Missing Everyone!

You may have noticed that there haven't been any posts this week---that's because I'm on vacation with my family at the beach. I love spending quality time with my husband, kids and their friends. It has been a wonderful week!

But, it has been amazing to me that in the eight months that I've been a member of the BrightStone family, how much our students have come to mean to me. I've missed Big Mike giving me the thumbs up sign this week.....and Jenny announcing as she enters the building each morning "Jenny's Here!" signifying to all that the day can now begin!.......and Kelly M. throwing kisses.....and Jessica telling me she misses me......each and every day they bring blessings to my life!

Visit by Greyhounds

Yesterday, students were able to learn about the racing life of greyhound dogs! Charles and Roxie Marston brought two retired greyhounds to visit, Trixie and Libby. The students enjoyed walking and petting the dogs, who seemed to love all the attention! The pet therapy session was very informative and lots of fun!

Birthday Celebrations!

Today we celebrated not one, but two, birthdays! During morning snack, we wished our intern, Ms. Leslie, a very happy birthday. And during lunch, we shared cake and ice cream with Justin!

BrightStone featured in Today's Review Appeal

BrightStone recently celebrated National Volunteer Week with a luncheon to honor our volunteers. View this photo of Martha Oldham and story in today's issue of the Review Appeal under "Achievements".

BrightStone Featured in Franklin Life

See article and photo on page 10 of the June issue of Franklin Life regarding a $1000 contribution to BrightStone from the Battlefield Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America! http://c-dh.net/articles/2008/06/17/affiliate/franklinlife/news/09brightstone.txt

Ribbon Cutting for New Bus!

A few months ago during our Songwriters Night event, in the matter of only a few minutes, we held a special fundraising initiative and raised $60,000 for a new bus. Today, we held a ribbon cutting for this new bus! Even with the rain, several representatives from the Chamber of Commerce, parents, donors and friends visited to celebrate with BrightStone students.

Father's Day Presents

Over the past couple of weeks, BrightStone students have been busy preparing cakes or muffins for their dads for Fathers Day. They enjoyed working with Ms. Theresa in the kitchen to mix and then frost these special treats!

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!!!