During my time at George Junior Republic, I have served in a variety of roles—including Recreation Supervisor, Clinical Manager, Case Manager, Residential Manager, and currently as a Campus Supervisor. Throughout these years, I have witnessed many staff members come and go; some have left a particularly lasting impression on me through their positive, transformative interactions with the youth we serve.

When the CARE model was first introduced on campus, I shared the skepticism of many colleagues, questioning how an approach without traditional consequences could be effective. However, becoming a CARE Educator in 2021 profoundly changed my perspective. Over time, I have seen firsthand how consistently applying CARE principles leads to meaningful change.

As the first female Campus Supervisor, I have had the privilege of building strong developmental relationships with both youth and staff across campus over the past three years. I have worked to integrate CARE principles and practices into the Campus Supervisor team and, more recently, into our Secure Detention program.

I firmly believe that if we continue to embrace this shift in mindset—acting with integrity and always prioritizing the best interests of the children—we will remain a successful, impactful agency for years to come.