Reflector Winter 2003 - Timothy Christian Schools

Campus NewsNew Faculty and Staff ProfilesThe following mini-biographies and first impressionswere offered by those new to Timothy ChristianSchools this fall.Marlene BoonstraElementary ArtIn addition to being a wife and amother of four children ages 17,16, 12, and 8, I have worked asa self-employed artist since graduatingfrom Trinity Christian College in 1982. Most ofmy work is done in watercolor and I am recognized asa portrait artist or “people painter.” I was awarded signaturestatus in both the American Watercolor Societyand the Midwest Watercolor Society for my contributionsto the field of watercolor painting. For the last 20years I have been represented by severalgalleries including the Grand Gallery (formerly theBergsma Gallery) at the Amway Grand Plaza in GrandRapids, Michigan. In December 2002 I received aMaster’s Degree in Painting and Drawing as well ascertification as an Art Specialist K-12. As a result of myeducational and professional experiences, mypaintings have been purchased for permanentcollections in museums, hospitals, and variouscorporations. They have also been featured in avariety of books and periodicals including Splash,Best of Watercolor 2, and Watercolor Magic. The bestmoments of my day are making art with others—adultsand children alike.Art CarlsonHigh School MathematicsPrior to teaching at Timothy Itaught for 34 years in the mathdepartment at Conant HighSchool in Hoffman Estates,Illinois. In addition to that I taught one year (1992-93)at Vienna Christian School in Vienna, Austria. My wifeand I have been married for nearly 29 years. We have adaughter Jill who is a 4th grade teacher and a son Danwho works in retail. My wife teaches 3rd grade atDowners Grove Christian School. We live in Palatineand attend Grace Community Church there, whereI am involved as an elder and chairman of our pastoralsearch committee. I have degrees from TrinityInternational University in Deerfield, Illinois and aM.S. from Northern Illinois University in Dekalb.Raquel FreytesHigh School SpanishI was born in Chicago, where Istill reside. My parents are originallyfrom Puerto Rico. I graduatedfrom Kelvyn Park HighSchool in Chicago in 1995, and Northeastern IllinoisUniversity in 2001. I am a youth leader at my localchurch and I’m also part of the youth board committeerepresenting my church at the regional level. Alongwith the board members I travel to different youthevents supervising the youth associations and leaders.This has taken me to Ohio, Tennessee, Indiana,Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania. It’s fun, buttakes many weekends during the school year. I’ve alsobeen to Costa Rica, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico onmission trips. You might say I love to serve and travel.6 Reflector WINTER 2004

Judy SytsmaMiddle SchoolI am a Timothy graduate (’75)and in 1975 married TomSytsma, also a Timothy graduate(’73). We have four children, allof whom attended Timothy. Erin (’98) currently teaches7th grade in Honduras, Micah (’00) is in his fourthyear at Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan—alsostudying to be a teacher—and Janna (’03) is a freshmanat Calvin. Joel is in the 8th grade at Timothy.I was a stay-at-home Mom for eighteen years, with asmall daycare business in my home. When Joel entered1st grade, I decided to go to college and fulfill a lifelongdream of teaching. I started out slowly taking afew classes at College of DuPage and in 1998 I enteredElmhurst College as a full-time student. I graduated inFebruary of 2002 with an endorsement in LanguageArts, Social Sciences, and Middle School. I taught 8thgrade at a public school in Berkely for the last year anda half.I feel so blessed to be at Timothy, teaching covenantchildren. If any of you think that you might know me itmight be because I have been involved in the AthleticBooster Club, directing the concessions operation forthe last few years.Nancy Lewis WieringaSecond GradeI attended Trinity ChristianCollege and received a Bachelorof Arts in K-9 ElementaryEducation and Psychology witha Special Education minor. A fourteen year veteran ofwomen’s fast pitch softball, I started my own Fastpitch softball instruction company and will be puttingthis talent to use by coaching Timothy’s varsitysoftball team.I am twenty-two and married Timothy graduate DanielWieringa (’97) on December 28. My family lives inBatavia, Illinois, and Dan and I live in Elmhurst.IN-SERVICE SUMMARYIn October Dr. Dan Vander Ark, the ExecutiveDirector of Christian Schools International led theTimothy faculty in a workshop related to one of ourNorth Central Accreditation goals: “All students willimprove their ability to understand, interpret, andapply a Reformed Christian perspective, as stated inthe Timothy Mission and Vision statement, throughoutthe school.”During this workshop, teachers worked on either alesson or a teaching unit to see how a lofty goal likethis is translated into the daily work of the classroom.WINTER 2004Reflector9

Support Group NewsIt’s “New to You”by Colette MoranTimothy Christian School Opens Resale ShopAfter months of planning, the New to You ResaleStore—a charitable venture taken on by TimothyChristian School—opened its doors on June 14th. Alarge storefront at the corner of 17th Avenue and RooseveltRoad in the town of Broadview was appropriated to sell“upscale resale” and other gently used items donated mostlyby the Timothy community. The proceeds arebenefiting the scholarship funds of Timothy and threeChristian schools in Chicago: Humboldt Park CommunityChristian, Chicago Westside Christian, and Daystar School.The official dedication was held two weeks after the openingand was attended by the principals of the four schools andthe mayor of Broadview. By that time, the store was alreadya huge success. In its first full week of operation the storegenerated over $11,000 in support of the scholarships, andsince then has been taking in around $1,200 per week.“We already have very loyal customers, some who stop inevery day,” said Colette Valrie, the manager of the store andits only paid employee. “One customer told me that this is herMarshall Field’s—where she comes to get the good stuff. Andseveral have told me they like the spirit of the volunteers.”The store has a large floor space that makes for easy shoppingof the multitude of items available. There are all kinds offurniture, from bedroom and dining room sets to lamps andframed artwork. Many housewares are to be found, fromlarge appliances and ceiling fans to linens and knick-knacksof all shapes and sizes. There are even electronic andcomputer items available, including some computer games.Several rows of shelved books are flanked by the sportinggoods that include golf clubs and bicycles. There are officesupplies, and a pretty well-stocked area of toys and games.And, of course, there is plenty of clothing. There is ampleStore manager Collette Valrie (left) with loyal volunteers10 Reflector WINTER 2004

“New to You” Resale Shop manager Collette Valrie and BoardPresident George Hoekstra present Superintendent Dan Van Prooyenwith the first check from store proceeds“New to You” volunteersroom for going through the organized racks of clothing formen, women, and children. You can find everything from hatsand shoes to jeans and dresses. A boutique area holds the formalwear,and there is an area reserved for seasonal items.What is also especially nice about the store is the large numberof volunteers available on the sales floor to assist you. Overthe summer, more than 30 teachers from the four schools haveassisted the ranks in running the store. There is a good basisof volunteers, and Valrie anticipates that parents and otherswill take up the slack once school starts again.Because of the volume of customers, the store is in constantneed of replenishing, and is accepting items whenever it isopen. (The hours of operation are: MTuWF 10-4, Th 10-8,and Sa 10-3.) Housewares and girls’ clothing are especiallyin short supply, and the biggest seller is furniture. (Largepieces of furniture can be picked up: just call 708-344-8477to make arrangements. Call this same number to find outabout volunteer opportunities.)“We have been very pleased with the positive feedback wehave received from the residents of the neighborhood, theother local businesses, and the city,” said Valrie. “So far,everything has gone as smoothly as could be expected.”–Collette Moran, Timothy parent and reporter for theElmhurst IndependentKNICKERBOCKER MALE CHORUSRECORDINGS AVAILABLEMany Timothy friends recall the famousKnickerbocker Male Chorus whose concertsbenefited Timothy Christian Schools. A tape oftheir 40th Anniversary Concert from November16, 1968 has been found and re-recorded fromthe original monaural tape.This concert included many former members ofthe chorus during the second half of the program.The tape of this concert is now available in apackage of two CDs or two cassette tapes. Thesound is very good. All proceeds from the saleof this recording will go to Timothy to benefit thechoral program. The suggested cost is $25 for aset of CDs, or $20 for a set of cassettes.To order your copies—excellent gifts by theway—please contact the Timothy BusinessOffice at 630-833-4616. Please add $3 perset for shipping and handling.If you are unable to pay the full price, paywhat you can afford. The cost of making therecordings has been underwritten.Reprinted with permission from the Elmhurst Independent NewspaperWINTER 2004Reflector11

Support Group NewsRefunders Reduxby Barbara Van Kampen SnellaIn the last issue we ran this picture“From the Archives.” We run it onceagain, with a more detailed explanationof the work of the “Refunders.”This picture is of a few of the ladies whohelped in the refunding effort forTimothy, posing in front of some of thecartons full of labels they had collected.This was in Mary Cook’s basement inCicero. Top row, left to right: WinnieKooy, Tracie Hoffman, Effie Post, GloriaVan Ryn, Tillie Wiltjer, Mary Cook.Bottom row, left to right: CatherineWieringa, Grace Rosenwinkle, HenriettaVan Kampen (photo courtesy of Gloria Van Ryn)As readers may know, Timothy has several“label saving” programs that raise moneyand provide equipment for the school. Two of the longestrunning are Campbell’s “Labels for Education” and GeneralMills’ “Boxtops for Education.” These both had their rootsin the “Refunders” group that was started by HarrietBoerman and Alida Boerman in the early 1970s. Alida waspresident of the Timothy Mother’s Club and was lookingfor a new fundraising idea. Harriet Boerman’s sister lived inMichigan, and Harriet said “they were refunding successfullyin Michigan, and my sister sent us all the information to getstarted.” A group of ladies began collecting labels, boxtops,and proof of purchase symbols from every product imaginable.Then, they sorted them by brand and looked for refundand gift opportunities. The forms were mailed in to themanufacturers, who sent merchandise and rebate checks toTimothy supporters, who in turn returned the money andproducts to the school. The Refunders started out with afew shelves in Harriet Boerman’s basement, then moved tothe basement of Warren Park Christian Reformed Church.Other refunding headquarters included the basements ofEffie Post, Tena Sietsema, and Mary Cook. As they gotmore proficient at refunding, Timothy supporters savedmore and more packaging. There were so many cardboardboxes, a moving truck was needed every time theThe Timothy “Refunders”Refunders relocated! They eventually landed at Timothy’shigh school, in the room that’s now used for sports trainingand first aid.In addition to rebate checks, they also received many prizesand products, which were sold at the annual Timothybazaar. Food, toys, school supplies, light bulbs, books—youname it, they sold it at the bazaar!The ladies met one day a week, and would sort the labels andboxtops during the morning, then address envelopes and fillout forms in the afternoon. According to Grace Rosenwinkle,they “had a good time laughing and visiting while sorting,then were more quiet as they got down to business doing thedetailed work.” Gloria Van Ryn said, “The coffee wasalways on, with plenty of home baked goodies.” Both Mrs.Rosenwinkle and Mrs. Van Ryn recalled the fun they had,along with a real sense of accomplishment. Some ladies camefrom the Cicero area and from Saratoga Grove in Downer’sGrove to help with this work, and were thankful for thisopportunity to give back to Timothy. Mrs. Van Ryn said“They loved to spend time with friends, and loved making asubstantial contribution to the school.”12 Reflector WINTER 2004

And it was substantial. All of this clipping, sorting, andmailing paid off, according to treasurer Minnie Hoffman’smeticulous reports. From 1975 to 2000, the Refundersdonated over $131,617 to Timothy!In 2000, the high school needed the space that was beingused for refunding, and the Refunders’ group was aging.They moved their operation to Gloria Van Ryn’s basement,where they wrapped up their fund raising.Now, the Campbell’s “Labels for Education” and “Boxtopsfor Education” programs are both handled in the elementaryschool office, mainly by Debbie Boomsma. Mrs. Boomsmasaid “The Campbell’s Program isn't a money raiser really, wejust receive free PE Equipment with the labels we send in.For example—this year we sent in 29,750 labels and wereable to get a hockey goal, jump ropes, soccer, football,playground balls & basketballs, bases & cones, Hi-lowscoops, etc. Our highest year ever was one year we turned in42,000 labels. Soup consumption must be going down,because we haven't had as many labels turned in recently,even though our student population is very high. TheBoxtops program is free money. This year we received twochecks—one for $795 and the other for $810. I already haveover $360 ready for the October turn in!”Please contact Debbie Boomsma at 630-833-4717 if youhave any questions, or would like a refunding envelopelisting all the labels to save. Also, check out Timothy’sweb site www.timothychristian.com for additional details,including the K Mart School Spirit and Target programs.SCHOOLPOP.COM PURCHASE BENEFITTIMOTHY AGAINShop online? Timothy supporters who do onceagain benefited Timothy by having a rebate ontheir purchase sent our way. Merchants whoparticipated this last quarter were:AreYouGame.com; Barnes&Noble.com; EddieBauer; Hallmark Flowers; Kohl’s; Lands’ End;Peapod; and Talbot’s. Check it out atSchoolpop.com and designate TimothyChristian Schools as your school of choice.Of course, Timothy could use even more labels andboxtops, and Mrs. Boomsma would like to receive thembefore they expire. She said, “I guess sending the labels inregularly is the biggest issue. For example, a couple ofweeks ago we got in over $50 worth of boxtops that had allexpired back in 2001. That was really sad! If people couldturn their boxtops and labels in to the office regularly, we'dbe able to take full advantage of these great programs. Ifeveryone who reads this article would commit to savingthese, we could probably increase the amount we earn byten times or more!”Timothy Christian Schools is fortunate to have haddedicated volunteers throughout its history, who each in hisor her own way embraced Timothy’s mission statement:“Serving God and His people, Timothy Christian Schoolsdevelops academically prepared Christian disciples whoembrace Christ’s call to transform the world.” It’s good toknow that we can all help Timothy accomplish this goal,even by saving soup labels!TIMOTHY’S 2004 AUCTIONYou don’t want to miss Timothy’s auctionthis year, scheduled for April 24, 2004. Thecommittee is making plans, but we still needideas, donations, and contributions to helpmake this evening a success. Talk to yourfriends about reserving a table for the dinner,and plan for a great night! More information willbe coming home with your students, andthe Auction Book will come home in April. Pleasecall chairperson Cindy Vander Woude708-354-3417 to make donations!WINTER 2004Reflector13

Elementary School NewsCLUBS GEAR UP FOR FEBRUARYPrincipal Tom Mulder reports that five 4th-6th grade clubsare at work in the elementary school. Chess Club, sponsoredby parent Todd Barre and teacher Mike Engbers; Math Clubsponsored by teacher Marge Bogdalek; Writers Club sponsoredby librarian Sue Stein and teacher Sara Brouwer; JuniorGreat Books sponsored by teacher Ann Bakker; and Art Clubsponsored by teacher Rachel Hoogstra.Matt Barre(left) &Ben Zigtermanknow their geographySTUDENT COMPETES IN NATIONALCHESS TOURNAMENTGEOGRAPHY BEE WINNERSCongratulations to BenZigterman who took 1st placein the 4th-6th grade Geo Bee inOctober. Ben, Donte Williams(2nd place) and Tom Burnham(3rd) joined the Middle Schoolat their Bee, where Matt Barretook 1st place and BenZigterman was runner-up.Steven Barre finished 13th on tiebreak (actually tied for 8th)in the 5th Grade Section of the National K-12 ScholasticChess Championships held in nearby Rosemont. He scoredfive wins, one draw, and one loss in a field of 225 players.The tournament annually crowns national chess championsin all grades from kindergarten through 12th grade, anddrew 2,032 players from 38 states.THANKSGIVING FOODDRIVE THANKSElementary parents andstudents gave tremendoussupport of our Thanksgivingfood drive. With their help41 shopping carts full of foodwere collected, and studentswere able to give RoselandChristian Ministries andLawndale CRC each $70.00Students load the truck forRoseland ChristianMinistries during theThanksgiving Food Drivein cash. Both Pastor Tony and Pastor Jim spoke at ourThanksgiving chapel and were very appreciative of ourcollection. Their ministries will be blessed by these efforts.Math Triathlon champions with teachersJane Duiven and Marge BogdalekTIMOTHY STUDENTS TAKE FIRST IN MATH TRIATHLONTrinity Christian College (Palos Heights) sponsored a MathTriathlon November 21 at Roseland Christian School. SevenChristian schools from the Chicagoland area participated.Each school sent a team consisting of four students fromgrades three through six. These sixteen students competedin three events.The first event was an individual test taken by each student.The top scorers for Timothy:3rd grade: Tim Huizinga and Andrew Groenewold4th grade: Paul Cladek and Andrea Cladek5th grade: Danny Huizinga and Steve Barre6th grade: Jonathan ProctorThe second event was a team test and the team ofJonathan Proctor (6th), Nate Ziegler (5th), Jasmine Stein(4th), and Randall Harris (3rd) won first place with aperfect score of 50.The third event was a team relay involving all 16 students.Timothy’s team came in first. The team included the abovementioned students and Josh Van Zeelt, Tom Burnham, JeffVander Kamp, David Goldberg, Christopher Ridolphi, andMatt Huizinga.Timothy came in with an overall school rank of First Place!The students had an exciting and fun day using their mathskills. Congratulations to all the students who participated.They were accompanied by teachers Jane Duiven (3rd) andMarge Bogdalek (6th).14 Reflector WINTER 2004

Middle School News“Our God Reigns”Each year the Elementary/Middle School facultyset a theme for the year, which is carried outin a variety of ways throughout the year:worship services, hallway and classroomposters, or the focus for prayer. Middle schoolLanguage Arts teacher Sara Brouwer gave her7th grade students the assignment to writeabout the meaning of the phrase for their ownfaith development. Here are excerpts fromsome of the responses:“‘My God Reigns’ affects the way I view mylife, my attitudes, and the decisions I make.”–Rick Pospisil“God has the power to do anything possibleand impossible, and my faith tells me that Hecontrols the direction of my life at all times.”–Shannon McNeil“My God reigns over the entire universe, butjust as importantly he reigns over every aspectof my life. Jesus is my king and I want to behis faithful and loyal servant. Therefore everythingI do and say should reveal myallegiance to him.” –Anneke Stremler“The words ‘My God Reigns’ impact my lifein my family. I think it is so amazing howmany blessings we have in our family anddon’t realize it. I should be grateful for themevery day. Also, the love in my family is neverending.God lets us as a family love each otherand others around us. To be able to have siblingsand parents is the greatest blessing. Godimpacts us to serve him through each other.”–Connie WieringaPrincipal Tom explains the Christmas Challengeto the middle schoolCHRISTMAS CHALLENGEby Principal Tom MulderSomething happened on the Wednesday before Christmas,something that I’d never experienced before in my twelveyears of administration.That morning, as I returned to my office from the carol singat Faith Church across the street from school, a gentlemanslipped into my office. I didn’t recognize him, and he insistedon anonymity.“Would you be willing to distribute these to ten, randomlychosen students?” he asked me, setting a rubber-bandedpacket of envelopes on my office table.When I asked him what they were, he said, “Take a look.”He picked up and handed one to me. They were unsealed.Inside was a bank envelope, the kind with a circle cut-outfor the president’s face to show when you open it. Attachedto the inside flap was this computer-processed note:In the spirit of Christmas, the Spirit of Christ,How much good can you do with this?Christ is counting on you.Ten envelopes, all the same, each stuffed with a crisp $50.“Yes, I could do that.”16 Reflector WINTER 2004

“God bless you.” He gave me a hug. Tears streamed downhis face. And immediately he ran out of my office, keptrunning outside to his car, and drove away.At noon the same day, we gathered all the middle schoolstudents together in the auditorium to share this story withthem. And underneath ten auditorium seats, randomlychosen, was taped a little picture of Mary and Joseph withthe infant Jesus. These students were called forward afterwardsand asked to share any ideas they had, to talk withtheir parents about envelope’s contents, and then challengedto put it to good kingdom-work over the Christmas vacation.On Wednesday morning, the week after New Year’s Day, the“random ten” told us how they invested their $50 at MiddleSchool worship.As Alli Woldman concluded her Middle School Journalismarticle, “Think about this: this man gave 500 dollars to aschool; it could have been any school, but he chose us. Whatwould you have done with the money?”MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTSFifty percent of our 92 seventh graders qualified for theNational Talent Search. Thirty-one percent of our 65 eighthgraders qualified. To qualify, students must score 95 or higherin their composite score, math or reading score, or in certainmath and reading subscores. Qualifying makes them eligibleto take the ACT or SAT test later this winter. They alsomay sign up for gifted classes offered by NorthwesternUniversity.Each had invested a great amount of time, thought, andprayer to their decision.Molly McNicholas spoke about Jesus’ Parable of the Talentsas her impetus to challenge relatives to match her gift to“Crisis Nursery,” donating $200 altogether.Emily Thiess read from an essay she had written, as well asthe response from her church’s coffee break director. Emilyhad learned of a woman with three children who attends thecoffee break ministry, whose husband is unemployed, andwho has been struggling to pay bills around Christmastime.The money helped her make the payments as a “gift to herin the name of Jesus.” As the thank you note states, “Thatway God gets the credit, not you or me!”Prison Fellowship, the Salvation Army, Elim ChristianSchools, the World Bible League, orphans in Jamaica, andindividual church causes were programs benefiting from ouranonymous benefactors’ generosity through our students’selection and contribution. All ten had thoughtfully investedthe $50 toward a Christ-honoring cause.What a blessing and opportunity to “pay it forward” in Hiskingdom! Praise God for this anonymous man who blessedthe Timothy community by involving us in his act ofChristian charity.WINTER 2004Reflector17

Middle School NewsTIMOTHY STUDENTS COMPETE IN NATIONALKARATE CHAMPIONSHIPCongratulations to Peter and Alexandra Hegel, who distinguishedthemselves in Shotokan Karate Clubs NationalChampionship competition. Peter took first place in “forms”and Alexandra fourth place in “basics.” Well done!MIDDLE SCHOOL CHRISTMAS SERVICE PROJECT(OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD)The middle school leadership class worked along withSamaritan’s Purse, an international relief organization, tocollect shoe boxes filled with Christmas gifts and supplies(soap, socks, tooth brushes, etc.) for children in other countrieswho would not otherwise receive gifts. The boxes were sentto Africa, Eastern Europe, and South America. The studentscollected for two weeks and afterwards we delivered 114shoe boxes full of toys and supplies and $450 (for shipping).It was a wonderful turn out.TIMOTHY STUDENT IN BALLET PERFORMANCEEighth grader Megan Kaszuba danced in the MidwestBallet Theater's production of “The Nutcracker.” Duringthe four performances over two weekends in November,Megan danced the roles of the Maid, a soldier, and aChinese dancer. She also danced in the Waltz of theFlowers. Congratulations on a job well-done!MIDDLE SCHOOL SERVICE PROJECTSOn Thursday, October 24, our middle school studentsparticipated in an afternoon of service learning. Thestudents were formed into groups and given a specificassignment. They included reading to grade schoolstudents, helping Mrs. Stein in the library, yard work orsinging at Saratoga Residences, visiting residents of RestHaven Christian Services, helping at the New to You ResaleShop, assisting in the High School library and various fooddrives throughout the Elmhurst area. It was time well spentas our students experienced the joy of serving others.MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER TEAM CHAMPSCongratulations to the Middle School ”A” Soccer Teamcomprised of 7th & 8th graders who won the HighlandChristian Tournament. A total of eight schools participatedin the tournament. Timothy played a great game againstDemotte, which qualified them for the Championship Gameagainst Oak Lawn where they captured first place.Congratulations!SPELLING BEE CHAMPSThe winners of this year’s spelling bee are:Middle School 1st Place - Eileen King (8th grade); 2nd Place- Corey Van Dyk (7th grade)Elementary 1st Place - Tom Burnham (6th grade); 2nd Place- Daniel Huizinga (5th grade)MIX IT UPK-8 Counselor Cathi Schuurman and 8th grade teacher KaraHackert organized a “Mix-It-Up” program in the cafeteriato find positive ways to help students break out of theircomfortable social circles and cliques and meet classmatesthey might not otherwise get to knowTIMOTHY STUDENT EARNS GOLD MEDALCompeting in the 2003 National In-line Speed and FigureSkating Championship this summer, 7th grader Allison Boltand her partner Tony Peck took the Freshman Pairs title,earning a gold medal. Peck, 15, a four-time champion in theevent, skated with Allison, 12, who was in her first year offreshman competition. To get to this point requires manyhours of dedication and practice.According to the article in the Lincoln Journal Star, Allisonand her partner are already focusing on qualifying for theJunior World team next year. Congratulations, Allison!18 ReflectorWINTER 2004

High School NewsThursday October 9, 20035:00 am – Depart TCHS9:00 am – Gas Break, breakfast/snack break1:30 pm – Rest area stop Port Huron--(Pack a brown bag lunch)4:30 pm – Check into motelFree time – motel has an indoor pool and outdoortennis courts – supper at local fast food8:00 pm – Loves Labors Lost, A Shakespeare Comedy11:00 pm – Coffee & dessert at William’s Coffee Shoppe12:00 pm – Post play discussion and devotionsFriday October 10, 200310:00 am – Devotions10:30 am – Group pictures along the Avon River11:00 am – Shopping and browse downtown Stratford(lunch on your own)2:00 pm – King And I, a Rodgers and Hammerstein musical5:00 pm – Post-show talk with Festival participant6:15 pm – Dinner at Olde English Parlour8:00 pm – Taming Of The Shrew, A Shakespeare Comedy11:00 pm – Post plays discussion and devotionsSaturday October 11, 20038:15 am – Devotions9:00 am – Backstage tour10:00 am – Check out of motel11:00 am – Warehouse tour12:15 am – Downtown Stratford quaint shops(lunch on your own)2:00 pm – Present LaughterA British comedy by Noel Coward4.30 pm – Depart from Stratford8:00 pm – Check in Comfort Inn Motel, Flint, MI8:30 pm – Pizza Hut dinner9:30 pm – Swim and relax at the hotel11:00 pm – End of trip discussion, reactions,suggestions, and devotionsBiennial Stratford Shakespeare Festival Tripby Judd Rinsema, high school librarianEvery other year since 1990 Timothy Christian High Schoolstudents eagerly follow that rather rigorous schedule of activitiesfor a weekend in the fall for the Stratford ShakespeareFestival trip to Stratford, Ontario, Canada. Named afterShakespeare’s home in England long before the festival began,the town is in the heart of an agricultural region. The aromaof spread manure fills the Fall air. It seems an unlikely placefor the home of the largest classical repertory theatre festivalin North America.Founded by Tyrone Guthrie, the festival has been held sincethe 1953 when Sir Alec Guinness spoke the opening linesfrom Richard III in its inaugural performance. Otherinternationally renowned performers who have graced itsstages are Alan Bates, Brian Bedford, Hume Cronyn, ColmFeore, Lorne Greene, Julie Harris, William Hutt, JamesMason, Loreena McKennitt, Richard Monette, John Neville,Christopher Plummer, Kate Reid, Jason Robards, PaulScofield, William Shatner, Maggie Smith, Jessica Tandy,and Peter Ustinov.Sunday October 12, 20037:30 am – Depart from motel9:00 am – Worship at the River Terrace CRC,East Lansing, MI10:30 am – Depart from East Lansing3:15 pm – Arrive TCHSHats Off programA close encounter with the BardWINTER 2004Reflector19

High School NewsTimothy Christian trips began with Judd and LindaRinsema. “We had previously taken student groups fromLynden Christian to the Ashland, Oregon ShakespeareFestival. When we got to Chicago, we looked for a similarexperience to offer students at Timothy Christian,” said cosponsorJudd Rinsema.The trip is open to anystudent interested in theater.Participants haveincluded serious theaterstudents who have goneon to major in theater incollege and others whohave never been in a playor who have never evenseen a Shakespeare play.The selection of whichfour plays the groupattends is made by thestudents from among thedozen or more that playin any given season. Thegoal is usually to see twoShakespeare plays, amusical, and a contemporaryplay. Having justreturned from the trip,students now are signingup for the 2005 trip. Students have the opportunity to earnpart of their way by working in the Athletic Booster Clubconcessions booth at home volleyball and basketballgames.Stratford Festival students and the Bard of AvonThe trip allows students to “live into” the theater experiencefor three and a half days. “Every time we go the kidsare excited for the event but the moment they step into thetheater the stage takes life far beyond their expectations,”said co-sponsor Linda Rinsema.Stratford students in costumeSeniors Kristin Raley, Jana Meulink and Amy Handy firsttook the trip as sophomores in 2001. They were the firstthree to sign up for the 2003 trip. Kristin reflects on hertrips. “The Stratford trip is such a unique experience, and Idon’t think I can do it justice when I describe it to my familyand friends. My love for theater and especiallyShakespeare’s writing (which helps a lot in AP English!) hasgrown tremendously. At Stratford you eat, sleep, and thinktheater. It’s inescapable!” Classmate Jana Meulink said thatin addition to getting an “insightful glimpse into the magicalworld professional acting and seeing the ‘clockwork’ ofmany productions through the tours and interviews, I lovedsharing such an experience with peers who enjoyed it asmuch as I did.”Amie Bommelje echoed that thought, “It was fun toexperience both front of stage and backstage aspects of the20 ReflectorWINTER 2004

theater especially because I could enjoy it with people whowere enjoying it as much as I was.”“I loved having the opportunity to go to Stratford andexperience high quality theater. It was wonderful to see allthat goes into play production including the costumes,props, armor. I also really enjoyed getting a chance to talkto and hear from the actor and dancer and get insight intotheir lives,” said senior Linda Deddo.“For me, the opening of ‘The King and I’ summed up thewhole experience,” said Junior Julia Moran Meland.“White silk sails covered the stage as the ship enteredBangkok’s harbor. When the scene changed to the palace,the white silk was pulled down to reveal the set. The magnificentdetail of the set blew you away! That was theweekend for us.”“As chaperones, some of our best memories are thosewatching the students interact with each other and discussthe experiences they are having,” said both Rinsemas. “Thelevel of sophisticated dialogue increases with each activity,and it’s most heartening to hear the students bring theirfaith into the discussions.”There have been nine trips since the fall of 1990. Over 150different students have attended with 25 students attendingon multiple trips. Many students have made subsequenttrips with their families and/or friends. It’s a tradition thatcontributes to a life long love of theater.The Stratford Tour GroupWINTER 2004Reflector21

High School NewsSTUDENTS PLAY FORBARBARA BUSHThis past December the talentedHempel sisters had the opportunity toplay a violin duet for former first ladyBarbara Bush, who was in town toreceive an award for her literacy projects.Heather (12th) and Hillary (8th)both attend the Merit School of Musicwho arranged this performance forthem. The girls played “Stars andStripes” when Mrs. Bush entered theroom, and then entertained the crowdwith several Christmas carols. Thegirls attend classes at this school everySaturday and have performed in variousother venues.SPIRITUAL EMPHASIS WEEKThis fall high school students heard aseries of presentations by Dr. RayPritchard, pastor of the CalvaryMemorial Church in Oak Park, focusingtheir thoughts and hearts duringthe worship services for spiritualemphasis week. You can check out hisweb log to see Dr. Pritchard’s impressionsof Timothy’s staff and studentsand his experience in leading SpiritualEmphasis Week.http://www.calvarymemorial.com/pastor_ray/index.aspStudent Council President Wendy Zigterman & Vice-President Ashley La Montagnarepresent Timothy at Elmhurst Veteran’s Day activitiesHIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS HOSTHUMBOLDT FAMILIESOn Wednesday December 17 Timothyhigh school students organized a completedinner experience for about 25people from the Humboldt community:beautifully decorated cafeteria(snowflakes theme), full roast andpotatoes meal, Christmas story andpiñata, and generous presents for all.Students distribute gifts at theHumboldt Christmas partyILLINOIS STATE SCHOLARSANNOUNCEDThe Illinois Student AssistanceCommission announced the names ofthis year’s students honored as IllinoisState Scholars. The State Scholar programrecognizes Illinois high schoolstudents for outstanding academicachievement. Students ranking in thetop ten percent of the state’s 136,198high school graduating seniors arenamed State Scholars. These rankingsare based on a combination of ACTand/or SAT I test score results andclass rank at the end of the junior year.Congratulations to the followingTimothy students for this significantrecognition: Robert Baptista, AmieBommelje, Eric Boomsma, LindaDeddo, Sarah Engbers, Amy Handy,Candice Henry, Catherine Loerop,Jana Meulink, Benj Petroelje, KristinRaley, Karen Russell, Benjamin Searer,John Sianghio, Rebecca Veldman,Stephanie Visser, Megan Voss, BrianWoodhull, Wendy Zigterman, andJenny Zylstra.The Humboldt Christmas party22 Reflector WINTER 2004

SEE DICK (AND OTHERS) RUN . . .Several Timothy staff members competedin Marathon races this fall. DickZylstra ran the Lakefront Marathon inMilwaukee on October 5 in a time of3:20:53 (a 7:40 pace). Peter Andersonran the Chicago marathon in 3:04:29for a 7:02 pace, and Cathi Schuurmanalso ran the Chicago Marathon in atime of 4:27:01 for a pace of 10:11.STATE SENATOR LEADSCAMPUS WORSHIPThis fall State Senator and SenateRepublican Whip Peter J. Roskam(48th District) spoke to students andstaff during the high school Worshiptime. He described his own journey offaith and growing awareness of callingas a Christian to an area someChristians feel is too “dirty” to getinvolved with: politics. He challengedstudents and staff to see that in answerto the question “What is God’s planfor changing the world?” a Biblicalanswer is “We are his plan.”FRONT-PAGE PHOTOGRAPHERJunior Skylar Venema happened tobe in downtown Chicago when afatal fire broke out in the CookCounty Administration Building.His photographs of the dark smokerising up the sides of the building werefront page material in the ChicagoTribune and the Red Eye tabloidedition of the Tribune, with full creditgiven to Skylar in both places. Skylaris enrolled in John Harkema’sphotography class.JIM BOVEN’S UKRAINE PROJECTHigh school business teacher JimBoven collected 135 “care packages”for the Little Lambs Ministry to anorphanage in Ukraine. The “care packages”consisted of a toothbrush, toothpaste,soap, washcloth, brush or comb,and a small toy—packaged all togetherin a Ziploc bag. Thanks to studentsand families who participated in thisproject!Boys & Girls Cross Country teamsCROSS COUNTRY RUNS ON TO8TH PLACE STATE FINISHCongratulations to the Girl's CrossCountry Team for their 8th place finishat State Finals. Despite the chillyweather, Timothy was well representedby fans to cheer on our runners atDetweiller Park in Peoria. On the Boy’steam, Erik Van Kampen finished in thetop third of runners, coming in 66thplace. Congratulations to Coach DickZylstra and the entire team effort!NATIONAL MERITCOMMENDED STUDENTSCongratulations to Amie Bommelje,Linda Deddo, and Karen Russell, whoreceived word of their selection asNational Merit Commended Students!DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS . . .Timothy Christian High School’sDrama Club presented “The Fatherof the Bride,” a comedy based onthe novel by Edward Streeter. Theproduction attempted to change theaudience perspective on “that specialday!” This comedy had appeal foreveryone in the family.The cast of “Father of the Bride”WINTER 2004Reflector23

High School NewsHIGH SCHOOL CHOIR INCHORAL FESTIVALIn November at the Ozinga Chapel onthe campus of Trinity Christian College,Palos Heights, the Timothy High SchoolChoir participated in an exciting choralfestival. The concert featured performancesby three area high school choirs:Timothy Christian, MarvinWolterstorff, director; Illiana Christian,Maria Dyk, director; and ChicagoChristian, Ryan Wolterstorff (’94),director. Trinity's Concert Choir performeda few selections, as did each ofthe high school choirs. The programconcluded with a performance bymassed high school choirs conducted byDr. Helen Van Wyck of the TrinityMusic Department. The massed numbersincluded works by Schubert,Mendelssohn, C. H. Parry, and KeithHampton. Of special interest to Timothyconstituents was the presence of fatherand son Wolterstorffs directing choirs onthe same stage! Two Timothy students—Dante Pope and Elise Anderson—wereselected to be featured soloists in themass choir numbers. It was a wonderfulday and night for all the students, and aconcert of praise to God.The Seniors pose with clean uniformsFACULTY FOOTBALLDYNASTY CONTINUESIn the annual Faculty-Senior FlagFootball Super Bowl held last fall, thebeefy faculty bruisers defeated the litheand brainy seniors 26-0 to keep theirundefeated string intact. The facultyteam has won each year since 1983,but if future drafts (hirings) don’tproduce younger players and injuriescontinue to mount, the faculty recordstring may be broken.STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTRECOGNIZEDThree students from the class of 2003have earned an AP Scholar withHonor Award by the College Board inrecognition of their achievement ofhaving earned an average grade of atleast 3.25 on all Advanced PlacementExams taken and grades of 3 or higheron four or more of these exams. Thesestudents are: Joseph Handy, JasonKulisek, and Lauren Lindemulder.More than 1400 colleges anduniversities award a full year’s credit(sophomore standing) to studentspresenting a sufficient number ofqualifying grades. The College Board isa national nonprofit membership associationwhose mission is toprepare, inspire, and connect studentsto college and opportunity. Amongits best-known programs are the SAT,the PSAT/NMSQT, and the AdvancedPlacement Program (AP).PRIVATE SCHOOL LEAGUE CROSSCOUNTRY CHAMPIONSCongratulations to the Girls CrossCountry Team for winning the PSLChampionship! The Boys CrossCountry Team finished 4th on Saturdaywith a 3rd place record overall in thePSL. Also, congratulations to runnersAlexis Euwema, Jenny Loerop, TamiWieringa, Erik Van Kampen, PeterZigterman and Jenny Zylstra for earningAll-Conference honors by finishing inthe top ten in their respective races!The teams also competed in the IHSARegionals at Lisle High School.The faculty plan their post-game victory party24 Reflector WINTER 2004

PEER students at an ice-skating outingPEER Director Micki JohnsMENTOR PROGRAMCOORDINATOR APPOINTEDWe are pleased to announce theappointment of Micki Johns to theposition of Mentor Program Director,a two-year part-time position fundedby the Bill and Melinda GatesFoundation grant. Micki will design,implement and direct a new studentwelcome program involving upperclassmentors and community adults,so that no new student is lost or friendless.Those mentored will be all highschool freshmen new to the Timothysystem. We hope to continue to nurturea culture of care andcompassion in the high schoolthrough this program.Micki was selected from among fiveapplicants, and we were very pleasedwith the capable and committedapplicants who were interested inthe program.Micki is the mother of sophomoresAllison and Danielle and freshmanBenj Petroelje sprawls at PEER bowling partyPeter. A member of Wheaton ChristianReformed Church, she is an InteriorDesign Consultant and for a numberof years directed the “Coats for Kids”program, a ministry she began on herown, reaching out to thousands of kidsin Du Page County. Her enthusiasmseems boundless.Her immediate challenge was topublicize the program to students andcommunity volunteers, recruit andtrain participants, and make sure thatthe program starts on solid footing.During the Thanksgiving week, 24upper-class students were introducedto 23 new to Timothy freshmen in theP.E.E.R. mentoring program. P.E.E.R.stands for providing enthusiasticenriching relationships. Mentor parentswill be added as a support person tothe parents of the freshmen. They areanother part of the Timothy communitythat makes us unique and willcontribute seasoned wisdom andencouragement to the program.Each mentor is expected to spendapproximately 30 minutes a week withhis or her freshman friend. A SecretSanta exchange and a Christmas partywere held in December, a bowlingparty took place over Christmas breakand an ice-skating party will be held aswhether permits. It’s exciting to seewhat God can do in such a short timefor many of these students. Please prayHe will bless all those involved.Thanks to Micki Johns who providesleadership to this new program!WINTER 2004Reflector25

High School NewsGaming Club advisorSteve AdamskiGAMINGCLUBby Steve Adamski,high schoolchemistry teacherGaming clubhas beenmeeting yearround at thehigh schoolsince 1995. What do we do in gamingclub? The focus is on strategy games.Most of them are military related, butwe have played several unofficial matchesof chess against Walther Lutheran.Every week we get together for oneand half hours to play networkedcomputer games. Students team upto play games like Starcraft, Warcraft,and Mechwarrior. The criteria forcomputer game selection is that theybe strategy oriented, team driven, andthey must have little or no focus onvirtual bloodshed. Weekly attendanceusually varies between 15-25 students.Once a month we play miniaturegames—with rules often developed bythe gaming club coach SteveAdamski. The games typically runfour to five hours with a break fordinner with typical attendance beingbetween 10-15 students. The mostcommon games are World War IIground and air combat, variouscivilization games, and the occasionalscience fiction games of Battletechand Warhammer 40K. These gamesinvolve a lot measuring of distances,calculating odds, rolling dice, andmore social interaction than the typicalcomputer game. Good planning, accuratepredictions of enemy intentions, andcooperation with teammates areessential to winning.The club developed from coach SteveAdamski’s hobby of creating andplaying these games with friends.He has been doing this since he wasin junior high school. Aside from theobvious social dimension, thescholastic advantage of the games isthat they help develop critical thinkingskills, assist in the ability to lead andfollow well, and teach a little history,all in a fun environment. ManyTimothy alumni continue to playthese games after they graduate anda number of them return to help runthe club or just to play during theirbreaks from university life.STUDENT HONORED BY THEDAILY HERALDThe Daily Herald newspaper selectedsenior Benj Petroelje for honorablemention notice in their Daily HeraldLeadership Team program. This programrecognizes area high school studentswho excel in volunteerism andcommunity service. An independentpanel of judges reviewed applicationssubmitted by high school officials.Congrats, Benj!FRESHMAN BOYS BASKETBALLTEAM IN SERVICE AT CHICAGOWEST SIDE CHRISTIANCoach Jim Boven took his freshmanbasketball team on their annual serviceoutreach. While mopping floors, washingwindows, and cleaning exit signs atChicago West Side Christian School,they learned about the vital role thisschool plays in the Lawndale communityof Chicago. Way to coach, Coach;way to practice, team!EUPHONIUM EUPHORIACongratulations to senior JoshBenjamin, who will be one of threeeuphonium players touring to Europewith one of two Northern WindEnsembles comprised of 65 musicianseach. The six euphonists were selectedfrom 30 applicants for that instrument.The Northern Wind Ensemble is associatedwith the Blue Lake Music Campin Michigan. Students are selectedbased upon their interview, their writtenapplication, and faculty and staffevaluations. Artistic ability, maturity,manners, and character play importantroles in a student’s application.Last year Josh won first chair forDistrict I at the IMEA Conference,qualifying to represent the district atthe All-State Conference. He will alsoaudition for the President’s Marine Band.Congratulations and best wishes, Josh!AUTHOR FRANK PERETTILEADS ASSEMBLYWorship speakerFrank PerettiEvangelicalauthor FrankPeretti spoketo highschool studentsandstaff this fallon the topicof bullying,respect, andChristlikebehavior. According to PrincipalClyde Rinsema, “The assembly wasexcellent . . . He connected well withthe students and had life experiencesbeing the wounded spirit as well asbeing the wounder.”26 Reflector WINTER 2004

The famous “Dads and Friends”Pom routine at HomecomingThe Homecoming CourtHOMECOMING HIGHLIGHTS“Truly, Madly, Deeply” was the theme for this year'sHomecoming, held in January. On Friday, the schoolday ended with a Pep Rally to get the students readyfor the game. Between the Sophomore and VarsityGame, the Homecoming Court was introduced.Congratulations to Queen Jenny Zylstra and KingDante Pope! The rest of the court consisted of:Freshmen: Jenna DeWit & Ryan Leach;Sophomores: Ruth Dodgson, Mary Workman,Andrew Ziegler, Raul Tamez; Juniors: TahneeEllens, Tina Oh, Gabriella Lopez, Erik VanKampen, Michael Dirkse, Wes Kennedy;Seniors: Wendy Zigterman, Julia Andersen,Rachel Kindelin, Brock Woldman, JohnBenisek, Jacob Kramer. It was a funevening with awesome routines by the TCCheerleaders and Girls' Basketball Team!The Poms did a fun 70's routine withtheir fathers or other willing participants!The student crowd, aka The Red Zone,cheered on all three teams to victory vs.the Luther South Braves. Spirit weekended on Saturday with a HomecomingDance at the Ashton Place.Homecoming Queen and King: Jenny Zylstra and Dante PopeWINTER 2004Reflector27

Alumni NewsTIMOTHY ALUMNA IN THE CHICAGO TRIBUNETimothy grad Michi Pena (’73) is Mayor Daley’s choice torun the General Services Department, which manages andmaintains scores of city buildings, the Chicago Tribunereports in January. According to the Tribune:“Pena, who has a law degree, an MBA and an accountingcertificate, said she will oversee a ‘healthy building’ initiativethat will involve environmentally friendly ‘greening.’”MISSIONARY LABOR AND DELIVERYby Greg and Ruthann Bronger De Haan (’81)If this letter is not sent soon it is very difficult to predictwhen you might once again receive any ‘normal’correspondence from the De Haan family. Twins? Whatslim chance of normalcy do we have with double diapers,feeding, crying, adoring, and parental boasting? This mightbe our very last opportunity to communicate before sleepdeprivation renders us totally helpless. And, once Ruth andI do recover from the new arrivals, it will be impossible forus to write about anything but babies. So… if I type quickly(and Ruth’s deliverance waits) you may still come knowsomething more of missionary labor and delivery.Actually, the challenges of our missionary task here inAfrica may have some very real parallels with an expectantmother. But … just what are we “laboring to deliver?”We labor for the deliverance of all God’s people in the hugeAfrican nation of Sudan. This delivery is no 4 or 10 hourtesting, but rather a story of human suffering and strugglethat has spanned much of the past 40 years. The mostrecent pains of war started in the mid 1980s when Dr. JohnGarang (a U.S. educated Sudanese) started a liberationmovement in the South. After years of bloodshed the twowarring factions have finally come to the negotiating tableand a peace agreement may yet emerge before Christmas.Given the long history of hate and violence in Sudan peacewould truly be a miracle.Ruth and I are now directly linked to the Sudanese deliverancestruggle as new members of Across, a thirty-year-oldChristian ministry established specifically to respond tochallenges and opportunities in Sudan. Pressing needs forclean water, basic health care, food, Bible teaching, literacy,and education are being addressed in partnership with localchurches and communities. Our role is primarily with thesmall Across liaison office in Nairobi, Kenya, where Ifunction as a link person between Sudan field activities andour supporting churches and partners. The job is not aneasy one, and we’ve endured some pains since our Mayarrival in East Africa. However, the new life we can helpbring in Sudan far more than compensates.28 Reflector WINTER 2004

The De Haan children at ChristmasPeace talks (and the interim cease-fire agreement) have nowgiven many eager children in Sudan a rare opportunity foreducation. We at Across are taking full advantage of thecalm to assist communities with school repair, teachertraining, and the supply of essential books and teachingmaterials. Most school staff do not receive any salary fortheir efforts, and “volunteer” with only small assistancefrom the local authorities and parents.Missionary “Labor” can be difficult in part because somany children and adults still need “deliverance.” Theneeds and opportunities in a country like Sudan seemendless. However, it is also very encouraging to see how thegifts of God’s worldwide church are now clearly changinglives and bringing hope.Please continue to keep our family in your prayers as weanticipate the arrival of twins. (Actually, we covet yourprayers before, during, and after the delivery!) Also praythat true and lasting peace will come to Sudan, and thatChristians will shine brightly and help bring God’s Kingdomin this vast land.With Many thanks for all your expressions of loveand support,Greg, Ruth, Nathaniel, Sarah, James & JonathanDe Haan email: outofafrica@corp.ita.co.ke (best for pictures)outofafrica654321@yahoo.com when we are traveling (or ifour email at home is down). If it is work related the officeemail is gdehaan@across-sudan.org.P.S. Unfortunately this letter was not “delivered” all theway to the printer. We praise God for the safe delivery ofJames Alan and Jonathan Calvin on November 18, 2003by c-section (due to toxemia). Actually for mommy, I amgetting much more sleep now. We have been blessed—theyboth have only been waking about once a night for a feeding.Praise the Lord!They are precious and so sweet —Tiny hands, adorable feetGiven to us by God above—Two little babies for us to love.James Alan & Jonathan CalvinTime of Birth: 9:57 & 9:59 AM Date of Birth: 11-18-03Weight and Length: 7-4 & 7-7; & 50cm & 49cmALUMNA ART GALLERYDeb Van Poolen (’87) invites you to visit her art gallery byway of www.debvanpoolen.com. This Colorado artist findsthis a helpful way to exhibit her works.WINTER 2004Reflector29

Alumni NewsClass of ‘58 reunionALUMNI BOARD MEETINGThe Timothy Alumni Board, led by Board President SusanGreenfield, decided to once again contract for the productionof an Alumni Directory with the Harris PublishingCompany. Based on the positive response from the last bookin 1999, and the care with which Harris contacted our alumni,we will begin the process which will produce a book byDecember, 2004. By the time of this writing, most alumsshould have received their first communication from Harris.CLASS REUNION DATE AND LOCATION ANNOUNCEDThe class of 1994 announces its Ten-Year Reunion, set forSaturday, October 16, 2004, at the Oak Brook Bath andTennis Club. More information on time and specifics willfollow. Please reserve the date now and pass the word.45 YEAR REUNION: CLASS OF ‘58On September 27, 2003 the 1958 graduating class ofTimothy Christian High School met at the White FenceFarm Restaurant to celebrate their 45 year class reunion. 22classmates attended.It was a nostalgic evening for all, especially because WhiteFence Farm was the scene of “Senior Night” 45 years ago!It was simply an evening to share memories of the “olddays” about cars, clothes, sports, teachers, etc. and catchup on our lives today.We all agreed….a good time was had by all and we willrepeat in five years for our 50th !! Plan now everyone!Legend for class photo (left to right)Back row:Bern Tameling, Clyde Gelderloos, Ted Rozendal, John Meyer,Bill Romer, Rein VanderNaald, Ginger (Slager) KellettSecond row:Bob VanPoolen, Kathryn (Bakker) Hiemstra, Trudy(Laninga) DeWindt, Dot (Rozendal) Meyer, Hester(Brouwer) Shank, Dori (Hoekstra) Kooyer, Tom Hoekstra,Ruth (Vander Velde) Frisbie, Pete LanengaSeated:Eleanor (Vander Velde) Wigboldy, Ruth (Muhlena) Noorlag,Linda (Rozema) Meyer, Joann (Laning) Huizenga, Bev(Bulthuis) Wigboldy, Phyllis (Vander Werp) Pastoor30 Reflector WINTER 2004

Board of DirectorsSPECIAL PANEL PRESENTATION ON COLLEGESAVINGS PROGRAMS FEATURED STATE TREASURERIn late September a special panel discussion ontax-advantaged savings accounts for education expenseswas held in the Timothy Auditorium, sponsored by theBoard’s Finance Committee. This program was of greatbenefit to parents already concerned about financing acollege education for their children.Featuring State Treasurer Judy Barr Topincka, Bartt Stevens,the Director of the Bright Start Program for the State ofIllinois, Darrell Stremler, chair of Timothy’s FinanceCommittee, and John Zeilstra,member of Timothy’sFoundation, the panelexplained ways for parents tocarefully plan for the future andgain tax advantages throughparticipation in suggestedtax-advantaged savingsvehicles offered by the Stateand financial planning services.Timothy constituents who serveas financial planners were alsoin attendance and availableafter the presentation forconsultation: Edward Jones(Joel Clousing); Folkerts &Associates (Jack Folkerts); NewEngland Financial Services(Russ Clousing); ParagonAdvisors (Jason Bontrager); Pinnacle Financial Group(Larry Uitermarkt); Smith Barney (John Hoekstra andJohn Pethokoukis); and William Blair & Co. (Mac Wiener).Planning guides are still available through the BusinessOffice at Timothy.TCS BOARD PLANNING RETREATLast fall the Timothy Christian Schools Board of Directorsmet for a time of worship and review of progress toward theStrategic Projects adopted as a result of last year’s retreat.Those projects were:• Develop a comprehensive facility/site improvement plan• Expand student learning opportunities• Create a career plan for faculty• Challenge admissions and registration paradigms• Increase needs-based financial assistanceThe Planning Retreat produced refined goals and strategies,which will be reported on in the Annual Report and at theAnnual Society Meeting in the spring.2003-2004 Board of DirectorsTIMOTHY FOUNDATIONAt its annual meeting last fall, the Barnabas Foundationreported to Timothy Christian Schools that planned givingactivity through their organization has generated 37 estateplans totaling $1,655,738 designated for Timothy. We areincredibly grateful for this wonderful stewardship on thepart of so many, and for the work of the BarnabasFoundation in facilitating this estate planning.The Barnabas Foundation is ready to assist you in yourestate planning as well. Contact Dave Larsen at the schoolfor more information on this free service.WINTER 2004Reflector31

From the Archives8th grade graduation 1963A future issue of the Reflector will highlight the history of theWestern Suburbs Christian School, which merged with TimothyChristian Schools after years of service at its Western Springslocation. For now we present this 8th grade graduation photofrom 1963 to stimulate your curiosity. If you have any storiesfrom the school’s history to share, please pass them along in theenclosed reply envelope.Back row, left to right:Paul Stoub, Terry De Kok, Bob Workman, Mr. Mel VanFarowe (principal), Mr. Don Alsum, Henry Korringa, TomBecvar, Bob Vanden BergFront row, left to right:Ginny Velzen, Susan Chapman, Carol Slager, Janice VanderSchaaf, Margaret Yntema, Pat Zylstra, Jean Gawley32 Reflector WINTER 2004

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Timothy’sMission:Serving God and His people,Timothy Christian Schoolsdevelops academically preparedChristian discipleswho embrace Christ’s call totransform the world.Timothy’sVision:Timothy Christian Schools will be distinctly Christian in itscommunity, curriculum, character and convictions.ONEWe reflect God’s kingdom by serving Christian families from diverseeconomic and cultural backgrounds and students who possess awide range of abilities.TWOWe cooperate with Christian homes and churches in the educationand faith development of our students.THREEWe demonstrate love for one another in our work and play.FOURWe challenge students to serve in a global community.FIVEWe teach and study in the Reformed Christian tradition which drivesus to be Biblically based, culturally engaged, and always reforming.SIXWe nurture creativity and curiosity through meaningful curriculumand effective instruction.SEVENWe develop and encourage the gifts and talents of one another toserve Christ and renew His creation.EIGHTWe seek wisdom that applies knowledge to gain understanding andspiritual discernment.NINEWe prepare students to be articulate defenders and models of theChristian faith in thought, word, and deed.TENWe inspire all students to be counter-cultural disciples who are beaconsof light in the world.WINTER 2004Reflector39

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