CH&BS Imagine Magazine - Fall 2011

FALL 2011

IN THIS ISSUE

Nashville Benefit Dinner: BEST EVER! Junior Racecar Driver Named Habitat for Humanity Ambassador CH&BS Graduate Serving Country In State Department

CONTENTS | FALL 2011

15

10

Letter From The President

3

Children’s Home

4

Development

6

Harden Early Childhood Center

8

MDB Elementary

9

MDB Middle & High School

10

Fine Arts

12

Sports

13

Alumni Update

15

MDB Financial Statement

18

Students like Marshall Ives il Honored Civ ur Ser vants at o brance 9/11 Remem Ceremony in September.

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6 Welcome to Our

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Emily Mabry Early Childhood Co-Teacher, 2-3 Year Olds

Christen Pinkstaff Elementary K-1st Grade

New Teachers Nicole Harmon Secondary Math

Jason Thomasson Secondary Bible

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

AS WE BEGAN TH OUR 67 SCHOOL YEAR back in August, we declared a theme of “Imagine.” We want all of you to imagine the possibilities, imagine the changes, and imagine the opportunities. We are excited about what this school year will bring, and we look back with gratitude on the people who came before us that have helped build the School and the Home into the great entities that they are today.

One event that took place on campus recently that really made me reflect back was the September 11th Remembrance Ceremony. It has now been a decade since the planes flew into the Twin Towers and the Pentagon. I know that I never imagined such a thing would happen. Speaking with some of the students after this school-wide event it dawned on me that so many were either infants or toddlers when this tragic event

Welcome

to our New

Assistant Principal

BRAD BLANTON!

We are excited to announce that Brad Blanton has returned to CH&BS as our new Assistant Principal. Brad attended MDB for 9 years, and worked here from 1999-2007 before leaving to serve as Secondary Principal and Athletic Director at Mobile Christian School in Alabama. Brad received his Bachelor’s degree from Harding University and his Master’s from NationalLouis University in Chicago. Join us in welcoming Brad back to CH&BS! 

Right: CH&BS Seniors welcomed Mr. Blanton to the school with over 100 balloons stuffed into his office!

took place. And so I am again reminded, we must remember the past and celebrate those who have served, and it is only then that we can begin to imagine where we will go in the future.

2 Chronicles 7:14 states, “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” We as a school, as a Children’s Home, as leaders, as citizens, and as Christians, seek to do just that. We want to imagine what could be if we put God first.

Thank each and every one of you for your ongoing support.

Please continue to pray for the School, the Home, and for our country and its leaders.

For the children,

James E. Moore

CH&BS 2011-2012

CHICKEN DINNER SCHEDULE Sept. 30............ Chicken Dinner Oct. 28............. Chicken Dinner Nov. 18............. Home Chicken Dinner Southeastern Gospel Sing Jan. 27.............. Chicken Dinner Feb. 24.............. Chicken Dinner Mar. 30............. Chicken Dinner Southeastern Gospel Sing Apr. 27............. Chicken Dinner Dinner begins at 4:00 pm and ends at 7:30 pm in the Emily C. Ford Dining Hall. $7.00 Adults and Students, $5.00 Children 10 and under Imagine Magazine Fall 2011 | 3

CHILDREN’S HOME

“What is

desirable

in a person is

–Proverbs 19:22

kindness

…”

Award Established in Honor of CH&BS Pioneer

Van Ingram, Jr. In recognition of Van Ingram’s numerous contributions to CH&BS, the Social Services Department has created an award in his honor. It will be presented annually to a child living in the Children’s Home who has excelled academically, exhibited outstanding behavior, and demonstrated spiritual growth.

Mr. Ingram and his wife Gloria came to CH&BS in 1966 to establish the Social Services Department. A native of Montgomery, AL, he received his B.S. from Lipscomb University and an M.S. in Social Work from The University of TN. The inauguration of a Social Services Department was the beginning of new and far reaching programs for the children and families in care at CH&BS. His first goal was to secure foster home and adoptive licenses. As director of the department, he functioned as a social worker, and also conducted case studies, intake evaluations, staff training, and counseling. Mr. Ingram served the Children’s Home for six years and went on to preach for numerous congregations in Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, and Georgia.

Van Ingram passed away on October 4, 2009. He had the rare and valuable ability to accept others as they were, even as he was helping them change. The work of this great man of God touched many lives and will carry on through the recipients of the award bearing his name. 

Above: Van Ingram, Director of Social Services Left: Van Ingram with his wife Gloria

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s d i K New

ON CA MPUS

CHILDREN’S HOME

CH&BS Graduate serving country in State Department

DONTAE Dontae Saliford is 14 years old and came to us from Cordele, Georgia, where he attended Crisp County High School. He moved to Mount Dora on Labor Day. He enjoys writing music, playing video games, and reading the Harry Potter series. His favorite sports teams are all from Miami: the Heat, Dolphins, and the Hurricanes. Chuck Shepherd, Director of Social Services, says, “Dontae is a bright young man and the staff enjoy his positive and pleasant attitude.” 

ANTHONY Anthony Padilla is 15 years old and in 9th grade. He comes to CH&BS from Mount Dora Middle School.

His favorite subject is Physical Education and he enjoys sports of all kinds. He plays basketball every day after school and plans to try out for the basketball team at winter try-outs. About CH&BS he says, “I like it. I want to graduate from here.” 

JORDAN Jordan McPherson is 15 years old and in 9th grade. His favorite subject is math. He likes to play both basketball and football. He currently plays on the offensive line and as linebacker for the MDB Bulldogs. Football Head Coach Stephen Cochran says, “Jordan has a great attitude and he works hard. You can tell he wants to be here.” 

©2011, US EMBASSY NEW ZEALAND

Dana Deree had no idea that his time at the Mount Dora Children’s Home would prepare him for a career serving his country. Dana and his two brothers, Shawn and David, came to the Children’s Home from Arkansas in the early 1980’s.

He graduated from MDB in 1987 and went on to Harding University where he earned his degree in 1992. After a tour of duty in the Marine Corps, Dana was selected to work in the U.S. State Department under Condoleezza Rice in the Bush Administration. He spent time in Nicaragua as a diplomat, and now resides in Auckland, New Zealand where he serves as the U.S. Consul in the Embassy. Dana is currently looking to implement a “12 Month Travel and Work Program” between our two countries for students and recent graduates.

Congratulations Dana, CH&BS salutes you! 

Top: U.S. Consul Dana Deree at a recent talk on a 12 Month Work and Travel program for new graduates. Left: Dana during his days at the Mount Dora Children’s Home.

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DEVELOPMENT

Nashville Area-Wide Dinner Raises More Than $82,000 for Children’s Home!

More than 400 friends of the Mount Dora Children’s Home came to the Nashville Area Benefit Dinner on August 27. The dinner was held at the Cool Springs Marriott Hotel to accommodate such a large crowd. Up and coming Country/Western artists Tay & Kate entertained the dinner guests with their musical talents. Taylor Parr, who resides in Thompson House, did a great job in sharing why she is thankful to be living in the Children’s Home. Social Worker Johnnie Coley provided one of the highlights of the evening with her interview of Marcus Woodard. Marcus and his brother and sister live with their mother in the Single Parents Opting for Christ Program. This was an insightful and heartwarming account of their life prior to coming to Mount Dora. The proceeds from the event will help fund renovations to Lugar Cottage and other projects on our campus. Thank you Nashville! 

Taylor (far left) and Layla (far right) recognize Wendol and Sarah Thorpe with a Servant’s Award for years of dedicated service to promote and support the Children’s Home.

Dinner guests of all ages enjoyed the night’s program.

Entertainment at the dinner was provided by Tay and Kate.

If you, or someone you know, could use the services

of Mount Dora Children’s Home or the Single Parents Opting for Christ program, we currently

have a few spots available. Please call Johnnie Coley or Chuck Shepherd at 352-383-9906.

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DEVELOPMENT

Two Authors

Commit Proceeds to CH&BS

Christian Home & Bible School has been blessed by two local authors who will donate a portion of the proceeds from their books to benefit our children and families.

Cletus Stutzman has just completed a book entitled, “A Call for Abundant Living”. Cletus is a graduate of CH&BS, and has served in numerous capacities including President from 1981 - 1990. He is currently the Senior Consultant for the Home and School.

Mike O’Neal, a former NASA employee has penned, “An Angels View; Encountering God Through the Stories of the Heavenly Hosts”. Mike is now preaching for the East Orange Church of Christ, and is a highly sought after speaker around the country.

Both men have expressed their deep love and commitment to the work of CH&BS through their generous contributions. Copies of their books may be purchased through the Development Office. 

VEHICLE DONATION PROGRAM

The

by Tim Deem

Joy of Giving One of the most hotly debated topics in politics these days is about the future of Social Security and Medicare. Where will all the money come from to pay for the next generation?

Providing for future generations at CH&BS is the purpose of Endowment. Simply put, an en­ dowment program raises money for an organization to invest rather than spend. Gifts to endowment are placed in an En­ dowment Fund, and the interest generated is used to meet ongoing expenses, cover capital expenditures, or fund special projects and programs (such as scholarships).

Currently, CH&BS enjoys a healthy, growing endowment due to several generous and thoughtful friends. However, the de­ mands of the future are unrelenting as more and more children need our help. While twenty-first century needs will change, our mission remains unchanged. The numbers of displaced, homeless, and victimized children continues to grow astro­ nomically. These young people experience exceptional chal­ lenges in terms of education, health, self-image, and daily care.

It’s been said that there will be two kinds of non-profit organi­ zations in the future – those that are no longer in existence, and those that are endowed. A strong endowment fund will ensure that CH&BS has a secure and stable future, built upon our 67 year heritage. Fortunately, with your help, CH&BS will still be there – ready to offer positive, Christian alternatives.

Please contact the Development Office if we may assist you in developing financial plans for you and your family. We’ll leave Social Security for the politicians to figure out! 

Having trouble deciding what to do with that old clunker out back or in the garage? Christian Home & Bible School would love to take it off your hands – be it a car, truck, boat, RV, or motorcycle. CH&BS will arrange for your vehicle to be picked up or towed at no charge to you. When the vehicle is sold at auction, you’ll receive a receipt for your tax deductible contribution. In this way, CH&BS will maximize your gift, and the proceeds will be used to provide help to the Children’s Home and School. To get started, simply call 866-515-1049, or visit our website at www.chbs.org and click on Ways to Give > Vehicle Donations.  Imagine Magazine Fall 2011 | 7

HARDEN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

New HECC Curriculum

Above: Aubrey Manucy and Cori Durias Right: One of HECC’s Bible concept-based classroom rules

This year the preschool is incorporating a new, comprehensive curriculum called WEE Learn. Several of the staff attended an all-day training and shared their information with the other teachers. Each age level teacher’s manual includes ample suggestions for using books, music, nature, and toys to illustrate Christian fundamentals while also addressing all learning areas. WEE Learn is an activity-based curriculum framework that allows children to grow and develop through experience rather than simply listening. It recognizes that even within the age level classes all children do not learn at the same rate. Creative expression is encouraged within a familiar schedule. Bible concepts such as “Be kind to each other” and “Children obey” are posted as class rules. Daily Bible stories are related to the activity centers and other curriculum areas such as music, art, math, and science. Four year old classes will continue to use the reading curriculum OPEN COURT. 

FROM PRESCHOOL TO GRADUATION:

Helping Out In Familiar Places

Seniors Charlie Stubbs and Matthew Hoban chose to volunteer as Teacher’s Aides in a place they are both very familiar with, the Harden Early Childhood Center. Both Charlie and Matthew began CH&BS as toddlers and are now able to give back by helping out with snacks and projects. Charlie is the top golfer on the Boys Varsity team and Matthew is a phenomenal runner, recently placing 10th out of over 100 runners at the Seffner Christian Cross Country Classic.

The preschoolers love the extra attention and excitement is high whenever these young men show up to help. 

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Above: Senior Charlie Stubbs with the HECC students

MDB ELEMENTARY

BIBLE SCHOOL REMEMBERS 9/11, RECOGNIZES CIVIL SERVANTS

On Friday, September 9th the school held a remembrance ceremony for 9/11. The community was invited and in particular, Emergency Medical Staff, Firefighters, and Police Officers were honored at this event.

The Elementary School participated in this event in four ways. Essays were written in grades 2-5 about civil servants and one from every classroom was selected to be read aloud at the program. Learning Adventures (K-1st grade) prepared a song, “Red, White, and Blue,” and Allie Cockrell presented a PowerPoint based on the book September 12th: We Knew Everything Would Be All Right. Each classroom participated in a door decorating contest to reflect the theme (Congratulations to Mrs. Boress’s class, whose door was announced the winner!). All the classes who participated in the door contest then participated in an ice cream party.

The Secondary students viewed videos that recaptured the day’s events as a reminder. The Early Childhood sang patriotic songs celebrating our country. 

Left: EMT Kimberly Bufkin and police officer Anthony Bufkin with daughter Anastasia and son Anthony

Third Graders Learn About

Guide Dogs

Rosemary Cliburn, a former Elementary teacher at CH&BS, came by to visit in September and she brought a furry friend. Mrs. Bass’s third grade class is reading Rugby & Rosie, about a young boy and his dog that train a new puppy before he goes off to training to become a guide dog. Since her retirement, Mrs. Cliburn has been doing just that—working with young dogs before they go off to official Guide Dog training. The third graders enjoyed the information, interaction, and inquiry time as they saw real world examples of what they were learning in the classroom. 

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MDB MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL

Chace Miller

sponsored by

Habitat for Humanity Chace Miller is a junior at CH&BS who has been involved in many activities and sports at the Bible School; he has also been competitively racing since he was 6 years old. After being a part of the HOBY (Hugh O’Brien Youth) Leadership Conference in June, where Chace represented CH&BS, he became more inspired about community service. Chace approached Habitat for Humanity with the idea of promoting them and their mission through his racing. His ministock race car has been painted with the Habitat Restore logo.

During autograph sessions at New Smyrna Speedway, Chace hands out information, signs pictures, and speaks about Habitat for Humanity as a Regional Ambassador. 

Above: Chace Miller with his Habitat for Humanity sponsored racecar

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Junior Ring Day is a long standing tradition at CH&BS. At the end of a student’s 10th grade year, they pick out a Class Ring that symbolizes their school and what activities they are involved in. At the beginning of their Junior Year, the Junior Sponsors take them to a luncheon; this year it was held at Kiku Japanese Steakhouse. After lunch, they go to the Ring Presen­tation Ceremony where Seniors hold their rings hostage until the Juniors do a task the Seniors have come up with, usually something embarrassing or funny. Examples from the past: Singing I’m a Little Tea Pot, doing the chicken dance, having to “Propose” to someone, etc… When they complete their task, they receive their class ring! Even students who didn’t order a ring still get a Ring Pop. 

Above Left: Joshua Ellis “proposes” to Chelsi Lopresto Above Right: Juniors with their new class rings Top: The CH&BS Class of 2012!

MDB MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL

6th Graders mentored by

Seniors

This year-long event was started 5 years ago by Renee Todd when she became cosponsor with Mrs. Grubbs.

In this program, each senior is assigned a 6th grader; the goal is to give the 6th Above: Senior Shannon Kildea graders someone to be able with 6th Grader Summer to talk to as they adjust into Johnson middle school and they are encouraged to develop a friendship. Each Friday they sit together in chapel, writing notes to each other, and doing a small gift swap at the holidays.

6th graders are encouraged to go the seniors’ athletic games, extracurricular activities and vice versa. 

Senior Retreat

The seniors traveled to the ropes course at Canterbury Retreat in Oviedo before school started. They had the chance to participate in a relay course, high ropes, food, and fellowship.

MATH AND TECHNOLOGY:

A Likely Duo?

I really liked the enthusiasm that my students developed as they worked with computers to solve their equations. The enthusiasm carried over into their grades.

The math department is integrating technology in new ways to better help students achieve their goals. For example, a chapter in Algebra 1 that historically gives students a tough time is Factoring Polynomials. Mrs. Todd and Ms. Van Dingstee took their classes to the computer lab to use an online program in Naviance where they solved factoring problems on the computer and received instant feedback about how they did. If they got the answer wrong, the program showed them a tutorial on how to solve the problem correctly. Ms. Van Dingstee saw a fantastic jump in student performance as the student’s engaged in the online curriculum. “I really liked the enthusiasm that my students developed as they worked with computers to solve their equations. The enthusiasm carried over into their grades.”

With the help of the Guidance Department, the math classes will be incorporating computer based ACT/SAT prep software called Method Test Prep to help improve students’ readiness for the college entrance exams and for college level classes.  Imagine Magazine Fall 2011 | 11

MDB FINE ARTS

MDB MARCHING BAND

Rocks

Erin McKay

S P E N D S S U M M E R AT

Prestigious Art College Erin McKay, a senior, spent the summer at an intensive four-week summer program at Ringling College of Art and Design. The goal of the program is for students to build and strengthen their visual art and design skills while gaining focus on college and career goals.

Three elective college credits were awarded for this rigorous program.

Around 150 students from all over the world come to Sarasota, Florida to study under professional artists. Each branch of art had a class, from sculpting to painting to typography to 3D animation.

Each student chose two “elective” classes to take every other day, along with the core classes that all students took once a week. All the participants involved in this Pre-College Perspective were either juniors or seniors.

Core classes included 3D art, or multi-media sculpting, drawing, figure drawing, and a PhotoShop class. On the weekends there were field trips to ice-skating rinks, the beach, Ringling Museum of Art, and the Salvador Dali Museum.

Erin took a drawing course where she had the opportunity to sketch live models as well as live horses. At the end of the program, all students were given critiques at a grand showing so that they will continue to improve after they have left. 

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This year’s theme for the MDB Band’s Marching show is “Peace, Love and Rock & Roll.” The songs consist of Elvis Presley’s “Burning Love and C. C. Ryder” with a little of “2001 a Space Odyssey” thrown in. The next song is a version of Journey’s “Open Arms,” featuring Annette Miller on Trumpet and Maeghin Mueller on Euphonium. We then conclude the show with the Kansas hit “Carry On My Wayward Son.” The band consists of 43 members ranging from 7th-12th grade. We performed at the CFMAI Band Competition in Leesburg on September 24th and will perform at the Florida Bandmasters District Marching Music Performance Assessment also at Leesburg High School on November 5th. And, of course at the MDB football home games to support our mighty Bulldogs!!! (Doug Yopp, Band Director) 

What’s to Come in the

MDB FINE ARTS

Drama Department Elementary Production: The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr. Date/Time: Dec. 2-4, 2011 • Fri. and Sat. at 7:00 p.m., Sun. matinee at 2:00 p.m.

Location: CH&BS Auditorium

Background: Stanley Lambchop is your normal, everyday, run-of-the-mill kid who dreams of doing something different, something amazing, something the world has never seen before. One night while he’s sleeping, the bulletin board on the wall above his bed comes loose and falls – right on top of Stanley! The next morning, Stanley wakes up flat! Not just flat…really flat. Soon he realizes that if he has to be this way, at least he is going to make the best of it. He puts himself in a big envelope and travels the world – as a human letter! In a whirlwind musical travelogue, Stanley – the ultimate pen pal – is stamped, posted and cancelled from Los Angeles, CA, to Honolulu, Hawaii, and Paris, France. (Directed by Mrs. Sarah Garback)

Secondary Production: Musical Into the Woods Date: Feb. 3-5 and Feb. 10-12, 2012 Time: Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00 p.m., Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.

Location: CH&BS Auditorium “We are very excited about this production and hopefully we will have some of the music ready to showcase at our Chicken Suppers and possibly at Chick-fil-A. We have about 30 students that will be involved with Into the Woods. The main characters will be The Baker and his wife, Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, The Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince, and the Witch. It is more of an ensemble piece than it is a dominant role type of a show.” (Kevin Barker, Theatre Director)

GIRLS’ GOLF TEAM Begins Their

15th Season

MDB ATHLETICS

Perhaps one of the most understated, yet victorious sports teams here at CH&BS is the girls’ golf team. This team began under the direction of Coach Jeannie Reed in 1997. Since that year the team has participated in 14 District matches, 4 District Championships, qualified 11 times for Regionals, taken Regional Runner-Up 3 times, and has qualified for State twice (and in 2003-2004 they placed third at State). With all of the returning “letter-women” in addition to three new players the team feels as though they are State-bound yet again!

Melissa Hill, the team’s only senior, led the team last year to State along with returning “letter-women” Kelsey Clements (soph), Valentina Rodriguez (8th gr), and Brigitte Clements (7th gr). The team has welcomed two 6th graders, Julia Towne and Cooper Monn, as well as Bethany Rotti (soph) who took a year off for Color-Guard. 

Above: the 2011 Girls’ Golf Team. From left: Brigitte Clements, Valentina Rodriguez, Kelsey Clements (back), Coach Jeannie Reed, Team Captain Melissa Hill (back), Julia Towne, and Cooper Monn.

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MIKE AP ONTE

NEW COACHES ON CAMPUS

GNE FALMA FENNY

MDB ATHLETICS

Girls Varsity Basketball: Fenny Falmagne replaces Pat Todd who has been the head coach since 2003. Mr. Falmagne is a native of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and was signed by the Washington Wizards in 2008. He then played with the Reading (Berkshire, England) Rockets in the English Basketball League averaging 12 points, 8.7 assists, 2.7 rebounds, and 4.0 steals. He played at what now is the State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota as a sophomore.

Girls Varsity Volleyball: We are excited to welcome Mike Aponte as Head Coach. Originally from Puerto Rico, Mr. Aponte grew up in Central Florida and received volleyball offers to play at Texas A&M and UCF. He decided to attend UCF where he played outside hitter. He previously had coached club volleyball in Orlando. “I’m here to have fun and teach the girls to the best of my ability. I’m a very nice guy, but I’m tough. I’m looking for 100% effort.”

MASSO JASON THO

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Defensive Football Coach: Jason Thomasson has accepted the football coaching position in addition to his teaching position as the new Bible instructor. He graduated from Harding University in July 2010 and is originally from Daingerfield, TX. He was an All-State Linebacker his senior year of high school before receiving a scholarship to play at Harding University. He started for 3 years and was a Captain both his junior and senior years. He was named Academic All-Conference two consecutive years and senior year was named to the All-Conference team as a linebacker. 

ACK TODD GARB

Returning Faces in Different Places

Girls JV Volleyball: Todd Garback wears many hats at CH&BS including Geography and PE teacher, tennis and soccer coach, and recently, JV Girls Volleyball coach. In high school he participated in cross country, wrestling, and tennis. Volleyball was not a guy’s sport in most of the places he lived (his father was in the Army), but he enjoyed playing the game against enlisted military men. In Guam, he helped out at the high school’s practices because he could help with blocking. After high school, he participated in local YMCA leagues and was able to take a course in Volleyball at UCF as an elective while he earned his degree in Education.

He says he is “really enjoying the learning experience with Mike Aponte” and “looks forward to guiding the girls in a positive direction as they experience volleyball at the school.”

O CH R A N CHRISTY C

AMANDA V ANDINGSTEE

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Girls JV Cheerleading: Amanda VanDingstee, one of our middle school math teachers, is our new JV Cheer Coach. She has cheered for eight years herself, seven of which were at MDB. She has been part of winning squads at cheer camps held by the Universal Cheerleading Assn. (UCA).

She has leadership experience with cheerleading, having been both the Varsity Basketball and Inaugural Football Cheerleading Captain. She also helps coach track during the spring.

Girls JH Cheerleading: Christy Cochran, one of our Early Childhood teachers, is our new JH Cheer Coach. She has been cheering since she was 11 years old and has cheered at both the Middle and High school levels. She brings over 5 years of coaching experience to our JH squad; 3 years as a head coach and 2 years as an assistant coach. Coach Cochran says that she is “very excited” to be working with such a fabulous group of junior high girls. 

MDB ALUMNI

Jack McDonald plays 100 Holes of

Golf

In ONE DAY Jack McDonald played 100 holes of golf at the Mount Dora Golf Club to benefit the Alumni Scholarship Fund. This Fund helps numerous young people receive a Christian education. He sent out 400+ letters to friends and family asking for sponsorships and in total, Jack raised $14,046! Jack is a 1961 alumnus and has remained an integral part of both Development and CH&BS throughout the years. ď ś

Left: Jack McDonald presents Mick Anderson with a check for the proceeds of his fundraiser.

1961 State Champ

Returns

Tommy Ryals, a 1962 graduate of CH&BS, recently came to visit the school with his wife, Brenda. Tommy was a vital member of the 1961 State Championship Basketball Team, playing guard. He was the Harvest Festival King and he was also named Mr. CH&BS his senior year. He was class president and an active participant in chorus, baseball, track, and yearbook.

Today, Tommy and Brenda live in Tullahoma, TN. We would like to encourage any alumni who would like a tour of our campus to give us a call! We look forward to seeing you. ď ś Imagine Magazine Fall 2011 | 15

Lauren Koos, 2010

Hill Robertson, 1988 Tony Rossodivito, 2006 Joel Means, 1995 Janetta Phillipe, 1961 16 | Imagine Magazine Fall 2011

Ashley McCormick, 2004

WHERE

Now ARE THEY

Lauren Koos, Class of 2010 Undergraduate student majoring in Biology, University of South Florida Member of the Pre-Vet Society, the USF Navigators (a Christian club), and USF intramural flag football She is part of the Honors College and is on the Dean’s List Salutatorian at CH&BS

Tony Rossodivito, Class of 2006 Graduate student studying History (concentration in Latin America), University of North Florida Bachelor of Arts in History with a minor in International Studies Traveled to Washington D.C. for a forum on diplomacy and defense Recently visited Cuba on a general research license and interviewed Cuba’s former ambassador to Romania, Manuel Yepe, as well as the curator of the Casa de Bellas Artes (head of the national art museum) Ashley McCormick (née Cassell), Class of 2004 Photographer/Owner of Ashley McCormick Photography in Mount Dora, FL She is a nationally acclaimed wedding photographer who has won numerous awards, including being named one of 2008’s Top 3 Photographers in Orlando She has been published in several wedding magazines and blogs, including Every Last Detail: Insight for Brides “CH&BS gave me such a strong base for my business.

Through their Christian education we were taught kindness, thoughtfulness, and a loving attitude. Those things have helped me so much in my business, giving me a wonderful platform to be more than just a photographer to my clients, but also, a friend.”

MDB ALUMNI

To all Alumni: We would love to hear where you are today! If you want to tell us what you have been doing since high school, please contact: carly.burt@chbs.org

Joel Means, Class of 1995 He received his Ph.D. in Physics from Texas A&M University and is studying the interaction between molecular magnets and metallic films for possible applications in quantum computing and magnetic data storage.

Bachelor of Science in Math and Physics, Harding University in 1999 He and his wife Stacy have worked in Italy as missionaries teaching English and assisting four churches through preaching, teaching, and street evangelism.

“Christian Home & Bible School gave me a top notch education that prepared me for college and graduate school.

In fact, I convinced two professors to let me take sophomore level classes my freshman year. I did very well in both classes.”

Hill Robertson, Class of 1988 CH&BS student from kindergarten to twelfth grade (1975-1988) Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Florida Institute of Technology Owner of a full-service website design and mobile application corporation, Magratech, Inc. All three of his boys attend CHBS and his wife Diana serves as the Homeroom Mom Coordinator “Some of the best moments of my life revolve around CH&BS. When you are associated with CH&BS, you are part of a wonderful God-loving family.”

Janetta Phillipe (née Laidlaw), Class of 1961 Arrived at the Mt. Dora Children’s Home in 1945 (she was one of the “originals”) Attended Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN “Mount Dora is home. I’m still friends with every one of the kids I grew up with and I try to come visit as often as possible.”

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MDB FINANCIAL STATEMENT

Christian Home & Bible School is very fortunate to have so many supporters and friends who make this ministry to children possible. As you read through the pages of each issue of Imagine magazine, I hope you will share in the excitement and enthusiasm that is prevalent on our campus.

Beginning with this issue, we will provide an Annual financial report, which I encourage you to review. As you can see, we rely on the generosity of a broad donor base to meet the fiscal needs of our programs. For nearly 67 years, that generosity has provided a home for needy children and a Christian school that focuses on Godly principles.

Good stewardship of your gifts is important, and we constantly strive to maintain your trust. I hope that each time you visit the campus or read this magazine; you will realize that your contributions are making a difference in the lives of children.

The CH&BS family appreciates your participation, as together we fulfill the mission to “Educate for Life and Eternity�.

Kent Means Vice President of Finance 18 | Imagine Magazine Fall 2011

YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2011 Tuition and Fees

$

4,886,882

Contributions

$

1 ,681,023

Estate Gifts

$

1 ,088,229

Investment Income

$

736,620

Other Income

$

193,433

TOTAL INCOME $

8,586,186

Salaries and Benefits

$ (4,284,444)

Teachers/Houseparents/Staff School Program Expenses

$

(734,066)

Childcare Program Expenses

$

(276,157)

Financial Aid

$

(688,238)

Plant Maintenance & Utilities

$

(608,023)

General, Administrative and Development

$

(846,434)

Debt Service

$

(277,903)

Reserves for Capital and Operations

$

(296,188)

Depreciation & Amortization

$

(574,733)

TOTAL EXPENSES AND RESERVES $ (8,586,186)

MDB FINANCIAL STATEMENT

Gifts by Purpose 3.76%

3.15%

4.72% 7.54%

Greatest Need Home Annual Fund Endowment

42.80%

School Annual Fund Financial Aid 38.03%

Capital

Gifts by Source 10.91%

Church

42.16%

Estates 38.65%

Foundation/Trusts Individuals

8.28%

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Memorial & Honor Gifts May 27 to September 6, 2011

MEMORIALS Daniel E. Agriesti Mr. Michael Shingledecker R. Draper Anderson Mr. and Mrs. William H. King Myrtle Ayers Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Ayers Mr. and Mrs. William Baker Mr. and Mrs. Bill Blair, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Brose Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Mayberry Miss Martha Sue McCain Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Means Mr. and Mrs. Philip Starling Mr. and Mrs. Allan Tallman Sam Ayers Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Means Mary Bennett Miss Martha Sue McCain Myrtle Blair Ms. Debbie Mays Regency Church of Christ Phyllis Bobbitt Mr. and Mrs. William Emery

William Jerry Curtis Mrs. Henrietta Hardman Pearl Mae Dickers Ms. Nancy R. Singletary Mrs. Lynn Dreimiller Mr. and Mrs. Sidney R. McClure Blandina Garces Covington Road Church of Christ Ed Gerbitz Mr. Lee Watkins Gail Goff Mr. and Mrs. William Alt Bonus McCabe Law Firm Ms. Nancy M. Brown Mr. and Mrs. William S. Fish Mr. Leslie Goff Mr. and Mrs. John Jenkins Mr. and Mrs. James H. Latham Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Mellen Mrs. Judith P. Murphy Preferred Guest Resorts, LLC Jenny Haskell Mr. and Mrs. Jamie Rader

Elena Bright Ms. Amelia P. Haynes

Lonnell T. Hogan Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Duncan Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Harvey Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Miller North Atlanta Church of Christ Ms. Sue Parman

Charles K. Brown, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Puckett

Helen Hopkins Mr. Harold Hopkins

Lillian Brown Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Puckett

Evie Hughes Mr. and Mrs. Robert May

Hoyt Bryant Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Sutton

Harold D. Jones Mrs. Evelyn T. Jones

Jean Carter Mr. Tommy Jones Mrs. Cindy Robert Mr. William Cotham Mr. and Mrs. William H. King

A. L. and Naomi Lankford Mr. Lyle Lankford

Lillian Criswell Handley Revocable Living Trust

Brian Keith Leonard Mr. and Mrs. Robin B. Leonard

Orvel H. Boyd Mr. and Mrs. James R. Meriwether

Preston Laycock Lecanto Church of Christ Mrs. Pearl Maynard

Earl Litchford Mr. and Mrs. Jim Cummings Mrs. Joanna B. Sutton Bob and Claudia McCartney Ms. Mallory McCartney Wayne Means Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Andrews Mr. and Mrs. Robert Atchison Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Calloway Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy French Mr. and Mrs. Steven Hayes Mr. Bucky Hendrix Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hesselrode Ms. Wilma C. Howell Mrs. Margaret C. Hubbs Mr. and Mrs. Jay Jenkins Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Mayberry Mr. and Mrs. Jack McDonald Mrs. Hazel Roberts Mr. Cecil Tilley Mr. and Mrs. Ray Woods

John L. Singletary Mr. and Mrs. Clarence A. Boswell III Dr. Billy B. Brown Mr. and Mrs. Charles Caraker The Crickette Club of Bartow Inc. Mr. J. Tim Donalson Mr. and Mrs. Keith Hawkins Ms. Amelia P. Haynes Mr. and Mrs. Frank Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Marshall E. Jordon Mr. and Mrs. Robert May Mrs. Mamie A. Sexton Ms. Nancy R. Singletary Ms. Jeanette M. Williams Mrs. Dorothy Williford Mrs. Nell Singletary Mr. and Mrs. Keith Hawkins Jillene Rose Smith Mr. and Mrs. Kevin J. Smith Marion Springer Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Wagner

Martha Moss Dean Road Church of Christ Mr. and Mrs. Billy Guthrie Ms. Patsy A. Todd

Margie Steel Starke Church of Christ

Alma Porter Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Beaman

Samuel “Rick” Taylor Ms. Trish F. Clark Ms. Patricia Fields-Clark

William “Billy” Roberts Mrs. Peggy Fischer Mrs. Hazel Roberts Carlyle Ruttledge Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Browning Mrs. Maxine Cato Mr. and Mrs. John Eggars Mr. and Mrs. Don C. England Mr. and Mrs. Walt Gilfilen Ms. Ruth B. Harrison Mr. and Mrs. Rick Ricard Mrs. Betty Ruttledge Ms. Debbie Thompson Mrs. Ruth P. Weaver Mrs. Flora Shell Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Burkhead

Dianne Sutton Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Puckett

Myla Ruth Travis Covington Road Church of Christ Dorothy Tuccio Covington Road Church of Christ Mrs. Frances McManus Pear Wallum Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Lobley JoAnn Walters Decatur Highway Church of Christ Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Mayberry Nancy Margaret Wesley Ms. Linda Ruhlig Dr. John H. White Mr. and Mrs. Robin B. Leonard

Jack B. Williams Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Beaman Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sell Mrs. Jeanette Stults Mr. and Mrs. Larry Winters Mrs. Peggy Fischer Mr. John Wurster Mr. and Mrs. James Houck HONORS Mildred Boyd Mr. and Mrs. James R. Meriwether Gene and Irma Dampier Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Wright Gracie Drummond Mr. and Mrs. Orville L. Kidder Mr. and Mrs. Bill Fugerer Mrs. Dora Ella Sheffield Mr. and Mrs. Jack McDonald Mr. and Mrs. Carmon S. Hamby Charles Moon Mr. Clyde C. Hall James and Shirley Moore Mr. Leslie Goff Mr. and Mrs. Glenn McGehee Carolyn Poh Mr. and Mrs. Robert Shaw Dr. and Mrs. Harold Sutton Mr. and Mrs. Glenn McGehee Wayne and Shirley Wadlington Mr. and Mrs. Chris King Richard Warren Handley Revocable Living Trust