ACS was pleased to recognize and honor the recipients of the 2018 Servant’s Heart Awards during the Legacy Gala program on April 30. The awardees are — the Lowe’s store in Egg Harbor Township, ACS high school science teacher Dave Genter, and ACS school parent Lori Pearson. Chief School Administrator Karen Oblen presented a plaque to each recipient during the program. The award recognizes the valuable service of individuals and businesses that have provided their time, talents, and expertise to advance the mission of Atlantic Christian School.
As she presented the plaque to store manager Ted Knox, Oblen praised Lowe’s of Egg Harbor Township for its generous, give-back spirit. “Your store has provided materials for our school garden, helped make it possible for us to acquire our first water bottle filling station, and much more, and we are very grateful for your support as a strong member of our local business community,” Oblen said.
Oblen thanked faculty member Dave Genter for his valuable service at ACS since 2012. “You are more than a talented and engaging teacher,” Oblen said. “You have a heart for encouraging our students and mentoring them to be leaders – whether on Student Council, organizing class fundraisers, or serving God on missions trips to the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Thank you for making a difference at ACS.”
Oblen said ACS parent Lori Pearson was most deserving of the award as “one of our tireless volunteers.” Pearson has been serving at the school since her oldest daughter, Sydney, started attending kindergarten 10 years ago. “Since then, you have jumped in with both feet and volunteered with our Parent Teacher Fellowship, our athletic teams, at our concession stands, and much more,” Oblen said. “We are so grateful for all your hard work.”