Epiphany Annual Report 2014-2015

THE EPIPHANY SCHOOL of

GLOBAL STUDIES

Annual Report 2014-2015

THE EPIPHANY SCHOOL of

GLOBAL STUDIES Board of Trustees Nicholas Sparks Catherine Sparks Missy Blackerby Ken Gray John Hawkins Tracey Lorentzen Jennie Mangun LeeAnn Skladan

Epiphany Administration Dwight Carlblom Headmaster David Wang Assistant Headmaster Principal of Upper School Ryan Seeger Principal of Middle School Michelle Grenier Principal of Lower School Erin Hartman Director of Finance Rhonda Bernthal Director of Advancement Janet Foley Director of Admissions Sandra Haddock Director of Global Education Ed Koffenberger Director of Spiritual Life Allison Forester Director of Learning Services Bobbi Jo Kelly Director of Technology Joe Olivieri Director of Creative and Performing Arts Skip Nitardy Director of Athletics

Letter from the Headmaster As I reflect back on this past year that featured so many impressive accomplishments at Epiphany, the first word that comes to mind is “grateful�. I am grateful to be a member of a community where I witness the growth and learning of our students each day. I am grateful for the talented and dedicated faculty and staff. I am especially grateful that we have so many loyal and generous members of the Epiphany community whose efforts make it all possible.

Alumni, parents, grandparents, trustees, faculty, staff and friends made gifts to Epiphany this past year. In the pages that follow you will find the names of those whose assistance provides the means for us to advance our mission and stay true to core values. We are indeed educating our students for lives of leadership and service, challenging them to uncover their gifts, kindling their passion for discovery, and encouraging each of them to explore their place in the larger world. To each of you listed here, let me again thank you for supporting our efforts to achieve these goals.

The 2015-2016 school year promises to be great! I hope I can count on your support as we continue to offer the finest educational opportunities to our students.

Go Falcons!

Respect, Responsibility,

&

Service Integrity

Dwight Carlblom, PhD Headmaster

Thank You students parents faculty staff board members grandparents alumni alumni parents friends donors volunteers

Together we are Stronger!

Epiphany Financial Overview Long before we opened our doors, Nicholas and Catherine Sparks had a vision for a school that would be unique in the world of K-12 education. They imagined a Christian school that offered a 21st century education that took into account the importance of understanding the world. They imagined a school where students became fluent in another language, traveled to foreign countries, and where students would receive an education that would allow them to be admitted – and thrive – in the most prestigious universities in the country.

They also understood that a school offering such an education would be expensive and perhaps beyond the means of most of our families. Yet, Nicholas and Catherine were undaunted. In Nicholas’ words: “Education changed my life, and the education I received growing up prepared me for the world I’d be facing in the future.”

Nicholas Sparks grew up in what most people today would consider poverty; it wasn’t until he was eight that his family could afford a car; he was eighteen before he ever visited a dentist. What his parent lacked in finances, however, was more than made up by their strong moral values and the belief that education offered the chance for a different kind of future. That belief has never waned, and it eventually led Nicholas and Catherine Sparks to found The Epiphany School of Global Studies.

Over the past 10 years, the Sparks have given their time and energy to the school; they’ve volunteered for thousands of hours and have committed the financial resources necessary to make this school what it is today.

To date, they’ve donated nearly $20 Million, and it is due to their enormous generosity that the school has been able to grow at such an unprecedented rate. A school of this quality, with it’s unique vision and a yearly budget of over $4 million, would normally take close to 25 years to establish, yet it’s been accomplished in less than half that time.

As the school enters its second decade of existence, the Sparks have begun to move away from providing financial support for operations. Instead, they support programs, activities and infrastructure that make our school the wonderful place that it is. The Sparks continue to pay down our debt by $1 million each year – the next donation will occur in the spring – and school debt should reach zero within the next three years. They also continue to donate to the Global Studies Program in the amount of approximately $150,000 annually.

These funds make it possible for our students to experience the world beyond our borders. A high percentage of our students travel to foreign countries, a percentage that dwarfs the numbers offered by any other school in the country. This year, Mr. Sparks also contributed an additional $30,000 to fund a year-long professional development program that focuses on enriching our faculty & administration which, in effect, benefits our students.

As we celebrate our 10th year we are closer than ever before to becoming operationally self-sufficient. We are grateful for the on-going financial support offered by Nicholas and Catherine Sparks, and we – as a school community – can express our gratitude by continuing to support our school through annual financial gifts.

Your annual gift is essential to our continued success and sustainability. Your financial contributions from last year have allowed our school to hire additional faculty members, expand our class offerings, upgrade technology, and improve our professional development. All of these enhancements enrich your children’s lives and education, and your support makes it all possible. Epiphany is already an extraordinary school. Please help us become even better.

Revenues Tuition & Fees Annual Fund/Gala - Unrestricted

83% 5%

Tuition & Fe

Nicholas Sparks Foundation Giving - Unrestricted 4%

Annual Fund Unrestricted

Nicholas Sparks Foundation Giving - Restricted

4%

Capital Giving - Restricted

3%

Other Restricted Giving

1%

Nicholas Spa Giving - Rest

TOTAL 100%

Capital Givin

Nicholas Spa Giving - Unr

Other Restri

Expenditures Salaries & Employee Related Benefits

68%

Instructional Program Equipment & Supplies

12%

Building Operations

7%

Loan Obligations & Equipment Leases

4%

Global Travel & Studies

4%

Office Expenses & Technology

3%

Marketing & Professional Fees

1%

Scholarships & Tuition Assistance

1%

TOTAL 100% Salaries & Employee Related Benefits Instructional Program Equipment & Supplies Building Operations

2014-2015 Annual Fund - Together We Are Stronger Thank you to the families, grandparents and friends of Epiphany who supported the 2014-2015 Annual Fund. These contributions are an investment in our people - the students, faculty and staff - as well as the programs that make Epiphany one of the finest college preparatory schools in the region. Join us in thanking these generous donors:

Founders Circle - $3,000 + Mitchell and Aleta Brydge Ken and Anita Gray Gregory Irikura and Theresa Park James and Tracey Lorentzen John and Anne Robertson Mark and Srinuan Sinning Jason and Lee Ann Skladan Todd R. Wagner Foundation Jerry and Beth Walker Scholarship Circle $2,000 - $2,999 Thomas and Angella Axelson Britt and Missy Blackerby Christopher and Michelle Flye Stephen and Anne Nuckolls Jim and Cindy Polo Britt and Lydia Warren Honor Circle $1,000 - $1,999 Philip and Kathy Bates Jerome and Jan Boone Dwight and Lori Carlblom Robert and Amy Chiles John Chrise Robert and Karen Cimis Anthony and Kathleen Diamadi Griffin and Mary Carroll Dodd Joseph and Judith Donnelly

David and Teresa Garza Paul and Anne Healy Daniel and Bobbi Jo Kelly Mark and Susan Leary Steve and Ann Little William and Amy Lorio Scott and Trish Luthman Joseph and Julie Mauney Dave McFadyen Erica McFadyen Chris Morgan Dan and Ashley Murphy Joseph Osenni and Angela Park Tim and Phyllis Pate Todd and Melissa Rankin Hans and Ann Rasmussen Edgar and Martha Romero Andrew and Katie Shorter Matt and Beth Smith John and Tammy Steel Alan and Tammy Stimson Dean and Jill Thompson Todd and Sonya Thurman David and Amy Wang Dave and Theresa Weatherly John and Carrie Williams Rex and Kim Willis Kai Miao and You Wu Anonymous

Journey Circle $500 - $999 Tim and Sara Burelle Tom and Kay Gingrich Marcus and Sara Green Alan and Sherri Goodwin David and Lisa Haidt Stephen and Tina Hoard Lee and Charlotte McConnell George and Dare Oliver Jeffrey and Lindsay Phillips Greg and Regina Price Tom Wilson and Merrie Jo Alcoke Black and Gold Circle $250-$499 James and Leah Abell Jason and Sarah Arthur Jim and Rhonda Bernthal John Bircher Clayton and Julia Boss Randy and Susan Bridgman Cardinal Health John and Maria Cho Ralph and Edith Clark Stuart and Lesley Clayton Ken and Gayle Daras Jefferson and April Davis JT and Karen Ellenberger Michelle Grenier Ben and Donnette Hancock

Erin Hartman Stephen and Susan Jones Walter and Sarah Kerner David and Kaori LaVigne Anthony and Pamela Lowe John Robert and Alison Mattocks Larry and Martina Owens Za Thang and Eng Sung Thomas and Leslie VanDyke James and Cindy Walker Mike and Beth White Falcon Circle $1 - $249 James Bayer Frank and Gayle Bender Charlie and Jeanette Bennett Richard and Anna Blair Terry and Judith Bowman

Asher and Stephanie Brinson Paul Brown and Robin Gibson-Brown Darlene Clark Russ and Sue Cottrell Eddie and Devi Crooks Guy and Carrie Dixon William and Janet Foley Allison Forrester Timothy and Karen Hall John and Kellie Hawkins Albie and Wendye Henderson Etles Henries Frank and Wendelyn Hopkins Victor and Jean Horrell Charles and Patricia Hughes Paola Jimenez Shelton and Kim Kelly Ed and Mary Koffenberger

Michael and Alice Krysiak Jeremy and Mary Ann LeRay Otto and Mary Linden Sean and Cherise Milburn Mildred Munroe Alexa Muse Ron and Claire O’Laughlin Jim and Liesa Oros Sybil Quattlebaum Carol Rasmussen John and Beckie Share Ellie Sherrill Joe and Lee Stimson Andrea Surface Nolan and Jodi Tomboulian Russell and Lisa Whittaker Alice Yow

“Epiphany is not just preparing our kids for college. It is preparing our children to be a part of our community and the world. We are blessed to have Epiphany in New Bern.

Small town values, big world experiences.”

George and Dare Oliver Catherine (9th grade), Abigail (7th grade) and Mason (3rd grade)

Capital Campaign- Sharing our Gifts The Epiphany School of Global Studies launched the Sharing our Gifts Capital Campaign in August of 2011. Since its inception, families have pledged over $1 million. To date, we have collected over $700,000 and plan to collect the remaining $300,000 over the next few years. Capital gifts are designated as restricted giving for capital expenditures including acquisition, construction and related debt reduction. The capital campaign was started not only to assist in the building and construction of the Trent Road Campus, but also to assist in outfitting and renovating both the Trent Road and Henderson Avenue campuses. Opportunities to support the capital campaign continue to be available. Join us in thanking these generous donors:

James and Leah Abell Frank and Hazel Alcock Molly Anne Allen Doug and Kate Amerson

Coca Cola Company Bill Cohn Jud and Michelle Copeland Allison Corcoran

William and Janet Foley Kinney Fontecchio Curt and SharRee Frogley Billy and Tonya Gent

Ronald and Judy Antry John and Kyle Arrowood Christopher and Heather Atkinson Thomas and Angella Axelson Jim and Tina Ayers Jim and Jennifer Baer Bruce and Sanna Baginski Tom and Shari Bajus Steven and Robin Ballenger Clifford and Betty Barreca Philip and Kathy Bates Andy and Lisa Bayliss Steven and Laura Bell Jim and Rhonda Bernthal Britt and Missy Blackerby Richard and Anna Blair Tripp and Angela Blandford Randy and Susan Bridgman Kevin and Suzanne Bryan Tim and Sara Burelle Ann Bustard Dustin and Mary Canestorp BJ Caraway Cardinal Health Foundation, INC. Jesus and Natalie Castillo Daniel and Ann Celotto Edward and Nancy Childs Robert and Amy Chiles John and Maria Cho John Chrise Kelly Clark Stuart and Lesley Clayton

Avery Corning Dottie Corning Robert and Kari Cowan Donald Cready and Alison Rowat Eddie and Devi Crooks Kenneth and Dana Crow Nicole Dalhouse Drew and Elizabeth D’Angelo Mary Ann Davis George and Joanna Davis Scott Davis Wayne and Peggy Delano Gary and Allison Dembart Anthony and Kathleen Diamadi Andy and Penny Dixon Don and Shannon Dixon Griffin and Mary Carroll Dodd Chip Dombrowsky and Karen Alexander John and Carla Dowler Eddy Drake Frederick Dressler and Julie Larick David and Angie Dysinger Rita Eastlack Bonnie Edwards Victor and Sandra Edwards JT and Karen Ellenberger Nicholas and Elizabeth Farina William and Susan Fentress Brad and Dawn Ferreira Craig and Deanna Fishel Jon and Amy Fitzgerald Christopher and Michelle Flye

Terry and Kathryn Gerber Michael and Kim Gerdes Stephen and JoAnne Glenn Neil and Melissa Glover Randy and Cindy Glover Rick and Christy Gorman Arey and Christin Grady Ken and Anita Gray Kelly and Karen Greene Michelle Grenier Gregor Irikura and Theresa Park Lloyd and Cille Griffith Joanne Grossman Martin and Ainslie Guion Christopher and Catherine Hadad Jeffrey and Sandra Haddock Carl and Debra Hammerle Ben and Donnette Hancock Reid and Julie Hart Erin Hartman Suzanne Hartman John and Kellie Hawkins Paul and Anne Healy Craig and Kim Hearne Jeff and Veronica Hedges Albie and Wendye Henderson Thomas Herron Beth Hicks Kevin and Kelsey Hill Stephen and Tina Hoard Ronald and Elizabeth Hodge Jim and Marcy Hoffman

Rodney and Maria Holdren Frank and Wendey Hopkins Chris and Kim Hoveland Bill and Susan Howard Chip and Heather Hughes Bryan Hulka TW John Hunter Eric James Sherry James Rosalie James David and Pam Jessup John and Diane Johnson John and Eleanor Johnson Ann Jones Dawn Jones Daniel and Bobbi Jo Kelly Shelton and Kim Kelly John and Jan LaGuardia Mark and Susan Leary Jeremy and Mary LeRay David Liland James and Tracey Lorentzen Joan Marie MacCoy Glenn and Ellen MacNaught John Robert and Alison Mattocks Aaron Maune Joseph and Julie Mauney Hiram and Janis Mayo William and Rebecca McClay Lee and Charlotte McConnell McCoy Farms Roy and Amanda McCoy Ward and Darlene McCoy Bob and Robin McCunn Dave McFadyen Erica McFadyen Thomas and Joan McGraw Kai Miao and You Wu Susan and Mike Milliron Pat and Billy Mills Gerald and Cathy Molsen Manuel and Ruth Montero Dan and Ashley Murphy Curt and Jenny Myers Robert and Angela Needham Kelvin and Julie Neibaur David and Carrie Nelson George and Dare Oliver

Trey and Beth Paul Scott and Kim Peed Jane Peele Marty and Linda Pinne Charles and Debra Pless Jim and Cindy Polo Ron and Anne Pontiff James and Linda Poppy Allyson Prescott Avis Price Greg and Regina Price Knox and StephanieProctor Allen and Angie Propst Jerry Ratley and Jennifer Derr Linda Richardson Christopher and Suzanne Richey Gregory and Sharon Risk John and Anne Robertson Edgar and Martha Romero Barbara Rose Dan Rouse Kim Rowland Kay Sanchez David and Jennifer Schnorenberg Ryan and Elizabeth Seeger James and Linda Seng Kimmey and Stephanie Seymore Virginia Shanks Jay and Vickie Singleton Mark and Srinuan Sinning Jason and Lee Ann Skladan John and Lisa Skladan Georgeanna Smith James and Mitzi Smith

Judy Smith Lisa Smith Matt and Beth Smith John and Tammy Steel Tarheel Building Systems Of New Bern, INC. Chris and Kathryn Taylor Jeff and Suzanne Taylor Angelo and Sarah Tellis Dean and Jill Thompson Skip and Mary Thorn Todd and Sonya Thurman Jodi and Nolan Tomboulian Frances Tripp Hurley and Michelle Tripp Terry and June Tripp Tony and Georgia Vogiatzis Rita Vorleiter and Greg Berndt Cindy Walker Lee and Johnnelle Walker David and Amy Wang Jeffrey and Christina Ward Steve and Luisa Watson Wayne Restaurant Management Dave and Theresa Weatherly George and Gail Westmoreland Craig and Robyn Whaley Kerrie Whitford Russell and Lisa Whittaker John and Carrie Williams Rex and Kim Willis Andrew Win Christopher and Lori Ann Worley Clark and Johanna Wright

Gala & Auction The Annual Gala & Auction was a great success. Parents, faculty, staff and friends of Epiphany came together to celebrate and support our school and our students. Music, dancing and silent and live auctions filled the evening. Thank you to the Gala Committee and the countless volunteers who made the evening possible and helped to bring this event to our Trent Campus. Special thanks also to our auction donors, event sponsors and table sponsors. The efforts and support of our community are evident in our success. This year’s Gala & Auction raised over $87,000.

Corporate Sponsor CarolinaEast Physicians Table Sponsors Bergmueller, Parks-Oseni, Sparks, Williams CCHC Heart and Vascular Specialists Coastal Children’s Clinic Edward Jones - Charles G. Benson II, CFP® AAMS® Tommy Kellis Law Firm Dr. and Mrs. James Lorentzen Nautilus Wealth Management The Walker Group Architecture, Inc. Trent Cadillac Buick GMC INSPIRE Sponsorship BB&T Adelle Machle

Drs. Jay and Vickie Singleton Dr. and Mrs. Mark A. Sinning Southeastern Transformer Co. Griffith and Tammy Steel Lloyd and Robin Taylor DISCOVER Sponsorship The Insurance Center of New Bern Robyn and Scott Johnston The Kitchen Family The Little Bank DREAM Sponsorship Dr. and Mrs. Neal A. Adkins Jefferson and April Davis The Diamadi Family William Willis

EXPLORE Sponsorship Dennis and Martha Leoni Jacqueline C. McCain Special thanks to: Fuller’s Music The Peddlers Depot New Bern Sporting Goods Emily Pine Photography Trent Cadillac Buick GMC Trade Ideas Romero Electric Company Tab Premium Built Homes

Falcon Booster Club Golf Tournament The Epiphany Falcon Booster Club is comprised of friends and parents who are interested in supporting interscholastic athletics at The Epiphany School of Global Studies. Through spirit campaigns and financial donations, the Booster Club encourages participation in athletic activities for the benefit of all students. The club has been responsible for generating funds and improving athletic equipment and facilities. The Golf Tournament held on November 1st was another great event hosted by our Booster Club at The Riverbend Golf and Country Club. A great time was had by all while over $12,000 was raised for the Epiphany Athletics Program.

Golden Falcon Coastal Craftsmen, LLC Carolina Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Craven Physical Therapy & Spine Corporate Sponsors Carolina CranioSpinal Neuro Diamadi Family Frogley Chiropractic Center Hoffman Family Litchfield Family Murphy Matza Wealth Management Potash Corporation Sumrell, Sugg, Carmichael, Hicks and Hart PA The Insurance Center Trent Cadillac Buick and GMC Ward & Smith

Friends of Epiphany Coastal Children’s Clinic Axelson Chiropractic BB&T Buffalo Wild Wings Page and Smith Accountants Steven Hoard DDS Steven K Bell, Atty at Law PC Todd H. Rankin, D.D.S., P.A. Tee Sign Sponsors B&J Seafood Cella Ford Farm Bureau Insurance Moeller, PA Occasions to Celebrate Oliver & Cheek, PLLC

Robinson and Stith Insurance State Farm, Chad Sittig Valentine & McFadyen Special thanks to: Joe Alcoke Kinston Country Club New Bern Golf and Country Club Minosott Beach Country Club Taberna Country Club ESPN Radio 103.9 FM Beer Army Craven County Farm Bureau Brinson Insurance Agency Amazing Nails New Bern Sporting Goods

Open Door Scholarship - Downtown Dare The Open Door Scholarship Fund provides opportunities for our school to attract middle and upper school students with proven academic excellence in order to expand the cultural diversity of our school community. The Downtown Dare, a scavenger hunt race held on March 28th in downtown New Bern, was the primary fundraiser for the Open Door Scholarship rasising over $8,500.

Title Sponsor Oliver & Cheek, PLLC Gold Sponsors Dermatology Associates Game On Nautilus Wealth Management

Silver Sponsors Bay Leaf Restaurant CCHS New Bern Cancer Care Todd H. Rankin, D.D.S., P.A. Michaels of New Bern

Bronze Sponsors Mike’s Downtown Jewelers Craven 247 Captain Ratty’s Seafood Restaurant Bynum’s Drug Store Bear Towne Java The Chelsea Restaurant and Catering The Pepsi Cola Store

Epiphany Community Organization The Epiphany Community Organization (ECO) is our formal organization whose goals include volunteerism of parents, encouragement of teachers and students, community involvement and welfare of students and families. ECO raises money each year through the Scholastic Book Fairs, Falcons’ Nest student spirit store and other fundraising drives and events throughout the year. Each family also pays a $30 membership fee to be a part of the organization. All of the money raised by ECO directly affects our students and faculty through grants given to teachers for their classroom, special activities and community fundraising efforts.

Save the Date - Upcoming Epiphany Events Stop Hunger Now Lessons and Carols Feast of Epiphany Downtown Dare Volunteer Recognition Dinner PRISM Concert Epiphany Golf Tournament/10 Year Celebration Honors Convocation - Henderson Campus Honors Convocation - Trent Campus Commencement

November 24 December 18 January 6 March 12 April 28 May 19 May 21 June 1 June 3 June 4

Please note that we will not be hosting a Gala & Auction this year.

The Epiphany School of Global Studies is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Our Federal tax identification number is 20-4329797.

Disclaimer: We have made a concerted effort to recognize all of our donors properly. If we have inadvertently left your name off a listing, please notify us immediately. Listing in the 2014-2015 Annual Report recognizes gifts received through the school’s fiscal year ending June 30, 2015

Congratulations to the Class of 2015!

(FRONT) Andie Elizabeth D’Angelo, Mary Scott Davis, Kelley Nicole Hoard, Sherrod Brinson Willis, Bailee Jonasann Walker, Katherine Eileen LaGuardia, Laurie Morgan Howard, Kara Lee Peed, Leslie Erin Hawkins, Meredith Ellen Bobbitt, Virginia Leigh Schnorenberg (MIDDLE) Colbey Donald Dixon, Ryan Thompson Davis, Joshua Craig Hearne, Carlee Elizabeth Peele, Nathan Alexander Risk, Miguel Diaz Maurino Carrera, James Elliott Walker, Andrew Christopher Hadad, Katherine McKenzie May, Mitchell Blake Blair, Paul Martin Schnorenberg, Cameron John Bajus (BACK) Joshua Lawrence Brown, Thatcher Bayliss Carr, Austin Lee McConnell, Dawson Curt Frogley, Lucas Alexander Dembart, Christopher Holzman Antry, Clark Wallace Davis, Jared Christian Hill, Gabrielle K Christie

The Epiphany School of Global Studies’ Class of 2015 gained admission to the following colleges and universities: *Appalachian State University Barton College Baylor University Belmont Abbey College Brevard College Campbell University Centre College Clemson University Coastal Carolina University College of Charleston *Craven Community College *East Carolina University Elon University *Furman University George Mason University Gonzaga University High Point University Hollins College Ithaca College Jacksonville University

Johnson & Wales University Lenoir Community College Lenoir Rhyne University Liberty University Louisiana State University Mars Hill University Mary Washington University Meredith College *North Carolina State University NC Wesleyan University *New York University NC Central University Ohio State University *Ohio University Pamlico Community College Pitt Community College Purdue University *Rensselaer Polytech. University *Rochester Inst. of Technology

*Salem College *Southern Virginia University University of Alabama University of Kansas University of Michigan University of New Mexico University of North Carolina *Chapel Hill Charlotte Greensboro *Wilmington University of Richmond *University of South Carolina *University of the Cumberlands Utah State University Wake Forest University Washington & Lee University Western Carolina University *William Peace University

*Denotes where graduates enrolled

The Class of 2015 earned over $2 million in merit scholarhips.

Our Mission The Epiphany School of Global Studies, anchored in the Judeo-Christian commandment to Love God and Your Neighbor as Yourself, is a rigorous college-preparatory and globally-focused school where dynamic and innovative learning is stretched beyond the classroom walls, emphasizing the knowledge, skills, creativity, adaptability, curiosity, and international experiences students will need to flourish in an increasingly globalized 21st century.

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