Crusader Newsletter Fall 2015

Fall 2015 Volume 18 Issue 1Published by Northwest Christian Schools for Alumni, Friends & School FamilyGospel Centered at NWC: Comedian Mike Williams, Keynote SpeakerPast, Present, and Future IMPACT 2015 RecapBy Jack Hancock, Headmaster W e are so thankful for those of you who I n 1949, in a rather inconspicuous church attended and/or gave to IMPACT NWC basement, a small group of Spokane this year! Our hope and prayer is that parents, educators, and ministers began you walked away encouraged in the Northwest Christian Schools (NWC). Lord; being strengthened to have a kingdom Why did they feel the need to create an IMPACT where the Lord has placed you. In our alternative to the public schools in the area? culture where the success of an event is usually measured in dollars and cents added to the Gospel Mission bottom line, we strive to be Gospel centered as we prepare our annual IMPACT event. With clarity in spirit and mind, the school began with the big idea to give Spokane families a Gospel-centered Christian school option; its purpose was to provide a God- honoring education based upon the Word of God and the power of perpetual prayer. We never want to wander from this enduring New banners at legacy. NWC convey our school’s focus Continues on P. 4P2 P4 P6 P8 Continues on back pagenwc highlights student life alumni invest

P2 the CRUSADER Fall 2015 nwc highlights Class of 1965 Reunion Front Row: Dianne (Baldwin) Shaw, Denise (Kluver) Fischer, Carrie (Sharp) West, Mary (Thompson) Etter, Sandi Jarvis, Bev (Johnson) Rickel, Rick Mortlock, John Rodkey. Back Row: John Repsold, Kevin West, Karen (Grinalds) Altmeyer, Denise (May) Musick Back Row: Dan Rehms, John Class of 1975 Reunion Thomas, Ron Roduner. Front Row: Yvonne (Davis) Snell, T he Class of 1975 held its 40 year reunion on June 27th. Twelve Jeanette (Stellmon) Tallent classmates, along with their spouses, attended the event held at the home of Wade and Karen (Grinalds) Altmeyer. Former teachers Mr.J une 4, 2015 was the 50th Jim Korver, Mrs. Dottie Calvert, and Mrs. Karen Getman also joined reunion for NWC’s graduating us. Our time was spent getting reacquainted and reminiscing, mingled with class of 1965. Only five of our much laughter. It was determined that we must not be too old since we class of 11 were able to attend. were able to endure the 102 degree heat! After enjoying a delicious chickenJohn Thomas and wife Marilyn, Ron dinner we gathered around for games. The highlight was a time of sharingRoduner and wife Mary, Jeanette when classmates, spouses and teachers spoke of the impact NWC made in(Stellmon) Tallent, Dan Rehms, and their lives, lessons learned, and the privilege of knowing and walking withYvonne (Davis) Snell and husband God. All agreed that only what is done for Chirst will last.Richard.We were all treated to cushionedseats in the High School Gym toenjoy the graduation ceremony forthe Class of 2015. What a joy tosee so many bright young peoplegraduating from NWC and going onto make changes in the world.Our class was so much smaller. Class of 1995 ReunionGrades 1 through 12 were housedin that great old building on Central T wenty years of divergent paths seemed to dissolve in a surrealAvenue. Our days there were atmosphere of nostalgia and life updates when the graduating class ofwonderful and filled with friendships 1995 reunited this past August. Of the twenty-nine graduates, thirteenand sharing the joy of Christ. So were able to attend the two-day festivities which included a Fridaymuch has changed for NWC over dinner downtown at Scratch Restaurant and a Saturday family picnic/fieldthe past 50 years. The buildings are day at the NWC Lower Campus.large and very modern; science, art, Highlights of the weekend included watching graduation videos, sharingand sports programs are so much life updates from both attendees and those unable to be there in person,bigger and better. There are far competing in relays and ball games, and enjoying bouncy castles and slipmore students and staff than our and slide races (both kids and adults). A healthy mix of laughter and sobrietyclass had. punctuated the reunion as graduates shared both triumphs and personalYet one important philosophy tragedies. Saturday afternoon, former class advisor, Joe Whelham, addressedhas not changed—the focus on the group with a challenge to continue to honor God. The class took timeJesus Christ. What a blessing to to remember those no longer with them while embracing the spouses andvisit our old school and attend a children that had been added to the group. Overall it was fantastic time tograduation where Jesus is still first reconnect and affirm relationships built at Northwest Christian.and foremost. Students continue to For a group who twenty years ago fully embraced their class motto oflearn and grow in Christlike values. “Passion for Victory,” August 7th and 8th was a celebration of victory – bothThanknswNcWs.oCrgfo/rwkine-ewpinin-gprtohgerafomcus realized and that which is still in the making.on Christ for the past 50 years! nwcs.org/alumni-update

NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS P3Family Referral NWC’s Theater DepartmentProgram - Win-Win Presents The Music ManN orthwest Christian Schools has W e got trouble, right here an established referral program in River City…” When called Win-Win, designed Harold Hill, a travelingto thank NWC families for acting as con man, arrives inambassadors and investing in the NWC River City, he convinces the localscommunity. Current families demonstrate to start a band by purchasing thea sincere form of appreciation of uniforms and instruments fromour schools by referring friends and him. His intention is to flee asfamily members. By providing a $300 soon as he receives the money.tuition discount per student to those Librarian Marian Paroo suspects Harold is a fraud, but holds her referring tongue since her moody brother, families, Winthrop, is excited about the NWC offers a band. As Harold begins to develop tangible way feelings for Marian, he faces a of saying difficult decision about skipping town. thank you. With a fine tradition of theater, NWCS Theater is proud to present How can the timeless classic: The Music Man. Mr. Taylor, Director of the you benefit program, is enthusiastic about working together to present an from this energetic experience for cast, crew, and audience alike. Hereferral program if you are not a current believes, “We can use the gifts and talents God has given us tofamily at NWC? Although you may not glorify Him as an act of worship.” So come and join us for anreceive a direct benefit, you can pass excellent time as the theater department presents, Meredithon the tuition discount to the new Willson’s The Music Man.family, or you can bless a current family nwcs.org/music-manwho could use some help with theirtuition bill. Guidelines for this program A Biannual Publication Published for NWCSrestrict referrals to new families whohave never had students enrolled at Alumni & Parents, School Family and FriendsNWC in the past. Please visit nwcs.org/win-win-program for more details and 5104 E. Bernhill Rd Jana Baldwin, Editorappropriate forms. Think of the many Colbert, WA 99005 Terry Meyer, Contributing Editorways that you could bless someone by 509.238.4005 Becky Baden, Contributing Editortelling them about NWC! nwcs.org Interactive Consulting, Design nwcs.org/win-winMiddle & H.S. Christmas Concert Preschool - 5th Grade Open House NightCalvary Chapel: 511 W. Hastings Rd. Christmas Concert Come Discover NWCS... Thursday, Dec. 10, 2015 Turning Point Open Bible Church February 2016 7:00 pm 11911 N. Division St. Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015 - 7:00 pm nwcs.org/happenings

P4 the CRUSADER Fall 2015 student lifeContinued from P. 1Gospel a Doorwayand a PathwayWhat is the Gospel? The Gospel is more than aconversion point, but an internal transformation thatproduces a new mindset and lifestyle (John 14:6,Matt. 6:33). The Gospel is a doorway for a new life in Christ (I Cor. 5:17) anda pathway that leads to pursuing God (Mark 12:30) with a growing understanding ofHis Holiness (Matt 5:48) and a greater sensitivity to our sinfulness (I John 1:9).A Gospel-centered life empowers us to trust in a sovereign and perfect God who loves Hisimperfect children (Rom. 3:23) with unconditional love (Rom. 5:8). With confidence in Him, we trust inChrist without pretense and with no concern toward gaining His ultimate approval through performance.The Gospel of Jesus Christ leads us to an enduring life of peace, joy, and hope.WHY HOW We Do What We Do! We Do What We Do! The leadership of NWC have embraced three organizational laws to keep us on track.Gospel-CenteredSchool Law One is Law Two is Law Three is Biblical Thinking Vibrant Relational Focus Though NWCS that directs us to Instruction that that views every has grown elevate the Word promotes teaching interaction in our and matured of God in every as a craft that school system in breadth school subject, should be always as a potential and depth, event, and growing like the opportunity for a our dynamic activity. Gospel itself. Gospel moment. faculty has continued NWC is on the move by the power of the Holy Spirit. We to remain are grateful for a more than 65 year legacy of Preparing focused on Minds and Transforming Hearts to promote the Gospel in the school’s an educational setting. purpose. By His grace nwcs.org/student-life alone, the leaders in our school have themselves been transformed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and have consequently remained anchored to our vision and mission. Every day we preach the Gospel to ourselves as we view NWC as a tool for a heavenly meaning. Looking toward the next 65 years, by God’s grace alone, we hope to continue to make the Gospel of Jesus Christ our main focus.

NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS P5NWC Wins Scholastic CupF For the second time in history, Northwest Christian Schools won STEM Discovery the WIAA-Washington Army National Guard Scholastic Cup 2B Days at NWC Championship for 2014-2015. The Scholastic Cup showcases schools that excelled in sportsmanship, academics and in N WC is excited to offercompetitive achievement for an entire year. NWC was the only Scholastic students 1st through 8thCup Champion last year from the east side of the State of Washington grade the opportunity toamong all six WIAA classifications. experience STEM DiscoveryNorthwest Christian and St. George’s had one of the closest finishes in Days each month throughout thethe 2B classification, but it was the Crusaders who narrowly passed the school year.Dragons, 1,315 to 1,310 to claim their second Cup with four AcademicState Championships – Fall Cheerleaders, Football, Boys’ Basketball, and STEM Discovery Days are designedGirls’ Golf. Other NWC highlights for 2014-2015 included two 2nd place to engage and inspire our studentsstate athletic finishes in Boys’ Cross Country and Girls’ Golf, and a 2nd using inquiry based experiments in the areas of science, technology,place academic state finish in Girls’ Basketball. engineering and math (STEM).The Scholastic Cup is the WIAA’s most prestigious annual school award. These high interest andThe Scholastic Cups are based on a point system that includes statewide interactive sessions are taughtfinishes in academics, athletics, and sportsmanship. NWC is very proud of by professionals with passionour athletes’ strong showing in all of these categories. for each subject, grouping 1st-From 12 Months to 12th Grade 2nd, 3rd-5th and 6th-8th grades together. Sessions for elementary have included an explosions class, constructing a canal water system,T he NWC Early and eggtastic engineering. Some Learning Program of the middle school workshops has some new little included using a 3-D printer, robot faces filling the engineering and investigating theirrooms. Childcare is now own crime scene.being offered beginningat 12 months of age in We are excited to partner with families in supporting STEM is a unique learningtheir licensed daycare the needs of younger children. opportunity students are enjoyingprogram. outside of the everyday classroom -Faith Orr, Elementary Principal experience. NWC is thankful for the opportunity and excited to see theThe customizable early growth in the students.learning program offers Bible-based preschool curriculum for children ages12 months through 5 years old. All the children are learning the same If you have expertise in a specific area and would like to volunteerconcepts at developmentally appropriate levels. to teach a STEM class or provideThis is an exciting opportunity to invest in and care for children and begin training to our teachers, contact usto build a gospel foundation from the time they begin to walk. at 509.292.6700 x106. nwcs.org/early-learning-preschool nwcs.org/student-life

P6 the CRUSADER Fall 2015 alumniBarbara (Meyers) Bridge ‘51David Bridge ‘52David attended Biola University andgraduated from Whitworth in 1965.He taught sixth grade for 34 years inGarden Grove, California. We bothhave been singing in church choirssince our time at NWC when wewere instructed by Dr. Eugene Fadel. Front Row: Heather (Gragg) Richey, Brittany Stewart, Raelynn (Watts) Russell, Esther (Verduin) Zastoupil (FS), Anna Harbine Back Row: Josh Greer, Kris Ogren, Jared Wilson, Jesse Vowels,We have been married 61 years Danielle Nesbitt (FS), Miranda Malott, Lacy Crowderand have had two sons. Phillip isin heaven and Douglas is Pastor ofClass of 2005 10 Year ReunionFamily Ministries at Verde ValleyChristian Church in Cottonwood,Arizona, where we have retired. The Class of 2005 chose 24 Taps as the location for their reunion. TheWe have five grandchildren and restaurant, part owned by Josh Blair ’03, was a great setting for thethree great-grandchildren. God has gathering. We had a great time talking about our lives, sharing ourbeen so good to us! One of our best personal and professional updates. We reminisced over old times andmemories of NWC was the first day updated each other with what we knew about absent classmates andof school when NWC opened for the where they were living and working. It wasn’t a huge turnout, but we allfirst time at Fourth Memorial Church. enjoyed our time together. Those that were unable to attend were withIt is wonderful to hear that the us in spirit.Gospel is emphasized as much today can about Jesus. This is a pictureas it was on that first day in 1949. from last summer. Jeremy, Paul, Wesley, and I will be coming homeJeremy Affeldt ‘97 around Christmas, and plan toWith theannouncement of welcome our third child in March 2016. We plan to return to thehis retirement from village sometime next year.professional baseball,Jeremy Affeldt turnsto a new chapter of his life. Though heenjoyed considerable success in his Jenell (Jennings) Morris ‘03professional role as a relief pitcher My husband, Jeremy, and I serve(three World Series Championships, as missionaries through Africafour World Series appearances, Inland Missions in Tanzania.with individual post-season God has given us numeroushonors), he is a man primarily opportunities to share the Gospelcaptivated with the Gospel and news. In one instance, a nativebeing an advocate for those who man severed an artery in his legare suffering or marginalized. during an accident. Torrential rainsAlong those lines he founded prevented Jeremy from gettingGeneration Alive, a non-profit the man to an adequate medical Jared Wilson ‘05dedicated to empowering young facility. Prior to passing out, thepeople to make a difference in the man fervently begged Jeremy to My wife, Elise, and I moved backlives of others. pray for him; Jeremy proceeded to to Spokane spring of 2015. For theJeremy, his wife Larisa, and their pray like never before. After several past six years we lived in Portland,three sons live in Spokane, and days of unrelenting weather, the Oregon in order for me to completehis children attend both Northwest man’s life was spared by the grace graduate school, a master’s degreeChristian Elementary and of God. The man has since joined in sports medicine, and a doctorateNorthwest Christian Early Learning in church services and Bible studies in chiropractic medicine. DuringProgram. and wants to learn everything he nwcs.org/alumni-update

this time God blessed us with four In Remembrance: NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS P7daughters, the oldest of which areour twins. God has been so good to Yvonne Greenwood Joyce (Carlson) Sampsonus over the years. He has always Class of 1951 Class of 1957provided for us in times of need,especially when finances got tight. Yvonne Joyce (Carlson)We are so excited to be back in Greenwood Sampson willSpokane. I just opened up my own passed away always bechiropractic clinic on the northside on March  remembered- Gaitway Chiropractic. We would 16, 2015 at as a lovingappreciate prayers from our NWC her home wife, mother,family that we will continue to find in Seattle. grandmother,strength in the Lord and lean on Yvonne sister, aunt andHis understanding for our future. served as a friend. Joyce leader among her peers in high met her husband, Murrel, duringKatrina Bosma ‘15 school and beyond. During high her sophomore year of high school school, she was one of four in the when she was singing in a trio atKatrina Bosma Gospel Light Messengers quartet. church. He instantly fell in lovewas a model Professionally, Yvonne worked for with her singing. Sixty one yearsof grace and the telephone company in Seattle of marriage later they were bothbeauty in her until her retirement. Yvonne’s telling the story of how he pickedyears at NWC involvement in her home church her out of the group that night andand those extended into her love of singing pursued her ever since. Joyce hadqualities have and service gracing the Prime a profound impact on everyone shecarried forward Timers group as piano player or met. She was always a nurturerwith her in her hostess for gatherings. In 2001, and peacemaker, with a generousfreshman year she created a yearbook for the and giving spirit. She is survivedat Whitworth University. Recently Class of 1951, the only year there by her husband; four brothers;featured in “Whitworth Freshman was not an existing publication. three children - Sherri (Sampson)Learns to Live with Lupus,” Not only did she create it from Battles ‘80, Doug Sampson ‘74,Spokesman-Review, historical NWC information and Charlene (Sampson) Kretz ‘77; ten13, Oct. 2015, Katrina has lived photos, she generously prepared grandchildren - three of whom arewith the auto-immune disease, a copy for everyone who gathered NWC alum - Josh Sampson ‘07,lupus, since her diagnosis four for the reunion. Amanda (Tufts) Fry ‘06, and Kayciyears ago. Her flare-ups can put (Tufts) Rokstad ‘08; and two great-this former varsity cheerleading grandchildren.captain down physically, but notspiritually. Katrina was one of five Norma (Ceasar) Malonerecipients of a $500 scholarship Class of 1958from Lupus Chick. Lupus Chick isa nonprofit that provides patients Norma (Ceaser)with resources and support. Her Melone wentessay shared her thoughts on to be with thebeauty, “I can be confident in Lord May 5,my inner beauty and know that 2015. She wasthose who truly love me accept adopted at birthme for who I am and not based on by Benjaminappearance.” and Ida May Ceaser. She2016 Reunions We want to hear your story... graduated from Northwest Christian in 1958. She went on to graduate Class of 1966 Reunion Sending Options: with an English Degree fromSaturday, June 4, 2016 Online: nwcs.org/connect Whitworth and a Ph.D. in English Email: [email protected] Literature from the University ofOrganizing Reunions for Call: 509.238.4005 x146 Southern California, completing 1956, 1966, 1976, her dissertation on Walt Whitman. 1986, 1996, 2006 Her career was divided between her love of the theater and her Contact Jana Baldwin academic interests. She was 509.238.4005 ext. 146 preceded in death by her sister, Velma Ceaser ‘55. She is survived by her brother and several cousins. Continues on p.8

P8 the CRUSADER Fall 2015 Headmaster Jack Hancock & Emcee Susanna BaylonMike Williams had the audience rolling! All attendees received an IMPACT window clingIMPACT 2015 Recap, Continued from P.1This year, Comedian Mike Williams led us through an evening of laughter and personal testimony of how God usedhis Christian high school experience to transform him into a man who has a worldwide impact for the Gospel.Thank You for Your Amazing Generosity!God used YOU as generous supporters of NWC to provide a record breaking $132,993.These funds will go a long way in helping needy families afford a Christian education. THANK YOU!!!In Remembrance Doris Pike NWC Annual Benefit Auction continued from p.7 Former Parent What do To Kill a Mockingbird, The Duane Sommers, Former Mrs. Doris Pike Pilgrim’s Progress, and The Lord of entered into the the Rings have in common? They Board of Regents presence of her are all examples of classic literature Lord and Savior that have withstood the test of time. After a series Jesus Christ on Join us for our 23rd Annual Benefit of strokes, September 26th, Auction for “An Evening with the Mr. Duane 2015. Mrs. Pike Classics”, when we will celebrate Sommers died married Francis literary giants, while at the same peacefully at Pike (former time support programs at Northwest home August teacher and principal) in 1947. Christian Schools. This year’s auction 26, 2015. He Mrs. Pike was involved in managing will be held at the Upper Campus is survived Pike’s Properties for many years and Activity Center on Saturday, April by his wife of also sold real estate for 20 years. 23rd and will be an evening not three years, Ellen, four children, Mrs. Pike had the gift of hospitality easily forgotten. and ten grandchildren. He was and her home was always open to And remember… preceded in death by Mae, his wife family, friends and even strangers “UNLESS someone like you of 55 years, and his sister. Mr. who needed assistance or a place to Cares a whole awful lot, Sommers’ career entailed working stay. The couple had nine children, Nothing is going to get better. for the State Health Department, two of whom died in infancy. Mrs. It’s not.” -Dr. Seuss, The Lorax State Representative in Spokane’s Pike is survived by her seven 6th District, and Spokane County children; Deborah McCowan (former Assessor. He served on the NWCS teacher), Rebecca (Pike) Iverson, Board of Regents from 1985 to Roger Pike ‘73, Ruth (Pike) Erb ‘78, 1995. Mr. Sommers relished the Rod Pike ’81 FS, Ron Pike’ 83 FS, spoken word; a well turned phrase and Dan Pike. She is also survived would frequently cause him to tear by her 20 grandchildren and 15 up, or give him a catch in his voice great-grandchildren, some of whom when he retold it. People described attend(ed) NWC. Mr. Sommers as a man of integrity, honest, opinionated, mentor to nwcs.org/remembrance To donate or purchase tickets, visit: many, generous, strong leader. nwcs.org/auctionFuller Remembrance Articles at