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There’s an old train of thought about preachers’ children, which implies they are the most devious of all. We’ve all probably heard it. For Jordan, 15, being a pastor’s son has not been easy. There still ...

Shared parental experiences can lead to healing and success for children Jose Gonzales knows a thing or two about working with young people. He’s worked 21 years in public education. He coaches track, football and basketball ...

Jimmie and Sherry are committed to Boys Ranch  Boy Ranch is a special place. It has been home to more than 12,000 young people. The youth age, leave and go on about their lives. Even so, ...

Discipline learned at Boys Ranch key to unlocking runners’ success When Ryan arrived at Boys Ranch in 2010 at age 9, he measured in at 4’6” and weighed 54 pounds. He was tall for his age. ...

After two years at Boys Ranch, Celeste said the most important things she has learned are gratitude, the power of structure and how to manage her time wisely. Celeste is extremely grateful for her house parents ...

After two years at Boys Ranch, Simon believes the most valuable lesson he learned was how to interact with different types of people. Simon thanks all his coaches for always motivating him to improve himself. One ...

After graduation, Jameson is returning home to San Diego, California. He says his two years at Boys Ranch has taught important life-lessons, particularly money management skills. As Jameson prepares for life after Boys Ranch, he has ...

Emily has called Boys Ranch, Texas, home for the past 13 years. She believes the love, support and opportunities at Boy Ranch have prepared her for life after graduation. Though she says she will miss all ...

Widely known as “Skinny,” Sebastian plans to attend Clarendon College in Clarendon, Texas, this fall to become a welder after he spends the summer back home in Kansas. His three years at Boys Ranch taught him ...