Stanley Coates
“His spirit seems impervious to defeat and discouragement.”
– Derek Metcalf
University Bound
Attending MidAmerica Nazarene University
Favorite Class
All the sciences
“I like learning about what is in the world and how God’s creation works.”
Degree Path
Majoring in Ministry, possibly also Biology
Advice for WA students
“Make the most of what you can right now. These are memories you are going to cherish forever.”
Caitlin Dugan
“She is strong but gentle…a leader beyond her years.”
– Dr. Matt McIntosh
University Bound
Attending Hillsdale College in Michigan
Favorite Class
Greek
“We struggled over really hard passages, and there was a real bonding.”
Degree Path
Majoring in Classics or Greek with an interest in Bible translation
Favorite WA Quote
“All good things
come in threes.”
– Mr. Laney
Rylie Jackson
“She is loyal to those around her, to those without a voice, and to those whom she mentors.”
– Jessica Evans
University Bound
Attending Missouri State University
Favorite WA Activity
Soccer
“I loved playing alongside all those girls; we built strong friendships.”
Degree Path
Majoring in Elementary Education
Advice for WA students
“Don’t take for granted what wonderful teachers and mentors Whitefield has.”
Winifred Kapple
“Her passion for understanding things on the deepest level is beautiful and inspiring.”
– Sarah DeConink
University Bound
Favorite Lower School Memory
“…having my mom as my 5th grade teacher.”
Degree Path
Quote from Wini
“I am grateful for all the books I had to read in Bible and Humanities that have challenged me to think.”
Cozette Leroy
“She is gentle but strong, and has an infectious laugh that can fill a room.”
– Dr. Matt McIntosh
University Bound
Attending Truman State University
Favorite Class
Art History
She liked the “connection between important events in history and art.”
Degree Path
Majoring in History
Favorite Upper School Memory
Leaving the last winter retreat, “I realized how much I will miss all the things I do at Whitefield and all its people.”
Matthew Lettow
“The word that comes to mind when I think of his academic record and character is ‘brilliance.'”
– Sarah DeConink
University Bound
Favorite WA Activity
Sophomore year’s Nutrition elective, Just Desserts
Degree Path
Favorite upper school memory
During the retreats at Heartland, he particularly enjoyed that they “went hiking in the fall, had snow in the winter…and played on the frozen creek.”
Lacie Kazmaier
“The attribute of God I see most clearly reflected in her is mercy.”
– Jessica Evans
University Bound
Attending MidAmerica Nazarene University
Favorite WA Activity
Class trips
“In Bermuda, we stayed in the same house and our class really bonded.”
Degree Path
Majoring in Ministry with a minor in Counseling
Advice for WA students
“Your classmates are your best friends. They’re going to be with you through everything.”
Isabelle Peterson
“Her faith in Christ is deep, reverent, and thoughtful. She delights in God’s Word and possesses a sincere and earnest wish to know and become like Him.”
– Derek Metcalf
University Bound
University of Kansas
Favorite WA Activity
Second Best Coffee with Dr. Mac, Mr. Appling or Mr. Metcalf
Degree Path
Architecture and Design
Favorite Class
Bible
“We had so many deep discussions…they were so helpful to me in my growth in faith.”