From an overnight retreat to STEM experiences.....

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From the wind tunnel at the Maryland Science Museum to an overnight retreat in the woods, math and science classes at Montgomery College or their first amusement park ride, it was an Alternative Spring Break to remember. More than 400 Identity youth worked on new skills, made new friends and had totally new adventures. READ MORE ([link removed])
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A Transformational Moment (for Identity)
On April 1st, we launched the public phase of Identity's Transformational Campaign to support ambitious growth and innovation to increase our impact, meet our infrastructure needs and guarantee our viability in the event of a crisis. Different from giving to a traditional capital campaign, we are asking you to help expand our most effective programs, innovate new programs in response to emerging concerns and renovate a new headquarters and community center that offers easy access to support and a sense of belonging for all. Join us in this transformational moment! ([link removed])
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Youth Lead Summit for Newly Arrived Teens
One hundred and thirty-seven immigrant teens left the fifth Newcomer Summit/Cumbre with new friends, a feeling of belonging and connections to organizations and resources that can help them realize their dreams. Much of the Cumbre was facilitated by youth who have been in the community a little longer and are now trained to facilitate dialogue circles. Read More... ([link removed])
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UMD and Identity Partner on Substance Use Report
Focus groups of Latino teens, parents and educators reveal a troubling disconnect between the scope of the teen substance use problem and the tools to properly address it. The Needs Assessment, carried out in partnership with Dr. Amy Lewin and Dr. Kevin Roy of the University of Maryland School of Public Health, found both parents and youth desperately want more information from trusted sources. Read the full report here ([link removed]) . Read WTOP ([link removed]) and MoCo360 ([link removed]) Coverage.

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Program Director Honored
Identity Program Director Carolyn Camacho was recently honored by the City of Gaithersburg with the “Distinguished Friend Award”. Carolyn’s special touch and innovations are all over Identity. She truly believes that, given the opportunity, solutions lie within the community, as she demonstrated with the innovative Encuentros non-clinical emotional support groups created by the community for the community. Congratulations Carolyn!
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Do More 24 for School Supplies
Watch this space for volunteer and school supply donation information on our 4th Annual Backpack Drive to ensure Identity students have the tools to hit the ground running when the new school year starts. We will dedicate all donations received during Do More 24 (May 15th) to the Backpack Drive.

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