CAJ NEWS
FALL 2024
GOD’S FAITHFULNESS
As we reflect on the remarkable journey of CAJ over the past 75 years, we are reminded of the incredible faith and determination that laid the foundation for our school. In the fall of 1949, 30 missionary families gathered in Tokyo, sharing a common problem: How were their children going to receive an education? None of them were school teachers or had started a school before.
We’re excited to introduce a new way to stay connected with our community. We’re transitioning away from the Chronicle magazine in favor of seasonal email newsletters that will share updates and stories in a more concise, engaging format. In this inaugural edition, we celebrate CAJ’s 75th anniversary and reflect on the many ways where we continue to live out our mission.
Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your FAITHFULNESS.
Lamentations 3:22-23 (NIV)
SAVE THE DATE
75th Anniversary Celebration on April 5, 2025
OPENING WORSHIP
Students and staff gathered in the gym on August 23 for an opening worship service to kick off the school year of CAJ’s 75th anniversary.
SERVICE
CAJ’s elementary has started a new “Good and Faithful Servants” program that aims to inspire students to look for ways to serve the school community.
SERVICE
CAJ’s elementary has started a new “Good and Faithful Servants” program that aims to inspire students to look for ways to serve the school community.
ACADEMICS
High school environmental science students are putting their studies into practice by sampling the water in CAJ’s neighboring river to serve the community.
SPORTS
CAJ’s middle schoolers are having fun and learning valuable lessons through sports. Hear from some of our athletes!
SPORTS
CAJ’s middle schoolers are having fun and learning valuable lessons through sports. Hear from some of our athletes!
SWOW
Wilderness Camp for 11th graders remains an essential part of the School Without Walls curriculum. Students are still reaping the benefits of this four-day adventure in the woods.
PARENT EDUCATION
CAJ hosted ZOE Japan for a seminar designed to help equip parents to safeguard their child from online threats.
PARENT EDUCATION
CAJ hosted ZOE Japan for a seminar designed to help equip parents to safeguard their child from online threats.
ALUMNI NEWS
40th Reunion (Class of 1983)
The class of 1983 gathered last year in Redondo Beach, California to celebrate its 40th reunion. The event was hosted by Tami Fukuda.
50th Reunion (Class of 1974)
The class of 1974 gathered on May 17-19 at Haworth Hotel in Holland, Michigan to celebrate its 50th reunion. The event was organized by Priscilla (Blair) Strapp, Dave Dillon, Marty Shaw, Steve Takushi, and Nate Young.
50th Reunion (Class of 1974)
The class of 1974 gathered on May 17-19 at Haworth Hotel in Holland, Michigan to celebrate its 50th reunion. The event was organized by Priscilla (Blair) Strapp, Dave Dillon, Marty Shaw, Steve Takushi, and Nate Young.