SCHOOL LEADERSHIP

 
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Rev. Brad Hoganson | President

Hillcrest started as a place for high school students to form their faith. It continues to do that, and much more.

Hillcrest students are trained to develop an understanding of the world. Their training in our classrooms prepares them to engage college and career, their next steps after high school. But I believe time at Hillcrest equips students for something long range. They’re equipped to live lives of eternal significance.

My role at Hillcrest is to steer the overall program. In that, I connect with alumni and donors. Our alumni continually share the classes, instructors, or community events that had a significant impact on their maturity. They comment how their faith is alive and robust today because they built habits of faith formation in our halls.

I am looking forward to sharing some of these stories with you as you explore and consider Hillcrest for your family. God has done great things in our halls, and he continues to change hearts, minds, and lives to align with His character at Hillcrest Lutheran Academy.

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Jeff Isaac | Head of School

Today’s high school students find themselves under immense pressure to conform to the thinking of this world.  Many find themselves in desperate need of transformation in what they believe about God, the way they act, and the way they think.  They need a renewing of their mind, to be moved from where they are right now into a deeper and more intimate relationship with the one true God. 

While at Hillcrest, students will receive a holistic education that touches their heart, mind, and soul.  They will be challenged to engage their culture, to be Christian in their thinking and actions, and to use their gifts to honor God and advance His kingdom.  

As you pursue the best educational environment for your high school student, I encourage you to check us out.  Look through the information available on this web site and then give us a call.  We have people ready to provide you with even more information that can help you in this vital decision.  Better yet, set up a visit and experience a day in the life of a Hillcrest student.

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Larissa Campbell | CFO & Operations MGR.

As the first female executive officer of Hillcrest, Larissa returned to Hillcrest in 2019, after graduating with the Class of 1999. Having received her MBA from the University of Mary and two BBAs from the University of North Dakota, her career path was 14 years in the retail industry and 7 years in the manufacturing industry before accepting her call to Hillcrest.

I love being back at Hillcrest and helping to continue its mission. It is such a blessing to work with students and watch how God uses Hillcrest to help build their faith, develop intellect, and strengthen their character.

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Joyce Aamot | Lower School Principal

Board of Directors

Jeff Langness | Chair
Moorhead, MN

David Lindgren
Fergus Falls, MN

Jessica Knutson
Fergus Falls, MN

Donavan Rogness
Fergus Falls, MN

Kristina Barkey
Succasunna, NJ

Lisa Malmstrom
Battle Lake, MN

Nick Mundis
Eden Prairie, MN

Josiah Larson
Long Lake, MN

Matt Brue
Mount Pleasant, SC

Heidi Konynenbelt
Jeffersontown, KY

Lonnie Balleweg
Fergus Falls, MN

Crystal Adams
Wendell, MN

Patti Zwiers
Fergus Falls, MN

Andrew Miller
Fergus Falls, MN

Meghan Heggland
East Hartland, CT

 

Accreditations and Memberships

 
Minnesota Nonpublic School Accrediting Association

Minnesota Nonpublic School Accrediting Association

The Association of  Christian Schools International

The Association of
Christian Schools International

The Minnesota State  High School League

The Minnesota State
High School League

Minnesota Independent  School Forum

Minnesota Independent
School Forum

 
The Church of the Lutheran Brethren

The Church of the Lutheran Brethren

 
Ministry Safe Training

Ministry Safe Training