Newsflash 6/1/07 A generous contribution from the Lila Amsel Williams Children’s Foundation put the school over the top in its annual fund campaign.

Newsflash 6/3/07 End of Year Ceremonies were held in the General Conference Room at Union Memorial Hospital. Everyone was welcomed by Trustee Chairperson David Bayer who was Master of Ceremonies for the event.  Keynote speaker Ken Bancroft congratulated the students and encouraged and inspired the students to face their reality but dream a new future. Student speakers Thomas Magaha, Kenyon Paye, and Desmond Carter impressed the crowd and were greeted with thunderous applause. Justin Switzer was awarded The Beacon Award for lighting the way for future graduates of the school. The hall was overflowing with proud family and community members.  The event was followed by a reception where folks enjoyed some good food and had a chance to talk with one another. For more photos, list of honorees and other  information Click Here.

Students Receiving Honors at Closing Ceremonies

Newsflash 6/4/07 The students enjoyed their final field trip of the year with a day on the Severn River. We were hosted at “The Beach House” by Gordy & Debbie Loetz, who were the best social directors you could ever find, and three of their children, Carter, Chris & Chase, were on hand to show the students a good time as well. The students went fishing, swimming, kayaking, boating, tubing, along with other land based activities. You can view some photos of the event by Clicking Here. The food was plentiful starting with cold cut platters provided by Ken & Paulette Bancroft and ending with a cookout on the grill with our guest chef, Jessie Russo, and some great dessert from Jackie Bancroft.  Diane Neighoff helped with the planning and was on hand to assure a smooth day. Joe Palank, and Matt Bancroft also pitched in to make sure that the students had the time of their lives.  Even a neighbor, Mr. Fred Jackson, joined in by lending the students his paddle boat and his dog Termite.  Thanks also go to Dave Bayer, Gina Watt, Justin Switzer, and Cheryl Rauscher and to everyone that made this a truly memorable experience!

The Beach House Field Trip <> June 4, 2007

Newsflash 6/6/07 Advisory Board member Carol Berman dropped by the school today and brought a check from St. John’s of Baltimore City United Methodist Congregation.  The grant was made through the Sally Kearsley Scholarship Fund to help sustain the opportunity for our young people to get an education here at the school.  This is the 4th year in a row that St. John’s has made a substantial investment in our students.  Thank you Carol and everyone at St. John’s!

Newsflash 6/11/07 All 17 new windows at the school now have that “designer’s touch” from Kate Culotta.  New blinds were selected by Kate who runs her own firm called Kate Culotta Interiors.  Kate and Advisory Board member Tony Culotta donated the blinds to help spruce up the school.

Newsflash 6/13/07 Wednesday School started today at The Community School.  It will be conducted throughout the summer on Wednesday afternoons to help the students to keep their math skills sharp.  A reading improvement course is also being offered. Justin Switzer and volunteer tutor Cheryl Rauscher will be staffing this program.

June News Updates