Ogeechee Technical College

Ogeechee Tech Hosts
Safe Haven Residents

Residents of Safe Haven, located in Statesboro, were guests recently at a holiday party at Ogeechee Technical College. A group of 24 mothers and their children made up the group which was treated to Christmas gifts, a sing along, dinner, a time of making ornaments, and a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus and their elves. The event provided a time of fellowship and fun for residents of Safe Haven, and offered the opportunity for participants to enjoy some holiday cheer in a safe environment.

Mrs. Claus, aka Dr. Jessie Strickland, reads a story to some of the children at the Safe Haven party.
Mrs. Claus, aka Dr. Jessie Strickland, reads a story to
some of the children at the Safe Haven party.

Safe Haven’s primary purpose is to provide a secure location for women and children who need to separate themselves from an abusive environment at home. The privacy of all the participants at the event was assured. The event was coordinated by the Student Affairs division at Ogeechee Tech, and various employees and students contributed to make the event a success.

Contact: Barry Turner
Executive Director of Public Relations
Phone: (912) 688-6958
Email: bturner@ogeecheetech.edu

As set forth in its student catalog, Ogeechee Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following individuals have been designated to coordinate the College’s implementation of nondiscrimination policies: Kelli Waters, Title IX Coordinator, Office 143H, JEK Building, 912.871.1885 and Penny Hendrix, ADA/Section 504 Coordinator, Office 171E, JEK Building, 912.486.7211.