual Fund today? For more information about giving, please contact the Advancement office. Little Rock Christian Academy serves families, churches and the community by providing a PK – 12th grade education characterized by excellence in the pursuit of truth from a Christ-centered worldview.
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