Wingspan Gratitude Edition | 2017

Gratitude WINGSPAN

M O U N T PA R A N C H R I S T I A N S C H O O L

2017 / VOLUME XII / ISSUE 1

Annual Report 2016-2017

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B OARD OF TRUS TEES L IFETI M E DON OR S O C IE T Y L EADI N G THROUGH SE R V IC E F IN ANCI ALS A NN UAL F UND S PECI AL GI FTS C A PI TAL CAM PAI GN G EORGI A GOAL V O LUN TE E RS

MISSION: Providing academic excellence in a Christ-centered environment, Mount Paran Christian School unites with home and church to prepare servant-leaders to honor God, love others, and walk in Truth. VISION: Mount Paran Christian School will become the exemplary Christian school in the Atlanta area as defined by the development of Christ-centered servantleaders and quality academic preparation. COVER: Nathaniel Raeder (senior), George Raeder, Retired Colonel USAF (father), Selina Raeder, former Staff Sergeant USAF (mother).

GRATITUDE Winter 2017, Volume XII, Issue 1 published annually for families and friends of Mount Paran Christian School. PUBLISHER Dr. David Tilley EDITOR Tiffany Westbrook DESIGNER Tyler Shores ASSISTANT EDITORS Pam Copeland, Mickie Roberts CONTRIBUTORS Paula Deiters, George Ethridge, Cindy Gibbs, Jennifer New, Nathaniel Raeder, Dr. David Tilley PHOTOGRAPHERS Jamie Bogner, Tyler Shores, Tiffany Westbrook © Mount Paran Christian School 1275 Stanley Road, Kennesaw, GA 30152, 770-578-0182 www.mtparanschool.com

F ROM THE HE ADMA S TER It is our pleasure to introduce you to this year’s “Gratitude” issue of our school’s magazine, Wingspan.

This publication provides a small glimpse into the many people who support the mission and programs of Mount Paran Christian School. The generosity of these people allows MPCS to continue providing exemplary academic, arts, and athletic opportunities for our students, all to the greater glory of God. Before thanking our benefactors, it is right and appropriate to acknowledge that all gifts come from a loving and faithful Father from whose desire this school was formed and from whose loving care it has existed for 41 years. All praise and honor to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. May we all continue to serve Him well in this Kingdom work.

Many people have contributed financial resources to MPCS programs: from faculty and staff, to major foundations and donors; from parents and grandparents, to alumni and their parents. Without the strong and energetic support from these broad constituency groups, the outstanding work that is being done on this campus day in and day out would not be possible. The fact that 91% of our parents, 100% of our faculty and staff, and 100% of our Board of Directors contributed to our Annual Fund reflects a solid and unwavering commitment to the transformational work of MPCS. Every gift, no matter the size, has a profound impact on the school’s ability to grow spiritually mature and intellectually prepared servant-leaders.

Also, allow us to acknowledge the work of the parent volunteers and staff members without whose work these efforts would not be successful. Thanks to Dr. Fred and Kaye Long for leading a group of dedicated parents on the 2016-2017 Annual Fund Committee, and to alumni parents, Dale and Cindy Hughes, and their capital campaign co-chairs, David and Brittney Bottoms, for their work on our Imagine Tomorrow campaign.

We are grateful to the many volunteers who serve alongside and behind the scenes with these leaders. These efforts are led by our dedicated development team of Jennifer New, Cindy Gibbs, and Paula Deiters.

On behalf of the school’s leadership team and the Board of Trustees, we want to express our sincere appreciation to everyone who has contributed to MPCS and to those who lead the efforts. We know that all good gifts come from our Father in heaven who has been faithful beyond our ability to dream or imagine. May God continue to bless you and your families!

For His glory,

David W. Tilley, Ed. D.

George Ethridge

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OA R D O F T R U S TEES Mount Paran Christian School is grateful for the amazing men and women who faithfully serve on our Board of Trustees, who truly work to uphold the calling and the mission of Mount Paran Christian School. We are grateful for their strength in leadership, depth of wisdom, and prayerful servant hearts.

George Ethridge, Chair

Keith Johnson

Dr. Susan Banke

Andy Davenport

Angie Davis

Nelson Geter

Bob Jimenez

Cindy Rainey

Dr. Josh Rice

Kathy Schwaig

David Sheffield

Michelle Stubbs

WITH A BRIGHT FUTURE AHEAD FOR MPCS, WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR GOD’S CONTINUED BLESSINGS AS THEY SKILLFULLY LEAD OUR SCHOOL IN THIS COMMUNITY OF BELIEVERS.

DR. STANLEY WRINKLE

will be remembered as a godly man who was devoted to his family, his church, and his community. His life was dedicated to education and to serving others. He faithfully served the MPCS community as a Board member, Chairman of the Governance Committee, and Vice Chair from 2009-2017. He was dearly loved by all who knew him.

What a beautiful example of a life well lived for the kingdom of God. Our prayers continue to be with his wife Kaydell and the Wrinkle family.

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LI F E T I ME D O N O R S O CIETY WE WANT TO ESPECIALLY RECOGNIZE AND EXTEND OUR DEEPEST APPRECIATION TO THESE DONORS, WHOSE PHILANTHROPY HAS R E A C H E D A N EXTR A O R D INA RY LEV EL. YO UR I N VEST MEN T S HAVE TRANSCENDED TIME AND TRANSFORMED MPCS.

Anonymous (2) David and Brittney Bottoms Matt and Mary Burton CKS Packaging, Inc. The Cooper Family Don Dozier George and Alecia Ethridge David and Lea Fisher Neal and Beth Freeman Graham Family Foundation Greg and Suzy Hogle Dale and Cindy Hughes Bob and Linda Hunt Janas Family Foundation Reynold and Patsy Jennings Keith and Paige Johnson

Jack and Barbara Knox Meurice and Peggy LeFevre Ron and Lisa Mulkey Stuart and Eulene Murray Foundation Narwhal Capital Management, LLC Tim and Jennifer Oswald Pete and Janet Petit R. F. Knox Co., Inc. Charles and Cathy Sewell Tip Top Poultry, Inc. Mike and Kim Watt Dave and Tina Weber Ross and Tiffany Westbrook Dale Yake Emily Yake

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LEADING THROUGH S “I AM VERY THANKFUL THAT PEOPLE HAVE I NVESTED THEIR RESOURCES SO THAT I COULD STAY AT MPCS. PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO GIVE KIDS THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE BLESSED BY ALL THAT MOUNT PARAN HAS TO OFFER.” – NATHANIEL RAEDER, CLASS OF 2018

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BY CINDY GIBBS, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

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ongratulations to Senior, Nathaniel Raeder, for his acceptance into the United States Naval Academy and a scholarship to play on the Navy men’s lacrosse team. During the eight years Nathaniel has attended MPCS, he has been actively involved in sports, specifically football and lacrosse. His primary sport is and always has been lacrosse. Even as a sixth grader, his dream was “to one day play lacrosse for a college team.” During the summer of his freshman year, the Naval Academy approached him with that very opportunity. His response was an emphatic “Yes!” and he has been on track to fulfill this dream ever since. Off the field, Nathaniel demonstrates servant-leadership through the 11:1 Effect and PMI (Peer Mentoring Initiative) programs at MPCS. He is also a Beta Club member and plays guitar with the high school chapel band.

“Both of my parents have served in the United States Air Force, so the military has always been a big part of my life. It was an honor for me to represent and carry the Navy flag at our recent Veterans Day chapel. As a senior this year, it was especially memorable for me to be able to MPCS Veterans Day Chapel celebration celebrate this occasion with both of my parents in attendance.”

When asked how Mount Paran has influenced his life, he shared these inspiring words: “When I was in sixth grade, the Air Force moved my dad to Florida and he was stationed there for four years. This caused a huge unexpected financial burden on our family. Without the generosity of loving and supportive families at this school, I would not have been able to experience this amazing Christian education, as well as all of the teachers, staff, opportunities, and facilities that Mount Paran has to offer. More importantly, I never would have met the God-honoring male role models and coaches who have impacted my life in so many ways. I am the young man I am today because of my time at Mount Paran. I encourage MPCS students to take advantage of every opportunity they are given. There are great faculty members and staff who want to pour into your lives and invest in your future. Work hard and dream big!” W

SERVICE

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Financials The MPCS Financial and Development Summaries are provided to inform our school community about the financial success and responsibilities of our school. Information reported here is from the 2016-2017 fiscal year beginning July 1, 2016 and ending June 30, 2017.*

F I NANCI A L S U M M A RY for fiscal year 2016-2017

PARTICIPATION IN ANNUAL FUND

ALL GIVING TO MPCS Annual Fund Imagine Tomorrow Capital Campaign Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program (2017 tax year) Restricted Giving (various “special gifts”)

PARTICIPATION IN ANNUAL FUND

TOTAL GIVING

TRUSTEE 100%

$583,429.32 $1,110,350.00 $288,118.00 STAFF 100% $592,953.80

$2,574,851.12 PARENTS 91%

TRUSTEE 100%

SOURCE OF FUNDS 2% INVESTMENT INCOME 2% STUDENT/PARENT FUNDRAISING

STAFF

100%

USE OF FUNDS 2% FINANCIAL AID

PARENTS 91%

8% STUDENT ACTIVITI

3% RENTAL, AUXILARY, AND OTHER INCOME 7% GIFTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS SOURCE OF FUNDS 86% TUITION AND FEES 2% INVESTMENT INCOME 2% STUDENT/PARENT FUNDRAISING

14% DEBT EXPENSES

USE OF FUNDS

17% OPERATIONAL EXP

59% INSTRUCTIONAL E 2% FINANCIAL AID

8% STUDENT ACTIVITIES/SERVICES

3% RENTAL, AUXILARY, AND OTHER INCOME

14% DEBT EXPENSES

7% GIFTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

17% OPERATIONAL EXPENSES

86% TUITION AND FEES

59% INSTRUCTIONAL EXPENSES

*Unaudited 6/30/17 financials as of 9/10/17 report.

Increased instructional spending and accelerated debt retirement continued in 2016-2017. Capital campaign pledges and gifts increased. Rental, investment, and other income increased. Other than a 6% shift from administrative to instructional percentages, the use of funds remained fairly consistent.

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BY LEVEL

PARTICIPA

parent participation per school

PARTICIPATION IN ANNUAL FUND

75%

TRUSTEE 100%

PRESCHOOL

PARENT PARTICIPTION 92% through the past 10 years

MIDDLE SCHOOL

STAFF

91%

94%

BY LEVEL

100%

parent participation per school

87%

84%

SOURCE OF FUNDS

92%

USE OF FUNDS

BY THE NUMBERS

2%

Annual Fund statistics

RENTAL, AUXILARY, AND OTHER INCOME

$683

BY THE NUMBERS

LEADERSHIP LEVEL GIFTS ($2,500+)

Annual Fund statistics

PARENT PARTICIPTION

70%

TOTAL DONORS

60%

40%

52%

50%

819

$683 70

87%

80%

AVERAGE GIFT

84%

TOTAL GIFTS

83%

3,608

90%

91%

through the past 10 years

82%

70

59% INSTRUCTIONAL EXPENSES

PARENT PARTICIPATION

819

STUDENT/PARENT FUNDRAISING

LOWER SCHOOL

55%

TOTAL DONORS

HIGH SCHOOL

EXPENSESTUITION AND FEES 17% OPERATIONAL 86%

AVERAGE GIFT

TOTAL2013 GIFTS 2014 2015 2016 2017 008 2009 2010 2011 2012

TUITION AND FEES

2% INVESTMENT INCOME

94% FINANCIAL AID 2%

83%

3,608 GIFTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

MIDDLE SCHOOL

3% RENTAL, AUXILARY, AND OTHER 8% STUDENT ACTIVITIES/SERVICES 99%7% GIFTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS 14% DEBT EXPENSES

STUDENT/PARENT FUNDRAISING

61%

55%

52%

OF FUNDS

INVESTMENT INCOME

75%

PRESCHOOL

LOWER SCHOOL

76%

83%

83%

76%

PARENTS 91%

99%

61%

82%

HIGH SCHOOL

LEADERSHIP LEVEL GIFTS ($2,500+)

30% 20% 10%

FISCAL YEAR END 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

NOTE: This annual report reflects contributions made 7/1/16 through 6/30/17, coinciding with our fiscal year. Gifts made during the current school year will be reflected in the next annual report. Every effort has been made to provide transparent and accurate information. If you do notice an inaccuracy, please notify Jennifer New in the Development Office and accept our deepest apology. This donor listing and financial report reflects gifts processed through the development office only. Fundraisers and memberships typically are not processed through development and, therefore, are not included in the reported numbers.

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Annual Fund

thank y FOR YOUR PRAYERS AND CONTINUED PARTNERSHIP WITH MPCS

Annual Fund gifts are an essential part of supporting the mission of Mount Paran Christian School. They provide the very things that most likely determined your choice to send your child to MPCS: small classes, exemplary teachers, exceptional offerings in exploratory subjects, more personal attention with individualized student learning, an unapologetically Christian environment, and so much more. We are sincerely grateful to the following contributors who made a gift to Annual Fund in the 2016-2017 school year.

EVERY GIFT IS CELEBRATED, APPRECIATED, AND HELPS US ADVANCE THIS KINGDOM WORK. SPECIAL THANKS to the 2016-2017 Annual Fund Parent Committee Tommy and Lauren Sinowski (PK3) Ryan and Lindsay Kauffman (PK4) Adam and Jennifer Everett (K) Thomas and Stephanie McGill (grade 1) Mike and Michelle Gilmore (grade 2) Dustin and Ann Tipton (grade 3) Fred and Kaye Long (grade 4), Chairs Greg and Janice Chastain (grade 5)

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Jonathan and Tiffany Hollis (grade 6) Scott and Teisha Ault (grade 7) Tim and Deidre Norton (grade 8) Kevin and Jan Flowers (grade 9) David and Kim Epps (grade 10) Tim and Jennifer Oswald (grade 11) Andy and Tina Piper (grade 12)

2016-2017 ANNUAL FUND GIVING GIFTS DATED: 7/1/16 – 6/30/17

you Founders’ Circle CKS Packaging, Inc. Charles and Cathy Sewell

Headmaster’s Circle

Anonymous (1) AIG Matching Grants Program David and Brittney Bottoms Josh and Caroline Janas Bradford Glenn and Alice Brock Matt and Mary Burton Justin and Melanie Janas Elgin George and Alecia Ethridge Ted and Peggy Green Greg and Suzy Hogle Janas Family Foundation Steve and Julia Janas Gary and AbbyGail Keappler Michael and Carol Miller Narwhal Capital Management, LLC Rick and Lisa Perez Pat and Becki Shannon

Principals’ Circle Todd and Kelly Barton Mel and Barb Bokhoven Mark and Leigh Caffrey Greg and Janice Chastain

Coca-Cola Foundation Matching Gift Program Colgate-Palmolive Matching Gift Program David and Naomi Crompton Kevin and Lisa Hofmann Home Depot Foundation Robert and Nancy Jansen Tim and Angela Leveridge Matthew Miller Mickey and Helen Newsome Andy and Tina Piper Jeremy and Brenda Richard Seasons 4, Inc. Joe and Gloria Sewell Lewis and Joyce Watford Steve Watford

Belltower Level

Anonymous (2) Jason and Tewana Bohn Gary and Shaunda Brooks Andrew and Corban Crain David and Lea Fisher General Electric Mark and Nikki Graham Garrett and Carly Harvey Scott and Kristen Jenschke Scott and Pam Keller Craig and Patti Lee Fred and Kaye Long Byron and Julianne Long Eric and Amy Love Patrick and Brandi Mathieu Ray and Myra Miller Brian and Mary Moll Stephen and Kelly Moss Tim and Jennifer Oswald David Owens David and Kristen Pyle Kevin and Michelle Rostowsky Mike and Kat Schwaig Philip and Debra Smothers Dick and Kris Spain Michael and Jeri Sute David and Jennifer Van de Vate Michael and Jolie Weber Kevin and Beth Westerhouse Dale Yake Emily Yake

Eagles’ Circle

Anonymous (2) Richard and Evelyn Allen Paul and Renee Armstrong Nicole Ashe Miguel and Rachel Ayoub Tommy and Lauren Balas Rusty and Andrea Batch Charles and Yvette Beckett Dave and Donna Bennett Horace and Lyn Bennett Bill and Sheron Bolen Ryan and Tina Cantwell Cantwell Consulting Group, LLC Brad and Christy Carroll Eric and Beverly Cavaciuti Todd and Joy Chambley Andy and Michelle Davenport Chuck and Deborah Davis John and Rhonda Davis Delta Air Lines Foundation Eric and Julie Duncan Steve and Janet Fisher Mike and Michelle Gilmore Mike and Tammy Guelfo Quinn and Kathy Hall Scott and Ashley Hankins Chris and Tammie Hanson Jacques and Kim Herring Todd and America Hewatt Jonathan and Tiffany Hollis Kwamina and Yacoba Hudson Tunde and Bola Idowu Brian and Susan Johnstone Andrew and Ashley Jones Chad and Katie Keel Ric and Niki Kimball Chad and Kim Kuhlman Mary Pat Lacy Chip and April Lake Michael and Christin Lott Matt and Hope Manning Jim and Christine Marvel Steve and Shannon McCune Jimmy and Linda Miller Eric and Stephanie Mosley Mike and Beth Mulqueen Bill and K.K. Petit Mike and Suzanne Poppe David and Julie Porter Joel and Ellen Pugh Greg and Lee Alison Rable WINGSPAN | Gratitude 2017 11

Annual Fund 2016-2017 ANNUAL FUND GIVING GIFTS DATED: 7/1/16 – 6/30/17

Thomas and Cindy Rainey Thom and Julie Ray Gary and Cindy Reynolds Greg and Laura Robinson David and Darla Rubalcava David and Ruth Russ Randy and Bonnie Ryan David and Debbie Sheffield Keith and Angie Smith Dan and Lisa Spinetto Seth and Sondi Spurlock Mickey and Alina Stevens Marvin and Michelle Stubbs Philip and Katie Surgala Jay and Denise Swanson Linda Terry David and Angie Tilley Matt and Arlynn Van Paepeghem Shawn and Jill Vaughan Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching Gift Program

Cottage Club

Anonymous (4) Robert and Amy Adam Joe and Kim Addison AEE Productions Malcolm and Kim Arrington Baird and Baird Family Dentistry, P.C. Thad and Karen Baird Tony and Julie Baute Kevin and Amy Bell Jason and Donna Bowman Cary and Lynne Brague Tim and Therese Braman West and Heather Brothers Brent and Carla Brown Rob and Carole Chaput Cameron and Jamie Clayton Cobb County Tractor Co. Jason and Angela Coleman Ronald and Andrea Coleman David and Tara Crace CSX Transportation Shawn and Angie Davis Wesley and Janice Debnam Mike and Mindy Dixon Hank and Sabrina Dobbs Keith and Cherie Dunn Greg and Debbie Dyer

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Melinda Edwards Linton and Hart Elliott David and Kim Epps Joby and Lisa Ferary Kevin and Jan Flowers Edward Fredette Neal and Beth Freeman Chris and Susan Ginter Aaron and Deborah Gwinner Sean and Regina Hamilton Jules and Martine Harper Gabriel and Dana Hester Kirk and Christy Hewling Joey and Dana Hipps Michael and Kathy Howren Bob and Julie Jimenez Brad Johnson Keith and Paige Johnson Mike and Anne Jones Ryan and Lindsay Kauffman Ken’s Fitness, Inc. Brady and Jill Knight Mark and Amy Kraieski John and Tina Kroske Evans and Priscilla Kyei-Nimako Marcus and Deb Ligon Daniel and Paige Lochridge Suan Logan Andy and Patti Marino Alenka and Shameka McElhaney Microsoft Matching Gift Program Tim and Deidre Norton Walter and Susan Odhiambo Dave and Whitney Olmore Dillon and Tracy Overton Raul and Sandra Oyola Mike and Valerie Parham Robert and Emilie Parsons Kim Patterson William and Charlotte Poteet Clayton and Marianne Ramsey James and Katy Rogers Joe and Cari Roman Andy and Trixie Roukoski Richard and Christy Ruppel Kevin and Tawanna Rusk Paul and Julie Sabella Buddy and Somer Satterfield Satterfield & Associates Todd and Laura Schuessler Robert and Gina Shea Curtis and Lisa Shoch

Larry Terry United Technologies Matching Gifts Program Rick Tyler Glenn and Susan Wheaton Doug and Tammy Wils Dennis and April Winslow Stanley and Kaydell Wrinkle

Cabin Club

Anonymous (3) John and Michelle Abel Jonathan and Jana Adams Keven and Erika Adams Michael and Holly Akins Dave and Carol Armitage Mark and Karen Bean Ryan and Tasha Blane Steve and Heidi Bohlmann Andres and Vanessa Bolivar John and Jill Braswell Sean and Lan Breckley Tommy and Anissa Brown Ken and Kris Brown Wayne Brown Todd and Katy Brumbelow Steve and Lori Cannon Clay and Ellen Carmack Michael and Deanna Carter Chris and Gena Cochran Rick and Pam Copeland John and Sharon Crisp Michael and Paula Deiters Scott and Candace DeLong Scott DeLong’s Auto Service 32 Dental Aldo and Katie Felix Andy and Catherine Floam Luther and Patricia Fors John and Misty Fountain Brock and Kelly Fredette Rob Friess Charles and Jerri Gakumo Mark and Mindy Garrett Glenn and Barbara Gatipon Shaun and Mary Gatipon Jerry and Cindy Gibbs Going Green Horticultural, LLC Barbara Griffith Scott and Jenny Hale Jules Harper & The Four Walls Group - Keller Williams Realty

Jon and Emily Haygood Anthony and Ronnie House Mike and Jacey Howren Brandon and Christal Huft Steve and Sheri Ingram Mitch and Neysa Jordan Jonathan and Malissa Kemp Brian and Holle Kennerly Joe and Erin Kerley Matt and Jennifer Kilgo Armond and Shimyra Knowles Jan Kormann Matt and Heidi Kormann Darin Kraetsch Laurie Kraetsch Land’s End, Inc. Trevor and Karen Leonard Earl and Lori Leonard Ralph and Ina Martin Brad and Terry Matthaidess Kathleen McCook Thomas and Stephanie McGill Billy and Leigh Miles David and Ann Mitchell David and Stefanie Moore Eric and Kelly Moran Jessica Morin Kenneth and Vanessa Morris Kevin and Jennifer New Mark and Janie Niswonger David and Betsey Norton John and Julie Osterland Leif and Erika Owen

Gerry and Dorothy Parada Stefan and Kathleen Passantino Sean and Shannon Perren Felton and Rachel Perry Stephen and Karen Pitts Terry Pugh Pat and Karen Reardigan Wes and Pam Reel Dan and Kristin Ribley Scott and Jessica Robbins Gil and Jaime Russell Salesforce Matching Grants David and Judy Sanchez Jerry and Phyllis Schwab Carl and Bonnie Schwan Paul and Kim Severn Jodi Sewell Bill and Lori Silinskie Doug and Becky Singleton Rodney and Elizabeth Slone Wade and Ami Stephens Stiles Holdings, Inc. Terra Safe Safety Surfacing, Inc. Mark and Randi Terry Ford and Kerrie Thigpen Dustin and Ann Tipton Walter and Cynthia Trammell Rigo and Angela Vangarelli Jim and Amy Watts Joan Weindorfer Mike and Ginger Williams Rebecca Williams Craig and Jana Wilson

Lake Level

Anonymous (6) BJ and Parri Abbott AbbVie Employment Engagement Fund Dayton and Mary Ann Adams Deborah Adams John and Betsy Adamson Jere and Gwen Akin Carey and Traci Akin Jason and Angel Allen AmazonSmile Foundation Apex Endodontics, P.C. Mark and Jeanne Atencio Rob and Laura Baars Durema Bacchus Rick and Tina Baker Joe and Courtney Barbito Kevin and Karen Barlow Brantley and Hannah Basinger Birdie Bassett Peter and Amanda Baubles Michael and Molly Baum Jason Beard Wanda Beeler Logan and Jessica Beer Jeff and Karen Benson Vic and Rebecca Bishop Stephen and Jan Blackburn John and Linda Blom Laura Bohanon Bill and Robin Bolen

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Annual Fund Chuck and Diane Bolen Bray and Jane Bonner Rhett and Ali Bonner Bart and Melissa Boyd Harold and Bonnie Breckley Jason and Heather Brian Joel and Kathy Bridges Chip Bright Robert and Eleanor Brogan Todd and Jeanine Brogan Eric and Jennifer Brown Larkland and Roni Brown Chris and Laura Brown Scott and Jill Brown David and Malin Brown Mike and Katie Brown

Gregory and Selina Chancy Jon and Jennie Chandler Willie and Linda Chrisp Wanda Clancy Dustin and Ashley Cochran Britt and Maki Cottingham Dan and Ann Cox Michael and Lisa Cox Sandy Cox Jeffrey and Brittani Crocker Kevin and Stephanie Cunane Jeff and LeAnn Curtis Steve and Joyce Dark Derek and Amee Davis Richard and Brenda Deal Michael and Beverly Devaney

Adam and Jennifer Everett Scott and Julie Farley Sara Farmer Nic and Shanna Fields Steve and Amanda Finch Richie and Jodee Foster Shane and Jodi Foster Oliver and Michelle France Mark and Sloane Frazer Jim and Clio Friedewald Mike and Cheryl Galanos Phillip and Shannon Galbreath Richard and Laura Gardner Chad and Natalie Gasque Phil and Bridget Gatcha Skip and Jennifer Gilcrease

Dave and Kristi Bruton Kerry and Debra Buchan Matthew and Shannon Buehler Jonathan and Emily Bunn Rob Burnett Donnie and Teresa Burton Justin and Victoria Butler Barry and Paige Butler Casey and Chrissy Camp Lee and Denise Castro Denise Castro, CPA Clint and Jocelyn Cetti Todd and Dorothy Chaffee

Rob and Donna DeVaux Mark and Kimberly Dockins Bette Jane Domurat Eric and Stephanie Downey Tyler and Natalie Driggers Charles Droege Tim and Wanda Droege Scott and Judith Ebert Barron and Julie Elleby Rick and Tonetta Ellis Len and Rebecca Empie Empress Elite Limousine Thomas and Nancy Estes

Gina Gilmore Thomas and Sue Gilmore Sherri Gordon Ben and Mary Gribble Tab and Elin Griffin Barbara Griffith Justin and Suzanne Hamer Sandy Hamilton Greg and Lisa Hammonds John and Malena Hankins Alan and Deonna Hanley Larry and Kelly Hardeman Blair and Sarah Harrell

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GIFTS DATED: 7/1/16 – 6/30/17

Trae and Katie Harrison Al and Lisa Hartley Rhett and Cindy Hartzog Larry and Patti Harvey Paul and Jett Hatch Peter and Christina Hawkins John and Heather Hayman Joel and Lindsey Hazard Ben and Hayley Hedrick Jay and Kate Henderson Korey and Amy Henkle Dwight and Lisa Hicks Ralph and Sheryl Hicks Trey and Tiffany Hicks John and Sandra Hill Mike and Margarita Hill Trey Holm Molly Holm Ryan and Jill Hooley Jason and Pam Hough Kip and Shannon Howard Robby and Kristy Hubbard Scott and Schelli Hutchinson David and Donnalea Hutchinson Kazuo Inouye Bradley and Virginia Johnson Joe and Rebecca Johnson Mark and Mitzi Johnson Chad and Kim Jones Cooper and Lindy Jones Chris and Maire Kahley Al Kalichak Darrell and Jane Kalichak John and Racheal Kayal Kayal Dermatology & Skin Cancer Specialist Jeff and Kristen Kelly Brandt and Libby Kessler Burnie King Jared and Donna Klewein Eddie and Cori Kozak Terry and Laure Kraker Eric and Barbara Kuckhoff Michael and Nancy Lane Eric and Susan Laton Mark and Stephanie Lee Joan LeMahieu Jason and Hannah Levitt Denny and Kim Lim David and Marla Litz Brion and Susan Lock Jeff and Wendy Locke Phil and Laurel Loria

2016-2017 ANNUAL FUND GIVING Dominic and Wendy Losacco Barry and Tammy Lovern Billy and Julie Lugar Jeff and Viola Lussier Bear Mahon Tye and Angela Marr Pam Marr Allen and Lynn Massey Paul and Mauri Mateychak Raymond and Lenora Maxwell Sean and Donna McCoy Chris Mckee Tate and Meredith McKee Walter McKee Allen and Laura Lea McKinney Hank McLarty Tim and Heidi McLean David and Beth Meyer Victor and Julia Miltiades Scott and Lydia Minear Tim and Roxy Moering Paul and Tiffany Montaperto John and Kelly Moore Kim and Sabrina Moore Bill and Sandra Moran David and Amanda Morgan John and Carol Moriarty Mike and Lorraine Morin Tony and Holly Morris Erroll and Lavon Morrow Union and Ella Morrow Todd and Tamara Moschner Bill and Cindy Moultrie Markus and Ruth Mueller Rodney and Shirley Mundy Chad and Jamie Murphy Tom and Amanda Mutz Matt and Angie Nasrallah Mathew G Nasrallah, PC Danny and Hillary Nichols Norfolk Southern Corporation Trust Account Jeff and Amanda Oakes Tim and Cheri O’Connor Stephen and Kendra Odom Brady and Angela Ojibway Brian and Mary O’Neil David and Cindy Orso Olaniyi and Renee Osofisan Chuck and Angel Paas Sam and Linda Parker Robert and Beth Parsons Leon and Judy Partain

Bart and Vickie Perez Jim and Suzanne Perry Rita Petrowicz Ric and Jamie Phipps Marty and Cris Preston Maria Priestly Steve and Cathy Pritchard Brad and Karen Raymer Christian and Suzanne Raynor Kyle and Christina Reese Matt and Kathy Reeves David and Beverley Reid Patrick and Lynnette Reid Gus and Amanda Reyna Kyle and Erin Richardson Greg and Jill Richoux Rudy and Collette Riley Ava Rivers John and Mickie Roberts David and Maria Roberts Don and Lois Roberts Herb and Connie Robinson Mary Robinson Cesar and Anita Rodriguez Jeff and Bonnie Roginsky Steve and Christine Ross Tim and Piper Ross Griffith Roukoski Investments Mike and Margie Rowan KC and Amy Rowe Andrew and Marybeth Rubinacci Jeffery and Kim Ruff Rob and Cindy Rule John and Gigi Rymut Chris and Misty Saldi Ron and Gina Sbravati Matt and Mandy Schaltenbrand Andrea Schmidt Katie and Jeff Schwab Scott and Amy Schwan Artie Scott Frankie Scott Richard and Christy Searle John and Karen Sess Frank and Robyn Settlemyer Alison Sheehan Rico and Angela Short Bradley and Crysta Smith David and Lori Smith Michael and Elise Snider Carmen Soto Michael and Jodi Stallings Warren and Theresa Stang WINGSPAN | Gratitude 2017 15

Annual Fund 2016-2017 ANNUAL FUND GIVING GIFTS DATED: 7/1/16 – 6/30/17

Larry and Samantha Stenger Joshua and Bonnie Stephens Russ and Jenica Stephens Brian and Angie Strack SunTrust Foundation Matching Gift Program Steve and Aileen Szabo Craig and Kristi Thomas Wade and Angela Torp Trinity Unlimited Group Gary and Martha Troutman Lisa Turner Richard and Ruby Tyler Brian and Stacey Vann Scott and Amanda Varner Brian and Jill Varnes Robb and Nikki Verna Joan Vernail Troy and Kaye Walden Walden Appraisal Services, Inc. Waste Management Greg and Erica Watford Tanya Watford Mark and Michelle Watkins Mike and Kim Watt Wes Watt Greg and Holly Weaver Phillip and Kathy Welch Tom and Nikole West Stella White Cam and Alison Wilbur Caroline Wilde Mark Wilde Art and Kim Wilder Ken and Gwen Williams Young and Meagan Williams Bryan and Jennifer Wilson Chad and Angie Wilson David Wilson Jamie and Monica Wingler Mike and Christine Woods Tim and Jackie Wymer

Friends

Anonymous (3) James Addison Wes Anderson Bryan and DeSchell Anderson Charles and Elizabeth Annan Constantine and Heather Arnold Scott and Teisha Ault Mark Bacchus 16 WINGSPAN | Gratitude 2017

Ramon and Chelsea Bargallo Irvin and Jennifer Barnett Christopher Bethel Jeff and Jennifer Bethel Ronald and Wanda Bethel Timothy and Kristen Bland Ryan and Rose Bloodworth John and Jen Bonn Jay and Angie Boston Keith and Tracey Boyer Jeff and Frances Brooks Steve and Susan Brown Alex and Erika Brown, III Brandon and Brittany Browne Kim Burnett Jeff and Jennifer Capen Elizabeth Carroll Brian and Jamie Case Dennis and Joyce Coffee Josh and Sarah Cole Jim and Beth Cole Scott and Robin Condra Steve and Andrea Conklin Tyler Conn Gurdon and Andi Counts Robert and Julia Crittenden Chris and Tara Cumberland Daniel and Fanny Dadzie Jake and Rosa Daughtry George and Beth Davis Michael and Dana DelMastro Mike and Jill Dennis Kevin and Susan Denton John and Kristy Dodson Bryant and Bonnie Dromey Randall and Jenna Dunson Julian and Nikki Duroe Sarah Eller Matt and Kathryn Ely Ronny and Denise Estes Mark and Niki Faith Aaron and Jennie Farrant Andy and Angela Feldman David and Jenn Fitzpatrick Billy Flood Demetrius and Chonta Flowers James and Rebecca Ford Keith and Julie Foust Jesse and Cristian Franklin Don and Barbara Frick Janet Fulbright Wesley Fulbright

Ray and Leanne Galloway Jimmie and Lynn Galtier Josh and Karibeth Gentry Sean Gibbon Kevin Giralt Tony and Alice Gravett Tom and Dana Gray Jim and Heather Greenhaw Susan Gribble Sharron Hamilton Donald and Erin Hansil Henry and Janice Harrell William and Lesley Hays Mark and Kristy Helms Gary and Ruth Henderson Juli Hibbs Lane and Marci Holland Donald and Trici Holmes John and Jennifer Hooker Joseph and Corinne Howell Monica Hughes Rodney and Ronda Hunt Sheila Jackson Mark and Connie Jennings Mark and Amy Johnson CJ and Mercedes Johnson Kevin and Hope Johnson BJ and Carrie Jones John and Jennifer Jones Joseph Jordan Scott and Kimbrell Kimbrough Hyl Kimbrough Adam and Megan King Josh and Hillary King John and Christye Kingston Kenn and Heather Kington Karl and Robin Kirkman Larry and Donna Konieczny Jamie and Ansley Koza Vanessa Kress Reggie and Misty LaGrone Reid and Ruth Lambert Jennifer Laminack Warren and Toni Landrum Justin and Marianna Lane Jack and Kimberly LaPrad Lindsay Larkin LHE, Inc. Greg and Tracy Lavender Lavender Custom Travel Morton Levey Jon and Mary Margaret Lewis

Jeremy and Rachel Lindsey Sam Little Caroline Lochridge Keith and Jennifer Lynch Christy Mahon Brent and Lindsey Maloney

Michael and Karri Redman Chris and Cassandra Reich Mike and Andrea Reid Adam and Kathryn Renzi Josh and Johnna Rice Bill and Cindy Richards

Emmett and Catina Taliaferro Emmett Taliaferro Heather and Robert Thompson Marcus and Denise Thrower Blake Trenary Brian and Mandy Tucker

Jeff and Cindy Martin Brian and Tammy Mazur Gene and Emily McKay Greg and Sherri McLeroy Mark and Patty McWhorter Dan and Meta Merrett Sidney and Lisa Montgomery Ginny Moore Kaylin Moran Jan Mote Justin and Thea Nelson Steve and Sharon Odom Carolyn Ormsby Gunar and Janice Overbeck Nik and Sham Palomaki Andre and Nicolle Parent Jonas and Lindsey Perez Greg and Briana Phillips Steve and Lucy Polemitis Kirk and Kathleen Pratt Charlie and Leslie Pulley Steve and Megan Pulley Charles and Teresa Redd

Mitchell and June Ridgeway Scott and Jessica Robbins Laurie Robillard Mark and Antoinette Robinson Jessica Rousseau Scott Rutherford John and Phyllis Ryerse Ryan Schultz Brent and Robin Scott Bobby and Rachel Shogren Bill and Jennifer Simpson Sheryl Sims Tommy and Lauren Sinowski Lee and Heather Beth Smith Dustin and Nikki Smith Jason and Shelly Smith Ronson and Ladona Smith Kelsey and Lindsay Sparks Chris and Susan Spruill Brent and Sarah Stephens Jamey and Katherine Stiltz Chris and Jen Stone Keith and Kathy Stroup

Nicole Tucker Scott and Cindy Tucker Tracy and Amy Tyler Marcus and Kristi Underwood Clay Van de Vate Tom and Melinda Vigna Jamie and Nicole Walker Jason and Shawn Warren Cynthia Watson Nikki Webber Mike and Sonya Weber Carrie Welch Lisa Whitfield Chris and Leigh Whitmire Jamie Wilbur Eddie and Maria Williams BJ and Anna Willoughby Kelly and Donna Wood Esther Yeakly Pete and Greta Zefo

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Annual Fund

LOYALTY DONORS (CONSECUTIVE GIVING) MPCS celebrates the following donors who faithfully supported Annual Fund for five or more years.

5-9 Years

Anonymous (10) Robert and Amy Adam Keven and Erika Adams John and Betsy Adamson AIG Matching Grants Program Jason and Angel Allen Wes Anderson Bryan and DeSchell Anderson Apex Endodontics, P.C. Connie and Heather Arnold Mark and Jeanne Atencio Rob and Laura Baars Mark Bacchus Durema Bacchus Tommy and Lauren Balas Joe and Courtney Barbito Kevin and Karen Barlow Rusty and Andrea Batch Michael and Molly Baum Jason Beard Dave and Donna Bennett Christopher Bethel Jeff and Jennifer Bethel Steve and Heidi Bohlmann Jason and Tewana Bohn Andres and Vanessa Bolivar John and Jen Bonn Bart and Melissa Boyd Cary and Lynne Brague Sean and Lan Breckley Brent and Carla Brown Scott and Jill Brown Kerry and Debra Buchan Kim Burnett Matt and Mary Burton Barry and Paige Butler Ryan and Tina Cantwell Jeff and Jennifer Capen Eric and Beverly Cavaciuti CBRE Group, Inc. Todd and Dorothy Chaffee Gregory and Selina Chancy Greg and Janice Chastain The Coca-Cola Foundation Matching Gift Program Chris and Gena Cochran Josh and Sarah Cole 18 WINGSPAN | Gratitude 2017

Jason and Angela Coleman Colgate-Palmolive Matching Gift Program Scott and Robin Condra Steve and Andrea Conklin Britt and Maki Cottingham Andrew and Corban Crain Chris and Tara Cumberland Kevin and Stephanie Cunane Daniel and Fanny Dadzie George and Beth Davis Kevin and Susan Denton Tim and Wanda Droege Bryant and Bonnie Dromey Eric and Julie Duncan Keith and Cherie Dunn Adam and Jennifer Everett Scott and Julie Farley Demetrius and Chonta Flowers Luther and Patricia Fors Shane and Jodi Foster Keith and Julie Foust Brock and Kelly Fredette Rob Friess Janet Fulbright Wesley Fulbright Phillip and Shannon Galbreath Richard and Laura Gardner Robert and Audra Gillis Mike and Michelle Gilmore Going Green Horticultural, LLC Sherri Gordon Tom and Dana Gray Bill and Anna Gurno Sandy Hamilton Scott and Ashley Hankins Alan and Deonna Hanley Jules and Martine Harper Jon and Emily Haygood William and Lesley Hays Jay and Kate Henderson Jacques and Kim Herring Kirk and Christy Hewling Dwight and Lisa Hicks Mike and Margarita Hill Lane and Marci Holland Jonathan and Tiffany Hollis Molly Holm The Home Depot Foundation Ryan and Jill Hooley

Kip and Shannon Howard Robby and Kristy Hubbard Brandon and Christal Huft Tunde and Bola Idowu Mark and Connie Jennings Scott and Kristen Jenschke Bob and Julie Jimenez Mark and Amy Johnson Cooper and Lindy Jones John and Jennifer Jones Darrell and Jane Kalichak John and Racheal Kayal Jeff and Kristen Kelly Jonathan and Malissa Kemp Joe and Erin Kerley Brandt and Libby Kessler Matt and Jennifer Kilgo Larry and Donna Konieczny Jamie and Ansley Koza Eddie and Cori Kozak John and Tina Kroske Reid and Ruth Lambert Jennifer Laminack Lindsay Larkin Mark and Stephanie Lee Craig and Patti Lee Tim and Angela Leveridge Daniel and Paige Lochridge Fred and Kaye Long Barry and Tammy Lovern Keith and Jennifer Lynch Christy Mahon Tye and Angela Marr Brian and Tammy Mazur Allen and Laura Lea McKinney Greg and Sherri McLeroy Dan and Mimi Merrett Michael and Carol Miller John and Kelly Moore Ginny Moore Kim and Sabrina Moore Eric and Kelly Moran Stephen and Kelly Moss Markus and Ruth Mueller National Christian Foundation Mark and Janie Niswonger David and Betsey Norton Tim and Deidre Norton Jeff and Amanda Oakes Brady and Angela Ojibway

John and Julie Osterland Tim and Jennifer Oswald Dillon and Tracy Overton Chuck and Angel Paas Nik and Sham Palomaki Gerry and Dorothy Parada Andre and Nicolle Parent Mike and Valerie Parham Sam and Linda Parker Leon and Judy Partain Stefan and Kathleen Passantino Felton and Rachel Perry Greg and Briana Phillips Kirk and Kathleen Pratt Joel and Ellen Pugh Charlie and Leslie Pulley Steve and Megan Pulley David and Kristen Pyle Brad and Karen Raymer Pat and Karen Reardigan Kyle and Christina Reese David and Beverley Reid Adam and Kathryn Renzi Jeremy and Brenda Richard John and Mickie Roberts Mary Robinson Joe and Cari Roman Mike and Margie Rowan Jeffery and Kim Ruff Kevin and Tawanna Rusk David and Ruth Russ Chris and Misty Saldi Buddy and Somer Satterfield David and Debbie Sheffield Doug and Becky Singleton Rodney and Elizabeth Slone Dustin and Nikki Smith Ronson and Ladona Smith Michael and Jodi Stallings Russ and Jenica Stephens Joshua and Bonnie Stephens Marvin and Michelle Stubbs SunTrust Foundation Matching Gift Program Michael and Jeri Sute Emmett and Catina Taliaferro Ford and Kerrie Thigpen Craig and Kristi Thomas Gary and Martha Troutman Tracy and Amy Tyler Richard and Ruby Tyler United Technologies (UTC Matching Gifts Program Troy and Kaye Walden Jason and Shawn Warren Mark and Michelle Watkins Wes Watt Jim and Amy Watts Greg and Holly Weaver Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching Gift Program Ross and Tiffany Westbrook BJ and Anna Willoughby Bryan and Jennifer Wilson Mike and Christine Woods

Stanley and Kaydell Wrinkle Dale Yake Emily Yake

10-14 Years

Anonymous (3) Carey and Traci Akin Michael and Holly Akins Nicole Ashe Rick and Tina Baker Bank of America Foundation* Todd and Kelly Barton Tony and Julie Baute* Mark and Karen Bean Kevin and Amy Bell Horace and Lyn Bennett Ronald and Wanda Bethel* Jamie Bogner Laura Bohanon Bill and Robin Bolen* Rhett and Ali Bonner Josh and Caroline Bradford John and Jill Braswell* Joel and Kathy Bridges* Gary and Shaunda Brooks* David and Malin Brown Steve and Susan Brown Todd and Katy Brumbelow Matthew and Shea Buehler* Jonathan and Emily Bunn Donnie and Teresa Burton* Brad and Christy Carroll Rob and Carole Chaput CKS Packaging, Inc.* Jim and Beth Cole* Rick and Pam Copeland* Gurdon and Andi Counts* Dan and Ann Cox Jeff and LeAnn Curtis Shawn and Angie Davis Chuck and Deborah Davis Wesley and Janice Debnam* Michael and Beverly Devaney Mike and Mindy Dixon John and Kristy Dodson Scott and Judith Ebert Len and Rebecca Empie David and Kim Epps George and Alecia Ethridge Mark and Niki Faith Steve and Amanda Finch* David and Lea Fisher David and Jenn Fitzpatrick* Billy Flood Richie and Jodee Foster Ray and Leanne Galloway Jerry and Cindy Gibbs* Mark and Nikki Graham Tony and Alice Gravett Ben and Mary Gribble* Quinn and Kathy Hall Larry and Patti Harvey Joel and Lindsey Hazard Gary and Ruth Henderson Trey and Tiffany Hicks Kevin and Lisa Hofmann

Scott and Schelli Hutchinson Robert and Nancy Jansen* Andrew and Ashley Jones Mitch and Neysa Jordan Scott and Kimbrell Kimbrough Adam and Megan King Reggie and Misty LaGrone Eric and Susan Laton Trevor and Karen Leonard* Marcus and Deb Ligon De Little Suan Logan Brent and Lindsey Maloney Brad and Terry Matthaidess Don and Kathleen McCook* Sean and Donna McCoy Steve and Shannon McCune Gene and Emily McKay Tate and Meredith McKee David and Beth Meyer Ray and Myra Miller Kevin and Jennifer New Jonathan and Lisa Nicholas Bill and K.K. Petit Thomas and Cindy Rainey* Thom and Julie Ray* Wes and Pam Reel Matt and Kathy Reeves Mike and Andrea Reid David and Maria Roberts Laurie Robillard James and Katy Rogers* Jeff and Bonnie Roginsky* Steve and Christine Ross* Kevin and Michelle Rostowsky David and Darla Rubalcava Ron and Gina Sbravati Andrea Schmidt Scott and Amy Schwan John and Karen Sess Frank and Robyn Settlemyer* Charles and Cathy Sewell Curtis and Lisa Shoch David and Lori Smith Bradley and Crysta Smith Mark and Randi Terry David and Angie Tilley* Scott and Cindy Tucker Brian and Mandy Tucker Rick Tyler Marcus and Kristi Underwood Scott and Amanda Varner* David and Jennifer Van de Vate Shawn and Jill Vaughan Robb and Nikki Verna Mike and Sonya Weber* Cam and Alison Wilbur Art and Kim Wilder* Young and Meagan Williams Eddie and Maria Williams Craig and Jana Wilson Kelly and Donna Wood Pete and Greta Zefo* *Denotes supporters since inception 14 years ago.

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Annual Fund ALUMNI AND ALUMNI PARENT GIVING THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING ALUMNI WHO FAITHFULLY SERVE ON THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION COUNCIL: Mrs. Caroline Janas Bradford ‘03 Mr. Joshua (Ike) Eisenberg ‘99 Mrs. Endien Montgomery Freeman ‘98 Mrs. Taylor Mulkey Kinsey ‘09 Mrs. Donna Hunter McCoy ’93 Mr. Tiernan Phillips ‘06 Mr. Wes Watt ’09

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ALUMNI GIVING TO ANNUAL FUND Jamie Bogner ‘92 Caroline Janas Bradford ‘03 Gary Brooks ‘90 and Shaunda Brooks ‘90 Jennifer Crace Capen ‘05 Melanie Janas Elgin ‘07 Sean Gibbon ‘17 Todd Hewatt ‘97

Katie Gartland Keel ‘97 Hyl Kimbrough ‘17 Adam King ‘99 Ansley Koza ‘98 Caroline Lochridge ‘17 Donna Hunter McCoy ‘93 Kaylin Moran ‘03 David Owens ‘92

Anthony Reyna ‘12 Joshua Rice ‘96 Emmett Taliaferro ‘17 Blake Trenary ‘12 Clay Van de Vate ‘17 Scott Varner ‘92 Wesley Watt ‘09

ALUMNI PARENT GIVING TO ANNUAL FUND Carey and Traci Akin Dave and Carol Armitage Thad and Karen Baird Wanda Beeler Stephen and Jan Blackburn John and Linda Blom Ryan and Rose Bloodworth Jamie Bogner Chip Bright Scott and Dawn Busby Steve and Lori Cannon Rick and Pam Copeland Michael and Lisa Cox David and Tara Crace John and Rhonda Davis Richard and Brenda Deal Michael and Paula Deiters Scott and Judith Ebert Andy and Catherine Floam James and Rebecca Ford Mike and Cheryl Galanos Mark and Mindy Garrett Jerry and Cindy Gibbs Skip and Jennifer Gilcrease Jim and Heather Greenhaw 20 WINGSPAN | Gratitude 2017

Mike and Tammy Guelfo Greg and Lisa Hammonds John and Malena Hankins Rhett and Cindy Hartzog Dwight and Lisa Hicks Greg and Suzy Hogle David and Donnalea Hutchinson Steve and Sheri Ingram Steve and Julia Janas Bradley and Virginia Johnson Chad and Kim Jones Joseph Jordan Mark and Amy Kraieski Jack and Kimberly LaPrad Daniel and Paige Lochridge Suan Logan Billy and Julie Lugar Allen and Lynn Massey Raymond and Lenora Maxwell Hank McLarty David and Ann Mitchell Todd and Tamara Moschner Brian and Mary O’Neil Nik and Sham Palomaki Rick and Lisa Perez

Andy and Tina Piper Marty and Cris Preston Thomas and Cindy Rainey Mike and Andrea Reid Gus and Amanda Reyna Mitchell and June Ridgeway Rudy and Collette Riley Andrew and Marybeth Rubinacci Rob and Cindy Rule Kevin and Tawanna Rusk Brent and Robin Scott Frank and Robyn Settlemyer Paul and Kim Severn Pat and Becki Shannon David and Debbie Sheffield Dick and Kris Spain Walter and Cynthia Trammell Gary and Martha Troutman Lisa Turner Tom and Melinda Vigna Mike and Kim Watt Phillip and Kathy Welch Bryan and Jennifer Wilson David Wilson Kelly and Donna Wood Tim and Jackie Wymer

ALUMNI NEWS

MRS. TAYLOR MULKEY KINSEY ’09 We are excited to announce our incoming Alumni Association President. Taylor graduated from Lee University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. Taylor works in real estate with Atlanta Communities. She and her husband, Michael, live in the Marietta area. She also serves on the media team at her church, Mount Paran North, and works with the youth ministry. She has served on the alumni council for two years and volunteers in many other areas of our school. In January 2017, she directed the middle school performance of “Miss Nelson Is Missing”. She has served as an intern and a substitute teacher here at MPCS. Taylor says she looks forward to continued growth of the alumni program and hopes to build upon this foundational work through alumni connections.

MR. WES WATT ‘09 In 2015, the MPCS Alumni Association was

established to foster a spirit of community among the school’s alumni. Mr. Wes Watt ’09 has served as the first association president for two years. Wes graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science and currently works with Scientific Research Corporation in Huntsville, Alabama. Under his leadership, the association constructed by-laws and formed a working alumni council.

As Wes concluded his term and passed the baton to the next alumni president, MPCS is especially grateful for his service and grassroots efforts toward this valuable alumni program. MPCS honored Wes for his servant-leadership by presenting him with the 2017 Alumnus of the Year award on Friday, October 27, 2017 at Homecoming. W

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Annual Fund SAVE THE DATE!

PK-5th grade Grandparents’ Day: April 12-13, 2018

grateful We are grateful for the amazing impact our grandparents make in the lives of students and in our school. Thank you for your tremendous support of MPCS! Grandparent gifts made in honor of their grandchildren: Mr. and Mrs. Dayton Adams | Lucas, Noah, and Annabelle Adams Ms. Deborah Adams | Gage Porter Mr. James Addison Sr. | Andrew, MJ, and Phillip Addison ‘15 Mrs. Birdie Bassett | Thomas & Madison Long ‘15 Mr. and Mrs. Mel Bokhoven | Jackson and Noah Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Harold Breckley | Landon, Kali, and Maile Breckley Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Brock | McCartney, Ally, and Sydney Holland Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brogan | Reese and Emma Brogan Mr. and Mrs. Donnie Burton | Alleah and Milani Medellin Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Coffee | Michael Coffee Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Coleman | Harrison and Katie Rose Coleman Mr. and Mrs. Robert Crittenden | William and Matthew Moore Mr. and Mrs. Steve Dark | Sam, Emma Kate, and Jake Tucker Ms. Bette Jane Domurat | Ashley and Sydney Brown Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Downey | Madeline and Sophie Downey Mr. Charles Droege | Garrett and Hudson Droege ‘17 Mr. and Mrs. Steven Fisher | Scott and Anna Fisher ‘16 Mr. Edward Fredette | Michael and Sophie Fredette Mr. and Mrs. Neal Freeman | Alli, Lila, and Grant Gentry Mr. and Mrs. Don Frick | Jenna and Brett Reel ‘16 Mr. and Mrs. Jim Friedewald | Emma Bethel Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Gilmore Sr. | Wake Gilmore Mrs. Barbara Griffith | Mitzi and Kayley Roukoski Mr. and Mrs. John Hill | Martina and Matias Hill Mr. and Mrs. Anthony House | Kendall and Bryce Herring 22 WINGSPAN | Gratitude 2017

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Mr. and Mrs. Joe Johnson | Emma and Turner Johnson Mr. Albin Kalichak | Carson, Matt, and Chris Kalichak Ms. Jan Kormann | Mackenzie Kormann Ms. Mary Pat Lacy | Tiffany Stenger Mrs. Pam Marr | Sarah Grace Marr Dr. and Mrs. Ralph Martin | Conner and Cameron Bohn Mr. Walter McKee Jr. | Libby, Louise, and Tate McKee IV Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Miller | Hannah Miller Mr. and Mrs. Ray Miller | Emma Gasque Mr. William and Dr. Sandra Moran | Harlow Lacy Mr. and Mrs. John Moriarty | Emma, Mitchell, Elizabeth, and Matthew Norton ‘16 Mr. and Mrs. Union Morrow | Jonathan Morrow Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Mundy | Carson and Jackson Lim Mr. and Mrs. Steve Odom Sr. | Anna Brooke and Tyler Odom Mrs. Carolyn Ormsby | Grayson Shea Mr. and Mrs. Robert Parsons Jr. | Zoe Parsons Dr. and Mrs. Leon Partain | Luke, Amy Partain ‘17 and Sarah Partain ‘14 Ms. Rita Petrowicz | John David and Laura Ginter Mr. and Mrs. William Poteet | Matthew Lopes Ms. Terry Pugh | Caroline & Ethan Pugh ‘16 Mr. and Mrs. I. Clayton Ramsey | Ryan and Andrew Condra Mr. and Mrs. Gary Reynolds | Dylan and Ethan Spaulding Mr. and Mrs. Don Roberts | Jackson and Noah Roberts Dr. and Mrs. Herbert Robinson | Cole Matthaidess Mrs. Mary Robinson | Lindsey and Lauren Robinson ‘17 Mr. and Mrs. Randy Ryan | Ryan and Hunter New Mr. and Mrs. John Ryerse | Mallory, Sam, and RJ Westbrook Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Schwab | Ansley, Bennett, and Emmy Schwab Mr. and Mrs. Carl Schwan | Colby, Parker, and Landon Schwan Ms. Artie Scott | Gabriella Robin Mr. and Mrs. Joe Sewell | Jordan Sewell Mrs. Sheryl Sims | Luke Lumpkin Mrs. Carmen Soto | Galilea Szabo Mr. and Mrs. Warren Stang | Ava and Emma DeVaux Mr. Larry Terry | Brooke, Grant, and Kyle Terry Ms. Linda Terry | Brooke, Grant, and Kyle Terry Mr. and Mrs. Richard Tyler | Savannah, Ben, and Addison Tyler Mr. and Mrs. Matt Van Paepeghem | Sam, Jacob, and Summer Lindsey Mrs. Joan Vernail | Jenna Jenschke Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Watford | Grace, Lili, and Jacob Watford Mrs. Stella White | Carl Daron and Catherine Vaughan Mrs. Esther Yeakly | Milo Reeves

IRA Tax Advantages for Retirees HAVE YOU CONSIDERED A QCD? Did you know that If you are at least age 70 ½, you may qualify for a taxfree qualified charitable distribution (QCD) directly from an IRA to a qualified non-profit organization like Mount Paran Christian School? This may be a great opportunity for you to make your gift to MPCS tax-free!

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Annual Fund “MPCS was instrumental in teaching the importance of Jesus in our son’s life.

Now, our grandchildren benefit from all the school has to offer. God is so good!”

– Kenneth and Jodi Hewatt

Kenneth and Jodi Hewatt with grandchildren, Ezra, Eli, and Ruthie

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Dear Fellow Mount Paran Christian School Grandparents, Thank you! MPCS has the most generous and loving grandparents. You are the cornerstone and legacy of your families. You show them what it means to rely on God and practice faith. You are the keeper of all the memories and offer a sense of comfort. Your constant prayers over your grandchildren and our school mean everything to us. You provide support and wisdom.

All of these attributes enhance the strong community we call Mount Paran Christian School.

The joy on the faces of our students when they see you on campus, whether you’re here to attend a performance, read to their class, share in a celebration, cheer at an athletic event or have lunch with them, is immeasurable. The investment that you make in their lives is important to their development. Knowing that you care enough to be a part of their world provides a sense of security that cannot be duplicated by anyone else.

Please join me, a fellow MPCS grandparent, with an end-of-year gift to our Annual Fund, made in honor of your grandchild(ren). Your gift will support students in preschool through high school. Thank you for the support you so lovingly offer to your grandchildren and for being an essential part of Mount Paran Christian School. We are grateful!

Blessings, Dr. David Tilley Headmaster and MPCS Grandparent of Addie Anne and Brandt Varner

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Special Gifts 2016-2017 SPECIAL GIFTS Athletics

Ray and Ramona Bell Beverly Boyd T. M. Brand Bill and Babe Byrne Warren and Pat Chilton City of Austell Lance and Sonja Cooper The Cooper Firm Matthew and Mary Jo Depiero Bill and Dot Dunaway Eric Duncan, DMD Eric and Julie Duncan Kevin and Jan Flowers James W. Friedewald Adele Grubbs Kenneth and Jodi Hewatt Lark Ingram Jean Johnson Carol King George and Hellen Kreeger William and Evelyn Langston Sean and Donna McCoy Susie McKinnon Carol Noble O’Dell & O’Neal, P.C. PT Solutions Physical Therapy Salesforce Matching Grants Bill and Veronica Smith Hugh and Juanita Stedman Michael and Jane Stoddard Lawson and Anne Thigpen James and Alicia Willoughby Ben and Sandra Wofford Dale Yake Emily Yake

Band

CSweet Snow Enterprises, Inc.

Boy Scouts

Eva Graham Mark and Nikki Graham Graham Family Foundation

Directed Studies Eva Graham Mark and Nikki Graham Graham Family Foundation

Diversity

Apex Endodontics, P.C. Tunde and Bola Idowu 26 WINGSPAN | Gratitude 2017

Alenka and Shameka McElhaney Sidney and Lisa Montgomery Rico and Angela Short

Eagle Backers

Acworth Family Dentisty, PC Adobe All-Pro Pest Service Marshall and Lynda Ausburn Beacon Construction Group, LLC Beck’s Realty Inc David and Brittney Bottoms Gary and Melissa Bottoms The Bottoms Group, LLC Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC Sean and Lan Breckley Wayne Brown Todd and Katy Brumbelow Matt and Mary Burton Jason and Ashley Butcher Cameo Advertising, LLC Brad and Christy Carroll Charity Golf International, LLC CKS Packaging, Inc. Dan and Ann Cox Andrew and Corban Crain Crowne Realty Group, LLC Derek and Amee Davis Davis Pechter & Associates, PC 32 Dental Duffey Southeast Contractors Eric and Julie Duncan Eric Duncan, DMD Dupree & Kimbrough, LLP Scott and Julie Farley Feed My Lambs, Inc. First Landmark Bank Four of a Kind, Inc. Mark and Sloane Frazer Georgia Firestop, Inc. Glendale Strategies, Inc. Ted and Peggy Green Mike and Tammy Guelfo The Guelfo Group, Inc. Scott and Ashley Hankins Sol and Hattie Hicks George Holden and Associates Keith and Paige Johnson Cooper and Lindy Jones Cooper Jones, LLC Kennestone Dental Care Center, PC Scott and Kimbrell Kimbrough Derrick and Linda Kitchens Jack and Barbara Knox

R. F. Knox Co., Inc. Chip and April Lake Denny and Kim Lim Lost Mountain Electrical Contractors, Inc. Marietta Toyota Maximum Impact Love, Inc. Tate and Meredith McKee MK Polymers, LLC Moncrief Unique Indoor Comfort, Inc. Moore Colson Jessica Morin Jessica W. Morin, DMD, LLC Tom and Amanda Mutz Narwhal Capital Management, LLC Brady and Angela Ojibway Tim and Jennifer Oswald Gunar and Janice Overbeck Peach State Lumber Products, Inc. Pediatric Orthopaedic Associates, P.C. Publix Supermarkets Charities, Inc. Mike and Cindy Samples Samples Construction, LLC Ted and LaFortune Scott Charles and Cathy Sewell ShawHankins, LLC Single Source, Inc. SMB IT Solutions Solomon Hicks Financial Services, Inc. Richy and Samantha Stephens Mickey and Alina Stevens Marvin and Michelle Stubbs Emmett and Catina Taliaferro Troy and Kaye Walden Walden Appraisal Services, Inc. Walton Communities, LLC TJ and Gail Winans Winans Enterprises, Inc.

Facilities

Chris Brown Bill and Sally DeWeese Thomas and Harriet Gattis Mary Tidwell Anne Williams

Financial Aid

Anonymous (2) Horace and Lyn Bennett Jack and Barbara Knox Jeff and Tanya Lamkin Paul and Liliana Majo

Jean Myrick Barry and Lee Murray Joyce Padgett John Vinson J.T. Vinson

Gray Family Scholarship Fund Bill and Nan Barnhart Glenn Gray Beth Gray

Missions

Anonymous (3) Harriett Aiken Wes Anderson Kevin and Karen Barlow Todd and Kelly Barton Christopher and Kristal Beaver Horace and Lyn Bennett Stephen and Jan Blackburn Stacey Bolen Bill and Sheron Bolen

Jesse Floyd Investments, Inc. Taylor and Debbie Freeman Freeman Team Realty Richard and Laura Gardner Richard S. Gardner, DMD, PC Grace Community Church David Gray Tom and Dana Gray Ben and Mary Gribble Susan Gribble Kevin and Debra Groeneveld Dawn Grubb

6-time Competition Cheer State Champions

Milre K. Westbrook Scholarship Fund Ross and Tiffany Westbrook

High School

Stephen and Kelly Moss Kevin and Tawanna Rusk

Lower School

Hart and Dean Williford

Marketing and Communications Bob and Julie Jimenez

Matt and Mary Burton Greg Campbell Steve and Lori Cannon Steven R. Cannon Insurance Agency, Inc. Ryan and Tina Cantwell Cantwell Consulting Group, LLC Daniel and Amber Cowan Dwayne and Amy Craig Andrew and Corban Crain Norman and Debbie Crain Shawn and Angie Davis Michael and Paula Deiters Kurt and Kim DeWitt James DeWitt Ronald and Linda Dudley Jonathan and Rachel Faucett Kevin and Jan Flowers

Timothy and Deborah Gum Keith and Traci Hall Quinn and Kathy Hall Greg and Lisa Hammonds Jeff and Andrea Hancock TJ and Niel Harris Larry and Patti Harvey Gary and Ruth Henderson Deborah Hester Tim and Beverly Hill Steve and Sheri Ingram Bob and Julie Jimenez Chad and Kim Jones Deirdre Josovitz Daniel and Diane Kanell Derrick and Linda Kitchens Jack and Barbara Knox John and Tina Kroske Mary Pat Lacy WINGSPAN | Gratitude 2017 27

Special Gifts

2016-2017 SPECIAL GIFTS Daniel and Paige Lochridge Eric and Amy Love Paula Mahrenholz Jeff and Cindy Martin Steve and Shannon McCune David and Beth Meyer Robert Meyer Irene Meyer Rob and Martha Mezei Virgil and Harveda Moon David and Stefanie Moore Markus and Ruth Mueller Kevin and Jennifer New Mark and Janie Niswonger Mirtie O’Malley Jarmo and Jacque Palomaki Sam and Linda Parker Robin Parker Chester Parker Kathleen Parker Naren and Charlotte Patel Karen Peters Bill and K.K. Petit Rick Petronella, PHD Gary and Peggy Pietras Eugene and Susan Power Marty and Cris Preston Jordan and Francesca Price Brenda Ray Robert and Michelle Reedy Gus and Amanda Reyna Anthony Paul Reyna Rudy and Collette Riley Joe and Cari Roman 28 WINGSPAN | Gratitude 2017

Kevin and Tawanna Rusk David and Ruth Russ Paul and Theresa Scalzi Andrea Schmidt Dennis Schulenberg Scott and Amy Schwan Richard Scott Victor and Carmen Smith Dick and Kris Spain Dan and Lisa Spinetto MC Stevenson Brett and Tricia Stewart Wayne and Linda Stuehmer Adam Tyler Thomas and Gayla Vermillion Tom and Melinda Vigna Bob and Erin Wagoner Mark and Michelle Watkins Mike and Kim Watt Philip and Debbie Williams Doris Wobken Tim and Roni Wobken Mike and Christine Woods

MPAC

John and Margaret Condra David and Kristen Pyle

Performing Arts John and Leah Akiki Laura Barton Bill and Sally DeWeese Myrtis Doyle Joe and Joanna McDonald

Ron and Lisa Mulkey Mulkey Enterprises David and Ruth Russ

PTF

Anonymous (1) General Mills-Box Top Education Publix Partners

Robotics

John and Betsy Adamson Rob and Laura Baars BEKO Technologies Corporation Willie and Linda Chrisp Croy Engineering, LLC David and Kim Epps Alvin and Karen Everson First Glenn and Barbara Gatipon Howell Rusk Dodson, AIA Eric and Amy Love Stephen and Kelly Moss Kevin and Tawanna Rusk South Western Communications, Inc. Mark and Randi Terry Win-Tech, Inc. Dennis and April Winslow

Spiritual Life Anonymous

Summer Camps Curtis and Lisa Shoch

HONOR AND MEMORIAL GIFTS Gifts in Honor

In honor of Robert and Rachel Wilson Bryan and Jennifer Wilson

In honor of Victoria Beeler ‘14 Wanda Beeler

Gifts in Memory

In honor of Teisha Ault Joan LeMahieu

In honor of Mikey Guelfo Jimmie and Lynn Galtier In honor of Grace Lochridge and Elle Howren Michael and Kathy Howren In honor of Joe McDonald’s 80th Birthday J Chris Brown Myrtis Doyle Thomas and Harriet Gattis Mary B. Tidwell Anne Williams In honor of John Braswell, Brad Smith and Sharon Rooke DynamiX In honor of Mitzi and Kayley Roukouski Griffith Roukoski Investments Andy and Trixie Roukoski In honor of Abbey Williams Rebecca Williams

In memory of Dr. Rick Gray Bill and Nan Barnhart Beth Gray and family Glenn Gray (Ginny Gray) In memory of Frank S. Gribble, Jr Wes Anderson Gary and Ruth Henderson Daniel and Paige Lochridge Andrea Schmidt In memory of Carol Makant Laura Barton In memory of Joyce McCune Morton Levey In Memory of Dan Miller John and Tina Kroske In memory of Jack Pugh Terry Pugh In memory of William Spinks Ray and Ramona Bell Beverly Boyd Bill and Babe Byrne Warren and Pat Chilton

City of Austell The Cooper Firm Matthew and Mary Jo Depiero Bill and Dot Dunaway James W. Friedewald Adele Grubbs Kenneth and Jodi Hewatt Lark Ingram Jean Johnson Carol King George and Hellen Kreeger William and Evelyn Langston Susie McKinnon Carol Noble O’Dell & O’Neal, P.C. Bill and Veronica Smith Michael and Jane Stoddard Lawson and Anne Thigpen James and Alicia Willoughby Ben and Sandra Wofford Hugh and Juanita Stedman

In memory of Cheryl Vinson Horace and Lyn Bennett Joyce Padgett Tim and Susan Poolos John Vinson and JT Vinson In memory of Stephen Werner Anonymous

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Capital Campaign

“MPCS ISN’T JUST A SCHOOL… “OUR CONTINUED INVESTMENT IT IS AN INCREDIBLY IMPORTANT ENSURES THAT WE DO FOR ONE MINISTRY.” WHAT WE WISH WE COULD DO – DAVID AND BRITTNEY BOTTOMS FOR EVERYONE.”

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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN CO-CHAIRS

(DREW - KINDERGARTEN, ELIZA GRACE - 6 MONTHS)

– DALE AND CINDY HUGHES, CAPITAL CAMPAIGN CO-CHAIRS (LAUREN, LINDSEY ’12, LUKE ‘14)

Thank you to our donors who have faithfully pledged their early support of the third and final project of the Imagine Tomorrow Capital Campaign.

Already, more than $3 million (cash and pledges) has been raised toward the construction of the Murray Innovation Center high school addition!

Anonymous (1) Joe and Michelle Alexander American Tower Matching Gift Program Josh Anderson In honor of Jason Beard Marshall and Lynda Ausburn David and Joanna Austin Mark and Karen Bean Mark and Sue Bennett Brent and Carla Brown Robin and Penny Burruss Ryan and Tina Cantwell CKS Packaging, Inc. Ken and Renee Davis George and Alecia Ethridge David and Mallory Farmer John Fern Steve and Janet Fisher Neal and Beth Freeman

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Steve and Debbie Gibbon Gibbon Financial Consulting, LLC Eva Graham Mark and Nikki Graham Graham Family Foundation Kevin and Lisa Hofmann Jim and Sue Inglis Bob and Julie Jimenez Jack and Barbara Knox Darin Kraetsch Laurie Kraetsch Eddie and Debbie Lummus In memory of Walter Johnson IV Cliff McCune Steve and Shannon McCune Joe and Joanna McDonald Michael and Carol Miller Stuart and Eulene Murray Foundation National Christian Foundation Tim and Jennifer Oswald

Jim and Suzanne Perry Bill and K.K. Petit Richard and Lynn Pugmire R.F. Knox Co., Inc. Kevin and Michelle Rostowsky Marilyn Rowland David and Ruth Russ Charles and Cathy Sewell David and Debbie Sheffield Curtis and Lisa Shoch Coca-Cola Foundation Matching Gift Program The Inglis Family Foundation, Inc. Tip Top Poultry, Inc. Mike and Kim Watt Ross and Tiffany Westbrook Chuck and Yvonne Williams Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home In memory of Walter Johnson IV

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I F E C H A N G I N G O P P O RT U N I T I E S

In 2008, the Georgia General Assembly passed the Qualified Education Expense Credit law that permits Georgia taxpayers to receive a state income tax credit for amounts contributed to qualified student scholarship organizations (“SSOs�). Since 2009, Mount Paran Christian School has actively partnered with the non-profit SSO known as Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program, Inc. This program provides much needed scholarship funds to help academically qualified, mission-compatible students afford a Mount Paran education. Thank you to the 154 individuals and organizations who took advantage of this incredible tax credit opportunity and redirected a portion of their Georgia state income tax to provide financial assistance to qualified students.

Because of the state-wide popularity of this program, and even with the 50% proration approval, MPCS was able to secure $288,118 for further student financial assistance.

THESE IMPORTANT TAX CREDIT DOLLARS PROVIDED OPPORTUNITIES FOR 71 STUDENTS TO ATTEND MPCS.

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Georgia GOAL’s 2018 Education Tax Credit applications are still available through December 22, 2017. Single individuals may apply for any amount up to a $1,000 tax credit. Married filing jointly individuals may apply for up to a $2,500 tax credit, and individuals with ownership in S-corps, LLCs, or par tnerships (pass through entities) may apply for any amount up to a $10,000 education tax credit. The online application is secure and easy at www.goalscholarship.org. W

“ TH I S S C H O L A R S H IP H A S A F F O R D E D M Y C H ILD R EN A B L E S S I N G T HAT H A S C HA N G E D T H E IR LIV ES.” - JOAN WEINDORFER, MPCS PARENT

Don’t wait — Apply now and you can take the credit for making a difference in students’ lives. All 2018 education tax credits will be gone by Januar y 1, 2018.

For more information, please contact Cindy Gibbs at 770-578-0182 or cgibbs@ mtparanschool.com.

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Volunteers

UNSUNG HEROES WITH YOUR SERVICE, WE SOAR EVEN HIGHER

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“ E A C H O N E S H O U L D U S E W H AT E V E R GIFT HE HAS RECEIVED TO SERVE OT H E R S , FA I T H F U L LY A D M I N I S T E R I N G GOD’S GRACE IN ITS VARIOUS FORMS.” – 1 PETER 4:10

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mitment The unsung heroes of MPCS are truly the volunteers who put forth hours of their time and talents to further the mission of our school. We cannot thank them enough for their involvement and commitment to countless activities and events. Thank you to all who are involved in these vital groups: Action in Truth Alumni Association Annual Fund Committee Band Boosters Bible Study/Group Leaders Blue & Black Bash Board of Trustees Boy Scouts Chapel Speakers Concession Stand Class Trip Chaperones Club Leaders

Consignment Sale Cub Scouts Eagle Backers Fishing Tournament Girl Scouts Homesless Pets Club Missions Moms in Prayer Mount Paran Arts Council New Family Ambassadors Parent Class Volunteers Parent Partners

Parent Teacher Fellowship Performing Arts Parents Reception Desk Volunteers Retreat Parent Committee Robotics Room Moms Family Serve Day Leaders Team Moms Veteran Representatives Volunteer Coaches Women’s Ministry

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