New Horizons in Action Newsletter

Ford Model A Club visited the Butler Farm Campus and provided an awesome presentation on the evolution of automobiles and the advancement of technology. Automotive Technology and Body students earned some perspective and took a trip in time during this visit.

Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy students were visited by Ginger Kennison, a physical therapist who provided valuable insight on rotator cuff tears and muscle strengthening to the students.

Cosmetology students received hands-on demonstrations and lectures from one of the industry partners, Pretty in a Minute. Students were able to learn active practices and interact with industry in this special visit.

Welding II student, Carialy Marie Garcia Pillot, secured a third place win at the Project MFG (manufacturing) Welding Competition. Congratulations and great work!

Congratulations to the students of the 1st Quarter. The students pictured below all demonstrate what being a skilled Career and Technical Education (CTE) student is and should aspire to become.

Building Construction student Seth Deguzman constructed a geometric holiday tree for the front office staff, complete with a tree stand. It was such a hit that the rest of the class is using it as a guide for their tree projects.

Intriguing Experiment: Calculus Students Delve into the Mystery of Blow Pops

Calculus students embarked on a unique journey as they indulged in Blow Pops and gathered data to tackle the timeless riddle: "How many licks does it take to reach the core of a Blow Pop?"

Alumni Lillian Lam (Johns Hopkins) and Diane Hoffman (CNU) paid a virtual visit. As GSST seniors they presented their mentorship research and earned the first place award in the category of Chemistry at the 2023 Junior Science and Humanities Symposium held at Longwood University. They gave current students tips for presenting research at symposiums. They also answered questions about the college experience.

The Governor's School for Science and Technology's (GSST) recent Spirit Week provided students with a unique opportunity to express their school spirit, creativity, and unity. The week featured engaging activities, themed dress-up days, and spirited competitions that fostered a strong sense of belonging and enthusiasm. Thanks to everyone who joined us, making it an unforgettable week!

A special thank you to the State of the Arts Club volunteers for designing and creating candy packets for the GSST student body.

The Center for Autism hosted its fourth annual Trunk or Treat Event for students and their families. Students enjoyed a bounce house, arts and crafts, games, and plenty of treats!

New Horizons Center for Autism (CFA) and Newport Academy (NA) celebrated the amazing work our School psychologists do each and every day. Pam Murphy and Lisa Harrell provide support to CFA and NA's students, staff, and families and deserve a huge thank you for all they do!

The Woodside Lane Campus enjoyed some treats before the break. Students loved following recipes, especially when they involved cookies!

The Center for Apprenticeship & Adult Training (CFAAT) is on a mission to visit all 23 high schools in the region. This time, it was Bethel High School's turn!

The annual Weld Advisory Board Meeting at Woodside Lane Campus was held in November this year with a solid attendance of members. Welding instructors Ed Dupree and Pierrette Swan facilitated the meeting giving Career & Technical High School and Adult Training Center student data information to the board members. They also thanked all of the board members and their employers who were able to support our welders throughout the year with materials. This was followed by lunch and a quick networking session.

The Center for Apprenticeship & Adult Training gave a presentation at Brooks Crossings’ Navigating Wealth Program to their new Adult Training Cohort class. Erika Wilson and Kaylee Fortney collaborated on this presentation and CFAAT created new contacts while giving a new cohort great information about workforce training and how it can lead to the good life!

Congratulations to Eric Parker, the first student to obtain his GED diploma this program year! Eric was a model student and greatly benefited from the small group classes and individualized curriculum in our GED Preparation Program. In addition to receiving supportive services, incentives, and tutoring, Eric also participated in our work experience program. The work experience stipend provided Eric with the financial support he needed as he prepared to transition out of the Out-of-School program and relocate to Georgia. Eric has made a lasting connection with the Staff at the YWC and we wish him the best as he continues his training in finance. Well done Eric!

The Youth Workforce Center staff together with other Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth Contractors and the Hampton Roads Workforce Council attended the recently held National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) Youth Symposium in Las Vegas, Nevada. The symposium “brings together workforce development thought leaders and stakeholders whose focus is providing workforce development opportunities for the youth population” and addresses “critical issues head-on by sharing innovative solutions and empowering strategies that will shape a brighter future as we navigate through the challenges faced by our youth workforce. The opening keynote speaker was, Chef Jeff Henderson. As an award-winning American chef, critically acclaimed New York Times bestselling author, philanthropist, television personality, and highly sought-after leader in personal and professional development, he inspired symposium attendees to see their client’s trauma as an explanation for their current circumstances.

The Youth Workforce Center (YWC) welcomed a new work experience worksite partner, Help Me Ronda, LLC. This worksite is currently hosting two In-School students, Jakaila Newsome and Marisa Newsome-Taylor, as part of our work experience program. In addition to exhibiting workplace excellence, the students are sharpening their customer service and administrative skills. They will also receive technical training in bookkeeping.

The fall semester is underway at the Flanagan Counselor Education Clinic! We are so excited to serve our community through the New Horizons Family Counseling Center. We have several exciting updates to share with you as we step into the 2023/2024 school year.

The Clinic has a new group of students who are already hard at work in the New Horizons

Family Counseling Center! They bring with them a wide array of interests and many fresh ideas.

All the students are working closely with our new Clinic Director, Dr. Erin Woods. Dr. Woods is

a Licensed Professional Counselor, who joined the clinic in March of 2023. She is passionate

about providing high quality services to the families in our communities.

We are thrilled to continue offering couples, family, and individual counseling services. We hope

to implement some new service options this year, including new group options. If you have any

questions about our services or the referral process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us by

phone or email. We look forward to our continued work together!

Best,

The New Horizons Family Counseling Center Team

Flanagan Counselor Education Clinic

Phone: 757-221-2363

Email: FCEC@wm.edu

520 Butler Farm Road, Hampton VA 23666

757-766-1100

asknhrec@nhrec.org

www.nhrec.org