MVL is blessed to have a great number of people in our family, all with a heart for Christian education. The Spirit of MVL events are designed to bring this family together in thanksgiving.
In light of this year’s changes and challenges, the Spirit of MVL Recognition Reception and Gala combined and went virtual with the fitting theme: Together in Spirit. The livestream broadcast aired on Saturday, November 21 and can still be watched.
This year’s event raised funds for our livestream technology project. This means a better viewing experience for concerts, access to sporting events, an opportunity for students to have hands-on multimedia learning, and so much more. The event also supported the Partnership Fund. Thanks to the generous givers, item donors, sponsors, and viewers, more than $40,000 was raised for these two important pieces!
Additionally, the virtual event honored our 2020 Spirit of MVL award recipients: John Apitz, Lynn & Dan Hacker, and Fred & Joy Struck. We thank these individuals for using their time, talents, and treasures to the glory of God and to the benefit of Christ-centered education.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Spirit of MVL Award Recipients
A special committee selects each year’s recognition recipients based on nominations. Through the Spirit of MVL nomination form, you can nominate an individual, family, or company for consideration.
Past Recipients
2008: Jerry Birkholz, Les & Ardella Enter, Becky Markgraf, the original 45 students
2009: Jim Bauer, Marvin & Loraine Henning, Gene Rodewald
2010: Allan & Ellen Mueller, Paul Willems, Treasure Haus Founders
2011: Jim Hermanson, Rev. Dan Kramer, Warren & Rachel Krohn Family
2012: Jerry Bentz, Pat Meyer, Eric Woller
2013: Paul Holzhueter, Dennis Jaspersen, Lloyd Schauer
2014: Jan Fredrich, Bob Hinnenthal, Donna Luepke
2015: LeRoy & Caroline Black, Kurt Troge, St. Paul’s New Ulm
2016: Bob Dittrich, Kevin Hulke, Mae Tacke
2017: Rev. Jon Enter, Perry Meyer, Mark & Vivian Smith
2018: All previous recipients, in celebration of MVL’s 40th school year
2019: Dean & Kaye Compart, Joe & Beth Holtmeier, Robin & Carol Kramer, Jerry & Gwen Tjernagel
2020: John Apitz, Dan & Lynn Hacker, Fred & Joy Struck