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United Methodist Children’s Home Unveils Exciting News at 2nd Annual Breakfast with a View

Monday, March 27 by Jc Tinsley

Mt. Vernon, IL: United Methodist Children’s Home (UMCH) has an exciting announcement to share at this year’s ‘Breakfast with a View’ event being held on Thursday, March 30th, 2017! This fundraising event is a fun way to learn about what is happening at UMCH,... Read More.

Children’s Health Fair returning to RLC campus in April

Wednesday, March 8 by Jc Tinsley

For the third year, local grade school children are invited to learn about their bodies and how to keep them healthy at Rend Lake College’s Children’s Health Fair. Kindergarten through sixth grade students will visit RLC’s James “Hummer” Waugh Gymnasium from 8:30 a.m. –... Read More.

Illinois Masonic Children’s Home in Murphysboro to Remain Open

Friday, February 24 by Jc Tinsley

In October 2016, the Illinois Masonic Grand Lodge announced it would be closing their Illinois Masonic Children’s Homes. Throughout the winter, Masonic leadership pursued talks with various agencies to examine possible options to preserve this valuable service. We are pleased to announce that as... Read More.

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Rend Lake College Foundation Children’s Center Tea Party honors Valentine’s Day

Thursday, February 16 by Jc Tinsley

Children enrolled in the Rend Lake College Foundation Children's Center's (RLCFCC) Pre-K classroom took a trip down the rabbit hole yesterday with an "Alice in Wonderland" themed tea party to observe Valentine's Day. The party was equipped with a photo booth, snacks, and sweet... Read More.

Governor’s Children’s Cabinet Makes Lead Poisoning Prevention A Priority

Monday, October 24 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner’s Cabinet on Children and Youth recently announced a statewide, cross-agency initiative to reduce children’s exposure to lead. Lead poisoning is one of the most prevalent, preventable, environmental health hazards and is known to contribute to learning disabilities, developmental delays, and violent... Read More.

RLCF Children’s Center recognized with accreditation extension

Tuesday, October 18 by Jc Tinsley

The Rend Lake College Foundation Children’s Center’s continued excellence was recognized recently by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), granting the center another year of accreditation after reviewing the facility’s annual report. This decision extended the center’s accreditation to Oct.... Read More.

RLCF Children’s Center to offer free, family events at Warrior Fest

Thursday, September 29 by Jc Tinsley

Spend the day with the young and the young-at-heart at the Rend Lake College Foundation Children’s Center (RLCFCC) during Warrior Fest on Saturday, Oct. 8. Free activities kick off at 10 a.m., featuring big trucks, inflatables, and more.The highlight of the show, Big Truck... Read More.

LOCAL LABOR UNIONS DONATE $25,000 GRANT AND LABOR TO United Methodist Children’s Home FOR ‘HEALTHY HOMES for HEALING HEARTS’ RENOVATION PROJECT

Tuesday, August 30 by Jc Tinsley

Please join us on Wednesday, August 31, 2016, at the IBEW Hall in West Frankfort at 10:00 AM for a check presentation to the United Methodist Children’s Home from Ed Smith, CEO of ULLICO, for $25,000. This grant will be used for providing materials... Read More.

Doors open for addition to RLCF Children’s Center

Friday, August 12 by Jc Tinsley

Donors, faculty, staff, and community members gathered outside the Rend Lake College Foundation Children’s Center (RLCFCC) yesterday morning to celebrate the newest step in education on campus – the opening of the RLCFCC’s Skill Development Room.RLC Foundation CEO Kay Zibby-Damron welcomed guests and donors... Read More.

RLC Foundation Children’s Center hosting ribbon-cutting for addition

Monday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

After several generous donations and six months of construction, the Rend Lake College Foundation (RLCF) will unveil the new Children’s Center’s Skill Development Room during a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house next month.The ceremony will begin on location at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 11.... Read More.