Amazing things took place in our Monday night programs for teen/young parents (Chosen, Thrive and Ignite) this program year. We had wonderful LifeSkills Workshops, Guest Speakers as well as participated in monthly community service projects.
Here is a glimpse of the many praises / accomplishments that occurred in this year's program:
7 became employed
3 remained in college/trade school
3 started savings accounts
2 started college
2 bought vehicles
2 paid off tickets
2 got driver's license
1 accepted Christ as personal Lord & Savior
1 started own business
1 taking State Exam in June for Court Reporting
1 accepted into Nursing School
As we wrapped up this program year, we celebrated two young moms who graduated from CHOSEN, our 3-year selective program for teen/young moms. These young ladies accomplished many goals in their three years with us and have become amazing mothers to their children.
The Lord allowed us to see great and mighty things done in and through them during their time with us and we cannot wait to see where He leads them in the days / years to come. We are so very proud of our 2014-2015 Chosen graduates:
Sharn-de Roberson
Dental Assistant
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Sharn-de with her mentor, Jenny.
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Zanna Rios
Nursing School Student
| Zanna with her mentor, Cindy. |
A special shout out goes to the following for making this graduation ceremony a very special evening for all:
First Community Church (Crandall)
Hosting Site for graduation & programs
Julie Wages
Commencement Speaker
Amy Bledsoe, Stephanie Orton & Chris Small
Decorations / Set Up
Cindy Rich & Jenny Sunderlin
Food
Presley & Sonny Gilcrease
Amy, Annabelle & Carole Hughes
Childcare
Norm Sunderlin
Photographer
| Waiting to get the party started! |
| Julie Wages, Commencement Speaker "Choose Wisely, Choose Well!" |
| Last year's Chosen graduates recognizing this year's graduates. |
| Amy & Stephanie presenting graduates with their flowers. |
| Ketra & Melissa presenting graduates with their Certificates of Completion. |
| Listening as the graduates give their testimonies. |
| Hearts were touched during testimonials. |
| A great time with great friends! |
| Graduate table & keepsakes |
Teen/Young moms who graduate Chosen:
100% graduate high school
0% return to government assistance
<3% have repeat pregnancies
Enrollment for the 2015-2016 program year will begin June 29th. If you or someone you know is interested in applying and/or learning more about our teen/young parent programs, please contact us at 972-932-HELP (4357) or reply to this email.
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