CARY Newsletter Fall 2010
3rd Annual Autumn Benefit is a Success
On October 20th, Barbara Coloroso, national anti-bullying expert and bestselling author, was the keynote speaker at CARY's 3rd Annual Autumn Benefit. CARY is grateful for the support of sponsors and supporters who helped to raise almost $58,000 for violence prevention programs. Honorary Chair Greg Hamilton, Travis County Sheriff, introduced Coloroso who spoke on "The Bully, the Bullied & the Bystander." Over 215 guests gave Coloroso a standing ovation! Coloroso then signed books provided by Book People. We thank all the volunteers who made it a success!
The Dell Children's Medical Center, CARY and The Hilton Austin sponsored a workshop with Barbara Coloroso on October 20th called "Teaching & Parenting with Wit & Wisdom." Coloroso gave solid practical advice on creating a climate in which students can become self-disciplined, compassionate and responsible to 144 teachers, counselors, parents and others who work with youth. Please contact the Development Office at 451-4592 if you would like a copy of the handouts.
CARY congratulates the winners of the lunch raffle and thanks the following donors: Kruger's Diamond Jewelers; Mike & Kathy Wilfley; Austin Watches & Jewelry; and Adrian L. Moore.
The Travis County Commissioner's Court and the Senate of The State of Texaspresented CARY with a proclamation declaring October as National Bully Prevention Month.
Behavioral Coaching & Mentoring Program
In October, 2010, CARY received funding from the Texas Governor’s Criminal Justice Division for a project to provide mentors for 100 at-risk students. The students are freshmen at Lanier, LBJ and Reagan High Schools.
The project, led by Program Coordinator Vicki Hutchison, links 100 students with 33 mentors. Mentors are highly qualified upperclassmen and graduate students at the University of Texas in Austin, Huston-Tillotson University and the Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Vicki says, "The mentors will provide support, encouragement and a relationship with a positive role model. The program will also give at-risk high school students the tools and skills to improve behavioral choices. "
The Council on At-Risk Youth is excited about this new program to help youth stay in school and out of the juvenile justice system. We would like to give a special thanks to our mentors for their dedication.