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College is?

2012-01-30T12:53:00.000-08:00

Graduate Panel 2012

2012-01-25T06:58:00.000-08:00

MLK Day Service 2012

2012-01-20T09:07:00.000-08:00

Lum's Pond a Delaware State Park was the recipient of Delaware Futures MLK service commitment this year. The junior class bundled up and got to work spreading gravel on a horse trail at the equestrian barns. The horse trail had been eroded by the recent unpredictable weather and was a hazard for horses and riders. The juniors chipped in and did yomen's work.

Health and Wellness Seminar

2012-01-20T08:40:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures freshmen took part in a health and wellness seminar at Shop Rite food market. The seminar was lead by Murray Shuler Director of Food management and Diane Pollock Head chef. The seminar centered around healthy food choices and easy to make meals, nutritious, and come in under budget. The students participated in the preparation of the meals and also tasted the final product.

2012-01-12T12:00:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures held its annual Graduate Panel on January 5, 2012. The panel consists of Delaware Futures alumni who are currently in college. The alumni spans from first year freshmen to fourth year seniors. Each classification has important information to relay to the current Delaware Futures students. The alumni shared information about each college they attend, their majors, their activities, and how Delaware Futures prepared them for their journey.

Delaware Futures Holiday Party 2011

2011-12-22T13:37:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures held its annual Holiday Party on December 20, 2011. DF staff, students, student families, DF board members and other guests convened to celebrate the holiday season with food, holiday games and good conversation. The event is held to allow DF students to network and enjoy each others company. We thank those families who supplied the fantastic array of foods and cheer.

A season for giving

2011-12-12T10:35:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures students are getting in the Holiday giving mood by making Cookies and Christmas Cards for the children at the Ronald McDonald House, Exceptional Care for Children and A.I. DuPont Hospital.

Delaware Futures 3rd Annual 5K

2011-11-30T11:21:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures held its 3rd Annual 5K Run/Walk Saturday November, 5th 2011. Joe's Crab Shack on the Water front was again the location and host of the race.120 runners and walkers participated in this years 5K making it our most successful outing. Thanks goes out to the runners, supporters, volunteers, parents, staff and board members for their hand in forming this fun and fruitful event.

Cy-ber Bullying/ Social Media Integrity Workshop

2011-10-21T11:33:00.000-07:00

Digital Media/Social Media Consultant H. Songhai presented a Cy-ber Bullying/ Social media Integrity workshop for Delaware Futures students. The workshop consisted of the ABC's of social media responsibilty.
The students learned that their cy-ber footprint is static and is always on display. Positive posts, and tweets are received well, negative ones not so. Mr. Songhai advised the students to take the road less traveled when it comes to social media foot prints. Less is always more. Think before you send, post, and share.

Community Service Trip 2011

2011-09-13T10:22:00.000-07:00

This year's seniors (class of 2012) traveled to Raleigh, NC for their community service commitment. The students learned how to give of themselves to help others not as fortunate. The lesson is in the hard work and the knowledge that they have "put out" to help someone in need. These attributes are an essential part of a Delaware Futures student's make-up. Organizations served were:

Habitat for Humanity
Northern & Central North Carolina Food Bank
Historical Yates Mill Park

College Tour 2011

2011-09-13T09:55:00.000-07:00

This years college tour covered Southern Central Virginia. The class of 2013 visited 5 schools to collect information about admissions, school life and climate, financial aid, majors and careers. The schools visited were:

Norfolk State University
Hampton University
Virginia Commonwealth University
University of Richmond
College of William & Mary

Academic Week 2011

2011-09-13T09:38:00.000-07:00

The Class of 2015 attended Academic Week at St.. Andrews boarding school in Middeltown DE. The students were involved in math, writing and SAT prep workshops. These workshops were intended to gauge the students prowess in those areas, and to aide in their successful transition form Middle School to High School.

Internships 2011

2011-09-13T08:58:00.000-07:00

BRANDYWINE ZOO

This years sophomore class (2014) participated in a 6 week paid internship program. The students worked at various businesses and companies throughout Wilmington and New Castle County. Their mission was to learn about the nuances of the working world: being on time, being professional, working diligently and purposefully,and learning about new career choices.

HEARTS&MINDS FILMS WILMINGTON CITY COUNCIL

GIRLS INC.

RITA'S WATER ICE

Nature Camp 2011

2011-09-13T08:40:00.000-07:00

The class of 2014 had the distinct pleasure of attending this years Nature Camp at the DuPont Environmental Educational Center. The students were involved in various projects that centered on nature preservation.

Camping & Canoeing 2011

2011-09-13T08:21:00.000-07:00

The Class of 2015 traveled to Jim Thorpe PA to partake in their first adventure based learning module. The group camped out at Munch Chunk Lake Park campsite to connect with nature. The trip included white water rafting, mountain biking, tour of Jim Thorpe monuments , town history, night hike, and a visit to the Butterfly Sanctuary.

New Class Welcome 2011

2011-09-13T08:02:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures class of 2015 finally met for the first time at Brandywine Springs Park. The Fun Department came along to provide group games and activities for the students to participate in and enjoy. Food, fun, and comradeship was had by all.

Delaware Futures Graduation 2011

2011-06-02T11:55:00.000-07:00

The class of 2011 graduated from the Delaware Futures program on Tuesday May, 17 2011, The ceremony was held at the Delaware History Museum. Distinguished guests included Gov. Jack Markell, Lt. Gov. Matt Denn, along with Delaware Futures board president and members, parents students and friends. This years group is the last of the enrolling classes of 16.

Christopher Bradwell- Delaware Technical College

Jolethea Downs- Delaware State University

Alishia Huff- Delaware Technical College

Victoria Matthews- Delaware State University

Shakeem Nottingham- Drexel University

William Pierce- Wilmington University

Anthony Seymour- Delaware State University

Olabisi Soukouna- National Guard Reserves (DSU)

DeShawn Wallace- Delaware Technical University

High School Mock Trial Nationals 2011 Phoenix, AZ

2011-05-11T10:15:00.000-07:00

Had the pleasure of attending and judging (scoring judge) the High School Mock Trial Nationals competition in Phoenix, AZ. The weather was just as hot as the competition. There were 48 teams from all over the United States, including Guam, South Korea, and Australia. The teams attending were champions of there particular state so the talent was top notch.

50 Give Tour

2011-04-26T12:30:00.000-07:00

50 GIVE ORG and Positive Present auteur Kevin Donohue talks about his quest to do 50 days of volunteering in 50 different states. Delaware Futures organization was his Delaware choice.

Delaware Futures Alumni Luncheon 2011

2011-04-22T13:42:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures held it's annual Alumni luncheon on April, 8 2011 at the DuPont Hotel. This years honoree was Keisha Kilson from the class of 2000. Ms.Kilson is a graduate of Delaware State University with a BA in Public Relations and an Masters in Business Administration. She is currently a Computer Technical Specialist with Citigroup. This years Master of Ceremonies was last years honoree Ronika Money. The Keynote speaker for this years luncheon was The Honorable Micheal N. Castle.

Career Fair 2011

2011-04-21T15:32:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures held it's annual Career Fair April, 14 2011. The workshop is intended to give the students a glimpse into the work world. Workshop attendees came from different career fields such as Finance, Business, IT, Digital Technology, the Arts including acting , dance and vocal,and the Culinary arts. The students also put on a fashion show depicting appropriate and inappropriate dress for the work force.

College SAT Score Requirements | eHow.com

2011-03-30T09:19:00.000-07:00

College SAT Score Requirements | eHow.com

CODA and Delaware Futures...

2011-02-08T15:18:00.000-08:00

The CODA music program came to visit Delaware Futures again this year. Their workshop: Hip-Hop Musicology and In the Studio program was again a hit with the students. Students learned about the different contributors to the Hip-Hop genre. To their delight the students also participated in making a short song using their talents and the musical magic of the CODA Program.

Graduate Panel 2011

2011-02-02T11:39:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures undergraduates came together to impart their new found knowledge about college life.
The graduates talked about, time management, dorm life, social life, academics, class selection, being on their own, Greek life, and financial aid. The session was eye opening for the attending students, it helped bridge the gap between perception and reality. Each undergraduate year was represented, Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors.

Sarah Cintora Senior University of Delaware

Deja Cromartie Junior Clark University

Best Free Counter

2011-01-31T08:48:00.000-08:00

Best Free Counter

MLK Day 2011

2011-01-19T13:32:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures students ventured out on King day to the Food Bank of DE to perform community service in the spirit of King's sacrifice. The Food Bank serves over two hundred thousand needy Delawareans.

2010-12-17T07:23:00.001-08:00

Believe

2010-12-14T09:18:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures believes that today's youth will rise to the challenge and lead our world to a positive and glorious future. We believe through focus on education, life skills, and community service (giving back) our future leaders will flourish. BELIEVE

Community Service

2010-12-10T09:29:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures juniors made a goodwill service trip to the Exceptional Care for Children on Thursday December, 2nd. Exceptional Care for Children is a facility for medically-fragile/ critically ill children which allows them to experience their highest physical, intellectual and spiritual potential while improving the quality of life for them and their entire family. The students decorated gift bags and small Christmas trees for each child's room; also the students read bedtime stories and played games with the residents.

DELAWARE FUTURES 2ND ANNUAL 5K RUN/WALK

2010-11-16T14:35:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures second 5K run/walk took off on Saturday November, 6th . Participants included professional runners, Delaware Futures board members, students and families. The race's sponsors included BJ's, Walmart, Target, Costco's Wholesale, and Joe's Crab Shack. The five mile course wrapped around Delawares River Front. Fun was had by all. See you again next year.

2010-10-15T12:53:00.000-07:00

"STAY FOCUSED MY FRIENDS"

DELAWARE FUTURES 2ND ANNUAL 5K RUN/WALK

2010-09-30T10:18:00.000-07:00

Haskell/Wyeth Awards Ceremony

2010-09-13T09:12:00.000-07:00

This Years annual Haskell/Wyeth award ceremony will be held at The Wilmington Club 1103 Market Street
September 23, 2010 from 5:30 - 7:30.
This years honoree is John H. Taylor Jr. Mr. Taylor is a member of Delaware Futures Advisory Board and has served in the field of education as a teacher, writer and advocate. He is currently the Senior Vice President of the State Chamber of Commerce and President of the Chambers Public Policy Institute. He is also a founding member of Vision 2015, Delaware's nationally acclaimed plan to transform the states public schools into world class entities. His one focus has been to improve the education of Delaware's children.

Community Service Trip 2010

2010-09-08T13:25:00.000-07:00

This years community service trip landed the rising seniors in the Empire State (NY). The students came with open hearts and giving souls. The students worked on four projects:

Horse- ability: Horse farm for children with disabilities
New York food Bank
Groundswell Mural Project
The Concourse House: home for homeless women and their children

The students worked hard on each project giving 100% with an appreciative smile. The students learn many things doing service but the most important thing they absorb is the humbling experience they have by touching lives in ways they thought they couldn't.

College Tour 2010

2010-09-08T13:06:00.000-07:00

This year's college tour landed the students in the Washington,DC/ Maryland area. The rising juniors visited five schools:

Georgetown University
Howard University
Morgan State University
Goucher College
Maryland University/ College Park

The students watched, listened, and took notes on the attributes of each school. The students looked for things such as diversity, class size, social life, campus size, majors, and of course cafeteria food quality.

Academic Week 2010

2010-09-08T12:50:00.000-07:00

This years academic week at St. Andrews boarding school in Middletown, DE was a rousing success. The freshman class participated in Math instruction, and Writing instruction from two certified educators. The lessons were crisp and engaging leaving the students bright eyed and fulfilled. The dorm styled overnight stay also gave the students a look at what college live is like and also gave them another chance to bond as a group.

Nature Camp 2010

2010-09-08T12:40:00.000-07:00

This years rising sophomores participated in a nature camp located at both the Delaware Nature Society/Ashland Center in Greenvillle, DE and the Delaware Environmental Education Center on the Wilmington Riverfront. The students participated in four projects,native plant restoration, Boardwalk creation, habitat creation, and evasive plant removal. The students learned to have a more refined respect for the environment and how it affects the things around them. The students also spent time at Longwood Gardens and Junior Achievement of Delaware.

Camping & Canoeing 2010

2010-09-08T12:11:00.000-07:00

This years Camping & Canoeing trip was held in Jim Thorpe, PA. The Class of 2014 pitched tents, cooked over a camp fire, toured historic Jim Thorpe, white water rafted on the Lehigh River and pedaled 16 miles on mountain bikes on the Lehigh Gorge Rail Trail. With each activity the students bonded and got to know each other better making our nature retreat a success.

Delaware Futures Class of 2010

2010-06-02T11:28:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures class of 2010 successfully completed their fours in the program. The graduation was held at the Delaware History Museum, attending were seniors families, board members, DF staff and supporters of the program. The Graduates:

Ailegra Benson Christiana HS/ Florida Memorial University
Shonda Darby Mt. Pleasant HS/ Wilmington University
Angela Fahey Thomas McKean HS/ Wilmington University
Tigan Frisby Mt. Pleasant HS/ Goldey-Beacom College
Sterling Green Mt. Pleasant HS/ Delaware County Community College
Reginald Howard Brandywine HS/ Howard University
JaQuan Moss Del Castle Vo-Tech HS/ Delaware Technical Community College
Jeanine Mowbray Howard HS of Technology/ University of Richmond
Samuel Pipkin Mt. Pleasant HS/ Goldey-Beacom College
Shamsud -Din Salaam Howard HS of Technolgy/ Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University
Alexis Turner-Garris Charter School of Wilmington/ West Virginia University
Daniel White Mt. Pleasant HS/ Delaware State University

Delaware Futures Seniors in the the News

2010-05-28T10:36:00.000-07:00

Toast Masters 2010

2010-05-28T09:17:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures seniors participated in the Toastmasters International workshop honing their speaking skills for their DF graduation speeches. The Toastmasters Bank of America chapter Toastmasters John Zdebski and Lynne Marie DeVaughn aided in the preparation of the seniors for their exit speeches. The process took six sessions to complete. Each student learned various tips and strategies to help them feel comfortable and confident when speaking in front of others.

Recruiting the Class of 2014: Information Night

2010-04-06T09:53:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures recruitment season for the Class of 2014 is coming to a close. Our first information night March, 18 2010 was a success. Over 50 families showed up to find out information about the Delaware futures program. Students and parents took in important information, asked questions and signed up for interviews. Our second information night is April, 8 2010 and we are expecting a similar crowd.

Career Night 2010

2010-03-22T10:37:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures held it's annual Career Night Thursday March, 4 2010. Special guest speaker Wilmington Mayor James Baker was in rare form giving the students a glimpse into their employment future in Delaware. Mayor Baker spoke to the high unemployment stats as they relate to those with at least a associates degree. His emphasis was on the importance of secondary education and the job market.

Also in attendance was Dr. Michelle Brown from Catalyst Enterprise. Dr. Brown"s workshop, "Stacking the Deck in your Favor" spoke to the power of using a positive attitude in all to reach your goals.

2010 Good Neighbor Ujima Awards

2010-02-23T12:09:00.000-08:00

Delaware Future senior JaQuan Moss received the Student Leadership Award from the second annual State Farm Ujima Awards. These awards are given to individuals who reach out and help those in need. Community service and volunteerism are at the forefront of our nation's consciousness and are important ingredients to add to the make up of our youth. JaQuan"s efforts both in community service and in the classroom are a barometer to his future success.

Black History Panel

2010-02-23T11:53:00.000-08:00

Black History Month highlights the important contributions Black Americans have made to this great country of ours. The passage of time does not diminish the significance of the benefaction given by people of color to this nation. We must never forget and continue to educate our youth of the importance of the past. Delaware Futures conducted an Black History Panel to continue to pass the word and inform the uninformed of their glorious and painful past. The panel consisted of Wilmington Rotary member's Dan Young ,Marilyn Whittington, and Ron Whittington. The panel answered the question " what does Black History Month mean to me"?

Cooking Class 2010

2010-02-02T11:59:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures students and staff completed our annual cooking class with Trinity Episcopal's Facilities Manager and former caterer John Haddock. Mr. Haddock showed DF students how to make healthy meals in a simple efficient manner. In the first class the students learned how to make a chicken casserole, using rice, chicken, broccoli, and stuffing. John also showed the students how to make a rice and beans mix with left over chicken added, delicious.

In the second class Mr. Haddock showed the students how to make their own pizza from scratch. The students got their hands dirty kneading the dough, shaping their individual pizza and adding the toppings.

MLK Day

2010-01-20T12:10:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures students came out to perform service for MLK day January 18th, 2010 at the Delaware Food Bank. The students sorted food donations into food categories and packaged the food stuffs for delivery to families in need.

Graduate Panel 2010

2010-01-12T10:15:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures alumni return to share expeiences and the do's and don'ts of college life. In attendence were class of 2009 Gerald Herane II ( Morehouse), Ralph Kilson Jr. ( Del Tech), Jemelia Johnson (Berry College), Shanae Brooks (UD), Karoline Guerreo (UD), Shaneighya Williams (Del Tech) class of 2008 Deja Cromartie (Clark Atlanta), class of 2006 Brittany McCants (UD gradute congratulations!) class of 2007 Kaila Suarez (UD) .

Holiday Party 2009

2010-01-04T09:21:00.000-08:00

Delaware Future's holiday party was held on December 22, 2009. In attendance were Delaware Futures staff, students and families. Food, raffles and entertainment was flowing with a holiday flavor. Sophomore Kijana Coryoba, senior Tigan Frisby, and sophomore advisor Andrea Guinn sang holiday tunes acapella. Fun was had by all.

2009-12-07T08:06:00.001-08:00

Delaware Futures Inaugural 5k run/walk

2009-11-11T10:29:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures held it's inaugural 5K run/walk on Saturday November, 7 at the Christiana Riverfront. This fundraising 5K run was sponsored by Races 2 Run.com, Costco's, BJ's, and Walmart. The runner's (140 participants) were greeted with great running weather. Delaware Futures students and families enjoyed food, drink and a DJ hosted by Joe's Crab Shack.

Make a Difference Day

2009-11-11T09:27:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures staff and students traveled to Exceptional Care for Children, a state of the art residential healthcare facility serving technology-dependent children and their families. The organization delivers a new and innovative model of care to medically-fragile children that allows them to experience their highest physical, intellectual and spiritual potential while improving the quality of life for the entire family.

Delaware Futures students spent the day helping to clean and reorganize the clothing donation room, siffting and putting clothes in order according to age and size. The students also had the pleasure of meeting and talking with some of the residents.

2009-10-23T12:42:00.001-07:00

Delaware Futures Alumni Recognition Luncheon

2009-10-22T14:07:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures held its first alumni recognition luncheon October 16, 2009 at the Hotel DuPont, Gold Ballroom. The luncheon recognized 3 former Delaware Futures graduates, Ronika Money class of 1998, Amir Gracia class of 2005, and Bruce Taylor class of 2003. Each graduate has exemplified the organizations mission of academic success and stewardship.

The guest speaker for the luncheon was Dr. Jill Biden who as an educator knows very well the struggle and journey that at- risk children have in the academic landscape. Her words were heart felt and well recieved by those in attendance.

College Fair 2009

2009-10-22T13:47:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures held it's annual College Fair October 15, 2009, in attendance were:

Delaware State University

University of Delaware

Drexel University

Wesley College

Berry College

Cheyney University

Lincoln University

Wilmington University

Delaware Technical College

Widner University

Goldey Beacom College

The Students in attendance learned important information about what each college or university had to offer,
along with tuition costs, room and board, and all prerequisite information about admission.

Delaware Futures Summer 2009

2009-09-18T11:55:00.000-07:00

Summer 2009

2009-09-08T09:01:00.000-07:00

Building Bridges for the Future (YWCA Leadership Camp 2009 @ The Biden Center)

Delaware Futures rising sophomores where exposed to the BBF Summer Retreat at the Biden Center in Lewes, De. The retreat engaged the students in self awareness, diversity, education, conflict management, advocacy, and leadership. The week long retreat is designed to promote respect and understanding among students from different races, religions, ethnicities and cultures,
through fun and engaging workshops with other youth and adults building skills around leadership , inclusion and diversity.

SUMMER 2009

2009-09-04T10:42:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures College Tour 2009

Delaware Futures rising Juniors went to Florida for this summers college tour. The students visited five schools, in Orlando they toured Rollins College and University of Southern Florida. The second day the students toured the University of Tampa and the University of Central Florida. The third and last day the students traveled to Daytona Beach to tour Bethune Cookman College.

Summer Internships

2009-09-02T08:43:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures Students at Work

Delaware Futures rising sophomores spent four weeks this summer working in various career fields to satisfy their internship requirement. The students worked closely with supervisors to learn the in's and out's of each particular work place. The supervisors acted as mentors and teachers giving the students the real scoop on what it takes to be successful in today's working world. Some of the intern partners:

AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
READING ASSIST INSTITUTE
LACC
HEARTS & MINDS FILM INSTITUTE
GRAND OPERA HOUSE
SHORTLIDGE ACADEMY
GIRLS INC.
FULL CIRCLE MARTIAL ARTS
UD EDUCATION RESOURCE CENTER
FIRST STEP DAYCARE

2009-09-01T13:24:00.000-07:00

Meet the new Delaware Futures Freshman Class

DELAWARE FUTURES SUMMER 2009

2009-08-25T12:51:00.000-07:00

CAMPING & CANOEING
CLASS OF 2013
POCONO ENVIRN. EDU. CENTER

New Class Welcome

2009-08-25T11:44:00.000-07:00

The Class of 2013 finally got a chance to meet each other at Delaware Futures New Class Welcome, held this year at the Pump it Up in Newport DE. The students got a chance to bond with their classmates and participate in fun, challenging activities.

Students Live

2009-06-09T09:06:00.000-07:00

Gerald Hearne II 's speech given at the Haskell/Wyeth Awards Ceremony April, 28th 2009

Class of 2009

2009-06-02T10:19:00.000-07:00

The Class of 2009 graduated from the Delaware Futures program on May,19th at the Delaware History Museum. After four years in the program this tight-knit group has 100% college acceptance. All thirteen students will matriculate to higher education institutions, some far away and many close to home. The graduating class:
Sarah Betts - Penn State University
Novik Boulden - University of Delaware
Shanae Brooks - University of Delaware
La'Erica Conner-Sims - Delaware State University
William Darby - Delaware Technical College
Shareese Davis - Goldey Beacom
Karoline Guerrero - University of Delaware
Gerald Hearne II - Morehouse College *
Jemelia Johnson - Berry College
Ralph Kilson Jr. - Delaware Techncal College
Darnell Patton Jr.- Virginia Union University
Byshi Watson - Wesley College
Shaneighya Williams - Delaware Technical College

* Haskell/Wyeth Award Winner

Students Live

2009-06-02T09:03:00.001-07:00

Delaware Futures Students Speak Obama

Students Live

2009-06-02T08:52:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures Students Speak Obama

Students Live

2009-06-02T08:34:00.000-07:00

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Delaware Futures Students Speak Obama

Students Live

2009-06-02T08:16:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures Students Speak Obama

Haskell/Wyeth Award Reception 2009

2009-05-05T11:11:00.000-07:00

The Delaware Futures annual Haskell/Wyeth award reception was held April 21, 2009 at the Wilmington Club, downtown Wilmington. This years honorees were Senator Margaret Rose Henry and Delaware Cabinet Secretary Vivian Rapposelli. Both individuals were honored for their continued support and dedication to Delaware's youth. Also in attendance among others were New Castle County Executive Chris Coons, and Judge Mary Johnston.

IAAD Health and Charity Fair

2009-05-01T09:08:00.000-07:00

The Indio American Association of Delaware's youth group held its 4th annual Health and Charity Fair at Delaware Technical College (Stanton Campus). Each year the association donates monies to charities and non-profits that help children both here in the states and abroad. This years organizations who received donations were Turn Your World Around a organization in India that provides improved access to education, healthcare, shelter, and other necessities we often take for granted here in the states, and Delaware Futures a college prep organization here in Wilmington Delaware. The fair featured health advice, workshops, panel discussions, free health screening for blood pressure and diabetes, GI, sleep disorders and many others. The fair also featured games and entertainment.

Career Preparation

2009-04-24T10:05:00.000-07:00

Bank of America recruiters Debra Vojecsek and Kristie Ahern facilitated programing for Delaware Futures students on Career Preparation.
Their focus centered around resume writing, job search, preparing for the interview,during the interview, and after you land the job. The programing was lively, interactive and well received. The students were involved in mock interviews, and they also participated in break out groups where they produced poster boards that displayed the do's and don't s of interview attire using clips from circulars and magazines.

Mock Trial 2008 - 2009

2009-04-02T15:22:00.000-07:00

This years Mock Trial team ushered out the old and welcomed in the new. Senior stalwarts Darnell Patton Jr. and Gerald Hearne II welcomed freshmen Larry Wheeler, Tekoah Willis, Terrell Bungy, and Alicia Nunez to the rigors of the Delaware High School Mock Trial competition. This years team practiced long and hard to prepare for the competition. Many weekends were spent pouring over affidavids, testimony and most importantly the law. This years players were:
Darnell Patton Jr
Gerald Hearne II: 2 Best Attorney Gavels
Shakeem Nottingham
Christopher Bradwell
Larry Wheeler
Tekoah Willis: 1 Best Witness Gavel
Terrell Bung
Alicia Nunez

Camp Tockwogh II

2009-03-17T14:35:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures Freshmen returned to Camp Tockwogh to experience their High Ropes course.
The students challenged themselves on the climbing wall , the big swing and the high ropes walk. Each student faced their fears and conquered them... This experience was in the moment.

CAREER NIGHT

2009-03-17T13:09:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures annual Career Night was held March 12, 2009. This years group of presenters came from a wide variety of career choices, information was shared between students and presenters leaving no stone unturned. This years presenters were

Paul Gilstrop IT Pinnacle Foods
Rashonda Robinson Law Astra Zenca
Romondo Robinson Medicine Christiana Care
Dennis Woltemate Owner Woltemate Landscaping
"Motivated" Michelle Farmer Sales Mary Kay
Deborah Vojacsek & Kristie Ahern Recruiting Bank of America
Wanye E. Roane Jr. Owner We'R Wellness Massage Therapy
Melissa Nowell Realtor Keller Williams
Joan Miller Trainer Independent Contractor

D F SWAGGER

2009-03-17T12:28:00.000-07:00

The African American Museum traveling show visited Delaware Futures on February 26, 2009.
The AAM was represented by the CoDa Program a youth music program that provides music workshops and educational services that empower children. This particular workshop was called Hip-Hop Jazz Musicology. The Purpose of the workshop is to have the students learn the social and historical influences on Hip - Hop and how it relates to other genres of music within African-American musical traditions. The workshop was interactive and very hands on for the students.

The students with the help of CoDa members produced a short hip-hop tune

Community Service Trip

2009-02-20T11:18:00.001-08:00

GRAND HANK IN THE HOUSE...

2009-02-17T09:19:00.000-08:00

The Grand Hank traveling Hip Hop Science Show stopped by Delaware Futures on Thursday February the 5th. Hank focused on the great inventors and scientist of African American persuasion. Hank's mix of music, information and experiments was enlightening and fun for all in attendance.

VOICES OF AFRICA

2009-02-17T08:14:00.000-08:00

Voices of Africa an all female Choral & Percussion Ensemble group based in Philadelphia came to Delaware Futures to perform and teach students about the sounds and movements of West African and Brazilian music and culture.

Graduates Live

2009-01-13T11:22:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures Graduates Speak...

Graduate Panel 2009

2009-01-13T10:04:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures held its annual Graduate Panel on Thursday January, 8 2009. The panel consists of past graduates of the program who are now undergrads in various colleges and university's. The graduates come back each year to give our aspiring DF students a heads up on what to expect when they head off to higher education. The panel answered questions such as, time management, study habits, and the benefits of in state schools as opposed to out of state schools. This years panel graduates were:

Nimit Patel Class of 07 Berry College
Kaila Suarez Class of 07 University of Delaware
Melvin Meridith Class of 06 University of Delaware
Brittney McCants Class of 06 University of Delaware
Tawana Gans Class of 08 Delaware Technical College
Deja Cromartie Class of 08 Clark Atlanta University
Nateka Shelton Class of 06 Hampton University

Students Live

2009-01-02T11:40:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures Holiday Dinner 2008

2008-12-29T12:30:00.000-08:00

The Holiday season brings people together to enjoy one another. Smiles and vacation days ensue.
We are happy that we can still enjoy a time when souls are free along with our finances to bring cheer and joy to each other through giving. This years Holiday Party was held on December 23, 2008 from 6-8. Delaware Futures staff, students and families got together to eat, drink and enjoy each others company one last time before the new year. An eclectic mix of food and fun was had by all.

Camp Tockwogh

2008-12-12T09:02:00.000-08:00

Thanksgiving Service

2008-12-12T08:33:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures students experienced the joy of giving by helping out at the Philadelphia Food Bank on Saturday November, 15th 2008.
The students helped pack boxes with food (Turkeys,Veggies,Pies, etc.) for Thanksgiving for families in need. Delaware Futures students perform community service on regularly scheduled Saturdays each month.

Delaware Futures Student Featured in News Journal Article

2008-12-06T07:07:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures Students Live

2008-12-05T11:23:00.000-08:00

Junior Reginald Howard

Delaware Futures Students Live

2008-12-04T15:37:00.000-08:00

Video Series: Delaware Futures Students Live

2008-11-21T09:32:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures students speak out about the program and its contents.

Mock Trial Interview

2008-11-14T07:01:00.000-08:00

Delaware Futures will tip off its Mock Trial season with a interest meeting November 13, 2008
from 6-7pm. All students are welcome to attend.

2008 Delaware Futures College Fair

2008-10-31T09:20:00.000-07:00

On October 16th, 2008 Delaware Futures held its annual College Fair. The Fair allows Delaware Futures students, parents, and friends to gather admissions requirements from our college partners. During the fair Delaware Futures received a donation of $12,500.00 from Les Dukart and Ronald MacDonald House Charities for use in our continuing capital campaign.

College Partners in attendance:

University of Delaware
Wesley College
Wilmington University
Lincoln University of PA
Cheyney University
Sewanee University of the South
Drexel University
Goldey - Beacom College

Visiting
Widener University
US ARMY

Delaware Futures Grand Opening

2008-10-21T10:28:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures had its Grand Opening of its renovated office space September 25th 2008. The affair coincided with the Annual Board Meeting, which details the overall strength and wellness of the organization. Students, parents, and donors were in attendance, enjoying refreshments and conversation during the two hour unveiling. After the tour the donors who attended were given a crystal paperweight with the organizations logo embedded, along with heart felt thanks for their support during the Capital Campaign and in the future. In addition 2005 Delaware Futures graduate Amir Gracia gave his testimony on how DF has effected his life. Amir is going to recieve his Associates in Radiology from Delaware Technical College this Spring.

Coming Home

2008-10-03T06:41:00.000-07:00

DELAWARE FUTURES PSA

Delaware Futures Summer 2008

2008-08-26T12:50:00.001-07:00

College Tour
Charlottesville,VA

2008-08-26T12:46:00.000-07:00

Building Bridges to the Future (YWCA)
Leadership Camp University of DE

2008-08-26T12:42:00.000-07:00

Academic Week St. Andrews Boarding School Middletown,DE

2008-08-26T12:38:00.000-07:00

Camping & Canoeing
Dingmans Ferry,PA

Delaware Futures Summer 2008

2008-08-26T12:31:00.000-07:00

Senior Service Trip
Chicago, Ill

New Class Welcome

2008-07-18T12:45:00.000-07:00

The class of 2012 met for the first time Saturday June 7th at the Childrens Beach House in Leowes Delaware. The class, 25 strong survived a hot day completing team building activities led by the CBH staff. The kids finally were able to meet each other and bond during the 3 hour workshop.

Class of 2008

2008-06-09T08:22:00.000-07:00

Delaware Futures Class of 2008 Graduation Dinner

This years senior graduation was held at Porky Oliver's Golf Course Resturant. The class of 2008 celebrated their matriculation in fine style with parents and families, friends, Delaware Futures board members, food, and motivational speaker David B. Rich. This years Haskell/Wyeth award winner was Deja Cromartie. This years seniors are:

Stephanie Carter Bradywine H.S. Undecided

Deja Cromartie Ursuline Academy Clark Atlanta

Eric Ellicot Brandywine H.S. Undecided

Tawana Gans Brandywine H.S. Delaware Tech

Shawn'Ere Jackson Mt. Pleasant H.S. Hampton U.

Robert Nicholson Mt. Pleasant H.S. Hampton U.

Avery Sherrod Mt. Pleasant H.S. Norfolk State U.

Saniyyah Tyler A.I. DuPont H.S. Xavier U.

DELAWARE FUTURES LOGO

2008-04-30T07:25:00.000-07:00

As part of Delaware Futures expansion project we are presenting a new logo...