Most of our students grow up at MWYF and consider the Foundation to be a second home. Our staff works to provide students with a place to succeed, thrive and grow. We asked two of our high school students what MWYF means to them:
Hello, my name is Breona and I’m in the 9th grade. After school, I come to MWYF and I’ve been here ever since 3rd grade. I’m so glad I stayed at MWYF, I’ve stayed in contact with many friends throughout my time at MWYF. Also, MWYF has helped me maintain my grades by staying out of Saturday school, and not to mention what great fun it is!
This school year, I’m excited about being in the new building, Club 904. Doing homework there is really relaxing, I feel comfortable. The classes I am taking are honors classes and I’m in the Early College Program. I want to play sports this year, maybe basketball or flag football.
I can tell you the three top things that are my favorite about MWYF and why. One is the people, when I’m at MWYF I feel like I’m surrounded by my second family, everyone here is so loving and we’re like one big family. Two, the love the staff has for the kids is amazing, how much they care for us and all that they do for us. Lastly, the fun! The activities, games and field trips are all great fun, especially when everyone is involved.
I’m looking forward to trips and different programs like cooking club, girl talk, playing games and more. I’m a LIT (Leader in Training) at MWYF, I love helping the leads out in the classrooms and having fun with them, the smiles and giggles are priceless moments.
My name is Mya, I am 17 years old and currently a senior. I’ve been at MWYF ever since the first grade. Since then, I’ve made long-lasting friendships. MWYF helped improve my grades by implementing Saturday school. With Saturday School existing, I am always on top of my assignments. MWYF is important to me because it gave me the life skills that I need to succeed in the future.
As a Senior, I’m looking forward to my dual enrollment class. I’m taking college English and I’m excited to be taking a college credit. So far, I’m loving virtual school, but taking Spanish online is pretty challenging. What I’m most excited about as a senior is finally graduating.
My top two memories here were going to a tennis match at Delray Beach and during summer camp when we used to have red vs. blue wars. What I will miss about MWYF are the friendships I’m leaving behind. Especially with people I formed a close relationship with. My plans after high school are to get my AA degree, then I will finish my bachelor’s at FSU. I will major Biology and then I will apply to a Physician’s Assistant program.
To help us continue to provide educational programming and life skill classes to students like Breona, Mya and hundreds of other students, join us for a Night of Hope on October 8th from 7 to 8 pm. We will be raising vital funds that help us provide our programs to children in the Jacksonville area. Our virtual gala will be held on our Facebook Live and will feature a live and silent auction, to learn more about the event or to register visit A Night of Hope.
