Steve Van Drunen, 2026 Bob Ingelse Friend of Christian Education Award Winner
At our 2026 Association Meeting, The SCS Board of Trustees awarded our community’s fifth annual Bob Ingelse Friend of Christian Education Award. This award reads,”Our community’s highest honor, The Bob Ingelse Friend of Christian Education Award is annually given to individuals who are representations of our school’s Core Values:
- Pursues Academic Excellence
- Develops the Christian Mind
- Cultivates Spiritual Growth
- Encourages Biblical Self-Image
- Builds Strong Social Bonds
- Involves the Supporting Community
- Serves the Greater Community”
The 2026 award was given to long time teacher Steve Van Drunen.
In addition to Steve’s 43 years of service as a teacher at our school, Steve has transitioned in a weekly on campus maintenance department volunteer to help our building and programs run smoothly. SCS Board Vice President Scott Warmus presented the award. According to their nominations, Mr. Van Drunen embodies all of the core values at SCS. We ask those who nominate to speak to the nominee’s qualities. A few of these quotes caught our attention:
Steve has Highest standards for Christian Education, positive influence on faulty and staff, raised the awareness and respect for SCS in the community. Gained respect of all stakeholders – alumni, parents and donors.”
Even in retirement Steve continues to be a huge supporter and blessing for SCS. He spends several hours weekly working doing various behind the scenes projects at school and at the Good as New.”
Mr. Van Drunen is the SCS Greatest Of All Time. Nuff said.”
Mr. Van Drunen is Passionate about Christian education, and the proper Christian legacy that our students show when they leave SCS. He has one of the most positive impacts at SCS than anyone else I know.”
Thank you, Steve, for your efforts, energies, commitment and character that you have modeled for our students, faculty, staff, and families over many years! Your selfless efforts for our school community allow our students to pursue academic excellence and develop the Christian mind. Your service and support for our community are living examples of our core values!