As the year continues to fly by, March was another successful month at Rockdale Academy. We kicked off the month with our level party and monthly incentive. These events are held to reward the youth for their good behavior, as well as achieving the two highest levels of the program, which are All-Star and Hall of [...]
Roane Academy kicked off the Month with a month of March Madness basketball tournaments, games and themes. The youth and staff enjoyed rooting for their favorite college basketball teams and watching the games on the weekends. Each dorm selected their team to root for in the Final Four. We even had a facility Basketball Tournament with [...]
This Month we have explored many “New” categories for our youth. Some of the residents were able to attend a ballet “Cinderellie” in Cadillac. They enjoyed this so much. Watching a story unfold in dance was very inspiring to them. The young ladies would love to attend more presentations like this. The group started our garden [...]
This month our Administration & Operation’s Team presented certificates to our A/AB Honor Roll youths. These youths have been outstanding individuals, this honor was bestowed upon them for their unique ability to maintain excelling grades and behavior in school. Every one of our youth are important to us, they each have their own unique way of [...]
March weather took us by surprise as we had an outing planned to go Ice Fishing with the Department of Natural Resources, but since the weather was so warm, it became unsafe for us to do this activity. The wonderful officers led the group through their museum and nature center in place of this outing. The [...]
Mount Juliet Academy won the YOI Trophy last quarter and corporate came and celebrated with the girls. The youth performed their rules rap and played games. The girls had such a fun time celebrating their hard-work that goes into making Mount Juliet Academy a safe environment. We had our first ever Career Day. Seven professionals from [...]
Here at Memphis Academy we had our own March Madness Activities. On March 12th, we had the residents from the Tiger’s Hall play against the residents on Vol’s Hall. The week began by hyping each side to see who would win the game. The weather was great, sunny and warm, and the game began. The battle [...]
This month the boys were very busy with activities! Our activities this month included: going to a high school basketball game, enjoying a day roller skating, and celebrating St. Patrick's Day! In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, the boys enjoyed quite the feast prepared by staff! It included a variety of chicken wings, salads, chips and [...]
Kissimmee Youth Academy allows our youth to partake in facility projects for restorative justice. KYA youth participated with stripping and waxing the Multi-purpose room. Our youth alongside Unit Manager Shephard mentoring and teaching. The youth completing the restorative justice helps our youth get ready to start on-the-job training, working with restoring their community and creating a [...]
We have been spending time recognizing Transgender Sensitivity. Each Wednesday we conduct a support group for our LGBTQ youth. We also have postings around the facility that highlight acceptance of the LGBTQ community. We are hopeful to continue to promote acceptance and tolerance, as well as supportive efforts. This group has produced extremely positive outcomes! We [...]
