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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

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