Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize community resource navigator KoriAnn Carter and the United Way of Central Minnesota for working together on a pilot program to assist students and families at Lincoln Elementary School with food, housing assistance, mentoring, and after-school programs. In addition, I want to recognize the work KoriAnn does through a program called Girls On Arise To Succeed in partnership with the Roosevelt Boys & Girls Club, McKinley Area Learning Center, and CentraCare Health, which brings young girls together to discuss important life topics and provide guidance. For young women encountering family issues, experiencing homelessness, or struggling with mental health issues, this group gives them a space to talk to adults who care. Girls between 12 and 18 can participate in one of the girls groups where they learn lessons in healthy habits, the importance of education, how your current actions impact your future choices, leadership skills, goal setting, and gratitude. These groups have transformed students throughout the St. Cloud area, giving them an avenue to succeed as well as find community and fellowship. I thank KoriAnn and all the partners who make this possible. Their work to foster the next generation of leaders makes our corner of the world a better place. Congratulating St. Cloud VA”