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John Barnes , 1999 , Houston , Texas , Currently working as a server analyst for ExxonMobil Global Services company where he manages servers through out the United States. Recently completed his Masters of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. Graduated in December 2004 from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Operations Management. John has a great wife and four wonderful children.

Lewis E. Black , 1953 , Ft. Thomas , Arizona , after many years working and teaching in the electronics field, and police work and after several back operations, I am presently retired and putting in some time as a workamper spending time doing light work around different resorts. North in the summer and south in the winter. I am married to Crystal and enjoying life back in the Gila Valley.

Theresa (Chavez) Burton , 2001 , Flagstaff , Arizona , recently graduated from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication. Will be getting married on January 7, 2006 in the Mesa LDS Temple to Guthrie John Burton. Resides in Flagstaff and currently is working for NAU.

Felix "Nic" Callicotte , 1962 , Clifton , Arizona , I retired August 2006 after 30 years in the payroll field with the last 10 years as Payroll Supervisor with the Sunnyside Unified School District in Tucson, AZ. I'm spending time with my children, Douglas, Dawn and Victoria [all EAC Graduates]and of course I'm enjoying the recliner and my five grandchildren.

Edward "Fast Eddie" Christensen , 1999 , Edmond , Oklahoma , A former starting point guard for the Gila Monsters, Eddie recently commenced his residency program at the University of Oklahoma where he is being trained as an oral/maxillofacial surgeon. Previously Eddie graduated with honors from the University of Colorado School of Dentistry where he earned his D.D.S. degree. Prior to that he graduated from BYU where he earned a B.S. degree in Biology. Eddie and his beautiful wife Jillian have two lovely children Nolan (4) and Allie (2).

Susan (Crum) Cook , 1992 , Mesa , Arizona , served in the Montana, Billings Mission and returned to earned her degree in education from Ottwa University. She taught 3rd grade until the birth of her triplets (Kimball, Karissa, & Kelsey -5 years old) and is eagerly awaiting the arrival of baby #4 shortly.

Glen Cox , 1996 , Stockton , Missouri , Currently a football coach and teaching Physical Education at Bolivar High School in Bolivar, Missouri. Married to wife, Sarah, expecting our first child in the summer of 2007.

Glen Cox II , 1996 , Lebanon , Missouri , Graduated from Sw Missouri St in 99, Head Football Coach at Barber High School, and Social Studies Teacher Married to the Former Edith Boggs (of Flagstaff) in May of 2000 in Laughlin Nevada. No kids yet

David Crockett , 1992 , Salt Lake City , Utah , recently completed graduate school in the University of Utah School of Medicine, graduating with a Masters degree in Medical Informatics. He is currently employed as a research scientist at ARUP Laboratories, working in the new Proteomics/Mass Spec division to characterize the protein pathways of acute lymphoma. He and his wife, Rebecca are expecting their second child in November.

Sommer (Stevens) Curtis , 1999 , Chandler , Arizona , recently graduated from Arizona State University with a B.S. in Special Education, she has also been hired by the Mesa Unified School District for the Fall. She recently married and is shedueled to go to Russia this summer for a foriegn business internship.

Chas "Chas" DeWitt , 1992 , Blanding , Utah , Has just been hired as a middle school principal in the San Juan School District. He has worked as an assistant principal/athletic director for four years. Has been married to Cristi John of Safford for over 12 years. They have four children Brooki - 10, Tristan - 7, Trek - 3 and Tate - 1.

Candace (Mayberry) Evans , 2005 , Silver City , New Mexico , married her husband, Jonathan, in March of 2004. Completed her LPN through EAC just before the arrival of her daughter, Hannah, on the 4th of July 2005! Is enjoying staying home with Hannah while her husband is going to school at WNMU and applying to dental school in hopes of getting in for the Fall of 2007.

Christine "Chris" Gale , 1993 , Morenci , Arizona , graduated from NAU with a Masters in Education in 2001. I also recieved an AA degree in Administration of Justice from E.A.C. in 1996. I have been teaching for 12 years in Morenci and Clifton. I am married to Gary Gale, who is a deputy sheriff for Greenlee Cty. We have two children Ryan age 35 and Cheryl age 33. We also have four wonderful grandchildren.

Shawn Gifford , 1998 , Regina , Saskatchewan , was drafted in the forth round by the Montreal Alouetes of the Canadian Football League this past spring. Then traded to the Saskatchewan RoughRiders in the middle of rookie season. Continuing to play pro football.

Celeste "C.C." (Ledger) Goetz , 1993 , Prescott Valley , Arizona , We have now lived in Prescott Valley for five years. We have two beautiful children, Austun 6, and Ashlynne 2. My husband Erik and I have two companies, one new contruction plumbing and the other radiant floor heating. We are happy and healthy. I miss all my great EA friends and hope all is well with each of you.

Doug Goodman , 1986 , Starkville , Mississippi , Doug was recently awarded the Outstanding Professor award for the 2006-2007 school year by the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at Mississippi State University (MSU). Doug has been with MSU since 2001. He is married to Shelly Goodman. They have five children.

Michelle Hall , 2000 , Mesa , Arizona , Recently graduated from Northern Arizona University with a Bachelors in Business Administration, major in Business Management and certificate in Human Resource Management. Currently employed with the University of Phoenix Online.

Brad Hekekia , 1997 , Queen Creek , Arizona , Is currently a real estate and insurance agent. Both Brad and his wife, Kristen Brown, ’96, formerly from Tucson and also an EAC alumna, have completed their undergraduate work from NAU Flagstaff in 1999. Brad and Kristen have three daughters, Lily, Hali, and Kami.

Curtis Hoopes , 1997 , San Antonio , TX , Curtis recently graduated from University of Maryland in Baltimore with a Master's degree in Critical Care Nursing. He graduated from EAC's nursing class in 1997, completed his bachelors of science in nursing degree through NAU in 2002. He is employed by the United States Air Force. He will be moving to San Antonio, TX where he will be working as an acute care nurse practitioner at Wilford Hall Medical Center, Lackland Air Force Base. He is married to Tracy McEuen, class of 1996. They have been married for 13 years and have 3 daughters.

Kirk Hopkins , 1998 , Tempe , Az , went ASU 2002 pursuing a career in film making.

Aloha "LeiLani" (Jensen) Jensen , 1984 , Meridian , Idaho , Retired as Deputy Director, Idaho State Bureau of Homeland Security and is currently a Real Estate and Private Portfolio Investor. Her three children and eight grandchildren are the greatest accomplishment she has acheived. She is happy, healthy and loves to travel, learn and teach.

Buddy "Bud" Jensen , 1967 , Bristow , Virginia , was recently named to the National Register’s “Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals of America“. Jensen currently serves as the Chief of Hatchery Operations for the National Fish Hatchery System, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, in Washington, DC. When asked about his future plans, Jensen said he and his wife, Sharlene, look forward to retirement and returning to the Gila River Valley sometime in 2006. Three of the Jensen’s six children have attended EAC and Crystal, who will graduate from Stonewall Jackson High School in Manassas, VA in 2006, has already been accepted to attend EAC.

Chris Johnson , 1991 , Peoria , Arizona , graduated from ASU and is teaching biology and coaching football as well as wrestling at Washington HS in Glendale. He and his wife Renea live in Peoria.

Linnea (Lanquist ) Johnston , 1990 , Cedar Ridge , California , Has been chosen as one of twenty young breast cancer survivors in America to participate in the upcoming global Changing Gears motorcycle adventure. The purpose of this powerful motorcycle ride is to raise awareness of the unique needs of young women living with breast cancer, challenge media stereotypes and raise funds for breast cancer causes. Please help support this great cause by making a donation at the link below. http://www.changinggears.org/linneajohnston.htm

Shirley (Wooten) Kartchner , 2004 , Springville , Utah , was recently married (May 2005) and is living in Utah while husband, Duane, is going to BYU. Expecting first child in April.

Susan (Koons) Kula , 1991 , Ames , Iowa , is an Environmental Speciallist III at Iowa State University where she uses her B.S. Degree in Meteorology and Environmental Engineering to assure compliance with Air Pollution and Storm Water regulations at the 28000 student university. She has been happily married for eight years to Andy, a Meterologist with the National Weather Service. They have one daughter Casey Sue who is 2 years old. This spring she plans to take advantage of the tution program at ISU and complete her Masters Degree in English with a specialty in Technical Writting!

Joanne (Trepanier) LaFleur , 1989 , Salt Lake City , Utah , has a fantastic husband and three beautiful children including two boys (11 and 14) and a girl (8 months). She is currently assistant professor in the Department of Pharmacotherapy at the University of Utah College of pharmacy.

Brenda (Foster) Leavitt , 1994 , SierraVista , Arizona , is now living in Sierra Vista, staying home and taking care of 3 kids (#4 is on the way!) Dear hubby is a dentist, so we will probably be here forever.

Donna (Henderson) McNeil , 1989 , Taylor , Arizona , transfered to NAU and received a degree in Elementary Education. She taught 3rd grade for several years in Snowflake, Az while earning a Masters Degree in Education. She marrried Scott McNeil (90)in 1992. They live in Taylor with their five boys, Devin(10), Trevor(8), Brett(5), Brayden(4), and Connor(1).

Jane "Sherlock" (Aguilera) Mondragon , 1994 , Safford , Arizona , has been working for the Arizona Dept of Economic Security/Family Assistance for the past three years. My youngest son, Jude, will be graduating from high school in May 2003. My beautiful daughter, Krystal, is still living at home with me and my oldest son, Brigido, is attending Eastern Arizona College, majoring in Administration of Justice. He is also working security for one of our major stores (and by the way, loving every bit of it!)

Lann Moore , 1986 , Socorro , New Mexico , married Charlene Ball in May of 86. Graduated with a BS Degree in Forestry from NAU. Worked for NM State Forestry for 10 years and then joined the Bureau of Land Management 2 years ago. Have 7 children ranging from 19 to 3.

Evan Neill , 2002 , Maricopa , Arizona , Evan recently won first prize in the Screenplay Contest for the 2008 Phoenix Film Festival.

Paula (Baker) Neill , 2002 , Maricopa , Arizona , Paula graduated from ASU in December of 2005 with a BA in Sociology. She also recently completed her Master's Degree in Criminal Justice.

Annie Rose (Tom) Nodestine , 1988 , Chinle , Arizona , graduated with a B.S.N. from Arizona State University in 1991. Currently in the Pediatric Nurse Practioner Program at Vanderbilt University in Nashville,Tennesse. Scheduled to graduate in August 2003 with a Master of Science and will be returning to the Navajo reservation to work at the Indian Health Services facility. She is married with 2 boys, ages 8 and 10.

Gregg Norton , 1986 , St. Johns , Arizona , married LaNae Turley in June of 86 and moved to Provo graduating with a BS Degree from BYU. Have worked for the U.S. Department of Agriculture for 14 years. Have 5 kids ranging from 16 to 1yr.

Darrell Rumley , 1968 , Sells , Arizona , has been the Dirctor of the Sells Indian Hospital for the last 8 years. Graduated from the U of A. President and head Sensi for the Red Nation Warrior Karate Club.

Angie (De Leon) Saiz , 2000 , Clifton , Arizona , Is currently working for Empire Machinery in Morenci,Arizona. She is a Billing Coordinator & Safety Coordinator for Empire Machinery. She is going on her second year at Empire. She was recently married to Leroy M. Saiz of Morenci, who also attended EAC. Leroy and Angie have one son, Jarret Michael Saiz, who is just as handsome as his Daddy!

Sherin (Marsh) Schaeffer , 1981 , Memphis , Tennessee , married with one great son have been a youth service officer for dept of correction,children services for three years and recently landed a great job with the city's school district office of security adminstrations.

Steve Self , 1988 , Camp Verde , Arizona , Steve, originally from St. David, Arizona, attended EAC's world class drama department for a short period from the mid 80's through the early 90's. In 1992, he married the most beautiful and talented girl to come out of Snowflake, Arizona, Melanie Webb, who also attended EAC. Steve has been an Allstate Insurance Agent in Sedona Arizona for the past 3 1/2 years. They have 3 beautiful children, Jennah (7), Kirstie (5), and Steven (3).

Andrea "Andie" Smith , 2001 , Broomfield , Colorado , recently moved from Tucon to help put my parents in Colorado. My fathers health is not doing well and trying to get him back on his feet. Working as a supervisor with EchoStar Communications. Trying to locate Jennifer Knudsen and Julie Newitt.

Valerie (Kaye) Smith , 1991 , Peoria , Arizona , Received her BA in 1998, MA in 2000 and recently left her teaching and coaching job at Flagstaff High School to pursue motherhood. She currently lives in Peoria with husband Michael, who recently received BA in Civil Engineering, and daughter Kuehne(born 8/16/02).

Jillian "Jill" (Wolfington) Stoddard , 1998 , Mesa , Arizona , After finishing a masters degree in Social Work at ASU, has worked for over a year with terminally ill patients through Hospice of Arizona. Jill married her best friend in March 2005 and they expect their first baby in Feb 2006.

Terry Tanner , 1957 , Tucson , AZ , graduated ASU 1965 and served in Army, Phoenix PD, Border Patrol and US Customs before retiring in 2001. Has three daughters and one granddaughter.

Larry Upton , 1960 , Gilbert , Arizona , retired from First Interstate Bank in Las Vegas, NV in 1996. He and his wife, Judy McDonald, relocated to Arizona and own a financial services business in Tempe, AZ. Larry started racing stock cars at Manzanita Speedway, Phoenix, AZ, in 2002, and currently serves as president of the Arizona Stock Car Racing Association. He plans to work and race as long as he can meet the challenge.

Robert Vuletich , 1972 , Phoenix , Arizona , has been working for Farmers Insurance since 1986 as a supply clerk in their Regional Office.

Mark Weech , 1993 , Gilbert , Arizona , became a partner in the Gilbert firm of Colby & Company, CPAs, PLC in January 2003. The firm provides audit, tax, and financial planning services with many clients in the Gila Valley. He lives in Gilbert with his wife, Yvette (Hall), who also attended EAC, and their two children, Derek (4) and Shaylyn (2).

Mark Weech , 1993 , Gilbert , Arizona , Mark opened his own CPA firm, Bloomfield Financial, PLLC, in Mesa in January 2007 after having been a partner in another Gilbert CPA practice for four years. The new firm provides tax and accounting services and consulting for businesses and individuals. Mark and his wife, Yvette (Hall), who also attended EAC, live in Gilbert with their three children, Derek (8), Shaylyn (6), and Adam (2).

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