A handsome smile and urge for excitement is a great way to explain Anthony.  Anthony enjoys playing video games and football with friends.  Anthony says when he grows up he wants to be a football player and if that does not work out, he will look at other options.  He is spiritual and enjoys going to church weekly.  Anthony enjoys going to movies with his current caregivers. Anthony is an intelligent child and is successful in school.  This can be evidenced by his teachers' consistent comments that have been made based on Anthony's grades.  Anthony is imaginative and his passion is writing.  Although Anthony can be willful, he can also be polite and is learning how to accept consequences for his actions and follow directions.  Anthony is also making progress in learning how to express his emotions appropriately. 

Bobbie is an affectionate young lady who thrives when given one-on-one attention. She loves to play with children her age and likes to play board games, particularly Monopoly. Bobbie has signed up for Safety Patrol at school and enjoys the responsibility. She has also recently joined Girl Scouts and enjoys participating in the group. She would do well with a family with structure and unconditional love. Bobbie has a brother and it is important to her that she maintains contact with him.

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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.  

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 fourteen-year-old 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.

Crystal is outgoing, kind, charming, artistic, polite, fun and a good reader.

I would like to live a normal life, as a part of a happy family. 

Once you meet Crystal, she will catch your heart! Crystal is a cheerful young lady who always has a smile on her face! She has a bubbly personality that you just can't resist. Crystal enjoys music of all kinds, doing crafts, and helping others.

Crystal desires opportunities to interact with others and she gets along easily with adults and peers. Crystal describes herself as easy going, humorous, smart, and a beautiful person. Her interests include horseback riding, swimming, playing volleyball, and watching movies. Crystal has said that someday she would like to become a veterinarian, because she loves caring for animals! Crystal does well in school. Her teachers and school staff report that she has made significant improvements, and that she receives good grades.

Crystal is an energetic person, who likes to keep busy and enjoys doing things to help others.

Desiree describes herself as authentic, sweet, and playful. Desiree has a very good memory and frequently reminds others’ of appointments to keep on schedule. Desiree loves dancing around the house and putting on a great show. Her favorite color is pink and she enjoys creatively drawing her name. She is overjoyed when others’ fix her hair. She likes to be around younger children and her current caregiver says she is quite helpful. Her favorite place to eat is Godfather’s pizza buffet.

Desiree’s family would have to enjoy hugs, laughter, and being affectionate. Desiree has a younger brother and in the future will need contact with him. Desiree has expressed that she would like a two-parent family because, “I’ve never had a dad.” She is a very caring person and would need a family that would be respectfully the same. Desiree needs a supportive, patient family with good listening skills who will model rules, boundaries, good decision making, and healthy relationships.

Jamel is an adorable boy with a lively personality. His name is Jamel, pronounced “Ja-mal”-- he will correct anyone who mispronounces his name. Jamel enjoys the attention of others and is eager to please. He is polite, talkative and does not hesitate to ask for help.

Jamel likes to play video games and is a huge fan of Transformers, Pirates of the Caribbean and Power Rangers. Jamel is a very active boy and enjoys playing basketball and football. Rabbits and dogs are his favorite animals to play with but he also likes fish and parrots. At this time Jamel is fascinated with cars and trucks of all kinds, he loves to draw them and play with them. When he grows up Jamel would like to be a police officer so that he can help protect children from abusive parents.

Jamel will need a family who can provide a lot of structure and consistency, as well as unconditional commitment because he has faced many challenges in his life and has significant emotional needs. He will need guidance to help him learn how to consistently maintain positive relationships with his peers. Jamel is affectionate with his current caregivers and enjoys giving and receiving hugs. He also needs a family who will encourage and help maintain his relationship with his siblings. He has so much potential, and needs a strong loving family who he can look up to.

Jessica is a bright and lively young woman who loves to play outside! Jessica likes all outdoor activities and loves to spend time with her friends. Jessica is a huge animal lover and her favorite animals are dogs! She would be thrilled to live with a family that has pets and would enjoy the chance to become a pet owner! Jessica has a sense of humor and loves to laugh but is very polite in her interactions. Another favorite pastime of Jessica’s is watching television.

Jessica’s greatest strength is her ability to be a good student. She immensely enjoys learning! She is praised by her teachers for her positive attitude and hard work! Jessica recently received a reward at school for being a Positive Student and was also awarded the “Citizen of the Month” award!

Jessica would do well in a very structured environment where the limits are clearly defined and her positive actions are praised. A family in which Jessica would be the youngest child would be the best match. It would be ideal for Jessica to find a home with supportive and enthusiastic adult role models where she can enhance her communication and conflict resolution skills. Jessica is very good about asking for assistance with problems and would succeed in a home that includes positive and appropriate communication.

Jodeci is blessed with a natural artistic talent and he fascinates others' with his detailed artwork. Jodeci enjoys going to the movies, playing video games, roller skating, and cooking. Jodeci is a great help in the kitchen. His favorite foods include seafood, especially crab legs and sweet and sour chicken. With a great sense of humor, he is able to cope and work through his problems with humor. Jodeci would like a family who could embrace him as a member of their family.

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.

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. 

Matthew is a bright, handsome and somewhat shy boy. He enjoys fishing, reading and practicing tricks on his skateboard. He and his current caregivers play cards and board games together. Matt enjoys school and works above grade level in many of his subjects. He has a great sense of humor. Matt takes great pride in being tidy with his appearance. He loves to wear jewelry and cologne. Matt would benefit with an ongoing relationship with his older brother and great-grandparents. He would like a family who can provide him with unconditional love, structure and consistency.

Melissa is a shy and quiet girl until she gets to know you. When she opens up, she’ll tell you she loves to sing and dance. If you ask her who her favorite singer is, she quickly responds with “Justin Timberlake.” She likes some classics from Michael Jackson and Madonna. Melissa is a laid back girl who keeps herself busy by reading, or watching television. She taps into her artistic side by using her array of art supplies to draw or paint. Melissa would love to find a family who can show her unconditional love and patience. Melissa would strive in a home where she is the youngest child.

Tralan is a very soft spoken, considerate, and respectful 15 year-old 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.

Zach loves to play basketball and soccer. He likes to listen to music, play video games and watch movies. His favorite movie is The Country Bears. Zach has always been able to adapt to his environment. He is very smart, but finds school to be quite challenging. Having an older brother or male role model would be very important to Zach when finding a permanent family.

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