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The Clemente Course in the Humanities, a college-level course offered at The Care Center in partnership with Bard College won the 2014 National Humanities Medal. President Obama awarded the medal at the White House on September 10, 2015. Previous recipients include Joyce Carol Oates, Toni Morrison, and John Updike. Watch the Ceremony at The White House The medal honors those whose work has … [Read more...] about Clemente Course receives National Humanities Medal at White House

Let's hear it for this year's amazing graduates! From an aspiring veterinarian to a future business owner to a child psychology major, 33 promising young women successfully completed The Care Center's program and earned their high school equivalency degree. "Graduation was the best moment of my life. I love these people with all my heart and thank them so much for their support." ~ Natasha … [Read more...] about 2015 Graduation

Our annual fundraising dinner on April 27 was a rousing success. More than 400 people attended! Big ideas and big plans were explored and discussed. Bard College President Leon Botstein shared his perspective on the importance of a liberal arts education for all. Students and staff were articulate and moving. A great time was had by all. Thanks go out to all the staff, board members, friends and … [Read more...] about Over 400 Guests Attend The Care Center’s Annual Fundraiser with Leon Botstein

In 2011, The Care Center was awarded the National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award, presented by the President's Council on the Arts and Humanities. One of twelve organizations nationwide to win the award, The Care Center's Executive Director Anne Teschner had the opportunity to travel to the White House with two students to accept the award from First Lady Michelle Obama. The Care Center's … [Read more...] about The Care Center wins Presidential Award