In the Spotlight: Evelyn Vargas

As the first of many college announcements that will be posted here this year, Evelyn Vargas has gone "early decision" with Southern Connecticut State University for the 2016-2017 year, Class of 2020.  The Daedream Family congratulates Evelyn on this recent achievement.

Evelyn is currently a senior at Career Regional High School in New Haven.  She is also part of New Haven Promise, and will be attending SCSU to being a program in Social Work, or some other youth-related career path.

She credits Daedream for showing her "my passion for helping other and working with younger kids."



But does college entrance always equal good-bye for the Daedream mentors?  Now an amazingly cohesive group of hard-working young adults dedicated to the arts and the benefit of the students they mentor, it's hard to imagine that cadre being separated.  According to Evelyn,that won't fully happen, as she plans, additional to college sophomore and eldest member, Torey Robinson, to continue working in the program as much as possible during college.  On this note, Ben Croll, the Technical Director, is also a college sophomore who returns to assist with the program.  The mentors are always welcome to continue working in the program for as long as they choose.

Evelyn has been with Daedream since she was in second grade, taking a one-year hiatus.  Since then, she has spent tireless hours working as a participant, performer, and later, Student Administrative Director of the program.  This is a ten-year span of time, and of that, she says, "Daedream has been a part of my life for 10 years now . Most people would say wow 10 years? Do you ever get annoyed? No, I haven't, because when you really like something, you put your all into it. It takes dedication and love. Daedream has shown me what a true family is. I love my peers that I work with. Each individual is amazing in their own way. I've also learned how to be responsible in life and how to make wiser decisions." 

She also added,"And thank you to Ms. Francis for being such a big support in my life through out the years.  I LOVE HER SO MUCH!!"

We will continue to post these notices as they occur!  Until then, put on your dancing shoes and stick with us until our next performance slated for June of 2016. 

In the Spotlight: MERCY YALARTAI

We're proud of MERCY YALARTAI.....Daedream alumn and production consultant, who is currently a transferring college student at The University of Connecticut on the STORRS CAMPUS!!! So very proud of her achievements. A credit to the NHPS teachers, community, and of course, to her Daedream Team! Great work!

Mercy is a graduate of Mauro-Sheridan Interdistrict Magnet School, Metropolitan Business Academy in New Haven, and a transfer student from Sacred Heart University.  She plans to study abroad within the next two years, and to join the Peace Corps upon graduating from UCONN before pursuing a career in International Law/Journalism.

Mercy has been a participant and mentor in the Daedream program since the Fall of 2009.  Each year, she returns on college breaks and during our production season to assist with programming for the youth involved.

Last year, Mercy was stage prompter and tech advisor for the production, "A Year in A Life."  Prior to this, she was a mentor and student support person for the program.  

We all wish her the best of luck and success with her new endeavors and hope to see her back for our upcoming performance, "The Reel Stuff," slated for early June 2016.  

Of Daedream's role in her life, she says, "Daedream has been the greatest support system for me throughout my entire academic career. It is a place that I can seek for shelter and a sense of home, when the world I face is no longer familiar to me. It has made stronger as a person and has helped me grow. Whenever I am in need, whatever the situation may be, Mrs. F has been there for me in every capacity and I am thankful to her and this great program."

We'll keep you up to date on Mercy's successes as she continues her academic career at UCONN.  Go Huskies!

Evelyn's Capstone

My name is Evelyn Vargas . I am a senior at Career High School and also a mentor at DaeDream. I would really appreciate if you take the time to review this video I have created. I decided to create these interviews because I think its important for people to know how others feel about Daedream and how its impacted their lives.

https://www.facebook.com/daedreamnh/videos/1253055284721447/?fref=nf

DAEDREAM SATURDAY SCHEDULE

REMINDER

REMINDER: No Daedream for blue shirts and red shirts this week. The mentors and choreography team will be working to complete our goals to prepare for the Spring Production, "The Reel Stuff."

Blue shirts who are not on the choreography team will begin again on Tues. Jan 12. Red shirts will begin again on Thursday, Jan. 14!

There is a rehearsal scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 9. More details will follow via blog/phone/email/Facebook and notices

More on the holiday hiatus can be found here:

http://daedreamnh.blogspot.com/2015/12/holiday-haitus.html

Also check students' bags for notes and check emails and blog for more info.