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ConnectionRELATIONSHIPS, EXCELLENCE, AND SERVICE TO THE GLORY OF GOD

New and Yet the Same “I love that the cross is in the center of the new logo because the cross is the center of everything we do at Wheaton Academy.” ISAIAH BESS ’22 Connection Contents

| FEATURES | 6 Homecoming 2019: October 3-6 Alumni Schedule of Events A full weekend of events and fellowship is planned. 8 New and Yet the Same Unveiling the New Wheaton Academy Logo Our new logo emphasizes the cross at the center of our 165-year mission.

14 Distinguished Alumni Recognizing Alumni at Homecoming 2019 Randy Hultgren ’84, Phil Fogle ’59, Brandon Chism ’04, and the late Bob Rasera ’56 will be honored at Homecoming 2019 for their Kingdom accomplishments.

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2 WA News 5 Alumni News: Homecoming 2019 12 Development: Legacy Impact 18 AlumNotes Photo Credit: Kylie Orphan ’21 Orphan Kylie Credit: Photo From the Head of School

Connection Warriors for Christ

SUMMER 2019 ecently, a Wheaton Academy alumna, having Volume 15, Issue 2 completed her freshman year of college, was sharing with me memories about her high Joy Crowe school teachers, classmates, spiritual growth, Director of Development andR educational highlights. Her enthusiasm was contagious Laura Cusack ’98 Development Associate and emphasized to me the significance that Wheaton Dawn Earl Academy holds for many of our graduates. It also reminded Director of Alumni Relations me that as a school we need to be strategic in communicating Barb Frost this significance to others. That enthusiasm and our Administrative Assistant earnest desire to represent our school effectively were two Robert Johnson of the factors that prompted our recent rebranding efforts. Director of Marketing We are pleased with the new brand and trust that it will Ben Spoelhof ’13 represent our values clearly as well as create a compelling Marketing Associate image in the digital space and Melodee Dill Stephens Graphic Designer other media channels such as “Even though this current brand has Trish Main print and athletics. Even though a different look, it still denotes who English Teacher & Department Head this current brand has a different look, it still denotes who we have we have been, are now, and will always be: Warriors—warriors Steve Bult been, are now, and will always be: Head of School Warriors—warriors whose growth whose growth continues to be Steve Karlson continues to be nurtured in nurtured in relationships, excellence, COO/CFO relationships, excellence, and and service, all to the glory of God.” Kori Hockett service, all to the glory of God. STEVE BULT Principal We are grateful to many of you WHEATON ACADEMY for your help, input, and feedback 900 Prince Crossing Road in this effort, and I trust you will enjoy the cover story of this edition of theConnection which West Chicago, IL 60185 highlights the truth of the faithfulness of God in leading, providing, and directing us 630.562.7500 (voice) throughout 2018-2019. Thank you for your ongoing prayers, support, and encouragement 630.231.0842 (fax) over this last school year. wheatonacademy.org FRONT COVER Soli Deo Gloria, Special thanks to WA teacher Josh Burick who used the Idea Lab to create the rendering of the new logo used for the cover photo.

Photo Credit: Sean McCallum’s Photography Class Steve Bult Head of School © 2019 Wheaton Academy, All rights reserved.

OUR MISSION To nurture growth in our students through relationships, excellence, and service to the glory of God.

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WA Tennis: All Out. All Game. All Season.

he team of Devin Greeno ’20 and Owen Setran ’19, the first ever Warrior tennis players to reach the IHSA State Doubles Final, Tcame away with a 2nd place finish, the highest placing in the school’s history. The other Warrior doubles team of Tristan Hilson ’ 20 and Graham Shelton ’20 earned a top-12 finish. The only singles player competing for Wheaton Academy, Jacob Williams ’21, secured a top-16 finish. Setran finished out his career on a high note with 30 wins on the season and 92 victories for his career, which is second best in Warrior history behind the 104 wins of Ty Krill ’18. Setran’s partner Greeno now sits at 90 career victories which is third in program history. Greeno also set a new Wheaton Academy record for most wins in a season with 34 victories. Closing out the year, the Warriors finished with a 12-1 record (6-0 MSC) and with conference and sectional titles. The Wheaton Academy State Qualifiers team placed 3rd in state. Their hard-earned trophy will be displayed in the Heritage Field House, a tribute to the commitment to excellence demonstrated by the WA team this year.

Owen Setran ’19 (left) and Devin Greeno ’20 (right) with their 2nd place silver medals

2 WHEATON ACADEMY CONNECTION SUMMER 2019 LISA BEAMER CHAPEL MESSAGE: The Redemptive Story WA faculty, staff, and students were blessed by a message from Lisa Beamer, widow of Flight 93 hero Todd Beamer ’87. Lisa shared insights about Todd’s time at WA. Playing sports was his passion, and his favorite memory was winning the basketball PSL (Private School League) title. In fact, the Beamers have a piece of the old Warrior Dome floor on display in their home along with the 1985 and 1986 conference basketball schedules, marked with Ws and Ls. Todd’s best friend, Keith Franz ’87, told Lisa that Todd was known as a gamer, the guy you wanted to have the ball when the game was on the line. Lisa thanked the godly men from WA and Wheaton Christian Grammar School who had a profound influence on Todd’s life story: Steve Clum, Gene Frost, Ned Gulbransen, Ken Ellis, Jim Huitsing, Roger Burgess, Steve Johnson. As a mom of three, Lisa exhorted the Academy students to ask themselves: What is the use of my story apart from His? Jesus’ story is one of servanthood driven by perfect love. She challenged them not to seek the perfect story—as sought by so many on social media platforms—but to embrace the truth that our stories will take unexpected twists and turns. An awareness that we cannot—and should not—control our lives frees us to love God and serve people in a countercultural way. Her faith in the face of personal tragedy made her testimony all the more compelling as she urged those in attendance to “embrace the unexpected and the paradoxical with the attitude of a servant whose purpose is singular—to attend to what the Master loves.” You can view her chapel Top: Lisa Beamer speaking at a WA chapel Bottom: Yearbook photo of Todd Beamer ’87 and message in its entirety at livestream.com/walivevideo or read more about Todd teammates commemorating the PSL basketball and Lisa Beamer in Lisa’s book, Let’s Roll. championship in 1986

Grandparents Day 2019 Wheaton Academy students welcomed their grandparents to our campus on Tuesday, April 30, for our annual Grandparents Day celebration. The grandparents began their visit with a program in the Fine Arts Center featuring the Wheaton Academy Band, Women’s Chorale, Men’s Ensemble, Concert Choir, and Furnace Dance Company. Afterward they accompanied their grandchildren to classes where they glimpsed Wheaton Academy’s Christ-centered academic programs as well as experienced the Academy’s mission statement in action. This day is always a highlight of the year for all involved. Please mark your calendars for next year’s Grandparents Day on Tuesday, April 28, 2020!

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Bittersweet Goodbye: 2019 Hiller Award Recipient Jeff Brooke ’02 In 1976, the family and friends of Will Hiller, former Wheaton Academy For twelve years, Jeff Brooke has helped to shape board member, established the Wilbur A. Hiller Memorial Teaching Award the culture and community at Wheaton Academy, to carry on his dream to stimulate and encourage teaching excellence. The serving in many roles. He has impacted students in recipient of this annual “Teacher of the Year” award is selected by the the classroom as a Bible teacher, on the soccer field faculty and students based on the following qualities: as boys’ and girls’ soccer head coach, and in the WA • The consistent exhibition of Christian graces, integrity, and service. school community by shaping the chapel program • Knowledge and competence in their field. and creating an environment for students to grow • Dedication to the profession of teaching and the ability to inspire spiritually in their walk with Jesus Christ. students toward higher academic achievement and the display of It is with mixed emotions that we share that Jeff Christian virtues. has answered the call to serve as Associate Head of • Sensitivity and concern toward students as School at Wheaton Christian Grammar School for people in a changing world and society. the 2019-20 school year with a succession plan in • The willingness to offer time and talents place for him to assume the role of Head of School. to this school outside the classroom While this new role will certainly be a loss for the responsibilities. Wheaton Academy community, we are thankful The Hiller family has faithfully carried that Jeff and his family will be close by and will on the tradition of this award since continue to partner with Wheaton Academy in the its inception. Betsy Hiller ’71, years to come. daughter of the late Will and Ruth As Jeff pursues this opportunity to continue his Ann Hiller, presented the award ministry in Christian education, please join us in to the 2019 recipient Brad praying for him and his family as they begin this Thornton, vice principal for new endeavor. instruction and English department co-head.

4 WHEATON ACADEMY CONNECTION SUMMER 2019 Alumni News

Memorial Bricks Dedication Heritage Breakfast With the creation of the Emmy Gaffey ’10 Memorial Garden in 2015, there is now The Heritage Breakfast, added in 2016 to the a place on campus where precious members of the WA community can be Homecoming weekend, is designed to honor remembered. those whose leadership and contributions We will be dedicating memorial bricks to the following beloved WA alumni and have impacted the past, present, and future of friends at Homecoming 2019: Matt Egler ’09, Hadi Flora ’08, Bill Henning ’51, Wheaton Academy. Among the groups Joyce Johnson, Ellen (Hanson ’42) Lindop, Jane (Watson ’52) Moore, Nancy of people recognized are past and present (Strobeck ’73) Perry, Bob Rasera ’56, and Chuck Strobeck. Board and administrative leadership, Legacy If you and/or your family or class would like to have a memorial brick dedicated Circle members, past and present Alumni of for a member of the WA community who has passed away, please contact Dawn the Year, Legacy Teaching Award recipients, Earl, Director of Alumni Relations, or visit wheatonacademy.org/support-wa/ and reunion classes. Please register for memorial-garden for more information. this complimentary event by visiting The deadline for Homecoming 2020 Memorial Bricks donations is June 15, 2020. WA.360alumni.com/events.

50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration

Congratulations to beloved Headmaster Emeritus David Roth and his wife Nancy! The Roths celebrated their 50-year anniversary on June 7, 2019. The couple’s “secret” weapon is prayer. A family that prays together stays together!

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CELEBRATING 165 YEARS

HONORING OUR LEGACY EMBRACING OUR FUTURE

All alumni are invited back to Homecoming Checklist campus for homecoming events! h Visit the alumni platform at WA.360alumni.com Homecoming weekend at the • Activate or update your profile Academy is packed with lots of great • Register for Homecoming and reunion events activities that you will not want to • Find classmates miss. Make sure you have marked • Connect with classmates through the Class Groups your calendars for October 3-6, 2019. h For Hotel information and the Homecoming 2019 schedule Homecoming 2019 is the reunion • Visit wheatonacademy.org year for the following classes: Click on COMMUNITY in the maroon horizontal menu bar on the 1949, 1954, 1959, 1964, top of the home page. A menu will drop down. Click on ALUMNI. 1969 (50-year reunion), • Or visit the alumni platform at WA.360alumni.com 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, Sign in and look under HEADLINES on the home page. 1994 (25-year reunion), h Follow the Wheaton Academy Alumni Facebook page 1999, 2004, 2009, and 2014. for Homecoming and reunion posts.

h Make sure WA has your current mailing address and email so that you don’t miss Homecoming and reunion communication.

If you would be willing to help with your class’s reunion committee, Visit WA.360alumni.com please contact Dawn Earl, Director of Alumni Relations, at for Homecoming updates! [email protected] or 630.562.7510.

6 WHEATON ACADEMY CONNECTION SUMMER 2019 homecoming 2019 Schedule of alumni events

Thursday, October 3 Saturday, October 5 7 p.m. Varsit y Football Game Come for the 9 a.m. Heritage Breakfast Homecoming kick-off! (Atrium) – Complimentary

7 p.m. Alumni Tent Opens Heritage Breakfast Class of 2019 grads who ordered and paid for a The Alumni of the Year and Legacy Award yearbook – pick up your yearbooks here! recipients will be our special guests.

All alumni and former faculty/staff are Friday, October 4 invited to this special breakfast. Registration 5:30 p.m. Catered Alumni Dinner Sign-in Begins requested at WA.360alumni.com. (Atrium) 10:30 a.m. Memorial Brick Dedication in the Emmy 6 p.m. Cater ed Alumni Dinner (Atrium) Gaffey ’10 Memorial Garden followed by $22 per person charge Campus Tour with Dr. Frost 6 p.m. JV Soccer Game The following beloved members of the WA 7 p.m. Alumni Tent Opens community will be remembered with a Class of 2019 grads who ordered and paid for a memorial brick: Matt Egler ’09, Hadi Flora ’08, yearbook – pick up your yearbooks here! Bill Henning ’51, Joyce Johnson, Ellen Alumni Registration Begins (Hanson ’42) Lindop, Jane (Watson ’52) Moore, (Alumni Tent) Nancy (Strobeck ’73) Perry, Bob Rasera ’56, Chuck Strobeck. Alumni Registration PM Individual Class Reunions Register in the Alumni Tent on Thursday For class reunion information, including and/or Friday night and receive a registration, please visit WA.360alumni.com. complimentary pass to the WA games on that day! Our thanks to you for attending Homecoming 2019! Sunday, October 6 Alumni Family Picnic (Parking Lot adjacent 9 a.m. Alumni Choir Practice (Alumni Chapel) to WA Performance Trust Field) Alumni are Alumni Choir is open to all alumni invited to bring their families! Food available Sing on Sunday! for purchase at the Concession Stand. The Alumni Choir is open to all alumni. 7:15 p.m. Homecomin g Program for All Alumni Meet on Sunday morning for a brief practice and Current Families (FAC) before the Homecoming Worship. Recognition of 2019 Co-Alumni of Year, 9:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship Phil Fogle ’59 and Randy Hultgren ’84; (Alumni Chapel) – Complimentary 2019 Distinguished Young Alumnus of 10 a.m. Homecoming Worship Service the Year, Brandon Chism ’04; and (Alumni Chapel) 2019 Richard Holt Science Award recipient, Special music by the Alumni Choir the late Bob Rasera ’56. 8 p.m. Rally Around the Reunion Flags

Find your class flag! Meet up with your classmates at your flag.

8 p.m. Varsity Soccer Game 8 p.m. Alumni Dessert Reception (Atrium & Commons) – Complimentary register for homecoming & REUNION events at WA.360alumni.com 9:30 p.m. Fireworks (after the game)

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BY TRISH MAIN ince the gospel message embodies both our purpose and our power, logically it also should be communicated in the brand by which we are recognized: “But God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of In an age of recognition our Lord Jesus Christ” (Galatians 6:14). Our new logo—designed with Sboth professional direction and feedback from faculty, staff, parents, alumni, via trademarks, the students, and donors—emphasizes the centrality of the cross in our school, revision of the Wheaton leaving no doubt as to our purpose. This purpose has been the bulwark of the school since its inception in 1853, and Academy logo sets our dedication to preparing students with excellent academic instruction, excellent relationships with teachers and peers, and excellent spiritual leadership has not school apart with the diminished. The power of God, as demonstrated over these past 165 years, has unique and clear depiction preserved the integrity of the biblical perspective that permeates all our curriculum. For that consistency, He deserves all the glory. of the cross of Christ as That attribution of glory, expressed so eloquently in our seal, Soli Deo Gloria, will continue to be magnified as the seal’s content the center of our existence. remains unchanged. The opened Word of God continues to point to the Light of the World: “And Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life’” (John 8:12). Our school is committed to being a conduit of that light to the entire Wheaton Academy community.

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8 WHEATON ACADEMY CONNECTION SUMMER 2019 Wheaton Academy students modeled new uniforms and WA Wear at the logo reveal assembly on May 13, 2019.

“I love that the cross is in the center of the new logo because the cross is the center of everything we do at Wheaton Academy.” ISAIAH BESS ’22

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SUMMER 2019 WHEATONACADEMY.ORG 9 Frequently, it is through that community, both current and alumni families, that we experience God’s power. The gracious and generous involvement by those families—hosting international students, helping with special events, participating in Winterim, supporting with finances, praying for teachers and students—is a sampling of the way God’s power is at work through that community. Our new logo builds a visual identity Without question, God’s power is a necessity: “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the for both athletics and academics authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the that represents the depth and spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms” (Ephesians 6:12). As we continue to prepare students for this struggle, we recognize that excellence of Wheaton Academy, we are equipping warriors who need to “be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power” so that they “can take [their] stand against reflects our commitment to biblical the devil’s schemes” (Ephesians 6:10-11). We are trusting God’s education, and honors our legacy. power to accomplish these purposes, and we continue to hold firmly to our identification as Warriors!

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10 WHEATON ACADEMY CONNECTION SUMMER 2019 Over the next several years, as we incorporate our new logo boast of enthusiastic support by the Cheerleaders, Pep Band, Drum across all aspects of the school, all our programs will have a Line, and Maroon Platoon. In an effort to augment that support, consistent visual association with Wheaton Academy while our the administrative team is currently exploring options for the students, our faculty, and our staff will remain the Wheaton creation of a cute, costumed, cartoonish, spirit-boosting—and of Academy Warriors. Christians are exhorted to “put on the full course, maroon—character as a mascot! Stay tuned for the results armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be of that search. able to stand your ground” (Ephesians 6:13). Although our Wheaton Academy has been blessed in the past two decades Warriors may be strapping on safety goggles, shoulder pads, or with numerous additions—a new Fine Arts Center; a new Heritage tap shoes instead of armor and they may be carrying a camera, Field House; a new Science & Technology Center; a new program swinging a golf club, or navigating a computer program rather for International Students; new athletic programs; new athletic than wielding a sword, they will be consistently outfitted with a fields; new Student Services Support; new course offerings;new logo that clearly displays their connection to Christ and to teachers; new students; new administrators—and now we have a Wheaton Academy. new logo which accentuates the centrality of the cross of Christ. As our Warriors participate in a variety of competitive venues, That logo should remind us continuously that the Christ-centered encouragement by classmates, friends, and family plays an purpose of Wheaton Academy and the power on which we depend important role in their success. Currently, our athletic events can to persevere have stayed the same for 165 years. Soli Deo Gloria!

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n August of 2015, I stepped onto the campus of Wheaton Academy as the mother of an incoming freshman. Wheaton Academy was new to our family, and at the time we lived 20 miles from WA.I Following eighth-grade graduation, our oldest son, Peter, was enrolled at, and expecting to attend, the Will you local public high school. But in the summer of 2015, the Lord interrupted those plans. Faced with a decision consider that would impact his next four years, Peter prayerfully considered his options and, in the end, felt called to attend the Academy. partnering Fast forward four years. I am now employed by Wheaton Academy, my daughter will be a junior in the with us as we fall, and Peter has just completed his senior year, graduating this past spring. As I reflect on the last four seek to impact years, I am filled with gratitude to the Lord for the way in which He directed Peter’s path. From the onset, it was evident that Wheaton Academy was a special place, but I had no way the lives of of knowing the profound way in which it would impact my son during his time here. Like many students, Peter took full advantage of all WA had to offer, involving himself in various extra- our young curricular opportunities such as athletics, Student Council, Project LEAD, and WA Representatives. But within each activity and opportunity one reality proved certain, Christ has people during been at the center of it all. This focus initially drew me to our new logo with the cross in the center. It is a powerful symbol of what we strive to be—an academic institution that puts Christ at the center of all we their four do. Christ is lifted high in worship and chapel. Christ is studied and taught in the classroom. Christ-like behavior is lived out in our athletic competitions and is modeled to our students daily years here? by our living curriculum teachers. For over 165 years, Wheaton Academy has been changing the lives of our young people by pointing them to the One who is at the center of all we do. I have seen it in the lives of the students you so generously support each year, and I have witnessed it in the lives of my own children. As I prepare to send my son off to his next season of life, I am incredibly grateful to the Lord for interrupting Peter’s plans in the summer of 2015. When Peter made the decision to attend Wheaton Academy, we knew it would impact his high school years. However, we didn’t know that it would truly change the trajectory of his life. What a remarkable legacy! Wheaton Academy, founded over a century and a half ago, is committed to transforming students, not just for the present but for generations to come and always with the cross of Christ at the center. To God be the Glory.

Joy Crowe Director of Development

12 WHEATON ACADEMY CONNECTION SUMMER 2019 Todd Beamer Benefit Golf Outing 2019 Please mark your calendars and plan to join us on Monday, August 26, for our annual Todd Beamer Benefit Golf Outing at Stonebridge Country Club in Aurora. Each year, this outing raises significant funds to support scholarships for Wheaton Academy students. Please visit wheatonacademy. org/support-wa/golf-outings-2/ to register! Registration for individuals and foursomes begins July 10. Questions? Contact Diane Van Dyke at [email protected]. Pictured left to right: Beth Froese, Jessica Froese ’16, Luke Froese ’21, Matt Dominguez ’91, Steve Bult, Steve Willemssen, Simon Shackelford ’19, Rebekah Vishanoff ’19, Greg Froese, Lane Froese ’19. Froese Award 2019 In 2015 when Wheaton Academy alumna Chase Froese ’13 unexpectedly passed away in a drowning accident, parents Greg and Beth Froese felt the Lord calling them to honor Chase in a very special way. The Froese Scholarship, awarded in memory of Chase, is given each May to two WA seniors who exemplify many of the qualities Chase possessed: an adventurous spirit, intentional relationships, and a deep love for Jesus Christ. This year’s recipients, Rebekah Vishanoff and Simon Shackelford, were honored during Community Time on Monday, May 6. Wheaton Academy is grateful to continue to honor Chase’s legacy through this annual award.

Atlanta Alumni & Friends Meet & Greet

In June 2019, Wheaton Academy Foundation Executive Director Dr. Gene Frost ’71 and Director of Alumni Relations Dawn Earl hosted the first-ever Alumni & Friends event in the Atlanta area. Other WA administrators, who were in Atlanta for a conference, joined the festivities which included celebrating Fran and Dave Birch’s 56th wedding anniversary. Attendees had a chance to meet new Head of School Steve Bult and to hear from Steve and Gene about their vision for WA’s future. Pictured here (seated from left): Dawn Earl, Kristin and Bob Morris ’88, Ruth (Holt ’56) St. John, Grace Vickers ’18, Cathy (Cook ’73) Lussiana, Fran and Dave Birch ’62, Nancy and Byron Safstrom ’48. (Standing from left): WA Principal Kori Hockett, WA COO Steve Karlson, WA Head of School Steve Bult, Cyndy and Allen Brasher ’70, Kelly Vickers, Dick St. John, Sofia Halcomb, Barb and Gene Frost, Pam (Finholt ’71) Barton.

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2019 Alumni of the Year Distinguished Service Award Shared by Hon. Randy Hultgren ’84 and Col. Phil Fogle ’59, USA-RET

The Honorable Randall Hultgren ’84 While a student at Wheaton Academy—then called Wheaton Randy Hultgren has had the Christian High School—Randy loved being involved in the musical privilege of serving in elected productions, choir, ensemble, golf team, and student leadership. office for the past 24 years. He He was most directly impacted by teachers and mentors, including most recently served in the his Bible teacher, Dr. Gene Frost, and his literature teacher and United States House of musical director, Gary Masquelier. He went on to graduate from Representatives from 2011 to Bethel University in 1988 with a double major in political science 2019, representing the 14th and speech communications. Randy also received his Juris Congressional District of Illinois. Doctorate from IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1993. In Congress, he served on the Randy and his wife Christy have been married for 28 years and Financial Institutions have four children: Karsten ’12 and wife Mackenzie (Smith ’12), Committee and the Science, Kylie ’14 and husband Chris Jones ’15, Kaden, and Koleson. The Space, and Technology Hultgrens live in Plano, Illinois. Committee. In addition, he was the co-chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission and the National Prayer Breakfast. Col. Phil Fogle ’59, USA-RET Before being elected to Congress, Hultgren served as a member of Phil Fogle has also spent his life the Illinois Senate from 2007 to 2011 and as a member of the Illinois in service—to our country and to House of Representatives from 1999 to 2007. His first elected office the Kingdom. After receiving a was as a member of the DuPage County Board and a commissioner commission through ROTC at for the DuPage County Forest Preserve from 1994 to 1998. Wheaton College, he served 26 Along with his public service, Randy has worked in finance and years in the US Army, retiring as law. He was a vice president of Performance Trust Investment a full colonel of Infantry in 1989. Advisors when he was elected to Congress. Hultgren had previously His military service included helped families with investment planning and estate planning. He training and operations as an also assisted in his family business, the Hultgren Funeral Home, Airborne Ranger. He served two in Wheaton, Illinois. Randy is currently directing a leadership tours of combat duty as a project in Washington, DC, convening members of Congress from commander in Vietnam and was both sides of the aisle with leading authors and intellectuals to seek wounded twice in the second tour. Phil then spent seventeen and to build relationships and diminish the current level of contempt a half years of duty at the Pentagon in the Department of the Army in our public debate. He will be joining Wintrust Bank as a senior and the Department of Defense performing public affairs duties vice president this summer. and policy development for all military services and their reserve components.

14 WHEATON ACADEMY CONNECTION SUMMER 2019 During his years of service, he graduated from the Senior Officials in National Security Program at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. He also completed programs at numerous military schools including the US Army Command and General Staff College and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces at the National Defense University. After retiring from military service, Phil transitioned to ministry work, a natural step for the son of missionary parents. He served as the director of the Moody Keswick Conference Center in St. Petersburg, Florida, from 1991 to 1996. In this role, Phil was responsible for year-round retreats and a 13-week winter Bible conference. In July 1996, he accepted the position of president of D & D Missionary Homes, an organization that provides homes and support services for active missionaries and pastors in transitional periods. Phil held this position until late 2008. Over the years, Phil has assisted in establishing two churches, served as deacon at several churches, taught Sunday School classes, and directed and sung in a number of choirs. He was a team teacher Brandon and his bride Lindsay were married in February of this year. for the Pastoral Enrichment Program (PEP) in India, Nepal, Myanmar, Bahamas, Central African Republic, and Chad. Phil has The Moody Church. His desire to fill a pastoral role led him to earn also ministered in other nations and spoken at seminars, men’s a Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Trinity Evangelical conferences, missionary conferences, and patriotic services. He Divinity School (TEDS) in 2018. While studying at TEDS, an has facilitated strategic planning for a number of Christian opportunity in a small Colorado church opened; the desire of organizations and served on worldwide mission boards. He loves Brandon’s heart was being fulfilled. Since July 2018, he has served traveling and has been in almost 85 countries in a variety of as the worship pastor at ClearView Community Church in Buena capacities. Vista (CO) and has also been appointed to direct the Collegiate Phil and his wife Betty have been married for 55 years and have Peaks Chorale community chorus. three married children and eight grandchildren. The Fogles reside While a student at WA, Brandon participated in leadership in Largo, Florida. development as a member of Project LEAD, an ongoing initiative at WA to develop and train leaders. Brandon was a member of the 2003-04 Project LEAD team. As part of their training, the team attended a leadership development experience in Colorado 2019 Distinguished through Noah’s Ark Adventure Company. This was Brandon’s first exposure to the small mountain town of Buena Vista, and his love Young Alumni Award for the town and people grew through several years of college summer jobs and vacationing there in the years since. Brandon Chism ’04 Another constant in Brandon’s life has been his love of running. Several common threads are clearly visible in Brandon Chism’s He ran cross country at the Academy all four years and has life: music, leadership, and running. continued to log miles. In fact, Brandon will be running his 9th Music has been an integral aspect of Brandon’s life since Chicago Marathon the week after Homecoming! Running has childhood. As a WA student, he was a member of the Pep Band and always been a spiritual and emotional outlet for Brandon. In some Concert Band, and he participated in the musical for all four years. difficult seasons of growth and trial, running was often his most As an upperclassman, he was selected for the WA Concert Choir intimate time with the Lord. and Mixed Ensemble. His junior year he joined the Worship Team Brandon’s WA classmates acknowledged his leadership qualities and led it as a senior. This love of music and worship leading carried by selecting him for the 2003 Homecoming Court and electing him Brandon to Moody Bible Institute (IL) where he earned a Bachelor to the Student Government for all four years. The WA faculty and of Arts in music and ministry electives with a concentration in staff also recognized Brandon for his spiritual leadership, bassoon and voice performance in 2008. Following his graduation conferring the Soli Deo Gloria award on him in 2004. This award from Moody Bible Institute (MBI), Brandon stayed and worked is given annually to a senior who demonstrates character that seeks full-time for MBI as a conference and event program coordinator to glorify God alone in all aspects of life. while also serving part-time at The Moody Church (IL). In 2013, Brandon and his bride Lindsay married in February of this year he became the full-time assistant director of music ministries at and reside in Buena Vista, Colorado.

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From left: Bob at Purdue University in 1965; Bob on one of his many trips; Paula and Bob Rasera ’56.

communicated with people from all over the world. This high 2019 Richard Holt school experience would influence the rest of his life. After graduating from Wheaton Academy, Bob attended Science Award Wheaton College. The summer before college, he attended the college’s Band Camp in Wisconsin and met his future wife Paula. The late Robert Rasera ’56 In addition to music, they shared a common interest in the The Richard Holt Science Award, inaugurated in 2017 in sciences. Bob found his niche in experimental physics and applied conjunction with the completion of the Academy’s Science & to graduate schools strong in this field. In 1960, Paula and Bob Technology Center, is given to WA alumni for their exemplary became engaged and graduated from Wheaton College; then Bob accomplishments in the field of science. The intent is to recognize headed to Purdue University (IN). and honor the scientists of the past in order to encourage and Bob took courses and passed his qualifiers and preliminary exams inspire the scientists of the future. for the PhD, specializing in nuclear physics. Over the years that focus The 2019 recipient of this award is the late Dr. Robert Rasera ’56 changed to solid state physics with an interest in perturbed angular who was also a physicist like Dick Holt but whose career centered correlation. After completing his degree, the Raseras spent a year in on research in collegiate settings. In fact, you might say, Bob was Bonn, Germany, where Bob was a guest professor. By the end of the born to be a professor. He lived his first seven years year, Bob could give his lectures in German. of life in New York City on the campus of the In 1966, Bob and Paula returned to the states National Bible Institute in midtown Manhattan Bob’s favorite class where Bob assumed an assistant professorship at where his father was on the faculty. at Wheaton Academy the University of Pennsylvania. In 1971, he In 1946, the Rasera family moved to Wheaton, was radio where accepted an associated professorship at UMBC, a and Bob’s dad, Louis “Pop” Rasera, joined the he learned the new university that was a part of the University of Spanish faculty of Wheaton College. When Bob physics of sound, Maryland system in Baltimore County. He finished 8th grade, he followed in his sister Nancy’s received a big new laboratory, money to equip it, footsteps and attended Wheaton Academy. basic electricity, and and the freedom to pursue his research interests. Building and operating model trains had become a skills like soldering— During his 30-plus years at UMBC, Bob taught, hobby of Bob’s that was shared by other classmates. all of which wrote papers, gained tenure, shared grants, and This bond made the daily train rides on the came in handy as attended international meetings where he “Roaring Elgin” to and from the Academy’s Prince an experimental presented research findings. He retired in 2003. A Crossing campus in West Chicago a great deal of listing of his research publications is available fun. Unbeknownst to Bob at the time, building physicist. online at ResearchGate.net. scale models developed his manual dexterity Bob was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in which later helped him in his laboratory work. 2011—the same year he and Paula celebrated their At WA, Bob excelled at Latin since he had the same facility with 50th wedding anniversary. On April 26, 2015, Bob died from a languages that his dad had. Bob also played trumpet and was a blood clot, and Paula lost her best friend and companion. Bob was member of the Academy band. However, his favorite class at WA a wonderful Christian husband and father. In addition to Paula, he was radio where he learned the physics of sound, basic electricity, is survived by his son Roy and wife Donna and their two sons, Reid and skills like soldering—all of which came in handy as and Rylan; daughter Renee and husband Jerry (both retired Navy an experimental physicist. Interested kids in the class got their helicopter pilots) and their children, Erika and Paul. His sister ham radio licenses. Bob’s call letters were K9APM, and he Nancy (Rasera ’50) Bowman passed away in 2018.

16 WHEATON ACADEMY CONNECTION SUMMER 2019 When Paula Rasera heard about the Academy’s Science & Technology Center campaign, she wanted to help provide a space where kids could experiment and explore. She had heard so much about WA’s influence on her husband that she wanted to honor Bob’s memory and leave a legacy for future scientists from his alma mater. The Rasera family has helped to make the Idea Lab, located in the basement of the Science & Technology Center, a reality.

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1959 Friendships forged at the Academy often last for decades. A case in point is the relationship between classmates Bryan Johnson ’59 and 1964 Dave Spangler ’59. When the polar vortex hit The Panoramic Bible by Bill Hollberg ’64 (center holding a copy of his book) the Chicago area last winter, Bryan (r) headed breaks down common barriers to reading the Bible and understanding who south to sunny Florida and was warmly God is as well as what it means to be His child. Bill’s book presents the Bible in welcomed by Dave (l) and his wife Sharon. One historical sequence, giving the storyline of the Scriptures in 205 summaries of outgrowth of Bryan’s visit was the duo’s its major themes and events. Bill wants to encourage believers to be people of agreement to serve as co-chairs of their class Psalm 1:1-3: not to take counsel from the ungodly…but to delight in God’s word, reunion committee, planning the 60-year meditate on His word, and then be well-nourished to bear God’s fruit with success. His book reunion for the class of 1959 which will be part is intended to be a tool to achieve this objective. The Panoramic Bible is available for purchase of Homecoming 2019 (October 3-6). on Amazon.

1985 2008 2009 Dr. Mark Mullins ’85 was named as These precious girls—and future WA Faith (Passon ’09) Scott’s passion for science superintendent of Brevard County Schools (FL) warriors—are the daughters of Rachael was fostered from 5th grade through high school. in June 2018. Mark started in the district in (Bond ’08) Roth and her husband Bond. She has particularly fond memories of chemistry 1994 as a math teacher. He rose through the Monroe joined big sisters Phoebe (l) and and AP chemistry with WA’s Mr. Mack. After ranks, serving as an assistant principal and Birdie (r) in March 2019. The Roths live in completing her undergraduate studies at Missouri principal at various district schools. For six Wheaton and enjoy being close to Rachael’s Baptist University (MO), Faith enrolled at years, he was an area superintendent for 29 parents and sisters—Mariah ’10 (married Washington University in Saint Louis (MO) for a schools in the southern part of the county. At to Austin Kight ’10) and Eaden ’14 PhD in physical chemistry. Her dissertation title the time of his selection, he was the district’s (married to Sam Hardy ’14). Rachael and was “Instrumentation for Cryogenic Dynamic chief financial officer. Mullins earned a Bond attend Highpoint Church and spend Nuclear Polarization and Electron Decoupling in doctorate in educational leadership from time with many of Rachael’s childhood Rotating Solids.” Her PhD work involved building University of Central Florida in 2011. He and his friends. instrumentation to be used for biochemistry wife Laurel live in Melbourne Beach, Florida, research. Faith works at the National High and have one married daughter. Magnetic Field Laboratory in Tallahassee, Florida. The NHMFL offers magnet time and expertise to researchers from universities around the world.

18 WHEATON ACADEMY CONNECTION SUMMER 2019 2011 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2016 2012 Captain Aaron Pell ’11 recently returned from More evidence that the relationships developed Renatta Gorski ’12’s decision to attend serving in Iraq. He volunteered for an assignment at Wheaton Academy last well beyond law school was made when she was an working with the US Army Corps of Engineers, graduation is the Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl, a upperclassman at Wheaton Academy. Her updating and shoring up the foundation of the budding Academy tradition. Nate Jones ’11 has AP history and government courses Mosul Dam. He spent most of his time in Erbil, Iraq, organized the flag football game, which is open opened her eyes to the injustices in the performing logistics and human resources roles for to all WA alumni, for the last three years. Pictured world and in our country and the ways in the unit as it closed out the multi-year project and here are the 2018 participants: (Front row from which those injustices might be fixed. Even complex demobilization of the task force. While left) David Sapyta ’11, Peter Rizzo, Pat Woelfel at 16, Renatta felt called to action. Her there, Aaron was promoted to Captain. A West ’11, Tommy Decker ’11, Nate Jones ’11, Joey naturally competitive nature and love for Point classmate and friend arranged a ceremony McKenna ’11. (Back row from left) Brett Walker, reading and writing were also major for him since most of his unit was still located at Drew Decker ’12, David Thrasher ’16, Matt factors in her decision to attend law the dam near Mosul. Aaron and his wife, Lindsay Lindsay ’13, Nate Martinez ’13, Michael school. After she sits for the bar exam at (Feltz ’09), are stationed in Hawaii, but they Thrasher ’11, Jack Rose ’11, Ilya Petrow ’11. the end of July, Renatta will begin working expect to receive his next assignment where he will Contact Nate at [email protected] for at the Chicago office of Latham & Watkins, start his Captains Career Course training. details about the 2019 game. a large global law firm.

2015 WA students have consistently pointed to Winterim as a definitive time in their life that changed the course of their future. For Lydia 2014 Rubenic ’15, a Winterim trip to Guatemala exposed her to the impact Allison Teagle ’14 and Caleb Gray recently celebrated their one-year of medical missionaries and changed her life forever. Inspired and anniversary. They were married May 18, 2018, at the summer home of Jane moved by her experience, she decided to change her college plans (Watson ’52) Moore in Three Lakes, Wisconsin. Although Ally and Caleb both and take on a double major, pursuing a pre-med degree. This past grew up in the area and crossed paths, they had never met. In addition, both year, Lydia contacted the Independent Missionary Network (IMN), worked at the same Starbucks, but never at the same time. As God’s timing is the ministry that Wheaton Academy works through in Guatemala, always perfect, and humorous, they met later through mutual Starbucks to arrange a trip for herself and a team of her undergraduate coworkers. At their wedding they were joined by an amazing group of friends. pre-med peers from Lipscomb University in Nashville (TN). Pictured here: (left to right) Jonathan Gray, Alex Veague ’14, Konrad Kubica, This year, she will be working with IMN to develop a public health Amanda Teagle ’17, Sterling Lev, Jane Plescia, Robert Dunlap, Haley Garrick, DJ curriculum and IMN’s first gap-year program and internship program. Meadows, Alyssa Pell ’14. Ally is currently working for Floor Coverings Lydia plans to pursue a master’s degree in public health in the International, and Caleb is working as a radio producer at Moody Radio in future. You can learn more about Lydia and her ministry at Chicago. Ally is the daughter of Jay and Donna (Moore ’87) Teagle. independentmissionary.flywheelsites.com/lydia-rubenic/.

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1952 Jane (Watson ’52) Moore entered heaven on March 16, 2019, just days after her 84th birthday. Jane came to Wheaton Academy in 1949 as a boarding student and never really left. Her Academy days were “life changing years under the guidance of Joyce and Mel Johnson.” Relationships from the Academy became some of her best friends for life. While attending Wheaton College, she met her future husband, Alan Moore. Jane graduated with a degree in physical education in 1956 and married Alan in 1958. She spent seven years at the Academy teaching PE. The Moores were blessed with three children who attended Wheaton Christian Grammar School and Wheaton Academy. Jane volunteered at both schools and served on the WA Board of Trustees and the Alumni Board. She also taught Sunday School at College Church for 25 years and served on the church’s Deaconess Board. In 1981, her beloved Alan died of ALS, and she took on the responsibility of being a single parent. In 1982, she joined 2017 the Marianjoy Auxiliary Board where she served for 30 years. In her role as manager of Jordan Gum ’17 completed his freshman year at Marianjoy’s gift shop, she was fondly known as the “Protestant nun.” Jane also spent countless Colorado Christian University and then felt called in hours serving at Wyndemere. Each summer, Jane packed up her car and headed to her another direction. Two days before Thanksgiving 2018, summer home in Three Lakes, Wisconsin. For 28 years, Jane hosted a weekly Bible study in Jordan enlisted in the US Army. On February 22, 2019, her home for a group of wonderful ladies. Truly, she lived a life of faithful service to the Lord. he graduated from Basic Training (Boot Camp) at Fort Those who knew her, loved her. Jane is survived by her son David ’81 (Elissa Hoekstra ’82), Jackson (SC). He is currently assigned to Fort daughter Debby ’85 (Russ) Running, Donna ’87 (Jay) Teagle; grandchildren Davis (Brooke Huachuca (AZ) where he is studying and training in Morrison ’07) Moore ’06, Devin (Erica) Moore ’11, Kacey and Brandon Running, Ally ’14 military intelligence. Jordan’s goal is to work for the (Caleb) Gray, Amanda ’17 and Jayson Teagle ’21. FBI one day. 1953 2019 Ginny (Scull ’53) Smith, born on December 3, 1935, passed Allison Dattomo ’19 is a member of Team USA away at age 83 on March 3, 2019, in Nashville, Tennessee. She Synchronized Skating. Synchronized skating consists graduated from Wheaton Academy in 1953, where she met her of a team of 16 skaters who perform a program future husband, Stanley Earl Smith ’53. Ginny and Stan together that incorporates free skate, ice dance, and were married on December 15, 1956, and both graduated from pairs moves. As a member of Team USA, Allison and Wheaton College (IL) in 1957. Afterward, they attended Moody her teammates represent the United States at Bible Institute for a year. She and Stan served in mission international competitions and act as ambassadors of leadership and discipleship for 46 years in Vietnam, Senegal US Figure Skating globally. In February, they (West Africa), and the United States until retiring in 2005. competed in Milan, Italy, where they placed fourth. Ginny’s love for others was evident in her desire to counsel Allison has also qualified for the US National and mentor anyone seeking help. Her warm, engaging smile Synchronized Skating Championships three times in brought comfort to so many. In addition to her beloved her high school career, earning a top 10 finish each husband Stan, she is survived by her son, Ken Smith; daughters, Karen Daniel, Kathy time. She will be attending Miami University (OH) in Duttweiler, and Kristen Cairns; brother, Phil Scull ’58; sister, Joan (Scull ’61) Cooper. the fall majoring in biochemistry and will continue her skating career as a member of the Miami University Figure Skating Team. 1966 On January 22, 2019, Sue (Finke ’66) Dahlin Morales succumbed to injuries sustained in a fall. For many years, Sue battled the debilitating disease of multiple sclerosis (MS). Finding ways to live with MS, raising support to find a cure, and devoting time to her family became Sue’s lifelong passions. As her symptoms progressed, she became more dependent on family and friends. She remained, however, a tireless activist for a cure, better drug treatments, and education for patients and their families. Her efforts touched the lives of thousands of people. Eventually, Sue and her husband, the late Dave Dahlin ’66, divorced. Their two children are now grown and have their own children, and Sue cherished her grandchildren. In 2012, Sue married Reuben Morales who adored Sue and helped her deal with her physical challenges. Ultimately, it was Sue’s MS that led to her death. Balance issues caused by her MS resulted in a fall where Sue hit her head and suffered a brain bleed. At first, doctors were optimistic. After several days, Sue’s body, compromised by the ravages of her disease, could not rally and recover. Sue was the driving force of her class, organizing every reunion and keeping in touch with everyone. She will be missed. She is survived by her husband Reuben, son Davy, daughter Stephanie, sister Carolyn (Finke ’53) Cartwright, and several grandchildren.

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1969 Like us on Facebook Thomas George Reinbold ’69 passed away Have you liked the Facebook page for December 8, 2018. Tomm was born on July 9, 1951, to Wheaton Academy Alumni? the late George Reinbold and Helen McKay Reinbold. He served in the United States Navy, entering as a Seaman and retiring as a Lieutenant Commander. After WA Memorabilia retirement, he worked for the NSA and continued in the We are always thrilled to accept WA memorabilia to Navy reserves. He lived overseas in Morocco and England for his work and received multiple awards. help us preserve the history and legacy of our school. Tomm enjoyed caving and participated in a cave trip to Please contact us if you are willing to donate your Mexico to make films for schools. While caving in the old yearbooks or other WA treasures. Wormhole Cave in England, he found a peccary tooth. Tomm was a collector of many things—stamps, coins, insects and rocks—and gave these collections to schools for their use. He was a member Updates! of Emmanuel Fellowship in Broadway (VA). He is survived by two daughters and two Keeping our records up-to-date and maintaining brothers, Dave Reinbold and Dan Reinbold ’73. contact with you are priorities for us. If you are moving, getting married, or changing your contact 1991 information, please let us know. Young alumni, if William (Bill) Lloyd Crouch ’91 peacefully passed your alumni newsletters and reunion information away on November 12, 2018, after a brief illness. He are still being mailed to your parents’ house, please was the beloved son of Clarence Allen Crouch (who preceded him in death on October 4, 2017) and Sharon update your current contact information with us so Hansen Crouch. Bill was born on January 11, 1973, and that you can receive these items at your own home. lived most of his life in Medinah (IL) and the Share your updates by sending us a photo of your Chicagoland area. Growing up, he attended Medinah new baby, wedding, family, etc. Baptist Church, was active in Awana, and attended summer Bible camps at Camp Awana and Fort THREE WAYS TO SUBMIT YOUR ALUMNOTE: Wilderness. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior 1. Email your photo(s) to Dawn Earl at when he was eleven years old. He graduated from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana with a [email protected]. degree in engineering and worked for a time in the nuclear power field. He is survived by 2. Mail them to Dawn at his brother, Charles Crouch ’93 (Anh), and his nieces Kimberly and Lily. 900 Prince Crossing Road West Chicago, IL 60185. 3. Submit an online Alumni Update at wheatonacademy.org/alumni/update-us. Alumni Platform Photos for the next issue of the WA Connection must Your Online Connection to WA be received by September 15, 2019. Please include a complete description of the photo. Visit WA’s alumni online community at WA.360alumni.com. The platform includes an online directory and map locator, jobs board, and much more. Plus, the platform will be Command Central for Homecoming 2019. Information about Homecoming 2019 events, including class reunions, will be updated regularly, and registration for all Homecoming events will be available online through the platform. Explore the online directory and find former classmates. Be sure to activate and update your profile while you are there so friends can find you. Keep up-to-date at WA.360alumni.com.

Left: Callum Chaney, class of 2036, son of Rachel (Torres ’06) and Ryan Chaney. Right: Kaitlyn, class of 2036, daughter of Tiffany and Mike Lindstedt ’07; Killian, class of 2033, and Lucy, class of 2037, children of Ryan and Michele (Lindstedt ’05) McDaniel Has a new member joined your family recently? Let us know, and we will send you a Maroon Platoon t-shirt for your little one or a onesie for your newborn.

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