The Station Foundation's Fall 2018 Newsletter

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FALL 2018

IN THIS ISSUE WE HIGHLIGHT TWO IMPORTANT ASPECTS OF THE STATION’S MISSION – CHILDREN AND ART Inspiring Outcomes Fuel Our Efforts at The Station!

Fall 2018 Dedication

THE GROWTH IN OUR CHILDREN’S DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AND ART DEPARTMENT IS TRULY AMAZING. BUT WE WOULD BE REMISS WITHOUT EXTENDING OUR DEEPEST GRATITUDE TO THE INDIVIDUALS WHO MADE THIS A REALITY – SPECIAL OPERATIONS CARE FUND (SOC-F).

THANK YOU, SOC-F, FOR YOUR CONTINUED

SUPPORT AND COMMITMENT TO OUR SOF COMMUNITY. ALL OF US AT THE STATION FOUNDATION ARE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU ON OUR TEAM!

to learn more about

SOC-F please visit www.soc-f.org

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FAMILY FOUNDATION WORKSHOPS

Our fall Family Foundation Workshops were the first to accept infants and toddlers. With a new infant/toddler area; toys; and activities, the Children’s Development Department has evolved to support children of all ages.

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FAMILY FOUNDATION WORKSHOPS continued

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ART DEPARTMENT

The Station’s Art Department has seen an increase in action as well. Art is a key part of our programs, and continues to captivate our audience. In addition to our staple art projects, we now offer mediums from ceramics to jewelry.

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ART STUDIO

Base Camp Jimmy’s new Art Studio is a unique space. You can find participants working at all hours – creating, exploring and learning. The blossoming of art here at The Station has been incredible to watch. We can’t wait to see what our participants create next!

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VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers play a very special role at The Station, helping us accomplish many tasks both on and off site. We wish to recognize one special volunteer who has jumped in headfirst to make a significant impact in the life of one of our Gold Star students. continued

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VOLUNTEERS continued

Jamie Dockiewicz is a new mentor in our Leaders in Training (LiT) program.

She has dedicated her time to working with one of our Gold Star students throughout the year. Jamie thoughtfully, creatively and selflessly tailored a training program to ensure her mentee accomplished his personal goal.

Additionally, Jamie has taken time to participate in physical fitness activities – such as hiking – with this student and his family. Jamie has gone above and beyond to support our work.

This dedication motivates both our participants and staff to become their very best. Thank you, Jamie!

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

The Station is now accepting volunteers year round. Both the Children’s Center and Art Studio need additional support.

If you are interested in volunteering time and services in either of these areas please contact: To volunteer in the Art Studio Jesse Albrecht, Art Director jalbrecht@thestationfoundation.org To volunteer in the Children’s Center Shannon Stacy, Director of Operations sstacy@thestationfoundation.org

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UPCOMING EVENTS dates

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Spouse Performance Program

Jan 11-18, 2019

currently at capacity

TrAC

Jan 29 - Feb 9, 2019

currently at capacity

Family Foundation Workshops

Mar 7-16, 2019

accepting applications

April 11-20, 2019

accepting applications

May 15-24, 2019

accepting applications

program

To learn more please contact Lucey Gagner, Program Coordinator lgagner@thestationfoundation.org The Station sends our sincere appreciation to all our participants, supporters and volunteers. 2018 was an extremely successful, powerful year. We gained many truly special memories. It takes teamwork to create such transformational moments. We look forward to what 2019 has in store. Thank you for your continued support.

Happy Holidays!

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