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	Role Models for Boys The New York Times* featured our mentoring program for boys*. For children in blighted neighborhoods, going to college can seems an impossible goal, especially when just making it through grade school is a challenge. Rodzae James, 11, knows his neighborhood is rough, but he feels lucky to have a couple of good role models. Read more
	Studying the 3 Rs Reduce-Reuse-Recycle was the theme at Woods Academy this summer when Family Focus students learned about landfills, natural resources, how to turn old into new, and how to live healthier lives. A multi-disciplinary curriuclum integrated literacy, science, math, art, and fun. Read more
	Poverty's damaging legacy Chicago Tribune, Sept. 21, 2011 Poverty's damaging legacy: Troubling impact on children doesn't always stop when parents get back on their feet. Family Focus was consulted in a recent Chicago Tribune article on the effects of job loss on children. Read more
	Cooking Class for Expectant Mothers In collaboration with Nurture, Family Network’s Right From the Start, Desde el Principio, program is presenting cooking classes for Latino expectant mothers, helping them to prepare healthy meals for themselves and their babies. Read more
	Fall Back In School In Oct. 7, Family Focus Lawndale partnered with Youth Ready Chicago and the Better Boys Foundation in presenting Fall Back In School, a school kick-off campaign and celebration. The one-day program included youth performances, workshops, afterschool program registration, employment resources, free health screenings, and more. Read more
	Congratulations, Nora! Right From The Start Program Coordinator Nora Barquin has been named to the University of Illinois Extension, Lake & McHenry County, 2011 Hall of Fame. Read more
	Family Focus Joins United Way Education Initiative Family Focus is pleased to announce our partnership with United Way of Metropolitan Chicago, supporting their new 9.3 million Education Initiative. Read more
	More "Bomba Kids"! Family Focus is pleased to announce its partnership with the Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center for the 2011-12 school year. This time, we're bringing the wonderful dancing, drumming and rich cultural experience of Bomba Kids to our afterschool students - and to our early childhood programs, too! Read more
	Family Network Celebrates 10th Annual Book Review Luncheon Over 100 people attended Family Network's 10th annual book review luncheon to raise funds for the Parent/Child Center and honor 2011 Comunity Service Award Winner Ruth Sutton. Entertainment was provided by book dramatist Barbara Rinella, who delighted the crowd with her renditions of famous literary figures. Read more
	Evanston Teens Participate in Girl Scouts "Reality Check" Event Family Focus Evanston teens joined the Girl Scouts for Reality Check - A Look at Real Girls through their Eyes and Voices, and let their own voices be heard! Read more