Wisconsin—Wisconsin Academy (WA) alumni and friends gathered Apr. 15–17 to reminisce about their high school years and catch up on the changes to the school since they attended.

The weekend's theme was “Coming Again.” As attendees met with old friends and acquaintances, they were reminded of the reunion that will happen one day in Heaven.

"Over 1,000 people attended the weekend," said Michelle Shufelt, WA development director.

This year’s Alumnus of the Year award was presented to Virgil Erlandson and the Faculty of the Year award was presented to Oliver Archer, former chaplain and Bible teacher.

Archer gave the message Fri. night. He spoke of the events leading up the second coming and reminded listeners that now is the time to get ready to meet Jesus.

Cherry Habenicht, former Bible and French teacher, was the featured speaker for church. She painted a vivid picture of the trust we can place in our heavenly Father during the turbulent times in our lives.

Scholarships made possible by the generous donations of WA alumni and friends were also awarded Sabbath morning.

Mark your calendars for the next alumni weekend, planned for Apr. 21–23, 2006. The speakers have not been chosen yet, but it will be a great weekend. All of the years that end in a six and the class of 1981 are reunion classes. Please plan to attend.

WA alumni who would like to start planning class reunions should contact the development department for their classmates' contact information.

Kristy Brown Lust, Wisconsin Academy graduate ('99)