Manuel Jara Dreamer Jennifer Sotelo was honored by selection of the President's committee to attend a five day conference in Washington with other students in April 2006. During the conference, these students met with government officials and discussed the school situation as well as education in the United States. IHAD is proud of Dreamers like Jennifer who are learning about our country from the ground up!
Our other Dreamers in the area include college graduates in the nursing and criminal justice fields. Their "stopping by" to tell us of their lives and families is a highlight for the entire foundation.
Melissa Ashworth Executive Director
Message from the Executive Director:
Our Dreamers are now in grades from 6 - 12. The older Dreamers are currently enrolled in over 20 different schools in the Fort Worth area. Keeping them in the fold is a feat but, our motto is: “Once a Dreamer, always a Dreamer!”
This year’s programming focus is: Back to the Basics! We are concentrating on the four modules:
- Mentoring Component
- Parent Component
- Academics Component
- Community Service Component
We hope you will look into our program for ways you can support our mission. Our yearly annual event centered on reading for children (Reading Rocks) is held in February at the Ridglea Country Club. This years event featured famous children's writer/illustration Steven Kellogg. His presentation delighted all who attended, young and old. Please check this website for information on the 2007 event.
Thank you for your support!
Melissa Ashworth
Mentor Maria Lopez (Northside High School) with Dreamer Vanessa Leyba (5th Grade at Manual Jara Elementary School) |
Mentor Maria Lopez (Northside High School) with Dreamer Vanessa Leyba (5th Grade at Manual Jara Elementary School) |