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Carpenters for Christ Install New Roof on Dorm


In August, Carpenters for Christ visited the Glenn Springs Academy and worked long, hard hours in the hot sun to put a new roof on our dormitory.  In addition to re-shingling the roof, Carpenters for Christ also mentored seven clients of Glenn Springs Academy and taught them hands on labor and skill that goes along with the job.  In the evening, Carpenters for Christ provided music and fellowship for the entire campus along with a delicious chicken dinner.  Words cannot express how much we appreciate all their hard work and their willingness to mentor our Boys.  Due to all their hard work, a job that was scheduled to take three days, was completed in a day and a half!  We also are grateful for the bibles that they donated to all our Boys.

 





Glenn Springs Academy Announces New Executive Director

Glenn Springs Academy has named Mr. Scott R. Scheel it's new Executive Director.  As Executive Director Scott will be responsible for directing, coordinating, and facilitating all agency operations and reports to the Board of Directors.

Scott is a resident of Spartanburg and previously served as Development Operations Manager for Johnson Development Associates, Inc.  He received his Master of Education with concentration in Higher Education Leadership and Administration from the University of South Carolina.  Scott is married with two sons ages five and seven.  His wife currently works as a school teacher at First Presbyterian Church.

Glenn Springs Academy is looking forward to working with Scott in continuing its efforts in creating "a home where boys can find a childhood."

 


























Zach Boyles Earns Eagle Badge with a Project for Glenn Springs Academy
Thirteen year old Zach Boyles is the Senior Patrol Leader of Troop 1.  In order to earn his Eagle badge, Zach chose Glenn Springs Academy as the recipient for his project. He decided to share his love of camping with the clients of Glenn Springs Academy who are part of Boy Scout Troop 171 by designing and building a trailer equipped with camping supplies.  The trailer is outfitted for a minimum of 15 boys and 2 adults.  It contains sleeping bags, tents, stoves, coolers and many more camping necessities.  With tremendous generosity and support from friends and family in the community, Zach was able to complete this project and achieve this extremely important accomplishment.  As of Tuesday, May 12th, Zach became an Eagle Scout!  He will present the trailer to the Glenn Springs Academy Board of Directors on Tuesday, May 19th and his Eagle ceremony will be held in the late summer.  Words cannot express how proud we are of Zach and how much everyone at Glenn Springs Academy appreciates all the time this young man dedicated to this project.  Troop 171 will surely enjoy the new trailer!

 
BMW CHARITY PRO-AM

Many thanks to all who supporting Glenn Springs Academy by purchasing tickets to the event and dedicating their time by volunteering at the event.  The event was a huge success and due to your support the funds that were raised can be used to further our desire to care for the boys we serve.

 
Christmas Comes for Glenn Springs Academy
























Photo Note:  for entire photo gallery, visit Tim Kimzey's Spartanburg Herald Journal gallery by clicking here!


Christmas has arrived for Glenn Springs Academy!  Almost exactly one year ago a group of supporters gathered on a rainy morning to welcome the placement of the cabins on the newly cleared ridgeline that 24 boys will soon call home.

On Thursday, December 18th the sun came out to welcome another crowd as supporters took the final step in cutting the ribbons on all three cabins.

For information on helping to retire the remaining debt on the cabin project or to support Glenn Springs Academy, call Colleen at 864/583-4367.


Read full Spartanburg Herald Journal Article by clicking here.


 
Glenn Springs Academy Charters Troop 171


Thanks to the dedication from the Boy Scouts of America, Glenn Springs Academy has Chartered a new Scout Troop.  With a nod to the original founding of Spartanburg Boys' Home in 1971, the new Troop will be Troop 171. 

Visit our Boy Scout Page for more information on volunteering and on our current Eagle Scout Projects!
 
Academy Boys take Trip of a Lifetime!
The Beautiful view we have! WOW!
The Beautiful view we have! WOW!







































Day 1:  Wednesday, August 13, 2008


We are three hours behind Spartanburg here at The Cliffs - Kispiox River . 

We left Charlotte early this morning flying to Chicago and then on to Vancouver.  We departed Vancouver in a little puddle jumper plane on our way to Smithers.  The flight was beautiful as we flew up the British Columbia coast over the "inside passage" where boats are shielded from the ocean by a string of islands.  Almost all of the mountains were covered with snow.  Many had small green pools of water laying in very precarious places on the mountain.  I wondered how many of them had ever seen a human visitor.
 
The flight went well, but the time difference started to catch up with us.  We landed about dusk here at an airport half the size of Spartanburg's downtown airport.  Runway and taxi way were one in the same.  The "concourse" was one room with a huge stuffed grizzly bear display.  We were met by Gene from The Cliffs.  He was incredibly hospitable as we loaded 7 boys, Kyle and I into the 15 passenger van for a two hour derive to the middle of nowhere.   But what at spectacular play "nowhere" is!
 
About 30 minutes into the trip we passed a river where there was an Indian reservation.  The Indians were "dipping", using along net to reach down into a choke point in the river and scoop out salmon.   Gene said they are allowed to keep the pink and sockeye salmon, but as part of the deal with the government, they have to tag  and release the king and coho salmon.
 
After going over several one lane bridges and driving through the towns of Old Hazelton and Hazelton, we passed the end of the "hydro line".  No more power lines and we drove for another 15 miles or so.  We pulled in abbout 1 AM Spartanburg time at the lodge, 
 
I know Mr. Anthony is accustomed to building in difficult and remote locations, but this is incredible.   We had a warm greeting from the the staff as they greeted us as part of their family.  We stayed in the lodge because we arrived so late.  The lodge is beautiful and the rooms spacious and very comfortable.  After drinking pitchers of water and eating snacks that were prepared, we went downstairs to watch the Olympics in huge room with a pool table, foosball table , fireplace, slatefloors and sunken indoor hottub.  I have to say that it was quite odd seeing the focus of the tv broadcasdt on the Canadian men's gymnastic team as opposed to the United States and Michael Phelps.
 
What is also amazing is that we have electricity from a generator and satellite internet and television access.  After a hot shower, we hit the bed.  With 9 of us here, I have my own room.  The beds are AWESOME. 

Day 2:  Thursday, August 14, 2008

Joy, Gene's wife, who also works here, told us last night that we could sleep in until 9 AM BC time (12 noon Sptbg time)  I woke to Lukie banging on my door and coming in saying "Mr Raney what do we do?  It's 9 AM our time!"  Lukie's goal for the week is going to be improving his listening skills!  I am glad I woke up early to open the blinds out onto the back of the lodge.  There sits a river with it's constant  rush of water no more than 50 yards (not sure how many meters) away from my door.  It is about 60 degress this morning (farenheit that it is).  I am excited about what is in store for us today. more..
 

 


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A home where boys can find a childhood
P.O. Box 99 (195 Boys Home Road)
Pauline, SC 29374
Phone: 864-583-4367
Fax: 864-583-2774
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Glenn Springs Academy
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A home where boys can find a childhood