December 2011 Newsletter

As we take some time to reflect…

We are truly amazed at all of the positive things that have happened at Firewall this year – from a new look and a new website to an ever-growing number of friends like you that allow us to bring joy, peace, and practical help to students and their families not only during this holiday season, but on a daily basis.

With this in mind, we would like to share the stories of three more students that we are impacting through our program. We pray that you have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Servant Leader: Crystal

Sixth grader Crystal has been chosen as West Davie’s Servant Leader of the Quarter. She attends Indian Ridge Middle School. Her sister, Victoria, is a third year Firewall student. Crystal is very smart and always helps out around the center when she finishes her homework. Here is what she has to say:

“I am a better student because of Firewall because I have a mentor who checks my grades and tells me what they are. She helps me with my homework and teaches me new skills. Firewall has also helped me to become a better person by showing me how to put my trust in God. When I am done with my homework, I go around and help the other kids. Firewall is also a very fun place to go to and hang out with my friends.”

Servant Leader: Santiago

Santiago is a seventh grader at Indian Ridge and a second year Firewall student. He has come a long way since last year and we are very proud of him and his accomplishments, not only with his grades, but with his behavior and attitude. His words:

“Firewall is a very special place. It is like my third family. When I come to Firewall, I feel like someone cares about me and how I do in school. They help me succeed  because they have taught me values like FIRE, which stands for faith, integrity, relationship, and excellence. Firewall is a cool place that can help you succeed if you’re willing to.”

Servant Leader: Pedro

Servant Leader of the Quarter at our Pompano center, Pedro, is a 6th grader at  Pompano Beach Middle School. Pedro is funny, kind, and very helpful. This quarter, he was able to achieve straight A’s on his report card! Pedro’s words:

“Firewall has helped me to become a better student by helping me with my homework and helping me to get straight A’s. Firewall has showed me how to become a better person by teaching me manners and how to be nice to other people.”