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Dec 11 | Snow in Houston?
Ok. Yesterday was really special. My middle child on Monday (celebrating her birthday early because of family travel plans) prayed that it would snow for the holidays, and I, minister/parent thought, "It's Houston!!!"
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So yesterday, I was broken and almost overcome seeing snow in Houston (a nice flurry too), and it really caused me to look at the situations we face everyday. Many of us face frustrations on our jobs, and I can't tell you how many, Elementary, Middle School, Junior High and High School students and parents that I have talked to who find them selves feeling just like I did in regards to the prayer for it to snow in Houston saying, "It's Me!!!!" “I have always struggled in this class.” “I failed the last two six weeks.” “I am lost and not capable of keeping up.” “I don’t know if there is any hope for my child.” “I was bad in math, and my child is just like me.”
I listen to parent after parent crying out for help and in the same breath doubting that things will change. Well yesterday proved something. When we ask, trust, and believe; things can and will happen. Most of what we miss out on is because we doubt and assume that things will never change. Things can change! It doesn't take long. All we have to do is to believe.
It is my hope and prayer, that we will take 2009 by storm. Even though our student are currently struggling, I believe that with a little help they can pass the TAKS tests, maintain their AP and K level Status, continue to excel in the Gifted and Talented programs, master the Horizons program, graduate in the top 10% of their class, obtain SAT and ACT scores high enough to get scholarships and entrance into the school of our choice, and be the most polished Home School Student to enter into college.
With one week left in the year, we must approach 2009 not focused on the past or carrying last years doubts, but determined to work hard, with the right attitude, knowing that all things are possible, to him that believe.
Let's keep working hard!!! It can and will happen!
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Meet Johnny & Quinita Ogletree | Owners
Johnny grew up in Houston and there after receiving his graduate degree. He has spent time working with and serving families and children for over nine years, as a mentor, family therapist, and substitute teacher. Johnny earned a B.S. in Political Science and Master of Divinity at Samuel D. Proctor School of Theology. He has spent most of his time working in the community as a role model and mentor and has worked as the Pastor of Community Life for over five years. Currently working as Teen Pastor there, Johnny has a heart for children and enjoys seeing them excel and reach their full potential.
Quinita attended Virginia Union University under a Presidential Scholar Award and obtained a B.A. in Psychology and Master of Divinity from the Samuel D. Proctor School of Theology. She has recently completed work on her second Masters degree from University of Houston in Educational Psychology, and is now enrolled at Texas A & M in pursuit of her Doctorate. Quinita hails from a family of educators who have served the public for over 30 years. Quinita has worked in the field of education for over eight years, as an Assistant Director of Preschool and Christian Academy; teacher at a NAEYC accredited school, tutor, and nanny. She is a life-long learner, who is interested in seeing children enjoy excelling academically while pursing scholarly endeavors. She is passionate about equipping children with educational skills that will transform their lives and prepare them for a rewarding career. Her job requires her to develop and implement an after-school program and supervise a staff and deal directly with parents and student of all ages.