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NEWS & NOTES Q& A with Joanna, Waco campus resident MCH had many youth attend camps during the summer. Joanna attended a camp sponsored by the Waco Historic Foundation. This camp offered youth in the Waco area a chance to see what it takes to build a city and be a good citizen. We caught up with Joanna to learn more about her experience. What did you do at this camp? We learned what it takes to build and govern a city. We also learned about agriculture and emergency services, like the fire department and EMTs. The former mayor of Waco came out and spoke to us one day. What was your favorite memory of the camp? I really enjoyed seeing the firemen, fire truck and ambulances. I got to sit in the front seat and blow the siren. That was fun! I also enjoyed getting to pretend to be a reporter for the city and writing stories about past events. What did you learn from this experience? I learned how much work it takes to create and run a city. Education Charter School Progress Reports: MCH’s two charter schools that serve three residential campuses are among the 44 percent of schools statewide that met the Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) standards, according to the Texas Education Agency. MCH serves youth through the University of Texas University Charter School on the Waco campus and the Southwest School on the Waxahachie campus. According to the TEA, a school or district this year met AYP requirements if 87 percent or more of their students passed the state reading/English language arts test; 83 percent of their students passed the state mathematics test; and, depending on grade level, 95 percent of their students who participated in the state testing program had either a 75 percent graduation rate or a 90 percent attendance rate. “I was very pleased to learn that our two charter schools met the standards requirements for the last school year, something achieved by less than half of the schools in Texas,” said Tim Brown, MCH president. “I am very proud of our students, educators and entire staff for their hard work, commitment and extraordinary efforts as they took hold of hope, saw the potential for greatness and moved forward.” More information about the 2012 AYP report is available on the TEA website. ALBAUGH SCHOLARSHIP: MCH awarded its prestigious Albaugh Scholarship to five alumni for the 2012-2013 academic year. Recipients are (l-r): Ally Fry, sophomore, Baylor University; Essence Stowe, sophomore, Texas A&M University; Simona Tilahun, sophomore, University of Texas at Arlington; Josh Sheppard, sophomore, University of Texas at Arlington; and Amber Creason, senior, Texas A&M University (not pictured). Waxahachie: The Southwest Charter School on the Waxahachie campus recognized its first graduating class on May 23. The graduates are Jerrell, Ryan and Destianey. The Waxahachie school is called the Phoenix, and it is part of Southwest Schools based in Houston. The school serves grades 7-12 and offers core classes, music appreciation, Spanish, psychology, sociology and health. Alamo Community College Angelina College Brookhaven Community College Hill College Lone Star College McLennan Community College Midwestern State University Montgomery College (MD) Navarro College North Lake College Ogla Beauty College Richland College Tarleton State University Advanced Education The school also celebrated success on the TAKS tests. MCH students passed 67 of 72 sections for a 93 percent passing rate. “Through our on-campus school, we are able to better meet the academic needs of students, as evidenced in the increase in grades, improvements in TAKS scores and decrease in overall behavioral referrals,” said Candice Darwin, administrator. Seventy-four MCH alumni are enrolled in the following colleges or training programs for the fall 2012 semester. Students receive support from Transition Services coordinators, who help former residents make the transition to independent living. Tarrant County College Temple College Texas A&M University Texas State Technical College Texas State University Tyler Junior College University of Houston University of North Texas University of Texas-Arlington University of Texas-San Antonio University of Utah Weatherford College 14 <strong>Sunshine</strong> I Summer 2012
NEWS & NOTES Photography Awards Boys Ranch 4H Contest: Eight youth from the Boys Ranch earned awards in the state 4-H photography competition this spring. Recipients of firstplace awards and their categories are: AJ, food; Brandon, night photography; Jericho, wildlife; and Lloyd, macro photography. Recipients of second-place awards are: Dylan, elements of design and landscape, and Ruben, plants. Recipients of third-place awards are: Damion, night photography, and Jon, storyboard. The youth participated in a photography club taught by Cheryl Dishman, a homeparent at the Boys Ranch. Spiritual Development Perkins Youth Program: Shyla, a resident on the Waco campus, participated in the Perkins Youth School Texas Christian Athletic League SIX-MAN FOOTBALL Team: Second round of playoffs All-State Honorees: Denzel, 2nd-team Ty, Honorable mention Ben, Honorable mention BOYS BASKETBALL Team: State Runner-up All-State Honorees: Chance, 1st-team; T-CAL Player of the Year Steven, 2nd-team Kelvin, Honorable mention CROSS COUNTRY STATE MEET Henok, 7th Benny, 13th Kevin, 20th Austin, 21st Valentino, 26th Jaylen, 29th of Theology program. She attended meetings at SMU’s seminary during the year and a three-week academy this summer. Students attend classes and seminars, visit churches, participate in community service and meet regularly with mentors. “It is an amazing program, and I think our students come back with a deeper theological basis than many adults I know who have been in church for years,” said Ron Britton, a member of the MCH Spiritual Development staff. Independent Living Program MCH recently began an independent living program that provides housing and case management support for recent graduates, ages 18-22. MCH youth from residential care and foster care are eligible for the program based on their individual needs. MCH ATHLETICS: 2011-12 HONORS 3200 Meters: Henok, 2nd Benny, 11th 800 Meters: Jeremiah, 11th 100 Meters: James, 16th TRACK AND FIELD STATE MEET 200 Meters: James, 13th Michael, 15th 1600 Meters: Henok, 4th Mario, 16th “The purpose of the program is to assist recent graduates who need additional support as they develop the necessary independent living skills to be successfully employed, pursue advanced education, attain housing, and successfully manage the dayto-day stresses of life as they transition to adulthood,” said Jeff Creel, program director. Two homes are provided for male and female residents. Participants are expected to maintain a job and/or attend school, and they are encouraged to be active in the community. In addition to Creel, support staff includes “Life Coaches” and a unit manager. Residents participate in life skills classes and learn how to cook, use public transportation and develop a personal budget. Residents are responsible for home unit chores and pay monthly rent. COLLEGE BOUND Chance, left, and Calvin will continue their basketball careers in college. Chance will play at Temple College and Calvin will play for McLennan Community College. Shot Put: Lloyd, 7th Ty, 12th Michael, 16th Discus: Lloyd, 7th Ty, 8th Jericho, 12th Q& A with Yesenia, Waco campus resident Yesenia has been involved with JROTC at her high school for three years. As a junior last year, she earned an impressive 11 awards, including Cadet of the Year, the Association of the United States Army Medal and a college scholarship. We talked with Yesenia to learn more about her involvement with JROTC. What motivates you to excel in JROTC? I like helping people and I enjoy competition. I want our JROTC to be the best, so I strive to do well myself and help motivate my fellow cadets to do well. What does it mean to you to be recognized? It means a lot. I know that others see my hard work and it motivates me to do even more. What are your plans for the future? I would like to graduate next year in the top ten percent of my class. My goal is to attend the University of Texas and earn a bachelor’s degree in biology. My long term goal is to go to medical or nursing school. <strong>Sunshine</strong> I Summer 2012 15
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