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JusticeWorks Community Updates
Compass Academy holds their virtual end of year celebration with special guests, Lieutenant Governor, John Fetterman, and 2nd Lady, Gisele Fetterman.
On May 28th, 2020, Compass Lycoming, Schuylkill, and Mt. Carmel hosted their end of year celebration and graduation ceremony. It was our first-ever virtual event of its kind. We were excited to hear that Lieutenant Governor, John Fetterman, and 2nd Lady, Gisele Fetterman were able to attend. The 2nd Lady attended our morning event with Compass Lycoming, and the Lieutenant Governor attended the Compass Schuylkill and Mt. Carmel event. Take a look at our video clip from the days events. Compass Lycoming Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, it was a sunny day in Williamsport, PA,...
Breaking the Silence: A Message from Joshua Nielsen, Family Resource Specialist
“I swore never to be silent whenever and wherever human beings endure suffering and humiliation. We must take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.” — Elie Wiesel I just wanted to reach out and share an encouraging story that I was a part of in my community of Lansdale, Montgomery County. On Monday night, I stood on a street corner alone in my town with a poster that read "Black Lives Matter" to show support and solidarity for the black community in Lansdale. While I was there alone, Lieutenant Devlin of the...
Black Lives Matter!
A message from our founder Dan Heit: As though the pandemic weren’t enough, the horror of Mr. Floyd’s murder and the week of protests which have followed have been nearly unbearable. While certainly all lives matter, we cannot be blind, or complicit, with the special challenges and burdens which face our brothers and sisters of African heritage. It cannot be overlooked that while Black Americans are about 13% of our population, something approaching 40% of Covid deaths have been Black. This sad fact reflects the chronic health conditions which are prevalent amongst people who live in...
JWYC Lancaster County FRS Receives Letter of Thanks!
Karli Van Duzer, Family Resource Specialist for the JWYC Lancaster County office, received the following heartfelt letter from a JWYC youth: Autumn* writes "Dear Karli, It sure has been a roller coaster of ups + downs, and turns around. But you really did change my life for the better. You helped me learn that I am worth it. You taught me a lot in the 10 months that I have had you in my corner. You really mean a lot to me. I did have a blast hanging out with you, laughing, crying and sometimes arguments. You did so much for me, I can't even count on two hands. You gave me a shoulder...
Lebanon County CYS Caseworker Praises JusticeWorks Program and Family Resource Specialist!
JusticeWorks received the following message: I am writing to tell you that yesterday I was at a team school meeting for *Sammy. The report from her teacher was so positive! Her academics, her work ethic at school, her grades, and attendance have drastically improved since the in-home service has been in place. As you know, the Family Resource Specialist is Jamie Schwartzbeck. The progress and improvement were incremental and laborious at times. Jamie has been so positive, consistent, and encouraging with Sammy’s whole family! I cannot stress enough that the in-home service is what has...
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