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Campion Academy hosted their 25th annual Reeder Golf Classic at Highland Meadows Golf Course on Friday, September 17. The Reeder Classic, associated with Campion’s alumni weekend, promotes networking among the alumni and community and raises funds for Campion’s student financial aid fund. Alumni and friends attended the Reeder Classic from all over the Denver metro area, Seattle, Salt Lake City, Phoenix, Chicago and North Carolina. “It was a gorgeous day to play golf with family, friends, and alumni,” says principal Don Reeder. “Several of the players were students I’ve worked with over the years at Campion Academy. I was thrilled for their support, and for the new friends who joined us in support of our students and their financial aid needs.” The Reeder Classic was supported by sponsors Centura Health-Avista Adventist Hospital as the dinner sponsor and Campion Church as the gift sponsor. The Reeder Classic is named for Don Reeder, current principal and former men’s dean in Campion’s men’s residence hall for 30 years. The tournament was named for him because of his ability to connect and keep in touch with students long after they’ve graduated. The Reeder Classic was originally started by alumnus Kenny Gregerson, ’71, who then worked together with Reeder, Chris Gaines, and Kevin Binder, ’73, to build the tournament up in the mid 1990s. The winners of the Reeder Golf Classic were Scott Fardulis ’90, Jim Lee ’89, Sam Lee ‘89, and Chuck Geiger ‘90.
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Over 450 alumni gathered for Campion Academy’s annual homecoming weekend to commemorate with their fellow classmates, a welcome return to pre-COVID tradition. Alumni had a chance to walk through their old hallways and see what’s changed over the years. Arlene Reeder-Russell (Class of 1951) expressed her joy about the school: “I am just thrilled with the change. Everything that they have done has been marvelous.” A change that she was happy to see this year was the new and improved pavement. “I like everything about alumni weekend, and I come almost every year,” Reeder continued. The weekend started off with the Reeder Golf Classic where alumni, staff, and students competed in a friendly golf game. Alumni were able to eat in the cafeteria and opened the Sabbath in the Campion Church for vespers featuring the Voice of Prophecy’s Discovery Mountain actors. Afterwards, the current and former students had some time to gather around the fire pit to sing praise songs and enjoy s’mores. During Sabbath School, a panel of previous staff members shared their experiences from their time at Campion Academy. The honorees for the Hall of Faith were Kathy and Kevin Binder, and Kenneth Gregerson, who were all recognized for their long-term impact on Campion Academy and the Alumni Association. The alumni of the year award was dedicated to H.M.S. Richards. Associate Speaker of the Voice of Prophecy, Jean Boonstra, accepted the award in memory of H.M.S. Richards, and was the main speaker for the church service. The services were also highlighted by performances by the CA Music Department, including: handbells, orchestra, choir, and the select choir, Koinonia. Members of the different honor classes met together in the afternoon to renew their ties of friendship made at Campion. An alumni from the class of 2011, Jessica Montoya said, “It’s been ten years, but it feels like two. So much has happened in our lives, and it’s weird being back.” A recent graduate from class of 2021, former R.A. Nelly Salinas expressed how she felt about being an alumni. She simply said, “weird,” but then added, “It is just exciting. I was excited to come back and see all the staff and some friends who are still here.” She noticed new changes and the reduction of COVID restrictions: “It is nice to see the fountain, and that the picnic tables are back. It is nice knowing that the current students can have a better year.” The event was topped off with an evening of friendly, yet highly competitive, volleyball and soccer games, in which the alumni faced off against the students. In both matches, the alumni came out on top. More photos available here. Feel free to download and share. Article by Love Pickle and student news team Photos by Jill Harlow, Elizabeth Jureckova  Q What are you up to these days? A I am a songwriter and music producer. Currently I am finishing some online education for music production and song mixing. I am also releasing my original songs to all streaming platforms as they become available. The first song I released in this set is titled Dreams and it was released on Nov. 15, 2020. The next song I will be releasing is On My Way and it will be available by mid March. Q What is your favorite memory or thing about Campion? A This is a tough one; I have so many good memories there at Campion. I think one of my top memories though would have to be traveling with, practicing, and being on the basketball team. I loved the camaraderie between all of us guys. Being apart of the team where we were all working to better each other is an experience I really enjoyed. I also really looked up to my coaches, Tim Hufman and Troy Beans. Lastly, I fondly remember leading the team chant in the locker room, pre-game, to help hype us up senior year. Q How did your time at Campion impact your future? A This would be another fond memory of mine from Campion. During my senior year Mrs. Melia Williams taught a small group of us an AP Music Theory class. It was my time spent in that class and in weekly piano lessons throughout my years at Campion with Mrs. Williams which continued to foster my passion for music within my heart. Taking the AP Music Theory class my senior year gave me the courage to enroll as a music minor my freshman year at SAU, which soon led to me switching my major to music the following year. Q What kind of post-secondary education or training or certification did you get? Any suggestions for current Campion students who are looking at possible career paths? A After my time at CA I attended Southern Adventist University where I graduated with my B.S. in Music, emphasizing in Piano Performance. My goal at the time was to become a touring musical artist and I figured the best way was to gain a deeper understanding of the roots and history of music. My education at SAU was very helpful indeed. The education I received wasn’t helpful so much in the field of songwriting or music production but it was a time of great influence in my life. My weekly classes with my piano professor at SAU were deeply impactful and I am very thankful for my time under his tutelage and guidance.  Kaleb at the Camp House song writing competition. My top bit of advice for students looking to the future and to make plans is Matthew 6:33. After that I would say follow what God has placed in your heart with complete focus. Do not let yourself be distracted from your God given dream. As for a college education I would generally recommend it. I know for me personally I grew a lot during my college years and I am thankful to have done that in a safe environment like SAU rather than out in the workforce. That being said, college isn’t for everyone. Finally, I want to leave you with this: a college education does not guarantee you the job you are looking for.
A degree will merely take you one step closer: Hard work, determination, and God’s grace are the only things that can make your dreams a reality.  The City of Loveland honors Campion Academy alum Larry Howard, Class of 72, for his years of service. Click the link below to read the lovely writeup in the Loveland Reporter Herald.
 Paulenne “Polly” Strickland Stenberg, class of 1924, is the author of the words to the Campion Academy school song, Dear Old Campion. Paulenne was the youngest of four. Polly Strickland married Clarence Stenberg in Eaton, Colorado. Clarence was 23 and Polly was 21 years old. Clarence and Polly lived most of their lives in Colorado and worked at Campion in the 1940s. Their daughter Idabel remembers working at the Campion library for 37 cents an hour. Paulenne’s oldest sister was Maude Strickland, Class of 1911 – the first graduating class of Campion Academy. Maude is the great, great aunt of current student Danny Werner, Class of 2024. Maude married into the Williams family, who came to Colorado by covered wagon and mule team to attend Campion Academy in the early 1900s. Special thanks to Danny’s mom, Jenny Williams Werner, for helping our Alumni Office track down some of this information. Jenny, and her husband Dan Werner, graduated from Campion in 1982. Clearly, Danny, our current student, comes from a rich history of Campion alumni – at least 5 generations and on both sides of the family. 
Campion Academy hosted their 24th annual Reeder Golf Classic at TPC Colorado on Wednesday, September 16. The Reeder Classic, associated with Campion’s alumni weekend, promotes networking among the alumni and community and raises funds for Campion’s student financial aid fund. Alumni and friends attended the Reeder Classic from all over the Denver metro area, Seattle, Salt Lake City, Phoenix, Chicago and North Carolina. “It was a gorgeous day to play golf with family, friends, and alumni,” says principal Don Reeder. “Several of the players were students I’ve worked with over the years at Campion Academy. I was thrilled for their support, and for the new friends who joined us in support of our students and their financial aid needs.” The Reeder Classic was supported by sponsors Centura Health-Avista Adventist Hospital as the lunch sponsor and Campion Church as the shirt sponsor. Dr. Robert Stacey was a hole sponsor. Campion alumnus Scott Fardulis, ’90, lent his expertise and connections as a founding member of TPC Colorado to aid in the planning of the tournament. The Reeder Classic is named for Don Reeder, current principal and former men’s dean in Campion’s men’s residence hall for 30 years. The tournament was named for him because of his ability to connect and keep in touch with students long after they’ve graduated. The Reeder Classic was originally started by alumnus Kenny Gregerson, ’71, who then worked together with Reeder, Chris Gaines, and Kevin Binder, ’73, to build the tournament up in the mid 1990s. The winners of the Reeder Golf Classic were Ross McLean, Matt Tomeny, ’14, Bobby Jarvis, and Angelo Giron. “It was a great experience,” says Tomeny, who works for Personal Capital-Empower. “It’s a beautiful course. It’s technically challenging. We just had a really fun day and were able to support my alma mater.” Because of COVID-19 restrictions, the tournament was limited to 32 players. Mask policies and social distancing outside their teams was practiced during the tournament. Campion Academy Alumni Weekend is still scheduled, at this time, for September 18- 20, 2020. We are continually monitoring the pandemic situation and subsequent government regulations. Our number one goal is to keep our students, staff, and alumni safe. While we have considered postponing the weekend to the spring, we understand from medical professionals that there is a significantly higher probability of virus recurrence or flu season issues in the spring versus this fall.
We also understand that some of our alumni still may not wish to travel during this time. Honor year classes may request to join in the celebration in 2021; please feel free to communicate with us regarding your options. We will, of course, live-stream all the major events during the weekend for those who cannot attend. If the situation changes, we will announce updates by late July to give our alumni as much notice as possible. All local-area Alumni Reunions, such as Loma Linda, Lincoln, Casper, Fort Worth, and Grand Junction, are cancelled for 2020. We hope to see you in your area in 2021.  They did it! Our senior class is graduated . What's more, they all graduated debt-free - thanks to you! If you weren't able to join us online for the graduation ceremony, you can view photos, video, and stories about our unique celebration on our news blog . Despite the social distancing and the somewhat uncooperative weather, you could feel the joy as the seniors and their families celebrated with our staff. We cannot thank you enough for your support in relieving some of the financial strain on these families. Looking forward-- As our Alumni President, Codi (Davidson) Jahn '01, mentions in the video above, we still have an opportunity to help the rest of our students in preparation for next year. They've worked so hard to be both academically and financially responsible during these unprecedented circumstances. Now is the time when students and parents are taking steps to re-enroll for next year. We still need to raise $100,000 to help our students return next year debt-free. As America continues to support those in need and those who are courageously fighting this disease on the front-line, we ask you to help keep the momentum going and rally around our students. We realize that perhaps you, along with an already identified number of our Campion parents, have been adversely affected by this pandemic. Please know you are in our prayers. If you have not been as greatly affected by this crisis as others, are you willing and able to assist our students? You are part of the Campion legacy, our backbone. We are so grateful for you!  In response to recent events, I want to assert that Campion Academy stands firmly against racist acts and racist speech. Our campus enjoys a culturally and ethnically diverse population. We consider that diversity as one of our strengths. We encourage the celebration of that diversity in providing ways for our students to share their culture and embrace their differences. It is with an especially heavy heart that we watch these current events, knowing it greatly impacts our students and alumni of color.
We understand that many of our students have been faced with acts of racism during their lives. We are committed to continue making Campion Academy a safe, respectful atmosphere for our students, regardless of ethnic background. Racism divides and is used by the forces of evil to keep the knowledge of God from reaching the world. It hurts His children, impacting their growth and success. We will not tolerate racism. Campion seeks to follow the charge given by Jesus to go into all the world and lift up Jesus as stated in John 12:32, as well as the assertions in Galatians 3:28 and many other verses that we are ALL one in Christ. We celebrate being a part of the most ethnically-diverse Christian faith in the United States and will continue to teach our students to uphold those values for our brothers and sisters of all ethnicities. In support of this commitment, Campion Academy will work with our African American students and alumni to hold ourselves accountable, and to ensure that our campus remains supportive in the ways they need. Please join us in doing all that we can to root out racism. Donavan Reeder Principal, Campion Academy |
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