A child bears a sign speaking volumes.
Mayor Jim Ardis offers a few words.
Patti Sterling-Polk, founder of the Peoria chapter of Mother's Against Violence, wraps the daughter of Tamara Gregory in a quilt symbolizing the community's love and support.
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Just a few of the over 200 people who attended the rally.
Students at Peoria Academy give high fives to Carl Cannon following a CHOICES program at the school on March 22. The program was the first at the school and drew an enthusiastic response.
Carl Cannon welcomes scores of ELITE Youth Program students to the 1st Annual EYP Lock-In at the RiverPlex at 10 p.m. on Friday, March 16. Students from Woodruff, Manual, Central, and Peoria Alternative high schools represent the more than 110 candidates enrolled in the program.
An EYP candidate from Woodruff enjoys a light-hearted moment during the activities, which lasted from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
A Team Manual student (black shirt) drives to the hoop guarded by two members of Team Woodruff during open gym.
Three EYP candidates enjoy a cool swim before a late-night snack.
Team Central finishes off the pizza!
More than 45 Manual High School students participated in Week 1 of the ELITE Youth Program held on Friday. Above, students sign the EYP Convenant promising to stay in school and to do their best.
Team Woodruff staff member, Tony Jenkins (left) demonstrates a proper handshake. Team leader Hugh Sizemore looks on.
A student practices filling out an employment application.
Hugh Sizemore offers a helpful tip to a student.
