The Center News

Volusia and Flagler county education leaders were honored at

the March 29th National Women's History Month luncheon

sponsored by the Center for Women and Men staff and Adviso-

ry Board. The event recognized five local women who have

made a difference in people’s lives. Sharing personal stories on

how education empowered them to be 21st century leaders were

Daytona State College President Carol Eaton, Stetson Universi-

ty President Wendy Libby, Bethune - Cookman University

President Trudie Kibbe Reed, Volusia County Schools Super-

intendent Margaret Smith, and Flagler County Schools Super-

intendent Janet Valentine.

This year’s national theme “Educating Women – Empowering

Women” was reinforced by the college presidents and superin-

tendents. Victoria Ehmen, co-chair of the Advisory Board,

summarized the speakers’ comments and was quoted in the

March 30 edition of the Daytona Beach News-Journal, "race,

gender, age and economic status no longer are a barrier to

achieving our goals, and

education lifts all of us."

Five students who had

participated in services

provided by the Center

were also recognized.

Jennifer Bagshaw and

Sarah Lower, who received assistance for child care, Joella

Cregger who completed the Fresh Start program, Trena Smith,

who received help from the New Directions program, and Ste-

ven Fetterolf, who received help from the Fresh Start for Men

program, were nominated by staff for their commitment to aca-

demic persistence and excellence.

National Women’s History Month Luncheon

Tim Dudkewic, owner of E’lan Hair Salon in Palm Coast, has

generously been donating small gift bags and certificates for a

free cut and style to graduates of the Fresh Start program at the

Flagler campus. “It’s a great way to boost self-confidence and

achieve a professional updated look for job interviews and em-

ployment.” he states. E’lan also donates a “complete makeo-

ver” to one participant in each Fresh Start graduating class who

refers the most women to the program for future classes. The

support of our community business partners is what contributes

to the success of our students transitioning into the workplace.

Hair Studio Donates Services to Graduates

A free self defense workshop was held on February 23, on the Daytona Campus. Charlie

and Tracy Vega’s Simple Self Defense for

Women seminar is designed to teach

“simple” techniques that allow you to escape an attack not stay and fight. Charlie has over

28 years of martial arts training, but decided with his wife to

use this training to assist women in feeling safe.

Simple Self Defense for Women

was open to Daytona State Col-

lege students, faculty and staff and

sponsored by The Center for

Women & Men and Student Ac-

tivities.

Simple Self Defense for Women

The Center for Women and Men Advisory Board

The Center for Women and Men – Name and Logo Change

The Women’s Center officially changed its named to The Center for Women

and Men. Our new name highlights the focus on assisting people who seek

our services. Our mission will continue as the Center promotes the achieve-

ment of educational, professional, and personal goals of a diverse student

population through the development and implementation of programs that provide flexible, individualized, and sup-

portive services.

Non-Profit Org.

U.S. Postage

PAID

Daytona Beach, FL

PERMIT NO. 322

A MEMBER OF THE FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE SYSTEM

Daytona State College assures equal opportunity in employment and education services to all individuals

without regard to race, sex, color, age, religion, disabil-ity, national origin, political affiliation or belief, or mar-

tial status.

Send your mailing list inquiries

to [email protected]

CCAMPIS

Summer applications available July 5

Fresh Start for Women Class

Daytona Beach Campus

July 9 — July 27

Aug.13 — Aug. 31

Deltona Campus

July 9 — July 27

Aug.13 — Aug. 31

Palm Coast Campus

July 9 — July 27

Aug.13 — Aug. 31

Lending Library

August 10 — Fall semester books due

New Directions

Fall applications available early July

Foundation Scholarships

Fall application deadline — July 13

CCAMPIS Individual Demonstrations Of Learning Successes (IDOLS) is de-

signed to promote parent and student

involvement in the classroom, while

supporting participation in the overall planning process of the child’s educa-

tion. Parents were encouraged to work

with their children in developing a per-formance to showcase the competencies

and skills they have learned while at-

tending day care.

Performances were reviewed by a panel

of judges with a chance to win prizes

for the most creative and age appropri-ate skill level. The grand prize winners

were Soren Norris who wowed the au-

dience with his in depth knowledge of dinosaurs and Jacob Henderson who

serenaded the ABC song. Each child

was given a certificate of participation and other educational materials. Soren

and Jacob were also given a Leap Frog

computer. For working with their chil-

dren to prepare for the event the parents were awarded one week free of daycare

expenses.

New Directions is assisting 25 students

enrolled in Associate of Science or Oc-

cupational Certificate programs for

summer semester. These students will

receive nearly $18,000 for educational

expenses which may include tuition,

books, and uniforms.

Due to recent changes in Financial Aid

disbursements, these students were

without adequate Pell grant to continue

their course study through the summer.

With the help of New Directions, fund-

ed by the Carl D. Perkins Vocational

and Technology Education Act, these

individuals will now be able to com-

plete their programs and graduate on

time.

Eligible recipients must maintain at

least a 2.5 GPA, demonstrate an unmet

financial need, have instructors com-

plete a mid-term grade review, and

meet with New Directions program

manager throughout the semester.

The Medical Assisting program had the

largest number of students receiving

help with ten. There were also five in

Dental Hygiene, three in Health Infor-

mation Management, two each in Law

Enforcement Recruit and Firefighter I,

and one each in Physical Therapy As-

sistant, Dental Assisting, and Practical

Nursing. Six of these students were in

non-traditional careers for their gender.

CCAMPIS Idols Program Information

The Clothes Closet offers interview-appropriate outfits for both our male and female students. We want to acknowledge and thank our donors who have contributed since our last newsletter. Please know your contin-

ued support makes this endeavor possible.

Private Donors 75 Individuals; 16 Anonymous

Special thanks to Joan Bockmiller for her recent donation of 2 garment racks purchased at a liquidation .

Public Donors AAUW

International Association of Administrative Professionals

Office of State Representative, Dorothy Hukill Port Orange Chamber of Commerce

South Daytona Chamber of Commerce

Wish List We accept all business clothing and accessory donations for women and men; listed below are specific items that would be welcomed additions.

Women’s Plus Size Clothing

Medical Scrubs

Jewelry (and watches), Purses, Shoes—hard items to keep in stock

Donations can be dropped off in the Center for Women and Men Offices on the Daytona Beach campus in

Building 100, Room 218. If assistance is needed at your car please call 506-3068 and a staff member will be happy to assist!

Clothes Closet Update

New Directions

May 21

Summer Classes Begin

June 6

Advisory Board Meeting

June 20

Ice Cream Scholarship Fundraiser

July 4

College Closed

Fourth of July Holiday

July 11

Advisory Board Meeting

August 20

Fall Classes Begin

Kristle Castillo reflects on her experience with the Center

for Women and Men: “When I found out that I would not be

receiving financial aid for the summer of 2012, I honestly did

not know what I was going to do. I thought that I was going to receive aid throughout my whole program, which ends in

the summer. I started to try and save up as much money as I

can, but with just my husband supporting us it was very hard. I was actually thinking about taking my summer class next year because I

would not be able to save up enough money.

Things changed when my teacher came into class one day and told us that there was financial assistance available from “The New Directions Program”. I was

familiar with the Women’s Center in Daytona State because I have been in-

volved with the CCAMPIS program since August of 2011. They have been helping me with child care for my daughter. And since they have played such a

positive role in my education I figured why not try for New Directions as well.

Getting that phone call from New Directions, telling me that I received the

funding for my externship was the best feeling ever. I can honestly say that

without the CCAMPIS program or New Directions, I would not be where I am

today, on the last semester of my Medical Assisting Program and graduating in May 2012. Not being able to pay for college or if you need some assistance

with childcare can stop a lot of people from continuing their education, but

thanks to the CCAMPIS and New Directions programs they help you achieve your goals in life.”

Students Continue to Succeed

Trena Smith received New Directions assistance for

tuition and books in 2011.

In March of 2011, Trena suddenly lost her job of 12 years.

With a young daughter to support and difficulty finding

work, she was concerned for her future. She had always

enjoyed helping others, having participated in many chari-

ty events throughout her life, so she decided to enroll in

the Emergency Medical Technician and Firefighter pro-

gram at Daytona State College in summer of 2011. She completed the EMT

classes with a 3.36 GPA, however the Firefighter school was much more de-

manding.

As a non-traditional female student in a career field of most-

ly men, Trena was challenged daily. Training included run-

ning up stairs, climbing ladders, carrying 175 lb. weights,

crawling through dark narrow tunnels, moving through

smoke and heat, and completing a timed run. Of the 34 stu-

dents in her class, only 16 graduated, and of the 4 women

who began the program, Trena was the only one to finish. She recently at-

tained her next goal by passing her state exam, and is now a Florida certified

firefighter.

Bridge to Opportunities

CCAMPIS

Summer applications available July 5

Fresh Start for Women Class

Daytona Beach Campus

July 9 — July 27

Aug.13 — Aug. 31

Deltona Campus

July 9 — July 27

Aug.13 — Aug. 31

Palm Coast Campus

July 9 — July 27

Aug.13 — Aug. 31

Lending Library

August 10 — Fall semester books due

New Directions

Fall applications available early July

Foundation Scholarships

Fall application deadline — July 13

CCAMPIS Individual Demonstrations Of Learning Successes (IDOLS) is de-

signed to promote parent and student

involvement in the classroom, while

supporting participation in the overall planning process of the child’s educa-

tion. Parents were encouraged to work

with their children in developing a per-formance to showcase the competencies

and skills they have learned while at-

tending day care.

Performances were reviewed by a panel

of judges with a chance to win prizes

for the most creative and age appropri-ate skill level. The grand prize winners

were Soren Norris who wowed the au-

dience with his in depth knowledge of dinosaurs and Jacob Henderson who

serenaded the ABC song. Each child

was given a certificate of participation and other educational materials. Soren

and Jacob were also given a Leap Frog

computer. For working with their chil-

dren to prepare for the event the parents were awarded one week free of daycare

expenses.

New Directions is assisting 25 students

enrolled in Associate of Science or Oc-

cupational Certificate programs for

summer semester. These students will

receive nearly $18,000 for educational

expenses which may include tuition,

books, and uniforms.

Due to recent changes in Financial Aid

disbursements, these students were

without adequate Pell grant to continue

their course study through the summer.

With the help of New Directions, fund-

ed by the Carl D. Perkins Vocational

and Technology Education Act, these

individuals will now be able to com-

plete their programs and graduate on

time.

Eligible recipients must maintain at

least a 2.5 GPA, demonstrate an unmet

financial need, have instructors com-

plete a mid-term grade review, and

meet with New Directions program

manager throughout the semester.

The Medical Assisting program had the

largest number of students receiving

help with ten. There were also five in

Dental Hygiene, three in Health Infor-

mation Management, two each in Law

Enforcement Recruit and Firefighter I,

and one each in Physical Therapy As-

sistant, Dental Assisting, and Practical

Nursing. Six of these students were in

non-traditional careers for their gender.

CCAMPIS Idols Program Information

The Clothes Closet offers interview-appropriate outfits for both our male and female students. We want to acknowledge and thank our donors who have contributed since our last newsletter. Please know your contin-

ued support makes this endeavor possible.

Private Donors 75 Individuals; 16 Anonymous

Special thanks to Joan Bockmiller for her recent donation of 2 garment racks purchased at a liquidation .

Public Donors AAUW

International Association of Administrative Professionals

Office of State Representative, Dorothy Hukill Port Orange Chamber of Commerce

South Daytona Chamber of Commerce

Wish List We accept all business clothing and accessory donations for women and men; listed below are specific items that would be welcomed additions.

Women’s Plus Size Clothing

Medical Scrubs

Jewelry (and watches), Purses, Shoes—hard items to keep in stock

Donations can be dropped off in the Center for Women and Men Offices on the Daytona Beach campus in

Building 100, Room 218. If assistance is needed at your car please call 506-3068 and a staff member will be happy to assist!

Clothes Closet Update

New Directions

May 21

Summer Classes Begin

June 6

Advisory Board Meeting

June 20

Ice Cream Scholarship Fundraiser

July 4

College Closed

Fourth of July Holiday

July 11

Advisory Board Meeting

August 20

Fall Classes Begin

Kristle Castillo reflects on her experience with the Center

for Women and Men: “When I found out that I would not be

receiving financial aid for the summer of 2012, I honestly did

not know what I was going to do. I thought that I was going to receive aid throughout my whole program, which ends in

the summer. I started to try and save up as much money as I

can, but with just my husband supporting us it was very hard. I was actually thinking about taking my summer class next year because I

would not be able to save up enough money.

Things changed when my teacher came into class one day and told us that there was financial assistance available from “The New Directions Program”. I was

familiar with the Women’s Center in Daytona State because I have been in-

volved with the CCAMPIS program since August of 2011. They have been helping me with child care for my daughter. And since they have played such a

positive role in my education I figured why not try for New Directions as well.

Getting that phone call from New Directions, telling me that I received the

funding for my externship was the best feeling ever. I can honestly say that

without the CCAMPIS program or New Directions, I would not be where I am

today, on the last semester of my Medical Assisting Program and graduating in May 2012. Not being able to pay for college or if you need some assistance

with childcare can stop a lot of people from continuing their education, but

thanks to the CCAMPIS and New Directions programs they help you achieve your goals in life.”

Students Continue to Succeed

Trena Smith received New Directions assistance for

tuition and books in 2011.

In March of 2011, Trena suddenly lost her job of 12 years.

With a young daughter to support and difficulty finding

work, she was concerned for her future. She had always

enjoyed helping others, having participated in many chari-

ty events throughout her life, so she decided to enroll in

the Emergency Medical Technician and Firefighter pro-

gram at Daytona State College in summer of 2011. She completed the EMT

classes with a 3.36 GPA, however the Firefighter school was much more de-

manding.

As a non-traditional female student in a career field of most-

ly men, Trena was challenged daily. Training included run-

ning up stairs, climbing ladders, carrying 175 lb. weights,

crawling through dark narrow tunnels, moving through

smoke and heat, and completing a timed run. Of the 34 stu-

dents in her class, only 16 graduated, and of the 4 women

who began the program, Trena was the only one to finish. She recently at-

tained her next goal by passing her state exam, and is now a Florida certified

firefighter.

Bridge to Opportunities

Volusia and Flagler county education leaders were honored at

the March 29th National Women's History Month luncheon

sponsored by the Center for Women and Men staff and Adviso-

ry Board. The event recognized five local women who have

made a difference in people’s lives. Sharing personal stories on

how education empowered them to be 21st century leaders were

Daytona State College President Carol Eaton, Stetson Universi-

ty President Wendy Libby, Bethune - Cookman University

President Trudie Kibbe Reed, Volusia County Schools Super-

intendent Margaret Smith, and Flagler County Schools Super-

intendent Janet Valentine.

This year’s national theme “Educating Women – Empowering

Women” was reinforced by the college presidents and superin-

tendents. Victoria Ehmen, co-chair of the Advisory Board,

summarized the speakers’ comments and was quoted in the

March 30 edition of the Daytona Beach News-Journal, "race,

gender, age and economic status no longer are a barrier to

achieving our goals, and

education lifts all of us."

Five students who had

participated in services

provided by the Center

were also recognized.

Jennifer Bagshaw and

Sarah Lower, who received assistance for child care, Joella

Cregger who completed the Fresh Start program, Trena Smith,

who received help from the New Directions program, and Ste-

ven Fetterolf, who received help from the Fresh Start for Men

program, were nominated by staff for their commitment to aca-

demic persistence and excellence.

National Women’s History Month Luncheon

Tim Dudkewic, owner of E’lan Hair Salon in Palm Coast, has

generously been donating small gift bags and certificates for a

free cut and style to graduates of the Fresh Start program at the

Flagler campus. “It’s a great way to boost self-confidence and

achieve a professional updated look for job interviews and em-

ployment.” he states. E’lan also donates a “complete makeo-

ver” to one participant in each Fresh Start graduating class who

refers the most women to the program for future classes. The

support of our community business partners is what contributes

to the success of our students transitioning into the workplace.

Hair Studio Donates Services to Graduates

A free self defense workshop was held on February 23, on the Daytona Campus. Charlie

and Tracy Vega’s Simple Self Defense for

Women seminar is designed to teach

“simple” techniques that allow you to escape an attack not stay and fight. Charlie has over

28 years of martial arts training, but decided with his wife to

use this training to assist women in feeling safe.

Simple Self Defense for Women

was open to Daytona State Col-

lege students, faculty and staff and

sponsored by The Center for

Women & Men and Student Ac-

tivities.

Simple Self Defense for Women

The Center for Women and Men Advisory Board

The Center for Women and Men – Name and Logo Change

The Women’s Center officially changed its named to The Center for Women

and Men. Our new name highlights the focus on assisting people who seek

our services. Our mission will continue as the Center promotes the achieve-

ment of educational, professional, and personal goals of a diverse student

population through the development and implementation of programs that provide flexible, individualized, and sup-

portive services.

Non-Profit Org.

U.S. Postage

PAID

Daytona Beach, FL

PERMIT NO. 322

A MEMBER OF THE FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE SYSTEM

Daytona State College assures equal opportunity in employment and education services to all individuals

without regard to race, sex, color, age, religion, disabil-ity, national origin, political affiliation or belief, or mar-

tial status.

Send your mailing list inquiries

to [email protected]