LETTER FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
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LETTER FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL St. John’s Episcopal School has set the standard for private, high quality education in Abilene for over 65 years—recently celebrating our sapphire anniversary. St. John’s continues to fulfill its founding mission, to provide an enriched academic program that emphasizes the development of each child’s potential within a caring and Christian environment. I first came to know St. John’s as a student and alumnus, then as a multi- termed Trustee, and now as a parent. As a proud parent and current Pres- ident of the Board of Trustees, I continue to serve St. Johns, and champion its capacity for success from many perspectives. My story is like the story of so many other members of this wonderful Board. We share a collective memory of roaming the halls as students, returning to celebrate as alumni and volunteers, enrolling our children, and for some, even grandchildren, grateful for St. John’s tradition of excellence. The current Board of Trustees respect the contributions of those who served before us. As a Board, we are grateful to partner with Rebecca McMillon, her administrative team and an amazing faculty and staff, all of whom give the St. John’s mission life. As Trustees, we have been afforded an opportunity to serve an amazing institution, both in governing the affairs of the School, and as cheerleaders for its success. The Board remains dedicated to the conviction that a financially-stable and future-focused St. John’s Episcopal School provides an essential choice for the children of Abilene. Generosity from so many people and organizations over the years have made possible St. John’s growth and progress. We value personal contribu- tion of time and talent, as well as financial contributions that provide the resources that help St. John’s thrive. With the boom of the electronic age, St. John’s is creating opportunities for online and monthly giving to improve revenue streams, and to develop more active bonds with our donors. The guideposts of the past provide a rich foundation on which to build a flourishing, tech savvy future. The Board of Trustees thanks the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest, whose vision founded the School, and whose unwavering dedication continues to be a foundational source of strength. We appreciate and cherish the laughter of students, the engagement of their parents and the shared hunger for authentic learning that St. John’s feeds. The current Board of Trustees will continue its commitment to not only preserving the wonderful institution that St. John’s is, but to continue to maximize and grow all that St. John’s can become. Sincerely, Matthew W. Choate, SJES Class of ‘84 President, Board of Trustees LETTER FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES While an annual report is designed to look back, reflect and express appreciation, St. John’s Episcopal School also issues this publication as a celebration of our wonderful family: students whose faces grace these pages, parents whose commitment to St. John’s philosophy motivates them to enroll their children year after year, administrators, faculty and staff whose dedication knits together each day, each classroom experience, each amazing academic year; donors, families, alumni, businesses and local foundations who sustain this opportunity for a distinctive formative education offered to the Abilene area. St. John’s upholds a proud tradition as we engage our Preschool through fifth grade students in the most advanced learning strategies strengthened by modern technology housed in well-appointed classrooms. Building on tradition, St. John’s prepares tomorrow's leaders. Read about St. John’s recent accomplishments, join us as we sincerely thank our friends and donors and partner with us as we continue the journey in the new academic year. Sincerely, Rebecca McMillon Head of School . . . . Mrs. McMillon and two students during St. John’s Sunday at Church of the Heavenly Rest.
Transcript of LETTER FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
LETTER FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
St. John’s Episcopal School has set the standard for private, high quality education in Abilene for over 65 years—recently celebrating our sapphire anniversary. St. John’s continues to fulfill its founding mission, to provide an enriched academic program that emphasizes the development of each child’s potential within a caring and Christian environment.
I first came to know St. John’s as a student and alumnus, then as a multi-termed Trustee, and now as a parent. As a proud parent and current Pres-ident of the Board of Trustees, I continue to serve St. Johns, and champion its capacity for success from many perspectives. My story is like the story of so many other members of this wonderful Board. We share a collective memory of roaming the halls as students, returning to celebrate as alumni and volunteers, enrolling our children, and for some, even grandchildren, grateful for St. John’s tradition of excellence.
The current Board of Trustees respect the contributions of those who served before us. As a Board, we are grateful to partner with Rebecca McMillon, her administrative team and an amazing faculty and staff, all of whom give the St. John’s mission life. As Trustees, we have been afforded an opportunity to serve an amazing institution, both in governing the affairs of the School, and as cheerleaders for its success. The Board remains dedicated to the conviction that a financially-stable and future-focused St. John’s Episcopal School provides an essential choice for the children of Abilene.
Generosity from so many people and organizations over the years have made possible St. John’s growth and progress. We value personal contribu-tion of time and talent, as well as financial contributions that provide
the resources that help St. John’s thrive. With the boom of the electronic age, St. John’s is creating opportunities for online and monthly giving to improve revenue streams, and to develop more active bonds with our donors. The guideposts of the past provide a rich foundation on which to build a flourishing, tech savvy future.
The Board of Trustees thanks the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest, whose vision founded the School, and whose unwavering dedication continues to be a foundational source of strength. We appreciate and cherish the laughter of students, the engagement of their parents and the shared hunger for authentic learning that St. John’s feeds. The current Board of Trustees will continue its commitment to not only preserving the wonderful institution that St. John’s is, but to continue to maximize and grow all that St. John’s can become.
Sincerely,
Matthew W. Choate, SJES Class of ‘84President, Board of Trustees
LETTER FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
While an annual report is designed to look back, reflect and express appreciation, St. John’s Episcopal School also issues this publication as a celebration of our wonderful family:
students whose faces grace these pages, parents whose commitment to St. John’s philosophy motivates them to enroll their children year after year, administrators, faculty and staff whose dedication knits together each day, each classroom experience, each amazing academic year; donors, families, alumni, businesses and local foundations who sustain this opportunity for a distinctive formative education offered to the Abilene area.
St. John’s upholds a proud tradition as we engage our Preschool through fifth grade students in the most advanced learning strategies strengthened by modern technology housed in well-appointed classrooms. Building on tradition, St. John’s prepares tomorrow's leaders. Read about St. John’s recent accomplishments, join us as we sincerely thank our friends and donors and partner with us as we continue the journey in the new academic year.
Sincerely,
Rebecca McMillonHead of School
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Mrs. McMillon and two students during St. John’s Sunday at Church of the Heavenly Rest.
ST. JOHN’S COMMUNITY OF GIVINGEndowments:
St. John’s Designated Endowment FundEstablished December 20, 1990.
St. John’s Agency Endowment FundEstablished June 17, 1993 by St. John’s School.
Taliaferro Endowment for St. John’s Episcopal SchoolEstablished March 1, 1996 by Leigh and Michelle Taliaferro.
Maggy Morford St. John’s Episcopal School Designated FundEstablished on April 1, 1998 by Maggy Morford.
St. John’s Headmaster’s Endowment FundEstablished June 1, 1999 by Julia Jones Matthews.
St. John’s Learning for a Lifetime FundThis fund was established on April 30, 2002 by St. John’s Episcopal School
in partnership with the Dodge Jones Foundation.
St. John’s Episcopal School Excellence FundEstablished August 19, 2005 by Julia Jones Matthews.
Jamie DunnElizabeth & Gregory Henderson
Pam & Jose VegaFuture Fund of AbileneMeredith & Luke Back
Dr. Jenny & Mike FernandezSuzanne AlexanderAlex & Brady Beal
Athletic SupplyBucketheads Screen Printing
Susan & Tim BowlesLou & Robert D. Briley
Dr. Charlie & Lauren CecilChest and Sleep Medicine PA
Marissa & Cody ClarkSusan Converse
David Ballard - State FarmJennifer & Darrell Franklin
Linda & Allen FrizzellNicole & Jon GrantShea & Larry Hall
Laura & Lee HensonLavelle & Donny KilloughDr. Brit & Mollie Lawrence
Emily & John LomaxMary Mayer
Barbara & Bynum MiersKim & Jay Miers
Carol & Jerry Don MilesBrooke & McCade Miller
Linda & Randy MillerValerie & Gil MurphyStaci & Mark Shannon
Dana & Steve SmithJulie & Jeff Stephenson
Cyndi & Randall StockstillStovall Realtors
Dr. Leigh & Michelle TaliaferroJane & David Todd
Dawn TrammellRick Weatherl
Jeanie & Mike Young
Scholarships:Martha Vletas Memorial Scholarship,
Awarded to: Yuziela Flores
Eric Otto Memorial Scholarship, Awarded to: Emily Jeanes
Morris Denny Memorial Scholarship, Awarded to: Andrea & Sarah Martinez
John B. & Dorothy B. Pope Scholarship,Awarded to:
Emma Henao & Anderson Stimmler
R.L. McCarty Memorial Scholarship, Awarded to: Frankie Ge
Norwood-Likens Memorial Scholarship, Awarded to: Julie Cecilio
The Rob Smart Merit Scholarship,Awarded to: Claire Trammell
Carr P. Collins Scholarship,
Awarded to: Amelia Rockett
The McMillon Family Coming Home Scholarship,
Awarded to: Jon-Michael Allelo
Hallie Taylor Scholarship,Awarded to Claire Trammell
2017-2018 Gifts To St. John’s St. John’s Saints ($1,000 or more)
Dodge Jones FoundationCommunity Foundation of Abilene
National Philanthropic TrustFerris Consulting Corp.
Choate Law Firm P.L.L.CLynn Beckham Marderosian
Anita & Bruce RockettMelinda & Charles M. McCarty
Jeanette & Josh BlackDixie BassettMolly Cline
Nancy & John EstesHortensia & Alex Armour
First Financial BankAnnabel House
Sleeping Giant/Little Giant KidzDr. Chris & Joanne McClish
Lindsay & Jay HardawayJulie & Mike Denny
Peggy & Bob BeckhamCarolyn & John Beckham
Mehaffey & Watson Law FirmDr. Chris & Brittany Eddleman
Patti JonesKoda InsuranceLawrence Hall
Katherine & Scott MayerTrudy & William Alcorn
Lee OrthodonticsDr. Victor J. & Sherry Hirsch
Callie & Lee HamptonMDVIP
St. John’s Community2017-2018
Board of Trustees:Mr. Matthew Choate,
President
Mrs. Susie Rockett,Vice-President
Mrs. Annabel House, Treasurer
Ms. Dixie Bassett, Secretary
Vestry Representative
Mr. Tim Lillick
Mr. Cameron Rinard
Mrs. Nancy Estes
Mrs. Candy Scarborough
Mr. Nick Shepherd
Mrs. Terri Cress
Mr. Matt Haney
Mr. Jason Hall
Mrs. Lauren Long
Mr. Lee Hampton
Mr. Jay Hardaway
Rev. Luke Back, Church of the Heavenly Rest Rector
Current Administration:Rebecca McMillon,
Head of School
Angie Jordan, Business Manager
Samantha Miers, Director of Development
Allison Bredemeyer, Director of Admissions & Marketing
Katherine Gloyna, Director of Curriculum &
Instruction
Claire Coelho, Receptionist
Brooke Bennett,Accounting Assistant
Maggye Sitzes,Nurse
Kenny Rushing,Project Manager
2017-2018 Parent Teacher Organization:
Hortensia Armour, President
Jeanette Black, Vice President
Amber Wallace, Treasurer
Dr.'s Sara & Talmadge TrammellLauren & Jason Long
Taylor County Tap HouseAML Environmental LPMisty & Nathan LowryLogan & Taylor Sturgis
Lucy & Sam VinsonCharles M Taylor III DDS
Abilene BlindsBatjer & Associates, Inc.
Rebecca & Joseph CroweDr. Larry & Debbie Ellis
ENT Allergy Asthma Immunology CenterRebecca & Claude Lindsey
Dr. Kelsi & Joseph MangremTom Perini
Cam Balcom & Christi McCartyRetha & Richard Wittie
Head of School Club ($500-$999)Samantha & Robert Miers
Lori OwenThe Barber Foundation
Nothing Bundt Cakes Betty Roses
Dr.'s Sarah & Dickson FergusonMr. BurgerKaren Rose
Rebecca & Matt McMillonAbilene Eye Institute
Abilene Teachers FCUBrandie & Justin Anderson
Barnes & Williams Drug CentersBarr Roofing CompanyDana & Ferral Endsley
Holland Hearing CenterLeigh Anne & Jerry Holden
Nelson Construction LLCNancy & John Nichols
Oral Surgery of Abilene - Dr. Ryan GreenJane & Phil Guitar
Carolyn RinardSusie & Chris Rockett
The MillWes-T-Go Fuels, Inc.
Benefactor ($250-$499)Debra & Tim Lillick
Carol & Glen HallClaudia & Othon Almanza
Maria Devora-PortilloBlue Sky
Donalyn & Joe AlexanderSharon Riley
Terri & Joe CressDr. Samantha & Kevin Goodman
Dr. Paras & Nikki RamoliaDr. Eric and Mollie Zavaleta
Dr. Stella & Stanley AmaechiAileengale & Jonathan Dizon
Jill & Scott BishopBecky & Jack Rentz
Dr. Katherine & Cameron Rinard Naomi & Julie Cecilio
Abilene Pediatric Dental Assoc. PLLCAbilene Tattoo Removal Clinic
Claire & Matt CoelhoMargaret & George Back
Grady BarrKelly & Bill Berry
Melanie & Kent BrownCBS Insurance, L.L.P.
Dr. David & Michelle DownsDr. Ryan & Jennifer Green
Fuel MastersImage Sculptors
La Cara AestheticsPam Letz
Adriana & Daman LiewJackie & Roger Love
Miguels Mex Tex CaféSusan & Darrell Morgan
Mr. and Mrs. Cox Denise & Diem Le NgyuenBarbara & Larry Pittman
Primal Crushing LLCFrancis & Leland Robinson
Dr. Clayton & Kelly RunyanCandy & Charles Scarborough
Pat SmithCindy & Steve Strain
Alexa Torrez West Texas Pools & Spas
Emma & Madalyn Wilson
Sustainer ($100-$249)Lexi and Minor AlexanderMelinda & Brad StephensCarolyn & King Buckner
Jan FordJill Jeanes-Nolan
Sarah & Bobby MiersCindy & Jay Stolworth
Allison & Kevin BredemeyerNancy & Derral Reed
Kathryn & Robert ReynoldsLinsey & Timothy Green
Ashley & Jason Hall Suzanne & Gary CaseyBetty & Michael Coffey
Dr. David & Claire CarlsonAngie & Billy Jack Jordan
Betty & Richard LaSeur Dr. Rocky & Amy McAdamsDr. Radley & Crystal NicholsBelinda & Nicholas Shepherd
Amy & Pat HarrisonShelley & James Hughes
Johanna & Jason WeltzinDiane & Josh Stearns
- Spelling Bee- Mo-Ranch
- Learning Garden- Student Council
- Spirit Team- Drama Club
- Spanish- Spanish- Fine Arts Exhibits
- Tennis Team- Wingspan
- Science Fair -Community Choral
Performances
May 15, 2019,Save the date and update!
Please send address updatesto Allison Bredemeyer,
so we can reach you in a timely manner.
[email protected]@stjohnsabilene.orgor 325.695.8870.
ENRICHMENTEDUCATION
OPPORTUNITIES
COMINGHOMEA copy of the
2017-2018Financials Audit can be found on our website at
www.stjohnsabilene.org
