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The Arrow Center for Education Mountain Road officially opened its doors on January 14 and the moment was nothing short of meaningful. Community members, staff and partners gathered to celebrate a space built with intention and filled with possibility. The grand opening included several proclamations recognizing the impact this school will have on children and families for years to come, ...

Graduation is a major milestone for every student at Arrow. For Nick Kruger, it marked a moment shaped by patience, growth and the right support at the right time. Nick completed his journey at the Arrow Center for Education Tangram in 2025, a transition his family describes as both emotional and deeply meaningful. “I tell everybody about Tangram,” Kruger’s mother ...

Early 2025, remarkable news hit the Arrow Center for Education located in Hunt Valley, as graduating senior Jarome Liason, was accepted into Towson University. His acceptance marks not only a personal achievement, but one of legacy for Arrow, as Liason is the first Arrow student to be admitted into the university. His journey from uncertainty to higher education shines a ...

In 2025, the Texas Alliance of Child and Family Services (TACFS) named 4Kids4Families Regional Kinship Manager for 4Kids4Families, Skye Hayes, as this year’s SSCC Staff Member of the Year. The award is a high honor in Texas child welfare as it recognizes staff across the state who demonstrate extraordinary commitment to children and families. “It makes me emotional,” 4Kids4Families Regional ...

This year, two Arrow families received the honor of a prestigious award from the Texas Alliance of Child and Family Services (TACFS), recognizing their commitment to children who needed them most. This statewide recognition reflects Arrow’s partnership with TACFS and the shared commitment of families, staff, volunteers and donors who make the work possible. Arrow’s Adoptive Parent of the Year ...

From the earliest planning stages, the Arrow Center for Education Mountain Road was designed with intention, collaboration and care for the students who would one day walk its halls.   What now stands as a vibrant learning environment is the result of close partnerships among Arrow staff, architects, contractors and vendors who shared a common goal; to create a space where ...

Adoption is more than a moment. It is a promise and a commitment and marks the beginning of a lifelong journey built on love and belonging. On National Adoption Day in Amarillo, Texas, that promise became official for Moriah and McKenzie Buchanan, who welcomed Katrina and Mary into their family. Surrounded by celebration and support, the Buchanans marked a milestone ...

Arrow Child and Family Ministries was proud to take part in this year's Heroes and Helpers event. The Heroes and Helpers program, which began in 2009, expanded to Baltimore County this year. Baltimore County police officers and firefighters teamed up with students on a cold Saturday for the event, giving children the opportunity to shop for friends, family and themselves ...

One Arrow family is celebrating a milestone that’s been years in the making. The Rayburn family officially adopted their son, Chase, during Smith County Adoption Day, marking the end of a three-year journey toward making their family whole. Chase, who is deafblind, has been thriving in their home, surrounded by love, patience and a shared commitment to communication. Kelly Rayburn, ...

Recently, the Texas legislature announced its adoption and implementation of the Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) Kinship Licensing Standards, which were unveiled in October of this year. These updated standards recognize the unique challenges kinship families face and thoughtfully remove many barriers that previously overwhelmed the licensing process. This shift precedes the federal government’s move to allow states to ...