At KFACT (Keeping Families and Communities Together) we believe that empowering girls isn't an option, it's a must!
The nonprofit youth development and mentoring program for underserved girls in Rockford provides holistic mentorship and long-term relationships. We are so proud of KFACT’s class of 2023 mentees.
We congratulate and celebrate each mentee for choosing their college and career plans:
Samara Brown, Auburn High School, will attend Southern Illinois University to major in art therapy.
Symara Brown, Auburn High School, will attend Albany State University to pursue a degree in nursing.
Nevaeh Calloway, Auburn High School, will attend Rock Valley College to pursue a degree in nursing.
Yaimiah Davis Bryant, Auburn High School, will continue attending Educators of Beauty to further her vocational education as an esthetician.
J’Cristaa Dixon, Guilford High School, will attend Northern Illinois University as a Rockford Promise Scholar.
Tajionna James, Roosevelt Community Education Center, will attend Rock Valley College and later pursue a bachelor’s degree at Central State University.
Sa’Mya McNeely, Auburn High School and Stillman Valley High School, will attend Southern Illinois University to major in medical science.
Atay'jia Patterson, Auburn High School, will begin the Dental Assistant Program this summer at Rock Valley College.
Markhari Williams, Guilford High School, will attend Rock Valley College to pursue a degree in nursing.
Taniya Woodfork, Auburn High School, plans to enroll at Rock Valley College to earn her CNA certification and pursue a degree in nursing.
RPS 205 – thank you for the opportunity to partner and mentor girls in Rockford!
Shamika Williams
Shamika Williams is the Founder and Executive Director of KFACT. She is a Rockford native and an RPS 205 alumna. Shamika holds a bachelor’s degree in human services and a master’s degree in organizational leadership from Judson University.