Anthony (12) is playful and always ready with a smile. Anthony keeps himself amused by playing with action figures, toy cars, and drawing.  He is eager to learn and responds well to focused instruction and positive attention. Anthony is affectionate, and enjoys people.  

Anthony has been in foster care for several years, and is legally free for adoption. He hopes for a permanent family who will provide consistent structure and patience, help him with reading, and recognize his successes.  For more information, contact Dawn Milburn, Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter at 800.FOSTER.3 (314.367.8373) x41.  Photo courtesy of Sears Portrait Studio.

Ar’Mondre (11) is soft-spoken with warm brown eyes.  He is initially shy around new people, but gradually becomes engaging and talkative.  Ar’Mondre is artistic and creative, and likes to build things.  His independence and sense of humor tend to make Ar’Mondre stand out in a group.  Ar’Mondre is intensely loyal and he is protective of the people in his life, although his behavior does not always portray this.  He enjoys cooking and baking, and his favorite fast food is McDonald’s.  Ar’Mondre wants to be a police officer when he grows up.

 

Ar’Mondre has been in care for eight years. He longs for a loving family to call his own, and would do best in a two parent family with a strong male role model.  For more information, contact Dawn Milburn, Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter at 800.FOSTER.3 (314.367.8373) x41.    Photo courtesy of Sears Portrait Studio.

Blaine (16) is a good natured young man who has severe developmental delays.  He remembers and recognizes the people in his life and his face lights into a happy smile for the people who care about him.

 

Blaine loves water activities, especially swimming, and any other action activities.  He goes to the YMCA for swimming with his foster family.  This easygoing young man gets along well with other children and adults.  To communicate, he points at what he wants to make his needs known.  Blaine needs a very special family who is willing to devote much time to his care. He would reward his caregivers with a dimpled smile that would bring a smile to their face.  To learn more, please contact Ian Forber-Pratt, Extreme Recruiter, at 800.FOSTER.3 (314.367.8373) x32.

Play Video   Carlandis (15) likes to spend time outdoors, and enjoys playing basketball and baseball. He would like to go to Hawaii some day, and thinks it would be “cool” to learn how to surf.  Carlandis is strong academically, and enjoys math, but his grades do not always reflect his abilities.  He enjoys socializing with friends, but also likes quiet, private time. 

 

David and Deja are a “dynamic duo” who are waiting to be adopted.  David (10) is funny, polite and has a great smile that “just doesn’t quit!”  David’s favorite school subject is science.  He appreciates help with homework, especially in spelling, which is his least favorite subject.  David enjoys sports and other outdoor activities, especially basketball, swimming, bowling and kickball. 

Deja (8) can also be described as pleasant and polite.   A third grader, Deja’s favorite subjects are math and writing.  Her preferred leisure activities are coloring, drawing, reading books, and going on vacations.  She likes anything that relates to Hannah Montana, Bratz, That’s so Raven or Zack and Cody.  Her favorite foods are sweet potatoes, pizza, macaroni and cheese, fruit and corn, and she does not like broccoli!  For more information, please call Sheila Suderwalla, Director of APTCH and Project Teen Plus at 800.FOSTER.3 x30.  Photo courtesy of Sears Portrait Studio.

Devonta (11) is a great boy whose favorite sports are baseball and kickball and whose favorite foods are cake and mint-chocolate-chip ice cream.   Devonta says he enjoys  birthday parties, dances, and playing games.  He also likes to laugh at jokes and make funny faces.  He's proud of the good grades he earns in school and is definitely motivated to learn.  Devonta flourishes with one on one instruction.  Math is his favorite.  Devonta has an Individualized Education Plan and will need ongoing support to continue to be successful in school. 

Devonta is a loyal and caring boy.  He remembers people who have been kind to him and has a strong desire to maintain important relationships.  Devonta will be best matched with a family that is able to provide a nurturing and fun household with clear expectations, consistency, and dependability.  When Devonta was asked what he wants to do when he grows up, he said he wants to open his own restaurant and get married.  Devonta would love to have a forever family to support him and help him reach his life goals.  Devonta is a participant in the Wendy’s Wonderful Kids (WWK) program.  For more information about Devonta, please contact Gayle Flavin, Extreme Recruiter, at 314.367.8373 or gayleflavin@foster-adopt.org.  Photo courtesy of Sear Portrait Studio.  

Jervon (15) is a sweet, loving boy who has been waiting patiently for a forever family.  This teen says that he “gets along with other people” and describes himself as “friendly.”  Jervon’s foster parent agrees saying, “he makes good company.”  Jervon is currently in the 10th grade, whereas he does not have a favorite subject, overall he does well in school with one on one attention.  He is described as a “laid back” kid, although he does like being active. He enjoys activities such as swimming and basketball. He also enjoys dancing and singing.  Like most teenagers, he loves playing video games. 

 

Jervon would do well in any family as along as they provided him with love and consistency.  He is legally free for adoption. For more information, contact Sheila Suderwalla, Director of Project Teen Plus and APTCH.  Photo courtesy of Sears Portrait Studio.

Michael (11) is an intelligent, inquisitive soft spoken boy who desires a forever family. Although at first shy, Michael loves playing football and playing outside. Along with most boys his age, his other favorites are video games, watching sports on television, and cartoons. Michael enjoys new experiences like going to museums, or pottery. McDonald’s is one of his favorite picks; he especially loves a McFlurry for dessert.  Ideally Michael would need a two parent family or a single parent family with a strong father figure where Michael is the youngest or only child in the family.

 

Michael is legally free for adoption. For additional information on Michael please contact Liz Johnson, Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Recruiter at 314.FOSTER.3 x31.  Photo courtesy of Sears Portrait Studio.