Saving Generations

Saving Generations is proud to annouce our new branch developing in Baltimore, MD.  Our first official project will be: The Govan's Community Garden Sponsored by Saving Generations. The intent of the garden is to strengthen the unity in the community and to end some of the blight in the Govans/Wilson Park area.  This garden will be in honor of Mrs. Carrie Crank-Cephus, our oldest living member on the Board of Trustees.  The dedication was made on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the celebration of Mrs.Carrie's 85th birthday.  The authorized production of the community garden was granted by Ms. Nia Govan of the Baltimore City Adopt-A-Lot program and the Wilson Park Nothern Neighborhood Association (WPNNA).  It is the hope of Saving Generations to establish a neutral safe/drug free zone where residents in the community of all ages can come and learn the importance of nurturing something precious from beginning to end by way of planting their own seeds and caring for them until the vegetables are ready to take to the table.  All viable vegetables/herbs will be for  anyone in the community to reduce some of the stresses and financial burdens of government programs.  First distribution preferences will be given to: participants of the garden, senior citizens, and families with children.

Please accept our sincere apology for the disconnect in communication.  Saving Generations had two calling lines (one with department extensions and general access and the other a crisis line).  There was apparently a cross in the lines as the fowarding capabilities crossed one another out so there were a lot of missed calls.  The problem is fixed and business is back to normal. Please use the 678-785-PATH (7284) number for all Saving Generations tele-communications.  Thanks and again or appologies. 

SG: Olive Branch Program

Congratualations to Saving Generations on their pilot program "The Olive Branch".  We successfully completed a partnership with Marietta Middle School under the direction of Couselor Ms. Sylivia Roll & Principal Timothy Jones, Ed D. (2011-2012).  We have decided to go full steam ahead to forge partnerships with other local elementary, middle, and high schools. Please read more about our Olive Branch Program under the Home page.

Saving Generations is proud to announce that we have assisted young ladies in the community with their prom attire needs.  Unfortunately, we lost our boutique this year so aid had to be given on an individual pre-screened basis.  Nevertheless, we forged forward and made some deserving young ladies very happy.

Very Important Announcement: Especially for Parents, Students, Friends & Family of the Recently Graduated Class of 2012

Many of our Class of 2012 graduates are settling in with their various endeavors. However, there is still a burden that our students are facing. As some of you may know our government states that once a child is 18 years of age we (the parents) are no longer legally responsible for them. Well, what happens when that child, now young adult, is off to college, military, etc? They still need basic things and are not equipped to handle it all alone. Scholarships & financial aid only stretch so far. I am blessed that my girls are not far away but some of us can't hop in the car and drive 20 minutes away to give our kids supplies. This is where I need your help. If you are in the metro Atlanta area, I would like to start collecting items (toiletries inclusive of: toilet paper, feminine pads, tooth paste, deodorant, first aid items, nonperishable snacks, cell phone refill cards, etc) for these students who are really trying to stay on the right path. The parents simply cannot do it alone. If you are out of the Metro Atlanta area and would like to help, you can do so by making a donation so that we can either purchase items or use funds for shipping items to the various students. Please inbox me for more info.(or if you or your child would like to be a recipient) or click the make a donation button to the right. Please spread the word!!!!!

*Any undergraduate student living on campus or in the military may qualify. Contact me for more details.

Danice Wilson, CEO

                              Saving Generations

                  is currently accepting donations for

                  Prom Attire, Shoes, and Accessories

Prom and graduation season is fast approaching so Saving Generations is reaching out for your assistance. We are asking for all gently used prom gowns, formal suits, tuxedos, shawls, shoes, purses, and accessories (business suits for first job interviews as well) so that we can assist students who may not otherwise have an opportunity to participate in these wonderful milestones. *Many have their tickets (running an average of $100) but cannot financially afford to purchase the gorgeous attire they desire. We need items of all sizes. If you would like to donate items and you are out of the local area, please contact Saving Generations so that we can attempt to assist with shipping. See address below for drop-off /shipping. *If you are in the Cobb County (Metro Atlanta area) and interested in receiving a donation please contact our office by email with your name, telephone, name of school, and size. Someone will contact you with your appointment date and time. Please do not go to location without a confirmed appointment.

Danice H. Wilson-Bates,CMA, MAEd, Founder

http://savinggenerations.webs.com   http://beccascloset.org

saving.generations@yahoo.com

678-802-7990

Drop-off/shipment site information:

Uncle Bob’s Storage c/o Saving Generations-Danice Wilson 3150 Austell Road  Marietta, GA 30008

* Drop-off must be taken into the building Mon-Sat 9:30 am-4:30 pm (out for lunch 1-2-pm) or Sun 1-3 pm. Otherwise, donations can be shipped to storage or hand delivered to any member of Saving Generations. UBS Agents are only instructed to collect items. Please contact Saving Generations for questions or for your donation invoice. To receive an invoice please submit with your garments: your name, mailing & email address, phone, brief description and estimated value of the donation.

SCHOLARSHIP: FOR THOSE STUDENTS WHO ATTEND OSBORNE HIGH SCHOOL (Cobb County High Schools)- MARIETTA DISTRICT SCHOOL STUDENTS-will need to contact me to let me know if you are having a similar activity at your school and if you need to participate in this scholarship as well.

Parents received a message from school a few days ago. "I wouldn't be Mama D if I didn't tell you". I'm very passionate about obtaining knowledge through literature, learning words randomly through the dictionary and playing word games. All of you have a responsibility this summer and I want to help make it successful. You guys have "suggestive" summer reading to do. I am sure that some of your teachers will require you to do some form of test or essay regarding the books of choice. I am ordering books now (assuming that the choices will be limited at the library). I will purchase 1 copy of the least expensive book of your choice (it will be purchased online and used) provided that you contact me and explain why you are unable to to get the book. *This is a sponsored event from me since you are a member of Saving Generations. If their is anyone interested in this sponsorship, they must register to be members of Saving Generations and follow the same instructions. THERE IS A VERY LIMITED SUPPLY OF BOOK SCHOLARSHIPS so this is a first come first serve.

Dear Osborne Parents and Students,

The English Department hopes you are enjoying a fun-filled summer. Of course, among all the summer activities, we encourage you to READ.

According to the Cobb County’s standard for Reading across the Curriculum, students are required to read a minimum of 25 grade-level appropriate books (approximately 1 million words per year). Therefore, summer reading is recommended to achieve this goal. We strongly suggest and encourage all students to read at least one book from the Summer Reading List based upon your grade level prior to returning to school on August 15. Students will complete activities that demonstrate their knowledge of the chosen novel (s) upon their return to school. Be prepared to discuss your analysis of your chosen novel(s) with your English teacher. The Osborne family strives to improve literacy, stimulates imagination, improves thinking skills, enhances vocabulary development and promotes lifelong readers.

The novel(s) of your choice may be found at the local library or you may purchase one for your own pleasure. Enjoy, Relax and Read!

Ninth Grade

Slam by Walter Dean Meyers

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-time Indian by Sherman Alexie

First Part Last by Angela Johnson

Dead Connection by Charlie Price

Feed by M.T. Anderson

Tenth Grade

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe

Honors American Literature

Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom

Outcasts United by Warren St. John

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

Eleventh Grade

It by Stephen King

Beloved by Toni Morrison

Change of Heart by Jodi Picoult

Interview with the vampire by Ann Rice

As I Lay Dying by Faulkner

Twelfth Grade

Your Blues Ain’t Like Mine by Bebe Moore Campbell

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night time by Mark Haddon

The Color of Water by James McBride

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Seth Grahame-Smith

Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters by Ben H. Winters

AP Literature and AP Language

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot

This one almost snuck under the radar but thanks to VP Marjani Edwards, the cat's out the bag! Congratualations are in order for Mentor Tera Freeman.  Tera Freeman has pased her test and  is now an official CNA (certified nursing assisstant).  We are so very proud of you Tera.

Congrats are in order to Chauday Wilson for making the Honor Roll all year long.  This is Chauday's final year at Floyd Middle School and is certainly leaving on top of the charts! Her award was presented by Principal Teresa W. Hargrett.  We wish Chauday all the best as she takes her Rite of Passage into the halls of Osborne High School. We give an extra kuddos to the Saving Generations family, her mentor Tanya Edwards and Chauday's family & friends for being a great support system. WAY TO GO!