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FPD Magazine First Presbyterian Day School 5671 Calvin Drive Macon, Georgia 31210 Phone: (478) 477-6505 www.fpdmacon.org Administration and Staff Dr. John Patterson, Head of School Mr. Matt Kitchell, High School Principal Mrs. Molly Pearson ’87, Middle School Principal Mrs. Shannon Bryant ‘93, Lower School Principal Mr. David Bass, Director of Technology Mrs. Beth Burnsed ‘00, Director of Communication Mrs. Kristen Kreutner, Director of Innovation, Instruction, and Curriculum Mrs. Elizabeth Leslein, Chief Operations Officer Mr. Greg Moore ’84, Director of Athletics Mr. Charlie Parrish, Chief Financial Officer Dr. Andrew Strickland, Director of Fine Arts Mr. Brad Thompson, Director of College Counseling Mrs. Kathy Tolbert, Director of Advancement Mrs. Kris Vaughn ‘04, Director of Admissions 2020-2021 Board of Trustees Mr. Joey Brumbelow Mr. Jason Churchwell Rev. Elliott Everitt (Ex Officio) Dr. Cameron Garvin Mrs. Terri Harper Mr. George Jones (Chair) Mr. Phillips Jones Mrs. Tracy Jones Mrs. Brandi Justice Rev.Chip Miller (Ex Officio) Mr. JD Miller Mrs. Martha Pearson Mr. Jack Pyles Mrs. Amy Walthall Dr. John Patterson (Ex Officio) Photography by Anna Spinks, Andrew Brooks For questions or comments, e-mail beth.burnsed@fpdmacon.org.
FPD exists to educate and equip students to change the world for God’s glory
Features
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Biblical Worldview at FPD
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Selecting the Best College
Also Inside
FPD helps students develop an academic foundation based on a biblical worldview.
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FPD Partners with Campus Clubs for First Semester Service Project
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Viking Softball Honors Larry Lee
Recaps on Viking Volleyball, Softball, Shooting Sports, Cross Country, and Football
FPD is excited to announce two new Innovation Labs thanks to gifts to the Row the Boat Annual Fund. These labs will enhance FPD’s science, technology, engineering, and math education.
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Art Club Returns One Act Play Takes Home Top Honors
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Alumni Notes
Through various projects throughout the first semester, FPD students raised over $16,000 to help Campus Clubs build a library for their students.
Spotlight on Alumni Serving in the Military
30 Annual Report List of Donors
Viking softball hosted a special season in memory of community coach Larry Lee.
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Spotlight on FPD programs and classes
18 Fall Athletics
Brad Thompson, FPD’s Director of College Counseling, guides students on selecting their best-fit college while FPD teachers prepare them to excel at their college of choice.
New Innovation Labs
10 Campus Notes
Georgia GOAL Participants Financial Reports
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A focus on
the why
Biblical Worldview formation at FPD
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Coupled with strong academics, the cornerstone of an FPD education has always been a foundation of faith. FPD’s biblical integration goes beyond prayer, chapel, and the music played during morning carpool. It is part of the fabric of daily life at FPD. A biblical worldview enhances an FPD student’s overall educational experience and prepares them for the world in front of them. As part of FPD’s ongoing professional development, our faculty and staff recently studied Beyond Biblical Integration by Roger Erdvig. The book provides insight on “biblical worldview” and how it enhances a student’s education. During FPD’s teacher development on Wednesday mornings, our faculty and staff read and discussed the book to learn and grow together. Many of the concepts were already staples of the FPD experience, but the book provided a comprehensive perspective to discuss as a team. “Our staff has had Biblical Integration training before,” notes Kristen Kreutner, Director of Innovation, Instruction, and Curriculum, “but we wanted to be mindful to revisit such an important topic. The book offers Team FPD a common language to discuss biblical worldview.”
What is Worldview?
To start the study, Roger Erdvig’s book discusses the meaning of “worldview.” Erdvig describes worldview as “our approach to perceiving, interpreting,
“Since students spend the majority of their week at school, the classroom experience becomes integral to the development of not only academic concepts but also worldview concepts.”
- Dr. Patterson
and living in the world around us…
FPD Head of School
[this] includes our desires, our behaviors, and the propositions we hold true.” A worldview shapes the way we interpret situations. A biblical worldview is summarized in four keywords – Creation, Fall, Redemption, Glory. • Creation: God’s original design • Fall: all the ways creation has veered from God’s original design since the fall of man • Redemption: restoring things to their pre-fall position and purpose through the work of Christ • Glory: future restoration through Christ When lessons are taught from a biblical worldview, the academic concepts and teachings are enhanced. Students not only learn the concepts, they also learn how to reflect on them from the perspective of this framework. “Since students spend the majority of their week at school, the classroom experience becomes integral to the FPD Magazine I page 3 I fpdmacon.org
development of not only academic concepts but also worldview concepts,” comments Dr. John Patterson, FPD Head of School. “Therefore, to strengthen a biblical worldview, concepts of creation, fall, redemption, and glory are interwoven throughout each objective.” For example, history students explore moments in time not only from a discussion of facts but also how it relates to God’s creation, our fallen nature, and how things could be better. In science, students study God’s amazing creation of plants, animals, and the human body. In math, students learn how everything is designed with order and how they can use equations and their God-given critical thinking skills to solve real-world problems. Biblical worldview continues outside the classroom – into the hallways, afterschool activities, and community on campus.
For example, Erdvig states that math
students are exposed when they are
God made humans to be relational.
allows students to become “skilled
developmentally ready to process
Therefore, a biblical worldview entails
in certain areas so [they] can do
other worldviews, discuss them, and
building relationships with peers and
good works [for God’s glory] that
communicate their own worldview.
teachers. God made His children
depend on math in some way. Good
Many FPD alumni note these
unique. Therefore, teachers take
medicine, good agriculture, and good
opportunities helped them grow in
time to get to know their students
economics all require proficiency
their own faith and prepared them
individually and appreciate their
in math. Anytime students master
for the numerous worldviews they
unique talents. God commands His
a mathematical concept, they are
encountered in college.
followers to love others. Therefore,
adding yet another tool in their toolkit
students learn what it means to serve
for doing good.”
others with grace.
“Undoubtedly, students (and adults) face a myriad of messages and
“FPD teachers help students see
worldviews every day,” notes
Likewise, FPD students are
the end goal of their future college
Dr. Patterson. “Our goal at FPD
surrounded by mentors who
and career success is not to glorify
is to partner with parents as they
encourage them to use their varied
themselves but to serve others and
seek to raise children with a biblical
talents for the purpose of glorifying
improve their communities for God’s
worldview underpinning their
God and supporting each other with
glory,” adds Dr. Patterson. “They
outlook and relationships while also
Christ-like love.
understand the importance of using
helping them understand opposing
the knowledge and skills sets, their
worldviews so they are prepared when
‘tools in their toolkit,’ to give back in
they encounter them.”
How does Biblical Worldview correlate with strong academics FPD recognizes that in order for students to change the world for God’s glory (as stated in the FPD mission statement), they have to be able to be successful academically in college and in their careers. Therefore, strong academics, college preparation, and biblical worldview develop simultaneously during a student’s years at FPD. A biblical worldview expands on
ways that glorify God and serve others with Christ-like love.”
What about other worldviews?
Erdvig notes that participants in a study he conducted told him “exposure to people who did not share a biblical worldview motivated them to explore and refine their own worldview in greater depth.” FPD offers opportunities for students to explore other worldviews
everything the student learns and
through comparative religion
gives a purpose for growing in understanding of those concepts.
upper school. Instead of shielding
classes and in-class discussions in students from these opposing views, FPD Magazine I page 4 I fpdmacon.org
More than personal gain When strong academics, a biblical worldview, and an awareness of
other worldviews are woven together, students realize there is more to the purpose of learning than simply obtaining knowledge for personal gain. FPD graduates know that they are “God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do,” (Ephesians 2:10). They have the foundation to stand firm in their beliefs, communicate them effectively, and serve others through their gifts
Example of Biblical Worldview in the Classroom Mr. Carpenter’s Calculus In math studies, biblical integration entails viewing God’s creation through mathmatical concepts and order. Students learn how to take those concepts and apply them to real-world scenarios to solve problems. In Mr. Larry Carpenter’s Calculus class, students discussed how theory and equations related to a diagram (pictured right) can be
and talents.
used to help engineers understand
“Students learn that success comes
told my students to think of the
from using their gifts and skill sets to make a difference in their communities, workplaces, and families all for God’s glory,” notes Mrs. Kreutner. “Likewise, they learn to build relationships based on
measurements for power lines. “I example of two power or telephone line poles supporting a cable,” notes Mr. Carpenter. “How can we use equations and the mathmatical order found in God’s creation to solve issues of distance, length, and height.” Reflection such as this helps students see how they can use their talents to impact their communities.
Christ-like grace and love.” “A ‘whole-child’ comprehensive approach in a Christ-centered, academically-strong environment is invaluable,” concludes Dr. Patterson. “Roger Erdvig’s book has been a wonderful study for our teachers and administrators as we continue to grow and learn how to best serve our students so they can grow to be tomorrow’s leaders.”
Coach Spear’s Georgia History Class In Coach Lisa Spear’s Georgia History Class, students discussed colonists’ relationship with the Indians. Within this discussion, Coach Spear spoke of the Europeans’ desire to convert the Indians to Christianity. “This led to a great discussion about diversity and being ‘image bearers of Christ,’” remembers Coach Spear. The class discussed how diversity is a good thing and how all are children of God. However, because of the fall of man, every community has sinful behaviors or beliefs. As Christians, we are challenged to discern which behaviors are pleasing to God and lead others with Christ-like love.
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Selecting their
Best College
How FPD helps students choose their best college and excel at the collegiate level A foundational belief at FPD is that every student is
Instead of filling out numerous applications,
created by God with unique gifts and talents. Teachers
Mr. Thompson helps students think through college
focus on helping each student achieve his or her best and
options and apply to schools where they have the most
discover his or her individual path. This idea of student-
interest.
focused education goes far beyond the classroom. It extends to the athletic fields, the stage, the gym, and
“We take a strategic approach,” notes Mr. Thompson.
even to the college counseling office. Every student is
“We talk with each student individually as they consider
unique and therefore every student has different college
their best-fit options. I tell them it is like buying a house.
and career aspirations. That is where Brad Thompson,
There are numerous options available; you explore and
FPD’s Director of College Counseling, comes in.
decide which features are most important to you. Then you match which colleges best meet those needs and
Best-Fit Approach To College Applications
preferences.”
FPD’s approach to college counseling is based on the idea that students need to find their “best fit” college.
Preparation Starts Early
This includes considerations of size, location, available
At the beginning of high school, Mr. Thompson meets
majors, faith opportunities, extracurricular options, cost
with each of the ninth-grade classes to begin the process
and financial aid, and the overall student atmosphere.
of college counseling. Students hear about what colleges are looking for in applicants and discuss standardized
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97%
of FPD students receive acceptance to their first or second college choice
testing. He also introduces FPD’s
and thereby choose colleges that have
“Since we have relatively small
college and career tool, Naviance.
strong programs for those majors.
graduating classes, we are able to meet
This saves them time on the college
with students and families individually.
In tenth grade, students start to hone
application process and ultimately
I help them think through options
in on possible college majors. They
helps them choose a best-fit college.
that are specific to their needs. I want
take a specialized personality and
We also love for the ‘undecided’
to join the dialogue that has been
aptitude assessment called YouScience
student (which many of them are) to
going on between the student and the
that helps identify interests and career
consider all their possibilities.”
parents,” says Mr. Thompson.
During their eleventh grade year,
Academic Strength to Succeed In
choices that relate to those interests. “We introduced YouScience a few years
students begin to participate in
College
ago and it has been transformational to
individual meetings in the college
Combined with the individualized
our college discussion process,” notes
counseling office. These continue
approach to college counseling, FPD’s
Mr. Thompson. “We are one of a few
throughout eleventh and twelfth
strong academic curriculum allows
select schools who take full advantage
grade as Mr. Thompson partners with
students to then excel in the college of
of the insights the YouScience
students and families to help them
their choice.
assessment provides. We love to
make the best college decision for their
discuss results with students as we
students.
help them pinpoint majors to consider
FPD’s curriculum is nationally recognized, having achieved
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exemplary accreditation from
earn college credits through select
prepared to communicate effectively,
Association of Christian Schools
scores on AP exams. AP classes
solve challenging problems, and study
International and three National Blue
give students an early glance at the
appropriately. These skills set them up
Ribbons for Exemplary Performance
expectations of college courses as
for success in college.
from the US Department of Education.
they sharpen their skills and dive
These awards are supported by the
deeper into courses in which they are
Finally, students are prepared for
numerous alumni who report they were
interested.
college through the invaluable
exceedingly well-prepared for college.
foundation of faith fostered at FPD. Students who do not participate in AP
In all grades, teachers instruct from
College preparation at FPD stems from
or honors courses are still prepared
a biblical worldview while students
three main opportunities – Advanced
for the rigors of college, because FPD’s
learn how to make wise decisions
Placement (AP) classes, college-
entire curriculum model – from 3K
and become godly leaders. College
preparatory classes, and a foundation
through 12th grade – has the end
campuses present a wide range
of faith.
goal of preparing students to excel
of beliefs, and FPD provides the
in college. In addition to the subject
foundation for students to make wise
FPD offers an impressive eighteen AP
material, all FPD classes teach students
choices and lean into their faith when
classes as well as dual enrollment. As
important academic skills such as
facing challenges and opportunities.
the competition for college acceptances
communication, writing, critical
increases, AP class participation
thinking, problem solving, teamwork,
“College preparation at FPD is not
can be a determining factor in
and cooperation.
only about FPD’s strong academics or
college admissions, especially early acceptances. Likewise, students can
the guidance we offer in the college When students graduate, they are
Class of 2021 in their college shirts
counseling department,” Mr. Thompson
points out. “Instead, students gain healthy habits before they head off to college. This is a critical part of the preparation students receive at FPD. This is why I love our mission to educate and equip.” Overall, 97% of FPD graduates are accepted to their first or second college choice. The foundation formed at FPD helps them not only gain acceptance to their college of choice but also allows them to excel in their classes. They have the foundation needed to be leaders in their classes and their communities. “No matter which college they select, FPD students have the academic tools and foundation of faith to succeed,” comments Mr. Thompson. “Likewise, they have a supportive team of faculty and coaches cheering them on as they discover God’s unique plan for their life.”
Early College Acceptances
for the class of 2022
As of December 2021, FPD seniors have received early acceptances to the following colleges
In Georgia:
Berry College Kennesaw State University Georgia College & State University Georgia Institute of Technology Georgia Military College Georgia Southern University Georgia State University Mercer University Middle Georgia State University North Georgia State University Oglethorpe University University of Georgia Savannah College of Art & Design Young Harris College
Out of State:
Auburn University Clemson University College of Charleston Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Hampden-Sydney College Lipscomb University Louisiana State University Presbyterian University Samford University South Florida College University of Alabama University of Memphis University of Minnesota University of Mississippi University of Tennessee at Chattanooga University of Tennessee
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Campus Notes
Faculty Service Day During FPD’s Fall Faculty In-Service Day, FPD faculty and administrators enjoyed an afternoon serving in the community. Team FPD visited multiple ministries in Macon including the Ronald McDonald House, Jay’s Hope, Backpack Ministry, United in Pink, Rebuilding Macon, Oaks at Peake, and Campus Clubs. At each of these locations, they served in various ways such as painting wheelchair ramps, packing meals for Backpack Ministry, cleaning and decorating classrooms at Campus Clubs, and making crafts with the residents at Oaks at Peake.
Middle School Bible Buddies FPD middle school students have enjoyed participating in Bible Buddies, a new mentorship opportunity as part of FPD’s Bible curriculum. On select days, FPD sixth, seventh, and eighth graders visit FPD’s lower school students and discuss Bible stories, godly leadership, and Christ-like character traits. This sweet time of fellowship is also a highlight for FPD lower school students who love to spend time with their upper school friends.
“These ministries often see our students through FPD’s service outreach programs,” notes FPD Director of Community Service Holly Scott. “This Team FPD Service Day gave our faculty and staff the opportunity to assist them as well. They all represent wonderful ministries in Macon, and we are honored to support them.”
1800 Square Foot Flag Unfurled at Stadium Woodmen of the World Life Insurance donated an 1800 square foot flag for a special presentation at FPD’s George S. Johnson Stadium in honor of our troops. The flag was held by over 60 FPD students and proudly presented during the National Anthem prior to FPD’s Homecoming football game against Deerfield-Windsor.
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FPD Students Introduce a Pickleball Team Several members of FPD’s senior class took the initiative to start FPD’s own pickleball team! During FPD’s annual Club Fair, over 150 students signed up to participate. Coached by Joe McDaniel, Ed Middlebrooks, and Johnny Morton, team members learned about rules and techniques through clinics hosted at FPD’s Pearson-Wall Courts. Lauren Casey, club president, noted, “Georgia Mercer and I wanted to start this club because we played pickleball over the summer. We found it really enjoyable and a great way to get outside, be active, and spend time with friends.” This spring, FPD’s Pickleball Team hopes to host additional matches and opportunities for other students to discover the sport.
FPD’s Kristen Kreutner Awarded Outstanding Administrator of the Year by Project Lead the Way Mrs. Kristen Kreutner, FPD’s Director of Innovation, Curriculum, and Instruction, was recently named a Project Lead the Way Outstanding Administrator of the Year. Mrs. Kreutner was one of only 17 administrators worldwide to receive the award, which is presented to educational leaders who inspire, engage, and empower their students by creating transformative learning experiences. Mrs. Kreutner joined the FPD team in June 2021 after previously serving as a principal at Northshore Christian Academy in Snohomish, Washington. Since arriving at FPD, Mrs. Kreutner has been actively engaged with FPD’s principals and faculty to continue enhancing our curriculum
FPD’s Lower School welcomes
and academic opportunities.
Elementary Robotics Program FPD’s first through fifth graders welcomed an elementary robotics program as part of FPD’s Center for Discovery. Based on First LEGO League’s Explore program, FPD’s elementary robotics introduced students to the fundamentals of engineering as they explored real-world problems and learned to design, code, and create unique solutions. They crafted their designs out of LEGO bricks powered by the LEGO WeDo 2.0 software. Each year’s Explore challenge will feature a different realworld problem-solving opportunity. This year’s challenge incorporated cargo transportation and how to improve current methods.
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FPD welcomes two new
Innovation Labs
for the 2022-2023 school year
Robotics Programming Supplies & Storage
Multiple 3D Printers
3D Modeling & Building Spaces
Concept for middle and high school Innovation Lab Collaborative Workspaces
Thanks to gifts from generous donors, FPD is excited to announce two new Innovation (STEM) Labs – one for elementary school and one for middle and high school students! The Innovation Labs will open in the 2022-2023 school year and will house an array of tools and equipment that will vastly enhance science, engineering, robotics, programming, mathematics, and design opportunities for FPD students.
“While we initially planned on building one Innovation Lab this year, we have had enough donor interest to build two innovation labs – one for our upper school and one for our elementary school,” notes Dr. John Patterson, FPD Head of School. “We are so blessed by the gifts of these donors; these Innovation Labs will change the landscape of our STEM education program.”
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The Middle and High School Innovation Lab will be home to multiple elective classes in which students discuss concepts like construction engineering, agricultural engineering, green building, and computer programming. Students will bring their projects to life using 3D printers, soldering tools, robotics equipment, and engineering software on each student’s tablet. For our prekindergarten through fifth grade, the Lower School Innovation Lab will feature collaborative workspaces with hands-on, engaging activities that enhance what students are learning in the classroom. These projects will build fine motor skills, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking skills in a makerspace format. “While STEM concepts are currently incorporated into our curriculum at all levels, these new designated spaces will take these experiences to the next level,” notes Kristen Kreutner, FPD’s Director of Innovation, Instruction, and Curriculum. “Our curriculum in the Innovation Labs will incorporate real world problem solving with opportunities to create, design, and build solutions.” “Thanks to the gifts we received, we will be able to bring these labs to reality and equip them with the latest technology for the 202223 school year,” comments Dr. Patterson. “These Innovation Labs will be an outstanding addition to the FPD student experience as we continue to enhance our curriculum and opportunities. Students who are interested in 3D design, construction, coding, and robotics will now have new opportunities to grow their gifts and talents under the guidance of FPD’s talented, godly mentors.”
FPD’s Row the Boat Annual Fund is off to a wonderful start. In addition to funding for the Innovation Labs, generous gifts were made to purchase two new kilns for FPD’s art program, new sound improvements for the Clark Fine Arts Center auditorium, and a renovation of FPD’s weight room. Likewise, lead gifts were made to repaint and refinish the Middlebrooks Athletic Center gymnasium. Other projects for consideration are a viewing patio for FPD’s baseball and soccer fields, renovations to our 300 building to expand classroom availability, new band uniforms, and renovated locker rooms.
new baseball/soccer viewing patio
new marching band
uniform concept “We are very thankful for the donors who make these projects possible,” notes Kathy Tolbert, FPD Director of Advancement. “All of these opportunities enhance the student experience at FPD so we not only provide the best resources for our current students, we also lay the foundation for future FPD students.”
Give online at www.fpdmacon.org/rowtheboat
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supporting
Campus Clubs FPD fall school-wide service project raises over $16K for Campus Clubs
Each fall FPD introduces a new school-wide service project to unite the Viking Nation community in support of a selected charitable organization. This year, FPD’s school-wide service project benefitted Macon’s Campus Clubs. Students and families joined together to raise $16,159 for Campus Clubs to help build a library. In addition to dress down days, FPD students hosted several events to reach this goal.
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Night of Worship
Day School Dash
FPD’s Night of Worship was a wonderful evening of praise and fellowship in the Clark Fine Arts Center. The event was led by FPD senior Camden Smith and members of FPD’s student worship team. The inspiring evening lifted the spirits of attendees and raised over $3000 for Campus Clubs. “At the beginning of the school year, Dr. Patterson was talking about Campus Clubs and our goal to raise money for them,” remembers Camden. “He challenged everyone to think of one way that they could contribute. I thought - I have a worship team. People I can count on. Let’s put this together!” Camden was joined by Lauren Casey, Laura Chan, and Sophie Chan on vocals, FPD elementary music teacher Brayden Hutcheson on piano, and FPD alum Micah Moore on percussion. Throughout the evening, other FPD students read scripture and gave testimonies about their experience volunteering at Campus Clubs. The event was well-received, and the FPD Worship Team plans to continue it in future years.
Bracelet Boutique
FPD fifth grade girls took their love for jewelry making and turned it into a bracelet business to benefit Campus Clubs. The group, led by Emily Collins Cawley, Sterling
Cawley, and Hughes McElreath, set up shop at football games and sold their custom creations to Viking fans, raising nearly $600 for Campus Clubs.
FPD’s cross country teams joined together to support Campus Clubs by hosting a 5K and 1 mile fun run on the Peake Cross Country Trail on November 13. The event featured over 100 runners and raised over $1300 for Campus Clubs. “I first had the idea after they said that we were raising money for Campus Clubs,” remembers FPD sixth grader Abee Leslein, one of the race organizers. “Since I love cross country, I thought I could do a run. My goal was to raise money to help Campus Clubs surpass their goal and get the library they want and deserve.” FPD’s cross country teams hope to continue the Day School Dash to benefit a new organization each year.
Art for a Cause FPD’s Art Club painted a beautiful collaborative piece - “A Walk in the Woods.” The work of art was auctioned off for Campus Clubs in a sealed-bid auction and won by FPD alumna Laura Bechtel ‘81. The FPD Art Club is led by Emmie Dezoort and Tenley Pelissier. You can read more about the FPD Art Clubs on page 20.
“I am very proud of how our students responded to this opportunity to give back. All of these ideas were studentinitiated and student-led. Our students have an undeniable heart for service and were eager to use their God-given talents to help the Campus Clubs ministry. This effort of service is the very best definition of who the students of FPD are – the hands and feet of Christ.” - Dr. John Patterson, FPD Head of School FPD Magazine I page 15 I fpdmacon.org
Athletics
Softball Honors
Coach Larry Lee This past year Viking Nation lost a dear friend when beloved softball community coach Larry Lee passed away from COVID-19. His effervescent personality and jovial smile were staples on FPD’s campus. When they took to the field in August, FPD’s Lady Vikings softball team knew they wanted this season to be played in his honor.
“LL” stickers placed on the softball helmets
As part of the commemoration, the team placed “LL” stickers on their helmets and proudly hung Larry Lee’s picture at the door frame of their locker room. Likewise, each player wore a shirt with one of Coach Lee’s famous quotes – “I know you got this, but you need to know too.” “He was such a positive guy,” remembers Head Coach Lisa Spear. “I think that’s what we’re going to miss the most. He was so positive and encouraging to the girls. He was the guy who would do anything for you. He was somebody we could count on.” Senior Cammie Frame commented, “One of my favorite memories of Coach Larry Lee is that whenever we went up to bat, he would give us a thumbs up or a smile. And he would always have some words of encouragement when we got on base.”
Coach Lee’s son, Chandler Lee, throws out the first pitch
“If I was having a rough day or an off day,” remembers Senior Avery Stroud, “he was there to help me be more confident in myself, and he would always tell me how he believed in me.”
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At the start of the season, Coach Lee’s son, Chandler Lee, threw out the first pitch in honor of his dad and started a memorable season. Coach Lee was definitely smiling down from Heaven on his Lady Vikings. “In the middle of the season, we had a big win over Calvary Day School,” notes Coach Spear. “After being down five runs, Katie Clary got a base hit to drive in the winning run in the bottom of the seventh inning. That win gave us a much-needed confidence boost. After that, we really came together and started playing as a team with a lot of confidence.” Coach Spear notes that Coach Lee’s joy will
The Larry Lee Attitude Award 2021 Honorees: Ava Spillers (Middle School) and Sophie Wilford (High School)
continue to be missed, but she is proud of how the girls honored him this season. “Our theme
The Larry Lee Attitude Award is a new softball award started in memory of Coach
this year was Be Ready – not just ‘ready’ for a
Lee. It will be given annually to a Lady Viking who exhibits a positive attitude,
game, but ready for life beyond softball. Be
someone who works hard, is encouraging to their teammates, and puts the
ready so others can see Christ in our words, our
needs of the team before themselves.
actions, how we play, and how we interact with each other. This definitely describes
Recipients Ava Spillers and Sophie Wilford are pictured with Mary Grace and
Coach Lee and the joy he brought as a
Walker Girardeau, Larry’s grandchildren, and Michael Girardeau, son of Larry’s
coach.”
wife, Leslie Girardeau Lee.
The Vikings made it all the way to the Sweet Sixteen, and sophomore Kaylee MacDonald was named to the All-Region team. They have a lot of momentum heading into next season and new batting cages to look forward to this summer. The new cages will be in memory of Coach Lee thanks to gifts from his wife, Leslie Girardeau Lee, and his friends and family. The Lady Vikings graduate Avery Stroud, Cammie Frame, Anna Hawk, Katie Clary, and Kate Paulin. “Next year, I am looking forward to seeing how much our returning players have grown in
The Larry Lee Scholarship Award First Honoree: Gabby Bossé-Joseph
confidence and skill level,” notes Coach Spear.
In 2021, Larry Lee’s family and friends started a scholarship in his honor. The first
“We will miss the amazing seniors, but we also
recipient of the scholarship was Gabby Bossé-Joseph ‘21. The scholarship is awarded
celebrate the return a large number of players
to a student-athlete who shows godly character and leadership in the classroom and
who contributed in big ways.”
on their team. The award will be given annually to an FPD senior to be applied to that student’s college tuition.
. Pictured left to right: Dr. Frank Carter, Chandler Lee (Larry’s son), recipient Gabby Bossé-Joseph, Leslie Lee (Larry’s wife), and Mr. Craig Lewis. Dr. Carter, Mr. Lewis, and Mr. Donnie Patten (not pictured) helped establish the scholarship in Larry Lee’s memory.
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Athletics - Fall Sports Recap
Viking Football Wins Back-to-Back Region Championships
ELITE EIGHT!
The Vikings finished 10-3 overall (5-0 in Region 1-A) while cruising to a second consecutive Region Championship and a first-ever Elite 8 Quarterfinals appearance in the GHSA State Playoffs. “I just have a hard time putting into words how proud I am of this team,” said FPD Head Coach, Greg Moore. “The leadership and example from our captains and seniors were really the difference. They established early a “TEAM FIRST” marching order, and the rest of the boys responded with great effort and the results speak for themselves.” Moore continued, “I thought our student body, band, cheerleaders, our fans, our parent support – really all of it – were fantastic. It made me proud to be a Viking, and it was so rewarding to see the boys and our entire school enjoy and celebrate God’s blessings.” The Vikings will return a very skilled nucleus of players from this year’s team, but they also have to fill many holes left by the graduation of this year’s senior class. “We have a lot of work to do moving forward, and we will get there, but for now, I just want to enjoy the successes of these boys and this team – it’s been unforgettable.” Adding to the accolades, FPD’s Coleman Cauley was named the GHSA Region 1-A Private Defensive Player of the Year, and Griffin Green was named the GHSA Region 1-A Private Offensive Player of the Year. Coleman Cauley was also named to the All-State team, while D’Aren Igho-Osagie and Jackson Moore received Honorable Mention. The Vikings graduate Garrett Veal, Jackson Moore, Will Murray, Coleman Cauley, Brady Roper, Tanner Gaskins, Hayden Prady, Marshall Garvin, Jordan Tolbert, Ethan Wilson, Blake Cohen, Micah Henley, Thomas Barfield, Camden Smith, Sheldon Paine, and Park Davis. FPD Magazine I page 18 I fpdmacon.org
COMPETITION CHEER The Vikings started the season full of excitement for a new season and a fresh start. A choreographer from the Stingrays in Atlanta visited to teach them a new routine. Unfortunately, the team was hit with several injuries at the start of the season, but they reworked their routine and hit the floor at their first competition. In the end, the Vikings placed in the top four in all competitions and earned their highest score yet at sectionals. “The girls wowed and amazed me!” notes Coach Jessica Murnan. “They hit every stunt and made the highest
VOLLEYBALL
on their pyramid that they have ever scored. They were given a lot of obstacles
Led by Head Coach Sarah Futo, the Lady Vikings had another
graduates Alyssa Arnold and Lola Grace Wilson.
to overcome and they never gave up, never quit.” Viking Competition Cheer
outstanding season with wins against multiple tough competitors. “This year the girls grew a lot from the beginning of the season until the end and pushed themselves to compete at a higher level as well as grow closer together,” said Coach Futo. Alayna Smallwood, Sarah Brown, and Kylar Williams were named to the All-Region team. The Vikings graduate a large group of senior athletes Caroline Bennett, Harley Beck, Sarah Brown, Callaway Hartness, Alayna Smallwood, and Kylar Williams. Coach Futo noted, “We are losing a large senior class, but I’m excited to see new girls falling in
GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY The girls cross country team had their best season in recent years taking home four trophies for their placement in regular season meets. The team was led by senior Lillie Mealor who won eight different races throughout the season as well as junior Amelia Hardy and freshman Emory Thompson who each had numerous top ten finishes. At the region meet, Lillie was the overall winner, and FPD team placed third to qualify for state. At the state meet, the team
love with the sport and competing at the varsity level!”
placed in the top 20 for the first time in several years. Lillie Mealor made it
SHOOTING SPORTS
All-Region and All-State teams.
onto the podium by placing eighth at state and was later named to the
FPD’s varsity shooting sports team had another strong season. The team finished fifth in the GISA and second in GAPPS. Stokes
BOYS CROSS COUNTRY
Ward and Holden Hines made the GISA All-State Team. Carter
The FPD boys team continued to improve on their results from last season.
Moxley placed fifth in sporting clays, and Marley Montford was the
All six team members were able to drop their times week to week for the
GISA Ladies Champion. Coach Clint Ward noted, “Overall, every
entire season. The team was led by Senior Jason Xian who had numerous
shooter improved. They are a young group, and I know they are
top ten finishes throughout the season and became the first FPD runner to
going to keep getting better and better.” The Vikings graduate one
break 18:00 in a 5K in several years. Jason individually qualified for state by
senior, Walker Perkins.
finishing fifth at Region; he ended his high school career by placing in the top 50 at State and making the All-Region team
GHSA REGION 1-A PRIVATE
PLAYERS OF THE year
Meet Victor!
Congratulations to Coleman Cauley who was named the GHSA Region 1-A Private Defensive Player of the Year, and Griffin Green who was named GHSA Region 1-A Private Offensive Player of the Year.
GHSA REGION 1-A PRIVATE
COACH of the year
FPD has a new mascot! Meet Victor E. Viking. Victor made appearances at football games this fall - running with the FPD flag and helping the cheerleaders rally the crowd each time the Vikings scored
Congratulations to Coach Greg Moore
a touchdown. The FPD football concession stand even has a new
for being named the GHSA Region 1-A Private
name - Victor’s Grill.
Coach of the Year for 2021! FPD Magazine I page 19 I fpdmacon.org
Fine Arts
FPD seniors Tenley Pelissier and Emmie Dezoort revive the Art Club and use their talents to raise money for Campus Clubs
Art Club for Campus Clubs
Seniors Tenley Pelissier and Emmie Dezoort decided to team up and revive the FPD Art Club as a collaborative, creative club that inspires our student-artists. Tenley and Emmie were joined by dozens of other students who took their passion for art a step further by giving back to Macon’s Campus Clubs. Students created a collaborative work of art called “A Walk in the Woods.” This 40”x30” oil painting was completed with help from multiple club members and auctioned off for Campus Clubs through a sealed bid auction. The winner was FPD alumna Laura Bechtel ‘81. Looking toward the future, Emmie and Tenley want to help Campus Clubs grow their art program. “We are planning on going there for Valentine’s Day and other holidays and do some other really fun projects with them,” notes Tenley. Emmie agrees, “Our goal this year is to help the Campus Clubs Art Class come to life. We hope to give each and every kid in the Campus Clubs community a chance to use their creativity.”
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FPD seniors Tenley Pelissier and Emmie Dezoort with the Art Club’s collaborative piece “A Walk in the Woods.”
ONE ACT PERFORMANCE
takes home top honors For the 2021 competition, FPD’s one-act team showcased We are the Sea by Laura Lundgren Smith. The performance received outstanding reviews by audiences and the One-Act Competition judges, placing third overall. FPD tenth graders Kyla Gay and Maisie White were recognized for their outstanding performances by being named to the All-Star Cast. The judges also named all twelve FPD actors who portrayed “The Sea” to the AllStar cast to recognize their powerful ensemble work. In addition to their competition performance, students hosted two special shows for Viking Nation, one after school and one for upper school students during the school day. About “We are the Sea” The play tells the story of Norah, Una, and Iseult who set sail from Ireland to escape the ravages of hunger, only to find a new set of dangers on their ocean voyage. The so-called “coffin ships” are full of illness, squalor, and grief, and the passengers can rely only on one another and their memories for comfort. When a cruel, angry sailor refuses to show them mercy, it seems like even their stories might be lost. But they don’t know that the sea that swirls around the ship is listening. The sea remembers everything. And the sea demands justice.
Save Save the the Date Date
FPD Spring Musical March 3, 4, 5 7:00 p.m. FPDFPD Magazine I page 19 21 I fpdmacon.org Magazine I page I fpdmacon.org
Alumni
ALUMNI NOTES 1977
1990
1998
Porter celebrated
investment banking and management
requirements and was awarded the
the launch of her
consulting firm serving. Recently Jay was
designation of a Chartered Property Casualty
fourteeth historical
named one of the Top 50 construction
Underwriter in the field of insurance. She was
novel, The Limit of
influencers worldwide by Autodesk. He
awarded and certified at the Coronado
Limelight, featuring
attributes this honor in part to the influence
Springs Resort in Buena Vista, Florida. Allison is
many real-life
FPD had in his life and is grateful for the
employed by Georgia Farm Bureau’s home
personalities of
opportunities afforded to him because of his
office in Macon.
1930’s Hollywood,
FPD education. He currently lives in Raleigh,
in September. The
North Carolina, with his wife, Cheryl, and their
bestselling book is
three daughters – Ellie, Amelia, and Blythe.
Margaret Evans
Jay Bowman is a partner with FMI, a leading
Allison Helen Kuipers recently completed
receiving excellent reviews and is available in print, e-book, and audio. Margaret is already hard at work on her next novel.
1986
Frank Talbot is excited to announce that a case he prosecuted in 2011 was recently featured on the podcast, This is Criminal.The title of the episode is The Red Flag.
2000
1987 Chris Davis’s daughter, Laura Davis, was recently promoted to lieutenant in the Navy. Laura is currently stationed in Norfolk, Virginia,
Phillips Jones and his wife, Lauren, have been back in Macon for four years after
1991
Gail McLeroy Stewart recently had the
where she serves as a navigator aboard a
honor of being nominated as a Cumberland
destroyer.
County School system Principal of the Year. Gail was one of five principals nominated out of 88 schools in the district in Hope Mills, North Carolina. Gail is the mother of college freshman, Hunter Kate; high school sophomore, Ty; and seventh grader, Cole.
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Phillips’s active duty Marine Corps career. He is the CEO at Vein Specialists of the South and Spa Medical, while Lauren serves as Associate Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations at FPD. They have two boys at FPD – Walker in second grade and Peyton in kindergarten.
2002
Ashley Thigpin Yeomans and her husband,
Kris Hattaway Vaughn serves as the Director
Ben and Caroline Childs, along with big
Josh, welcomed another baby girl, Delaney,
of Admissions at FPD. She is married to Ben
brother Barron, joyfully welcomed their
on July 1, 2021. Ellie and Lily Kate are thrilled
Vaughn, managing partner of Vaughn
second son Benjamin Rutledge Childs on
to have a new sister!
Sundeen, P.C. in Forsyth. They have two
October 6. The Childs family moved back
daughters - Hattie who is in prekindergarten
to Macon in 2019, and Ben is the Director of
at FPD and Austin who will start FPD in 3K in
Capital Sales for Smith+Nephew.
2022!
2004
Coby Jackson is engaged to Kim Malejko. The couple plans to marry in the spring of 2022. They will reside in Smyrna, Georgia.
2007
Alie Viviani Heiges and her husband, Brad,
Kate Lambert recently opened Middle
welcomed a baby girl on August 20, 2021.
Georgia’s first dog park bar. Barks N Brews,
Harlow Alessandria Heiges is already showing
located along the river in downtown Macon,
signs of being a future cheerleader!
is a private dog park and bar where dogs can play off leash and their owners can socialize and enjoy a beverage from the customized 1968 Airstream. Barks N Brews is the new hangout for pups and their people with a mission of #MaconDogsHappy!
Bethany Greene Liles and her husband, William, welcomed twin girls, Julia Frances and Lucy Diane, on May 26, 2021. Marion and Townsend are proud big sisters!
2008 Taylor Floyd works for and manages Tidwell & Hilburn Insurance agency in their Augusta office. Taylor’s primary focus is property and casualty insurance.
Stay in touch! Submit your alumni updates to lauren.jones@fpdmacon.org. If you have moved or have a new email address or phone number, please let us know. A contact update form can be found online at www.fpdmacon.org/alumni.
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2009
2013
Adelyn Bargeron Boleman and her husband,
Grace Tinkey currently serves in the United
Brock, welcomed their son Henry Clay into
States Air Force and played a key role as
the world on August 4, 2021, in Roswell,
a C-17 Globemaster III loadmaster during
Georgia.
Operation Allies Refuge. For her work during Operation Allies Refuge, Grace was honored to be awarded Airman of the Quarter for the 816th Expeditionary Group Air Mobility Command in the
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Middle East, which is composed of all the departments at the base in the Middle East.
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Dana Sams Burton and her husband, Travis, and their two sons, Ajax and Leo, are pleased to announce the successful opening of their Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gym in Byron, Georgia.
2017 Caroline Ansley Brittain graduated from
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Georgia College and State University on May 8, 2021, with bachelor of science in nursing degree. She is a registered nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit at the Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital of Atrium Health-Navicent.
2011
Rebecca Miller Semeria and her husband, Nick, reside in Athens, Georgia, where
The FPD Magazine is now
Rebecca works in the Athletic Ticket Office
online! Flip through current
at the University of Georgia and Nick works at
and previous issues to
a financial planning firm. Rebecca and Nick welcomed identical twin boys on June 25,
discover all of the great things
2021 - Henry Stephen and Owen Wayne
going on in VIking Nation!
Semeria.
2018 Brady Buher is engaged to McKenzie Harmon, and they plan to marry in September 2022. Brady graduated from Asbury University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting in May 2021. He is currently pursuing an MBA in accounting from Asbury University and is working remotely with G&A Partners as an outsourced accountant and living in Marquette, Michigan. FPD Magazine I page 24 I fpdmacon.org
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thank you to everyone who joined us for
HOMECOMING
2021
Alumni Tailgate Reunions
This year featured reunions from the classes of 1975, 1976, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1990, 1991, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2010, 2011, 2015, and 2016.
Classes of 1975 & 1976
Class of 1980
Class of 1984
Class of 1981
Class of 2000
Homecoming Award Winners FPD Service Award: Mrs. April Cassell FPD Distinguished Alumni Award: Mrs. Carol Keys Gledhill ‘01 Pictured left to right: Dr. John Patterson, FPD Head of School; April Cassell; Clay Gledhill, Carol’s husband; Carol Keys Gledhill; and Hobson Gledhill, Carol’s son. For more information on FPD Homecoming awards, including previous winners, visit www.fpdmacon.org/alumni/awards FPD Magazine I page 25 I fpdmacon.org
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
In Service to our Country Spotlight on FPD alumni serving in the military
FPD has dozens of alumni veterans and active service members in our nation’s armed forces. We salute their bravery and dedication. They epitomize FPD’s mission, and we are honored to call them Vikings. On the next few pages we recognize several of our alumni who currently serve on active duty or in the reserves. We humbly thank them and all of our other FPD military veterans and service members.
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Casey Johnson ‘15 1st Lieutenant in the Army
What inspired you to join the military? I’ve always wanted to serve and by junior year of high school, I made up my mind that I was going to join. Luckily, my brother was already an officer in the Army and talked to me about doing ROTC and earning my commission that route. How did your foundation of faith gained during your time at FPD help you in your military career? FPD helped prepare me for my journey in the Army by teaching me about the Word of God and the types of situations and people that I’d meet in the world. Through my time in the Army, I’ve kept my faith in God and continue to serve Him. Being in the military is not easy, and many times I’ve wondered about what God had planned for me or if the military was still my calling. However, I feel that God has these challenges placed before me to make me a better officer and a better leader for future soldiers. How have you been able to grow in your career? Being in the Army has taught me many things. I’ve learned how soldiers operate and how to motivate them to accomplish the mission. Most of all, it showed me what I am capable of, mentally and physically. There have been times that I’ve thought “man, there is no way I’m going to get through this week.” However, looking back on that, I see how much I’ve grown to be a well-rounded officer.
Tyler Wheeler ‘10 Army Captain
What inspired you to join the military? My family has a long lineage of service in the Army, so the desire to serve and lead was instilled in me early. The amount of responsibility given to a young 22-year-old Army Officer is truly humbling and an incredible opportunity to lead our nation’s finest. I was inspired by the opportunity to lead and serve. Plus, I wanted excitement and adventure. How did your foundation of faith gained during your time at FPD help you in your military career? I deeply appreciate the biblical foundations set by my family, faculty, and fellow students at FPD. I’ve had highs and lows in my faith, but I know to set my hope in Christ and to trust in His love, grace, and mercy. My wife and I have learned whenever we move to immediately begin searching for a Christian community and to get plugged in. FPD is a special place and a great community to grow in your faith. Any advice for students who are considering joining the military? Try it! Whether you want to lead tactical units or go into a more technical field to learn new skills, there are so many opportunities to grow, develop, and lead. You will be given much more responsibility coming right out of college than many of your peers. It’s an exciting and rewarding experience with an opportunity to lead and serve.
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Gray Lindley ‘12
Captain in the United States Marine Corps
Phillips Jones ‘00
LtCol, Marine Corps Reserves What inspired you to join the military? I believe that I was called to serve in the military after college before pursuing my current career in business. I had a window of opportunity to serve as a pilot, and I seized the chance to fulfill a lifelong dream. The military is an incredible experience for the right person. How did your foundation of faith gained during your time at FPD help you in your military career? The foundation I received in biblical worldview and faith in Jesus Christ from my parents, my church, and certainly FPD can not be understated. The world can be a cold, chaotic, and violent place. Having Jesus at the center of your life gives you a perspective that you will most surely need, no matter what trials you find yourself facing in both your personal life and career. Any advice for students who are considering joining the military? Talk to people who you know have served to gain perspective on what you are signing up to do. If you want to go to medical school or law school, it’s a good way to pay for either one while gaining amazing life experiences. If you want to be a pilot or go into business, it’s a good way to build a resume and skills that employers demand.
How did your foundation of faith gained during your time at FPD help you in your military career? I turned 28 in September, and I am still overwhelmed at how fully and completely FPD prepared me for a career in the military. I cannot emphasize enough that FPD prepared me far more than many of my peers and colleagues. I learned servant leadership, communication skills, how to empathize with others, work on a team, and problem solve. But most importantly, FPD provided me with the framework of my faith. It was and has been a continuous well of knowledge for me to pull from, lean on, and return to in the most trying of times. How have you been able to grow in your career? I’ve had the privilege of getting to mentor some of the finest young men and women our nation has to offer, as well as receiving mentorship from superiors and subordinates alike who are some of the most selfless, passionate, and professional individuals I have ever met. My faith has been challenged in ways that I did not expect nor experience in college. But God has always provided me with a community of believers. Any advice for students who are considering joining the military? Be a team player. Don’t ever quit, and remember that it is not about how tough, strong, fast, or smart you are. What’s important is having compassion for the man or woman on your left and right and putting the needs of your subordinates ahead of your own.
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Grace Tinkey ‘13
Senior Airman in the United States Air Force What inspired you to join the military? From a young age, growing up near Robins Air Force Base and seeing the planes fly overhead, I was inspired by those in uniform and what they stood for. Likewise, I was inspired by my grandfather who served in WW2 and other mentors who spent time in the service. How have you been able to grow in your career? The military teaches you how to have tough skin and pushes you in ways that you may not have believed possible. There are so many life lessons that I have learned through the service. It pushes you out of your comfort zone in more ways than one and makes you stronger. The military and your life are 110% how you make it and your perspective in how you view things. I cannot imagine doing anything else from this point forward. How did your foundation of faith gained during your time at FPD help you in your military career? Faith has been something that has always been important to me from a young age. FPD helped set a foundation of faith for me moving into college and post college. Faith has gotten me through so many things. By the grace of God, I have made it through some dangerous times on deployment. The foundation built at FPD helped gave me peace and strength during those difficult times.
Thank you to all of our Viking Nation alumni, parents, and friends who serve or have served our country. FPD Magazine I page 29 I fpdmacon.org
ANNUAL REPORT
2020-2021
The FPD Annual Report is provided in the winter issue of the FPD Magazine to inform families about the financial success and responsibility of our school. Information reported here is from the 2020-2021 fiscal year beginning June 1, 2020, and ending May 30, 2021. FPD Annual Report is published by the First Presbyterian Day School Advancement Office. Every effort has been made to publish an accurate report. If you feel information is incorrect, please email Kathy Tolbert at kathy.tolbert@fpdmacon.org.
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Viking Nation, As we reflect on 2020-2021, one thing comes to mind – God’s faithfulness. God has abundantly blessed FPD. We are honored to be the school home for so many wonderful students, families, and faculty members. In the midst of a year when COVID seemed to affect every aspect of daily life, FPD stayed focused on providing an outstanding Christ-centered, academically-strong experience for students. It was a joy to see our students thrive on campus through face-to-face interactions with mentors and friends. I want to thank the families who continue to choose FPD for their children’s education. At the start of the 2021-22 school year, God blessed us with more new students than we have welcomed in any school year for the past five years. The energy and enthusiasm for the FPD experience is growing, and we are well on our way to welcoming even more new students in the 2022-23 school year. With that in mind, our current Row the Boat Annual Fund projects include enhancements to resources in the classrooms, athletic teams, and fine art programs as we continue to support a growing student body. Examples include a new innovation lab, updates to our weight room and locker room, renovation of our 300 building to expand lower school classroom space, and more. Additional information can be found on our website at www.fpdmacon.org/rowtheboat. I want to thank all of the many Viking Nation families, friends, and alumni listed on the following pages who gave to last year’s Row the Boat Annual Fund campaign. Through these gifts, we had a record-breaking year for Annual Fund giving and built a new elementary and preschool playground and refreshed our entrance and exit corridors. It is a joy to watch our youngest learners climb on the new Viking Ship climbing tower or maneuver through the new obstacle course. Likewise, the banners, lampposts, and updated landscaping along the new entrance and exit provide an impressive first impression for campus visitors. These large-scale improvements were accompanied by many other athletic, academic, and fine arts enhancements that ensure FPD continues to provide a top educational experience for our many students. In the midst of changes and updates, our focus remains on our mission to educate and equip students to change the world for God’s glory. Thank you to all of the faculty, families, friends, and alumni who continue to invest in this mission. We commit to use your gifts and investments wisely as we educate and equip the next generation of Christian leaders. Go Vikings!
Dr. John Patterson, Head of School First Presbyterian Day School
2020 - 2021 Board of Trustees Mr. Danny Smith, Chair Mr. Hal Foshee, Vice Chair Dr. Brian Cardis Mr. Jason Churchwell Mr. Rob Danner
Dr. Hays Fyke Dr. Cameron Garvin Mr. George Jones Mrs. Lauren Jones Mrs. Tracy Jones
Rev. Chip Miller (Ex Officio) Mr. JD Miller Dr. Bobby Newman Mrs. Martha Pearson Mr. Jack Pyles
Mrs. Amy Walthall Dr. John Patterson (Ex Officio)
2020 - 2021 VPA leadership team All parents are considered members of the Viking Parent Ambassadors (VPAs). The following parents volunteered during the 2020-2021 academic year to serve on the VPA leadership team and organize the various VPA events and service opportunities. Emily Tart, President Courtney Anderson, Vice President Lucia Barnes, Past President
Amanda Casey Courtney Cawley Carlie Cochran
Kelly Copeland Jessica Hinson Brandi Justice
Lindsay Long Ellen Thomas Erica Tarpley
2020 - 2021 Alumni Board FPD’s Alumni Board helps serve the school by organizing alumni events and connecting alumni back to the school. Jerry Becham Rebekah Coon Carol Gordon
Katie Griffis Christen McCommon Laura McGreggor
Mary Elizabeth Neisler Jack Nichols Jenna Rumford
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Hope Shields Ken Smith
REPORT OF GIVING ALL DONORS
given between June 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021
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C and H Pools of Macon, LLC Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Cable Cadence Bank Capital City Bank Mr. Larry Carpenter Mr. William Carrigan Mr. Frank Carter Mr. Michael Carter Mr. and Mrs. Mike L. Casteel Mrs. Carolyn G. Cauley Mr. and Mrs. Harold C. Causey Mr. John M. Causey Mr. and Mrs. Robert Causey Mr. J R. Chambers Mr. and Mrs. Gavin L. Chapman Ms. Sandy Chastain Mr. and Mrs. Trevor Chatfield Mr. Chris K. Childers Mr. and Mrs. John C. Childs Jr CityLine Commercial Holdings. LLC Class of 1995 Mrs. J.W. Coggins Mr. and Mrs. Brett Collier Mr. and Mrs. Randy J. Comer Mrs. Suzanne Conner Mr. and Mrs. Pete Cook Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Cook Mrs. Peter G. Coon, Sr. Ms. Elizabeth Copelan Corporate Connection - Macon Monogramming Mr. and Mrs. Brian Corrigan Mr. and Mrs. Mike Corrigan Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Cowart Dr. Lesley J. Cown Mr. Bryan Cox Mr. and Mrs. Stephen B. Cox Mr. and Mrs. John Q. Crawford Mr. and Mrs. R. Seaborn Crosby Mr. Alex C. Cunard Mr. and Mrs. David M. Cusson Mr. and Mrs. Leon Cusson Mr. and Mrs. Conie Mac Darnell Dr. and Mrs. William B. Dasher, Jr. Mrs. Dolores Davidson Mr. and Mrs. Brandon R. Davis Mr. and Mrs. Will Davis Mr. Jeffrey Davis Ms. Kathryn Davis Mr. and Mrs. Lee Dawson Ms. Jane DeBarge Mr. and Mrs. Sean R. DeBey Mrs. Emily Dickey Mr. W. M. Dickey III Mr. and Mrs. Derek W. Donaldson
Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Doubleday Mr. and Mrs. W H. Dowling Mr. and Mrs. Walter R. Duckworth Mr. and Mrs. R. Carlton Dumas Mr. Michael Dykes Mr. and Mrs. Walter T. Edalgo Mrs. Rebecca Edwards Mr. and Mrs. Brian England Mr. Peyton Ethridge Mr. and Mrs. Richard N. Evans Mr. and Mrs. Stanton Eversole Dr. Elizabeth W. Ferro Mr. and Mrs. Doug Fincher Jr. FIRST Robotics Mr. and Mrs. Gerry S. Ford Mrs. Patsy Fountain Mr. and Mrs. Rick Frame Mrs. Angie Freeman Ms. Sirena Fritz Mr. and Mrs. Rick Funk Mr. and Mrs. Justin Futo Mr. Paul E. Gable Mr. and Mrs. Charlie A. Gardner Mr. and Mrs. Justin Gardner Mr. and Mrs. Michael R. Garrison Mr. and Mrs. Ken Garvin, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. James K. Gay GEICO Geotechnical and Environmental Consultants Mr. and Mrs. John W. Gilbert IV Mr. and Mrs. Joel F. Ginaldi Mr. and Mrs. Candler Ginn Mr. and Mrs. William E. Gleaton III Global Parts Distributors, LLC Dr. and Mrs. Charles D. Gomez Mr. and Mrs. Wes Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Andy Gray Mr. and Mrs. Lionel Grebert Mr. and Mrs. Roger D. Greene Mr. Todd O. Greene Greene & Associates, Inc. Mr. Andy Greenway Mrs. Kay Greer Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gregory Mr. and Mrs. Matthew R. Gresham Dr. and Mrs. Christopher Grice Mr. and Mrs. John E. Griffin, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Clark Haddock Ethel Hails Mr. and Mrs. F. Kennedy Hall Mr. and Mrs. J. Ellsworth Hall III Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Hall, Sr. FPD Magazine I page 32 I fpdmacon.org
Mr. and Mrs. Shane Hall Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Halliburton Hammer Nail Construction LLC Ms. Mary Elizabeth Hand Mr. and Mrs. W. Donald Handberry, Jr. Rev. and Mrs. Gary R. Harmon, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Keith A. Harper Ms. Joan Harris Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Harrison Mr. and Mrs. Tracy R. Hatfield Dr. and Mrs. Chuck Hawkins Healthtrust Purchasing Group Mr. and Mrs. Bart A. Hendley Ms. Nancy Hendry Mr. and Mrs. Samuel K. Henley, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. F B. Henry Ms. Bernadette Hershberg Keith and Chrissie Hetes Mr. and Mrs. Henry J. Hicks II Mr. and Mrs. James R. Hill Hines Farms, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Hinson Mr. and Mrs. Alex L. Hinson Mr. and Mrs. JP Hogan Mr. and Mrs. Howard Holleman Mr. and Mrs. David Hollingsworth Mr. and Mrs. Chase Hollingsworth Mr. and Mrs. Sam H. Hollis Ms. Joann K. Holmes Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Hoover Jr Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Hopper Ms. April Hornsby Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Howard Mr. and Mrs. John E. Howard Mr. and Mrs. John E. Howard Mr. Kevin S. Hubbard Mr. and Mrs. C B. Huckaby Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Huggins Mr. and Mrs. Barcaro C. Hughes Mr. James Hughes Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hughes Mr. and Mrs. James Hunnicutt Ms. Mandi Huntsman Mr. and Mrs. Brayden Hutcheson Mr. and Mrs. David Irwin Dr. and Mrs. Matt Jerles Johnny’s Pizza Dr. and Mrs. Joe Johnson Mrs. Katherine W. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. W. Robert Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Anderson O. Jones
Mrs. Billie B. Jones Mr. John D. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Jackson L. Justice Ms. Paula Kaplan Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Kaspers Mr. and Mrs. Andrew D. Katzer Mr. and Mrs. Dave Katzer KBS Essential Services Mr. and Mrs. Josey R. Kelley Mr. Ryan Michael Kelly Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Kemper Mr. and Mrs. Pete Kendall Mr. and Mrs. Davey Keys Ms. Asia King Dr. and Mrs. Alan Kirsh Mr. and Mrs. Joel Knight Ms. Linda Knose Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Kosater Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Krejci Kroger Co. Mr. and Mrs. Eric Latimer Mr. and Mrs. Garrett Law Mr. John Laws Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Layton Mr. Barry Lee Ms. Betty J. Lee Ms. Licia A. Lee Mr. and Mrs. Justin Leslein Mr. Craig S. Lewis Mr. Crawford Little Mrs. Maureen Lizek Mr. and Mrs. W. Coyet Lowery Jr. Ms. Allison Lucas Mr. Charles Lyon Macon Bibb Storage Properties, Inc. Macon Occupational Medicine Macon Running Club Mr. and Mrs. Mark Magoni Mr. and Mrs. William H. Mann Mr. and Mrs. William T. Marbut Mr. and Mrs. Rob Martin Martin Snow, LLP Attorneys at Law Mary Hammond Washington Chapter DAR Mr. and Mrs. Rady J. Masicott Mr. and Mrs. Rad Massey Mr. and Mrs. Gene McAllister Mr. and Mrs. J. E. McCallum Mr. and Mrs. Rodney McCart Mr. and Mrs. Darin McClure Mr. and Mrs. Brian McCommon Mr. and Mrs. Brian McCommon Dr. and Mrs. Ben McCurdy Mr. and Mrs. Chad McDaniel Ashleigh and Collin McDonald
Mr. and Mrs. William R. McDuffie Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin McElreath, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Brian N. McGreggor Mr. and Mrs. Albert W. McKay, Jr. Mr. James McLendon Ms. Lisa C. McLendon Mr. and Mrs. Mortimer Meadors Dr. and Mrs. John Meadows Mr. Robert Means Mr. and Mrs. Drew W. Mercer Mr. and Mrs. Paul Meyer Mr. and Mrs. Ed Middlebrooks Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Middlebrooks Midstate Material Handling, Inc Ms. Sheena K. Mingo Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Minter Mr. and Mrs. Bryan L. Mitchell Mrs. Lori L. Mitchell Mr. and Mrs. Russell D. Mitchell II Ms. Elizabeth Mixon MMI Construction LLC Mrs. Suzanne Moody Mr. Chrisopher Moore Mr. and Mrs. Greg Moore Mr. James R. Moore B D. Morton Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Morton Mr. and Mrs. Charles Moseley Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Moxley Mr. and Mrs. Keith H. Moxley Dr. and Mrs. David K. Murnan Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Myhand Ms. Louann E. Nadalini Navicent Health Mr. and Mrs. David Nelson Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Newberry Ms. Eden Newman Mr. Richard Newman
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Neyman Noland Company Ms. Laurie B. Noltimier Ms. Betty Ocker Mr. and Mrs. David Oedel Mr. and Mrs. George C. Oetter, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Yoshifumi Ohata Mrs. and Mr. Beverly Olson One South Bank Lenore Oplt Mr. Michael Pagliarulo Mr. and Mrs. Mark Patterson Mr. and Mrs. Mike Payne Mr. Wesley Peavy Mr. and Mrs. Kelly C. Penn Mr. Lloyd Perkins Mr. Thomas Perry Mr. and Mrs. Kort Peterson Piedmont Construction Group 1, LLC Mr. and Mrs. Herbert M. Ponder, Jr. Mrs. Bren Powell Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy D. Pritchard Mr. Brad Proctor Proforma Ascension Marketing Group Publix Super Markets, Inc. Mrs. Wade M. Putnal Mr. and Mrs. Pat Rabun Mr. and Mrs. Philip Rabun Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Wagoner Mr. and Mrs. Bob Rawlings Mr. Heston and Dr. Ashley Ray RCD Trucks Mr. and Mrs. Don Ream IV Mr. and Mrs. Howard G. Reed Dr. and Mrs. Christopher Reeves Mr. Roscoe Reynolds Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Rigdon Jr.
MEMORIALS
given between June 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021 Amy Greene Mr. Todd O. Greene Mr. and Mrs. Roger D. Greene
Ben Bowden Mr. and Mrs. Steve Bowden Mrs. Katherine L. Wrabel
Aramis Alvarez Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Minter
Ben Harden Mr. and Mrs. Brad Thompson
Austin Childers Mr. and Mrs. Justin Lyles Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Ethridge, Jr.
Brenda Herring Mrs. Patsy Fountain
Austin & Garrett Childers Rev. and Mrs. Gary R. Harmon, Sr. Becky Olsen Mrs. Katherine L. Wrabel
Clifford Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Harold Foshee III Coleman Tidwell Sr Mr. and Mrs. John Coleman Tidwell, Jr. Constance Sincock Dr. and Mrs. James A. Upshaw
Mr. and Mrs. Woody Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Todd Robertson Mr. and Mrs. James Rogers Mr. and Mrs. Brian D. Roper Mr. and Mrs. Matt Rose Mrs. Eleanor Futch Rosen Mr. Joey Rozier Mr. and Mrs. Thomas S. Rule, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Steve L. Rumford Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rumford II Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Ryder Ms. Bonnie Sammons Mr. and Mrs. Jesse A. Sasser Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey W. Sawyer Dr. and Mrs. Tom Scott Mr. and Mrs. William L. Seabolt Mr. Keith Seabrooks Mrs. Helen Sears Sellers Construction Company, LLC Mr. and Mrs. Mark Sexton Dr. and Mrs. Barry Shealy Dr. and Mrs. Walter Shelton Ms. Tasha Shepard Mr. and Mrs. Carl E. Sheppard Mr. and Mrs. Harold Shields Mr. and Mrs. F. T. Shurling Mr. and Mrs. Matthew J. Siegel Mr. and Mrs. Mark Simmons Dr. and Mrs. John M. Simmons, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William P. Simmons, Jr. Mr. Harvey Simpson Mr. Tom Slagle Mr. and Mrs. Roy T. Smallwood Mr. and Mrs. Bob L. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Smith Ms. Casey L. Smith Mr. Daniel Smith Mrs. Megan Smith Southern Air Specialists, LLC
Southwestern Fundraising Mr. and Mrs. Baxter Sowell Ms. Lisa M. Spear Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Spinks Ms. Julia Stafford Mr. and Mrs. Shawn Stafford Mr. and Mrs. R. Terrell Stanley Mr. and Mrs. John F. Stewart Mr. and Mrs. Steve Stewart Mr. and Mrs. Brian Stone Mr. and Mrs. Ward Stone Jr. Kelly and Crystal Strandmark Dr. and Mrs. Loy D. Strawn Dr. and Mrs. Andrew Strickland Stroud and Company Dr. and Mrs. James I. Suit Summit Group Mr. and Mrs. Jeff S. Takac COL and Mrs. Timothy N. Tart, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. William S. Taunton, Jr. Ashley Thillainathan Mrs. Martha Thomas Ms. Shirley Ann Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Brad Thompson Tidwell & Hilburn Insurance Mr. John B. Timms Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy Tolbert Mr. and Mrs. Adam Tolbert Mr. and Mrs. H. Lowry Tribble Mr. Ryan Triesenberg Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Trieste Ms. Erica Tritta Ms. Nicola Tritta Mr. Tripp Turley Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Vanderburg Mr. and Mrs. James Vaughn Mr. and Mrs. Steve Veal Rev. and Mrs. Bob Veazey Dr. and Mrs. Ash P. Walker Mr. and Mrs. John C. Walker, III Mr. and Mrs. Steve Walker
Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Wallace Mr. and Mrs. James K. Walsh Mr. and Mrs. Brian T. Walter Mrs. Libbie Walthall Ms. Sabrina Walthall Walthall Oil Company Mr. and Mrs. David Walton Ms. Laura Wanamaker Ms. Dana Ward Mr. and Mrs. Randy Warren Mr. and Mrs. Casey Washburn Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Watson Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Weatherford Mr. and Mrs. Brandon West Mr. and Mrs. H. Ben West Dr. Terry and Dr. Margery Whatley Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Whitaker Mr. and Mrs. Robert White, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John M. Williams, III Mr. and Mrs. Christopher A. Willingham Mr. and Mrs. Craig Wilson Mrs. Larry Wilson Mr. Scott Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Daniel O. Windham Mr. and Mrs. John Woodford Woodford Properties LLC Mr. Daniel Woods Mr. Benjamin Wrabel Mrs. Katherine L. Wrabel Mr. Al Wright Ms. Jeanna Wright Mr. and Mrs. Justin Wright Mr. and Mrs. Randy Wright Mrs. Cherry Young Dr. and Mrs. Edward H. Young
In Memory of Given By David Hampton Mrs. Suzanne Conner Dempsey S. Brown, Jr Mr. and Mrs. Stephen B. Cox Donnie Wayne Churchwell Mr. and Mrs. Jason Churchwell Dr. Larry Wilson Macon Occupational Medicine Mr. and Mrs. Jet Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Mark Baxter Mr. and Mrs. Leonard G. Bevill Mr. and Mrs. Walter H. Boyett III Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Cable Mr. and Mrs. Mike Corrigan Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Danner, Jr. FPD Magazine I page 33 I fpdmacon.org
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Garvin, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John E. Griffin, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Halliburton Dr. and Mrs. Ken Harper F B. Henry Mrs. Katherine W. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Chad McDaniel Mrs. Lori L. Mitchell Mrs. Bren Powell Mrs. Betty Ragland Dr. and Mrs. James A. Upshaw Mr. Craig Wilson Dr. and Mrs. William B. Dasher, Jr. Mr. Scott Wilson Dr. Ron Hicks Mr. and Mrs. Ken Garvin, Jr.
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Mr. and Mrs. Ken Shields Mr. and Mrs. F. T. Shurling Harvey Simpson Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Smith Mr. and Mrs. Bob L. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Baxter Sowell Ms. Lisa M. Spear Mr. and Mrs. R. Terrell Stanley Mr. and Mrs. Steve Stewart Mr. and Mrs. Ward Stone Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Loy D. Strawn Mr. and Mrs. Jay Strickland Ashley Thillainathan Mr. and Mrs. H. Lowry Tribble Erica Tritta Nicola Tritta Mr. and Mrs. Ben Vaughn Mr. and Mrs. John C. Walker III Mr. and Mrs. David Walton Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Watson John M. Williams, III Mrs. Larry Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Randy Wright Larry Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Doug Fincher Jr. Mrs. Patsy Fountain Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Hall, Sr. Joann K. Holmes Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Kemper Charles Lyon Lillian Pritchett Dr. and Mrs. Michael A. Burnett Mary Jane Bateman Ms. Edna K. Bateman Michael Sparrow Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Ethridge, Jr. Mildred Greene Mr. and Mrs. Mike Corrigan Mrs. Patsy Fountain Randy W. Ratliff Rhonda Ratliff-Wagoner Ronald Hicks Mr. and Mrs. Danny Smith Scotty Belk Mrs. Harriet Comer Sid Johnson Dr. and Mrs. Ash P. Walker Stuart Chase Cook Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Cook Thigpen and Tribble Mrs. Patsy Fountain
William L. and Carole Oglesby Dr. and Mrs. Frank Casey Wilma Parrish Mr. and Mrs. Harold Foshee III Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Hattaway Mr. and Mrs. Brian McCommon Mr. and Mrs. Mark Patterson Helen Sears Dr. and Mrs. Barry Shealy Mr. and Mrs. Danny Smith John B. Timms Ann Timms Mr. and Mrs. Ben Vaughn Mr. and Mrs. Robert White, Jr. Zach Morton Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Ethridge, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Kemper Mr. and Mrs. Ben Vaughn
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Abbie Grace Cochran Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Taunton
Coleman Cauley Mrs. Carolyn Cauley
Haddon and Luke Rumford Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rumford II
Kay Sexton Mr. Chris K. Childers
Rinda Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Chad McDaniel
Anna Foster Dr. and Mrs. Jim Foster
David Bass Mr. Chris K. Childers
Hadley Elizabeth Anderson Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Taunton
Kelly Bowden Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Steve Bowden
Sandy Chastain Mr. and Mrs. Rodney McCart
Aubrey Brown Patricia Brown
David Walton Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Hattaway
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Ken Garvin Mr. and Mrs. Steve Bowden
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Dick Frame Mr. and Mrs. George C. Oetter, Jr.
Hatfield Family Roscoe Reynolds
Keon Johnson Ms. Sheena K. Mingo
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Holly Hatcher Mr. and Mrs. John C. Walker III
Kris Vaughn Mr. Chris K. Childers
Shelley Moore McGraw Class of 1995
Hudson W. French Mrs. Rhonda Ratliff-Wagoner
Kristy Alvarez Benjamin Wrabel
Hunter Gardner Rogena Baldwin
Luke Rumford Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rumford II
Sissy Swann Ivey and Leslie Bradford Sullivan Mr. and Mrs. Gene McAllister
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Dr. John Patterson Mary Hammond Washington Chapter DAR Mr. and Mrs. Ken Shields Mr. Chris K. Childers Dr. Strickland Ms. Louann E. Nadalini Eden and Saylor Hill Mr. and Mrs. James R. Hill Eden Newman Richard Newman Ella Rhys Cochran Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Taunton Ella Wade Shields Mr. and Mrs. Ken Shields Mr. and Mrs. Harold Shields Emily Claire and Peyton Howard Mr. and Mrs. C. Lance Howard
Jim Turner Ryan Triesenberg Ben McCurdy
Faculty and Administration of FPD J R. Chambers Dr. and Mrs. Barry Shealy
Matt Kitchell Mr. Chris K. Childers
Joe Childs Benjamin Wrabel
McAllister Stafford Julia Stafford
Georgia and Kathryn Mercer Mr. and Mrs. Drew W. Mercer
John Stone Strain Family Charitable Foundation Inc.
Megan Masicott Rady J. Masicott
Christen McCommon Mr. Chris K. Childers
Gleaton Children Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Myhand
Kate and Sam Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Wes Gordon
Christian and Connor Crobsy Mr. and Mrs. R. Seaborn Crosby
Grayson, Reese, Noah Dumpe Al Wright
Katherine Sophia Taunton Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Taunton
Cindy Martin Mr. Chris K. Childers
Greg Moore Ben McCurdy
Katie Kemper Dr. and Mrs. Jim Foster
Charlie Parrish Mr. Chris K. Childers Ms. Lauren Wrabel
Molly Pearson Mr. Chris K. Childers Rev. Joe McDaniel Mr. and Mrs. Ken Shields
Spencer and Hunter Danner Mr. and Mrs. Bill Allen Tammy Jones Mr. and Mrs. Bill Allen Tee George Benjamin Wrabel Terri Newberry Mr. Chris K. Childers Track Coaches Economy Tire Sales, Inc. Tucker, Tate, and Sadie Bryant Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Bryant Wade Putnal Angie Freeman Dr. and Mrs. Matt Jerles William Reeves Anderson Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Taunton William Stephen “Tee” Taunton III Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Taunton Worthen Luke Cochran Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Taunton
Ric and Rachel Cannada Mr. and Mrs. William R. McDuffie
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Mr. and Mrs. James A. Prince
Dr. and Mrs. Alex Correa
David and Charla Ivey
Mr. and Mrs. Rex Putnal
Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Danner, III
Mr. and Mrs. Howard D. Johnson
Mr. and Mrs. Jackson B. Pyles
Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Danner, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. George L. Jones
Mrs. Betty Ragland
Mr. William K. Davis
Mr. and Mrs. Girard Jones
Renasant Bank
Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Deignan
Mr. and Mrs. David Jones
Dr. Eric and Dr. Jeanne Roddenberry
Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Duggan III
Major and Mrs. Phillips Jones
Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Royal
Mr. and Mrs. Justin Duke
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel P. Jones
Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Self
Dr. and Mrs. Jarrod E. Dumpe
Mr. and Mrs. Bryan L. Justice
Dr. and Mrs. Barry Shealy
Brent and Marcee Easom
Dr. and Mrs. Wayne Kelley
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Shields
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Woodham
Under a Georgia state law established in 2008, taxpayers are able to re-direct a portion of their state income tax payment to provide need-based tuition assistance. FPD has partnered with the GOAL Scholarship Program to help facilitate the provisions of the law. This program allows FPD to provide needbased financial assistance to eligible students. Below is a list of those who participated in the academic year 2020-2021 for scholarships awarded in the 2021-2022 academic year.
GOAL awards by grade level
Mrs. Carol Adams Dr. Kristy Alvarez Mr. and Mrs. Carl Amerson Dr. and Mrs. Jay Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Jet Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Rennie Atkinson Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Baker Mr. and Mrs. David Bass Mr. Christian Baumgarth Ms. Joy Baxley Mr. and Mrs. Keith Black Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Bolles Mr. and Mrs. Brian Bowker Mr. and Mrs. Steven Brewer Ms. Debra Brown Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Brumbelow Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Bryant Mr. and Mrs. Jon Bullington Mr. and Mrs. Jordan Burnsed Mr. and Mrs. David Butler Dr. and Mrs. Ernest Carlton Mr. and Mrs. Harold Causey Mr. Chris Childers Mr. and Mrs. Walter Childs Mr. and Mrs. Brett Collier Ms. Kay Collins Mr. and Mrs. Dean Copelan Mr. and Mrs. Ben Copeland Mr. and Mrs. Rob Danner Mr. and Mrs. Robby Danner Mr. and Mrs. Conie Mac Darnell Mr. and Mrs. Lee Dawson Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Deignan Mr. and Mrs. Charles Duggan Dr. and Mrs. Jarrod Dumpe
GOAL awards by race
Mr. and Mrs. Brenton Easom Mr. Bill Ennis Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Ethridge Dr. and Mrs. Paul Evans Mr. and Mrs. Harold Foshee Dr. and Mrs. James Foster Mr. and Mrs. Richard Funk Dr. and Mrs. Cameron Garvin Mr. and Mrs. Ken Garvin Mr. and Mrs. Michael Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gray Mr. and Mrs. Dallas Hall Mr. and Mrs. Shane Hall Dr. and Mrs. Wade Hardy Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth Harper Mr. and Mrs. Keith Hetes Dr. and Mrs. Jeffery Hinson Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Hollingsworth Mr. and Mrs. Loren Hudspeth Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Huggins Mr. and Mrs. Brayden Hutcheson Mr. and Mrs. Ted Hyde Dr. and Mrs. Matthew Jerles Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Jones Mr. and Mrs. George Jones COL and Mrs. Phillips Jones Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Jones Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Katzer Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Kemper Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Kitchell Mrs. Cathy Knight Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Kosater Mr. and Mrs. Eric Latimer Mr. and Mrs. Garrett Law Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Layton
GOAL awards by gender
Mrs. Leslie Lee Mr. and Mrs. Justin Leslein Mr. and Mrs. David Lilliston Dr. and Mrs. Eric Long Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Marone Mr. and Mrs. Fred Martin Mr. and Mrs. Jason Massey Mr. and Mrs. Rad Massey Rev. and Mrs. Joseph McDaniel Mr. and Mrs. Albert McKay Mr. and Mrs. Ed Middlebrooks Mr. and Mrs. John David Miller Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Minter Mr. and Mrs. Rusty Mitchell Mr. and Mrs. Rick Mixon Mr. and Mrs. Greg Moore Mr. and Mrs. Edward Morris Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Morton Dr. and Mrs. David Murnan Mr. and Mrs. Justin Nalls Ms. Eden Newman Mrs. Ruth Neyman Mr. and Mrs. David Oedel Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Parrish Dr. and Mrs. John Patterson Mrs. Margaret Patterson Mr. and Mrs. Allen Peake Mr. and Mrs. Sam Pearson Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Ponder Mr. and Mrs. William Rabun Ms. Heidi Ream Mr. and Mrs. Michael Rivers Mr. and Mrs. Charles Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Roddenberry Drs. John and Jeanne Roddenberry
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Mr. and Mrs. Matt Rose Mr. and Mrs. Steven Rumford Sage Dining Services, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery Sawyer Mr. and Mrs. John Scott Mr. and Mrs. Shane Self Mr. and Mrs. Tilman Self Mr. and Mrs. Barry Shealy Mr. and Mrs. Theron Skelton Mr. and Mrs. Danny Smith Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Smith Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Smith Ms. Lisa Spear Mr. and Mrs. Brian Stone Mr. and Mrs. Jay Strickland Dr. and Mrs. Adnrew Strickland Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Strickland Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Sutton Dr. and Mrs. Paul Syribeys Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Takac Mr. and Mrs. John Thigpin Mr. and Mrs. Brad Thompson Mr. and Mrs. Cole Tidwell Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Trieste Mr. Tripp Turley Dr. and Mrs. James Upshaw Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Vaughn Rev. and Mrs. Robert Veazey Mr. and Mrs. Ash Walker Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Walthall Mr. and Mrs. Casey Washburn Mr. and Mrs. Bob White
2020-2021 ROW THE BOAT ANNUAL FUND
Thank you to everyone who gave to the 2020-2021 Row the Boat Campaign. Due to the generous gifts of many families, friends, faculty, and alumni, FPD was able to enhance our campus in multiple ways including three large improvement projects - a beautiful new entrance and exit, a new preschool playground, and a new elementary playground. We appreciate everyone who gave to make these projects a reality for FPD students.
2020 - 2021 FPD Row the Boat Annual Fund
STATEMENT OF GIVING The FPD Fund consists of two kinds of gifts - restricted and unrestricted. Restricted gifts may be designated for various academic, athletic, fine arts, facilities, or miscellaneous categories. Unrestricted gifts go toward the greatest need. The funds work like a checking account in that any gifts not spent in a given year roll over to the next year. Many times, restricted funds are encumbered for ongoing projects. The total number of donors to the 2020-2021 FPD Annual Fund was 460.
25% Unrestricted
Restricted Unrestricted Total Gifts
$ 981,148 342,790
75% Restricted
$ 1,323,938
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New Entrance & Exit Corridors Ribbon Cutting: September 20, 2021
New landscaping, lights, and banners provide a
Pictured left to right: Dr. Patterson with representatives from the Charles H. Jones Family Foundation - Lindsey Crosby, Dwight Jones, Tracy Jones, and John Kitchens
wonderful welcome to our campus and were made possible by a generous gift from The Charles H. Jones Family Foundation as well as other Row the Boat donors. Thank you to the Charles H. Jones Family Foundation, all who gave to make this project possible, Moore Outdoor for the design and construction, and to FPD’s grounds crews for ensuring the entrance and exit continue to look beautiful.
New Preschool Playground
Ribbon Cutting: August 13, 2021
FPD opened a new preschool playground at the start of the 2021-22 school year. The new outdoor play area
Board Members at the Ribbon Cutting. Left to right: George Jones, Amy Walthall, Jason Churchwell, John Patterson, Joey Brumbelow, Terri Harper, and Martha Pearson
features a renovated climbing tower, new playhouse, balance beam, and riding toys that inspire imagination and build gross motor skills, teamwork, and cooperation. The new playground sits on top of articificial turf grass and rubber mulch mats for year-round play.
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New Elementary Playground Ribbon Cutting: May 20, 2021
Before the close of the 2020-2021 school year, FPD elementary students cut the ribbon for a new elementary playground! A special thank you to our lead donors Sheryl Burgess, Buddy and Saynor Ponder, Hal and Saynor Foshee, and Bill Ennis. Likewise, thank you to Moore Outdoor for the construction and project management of the playground and Laurie Fickling for the design. The new playground features a Viking ship climbing
Lead Donors with Dr. Patterson and Mrs. Shannon Bryant at the Ribbon Cutting. Left to right: Bill Ennis, Sheryl Burgess, Buddy Ponder, John Patterson, Saynor Ponder, and Shannon Bryant. (not pictured Hal and Saynor Foshee)
tower, obstacle course, new swings, and an artificial turf play area perfect for outdoor play.
Thank you to everyone who gave to the 2020-2021 Row the Boat Annual Fund! To give to the 2021-2022 Row the Boat Annual Fund visit www.fpdmacon.org/giving.
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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL
STATEMENT OF REVENUES & EXPENSES 2020 - 2021
Miscellaneous (12.7%)
Source of Funds
Designated Giving (3.7%) Program Revenues (.7%)
Net Tuition & Fees $ 8,755,058 Program Revenues 77,592 Designated Giving 387,527 Miscellaneous* 1,336,624 Total $10,556,801
Net Tuition & Fees (82.9%)
* The bulk of the ‘Miscellaneous Revenue’ figure is a forgiven Paycheck Protection Program loan.
Use of Funds Salaries & Benefits Academic Resources Student Life Faculty Development Advancement Facilities Debt Business Fees & Dues Miscellaneous Deferred Contingency
$ 6,852,970 361,181 184,650 25,850 126,796 1,680,384 479,905 351,410 92,651 401,004
$ 10,556,801
Business Fees & Dues (3.3%) Debt (4.5%)
Misc. (0.9%) Deferred Contingency (3.8%)
Facilities (15.9%) Advancement (1.2%) Faculty Development (.2%) Student Life (1.7%) Academic Resources (3.4%)
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Salaries & Benefits (64.9%)
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