Dear Friends,
We are especially happy to welcome spring this year, as well as the hopefulness that grows along with the blossoms. We are also grateful for this community wherein we can continue to heal from the trauma of COVID and the recent violence that has impacted (and continues to impact) many of our communities.
Mental health is front and center for us. We are thrilled that:
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Our young scholars, staff, and volunteers are able to enjoy the peaceful, healing elements of the natural beauty at the Annapolis Maritime Museum Park during our weekly collaborative, after school program;
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Through our partnership with Arundel Lodge, our scholars are able to connect regularly with a trained counselor; and
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Our scholars from 2nd- 12th and beyond are building relationships with trusted adults, including staff and mentors, who provide ongoing guidance and encouragement.
Thank you for your continued support of our mission. We wish you a happy and healthy spring.
With best wishes,
Erin Snell, PhD
(she/her)
Executive Director
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We believe in the power of MENTOR relationships! Currently, 26 of our middle school, high school, and college scholars are matched with individual mentors. An additional match is about to be made, and four new mentors are active in our onboarding process. In the first photo above, you can see a group of mentors and mentees who were recently able to attend the MENTOR Maryland Elevate H.E.R. Conference. In the second photo, Linda Mundy, our Mentor Coordinator, received a proclamation issued by City of Annapolis Mayor Buckley announcing January as National Mentoring Month.
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Elementary
16 elementary students are engaged in weekly, evidence-based reading tutoring, trauma-informed activities, and child-led indoor and outdoor play.
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Middle School
14 middle school students are participating in our weekly after school program offered in partnership by Charting Careers and the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park.
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High School
Each Wednesday, 12 Annapolis High school scholars participate in the Inquiring Interns program to gain leadership, resume-building, and interview skills while also designing their own Career Networking event and an upcoming college tour.
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Dorothea Abrims, Community Navigation Specialist for the Woodside Gardens community, works with families in her neighborhood. She also ensures children in her neighborhood get on the school bus safely every morning with a positive mindset for the day. |
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Through our partnership with the families whose children participate in our longitudinal model and Community Hubs work, and in partnership with People Builders Consulting, Newtowne CDC, and Anne Arundel County Public Schools, over 50 Annapolis families are setting and working towards family goals!
These critical and effective family partnership services are resulting in:
(1) families getting connected with mental health services, (2) scholars receiving professional tutoring services to help them catch up academically after the impact of the pandemic, and (3) students receiving safe and free transportation to basketball practice.
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Annette Johnson, Education Coordinator |
Annette Johnson is a seasoned educator and has been an advocate for academic excellence for more than 15 years. She transitioned into the field of education as a second career and is dedicated to helping students thrive on their own terms. She has a wealth of experience with special needs students, has worked with underprivileged adults and children, and is passionate about motivating others.
Ms. Johnson has a BA degree in Human Relations and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Trinity College in Washington, D.C. Originally from New York, she is an avid Giants fan, a ”foodie” (her youngest is in culinary school), and loves all things aquatic (has 3 fish tanks). She is excited to be working at Charting Careers and helping transform lives.
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Katie Jackson, Administrative Support Specialist |
Katie Jackson is excited to join our team in the role of Administrative Support Specialist. She comes to us with over a decade of experience in various administrative and financial roles. She obtained her Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Development from Anne Arundel Community College. Katie takes pride in her ability to complete and streamline small day-to-day tasks in order to allow others to focus on the larger vision. She currently resides in Bowie with her husband, Bobby and their daughter, Stella. She enjoys anything outdoors, cooking new foods, and DIY home projects. She is looking forward to being a part of the Charting Careers Mission! |
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Jonathan Hill, Community Navigation Specialist & Scholar Support Specialist |
Jonathan Hill is delighted to come aboard our team as a Community Navigation Specialist & Scholar and Family Support Specialist. He has a history of Mentoring, Community Relations, and Family Development. He has certified training and experience in Responsible Parenting, Anger Resolution, and Blended Family Coaching, and is the author of “The Lost Basics of Parenting.” Jonathan strives to seek new and innovative strategies as well as historically useful techniques to benefit the development of youth, parents, and programming. Jonathan is a Washingtonian implant to Annapolis with his wife, Isis. He is a father of nine and grandfather of six children. Jonathan is also an avid fisherman and scenic outdoorsman. He is excited to join and learn with Charting Careers. |
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MENTOR ORIENTATIONS RUN MONTHLY!
Mentoring involves 3-8 hours a month of volunteerism. In order to ensure Charting Careers scholars receive the best mentors, we provide regular training, communications, and support to you! Please sign up here to find out more or email our Mentor Coordinator, Linda Mundy, for instructions on how to join this virtual informational session.
* Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) mentors are especially needed at this time*
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Thank You to Our Grantors and Corporate Sponsors
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Eastport Civic Association |
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Anne Arundel Women Giving Together |
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Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County |
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Crescent Cities Charities |
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Jerome and Grace Murray Foundation |
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William J. and Dorothy K. O'Neill Foundation |
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Rise Up Partners with Charting Careers
For every bag of Organic Maryland Blend coffee sold, Rise Up Coffee donates $1.00 to Charting Careers. Buy this delicious coffee at one of Rise Up's locations: Annapolis Market House, Parole Shopping Center, Mayo Road in Edgewater and the Bay Dale Shopping Center.
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