Happy Birthdays
Notables

Sanaja – received all A's and B’s on her final report card! She graduated with better than average grades in three classes. She will be spending time in parks, and helping her mother taking care of the elderly. She participates in a reading program at the library and has to read one book per week. She will be spending time with her grandmother and great grandmother. The family has plans to attend the IMAX Theater, Zoo, Aquarium, Botanical gardens, and hopefully Carlsbad Caverns. She is anticipating the arrival of two new cousins, one in August and September.

Aleisha –  attended VBS and the NHDA youth breakfast on June 5th. She has been swimming, to the movies, and went to a sleepover. Aleisha will be attending basketball camp from June 3rd –  June 26th.  She will be doing two camps a day for a week! Volley ball camp will be June 23rd – June 27th. Saturday mornings for the month of June she is participating in the Hands on Minds Science Camp sponsored by Sandia Labs. On June 14th she went on a tour of the machining area in the labs. She made the honor roll for her entire eight grade year and all of middle school!  Next year she will attend Manzano High School. Her sister moved to Scottsdale, Arizona and Aleisha will be going to visit her July 16th – July 26th.

Thomas –  is interviewing for jobs. He worked the APS track meets as a helper and made a little money. He attended the New Hope District Association meetings and VBS. He has been working also with a math tutor to better his skills.  He attended Digital Arts and Technology Academy (DATA) and received a certificate for most improved in computers (MCAD)!

D’Angelo – received good grades on his report card. He will be going to the 2nd grade at Painted Sky ES. He was awarded “Best Smile” at his school! He attends day care during the day. He is working hard on his boxing and Tai Chi! He and his family will be going to Tucson July 4th for a week.

Bobby – Bobby is volunteering at the library for a couple hours per day.  

Chris – Chris is playing soccer. He attended VBS and the New Hope District Annual Session.

Jasmine – Jasmine enjoyed VBS “Long, but good”. She said the picnic was good but she had to do a lot of work. Congratulations to her for being elected Treasurer for the New Hope District Association Youth Department!! She is on a  job search until she leaves for her vacation. Jaz is going to Las Vegas, Nevada on July 15^th with her family.

Christian – is also playing soccer. He attended the New Hope district Annual session and VBS as well.

Daneyah's -  last T-ball game is June 21^st. She is attending summer camp at Hope Christian. She will be going to Six Flags amusement park in Texas and New Orleans, Louisiana to visit relatives.  

Dejha – is attending the Gene Bell Community Center for the summer. She enjoyed VBS and had a lot of fun. She and her family will be going to Carlsbad Caverns July 18^th – July 20^th. Watch for bats! She will be going into the second grade at Hodgins ES this fall.

Jamie – received good grades to close out the year. He will be entering  7^th grade this fall at Truman MS. He will going to Las Vegas, Nevada on vacation  July 15^th.

Paris – is attending the Albquerque Academy for their summer program. She went to Camp Patten with New Hope District Association on June 3^rd.

Raymond's – last T-ball game  is June 21^st. He and his family will be going to Six Flags amusement park in Texas and New Orleans, Louisiana to visit family.

Notables cont'd.

Tajha – is also attending Gene Bell Community Center. She made the honor roll and will be going to the 6^th grade at McKinley MS this fall. Tahja and her family will be going to Carlsbad Caverns from July 18^th – 20^th.

Dynasty – is studying over the summer. She will be going to the 4^th grade at Painted Sky ES this fall. Dynasty and her family will be going to Tucson, Arizona July 4^th for a week. She plans to join a dance class this year. She attends day care during the day.

Samaya – did well in kindergarten and is going to first grade. Samaya participates in a summer reading program at the library where she has to read a book per week. She, her sister Sanaja and family have lot of plans for the summer. She is going to be very busy!

MOMBC Youth Department – The youth will be taking off for the summer. They will only meet once a month on the Wednesday before second Sunday for choir practice.

Father’s Day – Fathers/men were treated to a small skit during morning service from Brother Scott Carreathers and his family. They were helped by Sister Brenda Clayton, Jasmine and Aleisha. The Mission sisters (and other women) served them dinner fit for a king along with some gifts! Sister Danielle Green and children from children’s church did a skit as well. The day was great for our men! Mount Olive dads are winners!

How blessed are the children

Who in their fathers see

The tender Father – love of God,

VBS –Vacation Bible School was a huge success.” Around the campfire with Jesus” was a great lesson for us all! The crafts were a lot of fun! The culminating picnic on Saturday was great! Food and fun for all!

 New Hope District Association Annual Session held June 2^{nd -} 6^th at Antioch Baptist Church went well.  Youth night was great. Tuesday they went to Camp Patten. The youth breakfast on Thursday was good, just had to get up really early! James, Thomas, Jasmine, Christian, and Christopher attended every day. Paris and Alesiha went for a specific event. Jasmine Billings was elected an officer in the Youth Department, Treasurer.

 Daily Living Skills-“My Plan for my success” - directed by Sis. Angela Beachem, she will take a break for the summer months and resume on the third Wednesday in September. Let’s come back and be ready to work!

Summer safety tips:

Wear lightweight, light colored clothing

Wear wide brimmed hat

Apply sunscreen with SPF of at least 15 or higher with UVA and UVB protection

Avoid the heat between 10am and 4pm

Drink lots of water (8 glasses) or juice

Avoid drinks with caffeine or sugar

Eat lots of fruits and vegetables

Practice safe swimming (never alone)

Have a safe summer

 Read, Read, Read!!!