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Stephanie Kimberling

Cassandra has a gentle and sweet disposition and is very thoughtful towards other individuals.  You can tell athleticism comes naturally to Cassandra when she is shooting hoops.  As she continues to grow taller she is becoming an outstanding basketball player.  She puts a lot of effort into whatever she is doing and is a very helpful individual to those who need it. She enjoys art and considers herself to be an artist. Cassandra struggles with reading and writing however is determined to become better at both skills. 

Jean is outgoing, smart and easy to get along with. She enjoys trying new things and is not afraid to meet new people. Jean likes athletics including swimming and outdoor activities. Jean was described by a friend as the “girl next door" and "the all-American girl."  Outspoken is a good word to describe Jean as she often speaks her mind without hesitation.   She is much like her sister in that she is very helpful.  Jean enjoys cooking and is also a very imaginative individual who loves to tell stories. 

This vivacious duo is need of their permanent, committed, loving home.  They will do well in a family who can provide structure and devote the attention that they need.  They need a family who can stimulate their education and is willing to work with the education system.  

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Charlie, a sweet and loving young boy, would love to have a family. Charlie enjoys the outdoors and keeping active. He likes football and has said many times that he would “like to have a dad that will play football” with him. He enjoys music and dancing. Architecture and drawing also interests Charlie, and he has been working on many designs. He does well in classes. Charlie is fun and has a great relationship with his classmates and teacher. Charlie is an articulate child and is mature for his age. Charlie would do well with a couple or a single male parent. He would do better in a home with few or no children as he needs one-on-one attention.

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Sarah Pfeiffer

Chavon is dynamic and a charmer.

I want a family who loves me no matter what.

Witty, bubbly and outspoken are three words that best describe Chavon. Chavon is a lovable young lady who is reaching out for a loving home. Chavon has faced many challenges in her life, including being separated from her family. She still holds a strong attachment to her siblings and needs a home that will allow her to maintain contact with her sister.

Chavon has a great talent for dancing and singing. She is a "natural" when it comes to music and would enjoy vocal and piano lessons. Chavon is known for breaking out in dance around the house and would enjoy a home that would encourage her talents.

Chavon is intelligent and witty. She enjoys people who can joke and play with her. She would do best in a family who would not be too authoritarian with her but would be willing to parent Chavon with humor.

Chavon is a "survivor" who can be described as a mixture of politeness and outspokenness. She enjoys an active environment in which she can be encouraged to be herself.

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Charles Kay Jr.

Kadriah likes shoes, new clothes and shopping! She can often be found listening and singing to her favorite music. She enjoys her time on the drill team. Kadriah has a lot of energy and enjoys being "on the go." She is social and enjoys going to school to visit with her friends. Her favorite subjects are computers and math. Kadriah is artistic and loves to draw.

She is a loving child and is not afraid to try new things. She likes animals and loves dogs. Kadriah would flourish in a family that does not have many children. She enjoys individual attention and said she would like to have a family with one or two children.

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Katie McWilliams

Lavontae is a passionate and determined young man.

Lavontae is often very helpful and kind around the house.

Lavontae is strong willed and fun to be around.

I want a family where I can stay in one place and not move around.

LaVontae is a boy who has a big heart for family. He yearns to be accepted and loved for who he is. LaVontae has learned to adapt to new situations and loves to try new things. Currently LaVontae’s passions consist of basketball and wrestling. A home that can continue to support and build on LaVontae’s interests would be ideal.

LaVontae would do best in a family that is patient and kind. He needs a lot of time to be heard, so his new family can understand and support his individual needs. LaVontae is lovable and people are always drawn to him when they meet him. LaVontae desires a family that can give him affection and unconditional commitment. It is important for LaVontae to keep in contact with his siblings.

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James Birrell

Marquita is smart, clever, creative and funny.  She gets along well with her peers as she is both mature and outgoing.  Marquita loves to write poetry and won Lieutenant Governor Award in South Carolina for a poem she wrote.  She loves to sing and dance.  Marquita loves school and her favorite subject it spelling and her least favorite subject is science.  Marquita would like to be a writer or a singer when she grows up.  Marquita would love to be adopted by a young single mother with no other children in her home. She is looking forward to having a place to call home and a family to call her own. 

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Shawn Blevins

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Kate McWilliams

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James Birrell

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Ron Deyo

Tralan is a very soft spoken, considerate, and respectful young man. He is passionate about designing, drawing, and someday working on cars. Tralan also enjoys sports, particularly baseball and football and dreams of being a professional baseball player, maybe even for the Yankees, as they are his favorite team. Tralan does well in school, especially in smaller groups and likes Math because it is easy for him. He can sometimes be quiet and reserved and has a strong sense of fairness. He really wants to belong in a family and would do well as the youngest child in a warm and nurturing environment.