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I would like to introduce you to an opportunity to help send students in our community to college, in the name of a lifelong educator and outstanding role model, Mr. Jeff Rathgeb.
Jeff has been battling cancer for the past 30 years. In the midst of his personal battles, he has obtained his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida, and his Master’s degree from Florida Atlantic University. He has been a loyal and dedicated teacher of Chemistry, Anatomy, Marine Biology and Life Science at Lake Worth Christian School for the past 12 years. He also sponsored the Junior Engineering Technical Society (JETS), Chem-A-Thon, and was a member of the Chapel Committee. Jeff was also very instrumental in the Travel Studies program, serving on the Travel Studies Committee and chaperoning many overseas trips. In addition he assisted with all the school plays and musicals, helping to build sets and direct students behind the scenes. Along the way Jeff has lost his leg and part of both lungs to cancer. His fight has just recently come to an end. Jeff passed away early in the morning on Friday, November 25th.
In honor of the effort and devotion that Jeff has given to his many students over the years, we are initiating a scholarship, offered in Jeff’s name, which will assist with the college expenses for select students of Lake Worth Christian School. The details of the candidate selection criteria and award offering are still being finalized with Jeff’s family.
In order to bring this scholarship to fruition and create a legacy which will benefit students for generations to come, we need your help. We are planning a local event to raise awareness and funds for this scholarship, including an auction of various donated gifts. Anything that you can donate in goods, services or memorabilia is greatly appreciated. All monetary gifts should be made out to “Lake Worth Christian School” with the memo field indicating that the donation is for the “Jeff Rathgeb Scholarship Fund”. The school is a 501c3 non-profit organization, therefore all donations are tax deductible. Please forward your donations to be auctioned to The Jeff Rathgeb Scholarship Fund” c/o Michael Butler, 4162 Bahia Isle Circle, Wellington, FL 33467. This is to allow for preparation and cataloging of the items prior to the auction.
On behalf of Jeff, his family and friends, and Lake Worth Christian School, thank you for your support of this worthy cause.
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