Alumni

Equipped to Engage and Transform the World for Jesus Christ

At Lansing Christian School we live and learn in Christian community, and that community doesn’t end when you receive your diploma. Our alumni are lifelong and important members of the LCS community who are living out the school’s vision of engaging and transforming the world for Jesus Christ in college, in their careers, and in their communities. 

As our alumni (and their parents) experience life after high school we want to stay connected with you. We would love to hear updates on your life: major milestones, exciting adventures, noteworthy achievements, or about how you are serving others. Have questions about alumni events, want to share an update, or want more information on how to connect with Lansing Christian School? Contact Cathy Bytwerk at cbytwerk@lansingchristianschool.org.

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PLANNING A CLASS REUNION?

The alumni office is happy to help. Below are some of the ways we have helped alumni plan reunions in the past. Please contact Cathy Bytwerk at cbytwerk@lansingchristianschool.org to get started.

  • Provide class lists, including available addresses and contact information
  • Assistance with setting up a class Facebook Group
  • Information on local venues and activities
  • Tours of the school building
  • Promote event information in our alumni newsletter and on our webpage

I think one of the greatest things about the LCS community is that Christ is at the center of everything.

– LCS Elementary and HS Family

What my kids are getting at LCS is so much better than I ever could have imagined. The teachers are excellent. They continually strive to be better, to be current with educational research but maintain all that “good stuff” that maybe isn’t as common elsewhere.

– LCS HS Family

We appreciate the caliber of leaders that surrounded our son and modeled Christ-like behavior in and out of the classroom, athletic arena and school as a whole. The friendships he made truly last a lifetime, well beyond when he graduated. He thrived in the LCS environment academically, socially, spiritually and emotionally, but was also challenged at the same time.

– LCS Alumni Family

Students are in an environment where faith is woven into every aspect. So whether they are in the lunchroom, their science class or on the basketball court, God is a part of that. That’s invaluable. That’s preparing them for life beyond school.

– LCS Alumni Family

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD

At Lansing Christian School, we take great pride in recognizing the achievements and impact of our alumni. Established in 2011 in honor of our 60th anniversary, the Distinguished Alumni Award celebrates individuals who have exemplified excellence in their profession, service to their community, loyalty to LCS, and unwavering integrity and character.

Each year, this award is presented to alumni who have demonstrated outstanding accomplishments in the following areas:

  • Professional Attainment and Achievement – Making a significant impact in their field or profession.
  • Community Service and Industry Contributions – Outstanding voluntary service to their community or outstanding service to their industry.
  • Lansing Christian Loyalty and Support – A demonstrated commitment to LCS through time, talent, or financial contributions.
  • Integrity and Character – Upholding the highest standard of personal integrity and Christian character.
2025 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients:

Robert Reese IV and Amanda Robinson Reese, Class of 2004

Bob and Mandy are true “lifers” of Lansing Christian School, having started their educational journey here in Kindergarten and Preschool. Their connection deepened in their senior year when they began dating, and their shared history at LCS became the foundation for a life built on faith, service, and dedication to their family and community.

During their time at LCS, Bob and Mandy were actively involved in chorale, basketball, and soccer, with Bob also playing baseball. Among their cherished memories, they recall the wisdom and mentorship of two standout teachers. Mr. Delano instilled in Bob the importance of being a “one-mistake player,” a lesson in perseverance and resilience. Mrs. Hofman taught Mandy the value of starting small when tackling a new project—a principle that has guided her throughout her career and personal life. Mrs. Hofman also became Mandy’s mentor and boss during her six years of teaching middle school at LCS.

Bob pursued a Bachelor of Science in Crop and Soil Sciences at Michigan State University, while Mandy earned her Elementary Education degree at the University of Michigan, later obtaining a Master of Arts in Teaching and Curriculum from MSU. Their educational backgrounds have played a crucial role in their family’s legacy as they continue to run Reese Farm, a fourth-generation family-owned farm that has been a staple in the Lansing area since 1944.

Reese Farm is renowned for producing some of the best sweet corn in the region, along with a variety of crops and a sizeable beef herd. Beyond providing fresh produce, the farm has become a place of growth and learning for many LCS students who gain valuable work experience, develop teamwork skills, and serve their community.

Bob and Mandy’s dedication to Lansing Christian School extends beyond their alumni status. Today, three of their five children are enrolled at LCS, continuing the family’s deep-rooted connection to the school. Their ongoing service to the school, church, and community is a testament to their unwavering faith and commitment to Christ.

We are incredibly proud to honor Robert Reese IV and Amanda Robinson Reese with the Distinguished Alumni Award of 2025. Their lives exemplify the mission of Lansing Christian School—to equip young men and women to engage and transform the world for Jesus Christ. Congratulations, Bob and Mandy!

PAST DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENTS: 

2024 – Dane Porter

2023 – Laurie Iversen

2020 – Patrick Bisher

2019 – Lars and Amy (Kirkland) Carlson (both class of ’93). 

2018 – Melanie Jabara Seal (class of ’88). 

2017 – Jason and Kristin (Clark) Peters (both class of ’82)

2016 – Randy Hebden

2015 – Jeremy Van Antwerp (Class of ’90) and Bob Isenga (Class of ’63)

2014 – Rock Campbell (Class of ’69)

2013 – Heidi (DeVries) and Buck Hagy (both class of ’84)

2012 – Chad Mcree (Class of ’80) 

2011 – Cathy (Bowden) Bytwerk (Class of ’69).