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Hill Country Christian School is a Christ-centered community that partners with Christian families<br />
to inspire and equip college-bound students to become lifelong learners, effective communicators,<br />
and servant-leaders who impact the world with the life-changing reality of Jesus Christ.<br />
Message from Mrs. Krohmer<br />
The Class of 2016 has left a more positive legacy at Hill<br />
Country than I have witnessed in my 15 year connection<br />
with our school. You have brought our school to a solid<br />
place where it is “OK” to be smart, where it is “OK” to be<br />
respectful, where it is “OK” to be ambitious, and where it is<br />
“OK” to follow Christ as He guides you along your way. My<br />
prayer for this amazing group is that you continue on this<br />
path of excellence, making an even stronger impact on your<br />
college campuses and in your spheres of influence for years<br />
to come. May you continue to love learning, never failing to<br />
be students of all things, never simply accepting the social<br />
norms. May you continue to bring joy and laughter to those<br />
around you and, most importantly, may you always have a<br />
hunger for the Word of God and a desire to serve Christ.<br />
May you be guided by Psalm 16:8: “I have set the Lord<br />
always before me: because He is at my right hand, I shall not<br />
be shaken.”<br />
Congratulations, Class of 2016! Thank you for the many<br />
blessings, smiles, and hugs, and for sharing a part of your<br />
journey with me! Debby Krohmer, Dean of Student Services<br />
Message from Mrs. Young When I think<br />
of the Class of 2016, I think of change agents. Through your<br />
gifts and talents, you have made a significant impact on our<br />
school. Thank you for challenging us to add more classes<br />
that nurture your interests and passions, preparing you for<br />
what lies ahead. Thank you for challenging us to make time<br />
for margin, rest and laughter. We ALL needed that! Thank<br />
you for requesting that we update the dress code for prom<br />
and “lighten up” on hair length for young men! Thank you for<br />
launching our House System, a safe and nurturing setting<br />
that promotes our desire for all students to be valued and<br />
known. The Knights’ Cup exists because of you!<br />
On a personal note, thank you for your care during my<br />
journey with cancer. I never felt alone - your notes, pink<br />
shirts, hugs and prayers gave me the courage to face<br />
each day. In Matthew 25:40 Jesus says, “Truly I tell you,<br />
whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and<br />
sisters of mine you did for me.” Because of you, my<br />
cancer was not wasted. Many people heard OUR story, and<br />
our Father was honored. As you head to college, may you<br />
continue to be world changers, loving your neighbor well,<br />
and striving to be all that God created you to be. Know that<br />
throughout your journey I will be thinking of you and our time<br />
together at Hill Country. Holding you close in my thoughts<br />
and prayers. Joy Young, Upper School Principal<br />
Message from Mr. McGee<br />
Dear Seniors, It’s hard to believe that when I first<br />
met many of you, you were 5th grade students.<br />
Where has the time gone? I know that your families<br />
are probably asking the same question. But here<br />
you are on the eve of your graduation and at the<br />
beginning of your journey as independent adults.<br />
On behalf of the students, faculty, administration,<br />
and parents, I want to congratulate you and thank<br />
you for the legacy you are leaving Hill Country.<br />
You have been optimistic and enthusiastic leaders.<br />
You established a positive tone for our school<br />
that was infectious. You haven’t been perfect, but<br />
you have been genuine. In the words of a country<br />
philosopher, “you left the woodpile a little higher<br />
than you found it.” Please be encouraged by these<br />
words from the Apostle Paul, “I thank my God<br />
every time I remember you. In all my prayers for<br />
all of you, I always pray with joy because of your<br />
partnership in the gospel from the first day until<br />
now, being confident of this, that he who began<br />
a good work in you will carry it on to completion<br />
until the day of Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 1:3-6)<br />
Godspeed, Class of 2016. Bill McGee, Head Master<br />
Valedictorian<br />
Jonathan Innis, son of Kelli<br />
and James Innis, is the Class of<br />
2016 Valedictorian. Jonathan<br />
has attended Hill Country<br />
since 6th grade. He will attend<br />
Texas A&M University in<br />
the University Honors and<br />
Engineering Honors programs,<br />
majoring in Computer Science<br />
and minoring in Business.<br />
When asked how Hill Country<br />
prepared him for college and<br />
for life, Jonathan says, “When<br />
I came to Hill Country, I was<br />
afraid of the stage; frankly, I<br />
hated speaking. Now I enjoy<br />
giving speeches and love to<br />
perform in a band. Hill Country<br />
took what was inside of me,<br />
the urge to lead, and allowed<br />
it to blossom. I can’t thank the<br />
faculty enough for being with<br />
me through tough decisions.<br />
Thank you, Mrs. Krohmer, for<br />
getting up early to talk about<br />
my college decision process.<br />
Thank you, Mrs. Wermel, for<br />
staying after school to talk to<br />
me not only about AP Biology<br />
but also about life. And thank<br />
you, Mr. Horvath, for becoming<br />
my mentor, and for taking<br />
time away from your family to<br />
invest in my life. It’s not what I<br />
expected when my parents told<br />
me I would be transferring from<br />
public school to Hill Country,<br />
but I wouldn’t trade the<br />
experience for anything. I’ve<br />
made life-long friends and have<br />
been thoroughly prepared for<br />
college and life by life-changing<br />
faculty.”<br />
Salutatorian<br />
Nathan Howard, son of<br />
Jennifer and Eric Howard,<br />
is the Class of 2016<br />
Salutatorian. Nathan has<br />
attended Hill Country since<br />
2nd grade. He will attend<br />
Texas A&M University<br />
in the College of Liberal<br />
Arts Honors Program,<br />
studying Economics and<br />
Philosophy. When asked<br />
how Hill Country prepared<br />
him for college and for<br />
life, Nathan says, “When I<br />
joined Hill Country, little did<br />
I know what a tremendous<br />
effect this school would<br />
have on me and my faith!<br />
Activities such as Speech<br />
Meet, the Great Debate,<br />
and Senior Thesis certainly<br />
played a pivotal role in my<br />
preparation, but I would not<br />
be where I am without my<br />
fantastic classmates and<br />
the gracious support of the<br />
teachers and staff. I cannot<br />
thank my Hill Country family<br />
enough for encouraging me<br />
to become a young man of<br />
God, and I will seek to glorify<br />
Him wherever He leads me!”<br />
Look<br />
to the<br />
Lord and<br />
his strength;<br />
seek his<br />
face always.<br />
Psalm 105:4