2013- 14 NLA Annual Report

Thethreeattributesleadership,scholarship,andserviceare
attheheartofNewLifeAcademy’smissionto“educateand
energizestudentstoimpacttheirworldforJesusChrist,”and
preparethemforlifebeyondthesewalls.Theyguideourefforts
toprovideauniqueeducationalexperiencethatnotonly
exemplifiesexcellencebutdoessointhecontextofservingJesus
Christandhelpingeachstudentfindhisorheruniquerolein
thebodyofChristandinculture.
OurpursuitinthisareaisevenmoredefinedbyourPortrait
ofaGraduate.Weknowultimatetransformationisaworkof
God’sHolySpirit,butwedesiretoworkwithHimthroughthis
educationalexperience.Theendgoalistoprovideopportunities
forstudentstobecomeauthenticChristfollowers,Spirit-driven
individuals,accomplishedlearnersandmindfuldoers,positive
changeagents,wiseleaders,anddiscerningfollowers.
Thelasttwoyears,wehavecollectedmorefeedbackthanany
othertimeinNewLifeAcademy’shistory.Parentsurveys,parent
andstudentfocusgroups,facultysurveys,studentsurveys,
andstudentachievementdatahaveallbeenusedtonotonly
tellushowwearedoinginregardtoourmissionalobjectives
buttoguideandshapeourstrategicplanningmovingforward.
Yourfeedbackhasbeeninvaluableandhelpsusprovidean
exceptionalexperienceforyouandyourfamily.
Iamoverwhelmedbyhowblessedwehavebeenbythe
achievementsofourfacultyandstudents.Ihopeyouenjoy
learningmoreabouttheseaccomplishmentsthroughoutthis
year’sAnnualReportandcanshareintheexcitementofwhat
Godhasbeendoinghereandthepotentialofwhatisyetto
come.
Godbless!
Cade M. Lambert | Head of School
New Life Academy
©2012AshleighRachelPhotography
Letter from Head of School Cade and his wife, Jen
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LEADERSHIP. SCHOLARSHIP. SERVICE.
Dear NLA Community,

Steve and his family
Letter from Chair
of the Governing Council
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DearFamiliesandFriends,
Theprimaryresponsibilitiesofthegoverningbodyofanyorganizationaretomakecertain
thatthereisathoughtfulplaninplacethatwillsuccessfullyaccomplishtheorganization’s
missionandtoensurethatitsleadersarecapableofexecutingthatplan.Simplystated,
thejobofgoodgovernanceisvalidationofstrategyandleadershipselection.Sinceits
establishmentin2010,thishasbeentheprincipalfocusoftheGoverningCouncil’sattention.
I’mpleasedtoreportthatourlong-rangestrategicplan,undertheoutstandingleadership
ofourHeadofSchoolandhisteamincombinationwiththesupportofourTrustees,faculty,
staffandtheNLAcommunity,continuestoproduceoutstandingresults.Ourstrategicplanhas
beenfocusedontransformingpocketsofexcellenceintoauniformlyexceptionaleducational
experiencebuiltuponthefoundationofChristianvaluesandtheChristianWorldview.For
moreinformationabouttheupandcomingstrategicplan,GROW2020,pleaseseepage5.
Inclosing,IwanttothankourTrustees.Theyareanamazinglytalentedanddedicatedgroup
ofleadersandstewards.Weliveinananxiousageofrelativismandtechnology-fueled
disruptivechange,andwebelievethekeytocharacterformationandhumanflourishing
intheirmidstistounderstandTruthandtheenduringvaluesthatdonotchange.The
cornerstoneofdemocracy,humandignityandeconomicsustainabilityareChristianvalues
andtheChristianWorldview.Forparentsseekingtoinstillthosevaluesandequipthose
perspectivesintheirchildren,whilealsoprovidingthemwithanexceptionaleducational
experience,westandready.Forfamilieslookingforanexperiencewhichnotonlydevelops
youngintellectsbutalsotheircharacter,wewanttopartnerwithyou.
Gratefully,
Steven C. Tourek|2013-15Chair of Governing Council
Current Parent and Parent of Alumni
We prepare students for life.

Building Campaign
You will be amazed by all you are accomplishing with your support.
We are only $370,000 away from finishing!
Let us press on to finish the work started and
finish this project well. Philippians 1:6
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Our vision is great, and our $6,000,000 goal is bold, but together we can
accomplish much. Our objective is to continue to impact the lives of more
young people, so they will become the exemplary Christian leaders of
their families, churches, communities, and even of our nation.
To date we have raised $5.2 million, but we are not finished yet! We are
glad to announce that we have a $400,000 matching grant, which means
we have $370,000 left to raise.
Phase I – The addition of the Great Room, three new
classrooms, youth ministry space, coffee café, fireplace, and
modernized main building entrance. COMPLETE!
Phase II – Expand and remodel Cafeteria and create new
Commons Area, new School Store, two new preschool
classrooms, new Teacher Workroom, and relocate
Administrative Offices. COMPLETE!
Phase III – Remodel Eagle Court with wood floor, height-
adjustable basketball hoops and scoreboards, remodel
Junior High Locker Rooms. YETTOCOMPLETE.
Building campaign gifts come in all sizes, from a few hundred dollars to
several hundred thousand dollars. Every gift represents an investment by
the donor and a conviction that what the Academy does matters—now
and in the future.
A variety of methods are available to support New Life Academy.
In addition to the benefits the school receives from your gift, your
generosity may also generate tax savings for you. We ask that you
prayerfully consider how you will partner with us and unlock the
potential of our young Christian leaders. Join us by contacting
Craig Schmalz, Advancement Director, at 651-757-4343 or at
craigschmalz@newlifeacademy.org.
YETTOCOMPLETE!

The New Strategic Plan:
GROW 2020
Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed.
Proverbs 15:22
Overview of GROW 2020
Spiritual
Development:
Grow every student in the knowledge and application
of their faith through a variety of engagements and
experiences to impact their world for Jesus Christ.
Teaching and
Learning:
Grow every student in excess of one year academically
and prepare him or her to fully engage God’s calling to
impact his or her world through scholarship.
Financial and
Operations:
Grow the school financially in a way that completes
strategic financial objectives, fully supports student
programming, and provides exceptional resources and
facilities for all programs.
Advancement:
Grow and serve more students and their families,
provide access for families that desire a Christian
education, and equip each student with outstanding
resources and tools needed for learning.
Seeds have been planted, and it
is time to continue strategically
growing our community and
environment. New Life Academy’s
mission is to educate and energize
each student to impact their world
for Jesus Christ and to reach their full
potential in scholarship, leadership,
and service out of love for God and
one another. By creating a plan that
highlights and furthers the areas
listed in that mission, we can better
fulfill our vision to produce spirit-
driven individuals, accomplished
learners, wise leaders, and agents
for positive change.
Throughout the 2013-14 school
year, much of the SEED 2015 plan
was accomplished through progress
in academic excellence, spiritual
development, and professional
development. Our goal was to
provide high-quality, holistic
education in an environment
that transforms students’lives for
Christ, and those results have been
exceedingly apparent over the
last year.
Now as we look forward to the next
year, we will finish SEED 2015 and
continue on with GROW 2020, a
new strategy that shepherds our
endeavors.
We began with IMAGINE 2012, a three-year strategic initiative. After that, SEED
2015 was launched: a three-part plan that focused on providing high-quality,
holistic education in an environment that transforms students’lives for Christ.
This year, we see the thriving application and completion of the last strategic
plan, SEED 2015. Now, we present to you the new strategic plan, GROW 2020,
created in order to steward the plans and achievements of the last three years
and raise up students that will impact the world for Jesus Christ.
Teaching
and Learning
Financial
and
Operations
Spiritual
Development
Advancement
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Students start
off the school
year refreshed
from the summer
and ready
to learn.
Golf Classic
Golfers enjoyed fantastic weather,
and the event raised more than
$28,000 forTuition Assistance.
SchoolBegins!
Homecoming
An all-school parade, pep rally, powder puff football
game & athletics games made this year’s Homecoming
weekend fun and filled with community.
Pastor Appreciation Day
We love our pastors! Pastors came from
area churches all around and sat in on
chapel to hear what NLA students
appreciate about them.
Spring Drama:
101 Dalmatians
Jr. High students
participated
in this fantastic musical.
Volunteer Appreciation
Breakfast
We appreciate our volunteers!
Thank you for how you
serve our students and
community.
Elementary Poetry
Festival
Elementary students participated
in a poetry festival where they
memorized and recited
various poems to an audience.
Elementary
Academic Fair
The goal of this fair is
to motivate students to
pursue further study
and academic knowledge,
creativity and critical thought.
Spring Formal
Secondary students participated
in the Grand March, dinner, bowling,
and dessert at Cedarhurst Mansion.
ElementaryTalent Show
These kids have got talent! Performing
various skills and gifts, elementary students
showcased some fun and entertaining acts.
Track and Field Day
Elementary students participated in
a wide range of track and field events
in exciting individual competitions.
Spring Concert
The final concert of the year! Choir and
Morningstar were directed by Cindy Martinson
and Band was directed by Joel Nilius.
StudentLifeTimeline:2013-14

Grandparents’Day
Preschool-Grade 5 put
on various Grandparents’Days
throughout the year! Grandparents
came to watch a carefully
prepared and fun performance.
Grand Opening
The NLA Community gathered
together on February 4, 2014
for the New Life Grand Opening
as a celebration of the new
building expansion.
National Honor
Society Induction
The National Honor Society
recognizes students who
demonstrate outstanding
ability in four areas:
character, scholarship,
leadership, and service.
Fall Drama:
Fiddler on the Roof
The NLA Drama Department
presented a fantastic
performance of“Fiddler
on the Roof,”a story about
a Jewish man namedTevye
and his family.
Sounds of Christmas Concert
Celebrating Jesus Christ and the Christmas season,
the high school choir, Morningstar, and high school
band put on a fabulous Christmas concert.
SpiritWeek
With themed days like
Hunger Games Day
and Disney Day, a
hallway-decorating
contest, athletics, and
a pep fest, the entire
school participated in
a week of festivities.
Decade Dance Party
For the final day of SpiritWeek,
each grade (9th-12th) dressed
up as a particular decade and
competed in a lip-sync
dance competition.
Juniors won title—
3rd time in a row!
Auction
The 2014 Red,White andYou
Celebration and Auction was a
huge success, raising over
$206,800 for the students of
New Life Academy!
High School Graduation
Congratulations Class of 2014!
We are so proud of you.
Kindergarten Graduation
Little graduates lined up and ceremonially
moved on from Kindergarten to 1st grade.
Girls’Softball Set Record
andWon 2nd Place
Girls’Softball traveled to State for the
9th consecutive year in a row,
breaking the state record!They
won runner up in final game.
Varsity BaseballWins StateTournament
TheVarsity Baseball played and won the Class 1A State
Championship game atTarget Field this year!

Professional Development
To better prepare your students for life, New
Life Academy has Professional Learning
Communities (PLCs) that meet bimonthly to
learn, share ideas, and extend professional
learning to ensure continuous growth for
teachers, as well as for students.
The goals that were set and accomplished this
year are as follows:
1. Purposeful and consistent
Biblical integration
Teachers took advantage of places in
their curriculum, as well as spontaneous
opportunities, to teach and have conversations
with students about God and how He is
working in the world.
2. Aligned and integrated standards in
differentiated lessons and units
Teachers unpacked standards and discussed
vertical alignment so that all NLA students
would have the opportunity to follow a
trajectory of ever-increasing rigor and support.
3. Developed assessments and differentiated
methods of delivery
Working with their teams, teachers developed
common instructional assessments and
differentiated methods of instructional delivery
that measured student progress throughout
the year.
4. Collect, use, and analyze data to design
and evaluate effectiveness
Using a variety of student data, teachers
implemented differentiated lessons customized
to match students’readiness levels and enabled
students to experience continuous learning.
5. Use technology to engage students
and enhance instruction
Teachers used technology to enhance their
teaching and create lessons or projects that
engaged students.
Biblical Integration
One of this year’s goals within NLA’s
Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) was
continued and expanded biblical integration
in curriculum. Biblical Integration starts with
a teacher’s vibrant, personal relationship with
Jesus Christ and a complete dependence on
Him to provide opportunities and wisdom for
Biblical Integration. This personal relationship
leads to a natural expression of God’s glory
within each subject and creates organic
teacher-student relationships.
Academics
Our teachers aspire to nurture your students through the
Word of God while they discover all that the Lord created
them to be. Then, through a curriculum that engages their
mind, body, and spirit, each child grows intellectually,
socially, emotionally, and physically while building a
foundation based in a biblical worldview.
Spotlight on New Life Academy’s
Outdoor Education Class
The Outdoor Education class was a new offering this year.
Whether hoping to acquire new capabilities or honing old ones,
students learned how to respond to emergencies beyond the
basic first aid course, were certified to perform CPR for adults,
children, and infants, and gained practical applications for
activities such as backpacking, camping, hiking, orienteering,
and wilderness survival.
The goal for this new class is to encourage appreciation and
passion for the outdoors in the lives of the students. “Twenty-
eight students were able to experience camping, hiking,
orienteering, rock-climbing, snowshoeing, and fishing—many
for the first time!” says Elementary Principal, Brian Goodbar.
“Watching them learn and work together to cook, clean, plan,
explore, challenge themselves, learn new skills, learn leadership,
team building, and Leave No Trace principles, as well as try new
things was extremely rewarding for us as teachers. We cannot
wait for the next groups to come through the program with us.”
Students are taught according to the Leave No Trace principles
in order to help maintain natural environments while enjoying
outdoor activities.
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Carole Peterson
Carole Peterson has been a beloved
part of the NLA community ever since
she began teaching here 21 years
ago. Carole immediately knew that
this would be a different school than
where she had previously taught.
“Being able to teach from a
Christian perspective was re-
freshing,” says Carole, who be-
gan her time at NLA teaching
junior high English and is now
entering retirement after serv-
ing as the librarian. “There’s a
feeling of community among
the teachers and staff, and I
always felt I had the support of
the parents.”
Many of those parents were library
volunteers who were so supportive
and encouraging that Carole doesn’t
think she could have kept the library
running without them! More than
parent volunteers, they became
friends and served as yet another
reminder that the community at NLA
was different from anywhere else
Carole taught.
As the librarian, Carole has been
an integral part of that community.
Though her many years at NLA were
filled with good memories, Carole’s
favorite part about teaching is getting
kids excited about reading. She says,
“When I saw a student have success in
reading and go from a reluctant reader
to an excited reader, I was thrilled.”
Though Carole will be sorely missed at
NLA as she heads into retirement, she’ll
still be seen around the school as the
substitute coordinator and occasional
substitute teacher. In the meantime,
she plans to spend retirement
enjoying more time with her husband
and their four daughters.
Gina Kortuem
Before she began teaching at NLA in
2010, Gina Kortuem had never heard
of the school. Now, she describes
coming here as a“God-blessed
incident . . . It was so awesome to
come to a school that knew its mission
and really followed closely to God in
order to achieve it.”
Currently, Gina teaches a total of seven
English classes and serves as English
department head. Her favorite part of
teaching is working with a great group
of students every day. She says,“The
students at New Life are very driven
and want to make sure that what they
are doing is relevant to their futures.
They keep me on my toes!”Gina is
especially proud when she sees her
students share their true selves with
the rest of the student body through
submissions to the Creative Writing
magazine and giving testimonies in
chapel.
Not only does Gina prepare her
students academically, she knows
that she’s in a position to strengthen
their walks with Christ, both in the
classroom and outside of it.
“A lot of my personal
connections with students take
place when we’re not in class,
but that is what makes them
more meaningful,” she says.
Though the next school year will be
busy, Gina is looking forward to it.
Not only will Gina be investigating
new ways to bring technology into
the English department, she’s also
expecting a baby in October and is
serving as a leader on the 2015
Europe trip!
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2013-14 Teachers of the Year
To honor its many outstanding and committed teachers,
New Life Academy established The Eagle Award ten years ago.
Annually, two individuals are selected by their fellow teachers
and are recognized by the NLA community for going above
and beyond in educating and caring for their students. The
2014 awards go to Carole Peterson and Gina Kortuem.

ElementaryAwards
Principal’s Honor Roll (4.0 GPA)
Emma Lassen, Grade 5
Lindsey Kasprzyk, Grade 3
Perfect Attendance Award
Gavin Bertram, Grade 3
Mazlin Fry, Grade 6
Koy Jorgenson, Grade 5
Lindsey Kasprzyk, Grade 3
Joseph Kroohn, Grade 5
Caleb Meierhofer, Grade 3
Kavin Muhil Ramesh, Grade 6
Alexander Nyenhuis, Kindergarten
Ayomide Ogundare, Grade 5
Hannah Saunders, Grade 6
Emily Schad, Grade 5
Simon Swenson, Grade 4
Abbie Swenson, Grade 6
CadenThornton, Grade 6
BrookeWeichbrodt, Grade 5
Edwin Zheng, Grade 5
Benjamin Zheng, Grade 6
Fruit of the Spirit Award
Olani Aboro, Grade 2
Abigail Abrahamson, Grade 2
Claire Becken, Grade 3
Ella Borner, Grade 1
Zachary Brocker, Grade 1
Blake Chirpich, Grade 1
Bridgette Dalldorf, Grade 6
Ella Erickson, Grade, Grade 5
Hunter Fizel, Grade 3
Shalom Gebe, Grade 4
Michael Gross, Grade 5
Ernest Hanna, Grade 3
Audryn Hegewald, Grade 1
Kayley Hyland, Grade 6
Derrick McWane, Grade 2
Dawson Mortensen, Grade 5
Tiffany Pohl, Grade 4
Nehemiah Saunders, Grade 4
Jack Seaton, Grade 4
Cooper St. Cyr, Grade 6
JayceThompson, Grade 6
AvarieThornton, Grade 3
CharlieVanWyk, Grade 2
Presidential Award
Awardedtostudentsin6thGradewho
havea3.5GPAorhigherfrom4thgrade
through1stsemesterof6thgradeand
85thpercentileorhigherinFallMAP
testinginReadingorMath.
Anna Boeve, Grade 6
Elizabeth Engstrom, Grade 6
Kayley Hyland, Grade 6
Benjamin Kaus, Grade 6
Luke Lehmann, Grade 6
Lauren Meyer, Grade 6
Kalli Nilsen, Grade 6
Alexandrya Paulson, Grade 6
Luke Rudeen, Grade 6
Sarah Zimmermann, Grade 6
Accelerated Reader,
Yearly Points
Joseph Bucsko 315.1, Grade 5
Elaina Carsten 278.7, Grade 5
Grace Cooper 128, Grade 3
Benjamin Cooper 314.2, Grade 5
Bridgette Dalldorf 373.5, Grade 6
Hunter Fizel 156.3, Grade 3
Ethan Fizel 737.4, Grade 4
Grace Frederick 117.8, Grade 3
Cara Grohn 638.7, Grade 5
Lleyton Meier 279.4, Grade 4
Lauren Meyer 337.1, Grade 6
Ava Morrison 181.5, Grade 3
Kalli Nilsen 475.7, Grade 6
Katelyn Rens 250.4, Grade 4
Sofia Stoeckel 297, Grade 3
Tim Symalla 637.6, Grade 6
CharlesVeith 304.4, Grade 4
KidusYeshidagna 269.2, Grade 4
Edwin Zheng 235.3, Grade 5
Sarah Zimmermann 557.5, Grade 6
Personal Success Award
Emma Clausen, Grade 6
Jack Dolan, Grade 2
Riley Grahek, Grade 6
Maddelyn Hendricks, Grade 2
Kimaya Hernandez, Grade 3
Macy Lambert, Grade 5
Dawson Mortensen, Grade 5
Mia Olson, Grade 1
Brooklynn Reinhart, Grade 3
Makenzie Roettger, Grade 4
Noelle Rogers, Grade 4
Conlin Royer, Grade 1
Block E Award
Studentssubmitanapplicationfor
thisawardandstrivetoaccomplish
excellenceinthreeareas:academic
achievement,healthandfitness,and
serviceandinvolvement.
Jane Bettmann, Grade 4
Anna Boeve, Grade 6
Bethany Brocker, Grade 5
Noah Brown, Grade 5
Joey Bucsko, Grade 5
Shyla Campbell, Grade 4
Ben Cooper, Grade 5
Tea Doherty, Grade 5
Hanna Dolan, Grade 5
Justin Draheim, Grade 5
Bryna Eigenfeld, Grade 4
Lucas Ellingson, Grade 5
Ethan Fizel, Grade 4
Kaitlyn Groeneweg, Grade 4
Cara Grohn, Grade 5
Mike Gross, Grade 5
Rachel Hamil, Grade 6
Catherine Hegewald, Grade 4
Koy Jorgenson, Grade 5
Leah Kalinoff, Grade 5
Sophie Kooy, Grade 5
Abby Kuphal, Grade 4
Jacob Lambrides, Grade 6
Emma Lassen, Grade 5
Julia Lawson, Grade 6
Jackson Limberg, Grade 4
Emma Lindahl, Grade 6
Jacob Maynard, Grade 5
Lleyton Meier, Grade 4
Lauren Meyer, Grade 6
Jack Moorman, Grade 6
Brianna Niemeyer, Grade 5
Ayomide Ogundare, Grade 5
Katee Prefer, Grade 6
Piper Rice, Grade 5
Makenzie Roettger, Grade 4
Noelle Rogers, Grade 4
Zach Ross, Grade 5
Hannah Saunders, Grade 6
Abbie Swensen, Grade 6
Temwa Symalla, Grade 4
Tim Symalla, Grade 6
LaikenThompson, Grade 5
BenjaminVanWyk, Grade 4
JuliaWheaton, Grade 4
Sarah Zimmermann, Grade 6
Elementary Student Council
Jack Moorman, President
Jacob Maynard,Vice President
Abbie Swenson, Secretary
LaikenThompson,Treasurer
Representatives,Grade5
Joey Bucsko
Lucas Ellingson
Leah Kalinoff
Ayomide Ogundare
Representatives,Grade6
Lexy Paulson
Mazzy Fry
Carly Hager
JayceThompson
SecondaryAwards
Valedictorian 2014
Jason Zhang
AscholarshipfromNewLifeAcademy
EducationalFoundationintheamount
of$1,000wasawardedtothevaledicto-
rianforhighereducation. Contributions
fromAnnualGivingsupportedthis
$1,000award.
Salutatorian 2014
Thomas Kamp
of$600wasawardedtothesalutato-
rianforhighereducation.Contributions
fromAnnualGivingsupportedthis
$600award.
Nordgren Award
NamedafterthefirstAdministratorof
NLA,DanielNordgren.Thisawardis
bestowedtostudentswhohavebeen
identifiedbytheirclassmatesandteach-
ersasdisplayingcharactertraitsfound
inGalatians5:22-23,“ButtheSpirit’s
fruitislove,joy,peace,aneventemper,
kindness,generosity,humility,gentle-
ness,self-control;againstsuchthingsa
chargecannotbebrought.”
Hailey Brumley, Grade 12
John Horner, Grade 12
Robert Silinghia, Grade 7
Taja Nehotte, Grade 9
of$250wasawardedtofurthertheir
education.
Tozer Foundation Scholarship
OpentoWashingtonCountyresidents,
thesescholarshipsarebasedoncharac-
teristicssuchasmeritandcommunity
involvement.
Emily Carsten, Grade 12
Hannah Smith, Grade 12
Charles and Ellora Alliss
Scholarship
TheAllissScholarshipwasestablished
byCharlesandElloraAlliss. Thescholar-
shipwascreatedtofinanciallysupport
studentsfortheirachievementsto
betterthemselvesandtheircommunity
throughtheireducation.
Abby Carsten, Grade 9
Danait Brook, Grade 10
Stephanie Pohl, Grade 11
Ha Dong, Grade 12
Anu Otgonbat, Grade 12
Degree of Honor
Jason Zhang, Grade 12
United States Marine
ROTC Scholarship
Sarah Rahimi, Grade 12
Athena Award
ChosenbytheSt.PaulAreaAthena
Awardsprogramhonoringfemale
seniorsfortheirathleticachievements.
ChloeWestlund, Grade 12
Academics, Arts & Athletics Award
Amanda Heidmann, Grade 12
National Merit Finalist
Zachariah Rogness, Grade 12
Perfect Attendance
Alec Dorenkamp, Grade 12
Ofkalera Gudina, Grade 9
Jennifer Mahlke, Grade 9
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Academic Awards

Distinguished Christian High
School Student - Association of
Christian Schools International
(ACSI) Award
Grade 12
Hailey Brumley, Christian Service
Noah Eigenfeld, Fine Arts
Amanda Heidmann, Fine Arts
Kyle Linton, Leadership
ChloeWestlund, Athletics
Jason Zhang, Academics
Grade 11
Conrad Engstrom, Athletics
Emma Gorter, Fine Arts
Valerie Hohol, Academics and Leader-
ship
Stephanie Pohl, Christian Service
President’s Award for
Academic Excellence
Grade 12
Alex Busch
Emily Carsten
Hannah Cheung
Michelle Cremers
Alec Dorenkamp
Noah Eigenfeld
Michaela Finley
Tom Hunt
Thomas Kamp
Jeremy Kasprzyk
Timothy Kesting
Josh LaFollette
Kyle Linton
Miranda Lockner
Joseph Mahlke
Jake Miller
Sarah Rahimi
Zachariah Rogness
Hannah Smith
HaTran
AustinWetmore
DerekWu
Jason Zhang
Grade 8
Isabelle Bucsko
Jonathan Lassen
Amy Burroughs
Chloe Limberg
Noah Burroughs
Victoria Moorman
Elena Marie Draheim
Nathan Mueller
Eric Finley
Nadia Nelson
Emme Fry
Jared Rudeen
Sarah Hughes
Autumn Schrader
Alice Kellner
CharlesTourek
Jacob Kim
AmberlyVeith
Junior High Student Council
Bethany Breiholz
Abigail Bryant
Ian Lehn
Matthew Maynard
Katherine Rogers
BriannaVerBout
High School Student Council
Grade 9
Megan Becken,
ClassPresident
Sydney Sheridan,
VicePresident
Michael Chermak,
ClassSecretary&Treasurer
Michael Borner,
MaleRepresentative
Max Risdall,
MaleRepresentative
Grade 10
Anna Lehn,
ClassPresident
Abby Gorter,
VicePresident
Tori Rogness,
Emma Hawkins,
FemaleRepresentative
Nate Peterfeso,
MaleRepresentative
Grade 11
Sarah Olfelt,
ClassPresident
Emma Gorter,
VicePresident
Valerie Hohol,
Maddie Borner,
FemaleRepresentative
JakeWynia,
MaleRepresentative
Grade 12
Kyle Linton, Class President
Sarah Rahimi, ClassVice-President
Anu Otgonbat, Class Secretary
Erik Holmquist, ClassTreasurer
Megan Mazzon, Class Female Rep.
Jake Miller, Class Male Rep.
Art Students of theYear
Jacob Kim, Grade 8
Matthew Henderson, Grade 12
Bible Students of theYear
JohnMarkAward –
Amy Burroughs, Grade 8
TimothyAward –
Savannah Martinson, Grade 10
PaulAward –
Ha Dong, Grade 12
Drama Students of theYear
BriannaVerBout, Grade 8
Noah Eigenfeld, Grade 12
English Students of theYear
Autumn Schrader, Grade 8
Abigail Nuehring, Grade 9
Josh LaFollette, Grade 12
Math Students of theYear
Danielle Brocker, Grade 7
Jinran Shi, Grade 10
Thomas Kamp, Grade 12
Science Students of theYear
GalileoAward –
AmberlyVeith, Grade 8
RosalindFranklin
BiologicalScienceAward –
Luke Burroughs, Grade 10
Sir.IsaacNewtonAward –
HaTran, Grade 12
Social Studies
Students of theYear
ThomasJeffersonAward –
Gracie Chermak, Grade 7
JonathanEdwardsAward –
Emily Henderson, Grade 10
ChestertonAward –
Joshua Jacobi, Grade 11
Spanish Foreign Language
Students of theYear
Timothy Ashrafi, Grade 7
AbigailThor, Grade 10
Joseph Mahlke, Grade 12
German Foreign Language
Students of theYear
Savannah Martinson, Grade 10
Michaela Finley, Grade 12
Technology Students of theYear
Chloe Limberg, Grade 8
Luke Burroughs, Grade 10
David Park, Grade 12
Choral Students of theYear
Ben Brown, Grade 10
Theresa Baranick, Grade 11
International Students of theYear
Anu Otgonbat, Grade 12
Jason Zhang, Grade 12
Servant’s Heart Award
Matthew Stacey, Grade 8
Dean’s List 4.0 + GPA
Grade 12
Josh Brocker
Emily Carsten
Hannah Cheung
Ha Dong
Alec Dorenkamp
Noah Eigenfeld
Tom Hunt
Michaela Finley
Amanda Heidmann
Matthew Henderson
Erik Holmquist
John Horner
Thomas Kamp
Jungwoo Kim
Josh LaFollette
Kyle Linton
NguyenVuong
Jake Miller
Sarah Rahimi
Zachariah Rogness
Hannah Smith
HaTran
AustinWetmore
Jason Zhang
“A”Honor Roll 3.5-3.99 GPA
Grade 12
Kelsey Barrett
Hailey Brumley
Alex Busch
Michelle Cremers
Natalie Hager
Sarah Haglund
Tessa Homuth
Jeremy Kasprzyk
Miranda Lockner
Joseph Mahlke
Sam Mazzon
Anu Otgonbat
Reagan Rice
Ashley Stacey
EvanVasquez
DerekWu
National Honor Society
Laurel Baar
Theresa Baranick
Kelsey Barrett
Thomas Becken
Luke Berger
Daniel Boatman
Madelyn Borner
Josh Brocker
Alex Busch
Emily Carsten
Hannah Cheung
Alec Dorenkamp
Noah Eigenfeld
Kylie Falteisek
Michaela Finley
Malorie Giere
Emma Gorter
Natalie Hager
Sarah Haglund
Matthew Henderson
Valerie Hohol
Tessa Homuth
John Horner
Sam Horner
Thomas Kamp
Chris Kesting
Jake Miller
Jacob Montgomery
Macy Nicol
Emily Nuehring
Sarah Olfelt
Sarah Rahimi
Reagan Rice
Seth Rice
Zak Rogness
Hannah Smith
Sydney Steele
Lauren Stillwell
HaTran
SavannaVerBout
AustinWetmore
DerekWu
Jason Zhang
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Academic Awards (Continued)

For most baseball teams, the ultimate
focus is being the best and winning a lot of
games. While winning games is an exciting
component, it is not what defines the New
Life Academy baseball team.
Playing baseball for NLA has its perks. Other
high schools in the district average 1,700
students in grades 9-12. New Life Academy
averages 240 high school students. Since NLA
is a smaller community, many boys get to
experience playing varsity-level sports for a
longer period of time. The boys on this team
have grown together, as they
have been playing sports
together at New Life Academy
for a while.
There is more to this group of
boys than meets the eye.
“A big component to how
successful they were is how
close knit they are,”said head
coach Dave Darr. He gave one
example of how two senior
boys went to the home of a
freshman player after he had
a rough game, and took him
out with them for the night.
The bonding of this team is
something that could not be
experienced on a public school squad.
“They genuinely cared for the well-being of
their teammates,”coach Darr said. The caring
nature of the team is not just something that
the coach sees, but something the players
sincerely act on.
When asked about what qualities stand out
about this team, senior John Horner said,
“We cared about each other personally, not
just because we played baseball.”Horner
has played on multiple teams throughout
his career, and said that he has never
experienced this level of faith on another
team.
“It’s not all about winning, but about playing
to glorify God,”Horner said.
Parents also witnessed the unique qualities of
this team.
“As a parent, what I see is more unity,”said
Matt Leighton, father of sophomore player
Tanner Leighton. Matt said that he loves
using sports as a teaching platform for his
son and providing him with life skills that he
can incorporate off the field. Matt explained
that his son gained more character and
spiritual awareness from being a part of the
team this year.
The one thing that stuck out to Matt about
this team was their genuine and true
humility. He said the way the boys handled
the win and carried themselves after was a
true indication of their character.
“They didn’t just become better baseball
players this season, they became better
people,”said coach Darr.
Athletics
Girls’Softball Breaks State Record
The Varsity Girls’Softball team won the Section 4A final
game over Columbia Heights 10-0 in five innings and went
on to play in the state tournament for the 9th season in a
row, a state record number of consecutive appearances in
a state tournament. The team won second place overall.
We are proud of you, Eagles!
Noteable Successes From theYear
• 8th grade girls’basketball took 1st place in CAA
championship
• Track athlete, Mark Schreiner, took 9th in State in the
110-meter hurdles despite a torn hamstring mid-race
• Girls’softball advanced to State Tournament for
the ninth consecutive year, taking second place and
breaking a state record
Varsity BaseballTeamWins StateTournament and is United as Family
Written by Lauren Vigar (Class of ‘13), New Life Academy Alumna
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©2013ScottBriggsPhotography

Spotlight on“Fiddler on the Roof”
Along with the Outstanding awards in overall
production and performance, Erik Holmquist
(as Tevye) received Outstanding Performance in
a leading role in the Hennepin Theatre Trust’s
Spotlight Musical Theatre program. Honorable
Mention Performance in a Supporting Role were
also awarded to NLA’s Sarah Rahimi (as Yente),
Tom Hunt (as Perchik), Isabelle Lindahl (as Chava),
Hailey Brumley (as Golde), and Nicole Sward (as
Tzeital). Honorable Mention Performance in a
Featured Role were awarded to Savanna Verbout
(as Grandma Tzeital) and Josh Brocker (as Fyedka).

Fine Arts
Performing Arts
Whether it be singing in choir, singing in the auditioned
group, Morningstar, or performing in a musical
or theater production, New Life Academy values
creative expression through performance and drama.
Productions and concerts are always well-attended, and
many of our graduates have gone on to practice theatre
and music at the collegiate level.
Music
Each ensemble provides students with exciting
opportunities to further their muscianship while
developing key leadership skills and self-confidence
through performance and teamwork. The curriculum
first seeks basic participation and ultimately develops
musicians that will share their talents beyond New
Life Academy. Our students’musical journey begins in
Preschool where students develop an understanding of
rhythm, melody, and song.
Visual Arts
From learning the fundamentals of art and exploring
the principles of design, to experimenting with various
materials, our visual arts program is designed to develop
and enhance our students’appreciation of art and their
own artistic abilities - with award-winning results for
many students. Student art work proudly graces the
halls of our campuses.
Program Highlights
• Students gain from the instruction and
inspiration of highly trained and skilled faculty.
• Curriculum is designed to encourage
participation, awareness, and promote
creative expression as it integrates with faith
and learning.
• Our goal is that our students will develop a
lifelong appreciation for the arts and pursue
excellence that empowers our students in the
expressive language of the arts.
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Spiritual Development
Training up each child to own and defend his or
her faith is the driving force behind student life
activities and academics. Woven throughout
the student life experience is prayer,
open expression of faith (and questions),
comparisons in light of a secular and a Christian
Worldview, character development and biblical
instruction.
At New Life Academy, students and faculty are
able to participate in events and chapel days
that have the heart of NLA’s mission at their
core: to educate and energize each student to
impact their world for Jesus Christ.
Spiritual Emphasis Week took place in April
this year, and students were able to hear from
multiple speakers about a variety of topics
including using the gifts God has given each
person, the importance of a biblical foundation,
and many others. Students and teachers were
able to take time to pray together, and they
ended the week by gathering together in the
gym to make around eighty tie blankets for
Union Gospel Mission. The week allowed space
for restored relationships between students
and Christ, and many felt bonded after the
experience.
During the National Day of Prayer in May, the
New Life Academy community was able to
come together with the specific goal of praying
for their country, community, school, countries
represented by NLA’s international students,
and surrounding churches. Students, teachers,
parents, New Life Church, and community
members attended the event held in the Upper
Room and gathered together to pray for these
different areas.
“For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others
and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Matthew 20:28
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Students pray together on the National Day of Prayer Students making blankets for Union Gospel Mission Worship during weekly chapel
Spotlight on
“Buy a Coffee, Buy aWell”
Every Wednesday, high school
students run a coffee shop to raise
money for communities who need fresh water. When the
Living Water team arrived in the Kolakanatham Community,
there were 300 families who were dependent on public taps
provided by the local government, bi-weekly for only a few
hours at a time, to support their growing water demands.
Together with New Life Academy students, faculty, and
families,“Buy a Coffee, Buy a Well”raised enough money to
buy and build a well for the people of Kolakanatham, India!

Cultivating Creativity
Max & Johnna (Lardani) Holmgren (‘06)
Eight years after graduating from
New Life Academy, Johnna and Max
Holmgren are still fostering relationships
and talents that began in kindergarten
for Johnna and 7th grade for Max.
The couple met during their 7th grade year at New
Life Academy and caught each other’s attention at
a new student picnic. After nurturing a friendship
and soon a relationship in high school, they married
in 2010 in Max’s parents’backyard. Johnna said,
“We have many fond memories of our early years
together and most are formed around our time at
New Life.”
The couple not only found love at NLA but also
spiritual maturity. Johnna says,“New Life Academy
and its teachers encouraged an attitude of
believing a faith not because it’s what your family
believes but truly trying to live it out for yourself.”
She says the school encouraged her to experience
God in all forms of nature, art, relationships, and
community that resulted in the couple taking a step
in faith to establishing their own businesses.
Both creative personalities, Max and Johnna
followed after their fathers’and grandpas’
entrepreneurial footsteps and started their own
businesses to garner and cultivate their artistic
passions. For almost six years, Johnna has been
capturing life through the lens of a camera with
her photography business, Johnna Holmgren
Photography. Max, also in the creative industry,
started Bear Fox Chalk, a chalk design company, two
years ago.
Johnna explains, “We are both creatives,
and the biggest thing we appreciated
from New Life Academy was the way cer-
tain teachers recognized that not all stu-
dents learn the same. Not every brain is
wired the same, and not every curriculum
will be equally absorbed. We so valued
that teachers took the time to teach us
in ways that we needed. Specifically, we
think back to our art experiences at NLA
and appreciate the amount of passion
and talent that Mrs. Bateman-Ek [New
Life’s art teacher] provided.”
In addition to building their life together in
Stillwater, Minnesota, Max and Johnna still maintain
friendships they formed at New Life Academy.
Johnna describes,“There were so many ways to be
connected to others at NLA. We both played sports
throughout junior high and high school, and those
were definitely some of our fondest memories.”
From playing sand volleyball and sharing dinners
to simply connecting about life, the couple has a
support system of NLA friends that goes back to
their childhood.
Max and Johnna have a busy household consisting
of their passionate two-year-old daughter, Luella
Beane, Badger the dog, Zoe the kitten, and Mabel
and Beatrice the chickens. With their home
businesses, the couple treasures the fact that they
can intentionally experience life together as a
family each and every day.
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ALUMNI

2013-14 Financial Recap: New Life Academy and Foundation
unaudited results
REVENUE
Tuition & Fees $ 6,043,114
Tuition Assistance (830,012)
Total Tuition Income 5,213,102
Annual Giving, Auction & Golf Classic 400,000
Athletics, Curriculum, Guidance, Food Service & Health Funds 578,598
TOTAL REVENUE 6,191,700
EXPENSES
Instructional & Support Services 3,455,633
Administration, Technology and Advancement Services 1,274,788
Athletics, Curriculum, Guidance, Food Service & Health Funds 607,706
Operations & Building 853,573
TOTAL EXPENSES 6,191,700
Average Cost per Student: 9,595
Average Tuition per Student: 8,654
ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS
Annual Giving 203,037
Auction 206,800
Golf Classic 30,786
Building Campaign 793,606
Designated Giving 14,059
TOTAL ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS 1,248,288
*The Annual Giving Campaign raises resources to further the mission of the Academy.The New Life Academy Educational Foundation,
Inc. (NLAEFI) is a separate 501 ©(3) organization that adds accountability to the stewardship of your gifts and provides access to other
educational funds the school would not otherwise have access to. The NLAEFI is also an approved recipient for most company’s match-
ing donation programs. Consult with your employer’s human resources department about multiplying your gift.
ACADEMY REVENUE
Athletics, Curriculum,
Guidance, Food Service
& Health Funds
Annual Giving, Auction
& Golf Classic
Total Tuition
Income
9% 7%
84%
ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS
Golf
Classic (2%)
Annual
Giving Designated
Giving (1%)
Auction
Building
Campaign
16%
17%
64%
ACADEMY EXPENSES
Instructional &
Support Services
Operations &
Building Athletics,
Curriculum,
Guidance,
Food Service &
Health Funds
Administration,
Technology and
Advancement
Services
56%
14% 10%
20%

Our pursuit is to generate the support and
resources needed to innovate and advance the
education program, equip a student-centric
learning environment, and make Christian
Education available to as many students as
possible.
A world of boundless opportunities at New Life
Academy begins with you. Your generous gifts
provide direct and critical support for student
programs and services for every student,
every experience, every day. Parents, alumni,
grandparents, and friends support the school and
its mission by giving their time, their leadership,
and their resources. Your investment helps to
preserve all that is best about an Academy
education and strengthens us for a vital and
vibrant future.
Our culture of giving is growing at NLA, and we
thank you for the steps you’ve taken to help
educate and energize students to impact the
world for Jesus Christ.
TheFamilyofFunds
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Annual Giving
Impacting Every Student, Every Experience, Every Day
Length in Months
Monthly Payments
Total Interest
60 60 60 60 60
$372,294 $618,656 $731,680 $769,000 $1,256,510
$81,062 $81,062 $81,062
Total Paid $111,062 $111,062 $111,062
$0
$325,000
$650,000
$975,000
$1,300,000
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13* 2013-14*
$1,256,510
$769,000$731,680
$618,656
$372,294
Total Academy Giving
*Includes Building Campaign funds
You may direct your gift to an area of
specific interest through the Annual
Giving Family of Funds.
Area of Greatest Need
Annual gifts provide vital support for
operations, programs, and advancements
that strengthen academy programs and
infrastructure. Annual contributions to this
fund provide vital unrestricted support to
the area of greatest need.
Tuition Assistance Fund
Annual gifts toward the Tuition Assistance
Fund provide assistance to students whose
families demonstrate need through an
independent financial aid application
process and who would otherwise likely
not be able to attend New Life Academy. An
annual gift to the Tuition Assistance Fund
is your avenue to helping your neighbor
provide a Christian education for his or her
kids too.
Spiritual Development Fund
Spiritual development for each student
is at the very heart of the mission of the
Academy. Guest speakers, special projects,
outreach opportunities, student leadership
development, and chapel offerings are yet
another mission-appropriate way for you to
financially support the Academy.
Faculty Development Fund
The Academy strives to recruit and retain
a diverse faculty who teach to the highest
standards, are passionate about educating
your kids, and are excellent Christian role
models. Gifts to the Faculty Development
Fund provide opportunities for professional
growth and development, and help ensure
that all teachers receive the resources to be
the best they can be.
Athletics Fund
Gifts provide funding for the physical
education and sports programs, along with
equipment, uniforms, field fees, and travel
for all athletic teams.
Fine Arts Fund
Gifts support theater productions, visual
artists, musical instruments, costume and
set design, and community involvement.
Technology and Innovation Fund
Annual Giving provides funding for teachers
to facilitate student learning through
innovative, challenging, and inspiring
differentiated instruction using state-of-the-
art technology, such as campus-wide smart
boards and student computing devices.

Tuition assistance is more than an educational
financial assistance program. For donors, it’s an
investment in students’lives and an opportunity
to play a vital part in impacting their spiritual,
academic, and personal development. Each small
and large gift helps to give students close-knit
relationships that will continue to grow and thrive
even after graduation.
Tuition Assistance helps students
understand who they are as children
of God and cultivate their unique
talents in and outside the classroom.
For NLA students, it’s an open door that allows
them to attend an academic institution that
models faith in its faculty, mission, curriculum,
and extracurricular activities and to have a biblical
worldview intertwined with daily academic
lessons.
It offers parents the chance to see their children
thrive in a positive, yet challenging program in a
safe and healthy environment. Grandparents can
relax in the contentment that their grandchild is
being satisfactorily prepared for life. For siblings,
it provides an opportunity to attend school with
their best friends and experience different kinds
of relationships. For the kingdom of heaven, the
tuition assistance program gives an upcoming
generation of young adults an opportunity to
impact their world for God and to reach their full
potential in scholarship, leadership, and service
out of love for each other, their community, and
their nation.
Tuition Assistance helps students understand who
they are as children of God and cultivate their
unique talents in and outside the classroom. It
gives them the strong, fundamental foundation
of truth which ultimately produces Godly leaders
with integrity, wisdom, and character ready to
engage culture.
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Giving:TuitionAssistanceChangesLives
Whether it’s helping out in the library, working with the annual Auction or Golf Tournament, or
serving in A la Carte, there are a host of different ways to use your abilities and get involved! We
know that each of you is gifted differently and has something to offer. Your talents are greatly
appreciated.
Each year, hundreds of parents, alumni, parents of alumni, and grandparents volunteer at the
Academy. Know that when you volunteer, you are helping motivate and inspire students to
become wise leaders, authentic Christ-followers, and accomplished learners in our world today!
GettingInvolved:
Parents,Alumni,ParentsofAlumni,andGrandparents

GivingtheGlorytoGod
AProfileonGiving
Colleen and Alan Stauber believe in a lifestyle of giving and exemplifying it to their community, including their son,
Joe, a 10th grader at New Life Academy.
Colleen says,“We know that giving is an expression of our trust in God and His provision for us.We give where we’re
led by the Holy Spirit to causes and organizations that we believe have an eternal impact.”
The Staubers have always been advocates for Christian education, yet when they sent their son to New Life Academy
for kindergarten, their passion grew. Colleen says,“Christian education models faith and gives children an opportunity
to know Jesus and form a personal biblical worldview, so they can understand that God is the first and the last.”
The Staubers are passionate about financially supporting the school because of the dual position it holds as an
academic institution and a ministry to the community.
“New Life Academy is also a ministry to the community with students from multiple cities and churches, as well as
ministering to children that don’t come from Christian families,”says Colleen.“Giving to NLA is important to us so that
the school can do the best job possible in educating and modeling faith in God.”
The Staubers believe that each student at New Life Academy can make a difference if they are given the support,
encouragement, and spiritual knowledge. Colleen says,
“If every student develops a relationship with God and
becomes a Christ follower, the ripples of impact will go
out to the world and continue to transform lives from the
inside (heart) out.”
The Stauber’s giving attitude is evident in their personal
and spiritual life and extended out to their son when he
personally gave to the Building Fund. Colleen encourages
others to give because,“giving to NLA has an impact
beyond your own life and community for Jesus.”
In addition to giving to New Life Church, Colleen and Alan
have given to the New Life Academy Building Campaign and through Alan’s Company Match.They also played a part
in adding NLA as a supported organization throughThrivent Choice.
After years of seeing her son thrive in a Christian school, Colleen is an ambassador for Christian education and
supporting it in any way she can. She says,“Christian education develops character and values in our children
and is training future leaders in every walk of life. Children should graduate knowing they are loved regardless of
performance, are created for a unique purpose, and that their lives and choices have eternal impact.”
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InterestedinVolunteering?
How Do I Volunteer?
Whether it’s helping out in the library, working
with the annual Auction or Golf Tournament,
or serving in A la Carte, there are a host
of different ways to use your gifts and get
involved! We know that each of you is gifted
differently and has something to offer, and
your talents are greatly appreciated. Know that
you are helping motivate and inspire students
to become wise leaders, authentic Christ-
followers, and accomplished learners in our
world today!
Interested in getting involved?
Visit our website or contact
Craig Schmalz at 651-757-4343 or
craigschmalz@newlifeacademy.org
“GivingtoNLAisimportanttoussothattheschoolcandothebestjobpossible
ineducatingandmodelingfaithinGod.”

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Sponsors
RedSponsors
Bremer Bank
DJ Kranz Co., Inc.
Mitch and Leah Eviston Family
Jim and Dianne Falteisek Family
Steve and Jennifer Knuth Family
Cade and Jennifer Lambert Family
LegacyWealth
Paul and Robin Maynard Family
Mile Road Productions
Dave and Nicolle Mortensen Family
Dave and Michelle Schumacher Family
WhiteSponsors
Steve and DebraTourek Family
BlueSponsors
Anonymous
Russ and Diane Barrett Family
Tim and Roxane Becken Family
Todd and Susan Frazier Family
BlueSponsors(continued)
David and Dagni Lee Family
David and Bobbi Maple Family
Dave and Jenny Meier Family
Reid and Julie Miller Family
New Life Church
SkydiveTwin Cities
Patrick and CindyVoelker Family
Chad and RebeccaWall Family
Auction Co-Chairs
JoeandCaroleLehn
Paul and Robin Maynard
Dave and Michelle Schumacher
This year’s Auction, held on the first Saturday in April of 2014, broke the
school’s historical record of dollar amount raised! A sold-out auction of 430
attendees raised over $206,800 for Academy students, which is more than
$20,000 over the previous year.
This year’s theme was patriotic, dubbed the Red, White & You Celebration and
Auction. Guests came decked out in their favorite red, white, and blue attire,
and they used iPod bidding devices to bid on over 300 Silent Auction items
and 15 different Sign Me Up parties before heading to Curt Wetsel Court for
dinner.
During the Live Auction, guests generously and briskly bid upon many items
including trips to Hawaii, Maui and the Dominican Republic, a Joe Mauer bat,
a set of braces, and an opportunity to be the Principal for the Day.
A huge thank you to the 23 sponsors, 70 parent volunteers, and 60 student
volunteers that made this year’s Auction a hit! In all, over $206,800 was raised
for Tuition Assistance, teaching technology, and Academy programming.
The Annual Auction
NLA Auction Breaks Record: $206,800 for Academy Students
Thisyear’sthemewas,“Red,White&You!”
Co-Chairs of the 2013-14 Annual Auction: Joe and Carole Lehn,
Michelle and Dave Schumacher, Robin and Paul Maynard
Don’t miss next year’s Auction:
April 11, 2015!

GolfClassicSponsors
GoldSponsor
LegacyWealth
SilverSponsors
Bremer Bank
DJ Kranz Co., Inc.
Egan Mechanical
Mayer Electric
Steve and DebraTourek
The Urgency Room
BronzeSponsors
Acoustic Associates
Bethel University
Mitch and Leah Eviston
M&N Structures
TruNorth
University of Northwestern St. Paul
DinnerSponsor
Swanson Meats
Golf Committee
Ann Paulson, Chair
Mike Brocker
Don Cooper
Matt Engstrom
Paul Maynard
The NLA Golf Classic, an annual fundraising event for New Life
Academy, promotes community among NLA families and supporters while
raising necessary funds to further the mission of the Academy.
The primary reason we host the NLA Golf Classic is to raise funds to support
Tuition Assistance. Thanks to your efforts, the 2013 Golf Classic raised more
than $28,000! Everything we do is centered on educating and energizing each
student to impact their world for Jesus Christ and to reach their full potential in
scholarship, leadership, and service out of love for God and one another.
This year, golfers enjoyed some fantastic fall golfing weather. Our turn out
was higher than the last four years with 107 golfers, and the event raised
more money than years before for Tuition Assistance. We consider it a great
honor to have golfers and volunteers partner with us as we invest in the lives
of these wonderful kids.
Congratulations to our 1st Place Flight A foursome: Luke Allen, Joe Kane,
Ryan Lewis, and Bill O’Hearn. And to our 1st Place Flight B foursome: Don
Brocker, John Horner, John Norring, and Tom Pfotenhauer.
16th Annual Golf Tournament
Great Success—$28,000 for Tuition Assistance
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A Letter From the President
Dear New Life Family,
Did you know that being a part of the New Life Community means that you are a
member of our school’s Parent School Partnership (PSP)? Our PSP goal is to support NLA
and its mission by fostering input, communication, and encouragement among faculty,
staff, administration, parents, and students in all aspects of educational and spiritual
development. It is our hope that each of you will take the opportunity to get involved and
give of your time and talents in one of dozens of areas where volunteers are needed.
We have found that by giving even a few hours a year you will not only be richly blessed,
but you can demonstrate to your kids firsthand what it means to give of yourself to help
others. What better place than at your child’s school? There are numerous opportunities
all throughout the school year…day or night, at NLA or from home.
It is so neat to see parents volunteer at an event and comment on what a wonderful time
they have had and see them begin to make personal connections with teachers, students
and other parents. This season in our children’s lives goes so quickly—we hope you take
the time to embrace it and all New Life Academy has to offer!
Don’t hesitate to contact me at dmschumcher@msn.com if you have any questions
on how you can jump in and become part of the New Life Academy family through
volunteering!
Blessings,
Michelle Schumacher
PSP President
Parent School Partnership (PSP)
WaystoGetInvolved
Opportunities for getting involved abound at New Life Academy,
and we are eager to place you where your gifts lead you! Some
PSP volunteer opportunities available are:
• New Family Welcome Program
• Room Parent Program
• Prayer for Teachers, Staff & Students
• Teacher and Staff Appreciation Events
• Jump Start Playdates & Family Picnics
Why Get Involved?
• Promote the mission of New Life Academy.
• Raise funds to enrich New Life Academy school curriculum.
• Provide fellowship opportunities for families.
• Recognize faculty and staff effort.
You and your volunteering hours are a blessing to us at NLA.
Thank you for all that you do!
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord,
not for human masters, since you know that you will receive
an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you
are serving. –Colossians 3:23-24
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“The education is high quality and the foundation of the
school benefits our children.”
“We have been very blessed by New Life…”
2014 Volunteer of the Year Award: Russ Stoeckel
Russ Stoeckel and his family have been a part of the New Life community for 5 years. Russ
has spent countless hours as a parent volunteer with the Minds in Motion program. Minds
in Motion is a series of activities that stimulate the brain to help children focus on tasks, and
give them the ability to sit still longer. Russ says that he is passionate about this program
because he is helping children to get the wiggles out, which in turn helps them learn better.
Being a part of New Life means a lot to the Stoeckel family.“The education is high quality
and the foundation of the school benefits our children,”Russ said.
2014 Patti Wiens Award: Keith Freeburg
The Patti Wiens Award is given to a leader in the school and,“given in recognition for
leadership that exemplifies vision, service, and commitment to the mission of developing
students who will influence generations for Jesus Christ.”Keith Freeburg, former chair of the
Governing Council is the recipient for this year’s award. Keith has been a part of the New
Life Community since the start, as he was a part of the original group that founded New Life
Church. Keith served as chair of the Governing Council for 3 years, the first 3 years that the
council was a part of the school. He also served for 18 years as an elder of the church, 8 of
those years being on a committee that oversaw the academy. “We have been very blessed
by New Life and have been committed to New Life,”Keith said. His children have attended
New Life, as well as grandchildren. Keith said that they look to the academy as an important
part of raising children.

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(July1,2013-June30,2014)
LeadershipGiftsof$1000+
GiftsmadeJuly1,2013toJune
30,2014.Aspecialthankyouto
ourdedicatedleadershipdonors
whohavedemonstratedtheir
commitmenttoensureNewLife
Academyachievesitsmissionto
educateandenergizeeachstudent
toimpacttheirworldforJesus
Christ.
Anonymous
Ameriprise Financial
Anytime Fitness
Dave and Cindy Baar
Russ and Diane Barrett
Shirley Bateman
Tim and Ann Baur
Tim and Roxane Becken
Mark and Daria Berger
Peter and Lori Bernard
Chris and Brenda Bertram
Craig and Kristen Bettmann
Carol Bierbrauer
Gary and Lee Blount
Todd and Sheryl Breiholz
Bremer Bank
Michael and Debbie Brocker
Michael (’92) and Kristen (’93) Bryant
John Bucsko and Danette Horky-
Bucsko
John and Ruth Campbell
Charles and Ellora Alliss Educational
Foundation
Nathan and Jenni Corbin
John and Jill Cremers
D.J. Kranz Co. Inc.
Jay and Laurie Dorenkamp
Egan Mechanical
Scott and Anmarie Ellingson
Emergency Physicians Professional
Association
James and Dianne Falteisek
Todd and Susan Frazier
Mark and Donna Gilles
Bruce and Patty Gorter
Dave and Paulette Gross
Jonathan and Ranie Gross
Dean and Jennifer Hager
Carla and Steve Hamill
Eric andWendy Hawkins
Howard and Donna Hawkins
Dave and Barb Hegewald
George and Evelyn Heinrich
John andTrecie Horner
David and Heidi Hove
Imation Corporation
Jim andVirginia Jensen
Brent and Carie Jorgenson
Dave and Melissa Kalinoff
Steve and Jennifer Knuth
Matthew and Dawn Ksepka
Cade and Jennifer Lambert
Gregory and Deahn Lawson
David and Dagni Lee
LegacyWealth
Joseph and Carole Lehn
Matt and Michelle Leighton
Gary and Kathleen Maas
John and Lynnette Mahlke
Adam Martell (’05)
Mayer Electric Corporation
David and Jennifer Meier
Reid and Julie Miller
Seth and Diane Montgomery
David and Angela Moorman
David and Nicolle Mortensen
Kourosh and Shabnam Motalebi
David and Kara Nelsen
Hannah Nelson
Kirk and Shelley Nelson
Nadia Nelson
Paul and Jessa Nelson
New Life Church ofWoodbury
Brenda andTim Nicol
Kristin Nordvold
Kurt and Kathy Nuehring
John and Barbara Olfelt
Kevin and Ann Paulson
Tim and Patty Pitera
Abdollah and Catherine Rahimi
Ted and Jennifer Risdall
Bill and Michelle Rogers
Paul and Hope Rudeen
Barry and Janel Schalkle
Craig and Kristina Schmalz
Kent and Beth Schoenherr
Securian Foundation
Sjoberg &Tebelius, P.A.
Benjamin and Stacey Spain
Gordon and Debra Spronk
Alan and Colleen Stauber
Matthew and Jeanie Steele
Jeffrey (’85) and Kathy Stone
Eric and Laurie Sund
Ross and JillTallents
Target
Heinrich and LindaTetzlaff
The Donaldson Foundation
Thomson Reuters
Stephen and LisaThor
Thrivent Financial
Steven and DebraTourek
Truist
Twin City Concrete Products, Inc.
Matthew and MoniqueTwomey
Harvey and Beverly Uken
US Bank
Patrick and CindyVoelker
Chad and RebeccaWall
David and GloriaWashburn
Mark and JulieWiener
Daniel and MarleenWiersum
Jim and CarolWilson
Wm.Wrigley Jr. Co. Foundation
Tien and JeannyWu
Kathleen Zdanowicz
UnlockthePotential
BuildingCampaign
Giftsmadesincethecampaign
inceptionofNovember1,2012.
Wegratefullyacknowledgethese
peopleandorganizationsfortheir
commitmentstotheUnlockthe
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theimpactthatthiswillmakeon
ourcurrentstudentsandon
generationstocome.
Anonymous
3M
Tim and Ann Baur
Tom and Kay Becken
Chris and Staci Becker
Carol Bierbrauer
Howard and Nancy Boeve
Gary and Lee Blount
Martin and Stacey Bouillon
Don and Ginny Brocker
James and Margaret Bucsko
John Bucsko and Danette Horky-
Bucsko
Robert and Chris Buselmeier
Douglas and Judy Cameron
Donald andWilma Clauson
Denise Dawson-Vitzthum
Donald and Donna DeBoer
D.J. Kranz Co. Inc.
Ecolab
Bart andTammy Fischer
Andrew and Melissa Forbes
Dennis and Rene Groeneweg
Brandon and Carolyn Hamil
Gary and Nancy Hayden
Mark and Rene Hohol
Imation Corporation
James andTracey Jensen
Cecil and Jerry Lambert
David and Laurie Lassen
William and Amelia Lawson
David and Dagni Lee
Ronald and Kathy Lutes
Jim and Ellen Maas
Douglas and Fern Moberg
Keith and Nancy Moore
Navy Island Plywood
Hannah Nelson
Jim and Dorothy Nelson
Nadia Nelson
Scott and Jerilyn Nelson
Tim and Brenda Nicol
Sandy and Leonard Olivarez
Sheryl Ostlund
Julia Pastirik
Robert and Carol Peterfeso
Theodore Rice and Barbara Birchem
Jon and Carol Rogness
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Thank You for Giving! 2013-14 Donor Honor Roll
“AnnualGivingcashcontributionsimpact
everystudent,everyexperience,everyday.”
– Craig Schmalz, Advancement Director

Mary Rothe
Roger and Judee Rydberg
David and Gina Schad
Gene and Sheila Scharenbroich
Josephine Schmer
David and Michelle Schumacher
Securian Foundation
Aaron and Renee Shilts
Joseph Stauber
Rob and Harriet Stevenson
Allan and Krista Swenson
TengThao and LisaVuong Deo Campo
The Saint Paul Foundation
Thrivent Financial
R.J. and ShirleyToensing
Twin City Concrete Products
US Bank
Curtis and SharonWall
Curt and NancyWetsel
Jim and CarolWilson
2013–14Governing
CouncilTrusteeGiving
100%Participation
Mike Brocker
Danette Bucsko
John Cremers
Susan Frazier
Keith Freeburg
Wendy Hawkins
Mark LaFollette
Cade Lambert
Gary Maas
Paul Maynard
Dave Meier
Barry Schalkle
SteveTourek
DanWiersum
AnnualGiving
Thankyoutothosethatmade
anAnnualGivingvolunteercash
contributionaboveandbeyondour
specialeventsliketheAuctionand
GolfClassic.AnnualGivingcash
contributionsimpacteverystudent,
everyexperience,everyday.
James and Sharon Altorfer
Benevity, Inc.
Philip and Jennifer Bennett
Joseph Black (’03)
Robert and Joyce Borrud
Robert and Susan Brown
Page and Carole Brumley
John Bucsko and Danette Horky-Bucsko
Robert and Karron Busch
Ronald and Judy Chlebeck
Katherine Christensen (’01)
David and Kathryn Christenson
David and Judie Cooper
Kent and MaryAnn Corbin
Michael and Christine DeBoer
Bryon and Susan Deiss
Lynn Donnan
Evie Dukich
Joseph and Raleigh Dulaney
Janice Ehrhart
Cory and Colene Erickson
John and Elaine Fischer
Craig andTerry Giles
Goodsearch
Tom and Ingrid Grahek
Scott and Michelle Groeneweg
Kelly and Sue Gunderson
Costa andTami Hasapopoulos
Don andValerie Hau
Robert andTera Hoffman
Craig and Cathy Housworth
Ronald and Sharon Johnson
Warren and Pamela Jones
Dorothea Kandler
Brian and Karen Kasprzyk
Gina Kortuem
Kowalski’s
Chad and Lisa (’06) Kreye
Dezhi Liao and MeiWang
Kelly and Kim Linster
Ronald and Kathryn Lutes
Kevin andTheresa McGoldrick
Chris and Jeni Meyer
Robert and Debra Michaud
Michael and Stephanie Moberg
Brian and Carolee Mueller
Sharon Murphy
Andy Nelson
Eunice Nelson
Andrew and Angela Nippert
Seung-Gik Oh
Billy and Jana Pierce
Glen and Diana Poppinga
Krishnan and Malar Ramesh
Jeffrey and Dawn Rankin
Robert and Julianne Reardon
Al and Ann Roskowinski
Mary Rothe
Luke Sabbann (’04)
Michael and Connie Sabbann
James and Kelly Sauer
James and Karla Saum
John and Karen Schulte
Michael and DeVonne Sheak
Jay andYuchien Singer
Ray and Kathy Smith
Jon and Karen Solstad
Keith and Mia Stein
Russell and Monica Stoeckel
Jeffrey and Sylvia Stubbs
Target Corporation
The Medtronic Foundation
Thomson Reuters
Thrivent Financial
Truist
US Bank
DonnaWalker
NancyWashburn
Wells Fargo Foundation
PattiWiens
Dan and MarleenWiersum
Joseph and PamWillaert
Tien and JeannyWu
Jeffrey and KirstenWynia
Kathleen Zdanowicz
T.J. Zhou and HuiYingYang
ParentGiving
Perry and Kim Aasness
Luke Allen (‘99)
Lynn Atkinson and
Kendra Pardue-Atkinson
John and Monica Augustine
David and Cindy Baar
Russell and Diane Barrett
Jeffrey and Chris Binsfeld
Heather Bjorlin
Mark and Karen Boatman
Wallace and Kelli Boeve
Gary and Jane Borner
Rick and Melissa Borner
Robert and Lisa Brim
Kelly and Linda Brown
John Bucsko and Danette Horky-Buckso
Don and Joy Burgoyne
Brian andWendy Busch
Jim and Doreen Carter
David and Staci Caspers
Michael and Kimberly Chirpich
David and Amy Clausen
Don and Erica Cooper
Percentage
Parent Giving Participation
% by Grade (2013-14)
0
20
40
60
80
3s PK K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
30
51
38
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4545
66
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65
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Eric and Kristen Creighton
Paul and Sally Cronin
Roger andWendy Dodds
Patrick and Corinne Doherty
Dan and Julie Dolan
Vance and Erica Draheim
Whitney and Colleen Eigenfeld
Jordan and Shirley Erdman
Jack and Denise Ericsson
Brian and Rachel Fizel
Robert andWendy France
Wei Gan and Peihui Zhang
Brian and Lisa Goodbar
Robert and Sharon Goulet
Timothy and Nancy Gunderson
Charles Hanna and SharonWerner
Jeff and Sarah Hansen
Don andValerie Hau
Mark and Renee Hohol
Scott and Rachel Homuth
Tim and Goldia Hullett
Samuel and Crystal Inkumsah
Roger and Linda Jacobi
Kelvin and Jennifer Kaemingk
David and Melissa Kalinoff
Nancy Kaltenbach
Ron and Beth Kaus
Robert and Kari Kellner
William and Nancy Kesting
Mark and Jeannie Korf
Robert and Jodi Kritta
Matt and Debra Lamb
David and Dagni Lee
Joe and Carole Lehn
Michael and Amy Lindahl
Thomas andTina Lockner
Dan and Kelly Madsen
David and Bobbi Maple
Patrick and Holly McGowan
Jay and Carmen Meier
Robert and Marcie Meierhofer
Thomas andThao Moore
Andrew (’96) and Kathryn (’96) Nash
Christian and Aimee Nielsen
Randy and Jackie Niemeyer
John and Jessica Norring
Seung-Gik Oh
Brad and Julie Olson
Michael and Jennifer Olson
Mike andTami Ostrom
Shannon and Michele Phipps
John andValerie Pilgrim
Eric (’96) and Amy (’96) Poppinga
Tony and Rebecca Ressie
Mike and Dawn Roettger
Alex and Julie Ross
Adam and Heather Royer
Mike and Jan Rygh
Brian and Jeni Schrader
John and Barby Schulte
David and Michelle Schumacher
Troy and Linda Sheridan
Richard and Lynn Soler
Jeff (’91) and Jenni (’91) St. Cyr
James and Jana Starwalt
Phil andTeresaTateosian
Jay and SheilaThompson
Greg and MelissaTietz
James and KellyTima
Matthew and MonicaTwomey
ThomasVerBout and Laura Pride
VerBout
Dale and KendraWeichbrodt
Warren and KarenWicklund
Ryan and JenniferWillaert
Derek (’97) and Rebekah (’97)Wilson
Tien and JeannyWu
Hailiang Xu and Qun Zhou
GrandparentGiving
Anonymous
Carl and Faith Anderson
Tom and Kay Becken
Gary and Lee Blount
Donald and Joy Burgoyne
Lynn Donnan
Evie Dukich
Keith and Barbara Freeburg
Donald and Kathleen Hullett
Tom and Nancy Larson
Sharon Murphy
Edward and Jane Olson
Sheryl Ostlund
Mark and Sally Peterson
Warren Scamp and MarieTima
Richard and Elizabeth Snyder
George and Judie St. Cyr
Greg and Mary Stephens
Stan and Karen Stone
GloriaThompson
DonnaWalker
Kathleen Zdanowicz
AlumniGiving
Luke Allen (‘99)
Christopher Anderson (‘07)
Robert Anderstrom (‘09)
Joseph Black (‘03)
Jacob Brown (‘11)
Caleb Brumley (‘07)
Kristen Bryant (‘93)
Michael Bryant (‘92)
Katherine Christensen (‘01)
Lindsay Cremers (‘11)
Andrew Crist (‘07)
Robert Folsom (‘05)
Rebekah Holmquist (‘09)
David Ivance (‘87)
Lisa Kreye (‘06)
Ryan Lewis (‘99)
Adam Martell (‘05)
Andrew Nash (‘96)
Kathryn Nash (‘96)
Amy Poppinga (‘96)
Eric Poppinga (‘96)
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Thank You for Giving (Continued)

Matthew Rahimi (‘08)
Laurel Reed (‘07)
Luke Sabbann (‘04)
Natalie Schad (‘11)
Danielle Schmidt (’09)
Rebekah Schmidt (’11)
Lowell Schoenherr (‘07)
Raela Schoenherr (‘05)
Anne Skoglund (‘91)
Derrick Skoglund (‘90)
Jeff St. Cyr (‘91)
Jennifer St. Cyr (‘91)
Jeffrey Stone (‘85)
BeckyWelander (‘98)
DerekWilson (‘97)
RebekahWilson (‘97)
NatalieWright (‘08)
NLAContributors
(Alphabetically)
GiftsmadeJuly1,2013toJune30,
2014.Everystudentbenefitsfrom
yourparticipationinAnnualGiving.
Astudent’sboundlessopportunities
beginwithyou.Yourgenerousgifts
toAnnualGivingunitesour
communityandprovidesthe
resourcestokeepcoreofferings
strongandrelevant.
3M
Anonymous
AWhimsical Place
Perry and Kim Aasness
Acapulco
Acoustic Associates
Afton House Inn
Airborn Disc Golf Emporium
Sade Aiyese-Ogundare
Luke Allen (‘99)
Laura Allen
Al’s Breakfast
American Girl
Chris Anderson (’07)
Robert Anderstrom (’09)
Angelina’s Kitchen
Anytime Fitness
Ashleigh Rachel Photography
Lynn and Kendra Atkinson
David and Joanne Atwell
Dave and Cindy Baar
John Barr
Russ and Diane Barrett
Shirley Bateman
Tim and Ann Baur
Shane and Dawn Beavers
Tom and Kay Becken
Chris and Stacy Becker
Susan Bell
Benevity, Inc
Mike and Lisa Bernhagen
Bethel University
Carol Bierbrauer
Jeff and Chris Binsfeld
Bisou Bisou Salon
Heather Bjorlin
Joseph Black (’03)
Gary and Lee Blount
BMO Harris Bank
Body Rhythms Massage
Vickie andWally Bomgren
Bonngard’s Family Meats
Robert and Joyce Borrud
Thomas and Pam Bravo
Bremer Bank
Jacob Brown (’11)
Robert and Lisa Brim
Kelly and Linda Brown
Bruegger’s Bagels
Caleb Brumley (’07)
Bubba Gump Shrimp
Elijah and Brianna Buecksler
Lorrie Buecksler
Build-A-Bear
Donald and Joy Burgoyne
Brian andWendy Busch
Cadillac Ranch MOA
Cafe Latte
Carbone’s Pizzeria
David and Staci Caspers
Cemstone Products Company
Champps
Chanhassen DinnerTheatre
Charles and Ellora Alliss Educational
Foundation
Cherry Berry
Chili’s Grill & Bar
Katherine Christensen (’01)
David and Kathryn Christenson
City of Bloomington
City ofWoodbury Fire Dept.
City ofWoodbury Lookout Ridge
Club Just Jump!
Cold Stone Creamery
Colle+McVoy
Don and Erica Cooper
Country Inn and Suites
Eric and Kristen Creighton
Lindsay Cremers (’11)
Andrew Crist (’07)
Paul and Sally Cronin
Culver’s of St. Paul
Culver’s of Cottage Grove
D.J. Kranz Co. Inc.
Dairy Queen of Inver Grove Heights
Dairy Queen ofWoodbury
William and Jeanne Derrick
Tony Dinh and Jinna Lundquist-Dinh
DiscountTire
Mike Dixon
Roger andWendy Dodds
Dan and Julie Dolan
Domino’s Pizza
BarbWilliamson
Dorothy Ann Bakery & Cafe
DSpot
Lynn Donnan
Evie Dukich
Joseph and Raleigh Dulaney
EagleValley Golf Course
Eastbay
Ecolab
Egan Mechanical
Janice Ehrhart
El Conquistador Resort
Elements Massage
Embassy Suites - St. Paul
EmbroidMe
Emergency Physicians Professional
Association
Energy Pilates FitnessYoga
Shirley Erdman
Rod and Louise Erickson
Jack and Denise Ericsson
Erik’s Bike Shop
Amy Evans
Excel Lifeforce Martial ArtsTraining
Center
Fannie May
Chad Faul
David and Kristi Filipiak
Cherie Finley
Five Guys
Brian and Rachel Fizel
Flowers on the Park
Robert (’05) and Jamie Folsom
Douglas and Kathleen Frisk
Eric Fugleberg
Jean Gibbons
Glitz
Brian and Lisa Goodbar
Goodsearch
Sharon Goulet
Dale Graham
Grand Slam
Green Mangos Catering
Jen Greener
Derek Guertin
Tim and Nancy Gunderson
GuthrieTheater
Carla and Steve Hamill
Jerome and Crystal Hamilton
Jeff and Sarah Hansen
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Punta Cana
Harding University
Don andValerie Hau
Brian and Jody Heiser
HennepinTheatreTrust
Henseler Orthodontics
Matt and Miriam Hill
HiltonWaikoloaVillage
Rebekah Holmquist (’09)
Justin Holz
Home Depot
Horner Family Eye Care, Inc.
House of Comedy
Craig and Cathy Housworth
Donald and Kathleen Hullett
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa
Imation Corporation
Ispiri Design-Build
David (’87) and Pattie Ivance
Richard and Joy Ivance
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Roland and Linda Johnson
Johnson Auctioneering
K & S Conservatory of Music
Kalahari Resort
Dave and Melissa Kalinoff
Nancy Kaltenbach
Dorothea Kandler
Joe Kane
Mathew and Rachel Karasek
Connie Kass
Ron and Beth Kaus
Robert and Kari Kellner
William and Nancy Kesting
Kidcreate Studio
KitchenWindow
Knoke’s Chocolates
Mark and Jeannie Korf
Gina Kortuem
Kosama
Kowalski’s
Chad and Lisa (’06) Kreye
Robert and Jodi Kritta
KTIS
LakesTavern and Grill
Matt and Deb Lamb
John and Kathy Lardani
Michael Larson
Tom and Nancy Larson
Kent and Susan Larson
LeClair Group
David and Dagni Lee
LegacyWealth
Craig and Sharon Lewis
Ryan Lewis (’99)
Lifetouch
Michael and Amy Lindahl
Doug and Carla Linton
Tom andTina Lockner
John and Gretchen Lovins
Lowe’s
Ronald and Kathryn Lutes
Lutsen Resort
M&N Structures
Mac McGoon Portrait Design Studio
Maggie Moo’s Ice Cream and Eatery
Mark and Nance Mann
Adam Martell (’05)
Doug and Deb Martell
Martin Full Service Dentistry
Mayer Electric Corporation
Charles McCready
Patrick and Holly McGowan
Marcie Meierhofer
Harry Meyer
Mia Nails and Pedicures
Robert and Debra Michaud
Minnesota Orthodontics
MinnesotaTimberwolves
MinnesotaTwins
MinnesotaWild
Mister Hotshine
Keith and Nancy Moore
Tom andThao Moore
Mark and Helen Morrison
Sharon Murphy
Tim Murphy
Navy Island Plywood
Hannah Nelson
Nadia Nelson
Andy Nelson
Eunice Nelson
Scott and Jeri Nelson
Shelley Nelson
Brenda andTim Nicol
Dan Niemeyer
Kristin Nordvold
Michele Novotne
Oceanaire
Seung-Gik Oh
Bill and Karen O’Hearn
Jimmy Olchefski
Edward and Jane Olson
Ken Omath
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
Orthodontic Care Specialists
Sheryl Ostlund
Mike andTami Ostrom
Dan Palkki
Papa Murphy’s
Representative Erik Paulsen
Eric and Anne Pederson
Pepper Palace
Perpetual Motion
Perspective Consulting
Pet Evolution
Mark and Sally Peterson
Pier Five Hundred
John andValerie Pilgrim
Pinz
Eric (’96) and Amy (’96) Poppinga
James Potts
Preferred Design Activewear
Prestwick Golf Club
Professor Bellows OldTime Photo
John Purdie
Larry Putnam
Radiance Med Spa
Radiant Change Painting
Raffine Bridal and FormalWear
Matthew Rahimi (’08)
Jeffrey and Dawn Rankin
Laurel Reed (’07)
John and Amy Reents
Tony and Becky Ressie
Rio Gran Dog Boarding
William and Roseann Rogers
Ronnally’s Pizza
Alex and Julie Ross
Mary Rothe
Adam and Heather Royer
Russ Stoeckel Photography
Mike and Jan Rygh
Luke Sabbann (’04)
Timothy and Patricia Sabin
Sam’s Club
Marty and Heidi Sarne
Thomas and Beatrice Saunders
Sawbill Canoe Outfitters
Natalie Schad (’11)
Barry and Janel Schalkle
Danielle Schmidt (’09)
Rebekah Schmidt (’11)
Nikki Schmidt
Tom and Julie Schmidt
Lowell Shoenherr (’07)
Raela Schoenherr (’05)
Brian Schrader
Tony Schuerman
Scott and Barby Schulte
Science Museum of Minnesota
Sea Glass Fine Art
Sea Life Aquarium
Securian Foundation
Dave and Karen Seehusen
Michael and DeVonne Sheak
Marielle Sinicropi
Sister Song Portrait Studio
Sjoberg &Tebelius, P.A.
Derrick (’90) and Anne (’91) Skoglund
Sky Zone IndoorTrampoline Park
SkydiveTwin Cities
Slumberland
Raymond and Kathy Smith
Richard and Lynn Soler
Jon and Karen Solstad
Space Saver Photos
Spalon Montage
Sport Clips
St. CroixTraining Center
Stacy Lahti Photography
James and Jana Starwalt
Joseph Stauber
Keith and Mia Stein
Greg and Mary Stephens
Stillwater Motors
Stan and Karen Stone
K. R. and Anne Struble
Sugar Love Bakery
Sun Ray Lanes
SushiTango
Swanson Meat Company, Inc.
KathleenTallents
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Thank You for Giving (Continued)

Target Corporation
TheTavern Grill
The Saint Paul Hotel
The Salt Room
Terry and KarenThigpen
This Old Horse
GloriaThompson
Jay and SheilaThompson
Thomson Reuters
Thrivent Financial
Tom and KathyThueson
KellyTima
Tires Plus
Tony Roma’s
Joe and MaryTowner
Truist
TruNorth
PamTschida
Tucci Benuuch
Skip Klohn
University of Northwestern St. Paul
Uplift Guided Fitness
US Bank
ThomasVerBout and Laura PrideVerBout
DavidVerette
Patrick and CindyVoelker
LisaVuong Deo Campo
DonnaWalker
NancyWashburn
Water Park of America
LindaWatkins
Waxing the City
Dale and KendraWeichbrodt
Matthew and Becky (’98)Welander
Arthur and JoyceWelander
Doug and CindyWestlund
Mike and MeredithWiens
PattiWiens
Wild Mountain
Ryan and JenniferWillaert
Derek (’97) and Rebekah (’97)Wilson
Jim and CarolWilson
Woodbury DogSpaw
David and MissyWoolf
NatalieWright (’08)
Tien and JeannyWu
EliseWynia
Yang’s Chinese Restaurant
Yocum Oil Company
ErichYoung
Kathleen Zdanowicz
Zerorez
Fund-a-NeedGiving
attheAuction
Specialthankstothefamiliesand
organizationsthatgavetoTuition
AssistanceandiPadsforDifferentiated
InstructionduringtheFund-a-Need
AppealattheAuction,raisingmore
than$63,000.
Lynn Atkinson and Kendra Pardue-Atkinson
David and Joanne Atwell
Dave and Cindy Baar
Tom and Kay Becken
Mike and Lisa Bernhagen
Heather Bjorlin
Wally andVickie Bomgren
Bremer Bank
Ginny and Don Brocker
Elijah and Brianna Buecksler
Lorrie Buecksler
Staci and David Caspers
Dan and Julie Dolan
David and Kristi Filipiak
Robert (’05) and Jamie Folsom
Dale Graham
Steve and Carla Hamill
Jerome and Crystal Hamilton
Richard and Joy Ivance
Warren and Pam Jones
K & S Conservatory
Connie Kass
Ron and Beth Kaus
John and Kathy Lardani
David and Dagni Lee
Joe and Carole Lehn
Doug and Deb Martell
Robert and Marcie Meierhofer
John and Barb Olfelt
Bruce and Sally Quam
Tony and Rebecca Ressie
Scott and Barby Schulte
Dave and Karen Seehusen
Derrick (’90) and Anne (’91) Skoglund
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K.R. and Cherri Struble
GloriaThompson
Steve and DebraTourek
Joe and MaryTowner
MatthewandBecky(’98)Welander
Mike and MeredithWiens
MatchingGiftCompanies
Thankyoutothefollowing
corporationsandfoundations
fortheirgenerouscontributions.
Wearegratefultoeachofthem
fortheirsupport.Companies
withmatchinggiftprograms
fortheiremployeesand
retireeshavedonatedmore
than$19,000toourschool
thispastyear.Pleaseseek
outandtakeadvantageof
matchinggiftprograms.
Youremployermaybe
abletoaddtoyourgift.
3M
Benevity, Inc.
Ecolab
Imation Corporation
Land‘o Lakes
Securian Financial
The Saint Paul Foundation
Thomson Reuters
Thrivent Financial
Travelers Foundation
NLAGoverningCouncil
Trustees2014–2015
Chairman
SteveTourek
ParentofAlumniandCurrentParent
Vice-Chairman
DanWiersum
ParentofAlumniandChurchElder
Chair
Secretary
John Cremers
Finance Committee Chair
Carol Peterfeso
CurrentParent
Trustee Committee Chair
Dave Meier
ParentofAlumniandChurchElder
Development Committee Chair
Paul Maynard
Head Support & Evaluation Chair
Gary Maas
Head of School
Cade Lambert, Ex Officio
Governing Council Members
John Cremers
Mike Brocker
Danette Bucsko
Susan Frazier
Wendy Hawkins
Cade Lambert
Jim Kirkwood
Gary Maas
Paul Maynard
Dave Meier
Carol Peterfeso
Barry Schalkle
SteveTourek
PatrickVoelker
DanWiersum
GoverningCouncil
Committees
Trustee Committee
Dave Meier, Chair
Wendy Dodds
Susan Frazier
Wendy Hawkins
PatrickVoelker
Cade Lambert
Finance Committee
Carol Peterfeso, Chair
Danette Bucsko
John Cremers
Colene Erickson
Cade Lambert
Carole Lehn
Development Committee
Paul Maynard, Chair
Jenny Hager
Cade Lambert
Joe Lehn
Jim Kirkwood
Ann Paulson
Barry Schalkle
Craig Schmalz
Michelle Schumacher
DanWiersum
Head Support and Evaluation
Committee
Gary Maas, Chair
Cade Lambert
Nancy Moore
SteveTourek
NewLifeEducational
FoundationBoard
Members
Paul Maynard, President
Craig Schmalz,Vice President
Ann Paulson, Secretary
Colene Erickson,Treasurer
Jenny Hager
Cade Lambert
Joe Lehn
Jim Kirkwood
Barry Schalkle
Michelle Schumacher
DanWiersum
ParentSchool
Partnership(PSP)
Michelle Schumacher,
President
Robin Maynard,
VicePresidentand
SecondaryCoordinator(2014-15)
Ranie Gross,
VicePresident(2013-14)
Laurie Lassen,
SecondaryCoordinator
Sheryl Breiholz,
SecondaryCoordinator(2013-14)
Hope Rudeen,
ElementaryCoordinator
Jennifer Knuth,
ElementaryCoordinator
ShelleyNelson,
ElementaryCoordinator(2013-14)
Brenda Nicol,
Secretary
LisaThor,
TreasurerandHospitalityCoordinator
Auction
Auction Steering Committee
Joe and Carole Lehn
AuctionVolunteers
Lauren Barmore
Roxane Becken
Lauren Bernhagen
Heather Bjorlin
Kristen Bryant
Julie Dolan
Leah Eviston
Dianne Falteisek
Mitchell Frazier
Donna Gilles
Ranie Gross
Jenny Hager
Trisha Hamm
Melissa Kalinoff
Jim Kirkwood
Jennifer Knuth
Larry and Sharon Kolb
Jodi Kritta
Cade and Jen Lambert
Laurie Lassen
Dede Lawson
Matt and Mische Leighton
Debbie Lickteig
Kathleen Maas
Bobbi Maple
Carmen Meier
Julie Miller
Nicolle Mortenson
Shelley Nelson
Sandy Olivarez
Tami Ostrom
Julia Pastrik
Ann Paulson
Joyce Poole
Laura PrideVerBout
Hope Rudeen
Jan Rygh
Kris Schmalz
Brian Schrader
Linda Sheridan
Jon Skjefte
Jenni St. Cyr
Jeanie Steele
Jennifer Stewart
LisaThor
DougWestlund
KarenWicklund
DaveWoolf
Golf Classic
Golf Classic Committee
Ann Paulson, Chair
Mike Brocker
Don Cooper
Matt Engstrom
Paul Maynard
Golf ClassicVolunteers
Lynn Atkinson
Patty Colwell
Rebecca Edwards
Jennifer Knuth
Melissa Kalinoff
Cade Lambert
Laura PrideVerBout
Jennifer Stewart
DougWestlund
Golf Classic Student Council
Volunteers
Kyle Linton, Student Speaker
Sarah Rahimi
Jake Miller
Erik Holmquist
Anu Otgonbat
Megan Mazzon
Room Parents
(byClassroom)
Preschool: Mrs. Greener
Andrea Ecker
Brandy Kane
Stacey Spain
Tami Ostrom
Laura George
Preschool: Miss Holmquist
Beth Stratton
Billy Pierce
Pre-K: Mrs. Groeneweg
Joy Burgoyne
Vera Ducept
Pre-K: Mrs.Thigpen
Selene Silva
Trisha Hamm
Kindergarten: Mrs. Bouillon
Nicole Allen
Sally Cronin
Dalenna Berrey
Kindergarten: Mrs. Ressie
Emily Cline
Laura George
1st Grade: MissWashburn
Jennifer Knuth
Melissa Borner
1st Grade: Mrs. Erickson
Kara Nelsen
Leah Eviston
Barb Hegewald
2nd Grade: Mrs. Reed
KirstenWynia
Kelly Seaton
Thank You for VolunteeringGiving… (Continued)

2nd Grade: MissWutke
Tracey Jensen
Donnell Slettedahl
3rd Grade: Mrs. Kroohn
Michelle Schumacher
Kourosh Motalebi
Chris Frederick
3rd Grade: Mrs. Nordvold
Kristen Bryant
Renee Shilts
Lisa Brim
4th Grade: Mrs. Sarne
Brenda Bertram
4th Grade:Mrs. Bravo
Barb Hegewald
JennyVeith
5th Grade: Mrs. Baar
Corinne Doherty
Julie Dolan
5th Grade: Mr. Palkki
Laurie Lassen
Robin Maynard
6th Grade: Mr. Moberg
Naomi Dalldorf
SheilaThompson
6th Grade: Mrs. Hansen
Amber Nilsen
KarenWicklund
AcademyVolunteers
Aspecialthankstothe
dedicatedvolunteerswho
gaveoftheirtimeand
talenttotheAcademy.
Richard Ahlquist
Sade Aiyese-Ogundare
Nicole Allen
Diana Alsides
Dominic Alsides
Sharon Baranick
John Baranick
Diane Barrett
Roxane Becken
Tim Becken
Daria Berger
Allegra Berger
Lori Bernard
Brenda Bertram
Chris Binsfeld
Jeff Binsfeld
Heather Bjorlin
Mark Boatman
Kelli Boeve
Vicky Bomgren
Jane Borner
Gary Borner
Melissa Borner
Erin Boyle
Sheryl Breiholz
Todd Breiholz
Lisa Brim
Mimi Broderick
Linda Brown
Sara Brown
Kristen Bryant
Joy Burgoyne
Ruth Campbell
Amy Carlson
Tammy Carsten
Michael Carsten
Doreen Carter
Jim Carter
Doreen Carter
Stacie Caspers
David Caspers
Brenda Chermak
Corjena Cheung
Dan Cheung
Mike Chu
Audrey Chu
Amy Clausen
Julia Clemens
Ron Collier
Nell Collier
Davey Collins
Patty Colwell
Erica Cooper
Jenni Corbin
Nathan Corbin
Kristen Creighton
Sandra Cremeans
Jodi Cremers
John Cremers
Debbie Brocker
Paul Deiss
Susan Deiss
Roger Dodds
Patrick Doherty
Julie Dolan
Laurie Dorenkamp
Vera Ducept
Erin Ecker
Coleen Eigenfeld
Annmarie Ellingson
Cheryl Engstrom
Matt Engstrom
Denise Ericsson
Dianne Falteisek
Cherie Finley
Bart Fischer
Tammy Fischer
Rachel Fizel
Brian Fizel
Bob Folsom
Susan Frazier
Todd Frazier
Chris Frederick
Laura George
Dale Gerard
Raquel Gibbs
Kathy Giere
Todd Giere
Craig Giles
Terry Giles
Donna Gilles
Patty Gorter
Steven Goutierez
Chris Gregg
Scott Groeneweg
Krystal Grohn
Ranie Gross
Nancy Gunderson
Dean Hager
Jenny Hager
Carol Haglund
Carolyn Hamil
Trisha Hamm
Katherine Hanna
Allison Harder
Tami Hasapopoulos
Valarie Hau
Don Hau
Eric Hawkins
Wendy Hawkins
Missy Hawn
Barb Hawn
Barb Hegewald
Angie Heidmann
Steve Heidmann
Elizabeth Hendricks
Gina Hiland
Mark Hohol
Jeannine Holmquist
Rebekah Holmquist
Rachel Homuth
Simon Huang
Kim Hughes
Goldia Hullett
Julie Hunt
Bill Hunt
Crystal Inkumsah
Linda Jacobi
Kate Jensen
Tracey Jensen
Michael Johnson
Jennifer Kaemingk
Brian Kasprzyk
Beth Kaus
Stuart Kavanagh
Nancy Kesting
Gail Killeen
Julie Klinghagen
Jennifer Knuth
Jodi Kritta
Amber Kuphal
Jen Lambert
Greta Larson
Susan Larson
Laurie Lassen
Greg Lawson
Dede Lawson
Dagne Lee
Joe Lehn
Carole Lehn
Matt Leighton
Jeff Lewis
Amy Lindahl
Kelly Linster
Doug Linton
Carla Linton
Tina Lockner
Colette Lurken
Cara Lutes
Kathleen Maas
Lynnette Mahlke
John Mahlke
Toni Malone
Bobbi Maple
Chris Martinson
Amy Maslonka
Paul Maynard
Robin Maynard
Jim Mazzon
Terri McGoldrick
Carmen Meier
Marcie Meierhofer
Chris Meyer
Julie Miller
Reid Miller
Cheryl Miller
Stephanie Moberg
Diane Montgomery
Thao Moore
Angela Moorman
Helen Morrison
Dave Mortensen
Nicole Mortensen
Kourosh Motalebi
Brian Mueller
Kathryn Nash
Michael Nehotte
Kara Nelsen
Jeri Nelsen
Jessa Nelson
Kirk Nelson
Shelley Nelson
Deona Nester
Brenda Nicol
Angela Nippert
Sue Njo
Jessica Norring
Nicholas Novak
Kurt Nuehring
Kathy Nuehring
Melanie Oldenkamp
Barb Olfelt
John Olfelt
Julie Olson
Brad Olson
Tami Ostrom
Brian Palkovich
Julia Pastrick
Mercy Paul
Ann Paulson
Kevin Paulson
Carol Peterfeso
Billy Pierce
Patty Pitera
Tim Pitera
Dawn Pohl
Peggy Poppe
Glen Poppinga
Johanna Pratt
Julee Prefer
Laura PrideVerBout
Christine Proulx
Roger Pugh
Malar Ramesh
Jack Reed
Megan Rens
Tony Ressie
Julie Rhoades
Ted Rice
Nancy Rifleman
Lisa Rodriguez
Kitty Roettger
Dawn Roettger
Michelle Rogers
Julie Ross
Hope Rudeen
Paul Rudeen
Jane Rupp
Jan Rygh
Mike Rygh
Janet Samii
Beatrice Saunders
Gina Schad
Natalie Schad
Brian Schraeder
Barby Schulte
Michelle Schumacher
Kelly Seaton
Amber Sheak
Linda Sheridan
Troy Sheridan
Renee Shilts
Selene Silva
Donnell Slettedahl
Tina Smith
Kristen Sorensen
Stacey Spain
Angelene Spates
Jennifer St. Cyr
Linda Stacey
Corrie Stanway
Jeanie Steele
Steve Stenerson
Jennifer Stewart
Tahne Stillwell
Russ Stoeckel
Monica Stoeckel
Kellie Stocker
Todd Stocker
Kathy Stone
Jeff Stone
Denise Strenger
Jodi Sward
Tiyo Symalla
StevenThomas
JimThomas
KathyThomas
SheilaThompson
LisaThor
SteveThor
AimeeThornton
JeremyThornton
KellyTima
SteveTourek
JohnTschida
PamTschida
MoniqueTwomey
RachelVanWyk
JennyVeith
PeteVerdeja
KimVogel
ChadWall
RebeccaWall
DavidWashburn
GloriaWashburn
LindaWatkins
DaleWeichbrodt
KendraWeichbrodt
DougWestlund
SusanWestlund
JoniWetmore
GretchenWhite
KarenWicklund
JulieWiener
MarkWiener
KatieWiertzema
JenniferWillaert
CathyWright
TienWu
JeffWynia
KirstenWynia
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andvolunteersisaccurate.Ifyoumade
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