Volume 4, Issue 1

Perry Floyd, Full Time

Chaplain
2
Success Continues for
Basketball, Cheer
2
Welcome, Class of 2014 3
Time Capsule 3
Where Are They Now? 4-6
How to Stay Involved 6

Inside this issue:
Hope Christian Middle
Schools community out-
reach group, Weekend
Missions, hosted an end
of the year party with
an unusual theme: hair.
The Haircutting Party
gave 31 students, staff,
and parents the oppor-
tunity to cut and donate
their long locks to the
Childhood Leukemia
Foundation (CLF). Do-
nated hair will be used
to make wigs for chil-
dren across the nation
who have lost their hair
due to cancer treatment.
The event was held at
DAmbrosio Designs
Hair Studio.
Last fall, science teacher
Brenda Angus was ap-
proached by a student
wanting to donate her
hair to charity. I loved
the idea so much, said
Mrs. Angus, I told her I
would do it
with her.
Mrs. Angus
posted a sign
up sheet on
her classroom
door to en-
courage stu-
dents to grow
their hair un-
til the end of
the school
year. The par-
ticipants,
mostly 6
th
and
7
th
grade girls,
each donated
at least 10 of
hair.
Cut hair was
placed in individual
sealable bags and will
be shipped to CLFs
headquarters in New
Jersey. After cutting off
the donated portion of
their hair, participants
received complimentary
haircuts from
DAmbrosio stylists.
I pray and hope the
students participating
get a sense of communi-
ty, giving back, sacrifice,
and love, says Mrs. An-
gus In addition, they
would be an example to
others and be able to
inspire other students to
contribute to our world.
Short Cuts to a Good Cause
May 2014
Tom Morris - Then & Now
Teacher, coach, and ad-
ministrator -- Mr. Tom
Morris has done it all.
Mr. Morris holds a spe-
cial place in Hope histo-
ry as one of the original
teachers hired for the
first school year in 1976.
In the early years of
Hope, Mr. Morris filled
many roles from math
teacher to volleyball
coach.
Mr. Morris returned to
Hope in 2011 as Direc-
tor of Academic Affairs.
In his newest role, Mr.
Morris has implemented
new curriculum and pro-
vides leadership for all
three campuses. Hope is
blessed to have a dedi-
cated teacher return as
a gifted administrator.
Husky Happenings
Alumni Newsletter
Top: Students show their long hair
Bottom: Brenda Angus and students after
donating their hair
Coach Morris and Girls Basketball
Mr. Morris at 14 Commencement
Boys Basketball
This year marked the 12th State
Championship for Hope Boys Bas-
ketball with Coach Jim Murphy,
who is now tied for the record of
most State Basketball Champion-
ships won by a NM coach.
Cheer
2014 marked the 11th consecu-
tive win for the Hope Cheer pro-
gram with Coach Kelly Grice. It is
also the 13th title in the last 14
years for the cheer program and
Coach Grice.
Congratulations
to all Hope
athletes, past
and present!






As Hope Chris-
tian School con-
tinues to grow, so
do the needs of
our student
body. The ad-
ministration and
teachers have
seen a growing
need for a full
time chaplain, who
is more readily
available to meet the concerns of our
families and students. Due to Hopes
growing needs, the decision was made to
create a full time chaplain position be-
ginning the 2014-15 school year.
Mr. Perry Floyd was asked to fill the
position of full time school chaplain, for
all levels, as needed. The school chap-
lain will be responsible for organizing
and planning all retreats, be available for
student counseling or referrals, plan
chapel services, hospital visits, available
to speak in Bible classes, Bible Depart-
ment Head, and will help guide the
spiritual formation of our student
body. We believe that creating this
new position will help to better meet
the needs of our student body and fami-
lies.
As many of you know, Mr. Floyd has
been on staff as a teacher and part time
chaplain for many years. He has taught
World Views to seniors, and has been
an integral part of equipping our seniors
for the years after high school.
Mr. Floyd leaving the classroom left a
teaching position open, which we just
recently filled. The senior Bible class
will be taught by Christian Schlenker, a
Hope Alum.
We are excited for Mr. Floyd and the
ministry opportunities his new position
presents.
Cheer Goes Up to 11, Basketball makes 12
Perry Floyd Becomes Full Time Chaplain
by Terry Heisey, High School Principal
PAGE 2 HCS ALUMNI NEWSLETTER VOLUME 4, I SSUE 1
Mr. and Mrs. Floyd
2012 Yearbook
Mr. Floyd from the 1995 Yearbook
On May 22 the Class of 2014 completed their
journey as Huskies. Here are some facts about
our newest group of Alumni:
Class Size: 104 Students
Amount Offered in Scholarships: $4,355,000
Valedictorian: Emily Carrico
Salutatorians: Melissa Rosenthal & Brandon
Zabala
2014 Hope Graduates will attend many colleges
including: The University of New Mexico, New
Mexico State University, Central New Mexico
Community College, Eastern New Mexico Uni-
versity, United States Air Force Academy, Grand
Canyon University, Texas Tech University, Colo-
rado Christian University, & MIT.
Class Scripture: The wicked man flees
though no one pursues, but the righteous are
as bold as a lion. Proverbs 28:1
Congratulations Class of 2014
Time Capsule
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WHERE
Are They
Now
?
80 Debbie Dapson Jones has been mar-
ried to her husband, Michael, for almost
31 years. They have traveled all around
the world for Michaels military career and
now live in Washington D.C. Debbie and
Michael have three daughters and three
granddaughters. Debbie is currently a
member of the Christian Motorcycle Asso-
ciation, which supports local charities and
families in need.
81
Nate
Lashway
and his
wife
Tammy
live in
Madagas-
car
where he
is a Mis-
sionary
Team
Leader
with Assemblies of God World Missions.
They have two children: Caleb (21) and
Becca (18). Nates work includes training
pastors, developing church leaders, and
implementing church planting initiatives in
hard to access places around the country
of Madagascar. Lashway family blog:
www.madmissionaries.wordpress.com.
HCS ALUMNI NEWSLETTER PAGE 4 VOLUME 4, I SSUE 1
85 John Stocum and his wife, Deborah,
live in Moriarty, NM. John is a Lieutenant
for the Torrance County Sheriffs Depart-
ment (Crime Scene/Evidence).
82 Charissa Shero Barnaby and her hus-
band Bob have two children: Ashlea (27)
and Kamron (22). Charissa works as a wor-
ship director.
82 Wayne Shero lives in Texas and has
four children and two grandchildren.
Wayne is a business owner and is a board
member of the Williamson County Live-
stock Association. I still after all these
years reflect on Hope and the love (more
than anything) that I received there.
84 Karen Gerharter-Goodman is mar-
ried to Phil Goodman. She is an airline
pilot and a Delta Naval Reservist. Karen
studied Physics and Astronomy at USC,
earned her B.S. in Biblical Studies from
Arlington Baptist, and is working on her
Masters of Christian Apologetics at Biola.
She serves on the board of directors of the
non-profit Death Valley 49ers.
84 Dr. Ana Gonzalez earned her B.A.,
M.A., and Ph.D in Education from the Uni-
versity of New Mexico. Ana is currently a
principal.
84 Michelle Hinkle Martin, married to
Wally Martin, has two children: Spike (16)
and Morgan (15). Michelle has an A.A. in
Environmental Science from Saddleback
College and a B.A. in Business Administra-
tion from Eastern New Mexico University.
She works as a field naturalist and teaches
for Inside the Outdoors, an environmen-
tal education program for the Orange
County Department of Education.
84 Jody Meywes and her husband
Lance have four children: Seth (15), and
Zoe, Henri, and Ian (10). Jody has an Asso-
ciate Degree in Business Administration/
Accounting, Banking & Finance, and Infor-
mation Management from Asheville-
Buncombe Technical Community College
and a diploma in Medical Transcription.
She works for an insurance company that
specializes in Medicaid funds for mental
health providers.
84 Beth Frey Pomeroy married Dan
Pomeroy (85) and they have two children:
Chelsey (18) and Kyle (16). Beth received
her B.S. in Nursing from the University of
New Mexico and is an RN in the ICU at
Baptist Health Louisville. Her family is ac-
tive at their church, First Baptist of Fair-
dale.
85 John Barnhill married Shannon Ek
(85). They have two children: Jacob (15)
and Emma (10). John earned a B.S. in Edu-
cation from the University of New Mexico
and is a teacher for the Albuquerque Pub-
lic Schools.
84 Tom Scripter graduated from Excelsi-
or University with a B.S. in Business. He
earned his MBS from Wake Forest Univer-
sity. Tom has two children: Ashley (25)
and Emily (22). Tom works at Sandia Na-
tional Labs as a Data Scientist.
85 Sandi Leach Williams has five chil-
dren: Jimmy
(22), Taylor
(20), Zach
(18), Abby
(16), and
Emily (13)
all of whom
have graduat-
ed from or
currently
attend Hope.
Sandi attend-
ed Oral Rob-
erts Universi-
ty and the
University of
New Mexico.
She is currently the Associate Director of
Development at Hope. Sandi is serving as
head coach of the Huskette and Cheer
programs at Hope.
82 Francine Childers Campbell has
three children: Trevor (12), Katelyn (8),
and Ryan (6). Francine received her B.S. in
Education from the University of New
Mexico. She has been involved in the run-
ning of the childrens ministry at Liberty
Baptist Church for 18 years.
84 Stacy Whitaker Guerin and her hus-
band Damian have two children. Stacy
received her B.A. in Elementary Education
from the University of Northern Colorado
and has her Gifted Endorsement (K-12)
from the State of Colorado. She teaches
elementary student in the Talented & Gift-
ed classes.
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86 Tom (Tommy) Tollison has been
married to his wife Dubravka Tollison,
M.D. for
12 years.
They have
three chil-
dren:
Thomas
(10), Ma-
tea (7),
and Leia
(4). Tom
graduated
from the
University
of New
Mexico in 1991 and Southern University
Law School in 1995. He is the Senior Assis-
tant General Counsel for U-Haul.
90 Danny Barnhart and his wife Aman-
da live in Colorado. Danny works in hay
farming and insurance.
96 Kelly Ecton Scherer lives in Colorado
with her
husband,
Bo. Kelly
graduated
with a B.S.
in Human
Services
from the
Metropol-
itan State
College of
Denver.
She is a Victim Advocate (first responder)
at the Jefferson County Sheriffs Office.
Kelly and Bo love their church, Mission
Hills.
94 Kimberly Rosenberger earned her
Associate of Science in Respiratory Thera-
py and works for Lowes Home Improve-
ment. Kimberly says Hope created my
heart to have a kind, gentle soul and de-
veloped my mind to accept what I have
seen and the life I live as God having a
special plan for me.
95 Juanita (Nita) Knotts Valdez has four
children: Gavin (15), Devin (9), Jadin (6),
and Paxtin (4). Nita married Daniel Valdez
and is a second grade teacher for Rio Ran-
cho Elementary School. She earned her
B.S. in Elementary and Special Education
from the University of New Mexico and
has an M.A. in Education from the Univer-
sity of Phoenix.
88 Daniel Merritt and his wife Yvette
live in Washington with their three chil-
dren: Michael (11), Rebecca (9), and Ben-
jamin (5). Daniel earned his B.S. in Physics
from the University of Puget Sound and
works in chemical sales. Daniel and his
wife lead worship for several local minis-
tries, are board members of The Firehouse
Church (where Yvette is also worship lead-
er), and have started a prayer/worship
ministry called The Upper Room PNW.
91 Scott Carlson and his wife Saundra
have two children: Kyle (14) and Katie
(11). Scott served in the US Navy and is
currently a warehouse and inventory con-
trol manager.
94 Marci Whitehead Dighton and her
husband Derek will be married 16 years in
July.
They
have
two
chil-
dren:
Allison
(14)
and
Johnathan (11). Marci has her B.S. in Fami-
ly Development with a minor in Sociology
from Oklahoma Baptist University. She
substitutes and helps out at her childrens
school. Her family attends Lenexa Baptist
Church, where she has led Bible studies
and Derek serves as a Deacon.
94 Cinnamon Ruvolo Wolfe lives in Cali-
fornia with her husband, Paul. She has two
stepchildren: Kyle (15) and Kaylee (13).
Cinnamon earned both her B.B.A. and
M.B.A. from the University of New Mexi-
co. She currently works in human re-
sources and is a professional photogra-
pher.
02 Robert Strong and his wife Kristal
live in Oklahoma and have two children:
Collin (5) and Emma (2). Robert earned a
degree in Mechanical Engineering from
John Brown University and is an Engineer-
ing Supervisor for T.D. Williamson.
02 Andrea Ulman Tapp and her hus-
band Kenny have two children: Abigail (2)
and Evan (4 months). Andrea received her
B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences from
Baylor University. She currently works
with abused and neglected children with
the State of Oklahoma and is a stay at
home mom. Her family is passionate
about living sustainably off of the land and
hope to have a business incorporating
building with sustainability.
03 Matt Danner and his wife Katie have
two children: Adelyne (3) and Remington
(11 months). Matt has a B.A. in Criminal
Justice from New Mexico State University
and a J.D. from the University of New
Mexico. Matt is an attorney at Swaim,
Finlayson, & Puma, P.C. Matt and his fami-
ly attend Desert Springs Church where he
and his wife serve in the childrens minis-
tries and with missions groups.
04 Melanie Baker Dunn and her hus-
band John have one son, Noah, who will
be 1 year old this summer. Melanie has
her B.S. and M.A. in Elementary Education,
both from the University of New Mexico.
She works as a 3rd grade teacher for the
Albuquerque Public Schools.
86 Paula Ollila and her fianc, Jeff Abra-
ham, are planning their wedding for July
2015 in Cancun, Mexico. They were en-
gaged on December 22
nd
, 2012 in Albu-
querque by the Rio Grande during a family
photo session. Paula lives in Arizona
where she works as an accountant.
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Katie Swaim
Communications, Fundraising, Alumni Coordinator
Sandi Williams
Associate Director of Development
08 Chris Ela is a Tactical Air Control Par-
ty officer in the US Air Force. While at-
tending the Air Force Academy, Chris trav-
eled with the Fellowship of Catholic Uni-
versity Students on a mission trip to El
Salvador and also studied abroad in Cairo,
Egypt where he served as student-teacher
of English. Chris became host for delega-
tions visiting the Air Force Academy from
Saudi Arabia, Algeria, and Turkey. After
graduating, Chris spent time teaching an
ethical management and leadership semi-
nar in China.
04 Kjirstin Alton Phillips and her hus-
band Christopher have three children:
Daniel (7), Joey (4), and Annalysa (1).
Christopher is in the US Air Force and their
family currently lives in Italy. Kjirstin at-
tended the University of New Mexico and
is going to Western Governors University.
11 Shelby Jennings is currently attend-
ing the University of New Mexico. She is a
study hall aide and tutor at Hope.
13 Brittney Sherman is currently study-
ing nursing at the University of the New
Mexico.
13 Mariah Carrisalez attends Central
New Mexico and is pursuing a degree in
Business and Education. Outside of school,
Mariah works in a childrens clothing
store.
06 Taylor Nail lives in Orlando, Florida
and is a staff member of Campus Crusade
for Christ. Taylor works on the Jesus Film
Project and has traveled to over 25 coun-
tries and recorded 24 different languages.
Taylor does audio dubbing for new lan-
guages for the film. Taylor has a Bachelor
of Creative Media in Digital Film Making
from New Mexico State University.
04 Tiffani Escajeda is currently a Rela-
tionship Banker with Bank of Albuquer-
que.
04 - Desiree Rolston Graham and her
husband Chris married in December 2008.
They have two boys: Christopher (5) and
Daniel (2). Desiree is a stay at home mom.
05- Leslie Bennett lives in Colorado where
she is a software engineer for Davidson
Technologies. Leslie earned three degrees
from UCCS: B.S. in Computer Science, B.A.
in Economics, and a B.S. in Mathematics.
04 Amanda Lott Vehar, married to
Greg Vehar, earned her B.S. in Elementary
and Special Education and an M.A. in Sec-
ondary Education from the University of
New Mexico. Amanda is a middle school
special education math teacher.
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