Developing and Nurturing All Children

Developing and Nurturing All Children
Mission Statement: To provide affordable quality child care for a diverse community.
Administration
702 Cedar Street
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 673-1110
Cedar Street Center
650 Cedar Street
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 670-0002
The “True Heroes” event
commemorating the Day
Nursery of Abilene 40th year
milestone was held in March
of this year. Deepest thanks
to all of the volunteers and to
the committee led by Patty
Knight and Fran Stone along
with members, Leigh Black,
Megan Bolls, Saundra Carriker, Mari Cockerell, CaSaundra Johnson, Erin
Moosbrugger, Nancy Roberts and Faye Smith for all
the planning hours given for
a successful event!
er, Peyton Manning addressed the packed crowd in
the Exhibit Hall of the Abilene Civic Center. In addi-
The “Game Day” agenda
emceed by local celebrity,
Mark Rogers included several featured board members
and a celebration video highlighting Day Nursery’s history and children. Four-year
olds defined their heroes and
challenged the crowd to “be
a hero” for Day Nursery.
Well known, keynote speak-
tion to his incredible athletic
career as the league’s only
four-time MVP and a 12time Pro Bowl selection, he
has earned his place among
the NFL’s greatest quarterbacks (currently for the Denver Broncos) and stands
alone as the active leader in
nearly every statistical passing category. Manning’s
Sherry Lane Center
3434 Sherry Lane
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 673-1781
PeyBack Foundation instituted the “True Heroes”
program which provides
events and parties with se-
Peyton Manning pictured with DNA Board
West Texas Radiology Group
Dr. Michael Montgomery and Dr. Eric Schackmuth
Steve Arthur Family Foundation
at the Community Foundation of Abilene
Alexander Families  Dian Graves Owen Foundation
Dodge Jones Foundation  First Financial Bank / First Financial Trust
Ben and Belinda Melson  Lori & Lee Owens / Kelly McCarty
The Greathouse Foundation  KTAB/KRBC TV
Papa John’s Pizza  Soft Search Investments, LP
lected children at Peyton
Manning Children’s Hospital
at St. Vincent several times
throughout the year.
Justin Snow, former teammate of Peyton’s “played” a
part on the program introducing his friend and former
teammate, setting the stage
for his down to earth, ap-
Vine Street Center
1442 Vine Street
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 672-7351
proachable, true southern
hospitality and values. He
referred to Peyton as someone who “walks the talk and
holds those accountable” as
he leads by example.
Peyton Manning’s heartfelt
comments focused on defining moments of decisionmaking which he applies to
his own life. He shared that
adversity draws out talents
which are otherwise untapped demonstrating that
“we all have a spirit of adaptability in our DNA”. He
urged the audience to make a
commitment to quality to
focus and practice the skills
needed when the heat is off
to achieve the goal and make
decisions without vacillating,
to believe in the decision
without stuttering and to not
be afraid to take necessary
risks.
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Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union  AEP Texas Anonymous
Bridgestone Bandag, LLC  Blake Fulenwider Chrysler Dodge Jeep
Brad & Amy Brazell / Fran Stone / A-Town Cleaners
Barbara Bridges  Busch Jewelers  Condley and Company, L.L.P.
Davis Kinard & Co, PC  Scott Dueser
Elliott-Hamil Funeral Services  Mandy Ellis
First Abilene Federal Credit Union  Dr. Bill and Carol Haynes
Hendrick Health System  Jeff Luther Construction Company
Merrill Lynch - Michael Hull  Piersall Benton Funeral Directors
Kevin and Rebekah Porter  Priceless Literacy - Kaye Price Hawkins / Anon.
Billye and Glenn Ray / Sharon and Tom Riley
Clint and Pam Rosenbaum / Four Seasons Car Wash
Texas Sport & Spine / D1  Wagstaff Law Firm
Abilene Reporter News  Academy Sports + Outdoors  Anonymous
A-Town Cleaners  Barr Roofing Company
Doug Hodel Photography/Creative Graphic Solutions
Sindy and David Durham  Gary's Floral Gallery  Betty Hukill
KRBC-TV  KTAB-TV  KTXS-TV  McM Elegante Suites
Barbara and Bynum Miers  Perini's  Photo Image Center / Stan West
Taylor County Sheriff's Office  Thomas Everett's Furniture
Weatherl & Associates
5th Annual Putt “Fore” Children Miniature Golf Tournament
Saturday, October 5th, 2013
These contributions (in addition to those listed on the front) have touched the Day Nursery program since the last quarterly newsletter
and up to this edition’s print deadline. If we have made an error, please contact us and we will be happy to note the correction.
Other True Heroes Gifts
Judy and Tom Allen
Tim Barnhill
Batts Communications
Bobby Miers
Rhonda and Leroy Bolt
Patsy and Phil Boone
Heather and Andy Bowen
Teresa and Ronny Bryant
Sherry and Randy Burchell
Grace and Samuel Carroll
Parker and Jakob Dorsett
Scott Dueser
Jean and Chuck Erwin
Loretta Fulton
Leta and Ron Holmes
Lindsey and Tommy Hood
Shelley and James Hughes
Betty and Charles Hukill
Melinda Hunt
J. V. and Gerald Johnson
Patty and Greg Knight
Linda and Russell Larson
Steve Maikell
Angela and Tim Martin
Dr. and Mrs. Gary D. McCaleb
Elizabeth and Aaron Miller
Jon Moody
John Neese
Parkhill, Smith & Cooper
Sue and Edward Patton
Joan and James Patton
Melanie and Matt Paul
Mendy and Phil Phelps
Yanell and Gerald Reider
Becky and Jack Rentz
Kathy and Michael Reppart
Melinda and Randy Roberson
Jennifer and Mark Rogers
Dr. and Mrs. Eric Schackmuth
Lila and Bill Senter
Esther Sevier
Suzie and Gary Shahan
Faye and Dale Smith
Fran Stone
Ruri and LeRoy Thompson
Mrs. A. M. Westbrook
Wholly Cow Burgers
June and Tom Wideman
Becky and Jack Rentz
Mesa Springs Retirement Village
Lynda and Mike Sharp
Anna and Pat Sigala
Faye and Dale Smith
Kaye and Dick Spalding
Robert & Suzanne Starr
The Delta Group
Anna Thyne
John Upchurch
True Heroes Team Captains
(Teams = Table of 10 fans)
Abilene Reporter News
Alliance for Women and Children
Avanti Salon
Dr. Virginia Boyd Connally
Kristi and Dan Byerly
Kaye Cromwell
Betty Crowe
Laura and Duane Donaway
Jana and Larry Eckert
James Eidson
Funeral Directors Life Insurance Co.
Jennifer Groves
Hardin Simmons University
Travis Hatter
Vicki Hayhurst
Gary Jamison
Darlene Jones
Amie King
Patty and Greg Knight
Linda Lane
Diana and Mark Layton
Lithia Toyota Of Abilene
Long Electric
Pamela and Tom Mann
Dr. and Mrs. Gary D. McCaleb
Trube and Danny Miller
Oil and Gas Investments
Lytane Parker
Abilene Christian University
Kristi and Ruppert Rangel
Special Thanks to all the True Heroes
fans who purchased individual seats
In-Kind Gifts
Abilene Cultural Affairs Council
Batts Communications
DATROO Technologies, LLC
Fehr Foods
Little Manufacturing
Minuteman Press
Reynolds Manufacturing Co.
The Dodge Jones Foundation
West Texas CPR & Safety Training
Other Contributions
Peggy and Bob Beckham
Briley Holdings
Jeane Brittain
Linda and Ed Buckner
Cindy and Glenn Cook
Jody and Garvin Cox
Sandra and Robert Daniels
Laura and Duane Donaway
Leslie Ellis
First Abilene Federal Credit Union
Bea and Brady Ganson
Libby and Ryan Gibson
Dr. and Mrs. Gary Goodnight
Dr. and Mrs. Mel Hailey
Vicki Hayhurst
Leah and Johnny Herron
Michael Hull
Kool Smiles General Dentistry
Merrill Lynch - Corporate Gift Matches
Elizabeth and Aaron Miller
Erin and Jesse Moosbrugger
Senator Grant Jones
Mr. Gatti's
Kimi and Jim Newcomb
Cynthia Pearson
Sharon and Tom Riley
Lila and Bill Senter
Kristi and Kirk Thaxton
The Barber Foundation
Dr. and Mrs. Jim Webster
West Texas Ford
Gifts from funds at the
Community Foundation of Abilene
Roy Helen Ackers
Donor Advised Fund
Steve Arthur
Family Foundation
Ralph and Nelle Hooks
Donor Advised Fund
Lee and Callie Hampton
Donor Advised Fund
Morgan and Jesse Jones
Designated Fund
Community Foundation of Abilene
Future Fund grant to purchase laminator
Community Foundation of Abilene
Venture grants for Leadership Training
Other Grants
AT&T Cares Program
The Shelton Family Foundation
to increase security systems
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Dora Rosales
“Cookie” Hawkins
Day Nursery Staff recognized by the Mayor on Provider
Appreciation Day.
Day Nursery of Abilene helped promote GenTX Day by
wearing our favorite college t-shirts in effort to support the
belief of achieving a higher education.
Employees were recognized for their hard work and dedication on National Provider Appreciation Day.
Day Nursery of Abilene's President/CEO and Center Directors in Chicago attending the McCormick Early Childhood
Leadership Conference. They are pictured here with other
attendees from Abilene.
Congratulations to Lori Frank, EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR!
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Day Nursery celebrated children during
national "Week of the Young Child" with
various fun-filled activities. Children from
DNA served milk and cookies to the Mayor
and the City Council members during the
“Week of the Young Child” proclamation.
After a successful 40th anniversary celebration, Day Nursery's President/CEO Cynthia
Pearson unwinds with a little down time on
the playground at the Vine Street Center.
I wish I had words to express my gratitude to you and your staff for the level
of care you give my son. Unfortunately
all the words I can muster seem inadequate at best. Your care and devotion
to what you do changes people’s lives
and your passion for children builds the
future for all of us.
Thank you for all you do! Michelle
In his final comments, Peyton
Manning challenged the audience
of nearly 1100 attendees to
“participate in something larger
than ourselves and to compete
for our own version of the
“superbowl” and to develop an
arsenal of decision making skills
while embracing resilience”. He
reminded the audience that the
community needs the services of
the Day Nursery of Abilene and
the financial support of everyone
present to continue its mission.
and sponsor a child at the Day
Nursery of Abilene. Their future
depends on you!
To meet the challenge outlined by
Peyton Manning, be a hero today
Email daynursery@
2013 Board of Directors
Board Chair
Duane Donaway
To participate and learn more
about this important opportunity,
Call Cynthia Pearson at
(325) 673-1110
Visit daynurseryabilene.org, or
daynurseryabilene.org
Day Nursery of Abilene needs volunteers in the following areas:
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Developing and Nurturing All Children
Special Events (fundraisers, etc.)
Administration Office (filing, mailings, organizing scrapbooks, etc.)
Grounds and Facilities Work (landscape, painting, trash removal, etc.)
Working with Children (reading, rocking, playing, helping with meals, etc.)
Please contact Fay Harris, HR Manager at fharris@daynurseryabilene.org or
325-673-1110 for more information.
Help DNA save money on printing and postage!
If you prefer to get an email version of the Nursery Rhyme, please email scory@daynurseryabilene.org.
Past Chair
Anna Sigala
Vice Chair
Faye Smith
Treasurer
Ryan Gibson
Secretary
Cindy Cook
Board Members
Jill Antilley
Brad Hill
Chris Baldree
Michael Hull
Leigh Black
CaSaundra Johnson
Tracy Choate
Patty Knight
Mari Cockerell
Rosemary Lara
Eric Emerson
Michael Malm
Stacy Gilley
Trube Miller
Wanda Gutierrez
Jon Moody
Vicki Hayhurst
Kevin Porter
Dena Heaton
Fran Stone
Advisory Committee
Beverly Guthrie, Chair
Fred Armbruster
Billye Proctor-Shaw
John Beckham
Ruppert Rangel
F. Scott Dueser
Carl Roeder
Bea Ganson
Vianei Lopez Braun
Pam Mann
Richard Young
President/CEO
Cynthia Pearson
daynursery@daynurseryabilene.org
www.daynurseryabilene.org
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