GPCS Players named to Maine Soccer Coaches All Star Teams
By Boys Varsity Soccer Head Coach Chris Spaulding
GPCS continued its recent tradition of soccer players making the Maine Soccer Coaches Regional All Star Teams. Three boys and two girls were named to the Western Maine All Star team. Three of those players made the teams for the second year in a row.
Senior Back Andrea Ruiz made the all star team for the first time in her career. She was the experienced player on a young back line for Coach Jenn Will’s girls varsity team.
Sophomore standout forward Elaine Beech made the team for the second time in her young career. Beech scored 21 goals for the Lions this year.
Senior Back Jacob Rudolph was named to the all star team for the first time in his career. Rudolph began his career as the goal keeper before changing to a back his junior year at the request of new boys coach Chris Spaulding. After two full seasons on the back line Rudolph didn’t hesitate to switch back to goal when Spaulding asked him to in the quarterfinals of the Western Maine Class D playoffs. He made some great saves and recorded the assist on the game winning goal to beat Buckfield 2-1 in 2OT.
Senior Forward Anthony Simpson scored 30 goals this season to set what we believe is a new school record. This was his second consecutive season he made the all star team. Simpson finished his high school career with 60 goals.
Senior center midfielder Ben Hammond also made the all star team for the second consecutive season. Hammond is a humble player with tremendous foot-skills and field awareness. Hammond finished the season with 15 goals and 18 assists, and finished his career with 42 goals and 48 assists.
All senior all stars are invited to play in the Senior Bowl played at Hampden Academy. Unfortunately illness and scheduling conflicts prevented Ruiz, Simpson and Hammond from playing in the game. Rudolph became the third player from GPCS to play in a Senior Bowl game, joining Nathan Strout and Alex Whalen, both from the class of 2009, who both played in the 2008 Maine Senior Bowl. Rudolph represented himself and GPCS very well, shutting down many of the States top scorers over the last few years. Rudolph’s strong defending helped Western Maine defeat Eastern Maine 6-4.
Jenn Will Steps Down as Girls Soccer Coach
I am sad to announce that Girls Varsity Soccer Coach Jenn Will has decided to step down to devote more time to other areas.
Coach Will has coached a sport every year that she has taught at GPCS and says, “It will be really strange…(maybe this will be a short hiatus), but I really feel it’s the decision I need to make.”
GPCS Athletic Director Chris Spaulding says, “We will miss Coach Will on the soccer field. She dedicated a lot of time, energy and herself to the girls. I will miss working with her on the soccer field. It will be very difficult to find someone who is as passionate as she is about her players.”
Spaulding added, “Whoever takes over as the girls coach has big shoes to fill just as I do since taking over for her as Athletic Director. Coach Will is passionate about her players and taught our student athletes much more than soccer.”
New GPCS Athletics Website
The GPCS Athletic Department launched its own website this month. The site will contain everything from athletic calendars, up to date stats, school records, pictures and more. Right now you will find the order forms for athletic gear, the soccer camp brochure, full athletic calendars for November and December.
In time you will be able to get your answers to any GPCS Athletics question on www.gpcsathletics.com
GPCS Winter Soccer Camp
GPCS Boys varsity soccer coach Chris Spaulding is pleased to announce the GPCS Winter Soccer Camp to be held over Christmas vacation. The camp will be December 27-31 from 8am to Noon.
The camp will focus on fun and improving foot-skills. We want kids to develop a lifelong passion for soccer and develop the skills they need to be successful at the highest possible level.
Space is limited so please sign up early. Registration form can be found on www.gpcsathletics.com
GPCS Boys Basketball Team Sets Sites on TournamentBy Boys Varsity Basketball Head Coach Len MacPhee
The GPCS boys basketball team has started their quest for a place in the Western Maine Class "D" Tournament. GPCS boys have played in a Christian school league the last two years. They are now hoping to make their presence known in Class "D."
The team is led by senior co-captains Jacob Rudolph (6'1") and Ben Hammond (6'0"). Ben missed last season with a broken wrist. However, both seniors are veteran players. Jacob returns as the teams leading rebounder.
Junior Than Peterson (6'1") returns as the starting center. He is developing fast as a scorer and rebounder. Juniors Ryan Murray (5'11") and Jordan Peters (5'11"), both probable starters are out until January with injuries.
Other key players include, Sophomore Eric Pearson (5'9"), Freshmen, Sam Whiting (5'6"), and Byeong Woo "Jam" Jung (5'7") and eighth graders Matt Hammond (5'10") and James Rudolph (5' 10")
The team opens their season at Pine Tree Christian Academy Saturday December 11th at 7:30 pm. The first home game (at Baxter School on Mackworth Island) is Tuesday December 14th at 7:00pm. That game is against Rangeley High School.
The coaching staff includes: Len MacPhee and Dave Andreason. Paul Harrell is coaching the Junior High and is also assisting on the boys varsity.
GPCS Junior High Boys Working towards Successful Season
By JR High Boys Basketball Head Coach Paul Harrell
The GPCS Jr. High Boys basketball team is looking forward to an exciting season this year. During the first week of practice I was very pleased by the hard work and coachability of the team.
Our goal is to get better every day we practice and to learn how to play the right way. The team is well on its way to achieving these goals and if we continue to work hard a successful season should follow.
The coaching staff includes, Paul Harrell and Jared Bamford.
Lady Lions Look to Build on Tournament Appearance
By Girls Varsity Basketball Head Coach Keith Dawson
The Greater Portland Christian School Lady Lions are preparing to begin its 2010-2011 basketball season. Last year we finished 8-8 and played Richmond in the opening round of the Class D tournament.
This year we return 4 of 5 starters, and all of our younger players gained valuable experience last year.
The Lady Lions will be led by a trio of seniors. Point guard Liz Garland, guard Andrea Ruiz and forward Emily Strout will provide leadership and experience.
Juniors Robyn Waugh and Suzie Gonzalez are returning starters and are strong defensive players.
Sophmores Elaine Beech, Kim Dawson, Ashley Whalen, and Casey Bouchard are ready to contribute more this year.
Other players include Junior Brigit Keith, freshman Mariah Foss, Hannah Kelly and Amy Russo.
The team opens their season at Pine Tree Christian Academy Saturday December 11th at 5:30 pm. The first home game (at Baxter School on Macworth Island) is Tuesday December 14th at 5:00pm. That game is against Rangeley High School.
The coaching staff includes: Keith Dawson, Dan Ruiz, and Kathy Garland.
GPCS Alumni Games December 30, 2010
Reconnect with old friends and make new ones!
5:00: Fellowship
6:30: Girls Alumni Game
7:30: Boys Alumni Game
All information can be found on www.gpcsathletics.com
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Monday, November 29, 2010
December 2010
GPCS Christmas Events:
Greater Portland Christian School is offering several Christmas events for you to come and attend. We would love to see many of our alumni at these events. For more information, contact the office at 207-767-5123 or gpcs1973@yahoo.com.
1. First Varsity Basketball Game of the season! Saturday, December 11 at Pine Tree Academy. The girls game is at 6:00pm and the boys game is at 7:30pm. Come and cheer!
2. An Acoustic Evening with Maine Christian Artists to benefit Greater Portland Christian School. Performers are; Doug Elder of The Wrecking, Joel & Janna, Frank Martson & Steve Espling. The concert is on Saturday, December 11 at First Evangelical Free Church. The show begins at 7:00pm and is FREE! Please RSVP to www.firstfruitsministries.info.
3. First Varsity Basketball Home Game is Tuesday, December 14 with Rangeley. Girls game is at 5:30pm and boys game is at 7:00pm. We will have concessions. Come and support GPCS! All home games are played at Governor Baxter School for the Deaf.
4. GPCS Christmas Concert is on Monday, December 20 at 7:00pm. We are blessed again this year by First Baptist of South Portland letting us host the concert there. All choruses of GPCS will be singing!
5. GPCS Alumni Basketball Night will be Thursday, December 30. We will begin with fellowship at 5:00pm, a girls game at 6:30pm, followed with a boys game at 8:00pm.
GPCS is offering 5 events! We are blessed to have these opportunities and hope to see you at one or two or all!
GPCS Apparel
Do you wish you had something with the GPCS Logo on it? Has your basketball tee shirt or soccer sweatshirt seen better days? Are you looking of ideas for Christmas? Check out the GPCS Winter Apparel being offered right now at www.gpcsathletics.com. We are offering ball caps, knit hats, hoodies, tee-shirts, jackets, & back packs! Check out the product choices. Orders are due Friday, December 3.
From our Athletic Director...
Chris Spaulding(class of 1989) is looking for volunteers from each graduated class to pick up the phone and encourage classmates and friends to attend the alumni game on Thursday, December 30. If you can help, let Chris know at cspaulding@gpcsathletics.com.
Chris is also hoping to schedule a December meeting for the GPCS Boosters Club. Please contact Chris if you are interested and with your availability at cspaulding@gpcsathletics.com.
Alumni Updates:
* Heidi Hilbelink Greenwood (class of 1996) is expecting.
* Former student Jonathan David Conant and his wife are expecting.
* Former student Michael Jones is serving with Jews for Jesus as a member of the band. He will be traveling over a 10 month period around the country, playing music and sharing the Gospel with people, primarily unbelieving Jews. Mike is due back in Maine around Christmas and then he will hit the road again. Mike requests prayer and to contact him with facebook, tweets, phone calls, etc. to say "hello".
* Emily Johnson (class of 2006) was crowned Miss Maine on November 27! Now we all have a reason to watch the Miss USA Pageant.
* David Hasbrouck (class of 2005) is entering the mission field.
Greater Portland Christian School is offering several Christmas events for you to come and attend. We would love to see many of our alumni at these events. For more information, contact the office at 207-767-5123 or gpcs1973@yahoo.com.
1. First Varsity Basketball Game of the season! Saturday, December 11 at Pine Tree Academy. The girls game is at 6:00pm and the boys game is at 7:30pm. Come and cheer!
2. An Acoustic Evening with Maine Christian Artists to benefit Greater Portland Christian School. Performers are; Doug Elder of The Wrecking, Joel & Janna, Frank Martson & Steve Espling. The concert is on Saturday, December 11 at First Evangelical Free Church. The show begins at 7:00pm and is FREE! Please RSVP to www.firstfruitsministries.info.
3. First Varsity Basketball Home Game is Tuesday, December 14 with Rangeley. Girls game is at 5:30pm and boys game is at 7:00pm. We will have concessions. Come and support GPCS! All home games are played at Governor Baxter School for the Deaf.
4. GPCS Christmas Concert is on Monday, December 20 at 7:00pm. We are blessed again this year by First Baptist of South Portland letting us host the concert there. All choruses of GPCS will be singing!
5. GPCS Alumni Basketball Night will be Thursday, December 30. We will begin with fellowship at 5:00pm, a girls game at 6:30pm, followed with a boys game at 8:00pm.
GPCS is offering 5 events! We are blessed to have these opportunities and hope to see you at one or two or all!
GPCS Apparel
Do you wish you had something with the GPCS Logo on it? Has your basketball tee shirt or soccer sweatshirt seen better days? Are you looking of ideas for Christmas? Check out the GPCS Winter Apparel being offered right now at www.gpcsathletics.com. We are offering ball caps, knit hats, hoodies, tee-shirts, jackets, & back packs! Check out the product choices. Orders are due Friday, December 3.
From our Athletic Director...
Chris Spaulding(class of 1989) is looking for volunteers from each graduated class to pick up the phone and encourage classmates and friends to attend the alumni game on Thursday, December 30. If you can help, let Chris know at cspaulding@gpcsathletics.com.
Chris is also hoping to schedule a December meeting for the GPCS Boosters Club. Please contact Chris if you are interested and with your availability at cspaulding@gpcsathletics.com.
Alumni Updates:
* Heidi Hilbelink Greenwood (class of 1996) is expecting.
* Former student Jonathan David Conant and his wife are expecting.
* Former student Michael Jones is serving with Jews for Jesus as a member of the band. He will be traveling over a 10 month period around the country, playing music and sharing the Gospel with people, primarily unbelieving Jews. Mike is due back in Maine around Christmas and then he will hit the road again. Mike requests prayer and to contact him with facebook, tweets, phone calls, etc. to say "hello".
* Emily Johnson (class of 2006) was crowned Miss Maine on November 27! Now we all have a reason to watch the Miss USA Pageant.
* David Hasbrouck (class of 2005) is entering the mission field.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
November Update
Coach Spaulding (class of 1989) takes PIE in the FACE!
GPCS Varsity Boys in the MPA Western Class D Play-offs!
There has been much excitement here! The GPCS Varsity Boys Soccer Team made it into the MPA Western Class D Play-offs. The quarterfinal game was played Wednesday, Oct. 27 at home against Buckfield.
Before GPCS sent their team to the field, the GPCS Student Council organized a whole school pep rally. Students were to make paper plate lion masks for a contest. Winners would be able to pie someone in the face at the pep rally. Winners were: Emily Libby (grade 3) and she put the pie into Mrs. Carol Bickford’s face, Killian Patterson( grade 4) and he put the pie into James Perkin’s face, David Rodgers (grade 7) and he put the pie into Mr. Keith Dawson’s face and Than Peterson (grade 11) and he put his pie into Coach Spaulding’s (class of 1989) face. Also, at the pep rally, the JV Soccer Team and The Varsity Girls Soccer Team were cheered for their seasons.
So with a great send off, the varsity boys team took the field. It was a great game, one of those close and tense ones. The GPCS crowd was definitely into it. The game went into overtime, the score being 1 to 1. In the second over time period, GPCS scores! Game over and GPCS is heading to GREENVILLE!
Sam Whiting scored our first goal and Matt Hammond scored the goal in over time. Hope you had a chance to check out the pictures and article in the Portland Press Herald.
On Friday, October 29, the team and all of high school set off to the semifinal game in Greenville. The team took a 3-0 loss. Thank you for a great season!
Alumni spotted at the quarterfinal game were: Mercedes Foss (class of 2010), Rob Conant (class of 1990), Matthew Scribner (class of 2009), Matthew Congdon (class of 2008),Jonathan Koenig (class of 2008), Rachel Carlson (class of 2001), Shannon Carlson (class of 2005), David Simpson (class of 1990), Steven Simpson (class of 1987), Jared Bamford (class of 2006), Andy Simpson (class of 2008), Megan Waugh (class of 2008) to name a few. There were several past school families present to cheer on the team too; the Keenan's, the Bamford's & the Theriault's.
Upcoming GPCS Events:November 5: GPCS Work Bee: 12:00pm-2:00pm & 4:30pm-7:30pm to clean and paint.
November 6: GPCS Open House: 10:00am-Noon.
December 14: First home games for GPCS Basketball. Girls at 5:30pm, Boys at 7:00pm. All Home games will be played at Governor Baxter School for the Deaf.
December 20: GPCS Christmas Concert at First Baptist Church of South Portland- 7:00pm.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
October Update -GPCS Alumni
Homecoming 2010
Last Saturday, October 9th was a wonderful fall day for Homecoming! Sunny yet with a coolness in the air and many trees already full of color. GPCS Homecoming began with a gathering of JV Soccer Players. The team was divided into teams for a 4x4 tournament. Thank you to Coach Jay Imler, Danny Patterson & Erik Jensen for pulling the tournament together.
Chris Spaulding (class of 1989), GPCS Athletic Director then held a meeting for those interested in being a part of Bosters. Andrew Foster (former student class of 2000), Joel Bamford (class of 2000), Daniel Nye (class of 1990),Lois Bamford, & Connie Woodward were present. The group mainly talked of ways to connect with alumni and former students concerning GPCS athletic programs and to encourage their involvement big and small.
Next on the homecoming event list was the Varsity Girls' Soccer Team taking on Calvary Christian. The GPCS Girls' took a win! This was a nice way to end a very long week for the girls team. The GPCS Varsity Girls are 4-5-1 and are ranked 5th in Western Class D with the MPA.
The Varsity Boys game followed. Calvary Christian School is currently ranked 1st in the Eastern Class D with the MPA. The GPCS Varsity Boys team took a loss. The team is currently ranked 3rd in Western Class D with a record of 6-4.
We all took a break to enjoy a cook out with kabobs, hotdogs & hamburgers. After dinner, the GPCS Varsity teams took on GPCS Alumni. The Alumni won 4-0. Alumni spotted at Homecoming were; David Simpson (class of 1990), Steve Simpson (class of 1987), Alan Simpson (class of 2009), Daniel Nye (class of 1990), Joel Bamford (class of 2000), Jared Bamford (class of 2006), Megan Waugh (class of 2008), Jacob Thibeault (class of 2008), Derek Green (class of 2008), Rob Conant (class of 1990), AJ Holt (class of 2001), Casey Walter Holt (class of 2002), Onycha Carlson (class of 2007),Jacki Woodward Morris (class of 2005) & Nic Lops (former student with the class of 2011) . If I missed you, I did not intend to.
Homecoming was attended by current GPCS families, past GPCS families, GPCS Board members, GPCS Faculty, alumni, former students, grandparents, relatives, etc. It was a great day for soccer and fellowship!
GPCS Game Night
GPCS is hosting a Game Night on Friday, October 29 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. We'll be bringing 30 different games for ages 3 to adult for you to try out. The games are with GAMEWRIGHT. Bring the whole family. Bring your friends, your youth group, and your small group. It's free. Snacks are complimentary and if you don't have time to eat dinner before you arrive, there will be more substantive items for sale. This is a great way to play games, purchase your favorites for birthdays, Christmas, etc. and help GPCS. GPCS will receive 50% of all sales that night. Bring it!
Alumni in Business
The following alumni or former students are involved in their own business.
1. Ami DeRienzo has started her own business which is a full online grocery store with delivery service. Check out her web site at www.mainegrocerydelivery.com.
2. Melissa L'Heureux Morehead (class of 1991) is a stylist with Stella Dot Jewelry. Her web site is stelladot.com/melissamorehead.
3. Natalie Fry McCleary (class of 2000) is a jewelry designer. You can check out her jewelry at www.bynataliejean.com.
Alumni Update
Alexandra Fillmore (class of 2003) can be seen in the promo for Advent Group Ministries. Go to www.adventgm.com.
Jameson Trudel (class of 2004) & Kimberly Nevers Trudel (class of 2007) are expecting their first baby.
Tyler Kinney (class of 2010) is engaged to be married.
Last Saturday, October 9th was a wonderful fall day for Homecoming! Sunny yet with a coolness in the air and many trees already full of color. GPCS Homecoming began with a gathering of JV Soccer Players. The team was divided into teams for a 4x4 tournament. Thank you to Coach Jay Imler, Danny Patterson & Erik Jensen for pulling the tournament together.
Chris Spaulding (class of 1989), GPCS Athletic Director then held a meeting for those interested in being a part of Bosters. Andrew Foster (former student class of 2000), Joel Bamford (class of 2000), Daniel Nye (class of 1990),Lois Bamford, & Connie Woodward were present. The group mainly talked of ways to connect with alumni and former students concerning GPCS athletic programs and to encourage their involvement big and small.
Next on the homecoming event list was the Varsity Girls' Soccer Team taking on Calvary Christian. The GPCS Girls' took a win! This was a nice way to end a very long week for the girls team. The GPCS Varsity Girls are 4-5-1 and are ranked 5th in Western Class D with the MPA.
The Varsity Boys game followed. Calvary Christian School is currently ranked 1st in the Eastern Class D with the MPA. The GPCS Varsity Boys team took a loss. The team is currently ranked 3rd in Western Class D with a record of 6-4.
We all took a break to enjoy a cook out with kabobs, hotdogs & hamburgers. After dinner, the GPCS Varsity teams took on GPCS Alumni. The Alumni won 4-0. Alumni spotted at Homecoming were; David Simpson (class of 1990), Steve Simpson (class of 1987), Alan Simpson (class of 2009), Daniel Nye (class of 1990), Joel Bamford (class of 2000), Jared Bamford (class of 2006), Megan Waugh (class of 2008), Jacob Thibeault (class of 2008), Derek Green (class of 2008), Rob Conant (class of 1990), AJ Holt (class of 2001), Casey Walter Holt (class of 2002), Onycha Carlson (class of 2007),Jacki Woodward Morris (class of 2005) & Nic Lops (former student with the class of 2011) . If I missed you, I did not intend to.
Homecoming was attended by current GPCS families, past GPCS families, GPCS Board members, GPCS Faculty, alumni, former students, grandparents, relatives, etc. It was a great day for soccer and fellowship!
GPCS Game Night
GPCS is hosting a Game Night on Friday, October 29 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. We'll be bringing 30 different games for ages 3 to adult for you to try out. The games are with GAMEWRIGHT. Bring the whole family. Bring your friends, your youth group, and your small group. It's free. Snacks are complimentary and if you don't have time to eat dinner before you arrive, there will be more substantive items for sale. This is a great way to play games, purchase your favorites for birthdays, Christmas, etc. and help GPCS. GPCS will receive 50% of all sales that night. Bring it!
Alumni in Business
The following alumni or former students are involved in their own business.
1. Ami DeRienzo has started her own business which is a full online grocery store with delivery service. Check out her web site at www.mainegrocerydelivery.com.
2. Melissa L'Heureux Morehead (class of 1991) is a stylist with Stella Dot Jewelry. Her web site is stelladot.com/melissamorehead.
3. Natalie Fry McCleary (class of 2000) is a jewelry designer. You can check out her jewelry at www.bynataliejean.com.
Alumni Update
Alexandra Fillmore (class of 2003) can be seen in the promo for Advent Group Ministries. Go to www.adventgm.com.
Jameson Trudel (class of 2004) & Kimberly Nevers Trudel (class of 2007) are expecting their first baby.
Tyler Kinney (class of 2010) is engaged to be married.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
GPCS Homecoming 2010
GPCS LIONS
Saturday October 9th Schedule:
Enjoy a day of soccer between GPCS and Calvary Christian.
11:30AM JV Game
1:00PM Boosters Informational Meeting
1:30PM Girls Varsity Game
3:30PM Boys Varsity Game
5:00PM Cookout
5:40PM Alumni Game
Calling All Alumni!
We need you to attend homecoming. We are ending the day with our annual alumni game, where the alumni play the varsity players!
GPCS Boosters Informational Meeting
This will be the first meeting to gauge interest from alumni and the GPCS family in forming a boosters club to help support GPCS athletics. We need everyone who has an interest in helping to provide GPCS student athletes with the highest quality experience possible.
Goals that we hope to accomplish are:
- Determining the level of participation
- How to prioritize athletic needs.
- Fundraising ideas.
- Scheduling monthly meetings.
- Communicating with and involving alumni who are not in the area. (newsletter, website, direct contact)
- Ideas to strengthen current student-athletes pride in GPCS athletics that will hopefully carry over after they graduate.
- Select liaison with current GPCS fundraising committee.
- Business sponsorship?
Breast Cancer Awareness:
In addition to our annual homecoming traditions, GPCS and Calvary Christian School will be celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month. All of the players will wear pink armbands to remind women that early detection significantly increases your chance of survival.
April St Cyr’s (1992) mom; is making the pink armbands for the players to wear. She is a 16 year breast cancer survivor.
Please let us know if you or a loved one is a survivor, or has lost their battle with breast cancer.
GPCS LIONS
Join us for
Homecoming
October 9, 2010
A fun filled day of soccer and fellowship with your Greater Portland Christian School Community.
We will have concession stand for lunchtime and fun games for young kids.
Volunteers Needed:
We need volunteers to help run a concession stand.
Saturday October 9th Schedule:
Enjoy a day of soccer between GPCS and Calvary Christian.
11:30AM JV Game
1:00PM Boosters Informational Meeting
1:30PM Girls Varsity Game
3:30PM Boys Varsity Game
5:00PM Cookout
5:40PM Alumni Game
Calling All Alumni!
We need you to attend homecoming. We are ending the day with our annual alumni game, where the alumni play the varsity players!
GPCS Boosters Informational Meeting
This will be the first meeting to gauge interest from alumni and the GPCS family in forming a boosters club to help support GPCS athletics. We need everyone who has an interest in helping to provide GPCS student athletes with the highest quality experience possible.
Goals that we hope to accomplish are:
- Determining the level of participation
- How to prioritize athletic needs.
- Fundraising ideas.
- Scheduling monthly meetings.
- Communicating with and involving alumni who are not in the area. (newsletter, website, direct contact)
- Ideas to strengthen current student-athletes pride in GPCS athletics that will hopefully carry over after they graduate.
- Select liaison with current GPCS fundraising committee.
- Business sponsorship?
Breast Cancer Awareness:
In addition to our annual homecoming traditions, GPCS and Calvary Christian School will be celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month. All of the players will wear pink armbands to remind women that early detection significantly increases your chance of survival.
April St Cyr’s (1992) mom; is making the pink armbands for the players to wear. She is a 16 year breast cancer survivor.
Please let us know if you or a loved one is a survivor, or has lost their battle with breast cancer.
GPCS LIONS
Join us for
Homecoming
October 9, 2010
A fun filled day of soccer and fellowship with your Greater Portland Christian School Community.
We will have concession stand for lunchtime and fun games for young kids.
Volunteers Needed:
We need volunteers to help run a concession stand.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
September 2010
GPCS Says Good-bye…
This summer a letter went out concerning Mary Willink’s retirement. An excerpt from the letter follows. “It was with great sadness that the GPCS Board received the announcement of Mrs. Mary Willink’s retirement, effective in late August. Mary and her husband have been seeking God's leading regarding their future and feel that now is the time for them to move closer to their families in Michigan.”
On August 10, GPCS held a farewell party for Mrs. Willink. It was a nice evening at First Baptist of South Portland. Alumni from the 80’s, the 90’s, the 00’s, and the 10’s were in attendance! It was such a blessing to see so many of you and we were honored. There was a time for alumni, faculty, board, & friends to share and say good-bye. Below is a letter from Mary thanking everyone.
Dear GPCS Family,
Thank you sincerely for the very touching, emotional, and fun Farewell Party! It was so wonderful to see and talk to many teachers, parents, alumni, and current students! Thank you, Mrs. Woodward, Miss Will, and others I am not aware of, for providing refreshments and decorations. The sunflowers were and still are stunning! The painting of the school by Diane Eastwood is a gift I will treasure forever! I will prominently display it in my new home in Michigan and will constantly entertain Michigan family and friends with stories about GPCS!! Thank you, Mrs. Keenan, for the nostalgic slide show! It's good to know that "Education is Happening." Thank you, Mr. Bamford, for being such a gracious host. Thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Hasbrouck and the clean-up crew, for hanging around to clean up and lock up.
Thank you to all of the wonderful people (you know who you are) who have touched my life during my 40 years in Maine. Each one of you has shaped and enriched my life, and I thank God that He provided the circumstances for our paths to cross. Leaving Maine is a very bittersweet experience. I feel as if I am leaving one very dear family to go to my other very dear family. Upon parting may God bless us and keep us and grant us His peace. "To God be the glory, great things He hath done;..."
Blessings and bye for now,
Mrs. Mary Willink
Mrs. Mary Willink’s New Address is:
P. S. Our new address is
16243 Warner Street, Grand Haven, MI 49417 Our e-mail will stay wmwillink@aol.com
GPCS Events:
Ø September 14: Double-header Varsity Soccer home games. Girls at 2:00pm & Boys at 4:00pm.
Ø September 23: Christian College Fair.
Ø October 2: Homecoming
Stay Connected:
There are many ways to stay connected to your Alma Mater!
1. GPCS sends by mail, 4 updates every school year. If you would like to get this mailing, send the school your mailing address. You can send your address to 1338 Broadway, South Portland, Me 04106, or call 207-767-5123 or email admin@gpcs.net.
2. GPCS also has a Facebook page. Become a friend to GPCS Lions. The Facebook page is use to let you know of upcoming events at school or for the school.
3. GPCS is on Twitter! Tweets are made for upcoming events. Become a follower. Account name is gpcslions.
4. GPCS has a blog on Blogspot. I do a monthly alumni update using this blog and it is also automatically posted on Facebook. The blog name is GPCS Alumni Update.
Alumni News:
Ø John Aiken (class of 2000) and his wife had a girl, Gracie Rayne.
Ø Joel Bamford (class of 2000) and his wife had a boy, Maxwell Charles.
Ø Former student, Andrew Foster and his wife had a girl, Abigail Grace.
Ø Jennie Keenan Harrell (class of 2001) and her husband had a girl, Fiona Lynne.
Ø Kelsey Yarborough Castro (class of 2006) is expecting a baby.
Ø Crystal Johnson (class of 2004) is engaged to be married.
Ø Emily Johnson (class of 2006) competed in the Maine’s Next Top Model Competition and won.
Homecoming 2010
GPCS Homecoming 2010 is Saturday, October 2. The day will begin with the GPCS Varsity Girls taking on Calvary at 1:00pm. This is followed by the GPCS Varsity Boys taking on Calvary at 3:00pm. After the games, we will have a cook out. But, you will not want to stuff yourself because we hope to end the evening with an alumni game of soccer. Specific details will follow on Facebook. Mark your calendars and return to your alma mater for a day of SOCCER!
Reunion:
This past summer the class of 1985 held a reunion out on Sebago Lake. They also invited classmates from other 80’s years. The following alumni enjoyed an afternoon on the lake:
· John Libby- class of 1985
· Cathy Ford Austin- class of 1985
· Chris Goodall- class of 1985
· Glorianne Chute Schott- class of 1984
· Karen Audet Chaisson- class of 1984
· Wendy Pillsbury Fry- class of 1985
· Brendan McKay- class of 1984
· Bonnie Chick Harrison- class of 1984
· John Miner- class of 1985
· Esther Mincks Waldrop- class of 1985
· Renee Sturgeon Hasty- class of 1988
· Matthew Hasty- class of 1985
· Mara Ranger- class of 1985
· Susan Sutton- former student of the 80’s
This summer a letter went out concerning Mary Willink’s retirement. An excerpt from the letter follows. “It was with great sadness that the GPCS Board received the announcement of Mrs. Mary Willink’s retirement, effective in late August. Mary and her husband have been seeking God's leading regarding their future and feel that now is the time for them to move closer to their families in Michigan.”
On August 10, GPCS held a farewell party for Mrs. Willink. It was a nice evening at First Baptist of South Portland. Alumni from the 80’s, the 90’s, the 00’s, and the 10’s were in attendance! It was such a blessing to see so many of you and we were honored. There was a time for alumni, faculty, board, & friends to share and say good-bye. Below is a letter from Mary thanking everyone.
Dear GPCS Family,
Thank you sincerely for the very touching, emotional, and fun Farewell Party! It was so wonderful to see and talk to many teachers, parents, alumni, and current students! Thank you, Mrs. Woodward, Miss Will, and others I am not aware of, for providing refreshments and decorations. The sunflowers were and still are stunning! The painting of the school by Diane Eastwood is a gift I will treasure forever! I will prominently display it in my new home in Michigan and will constantly entertain Michigan family and friends with stories about GPCS!! Thank you, Mrs. Keenan, for the nostalgic slide show! It's good to know that "Education is Happening." Thank you, Mr. Bamford, for being such a gracious host. Thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Hasbrouck and the clean-up crew, for hanging around to clean up and lock up.
Thank you to all of the wonderful people (you know who you are) who have touched my life during my 40 years in Maine. Each one of you has shaped and enriched my life, and I thank God that He provided the circumstances for our paths to cross. Leaving Maine is a very bittersweet experience. I feel as if I am leaving one very dear family to go to my other very dear family. Upon parting may God bless us and keep us and grant us His peace. "To God be the glory, great things He hath done;..."
Blessings and bye for now,
Mrs. Mary Willink
Mrs. Mary Willink’s New Address is:
P. S. Our new address is
16243 Warner Street, Grand Haven, MI 49417 Our e-mail will stay wmwillink@aol.com
GPCS Events:
Ø September 14: Double-header Varsity Soccer home games. Girls at 2:00pm & Boys at 4:00pm.
Ø September 23: Christian College Fair.
Ø October 2: Homecoming
Stay Connected:
There are many ways to stay connected to your Alma Mater!
1. GPCS sends by mail, 4 updates every school year. If you would like to get this mailing, send the school your mailing address. You can send your address to 1338 Broadway, South Portland, Me 04106, or call 207-767-5123 or email admin@gpcs.net.
2. GPCS also has a Facebook page. Become a friend to GPCS Lions. The Facebook page is use to let you know of upcoming events at school or for the school.
3. GPCS is on Twitter! Tweets are made for upcoming events. Become a follower. Account name is gpcslions.
4. GPCS has a blog on Blogspot. I do a monthly alumni update using this blog and it is also automatically posted on Facebook. The blog name is GPCS Alumni Update.
Alumni News:
Ø John Aiken (class of 2000) and his wife had a girl, Gracie Rayne.
Ø Joel Bamford (class of 2000) and his wife had a boy, Maxwell Charles.
Ø Former student, Andrew Foster and his wife had a girl, Abigail Grace.
Ø Jennie Keenan Harrell (class of 2001) and her husband had a girl, Fiona Lynne.
Ø Kelsey Yarborough Castro (class of 2006) is expecting a baby.
Ø Crystal Johnson (class of 2004) is engaged to be married.
Ø Emily Johnson (class of 2006) competed in the Maine’s Next Top Model Competition and won.
Homecoming 2010
GPCS Homecoming 2010 is Saturday, October 2. The day will begin with the GPCS Varsity Girls taking on Calvary at 1:00pm. This is followed by the GPCS Varsity Boys taking on Calvary at 3:00pm. After the games, we will have a cook out. But, you will not want to stuff yourself because we hope to end the evening with an alumni game of soccer. Specific details will follow on Facebook. Mark your calendars and return to your alma mater for a day of SOCCER!
Reunion:
This past summer the class of 1985 held a reunion out on Sebago Lake. They also invited classmates from other 80’s years. The following alumni enjoyed an afternoon on the lake:
· John Libby- class of 1985
· Cathy Ford Austin- class of 1985
· Chris Goodall- class of 1985
· Glorianne Chute Schott- class of 1984
· Karen Audet Chaisson- class of 1984
· Wendy Pillsbury Fry- class of 1985
· Brendan McKay- class of 1984
· Bonnie Chick Harrison- class of 1984
· John Miner- class of 1985
· Esther Mincks Waldrop- class of 1985
· Renee Sturgeon Hasty- class of 1988
· Matthew Hasty- class of 1985
· Mara Ranger- class of 1985
· Susan Sutton- former student of the 80’s
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
May- GPCS Alumni Update
Gilbert & Sullivans
A GPCS tradition in May is the Gilbert & Sullivan production. This year's show was "The Mikado". These shows bring current families, past families, alumni, past teachers, etc. all back to school and bring to mind many memories. A few of the alumni spotted were: Alex Whalen (class of 2009), Nathan Strout (class of 2009), Kathleen Sullivan (class of 2007), Vicky Woodward (class of 2007), Amanda Carlson (class of 1997), Shannon Carlson (class of 2005), Onycha Carlson (class of 2007), Matthew Scribner (class of 2009), John Scribner (class of 2005), Derek Green (class of 2008), Ben Cornwall (class of 2009), Sarah Martin (class of 2007),Julia Libby Eiten (class of 1989), David Libby (class of 1988), Jolene Pillsbury Kinney ( class of 1988) & Dustin Freeman (class of 2004). Former faculty members spotted were Anne MacDonald & Faye Prescott. Past school families/ students seen at the shows were the Street's, von Salza Brown's, & Analiese Enright. There were several home school students who have been in these productions as well at this year's performances; Hannah Peterson, Josh Hasbrouck, Keturah Hasbrouck, to name a few. The show did have a few alumni helping to make it a success with Jon Libby (class of 1985) singing, David Hasbrouck (class of 2005) helping with lights, and a favorite cast member- Mr. Jim Bauer.
GPCS Graduation 2010
Graduation will be June 4 at South Portland Church of the Nazarene. The ceremony begins at 7:00pm. GPCS is graduating 7 students and crossing the 300 mark in the number of students graduated from GPCS! These year graduates are: Nathan Carlson, Mercedes Foss, Tyler Kinney, Kendra Pearson, Alicia Ruiz, Tiffany Tarbox, & Rebecca Vandette. Soon you might see these names listed with the (class of 2010) following their names.
Alumni News:
- Susan Wolf has reserved the pavilion at Sebago Lake for a reunion of the class of 1985 on July 31st. The day begins at 10:00am. Bring your own food and enjoy a day on the lake and catching up with old classmates. Susan invites students from Class of 1983- 1987 and faculty. Bring your family! For more info contact Susan at wbwolf4@hotmail.com or 908-789-7427.
- Matthew Foss (class of 2000) is currently serving over in Afghanistan. You can send notes of encouragement to: PFC Matthew Foss, 1136th Transportation Co., Camp Eggars, Afghanistan, APO AE 09356.
-Engaged: Kevin Verrier (class of 1997), wedding planned for fall.
- Marriages: Russell MacDougall (class of 2008) to Elizabeth Mason (class of 2003) were wed April 17th. Zach Taylor (class of 2005) to Anstasia Street (member of class of 2009) were wed May 15. Tim York (class of 2000 was married May 15.
- Baby News: Matthew Hilbelink (class of 1999) and his wife had baby number 3 on March 20.
- David Kelly (class of 2005) has returned to the United States with his bride from Ecuador.
A GPCS tradition in May is the Gilbert & Sullivan production. This year's show was "The Mikado". These shows bring current families, past families, alumni, past teachers, etc. all back to school and bring to mind many memories. A few of the alumni spotted were: Alex Whalen (class of 2009), Nathan Strout (class of 2009), Kathleen Sullivan (class of 2007), Vicky Woodward (class of 2007), Amanda Carlson (class of 1997), Shannon Carlson (class of 2005), Onycha Carlson (class of 2007), Matthew Scribner (class of 2009), John Scribner (class of 2005), Derek Green (class of 2008), Ben Cornwall (class of 2009), Sarah Martin (class of 2007),Julia Libby Eiten (class of 1989), David Libby (class of 1988), Jolene Pillsbury Kinney ( class of 1988) & Dustin Freeman (class of 2004). Former faculty members spotted were Anne MacDonald & Faye Prescott. Past school families/ students seen at the shows were the Street's, von Salza Brown's, & Analiese Enright. There were several home school students who have been in these productions as well at this year's performances; Hannah Peterson, Josh Hasbrouck, Keturah Hasbrouck, to name a few. The show did have a few alumni helping to make it a success with Jon Libby (class of 1985) singing, David Hasbrouck (class of 2005) helping with lights, and a favorite cast member- Mr. Jim Bauer.
GPCS Graduation 2010
Graduation will be June 4 at South Portland Church of the Nazarene. The ceremony begins at 7:00pm. GPCS is graduating 7 students and crossing the 300 mark in the number of students graduated from GPCS! These year graduates are: Nathan Carlson, Mercedes Foss, Tyler Kinney, Kendra Pearson, Alicia Ruiz, Tiffany Tarbox, & Rebecca Vandette. Soon you might see these names listed with the (class of 2010) following their names.
Alumni News:
- Susan Wolf has reserved the pavilion at Sebago Lake for a reunion of the class of 1985 on July 31st. The day begins at 10:00am. Bring your own food and enjoy a day on the lake and catching up with old classmates. Susan invites students from Class of 1983- 1987 and faculty. Bring your family! For more info contact Susan at wbwolf4@hotmail.com or 908-789-7427.
- Matthew Foss (class of 2000) is currently serving over in Afghanistan. You can send notes of encouragement to: PFC Matthew Foss, 1136th Transportation Co., Camp Eggars, Afghanistan, APO AE 09356.
-Engaged: Kevin Verrier (class of 1997), wedding planned for fall.
- Marriages: Russell MacDougall (class of 2008) to Elizabeth Mason (class of 2003) were wed April 17th. Zach Taylor (class of 2005) to Anstasia Street (member of class of 2009) were wed May 15. Tim York (class of 2000 was married May 15.
- Baby News: Matthew Hilbelink (class of 1999) and his wife had baby number 3 on March 20.
- David Kelly (class of 2005) has returned to the United States with his bride from Ecuador.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
GPCS Musical Season Begins!
Greater Portland Christian School
presents…
1. “The Mikado” by Gilbert & Sullivan – performances
May 7,8,14, & 15 at 7:30pm by GPCS High School Chorus
2. “God’s Plan 4 You”- performances May 20 &21 at 7:00pm by Elementary Music
3. “Stone Soup”- performance June 3 at 6:30pm by GPCS Children & Friend’s Chorus
All performances held at GPCS.
Call 767-5123 or go to www.gpcs.net for more information.
presents…
1. “The Mikado” by Gilbert & Sullivan – performances
May 7,8,14, & 15 at 7:30pm by GPCS High School Chorus
2. “God’s Plan 4 You”- performances May 20 &21 at 7:00pm by Elementary Music
3. “Stone Soup”- performance June 3 at 6:30pm by GPCS Children & Friend’s Chorus
All performances held at GPCS.
Call 767-5123 or go to www.gpcs.net for more information.
Monday, March 22, 2010
March Update 2010
GPCS Open House
Greater Portland Christian School invites you all to our Open House on Saturday, March 27 from 10:00am- Noon. Come and meet our faculty, view our curriculum and tour our facility. We would love to meet you and share with you our joy in being a part of this ministry!
GPCS Varsity Girls Win MPA Sportsmanship Banner
The Varsity Girls Basketball Team made it to Augusta this year! They ended their season ranked 8th and played in the quarterfinals. The team took a loss to the number one ranked team, Richmond. However, the team earned the MPA Sportsmanship Award for Class D West. The team was presented the banner at the Class D Championship Game. These games are televised on PBS. Our girl’s team looked great! Congratulations!
GPCS Events:
Ø May 7,8,14, &15: “Mikado” 7:30pm.
Ø May 20 & 21: Elementary Musical
Ø June 4: GPCS Graduation 2010.
Stay Connected:
There are many ways to stay connected to your Alma Mater!
1. GPCS sends by mail, 4 updates every school year. If you would like to get this mailing, send the school your mailing address. You can send your address to 1338 Broadway, South Portland, Me 04106, or call 207-767-5123 or email admin@gpcs.net.
2. GPCS also has a Facebook page. Become a friend to GPCS Lions. The Facebook page is use to let you know of upcoming events at school or for the school.
3. GPCS is on Twitter! Tweets are made for upcoming events. Become a follower. Account name is gpcslions.
4. GPCS has a blog on Blogspot. I do a monthly alumni update using this blog and it is also automatically posted on Facebook. The blog name is GPCS Alumni Update.
Alumni News:
Ø Jennifer Titus (class of 2007) is engaged to be married. Wedding is November 12.
Ø Zachary Taylor (class of 2005) is engaged to be married to former student Anastasia Street (member of the class of 2009).
Ø Stephen Prescott (class of 2003) is engaged to be married.
Ø John Aiken (class of 2000) and his wife are expecting a girl this summer.
Ø Joel Bamford (class of 2000) and his wife are expecting their 1st child.
Ø Former student, Andrew Foster and his wife are expecting their 2nd child.
Ø Jennie Keenan Harrell (class of 2001) and her husband are expecting their 2nd child.
Ø Nicole Libby Axelsen (class of 2000) is expecting a child.
Ø Stephanie Nevers Allen (class of 2006) had a baby boy. Daniel Michael Allen Jr was born March 1 weighing 9lb.12oz.
Ø Lindsay Carlson (class of 2003) was married in February.
Ø Becky Wiggins (class of 1999) currently in Costa Rica studying at the Instituto de Lengua Espanola. Pray for her as she learns Spanish and for continue growth in funding to serve with Mexican Medical Ministries.
Ø Jim Grumbine (former student) has launched a fashion line, Faith & Fortune. Go to his web site at www.faithfortune.com and check it out! “More than just an apparel line, Faith & Fortune is a brand that requests a lifestyle and measurable action steps of its community members.” Jim is also running in the Boston Marathon on April 19. He is raising money for Cystic Fibrosis.
Ø Stephanie Babirak (class of 2007) is a member of Vigilance Committee band. Their band will be performing in Maine. Mark these dates on your calendar; April 2 at She Doesn’t Like Guthrie’s in Lewiston and April 3 at Geno’s Rock Club in Portland. Both shows are 7:00pm-10:00pm.
Ø Dr. & Mrs. Don & Doreen Theriault (former GPCS parents) are heading to Uganda on a mission trip. Check out his letter with this flyer.
Reunion:
The class of 2000 celebrated their 10th year class reunion on Saturday, March 6 at Tortilla Flats in Portland.
Greater Portland Christian School invites you all to our Open House on Saturday, March 27 from 10:00am- Noon. Come and meet our faculty, view our curriculum and tour our facility. We would love to meet you and share with you our joy in being a part of this ministry!
GPCS Varsity Girls Win MPA Sportsmanship Banner
The Varsity Girls Basketball Team made it to Augusta this year! They ended their season ranked 8th and played in the quarterfinals. The team took a loss to the number one ranked team, Richmond. However, the team earned the MPA Sportsmanship Award for Class D West. The team was presented the banner at the Class D Championship Game. These games are televised on PBS. Our girl’s team looked great! Congratulations!
GPCS Events:
Ø May 7,8,14, &15: “Mikado” 7:30pm.
Ø May 20 & 21: Elementary Musical
Ø June 4: GPCS Graduation 2010.
Stay Connected:
There are many ways to stay connected to your Alma Mater!
1. GPCS sends by mail, 4 updates every school year. If you would like to get this mailing, send the school your mailing address. You can send your address to 1338 Broadway, South Portland, Me 04106, or call 207-767-5123 or email admin@gpcs.net.
2. GPCS also has a Facebook page. Become a friend to GPCS Lions. The Facebook page is use to let you know of upcoming events at school or for the school.
3. GPCS is on Twitter! Tweets are made for upcoming events. Become a follower. Account name is gpcslions.
4. GPCS has a blog on Blogspot. I do a monthly alumni update using this blog and it is also automatically posted on Facebook. The blog name is GPCS Alumni Update.
Alumni News:
Ø Jennifer Titus (class of 2007) is engaged to be married. Wedding is November 12.
Ø Zachary Taylor (class of 2005) is engaged to be married to former student Anastasia Street (member of the class of 2009).
Ø Stephen Prescott (class of 2003) is engaged to be married.
Ø John Aiken (class of 2000) and his wife are expecting a girl this summer.
Ø Joel Bamford (class of 2000) and his wife are expecting their 1st child.
Ø Former student, Andrew Foster and his wife are expecting their 2nd child.
Ø Jennie Keenan Harrell (class of 2001) and her husband are expecting their 2nd child.
Ø Nicole Libby Axelsen (class of 2000) is expecting a child.
Ø Stephanie Nevers Allen (class of 2006) had a baby boy. Daniel Michael Allen Jr was born March 1 weighing 9lb.12oz.
Ø Lindsay Carlson (class of 2003) was married in February.
Ø Becky Wiggins (class of 1999) currently in Costa Rica studying at the Instituto de Lengua Espanola. Pray for her as she learns Spanish and for continue growth in funding to serve with Mexican Medical Ministries.
Ø Jim Grumbine (former student) has launched a fashion line, Faith & Fortune. Go to his web site at www.faithfortune.com and check it out! “More than just an apparel line, Faith & Fortune is a brand that requests a lifestyle and measurable action steps of its community members.” Jim is also running in the Boston Marathon on April 19. He is raising money for Cystic Fibrosis.
Ø Stephanie Babirak (class of 2007) is a member of Vigilance Committee band. Their band will be performing in Maine. Mark these dates on your calendar; April 2 at She Doesn’t Like Guthrie’s in Lewiston and April 3 at Geno’s Rock Club in Portland. Both shows are 7:00pm-10:00pm.
Ø Dr. & Mrs. Don & Doreen Theriault (former GPCS parents) are heading to Uganda on a mission trip. Check out his letter with this flyer.
Reunion:
The class of 2000 celebrated their 10th year class reunion on Saturday, March 6 at Tortilla Flats in Portland.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Class of 1985 Reunion!
Invitation to all GPCS students from the Class of 1985 & students from class of 1983-1987. You all are welcome to come, bring food, bring your lake gear to The Pavillion at Sebego Lake, Maine. The Pavillion is located on Songo Beach. It is reserved for Saturday, July 31st. Your whole family is welcome to come to the lake and eat, swim, etc. We can also share good and funny memories of GPCS and get caught up with each other on where we are now. For more information, contact Susan Sutton Wolf at wbwolf4@hotmail.com or call 908-789-7427.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
GPCS Reunion: Class of 2000
Ten Year Reunion- Class of 2000
Ten years ago, GPCS graduated 15 students. This class recently celebrated their 10 year reunion. The class met at Tortilla Flats last Saturday, March 6. The classmates that attended were: Joel Bamford, Stephen Congdon, Matthew Foss, Mark Friedlander, Natalie Fry Cleary, Phillip Jones, Nicole Libby Axelsen, Andrea Roberge Ashe, Sara Ryder Labacz, Christie Spring, and Tim York. Only 4 were unable to attend; John Aiken, Kristin Bickford, David DeRienzo & Dan Williams. Former classmate, Andrew Foster also attended. So what is the latest about these 15 students? The following are engaged: Tim York & Kristin Bickford. The classmates that are married are: Natalie Fry Cleary, Andrea Robere Ashe, Nicole Libby Axelsen, Sara Ryder Labacz, David DeRienzo, Joel Bamford, Phil Jones & John Aiken. The following past students are expecting: Joel Bamford & his wife, John Aiken & his wife, Andrew Foster & his wife, and Nicole Libby Axelsen & her husband. There are three alumni with children; Matt Foss, Sara Ryder Labacz, & Phil Jones. Matt Foss will be deployed soon. Your prayers for him would be greatly appreciated. Mark Friedlander is working in theatre and living in New York City. A nice time was had by all and all enjoyed seeing each other again and getting caught up!
Ten years ago, GPCS graduated 15 students. This class recently celebrated their 10 year reunion. The class met at Tortilla Flats last Saturday, March 6. The classmates that attended were: Joel Bamford, Stephen Congdon, Matthew Foss, Mark Friedlander, Natalie Fry Cleary, Phillip Jones, Nicole Libby Axelsen, Andrea Roberge Ashe, Sara Ryder Labacz, Christie Spring, and Tim York. Only 4 were unable to attend; John Aiken, Kristin Bickford, David DeRienzo & Dan Williams. Former classmate, Andrew Foster also attended. So what is the latest about these 15 students? The following are engaged: Tim York & Kristin Bickford. The classmates that are married are: Natalie Fry Cleary, Andrea Robere Ashe, Nicole Libby Axelsen, Sara Ryder Labacz, David DeRienzo, Joel Bamford, Phil Jones & John Aiken. The following past students are expecting: Joel Bamford & his wife, John Aiken & his wife, Andrew Foster & his wife, and Nicole Libby Axelsen & her husband. There are three alumni with children; Matt Foss, Sara Ryder Labacz, & Phil Jones. Matt Foss will be deployed soon. Your prayers for him would be greatly appreciated. Mark Friedlander is working in theatre and living in New York City. A nice time was had by all and all enjoyed seeing each other again and getting caught up!
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
February Update
GPCS Varsity Basketball Season
Greater Portland Christian School Basketball Season is coming to an end. The GPCS Varsity Boys Team participated in the Maine Christian Sports League. The team ended the season with a 9-5 record landing them in 3rd place heading into the quarterfinals. GPCS faced Windham Christian School at the quarterfinal game. The boys did not get the win that night.
The GPCS Varsity Girls Team participated in the MPA. Their record is 8-8 and they are ranked 8th. This means the girls are going to AUGUSTA! The team will play Richmond on Tuesday, February 16 at 11:30am. Come and cheer on your alma mater!
We have been so thankful to have alumni involved in our coaching this season. But, we have had alumni at the games cheering! Some alumni spotted were: Kathleen Sullivan (class of 2007), Derek Green (class of 2008), Nathan Strout (class of 2009), Alex Whalen (class of 2009), Matthew Congdon (class of 2008), Megan Waugh (class of 2008), Jonathan Koenig (class of 2008), Meghan Murray (class of 2006), Geoff Taylor (class of 2006), Joel Bamford (class of 2000), Jared Bamford (class of 2006), Scott Keenan (class of 2003), Debbie Coffin (class of 1989)… to name a few. Also spotted was former student Ginger Freeman, and her folks (past faculty& board members) Hugh & Jan Pillsbury. Other faculty spotted at the games were Mrs. Simpson, Mrs. Willink, Mrs. Sarver, Mrs. Strout, Mrs. Waugh, Mr. Marston, Mr. Dawson, Mrs. Margaret Pearson Swartz & Mrs. Fillmore.
Hope to see you in Augusta!
Alumni Updates:
Greater Portland Christian School desires to keep in touch with each of our alumni. There are many ways we are reaching out. Our hope is that one or more of these ways will be easy and convenient to you.
GPCS sends our a newsletter quarterly via mail.
GPCS emails an update monthly.
GPCS posts the update on facebook -Gpcs Lions.
Follow our blog– GPCS Alumni Update.
Follow our tweets– gpcslions.
GPCS Events:
March 5-6: One Act Drama Festival
March 27: Open House 10:00am– noon.
May 1: High School Banquet
May 7,8,14,& 15: Gilbert & Sullivan Musical
May 20 & 21: Elementary Musical
June 4: 2010 Graduation
Greater Portland Christian School Basketball Season is coming to an end. The GPCS Varsity Boys Team participated in the Maine Christian Sports League. The team ended the season with a 9-5 record landing them in 3rd place heading into the quarterfinals. GPCS faced Windham Christian School at the quarterfinal game. The boys did not get the win that night.
The GPCS Varsity Girls Team participated in the MPA. Their record is 8-8 and they are ranked 8th. This means the girls are going to AUGUSTA! The team will play Richmond on Tuesday, February 16 at 11:30am. Come and cheer on your alma mater!
We have been so thankful to have alumni involved in our coaching this season. But, we have had alumni at the games cheering! Some alumni spotted were: Kathleen Sullivan (class of 2007), Derek Green (class of 2008), Nathan Strout (class of 2009), Alex Whalen (class of 2009), Matthew Congdon (class of 2008), Megan Waugh (class of 2008), Jonathan Koenig (class of 2008), Meghan Murray (class of 2006), Geoff Taylor (class of 2006), Joel Bamford (class of 2000), Jared Bamford (class of 2006), Scott Keenan (class of 2003), Debbie Coffin (class of 1989)… to name a few. Also spotted was former student Ginger Freeman, and her folks (past faculty& board members) Hugh & Jan Pillsbury. Other faculty spotted at the games were Mrs. Simpson, Mrs. Willink, Mrs. Sarver, Mrs. Strout, Mrs. Waugh, Mr. Marston, Mr. Dawson, Mrs. Margaret Pearson Swartz & Mrs. Fillmore.
Hope to see you in Augusta!
Alumni Updates:
Greater Portland Christian School desires to keep in touch with each of our alumni. There are many ways we are reaching out. Our hope is that one or more of these ways will be easy and convenient to you.
GPCS sends our a newsletter quarterly via mail.
GPCS emails an update monthly.
GPCS posts the update on facebook -Gpcs Lions.
Follow our blog– GPCS Alumni Update.
Follow our tweets– gpcslions.
GPCS Events:
March 5-6: One Act Drama Festival
March 27: Open House 10:00am– noon.
May 1: High School Banquet
May 7,8,14,& 15: Gilbert & Sullivan Musical
May 20 & 21: Elementary Musical
June 4: 2010 Graduation
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
January Alumni Update
GPCS Christmas Concert
GPCS held it’s Annual Christmas Concert on December 21st. The concert features all the choruses offered at school. Again, it was a lovely evening with students all dressed up, beautiful Christmas music, wonderful solos, and lots of family in attendance.
The following alumni were spotted at the concert; Alex Whalen (class of 2009), Nathan Strout (class of 2009), Vicky Woodward (class of 2007), Luke Theriault (class of 2009), Robbie Conant (class of 1990), Julia Libby Eiten (class of 1989), Jonathan Libby (class of 1985), Jennifer Titus (class of 2007), Debbie Coffin (class of 1989), Matt Scribner (class of 2009), Rachel Carlson (class of 2001), David Hasbrouck (class of 2005) & Tim Chick (class of 1988).
There were several former students and past homeschoolers present too. Matthew Pillsbury, Evan Pillsbury, Hannah Peterson, & Danielle Woodward attended the concert.
Several alumni children were in the concert; Arjan Eiten (Julia Libby Eiten), Emily Libby (Jonathan Libby), Adam Simpson (Steve Simpson) and Lydia Chick (Tim Chick).
GPCS had several faculty members present & past in attendance; Keith Dawson, Margaret Pearson Swartz, Phil Andrukaitus, Bonnie Helms, Mary Willink, Charlene Simpson, Kim Rudolph, & Lana Bradbury.
Another great concert!
GPCS Basketball Season
GPCS Basketball Program carries on this year with a lot of help from alumni and former students!
The Jr High Boys Basketball Team is coached by Andy Foss (class of 2005) and former student Mike Jones (with class of 2006), the Varsity Girls Basketball Team’s Assistant Coach is Bethany Green (class of 2009), and the Varsity Boys Basketball Team’s Assistant Coach is former student Andrew Foster ( with class of 2000).
GPCS appreciates Alumni volunteering!
GPCS held it’s Annual Christmas Concert on December 21st. The concert features all the choruses offered at school. Again, it was a lovely evening with students all dressed up, beautiful Christmas music, wonderful solos, and lots of family in attendance.
The following alumni were spotted at the concert; Alex Whalen (class of 2009), Nathan Strout (class of 2009), Vicky Woodward (class of 2007), Luke Theriault (class of 2009), Robbie Conant (class of 1990), Julia Libby Eiten (class of 1989), Jonathan Libby (class of 1985), Jennifer Titus (class of 2007), Debbie Coffin (class of 1989), Matt Scribner (class of 2009), Rachel Carlson (class of 2001), David Hasbrouck (class of 2005) & Tim Chick (class of 1988).
There were several former students and past homeschoolers present too. Matthew Pillsbury, Evan Pillsbury, Hannah Peterson, & Danielle Woodward attended the concert.
Several alumni children were in the concert; Arjan Eiten (Julia Libby Eiten), Emily Libby (Jonathan Libby), Adam Simpson (Steve Simpson) and Lydia Chick (Tim Chick).
GPCS had several faculty members present & past in attendance; Keith Dawson, Margaret Pearson Swartz, Phil Andrukaitus, Bonnie Helms, Mary Willink, Charlene Simpson, Kim Rudolph, & Lana Bradbury.
Another great concert!
GPCS Basketball Season
GPCS Basketball Program carries on this year with a lot of help from alumni and former students!
The Jr High Boys Basketball Team is coached by Andy Foss (class of 2005) and former student Mike Jones (with class of 2006), the Varsity Girls Basketball Team’s Assistant Coach is Bethany Green (class of 2009), and the Varsity Boys Basketball Team’s Assistant Coach is former student Andrew Foster ( with class of 2000).
GPCS appreciates Alumni volunteering!
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Benefit Concert at Christmas Time!
The benefit concert for GPCS this past weekend was a wonderful evening with audience full of past school families and present school families. Thank you to First Evangelical Free Church for hosting the concert! Some of the past school families spotted were: Sam & Sandy Bond, JD & Jan Schnackenburg, George & Linda Roth, Bill & Lois Bamford (Bill serves on the board however his children have graduated), David & Judith Murray, Mary Levesque, & Donna Jones. Some of the present school families spotted were: Darrin & Linda Sacre, Aaron & Ali Gant, Angie Elder, Dan & Imelda Maxwell, David Perkins, Dan & Pat Marston, Steve & Patty Whiting, and Tim & Connie Woodward. Some of our present students in attendance were; Kialeigh Marston, Olivia Elder, Warren Elder, Madison Gant, Faith Sacre, Tophe Woodward, James Perkins, Ben Perkins, Than Peterson, Jennie Barney, Nathaniel Davis, & Jonathan Maxwell. A few alumni and former students were in the audience as well; Bethany Green (class of 2009), Derek Green (class of 2008), Danielle Woodward (former student with 2010),
Taylor Jerome (class of 2004) & Melissa St. Cyr Williams (class of 1997).
Faculty and Board members were in attendance too. Bill Bamford and Steve Whiting from the board and Jeannie Fillmore & Jenn Will of our faculty. GPCS is so appreciative of the performers; Frank Marston (GPCS Faculty), Mike Jones (former GPCS
student), Steve Espling, Scott Logan & Doug Elder (GPCS parent). Thank you to all the past & present families for your support for the future of GPCS!
Taylor Jerome (class of 2004) & Melissa St. Cyr Williams (class of 1997).
Faculty and Board members were in attendance too. Bill Bamford and Steve Whiting from the board and Jeannie Fillmore & Jenn Will of our faculty. GPCS is so appreciative of the performers; Frank Marston (GPCS Faculty), Mike Jones (former GPCS
student), Steve Espling, Scott Logan & Doug Elder (GPCS parent). Thank you to all the past & present families for your support for the future of GPCS!
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