Annual Report 2022-2023

A Message from the Board of Directors

In 2012, I was approached by a group of individuals with a big dream and limited resources: they wanted to create a school for dyslexic students. After answering a few quick questions, I couldn't believe they were trying to start a school with only four students. From a business perspective, it seemed improbable. I advised them to wait a year or two, doubting they could pay for teachers and rent a space. They quickly dismissed my skepticism, saying I lacked faith and then asked if I would serve on their school board.

They were right, and I was wrong. In the beginning, teachers worked for reduced salaries, and one even volunteered. I watched as the school rapidly grew from four students to eight and soon had enough students to meet its financial obligations. Within just a few years, we had over 130 students and needed a larger facility.

The board reviewed many potential sites for a new space. When we toured the MUST Ministries building on Cobb Parkway, I was impressed but again skeptical about our ability to raise the necessary funds. Once more, they proved me wrong. Thanks to incredibly generous donations, we were able to purchase a new school with room to grow for many years to come. It could not be more appropriate that this exciting next step coincided with the celebration of GRACEPOINT’s 10th anniversary.

Reflecting on the growth and challenges our school has faced over the years, I am reminded that God is always in control. Our faculty and staff have consistently loved our students and provided them with the tools to reach their potential. The board has tirelessly supported the school, always striving to do what is best for our students. Parents have entrusted us with their precious children and supported us with their time and resources when needed.

The board and I are deeply grateful to everyone who supported our school as we took this big step. Thank you for believing in our mission. Our future is bright, and we are excited to see the positive impact our students will have on their communities in the years to come.

With gratitude, Owen Prillaman, Board Chair ‘23-’24

O N O R S P O T L I G H T

Why We Give

When Jon and Molly Vaughan’s son Nate was struggling in the 1st grade, they were at a loss as to how to help him. After receiving a diagnosis of dyslexia, they tried Orton Gillingham tutoring, but it became clear that Nate was in need of a fully immersive program in order for him to be remediated.

“Finding GRACEPOINT was an answer to prayer. God made it abundantly clear to us that this was the place for Nate. I often describe GRACEPOINT as a conduit between being lost in the desert and arriving at the Promised Land. GRACEPOINT beautifully integrates a teaching approach that is tailored for the dyslexic brain with scripture and biblical wisdom in the classroom.”

The caring teachers at GRACEPOINT made a significant difference in Nate’s educational journey. So much so, that when Nate’s younger sister Hollis was also diagnosed with dyslexia, they knew exactly where she needed to be.

“We are so grateful for the help GRACEPOINT has given our family. Nate and Hollis would not be where they are without GRACEPOINT. We support GRACEPOINT by giving to their capital campaign, annual fund and tuition assistance program because we want to ensure that other families facing similar challenges have access to the specialized education their children need.”

The Vaughan’s generosity and commitment to paying it forward exemplifies the spirit of community and compassion, showing that even when their own children may no longer attend GRACEPOINT, they remain dedicated to supporting its mission and helping other families in need.

Nate is now a middle schooler at Mt. Paran Christian School and is thriving. He was inducted into the National Junior Honor Society and excited to enter high school.

Hollis is continuing her journey at GRACEPOINT, finishing her scope and sequence this year. She will transition to Mt. Paran Christian School next year, prepared to take on the rigors of middle school because of the great training and education she has received at GRACEPOINT.

“Don’t store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be."

Matthew 6:19-21

The 22-23 school year brought much excitement after the completion of Phase 1 (the purchase of the MUST ministries building) in April of 2022. Several members of our GRACEPOINT family stepped up in a big way to raise funds for Phase 2 (the interior renovation.)

Current parent Mac Powell held a Christmas concert at the Church of the Apostles donating the proceeds from the ticket sales to the building renovation. Founder and board member Molly Holm, dedicated the proceeds from two Glory Haus sale days. In addition, she pledged a 1:1 match for all Giving Tuesday donations to GRACEPOINT's capital campaign. A sincere thank you to Mac and Molly, and to everyone who supported GRACEPOINT by participating in those events!

Capital Campaign Donors

Total Donations Received $399,142

Roy & Maria Barnes

Christopher & Jennifer Brimer

Jonathan & Leigh-Ann Crabb

John & Cheryl Crooks

Ansley Daniel

Chris & Michelle Dempsey

Roy Desilva

Charles & Deborah Davis

Sammy & Nell Ely

Neill & Billa Faucett

Matt & Ambyr Gallegly

Christopher & Camilyn Germann

Geraldine Hankla

Tony & April Hipps

Walker & Alison Hubbs

Mary Humphlett

David & Vesta Jones

JSJF, LLC

Ron King

Gerald & Lyn Lewis

Ed Lindekugel

David & Lucy McBride

McCoy Controls LLC

Microsoft

National Christian Foundation Georgia

Norcross Pharmacy

RL O'Kelley

Frank & Jennifer Ogorzaly

Bob Prillaman

Regeneron

Steve & Terrye Schaetzel

Brian & Shelley Strack

Bob & Tammie Strickland

Subaru of Kennesaw

Paulette Szabolcsi

Techconnect Sales & Distributuion

The Busy Tree Foundation

Jim & Joy Wood

Eric Brown

Alan Burnett

Lynn Cochran

George Garriss

Ed Lindekugel

Greg Mcclelland

Virgil & Harveda Moon

Mark & Dawn Mooring

John & Tansy Ridings

Brian Skinner

Jed Strange

Paul Sullivan

Jon & Luanne Torblaa

Truist Bank

Amy Tyler

Students join singer-songwriter Mac Powell on stage at the fundraising concert for GRACEPOINT's capital campaign.

C A P I T A L C A M P A I G N D O N O R S

N N U A L F U N D D O N O R S

The 2022-2023 Annual GROW Fund was designated to a security system, playground equipment and building renovations for our new location. Gifts to this fund are used to IMPROVE our learning environment and ENHANCE the tools used for multi-sensory learning. GRACEPOINT is so grateful to the following donors for their generous gifts. These funds are helping to write the next chapter of GRACEPOINT!

$129,191 RAISED | 94%

Thank you to the following donors:

Benjamin & Adria Acree

Todd & Nova Allen

Elese Allen

James & Janet Amonett

Andrew & Tammy Appel

Federico & Maria Augustina Arri

Michael & Judith Arsenault

Ej & Kathryn Aufderheide

Miguel & Rachel Ayoub

Glenn Baker & Carole Bache

Bennett & Shea Baker

Jason & Carrie Baker

Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund

Elizabeth Barber

Martha Barfield

Ben & Amy Barnes

Adam & Courtney Bates

Elton & Sandra Bates

Justin & Karla Bayfield

Gary & Diane Beard

Amy Benton

Lynn Beverly

Greg & Kyle Bice

Fred & Paige Blankenship

Shane Beswetherick & Janis Bodley

Timothy & Lindsay Boseman

Richard & Lisa Brabbs

Marcus & Tanya Brackman

Russell & Tiffany Bramlett

Todd & Cindie Briley

Christopher & Jennifer Brimer

Kirk Brimmer

Matthew & Lisa Butler

Michael & Kimberly Campbell

Jessica Carter

Bill & Jamie Chandler

Cole & Laurel Chason

Justin & Erin Chesser

Rhani Choi

Raul Gonzalez Sanchez & Ashleigh

Clark

Cobb Community Foundation

Coca-Cola

Dan & Kathy Cochran

Keri-Lyn & Bradley Coleman

Colonial Pipeline

Molly Cone

Les & Cindy Conley

Jerry Luzar & Shannon Connelly

Josh & Kelly Conner

Clarke & Christy Coole

William & Kenitha Coots

Susan Cope

Dan & Ann Cox

Chadwick & Julie Coyne

Jeffrey & Jackie Cozzo

Brendan & Claire Crowley

Kevin & Laura Cuthbertson

Jonathan & Trish Dalton

Mary Danielak

Benton & Suzanne Dargan

Alexander Finger & Erin Deckbar

Rick & Kathy Deckbar

Kay Dempsey

Shery Dishman

Donna Downs

Paul & Deb Doyle

John & Sheletha Drew

PARENT PARTICIPATION

Tom & Valerie Dunlavy

Nathaniel & Nicole Dycus

Dustin & Renee Eakes

Timothy & Sarah Earley

John & Brigette Eisele

Adam & Tracy Elliott

Steve & Debbie Engelstad

Danette Faerber

Nathan & Jennifer Farmer

Don & Jan Farst

Jeff & Loretta Fincher

Tony & Mandy Finger

Brenda Fitzgerald

Shelly Foster

Matthew & Jennifer Gallagher

Charlie Gerstner

Marshall Gill

Eric & Sandi Glidewell

John & Alisa Glover

Roger & Robin Godwin

Kristin & Chris Goin

Matthew & Lisa Gordon

Robert & Kelly Graham

Ryan & Crysie Grelecki

Richard Grelecki

Anne Griffith

Merril & Holly Guice

Keith & Lynda Guthrie

Peter & Robin Hageman

Bradley & Amanda Hall

Winnie Halter

Lane Hammack

Brian & Carrie Harris

Wesley & Terri Harris

Eric & Beth Head

Jason & Sarah Hensley

Giancarlo & Janelle Herrero

Daniel & Holly Hesse

Lindsey Hicks

Daniel & Heidi Hicks

Barbara Hines

Benjamin R & Katherine Hinson

Mike & Shannon Hipps

Paul & Emily Holcombe

James & Nancy Hooper

Walker & Alison Hubbs

Randy & Lynn Huckabey

Humana

Mary Humphlett

Tammy Hutchins

Ryan & Pamela Ingram

Susan Jackson

Keith & Kathy Johnson

Hannah Kauper

Seth & Cara Keefer

Dave & Pam Keel

Colby & Mary Lynn Kidd

Delinda Kilgore

Hillary King

Jim & Mary Kinnaman

Bill & Carolyn Kolz

Scott & Louise Lambert

Kendra Lashley

Douglas & Tricia Latulippe

Ed Lindekugel

Roger & Monica LuAllen

David & Kathy Lytle

Julia Maddox

Henry Manning

Timothy & Amy Marriott

Adam & Sarah Mathes

Joseph & Heather McAllister

David & Lucy McBride

John & Mary Jane McBride

Galen & Kory McDaniel

Chris & Heather McKelvey

Robert & Kristin McLendon

Hensley Mechanical Services

James & Marsha Mellen

Nikki Merlo

Microsoft

Joseph & Christina Mikhail

Stephanie Mishler

Dennis & Judy Mueller

Timothy & Andrea Murray

Wes Murrell

Nathan & Stephanie Neal

Matthew & Amanda Nelson

Missy Nichols

Lisa Nix

Colin & Elisabeth O'Brien

Kathleen O'Brien

Frank & Jennifer Ogorzaly

Richard & Alicia Ohlin

Albert Oros

T Michael & Cindy Payne

Thomas & Julie Payne

Brian & Tracy Pecone

William & Ashley Plemons

J & Aimee Powell

Bob Prillaman

Jason & Sheri Quale

Michael & Lauren Raciborski

Simon Radomski

Becky Ransom

Brooke & Jennifer Roberts

Hilary Roberts-King

Rebecca Rojas

Julie Rosenkranz

RSUI

Randy & Jennifer Rumpf

Scott & Heather Sailors

Jonathon & Caryn Saker

Marty & Dana Sappington

Keith & Deborah Schad

Steven & Elizabeth Scheffer

Paul & Tracy Scheib

Schwab Charitable

Frank (Chip) & Kimberly Sciullo

Chris Shull

Dell & Mary Ann Sikes

Daniel & Julie Smith

Jim Smith

Chris & Susan Spruill

Kenneth & Emmy Staton

Jason & Tiffany Stevens

Angie Strack

Bob & Tammie Strickland

Steven & Erin Sutter

Michael Tafelski & Anne Mellen

Brandon & Gerrie Thomas

Andrew & Jill Thurman

Brian & Sandra Tigue

Jon & Luanne Torblaa

Marilyn Troxell

Scott & Jessica Turnbull

United Way of Greater Milwaukee

Jon & Molly Vaughan

Sydnie Veal

Jason & Stefanie Venable

Todd & Christen Vickery

Thomas & Lisa Villacis

David Hughes & Barbara Vining

Robert & Courtenay Wallace

Christopher & Erin Wang

Shea White

Kevin & Sarah Williams

Andrew & Elka Wilson

Andy & Susan Wing

Grant & Josie Wolfe

Jim & Joy Wood

Mike & Marion Wood

Donna Woodson

Sean & Mary Work

Fatima Wyche

U I T I O N A S S I S T A N C E

Shana Ely Pardue was a mother with a passion for finding the best way to educate her son, Sam, who was diagnosed with dyslexia in the 3rd grade. Her journey brought her to GRACEPOINT and after her very first visit, Shana was convinced that not only had she found the right educational model for Sam, but also the Christ-centered environment that she desired for him.

Shana’s passion lives on in others that support the mission of GRACEPOINT School to remediate children with dyslexia. The generosity of donors to this fund will help unlock the potential of the children who are given the opportunity to attend GRACEPOINT.

Total Raised: $20,700 Thank

John and Sandra Collins

Sammy and Nell Ely

Henry Manning

Mary Anna Foundation Charitable Trust

Sources of Tuition Assistance

There are 4 sources (pictured left) of tuition assistance for GRACEPOINT students. The SB10 Waiver, also known as the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship, is 100% funded through the government (more info at gadoe.org). The other 3 programs are dependent on our generous donors. Please continue reading to learn more about these donor-funded programs that allow dyslexic students to attend GRACEPOINT despite their ability to pay full tuition.

Since the establishment of this fund, over $85,000 has been donated in honor of Shana.

Total Contributions

$235,210 Raised | 74 Contributors

GRACEPOINT

would like to thank the following Georgia

Tax Credit Donors:

The Georgia Goal program significantly helps our school’s financial position and allows students to attend GRACEPOINT that otherwise may not have had the opportunity. When you allocate your state tax dollars to GRACEPOINT by contributing to Georgia GOAL, you're not only awarded a 100% state income tax credit, but you also make a difference in the life of a dyslexic learner. G A G O A L D O N O R S

James & Nova Allen

Andrew & Tammy Appel

Edward Aufderheide

Jason & Carrie Baker

Joseph & Maureen Barna

Adam & Courtney Bates

Greg & Kyle Bice

Fred & Paige Blankenship

Tim & Lindsay Boseman

Richard & Lisa Brabbs

Marcus & Tanya Brackman

Todd & Cindie Briley

Christopher & Jennifer Brimer

David & Kristen Bryan

Monroe & Julie Carpenter

Billy & Jamie Chandler

William & Kenitha Coots

Jeffrey & Jackie Cozzo

Brendan& Claire Crowley

Brian & Kristin Dalton

Christopher & Michelle Dempsey

Kay Dempsey

Donna Downs

John & Sheletha Drew

Timothy & Sarah Earley

Adam & Tracy Elliott

Stephen & Debbie Englestad

Nathan & Jennifer Farmer

Eric & Sandi Glidewell

John & Alisa Glover

Ryan & Crystal Grelecki

Anne Griffith

Krista Lane Culpepper Hammack

Wesley & Teresa Harris

Daniel & Holly Hesse

James & Susan Inglis

Robert & Kelly Ingram

Ryan & Pamela Ingram

Brian & Holle Kennerly

Colby & Mary Lynn Kidd

Ron & Sarah King

Larry & Peggy Lewallen

Gerald & Marilyn Lewis

Joseph Lindekugel

David & Rebecca Mader

Timothy & Amy Marriott

Adam & Sarah Mathes

Timothy & Andrea Murray

Matthew & Amanda Nelson

Spencer & Rebecca Nelson

Colin & Elisabeth O’Brien

Daniel & Anita Parrish

Brian & Tracy Pecone

Michael & Lauren Raciborski

Christopher & Katherine Sims

Jonathan & Amy Smith

Chris & Susan Spruill

Patricia Stacy

Kenneth & Emmy Staton

Bob & Tammie Strickland

The Rojas Firm

Andrew & Jill Thurman

Scott & Jessica Turnbull

Jacob & Sajini Varghese

Jonathan & Molly Vaughan

Todd & Christen Vickery

Robert & Courtenay Wallace

Donald & Christine Welsko

Kevin & Sarah Williams

Thomas & Carly Williams

Andrew & Elka Wilson

Jim & Joy Wood

Donna Woodson

K I D S H E L P I N G K I D S

GRACEPOINT welcomes families from all faith traditions, believing that God has given each of us talents and abilities to use for His glory.

• We believe that all students given the right opportunities and techniques can be successful learners.

• We believe that students can develop their talents and leadership qualities while learning.

• We believe that our students will progress by incorporating a multi-sensory approach to learning and being prescriptive in planning for each individual student.

• We believe in being open to the power of the Holy Spirit as we instruct our students in truth and love.

• We believe that our students will be more than able after completion of the program to transition back into public/private educational opportunities.

Bob Strickland, Chair

Brenda Fitzgerald, Founder

Molly Holm, Founder

Angie Strack, Founder

John Crooks

Deborah Davis

Chris Hanson

Sheletha Drew

Dawn

Louise Lambert Director of Outplacement

Kendra Lashley Director of Curriculum

Ed Lindekugel Director of Development

Susan Spruill Director of Marketing & Communications

Angie Strack Director of Middle School

Kevin Williams Director of Student Life

Strategic Priorities 2018 - 2023 S T R A T E G I C P R I O R I T I E S

Our Mission

Our mission at GRACEPOINT School is to equip dyslexic students with the skills needed to develop into independent and confident learners, through sequential, systematic and multisensory instruction. Our goal is to instill in each child a lifelong desire for growing in wisdom and gaining knowledge of the Lord so that each may fulfill God’s purposes and bring glory to Him.