Project Report
| Dec 9, 2014
A Visit to the National College Fair
By Aubrey Merki | Manager, Annual Fund
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CHA South 11th & 12th Grade Students at NCF
On September 16th, the Christel House Academy South 11th and 12th grade classes headed to the Indiana Convention Center for the Indianapolis National College Fair. Students were able to walk around the exhibit halls, visiting booths with information about the entire “college experience.” More than 200 admissions representatives from schools across the nation were available to answer questions. Students gathered bags full of pamphlets and materials about colleges and universities on their interest list. They also had the opportunity to attend sessions on financial aid, college athletics and the application process. Students went home equipped with knowledge to help make an informed decision about their post-graduation plans.
Your support is giving our students opportunities, like this trip, to take one more step toward planning their future and achieving their goals. Information is power. Thank you for helping to empower our students.
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Sep 12, 2014
Meet Christel House students pursuing their dreams
By Aubrey Merki | Manager, Annual Fund
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Christel House Academy Class of 2014
Your support has helped our students pursue their dreams. Students from the inner city often lack the resources needed to bridge the gap between graduating high school and attending a college or university. Resources are needed to transport students to school visits, pay for college applications fees and assist with scholarships, grants and financial aid. Your dollars continue to help our kids overcome these obstacles.
We want to introduce you to just a few of our recent graduates who are now into their first year of college – and share a few words from their former Christel House teachers.
2014 Graduates:
Alexis is studying communications at the University of Indianapolis.
“Alexis takes action to make ideas come true and is a true leader.”
Chantelle is studying psychology at Indiana State University.
“Chantelle has so much to offer this world by sharing her life experiences and reaching out and serving people that need her.”
Alyssa is studying nursing at Marian University.
“She bloomed in her confidence and ability to want more of herself and others.”
Lexes is studying business at the University of Indianapolis.
“She is mature beyond her years… She is such a bright girl, and I know her future will be bright.”
Quentin is studying electrical engineering at IUPUI.
“Quentin carries a very humorous personality… his light-hearted personality is a pleasure to have in class.”
Yeimi is pursuing an accounting certificate from Ivy Tech.
“You have touched my heart! ...even though I was supposed to be teaching her about life she actually taught me a few things.”
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Jun 17, 2014
Our First Graduation
By Aubrey Merki | Manager, Annual Fund
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Christel House Academy - 2014 Graduates
On June 7th, we celebrated our first graduating class at Christel House Academy – Watanabe High School. More than 40% of these graduates received an “Honors Diploma,” compared to only 16% of students from similar socio-economic conditions throughout Indiana. We are also proud to share with you that over 90% of our seniors at Christel House Academy – Watanabe High School hold a college admission letter to:
Anderson University | The Art Institute of Indianapolis | Franklin College | Indiana State University | Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis | Indiana Wesleyan University | Ivy Tech Community College | Marian University | University of Indianapolis | Vincennes University
Many of our graduates were the first in their family to graduate from high school and most will be the first to attend college. We are so excited for our students to have achieved such success. They worked hard to overcome many obstacles. These young adults demonstrate the life–changing impact of the Christel House program. In spite of the difficult environments from which they come, they are well on their way to becoming productive, contributing members of society. We are grateful to Christel House donors for their support and belief in our mission. You have helped put our students on a trajectory to achieve success.
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