SC Foster Parents Training & Resources

Nicolette Coward, Recipient May 2012

Nicolette Coward is a sophomore at Morris College in Sumter, South Carolina. She is majoring in Biology. Nicolette has worked hard and is the deserving ongoing recipient of a UNCF scholarship and Zeta Phi Beta scholarship. She was selected for the prestigious Morris College Chorale - a traveling choral group representing the college and is also the sophomore class treasurer. In addition to her studies and activities, Nicolette works nearly twenty hours per week at Bojangles.

April 2012 David Osteen David Osteen is a freshman at Central Carolina in Camden, SC. He finished high school courses in December, 2011 and just finished his first semester of college with a 3.1 GPA. David will be transferring to the University of South Carolina in the fall. He is working towards a degree in Athletic training. David loves sports, camping, and other outdoor activities.	Mar 2012 Adlina Slater Adlina Slater attends Francis Marion University and is majoring in Early Childhood Education. Her goal is to become a teacher and help make a difference in the lives of children. Adlina loves helping others and hopes one day to work with children in foster care. She loves traveling and volunteering at summer camps for children.	Feb 2012 Jana Simpson Jana Simpson is a freshman at Central Carolina in Camden, SC. She is working towards her associates in business (accounting). Jana is an outgoing, fun loving girl. She loves music and hanging out with friends and family. Jana just received a car from the SCFPA On the Road Again Program and is doing a great job with time management in her busy life. Jana is a full time student, works a part-time job and takes care of her 6 month old daughter McKenzie. Great Job, Jana!
Jan 2012 Kyle Shake Hey my name is Kyle Shake. I graduated from Darlington High School last year and now attend Johnson C. Smith University where I am majoring in computer engineering. I'm hoping to advance in this career and also get my master's degree. I live with my wonderful family, the Hogans. I couldn't ask for any other home. Momma Hogan has been a great impact on my life ever since my mom died. She's been there for the ups and downs and always been a mother to me. If it wasn't for her I probably wouldn't be who I am today. Every time I'm in school doing my work I think of both moms and thank them for believing in me and encouraging me to strive for success. My hobbies are running, playing basketball and chillin' with friends.	Dec 2011 Max Konzeal Max just finished his first semester at Coastal Carolina. He passed all his classes which is great for a freshman. He said it has been a learning experience figuring out how to balance hanging out with friends and finding time to study. Max's major is communications. He hopes to do something in radio broadcasting. He enjoys wrestling, hiking, camping and hanging out with friends. Some of his accomplishments are South Carolina All-Star and Regional Champion in wrestling. He also enjoys fantasy football where he is a 2-time champ! Max also received a car in August through the On the Road Again Program.	Nov 2011 Summer Sheheen Summer is a Dramatic Arts student with an interest in costume design and construction. Her long term career goal is to become a professional hair/makeup/costume specialist for a theater and design costumes for Broadway. A short term goal for Summer is to keep a 3.5 gpa in college as well as get involved with the theater department more. Her hobbies include dancing, reading, writing, spending time with friends and going to the beach.
October 2011 Skyla Williams My name is Skyla Williams and I am first year student at Coastal Carolina University in Myrtle Beach, SC. I am majoring in Sociology, while being on the track of Criminal Justice to become a Social Worker after I graduate. In addition to being a social worker when I graduate, I have many other goals. I plan on paying off at least half of my loans from my freshmen year, getting a car and becoming financially stable by the middle of my sophomore year. My educational goals are high also. I want to make the Dean’s List my freshmen year and graduate in four years. I have every intention of accomplishing my goals and getting past every obstacle that is placed in my way. I love to go to my schools sporting events but mostly football, basketball and volleyball. I get involved in many activities that go on at Coastal.	Sept 2011 Gabrielle Thomas My name is Gabrielle Thomas. I am 18 years old and I attend Rutgers University. I am studying graphic design. College life is nothing like high school. You don’t have anyone telling you what to do so you have to know when to study and when to do your homework. Living on campus is also a good thing because you get to meet different people. It is also a different experience being away from home. I decided to go to college in New Jersey. I like the cold. I like to play basketball and draw. I am trying to play on the basketball team this year. I hope that I make the team. Even when going to class and doing extracurricular activities, you have to be dedicated to both of them. College is a great way to meet new people and learn new things. I am just trying to further my education to make myself and the world better.	May 2011 Brian Wilkins Brian Wilkins is attending Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte. He enjoys learning culinary arts and is doing well with his studies. Brian enjoys music, especially playing his guitar. He sings in the Choir at his church when visiting home in Darlington County. Brian was “Teen of the Year” in 2010 and was recognized at the 2010 SCFPA Annual Training Conference in Greenville, SC.

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