During the second Zoom get-together, Climbers began to think and talk about strategies of how to better deal with life DURING COVID and what Jacob’s Ladder is going to be like AFTER COVID. Kelly’s group gave us feedback about the Climbers wanting virtual field trips. One of the students stated,…
The family of Earl Charles “Chic” Silver II announces his passing on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2020, at the age of 76. Chic is survived by his wife, Susan; children Garrett (Kim), Austin (Brent), Andy (Kelley); son-in-law, Steve; 11 grandchildren, Chris, Grace, Jon, Coalter, Tanner, Tymber, Ethan, Skye, Connor, Lucas and…
Using Zoom, Climbers had a dedicated space and time to meet and share stories about how they are dealing with school
Well, this past year has been a whirlwind! Online classes, virtual graduations, the Summer Enrichment camp being cancelled – too much has happened to keep up with! One way we have been able to keep up is through our public social media page and private group on Facebook – our…
The Board of Jacob’s Ladder, Inc. is honored to recognize Charles “Chic” Silver for more than 21 years of service on the Board of Directors. Board Chair, Bruce Hemp, articulated Chic’s many contributions to the organization, stating: “Chic has helped Jacob’s Ladder grow into the life-changing program it is today.…
The Jacob’s Ladder Climber family was FINALLY able to come together for a “Field Day” at the Watermen’s Museum, in Yorktown, VA.
At Jacob’s Ladder, we are committed to fostering the greatest possible environment for our Climbers and their families, but we believe that public health and safety should be everyone’s top priority. At this time, Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), is a global crisis affecting more than 100 countries. A growing number…
Collegiate senior Marcella Leonard-Jackson joked that she can hear junior Robert Woolwine cheering her on from about 30 miles way.
The Board of Directors is pleased to announce Dr. David H. Niebuhr as Executive Director of Jacob’s Ladder, effective October 21, 2019.
Sunday, September 29, 2019 Sunday was a bit warm for September, but the location was chill and the company was grand!