

Call Us:
765-573-4599
Staff/Community Volunteers
Executive Director
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Mary Prows
Program Director/Site Coordinator
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Cosette Crist
Program Assistant/Data Information
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Morgan Veach
Site Assistant/Kitchen Coordinator
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Miriah Troxell
IWU Students
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Serving through Work Study
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Various Practicum and Internships
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Volunteer Hours
Additional Volunteers
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Dana Williams
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Sarah Montgomery
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Jackie Foltz
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Robert Mitchell
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Sarah Nacke
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Cliff Stanley
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Phil Prows
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Kayla Brooks
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Other community volunteers


Board of Directors
Mary Prows
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Employment:
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The Training Center - Executive Director
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About:
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Married Phil in 1974
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Family: Three sons & daughter in laws plus eight awesome grandchildren
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Education:
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Bachelors Degree in Management 2003 - IWU
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MBA in 2005 in Administration and Accounting - IWU
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Previously worked at Indiana Wesleyan for 16 years, leaving in 2011 to launch the Training Center
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Years of service with Training Center - 2010 - current
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Why:
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"Community is important. When we come together to support each other, we make our community a better place. As part of the TC board, we get to shape a program that enhances education and more: for children and families in our community. A place where children can begin to dream of an awesome future."
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Anthony Horton, Sr
Serves as Board Vice President
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Employment:
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Marion Community Schools -Student Support Services
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Justice Intermediate School - 9 Years
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About:
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Born and raised in Marion
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Marion High School Graduate
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5 Children - 2 boys & 3 girls
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Engaged to Breanna Reynolds
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6 yrs service in the Army
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Attending IWU to complete degree in Organizational Leadership
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Years of service with Training Center - 2018-current (term 1)
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Why:
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"This organization works with children, helping them academicaly as well as how to be respectful, responsible citizens. I enjoy being a part of children learning that they matter just as much as anyone else."
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Karmen McKelvey -
Serves as Board Secretary
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Employment:
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Teacher - Lakeview Christian School - Marion, IN
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About:
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Native of Ohio
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Bachelors Degree - Indiana Wesleyan University - 2017
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Worked at the Training Center throughout college
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Loves being around childrenn
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Years of service with Training Center - 2018-current (term 1)
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Why:
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"My reason for serving is there are so many students in Marion that need love and support. I want to help children gain a sturdy foundation while they are young so that they may succeed later in life. I believe their education is very important and the Training Center provides a safe and welcoming place for them to learn more.
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The Training Center started as a job in college and the Lord
drew my heart into it. I'm serving because I have a desire to
see chidren grow academically, socially, and emotionally."
Nancy Price -
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Employment:
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Marion Community Schools - Assistant Principal - Allen Elementary School
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About:
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Married to Michael
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Two Sons
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Education:
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Undergrad - Elementary Education
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Masters
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Docterate
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Years of service with Training Center - 2021-current (term 1)
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Why:
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"The Training Center serves a very valuable purpose in Grant County. With correct and strong support, it will become a vital part of the succes of Grant County's future.
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Mignon Orr (Meagon)
Serves as Board Treasurer
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Employment:
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Community School of the Arts
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Director of Development since 2013
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About:
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Married: to high school sweetheart - Adam Orr
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Family: Daughter - Mia
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Education:
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BS Purdue University
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Graduated from Eastbrook High School
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Lots of Pet
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Years of service with Training Center - 2021-current (term 1)
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Why:
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"I believe the Training Center is a great asset to our community. I was around when the Training Center began as a Nutrition Educator with Purdue Extension. I was honored when Mary asked me to join the Board.
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Robert Mitchell
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Employment:
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Marion Community Schools -
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McCulloch - Social Studies Educator
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About:
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Children: Baleigh, Khloe, Bryson
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Bachelor's Degree of Industrial Technology/Electronic Engineering from Jackson State University
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Years of service with Training Center - 2020-current (term 1)
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Why: "The Training Center is a great place for the youth in our community. This place offers tutoring, mentoring, and a great summer program. I joined this organization because I love seeing the kids excel in every aspect of life."
Keenan Davis -
Serves as Board President
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Employment:
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Owner -Keenan Davis State Farm Agency
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About:
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Married to Tashema - 2010
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Two Daughters
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Degrees from IWU and Shaw University
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Travel Agents
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Sits on 2 additional non-profit boards
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Years of service with Training Center - 2020-current (term 1)
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Why:
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"The Training Center serves a very valuable purpose in Grant County. With correct and strong support, it will become a vital part of the succes of Grant County's future. I believe in the mission and vision of the Training Center."
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Sarah Summerset -
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Employment:
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Marion Community Schools - 19 Years
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Assistant Director Little Giants PreSchool
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About:
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Married to Bennett Summerset
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Two Sons - Rhys and Jase
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Who are active in sports and CSA
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Degree in Education from Indiana University
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Loves to Travel & Shop
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Years of service with Training Center - 2021-current (term 1)
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Why:
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"I see how important it is for students to have a stable enviroment and the Training Center can help provide that."
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Rachel Creech -
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Employment:
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TLC Management
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About:
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Married with two children, a niece, nephew, and a granddaughter who Rachel's world revolves around.
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Education: Associates Degree Paralegal Studies
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Enjoys cooking, gardening and crafting
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Believes in locals supporting locals
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Years of service with Training Center - 2023 - current (term 1)
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Why:
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Children are the future is so cliche', but it is the truth. In order to be successful they need the right foundation - academically, socially, as well as everyday skills. The Training Center provides this and so much more.
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