Hillcrest Alumni Brunch

Alumni Brunch, Grad Weekend & Reunions

There is something special about being part of the alumni of Hillcrest Lutheran Academy. We share a unique and truly uncommon experience with a larger fellowship, who also walked the halls of the Castle, growing their faith in Jesus Christ, and fostering life-long friendships. It is our pleasure to welcome you back to the Hillcrest campus for your reunion and Grad Weekend!

Grad Weekend is May 21-24, 2026 - see the full weekend schedule below along with registration.

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Grad Weekend Schedule

May 21-24, 2026

Hall of Fame Banquet

Thursday, May 21 | 5:30pm
Student Activity Center

* Registration Required by May 9th 

Hillcrest hosts a Hall of Fame banquet to recognize accomplishments of individuals in the realm of athletics. Cost is $35 per person.


Alumni-Led Worship Night

Thursday, May 21 | 8:30pm
Auditorium

Please join us for a night of praise and worship led by Hillcrest alumni. Hear inspiring stories, uplifting hymns, and passionate praise of Jesus. You won’t want to miss this new tradition!


Concert

Friday, May 22 | 7:00pm
Bethel Lutheran Church

The Hillcrest Music Department will perform their final concert for the school year at Bethel. 


Alumni Brunch

Saturday, May 23 | 10:00am
Student Activity Center

* Registration Required by May 9th

Enjoy a delicious brunch and program featuring music  and testimonies. All alumni and guests are welcome. Cost is $16 per person. Campus tours will immediately follow the brunch. 


Senior Class Night

Saturday, May 23 | 7:00pm
Student Activity Center

Come celebrate and hear from the Hillcrest Class of 2026.


Baccalaureate & Commencement Service

Sunday, May 24 | 10:00am
Student Activity Center

Our Golden Alumni, the Class of 1976, will have reserved seating and receive special recognition during this service.


Traditional Singing of Class Song

Sunday, May 24 | Following Commencement
Castle Front Steps

Following Commencement, the Class of 2026 will gather one last time on the HLA front steps to sing their class song.

Alumni of the Year

1981 - Rev. Arthur & Ruth (Elton) Nyhus - Seminary 1924
Ida Goplen - Hillcrest 1922

1982 - Rev. Joseph Rangen - Seminary 1944
Donna (Herleikson) Murk - Hillcrest 1948

1983 - Dr. Leslie Stennes - Seminary 1950
Rev. Joseph Levang - Seminary 1938

1984 - Rev. Daniel Erickson - Seminary 1925
David Swenson - Hillcrest 1962

1985 - William Windahl - Hillcrest 1928

1986 - Rev. O.E. Overland - Seminary 1939
Dr. Martin Holoien - Hillcrest 1946

1987 - Ruth (Aarrestad) Aandahl - 1931
Richard Pederson - Hillcrest 1946

1988 - Rev. Harland Helland - Hillcrest 1950, Seminary 1956
Mabel (Benson) Helland - Hillcrest 1952

1989 - Rev. Theodore Thompson - Seminary 1940
Charles Backstrom - Hillcrest 1939

1990 - Rev. Rosenius Norheim - Hillcrest 1925, Seminary 1928
Rev. William H. Colbeck - Seminary 1962

1991 - Rev. Roy Erickson - Hillcrest 1931

1992 - Rev. Everald H. Strom - Hillcrest 1938, Seminary 1939
Marjorie Boe - Hillcrest 1952

1993 - Rev. O.D. Thompson - Seminary 1939

1994 - Duane Sandberg - Hillcrest 1944

1995 - Rev. Omar Gjerness - Seminary 1945

1996 - John Foss - Hillcrest 1925, Seminary 1929
Florence (Skovolt) Foss - Hillcrest 1928

1997 - Robert & Sally (Stephenson) Overgaard - Hillcrest 1947

1998 - David Christenson - Hillcrest 1944, Seminary 1953

1999 - Clara (Sather) Olsoe - Hillcrest 1942

2000 - Elling Halverson - Hillcrest 1950

2001 - Rev. Alvin Strand - Seminary 1960

2002 - Dick Rogness - Seminary 1955

2003 - G.T. Gunhus - Hillcrest 1958, Seminary 1967

2004 - John Kilde - Hillcrest 1954, Seminary 1962

2005 - Janet (Monsen) Aasby - Hillcrest 1956
Irv Bergsagel - Hillcrest 1955

2006 - Adeline (Rolfsen) Mathison - Hillcrest 1956
Luther Mathison - Hillcrest 1956

2007 - Curt Kavlie - Hillcrest 1957

2008 - Norma (Sollie) Senum - Hillcrest 1948

2009 - Joel Egge - Hillcrest 1959, Seminary 1966

2010 - Elmer & Julia (Christenson) Kaardal - Hillcrest 1944

2011 - Joseph Burdean Rogness - Hillcrest 1956

2012 - David Egge - Hillcrest 1962

2013 - Gary Thompson - Hillcrest 1968

2014 - James Erickson - Hillcrest 1964, Seminary 1972
Roy & Barbara (Olsen) Heggland - Hillcrest 1969

2015 - Lee Rogness - Hillcrest 1965

2016 - Barbara (Tweed) Halverson - Hillcrest 1951

2017 - David & Crystal (Overland) Veum - Hillcrest 1967

2018 - LaWayne Rogness - Hillcrest 1968

2019 - Joyce (Windahl) Aune - Hillcrest 1954

2021 - Daniel Stenoien - Hillcrest 1951

2022 - Vaughn Kavlie - Hillcrest 1982

2023 - Marty & Mim (Dokken) Valder - Hillcrest 1976 & 1973

2024 - Mark & Janet (Salvesen) Soholt - Hillcrest 1967

2025 - Mark & Cathy (Brue) Tungseth - Hillcrest 1975 & 1982

Transcript Requests

Transcript Release Policy:

All requests will require a $5 fee per transcript. 
All student billing accounts must be paid in full prior to transcripts being released.