Hi-Lites WINTER 2012 - South Christian High School

WINTER 2012
Charlotte’s Web - Page 2
Students Serving - Page 4
Chapel - Page 8
The Beacon - Page 9

SOUTH CHRISTIAN HILITES Winter 2012
SCHS Presented
Charlotte’s Web
November 2011
By Bob DeWeerd
SCHS drama presented Joseph Robinette’s
adaptation of E.B. White’s classic story Charlotte’s
Web Thursday, November 17 through Saturday,
November 19.
Thank you to those who attended our fall play, we
hoped you enjoyed the evening. Thank you to the
directors, cast, and crew who did an amazing job
telling this beloved story.
Colorful Musical coming to the SCHS Stage
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
By Bob DeWeerd & Ryan VandenHeuvel
This spring, the joyous sounds of Joseph and the Amazing
Technicolor® Dreamcoat will echo through the South
Christian Auditorium. Three shows, scheduled for March 22
- 24 at 7:00 p.m., will be presented and will be sure to please.
The Musical is based on the story of Joseph (Sam Atsma)
from the book of Genesis. The show incorporates fun music
and danceable tunes to tell the story. Three narrators
(Bridget Hemingway, Alison Norman, and Abby Genzink)
guide the audience through the story and introduce us to
many interesting characters.
The story starts by introducing Jacob (Mark Vander Stel) and
his many sons to the audience. Because he liked Joseph best,
Jacob gave Joseph his famous colored coat which infuriated
Joseph’s brothers. To add to the brothers’ dislike,
Joseph also tells of “prophetic dreams” where he is
over the brothers in authority. Even more upset
and jealous, the brothers sell Joseph. The
brothers, led by Reuben (Mike De Weerd) and
Simeon (Josh Duemler), tell Jacob of Joesph’s
demise in “One More Angel in Heaven,” and
the story continues.
Back in Canaan, Isachaar (Evan Davies) and the brothers
lament “Those Canaan Days” when things were good.
Their need for food eventually brings them to Egypt where
they “Grovel, Grovel” at Joseph’s feet. Though he recognizes
them, Joseph does not reveal himself immediately. Instead,
he has Benjamin (Sean Brower) framed which causes the
brothers, led by Judah (Jon Gorter), to plead for Benjamin’s
freedom. Soon, however, Joseph reveals his identity to the
brothers, and celebration ensues.
Overall, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor® Dreamcoat
is a show that is sure to please. Such songs as “Joseph’s
Coat,” “Go, Go, Go Joseph,” “Song of the King,” and many
more will set your toes tapping and your mouth humming.
March
22 - 24, 2012
7:00 p.m.
Tickets, at $7 each, will go on sale in the South
Christian High School office beginning
Wednesday, March 14. Don’t miss this fun
family show. See you there!
Soon, Joseph is placed in Potiphar’s house (Tyler
Groenendal) where he rises to a position of
authority. However, Potiphar’s wife (Bethany Fennema)
soon has Joseph thrown in jail. In jail Joseph meets
Pharaoh’s butler (Luke Mc Connell) and interprets a
favorable dream for him. Eventually, this leads Joseph into
the service of Pharaoh (Joel Theule) who himself had strange
dreams that required interpreting. Because of God’s
guidance, Joseph is eventually raised to second in command
in Egypt where he is put in charge of the food resources of
the kingdom in anticipation of the seven lean years.
Alison Norman, Sam Atsma,
Bridget Hemingway, Abby Genzink
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Homecoming 2012!
Friday Night - February 10, 2012
Homecoming Week is planned for February 6 – 11. The
students are looking forward to many of the traditional
Homecoming Week activities that include Dress Up Days,
a Student Mixer, a Hall Decoration Contest, and a
Homecoming Dance on Saturday evening.
The theme for this year’s Homecoming Hall Decorations
is “Bright Lights, Big Cities”. The Freshmen will focus on
Boston while the Sophomores will transport you to
Honolulu. Los Angeles is the destination for the Juniors,
and the Seniors will turn their hallway into New York Ctiy.
Be sure to tour the halls and see our students’ creativity.
Both of our Varsity basketball teams will play against teams
from Hasting Public High School. The girls play at 6:00
p.m. and the boys play about 7:30 p.m.
You won’t want to miss the special ceremony between the
games when we honor a group of Seniors, Crew ’12, for
their contributions and involvement to student life at South
Christian.
6:00 p.m. - Varsity Girls Basketball against Hastings
Between the games - CREW 12 will be honored
7:30 p.m. - Varsity Boys Basketball against Hastings
Alumni Reception:
Friday night, February 10
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Located in the lobby area by the office.
Alumni Art Exhibit:
February 6 through February 10
The Alumni Art Exhibit will be located in the lobby area
for the entire week. You can meet with the featured artists
on Friday evening at the Alumni Reception.
More Information
If you want to know what fun events are planned the week
of Homecoming, February 6-10, you can find valuable
information on our website (www.schs.org). Visit our home
page and click on the Homecoming 2012 link.
Alumni Band
Members
Alumni Band members are
invited to join the pep band on
Homecoming night. Meet in the
band room at about 6:40 p.m. or
at half-time of the Girls’ Varsity
Game.
SOUTH CHRISTIAN HILITES Winter 2012
Crew 12
Aaron Bosch, Paul
Brouwer, Emma Bykerk,
Lauren Clark, Evan
Davies, Kellie DeVries,
Michael DeWeerd, Haley
Elenbaas, Lindsay Elenbaas,
Jonathan Elliott, Bethany
Fennema, Abigail Genzink, Chris
“For I know
the plans I have
for you,” declares
the LORD, ...”
Jeremiah
29:11
Guikema, Samantha Haagsma, Brandon Haan, Emily
Harrell, Sydney Hugen, Jayne Kessel, Lydia Koning, Luke
McConnell, Jordan Neuhaus, Hanneke Veldhuijzen, Maleah
Walters, Marissa Walters, Brett Wassink, Lisa Whaley.
The seniors pictured above will be recognized on Friday, February 10, at our Homecoming Ceremony for
their involvement and contributions to student life at South Christian.
A Hosting Opportunity
Do you have a heart for International Students
South Christian High School is hosting a meeting on Tuesday, February 28, at 7:30 p.m. in the Media Center for families
or empty nesters who would like to learn more about hosting International Students. This meeting provides an opportunity to
find out about the program through Partners in Learning and also from current host families who will share their experiences.
Partners in Learning provide a stipend ($4,000) per student to the host family. Any questions, contact Connie Muller
(cmuller@schs.org or 455-3210 x121).
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SOUTH CHRISTIAN HILITES Winter 2012
Donations from Donations
By George Guichelaar, Principal
When SCHS students attend sporting events,
they bleed blue and white. Four times a year
they bleed only red when they donate blood to
the Michigan Blood Center. Last year the age
for donating was lowered from 17 to 16 and that
dramatically increased the number of students
eligible to give blood.
On Monday, January 30 a twist was added to the
blood drive. The Michigan Blood Center
donated $10.00 to SCHS for each student who
attempted to give blood. We decided that his
money will be donated to pay for Typhoid
vaccinations for orphans at a school in Kenya.
SCHS graduate, Justin Haan is working in
Kenya this year and has been involved in a
school of orphans that regularly suffers from
Typhoid outbreaks. We hope to have more than
$500.00 from the blood drive to contribute.
SCHS February Blood Drive.
Supporting Justin Haan, SCHS Grad, with his
ministry helping the needy in Africa. The dollars
will specifically go towards needed vaccines.
Student Volunteer Organization
Spotlight: The Inner City Christian Federation
By Brent Springvloed
Almost every Tuesday after school, a group of South
Christian students head out together to assist the Inner
City Christian Federation (ICCF) in its mission to offer
affordable housing in Grand Rapids. Students participate
in a variety of tasks that do not require any special skills.
For instance, students have helped with the final steps of
preparing housing for new tenants by hanging blinds,
cleaning tubs and showers, changing light bulbs, and
completing other jobs that need to be done. Other
opportunities to serve through ICCF include cleaning,
weeding, sorting, and passing out Thanksgiving baskets.
Even though the time helping ICCF each week is short
(students return by 5:00), SCHS students have proven to
be a valuable asset to this organization due to their many
hands and diligent efforts.
Along with ICCF, South Christian students are serving at
other places in their community as well. On Mondays,
you can find students helping with Kids’ Life Bible Club
at SE Kelloggsville Elementary. On the fourth
Wednesday of the month, you will find a group making
sack suppers at Kids’ Food Basket for low income
students in the Grand Rapids area. Students can also be
found throughout the week tutoring at Southwood
Elementary school or lending a helping hand at the
neighborhood ministry Streams of Hope.
2011-2012 TOP VOLUNTEERS
Y. J. Choi Lilla Matte
Kennedey DeRuiter Deandre Pope
Sarah Glenn Devin Pope
Jon Gorter
Jenna Spencer
Aaron Gronsman Chelsey Zylstra
A TRADITION CONTINUED
Since the 1960’s, our Student Council has
conducted a food drive for families in need. Working
through local organizations this year, 70-80 families
were identified for us to serve. The entire student
body collected non-perishable food items and
Student Council purchased a Christmas gift for each
child. The boxes were delivered by students the
week before Christmas and were gratefully received
by the families.
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Thank You For Your Faithfulness
An Advancement Office Update
By Larry Plaisier, Director of Advancement
FOUNDATION FUND
Businesses and individuals who maintain a yearly
membership in the Foundation are an important
part of the ongoing growth and are a vital link
between the South Christian High School of today
and the South Christian High School of tomorrow.
Some of you became Foundation members at yearend.
Thank you! If you missed the opportunity,
please take a couple minutes to visit our website
(www.schs.org, Advancement Office pull-down
menu/Online Giving (link)) and become a
Foundation member today. We need each and
every one of you.
Please look for a mailing in the near future
from the Advancement Office.
THANK YOU
We give thanks for the many faithful supporters
who contributed to various causes at South
Christian in 2011. Our total contributions for the
year were just under $540,000. Some of the more
popular categories were:
~ Annual Fund $138,000
~ Tuition Assistance $177,000
~ Foundation $73,000
We also conducted a Phon-A-Thon this fall
through J. Milito & Associates to a cross section of
people. $59,000 was pledged and $39,000 of that
is already in. We trust the remaining $20,000 will
be coming in the first quarter of 2012.
Thank you for your faithful giving. In 2012 it is our
desire to get even more people to put South
Christian on their giving list.
FIRST QUARTER GIVING
Although most people traditionally donate at yearend,
some of you find it better to donate at the end
of the first quarter of the year.
We need all of you! If this is true for you, please
consider a gift to South Christian between now and
March 30. The categories of Annual Fund, Tuition
Assistance and Foundation will continue to be a
priority for us in 2012.
CHANGES
By Jeff Gorter, Board President
Change, it has been said, is the only constant. That
will certainly be true for South Christian in the
coming year. Plans are being laid for major
improvements to our facilities, curriculum reviews
are expanding the number of AP classes available,
and technology advances are pushing a reassessment
of how education is delivered in a 21 st
century classroom. These are just a few of the
initiatives gaining momentum at SCHS. While
challenging, this is also an incredibly exciting time.
As a community we have the opportunity to refresh
our vision once again, to capture the energy to
improve what we are doing today, while at the same
time positioning SCHS for tomorrow. We face these
challenges humbly, seeking the Lord’s wisdom at
every step. We face them boldly, trusting in God’s
leading. We face them calmly, secure in His
faithfulness.
This year will also see another change for SCHS –
the retirement of Larry Plaisier, long-time Principal
and recent Advancement Director. For 29 years
Larry has served South Christian with a steady hand
and a cheerful spirit, setting the tone for countless
students who have passed
through our halls over that
time. His recent work as
Advancement Director has
laid the groundwork for our
coming improvements, details
of which you will be seeing in
the next few weeks and
months. It is with profound
gratitude and appreciation
that we pray God’s richest
blessings for this next chapter
in his life. Join me in dropping
and doing 29 symbolic
pushups in honor of Larry!
SOUTH CHRISTIAN HILITES Winter 2012
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SOUTH CHRISTIAN HILITES Winter 2012
Celebrating 20-Years of Service
In 1992 the ninth grade was moved from the middle schools to the high school. Of
course, adding more students meant adding more teachers. This year we celebrate
twenty years of service to South Christian from six teachers.
Mr. Ken
Hiskes
Social Studies
During the school day, Mr. Hiskes
teaches Government, AP
Government, Social Problems, and
World Affairs. After school, he
coaches the varsity basketball team.
Students appreciate Mr. Hiskes’
tremendous knowledge of his
subject, his sense of humor, and the
integrity with which he teaches and
coaches. He has learned from his
students that it can be easy to be
open about one’s faith. During his
30 years of teaching, he observed
that one of the biggest changes is
how open students are about their
faith.
Mr. Hiskes and his wife, Jackie, have
three adult sons, all who graduated
from South Christian. When he is
not teaching or coaching, he enjoys
playing golf and reading about
baseball and Presidents. An
interesting fact about Mr. Hiskes is
that after college he almost followed
a career in the foreign service but
decided, eventually, that teaching
was for him.
Mrs. Jill
Haagsma
Science
Mrs. Haagsma teaches Physical
Science and Chemistry. Her
students appreciate her kind and
gentle spirit which characterizes
how she teaches the complexities of
Chemistry. Her favorite part of
teaching is the Eureka moments
that students experience in the
learning process. She also enjoys
the fact that teaching ninth grade
Physical Science gives her the
opportunity to know all the
students. She considers it an
amazing privilege to be part of the
academic, social, and spiritual
growth of the students at South
Christian.
Mrs. Haagsma and her husband,
Dave, live in Byron Center. They
have four children who are all
involved in either sports, music or
4-H. In addition to attending their
children’s events, they also find
time to attend South Christian
athletic events. They also enjoy
family road trips that include
tenting in places like Key West,
Key Largo, Yellowstone, and Tom’s
Cove.
Mr. Jim
Hoekstra
Religion
Mr. Hoekstra teaches Church
History and Religion 10. Students
appreciate Mr. Hoekstra’s
dedication to his students and his
desire for them to live godly lives
and make good decisions. His
greatest satisfaction in teaching
comes when students give heartfelt
expression of their faith. He has
learned from students that we all
grow, learn, and express our faith
in an awesome variety of ways.
Mr. Hoekstra’s hobbies are
collecting M&M collectibles and
watching the Detroit Pistons.
Staying connected with youth is
important to Mr. Hoekstra. In
addition to being involved in the
youth programs at his church, he
has recently been appointed as the
Chaplain for the Calvinist Cadet
Corps. Mr. Hoekstra and his wife,
Cindi, live in Kentwood. Their
two sons are graduates of South
Christian.
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Thank you for your Dedication
By George Guilchelaar, Principal
As I ponder the gifts of these six teachers who combine for 120 years of service to
South Christian, I give thanks to God for their commitment to teaching our children, to
being solid Christian role models , and for enriching the lives that they touch.
SOUTH CHRISTIAN HILITES Winter 2012
Mr. Mike
Miedema
English
Mr. Miedema has taught a variety
of English classes at South. This
year he is teaching AP English,
American Lit, and Modern Fiction.
Students appreciate his delightful
sense of humor and his respect for
students. Regarding teaching, he
can’t imagine anything more
satisfying than a good lesson that
excites students as they soak in the
knowledge. Mr. Miedema says
students have taught him that there
are many different ways of being
intelligent and lots of different kinds
of success in doing kingdom work.
He also observes that students are
better ambassadors of grace today
than when he was in high school.
When not busy with work and
family events, he buys, repairs, and
sells small engine power equipment.
Mr. Miedema and his wife, Nancy,
have five children ranging in ages
from twelve to twenty-seven. He
lives in his great grandpa’s old
house and worships in the church
attended as a child. He considers
himself a true home-boy!
Mr. Rod
VanDyk
Math
After some years in the real estate
business and accounting business,
Mr. VanDyke decided to become a
math teacher. Currently he is
teaching Geometry and
Accounting. Students appreciate
his sense of humor and teaching
practices which are effective, but
sometimes out of the ordinary.
The semi-amazing Rodini comes to
mind! Two of Mr. VanDyke’s least
favorite memories at SCHS are
teaching an entire class with an
“unfortunate” rip in his pants and
performing as Elvis to raise money
for the Christmas Drive.
Mr. VanDyke lives in Hudsonville
with his wife, Julie. They have 3
daughters, one who graduated
from South Christian, one who is a
senior at Unity Christian High
School, and one who is at
Hudsonville Christian. A unique
fact about Mr. VanDyke is that at
one time he owned an airplane
with the intent to get his pilot’s
license. After further reflection (and
his wife’s encouragement!) he
decided that the idea of him flying
an airplane was not a good one. He
no longer owns an airplane.
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Mrs. Ellie
VanKeulen
Inclusive Ed
As our Inclusive Education
teacher, Mrs. Van Keulen blesses
our students who have significant
physical, emotional, or cognitive
needs. Partnering with the
Christian Learning Center, Mrs.
Van Keulen has helped her
students navigate their four years
of high school. She has had a
huge impact on the culture of the
school by establishing the
Connections program. In this
program she has set up
opportunities for the entire
student body to reach our students
who have significant needs.
Students appreciate the boundless
love Mrs. VanKeulen has for all
students. One of the favorite
aspects of her job is how her
students bring such joy to others.
Mrs. VanKeulen observes that
teens, filled with God-given
talents, are an amazing blessing to
this world.
She lives in Grand Rapids with
her husband, Rob, having raised
four children of her own. Her
hobbies include gardening, music,
and reading. She is the oldest of
48 grandchildren!

SOUTH CHRISTIAN HILITES Winter 2012
Chapel
A Reviving Love
By George Guichelaar
When I talk to public school principals about having
school assemblies with the entire student body, they often
express the idea that they would rather go to the dentist!
(No offense to our dentists, please!) They avoid student
assemblies because the environment of a student assembly
seems to produce unruly behavior which is difficult to
control in a large group setting. I usually remain silent
during these conversations.
The reason for my silence is that I have a very opposite
perspective. At SCHS the students assemble in the
auditorium every Tuesday and Thursday. Of course, we
don’t call it an assembly, we call it chapel. I remind
myself of the incredible blessing that as principal my job
includes going to chapel being led in worship by high
school students.
Chapels are planned and led by the Christian Ministries
class under the leadership of Mr. Everhart. Last summer
they prepared the theme of “A reviving love” (Ephesians
2:1-7) which has been the basis of the chapels they plan
every Tuesday and Thursday. On Thursday, January 5
we had a special chapel in the gym. The students decided
that if they were going to lead a chapel about prayer, and
how we are revived by Christ’s love, it would be better for
us to do it instead of just talk about it. Students were
invited to come down to the gym floor and were
organized into small groups. Each group spent 20
minutes sharing items for prayer and then praying.
By
Grace
through Faith
Ephesians
2:1-7
The picture below shows how the chapel concluded
with the entire student body singing “Lord, Make
Me a Sanctuary” standing around a cross in the
middle of the gym. It was a blessing to be a
part of this worship time. I would not have
rather been at the dentist.
“Lord, Make Me a Sanctuary”
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FASHIONMONTHLY
Winter 2012
(NLT)
“... and his
faithfulness
continues to each
generation.”
Psalm 100:5
Births
Little Sailor Blessings
1/24/03 Randy & Michele (’94) Flikkema-Vieu, Isaac Kenneth (1st)
6/9/04 Steve & Kim (both ’00) Bonnema-Jansen, Sophia Dorothy (1st)
7/1/05 Randy & Michele (’94) Flikkema-Vieu, Connor Randal (2nd)
4/11/07 Steve & Kim (both ’00) Bonnema-Jansen, Violet Cornelia (2nd)
9/1/07 Brent & Kristyn (’99) TerHaar-Bouws, Autumn Joy (1st)
11/28/07 Randy & Michele (’94) Flikkema-Vieu, Nolan Pieter (3rd)
8/27/08 Dustin & Lori (both ’01) Huizenga-Schut, Eli Sydney (1st)
5/3/09 Mark & Amy (both ’02) Hirdes-Rottman, Kyleigh Sue (1st)
5/11/09 Steve & Kim (both ’00) Bonnema-Jansen, Reagan Timothy (3rd)
9/6/09 Pete & Jill (’93) Moes-Wilson, Greta Claire (8th)
11/4/09 John (’76) & Julie Vander Weide, William Lamont (12th) adopted 6/2010
11/13/09 Brent & Kristyn (’99) TerHaar-Bouws, Savannah Beth (2nd)
3/11/10 Jeremiah & Jill (’00) Otten-Long, Clint Wesley (1st)
3/24/10 Dan (’03) & Liz (’01) Potts-Lefebre, Claire Elizabeth (1st)
4/2/10 Richard & Jessica (’93) Steigenga-Donakowski, Cameron Richard (1st)
6/29/10 Christopher (’02) & Rebecca Neithercut-Kamps, Evan Xavier (1st)
7/6/10 Dustin & Lori (both ’01) Huizenga-Schut, Lydia Anne (2nd)
9/6/10 Matt (’03) & Ashley (’04) Vandermeer-Kramer, Chase Matthew (1st)
9/9/10 Brian (’98) & Michelle Smith-Hoekwater, Zander Gordon (2nd)
10/2/10 Brian (’98) & Lyndsey Vander Meulen, Emmett Mark (1st)
11/9/10 Noel & Heidi (’99) Dykema-Snyder, Jude Lewis & Hazel Brynn (1st & 2nd)
11/23/10 Chris (’89) & Arika Theule-VanDam, Ezekiel Jon (1st)
12/17/10 Ben & Heidi (’03) Longstreet-Brouwer, Maggie Loraine (2nd)
12/29/10 Ryan (’95) & Heather (’96) Bronsink-Dykhouse, Luke Ryan (4th)
2/17/11 David & Emily (both ’99) Patterson-Hutt, Liam Carl (2nd)
2/21/11 Mark & Amy (both ’02) Hirdes-Rottman, Taylor Ann (2nd)
3/2/11 Steve & Kim (both ’00) Bonnema-Jansen, Lincoln Russell (4th)
3/16/11 Gregg & Amanda (’01) Vander Molen-Oldebekking, Colten Jay (2nd)
3/23/11 Dan (’93) & Michelle (’94) Hopkins-Dieleman, Naomi April (5th)
4/3/11 Jason (’01) & Kellie Wagner, Brooklyn Paige (3rd)
4/5/11 Brent (’97) & Betsy (’00) Derks-Feyen, Nolan Derks (3rd)
4/9/11 David & Kelly (’96) Eggebeen-Malone, Connor Justus (2nd)
5/5/11 Dave & Julie (’98) Hofman-Karsten, Evelina Luna (3rd)
5/9/11 Brent & Nikki (’97) Groen-VanderZwaag, Ryan Nicholas & Carter Samuel (3rd & 4th)
5/23/11 Ben (’94) & Sheila (96) Miedema-VanderWeide, Reed Norman (1st)
5/26/11 Rob & Kelly Tiemeyer-Adams (’03), Henry Thomas (1st)
5/26/11 Tyrel & Jill (’98) Grimberg-Stevenson, Hazel Anne & Juniper Renee (1st & 2nd)
5/27/11 Josh & Suzzy (’02) Lockwood-Post, Kensley Sue (1st)
5/31/11 Kimie Moelker-Wever (’99), Kiptyn Sawyer (3rd)
7/10/11 Mike & Kristi (’99) Slot-McWilliams, Elias Graham (2nd)
8/25/11 Chris & Debra (‘98) Miedema-Penning, Ezekiel Jon (1st)
9/9/11 Todd & Melinda (’98) Berry-Chandos, Ruby Lee (1st)
9/28/11 Todd & Kristi (’97) VanderMolen-Brigham, Macie Lynn (1st)
10/7/11 Phil (’96) & Kim Vander Heide, Ella Renae & Alexa Grace (4th & 5th)
10/9/11 Dave (’98) & Lyndsay Berkenpas, Faith Kay (3rd)
10/17/11 Michael (’03) & Madison Bosma, Riley Jo (1st)
10/18/11 Kent (’00) & Rachelle McKenzie, Cohen Franklin (2nd)
10/19/11 Kevin (’03) & Heather Gunnink-Deemter, Elle Rika (1st)
10/29/11 Jon & Becky (’98) Talsma-Kok, William John (2nd)
11/24/11 Pete & Jill (’93) Moes-Wilson, Louisa Renae (9th
12/29/11 Lance & April (’99) Berkenpas-Lutke, Wyatt Jay (3rd)
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SOUTH CHRISTIAN BEACON Winter 2012
Marriages
Two Become One
6/12/99
12/16/99
Randy Vieu & Michele Flikkema (’94)
Mike Smith & Kim Barrows (’91)
12/13/08 Christopher Kamps (’02) & Rebecca Neithercut
6/17/06 Dustin Schut & Lori Huizenga (both ’01)
6/19/09 Kevin Deemter (’03) & Heather Gunnink
6/19/09 James TenHaaf (’01) & Jennifer Hamstra
3/27/10 Danny Brown (’03) & Erika Ford
5/14/10 Corey Statler & Katie DeVries (’02)
6/19/10 Todd Chandos & Melinda Berry (’98)
12/18/10 Israel Young & Laura Poll (’96)
3/26/11
6/3/11
Benjamin Poll (’95) & Jessica De Waard (’04)
Mike Fortuin (’06) & Rebecca Grooters (’07)
7/9/11 Brandon Oostdyk (’08) & Alyssa Boot (’09)
8/20/11 Dominic DeMarco & Alison VanderWall (’08)
Sailor Line
About Our Alumni
1964 Arnold (Arnie) Remtema Jr. wed Dawn Sue
Grimm of Altoona, PA August 23, 1968. Arnie is a
missionary with TWR (Trans World Radio), Director
of Research. Arnie & Dawn currently live in Colorado
Springs, CO.
1984 Rick A Yntema celebrated his 25th wedding
anniversary on June 20 with his wife, Bonnie. They
have 4 children; Tara, Jon, and twins Kyle & Kristen.
Rick works for VanKempen Electric.
South Christian
High School
160 - 68th Street SW
Grand Rapids MI 49548
www.schs.org
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Military
Proudly Serving
2002 Christopher Kamps is a Sargent in the
U.S. Army. Stationed at Fort Bliss in El Paso,
TX. He has served twice in Iraq and
currently serves with the First Infantry.
2006 ET2(SS) Jeffrey W. Shear is serving on the
USS Greeneville, stationed in Pearl Harbor,
Hawaii.
2001 James TenHaaf is an Estate Administrator/Lawyer
for Childers & Berg located in Phoenix, AZ.
2006 Lindsey Scheltema is in her fourth season of serving
as Miss Areacross in the AMA Arenacross Series. This
professional dirt bike racing series stops at 12 cities
across the U.S. She conducts interviews with the riders
throughout the events for Speed TV and interacts with
the crowd. Scheltema does plenty of work within each
community that Areacross visits. She meets with
children and talks about “developing healthy lifestyles
and self-confidence and sticking up for yourself.”
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