THE MAGAZINE OF HEBRON C HRIS TIAN AC ADEMY
SECOND EDITION | JULY 2026
CONTENTS 02 Class of 2026 2 5 6 8
Don’t Blink Oh, The Places They’ll Go By the Numbers Thirteen Years Later
12 Feature Articles 12 16 18 20 22 24 26 32 34 36 38
One Decision Changed Everything The Best Way to Spend $500 Lower School, Tell Us What You Really Think! Hardwired for Hands-On Learning What Matters Most All Rise, Court is Now in Session Piece by Piece: The Narrative of Orphanage Emmanuel Friday Mornings That Matter Who Will Reign Over Your Life? A Calling to Cultivate Full Circle: The Klempner Legacy
40 Fine Arts
63 Lions Learning Academy
46 Top 10 Videos of the Year 47 Judah’s Summer Adventures 49 Color Judah! 52 Athletics
70 Teachers of the Year
40 An Audience of One 42 Stage & Sea 44 The Heart Behind the Curtain
52 56 58 60 61 62
Sitting on the Shoulders of Giants Mindset of Gratefulness Faith First MaxPreps No. 1 Program in Georgia College Signees (School Record) Athletic Sponsors
63 By Faith: The History of LLA 65 800 Miles for a Miracle 68 The March Before the Miracle
72 Top 10 Photos of the Year 76 Annual Report 80 Alumni
80 Welcome Home Feels Like This 82 Called to Serve 85 Alumni and Staff Life Updates
89 Press On
Introducing the 2026-27 Theme
FROM THE
E D •I •T O R S
As we put together the second edition of the Roar Report, we kept coming back to one simple truth: stories matter. Not because they are flashy or dramatic, but because they reveal the heart of our community. At Hebron, the stories that shape us are often the quiet, faithful, deeply meaningful moments that remind us who we are and where our identity is found. Inside these pages, you will read about a fourth grader who chose to spend $500 not on herself, but on children in need across the globe. You will relive a football season that will be remembered not simply for another state championship, but for something far more lasting: nine players publicly declaring their faith in Christ through baptism on the field. These are the moments that define a community built on purpose. You will discover how the history of LLA has always been rooted in faith, and how that foundation continues to guide every step forward. You’ll see how curiosity and hands-on learning are redefining our middle school classrooms, while our lower school students tell us in their own words what they really think about life at HCA! You’ll find our staff’s favorite photos of the year and revisit the top 10 most-viewed videos that captured unforgettable moments across campus. And throughout these pages, you’ll reconnect with alumni through life updates that remind us the Hebron story continues long after graduation. As editors, we are grateful for the opportunity to tell these stories. More importantly, we are grateful to belong to a community where stories like these happen every single day. Thank you for reading, for supporting, and for continuing to help write the story of Hebron. With gratitude,
DAVID BEALL, Director of Marketing Lead Editor and Writer
ALYSSA HARRISON, Brand Marketing Specialist Designer and Assistant Editor
Contributors PHOTOGRAPHY David Beall Wade Cheek Molly Duerk Alyssa Harrison Deacon Maynard Mary Ann Mulvehill Camden Spengler Jordan Yoder
CONTRIBUTORS Tristan Balch Katie Beall Wendy Boyd Sophia Burnet Nick Cason Wade Cheek Ansleigh Coganow A.J. Cortman Elly Dallas Emily Grogan Nathan Jacob Eloise Jones Kimberly Lum Ellis Madden Mary Ann Mulvehill Ashlynn Sanders Cassie Snow Dr. James Taylor Micah Turner Stacey Warbington Jordan Yoder PRINTING Bennett Graphics
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HEBRON I
FAMILY,
t is with deep gratitude and great anticipation that I welcome you to the second edition of the Roar Report, our annual publication dedicated to celebrating the people, purpose, and progress of Hebron Christian Academy. This edition builds upon the foundation we laid last year, continuing to tell the story of God’s faithfulness and His ongoing work within our school community. As we reflect on this past year, our hearts and minds are drawn to our theme: “Seek First,” rooted in Matthew 6:33, “But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” In a world filled with distractions and competing priorities, this call has anchored us, reminding us to keep Christ at the center of all we do. It has shaped our decisions, guided our leadership, and unified our community around a singular purpose. Throughout the year, we have seen the impact of this focus in powerful ways. Our students continue to grow academically, demonstrating excellence in the classroom and readiness for the opportunities ahead. We never forget the trust families place in our Christ-centered, academically rigorous education. Most importantly, we are witnessing lives being transformed spiritually, students deepening their faith, asking meaningful questions, and stepping into spiritual leadership among their peers.
Beyond the classroom, our Lions have continued to excel in athletics and the arts. Whether competing for championships or performing on stage, our students have represented Hebron with character, discipline, and a commitment to honoring Christ. These accomplishments are not just milestones; they are reflections of a community striving to “Seek First” in every arena. Spiritually, this has been a year of intentional growth. From chapels and discipleship groups to service opportunities and mission experiences, we have seen students take ownership of their faith in new and meaningful ways. The call to “Seek First” has moved from a theme to a lived reality, shaping hearts and influencing daily choices. Looking ahead, we remain committed to advancing the strategic vision God has for our school. The development of the Hebron Athletic Performance Center and Lions Learning Academy continues to move forward, alongside expanded academic offerings, particularly in STEM, and ongoing investment in faculty excellence. Each of these initiatives is designed with one goal in mind: to equip our students to lead, serve, and impact the world for Christ. Hebron Christian Academy stands firm in its mission: to help students become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. We believe that when students learn to “Seek First” His kingdom, they are prepared not only for college, but for a life of purpose, leadership, and eternal impact. Thank you for your continued partnership, your prayers, and your faith in what God is doing at Hebron. We are grateful to walk this journey together, and we look forward with confidence to all that lies ahead. The best is yet to come,
D R . JA M E S E . TAY L O R Roar Report 1
Head of School
There are moments in a school year that stay with you long after the lights go down and the room empties. For many at HCA, kindergarten graduation this year became one of those moments.
O
n Thursday evening, May 14 at Baccalaureate, my marketing team stood in the lobby and pulled senior
parents aside one by one with a simple request: “What advice would you give to kindergarten parents?” What followed was a collection of wisdom forged through 13 years of carpools, homework, ballgames, school plays, prayers, tears, and milestones. The next morning, those messages were played during kindergarten graduation for a room full of young parents just beginning the journey. There wasn’t a dry eye in the lower school gym. Fittingly, the idea itself began a year earlier at kindergarten graduation in 2025. The concept was simple but powerful: let parents who had already walked the road speak encouragement to those just starting it. As graduation season approached this spring, my marketing team refined the vision, brainstorming ways to make the video more meaningful and personal. But somewhere in all the planning, the emotional weight of the project didn’t fully register for one person behind the scenes: me. As the father of a kindergarten graduate in 2026, I spent months thinking about the logistics and storytelling behind this project. I thought about how the video would impact the audience. I never stopped to think about how it would impact me.
DON’T BLINK BY DAVID BEALL,
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
Then came Thursday night.
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The Bealls (left to right): Parker (2nd grade), Katie and David, and Maddie Beth (kindergarten)
As we pulled senior parents aside in the lobby to record their thoughts, it slowly dawned on me that I wasn’t just gathering advice for “kindergarten parents.” I was asking them to speak directly to me. Just after 11 p.m. that evening, Jordan Yoder, my department’s video guru, sent over the draft. My wife, Katie, slid over next to me on the couch as I pressed play. And suddenly, the words landed differently. “These people are talking to us,” I thought. The advice was beautifully simple. “It goes so fast,” one parent said. “Enjoy every moment. There’s
“ I never stopped to think about how it would impact me.”
tough moments, there’s great moments, there’s rough moments. Enjoy every bit of it.” Another encouraged parents to focus on the only thing that will matter 100 years from now. “Teach them to love Jesus and love others. That’s going to be the most important thing when they get to this point in their lives.” Then came the line that hit me like a ton of bricks. It came from a dad I see every Friday morning in our men’s Bible study. “I don’t look back on my life when I played with my kids and think, ‘Wow, that was just too much time spent with them.’
Senior mom, Christy Chromek, steps up to the mic to give advice to kindergarten parents.
Spend as much time as you possibly can with them.” continued on page 4
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continued from page 3
I looked over, and Katie was in tears, which wasn’t shocking. But I felt convicted. How many moments had I rushed through already? How often had I focused on schedules, responsibilities, and the next thing instead of simply slowing down and enjoying the moment in front of me? Again and again, senior parents returned to the same message: “Don’t blink.” Enjoy every single moment. The tantrums pass. The small problems become smaller. The years move faster than you think. And before I know it, the little hands that once grasped mine walking up the hill to Lower School will be turning a tassel at their high school graduations. The beauty of the video was not just in the advice itself. It was in
I already wish I could press pause. I wish I could have one
the reminder that while childhood moves quickly, the moments
more day with my girls as a second grader and kindergartner.
that matter most are often the simplest ones: board games
But parenting doesn’t work that way. We can’t slow the clock
on the floor, bedtime talks, car rides, and ordinary weekday
down, and we certainly can’t stop it.
nights. What we can do is pay attention. Thankfully, I get to bring my girls to school with me every single day, and that’s a gift I will never take for granted. I’ll answer
We can stop wishing for the next season and fully live in
every question from the back seat. I’ll listen to every worship
the one we’re in right now. We can put down the phone
song request. I’ll soak in the chatter, the laughter, the arguing,
and say yes to one more game, one more story, one more
and even the moments that feel ordinary now but someday
conversation on the drive home.
won’t. Next year, my girls will rush into third grade and first grade whether I’m ready or not. While I can’t press pause, I can choose not to take a single moment for granted. Oh yeah, and I’ll try not to blink.
Kindergarten parent, Nicole Bowman, listening to the advice of senior parents at kindergarten graduation.
Scan to watch the video we showed at Kindergarten graduation.
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Oh, The Places They’ll Go... Roar Report 5
The Citadel Military College, 1 Union University, 1 U.S. Air Force Preparatory Academy, 1 University of Alabama, 2 University of Albany, 2 University of Arizona, 1 University of Central Florida, 1 University of Georgia, 12 University of Mississippi, 2 University of New Hampshire, 1 University of North Florida, 1 University of North Georgia, 22 University of South Carolina, 2 University of Tennessee, 1 University of West Georgia, 1 Wake Forest University, 1 Wingate University, 1 Wofford College, 1 Young Harris College, 2
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THIRTEEN YEARS LATER BY SOPHIA BURNET, CLASS OF 2026 VALEDICTORIAN
Photo: Wade Cheek
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A
s surprising as it may seem, I can remember my first day of kindergarten exceedingly well. I didn’t want to leave my mother, and I stared at all the children in the classroom with a blank expression. Everything looked big, and everything felt big. I was one small child in a foreign, unfamiliar environment. I remember the first classmate I saw (someone I actually graduated with this year), the group of desks where I was assigned to sit, and, of course, the teacher. I know that if I walked those same hallways now, they would feel very different. Not only because the hallways themselves have changed, although they certainly have, but because I have changed too. Very few people can say they attended the same school their entire life. Whether that is ultimately a benefit or a detriment, I cannot fully say, considering I have had little exposure elsewhere. What I can say, however, is that Hebron Christian Academy begins to feel like a second home when you have been there for so many years. There is a unique comfort in its consistency. You finish one year knowing the next will bring the same environment, the same people, and the same dedication to God. Because of that familiarity, it can be easy to take a place like Hebron for granted. When you spend 13 years in the same environment, it becomes normal. Yet despite always returning to the same campus, there was never a distinct moment when I suddenly felt fully prepared for the future. I never became completely comfortable with what lay ahead, even knowing that each year would unfold in the same familiar setting. I think part of that is because every year brought something new to discover. Hebron offers a near-seamless blend of fresh, invigorating classes and the same supportive environment I have known since kindergarten. It is something I have deeply appreciated throughout all my years here. Every stage of my education, whether lower school, middle school, or high school, shaped me in a different way. HCA lifetimers (13 years at HCA) at the senior superlative lunch
Sophia Burnet Kindergarten, 2014
Looking back, it almost feels as though multiple versions of myself attended this school. Yet I do not believe the greatest difference between the kindergartner I once was and the valedictorian I am today lies in academic achievement. That is not where I changed most. I was certainly encouraged to continue growing academically, but the greatest transformation was the journey from the timidity I carried in kindergarten to the confidence I now have in my abilities, myself, and my faith. Of course, a realization like that does not happen overnight. It does not even happen over the course of a few years. Growth of any kind is difficult. For me, that confidence was built through countless small moments. At Hebron, I was consistently surrounded by people who wanted to invest in me and cared about who I was as a person. I learned about the subjects I wanted to pursue, yes, but it was often difficult for me to step out of my shell in other ways. The people around me, whether faculty members, friends, or often both, saw potential in me even when I struggled to see it in myself. Through their example, my relationship with God has become stronger and more grounded than ever before. As I prepare to leave, I find myself thinking back to the little six-year-old Sophia standing at that classroom door, staring at a world that seemed so large at the time. What lies ahead of me is still uncertain, and I am still learning every day. Yet I can face the future with a confidence that the kindergartner I once was could never have imagined. Thirteen years ago, Hebron Christian Academy became the beginning of a home filled with memories, connections, and faith. It is an experience I doubt will ever leave my mind as I begin my next journey.
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ONE DECISION CHANGED EVERYTHING BY ALYSSA HARRISON,
BRAND MARKETING SPECIALIST
J
im and Lynn Stinespring have long cherished the blessings
They knew in their spirits. God had spoken specifically,
of Christ-centered community and Christian education. In
personally, undeniably.
2004, they found themselves at a crossroads many parents face, discerning the path of their children’s education. Their
As the fall of 2005 approached, Lynn pursued a teaching
decision would not be made for convenience or comfort, but
opportunity at Hebron Christian Academy while their sons,
by conviction. They believed deeply in the value of Christian
Paul and Lance, prepared for seventh and eleventh grade.
education, an environment where truth is not relative, where
The decision was significant, requiring great sacrifice and trust.
right and wrong are defined by the Word of God, and where
Lance, especially, was hesitant. He didn’t initially want to leave
faith is not confined to a single class but pursued in every
what was familiar, but he trusted his parents’ confidence, not in
aspect of life.
themselves, but in God’s Word.
Through prayer and fasting, they sought the Lord, trusting
In their obedience, God set His plan into motion, one with an
He had plans for their family. One morning, while studying 2
impact they could have never imagined.
Samuel chapter 2, Lynn read the passage where David asks the Lord, “Where should I go?” and God responds with a
At Hebron, their children began to flourish. Lance, who had
single, direct instruction: “Go to Hebron.” The word stopped
once resisted the move, opened his heart to the possibility that
her. Hebron. A place she and Jim had never seen before in
God had good plans for him there. He immersed himself in the
Scripture suddenly became unmistakably clear.
fine arts, expressing his talents and passions. Paul, a natural
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SOMETIMES, ONE ACT OF OBEDIENCE IMPACTS A LIFETIME. Jim and Lynn smile with their two oldest granddaughters at Hebron Grandparents’ Day.
athlete, arrived at a school without a football program. In what
“Your walk with God is not just your Bible class,” she would
could only be described as providential timing, Hebron was
tell us. “It’s your life.”
planning to launch its first football team in his second year, initially for eighth grade boys. Paul became the school’s first-
This truth became a cornerstone not only for her students,
ever quarterback, a role that helped shape both his leadership
but for her own children. At Hebron, the Stinesprings found
and his confidence.
something invaluable: teachers and mentors who reinforced at school what they were teaching at home. Men like Mr.
Lynn, too, found her calling deepened. She poured into
Robertson, Mr. Klempner, Mr. McCollum, and Mr. McMillan
students daily. She spent hours not only teaching subjects but
poured into Lance, challenging him to think deeply about
also speaking the love of God over them. While she pursued
his future, his calling, his faith, even his future family. They
excellence in academics, her greater mission was always
encouraged him to ask humble questions that can only be
spiritual: to see her students know Christ, trust Him, and walk
answered through the Word: “What does God really want for
with Him.
me?” They challenged Lance to pursue a calling into ministry.
It was through the influence of teachers like Mrs. Lynn
Paul, too, was impacted by coaches (like Coach Burlingame)
Stinespring (who, by the way, taught me sixth-grade earth
and teachers who saw beyond the field, investing in his
science at Hebron), I made the decision to submit to Jesus Christ
character and spiritual growth. Together, their sons were not
as Lord of my life.
only educated, they were discipled. continued on page 14
THE STINESPRINGS Lance Stinespring, Pastor of Family Ministries at Free Chapel, teaches at HCA Lower School during 2026 Spiritual Emphasis Week.
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continued from page 13 The fruit of that discipleship extended far
“You walk with Him long enough,” Lynn says,
beyond their years at Hebron.
“and you can see how He takes care of you. You just lean into Him, and you can trust Him.
If the Stinesprings had not taken that step
He will guide you and orchestrate things that
of obedience, Lynn reflects, their family’s
you never could.”
story would look entirely different. Neither of their sons would have met their wives,
Their trust was tested in 2009, when Jim
as both relationships emerged from Hebron
suffered serious injuries by a brush fire resulting
connections. What began as a decision
in severe burns, skin grafts, and a 14-day stay
about schooling became the foundation for
at Grady Hospital. In the midst of uncertainty
three generations of Stinesprings.
and fear, the Hebron community became the hands and feet of Christ, anchoring them to a
Lance now has four children, three of whom
attend
Hebron.
Jim
and
hope stronger than any fear.
Lynn
watch with gratitude as a new generation
Lynn recalls how Hebron responded, not
experiences the same transformation they
with
once saw in their own sons. They rejoice
Responsibilities were set aside. Needs were
as their grandchildren memorize Scripture,
met before they were even expressed. Staff
overcome fears, and grow in confidence.
members cared for their lawn, delivered meals,
They see children bringing the Word of
and surrounded their family with prayer.
expectations,
but
with
compassion.
God home, impacting not just themselves but their entire family.
“I wasn’t just a teacher,” Lynn recalls. “I was a family member.”
“ In a world where faith is challenged or marginalized, places like Hebron offer something rare, a space where the gospel can be taught freely, where students are equipped to defend their faith, and where truth is not compromised.”
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Jim and Lynn with their sons (Lance, Paul) and their families.
For Lynn, this is why the mission matters so deeply. “The need for Christian education is so
Lynn prayed for that kind of leadership long
important today,” she says. In a world where
before it arrived. She prayed for leaders who
faith is challenged or marginalized, places like
would love the Lord wholeheartedly and make
Hebron offer something rare: a space where
the gospel the center of everything. Years
the gospel can be taught freely, where students
later, she still watches joyfully as God answers
are equipped to defend their faith, and where
her prayers.
truth is not compromised. Looking back, she is certain of one thing: had She has seen firsthand how that foundation
they listened to their children’s initial reluctance
prepares students for life beyond grade
instead of God’s direction, they would have
school. When her sons entered college and
missed the countless ways He planned to bless
encountered opposing worldviews, they stood
and direct their family.
firm, not because they had all the answers, but because they knew where to find them.
One decision. One act of obedience. And now, more than two decades later, God’s plans are
That kind of fortitude does not happen by accident.
It
happens
through
still unfolding.
intentional
partnership between parents and teachers,
“This is just where God had the Stinesprings,”
and between home and school. It happens
Lynn says. “Hebron is a special place.”
when our educators see their role not just as instructors, but as spiritual mentors.
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THE BEST WAY TO SPEND 00 $500. PAY TO THE ORDER OF
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DOLLARS
ast summer, I spent a few days in Washington, D.C., at the Herzog Foundation’s Teacher Apologetics Course. It was one of the most impactful professional development trips I have attended. One statistic in particular challenged me: most worldviews are fully established by age 13. It made me realize the importance teachers have in the lives of the students who pass through our classrooms. The Lord impressed on my heart the need to do something with this knowledge.
BY WENDY BOYD,
I came back inspired by Joel Nydam from Legacy Christian Academy to try something new: a persuasive essay project that contrasted two worldviews, Materialism vs. the Christian worldview. I called it the “Best Way to Spend $500” essay contest, and timing it with the Christmas season turned out to be perfect. It also aligned well with our school’s annual theme, “Seek First.” It was a practical way to help my students apply that theme in a real-world scenario.
The next day, I flipped the script. Same $500, but this time it was for others through the Samaritan’s Purse catalog (middle right). Before creating their lists, the students watched videos showing how Samaritan’s Purse helps some of the neediest and most vulnerable people in the world. As they realized they could provide clean water, livestock, food, healthcare, and Bibles to families in need, that $500 suddenly did not feel like enough. They discussed how the excitement of a new toy fades, but the impact of the gospel lasts forever. Honestly, it was the highlight of my entire school year. Watching 10-year-olds recognize that Jesus matters more than “stuff” is exactly why I teach.
The project started with a dream scenario for nine and 10-yearolds. I gave each student $500 in “imaginary dollars” with one rule: they had to spend it all on themselves. Initially, the students were excited. But as they began to create their lists, something changed. It was not as easy as they expected. Some felt guilty, wondering why they received so much when their siblings got nothing. One student could not even find anything they wanted enough to write down. While some had no trouble filling the page, many felt stuck. The following day, the students reflected on this experience. I was pleasantly surprised by their responses. Many of my nine and 10-year-old students already understand that “things” do not bring lasting happiness. Several even shared that the “joy” of a new present only lasts a few days or weeks. We then read and discussed Luke 12:15: “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.”
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The project concluded with an essay contest. The students voted on the top three essays from each class, and I submitted them to our administration for judging. The students knew there was a prize, but they had no idea what it would be. On the day before Christmas break, I gathered the entire fourth grade in the lobby. I called the winner, Ellis, to the front and presented her with a check, not for her to keep, but to fulfill her entire Samaritan’s Purse wish list. The reaction was incredible. The students did not just clap; they cheered. They were not jealous of her winning. Instead, they celebrated the fact that, because of Ellis’ vision, families halfway around the world would receive clean water and the message of Jesus. It was the perfect ending to a project that began with a catalog and ended with an eternal perspective.
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Ellis smiles for the camera with her parents after winning the essay contest.
THE BEST WAY TO SPEND $500 BY: ELLIS MADDEN, 4TH GRADE (abbreviated edition)
Imagine you were all alone without a roof over your
head, food to eat, nor water to drink. Would you want to watch other people spend $500 all on themselves, for
toys they barely even need? Or, would you like them to help you pay for you and your family to survive?
First, spending $500 all on myself made me feel very
greedy. Now, spending $500 all on myself is kind of nice, but it doesn’t really make a difference. But, when you
spend $500 through Samaritan’s Purse for people who really need it, that would really make a life changing
experience for those who don’t have enough money to get everyday supplies.
When you put others first it makes them feel cared about and loved. Jesus talks about this act of love in 1 John 3:16-18, “By this we know love, that he laid down his
life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for the
brothers. But if anyone has the world’s goods and sees his brother in need, yet closes his heart against him,
how does God’s love abide in him?” That verse means
that if you are able to help others in any way, you have
a responsibility to donate. So, if you have any money you
can spare, why not spend it on an amazing program like
Photos: David Beall, Jordan Yoder
Samaritan’s Purse and help the people in need?
READ ELLIS’ COMPLETE ESSAY
Mrs. Boyd presents Ellis with her prize ($500 to fulfill her Samaritan’s Purse wish list).
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Hey, Lower School... Tell us what you really think!
BY DECLAN MULLIKIN,
4TH GRADE
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We asked lower school students to tell us the truth about being a student at HCA. Here’s what they had to say...
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HARDWIRED FOR
Hands-On Learning REDEFINING MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSROOMS THROUGH Darrell Haddock
Curiosity
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BY DAVID BEALL,
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DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
hat if the most rigorous learning environments were also the most engaging?
For many students, middle school is associated with lectures,
Though the classes differ in focus, they share the same
memorization, and tests. But inside Hebron’s ACES and
philosophy: learning through experimentation, encouraging
MythBusters classes, curiosity drives the classroom. Students
intellectual risk-taking, and preparing students for future rigor by
debate real-world problems, test scientific theories, design
making learning active and engaging. Both courses challenge
solutions, and collaborate on projects that blur the line between
students to move beyond passive learning and become active
schoolwork and real-world exploration. The result is something
participants in discovery.
increasingly rare in modern education: classrooms where rigor and excitement coexist.
“These classes show students that learning can be immersive and meaningful,” said ACES teacher Stacey Warbington. “It’s
At a time when education can feel dominated by testing and
amazing what students will think, create, solve, and accomplish
performance metrics, Hebron’s Middle School electives are
when they have the space to just explore and propose
quietly redefining meaningful learning. Courses like ACES and
solutions.”
MythBusters are transforming electives from “extra classes” into incubators for innovation, creativity, and confidence. ACES,
In
short for Advanced Curriculum for Exceptional Students, blends
collaborators, and creators. In MythBusters, students take on
critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world exploration into
the role of scientists and engineers, using experimental design
a course built around curiosity-driven learning.
to investigate questions that might initially sound ridiculous but
ACES,
students
become
researchers,
presenters,
ultimately teach deeper scientific thinking.
“ It’s amazing what students will think, create, solve, and accomplish when they have the space to just explore and propose solutions.”
“My goal is to bring that same sense of wonder into the classroom,” said MythBusters teacher Darrell Haddock. “Students learn how objective, critical thinking can be applied to every aspect of life.”
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Inspired by the popular television show, MythBusters asks students to investigate questions through experimentation and evidence. Students classify their findings as “Busted,”
Lawrenceville Mayor David Still visits the ACES class as they prepare a proposal for the city.
“Plausible,” or “Confirmed” while exploring concepts ranging from chemistry and biology to engineering and physics. “You aren’t just following a lab manual,” said seventh grader Blakely Skinner. “You actually get to design how you perform
“ACES was much more entertaining and exciting than a normal
these experiments yourself.”
classroom experience while simultaneously being more difficult,” said Molly Macrina, now a standout high school student at
Throughout the semester, students have built model cars capable
HCA. “Mrs. Warbington pushed and encouraged us that we
of crossing a football field, tested bacterial growth on candy,
could do hard things.”
and experimented with non-Newtonian fluids to determine whether walking on water could be physically possible. The
That contrast creates one of the most compelling aspects of
projects are messy, collaborative, and highly engaging, but
these programs: rigor does not have to mean rigidity.
they also require students to think critically, revise ideas, and solve problems in real time. ACES develops those same skills
“ACES taught me that school doesn’t have to just be about
through interdisciplinary projects emphasizing collaboration,
good grades,” said former middle school student Lillie Hill. “I
research, creativity, and communication. One group worked
can truly have fun while learning.”
with the City of Lawrenceville to help solve a vulture problem in a public park. Others planned real-world travel itineraries,
Both classes emphasize productive struggle. Students are
researched perception and color theory, or tackled logic-based
encouraged to test ideas, rethink assumptions, collaborate with
challenges designed to stretch analytical thinking.
peers, and persist through failure. Those experiences naturally develop real-world skills that extend far beyond middle school
“We researched vultures, the area, and made connections
academics: communication, collaboration, resilience, creative
between the two,” said former ACES student Lucas Prior. “It
problem-solving, and experimental thinking. From testing
was like a detective story. We approached the city manager
scientific myths to solving real-world challenges, students are
and presented our evidence and possible solutions. You don’t
constantly encouraged to let curiosity lead the learning process.
see that in every class.”
For many students, these electives also become preparation for future academic rigor.
Again and again, students describe both courses using words not often associated with rigorous academics: hands-on,
“If a middle school student is looking to take rigorous AP courses
engaging, freedom-driven, exciting, and fun.
in high school, ACES is a good first step,” said Juls Huber. “The topics we learned caused us to apply critical thinking skills and strengthen our minds to think outside the box.” These classrooms may not always look traditional, but beneath HCA student, Caspian, smiles in the STEM center as the ACES class researches a new project.
every project is a larger purpose: helping students discover that learning is not merely about consuming information, but about engaging with the world thoughtfully, creatively, and courageously. And perhaps that is the most important lesson these classes teach: students learn best not when they are simply told what to think, but when they are given the freedom to explore, experiment, and discover for themselves.
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WHAT MATTERS MOST Going the Distance for Faith and Friendship BY MARY ANN MULVEHILL, COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST In 1 Samuel 16, the prophet Samuel arrived at the house of Jesse searching for the next king of Israel. As he looked at Jesse’s sons, Samuel focused on outward appearance and stature. But the Lord reminded him, “Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” Centuries later, that truth still speaks powerfully into a world that often measures worth by titles, accomplishments, or appearances. At Hebron Christian Academy, freshman Molly Kate Cloer is a beautiful reminder that what matters most cannot always be seen on the surface. Molly Kate walks the halls of HCA with contagious joy. Her smile is quick, her encouragement sincere, and her love for others unmistakable. Friends and teachers describe her as genuine, loyal, kindhearted, and deeply rooted in her faith. She also happens to have Williams Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects approximately one in every 10,000 people. Yet to know Molly Kate is to understand immediately that her diagnosis does not define her. When asked about Williams Syndrome, Molly Kate answered with remarkable confidence and perspective: “Yes, I do have challenges, but I know Jesus made me for a purpose. I can do hard things, and Williams Syndrome is just a small part of me.” That outlook shapes the way she lives each day. Molly Kate loves music, thrives in community, and has a gift for inspiring the people around her. One of those people is Holden Cammarata, a freshman at Georgia Tech and close friend of Tyler Cloer, Molly Kate’s older brother.
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Molly Kate Cloer
An avid runner, Holden had long dreamed of completing a 100-mile run. But at the end of 2025, he learned he would need foot surgery to correct an extra bone that had caused persistent pain. With surgery quickly approaching and months of recovery ahead, Holden decided it was time to pursue his goal. He also knew he wanted the run to represent something bigger than personal achievement. His thoughts turned to Molly Kate and the Williams Syndrome Association. Inspired by Molly Kate’s resilience and positivity, Holden committed to running 100 miles to raise awareness and support for individuals with Williams Syndrome. Despite having only a short time to prepare physically before surgery, he pressed forward with determination. On December 10, 2025, just one week before his scheduled procedure, Holden stepped into the cold December air and began running. What started as a personal challenge quickly became something much larger. Friends, fellow runners, and supporters followed his progress online, and many joined him along portions of the route to offer encouragement and companionship. Through freezing temperatures and mounting pain in his injured foot, Holden continued mile after mile until he crossed the 100-mile mark in 25 hours, 33 minutes, and 32 seconds. The impact extended far beyond the finish line.
“ When God directs our steps, even the hardest paths can become a testimony that inspires others.” Holden Cammarata crosses the finish line at 100 miles.
Georgia Tech features Holden’s 100-mile run on social media.
Holden’s journey inspired countless people on social media, where supporters shared his story and rallied around the cause. His fundraiser for the Williams Syndrome Association raised more than $9,000, turning his personal dream into meaningful support for families affected by the disorder. But for Holden, the heart behind the run was always about people. “She is one of the most supportive people I have ever met,” Holden said of Molly Kate. The admiration is mutual. When asked what she hopes others know about Holden, Molly Kate smiled and said, “I hope people know he’s a very loving person. He’s very inspiring, he has a big future ahead of him, and he is a very strong runner. I’ve learned a lot from him. Even when he goes through challenges, he’s still positive. I learned from him that even if I go through something negative, I can still try to be positive through it.” Their story ultimately points back to the truth found in 1 Samuel 16: while the world is quick to measure people by appearance, achievement, or circumstance, God looks at the heart. In Molly Kate’s joyful perseverance and Holden’s selfless determination, we see what it means to live with courage, compassion, and faith. Whether facing the daily challenges of a rare genetic disorder or enduring 100 grueling miles for a meaningful cause, both have demonstrated that true strength is not found in outward success, but in a heart surrendered to the Lord’s purpose. Their journey is a powerful reminder that when God directs our steps, even the hardest paths can become a testimony that inspires others.
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ALL RISE Court is Now in Session BY NATHAN JACOB, HCA JUNIOR
A
”
ll rise. Court is now in session.” As those words left my mouth, I took in the scene before me. At the center of the room stood the podium, while opposing counsel shuffled through their notes and the jury box, filled with evaluators, sat in quiet anticipation. I felt the pressure of every eye in the room, each one scrutinizing my movements and words. Yet what brought me to that moment was the belief of our faculty and administration in a vision: giving students the opportunity to explore the legal profession. Over the summer before my junior year, I spoke with peers from other schools who shared their experiences in mock trial. They described it as an engaging activity that offered a realistic glimpse into the courtroom. As my interest grew, I presented the idea of starting a team at HCA to Mrs. Warbington, a language arts teacher deeply invested in her students’ growth. After extensive discussion, she agreed to sponsor the club alongside Mrs. Sellers. With their support secured, our next step was contacting the director of the Georgia High School Mock Trial Competition. Throughout the summer, we stayed in close communication, asking questions and learning what was required to make our team official.
We then began the search for an attorney coach, a crucial part of building a competitive team. Joel and Robyn Ferdinand, parents of an HCA student and accomplished attorneys, generously stepped in. Despite their demanding schedules, they dedicated their Tuesday mornings to working with us. They adjusted work commitments and made themselves consistently available. Each morning, our team met at 7:00 a.m., often greeted with breakfast provided by the Ferdinands. More importantly, they treated us like professionals. Rather than giving us answers, they challenged us to think critically as we analyzed case materials and prepared our arguments. Their support extended beyond practice. They welcomed our questions at any time, offering both guidance and encouragement.
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Nathan Jacob (3rd from the right) with the mock trial team on competition day (Georgia State Capital).
“
We entered with excitement and nerves unlike any we had experienced before. For many of us, this was our first mock trial...”
(Left to right) Joel and Robyn Ferdinand, Nathan Jacob, Stacey Warbington, and Brittany Sellers together at Graduation.
After months of early mornings, long hours of preparation, and continuous revision, competition day arrived. We entered with excitement and nerves unlike any we had experienced before. For many of us, this was our first mock trial. Our coaches and teachers encouraged us to trust our preparation and perform with confidence. During the three rounds, our witnesses presented the case clearly and responded to difficult questioning, while our attorneys examined opposing witnesses and delivered structured arguments to the evaluators. Although we did not advance, the experience was undeniably life-changing, and we look forward to competing again next year. Through my involvement in mock trial and my relationship with the Ferdinands, I was given the opportunity to intern with Mr. Joel Ferdinand. As co-chairman of Pierson Ferdinand, a rapidly growing firm with over 200 partners, he offered me the chance to complete my J-Term internship with him. During those four days, I observed the daily responsibilities of a corporate attorney. I assisted with tasks such as preparing materials and creating presentations, and I had the opportunity to observe him in court and speak with legal professionals. More importantly, this internship helped me determine what kind of attorney I want to be. While observing Joel interact with his partners, I noticed that he took a unique approach. Instead of treating them with the disregard often associated with big law culture, he consistently expressed genuine gratitude for each of them. Rather than being forceful in his instructions, he made a point to listen first, welcoming feedback and demonstrating humility. It became clear why the firm is one of the fastest-growing in the nation. His goal is to empower and develop his team, not confine them within a rigid set of rules. I’m so grateful to the school for their belief in this program. Because of this opportunity, countless doors have been opened as I have participated in lifechanging events like the mock trial competition and interning with individuals who have already established themselves as dominant forces in the field.
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PIECE BY PIECE
THE NARRATIVE OF ORPHANAGE EMMANUEL
BY ALYSSA HARRISON,
Psalm 8:3-4
BRAND MARKETING SPECIALIST
“When I consider Your heavens, the work of Your fingers, The moon and the stars, which You have ordained; What is man that You take thought of him, And the son of man that You care for him?”
I
magine a 5,000 piece jigsaw puzzle, unassembled in a classroom. The teacher tells the students there is a beautiful picture waiting for them when they complete
it, but each of them must participate daily. Every day, each student finds one piece to add to the picture, and eventually, as they work together, the final image is revealed as it was intended. The body of Christ is not so different…
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D
avid and Lydia Martinez, (pictured right), affectionately known as “Mami and Papi,”
started their life together in 1977 in California. They submitted their lives to Christ’s Lordship in 1983 and fell in love with their Savior as they read His Word and indulged in His presence. David received a vision from God in 1984 to clothe, feed, and nurture God’s suffering and abandoned children. Unsure of the next step, they waited on the Holy Spirit to direct them. Three years later, they received clear instruction from the Holy Spirit to move their lives and ministry to Honduras. In a brazen demonstration of piety, they sold their home, a new Cadillac, and nearly all of their possessions. In obedience, they boarded a plane with two suitcases each, boldly trusting that God would provide their next step of obedience (Genesis 12:1). As they drew near to God and listened for His instructions, the Spirit called them to surrender their God-given means to bring the gospel to His people in remote communities in the mountains
“God replaced my leather Cadillac seats with a
of Honduras. They rode on horseback to reach
saddle and reins,” Lydia said as she reflected on
communities with the Gospel, during which time
Christ’s value in the same way Paul did.
they were called to plant two churches. “I count all things to be loss in view of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them but rubbish so that I may gain Christ” (Philippians 3:8).
“
For two years, they drew near to God daily and obeyed His voice, anticipating the good plans
God replaced my leather Cadillac seats with a saddle and reins.”
of our gracious Father. After being granted citizenship in 1989, God directed them to a piece of land that had no clean water or electricity— only a couple abandoned buildings and an empty water reservoir. Despite how barren the land may have appeared, David recalled, “We saw the land through God’s eyes, and it had a lot of potential.”
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Hebron students walk hand-inhand with Emmanuel children after church (January 2026). Photos: Alyssa Harrison
In faith, they purchased the 50 acres of land
The evidence that God has chosen, consecrated,
in Guaimaca, a poor city devastated by the
and blessed this land is overwhelming. He has
consequences
and
preserved it for the provision, prosperity, and
staggering brokenness. What they could not
of
darkness,
violence,
protection of His children, and ultimately for the
have known was the promise of abundance
glory of His name.
providentially woven into the land by God’s generous hands.
Sovereign over the persecution, fear, questions, and needs David and Lydia faced, God established
Through God’s divine intervention, Mami and
Orphanage
Emmanuel.
He
healed
the
Papi discovered they had not purchased 50 acres,
children from disease and darkness, provided
but almost 1,000 acres for the price of 50, sown
sustenance for every day, strengthened David
with lavish plans yet undiscovered. They had
and Lydia with His Word, and met every need
been blessed by the God of sufficiency, who is
in abundance.
able to sustain every need they had and provide a plethora they could not have imagined.
In
this
place,
children
are
rescued
from
unimaginable sorrows and brought into safety When they opened their home to their first five
and stability. Even more profoundly and sweetly,
children in December of 1989, Mami and Papi
God is saving His children for Himself, that they
had no idea the river they drew from to wash
might dwell together with Him forever in eternity.
diapers would later support almost 600 children,
Praise to the Lord!
a growing farm, and thriving vegetation. continued on page 30
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“
— Mrs. Lydia Martinez
Don’t be afraid to answer God’s call; be afraid not to.
”
continued from page 29 Orphanage
For two weeks out of the year, Hebron takes
Emmanuel, was one of the first five children
students to experience this profound narrative
brought to the orphanage when he was just
of God’s workmanship at Emmanuel. Each
five years old. At Emmanuel, God drew
trip, we pray students are impacted by this
Alexander to Himself and he submitted to
truth: just as God established Emmanuel and
Christ as his King. He found a family in
has sustained it for a purpose, He created
God’s house and in the fellowship of the
them in their mother’s wombs (Psalm 139:13-
saints, and now works and lives at Emmanuel.
14) and has perfect plans for them.
Having known the deep ache and sorrow that
Just as God sowed seeds in the earth and sent
accompany earthly abandonment, Alexander
water to make them grow (Genesis 2:5-9), He
now comforts the children at Emmanuel in their
plants and harvests His will for their lives for
grief. He gently points them to God’s unfailing
their good and His glory. Praise the Lord! We
lovingkindness when they mourn what they
serve a majestic, splendid Creator.
Alexander,
a
graduate
of
have lost or never had. Through the testimony of Alexander and many like him, God’s work
I was struck by this very truth myself as I walked
at Orphanage Emmanuel continues—a living
the property, in veneration of the God who
reflection of redemption, provision, and hope
created me. He distinctly reminded me then,
sustained by God’s overwhelming grace.
and every day since, that He has perfect plans for me. I was created with beautiful, meticulous
For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them.
God has ordained and anointed workers
detail, and He has placed a calling on my life.
such as Alexander, David, Lydia, and many
I am reminded of Mrs. Lydia’s exhortation:
volunteers to serve Him through Orphanage
“Don’t be afraid to answer God’s call; be
Emmanuel, each of whom is like one distinct
afraid not to.”
piece of the 5,000 piece jigsaw puzzle. Each one was created with intentional, delightful detail and given a purpose to be used in obedience for the good works prepared for them by their Creator (Ephesians 2:10). Each one serves Emmanuel with their individual talents and gifts given by God, fitting into the puzzle as God reveals more of His beautiful story.
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Psalm 139:13-16
“For You formed my inward parts; You wove me in my mother’s womb. I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; wonderful are your works, and my soul knows it very well. My frame was not hidden from You, when I was made in secret, and skillfully wrought in the depths of the earth; Your eyes have seen my unformed substance; and in Your book were all written the days that were ordained for me, when as yet there was not one of them.”
Friday Mornings That Matter B
efore the sun rises over Hebron’s campus each Friday morning, something meaningful is already unfolding.
At 7:00 a.m., as coffee brews and the quiet of the early hour lingers, a group of men gather with a shared purpose. What began as a simple invitation has become one of the most impactful rhythms of the week at HCA: the Band of Brothers men’s Bible study, led by Head of School Dr. James Taylor.
BY DAVID BEALL, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
In just 45 minutes, this group leans into something deeper than routine fellowship. It is a time marked by authenticity, challenge, and growth. Dr. Taylor brings a rare gift to the table. He connects easily with men from every walk of life, yet never allows the conversation to remain comfortable. With wisdom and intentionality, he calls each man to something greater. The room reflects a wide range of experiences. Business owners sit beside teachers. Former professional athletes engage with high school coaches. Law enforcement officers, educators, and community leaders come together, unified not by profession but by a desire to grow in their faith and lead well in their homes.
As the year has progressed, so has the group. New faces continue to join, drawn by the authenticity and purpose that define these mornings. What they find is not just a study, but a brotherhood. The impact is tangible. Fathers are being challenged to pray with their children, some for the first time. Husbands are committing to pray intentionally for their wives.
This year, the group has journeyed through the book of Nehemiah, exploring themes that resonate deeply with the responsibilities these men carry each day: prayerful and strategic leadership, God’s sovereign protection, and the work of restoration and rebuilding. These are not abstract ideas. They are lived out in real time as men wrestle with how to lead their families, navigate challenges, and pursue Christ with intentionality.
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Conversations that begin on Friday mornings are carried into homes, shaping families in ways that will last for generations.
Photo: David Beall
Men who have never consistently opened Scripture are now engaging deeply with God’s Word. Conversations that begin on Friday mornings are carried into homes, shaping families in ways that will last for generations. Perhaps most powerful is the way fathers are being encouraged to lead spiritually within their homes. For some, that means planting simple seeds of faith in a five-year-old. For others, it means challenging a high school junior to take ownership of their walk with Christ. In every case, the call is the same: be present, be intentional, and lead with purpose. There is something significant about a group of men choosing to gather before the demands of the day begin. In those early hours, there is honesty. There is accountability. There is growth. The Band of Brothers is more than a weekly meeting. It is a movement of men committed to living out their faith in real and practical ways. Under Dr. Taylor’s leadership, it has become
a place where men are both encouraged and challenged, where faith is strengthened, and where lives are being changed from the inside out. Men of all ages and backgrounds are invited to join the brotherhood this fall. No matter where you are in your faith journey, there is a seat at the table. Come ready to grow. Come ready to be challenged. Come ready to be a little uncomfortable, and trust where God leads.
“As a father and husband who has been part of this community and HCA for 15 years, I’m grateful for a Christ-centered group of men where I can learn, be transparent, and feel empowered to face life’s challenges.” - Tim Rine
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WHO WILL REIGN OVER YOUR LIFE?
Coach Dallas baptizes Gray Costello, senior.
BY WADE CHEEK, SPORTS INFORMATION SPECIALIST
“ What must a man do to be saved? I deny myself and follow Jesus.”
F
ormer Hebron head football coach Kenny Dallas gave this message to nine of his players just minutes before baptizing them on Burlingame Field last fall. As Dallas submerged them in water, they publicly declared their faith journeys. Going into his senior season, quarterback Gray Costello had never been baptized. Despite being fresh off a historic 2025 season and winning the first state championship in Hebron football history, he felt there was something more for his life, something bigger than himself. On Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025, on the field where they grew as football players, Costello and his teammates gave their lives to Christ, denying themselves and denying the sport they loved to follow Jesus. “How far I can throw a football or how well I can read defenses isn’t what defines me. I am a child of God, made in His image,” Costello said. “It was cool that we were able to do it on our field. What was most important was who I shared it with and the people who were a part of it.”
Photos: Wade Cheek
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“ The idea of the water is, it’s a grave. I deny myself, I die to myself, and I choose to give you rule and reign over my life.”
Costello met with Dallas, and the two discussed what baptism meant. The longtime coach, now a full-time minister, explained that baptism is a public declaration of salvation, “the death of your old self … the birth of your new self.” Costello asked Dallas if he would be the one to baptize him. Dallas, already ordained, gave him an immediate “yes.” Beau Bennett, junior
“The idea of the water is, it’s a grave,” Dallas said. “I deny myself, I die to myself, and I choose to give you rule and reign over my life.” Dallas and Costello decided to present their discussion to the rest of the team, offering others the opportunity to join the senior. Eight answered the call and followed Costello in baptism.
Costello and his teammates no longer felt the pressure of failure as athletes. “What if they didn’t repeat as champions?” was no longer a question that plagued them. They began to play for each other and for their Savior, not for themselves.
Surrounded by the entire football team, along with parents and family members, they were baptized as they publicly declared their faith in Christ.
“I no longer let the personal disappointment I felt dictate my attitude. This team was so complete, and we were a very close group,” Costello said. “The baptism strengthened our brotherhood even more. We had love for each other, our coaches, our community, and our school. When our team played for each other, you could really feel it.”
“I have loved being at Hebron, surrounded by so many people that love God, and being a senior, I just knew that if I was going to do this, I wanted to do it in front of my brothers,” Costello said. Following his baptism, things began to change for Costello off the field, transcending his play on the field. He became an integral part of a high-powered offense that propelled itself to another state championship this past season.
Having nine football players baptized on a football field in the chill of October was an experience never seen before. However, the uniqueness of Christ’s love surrounded Hebron football last fall. It gave the Lions new meaning, giving them something to play for other than a second ring. The shiny trophy, rings, and medals from the past two football seasons represent more than just winning games. They represent a season that was laid down in the name of the Father, a story written by faith, and an eight-month journey that changed one team forever.
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A Calling to Cultivate W
hen God first placed the idea of an Agricultural Science program on my heart, I never could have imagined how much it would grow in just a few short years. This year marked the program’s third and biggest year. We added chickens, rabbits, and tortoises to the program, creating even more opportunities for students to experience hands-on learning through livestock care, composting, gardening, and even cooking with freshly laid eggs. Watching students engage with agriculture in meaningful ways has been one of the greatest blessings of my teaching career. My own passion for gardening deepened during the pandemic. Although I had always loved plants and animals, that season of life changed the way I viewed gardening completely. What began as a hobby quickly became something much more meaningful as I found myself filled with an insatiable desire to learn everything I could about growing plants and caring for the land. The more I researched and applied what I learned, the more there was to discover, and that process became a source of joy and purpose during some very difficult seasons of life. During that time, I experienced the loss of both my dad and grandmother while also walking through my own battle with thyroid cancer. In the middle of grief and uncertainty, my garden became a place of peace and prayer. I often found myself falling to my knees in prayer, surrounded by growing things and reminded that God brings beauty, purpose, and growth in every season of life. There were no screens or distractions, only quiet moments with the Lord and constant reminders of His faithfulness. It was during that season that I felt God calling me to share this passion with others, especially students. I began envisioning what an Agricultural Science program at HCA could look like: a place where students could gain practical skills while also learning responsibility, teamwork, creativity, stewardship, and confidence through hands-on experiences. When Dr. Taylor approved my proposal for the Agricultural Science elective, it was one of the happiest moments of my life. I immediately began planning and dreaming about what the program could become, and it has been such a blessing to watch it continue growing year after year. Each year, students begin by harvesting plants left in the greenhouse by previous classes. Some students even return to the class and harvest crops they planted themselves in earlier years. They collect seeds, design garden beds, track germination, transplant seedlings, and maintain both raised beds and hydroponic systems throughout the school year. Beyond gardening, students also learn a variety of agricultural and life skills, including vermicomposting, wool processing, cooking, baking, and food preparation. Guest speakers
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BY REBEKAH OLIMPI,
HCA ENGLISH & AG. SCIENCE TEACHER
from the Gwinnett Extension Office and local agricultural organizations regularly visit to share their expertise and introduce students to new skills and opportunities. One of my favorite parts of the program is watching students work together to solve real-world problems. Whether they are discussing pest management, winterizing chicken coops, or preparing recipes using food grown on campus, students are constantly learning how to think critically, communicate effectively, and collaborate as a team. By the second semester, many students confidently lead tours for younger classes and visitors, sharing what they have learned and helping others experience the joy of agriculture firsthand. We have been especially blessed to include students from Lions Learning Academy in many of these experiences. Watching our Agricultural Science students interact with and serve LLA students during tours and hands-on activities has been incredibly meaningful, and we are excited to continue creating even more opportunities for involvement and connection in the future. Most of all, I am grateful for the many ways God has blessed this program and the students involved in it. I cannot wait to see what He has in store for the years ahead.
Keep growing!
Photos: Alyssa Harrison and Jordan Yoder
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Terry Klempner (above) and Harry Robertson working together at HCA, formerly Northeast Atlanta Christian (right).
KIMBERLY LUM REFLECTS ON THE LEGACY OF HER FATHER, LONGTIME HEBRON EDUCATOR TERRY KLEMPNER, AND THE IMPACT OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION ACROSS GENERATIONS. BY KIMBERLY LUM, HCA ENRICHMENT TEACHER AND 2004 VALEDICTORIAN
G
rowing up, I had the privilege of experiencing Christian education long before I understood its lasting impact. Over
the years, I’ve seen how powerfully it shapes students’ lives, not only in the classroom but also in their faith. I’ve experienced that impact personally, and now I have the joy of watching it unfold in the lives of my own children. I attended Hebron for all my school years, starting before it was even called Hebron and graduating after it had become what we know today. At the time, I could not have grasped how deeply those years would shape who I would become. Looking back, I am profoundly grateful for my parents’ commitment to Christian education. God has used their faithfulness not only in my life but also in the lives of my sisters and countless others. My dad’s journey into Christian education began after teaching in a public school in Ohio. God led our family to Georgia, where he continued teaching in a Christian school. But God was not finished. In 1984, after recognizing the need for Christ-centered education in the area, a small group of faithful individuals (including my dad) stepped out in faith to start Northeast Atlanta Christian School in Dacula. There were no Christian schools nearby at the time. What began as a step of obedience, marked by sacrifice and trust, has grown into what we now know as Hebron.
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Terry Klempner smiles with his grandchildren who attend HCA in front of Klempner Hall. (below).
“Mr. K”
“Mr. Rob”
Hebron has always been woven into my family’s story. My sisters and I all graduated from here. My grandfather helped build drama sets. My older sister taught here. Now, five of my parents’ 10 grandchildren attend Hebron. For me, things have come full circle; after years of being his student, I now have the privilege of co-teaching alongside my dad. That is the legacy I see: a legacy of faith lived out in obedience, service, and quiet dedication. It is a legacy that has shaped my
“I remember when the buildings arrived. We were there,”
life, continues to impact my family, and is being passed on to the
my dad said as he reminisced about the school’s first year
next generation.
in 1984. They had dug the footers and watched as the buildings were driven down the lane. At the time, they were
This legacy ultimately points not to one person’s work but
still waiting on the certificate of occupancy, which took longer
to God’s faithfulness across generations: “One generation
than expected. While they waited, school began at a church
commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts.”
campground, where sheets were hung to separate the classes.
— Psalm 145:4
Several years later, after moving to the Old Peachtree
That same legacy is being built every day at Hebron, in
campus, the Williams Gymnasium was built. “We thought
classrooms, on stages, on fields, and in quiet conversations.
we’d arrived when we got that gymnasium,” he said. “We
It is seen in teachers who serve faithfully, in students who are
were so proud. No bleachers. No wood floor, but we had a
growing in their faith, and in families who have entrusted their
gym.” He also remembers moving to the current campus and
children to this community.
the excitement of getting the modular classrooms (buildings A, B, and eventually C). At the time, those classrooms felt
And now, I find myself not only grateful for that legacy, but
incredibly large. He never could have imagined the growth
entrusted with it. I have the privilege of continuing what was
the school would one day experience.
started, both in my classroom and in my home, praying that the same foundation of faith will take root in the lives of my students
I’ve had the unique privilege of witnessing that growth
and my children.
firsthand, not just in buildings and programs but in lives transformed. What started as a small beginning has become
I am deeply thankful for how God has used Hebron in my life,
a place where God continues to do a great work.
and I feel incredibly blessed to now serve here as well. Even more, I am grateful that my children are growing in a place that
Anyone who knows my dad knows how deeply he cares
unapologetically points them to Jesus, and I am honored to be
for his students. He wants them to succeed in whatever
part of carrying that legacy forward.
path they choose, but even more, he wants to point them to Christ. His impact goes far beyond the English classroom. Over more than 40 years, he has worn many hats, including starting the drama program with Mr. Robertson, sponsoring the yearbook, leading senior trips to England, and teaching every level of English from middle school to seniors. What stands out most to me, though, is not just what he has done, but how he has done it. He works diligently and faithfully, always refining his craft. He serves quietly, without seeking recognition or attention. He does it simply because
“ He works diligently and faithfully, always refining his craft. He serves quietly, without seeking recognition or attention. He does it simply because this is where God has called him.”
this is where God has called him.
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AN AUDIENCE OF
ONE
BY ELLY DALLAS, CLASS OF 2026 GRADUATE
I
had the privilege of coming to Hebron for my
peer pressure, or pride stand in the way of the
final year of high school. Going into senior year
opportunity we had to make an impact. There
at a new school, I was worried I wouldn’t have
was a different level of leadership on the chapel
enough time to build deep, genuine friendships.
stage because each of us understood we were
That became my biggest prayer throughout the
performing for an audience of One. Excellence
transition. In His goodness, the Lord answered
mattered to us because the Lord deserves our
that prayer far beyond anything I could have
very best, but we never allowed performance to
hoped for. Before I had even stepped foot in
outweigh glorifying our King.
the hallways, members of the Praise Band were As the year went on, we grew closer and closer.
already reaching out to welcome me in.
We spent time together outside of class preparing I can’t begin to explain how much I love Praise
for events like the night of worship. We gathered
Band, its members, and the teachers who led
at each other’s houses just to sit in living rooms
us. It quickly became so much more than just a
and worship together. We prayed for one
class to me. It became the answer to my prayer.
another, encouraged one another, and held each
It was a beautiful community striving to balance
other accountable.
excellence with complete authenticity in worship. The teachers constantly pushed us toward our
I will never forget the way the Lord answered my
potential while never failing to make us feel
prayer through this year. Through Praise Band,
valued and loved. They poured into us not only
He confirmed my life’s calling. After graduation, I
as musicians, but as people called to advance the
have decided to pursue worship ministry because
Kingdom of God.
I can’t imagine dedicating my life to anything else. There is no greater joy than leading others
Every day, I looked forward to Praise Band more
to the feet of Jesus, and no greater honor than
than anything else because it wasn’t simply a class;
planting seeds in people’s lives through the
it was a calling. Early on, we made the decision
lyrics of a worship song. I would never have fully
as a group that we were going to lead boldly and
understood that calling without the incredible gift
unapologetically. We refused to let complacency,
of Praise Band class.
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STAGE & SEA An Inside Look at Hebron Drama VIDEO DOCUMENTARY BY JORDAN YODER, DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
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t Hebron Christian Academy, Christ is at the center of every pursuit. Whether in the classroom, on the athletic field, or beneath the spotlight of the stage, our mission remains the same: to glorify the Creator who has gifted each student with unique talents and abilities. Excellence is always pursued, but pointing students to Jesus is the greater purpose behind it all. Anyone who has attended an HCA drama production knows these performances are far more than typical high school plays. They are full-scale productions brought to life through months of preparation, auditions, rehearsals, technical run-throughs, set construction, costume design, and countless late nights inside Redemption Theatre. Every detail is crafted with care by students, directors, parents, and volunteers working together to create something unforgettable. This year’s production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid was no exception. Audiences were swept “under the sea” through breathtaking performances, stunning visuals, and the remarkable dedication of the cast and crew. Across five spectacular shows, students used their gifts not simply to entertain, but to reflect creativity, discipline, teamwork, and joy rooted in Christ.
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Yet the true story of Hebron Drama happens beyond the curtain. Behind every scene change, vocal rehearsal, and final bow is a deeper work God is doing in the hearts of the students involved. Theatre at Hebron is more than performance. It is discipleship, community, perseverance, and worship expressed through the arts. With the help of seniors Tristan Balch, Caleb Chromek, and Camden Spengler, we had the privilege of capturing the moments that audiences never see: the anticipation backstage, the friendships formed during rehearsals, the challenges overcome together, and the passion poured into every moment of the production. We invite you to step behind the curtain and experience Stage & Sea: An Inside Look at Hebron Drama, a documentary celebrating the story, the students, and the God-given purpose behind this year’s extraordinary production of The Little Mermaid.
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THE BEHIND THE CURTAIN
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BY EMILY GROGAN, HCA JUNIOR/YEARBOOK EDITOR
Lee Glover has never been easy to define, and that is exactly what has made her so
impactful.
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ver the past 17 years at Hebron, she has worn more hats than most could count: life science teacher, history teacher, chapel coordinator, Bible teacher, and a driving force behind the school’s theater program. But titles alone do not capture what she has meant to this community. To students, alumni, and colleagues alike, she has been something far greater, a constant presence marked by faith, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to people. At the center of Glover’s legacy is the theater program, a place where belonging comes before performance. In a world where auditions often mean rejection, her approach stands apart. If a student is brave enough to step on stage and try, they have a place in the show. That philosophy has shaped productions that are not only memorable, but deeply meaningful. Whether it meant double casting roles or managing unusually large ensembles, Glover has consistently chosen inclusion over convenience. And that choice has changed lives. For some students, her stage became their first experience performing in front of an audience. For others, it became a place of confidence, friendship, and discovery. What students at Hebron might take for granted is anything but typical. That priority is no accident. As longtime colleague Josh Sass puts it, “For her, it’s the people that matter. It matters how you treat each other in the cast, and it’s why we have huge casts and don’t cut anybody. She cares about their hearts and giving them the opportunity to be in the show.” But Glover’s influence extends far beyond the stage. Across classrooms, conversations, and years of mentorship, she has left a lasting mark on students’ faith and personal growth. Alumni consistently point not just to what she taught, but to how she lived. Through honesty about her own struggles, encouragement in seasons of doubt, and a steady focus on the Gospel, she has helped students build a faith that is both personal and enduring.
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Glover was the 2026 Yearbook dedication recipient. She smiles with her family after receiving this surprise honor.
For her, it’s the people that matter. It matters how you treat each other...She cares about their hearts.” JOSH SASS, COLLEAGUE
Former students describe lessons that have stayed with them long after graduation: learning to trust God’s timing, creating margin for what matters most, and understanding that faith is not about perfection, but persistence. Others recall her ability to meet people exactly where they are, with wisdom, joy, and authenticity. Even in the smallest moments, her impact is evident. Whether backstage before a performance, in a classroom discussion, or simply listening when a student needed it most, Glover has consistently pointed others toward something bigger than herself. That same spirit carries into her life beyond Hebron. Married to her husband Jim and a proud mother of three Hebron alumni, her connection to the community runs deep, woven through both her family and the countless relationships she has built over nearly two decades. To try to measure her impact in roles or accomplishments alone would miss the point. Her legacy is found in the people she has shaped, the faith she has modeled, and the culture she has helped create, a culture where students are seen, valued, and encouraged to grow. In every sense, Lee Glover embodies what it means to be all in: fully committed, deeply faithful, and always focused on others.
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my summer adventures by: judah
i’ve been pawicting my sprints for next year so i can race coach davis
ah the lion! dear hebron famly! its me, jud mer, and let me tell u… im hangin out on campus this sum u. i’ve been practicing it is way too quiet without all of it’s just not the same. my highfives in the mirror, but to hula hoop. have u i’ve also been trying to learn how ne try to hula hoop? it’s ever seen a lion with a giant ma around my ears, and i not pritty. i got the hoop stuck with a plastic ring! i had looked like a giant furry planet me get out of it. note to to ask the nice janitors to help not for hula-hooping. i self: lions are built for roaring, next year i’ll be in mrs. know my spelling is pawful but ’s class so she should war..bing..tons, mrs. warbington ers! errorrs! help me a lot with my spelling air l thinking about how even though it’s summer, i am stil this past year. can we get awesome our sports teams were ll team? they are state a huge “go lions!” for our footba
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champyuns! that is a big deal, and i’m still doing
a happy
dance about it. but it wasn’t just foot ball—i saw so many of u playing socker, basketball, and run ning fast on the track. i love every sport so much! every time u try ur hardest, u make me the proudest lion in the world. u all play with so much heart! coach davis said i could make it big one day if i keep up with my pawactice! So i will never stawp pawacticing so i can be the best lion out there! i also have to give a huge shout-out to
our amazing
theater department! i watched u all on stage and wow… u are so talented! i tried to
BY TRISTAN BALCH,
2026 GRADUATE, MASCOT
this year,
audition for a play
once, but mrs. glover said i was “too loud ” and that my tail kept knocking over the senery. but u guys? u were purr-fect! whether u were singing, dan cing, or helping behind the senes, u made magic happen . u all deserve a giant round of a-paws! see u soon. bye -judah
oose nd daddy g a y m m o m ! ra-ahh ing up the babees didn’t lik me pick
peace-full the new patio is a place to get som sun
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SITTING ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS
How Teamwork Builds Championship Moments
BY WADE CHEEK, SPORTS INFORMATION SPECIALIST
C
hampionships are often remembered for the final moments: the confetti, the trophies, and the celebration that follows.
But at Hebron Christian Academy, the foundation for championship moments was built long before the final whistle sounded at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the final race results were posted at the state cross country meet, the final relay concluded at Spec Towns Track, or the last seconds ticked away inside Macon Coliseum. It was built through teamwork. “I’m just sitting on the shoulders of giants, and that’s what it feels like at Hebron,” former HCA head football coach Kenny Dallas said after leading the Lions to their second straight football state championship. “Something like this isn’t because you’ve got one guy coaching. It’s because you’ve got a community behind you, administrators behind you, a great coaching staff, and great players.”
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“ THIS IS WHAT YOU’VE BEEN WORKING FOR...”
COACH MIKE TAYLOR, VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY COACH
This past year, Hebron football, boys cross country, girls basketball, and girls track and field added four more state championships to the school’s growing legacy, the most in a single academic year. Different sports. Different journeys. One common thread. Whether it was football defending a championship under a new head coach, boys cross country battling from behind to reclaim the top spot, girls track and field showcasing depth across multiple events, or girls basketball responding to heartbreak with another championship run, each program relied on something greater than individual talent. Teamwork became the foundation of sustained excellence. Of the 16 GHSA team state championships won in Hebron’s 41-year history, these four programs have combined to account for 10 of them. From the girls basketball dynasty that began in 2021, to boys cross country’s years of consistency, to football’s rise into statewide prominence, and girls track’s second title in six seasons, each program has helped shape a championship culture built on trust, sacrifice, and community. Soon after the Lions claimed their second straight football title, Dallas stepped away from coaching after one season at Hebron to dedicate his life to full-time ministry as a pastor. Dallas succeeded former Hebron coach Jonathan Gess, who guided the Lions to their first state championship. Now, the program rests in the young and passionate leadership of head coach Quentin Davie. There is little doubt Davie hopes to continue the same tradition as those before him: placing faith in God, in his players, and in the community to sustain the legacy that produced back-to-back state championships. continued on page 54
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Photo: Deacon Maynard
Photos: Wade Cheek
“I truly feel like I am here because of a calling, a calling that
“They work really hard. Cross country isn’t easy, it’s a hard
was way beyond any of my thoughts and dreams,” Davie said.
sport,” Taylor said after last year’s title win. “It takes a lot of
“It’s been just mind-blowing, and I would say it’s an opportunity
effort and dedication, and they’re all very dedicated boys.
of a lifetime to come and serve and be a steward to young men
Before they took off, I said to them, ‘This is what you guys
who remind me of my young boys. I won’t take it lightly at all.”
have been working for this whole season, this race today.’”
Three coaches in three seasons. The same result in consecutive
The Lions entered the state meet with a young roster, but
years. And hope for the future. A testament to the culture
the celebration that followed reflected far more than the
Dallas described after last year’s championship. For boys
seven runners competing that day. It represented months
cross country, longtime Hebron coach Mike Taylor has
of preparation, sacrifice, and trust built throughout the
helped build a program rooted in consistency, discipline, and
entire team. Even when several runners found themselves
development. Though Taylor has served as head coach for one
behind during the race, the Lions continued to push forward
boys state title, he witnessed what it took to win the program’s
together, eventually reclaiming the top spot and another
first championships and remained committed to those same
state championship.
standards.
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THE MOST SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN IN SCHOOL HISTORY In 2025, the girls basketball team experienced something unfamiliar: heartbreak. After building one of the state’s premier programs, the Lions suffered a crushing loss in the biggest game of the season while struggling offensively. The program also said goodbye to five seniors who signed to play collegiately, leaving questions about what the future might hold. Fueled by four senior leaders alongside a talented group of underclassmen, the Lions earned the opportunity to rewrite the story in 2026 and return to the top. Hebron’s championship victory over Holy Innocents was far from perfect offensively, but the Lions compensated with relentless effort, defensive pressure, and hustle plays throughout the game. Massive shots from senior Nariah Nelson and junior Mia Huckaby ultimately pushed Hebron across the finish line despite a furious comeback attempt from the Golden Bears in the fourth quarter. Hebron’s latest championship may have looked different from many of the others before it, but that was part of what made it so meaningful. For the girls track and field team, the championship was not decided in the final moments like girls basketball. Instead, it was secured through the collective effort of 15 athletes who combined for three individual titles, three relay championships, and a dominant team performance. “It’s just a testament to the hard work that they put in every day,” head coach Terrence Melton said. “We come out and we grind, just show up and do all of the little things. This is a great group of girls. They really care about each other, so it makes it easy when they come out here and perform.” Sophomore Eloise Jones helped lead the way with multiple state titles, while fellow sophomore Taryn Dixon added another championship performance of her own. Combined with standout relay performances, the Lions secured another state title in convincing fashion over second-place Greater Atlanta Christian. While Jones brought home the high point plaque and others left with medals around their necks, the championship was shared by the entire team standing atop the podium together. The 2025-26 athletic season may ultimately be remembered as the most successful campaign in school history: four team state championships and 29 collegiate signees. But the memories created by coaches, players, staff, and the Hebron community working together will endure long after the trophies and accolades fade.
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MINDSET OF
GRATE FULNESS Finding Joy in Championship Losses
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BY WADE CHEEK, SPORTS INFORMATION SPECIALIST
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rushing grief, anguish, or distress” – this is how the Merriam-Webster Dictionary describes heartbreak.
“Crushing grief, anguish, or distress”...
When reading this definition from the nearly 200-year-old lexicon, it’s hard not to visualize sadness and disappointment. Heartbreak is everywhere, and it can often feel more common than happiness. In sports, that is very much the case. For example, the average career batting average for a position player enshrined in the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame is .303. This means that most of professional baseball’s greats recorded a hit just three times out of every 10 at-bats.
This is what the world expects when a team doesn’t end its season on the mountaintop. But that’s not what Hebron softball carried out of Columbus, Georgia, after its third consecutive loss to Wesleyan in the GHSA State Championship.
If you based Hebron softball’s 2025-26 season on MLB’s standard for a Hall of Famer, you would think the Lions weren’t faced with much heartbreak. A team batting average of .389, 31 wins, just four losses, and a region championship. These accolades resulted in plenty of happy moments for the Lions.
Of course, there were tears shed, goodbyes said, and plenty of questions about what could have been. However, the questions didn’t matter because Lewis’ group was thankful for the journey, grateful for the opportunity, and blessed with the memories of a historic season.
But what happens when a team with this much success falls short of winning a state championship?
“I wouldn’t have wanted to go to battle with anyone else. Like I told the team, ‘Just be grateful that you got to end on this stage, regardless of the outcome,’” former head coach Brittany Lewis said after Hebron lost 9-1 to Wesleyan. “They fight for each other, they train at an elite level, and they work hard ... just a mindset of gratefulness among the team.”
“I choose us, I coach us ... I’m very proud and pleased with our bunch and the product that we put forth. I wouldn’t have wanted to coach anybody else this year.”
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This is what Hebron head volleyball coach and Director of Athletics Taylor Davis said after this year’s GHSA A-3A Private State Championship game. Davis also led his team to the title game, but similar to softball, Hebron volleyball fell short. A win over state power Lovett this past fall would have given the Lions their second straight state title. It would have been their 48th victory in 50 matches during the season. In those 47 wins, the Lions dropped just 12 sets out of 116. Leading up to the title match against Lovett, Hebron had won 48 straight sets. The joy and happiness the Lions poured onto the court were unmatched. However, the fiveset loss in the biggest game of the season did not wash the joy away. “Crushing grief” did not replace happiness. “We gave it our best … I’m just proud,” Davis said. The Hebron boys soccer team’s journey to its second title game appearance in three seasons wasn’t a journey of triumph, but a story of toughness, a constant fight against adversity. Out of more than 1,000 minutes played during the 2026 season, head coach Chad Griffin may have had his full team for only 15 of those minutes. Injuries and illness plagued the Lions. After three straight Final Four appearances and a state championship berth in 2024, an injury-riddled 8-7-1 season was far from the standard Griffin had built at Hebron. Everything changed when freshman Hayden Moore tied Hebron’s Sweet 16 match against the Walker School, forcing two overtime periods.
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Photos: Wade Cheek
“There is more inside of you than what you think you have. There is more … Do you understand? You are meant for this,” Griffin told his team heading into overtime. Minutes later, Moore scored another goal to give Hebron the lead and the eventual win over Walker. That goal propelled the Lions to a 4-0 win in the quarterfinals and an electrifying Final Four victory over Mount Vernon in penalty kicks. All of this was done without the full strength of Griffin’s young and talented roster. “They’re just a gritty, tough bunch of kids,” Griffin said. “When you talk about the culture and standard of your program, you can hang your hat on just being tough. Mentally tough, physically tough, and that’s what I’m proud of.”
I CHOOSE US, I COACH US ...
Once again, after a season of struggle, a season of heartbreak, the Lions were back in the state championship with a chance to rewrite history and change the narrative.
I wouldn’t have wanted to coach anybody else this year.”
Hebron did not end this year as state champions. The Lions fell 1-0 to Whitefield Academy, but that doesn’t mean their story wasn’t transformed.
TAYLOR DAVIS, DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS & HEAD VOLLEYBALL COACH
Four state championships are the most Hebron has ever garnered in a single season. These three teams came to improve that total to seven. They fell short. However, unlike the world around them, falling short did not define them. It made them stronger. In sports, and in life, we fall as much as we rise. In many cases, even more often. Failure is inevitable, but resting in heartbreak is optional, while having a “mindset of gratefulness” is crucial.
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“While we are going to use basketball as a tool to get our players where they want to go, we don’t want the game of basketball to be their identity.” BY DAVID BEALL, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
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“ My deepest heart’s desire is to provide a world class football and life experience for every kid that comes through Hebron football.”
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CONGRATS, SIGNEES
University of Georgia, Basketball
ALANNA BECKHAM TANNER BOWEN
Saint Leo University, Lacrosse
DEVON CALDWELL
Mercer University, Football
MARIAH COOLEY
Alabama A&M, Soccer
AUBREY COWART
Georgia College & State University, Volleyball
GAELLE GEROME
Lee University, Volleyball
MASEN HARDY
Reinhardt University, Football
HAYLEY HORDE
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BLAKE HUMPHRIES
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MORGAN JORDAN JR.
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LAUREN KYRANAKIS
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JARVIS MATHURIN
Union University, Cross Country
ANDERSON MATHIAS
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DEVON MCFIELD LAYLA MELTON
University of North Florida, Soccer
ARCHIE MINDRA
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GABBY MINUS
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STROUD MORRIS
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NARIAH NELSON
Furman University, Basketball University New Hampshire, Gymnastics
ELIZABETH NORDMAN
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KOBI BARNES
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DALLAS RICE RILEY RICHARDS
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BRITTYN SISSOM
Wofford College, Softball North Greenville University, Lacrosse
ALDYN SPROUT
Samford University, Football
MAX STEVE FLETCHER TURK
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DEMITRI WATTS
The Citadel, Baseball Wingate University, Lacrosse
JACKSON WOLFE
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BY CASSIE SNOW, PRINCIPAL OF LIONS LEARNING ACADEMY
BY FAITH
The History of Lions Learning Academy
faith
“ Now is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” HEBREWS 11:1 KJV
F
or me, this verse has always captured the historical heart of the Lions Learning Academy story. Who are we? What steps were taken to get here? When did it begin? How and why did this all come to be? I am often asked these questions. So, how do we begin to tell the story? It first begins with FAITH. Hebrews tells us that faith is a substance, an evidence, or, as another translation reads, an assurance and conviction of things not seen. My dad is a pastor. He taught a transformative sermon series on Hebrews 11 in regard to faith being tangible. How can faith be tangible? Throughout the chapter, we see the weight of this substance in action. By faith, Noah built an ark when the sky was still clear. By faith, Abraham set out for a place, not knowing where he was going, to receive it as an inheritance. Hebrews 11 chronicles heroes of the faith who moved in physical action based solely on what the Lord had revealed to their hearts. That is exactly where Lions Learning Academy begins. By faith, a collective community at Hebron Christian Academy chose to
believe that the course of history for Christian special education could be changed forever. If we look historically, that foundational faith began to manifest in tangible ways on Hebron’s main campus as our academic enrichment and support services developed. We began by supporting a small group of students across our K-12 campus. These were students who were successful in the traditional setting but needed individualized accommodations, such as read-aloud support and extended time, to succeed to their full potential. As students with dyslexia, ADHD, and other processing weaknesses needed support, Hebron met them right where they were. Before a centralized program ever existed, a faithful staff, driven by a heart for all learners, caringly supported and advocated for these students within our general classrooms. Then, in 2017, Kyleigh Kramlich became the first student on Hebron’s main campus with a significant physical disability. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy, Kyleigh used a wheelchair to access her environment and an eye-gaze Augmentative continued on page 64
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continued from page 63 and Alternative Communication (AAC) device to speak. Her parents, Aaron and Christine, recalled that while Kyleigh was thrilled to attend, she was also terrified that people would only see her disability rather than her gifts. Yet, by faith, Hebron’s administration looked past the limitations and said yes. Because of that leadership obedience, the face of HCA was changed. Immersed in a Christ-centered environment, Kyleigh shattered expectations and changed lives forever. Following her graduation, Kyleigh’s grandparents, Robbie and Sally Young, established a legacy gift in her honor, faithfully giving each year to provide scholarships for students with disabilities pursuing a Christian education at HCA. While the main campus program continued to grow, the Lord was already preparing the next thread of the tapestry. During the 2020-21 school year, God used the profound love of one specific legacy family to set Lions Learning Academy into motion. When their youngest grandchild was born with a genetic disorder, their heart’s desire was for this precious little one to experience the same Christ-centered education as the rest of the family. They didn’t just hope for it; they leaned into it with a legacy-defining love. This family sowed a monumental seed gift out of the abundance of their hearts. Their investment was what God used to fund the initial leadership position tasked with building this dream, with the prayerful long-term goal of opening a dedicated, specialized academy by the time their grandchild reached kindergarten.
Kyleigh is pictured shaking hands with Dr. Taylor while crossing the stage at her graduation (2022).
Kyleigh visits with LLA students during their first -ever semester (November, 2024).
One of 17 inaugural LLA students, Cooper, with his grandmother, Jill Southerland, at LLA (2026).
For two years, we worked on the main campus program, keeping the vision for a specialized school alive in our prayers. God mobilized champions to build the financial bridge for LLA’s future. Our Development team stepped into the gap, pouring their hearts into this mission. By faith, they helped carry the vision into our community, faithfully raising the funds needed to anchor this dream in reality. Then came October of 2023. The timeline for their grandchild meant the school would need to be open by the following August. However, the capital funding for a permanent, standalone facility had not yet been fully raised. I’ll never forget the moment when Dr. James Taylor walked into my office and asked, “What if we start on Hebron’s original campus?” I knew of the future God had promised, so my initial thoughts immediately went to protecting that vision. I wanted to ensure we wouldn’t become isolated from the rest of the school, because I knew God’s ultimate design was for a unified, “oneHebron” community. Dr. Taylor saw the strategic opportunity differently...
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800 MILES BY JORDAN YODER, LLA STORYTELLER
FOR A
Miracle
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y wife, Emily, and I recently welcomed the birth of our firstborn son, Nolan. Since becoming a dad, I’ve discovered something almost impossible to avoid: when you hold your child for the first time, you can’t help but imagine the life ahead of them. You picture the milestones, the memories, the dreams you hope they’ll experience. School, friendships, marriage, children of their own. Every parent carries expectations for how life will unfold, both for themselves and for their children.
...Often, God writes a story far different from the one we imagined.
For Dustin and Misty Burr, the story they envisioned was rooted in a quiet 40-acre homestead in Johnson County, Kansas. Alongside their three children, Daisy, Augustus, and their youngest, Apollos, they were building the kind of life many families long for: homeschooling their children, tending the land, and raising their family in the peace of rural life. For the first two years of his life, Apollos seemed much like any other child, though he wasn’t speaking. Pediatricians reassured the Burrs that with older siblings speaking for him, he simply had little need to talk himself. But as he neared his third birthday, more concerning signs began to surface. He stopped sleeping. He stopped eating most foods, tolerating little beyond bananas. Then came the moment that changed everything. During a pool party with family friends, while other children played outside, Apollos remained indoors, standing silently and facing a corner for the entire gathering. That was when Dustin and Misty realized something deeper was going on. continued on page 66
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continued from page 65 After researching his behaviors, they began to suspect autism. Though an official diagnosis would take time, the reality quickly settled over their family with overwhelming weight. The needs of their son soon began to overshadow the demands of their homestead. Frequent trips into the city for appointments and therapies pulled Misty away from caring for the property and homeschooling their middle child, Augustus. Eventually, after much prayer and heartbreak, the Burrs made the difficult decision to sell their homestead, move closer to the city, and enroll Augustus in private Christian school, surrendering yet another dream they once held for their family. What followed was an exhausting season of transition. Endless appointments. Hours spent driving. Fifteen hours of therapy each week. Caring for Apollos became all-consuming, and the family often felt isolated and alone. It was a season marked by grief, but also by God’s quiet faithfulness.
“ Among the few schools they discovered, one stood out immediately: Lions Learning Academy.”
Recognizing that Apollos’ needs had outgrown what she could provide through homeschooling, Misty began searching for a school that could support not only his academic and developmental growth, but his spiritual growth as well. Finding a Christian school equipped to serve a child with limited activities of daily living skills and challenging behaviors drastically narrowed their options. Soon, their search expanded beyond Kansas to schools across the country. Among the few schools they discovered, one stood out immediately: Lions Learning Academy. The moment the Burr family visited the LLA website, something felt different. That feeling only deepened during the admissions process and campus open house. “The love and compassion we experienced toward our child and our family in the few short hours we were here was healing to our weary and hurting hearts,” Misty shared. “The joy is palpable, and the vision for LLA is powerful because it’s centered on Jesus’ heart for each child. We knew this place was exactly what we were longing for.” When Apollos was officially accepted to LLA, the Burrs made another enormous leap of faith: relocating their family 800 miles from Kansas City to Dacula, Georgia. The move was financially and emotionally daunting. Starting over in a new state meant rebuilding community, finding work, and creating an entirely new support system. Yet once again, God provided in ways they never expected.
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On June 5, 2025, Misty received a phone call informing her that the remaining balance of Apollos’ first-year tuition, after the Georgia GOAL Scholarship had been applied, was completely covered by an anonymous donor.
“ We believe we are just starting to witness a magnificent being ushered in by His faithful servants at LLA.”
metamorphosis
It was an answer to a prayer they had never even thought to pray.
unexpected doors vocationally: Misty now works as HCA’s Lower School Receptionist, while Daisy serves in the lower school cafeteria with Sage Dining.
Since arriving at LLA, Apollos has experienced extraordinary growth. Through the school’s holistic and therapeutic model, he has gained skills that once seemed unimaginable. Physically, he has learned to dress himself, sleep in his own bed, improve toileting skills, and expand the foods he is willing to eat. Academically, he has learned to read, write legibly, and even color within the lines. Socially, he has grown in remarkable ways, moving beyond scripted speech to forming his own original thoughts and speaking in more complex sentences.
“I get to give back to the community who is changing my son’s and my family’s life,” Misty said. “I get the privilege of participating in the mission of HCA every day while using my skills to serve students, families, and staff, pray for them, and just be part of their lives. It’s truly a dream job for me.”
But perhaps most meaningful of all, Apollos has learned to pray out loud and grow in his understanding of how deeply Jesus loves him. What once felt hopeless has been transformed into a story filled with possibility. Today, the Burr family has found more than a school in Dacula. They have found a home. Through the LLA community, they connected with families walking similar roads and found a church family at Redeemer Community Church. God also opened
The Burr family’s story began with shattered expectations and surrendered dreams. But through God’s faithfulness, those broken pieces have been gathered into something beautiful and entirely new. Reflecting on the journey, Misty now sees the future through a very different lens. “We wrestled through surrendering our dreams for Apollos and accepted the possibility of a limited future. But God! Now that we have seen what He has done in a few short months with Apollos at LLA, we are elated to say that the future holds incredible possibilities. God has powerful plans for His great glory through our son; we believe we are just starting to witness a magnificent metamorphosis being ushered in by His faithful servants at LLA.”
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THE MARCH before THE MIRACLE BY NICK CASON,
LLA STEM/PE TEACHER
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n the life of any institution, there are moments of physical expansion and moments of spiritual growth. For Hebron Christian Academy, the announcement of Lions Learning Academy was both. To build a $22 million, debtfree, therapy-based facility for neurodiverse students on a new 13-acre campus was more than a construction project; it was a “Godsized dream.” Recognizing that a task of this magnitude could not be accomplished by human effort alone, the school launched a 90-day prayer initiative. The initiative was born out of a desire from the school to move step by step with the Holy Spirit. While the financial goal was clear, the heart behind the prayer was deeper: it was about provision, protection, and purpose. PROVISION The faculty, students, and community petitioned God for the resources to build LLA debt-free, ensuring that specialized Christian education remains accessible and affordable for families who already carry the heavy financial load of therapy and medical care. PROTECTION The initiative covered every current and future student and staff member, praying that LLA would be a “city on a hill” and a place where developmental and cognitive disabilities are not seen as limitations, but as unique reflections of God’s diverse handiwork. PURPOSE It sought to align the school’s mission with Isaiah 43:19, believing that God was “doing a new thing” in the lives of special needs families who have often felt isolated in traditional educational settings.
What made this initiative remarkable was its unity. It wasn’t just a memo sent from the administration; it was a rhythmic, daily heartbeat felt across the entire campus and every household of current and future families. Throughout the 90 days, the effort was visible in every corner of the community: IN THE CLASSROOMS Teachers began their mornings by lifting up the specific needs of LLA students already on campus. Main campus and LLA students walked the perimeter of the future campus as they prayed over the future classrooms and therapy spaces. Teachers emphasized to students that prayer is the first response, not the last resort, for big challenges. IN THE HOMES Parents and grandparents received prayer prompts, turning carpool lines and dinner tables into small sanctuaries of intercession for the future of the school. IN THE CHURCHES Leaders of local churches joined the call, recognizing that the success of LLA would provide a roadmap for how the Body of Christ can better serve families with special needs across the region. This wasn’t just about raising money; it was about raising a generation of “Lions” who understand that the most powerful thing they can do is fall to their knees. The 90-day initiative culminated in a powerful visual and spiritual summation: the community prayer walk. Current families, future families, students, and staff gathered to physically walk the land where the new building will stand. Standing on the 13-acre parcel, the community didn’t see just dirt and trees; it saw the answer to their prayers. The walk served as a “claiming” of the ground for the Kingdom of God.
LLA students lift their hands in prayer, thanking God for their school and praying over their future campus.
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There was a profound sense of peace as the community moved together, literally treading the path where future students will find healing and hope. It was a physical reminder that we are “all the work of His hand” (Isaiah 64:8). The students of Lions Learning Academy understood something profound: you cannot claim a promise from the sidelines. They were not content to simply let others pray for their future; they chose to pick up the mantle themselves. Throughout the 90-day prayer initiative, these students embarked on a transformative study of the Book of Joshua, turning ancient scripture into a modern-day map for their own lives. Their journey began in Joshua Chapter 1, where God offered a bold promise: “I will give you every place where you set your foot.” Taking this literally and spiritually, the students crafted their own symbolic footprints out of biodegradable materials, a physical representation of their presence and prayers. Like the Israelites before them, they “crossed the Jordan,” trusting that God would hold back the waters of doubt and difficulty so they could walk toward their future on dry ground. They even built their own stone monuments, stacking memories of God’s past faithfulness to ensure they would never forget the miracles performed in their midst.
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Nick Cason walks the future site of LLA at the community prayer walk with student, Laura.
As March arrived, the lofty task of building a new campus became a physical mission. On six separate occasions, the students traveled from their current hallways to the hallowed ground of the new campus site. With each trip, they circled the perimeter, echoing the steady, faithful march around Jericho. As they walked, they sowed their biodegradable footprints into the soil, letting them dissolve into the earth. It was a holy “claiming” of the land; they were literally weaving their prayers into the very foundation where their future classrooms will stand. This season of devotion reached its peak on the final day of March. Joining hands with the broader community, the students participated in a final, solemn summation. They walked the perimeter seven times, but the air was not filled with noise; it was filled with the weight of silent intercession. With every lap, they petitioned the Lord for the specific details of their new home: for the safety of the new rooms, for the hearts of every future student, and for the wisdom of the faculty members who will one day grow the Kingdom of God within those walls. By walking in the footsteps of Joshua, the students of Lions Learning Academy proved that no wall is too high and no dream is too big when you are walking on ground promised by God. They have laid the foundation in prayer, and now, they stand ready to see the “new thing” God is building in their lives.
Photos: Wade Cheek and Jordan Yoder
SUTTON-KLEMPNER Teacher of the Year Award Mrs. Beth Martin
LOWER SCHOOL RECIPIENT
Mrs. Beth Martin has quickly become a beloved and impactful member of the Hebron faculty through her joyful spirit, intentional leadership, and deep love for students. As a K4 teacher, she creates a classroom environment where learning is engaging, students feel genuinely cared for, and every child is supported academically and emotionally. Beth is known for her creativity, thoughtful instruction, and willingness to continually grow as an educator through collaboration and professional learning. In addition to faithfully leading her classroom, she has stepped confidently into leadership opportunities, including revitalizing the morning announcements club with enthusiasm and meaningful student involvement. Her coworkers value her servant-hearted attitude, encouragement, and steady presence, while families and students experience firsthand her Christlike patience, kindness, and care. Beth exemplifies the heart of a Hebron teacher through her humility, excellence, and unwavering commitment to loving children well.
Ms. Timi Higgins
MIDDLE SCHOOL RECIPIENT
Ms. Timi Higgins has faithfully served at Hebron for more than two decades and continues to leave a lasting impact on students, families, and fellow faculty members through her leadership, wisdom, and devotion to Christ. As an 8th grade Bible teacher and grade-level lead, Timi creates a classroom environment where students are encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, and personally. Her love for Jesus is evident in every aspect of her work, from moments of worship and prayer in her classroom to the compassionate guidance she offers both students and colleagues. Known as a steady and selfless servant leader, Timi is deeply respected by her peers for her wisdom, encouragement, and willingness to support others in both big and small ways. Students often remember her class long after leaving Hebron, a testament to the meaningful relationships and spiritual foundation she helps build. Timi’s faithful service, joyful leadership, and Christcentered example make her an invaluable part of the Hebron community.
Mrs. Stacey Warbington Mrs. Stacey Warbington has been a treasured member of the Hebron faculty for nine years, inspiring students through her passion for literature, commitment to excellence, and Christ-centered approach to teaching. Whether in middle school or advanced high school courses, Stacey challenges her students to think deeply, engage meaningfully, and pursue their full academic potential while always feeling known and supported. Her creativity in the classroom, combined with her dedication to proven teaching practices, creates an environment where students are both challenged and encouraged. Stacey is widely respected for her willingness to invest in others, consistently supporting students and colleagues with wisdom, encouragement, and genuine care. Her faith is evident in the way she teaches, leads, and serves, modeling the example of a thoughtful, educated Christian woman devoted to honoring God through her calling as a wife, mother, and educator. Stacey’s contagious love for learning and unwavering commitment to her students make her exceptionally deserving of this recognition.
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HIGH SCHOOL RECIPIENT
Photo: Jordan Yoder
Herzog Teacher of the Year BY CASSIE SNOW,
Cason’s classroom is anything but conventional. Lessons often come to life through immersive, hands-on experiences that integrate faith, movement, and academic discovery. In one memorable unit, he transformed the gymnasium into a sensory-rich biblical environment, allowing students to explore the story of David and Goliath through worship, adaptive activities, and even scientific principles like force and motion. These experiences are not only academically impactful but also make Scripture tangible and accessible, allowing students to encounter Biblical truths in deeply personal ways. Beyond innovation, it is Cason’s heart for students and colleagues that truly sets him apart. Whether greeting students each morning with warmth and humor or quietly supporting a child in a moment of distress, he consistently models Christ-like compassion. His influence extends behind the scenes as well, where he created a personal prayer wall, faithfully lifting up every member of the LLA team. His leadership is shaping not only a program but also a culture defined by faith, encouragement, and purpose.
“ He is a visionary, a creative, and an enthusiast… He is using his gifts to architect a program that redefines what Christian education looks like for students with disabilities.”
PRINCIPAL OF LIONS LEARNING ACADEMY
N
ick Cason, STEM and Physical Education instructor at Lions Learning Academy (LLA), has been named a 2026 Herzog Foundation Christian Teacher of the Year, an honor given to just 12 educators nationwide for excellence in Christ-centered education. In just two years at Lions Learning Academy, Cason has distinguished himself as a dynamic leader whose classroom is marked by innovation, joy, and an unwavering commitment to students. His work at LLA reflects both educational excellence and a deeply rooted sense of calling.
As Lions Learning Academy looks toward future growth, including plans to expand its reach and impact, Cason’s work is already laying the foundation. He is helping develop a scalable model of Christian special education that can equip other schools to better serve students with diverse learning needs. In every sense, his recognition by the Herzog Foundation affirms what the Hebron community already knows: Nick Cason is not only an exceptional educator, but a faithful servant whose work is transforming lives for the Kingdom.
From day one, Cason has approached teaching with a visionary mindset. Originally supporting students in the general education setting, he quickly became known for his ability to advocate for and empower learners of all abilities. When Lions Learning Academy launched, he stepped into the opportunity with enthusiasm, helping to build its STEM and adapted physical education programs from the ground up. His work has reimagined Christian education for students with disabilities by blending creativity, accessibility, and meaningful engagement.
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TOP 10 Photos of the Year 1
WHERE DREAMS BEGIN BY: DAV I D B E A L L
As seniors take their final walk through the lower school halls, two K4 students watch with excitement, dreaming of the day they might one day walk those same halls as graduates. The moment reflects the heart of Hebron as students inspire the next generation and pave the way for those coming behind them.
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RAYSOR’S ROAR BY: WA D E C H E E K
Hebron softball third baseman Gabby Raysor celebrates a key out in the Lions’ GHSA
semifinal win over Prince Avenue Christian.
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SLAMMED
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BY: D E AC O N M AY N A R D
Hebron men’s basketball’s Lukas Romine dunks in the Lions’ region championship win over Prince Avenue Christian.
LEADERSHIP IN PRAYER BY: J O R DA N YO D E R
Seeking the Lord’s will for the future of Lions Learning Academy, Principal Cassie Snow, leads a 90-day prayer initiative. On a brisk January morning, Snow and a group of
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LLA parents walk the perimeter of the future building site to intercede on behalf of their school and community.
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RIGHT AT HOME BY: DAV I D B E A L L
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Before even stepping into class on the first day of school at Lions Learning Academy, Kaylee pauses to share a hug and kiss with Judah. Her sweet greeting captures the sense of safety, happiness, and belonging that defines the LLA family.
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ONLY BY THE BLOOD BY: WA D E C H E E K
Christian C hristian artist JJ Hasulube joins Passion Music in
leading worship during Spiritual Emphasis Week.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT BY: M A RY A N N M U LV E H I L L Jackson Williams commands the stage with a show-stopping performance as Sebastian in the high school drama production of The
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Little Mermaid. He pours absolute passion into a mid-song performance, embodying
the vibrant energy that made this show so unforgettable.
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FAITH & FREEDOM BY: A LYS S A H A R R I S O N
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Lower school students embrace as they bow
their heads in prayer, showing reverence for our nation’s stars and stripes and gratitude for the God who sustains our freedom.
SENIOR SUNRISE
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BY: C A M D E N S P E N G L E R Kicking off the year with a retreat,
seniors worship together while taking in a breathtaking sunrise on a mountain peak at Ocoee Ridge Camp.
THE GLOW OF A BREAKTHROUGH SEASON BY: M O L LY D U E R K Senior Tanner Bowen jogs off the field
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under a sunset at Burlingame as Hebron
boys lacrosse finished the year 16-3 overall and made its first final four appearance in program history.
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ANNUAL REPORT Development DEAR HEBRON FAMILY,
DEVELOPMENT TEAM
On behalf of HCA Development, it is both an honor and a blessing to be
Greg Knedler,
part of this remarkable community. Our entire team is deeply grateful for
Director of Development
the unwavering support, encouragement, and partnership we receive from
greg.knedler@hebronlions.org
students, parents, faculty, alumni, and friends of the school. Every day, we witness the dedication, faith, and generosity that make Hebron Christian Academy such a special place. It is evident that God is at
Dave Stanton,
work here, guiding our mission and inspiring all of us to pursue excellence in
Associate Director of Development
Christian education.
dave.stanton@hebronlions.org
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for every gift given to HCA over the past year. Your generosity has made a profound impact by supporting our programs, enriching our students’ experiences, and helping us continue
April Neal,
to fulfill our mission. Thank you for your continued prayers, involvement, and
Grant Writer
support.
april.neal@hebronlions.org
Together, we are building a strong foundation for our students, one that will impact lives for years to come. We look forward to serving alongside you and seeing what God will accomplish through our shared commitment. With gratitude, HCA Development
Annual Fund Gifts to the HCA Annual Fund this year provided vital support for needs beyond the school’s operating budget and restricted funds. This flexible funding allowed the school to make strategic investments in technology, security, and transportation, directly benefiting our students and broader community. Looking ahead, HCA Development is excited to grow our annual giving efforts. In September, we will launch a new annual giving initiative aimed at strengthening our mission, increasing participation in philanthropic support, and creating more meaningful opportunities for community engagement.
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Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program 2025-26
K4-12 FINANCIAL AID AWARDED Students Receiving Financial Aid
277
Total Dollar Amount Awarded
$1,358,978
Average Financial Aid Awarded
$5,584
FINANCIAL AID AWARDED BY ALLOCATION
FINANCIAL AID BY GRADE 2026
40%
21.74% 38%
37% 30%
17.86%
2025
31%
32%
33%
79.61%
30%
20%
Georgia GOAL 10%
Private Donations Georgia Promise
0%
Lower School
Middle School
(Percentage out of total number of students receiving GOAL financial aid in lower, middle, and high school, respectively).
High School
2026
2025
Dollar Amount of Tax Credit Contributions
$1,004,585
$1,398,804
Total Number of Contributors
167
180
Average Dollar Amount Per Contribution
$6,015
$7,771
BUSINESS CONTRIBUTIONS BUSINESS GOAL CONTRIBUTIONS
2025 2026
2025
$804,398
$1,167,564
22
27
$36,564
$43,243
80%
83%
TOTAL GOAL CONTRIBUTIONS
Dollar Amount of Business Contributions Number of Businesses Contributed Average Dollar Amount Per Business Percentage of Contributions from Businesses
$1,167,564 27
$43,243 83%
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$1,181,562 33
$35,805 82%
NUMBER OF DONORS BY LEVEL
QUICK FACTS
(CASH RECEIVED)
389
PEOPLE HAVE MADE FIRST-TIME GIFTS IN FY26
162
DONORS HAVE GIVEN ANNUAL GIFTS OF $1,000+
THE NUMBER OF DONORS WHO HAVE MADE CASH CONTRIBUTIONS TO HCA AT VARIOUS LEVELS THROUGH MAY 2026.
$500K+
3
$250K-$499.9K
3
$100K-$249.9K
2
$50K-$99.9K
2
$25K-$49.9K
7
$10K-$24.9K
16
$5K-$9.9K
31
$2.5K-$4.9K
23
$1K-$2.4K
75
< $1,000
884
129
FACULTY/STAFF HAVE GIVEN A GIFT AND/OR PARTICIPATED IN GIVING THROUGH THE GEORGIA GOAL PROGRAM
231
DONORS CONTRIBUTED TO THE HCA ANNUAL FUND
188
PEOPLE SIGNED UP TO USE THE NEW HCA ONLINE GIVING PORTAL
The Hebron Christian Academy Online Giving Portal is now live. This new platform makes it easier than ever to support our school, sign up for recurring gifts, and access your giving receipts and reports. For more information, please contact the Development Office: Development@HebronLions.org
GIFTS BY PURPOSE NEW GIFTS AND COMMITMENTS OF $5.7M TO HCA DURING FY26 HAVE BEEN DESIGNATED TO THE FOLLOWING PURPOSES: Annual Giving $79,257 Missions $113,299 Parent Organizations $170,950 Other Restricted Purposes $179,676 Financial Aid $204,488
3% 4%
3%
Athletic Complex $2,980,172
5%
Other Capital Projects $305,000
53% 29%
LLA Capital Projects $1,631,217
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CAPITAL PROJECTS 87%
Based on 2025-2026 Budget
FINANCIAL REPORT Hebron Christian Academy REVENUES
EXPENSES
Tuition and Fees
$22,761,331
Auxiliary Services
$440,000
Educational
Programs
$450,000
Student Support
Interest Income
$40,000
Auxiliary Operations
Other
$32,500
Physical Plant
$1,743,530
Administrative
$698,850
Institutional and Debt Service
$958,608
Programs and Other
$179,000
Total Revenues
$23,723,831
Salaries & Benefits
Total Operating Expenses
$16,577,159 $958,725 $1,815,245 $422,500
$23,353,617
* Any remaining funds at the end of the year are applied toward debt retirement
Lions Learning Academy REVENUES Tuition and Fees
Total Revenues
EXPENSES $1,127,700
$1,127,700
Salaries and Benefits
$916,956
Educational
$16,050
Student Support
$52,397
Physical Plant
$60,200
Administrative
$12,000
Total Operating Expenses
* Any remaining funds at the end of the year are applied toward debt retirement
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$1,057,603
Ansleigh Harrison Coganow opens the 2025 Homecoming Game with a word of prayer.
WELCOME HOME FEELS LIKE THIS
“
BY ANSLEIGH HARRISON COGANOW, ALUMNA, CLASS OF 2015
Coming back to campus always feels like coming home.”
O
n October 3, 2025, I walked back onto Hebron Christian
The air is filled with sentimentality, memories shared, and genuine
Academy’s
my
cries of “welcome back!” As I walked onto the field to say the
husband’s hand and anticipating the excitement that comes with
campus
for
Homecoming,
holding
opening prayer before the football game, I could feel the buzz
every return to campus. Although I graduated a decade ago
of excitement from the students, spectators, and players alike.
in 2015, I’m no stranger to Hebron. I often return to visit my
It reminded me of my time as a cheerleader at Hebron (above),
sister at work or to rehearse and perform in productions put on
encouraging the team and leading the stands in chants. When
by Dogwood Theatre Company. However, there is something
I was in middle school, the stadium didn’t even exist; it was
different about returning for an event meant to welcome and
simply an open field with two goal posts at either end and one
honor alumni.
small set of stands to accommodate a few parents.
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Even in high school, once the stadium was built, I can remember throwing a backhandspring during a game and almost kicking the team behind me because there was no track to separate us from the field! It’s amazing to see how much the school has grown, not only physically, but also academically and extracurricularly. One of my favorite electives in school was chorus with Mr. Sass. Some of my fondest memories from high school happened in that tiny classroom in the back of the F building (which is now the dance studio), such as witnessing Sass pull his iconic April Fool’s Day prank, “decorating” the Charlie Brown Christmas tree on the piano, and awaiting the annual talk given by our favorite Disney fundraiser spokesperson, lovingly dubbed “The
the performance space at Hebron has come a long way would
Cheesecake Lady.”
be an understatement. I’ve now had the privilege of performing on the new stage twice, and each time I walk in the building, it
The other place I spent most of my time at Hebron was the stage
reminds me of all the time I spent laughing with my high school
in the “cafetorium,” rehearsing and performing shows directed
castmates, having impromptu harmony sessions, and doing
by the Olimpis, Mr. Sass, and Mrs. Glover (right, top). To say
what I loved most: telling a story through performance. After saying the opening prayer before the game, I thought I’d fade back into the stands to cheer on the Lions, but I should have known that I’d instead be pulled onto the risers by Mr. Sass and the chorus behind me to join my fellow alumni in singing the National Anthem (left). That’s what makes being an alumna from Hebron so special; the relationships and memories made transcend the few years spent on campus. Being a teacher now myself, I know that one of the most important things an educator can do for her students is show them how much she cares. Coming back to campus always feels like coming home.
The Harrison and Coganow families together at HCA Homecoming 2025.
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20-YEAR-OLD FIREFIGHTER, WILLIAM FRASIER (‘24)
CALLED TO SERVE BY DAVID BEALL, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
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There’s nothing better than being the person who shows up when someone needs help.”
F
or some, choosing a career takes years of uncertainty. For others, the path is clear from the start.
For Hebron alumnus William Frasier, that calling came early. “I knew when I was younger,” he said. “We had a house fire, and watching the firefighters respond… It was so interesting. It stuck with me.” What began as a moment of crisis became a lifelong direction. Even in high school, Frasier recognized that a traditional college route was not where he was headed. Instead, he felt drawn toward something more immediate, more hands-on, and more purposeful. “I figured this is the path I want to take. I need to do it full force and not look back.” Today, just a year after graduation, he is living out that decision as a firefighter, stepping daily into a role defined by urgency, service, and compassion. At its core, the job is exactly what first drew him in. “I don’t think there’s a better way for me to live my life than doing something I love, which is helping people,” he said. “No matter what the call is, I like being that person who shows up.”
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That desire to serve is not abstract. It plays out in the rhythm of long shifts, early mornings, and constant readiness. A typical day begins before sunrise, checking equipment, preparing the truck, and making sure everything is ready for whatever might come next. From there, the day unfolds unpredictably. Calls, training, cleaning, cooking, and camaraderie with fellow firefighters fill the hours. Yet for Frasier, the most meaningful moments are often the simplest. “It could be something really minor,” he said. “But seeing a smile on someone’s face because you were able to help them, that’s what matters.” Whether responding to emergencies or visiting local schools, the impact is the same. “It’s the little things that don’t always get noticed that mean the most.” The journey to get there, however, was not without challenges. Transitioning straight from high school into the demands of adulthood required discipline and determination. “The biggest thing was just learning how to be an adult,” he said. “But I just kept telling myself, take it one step at a time and keep moving forward.” That mindset, he says, was shaped in part by his time at Hebron. Academically, the school prepared him for the rigor of certifications and medical training required in firefighting. “You’re not just jumping into a job. You’re going to school, and it matters, because you’re putting someone’s life in your hands,” he said. “Hebron taught me to put my head down, focus, and get it done.” Just as important were the relational skills he developed. “You’re walking into calls with people you’ve never met, and you have to build trust immediately.
Being here at Hebron, building connections with people every day, that really helped me learn how to do that.” His faith also plays a steady role in his work. In a profession that often brings him into difficult and unpredictable situations, it gives him confidence and perspective. “For me, it’s about putting my best foot forward,” he said. “No matter what happens, I know God is always there. I can rely on Him through anything.” Looking back, Frasier sees his journey not just as a career choice, but as a calling that continues to shape him. His advice to current students is simple, but deeply personal: “Chase your dreams. If it’s something you want to do, go after it full force and don’t stop.” He encourages students to start small, stay disciplined, and remain open to growth. “Every day is an opportunity to learn. Even if you think you know everything, you don’t. There’s always something new.” One year removed from Hebron, he still misses the daily presence of friends and the sense of community. But he carries those experiences with him into every shift, every call, and every opportunity to serve. And for William Frasier, that calling has never been clearer. “There’s nothing better,” he said, “than being the person who shows up when someone needs help.”
Photos: Wade Cheek
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YOUR LAWYERS. YOUR WAY. EVERY SINGLE DAY.
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ALUMNI UPDATES Career Milestones, Marriages, Babies, and More LIBBY ALLEN
Libby was recently promoted to Associate Professor of Professional Practice at Texas Christian University’s Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences.
2001
ANDREW BRANDT
Andrew was named a partner at the law firm Rice McGowan & Brandt, which serves clients across Georgia with offices in Atlanta and Duluth.
2007
KAYLA LAWSON LOGRONO
CAITLIN HENSLEY KETCHAM
Kayla and her husband, Michael, have been married for 13 years and are raising their four adopted daughters while enjoying life on their farm. Michael recently joined Banks County Fire as a paramedic, and Kayla works in real estate.
Caitlin celebrated six years of marriage in October, and the couple has two children, daughter Ella (4) and son Liam (3).
2007
CHRISTIAN SMITH PHILLIPS
2013
Christian, HCA Bible teacher and dance instructor, married Garrett Phillips, HCA social studies teacher, last July.
2011 BRITTANY BUTTON BOSTOCK Brittany’s four-year-old son will begin K4 at Hebron this fall, and their family is excited to see him grow in the same school she once attended.
2013
BEN GARRETT Ben and his wife welcomed their third child in January 2025. He was ordained as a pastor at his local Reformed Church in March 2025 and completed his second book, Killing Lust: Fighting for Purity in a Pornographic Age, in February 2026.
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2013
MADISON TAYLOR SKILLING
DREW COKER Drew and his wife, Jessica, welcomed their second son, Luke, this past August.
Madison and her husband welcomed their third child in January 2026.
2014
2014
BEN AUSTIN
After graduating from Liberty University, Ben married Kristen, who joined Hebron in 2024 as Lions Learning Academy’s first K4/ kindergarten teacher. In 2025, the couple welcomed their son, Henry, who was born at 27 weeks and spent 91 days in the NICU, and Ben recently launched Austin Home Innovations LLC, a residential remodeling business.
KEITH LITTON Keith married his wife in May 2025 at New Holland Parlor in Gainesville, Georgia.
2014 GEORGIA LEA MOSTELLAR
Georgia Lea Waters married Ben Mostellar on November 22, 2025, at the Georgia Club in Statham, Georgia.
2016
2015
REAGIN WATERS JILLIAN ELMER MEEK & MATTHEW MEEK Matthew (2018) and Jillian (2017) were married in 2024 and welcomed a baby boy in November 2025.
2017, 2018
Reagin graduated from Georgia Southern University in 2022 and moved to Atlanta to pursue a career in sales and fashion with The Tom James Company. She teaches sales training for new hires, and serves as the campus recruiter for Tom James at the University of Alabama.
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MADELYN SOUTHER OLIVER & DANIEL OLIVER Daniel and Madelyn were married in August 2023. Daniel is an Assistant Vice President at Capital Partners, and Madelyn is a pediatric registered nurse at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
HARLEY COURTNEY JONES
Harley and Ryan married in April 2025. Harley will be working at Hebron as a second grade teacher starting in August.
2020
2019
HUNTER TRUSSELL
CARLY FAHEY CALVERT & ZACH CALVERT
Hunter has been working for Georgia Department of Transportation HERO (Highway Emergency Response Operator) as a supervisor for the last two years.
Zach and Carly, both Class of 2021, were married on May 15 in Gainesville, Georgia, and credit Hebron basketball for bringing them together!
2022
2021
REESE BRYAN SLATE
Reese was married in April 2026 and is set to graduate from UGA in December 2026 with a degree in biomedical physiology. She will begin respiratory therapy school in January 2027.
BEN LILLARD & EMMA REINHARDT
Ben and Emma, both Class of 2022, recently announced their engagement and plan to be married in October 2027.
2022
2022
TY WARBINGTON
KENDRA CORNETT
After graduating from HCA, Ty transferred to the University of Georgia and is pursuing a BBA in Real Estate while working as a land broker at Ackerman & Co.
Kendra recently got engaged and will marry Tristin Wisener in December.
2023
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2024
HCA STAFF UPDATES Anna Hart Joseph and Anna Hart, LLA Teacher, welcomed Hudson Hart in January!
Kelsea & Daniel Mejia Upper School Science Teacher Daniel Mejia and LLA Teacher Kelsea Mejia were married
Alex Reid
in Gainesville this
Davis John Reid was born
meeting at HCA in
past December after
in October 2025 to Alex
the fall of 2024.
and Mckenzie Reid. He is pictured with sister, Evey (rising 4th grader), and brother, Pierce (K4).
Jordan & Emily Yoder Jordan and Emily Yoder, Digital Media
Paige Underwood
Specialist and LLA Paraprofessional, celebrated the birth
First Grade Teacher
of their first son,
Paige Underwood and
Nolan Yoder, in
her husband, Caleb,
September.
welcomed their son, Lawson, in May.
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p re On
toward the goal
Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Phil 3:13-14
2026-27
W
e are excited to introduce our theme for the 2026-27 school year: Press On. Our theme is rooted in Philippians
3:13–14, where Paul encourages believers to forget what lies behind and press on toward Christ. In a world filled with distractions, discouragement, and
The letterpress-inspired artwork reflects this message of
uncertainty, we want to challenge our students to remain
intentional perseverance. Just as individual type pieces are
steadfast in their pursuit of Christ. “Press On” calls us to move
carefully arranged and pressed together to leave a lasting
beyond past failures and fears as we pursue the calling God
impression, we believe God is shaping each of us through daily
has placed before us. Through every classroom, competition,
faithfulness, discipleship, and growth. Together, we press on
and performance, we desire to cultivate a community that
with confidence, trusting God to guide every step.
faithfully pursues Christ.
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MATTHEW 6:25-34
Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life? And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But SEEK FIRST the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be