sunday, september 23, 2012 - Lake Union Conference

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Library name honors
Lizzie Mae Strange
Lake Region—On May 17, the
Capitol City Seventh-day Adventist
School in Indianapolis, together with
the school’s parent-teacher organization,
renamed the school’s library, “The
Lizzie Mae Strange Library.”
Strange, a member of the Capitol
City Church led by William J. Lee,
pastor, is more than deserving of special
recognition for her hard work, selfless
giving and dedication to Christian education
and, specifically, to Capitol City
School. Through the years, Strange’s
efforts have made it possible for many
children to receive a Christian education
who otherwise would not have the
opportunity.
The dedication of the Capitol City
School library in Strange’s honor is an
effort to show full appreciation and
gratitude for all she has done. Strange
also was honored with special messages
from Capitol City School alumni,
pastors, teachers, school board members,
and the Lake Region Conference
president and staff. She also received
a plaque and a bouquet of flowers
in recognition of her tireless efforts
for Christian education. A picture of
Strange with the school’s new library
name was placed on display in the
library.
Strange has devoted what seems
like her entire life to education. She
Indiana Academy
graduates spirituallydriven
class
Indiana—On Sunday, May 27, at
Indiana Academy’s Commencement,
23 new graduates recognized “What we
are is God’s gift to us; what we become
is our gift to God,” the 2012 senior
class motto. Many students in this spiritually-driven
class viewed graduation
as a springboard moment, launching
On May 17, the Capitol City School library was named "The Lizzie Mae Strange Library" in recognition of the
many contributions she made to Christian education at the school. From left: Latoria Lee, home and school
leader; Nicolette Jones, school board chair; Norris Ncube, principal; Lizzie Mae Strange, honoree; Wliliam
Lee, pastor
began her teaching career serving in
church schools in Oklahoma City,
Okla., and Gary, Ind. The majority of
her professional career was spent in
the Indianapolis Public School system
where she taught and served as principal
for more than 35 years. Strange’s love
for working with children led her to
greater educational pursuits at Butler
College (now Butler University) where
she earned a Master of Arts degree as a
reading specialist. This interest led to
the development of the current library
at the Capitol City School.
After formal retirement, in 1988,
Strange returned to the Capitol City
School for about five years to fill a need
them like loaded cannons filled with
God’s love into their communities.
“The most important thing that going
to IA provided is that it presented
opportunities for me to grow spiritually.
... They’ve modeled for us to be excited
about service, and we were given
many opportunities to develop our
abilities to serve,” said Gati Wankyo,
class president and a four-year senior
from Massachusetts.
Wankyo depicted memories of
mission trips abroad and favorite
because of limited funds. Her ultimate
retirement came after 50 years serving
in public and private education. She has
retired but, as many know, she still continues
to support Christian education.
Born to Thomas R. and Loueva
Longware, on June 7, 1922, Strange’s
early school years were spent in
Shreveport, La., and Dallas, Texas. She
attended Bishop College in Marshall,
Texas, and Oakwood Jr. College in
Huntsville, Ala. While teaching, she
met and married Ralph Strange.
Latoria Lee, Home and School leader,
Capital City School
memories from Project 58, IA’s new
service initiative inspired by Isaiah 58.
When asked, “Why does all this effort
in service to others matter?” Wankyo
responded, “How else will they know
we really care?”
Like Daniel and his three comrades
in a strange land, devotion to spiritual
things has proved rewarding.
In the last five years, Andrews
University has admitted 96 percent of
Indiana Academy graduates. Digging
deeper, the enrollment office at
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Norris Ncube