What’s in a Stone?

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TouchStone

 

That which is of excellent quality that is used to test the excellence or genuineness of others.

 

Gemstone

 

A precious or semiprecious stone. Rarity lends value to a gemstone.
The Gemstones of TouchStone7 are our young people who we refer to as “Gems”.

 

Keystone

 

The CENTRAL stone at the top of an arch that holds all the other stones in place.
The Keystones of TouchStone7 are all those who support the “Gems”,
understanding they have a part to play in their successes.
The Keystone is YOU.

 

Cornerstone

 

The CENTRAL supporting element on which someone or something depends.
The Cornerstones of TouchStone7 are our Support & Services.

 

Milestone

 

An event that marks a significant change or stage in development.
The Milestones of TouchStone7 are reached by our youth and acknowledged and celebrated by every Keystone.

 

Capstone

 

The Capstone of TouchStone7 is the celebration of the achievements in the lives of our youth
from the time they enter TouchStone7 to the time they make their successful transition into their adult lives.
 
 
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Our aging-out youth should have the opportunity to maintain whatever stability they have in their lives so they can, not just transition into adulthood, but thrive in it.