Friday, June 29, 2007
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Sinclair gives nine full-ride scholarships to Dayton students
Michael Carter from Sinclair Fast Forward Center presented nine Life Skills Center of Dayton graduates with the Taylor Endowment Scholarship during the June 22 graduation ceremony.
The scholarship program was administered in partnership with the Sinclair Community College Fast Forward Center.
Students had to be nominated by our faculty/staff, maintain 90 percent attendance, along with completing college entrance requirements.
The scholarship can also be used for tuition, fees, books, tools, equipment, uniforms, and other educational expenses.
The following students received the Taylor Scholarship:
- Kimberly Dawson
- Johnesisha Hanks
- Latoya Bibbs
- Destini Lynch
- Kendra Wilson
- Jessica Knapp
- Jeremy Miller
- Raushanna Sheffield
- Taylor Reitz
The scholarship program was administered in partnership with the Sinclair Community College Fast Forward Center.
Students had to be nominated by our faculty/staff, maintain 90 percent attendance, along with completing college entrance requirements.
The scholarship can also be used for tuition, fees, books, tools, equipment, uniforms, and other educational expenses.
The following students received the Taylor Scholarship:
- Kimberly Dawson
- Johnesisha Hanks
- Latoya Bibbs
- Destini Lynch
- Kendra Wilson
- Jessica Knapp
- Jeremy Miller
- Raushanna Sheffield
- Taylor Reitz
Story about teacher's trip
By Katie Kessler
(Willoughby) News-Herald Correspondent
Rhonda Novakovic was a recipient of behind-the-scenes training from Army educators.
The South Euclid resident spent a week in Fort Knox, Ky., as part of a program designed to offer skills in presenting the military as a career option.
Novakovic, a vocational specialist at Life Skills Center of Lake Erie in Cleveland, has seen dozens of her graduates join the armed forces.
"Their maturity level definitely skyrocketed when they've returned," she said. "They get a better understanding of the world around them."
The key Novakovic remembers most from her training was the "team approach in helping our students."
The training focuses on decreasing the problem of high school dropouts by implementing test-taking skills, mentoring and providing educational programs for students.
Her stint in Kentucky also included such skill-building as static display, marksman training, tank simulation, unit conduct of fire and tactical training.
What is Novakovic¹s game plan to decrease the dropout rate?
"A group effort," she said,"everyone needs to get involved."
The Life Skills Center encompasses alternative education methods for students ages 16-22.
For more information, call (216)631-1090.
(Willoughby) News-Herald Correspondent
Rhonda Novakovic was a recipient of behind-the-scenes training from Army educators.
The South Euclid resident spent a week in Fort Knox, Ky., as part of a program designed to offer skills in presenting the military as a career option.
Novakovic, a vocational specialist at Life Skills Center of Lake Erie in Cleveland, has seen dozens of her graduates join the armed forces.
"Their maturity level definitely skyrocketed when they've returned," she said. "They get a better understanding of the world around them."
The key Novakovic remembers most from her training was the "team approach in helping our students."
The training focuses on decreasing the problem of high school dropouts by implementing test-taking skills, mentoring and providing educational programs for students.
Her stint in Kentucky also included such skill-building as static display, marksman training, tank simulation, unit conduct of fire and tactical training.
What is Novakovic¹s game plan to decrease the dropout rate?
"A group effort," she said,"everyone needs to get involved."
The Life Skills Center encompasses alternative education methods for students ages 16-22.
For more information, call (216)631-1090.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Life Skills Center of Hamilton County spotlighted graduates
Dennis Blieden
Dennis Blieden is excited to have been accepted at Ohio State University, and will begin his studies there in the Fall of 2007.
While completing his high school academic work at the Life Skills Center of Hamilton County, Dennis routinely put in extra time after his regular class session to tutor his fellow students.
All who know Dennis are proud of the way that he has turned his life around and “made good” on the mistakes he’s made.
Dennis is an exceptional student and has a strong commitment to helping those around him.
Crucial to the development of his commitment to service was his experiences at the Life Skills Center, as well as a recent visit to Holocaust sites in Europe.
Dennis delivered the student address at the Life Skills Center of Hamilton County’s June 2007 commencement.
Daniel Benedetti
Daniel Benedetti felt it was important to complete his high school education and earn his high school diploma, so he enrolled in the Life Skills Center of Hamilton County.
In less than two months, Danny was able to complete the academic credits he needed in order to finish.
After leaving the Life Skills Center, Danny answered his country’s call and enlisted in the U.S. Army.
Danny is now with the 101st Airborne, stationed at Ft. Campbell, Kentucky, and is awaiting deployment to either Iraq or Afghanistan.
While he was not be able to be present for his Life Skills graduation, Danny was present in spirit and received special recognition for his service to our country.
Additionally, Danny’s proud father, Mike Benedetti, received Danny’s diploma.
Dennis Blieden is excited to have been accepted at Ohio State University, and will begin his studies there in the Fall of 2007.
While completing his high school academic work at the Life Skills Center of Hamilton County, Dennis routinely put in extra time after his regular class session to tutor his fellow students.
All who know Dennis are proud of the way that he has turned his life around and “made good” on the mistakes he’s made.
Dennis is an exceptional student and has a strong commitment to helping those around him.
Crucial to the development of his commitment to service was his experiences at the Life Skills Center, as well as a recent visit to Holocaust sites in Europe.
Dennis delivered the student address at the Life Skills Center of Hamilton County’s June 2007 commencement.
Daniel Benedetti
Daniel Benedetti felt it was important to complete his high school education and earn his high school diploma, so he enrolled in the Life Skills Center of Hamilton County.
In less than two months, Danny was able to complete the academic credits he needed in order to finish.
After leaving the Life Skills Center, Danny answered his country’s call and enlisted in the U.S. Army.
Danny is now with the 101st Airborne, stationed at Ft. Campbell, Kentucky, and is awaiting deployment to either Iraq or Afghanistan.
While he was not be able to be present for his Life Skills graduation, Danny was present in spirit and received special recognition for his service to our country.
Additionally, Danny’s proud father, Mike Benedetti, received Danny’s diploma.
Graduation coverage from the Ohio Coalition for Quality Education
By RON ADLEROhio Coalition for Quality Education president
Life Skills Center of Middletown presented diplomas to 21 energized high school students.
Since June 2000, Ohio Life Skills Centers has given a 'second chance' to over
6,000 students.
Each student had special challenges but community schools like Life Skills Centers are designed to work with this population of students.
A highly trained and dedicated staff that forms a close bondwith the students and parents helped these youth to pass the Ohio
Proficiency/Ohio Graduation Tests and earn a high school diploma.
Charles Hall, administrator of Life Skills Center of Middletown began the evening by encouraging parents and friends of students in the audience to, "get involved. Be happy on this occasion. Let these students know that you are proud of them. Make some noise."
He then introduced two former students, Whitnie Slone and Kristin Shafer.
Before enrolling in LSC, both had attended a traditional high school, were
impacted by a personal crisis.dropped out of schoo and thought their
future educational opportunities were nonexistent. Then they were
introduced to Life Skills Center of Middletown and Charles Hall, who stands 6 foot 6 inches tall, has a booming laugh and every day he inspires each student to reach their full potential.
Whitnie Slone attended Life Skills Center of Middletown by day and Sinclair Community College in the evening.
She earned a 3.5 GPA and her goal is to attend the University of Cincinnati Engineering College and eventually work towards a Masters degree.Kristen Shafer also graduated from Life Skills Center of Middletown in 2003 and went on to graduate from Miami University of Ohio with a bachelor's degree.
State Senator Gary Cates delivered the Commencement Address.
Serving on both the Finance committee and Vice-Chair of the Senate Education Committee he has provided a consistently 'strong voice' on behalf of community schools.
Speaking without prepared notes, the Senator talked about "school
choice vs. school chance."
He told the graduating students that "life isn't always fair but it is usually what you make of it."
Challenging every student he said, "don't let anyone tell you that you can't reach your life goals. First, dream it, then work hard..and live it".
Each graduate was then asked to present a yellow rose to someone in the audience that "made a difference in their lives."
Parents, relatives and friends received roses but ... several emotional students presented their rose to Mr. Hall.
It was a wonderful evening filled with joy, happiness, emotion ... and lots of tears.
Life Skills Center of Dayton spotlighted graduates
Leah James
Leah James enrolled in Life Skills of Dayton in February 2005.
Leah was searching for a school in which she could stay focused and remain on track and achieve her goal of graduation.
The appeal of attending school for only four hours a day, working at your own pace, and the opportunity to work lead Leah to Life Skills.
Beginning with eight credits, Leah knew it was going to be a long way to graduation, and in order to achieve success she would need to stay focused. At times this was difficult, especially with the unexpected death of her mother.
Although Leah is credit complete, she has continued to attend school to serve as a mentor for others.
Leah will graduate with her mother in her heart and with her loved ones by her side.
Artesa Hopkins-Dewberry
Artesa Hopkins-Dewberry enrolled in Like Skills of Dayton in March 2006.
Since that time, Artesa—the mother of two and wife—earned 12.75 core credits from Life Skills, thus allowing her to graduate this June.
In order to graduate in June, Artesa focused on her academic studies and earned six core credits in a two-month period, making her by far our most studious student.
Because Artesa’s home life is busy—how could it not be with both Artesa and her husband working full time and raising two kids — she was happy to take advantage of Life Skills’ flexible schedule and graduate with her high school diploma.
Leah James enrolled in Life Skills of Dayton in February 2005.
Leah was searching for a school in which she could stay focused and remain on track and achieve her goal of graduation.
The appeal of attending school for only four hours a day, working at your own pace, and the opportunity to work lead Leah to Life Skills.
Beginning with eight credits, Leah knew it was going to be a long way to graduation, and in order to achieve success she would need to stay focused. At times this was difficult, especially with the unexpected death of her mother.
Although Leah is credit complete, she has continued to attend school to serve as a mentor for others.
Leah will graduate with her mother in her heart and with her loved ones by her side.
Artesa Hopkins-Dewberry
Artesa Hopkins-Dewberry enrolled in Like Skills of Dayton in March 2006.
Since that time, Artesa—the mother of two and wife—earned 12.75 core credits from Life Skills, thus allowing her to graduate this June.
In order to graduate in June, Artesa focused on her academic studies and earned six core credits in a two-month period, making her by far our most studious student.
Because Artesa’s home life is busy—how could it not be with both Artesa and her husband working full time and raising two kids — she was happy to take advantage of Life Skills’ flexible schedule and graduate with her high school diploma.
Thirteen graduate from school
On June 21, Life Skills Center of Lake Erie closed its school year by successfully celebrating its Commencement Ceremony at Tri-C theater. Although only 13 students graduated, the event was a very colourful and unforgettable one.
Two students excelled in merits: Efrain Echevarria and Ann Gartner.
Efrain came to this center with zero credits. Thanks to his high determination, he managed to attain 20 credits to graduate.
Few students have this kind of will and determination.
The Red Cross of America honored him with a $1000.00 scholarship.
Efrain worked over 1,500 hours in the community over his stay at the center. The school vocational department honoerd him with a plaque.
Anna Garnett distinguished herself by working with the community during her entire stay in Life Skills. She received the Life Skills Centers Award for her voluntary contribution to the community. Graduates included:
Le'Roy Decembly
Efrain Echevarria
Elizabeth Estremera
Anna Garnett
Kristin Manville
Crystal Morris
Ericka Rodriguez
Angela Santos
Jericka Soto
Jullie Valentin
Anthony Hill
Ramone Masten
Jeffrey Wilmoth
Friday, June 22, 2007
22 graduate from school
Twenty-two students graduated Thursday night from Life Skills Center of Canton during a ceremony at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Canton.“I did it, Mama,” Brad Zickefoose, 21, of Massillon called out to his mother, Debbie, as he received his diploma.
He later said he was the first member of his family to graduate from high school.
“I wouldn’t have made it without the support of my family,” Zickefoose said.
Speakers encouraged students to follow their dreams.
“I’m sure everyone is familiar with the saying ‘Education is the key to success’ and while some of us are sitting here thinking this is such a cliché,” said Amanda Renish, a 2003 graduate of Life Skills Center of Elyria who served as the commencement speaker. “Please know that this saying speaks volumes of life to each and every Life Skills graduate. Because you are graduating, I believe that you can do anything you put your mind to. I believe your education is the key to every dream you have.”
“Nothing should stop you from reaching your goals,” said school administrator Scott McClain. “You’ve been through too much to stop now.”
Graduating students are from Canton, Massillon, Perry Township, Jackson Township, Plain Township, Malvern, Canton Township, Dover and Alliance.
Text of Amanda Renish's speech to graduates
Hello, My name is Amanda Renish and I work for Life Skills Center of Elyria. My position there is UPSHOTS facilitator.
I have a full scholarship from Life Skills Center and White Hat Management! At this time I am working on my bachelor’s degree in Social Work. AND I WILL go on to get my masters degree!
I am honored to have been invited here by your administrator, BUT most importantly graduates I stand here today in honor of you and your graduation.
I stand here knowing the struggles you have had to go through in order to be where you are today. I know these struggles personally because I too was in your shoes and I am a proud Life Skills graduate. (Class of 03!)
Life Skills Center changed my life dramatically. Here I am working towards a goal in college, and had it not been for the Life Skills Centers I don’t know where I’d be.
I thank God for the Life Skills Centers and all the staff members that have helped me take a look at my life and plant a seed of desire in my heart. Desire to reach for my dreams!
But putting me aside I am most proud to stand here and say that against all odds you too, have conquered graduation! Class of 2007 you guys are awesome!
And you may be too humble to say it, but I am not! This next comment is to all the people who have doubted you, “HATERS” … IN YOUR FACE!
You guys did it and on behalf of the Life Skills staff and Whitehat Management I want to say with all sincerity, CONGRATULATIONS graduates!
I’m sure everyone is familiar with the saying “Education is the key to success” and while some of us are sitting here thinking this is such a cliché…. please know that this saying speaks volumes of life to each and every Life Skills graduate.
Because you are graduating, I believe that you can do anything you put your mind to. I believe your education is the key to every dream you have.
Graduates do me a favor. Take a step back from all this graduation excitement and take a moment to think of your biggest dream you’d like to accomplish…
You got it in your mind? Are you thinking about it?
Now let me let you in on a little secret.
Your education is going to be the reason that you will accomplish that very dream. Your education is the key to all of your dreams.
I have a little gift for every graduate. And that is a key that does not have its notches.
It is a notch less key because I want you to know that your education gives you the power and authority to put notches on this key. Notches that will open doors that you have always dreamed of opening!
I am opening doors everyday and it is because of my education. The very same education that you have!
When the going gets tough after tonight, I challenge you to look at this key and be reminded that you have the power in your life to do anything you seek to accomplish!
After graduation if you need a kick in the “seat”… then I invite you to come back to the Life Skills Center, because I guarantee you the administrator and teachers are going to be at the school waiting to encourage and support you, just like they have done for me!! If you need help deciding which university you will attend, or what career is best for you, please know that the Life Skills Center supports YOU!!!
Graduates congratulations, God Bless and go take the world on with confidence, knowing you have the KEY, especially designed by you, that will open whatever doors you so choose!
I have a full scholarship from Life Skills Center and White Hat Management! At this time I am working on my bachelor’s degree in Social Work. AND I WILL go on to get my masters degree!
I am honored to have been invited here by your administrator, BUT most importantly graduates I stand here today in honor of you and your graduation.
I stand here knowing the struggles you have had to go through in order to be where you are today. I know these struggles personally because I too was in your shoes and I am a proud Life Skills graduate. (Class of 03!)
Life Skills Center changed my life dramatically. Here I am working towards a goal in college, and had it not been for the Life Skills Centers I don’t know where I’d be.
I thank God for the Life Skills Centers and all the staff members that have helped me take a look at my life and plant a seed of desire in my heart. Desire to reach for my dreams!
But putting me aside I am most proud to stand here and say that against all odds you too, have conquered graduation! Class of 2007 you guys are awesome!
And you may be too humble to say it, but I am not! This next comment is to all the people who have doubted you, “HATERS” … IN YOUR FACE!
You guys did it and on behalf of the Life Skills staff and Whitehat Management I want to say with all sincerity, CONGRATULATIONS graduates!
I’m sure everyone is familiar with the saying “Education is the key to success” and while some of us are sitting here thinking this is such a cliché…. please know that this saying speaks volumes of life to each and every Life Skills graduate.
Because you are graduating, I believe that you can do anything you put your mind to. I believe your education is the key to every dream you have.
Graduates do me a favor. Take a step back from all this graduation excitement and take a moment to think of your biggest dream you’d like to accomplish…
You got it in your mind? Are you thinking about it?
Now let me let you in on a little secret.
Your education is going to be the reason that you will accomplish that very dream. Your education is the key to all of your dreams.
I have a little gift for every graduate. And that is a key that does not have its notches.
It is a notch less key because I want you to know that your education gives you the power and authority to put notches on this key. Notches that will open doors that you have always dreamed of opening!
I am opening doors everyday and it is because of my education. The very same education that you have!
When the going gets tough after tonight, I challenge you to look at this key and be reminded that you have the power in your life to do anything you seek to accomplish!
After graduation if you need a kick in the “seat”… then I invite you to come back to the Life Skills Center, because I guarantee you the administrator and teachers are going to be at the school waiting to encourage and support you, just like they have done for me!! If you need help deciding which university you will attend, or what career is best for you, please know that the Life Skills Center supports YOU!!!
Graduates congratulations, God Bless and go take the world on with confidence, knowing you have the KEY, especially designed by you, that will open whatever doors you so choose!
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Spotlighted Middletown graduates
Danielle Huntsberger
Danielle Huntsberger, 16, was determined to graduate from high school and receive her diploma before her baby was born.
She left Franklin High School early in her pregnancy and enrolled in Life Skills in October 2006.
During her time at Life Skills she was driven to accomplish her goal and worked hard until she had completed her academic requirements.
Kellilee Mosley
Kellilee Mosley, 21, had her daughter Lauryn when she was 17 years old.
When Lauryn was 3 months old she became sick and Kellilee had to leave Middletown High School in order to take care of her baby.
She tried online classes and then enrolled in Life Skills.
Eventually, she left Life Skills.
She re-enrolled in February 2006 needing only one class to graduate.
She was determined that this time she was graduating.
Kellilee received her diploma on June 15 and has hopes of getting a full-time job and taking some college classes.
Her dream is to one day open her own catering/bakery business.
Danielle Huntsberger, 16, was determined to graduate from high school and receive her diploma before her baby was born.
She left Franklin High School early in her pregnancy and enrolled in Life Skills in October 2006.
During her time at Life Skills she was driven to accomplish her goal and worked hard until she had completed her academic requirements.
Kellilee Mosley
Kellilee Mosley, 21, had her daughter Lauryn when she was 17 years old.
When Lauryn was 3 months old she became sick and Kellilee had to leave Middletown High School in order to take care of her baby.
She tried online classes and then enrolled in Life Skills.
Eventually, she left Life Skills.
She re-enrolled in February 2006 needing only one class to graduate.
She was determined that this time she was graduating.
Kellilee received her diploma on June 15 and has hopes of getting a full-time job and taking some college classes.
Her dream is to one day open her own catering/bakery business.
Spotlighted Life Skills Center of Cincinnati graduates
Jemar Hood
It took me a long time to get to this time in my life.
I am 21 years old; I will be graduating June 15, 2007.
I have had to repeat every grade twice, dropped out of school, tried the GED and returned t o finish school.
My brother died July 18, 2006 and then I lost my mother Sept. 29, 2006.
I was very sad, lost and confused, but now I have seen the light.
I now know that the things I do now will make my mother proud.
Thank you Life Skills Center!
Talisha Cogsville
My name is Talisha Cogsville.
I am 23 years of age.
I am a soon to be graduate of Life Skills Center of Cincinnati.
I re-enrolled in LSC in July of 2006 after being there prior in 2001. I didn't accomplish anything when I was enrolled during the year of 2001, so I dropped out without earning any credits.
I had two kids by August of 2001, so I felt that at the time, my children needed me.
I gained custody of my sister that is only one year younger than me but she suffers from Cerebral Palsy.
It was very hard to care for her and my two kids. While all of this was taking place I was just 18 years of age.
Everything was overwhelming, but I managed.
At ages 19-21 I had a baby each year. I was 21 years old with five babies.
My sister graduated which inspired me to get back into school. Her graduation was bittersweet. I was happy for her, but yet sad for myself. At that moment I knew what I had to do. I re-enrolled in LSC once again. It was July 2006.
I didn't have any credits. I had to earn 20 credits in 9 months in order to receive my diploma. I pushed myself to attend school everyday and worked until I fell asleep at my computer sometimes. By December I had 14 credits.
In April I earned my last two credits. In December I found out that I was once again pregnant.
I kept going even with the complications I was having. It is now June, I'm still pregnant (8months) and I am graduating on June 15th, 2007. I DID IT!!!!!
There was a lot that could and tried to stop me, but nothing can stop God's will.
I thank God and all the dedicated staff at LSC.
I've had the support of wonderful teachers, administrators and my family advocate. Thanks so much I love you all!
It took me a long time to get to this time in my life.
I am 21 years old; I will be graduating June 15, 2007.
I have had to repeat every grade twice, dropped out of school, tried the GED and returned t o finish school.
My brother died July 18, 2006 and then I lost my mother Sept. 29, 2006.
I was very sad, lost and confused, but now I have seen the light.
I now know that the things I do now will make my mother proud.
Thank you Life Skills Center!
Talisha Cogsville
My name is Talisha Cogsville.
I am 23 years of age.
I am a soon to be graduate of Life Skills Center of Cincinnati.
I re-enrolled in LSC in July of 2006 after being there prior in 2001. I didn't accomplish anything when I was enrolled during the year of 2001, so I dropped out without earning any credits.
I had two kids by August of 2001, so I felt that at the time, my children needed me.
I gained custody of my sister that is only one year younger than me but she suffers from Cerebral Palsy.
It was very hard to care for her and my two kids. While all of this was taking place I was just 18 years of age.
Everything was overwhelming, but I managed.
At ages 19-21 I had a baby each year. I was 21 years old with five babies.
My sister graduated which inspired me to get back into school. Her graduation was bittersweet. I was happy for her, but yet sad for myself. At that moment I knew what I had to do. I re-enrolled in LSC once again. It was July 2006.
I didn't have any credits. I had to earn 20 credits in 9 months in order to receive my diploma. I pushed myself to attend school everyday and worked until I fell asleep at my computer sometimes. By December I had 14 credits.
In April I earned my last two credits. In December I found out that I was once again pregnant.
I kept going even with the complications I was having. It is now June, I'm still pregnant (8months) and I am graduating on June 15th, 2007. I DID IT!!!!!
There was a lot that could and tried to stop me, but nothing can stop God's will.
I thank God and all the dedicated staff at LSC.
I've had the support of wonderful teachers, administrators and my family advocate. Thanks so much I love you all!
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Life Skills Center of Columbus North graduates
1. Travis Thompson: IEP student who earned 8 core credits + 1 work credit at our school. He never looks for the easy way out--he really puts the effort into his work. He will end up with a 3.5 GPA. He is a student who appreciates diversity.
2. Stephanie Strawser: Earned 6.5 credits + 4 work credits with us. She completed right before her 23rd birthday, but still needed to pass two OPT's. She has worked full time, so she found it difficult to make it to school for tutoring. When she finally did come for tutoring, she ended up passing both the OPT and OGT math tests. She never gave up.
3. Shakenya Ingram-Williams: After attending six different high schools, she earned 3.25 credits with us and passed her last OPT at our school.
2. Stephanie Strawser: Earned 6.5 credits + 4 work credits with us. She completed right before her 23rd birthday, but still needed to pass two OPT's. She has worked full time, so she found it difficult to make it to school for tutoring. When she finally did come for tutoring, she ended up passing both the OPT and OGT math tests. She never gave up.
3. Shakenya Ingram-Williams: After attending six different high schools, she earned 3.25 credits with us and passed her last OPT at our school.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Graduation spotlighted
Life Skills Center of Pinellas County's graduation was featured on Channel 10 News in Tampa, Fla.
Monday, June 18, 2007
Students take part in project
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On June 13, female staff members and students at Life Skills Center of Columbus Southeast joined together for an “Explore Your Creativity” jewelry making party. The students filed in to participate in a hands-on session, which allowed them to express themselves in a positive way, and promoted camaraderie.
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Queens is a group that was created to give young women an opportunity to be directly influenced by positive role models in the building and from the community by way of our monthly meetings. The female staff of the Life Skills Center of Columbus Southeast use fun activities to facilitate serious conversation and create teachable moments.
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The Queens meeting has been a source of excitement for the entire building including the male students who want to know why they can’t participate. Nevertheless, LSC Southeast has great expectations for what the future holds for Queens.
We hope that through their education and the empowerment that they receive through Queens that it will develop our young women so that they can be successful!!
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Workshop mania at school
Life Skills Center of Miami-Dade Family Advocate Kety Lopez organized several workshops to make our students more aware of everyday situations and their futures.
These workshops consisted of vital information for our students such as Parenting Class, Miami Dade College Orientation, Birth Control, Dating Violence, Life Skills Classes, and Compromising Relationships at home.
Joe Schillaci, a police detective who has his own series on A&E television network, conducted a special Bullying Presentation.
These workshops consisted of vital information for our students such as Parenting Class, Miami Dade College Orientation, Birth Control, Dating Violence, Life Skills Classes, and Compromising Relationships at home.
Joe Schillaci, a police detective who has his own series on A&E television network, conducted a special Bullying Presentation.
Trumbull graduation list
Andrea Lynn Arrowood - Warren
Tanner William Bahn - Warren
Jermaine Shawn Ballard* - Warren
Leah Marie Black - Niles
Timothy Scott Breyman - West Farmington
Steven John Bydo - Girard
Brian Douglas Calvert - Cortland
Clifton William Canterbury - Garrettsville
Dennis Roger Chatfield** - Warren
Nicholas Alan Chronister - Cortland
William J. Cox - Warren
Christopher David Curry - Warren
Tabatha L. Dunbar - Warren
Sabrina Jo Emmert - Niles
Cristine Marie Glass - McDonald
Ashley Nicole Hanshaw - Warren
Joshua Jeffrey Hoard - Girard
Tina Marie Houser - Warren
Grant Michael Jobes - Southington
Nishan Rafique Khan - Youngstown
Sarah Irene Klemencic - Cortland
Alicia Marie Marcum - Warren
Deann Lynn McKeefery - Leavittsburg
Kayla Lynn Mihalov - Warren
Tonya Jean Minteer - Niles
Patrick Jeffrey Nemet - Newton Falls
Sara Elizabeth Phillips - Warren
Justin A. Pugh - Warren
Monica Lynn Ratliff - Boardman
Nicole Lee Redding - Warren
Ashley Nicole Reed - Warren
Jonathan A. Rivera - Warren
Dominique Mae Romig - N. Bloomfield
Suzette F. Romig - N. Bloomfield
Robin Lynne Marie Rowbotham* - Warren
Dyanna M. Russell - Bristolville
Justin Michael Sforza - Girard
Robert E. Sheetz, Jr. - Niles
Fred Corey Spahlinger - Warren
Jennifer Lynn Spohn - Warren
Beth Anne Stuckey - Warren
Ashley Marie Tarr - Warren
David Patrick Vignero - Newton Falls
Darryl Tyrone Walsh - Warren
Bobby Lee Whitt - Warren
Sarah Lynn Wilkerson - Masury
Tanner William Bahn - Warren
Jermaine Shawn Ballard* - Warren
Leah Marie Black - Niles
Timothy Scott Breyman - West Farmington
Steven John Bydo - Girard
Brian Douglas Calvert - Cortland
Clifton William Canterbury - Garrettsville
Dennis Roger Chatfield** - Warren
Nicholas Alan Chronister - Cortland
William J. Cox - Warren
Christopher David Curry - Warren
Tabatha L. Dunbar - Warren
Sabrina Jo Emmert - Niles
Cristine Marie Glass - McDonald
Ashley Nicole Hanshaw - Warren
Joshua Jeffrey Hoard - Girard
Tina Marie Houser - Warren
Grant Michael Jobes - Southington
Nishan Rafique Khan - Youngstown
Sarah Irene Klemencic - Cortland
Alicia Marie Marcum - Warren
Deann Lynn McKeefery - Leavittsburg
Kayla Lynn Mihalov - Warren
Tonya Jean Minteer - Niles
Patrick Jeffrey Nemet - Newton Falls
Sara Elizabeth Phillips - Warren
Justin A. Pugh - Warren
Monica Lynn Ratliff - Boardman
Nicole Lee Redding - Warren
Ashley Nicole Reed - Warren
Jonathan A. Rivera - Warren
Dominique Mae Romig - N. Bloomfield
Suzette F. Romig - N. Bloomfield
Robin Lynne Marie Rowbotham* - Warren
Dyanna M. Russell - Bristolville
Justin Michael Sforza - Girard
Robert E. Sheetz, Jr. - Niles
Fred Corey Spahlinger - Warren
Jennifer Lynn Spohn - Warren
Beth Anne Stuckey - Warren
Ashley Marie Tarr - Warren
David Patrick Vignero - Newton Falls
Darryl Tyrone Walsh - Warren
Bobby Lee Whitt - Warren
Sarah Lynn Wilkerson - Masury
Banquet honors graduates
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Life Skills Center of North Akron held its first graduation banquet June 14 at Spaghetti Warehouse in downtown Akron. The event celebrated 2007 summer graduates along with their parents.
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Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Columbus schools graduation details
WHERE: Fawcett Center, Lane and Olentangy, Columbus
WHEN: 7 p.m. June 21
SPEAKER: Columbus Councilman Hearcel F. Craig
WHEN: 7 p.m. June 21
SPEAKER: Columbus Councilman Hearcel F. Craig
Life Skills grad to speak at Canton graduation
With Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland’s proposed cuts on charter schools and funding, school choice has become a hot-button topic.Amanda Renish, a 2003 graduate of Life Skills Center of Elyria, said the school has saved her life.
Renish will speak during graduation ceremonies for Life Skills Centers of Canton 6 p.m. June 21 at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Canton
Renish told attendees at a recent school rally in Cleveland that she started to struggle in school after her father died.
“That was the beginning of my struggle in school,” she said. “My mother and I were forced to move two sometimes three times a year in order to make ends meet. Another apartment, another group of friends, and ultimately another school! I moved three times in high school alone. After so many moves my grades were slipping tremendously. I was screaming inside for stability. Honestly I was just waiting for my mom to let me drop out. All my siblings did, so I figured I would just fall through the cracks at my school while waiting on my mom to give me the “okay” to quit.”
Renish said she was able to find hope at Life Skills Center of Elyria.
“But when I heard about Life Skills Center of Elyria and how the choice to go to the school was so easy and the curriculum was invented for a kid like me, I started to feel the spark I used to feel when I was in elementary, and my father was alive,” she said.
After Renish graduated from Life Skills, she’s training to be a social worker and works at the school, teaching UPSHOTS, a program on drug and alcohol awareness.
Akron schools graduation details
WHERE: Akron Public Library, South Main Street, Akron
WHEN: 6 p.m. June 19
SPEAKER: Lenny Schafer of the Ohio Council of Community Schools
WHEN: 6 p.m. June 19
SPEAKER: Lenny Schafer of the Ohio Council of Community Schools
Life Skills grad to speak at graduation
With Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland’s proposed cuts on charter schools and funding, school choice has become a hot-button topic.Amanda Renish, a 2003 graduate of Life Skills Center of Elyria, said the school has saved her life.
Renish will speak during graduation ceremonies for Life Skills Centers of Akron, North Akron and Summit County 6 p.m. June 19 at the main branch of the Akron Public Library.
Renish told attendees at a recent school rally in Cleveland that she started to struggle in school after her father died.
“That was the beginning of my struggle in school,” she said. “My mother and I were forced to move two sometimes three times a year in order to make ends meet. Another apartment, another group of friends, and ultimately another school! I moved three times in high school alone. After so many moves my grades were slipping tremendously. I was screaming inside for stability. Honestly I was just waiting for my mom to let me drop out. All my siblings did, so I figured I would just fall through the cracks at my school while waiting on my mom to give me the “okay” to quit.”
Renish said she was able to find hope at Life Skills Center of Elyria.
“But when I heard about Life Skills Center of Elyria and how the choice to go to the school was so easy and the curriculum was invented for a kid like me, I started to feel the spark I used to feel when I was in elementary, and my father was alive,” she said.
After Renish graduated from Life Skills, she’s training to be a social worker and works at the school, teaching UPSHOTS, a program on drug and alcohol awareness.
Life Skills grad to speak at Lake Erie graduation
With Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland’s proposed cuts on charter schools and funding, school choice has become a hot-button topic.Amanda Renish, a 2003 graduate of Life Skills Center of Elyria, said the school has saved her life.
Renish will speak during graduation ceremonies for Life Skills Center of Lake Erie 6:30 p.m. June 21 at Cuyahoga Community College.
Renish told attendees at a recent school rally in Cleveland that she started to struggle in school after her father died.
“That was the beginning of my struggle in school,” she said. “My mother and I were forced to move two sometimes three times a year in order to make ends meet. Another apartment, another group of friends, and ultimately another school! I moved three times in high school alone. After so many moves my grades were slipping tremendously. I was screaming inside for stability. Honestly I was just waiting for my mom to let me drop out. All my siblings did, so I figured I would just fall through the cracks at my school while waiting on my mom to give me the “okay” to quit.”
Renish said she was able to find hope at Life Skills Center of Elyria.
“But when I heard about Life Skills Center of Elyria and how the choice to go to the school was so easy and the curriculum was invented for a kid like me, I started to feel the spark I used to feel when I was in elementary, and my father was alive,” she said.
After Renish graduated from Life Skills, she’s training to be a social worker and works at the school, teaching UPSHOTS, a program on drug and alcohol awareness.
Lake Erie school graduation details
WHERE: Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C)
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. June 21
SPEAKER: Amanda Renish
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. June 21
SPEAKER: Amanda Renish
Students take part in college fair
A college fair was recently hosted for students at Life Skills Center of Youngstown.
Coverage on MyYTV
Coverage on Channel 27
Extra video from the event
Coverage on MyYTV
Coverage on Channel 27
Extra video from the event
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Schools featured on MyYTV
Kerry Jupina from Life Skills Center of Trumbull County and JoAnne Collier from Life Skills Center of Youngstown were interviewed on "For the People."
Part 1 of the interview
Part 2 of the interview
Part 3 of the interview
Part 1 of the interview
Part 2 of the interview
Part 3 of the interview
Monday, June 11, 2007
Interview about college fair
Family Advocate David Hatcher talks to 1000 AM Cleveland about a recent college fair held at the school.
Friday, June 8, 2007
Life Skills Center of Hamilton County graduation candidate list
Daniel Benedetti --- Blue Ash
Dennis Blieden --- Cincinnati
Jon Earhart --- Cincinnati
Nichole Johnson --- Cincinnati
Andrew Jones --- Cincinnati
Dana Jones --- Cincinnati
Bryan Lucas --- Cincinnati
Matt Sams --- Batavia
Anthony Turner --- Cincinnati
LaChrissa Geralds --- Cincinnati
Chris LeCrone --- Cincinnati
James Beman --- Cincinnati
Meghan Johnson --- Cincinnati
Julius Bradley --- Cincinnati
Lonisha Moreland --- Cincinnati
Phylis Judkins --- Cincinnati
Tyler Jones --- Cincinnati
Leah Smith --- Cincinnati
Brian Compton --- Cincinnati
Kenny Heile --- Cincinnati
Farah Bell --- Cincinnati
Kyra Thomas --- Cincinnati
Jennifer Lunsford --- Cincinnati
Cordero Stewart --- Cincinnati
Stephanie Case --- Cincinnati
LaShawn Lee --- Cincinnati
Erica Rouse --- Loveland
Robyn Jackson --- Cincinnati
Nicole Nelson --- Cincinnati
Christina Watkins --- Hamilton
Aaron Maxwell --- Cincinnati
Sheena White --- Cincinnati
Kioena Smith --- Cincinnati
Trachell Bonner --- Cincinnati
Teri Schroeder --- Cincinnati
Courtney Alexander --- Cincinnati
Tamesha Gray --- Cincinnati
Dennis Blieden --- Cincinnati
Jon Earhart --- Cincinnati
Nichole Johnson --- Cincinnati
Andrew Jones --- Cincinnati
Dana Jones --- Cincinnati
Bryan Lucas --- Cincinnati
Matt Sams --- Batavia
Anthony Turner --- Cincinnati
LaChrissa Geralds --- Cincinnati
Chris LeCrone --- Cincinnati
James Beman --- Cincinnati
Meghan Johnson --- Cincinnati
Julius Bradley --- Cincinnati
Lonisha Moreland --- Cincinnati
Phylis Judkins --- Cincinnati
Tyler Jones --- Cincinnati
Leah Smith --- Cincinnati
Brian Compton --- Cincinnati
Kenny Heile --- Cincinnati
Farah Bell --- Cincinnati
Kyra Thomas --- Cincinnati
Jennifer Lunsford --- Cincinnati
Cordero Stewart --- Cincinnati
Stephanie Case --- Cincinnati
LaShawn Lee --- Cincinnati
Erica Rouse --- Loveland
Robyn Jackson --- Cincinnati
Nicole Nelson --- Cincinnati
Christina Watkins --- Hamilton
Aaron Maxwell --- Cincinnati
Sheena White --- Cincinnati
Kioena Smith --- Cincinnati
Trachell Bonner --- Cincinnati
Teri Schroeder --- Cincinnati
Courtney Alexander --- Cincinnati
Tamesha Gray --- Cincinnati
Springfield graduation candidate list
SAMANTHA ARTHUR
CHRIS BUTLER
SOPHRONIA CRAIG
JESSY DAVIS
COURTNEY GIVENS
NINOSKA GUERRERO
ASHLEY FRANTZ-HARRISON
BRADLEY FULTZ
CORY HILDENBRAND
PATRICIA KELLAS
JEREMIAH LINE
PHILIP LONGWORTH
DARNETTA O’BRYANT
NATHAN PRESTON
MATTHEW QUESINBERRY
KRISTEN RHODES
STEVEN TEETS
CHARLES VANHOOSE
TRINITY WHITE
JOSEPH WINDON
CHRIS BUTLER
SOPHRONIA CRAIG
JESSY DAVIS
COURTNEY GIVENS
NINOSKA GUERRERO
ASHLEY FRANTZ-HARRISON
BRADLEY FULTZ
CORY HILDENBRAND
PATRICIA KELLAS
JEREMIAH LINE
PHILIP LONGWORTH
DARNETTA O’BRYANT
NATHAN PRESTON
MATTHEW QUESINBERRY
KRISTEN RHODES
STEVEN TEETS
CHARLES VANHOOSE
TRINITY WHITE
JOSEPH WINDON
School gets extension
The Denver school board on Thursday approved a one-year contract extension for Life Skills Center of Denver.
Story from the Rocky Mountain News
Story from Channel 9 News
Story from the Rocky Mountain News
Story from Channel 9 News
Life Skills Center of Columbus North graduation list
Shaniqua Adanadus-Columbus
De’Angelo Akins-Columbus
Amal Ali---Columbus
Nicole Buchanan-Columbus
Anthony Davis-Columbus
Elizabeth Duncan-Upper Arlington
Kyle Gibson-Columbus
Brandon Gwinn-Columbus
Je’Vohn Hill-Columbus
Shakenya Ingram-Williams-Columbus
Leroy McCreary-Columbus
Ahmed Mohamud-Columbus
Johnnt Paris-Columbus
Breklyn Paulitzky-Worthington
Lynnell Randall-Columbus
Sarah Romaniuk-Worthington
Anthony Rudd-Columbus
Stephanie Strawser-Blacklick
Travis Thompson-Gahanna
De’Angelo Akins-Columbus
Amal Ali---Columbus
Nicole Buchanan-Columbus
Anthony Davis-Columbus
Elizabeth Duncan-Upper Arlington
Kyle Gibson-Columbus
Brandon Gwinn-Columbus
Je’Vohn Hill-Columbus
Shakenya Ingram-Williams-Columbus
Leroy McCreary-Columbus
Ahmed Mohamud-Columbus
Johnnt Paris-Columbus
Breklyn Paulitzky-Worthington
Lynnell Randall-Columbus
Sarah Romaniuk-Worthington
Anthony Rudd-Columbus
Stephanie Strawser-Blacklick
Travis Thompson-Gahanna
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Get the Word on Main
Life Skills Center of Dayton has its own newspaper called Word on Main
Read Life Skills of Dayton's newspaper
Read Life Skills of Dayton's newspaper
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Life Skills Center of Hamilton County graduation details
WHERE:Cross Roads, 3500 Madison Avenue, Cincinnati
WHEN: 7 p.m. June 13
SPEAKER: Darryl Davis from the Cincinnati Police Department
WHEN: 7 p.m. June 13
SPEAKER: Darryl Davis from the Cincinnati Police Department
Middletown graduation details
WHERE: Miami University Middletown campus, Dave Finkelman Auditorium, 4200 E. University Blvd, Middletown
WHEN: 7 p.m. June 15
SPEAKER: Ohio Sen. Gary Cates
WHEN: 7 p.m. June 15
SPEAKER: Ohio Sen. Gary Cates
Elyria graduation details
WHERE: Lorain Community College, Spitzer Center, Abbey Road, ElyriaWHEN: 6 p.m. June 15
SPEAKER: Lorain County Urban League President Fred Wright
Life Skills Center of Dayton graduation details
WHERE: Mandalay Banquet Center, 2700 East River Rd., Dayton 45439
WHEN: 6 p.m. June 22
SPEAKER: student speakers
WHEN: 6 p.m. June 22
SPEAKER: student speakers
Life Skills Center of Cincinnati graduation details
WHERE: Cross Roads, 3500 Madison Avenue, Cincinnati
WHEN: 3 p.m. June 15
SPEAKER: Vory Billups
WHEN: 3 p.m. June 15
SPEAKER: Vory Billups
Life Skills Center of Canton graduation details
WHERE: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Canton
WHEN: 6 p.m. June 21
SPEAKER: Amanda Renish
WHEN: 6 p.m. June 21
SPEAKER: Amanda Renish
School graduation candidates
Note: All students are from Toledo
Dominic Jhavon Lee
Bracey
James Fredrick
Caldwell Jr.
Haley Christina
Colomboro
Charles Edward
Daniels Jr.
Sean Michael Evans
Latisha Denise Fletcher
Teena Marie French
Eric Allen Gutierrez
Pamela Lee Hardiman
Shatina Helms
Myeshia Marie Jackson
Ashley Anne Limes
Brittany Michelle
Mack
Bryant Keith Mills
Shawntina Moneah
Nedd
Tremaine Lamar
Perkins
Joshua Michael Ropp
Cory Andrew Sosbe
Keniece Lesha Divine
Taylor
Cassandra Michelle Walker
DeAndre Davon Walker
Nicholas Alexander Walker
Crystal Marrie Westfall
Alicia Shonta Winters
Dominic Jhavon Lee
Bracey
James Fredrick
Caldwell Jr.
Haley Christina
Colomboro
Charles Edward
Daniels Jr.
Sean Michael Evans
Latisha Denise Fletcher
Teena Marie French
Eric Allen Gutierrez
Pamela Lee Hardiman
Shatina Helms
Myeshia Marie Jackson
Ashley Anne Limes
Brittany Michelle
Mack
Bryant Keith Mills
Shawntina Moneah
Nedd
Tremaine Lamar
Perkins
Joshua Michael Ropp
Cory Andrew Sosbe
Keniece Lesha Divine
Taylor
Cassandra Michelle Walker
DeAndre Davon Walker
Nicholas Alexander Walker
Crystal Marrie Westfall
Alicia Shonta Winters
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Lake Erie school graduation candidates
Anna Garnett: Cleveland
Kristen Manville: Lakewood
Crystal Morris: Cleveland
Erica Rodriguez: Cleveland
Angela Santos: North Olmsted
Jullie Valentin: Cleveland
Anthony Hill: Cleveland
Ramone Masten: Cleveland
Jericka Soto: Cleveland
Efrain Echevarria: Cleveland
Elizabeth Estremera: Cleveland
Jeffery Wilmoth: Cleveland
Kristen Manville: Lakewood
Crystal Morris: Cleveland
Erica Rodriguez: Cleveland
Angela Santos: North Olmsted
Jullie Valentin: Cleveland
Anthony Hill: Cleveland
Ramone Masten: Cleveland
Jericka Soto: Cleveland
Efrain Echevarria: Cleveland
Elizabeth Estremera: Cleveland
Jeffery Wilmoth: Cleveland
Monday, June 4, 2007
Middletown school graduate candidates
Adams, Daniel
Bevis, Kira
Brookins, William
Clark, Stacy
Cmehil, Samantha
Finch, Brian
Huntsberger, Danielle
Jordan, Katherine
Lyons, Ashley
McGuire, Ellen
McLaughlin, Garrick
Mosley, Kellilee
Neal, Jessica
Parker, Lacie
Sanders, Ashley
Sanders, Brittney
Spicer, Kyle
Stewart, Brittonie
Volz, Samantha
Bevis, Kira
Brookins, William
Clark, Stacy
Cmehil, Samantha
Finch, Brian
Huntsberger, Danielle
Jordan, Katherine
Lyons, Ashley
McGuire, Ellen
McLaughlin, Garrick
Mosley, Kellilee
Neal, Jessica
Parker, Lacie
Sanders, Ashley
Sanders, Brittney
Spicer, Kyle
Stewart, Brittonie
Volz, Samantha
Lake Erie teacher visits Fort Knox on tour for educators
South Euclid resident Rhonda Novakovic, Vocational Specialist at Life Skills Center of Lake Erie, recently returned from an Army educators tour of Fort Knox, Ky., where she got a first-hand view of Army training for new recruits.
The training also provided her with a practical background when presenting military options to students.
Novakovic's training included Static Display, Kelly Engagement Skills - Marksman Training, tank simulator, Unit Conduct of Fire and Close Combat Tactical Training.
She said the Army is stepping up to address the problem of high school dropouts with test-taking skills, mentoring and other educational programs for all students, not just recruits.
"I will say I was impressed on how the Army is not ignoring a problem but rising up to the challenge of solving it," she said. “They wanted to know how they can help keep students from dropping out.”
Navakovic said nearly 30 graduates have joined the Armed Forces in her 4 ½ years of service at the school.
“Their maturity level has definitely skyrocketed when they’ve returned,” she said. “They get a better understanding of the world around them.”
The training also provided her with a practical background when presenting military options to students.
Novakovic's training included Static Display, Kelly Engagement Skills - Marksman Training, tank simulator, Unit Conduct of Fire and Close Combat Tactical Training.
She said the Army is stepping up to address the problem of high school dropouts with test-taking skills, mentoring and other educational programs for all students, not just recruits.
"I will say I was impressed on how the Army is not ignoring a problem but rising up to the challenge of solving it," she said. “They wanted to know how they can help keep students from dropping out.”
Navakovic said nearly 30 graduates have joined the Armed Forces in her 4 ½ years of service at the school.
“Their maturity level has definitely skyrocketed when they’ve returned,” she said. “They get a better understanding of the world around them.”
Story about school from El Sol newspaper
On Friday, May 11, 2007, LSC Lake Erie received the proud news that three students from that center won scholarships to continue advanced studies in different colleges. This scholarship competition is at state level and it is a very rigurous and very selective competition. But thanks to the students' efforts and the remarkable coordination and guidance of Ms. Rhonda Novakovic , LSC Lake Erie's Vocational Specialist, three students became victorious receiving the prize. The proud students are Rafael Saavedra, Ranisha Artis and Kristen Marville. Rafael Saavedra won "The Full Tuition Scholarship for Ohio Business College of Lorain"; Kristen Marville won a scholarship to obtain an Associate Degree in Multimedia, Game Design from ITT College in Strongsville. Ranisha's scholarship will allow her to obtain a four year degree at Cleveland State.
Friday, June 1, 2007
School featured in video
Life Skills Center of Elyria administrator Kim Sweigart was shown in a video talking about the school.Video is courtesy of the Lorain County Children Services.
Read bio from the Web site here
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