Celebrating Two Exceptional Family Members
Today Children of Mine (COMYC) is celebrating two exceptional youth. For 40 years, COMYC has been a staple in the Anacostia neighborhood in Washington DC, providing a safe space for children. The challenges that exist in the Anacostia neighborhood are well documented. However, the portion of the positive activities of youth in Anacostia often goes unrecognized. So today, we are recognizing two exceptional young ladies who are world changers in the making. Both young ladies are graduating from their respective high schools and heading to college. Today we celebrate Morgan Graham and Japan Spells.
Open House Morgan
Morgan Graduation
Morgan Graham
Morgan “Morgs” Graham came to COMYC at the age of four. We have watched her grow into an exceptional young lady. Morgan is a skilled orator, insightful thinker, and activist. Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser mentioned the impact of the activism of the class of 2022 Benjamin Banneker that pushed the city to build a better facility. Morgan was one of those activists as she is a class of 2022 graduate of Benjamin Banneker High School; she is headed to Jackson State University (HBCU). ” The Center has impacted my life in so many positive ways I cannot begin to number,” says Morgan when asked about the Center’s influence on her life.
Japan Spells
Japan “JP” Spells came to COMYC at the age of eleven. Japan is the Center’s unofficial recorder. Japan records and can recall quotes from the talk whenever a subject matter is important. Japan is a shy creative with an exceptional oratory and theatrical talent because she is so dramatic. Moreover, Japan is an award-winning athlete and one of the top students in her Anacostia Senior High School graduating class. “The Center has and continues to have a massive impact on my life because I’ve learned so much, and it has become my family,” says Japan. This fall Japan will start as a MPD cadet while pursuing her degree in criminal justice.
The goal of COMYC’s mission is to support youth and their families’ success to become exceptional individuals. The staff and volunteers have witnessed the outstanding individuals in Morgan and Japan. They are caring, compassionate, thoughtful, and fierce defenders of what is right. As an organization, we could not be more proud to be a part of the story of two great people.
A note of thanks
Thank you to the parents, Kenya & Doni, for trusting us with your children. We count it an honor and a privilege to be a part of the village. To our donors, supporters and volunteers, thank you for your support because you make this possible. Your generous support makes it possible for Children of Mine to provide youth enrichment, summer camp, and support through college or career. If you are interested in supporting youth K through College, click here to get involved
Japan
Japan Camp Hawkins
Japan
Japan’s Graduation
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