Summer 2016 - Indiana United Methodist Children`s Home

Summer 2016
Home News
a publication of Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home, Inc.
Thank You
Family Teachers
The Teaching Family Model would not be successful
Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home is currently
hiring Family Teachers (married couples) as well as
Teaching Family Assistants. To learn more about
these opportunities, please visit the Home’s website
at www.iumch.org or contact Bud Milner or Jim Evans
at 765-482-5900.
Lou Ann Weyer, Amber Parsons, Latoya McCarthy Scott, Vivian Burdine, Donna Hughes and Sherry Hall. Second row: Bud Milner (Director of Residential
Programs), Jim Evans (Assistant Director of Residential Programs), Dwayne Voth, Nick Weyer, Stacy Youngblood, Shawna Beers and Rich Lapinski (Executive
Director). According to Lapinski, Executive Director, “All of these staff members are highly skilled and trained in working under the guidelines of the
evidence-based Teaching Family Model.”
COLLEGE BOUND
Brianna is all smiles as she poses in her official graduation cap and gown.
She is pictured with her mentor, Vicki Gans. Vicki is a former resident and
volunteers as the Mentor Coordinator for the Home. Brianna and Vicki have
spent many fun and productive hours together and will continue their
mentoring relationship throughout the coming years.
In May, five students officially became high school
graduates. Four students graduated from the on-grounds
school while one student graduated from the Lebanon
High School.
We are proud of all of our students for their many
achievements. Brianna recently graduated and she will be
attending IUPUI - Indianapolis Campus in August. As a
21st Century Scholar, a large portion of her college tuition
will be paid. Brianna looks forward to living in student
housing on the IUPUI campus while studying journalism. In
preparation for additional college expenses, Brianna
works at Wendy's and the Lebanon Public Library.
According to Brianna, "I love books so working at the
library is a great job for me. Right now, I'm scanning
historical documents and I even have my own office. I am
so excited to start college in August and that's about all I
think about right now."
Welcome to Green Acres
Fresh vegetables will soon be in abundance at
the Home. The girls and boys have been busy with
planting vegetables. The garden includes zucchini,
tomatoes, cucumbers, green beans, potatoes and a
variety of peppers. Each of the four homes will soon
be serving homegrown vegetables which will be cost
effective and healthy.
Staff members Dwayne Voth and Mike Brock help with the garden. “We
think gardening is very therapeutic for our youth. Not only does it promote
team building but also teaches the youth about patience,” added Brock.
Pie Baking with a Pro
Kelly Maucere, pictured left, along with some of her staff, graciously
invited each of our four group homes to participate in a pie making class.
Kelly also donated a variety of delicious pies to the Home. Although it was
hard to pick a favorite, the sugar cream pie was the best of all!
Youth from the Home have been learning the fine art of
pie making, thanks to Kelly Maucere and her staff at My Sugar
Pie in Zionsville. In honor of the state's Bicentennial, each
participant made a variety of "hand pies" in the shape of
Indiana. They carefully rolled and shaped the dough and
meticulously prepared the fruit filling for the pies. Once the
pies were baked, they were able to sample the "fruits of
their labor."
According to Kelly, owner of the pie shop, "My business
is very blessed and I am always looking for ways to give back
to the surrounding communities. The Children's Home has a
special place in my heart."
Books Abound...
Zionsville Youth Make a Difference
Special thanks goes to Zionsville Alpha Leo Club.
Recently, the club's junior high and high school
students wrote and received a $700 Youth As
Resource grant through the Central Indiana United
Way. The grant funded $700 worth of new books for
the James E. Davis School. The students also raised
an additional $400 to purchase school supplies and
items for the school store.
Did you know the Leo Club is an official program
of the Lions Club International? The program allows
young people the opportunity to serve their
communities and make a positive impact.
Principal Jim Stuart greeted the Leo Club as they presented an array of new
books for the on-grounds school.
Welcome Janie Hodge
The Auxiliary was honored to welcome Janie Hodge as the
keynote speaker during their annual program and luncheon. Anyone
who grew up in the Indianapolis area would know Janie from the
"Popeye and Janie Show." She appeared every week day from 1963
to 1986 as the cartoon show host on WTTV-Channel 4. She was
recently inducted into the Indiana Broadcasters Hall of Fame.
Guests from across the state gathered at the Home for an
inspirational morning. Christian pianist, Steven Foster, provided
special music and the Auxiliary student of the year was recognized
for outstanding academic achievement. During the meeting portion
of the program, Reverend Tracy Leslie, minister of Trinity United
Methodist Church in Lafayette, conducted the installation services of
officers. According to Norma Singley, Auxiliary President, "I always
feel very inspired and energized after our annual program. It helps
set the tone for our yearly fund raising and membership
recruitment."
Janie is well known as a pioneer in children's television
programming.
Several members from Fishers United Methodist Church
attended the Auxiliary meeting. They presented the Home
with a $2,000 monetary donation. The Home is very grateful to
our United Methodist Churches for their prayers and support.
“Do All the Good You Can”
– John Wesley Circle
Need a Tax Deduction?
Donating your unwanted car, truck,
boat/trailer, RV or motorcycle is a fast
and simple way to help Indiana United
Methodist Children’s Home.
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Why donate?
Donate your vehic
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• You may receive more value for your vehicle as a
charitable contribution on your itemized tax return.
• You will not have to worry about the hassle of selling
your vehicle.
• You will make a thoughtful contribution which will assist
the youth at Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home.
Cars are either sold or some are kept by the Home to
transport the boys and girls to court appointments
throughout the state, to home visits and medical
appointments.
What are some requirements?
In today’s world, more people are coordinating their
financial, estate and gift planning. Thoughtful
planning can provide the security of greater
financial and tax advantages for you and create
opportunities to give to outstanding charities like
Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home.
The John Wesley Circle is a
way for us to recognize those
who have included the Home
in their planned giving. We
would be delighted to add
your name to the Circle. For
more information, please
contact Susan Bennett at
[email protected]
• Motorized vehicles require a current title, free of lien.
• Trailers must have titles.
• Vehicles must have tires that are inflatable.
• All components (engine, transmission, etc.) must be in the
vehicle.
• We ask that you deliver the vehicle to the Home's campus in
Lebanon.
Your contribution is tax deductible.
The Angie Godwin Society
The John Wesley
Circle
Esther Cecil, Bloomfield
Harry Ervin, Indianapolis
Nancy Friedersdorf, Tucson, Arizona
George and Darleene Galyean, Greenwood
Georganna Irish, Indianapolis
Helen R. Kraud, San Antonio, Texas
George Kyle, Indianapolis
Irene Lunsford, Noblesville
Nancy Miller, Indianapolis
Phyllis Oakes, Wilmington, North Carolina
Doris Ann Onken, Brownsburg
Charles Russell, Carmel
Donna Sandage, Indianapolis
Martha Smock, Columbus
Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home established the Angie Godwin Society
to honor Miss Godwin and to thank individuals who have made philanthropic
gifts. Sole credit for beginning Indiana United Methodist Children’s Home goes
to Miss Godwin.
The Godwin Society is a circle of faithful donors who have committed to serve as
a consistent, stabilizing force for the services and programs of the Home.
Your gift of $1,000 or more yearly will impact areas such as:
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Accredited state-of-the-art school on campus, serving 6th -12th grade
Recreational activities and after-school programming
Small residential facilities with live-in house parents called Family Teachers
Spiritual growth opportunities for youth
Therapeutic counseling programs
Members of Angie Godwin Society January 2016 - June 2016
Ron and Karen Arnold, Columbus
Brant Construction, Indianapolis
Dr. Joyce Byllesby, Carmel
Alta Davis, Zionsville
Faith United Methodist Church, Indianapolis
Fishers United Methodist Women, Fishers
Grace United Methodist Church, Franklin
Rev. Marsha and Gregg Hutchinson, Indianapolis
Miss Angie Godwin is pictured with a group of
orphans in Greencastle, Indiana.
You may
include your
$1,000 gift in
the envelope
provided with
Home News.
Ann W. King, Indianapolis
Rich and Stephanie Lapinski, Cicero
Reverend Doug and Marilyn Leffler, Saginaw, Michigan
Don and Nancy Miller, Indianapolis
Steven and Celisa Snyder, Greenwood
William and Faye Sigman, Fishers
Charles and Susan Thompson, Carmel
The Heart of Indiana United Methodist Children's Home Staff of the Home giving collectively to the Angie Godwin Society
Art supplies
James E. Davis
Electric pencil sharpeners
School Supplies
Wish List 2016
Graph paper
Historical artifacts (for the history classroom)
Education is an important component of the
treatment program at the Home. The on-grounds
school is accredited by the Indiana Department of
Education and serves sixth through twelfth grades.
Index cards (all sizes and colors)
Many people ask how they can help support the
on-grounds school. Monetary donations are always
needed and appreciated. We also accept donations
off of our school wish list. Since school starts on
August 9th, it would helpful to receive the supplies
the last week of July. Please contact Susan Bennett
with any questions.
Pens (blue and black or gel)
Masking tape
Mechanical pencils
Pocket and plain folders (plastic or paper)
Poster board (various sizes and colors)
Scientific calculators ($10-$15)
Sharpie pens in various colors
Spiral notebooks (college and wide rule)
Three hole punch paper
Three ring binders (preferably one inch)
Students at the James E. Davis
School were encouraged to let
their creativity flow during their
daily art classes. Katie Manns, art
teacher, encourages her students
to "think outside the box." Take
a look at some of their recent
works of art!
515 West Camp Street
P.O. Box 747
Lebanon, Indiana 46052-0747
Phone 765-482-5900
Fax 765-482-5942
www.iumch.org
e-mail [email protected]
Executive Director/CEO
Richard A. Lapinski, MS
Director of Residential Programs
Robert S. “Bud” Milner, MS
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Assistant Director of Residential Programs
Jim Evans
Director of Public Relations
Susan D. Bennett, MA
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
"Murtle the Turtle" is featured in this painting.
The girls and boys enjoyed painting animals and
nature scenes. They also made pottery throughout
the school year.
Stuart Buttrick . . . . . . . . . . . . Carmel
Jim Engledow . . . . . . . . . . Zionsville
Michael Fritton . . . . . . . Indianapolis
James Gentry . . . . . . . . Indianapolis
Nancy Harshbarger . . . . . . Frankfort
Marsha Hutchinson . . . . Indianapolis
Bill Kirchoff . . . . . . . . . . . .
Edna May . . . . . . . . . . . Indianapolis
Cindy Reynolds . . . . . . . Indianapolis
Keith Smith . . . . . . . . . . Indianapolis
Larna Spearman . . . . . . Indianapolis
William Todd . . . . . . . . . . . Nashville