Alumni
Once a Pilgrim, Always a Pilgrim
The day you graduated, you immediately became an LCS alumnus, and that status automatically makes you a member of the LCS Alumni Association. Alumni serve an important role in the life of the school by fulfilling our mission to exalt God and follow Christ, and we want to stay connected with you!
Please send us your life updates: milestones, adventures, achievements, and service to others. Have questions about events or anything else? Contact Cathy Bytwerk at cbytwerk@lansingchristianschool.org.
The special relationships you’ve forged with teachers, staff, the students behind you, and your fellow alumni will last a lifetime. You are always welcome back on campus, and we encourage you to remain involved in Pilgrim Life – now, or at whatever future time makes sense for you.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD
Established in 2011 in celebration of the school’s 60th anniversary, the Distinguished Alumni Award honors alumni who exemplify excellence, service, loyalty, and integrity. The award recognizes individuals who have achieved distinction in their profession, made meaningful contributions to their community or industry, demonstrated ongoing commitment to LCS, and upheld the highest standards of Christian character.
Distinguished Alumni Award 2025
Amanda Robinson Reese & Robert Reese IV, Class of 2004
Mandy and Bob Reese are fourth-generation stewards of Reese Farm, a Lansing-area staple since 1944 known for its sweet corn, diverse crops, and beef herd. More than a business, the farm has become a place where many LCS students have learned the value of hard work, teamwork, and community service.
The Reeses began their Pilgrim journeys in preschool and kindergarten, and started dating their senior year. Their shared history at LCS laid the foundation for a life rooted in faith, family, and service. As students, they were active in chorale, basketball, and soccer, with Bob also playing baseball. Two teachers left a lasting impact: Mr. Delano taught Bob the importance of being a “one-mistake player,” and Mrs. Hofman instilled in Mandy the value of starting small — later serving as her mentor and supervisor as a teacher at LCS.
Bob earned a degree in Crop and Soil Sciences from Michigan State University, while Mandy completed her Elementary Education degree at the University of Michigan and a master’s degree from MSU. Today, their legacy continues as their children attend LCS. Their faithful service to school, church, and community reflects a deep commitment to Christ and embodies the mission of Lansing Christian School
We are proud to honor Robert Reese IV and Amanda Robinson Reese as recipients of the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award.
2025 – Robert Reese IV and Amanda Robinson Reese, (both class of ’04)
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).