Brehm School Turns 30 Fuses Athletics And Real World Skills
As Brehm vows to mark 30 years, basketball dominates a broad program that includes soccer paintball and disc golf. Athletic director Greg Douglas and coach Aaron Lee emphasize diverse student experiences and lessons in hard work and discipline, from scholarships to lifelong friendships. Alumni like Siakam Barron Dickerson and Ochenje show notable college careers.
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Spitler recalls Brehm school memories and changes
Pete Spitler, sports reporter, reflects on Brehm School memories from small class sizes to personal teacher attention. He notes 2004 gym and dorm changes, Apple laptops for new students, and a dining service replacing dorm meals. Memories of students and teachers define the experience.
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Brehm School Builds Midwest Heritage and Growth
Richard Collins of Brehm Preparatory recounts founding efforts to create a Midwest boarding school focused on family values. Ground broken May 11, 1982, opened Aug. 30, 1982 with under 30 students. Now about 100 students on an 80 acre campus with 150 staff and diverse programs.
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