05/12/2024
Celebrating Success! We're still beaming with pride from our Youth Accountability and Life Skills (YALS) program's commencement ceremony last month!
Congratulations to our incredible graduates who completed our 12-week program! We're so proud of each and every one of you for your hard work, dedication, and perseverance.
The ceremony was a beautiful celebration of your achievements, and we loved hearing your stories and experiences. It was a joy to share this moment with your family and friends.
Special recognition goes to Mr. Robert Dodd, recipient of our 2nd annual Servant Leader award! Your commitment to serving the community and our youth is truly inspiring.
We're also thrilled to acknowledge our two seniors who are not only graduating from our program but also from high school! We can't wait to see the amazing things you'll achieve in college and beyond.
Our YALS program is a proud collaboration between Aida Smith, Owner of DNA Total Fitness, Lavern Blackwood, owner of Blackwood Consulting & Services, and sponsor, KOP Mentoring Network. Together, we're empowering teens and young adults to lead successful lives through goal-oriented activities and a supportive growth mindset community.
Thanks to all who supported and joined us to celebrate our graduates! Your presence meant the world to them, and we're grateful for your encouragement and belief in their potential.
Special thanks to the talented Mr. Demarcus J. Williams for his incredible performance! Your beautiful voice and music added so much joy and energy to our ceremony.
Our program is open to students in grades 7-12, and we're excited to welcome new students and continue making a positive impact in our community!
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