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.