Students chosen by their teachers and principals because Third grader Lorelai Waller is a beautiful example of how God intended us to see those around us. She sees her classmates as unique creations of God and sees past any flaws. She exemplifies biblical values. The verses that come to mind about Lorelai’s character are Ephesians 5:1-2 – “Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.”
Zach Powers is a great sixth grader. A new student joined our school who had recently moved to the United States. Not only was CCS a new school, but everything was new for this student. Zach reached out to the new student and was a true friend; he helped with explaining the daily schedule, what to expect during athletics, the rules of football and any other questions that might arise. Zach saw someone who needed a friend and he stepped into that gap without being asked. Zach is an example of the values that are upheld at CCS—kindness, generosity, selflessness. Senior Elizabeth Richardson has a quiet, yet fun-loving spirit in her. She has qualities of compassion, availability, enthusiasm, joyfulness, obedience, self-control, responsibility and sincerity. She is a blessing to be around and her friends are drawn to her for many of these same qualities. She can almost always be seen with a smile on her face which also demonstrates godly love for the people around her.
Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love,
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CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
