I’ve interacted with many strong leaders during the course of my lifetime, and perhaps the single most courageous I’ve even known is PJ Huizenga – our Board President whose term is coming to an end. He has an unbreakable will of steel, which is exactly what Timothy needed during this past school year. PJ also serves on the Timothy Foundation Board with me. Of course PJ and his family have been long-time lead benefactors to our school, but even more importantly he has promoted excellence in every square inch of our school. PJ has been a force behind our Blue Ribbon status, our CESA accreditation, our revised governing documents and bylaws; every capital campaign during my career, and so much more. His fingerprints are all over our success – not only this past year but over the last 12 years.

PJ stood firmly by my side during the mask roller coaster ride throughout the year; he worked behind the scenes with leaders to support our cause; and he never stopped fighting for our students – your kids. I count PJ as a business partner and one of my closest friends. He is a brother to me, and it was an honor to serve with him this past year. Most importantly, PJ loves Jesus and passionately desires for our students to live their lives with enthusiasm for His glory! Although his term as President has come to an end, we are blessed to have PJ here in multiple roles at Timothy for many years to come.

It was my pleasure to present him with an award at our June board meeting, which was the final meeting of his term. One of our core values here at Timothy is courageous leadership, which is inscribed on this award along with Joshua 1:9. His term as Board President has been both extraordinary and historic. On behalf of the entire Timothy community – thank you, PJ!