Western KY Correctional Complex Becomes Latest Collaborative Partner with Family First

 

  The Kentucky Family Resource and Youth Services Centers were established as a component of the historic Kentucky Education Reform Act (KERA) of 1990. The mission of these school-based centers is to help academically at-risk students succeed in school by helping to minimize or eliminate nonacademic barriers to learning.   

 Family First is the unique name that identifies the Family Resource and Youth Services Center in Livingston County.  The name Family First also encompasses the Community Education initiative that recognizes the importance of engaging the community in education.  Family First is strengthened by community partnerships in their ability to provide a unique blend of vital programs, services and referrals to students and their families. These partnerships are critical for the efforts on behalf of students. 

The Western Kentucky Correctional Complex was able to donate $2454.00 to Livingston County Family First. Correctional Unit Administrator Leigh Ann Duncan coordinated the fund raising efforts by setting up special hygiene sales to the inmate population.  Warden Bryan Henson stated “We are always glad to be a support to programs such as Family First while at the same time giving the Inmates an opportunity to give back to those who truly need assistance.”  According to Family First Director, Stephanie Henson, “This amount of money can go a long way in meeting the needs of our students.”

Family First continually strives to develop new community partnerships and is very thankful for the Western Kentucky Correctional Complex for financially supporting the projects and programs impacting the families and students of Livingston County.  If you are part of a group or organization who would like to get involved with our community efforts, please contact Stephanie Henson at 270-928-4768 or e-mail stephanie.henson@livingston.kyschools.us .  Your partnership would be greatly appreciated.