Every year, thousands of Christian school seniors are asked to choose a verse for a graduation announcement or program. Invariably, a high percentage of those students choose Jeremiah 29:11 and for good reason. It states, “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” God’s loving providence is invoked by these seniors as they look out with some trepidation on the next chapter of their lives. Youth- ful optimism coupled with an understandable naïveté often leads the graduates to view that future as one free from struggle and hardship, forgetting that God’s plan for our good involves necessary trials and tribulations (James 1:2-4). Aside from that, though, to what extent do any of us really think through how those plans of God should lead our own planning? Aside from the comfort of knowing our sovereign God is there for us, how should this passage in Jeremiah influence our plans, hopes, and dreams for the future? What does that mean for us as a school, planning for the lives of hundreds. There are some easy answers concerning what this doesn’t mean. Just because it’s true that God has a detailed plan for us, even down to the hairs on our head (Matthew 10:30), doesn’t mean that we aren’t to take an active role in planning. The Bible is replete with examples of faithful followers of God wisely making plans for the future they faced. Nehemiah didn’t “let go and let God.” On the other hand, God warns of not keeping the “Lord willing (James 4:15)” ever in our minds as we think about our tomorrows (or even our next breath). Somewhere in between passivity and arrogance is where we should operate. Again, where does that leave us as a school? In a school setting, planning is everywhere. Teachers complete lesson plans for the week. Faculty teams plan new classes and curriculum. Administrators plan the budget for a new year. This past year, we spent large amounts of time and energy going above and beyond that normal planning process. We began a major strategic planning process, the results of which will be communicated and initialized this school year. Our theme for this year, GOD’S PLANS, OUR PLANS, will guide my articles as I describe how we went about the process of planning – with prayer, discernment, humility, and a desire to be faithful. I’ll talk about how we will monitor our efforts, always seeking to stay faithful. Due to our fallen and finite natures, I’ll also need to address how we’ll react when it becomes painfully obvious that a part of our plan isn’t God’s plan. Finally, I’ll remind us of the attitude we each need to possess as we work together to bring these plans to fruition for the good of our students and the glory of God. These are exciting times for Decatur Heritage Christian Academy, knowing that God has a plan for our future! Our Leadership Mr. Scott Mayo Headmaster Mr. Jeremy Jones K-12 Chief Learning Leader Mr. Michael Holiday Assistant Principal Mr. Steve Atchley Athletic Director Mrs. Scarlet Bolan Food Service Director Mrs. Melissa Ross Guidance Counselor Mrs. Heather Sasser Chief Financial Officer Board of Trustees Mr. Stratton Orr, Chairman Mrs. Blythe Bowman Mrs. Lyn Cook Mrs. Laura Hellard Mrs. Tricia Heyward Mr. Dan Hicks Mr. Neal Holland Dr. Vernon Hurst Mr. Jeff Parker Mr. Greg Stephenson Mr. Blake Temple Mr. Skip Thompson Faculty and Staff Mrs. Paula Armstrong Math, PE & Bible Mrs. Debbie Bishop 2nd Grade Mrs. Glenda Briley Music Miss Leslie Brown Science Mrs. Libby Brown Projects Coordinator Mrs. Connie Cambron Math & Science Mr. Travis Case PE Mrs. Leigh Ann Chiles Instructional Enhancement Facilitator Mrs. Kelly Cimino English & Logic Mrs. Kathy Coffey 1st Grade Mrs. Tina Cooper Athletic Secretary Mrs. Debbie Crews 3rd Grade Mrs. Susan Crites Lower School Secretary Miss Nadya Davis 6th Grade Mrs. Jennifer Densmore 4th Grade Mrs. Teresa Hall Extended Day Mrs. Katherine Helms Writing Coach Mrs. Mary Kay Hodges 1st Grade Mrs. Yvonne Holiday PE & Yearbook Mrs. Linda Holland English Mrs. Sandra Howard Science Mrs. Carole Janorschke Upper School Secretary Mrs. Karen Keith Science & Math Mrs. Miriam Kinworthy Technology & Media Mrs. Tammy Legg Extended Day Mrs. Becky Linderman 3rd Grade Mrs. Amy Little Health Room Mrs. Kristi Long 4th Grade Mrs. Donna Mayo Financial Secretary Mr. Steve Meek History Mrs. Connie Murray Instructional Enhancement Facilitator Mrs. Mary Gail Olinger Spanish Mrs. Donna Oliver Math Mr. Ty Patterson Bible Mrs. Leah Reid 5th & 6th Grade Mrs. Jo Sain Cafeteria Staff Mrs. Lori Schieler Math & Journalism Mrs. Cathy Schmid 4th Grade Mr. Jonathan Schuster English Mrs. Melissa Simpson Cafeteria Staff Mrs. Brenda Smith 2nd Grade Mrs. Sandy Stephenson 5th & 6th Grade Mrs. Jodi Suggs K5 Half Day Mrs. Angie Teichmiller English & History Mrs. Amy Tubbs Art Mrs. Laura Tucker Art Mrs. Barbara Wright Technology AUGUST 2011 VOLUME 12, ISSUE 1 from DECATUR HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 2011 – 2012
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Every year, thousands of Christian school seniors are asked to choose a verse for a graduation announcement or program. Invariably, a high percentage of those students choose Jeremiah 29:11 and for good reason. It states, “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” God’s loving providence is invoked by these seniors as they look out with some trepidation on the next chapter of their lives. Youth- ful optimism coupled with an understandable naïveté often leads the graduates to view that future as one free from struggle and hardship, forgetting that God’s plan for our good involves necessary trials and tribulations (James 1:2-4). Aside from that, though, to what extent do any of us really think through how those plans of God should lead our own planning? Aside from the comfort of knowing our sovereign God is there for us, how should this passage in Jeremiah influence our plans, hopes, and dreams for the future? What does that mean for us as a school, planning for the lives of hundreds.
There are some easy answers concerning what this doesn’t mean. Just because it’s true that God has a detailed plan for us, even down to the hairs on our head (Matthew 10:30), doesn’t mean that we aren’t to take an active role in planning. The Bible is replete with examples of faithful followers of God wisely making plans for the future they faced. Nehemiah didn’t “let go and let God.” On the other hand, God warns of not keeping the “Lord willing (James 4:15)” ever in our minds as we think about our tomorrows (or even our next breath). Somewhere in between passivity and arrogance is where we should operate. Again, where does that leave us as a school?
In a school setting, planning is everywhere. Teachers complete lesson plans for the week. Faculty teams plan new classes and curriculum. Administrators plan the budget for a new year. This past year, we spent large amounts of time and energy going above and beyond that normal planning process. We began a major strategic planning process, the results of which will be communicated and initialized this school year. Our theme for this year, GOD’S PLANS, OUR PLANS, will guide my articles as I describe how we went about the process of planning – with prayer, discernment, humility, and a desire to be faithful. I’ll talk about how we will monitor our efforts, always seeking to stay faithful. Due to our fallen and finite natures, I’ll also need to address how we’ll react when it becomes painfully obvious that a part of our plan isn’t God’s plan. Finally, I’ll remind us of the attitude we each need to possess as we work together to bring these plans to fruition for the good of our students and the glory of God. These are exciting times for Decatur Heritage Christian Academy, knowing that God has a plan for our future!
Our LeadershipMr. Scott Mayo HeadmasterMr. Jeremy Jones K-12 Chief Learning LeaderMr. Michael Holiday Assistant PrincipalMr. Steve Atchley Athletic DirectorMrs. Scarlet Bolan Food Service DirectorMrs. Melissa Ross Guidance CounselorMrs. Heather Sasser Chief Financial Officer
Board of TrusteesMr. Stratton Orr, Chairman
Mrs. Blythe Bowman Mrs. Lyn Cook Mrs. Laura Hellard Mrs. Tricia HeywardMr. Dan Hicks Mr. Neal Holland Dr. Vernon Hurst Mr. Jeff Parker Mr. Greg Stephenson Mr. Blake Temple Mr. Skip Thompson
Faculty and StaffMrs. Paula Armstrong Math, PE & BibleMrs. Debbie Bishop 2nd GradeMrs. Glenda Briley MusicMiss Leslie Brown ScienceMrs. Libby Brown Projects CoordinatorMrs. Connie Cambron Math & ScienceMr. Travis Case PEMrs. Leigh Ann Chiles Instructional Enhancement FacilitatorMrs. Kelly Cimino English & LogicMrs. Kathy Coffey 1st GradeMrs. Tina Cooper Athletic SecretaryMrs. Debbie Crews 3rd GradeMrs. Susan Crites Lower School SecretaryMiss Nadya Davis 6th GradeMrs. Jennifer Densmore 4th GradeMrs. Teresa Hall Extended DayMrs. Katherine Helms Writing CoachMrs. Mary Kay Hodges 1st GradeMrs. Yvonne Holiday PE & YearbookMrs. Linda Holland EnglishMrs. Sandra Howard ScienceMrs. Carole Janorschke Upper School SecretaryMrs. Karen Keith Science & MathMrs. Miriam Kinworthy Technology & MediaMrs. Tammy Legg Extended DayMrs. Becky Linderman 3rd GradeMrs. Amy Little Health RoomMrs. Kristi Long 4th GradeMrs. Donna Mayo Financial SecretaryMr. Steve Meek HistoryMrs. Connie Murray Instructional Enhancement FacilitatorMrs. Mary Gail Olinger SpanishMrs. Donna Oliver MathMr. Ty Patterson BibleMrs. Leah Reid 5th & 6th GradeMrs. Jo Sain Cafeteria StaffMrs. Lori Schieler Math & Journalism Mrs. Cathy Schmid 4th GradeMr. Jonathan Schuster EnglishMrs. Melissa Simpson Cafeteria StaffMrs. Brenda Smith 2nd GradeMrs. Sandy Stephenson 5th & 6th GradeMrs. Jodi Suggs K5 Half DayMrs. Angie Teichmiller English & HistoryMrs. Amy Tubbs ArtMrs. Laura Tucker ArtMrs. Barbara Wright Technology
AUGUST 2011
VOLUME 12, ISSUE 1
from DECATUR HERITAGE
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 2011–2012
WELCOMENEW FACULTY MEMBERS
Mrs. Kristi Long Mrs. Becky Linderman 4th Grade 3rd Grade
Mr. Steve Meek Mrs. Lori Schieler Upper School History Upper School Math
Mr. Jonathan Schuster Miss Nadya DavisUpper School English 6th Grade Math & Science
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Familiar faces in NEW places
Mrs. Mary Kay Hodges Mrs. Jennifer Densmore 1st Grade 5th Grade
Mrs. Debbie Bishop 2nd Grade
WELCOME NEW MEMBERSBoard of trustee
Mrs. Tricia Heyward is no stranger to Decatur Heritage. Both of her children, Kristi and Beau Moss, were DHCA graduates, 2005 and 2009 respectively. She is excited to be reunited with the school and to be involved as the school continues its heritage of Christian education in this community. Tricia is married to Barney Heyward who serves as Pastor of Lincoln Memorial Presbyterian Church.
Mrs. Laura Hellard is grateful for the opportunity to serve on the Board. She and her husband Scott are parents of Eleanor, 6th grade, and Charlie, 1st grade. Laura has served in numerous capacities including Strategic Planning Team member, Parent Association leadership committees as well involved with grant writing to benefit the students of the school. The Hellard family attends First Bible Church of Decatur.
Mr. Jeff Parker will also join the Board. Jeff and his wife, Cathy, have four children, Jackson, 11th grade; Spencer, 9th grade; Cameron, 7th grade; and Brooklyn, 6th grade. Jeff is a real estate developer and broker and is actively involved Chamber of Commerce. The Parkers attend First Baptist Church where he is an adult teacher as well as chair of the Finance Committee.
Your prayers are coveted for the 13 men and women who selfishly give their time, energy and expertise to lead DHCA. We are grateful for their faithful leadership.
2 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
Our Plan for Impact Our strategic plan for Decatur Heritage is the result of a lengthy process that included many hours of prayer, discussion, and work by the parents, students sta , faculty, administration and trustees who comprised the Strategic Planning Team. During this intense procedure last spring, the Team was challenged to consider and wrestle with who we are as a school and what we seek to accomplish in the lives of our students. We our core values as
an institution and determined certain distinct qualities of a DHCA graduate.
At sixteen years old, Decatur Heritage is considered an infant on the educational landscape. However, God has blessed and positioned us for a future. We must take the foundation that has been laid and build on it the premier school in our area. The evidence of this success will be visible in our graduates as they go forth to impact their world.
These are exciting times at Decatur Heritage! This plan is visionary and can be transformative in the life of our school. Anticipate a detailed, color brochure highlighting our plans and goals by the of September.
Chairman, Board of Trustees
The Funding Paradigm Much of our time with our consultant during the strategic planning process was spent on grounding ourselves in our mission, vision, and values and then developing strategic initiatives to further that mission. However, just as in a classroom setting, we were given much homework! That homework centered around performing the needed research to be able to move beyond the “what” of the initiative itself into the much more detailed “how, when, and what next,” especially concerning the tactics proposed to meet our stated goals. Without that level of detail, we really don’t have a plan – it’s at best a vision for the future. As Steven Case, the founder of AOL, humorously stated, “A vision without a plan to execute is probably just a hallucination.”
Dreaming is fun; research is work. In Luke 14:28-30, Jesus assumes that counting the cost should be a natural part of any major endeavor. We needed to start with the “how” issues: do we have (or can we acquire) the personnel, the knowledge base, and the resources. Beyond just the start-up, is this tactic sustainable? The “when” question is also more complicated than just a start date. Is the initiative scalable in the event of lack of resources needed to fully implement (i.e. can we and productively run “half” a tactic)? Finally, we have to look at the “what next” question. Is a goal, however laudable, a continued path to the future or is it a potential dead-end if our environment or vision changes? For some of the goals and tactics, this work is substantially complete. For other portions of our plan, the research is still ongoing. As we roll out our strategic plan for your review, we will also keep you informed of these funding details as well. That side of it, while not nearly as exciting, is vital to turning the plan into sustainable, meaningful action. Our consultant, Dr. Alan Pue, warned us very early not to fall for the allure of the phrase “if you build it, they will come.” Many wonderful ministries who marched to that drumbeat now have foreclosure signs out front. The impact we are having on our students is too important for us to skip our homework!
3Decatur Heritage Christian Academy is a 501-C-3 non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Memorials, honorariums, and gifts may be mailed to DHCA, P. O. Box 5659, Decatur, AL 35601-0659.
Students in grades 5th-8th spent Monday, May 9, 2011 serving the surrounding community. They were divided into multi-grade groups and assigned a mission project for the day.
Missions included Neighborhood Christian Center; Center for Developmentally Disabled; PACT; tornado disaster relief in Moulton and Tanner; local fire and police stations; serving at the ground-breaking ceremony of a new park, Riverwild, while helping a group of developmentally disabled children enjoy the celebration; SACKS of Love; Meals on Wheels; and Alabama Baptist Children's Home.
Their actions was a way to express appreciation for and gratitude to Decatur's community servants. The day was a huge blessing to those served as well as to those serving!
At the conclusion of the day, students shared where they had seen God during the day. One student spoke “I had the privilege to pray for her.” Other testimonies included, “It was a sight seeing everyone working together.” and “Sometimes we think our life stinks, but we are really blessed.”
MISSIONS POSSIBLE 2011
4 “ is to assist families by providing their children with an education
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
world a bit, which I strongly advise every student to try in college! When I returned to Alabama, I got the opportunity to work at Samford’s International Studies Office. This experience helped me discover a passion for sending American students overseas and assisting international students in coming to the U.S., which is something I hope to be able to do in the future. After finishing undergrad, I stayed in Birmingham teaching literacy to American students and English as a second language to international students. Now I am working on a Masters in Applied Linguistics for Language Teachers at Monash University in Australia. Sam and I are planning on marrying next year and moving to Asia to teach English.
So, what impact did DHCA have on me? There are several good things, but I can’t overstate how much I appreciate the Biblical training I received at Decatur Heritage, especially the Systematic Theology and Apologetics classes. Like many college students, moving out on my own and facing new people, cultures, and ideas forced me to really question and refine my faith and beliefs. DHCA’s Bible classes gave me a good foundation from which to examine and continue accepting Christ. To all current DHCA students, whether or not you are a Christian, I encourage you to take advantage of these classes, too. Ask questions of Scripture and any of your teachers at Decatur Heritage – seek the truth! Make sure that whatever you believe is not just because of our culture or other people’s expectations.
Thanks to all my teachers at Decatur Heritage; I could tell that you cared and invested in us students. I appreciate that more than I can express, and I hope we make you proud! Thanks also to my graduating class for the good times we had; I hope you guys are all doing well.
Please contact me at [email protected] . I would love to hear from you! Victoria Stone
I’m Victoria Stone, a 2006 alumnus. After graduating from DHCA, I studied English and Japanese at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and at Samford University, where I met my amazing fiancé, Samuel Smith. During this time, I also studied abroad and roamed the
Chad OliverACSI District & RegionalCreative Writing CompetitionsSuperior Rating
Sarah Armstrongrecipient of the
Decatur-Morgan CountyChamber of Commerce
Mary Shaw Ozier Award
Eddie Walton2009 DHCA graduate President Black Student UnionAuburn University
Lunch order forms for the first week of school and the month of August are available at www.dhca.org. Please complete your order, attach payment and mail to DHCA, P.O. Box 5659, Decatur, AL 35601-0659 (Attn: Scarlet). Order forms are also available in the Cafeteria. Please return your order by August 3rd. Thank you for supporting the lunch program. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
Parent Association Kick Off MeetingWednesday ~ August 17
8:15amMedia Center
All parents are invited to attend
5tha t i s exce l l ent and which in s t i l l s B ib l i ca l p r inc ip l e s to gu ide the i r l i ve s .”
Heritage Celebration 2011"Aspire to Inspire"
October 20, 20115:30pm
Featuring artistic talent including live artist demonstrations
The Leaf Drop is back by popular demand valued at a free year of tuition!
Enjoy a delicious "Taste of the Town"
Silent auction
More information will be coming soon about Heritage Celebration 2011 will be coming soon, but mark your calendars and invite your friends!
WHY WE CHOSE DECATUR HERITAGEAs late in life parents, Joan and I wanted to make sure we made sound decisions about our daughter’seducation. We decided early on the things that were important to us when looking for an educationalfacility for our daughter. The things we were looking for was her safety, the quality of education shewould receive and most importantly, we wanted Gabriell to have a Christian faith based education.
With both of our careers being the Decatur area, we decided to place Gabriell at Decatur HeritageChristian Academy in the 3K program. From the start it was very evident this was much more thana daycare facility. During the 4K & 5K years, we noticed how happy our daughter was with DHCA.Gabriell learned at a fast pace which made us feel confident in the choice we had made. Gabriellcontinued to learn at a fast pace in first through sixth grade.
Joan and I credit most of her success to her teachers. Her teachers helped us with reinforcing ourexpectations of working hard and always trying to do her best. Being very satisfied with Gabriell’sprogress in her studies, we quickly noticed the loving environment she was in thanks to her teachers and the staff at DHCA.We noticed that the teachers at DHCA seem to treat the students (our daughter included) like their own children. The teachers are concerned for each child’s success and want the students to learn as much as the parents.
From junior high up to her present grade (10TH), the family environment grew stronger with sports, her curriculum and the friendships, making her experience with DHCA even more positive. Our daughter will be a junior this school year. When Gabriell completes her senior year in May of 2013, she will have spent 15 years of her blessed life at Decatur Heritage Christian Academy.
We know that as Gabriell progresses the next two school years, DHCA will have helped her to be ahead of the general population entering college in the fall of 2013. But more important she will be ahead in her personal spiritual life away from home. She will always have the faith that DHCA has helped us to grow in her as the basis for making future decisions that will help her navigate through life challenges.
In sharing our experiences with Decatur Heritage, Joan & I would like to thank Mr. Mayo and his staff, the wonderful teachers and the Board for their leadership in making Decatur Heritage a reality. We thank all of you from the bottom of our hearts for making it possible for our daughter to experience a loving and godly environment while providing her with a great education and a wonderful school experience.
God Bless and Thanks Again,
Brett & Joan Jeffreys
Decatur Heritage Parent Association
2011-2012 Officers
Elena Suggs, PresidentSonya Hodge, First Vice President
Mandy Sample, Second Vice PresidentFran Johnson, Secretary
Angie Telepun, Treasurer
There are a few committee positions remaining to be filled. If you are in serving on the Parent Association Leadership Team, please contact any of the officers above.
August 11 Classes BeginSeptember 5 Labor Day HolidayOctober 17 Fall HolidayNovember 11 Veterans Day HolidayNovember 23-25 Thanksgiving HolidaysDecember 16 Classes Dismiss for HolidaysJanuary 3 Classes ResumeJanuary 16 Martin Luther King HolidayFebruary 2-3 Student HolidaysFebruary 20 Presidents’ Day HolidayMarch 12-16 Spring HolidaysApril 6 Good Friday HolidayMay 25 Classes Dismiss for Summer
BIRTHDAYDaija Milam Jackson McDanielfrom Bea and Pa-Paw from Mom & Dad
Carter Samplefrom the Hellard family
Conner McDaniel Katelyn McDanielfrom Mom & Dad from Mom & Dad
Happy Retirement to Two of Decatur Heritage’s Finest!!May 22, 2011 marked the end of an era as Mrs.Fanny Adams and Coach John Cochran bidfarewell to their career. Mrs. Adams began hertenure in 1994 teaching kindergarten and was serving as Librarian at the time of her retirement.Coach Cochran began coaching varsity girlsbasketball in 2001. In 2003, he joined the faculty to teach history. For the lives you have changed throughout the years, enjoy yourretirement knowing that you are loved and admired! Happy Retirement!!!
NOW FORMING.........MAGNIFY5th & 6th Grade Students
MAGNIFY is an Honors Choir that represents Decatur Heritage in the area participates in festivals, and leads in POWER UP. Information on auditions will be announced in August.
7Decatur Heritage Christian Academy is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and is a member in good standing with the Association of Christian Schools International.
The 2011-2012 DHCA Varsity Cheerleaders participated in FCC’s Christian Cheer Camp at Fort Bluff in Dayton, Tennessee June 6th-9th. While there, the girls received 1st place with their home cheer and 2nd place in Camp Champs. Aspen Bevel was the overall Tumble Jam Winner and she and Anna McWhorter were named FCC All-Stars.
Coaches: Lindsey Case, Laura Meek, Paizley Coffey
Aspen Bevel and Anna McWhorter (seated in front)Ryann Schlangen, Ashlyn Kurzhal, Mackenzie Borden, Reagan Spencer, Myana Hendricks, Amy Wilson, and Hannah Gladish
RACES BEGIN EARLY SEPTEMBERMEET IN GYM PARKING LOT AFTER SCHOOL TO GO TO WILSON MORGAN PARK FOR PRACTICE.
First MatchAugust 18, 4pm
JV & Varsity at PricevilleMiddle School at DHCA
Coaching StaffYvonne Holiday - Varsity
Paula Armstrong - Assistant VarsityKelly Garland - Junior Varsity
Heather Sparkman - Middle School
MEET THE EAGLESSaturday, August 13th at 6pmWest Morgan Football Stadium
Players will be introducedPurple/White Football ScrimmageEntertainment from the Pep Band
Volleyball demonstrationPerformance by the Cheerleaders
Catered box dinner from Apple Lane FarmsSpirit Booth available for your shopping pleasure
Advance reservations required by August 1 and will include dinner for each member of your family at $10 per person (maximum $50 per family).
Name:________________________________________# of dinners ____________Please mail reservation along with check to DHCA Athletic Booster Club, P.O. Box 5659, Decatur, AL 35601-0659.
8 Decatur Heritage Christian Academy is a member of the Alabama High School Athletic Association.
The Decatur Daily Recognizes Decatur Heritage AthletesSoftball
Peyton Barthel Bekah Voss All-Area Team Blakley Stephenson
Honorable Mention
All-Area Team Honorable Mention
Lee Will James Brad Godwin Brown Vinton Ellis Morgan County
Lions Club East West All-Star
All-Area Team
Susan Rachel Michael Landon Moore SoloRio Howard Little
Honorable Mention
Abbi Hill Merrell Bowman Emme Slaton Kyle Kurzhal Trevor Kurzhal Ryan Runager Brent King
Baseball
Tennis
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WELCOME new DHCA families!!!Rylan Bailey, K5 Shine Barran, K5 Taylor Barran, K5 son of Ryan & Ragan Bailey son of Em & Jill Barran daughter of George & Brooke Barran
Brady Baylis, K5 Jacob Belcher, K5 Allison, K5 & Catherine Blevins, 3rdson of John & Tammy Baylis son of James & Karen Belcher daughters of Billy & Abbie Blevins
Tre’Juan & Tre’Vaun Briston, K5 Lillianna Whaley, K5 Presley Wright, K5sons of Trana Briston daughter of Zack & Laurel Whaley daughter of Clinton & Allison Wright
Ali Carden, 9th Nicholas Sanders, 1st Mariah Vincent, 9thdaughter of Todd & Denise Carden son of Matt & Amber Case daughter of Jerry & Wilma Clifton
Georgia Peterson, 8th Hunter Dupes, 6th Baileigh Evans, 7thdaughter of Je & Nancy Dunlap son of John & Colleen Dupes daughter of David Evans
Frank, 3rd & Amelia Felix, 2nd Logan Fiske, 7th Kenzie Fletcher, 6thchildren of Jose & Elizabeth Felix son of Michael & Rhonda Fiske daughter of Kenneth & Sescily Fletcher
Garrett Gladish, 9th Jayden LeCompte, K5 Noah Hembree, K5son of Reggie & Traci Gladish son of Jason & Andrea LeCompte son of Zachary & Jessica Hembree
Andrew Rawson, 4th Jasper Millican, K5 Joshua Murray, 1stson of William Rawson & Britt Lovelace son of Kirk & Elizabeth Mullican Chris & Connie Murray
Gentry Nelson, 1st Austin Smith, 8th Ryann Spencer, 6thson of Joshua & Sarah Nelson son of Je & Kim Smith daughter of Michael & Jennifer Spencer
Abigail Terry, 4th Oliver Vaessen, K5 Kennedy Kyle, K5daughter of Burt & Michele Terry son of Bryce & Carrie Vaessen daughter of Tommy & Heather Kyle
Carson, 6th, John, 4th & Sawanya Patipatvasin, 10th Christopher, 5th, Caleb, 2nd & Jada Burks,Olivia Bryant, 3rd Thailand exchange student 1st children of Kevin & Geena Bryant of John & Cynthia McCormick children of Nathan & Vicki Burks
Brandon Smith, 9th Autym Brown, K5 Buck Thomas, 5th son of Allen & Kimberly Smith daughter of Terrish Orr son of David Thomas & Dalinda Willis
Courtney Crain, K5 Rachel Love, 11th Boban Pinic, 12thdaughter of Melissa Crain daughter of David & Lisa Love Serbia Exchange Student
ORIENTATIONS 4pm 5:30pm 6:15pm 7pm August 16, 7pm K5-4th Grade 5th & 6th Grade New 7th-12th Grade All 7th Grade 7th-12th Grade Students & Parents Students & Parents
AUGUST 10New 1st-6th Students LOWER SCHOOL “MEET AND GREET” ICE CREAM SOCIAL find your classroom, meet your teacher, and unpack your school supplies 1pm, Cafetorium 2pm-3pm
AUGUST 11 7:45 - 2:45 8am-9am 8am - 3pm All Upper School students ”Kindergarten Breakfast” All students in 1st through 6threport to the Gym for Media Center grades report to the Cafetoriumschedules and instructions. Hugs & tissues provided for welcome and dismisal. WELCOME BACK!!!!
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Decatur Heritage Christian Academy is a 501-C-3 non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Memorials, honorariums, and gifts may be mailed to DHCA, P. O. Box 5659, Decatur, AL 35601-0659.
