Lititz Christian School
Ella Urquhart
Senior
Ella Urquhart, the daughter of Jonathan and Anna Urquhart, is a senior at Lititz Christian School. She has attended LC for 14 years, and during her time there, she has participated in many extra-curricular activities, such as: managing the high school girls volleyball and basketball teams, performing in school musicals, leading as president of student leadership (SALT), and being nominated to both the National Honor Society and the Foreign Language Honor Society. Ella is passionate about school and her hobbies, which include singing, playing the piano, reading, writing, and studying French.
After graduation, she plans on attending Belmont University in Nashville, TN, to become a songwriter and performer. When asked what her favorite class at LC is, she had a hard time deciding, as there were so many she enjoyed. Ultimately, she landed on music theory because she “loves music and is always looking for ways to improve”. Her favorite thing about Lititz Christian is “the trips we get to go on and the teachers”. Some of those trips in which Ella participated are trips to: Spain, France, New York City (to see Hamilton), and, most recently, the senior class missions trip to Guatemala.
Ella Urquhart is a passionate, loving, bright student who shines the light of God wherever she goes. She has shown incredible determination in all she has achieved, and there is no question that the Lord will use her and her story in amazing ways.
Written by: Olivia Hurst
Alex Sherman
Senior
Alex Sherman, son of John and Tammy Sherman, is a senior at Lititz Christian School. He stands out from the rest of his class, not just for what he enjoys in school but also for his call to serve others outside of the classroom. Notably, he is an active volunteer at his local fire department, attending regular training exercises and responding to calls. When asked what his favorite thing about Lititz Christian School was, he shared that it is the strong sense of community, especially how easy it is to network beyond his immediate circle of the senior class. This value of community naturally extends into his future plans. Looking ahead, Alex is certain about a career as a law enforcement officer. To achieve this goal, he plans to become an EMT by his 21st birthday, a path that also reflects his love for anatomy class.
This commitment to service is also reflected in his daily interactions; he portrays kindness to his peers and squad-mates on a regular basis.
When asked who might be one of his role models, he responded, “It may sound weird, but I really look up to my fellow classmates in the class of 2026; their dedication and ambition are apparent and inspiring. It isn’t something easily passed over.” In turn, Alex is himself becoming a role model for rising classes by demonstrating his kindness and dedication to faith, inspiring us all.
Written by: Cody Derner
Jadeyn Hamilton
Senior
Jadeyn Hamilton, daughter of Corey and Lori Hamilton, is a student at Lititz Christian School and has been attending since seventh grade now with her fifth year underway and graduation coming this year. She is excited and yet sad to graduate because of her well-fostered connection to her class.
When asked what she likes most about Lititz Christian she said, “I like being able to see my friends and learning new things.” She is genial and welcoming to her friends whether newly met or long-time friends.
Miss Hamilton has participated in volleyball her junior year; she also volunteers at her local church and attends youth group. Her favorite classes are Art and History and when asked why, she responded “I like to draw, and history has always fascinated me.” She is dedicated to her classes and is willing to participate.
She wants to do a gap year after high school to prepare and figure out what she wants to do for college or trade.
And finally when asked if she were to change something in the world today, what would it be? She responded by saying “I would change how many kids get put in foster or adoptive homes. People deserve good families, and those families should take good care of those kids.” Truly Miss Hamilton has a heart for those who are in need.
Written by: Alex Sherman
Olivia Hurst
Senior
Olivia Hurst, the firstborn daughter of Phil and Amy Hurst, is a senior at Lititz Christian School. She participates in several extra-curricular activities, which include being a captain on the volleyball team and being on the stage crew for the spring musical.
In her spare time, she enjoys reading, drawing, taking walks, playing volleyball, and working at New Holland Coffee Co. She is a dedicated student and is a member of the National Honor Society. She also attends both Victory Church and 717 Church.
When asked what her favorite thing about Lititz Christian is, she replied that her favorite things are “the teachers and that it’s so easy to connect with people.” She has participated in many school-sponsored activities and trips, one of which was the 2024 Foreign Language trip to Spain. Her favorite class at LCS is Psychology, because “the content is interesting and thought-provoking.” After high school, Olivia plans on taking a gap year and working.
When asked who she most admires, she said that she admires her dad “because of his level-headedness and his firm faith in the Lord.”
Olivia Hurst is a funny, kind, and compassionate individual, and it’s evident that the Lord has very big plans for her life.
Written by: Ella Urquhart
Cody Derner
Senior
Cody Derner is a senior at Lititz Christian School and has been attending LCS since Pre-K. Cody is a cyclist and enjoys participating in any outdoor activity offered. He enjoys learning about historical events and enjoys telling others fun facts about those events. Cody plans on becoming a commercial pilot after graduating. If Cody could change one thing about the world today, it would be the mental state of the inhabitants. His favorite class is Political Science. The reason this is his favorite is that he finds the subject intriguing and loves to discuss and learn more about it.
Cody is hard-working and efficient. He will go above and beyond what the teachers tell him to. He loves to learn and will take advantage of any opportunity to learn more. If someone were to ask Cody about a historical event, he would most likely tell multiple facts about that event. Cody is a very good person to have a conversation with.
Cody is an excellent student and a great classmate. He’s always willing to help, even if it means having less time to do things that he wants to do. Cody is smart and loves to increase his knowledge in every possible way. He is a great person to be a partners with for a project. He’ll offer advice and help to make sure things are easy to read, but still convey the information correctly.
Written by: Jadeyn Hamilton
Ali Davila
Senior
I am going to introduce my friend Ali Davila, the daughter of Angelica and Alberto Davila. She came to Lititz Christian School in 2024 last year; since then, she has been bringing us a lot of joy and inspiring us every day.
She is truly blessed with grace from God; she attends the Family of Christian Church and is part of the worship team. She is really talented in playing the piano and uses it to praise the Lord. She is also in the worship team at Lititz Christian School and sings well.
After high school, her plan is to go to college, and since she is capable of interacting well with others, she plans to major in social work. Currently, her favorite subject is Psychology. She is really interested in digging deeper into how we were created and gaining a deeper understanding of ourselves.
I really admire how she always connects her thoughts to God and thinks in a more mature and thoughtful way than I do.
Ali looks up to her mom. Her mom is a single parent, which is absolutely not easy, even though she always has a smile on her face; she admires everything about her.
Written by: Kotomi Yamanaka
Kotomi Yamanaka
Senior
Kotomi Yamanaka, daughter of Naoyoshi and Megumi Yamanaka, has attended Lititz Christian School since her sophomore year. She is an exchange student from Yokohama Kanagawa, Japan and she loves going to school here in the United States. She loves learning how to write and speak in English, and after high school, she desires to go to Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona. In the future, she aspires to be in a position of leadership.
Kotomi enjoys baking desserts like brownies and muffins. She loves animals; her favorite animal is a hedgehog. She finds enjoyment in learning how to play instruments like the piano and guitar. Her favorite classes are public speaking and English because she likes writing and learning grammar. She loves writing about her goals or dreams and her future. Kotomi is also bilingual; she can speak both English and Japanese.
Kotomi feels that her greatest accomplishment is coming to the United States, where she is getting to learn so much about Jesus and American culture. If she could change one thing in the world, it would be the amount of sickness. One of the people she admires most in her life is her mom because she always supports her dreams and loves her so much.
Written by: Ali Davila