׉?ׁB!בCט88(u׉׉ 7cassandra://JYp5Op6pVemjU0yXC6CIYlWXkUgmbXcvVwPRYAYuUJsy`z׉ 7cassandra://tgR73HWx4gdz77fH9HHnnGNUf9oWVwB422BElSKsdPgur`׉ 7cassandra://rZrFPf87jOP-RxgKOfb9NdQ7Yukz4XkRFtodQeiugeo&[`fNe:<׈EfNe:׉ESUMMER 2024 Shiloh Today The Official Magazine of Shiloh Christian School SCIENCE& PAGE 6 Faculty Spotlight PAGE 18 Feature Story a look back at the 2023-2024 school year ׉ 7cassandra://rZrFPf87jOP-RxgKOfb9NdQ7Yukz4XkRFtodQeiugeo&[`fNe:fNe:p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://pttIakC-7Zek3_iFWWeC8JQ8I5Lqkq_c2g4D-o8ndWU`J׉ 7cassandra://yHsDDjcdntjchbjRxLcmIUaRqc4FPFJH-7GnuokqKUoO`׉ 7cassandra://K3FvO6sJFO4JskZ4mhHukdT8ImattJ3InBaNB8UyiuEG`fNe:?נfNe:B=9ׁH"http://www.shilohsaints.org/legacyׁ ׁ Ј׉EYYour Legacy, their Future. Become part of the Shiloh Legacy: www.shilohsaints.org/legacy ׉ 7cassandra://K3FvO6sJFO4JskZ4mhHukdT8ImattJ3InBaNB8UyiuEG`fNe:׉EwSUMMER 2024 Truth “May the watching world soon discover that Shiloh Christian School is not significant because it is one of the largest faithbased schools in Arkansas or for its academic programs, the Arts, or Athletics; it is only significant because of our commitment to the eternal truth of God's Word.” Dear Shiloh Family, In this edition of “Shiloh Today,” we joyfully celebrate the strength of our science department along with numerous milestones, new developments, and accomplishments within our remarkable student body. These are historic times at Shiloh Christian School, and we are humbled by the favor of God! We deeply appreciate the hard work and dedication of our students, staff, and parents. It is through their collective efforts that we continue to thrive and grow. At Shiloh Christian School, we believe it takes a village to raise a child, and we are proud to be that village! As we continue to expand, we reiterate our unwavering commitment to our mission of “developing godly leaders who engage their culture and change it.” We boldly and unapologetically proclaim the Gospel, staying true to our biblical mission. The ever-changing cultural trends and political climate around us may present daily challenges, but these challenges are not new for Christians. We are called to rise above them, to stand firm against the age that presses against us. Our focus remains on the permanent and eternal things, the truths that can never be shaken by the slings and arrows of our most ancient adversary. May the watching world soon discover that Shiloh Christian School is not significant because it is one of the largest faith-based schools in Arkansas or for its academic programs, the Arts, or Athletics; it is only significant because of our commitment to the eternal truth of God's Word. Young people are the future of this world. Our teachers, coaches, and administrators work tirelessly to lay an immovable foundation for our students. We ask that you partner with us by praying, investing, and championing Christian education in Arkansas! Cordially, Keith McDaniel Superintendent, Shiloh Christian School SUPERINTENDENT'S LETTER 1 fNe:fNe:p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://X1wpPfWwItixkkfizjbXFG4M3gYVN_MVvfY6ts0JECk`J׉ 7cassandra://QZqrdzWWUx8TTxRkSB-sMm7eQKpr_wioFnZRnr84Osk#`׉ 7cassandra://zXt6vWCZb5wjpk5KX_YgQIlQ4EmFLbP-_TvexA3FcdICu`fNe:CנfNe:Eԁ9ׁH#http://shilohsaints.org/shilohtodayׁ ׁ Ј׉ESHILOH TODAY 18 Feature Story 22 06 God's Handiwork Shiloh Christian School seeks to educate students through a biblical worldview. We have continually aimed for excellence in all areas of biblical teaching including the sciences. Shiloh teachers are passionate about showing students God’s hand in the beauty of creation, the intricacy of the human body, the vastness of space, and the ability of the mind to think critically and creatively. Our students receive hands-on training in labs and field experiences as they study hydraulics, human cadavers, motion and so much more. Shiloh graduates have gone on to be successful in careers within medical, engineering, and technology fields. Science and Christian education have gone hand in hand for over 48 years. Shiloh is a special place. Within our walls, we can grow in faith and knowledge in the same classroom. We can explore both the temporal and eternal together as God’s design. We can see and discuss the great love of our Heavenly Father as we discover the works of His Hands. Psalm 8:3-4 says, “When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them.” As we explore the world around us, we are humbled and grateful that such a powerful and almighty Creator would choose to love and care for us. As we enter the 2024/2025 school year, we have a fresh calling to pursue excellence in all we do, in the classroom, in worship, on the court or field, on the stage, and in our service. May our faith grow as we learn more about who He is and seek to glorify Him in all we do. Sincerely, Alicia Brown, Class of 2000 Director of Admissions 2 CONTENTS 16 21 30 Contents 04 Campus News 06 Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Samantha McClain 08 Fine Arts 10 Science Department 16 GME Trips 18 Feature Story: Dr. Bradley Reed, M.D. ONLINE EDITION shilohsaints.org/shilohtoday FACEBOOK @ShilohChristianSchool ׉ 7cassandra://zXt6vWCZb5wjpk5KX_YgQIlQ4EmFLbP-_TvexA3FcdICu`fNe:׉EuSUMMER 2024 32 26 Leadership Team SUPERINTENDENT KEITH MCDANIEL SECONDARY PRINCIPAL BRETT UNGER ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL KATERINA FOLEY 28 ADMISSIONS & PUBLIC RELATIONS ALICIA BROWN PH ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL MICHELLE YOUNG 04 ATHLETIC DIRECTOR TUCKER BARNARD Shiloh Today MANAGING EDITOR Jenny Schisler COPY EDITORS Melanie Michaelis, Lindsay Ramsey, Eliana McCracken COVER & LAYOUT DESIGN Grace Smith CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS John Phillips, Riley Carson, Alyssa Henley, David Merrifield, A.J. Bonanno, Shiloh Yearbook Staff 21 Indoor Athletic Facility 22 Sports Summaries 26 Staff Spotlight: Andrew Jordan 28 Class of 2024 30 Breaking Ground: The State of the School 32 Retirements & Alumni Updates INSTAGRAM @ShilohSaints CONTENTS 3 Springdale Campus 1707 Johnson Rd. Springdale, AR 72762 Pinnacle Hills Campus 5413 W. Pinnacle Point Dr. Rogers, AR 72758 © 2024 SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL fNe:fNe:p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://14Buy2MIQSDKvMr_wiMPgA0B8bmJOL_mnw5JSgqAFLU`J׉ 7cassandra://ducA626H15iczOIwRogv6_sa4w4eg5kV8dIFAQtea7o)`׉ 7cassandra://nZlUzIvY8YjiECZ5OuAds5ccFj04W593LsEB97WIRIQH`fNe:F׉E}SHILOH TODAY campus news 01 Quiz Bowl Congratulations to the Shiloh Junior High Quiz Bowl team! Captained by Hudsen Harp, they placed 4th in the 5A Junior High State Quiz Bowl Tournament in Magnolia, AR. Ian Jaspers was named High Scorer, with an average of more than five correct answers per game. Other team members include Sam Scott, Hope Reid, Abigail Stone, Katherine McKinney, and Lilly Thompson. 02 Best of the Best Shiloh Christian School was voted NWA's Best Private School for the 10th year in a row! It is an honor to receive this recognition from the community. Shiloh is the 2023 Best of Northwest Arkansas Gold Medal Winner for Private School, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School, and we were also the Silver Medal Winner for Preschool. Our students, parents, teachers, and staff make Shiloh Christian School a fantastic place to raise and educate the next generation of godly leaders. 03 Athletic Signing Days This year, nine Shiloh Christian seniors signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers, including Jonas Nantze (University of Arkansas - Football), Brock Billingsley (Massachusetts Institute of Technology – Baseball), Preston Katzer (North Arkansas Community College – Baseball), Bo Williams (Harding University – Football), Jacob Ruby (Oral Roberts University – Track & Field), Mason Harris (University of Central Arkansas – Football), Savvy Williams (University of Arkansas – Cheer), Olivia Grace Silvey (Oklahoma Baptist University – Cheer) and Carmen Young (John Brown University – Cheer). 04 Solar Eclipse The solar eclipse of April 8 was dubbed the Great North American Eclipse. A total solar eclipse was visible across a band covering parts of North America, including portions of Arkansas. Shiloh students enjoyed viewing parties around campus with eclipse glasses provided by the secondary science department. 01 02 03 04 04 4 CAMPUS NEWS ׉ 7cassandra://nZlUzIvY8YjiECZ5OuAds5ccFj04W593LsEB97WIRIQH`fNe:׉ESUMMER 2024 COMMUNITY OUTREACH SALT Over 320 6th-9th grade students were involved in Shiloh’s Service and Leadership Team (S.A.L.T) this year and completed five service/fundraising projects. In the fall, S.A.L.T. members served at Wet Cement Preschool (a ministry of Potter's House), host a Fall Festival, collected coats for Oklahoma’s Delaware County schools, and spent a day at our Arkansas State Parks cleaning up the trails and recreation areas. In December, they made hundreds of stockings filled with art supplies for the kids at Tyson Elementary as a part of “Do Good December.” In the spring, 6th and 7th partnered with the Pack Shack and Crystal Bridges Museum to pack thousands of free art kits to be distributed to kids across Northwest Arkansas this summer. CLA Impact Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy is a national program built to develop student leaders. It has an eight-month curriculum created by Chick-fil-A and Addo to teach leadership skills and encourage students to make a difference. This year, 100 of Shiloh’s 10th and 11th grade students participated in the program, demonstrating their commitment to personal growth and community service. They attended Leadership Labs, completed a “Do Good December” project, and executed a capstone Impact Project. The Impact Project is completely student-led and allows students to put the lessons they learned into action. This year, for “Do Good December.” CLA students packed hundreds of stockings filled with Christmas treats for candidates of the Naval Special Warfare pipeline in Coronado, California. For the 2024 Impact Project, CLA members raised over $10,000 to complete Greenhouse for Grace, which provided a garden, greenhouse, chicken coop, and chicken run for Saving Grace Ministries. Saving Grace NWA provides housing and services to girls who have aged out of the foster system and are facing homelessness. COMMUNITY OUTREACH 5 fNe:fNe:p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://Lxu4v72GeuN0kYCgtuxnZQu2PCrTArrb6X_GMuD1vtY ;`J׉ 7cassandra://M5gJMyzRU1ru0A7lmZboYmkXimg_sKf4ydlrZbL_3sY`׉ 7cassandra://OSQ_WUjTRj7NsGMRjstwZtPw9v3NCRx4IqkzTUKp4oYV`fNe:I׉EDr. McClain began her career teaching science in the public school system and felt stifled by her inability to share about God and the biblical account of Creation. For the past seven years, she has inspired a deep love of science and God’s Word in her students at Shiloh. She is pictured with Mushu, her beloved bearded dragon and class pet, who is cared for by the students and participates in daily activities. DR. SAMANTHA MCCLAIN FACULTY SPOTLIGHT ׉ 7cassandra://OSQ_WUjTRj7NsGMRjstwZtPw9v3NCRx4IqkzTUKp4oYV`fNe:׉EWhat inspired your love of science? We are the works of an almighty Creator. All of nature is His, and all creation shows His hands. Science provides an amazing way to back up the truths of the Bible. While secularists believe science and religion are opposites, I believe they are complementary. Humans have taken most scientific inventions and advances from creation itself. I love science because it allows me the opportunity to show students who God is. It allows me to teach my students that they can use science as a jumping-off point for discussing the gospel with nonbelievers. What are your three favorite books? • Essential Christianity by J.D. Greear • What If? Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions by Randall Munroe • Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus What are three things your students have taught you? • Don’t take things too seriously. We work really hard in fifth grade, but we also laugh a lot. My students keep me laughing and giggling throughout the day. We try to laugh about every obstacle we meet. • Be flexible. Fifth grade is unique because we follow a different schedule throughout the day than the rest of elementary school. This creates challenges and obstacles. My students have taught me to be flexible. • Try new things. My students are always trying a new sport, activity, or hobby. I like to see what they are doing, and it inspires me to keep learning new things. If I hear about something new, I will often investigate. Sometimes, I even end up enjoying that hobby too! Name three things that bring you joy: • Dogs - I am a massive friend of animals, especially dogs. I have always had dogs as a part of my life and can’t imagine life without them. They are great companions, and they are hardwired to be with humans. • Adventures with my family - I love doing new things. When my husband and I were first married, he would wake me up randomly on a weekend and say, “Let’s go on an adventure!” This usually included trying a new place, driving to a nearby town, or doing a new activity. We have continued this tradition with our daughter. • Learning something new - I love to learn new things. I get joy from consuming new information. This could be a hobby, skill, or just reading a research article. What are three things you want your students to know when they leave your class? • Be you! I always tell the kids they need to be proud of who God made them to be. I tell them, “The only opinion that matters is God’s, and the world would be so boring if we were all the same.” • The Gospel - I cannot share the Gospel with my students enough. While some come to me as believers, many do not. My hope is that by hearing the story of the Bible through multiple means, they might have a seed planted in their hearts. • Failure and mistakes are a good thing! So many kids believe they must be perfect in all areas to succeed. I tell them frequently that only Jesus was perfect. We must make mistakes and fail at things in life to keep learning and growing. What motivated you to pursue a Doctorate as an elementary teacher? I have always loved learning. Before I got my doctorate, I pursued two different master’s degrees. One is in secondary language acquisition, and the second is in education. As educators, our job is to expand our knowledge continually. You can’t teach children to love learning if you do not have the same passion. Getting my doctorate was the next step in my ability to expand my knowledge in the field of education. I also love curriculum development, like putting together a huge puzzle where each piece fits at certain times in the classroom. My doctorate allowed me to specialize in curriculum to gain experience doing something I enjoyed. FACULTY SPOTLIGHT 7 fNe:fNe:p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://E--wGJqBc_8WoLtB9heig7T7XjDAG55Sjk0z2h_O-zMػ`J׉ 7cassandra://LYkebkvm7XWXybmasj9_JfDmuRIHrhS6GRed660-T6c`׉ 7cassandra://XUy0HEqXssVepiH25XEy9VyH4icjmn7kDFzORasQCWkG`fNe:L׉ESHILOH TODAY FINE ARTS Band The band program at Shiloh has had a remarkable school year, marked by a series of unique performances and notable achievements. This year, the marching band unveiled their halftime show, “Sway,” a vibrant tribute to the rich heritage of Latin American music and dance. They also introduced the newest addition to our performing ensembles, the Shiloh Jazz Band. The 6th grade beginning band, 7th grade band, high school band, and jazz band all showcased their talents at the annual Christmas Concert and Spring Concert. The high school band's hard work paid off with several awards this year, including First Place in class 3A at the Pottsville Marching Invitational, a 1st Division Superior rating at Marching Assessment, and an Excellent Rating at Concert Assessment. The band was well-represented at All-Region and All-State, with Region band members Katherine McKinney, Max Fraser, and All-State trumpet player Ian Fraser. The 6th and 7th grade bands are also on a steady growth trajectory, attracting more members each year. Everyone is invited to experience band performances at a football game, concert, or competition this year. 5th Grade Musical: “Seussical the Musical” In January, the 5th Grade class performed "Seussical the Musical," directed by Kim Darr. This incredible class began vocal rehearsals in December and hit the stage in January, perfecting their performance in only four weeks. Mrs. Ashley Yancey chose unique and colorfully visual costumes and brought the stage to life with an array of colors. Shiloh’s 5th graders performed four shows in front of a live audience as they followed the imaginative journey of JoJo and her fearless leader, the Cat in the Hat. They traveled through Whoville and the Jungle of Nool, encountering famous Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, the Sour Kangaroo, Mr. and Mrs. Mayor, Thing One and Two, The Grinch, and many more. The talented cast of 98 students was phenomenal on stage! 8 FINE ARTS ׉ 7cassandra://XUy0HEqXssVepiH25XEy9VyH4icjmn7kDFzORasQCWkG`fNe: ׉ESUMMER 2024 Choir The Shiloh Christian Vocal Music Program had a stellar year, with nearly 200 choral music students showcasing their talents at the Christmas Chapel, the Annual Spring Choir Concert, and the Senior Send-off. The Junior High Choir placed four students in the Region 5 All-Region Junior High Choir, including Alexandra Lombeida, Jude Mason, Thomas DellaCroce, and Brooks Plunkett. The Shiloh Junior High Choir also received Superior ratings at the Region 5 Choral Performance Assessment in performance and sight reading. The Senior High Choir placed twelve students in the Region 5 All-Region Senior High Choir, including Brock Billingsley, Sophia DellaCroce, Kayla Holland, Greyson Hooper, Gray Colbert, Bella Hooper, Thomas Aldridge, Shiloh Romoser, Maya Scharf, Mayci Gilbert, Aubrey Hardesty and Abigail Osmon. This achievement is a testament to their exceptional talent and hard work. The Senior High Choir placed five students in the Arkansas All-State Choirs, including Brock Billingsley, Sophia DellaCroce, Greyson Hooper, Kayla Holland, and Gray Colbert. They also received Superior ratings at the Region 5 Choral Performance Assessment in Performance and Sight Reading and Superior ratings at the Arkansas State Choir Contest at UCA in Conway, and the Prestigious Sweepstakes award at the State Choir Contest for their overall Superior ratings at all contests this year. Secondary Musical: “High School Musical” In March, Shiloh’s 7th through 12th grade students presented four live performances of “High School Musical,” directed by Kim Darr. This high-energy show, with a sea of red and white costuming, brought smiles to everyone as they enjoyed being a WILDCAT for the day. Many of the audience members sang along to all their favorite tunes. Shiloh Theatre had its largest cast in the history of secondary musicals, with 125 students on stage. Additionally, 56 talented student crew members were working behind the scenes, ensuring the sound, lights, cameras, props, costuming, makeup, and stage management were top-notch. The seniors performed a special graduation closing number that will be remembered forever. GO WILDCATS! FINE ARTS 9 fNe:!fNe: p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://vz3LWzVBcHtTPxXAhEGXClDF1dhFAAps85uzs2rA_-ci`J׉ 7cassandra://W6WE-gIRt4t-h0wFMZOSCxQJNZmf41Q3QUpcJMOfSNE `׉ 7cassandra://o8lwwJS-L9s_j_ivdNdC-zUfhzTMigO3cAIJm1ErEdAS{`fNe:N׉EELEMENTARY PHYSICS OF FLIGHT On March 9, first grade students received a special aviation lesson from Dr. Keith McDaniel, Shiloh’s Superintendent and Atlas Flight Commander of the 184th Attack Squadron in the U.S. Airforce, as a part of their Physics of Flight Unit. Dr. McDaniel explained and demonstrated the four fundamentals of flight (lift, thrust, weight, and drag) through an extension activity using a remote-controlled helicopter in the cafeteria meeting room. To the students' delight and surprise, a REAL helicopter from Arkansas Air Evac Life Team out of Springdale landed on the south lawn! They enjoyed seeing the helicopter and talking to the pilot. ELEMENTARY PHYSICS OF FLIGHT ׉ 7cassandra://o8lwwJS-L9s_j_ivdNdC-zUfhzTMigO3cAIJm1ErEdAS{`fNe:"׉EELEMENTARY PHYSICS OF FLIGHT fNe:#fNe:"p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://eRdy8-Kd2Cnl1M-3iRYUvA6GIaHrg3qFLm4VlDG5UOUa-`J׉ 7cassandra://_HAt7u04qHSOdz_WULLG0qz3NRUBoUIqoJNPcvFR82U͇`׉ 7cassandra://CsnkrPvv4QH4mmVy_CZl3bFELjiMwIShcSRBdI_9dN459`fNe:P׉EmOPTICS LAB Secondary Students participate in science labs throughout the school year as a part of their core science classes. Labs provide students with crucial hands-on experiences and practical applications of scientific concepts, allowing teamwork and collaboration. College Physics II students completed numerous labs throughout the class to discover light, sound, wavelength, frequency, laws of science, and more. During the spring semester, they completed an Optics Lab (pictured). Students worked in groups using lenses, candles, and meter sticks to determine the focal length of a convex lens. 12 JBU CADAVER LAB ׉ 7cassandra://CsnkrPvv4QH4mmVy_CZl3bFELjiMwIShcSRBdI_9dN459`fNe:$׉EJBU CADAVER LAB 13 fNe:%fNe:$p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://iw8qM7d8EMvUzwRBQUuuwIEINkaAzsWtL50txpz3-8EB`J׉ 7cassandra://w5nraJ-06ErwGMClSZClnt4sjzv6uWP7-MAzhnKPVc4"w`׉ 7cassandra://ZgaRD6esPcOTPjdIoIHgk7wKLn0mE6dzQUqknItAPpg^h`fNe:R׉E14 PHYSICS FIELD TRIP ׉ 7cassandra://ZgaRD6esPcOTPjdIoIHgk7wKLn0mE6dzQUqknItAPpg^h`fNe:&׉EPHYSICS FIELD TRIP In April, Shiloh Physics students toured Chandler Equipment in Springdale. The company moved to Springdale, Arkansas, in 1982 to better serve the agriculture industry in Northwest Arkansas. As the agriculture industry grew and changed, Chandler engineered and designed a complete line of vacuum truck and tank components to serve the liquid waste industry. At the same time, Chandler also expanded their product offering by partnering with the vacuum industry. They now have 65,000 sqft of production and warehouse space. Our students learned about the manufacturing process, aspects of industrial engineering, and opportunities to apply STEM-based skills locally. PHYSICS FIELD TRIP 15 fNe:'fNe:&p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://KLYxbZPqnc5Jdjg3mnalPwaudnNkukDweCo64948fSEhE`J׉ 7cassandra://OsrppO5iK8bE-7bWXkFjDDaIEO9ibp1d1yAnJH3u0a4`׉ 7cassandra://vV1Eb1tKUXeXHCUs7l707thRS3cvzTfEaJ94CcUBEEYUS`fNe:T׉ELiving out the Great Commission Shiloh Global Mission Experience Dominican Republic Peru Brazil Dominican Republic Trip Leader: Eric Michalls 14 Students • Street Evangelism • Hosted Vacation Bible School • Cleaned Up Multiple Villages • Sports Ministry 16 GME TRIPS Brazil Peru Trip Leader: Brett Unger 14 Students • Local School Ministry • Street Evangelism • Volunteered at a Local Church Trip Leader: Ben Mayes 11 Students • Ministry at many Local Schools • Served over 1,000 children • Hosted Vacation Bible School ׉ 7cassandra://vV1Eb1tKUXeXHCUs7l707thRS3cvzTfEaJ94CcUBEEYUS`fNe:(׉E]Shiloh's Global Mission Experience allows seniors to travel internationally to share the gospel and earn credit for their Christian Studies class. Mission trips have the power to make a life-long impact; since 2002, over 1,300 students have traveled to places like Brazil, China, Malawi, Peru, and the Dominican Republic. Nicaragua Puerto Rico Malawi Nicaragua Trip Leader: Evans Baggs 12 Students • Hosted Vacation Bible School • Youth Ministry • Door to Door Evangelism • Served at Girl’s Safe Home Ministry Puerto Rico Trip Leader: Tucker Barnard 12 Students • Street Evangelism • Volunteered at a Local Church • Served at the Boys and Girls Club Malawi Trip Leader: Keith McDaniel 9 Students • Village Evangelism • Served at Feeding Centers • Shared the Gospel with Orphans and Widows • Led Services at the Local Church GME TRIPS 17 fNe:)fNe:(p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://APWO8ZAo9_1jRo0sm2jC1T32taMfdtII8201Kt_UIww`J׉ 7cassandra://HWF2oU_lXMABwtRdFtoY8zPOiDhOKzbHdvglSRZN0u0e`׉ 7cassandra://W6I1Ml868iqWHJnUwGoWN5_JU5L-q2JfqDdHS4zJ0EQC`fNe:V׉EaCalled to Medicine I by Dr. Bradley Reed, M.D. n 2013, I felt like I had everything. I had a great job as a television news anchor, had just started dating my future spouse, and was even featured on the Shiloh website as a successful alumnus. But soon I began to question the true meaning of success and felt God tugging on my heart to find a job where I had a more significant impact in the lives of others. By the next year, I had made the biggest career decision of my life. I left KNWA/Fox 24 to attend medical school and become a physician. While I was prepared for the academic and professional challenges that awaited me, I could not have anticipated this decision's impact on my faith in God. My journey to finding faith in Christ was mostly traditional. I was blessed with wonderful parents and grandparents who prioritized church involvement and getting a Christian education. As a result, I found myself somewhere in the Cross Church building nearly every day of the week. In 3rd grade, Shiloh’s superintendent, Rod Goodsell, led me to Christ during a chapel session. Throughout my teenage years, I actively participated in the church orchestra, played sports, and absorbed the impactful sermons delivered by Pastor Floyd from the pulpit. I graduated from Shiloh in 2001. I am so thankful for these experiences because they provided a firm foundation in my youth and taught me how to rely on my faith to guide me through the ups and downs of life. Medical school started with more downs than ups. The constant pressure to excel academically and the emotional toll of witnessing immense human suffering led to moments of doubt. I found myself questioning whether I could finish medical school and if I was capable of being a doctor. Then, on the morning of September 6th, 2017, the strongest storm on record in the open Atlantic Ocean hit St. Maarten, the Caribbean island where I attended school. The catastrophic hurricane ravaged the island, killing more than 100 people and injuring several of my classmates. This storm left my family without a home, further complicating an already challenging time in my life. 18 FEATURE STORY ׉ 7cassandra://W6I1Ml868iqWHJnUwGoWN5_JU5L-q2JfqDdHS4zJ0EQC`fNe:*׉EUpon the school's relocation to England, my wife, our one-year-old son, and I embarked on the daunting task of finding a new place to live in a foreign country. Armed with only a few suitcases filled with donated clothes from friends and family, we began our search. Despite the challenges, we quickly found an apartment. However, our hopes were shattered when a fire erupted in our building on our second day in the new place. We were swiftly evacuated, left with nothing but the clothes on our backs. As the firefighters battled the flames, we grappled with the fear of losing everything for the second time in just one month. These difficult experiences shook my faith, leading me to question why God would call me to leave my career only for my family to endure such hardship. A sense of relief washed over us as we reentered our building after the firefighters had successfully contained the blaze. We were immensely grateful that our belongings were saved from the fire. At that moment, the words from Hebrews 13:5 resonated deeply within me: "Be content with what you have, because God says, 'I will never desert you, nor will I ever forsake you.'" God reminded me to seek contentment and security in my relationship with Him rather than material possessions. This experience reinforced my belief that God would always be present to provide comfort and strength regardless of my circumstances. After that pivotal moment, my perception of medical school shifted. I knew that I belonged there. I believed that God had a purpose for my life, and my medical school struggles were all part of His plan for me. With newfound confidence in knowing that God was with me every step of the way, I approached each day with a sense of security I had previously lacked. My grades started to improve, and my doubts about medical school faded. I realized that God had placed me right where He wanted me to be, and I was no longer going to waver. After graduating from medical school, completing a residency in family medicine, and returning to Springdale to practice as a physician, my experiences during those challenging years continue to impact my work to this day. Earlier this year, during the early morning hours of May 26th, seven tornados hit Benton County, Arkansas, FEATURE STORY 19 fNe:+fNe:*p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://7dKXMHoG_5Jonb9LbAgexxuMauxtxMcgEhD4gLJtuNUu`J׉ 7cassandra://t2QceSFRSJGt8Ru20q15jFBfEp-ZJZVVX4b8VWWwzA0`׉ 7cassandra://Ngevubi_G2MHzmUF5TxbZEzrNmWcWpsQuDUT1WOdYdUEZ`fNe:XנfNe:Z9ׁH"http://www.shilohsaints.org/legacyׁ ׁ Ј׉ESHILOH TODAY including the widest tornado in Arkansas history. Many of my patients have been impacted by the storm damage. I have a particularly deep sense of empathy for these families. I know what it is like to lose everything in an instant and the fear and anxiety that follows. My experiences have taught me the importance of addressing not only my patients' physical needs but also their emotional and spiritual well-being. My most cherished moments as a physician have been praying with patients who are seeking comfort and healing during difficult times. I have seen the power of faith bring about remarkable healing in seemingly impossible situations. Reflecting on my journey, I am reminded that every trial and tribulation can strengthen our faith and shape us into the person God wants us to be. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." My experiences have taught me to trust God completely, with the assurance that He will guide and direct my path. His plan has made me a more empathetic and understanding physician than I ever would have been, and I look forward to continuing my journey with steadfast faith moving forward. "My experiences have taught me the importance of addressing not only my patients' physical needs but also their emotional and spiritual well-being." To give financially and become a part of the Shiloh Legacy, visit www.shilohsaints.org/legacy 20 FEATURE STORY ׉ 7cassandra://Ngevubi_G2MHzmUF5TxbZEzrNmWcWpsQuDUT1WOdYdUEZ`fNe:,׉EISUMMER 2024 Indoor Athletic Facility In August 2024, Shiloh opened a premiere 54,000 sq ft indoor athletic facility on the west side of Champions Stadium. This facility is the practice and training facility for Shiloh field sports, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of how we develop and train athletes at Shiloh Christian School. Innovation & Technology The 65-yard turf field uses Pivot by Tencate's innovative technology. This turf is the closest synthetic surface to natural grass on the market. Pivot by Tencate is revolutionizing the turf industry, and Shiloh was one of the first to install it. Shiloh is proud to continue partnering with GeoSurfaces to provide premier facilities for our athletic programs. In addition to the turf field, student-athletes and coaches meet in the Film Room. This meeting room provides a classroom where coaches and athletes are taught, developed, and discipled at the highest level. Locker Room The Rhett Lashlee Locker Room is a 75-locker space where our athletes can store equipment, helmets, shoulder pads, and personal items as they train and practice. Training & Nutrition All Shiloh’s Field sports student-athletes train in the indoor athletic facility's weight room. With PLAE flooring and 20 Sorinex weight racks, this state-ofthe-art training facility can simultaneously accommodate up to 80 athletes. The Nutrition Bar allows student-athletes to fuel themselves throughout the day. Wrestling The Shiloh Wrestling program now has a permanent home in the Indoor Facility. The wrestling room is used by the Varsity Shiloh Wrestling team and the Shiloh Youth program. It contains wall-to-wall wrestling mats from Resilite, the NCAA Wrestling Championship supplier. These mats give our wrestlers a practice environment that is safe, consistent, and durable for many years to come. INDOOR ATHLETIC FACILITY 21 fNe:-fNe:,p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://anMl7xKkwjKCkROiZAjWm-_1E1MScLkygwAIH5lDGD0G7`J׉ 7cassandra://ryfk-NgCxgj-8Tjc3WM26iH7kJ4nKnZ9XT6c-O5rGqo`׉ 7cassandra://aG1Z13NXllqEvdrKs-RLywAQQBpc3YLyiB1Nd0h03fYC`fNe:[׉E SHILOH TODAY SPORTS: SEASON SUMMARIES Check out what Shiloh's sports teams have achieved! Golf The Shiloh golf teams were marked by a season of growth and success. Ten golfers who played in tournaments this year. Both teams qualified for the state tournament by placing 2nd at the district tournament. The girls’ team finished strong with a final score of 258 at the state tournament, with Presley Stam shooting a 78 and Anna Kincade and Ava Denton each shooting a 90. All three scores were their lowest of the season. With a State Runner-Up finish, this marked the first time a Shiloh girls' golf team has placed at the 4A State Tournament. Presley Stam also finished with All-State honors. The boys’ team finished 8th overall at the state tournament. Volleyball The Varsity Lady Saints volleyball team completed the season with a record of 29-7. Some highlights of this year include beating 6A Rogers, advancing to the championship match in the Little Rock Christian tournament, and, for the first time, advancing to the semi-finals in the Conway tournament. The Lady Saints finished 13-0 in conference play and won the tournament! Shiloh hosted the 4A State Tournament, where they swept Lonoke in the first round, beat Wynne in a 5-set thriller in the quarterfinals, and then swept Fountain Lake in the state semifinals, advancing to the 6th state finals in Shiloh volleyball history. The team battled a great Brookland team to become the 2023 4A State Runner-ups. Chloe Blessing, Bella Bonanno, Laila Creighton, and Audrey Pender were all selected to the 2023 4A All-State Team, and Bella Bonanno, Laila Creighton, and Audrey Pender were also named to the 2023 All-State Tournament Team. Trap Shooting The trapshooting squads achieved top positions in several competitions. The junior team had three squads return to the state tournament. The Gold Swarm made the Elite 8 and finished 7th out of 415 squads. The senior team had two squads return to the state tournament. The Blue Angels reached the final four and placed 4th out of 64 teams. Overall, they finished 4th out of 484. Two squads competed in the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Tournament. The senior squad placed 1st. The junior squad placed 25th overall and 5th in the Junior division. Trooper Shankle was the 3rd overall top shooter. The team finished the year with the USA High School Clay Target League, placing 1st in the conference and 3rd in the tournament. They had five All-State honors: Bryar Hale (overall top shooter), Mason Leder, Tucker Watson, Trooper Shankle, and Andrew Dawson. Cheer The Saints cheer team started the year with a successful golf tournament fundraiser and partnered with our youth program to mentor 150 future Shiloh cheerleaders. The competitive teams traveled throughout the state to compete with 5A and 6A programs. Our Junior High team securing a first-place win at the Alma Competition in October was a highlight of the competition season. This year's notable accomplishments include Olivia Grace Silvey’s second “All State” cheer title. Carmen Young, Olive Grace Silvey, and Savvy Williams were nominated for the “All-Star” cheer team. Lilli Thiesse was the first Arkansas cheerleader to be named to the Nfinity All-American team. The program will grow to include a Dance team in the fall. 22 SPORTS: SEASON SUMMARIES ׉ 7cassandra://aG1Z13NXllqEvdrKs-RLywAQQBpc3YLyiB1Nd0h03fYC`fNe:.׉E TSUMMER 2024 Wrestling Shiloh Wrestling started the season showing continued growth, including facilities. The team finished the year with the largest roster on record, including six seniors and eight first-year wrestlers. Saints Wrestling finished the regular season as the 4A North #3 seed going into the 4A Dual State Tournament. Their 3rd place finish at the 4A Dual State Tournament helped propel them into the 4A North Regionals, where they qualified eight wrestlers for the state tournament. Six of our eight qualifiers medaled at the State Tournament, including Jack Hooe (120lb. 1st Place), Dax Widger (144lb. 2nd Place), Porter Langham (157 lb. 3rd Place), Cameron Arellano (175lb. 2nd Place), Bo Williams (190lb. 2nd Place) and Andrew Dawson (215lb 1st Place). Overall, the Saints earned a 3rd place finish at the state tournament. Boys Basketball The Shiloh Christian High School boys basketball team finished the season with an overall record of 13-14 and a conference record of 8-4. Several key players will return for next year as the team looks to continue to grow and compete at the state level. Sophomore Duke Bowman was awarded All-State Honorable Mention. Senior Chase Blessing and Sophomore Joby Butler were voted 4A-1 AllConference. Sophomore Aaron Henry was named 4A-1 All-Conference Defensive Team. The Junior High Saints finished with an overall record of 17-8, capping the season strong with a District Tournament Championship win. The 7th grade Saints also had a fantastic season with a 17-2 overall record. Girls Basketball The Shiloh girls basketball team finished the season with a 9-20 (3-11) record, capped off by an appearance in the regional tournament for the first time since 2012. The team was highlighted by season-long improvement in which they kept working hard and pushing each other to improve. Katie Ditch (Junior) and Lauren McCredy (Freshman) were both named to the 4A-1 All-Conference Team, and Gabby Bradshaw (Junior) being selected to the Conference All-Defensive Team. The junior high girls were back-to-back Conference Champions with an undefeated (12-0) conference record and tournament championship. Soccer The Lady Saints Varsity soccer team advanced to the 4A State Championship game for only the second time in school history this season! They finished as the 2024 4A State Girls Soccer Runner-Up with a 12-2-1 record on the season. This year's team went 8-0 in conference play and won the school’s first outright conference championship and tournament championship. They outscored their conference opponents 48-6 and had 6 shutouts during the season! The team defeated Hope High School in the first round, followed by an exciting win over Brookland in the quarterfinals that went to a PK shootout; they clinched their berth into the championship game with a semi-final shutout 2-0 over Joe T Robinson. All 42 players on the roster contributed to the team's success in one way or another. Bella Bonanno, Gabby Bradshaw, Maggie Massey, and Claire Gallo were named 4A All-State. Bella Bonanno, Mary Reece, and Olivia Grace Silvey were named to the 4A State Tournament team. SPORTS: SEASON SUMMARIES 23 fNe:/fNe:.p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://IZO0vEy4z0S0rycKfC_hMXfFWxztY34-2MoJkYfs_VE,`J׉ 7cassandra://2gwXukGP7DjPW6R0VO6uA16RBh1zNaHLVb6ZyjPK_vY`׉ 7cassandra://C_5Q5_PC18lQE41eVQESFU7og2mmmEIhmBJ-gpdCWMoI `fNe:]׉E KSHILOH TODAY SPORTS SUMMARIES continued Tennis The 2023 Shiloh Tennis season was a great success! The boys and girls teams won the conference championships, with two boys and five girls qualifying for the 4A State Tournament. Shiloh boys singles players Justus Thurlby and Gabe Clevenger played each other in the boys 4A singles state tournament finals, with Justus winning the State Championship and Gabe finishing as runner-Up. The boys team collected enough points to win their second 4A Boys Team State Championship. In the girls' tournament, freshman Ella Armiger advanced to the girls' singles semi-finals. The girls' doubles team of seniors Kaitlyn Rogers and Olivia Grace Silvey also made it to the semi-finals. The girls' team finished 4th overall in girls 4A State Tennis. Nine players earned All-Conference awards, and Justus Thurlby, Gabe Clevenger, Ella Armiger, Kaitlyn Rogers, and Olivia Grace Silvey were named All-State. Track & Field The Shiloh track team competed at a high level this season and has a bright future! The junior high boys team won all but one meet, and the junior high girls team placed in the top two in every meet. Both junior high teams won the 4A Conference Meet. Sixteen high school athletes placed in the top three in several events at the conference meet, qualifying for the state championship. The boys' team finished as runner-up at the conference meet. At the 4A State Championships, Matthew Thurman won the 1600m and broke a 52-year-old state record with a 4:21. He also came in 2nd in the 800m. Chloe Blessing placed 3rd in both the 100m hurdles and the 300m hurdles, breaking school records. She competed in the heptathlon and placed 7th out of 69 girls. The 4x800 relay team (Matthew Thurman, Joby Butler, Cooper Sudduth, Carson Herron) broke a school record with 8:28 at the state meet. Cross Country This season, the Saints XC team hosted over 1,000 runners in their 14th annual Saints Invitational Meet. The junior high boys received five regular-season firstplace trophies and won the 4A Conference Championship. Five junior high athletes earned All-Conference honors, including Bryce Allen, Carson Herron, Cooper Sudduth, Angelica Bates, and Blakely Billings. The boys' team was runner-up at the 2023 4A State Meet. Jack Hoee earned All-Conference honors, and four athletes earned All-State honors, including Matthew Thurman, State runner-up, Cooper Sudduth, Carson Herron, and Joby Butler. Twelve athletes earned a combined total of 70 medals throughout the season. Baseball The 2024 Shiloh Christian Saints baseball team finished the season with a record of 15-5-1 overall, winning the conference regular season championship with a 6-1 conference record. The Saints then went into the district tournament as the overall #1 seed, beating Pea Ridge in the semifinals and Farmington in the finals to win the district tournament championship and moved into the regional tournament as the #1 seed from the 4A-1 Conference. The season came to an end at the regional tournament. Senior Brock Billingsley led the team in many offensive categories to earn All-Conference and All-State. Blake Ward, Jack Gibbs, Will Halberg, Chandler Kemp, Mason Mounce, Connor Shockley, Maddox Welborn, and AJ Ylanan earned All-Conference, and Coach Jamie Beers earned 4A-1 Coach of the Year. 24 SPORTS: SEASON SUMMARIES Check out what Shiloh's sports teams have achieved! ׉ 7cassandra://C_5Q5_PC18lQE41eVQESFU7og2mmmEIhmBJ-gpdCWMoI `fNe:0׉ESUMMER 2023 Football The Saints football team completed the season in the state championship game at War Memorial Stadium. This was the Saints 5th consecutive year to play in the state title game. Shiloh football shocked the state with a season-opening victory at Little Rock Christian Academy. The Saints overcame adversity and injuries throughout the season and won their 6th consecutive conference championship en route to an 11-win season. There were many elite performers for the high-scoring Saints team, including all-time record-setting seasons, All-Star running back Bo Williams, and All-Star offensive tackle Jonas Nantze. Williams graduates Shiloh as the singleseason and career rushing leader in Shiloh history, and Nantze graduates as one of the best Shiloh linemen ever. All-State players Carter Holman, Dax Widger, Mason Harris, Carter Henley, and others led the Saints on and off the field. They will compete in Class 6A in the 2024-2025 season. Swim The Shiloh Swim team trains hard all year, swimming 6,000-10,000 yards daily, six days a week. Their hard work paid off at the 4A Arkansas State Swim meet! Senior Josie Korineck finished her final state meet with 5th place in the 200-yard and 500-yard freestyle events. Sophomore Caden McKinney swam away with a 2nd place finish in the 200-yard individual medley and the 500-yard freestyle, earning All-State honors. Freshman Holland Herron had quite an impressive first season with the team. She captured the state championship in the 200-yard individual medley and the 100-yard breaststroke, earning All-State honors. Sophomore Coi Call qualified for several events at State but was out with an injury. Welcome toShiloh! Allen Gum HEAD BASEBALL COACH Jonathan Bullington HEAD BOYS BASKETBALL COACH Evans Baggs HEAD GOLF COACH fNe:1fNe:0p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://PUCdJr6br2jMp7TZIo-cQyTcFar-FekmaXtsPUM9FHY`J׉ 7cassandra://lQspKrmP8lMCQkGUNGsLm6ES422tIvox2RMlan4noT4`׉ 7cassandra://OVF5M-MLEnau9b1pc4-cIBdJ-J4TO_atawdkbzL3ZWwL`fNe:_׉EAndrew Jordan Tell us about your Shiloh career: I attended Shiloh from kindergarten through twelfth grade and graduated in 2007. I loved my time at Shiloh as a student, and my teachers truly helped me grow academically, spiritually, and relationally. I created long-lasting friendships and had teachers mentor and disciple me, some of whom still teach at Shiloh and continue to impact my life today. I was hired at Shiloh in June of 2014 by Shiloh’s Athletic Director, Jeff Conaway, who was my football coach in high school. For the past 10 seasons, I have been the Head Football Coach for 7th grade, and I also have coached the offensive and defensive sides for the Varsity football team. I coached Track and Field for one year before becoming the Head 7th Boys Basketball Coach for seven years. After that, I became the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, and now I focus my time training the 7th grade football team, varsity football team, and several other teams that lift in the weight rooms. 26 ANDREW JORDAN ׉ 7cassandra://OVF5M-MLEnau9b1pc4-cIBdJ-J4TO_atawdkbzL3ZWwL`fNe:2׉E SUMMER 2024 Tell us about your family: I met my beautiful wife, Ashley, when I started coaching at Shiloh in 2014. Ashley is an occupational therapist from Bixby, OK. We have two great dogs, Jake and Max. When I am not at work, we enjoy spending time together and visiting new restaurants around NWA and the Tulsa area. We also enjoy exercising and taking the dogs for walks. Why did you choose to become a Strength and Conditioning Coach? What certifications are required?: As a kid, I always loved working out, and this passion continued into adulthood. God has called me to minister to athletes through Strength and Conditioning. I was blessed to have incredible learning experiences along the way. I studied under legendary Strength Coach Bill Gillespie at Liberty University as an intern and then learned from former Shiloh Strength Coaches John Durmon and Tyler Weddle. Many other coaches in my life helped me, and I am thankful that the Lord has given me this opportunity to invest in our future generations. Certifications such as CSCS, USAW, PNL1, and CFL1 are highly recommended in my field but not required. As any coach should, I am always learning and striving to be my best. I achieve this by attending conferences, talking with other coaches, listening to podcasts, reflecting on previous years, and improving on past plans. As a strength coach, it is important to continue my education and be a lifelong learner to help athletes succeed in their sports and be ready for life after sports. What is a typical workday like for you? A typical workday would consist of coaching one or more sports teams who strength train at 7:00 am and 7:45 am. After that, I prepare for class. I teach three Personal Finance classes from 9:40 am to 12:15 pm. After lunch, I run the 7th grade football practice or train more teams in the weight room from 1:15 pm to 2:45 pm, followed by varsity football practice or training more teams from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm (depending on which season is in). In the fall, I spend more time on the football field and at games, but I get to work with all the teams in the weight room in the spring. ANDREW JORDAN 27 What do you love most about your job? I interact with, encourage, and push athletes to be their best daily. Creating lasting relationships with amazing students and watching them grow into godly young men and women is a privilege. I try to model Christ and show them that the weight room can teach countless life lessons. Our motto in the weight room is “Attack the Day,” and with this motto, I see how strength training can transform lives. With this mindset, student-athletes can confidently enter the classroom, navigate relationships with friends, family, and teachers, and face difficult life trials. Each year, I see athletes become more confident, learn to care for their bodies, and grow stronger physically and mentally. I love to see how an athlete can transform from their 7th grade to their senior year. What is the most valuable lesson you have learned during your time at Shiloh?: I’ve learned so many lessons during my time at Shiloh, but the two that stick out the most to me are the importance of seeking Christ and abiding daily with Him (in the Word and in fellowship with other believers) and the importance of hard work and excellence in all I do. I’m blessed to work with the most amazing administration, coaches, and teachers in the state, and my work environment inspires me to be better every day. fNe:3fNe:2p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://TCQNiCUznHCsqa2o9NDHg85ly7ErkVJAG52NVYI5KLUՠ`J׉ 7cassandra://VT8cNZWsABIOdEUlYzvfM6_gGTHP46QHO7zPjPQeo3I5`׉ 7cassandra://MBUbjqT7XLDGxIbdb4xtouZBxPB8FwfHZ6Xhmw6Se7AN,`fNe:a׉E SHILOH TODAY Class of 2024 S hiloh Christian’s 42nd graduating class of 74 students was honored in a memorable ceremony on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. After the processional, William Lowery introduced Shiloh’s Superintendent, Dr. Keith McDaniel, who welcomed the family and friends of the class of 2024 and shared their outstanding accomplishments. Next, Allison Brewer read the class scripture found in James 1:16-18, which reads, “Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers. Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. Of his own will he brought us forth by the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.” Tessa Sluyter led a special prayer for her classmates, 74 graduated 32 30+ ACTAC T offered $9,599,416 in scholarships 59 graduated with honors 32 with distinguished honors 11 scored a 30+ on the ACT completed 2046 total hours of college credit 10 students graduated as iThink scholars % 28 CLASS OF 2024 ׉ 7cassandra://MBUbjqT7XLDGxIbdb4xtouZBxPB8FwfHZ6Xhmw6Se7AN,`fNe:4׉ESUMMER 2024 followed by the Distinguished Honor Graduate Presentation by Dr. Keith McDaniel. Following the presentation, Chase Blessing represented all Distinguished Honor Graduates and shared a special message on behalf of his classmates. After the Class of 2024 video was introduced by Brock Billingsley, Olivia Grace Silvey introduced her father, Dr. Brent Silvey, who delivered a challenging Commencement Address. The Presentation of Diplomas was given by Mr. Brett Unger, Secondary Principal, followed by a special message and benediction by Shiloh Biblical Studies teacher, Evans Baggs. Dr. McDaniel gave the closing remarks, followed by the Recessional and Reception. Congratulations to the incredible Class of 2024! CLASS OF 2024 29 fNe:5fNe:4p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://dhLQxNbOYpyPP5DajaOl5H80_IupKks1Ow9hNQFoUzAiy`J׉ 7cassandra://jAHeUd3LlFIm6Zrz-cTv0w7cbhBzurCD8CTcuh05VPI`׉ 7cassandra://-LKPsU0TSqb_tKpBZ7v8ms2Jgi39_dqGbFrT-S33HpQM*`fNe:cנfNe:fI9ׁHmailto:keithm@shilohsaints.orgׁ ׁ ЈנfNe:e?>9ׁHhttps://www.shilohsaints.org/ׁ ׁ Ј׉ESHILOH TODAY BREAKING GROUND The State of the School O n February 5, 2024, Dr. McDaniel made three major announcements that shared the collective vision for the future of Shiloh Christian School. The first announcement shared details for the first phase of a building project that began on June 1, including a new 27-classroom elementary building with a full cafeteria, kitchen, tornado shelter, and playground with an estimated cost of 21 million dollars. The second announcement included the framework for the second phase of the project, which will include a new competition gymnasium, gym entrance, and locker rooms at an estimated cost of 12 million dollars. The second phase will enhance the experience for our court sports athletes and provide much-needed additional court space. This phase of the project will begin once the elementary building is paid for. The final announcement detailed how the opening of the new Shiloh Elementary building will constitute the formation of a new education model to better serve the student body. This exciting change will allow the creation of an elementary school, middle school, and high school model by introducing a formal middle school program with administrative staff to support it. As Shiloh grows as a school, intentional efforts are being made to continue to “feel small.” This is a significant step toward providing students with the best possible education for the positive impact it will have on the lives of Saints for years to come. 30 BREAKING GROUND ׉ 7cassandra://-LKPsU0TSqb_tKpBZ7v8ms2Jgi39_dqGbFrT-S33HpQM*`fNe:6׉ECSUMMER 2024 In his final remarks, Dr. McDaniel revealed that 14 million dollars has already been committed to completing the new elementary building. This is an amazing gift, but we still need the support of our alumni, the community, and our families to invest in future generations of Shiloh Christian Saints. His question was: If not now, when? We each have one life here on earth. Everyone leaves a legacy, and we are all writing it now. Contributing to this project will leave a legacy for Christian education to champion it and help it endure. Your family can be a part of the Shiloh legacy in multiple ways: • Donate a classroom for $30,000 (individually or collectively) • Make a one-time donation (online, cash, check, stock) https://www.shilohsaints.org/ legacy/ • Begin recurring giving Phase 1 Phase 2 If you would like more information about ways to give, please email Dr. McDaniel at keithm@shilohsaints.org. *Shiloh Christian School is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Donations to Shiloh Christian School are deductible for income tax purposes. 31 SECONDARY CHAPEL 31 fNe:7fNe:6p(בCטp(u׉׉ 7cassandra://P2IwONxCMAWzFK_6VCsWY85rOQTkwYjkRpXHEiddUX0X`J׉ 7cassandra://TvTd-Dtux56h7PPEqwA3olN_z3vDiIUnEVAKyZQOu7Y`׉ 7cassandra://3EI0HjrXLISGiBWTuboH8klQAyHRno3qblxEorQ3s5EO+`fNe:gנfNe:i̧9ׁHmailto:aliciab@shilohsaints.orgׁ ׁ Ј׉E SHILOH TODAY Retirements Thank you for faithfully serving Shiloh Christian School! Tina McDonald - 16 years Mrs. McDonald began teaching 5-day PreK4 at Shiloh in 2008 and transitioned to 3-day classes in 2021. For the past 16 years, she has impacted the early learning and formative years of many children and their families. She and her husband Kirk have four grown children, all of whom attended and graduated from Shiloh. She has countless fond memories of her time at Shiloh and looks forward to spending more time with her children and grandchildren. Karen Arnold - 7 years Mrs. Arnold began teaching at Shiloh in 2017. She taught kindergarten for two years and then transitioned to 4th grade, where she has spent the past five years. She has loved watching the students grow and learn each year and treasures her friendships at Shiloh. She and her husband Mark, who owns a trucking business, have one son, Caleb, who graduated from Shiloh this year and plans to attend the University of Arkansas. MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES Amanda Miller - 40 Years Miss Miller's career at Shiloh began in 1984, teaching 7th grade math and computers. Over the years, she has taught Calculus, Accounting, and Beginner Typing. Her dedication extended beyond the classroom, as she served as the cheerleading sponsor from 1984 - 1990, the National Junior Honor Society advisor since 1990, and the National Honor Society advisor since 2019. She has organized student schedules since 1999 and continues to do this along with transcripts, standardized testing, graduation, and senior awards today. Sandy Yates - 35 Years Since 1989, Mrs. Yates has taught over 600 second-grade students at Shiloh. She has also served as the head teacher and mentored many teachers. She and her husband Mike have two children, Michael and Lauren, who graduated from Shiloh. They each have four children with their spouses, and Mrs. Yates loves spending time with them and going to the lake. She plans to continue to teach at Shiloh as long as the Lord allows. Alumni Updates Wesley Solomon - Class of 2019 Wesley began his military career in Army ROTC at the University of Arkansas. During college, he attended the Army’s Mountain Warfare School and Air Assault School between semesters. After graduation, he was commissioned as an Infantry Officer and Second Lieutenant in the US Army. Wesley married his high school sweetheart, Meg Rogers, and moved to Fort Moore, GA, where he completed the Infantry Basic Officer Leader Course and then the US Army Ranger School. Soon, he’ll move to Fort Carson, CO, to be a Platoon Leader in the 4th Infantry Division’s 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team. Alumni Relations ALICIA BROWN aliciab@shilohsaints.org (479) 756-1140 32 RETIREMENTS AND ALUMNI UPDATES ׉ 7cassandra://3EI0HjrXLISGiBWTuboH8klQAyHRno3qblxEorQ3s5EO+`fNe:8׉EFREE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT ALUMNI T-SHIRT ADMISSION & FOOD OCTOber 18 5:30 PM - 7:00 pm Regis ter Today ! Shiloh Alumni, please make plans to attend our Alumni Homecoming Tailgate 33 fNe:9fNe:8p(בCט8(u׉׉ 7cassandra://wvKSlQ30fcFJCs0fc1tygTXXLG_clJXSoysXg3YyZHY:`z׉ 7cassandra://IqVq0TeLp_ONuat86Uy5bwYFkTCgFOXWAXVFy_1Fq5o͎T`׉ 7cassandra://EWofO0mtLH4wXNSvljipQZsTISnPF97oULKL5lfQHss0`fNe:j׉En1707 Johnson Rd Springdale, AR 72762 FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM @ShilohChristianSchool @ShilohSaints ׉ 7cassandra://EWofO0mtLH4wXNSvljipQZsTISnPF97oULKL5lfQHss0`fNe::׈EfNe:;fNe::p(,Shiloh Today | Summer 2024f}\n