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Good news for SDC Head Start Program

March 16, 2013

The Head Start Program of the Social Development Commission (SDC) has received a thumbs-up from federal monitors. The Administration for Children and Families-Head Start office has given the … [Read more...]

Popular Interests In This Article: Head Start, Social Development Commission

Elections coming for SDC Board

January 19, 2013

Plans are underway to publicly elect six members to the Social Development Commission (SDC) Board of Commissioners. The 18-person board is made up of 12 appointed and 6 elected members. Elections are … [Read more...]

Popular Interests In This Article: Board Elections, SDC, Social Development Commission

SDC CEO announces retirement

January 19, 2013

After leading the Social Development Commission for 15 years, CEO Deborah Blanks has announced her retirement. Ms. Blanks came to SDC in 1997 after working as Director of Milwaukee County’s … [Read more...]

Popular Interests In This Article: Deborah Blanks, Retirement, Social Development Commission

A second chance at success for youth

December 6, 2012

Not earning a high school diploma can present major challenges for youth seeking to build a positive future. The Youth Employment Program of the Social Development Commission (SDC) is helping young … [Read more...]

Popular Interests In This Article: Social Development Commission, Youth Employment Program

Timing right for Energy Assistance Application

December 1, 2012

If you are struggling with your utility bills and don’t want to wait in line, now is the time to apply for Energy Assistance. The Energy Assistance Program coordinated in Milwaukee County by the … [Read more...]

Popular Interests In This Article: Analisa Wojcik, Energy Assistance, Sandra White, Social Development Commission

New sign-up process for SDC GED classes

October 27, 2012

Milwaukee County residents seeking to advance their academic status are being offered a new way to sign up for GED classes. The Education and Training Program at the Social Development Commission … [Read more...]

Popular Interests In This Article: GED Class, GED HSED High School Equivalency Diploma, SDC, Social Development Commission

Fatherhood Summit – Keeping dads healthy

October 13, 2012

Dr. Lester Carter to be honored A special award honoring a pillar in the Milwaukee community. Dr. Lester L. Carter will be recognized for his impact and achievements at the 7th Annual Milwaukee … [Read more...]

Popular Interests In This Article: Destiny Youth Plaza, Fatherhood Summit, Lester L Carter, Milwaukee Fatherhood Summit, Social Development Commission

Hundreds of students get dental checks

October 13, 2012

The Marquette University School of Dentistry was a busy place on their annual Head Start Dental Day. Volunteer dentists as well as dental and dental hygiene students from Marquette and MATC examined … [Read more...]

Popular Interests In This Article: Books for Kids, Dental Day, Head Start, Marquette University, Marquette University School of Dentistry MUSOD, Next Door Foundation, Social Development Commission

New emphasis eyed at SDC

September 28, 2012

The Social Development Commission Board got a look at a possible new program emphasis being developed at the agency. SDC CEO Deborah Blanks and members of SDC staff offered commissioners an update on … [Read more...]

Popular Interests In This Article: Bobbie Webber, Career Training Center, Community Needs Assessment, Deborah Blanks, Social Development Commission

Making homes safe and warm

September 22, 2012

Milwaukee residents will learn about how to make their homes safe and comfortable for the coming winter season. The Social Development Commission (SDC) Residential Services Program is coordinating an … [Read more...]

Popular Interests In This Article: Clark Square Park, Energy Efficiency, Journey House, Social Development Commission, winter

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