letter from the
Executive director
Dear Faithful Friends,
The 2017-18 school year will come to an end with our last day of school on July 19th. This year has been one of many accomplishments as we have enjoyed our wonderful new building for a second school year. We are sending 22 delightful graduates out into the world to make an impact in their circle of influence. Each has their own unique story of what God has done and is doing in their little lives. Our hearts and prayers will be going with every one of them.
This past year we again hosted approximately 1,000 college and university students, providing them with opportunities to learn more about children with special needs. Currently we have two young men in our international intern program who are Kenya natives. They are working at a school in Rwanda and by spending the entire summer session with us they will learn more about how to identify and serve children with special needs.
We have had the blessing, through designated donations, of sending our staff to several other countries to host training seminars and workshops this year as well. Those countries include Honduras, Estonia, Russia and Haiti.
In addition to our educational and therapeutic programs serving the children, God continues to open doors for us to work with other programs and activities that are making a difference in the world serving individuals with disabilities. Most of these opportunities are with local colleges and universities. These additional endeavors are allowing us to share what we have learned with others, while at the same time are giving us more information to assist our own children.
What a blessing it is for us to be able to serve the Lord by serving these precious little ones and their families. And you are a huge part of making it happen. We truly cannot thank you enough for your support of volunteer time, your special talents you bring to our ministry, and the financial support you give. Thank you for helping us help these precious children.
Jean Winfrey Executive Director
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