Ingham Academy is an alternative high school in Lansing that gives youth involved in the court system a chance to earn a diploma while learning necessary life skills. It is…
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My Family Always Had To Struggle
“I’m looking forward to a better life. My family has always had to struggle for food, a place to live...everything.” - Helana Helana used to doubt her potential. She…
Chelsea Earns Success With Your Support
When Chelsea got expelled from school in the seventh grade, she didn’t know what would happen. She couldn’t get into another school; she had been expelled or suspended for…
Steve Helps Kids Become Successful Adults
When a friend suggested that Steve Swart disc jockey a talent show at Highfields, he wasn’t sure it was something he wanted to do. He had never worked with…
Ingham County Judge Finds Inspiration
Judge Janelle Lawless likes assisting people. Her favorite part of her job as Chief Judge of the Ingham County Circuit Court is her ability to help families change for the…
Shilynn Builds a Brighter Future
Shilynn is a good student. She gets all As and Bs, holds two jobs and her smile doubles in size when she thinks about her future. But a year…
Judge Garcia Gives Leigha a Second Chance
Leigha knew she could talk to her mom about anything. But, at age 15, when she told her mom that she drank, smoked marijuana and skipped school, her mother…
The Reason We Come to Work
Dustin didn't like to go to school. He didn't like to be at home. He fought at school, argued at home and was starting to get involved with gang-related…