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Alumni Monthly Newsletter February 2012

February 1, 2012

Alumni Spotlight

Allie Borkovich ('08)
"I am officially a member of the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) at Galveston's School of Medicine Class of 2016!!!  I will graduate from Texas A&M this May and start UTMB in August. At this point, my long-term goal is still pediatrics, which is a type of residency I hope to pursue after medical school. I am so humbled by this opportunity and look forward to what the Lord has planned for these next four years. So many wonderful people at Cypress Christian have been extremely supportive and encouraging throughout this entire process. From my first two Chemistry classes to dual credit English and Mr. Brown's calculus, my CCS education has been a solid foundation which Texas A&M built upon. The Lord is flinging doors open as only He can, and I am made fully aware of HIS power in us. To God be the glory! Our God is ABLE!"  2 Samuel 22 -  "It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect...You stoop down to make me great."

Fun Facts:  1. Allie's mom is a third grade teacher at CCS.  2. Allie recently spoke to CCS 8th graders about what it's like in high school at CCS!  Click here for article and photos.

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Andrew Wilson ('00)
From Andrew's Facebook page: "Mission Accomplished. At ease, America. Sergeant Andrew Wilson stands properly relieved. Eight years ago. I enlisted in the Marine Corps, and it's been an adventure. The Marine Corps is in great hands, and I'm proud to be one of the few to have served. I'm truly grateful for all the support and sacrifices of my family and friends, and for the friendships I've been blessed with along the way."

"We sleep soundly in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm." - Winston Churchill

Tim Hallila ('02)
Tim graduated from Stephen F. Austin in December 2006 earning a BFA in Advertising Design.  He has worked at Ram Chemical for five years doing graphic design and marketing. His wife, Rachel, currently works as a medical assistant at North Cypress Medical Center.  They attend Calvary Community Church, where they started a newlyweds small group with several other couples. They are also involved with the youth ministry, where they have led a small group Bible study for various age groups for the past four years, as well as helping lead at beach retreats and Disciple Now events. They celebrated their two year anniversary in September with a trip to Estes Park, Colorado. They've also enjoyed trips to Napa Valley, Washington, DC, and Missouri.

Fun Fact:  Tim's mom was the first math teacher at CCS when the school opened in 1978!

Megan Weller (05)
Megan works for our very own Houston Texans organization. She workes with large companies who utilize the luxury suites for their clients and customers. "I've been here since the beginning of September and it's been a lot of fun!"

Luke Jones ('06)
Luke and his wife, Sarah, moved to Casper, Wyoming in December.  Facebook quote: "We found a church and we are leading a small group of couples our age! We are starting 40 Days in the Word this week! So excited to meet more people!"

Devin ('06) and Brittany Metrin Powers ('06)
Thanks to everyone who prayed and supported Devin and Brittany after their apartment burned down in December.  Brittany wrote, "Things are coming together.  We're watching the demo of our old apartment each day and it's just kinda of a nice reminder to 'not store up treasures on earth where moth and rust destroy and theives break in and steal...'  Thanks so much for your help!"

Kelsey Salmon ('07)
Kelsey graduated from Dallas Baptist University with a BA in Biblical Studies and is currently working on a Masters in Communications through DBU.  She is employed as the Coordinator of Student Services at the DBU Campus in Hurst/Colleyville and attends Fielder Road Baptist Church.

Ben Thomas ('08) and Brother Phil Thomas (Former Student)
Ben graduated from ATM Fire Academy (TEEX) and is a Certified Firefighter and EMT.  He is currently working on a BS in Athletic Physiology at Baylor University and volunteers as a Cy-Fair Firefighter and EMT when he is home from Waco during the holidays. He works out of Station #2 that would respond to Cypress Christian School in an emergency. Brother Phil Thomas earned an Associates in Fire Science from Lone Star College and also graduated from ATM Fire Academy (TEEX) and is a Certified Firefighter and EMT.  After a two year career with the Houston Fire Department, during which he attended and graduated from the Police Academy, Phil will complete his BS in Criminal Justice from the University of Houston this summer. He plans to continue his education with a focus on Safety Management and Criminal Law. Currently, Phil is working with the Harris County Sheriff Department as a deputy on the street and volunteers for the Cy-Fair Fire Department where he has served as a lieutenant. In his spare time, he dances professionally in competition.

Fun Fact: Ben and Phil's mom taught at CCS and says she "gives CCS lots of credit for the strong Godly influence the teachers and staff had on both Ben and Phil. They both say their children will attend CCS, the Lord willing."

Catrina Beaty ('09)
Facebook quote:  "So grateful that my mom taught me not only with words but through her example of what it looks like to be a woman seeking God."

Fun Fact: Catrina's mom was a member of the CCS Prayer Warrior Team for many years. 

Hunter Floyd ('07)
Hunter will graduate in May 2012 with a B.S. in Biblical Studies from Liberty University and a Masters of Divinity from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.  He is currently employed as an Academic Advisor for Liberty University Online. Hunter and his wife, Carissa, and a group of people from Lynchburg, VA, are moving to Las Vegas, NV, to work with Grace City Church - GraceCityVegas.com.  Hunter expressed his passion about his new adventure by saying, "The Bible says that the church will be built upon Jesus and not even the gates of hell will prevail against it. We want to see God deliver on this promise and we are headed out there to plant a church in June of this year."  For more information or to support the church plant in Las Vegas, please email Hunter at hdfloyd@liberty.edu.

Courtney Middleton ('08)
Courtney has been working for Charming Charlie, a women's jewelry and accessories store.  She has accepted an internship at their headquarters in Houston. She will be a merchandising intern, working in that department, as well as buying and marketing.

Lexus Van Pelt ('11)
Lexus was among athletes at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock who were awarded certificates for a grade point average of 3.0 or above.  Lexus received a scholarship to play soccer to UALR before graduating from CCS in 2011.

Fun Fact: Lexus' mom is a first grade teacher at CCS!