Monroe Housing Authority

??Attention Burg Jones Plaza families! We invite all students, parents, & families of Burg Jones Plaza to join us for FAMILY DINNER! ???????? ??????This is a unique experience where we will share a Community Meal with our students to provide encouragement and motivation for this school year. Superintendant Sam Moore and his Administrative Team will join us and educate our families on ways to help our children succeed! ????????Our delicious FAMILY DINNER will be catered by Kitchen Cooking, the pink food truck! ??Parents, please bring your students and have FAMILY DINNER with us!

We are excited to share that Shelva Thomas, M.S. LHRD, DEI, PHS, Chief Deputy Director and People Officer, was honored by Family Development Enterprise, Inc. for her unwavering dedication and exceptional contributions to the mission and vision of their Teen Empowerment Program. Ms. Thomas played an integral role by coordinating and sharing with the youth and young adults of MHA, and the surrounding communities to ensure our children received invaluable life skills that will help lead to greater educational, health, and workforce outcomes. Ms. Thomas has made a profound impact on countless lives and along with Family Development Enterprise, Inc, Monroe Housing Authority is thankful for Ms. Thomas’ inspiring leadership and commitment!

??MHA’s Literacy and Poetry Workshop facilitated by Jamie Mayes Consulting ended this week with a spectacular showcase and awards program! ?? A special “Thank You” to our moms and families that attended the showcase, to Jamie Mayes for your dedication to our children, the Carmell Hill Fund for donating books and backpacks, and the Well Church for donating food boxes for our families. ??At MHA Literacy is a priority because it empowers individuals to read, write, and communicate effectively. In Louisiana, literacy is especially important due to its impact on educational outcomes. If third graders in Louisiana do not pass the state reading test, several actions and interventions may be implemented including retention, summer school, parent teacher meetings, and intervention programs. ??Lastly improved literacy skills support better health outcomes, informed civic participation, and the ability to navigate social and economic systems effectively.

??In partnership Family Development Enterprise, Inc, and Monroe City Schools, we were delighted to have Dr. Brian Bush, Director of Child Welfare and Attendance join JOHNSON CARVER’s Teen Empowerment Workshop. Dr. Bush motivated students to set goals and make sound decisions to achieve their aspirations. We appreciate Dr. Bush's commitment to the families of MHA. #greatthingsarehappeningatmha??????

??????????THRIVE Health and Wellness facilitates by New Thinking No Excuses presented nutritional demonstrations this week at JOHNSON CARVER, offering delicious fruit smoothies. ??????????Our attendees included individuals of all ages, who gained valuable insight into the advantages of incorporating fruit smoothies into their diet and had the opportunity to win prizes. ??????????Fruit smoothies are a nutritious option for reducing calorie and processed food intake, as well as sugar and fat content. We invite you to live well with us!

??????FOSTER HEIGHTS BOOK BAG BONANZA! ??????What a wonderful day we had to celebrate the children of Foster Heights! ??????Over one hundred children received a clear book bag filled with school supplies! ??????We are extremely grateful to provide our residents with tools and resources that build strong communities one home, one family at a time!

??MHA’s Literacy and Poetry Workshop facilitated by Jamie Mayes Educational Consulting had an exciting start today with 29 participants! All family communities are invited to participate in this two-week workshop! If you live at MILLER SQUARE, ROBINSON PLACE, BURG JONES PLAZA, FOSTER HEIGHTS, JOHNSON CARVER, or LOCK-BREECE you are eligible to participate! We hope to see you there! ??????????????????????????????????

??Foster Heights, in collaboration with Family Development Enterprise Inc. and Mount Olivet Missionary Baptist Church, recently hosted a workshop on teen empowerment for 42 local teenagers ages 12-19. ??The event focused on healthy relationships, effective communication, personality styles, and self-love, and participants were compensated for their time. ??This initiative is an excellent way to prepare our young adults for the upcoming school year! ??We extend our gratitude to Property Manager Sharon Collins, Youth Director Sandra Ward, ROSS Coordinator Dr. Shelia Fobbs, and Executive Director Dr. Lula Williams for organizing this event and serving our community.??#greatthingsarehappeningatMHA

Robinson Place enjoyed a peaceful and Zen-like experience during their THRIVE Yoga Session! Exciting developments sre happening at MHA! Come join us at our next THRIVE Health and Wellness Session in your community!