Youth Services Martin Luther King Education Center E-Newsletter
Fall 2012
Welcome to the MLK Ed Center 2012!
Students, staff and partners of MLK have been welcomed into
the newly refurbished MLK ed Center on the John Serbu Youth Campus. We are located on 2515 MLK Blvd just west of Youth Services and behind Kids' FIRST and Pathways in the old amory building. Please contact Matthew Sterner, Program Supevisor matthew.sterner@co.lane.or.us for group tours.
New MLK Building!
Other Updates!
School has only been in session for a few weeks, and MLK students have already made impressive progress both inside and outside of the classroom! The MLK crew has previewed and discussed the social impacts of the movie "Bully,"traveled toDexter Lake to play some disc golf, visited the Short Mountain LandfillandCamas Swalefor a tour & some wetland restoration!
Hort Crew working at Shotgun Creek new OHV landing. Great job crew!
"Thanks for all the work you have done for us. Looks like the work you did several years ago is still functioning perfectly. Good job and thanks so much." -David Sledge, Ranger for Willamette USFS
CAST Partnership
MLK has been invited to work with Bethel Scool District on their CAST project. CAST is a five-year project that seeks to improve child health in the Bethel School District. The project includes seven elementary schools with an enrollment of nearly 3,000 students. CAST is a unique community-based participatory program in that it brings together schools, local organizations, and families to assess and respond to children's health and nutrition needs at both a school and community level. MLK's main role in the program is to provide healthy, nutritious food to the children and families participating in the study. CAST was very interested in partnering with MLK because the element of education expanded into OUR kitchen as we teach MLK youth to prepare and try these healthy dishes for themselves. For further information, please email cast.info@ori.org
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For more MLK updates!
MLK's October Student of the Month
Damon Phillips
"Damon demonstrates leadership qualities during vocational opportunities." -Jesse, MLK Instructor
Damon Phillips has been chosen for the October student of the month for a variety of reasons. Damon has had
perfect attendance since the semester began and a positive attitude. Staff have noticed Damon's willingness to participate in elective activities, and his academic involvement in the classroom.
David Juarez is part of the Workforce Investment Act Grant through the MLK Ed. Center
David was placed with Eugene Fire for an internship to obtain skills in this environment, make connections and learn basic workplace skills. David has done an outstanding job in this placement and has completed the internship with his Forklift Certification, positive references from within the department and a better understanding of this career path, which David is now continuing to work toward.
On-Site Horticulture Crew Accomplishments
Removal of invasive blackberries to expand U of O football parking.
Tree and Brush removal
Mulching
Pressure Washing
Preparations have been made for our Native Plant Propagation Garden*stay tuned!
Summer/Fall 2012 Culinary Highlights
Summer 2012 MLK Catered for the Olympic Trials, serving lunches and dinners for the security overseeing the event!
New fall menu promises a bounty of mouthwatering treats for all interested parties! MLK is happy to cater your next staff meeting, holiday parter, fundraiser, or tailgater!
MLK Giving Back for the Holidays
Each year, MLK sponsors a Holiday Meal open to the public, catered by MLK Culinary Arts students.
This is our way of saying "thank you" and giving back to the community.
Be on the look out for updates about our 2012 Holiday Meal!
MLK Transitions
Ashly Jenkins has passed her practice G.E.D. test with an incredible test average of 580. Cameron Hematyar got a job at Papa's Pizza.
Joe Garza scored his first offensive touchdown for the Lowell Devils football team.
Tyler Edwards is proud to have reached 6 months of sobriety.
Save 20%
Save 20% on your next catering order of $50 or more with the MLK Jr. Education Center Culinary Arts Program.
To place a catering order, call (541) 682-2423, or e-mail
