I AM A CHILD OF GOD
PRESIDENT’S LETTER
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With your support, our children are being raised up in a community where they are known by name and loved unconditionally...
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Dr. Seth Cohen
Dear Faithful Friends of Jupiter Christian School,
Welcome to the first edition of the Philanthropy Report! Thanks to your continuous and sacrificial support year after year, giving at JCS has grown by 300% in the last four years.
As a token of our gratitude for your generosity and in celebration of the incredible mission we are privileged to be a part of, I am proud to introduce this quarterly publication aimed at keeping you informed of all the exciting things happening on our campuses.
JCS is proud to be known for excellence in teaching the mind, reaching the heart, and inspiring servant leaders who are impacting the world for Jesus Christ. In the following pages, you will see some of the ways that the Annual Fund is strengthening this mission by attracting and retaining the highest quality faculty and families. With your support, our children are being raised up in a community where they are known by name and loved unconditionally, nurtured and educated to reach their fullest potential in college, career, family, and beyond.
This past year, we set out to raise $1,000,000 toward the Annual Fund, strengthening our security, athletics, fine arts, student learning services, scholarship programs, and teaching faculty support. Thanks to you, we far exceeded our goal and were able to invest heavily in our facilities. Although there is more work to be done to finish our Building Legacy campaign and elevate our existing facilities, I am proud of the progress and eager to witness all that God has in store for our students as they learn and grow on our beautiful campuses this year!
On behalf of our entire team of faculty, staff, board, and administration, I just want to say thank you for being a part of this mission. Shalom,
Dr. Seth Cohen, President
Our Mission
Jupiter Christian School is committed to excellence in teaching the mind, reaching the heart, and inspiring servant leaders who are impacting the world for Jesus Christ.
Educating the Whole Child for their Whole Life
As a member of the Jupiter Christian School family, we promise to educate your child in a nurturing community to excel in life and engage the world. Our Christ-centered college and career preparedness program is brought to life by missiondriven, highly-qualified Faculty and Staff who are committed to teaching the mind, reaching the heart, and inspiring servant leadership.
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
Administration
Dr. Seth Cohen, President
Susan Murphy, Chief Academic Officer
Kip Fisher, Chief Operating Officer
Caitlin Farmer, Chief Financial Officer
Chelsea Gunn, Chief Advancement Officer
Jay Boggess, Chief Strategic Officer
Rebecca Hansen, Director of Human Resources
Joshua Wade, High School Principal
Brittany Flesch, Middle School Principal
Wendy Brown, Elementary School Principal
Julie Kelly, East Campus Principal
Penny Rogers, North Campus Director
Board
of Directors
Donald Barnes, PE, Chairman
Kimberly Webb Lague, Secretary
Mark Mestrovich, Treasurer
Brenton Hood, Director
Christopher Dyer, Director
Wilson Enriquez, Director
WELCOME TO THE JCS FAMILY
Mr.
Jay Boggess
Dear JCS Community,
It is with great joy and humble gratitude that I join Jupiter Christian School as the new Chief Strategic Officer. Over the course of nearly two decades in Palm Beach County, I have had the privilege of serving students, families, and educators in a variety of roles from classroom teacher, assistant principal, principal, assistant superintendent, chief of staff, and superintendent. No matter the leadership role or position,
my mission has not changed or wavered. It has always been and will continue to be, to lead with a fervent passion to empower students to align their life with their God-given gifts and abilities, and to fulfill the calling that He has for them.
In my role as Chief Strategic Officer, my primary job is partnering with the school leadership to make the Strategic Plan a reality for our community and our children. In just a few short months, I have been convinced that this is a community unlike any other, defined by biblical values and family partnership. I am thrilled to be in a place where I have the privilege to love and lead our student population and allow my own 5 children to experience the academic excellence and spiritual formation that JCS is so known for. I take to heart the Scripture that stands on our school crest, 3 John 4, which states “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.”
My passion is in equipping young men and women to align their head, heart, and hands with the Kingdom of God. As a father, this verse perfectly summarizes my heart and desire for my children and all JCS students, to delight in the Truth of God’s Word. JCS is paving the way for schools in this county to keep Jesus in the classroom and graduate students of excellence, expertise, and experience who are positioned to lead in career and college. I look forward to building relationships as our JCS family raises up a new generation of learners and leaders to know Him, to love Him, to serve Him, and to make Kingdom impact in our nation!
In His Service, Jay Boggess, Chief Strategic Officer
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Mr.
“In every way that you partner with us.... you are an integral part of safeguarding our mission to reach the mind and heart of the next generation.“
Donald Barnes
Dear JCS Friends and Families,
It fills me with deep gratitude to reflect on the 2023-24 school year. Every aspect of JCS life - from the spiritual formation happening in chapels, to the hopes and dreams realized in classrooms and the lifelong relationships formed among individuals on every campus - each component is a gift from God and the culmination of 60 years of prayer from families like you who believe in our mission and are committed to seeing it flourish!
As we continue through the school year, we move forward with confidence and hope that God will continue to raise up men and women of faith to inspire the next generation of leaders, thinkers, business owners, parents, and community members to walk in Truth. I am reminded of the verse on our crest: “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” ~ III John 4
You have already given us the greatest gift; you have entrusted us with the education of your child, and we take that calling very seriously as a Board of Directors and as a school. The next best gift is this: your partnership. Partnership at JCS is the key to cultivating a Christ-centered culture where we can walk hand-in-hand with you for the development of your child and the future of our community. In every way that you partner with us, whether through Parent University, volunteering on committees, blessing our faculty, participating in a community event, or giving sacrificially, you are an integral part of safeguarding our mission to reach the mind and heart of the next generation.
You have made our school an exceptional place to serve and give. I encourage you to remain in partnership with us through every stage of your child’s development so that we can continue strengthening our mission and growing together. Thank you!
Blessings,
Donald Barnes, Chairman of the Board
ONE MISSION. ONE FUND.
The 2023-2024 Annual Fund
The Jupiter Christian School Annual Fund has been a central part of the community since the school’s founding in 1963, bolstering the annual operating budget to remain accessible to families and retain the highest quality teaching faculty available.
Total Raised: $1,278,687
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Fishing Tournament
Clay Shoot
JCS ANNUAL FUND
A Critical Part of the School’s Operating Budget
The Annual Fund is the funding we use to ensure that your child, and every child, has access to the best educational experience possible. We ask every parent, alumni, employee, and board member to contribute to the Annual Fund to make our mission stronger and leave a legacy for the next generation of leaders in our community.
Your generosity allows us to grow all areas of school life and respond to unforeseen needs and opportunities that may arise. Every gift at every level is an investment in the future of JCS and its graduates.
Your gift makes an impact! Our sincere desire is that donors are moved by the mission of JCS to participate in this important work. When our vision aligns with your God-given passion for the next generation of world-changers, we can make an eternal impact on the Kingdom. The JCS Annual Fund is the perfect opportunity to partner with you and align our shared vision for your child!
FUNDRAISING EVENTS FAMILY, AND FUTURE FAITH,
BUILDING LEGACY PHASE 1
Thanks to your faithful support of the Annual Fund year after year, our Phase 1 projects are complete!
A Tremendous Thank You to the Lovelady Family for the ATC Remodel!
Funded Projects: $1,303,466
Lovelady Athletic Training Center:
- Weight Room Flooring and Equipment
- All-Sport Performance Flooring & Wrestling Mats
- Locker Room and Storage Upgrades
West Campus Gym:
- Roof and Ceiling Repair
- Exterior Building Paint
Pledger Building Exterior Paint
Playground on Mulch Surface
CrisisAlert System and Staff Training
Full-Time Armed Security Personnel
Increased Video Surveillance
East Campus Gate
Updated Door Reinforcements and Locks
THE BEST IS YET TO COME...
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
“Students are being empowered with the Word of Jesus Christ and JCS is helping them to be smart, strong, and powerful young people.“
Mrs. Lisa Chitty
Since 2018, Lisa Chitty has led Jupiter Christian School’s East Campus on Pennock Lane. “What brought me to JCS is the love for the Lord” Lisa states. “It doesn’t get any better than to share the love of Jesus with children and to implant those seeds at a very young age for children to know not only who they are, but whose they are, and be able to empower them to love the Lord. JCS is committed to ensuring that the academics and learning programs provided reach the highest standards.”
Lisa feels that JCS has left a significant mark on the Jupiter community. Ten years from now, she knows that mark will continue to stand strong because JCS is raising some amazing leaders. Students are being empowered with the word of Jesus Christ and JCS is helping them to be smart, strong, and powerful young people.
After 40 plus years of educational administration, Lisa has stepped away from leadership at the East Campus but as she looks to the future, she is confident that the students of today are our leaders of tomorrow. Lisa notes, “It is essential to continue developing, empowering, and then watching them fly. I know that years from now, there will be many children out there leading our community, walking side by side, and helping to impact not only this community but other communities and even the world. JCS is raising young ladies and young men to impact the world for Jesus Christ.”
As an impact partner, Lisa has generously helped to make a difference through The Annual Fund, paving the path to lifelong success and flourishing for students, and safeguarding a lasting legacy for the Jupiter Christian School community. We are grateful for everything Lisa has done for our school!
THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS
We are so grateful to the families who have supported our vision with gifts of $1,000 and above!
*BFT Development, LLC
Blueline Watersports, LLC
Brodner Dentistry
**Centerline, Inc.
Civil Society Brewing Co.
Five Guys Burgers & Fries
Frankel - Ball Realty
Jupiter Air Solutions, LLC
Jupiter Auto Body
**Kids Depot Realty, Inc.
Liberty Coach of Florida, Inc.
Love One Another Foundation, Inc.
Pediatric Dentistry of Jupiter
RGD Consulting Engineers
*Save Our Musicians Foundation
*Southern Eagle Distributing
Surf Fire & Security Systems
*Wall Private Wealth, Inc.
Waterfront Properties
The Allen Family
The Avonda Family
The Baj Family
The Baldwin Family
The Barbee Family
The Barnes Family
The Beauregard Family
The Begg Family
**The Bench Family
The Berry Family
The Bishop Family
The Black Family
The Blue Family
*The Boshammer Family
The Brees Family
The Burk Family
The Burke Family
The Cox Family
The Craddock Family
The Cristantiello Family
The Cunningham Family
The Daniel Dillon Family
*The Mike Dillon Family
The Seth Dillon Family
*The Duke Family
The Chris Dyer Family
The Benjamin Dyer Family
The Marburger Family
The McAlees Family
*The McBroom Family
The McCabe Family
*The Mikolas Family
The Miller Family
The Morrow Family
The Muller Family
The Nassif Family
The Newton Family
The Burnett Family
**The Busch Family
**The Byer Family
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The Chesney Family
The Cishek Family
The Coburn Family
The Cohen Family
The Cook Family
The Cordo Family
The Keuning Family
*The Kinnebrew Family
The Kirn Family
The Klingseisen Family
The Kuzmick Family
*The Lague Family
The Largent Family
The Lee Family
**The Lovelady Family
The Lutz Family
The Osler Family
The Paxson Family
The Payne Family
The Pela Family
The Pierce Family
The Pledger Family
The Prescott Family
The Rendina Family
The Royston Family
The Ruskay Family
The Rykse Family
The Sahm Family
The Samuels Family
The Scanlon Family
The Schonauer Family
The Seefeld Family
The Sharp Family
The Shaw-Gehring Family
The Simmons Family
The Sisca Family
The Solomon Family
The Stein Family
The Teufel Family
The Trimboli Family
The Tripp Family
The Watley Family
The Watson Family
The Randy Webb Family
**The Anthony Webb Family
The Whitney Family
The Whittington Family
**The Wilkinson Family
The Woodcraft Family
The Zapatka Family
The Zuhusky Family
Special thanks to our families who supported our vision with leadership gifts!
*$10,000 **$25,000
BUDGET OVERVIEW
Total Income 2023-2024
$18,945,124
Total Expenditures 2023-2024 $18,870,006
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
“We are optimistic about the future of JCS....and envision physical expansion to better accommodate the growing student body.“
The Chesney Family
The transition to Jupiter Christian School from public school for the Chesney family 3 years ago was an easy one, driven by their desire for a smaller, more intimate faith-based environment for their two boys, Trey (15) and Cameron (13).
Freddy and Kelly Chesney demonstrated their commitment with the first cornerstone gift toward campus improvements. “Kelly and I made the decision to partner with JCS based on the leadership from Dr. Seth Cohen, President, and Mr. Donald Barnes, Chairman of the Board,” Freddy says. “I have known Donald for 20 years. He has been a mentor to me, and when I saw that he and Seth had taken over the leadership roles at JCS, I was all in!”
Looking ahead, Freddy is optimistic about the future of JCS. He hopes the loving culture fostered by the faculty and staff will continue to flourish, as they consistently pour into the students. He also envisions physical expansion to better accommodate the growing student body.
“I am a big fan of the Athletic Program at JCS and would like to see Champion Athletics on a consistent year-to-year basis. I think with some of the things going on in the school, we are well on our way to that,” Chesney notes.
The Chesneys’ dedication to JCS ensures that future generations of students will continue to thrive. They hope that other families will also be encouraged to invest in shaping the future of Jupiter Christian School.
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Mr. Shawn Teufel
Shawn Teufel, JCS Class of 2005, is the Vice President of Family Wealth, Sports and Entertainment at Sykon Capital. He works with families, business owners, and athletes to protect, invest, and preserve their wealth. He shares that Jupiter Christian School prepared him for this role by being a part of our strong Math and Science Magnet program, which grew his love for numbers and science. Initially, Shawn wanted to become a doctor, but God had other plans and is using his story to help others use their resources to grow the Kingdom and glorify Him!
When reflecting about his time at our school, he is most proud of the foundation that JCS created in his life - a firm foundation on Christian principles, allowing Christ to guide and direct his every move. The attributes our institution instilled in him – those of trustworthiness, honesty, and integrity - shape how he approaches and conducts business today. He strives to help families maximize what God has provided with a Biblical foundation.
Shawn, a lifelong athlete, was a part of the JCS team who won the 2005 Baseball District Championship! He went on to play baseball for Liberty University and was drafted in his senior year. He was blessed to play six years with the Detroit Tigers and New York Mets organizations. Shawn was also a part of Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the National Honor Society during his time at JCS. “Looking back”, he notes, “in any type of industry or profession, being open to learn new skills will pay dividends in the future.” He encourages our community to keep making strides to grow in knowledge and add value to other’s lives.
When thinking about student life, he recalls his class as being very competitive. “We motivated each other to strive for excellence and challenged each other to do our best in sports, academics, and in serving our community”, Shawn says. The Class of 2005 was a memorable one and he still enjoys connecting with his fellow JCS Alumni.
Jupiter Christian School has been a tremendous blessing in Shawn’s family’s life. He and his wife, Julie, are excited to see their three daughters grow and develop the same Christian values during their time at our school. Be on the lookout for the Teufel girls playing for the JCS volleyball front line or the girls basketball team or softball team come 2034!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Paving the Road to Lifelong Success
Your annual partnership with Jupiter Christian School strengthens our mission to teach the mind, reach the heart, and inspire servant leaders who are impacting the world for Jesus Christ. Relationships with our sponsors are essential to our shared commitment to educate the next generation of leaders in a nurturing community to excel in life and engage the world.
By choosing to be a sponsor at one of our community fundraising events, you will be entitled to advertising throughout our community at varying levels of prominence per giving tier. Every gift at every level makes a difference and we thank you for being a part of our mission.
Benefits of Sponsoring:
Brand Awareness and Loyalty: As a close and tight-knit community, branding your company with JCS is a great way for us to help you by promoting your business among like-minded local families. Through sponsorship with us, your logo and company information may be accessible to families on our website, on campus, on social media, on printed materials, and at our community events (varies based on sponsorship level and intent).
Long-Term Impact: By supporting our mission, you are contributing to the long-term development of future leaders and innovators. You help provide resources that enhance the learning environment, fostering academic achievement and personal growth for students.
Tax Benefits: Sponsorships at JCS are tax-deductible, providing
financial benefits while supporting our faculty and students. We are a 501c3 tax-exempt charitable organization. Please retain a copy of receipt for your records.
