This week I got the opportunity to interview a very special young lady. Her name is Tiareka Woods and this is her first year with Urban Connection. This vibrant young lady is a seventh grader at Irving Middle School. I asked her a few questions about her experience at the Garrett center, and here's what she had to say....

K: Why do you enjoy coming to the Frank Garrett?

T: It's a place where I can come to relax and take away stress from a busy day at school.

K: What are some things that you would like to see done differently here?

T: There's a lot of history here at Garrett, honestly I don't think anything should change. I love it just the way it is!!

K: Why do you think its important to have programs like this for kids?

T: I think it's a good way to help people in the community get to know each other better. Also it helps us to be involved and to stay out of trouble.

Tiareka is wise beyond her years. When I asked her what she wanted to be when she grows up she said that was her favorite question to answer! She wants to be a veterinarian, an artist, and a fashion designer. With the focus and drive she has, I'm confident that it will happen for her. Being around kids like her make me love doing what I do!!

-K. Smith