The twentieth ABC class kicked off the school year with a welcome picnic hosted by local alumni on Sunday, August 26. Incoming students from across the United States, Australia and Ukraine gathered for late lunch and a number of fun get-acquainted games. A theme of “winter in summer” inspired the decorations and games, and many members of the alumni were on hand to welcome the students.
The twentieth ABC class kicked off the school year with a welcome picnic hosted by local alumni on Sunday, August 26. Incoming students from across the United States, Australia and Ukraine gathered for late lunch and a number of fun get-acquainted games. A theme of “winter in summer” inspired the decorations and games, and many members of the alumni were on hand to welcome the students.
As noted, this year’s class includes several international students. We plan to welcome an additional student from India and another from Zambia in the second semester, making this class uniquely multicultural. Another unique aspect of this year’s class is that 11 of the 32 students are siblings of ABC graduates, and a few more are cousins.
On Monday, Aug 27, the students gathered in the ABC classroom for Orientation. The resident faculty explained policies and procedures, while encouraging students to make the most of this special opportunity. UCG President Victor Kubik emphasized that preparation for future service to God and His Church is an important part of the ABC mission. During the afternoon, the new students took a tour of the Home Office, including the new video studio, enjoyed a desert social with the home office staff, and then met with Choir Director Ken Shoemaker to begin the process of forming this year’s choir.
