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SAFE SCHOOLS FALL 2008 SUMMIT NOVEMBER 19, 2008 SPONSORED BY G. MICHAEL GREEN, DISTRICT ATTORNEY, DELAWARE COUNTY Click here for an Invitation from Mike Green to the Safe School Summit Click here for Safe Schools Summit Topics Click here for the 2008 Safe Schools Summit Registration Form
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Patty DiCostanzo of the District Attorney's Office participated in the Walk for Hope in Philadelphia on September 28, 2008. Patty and her daughter Amy, grandsons Matthew, Dillon and Bobby, granddaughter Samantha and cousin Crystal walked in memory of Patty's sister Mary Ann, brother Harry and for a dear friend. ______________________________________________________________________________________ The Policy Board of Delaware County Victim Services’ 2008 Awards Ceremony
To view the complete photo gallery of the ceremony, click here.
G. Michael Green presented Community Service Awards for professional dedication to organizing and conducting the Prevail Exercise
The Prevail exercise involved Local, County, State and Federal Law Enforcement Officers, transit officials, hospitals, communication teams and First Responders. At the County Council meeting on February 19, 2008, G. Michael Green, District Attorney, presented Community Service Awards to the following for their professional dedication to organizing and conducting the Prevail Exercise:
The 2007 Drug Education For Youth (DEFY) Camp On Monday, June 25, 2007, thirty-two campers from Upper Darby Township and ten counselors, including three Delaware County Assistant District Attorneys, boarded a bus at Beverly Hills Middle School. They were headed to Fort Indian Town Gap to participate in the first annual Upper Darby Township’s Weed and Seed Drug Education for Youth (DEFY) Camp. Joan Scanlon, the Site Coordinator for Upper Darby Township’s Operation Weed and Seed, served as Camp Director. The weeklong DEFY Camp allowed the campers from Upper Darby Township to swim, test their skills in leadership and team challenges, play on the obstacle course and learn about themselves and their fellow campers. Campers received training about the dangers of drugs and alcohol and learned new and constructive ways to overcome adversity and social pressures. The Navy's Drug Demand Reduction Task Force established the Drug Education for Youth (DEFY) Program in 1993. The Program is part of the President's National Drug Control Strategy and is entirely funded by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. The DEFY plan provides drug education, conflict resolution, team building exercises, leadership development and adult mentoring to children between the ages of 9 and 12. The summer camp experience is just the start of a yearlong program. The children will meet with their mentors during the year. Several times throughout the year, the entire group will get together for picnics, drug education, problem-solving games and leadership training. Of course, like camp, a lot of fun and excitement is expected. Assistant District Attorneys Joseph Lesniak, Ian McCurdy and Wana Saadzoi volunteered as counselors for the week. Joe Lesniak, who served as Camp Leader, said that despite the heat and humidity everyone, counselors included, had a wonderful time playing, learning and socializing at DEFY camp. All are looking forward to a great year and another great summer camp experience next June. Joe expressed his gratitude to the Township of Upper Darby and all the sponsors for their generous support and guidance in this worthwhile endeavor. In explaining why he was involved in the program, Joe said, “I truly believe a society must work hard to deserve their children.” The 2007 Chester Youth Empowerment Summit On May 12, 2007, the Chester Youth Collaborative (CYC) and Delaware County District Attorney G. Michael Green co-hosted “The Remix, 2007 Chester Youth Empowerment Summit” at Widener University. This free event attracted over 300 community members. The Summit included workshops and a talent showcase. Mike Green, Chester Mayor Wendell N. Butler, Jr. and Assistant District Attorney Erica Parham were among the speakers. Lamarr Darnell Shield gave the keynote address. Mr. Shield is an author and co-founder of the Urban Leadership Institute. Mr. Shield’s speech focused on self-empowerment, determination and goal setting. Hip-hop legend Slick Rick entertained the crowd. The Summit Planning Committee presented Chester Education Foundation member Elaine Greene-Upton with a Visionary Award. CYC member Romir Kirksey was honored for his leadership skills. After the successful event, Assistant District Attorney Parham said, “I was inspired by the young people who coordinated the Chester Youth Summit. Their desire to control their own destiny through positive actions and hard work is commendable. I was so proud of them. I am grateful to work in an environment that encourages community involvement and fosters partnerships in our community, especially with young people.” Organizers hope that lessons learned at the summit will inspire youth to bring about positive changes in their lifestyle choices, their communities and their schools. The CYC thanks the following organizations for their partnership with the Collaborative: Bethany Baptist Church, Big Brothers Big Sisters SEPA, Chester Arts Alive, Chester Biddy Association, Chester Boys & Girls Club, Chester Branch NAACP, Chester Community Improvement Project, Chester Education Foundation, Chester Housing Authority, Chester Mural Collective, Chester PAL, Chester Rotary Club, Chester Upland School District, Chester Weed and Seed, Chester Youth Build, City of Chester Mayor’s Office, CKHS Healthy Start, Community Action Counsel Wesley House, Crozer-Keystone Health System, Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, Delaware County District Attorney’s Office, Department of Public Welfare, Eastside Neighborhood Connection, Envision Youth Center, Franklin Mint Credit Union, Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, Islamic Center of Chester, J. Lewis Crozer Library, Lighthouse Community Church, Majestic, Inc., Millions More Movement, Musicopia, Pendle Hill, Peniel Recovery Center, Proverbs Basketball League, Saber Program, Siloam United Methodist Church, South Chester Optimist Club, Swarthmore College, Team Mac, The Achievement Project, The Nia Center, Inc., United Way SEPA, United Way Southeastern Delaware County, Wallingford Community Arts Center, Widener University, William Penn Foundation, Youth for Christ, and YWCA of Chester
2007 SEPTA PREVAIL Training Click here for photo galleryThe “Prevail 2007” program focuses on Preventing-Rail (Prevail) terrorism. District Attorney Mike Green is sponsoring training exercises for First Responders to allow them to use their knowledge, training and equipment in simulated drills. These exercises are all over Delaware County and involve multiple agencies. Mike is committed to protecting our community and ensuring that we are prepared to respond to terrorism. On Wednesday, May 30, 2007, the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office sponsored a workshop for tactical responders. Among the participants at the workshop were the SEPTA’s Special Operations Response Team and Safety Unit, the Haverford Police Department Special Operations Team, the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office’s Criminal Investigative Division Explosive Ordnance Unit and the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit. The photos in the gallery are from the May 30, 2007 workshop and exemplify the level of professionalism and dedication of our First Responders. Mike appreciates the following agencies for their participation and professionalism: •SEPTA •Haverford Township •Delco Criminal Investigative Unit Bomb Squad •County of Delaware •Crozier Health System
2007 Shred Fest: On Saturday May 19, 2007, Delaware County District Attorney Mike Green hosted the first annual “Great American Shredding Event” at Rose Tree Park in Upper Providence Delaware County. NBC10 co-sponsored the community education and crime prevention event. Iron Mountain, the Records and Information Management Company, provided the shredders, staff and a truck. Mike hosted the event to help prevent Identity Theft. Identity Theft is the fastest growing non-violent crime in the United States. It affects more than one million individuals each year. Shredding important papers and documents lessens the chance of becoming a victim by more than 50%. Over one thousand people attended the event. Iron Mountain hauled away twenty-two tons of safely shredded documents. 2007 Safe Schools Summit: At the May 31st, 2007 Safe Schools Summit, the Haverford Township Police Department and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency explained their efforts for school emergency preparedness. Learn more about these agencies at: Haverford Township Police Department PEMA Plans, Guides and Presentations
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The Policy Board of Delaware County Victim Services held their annual Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 17. Members of the Board are the Office of the District Attorney, Court Financial Services, Children & Youth Services, Domestic Abuse Project, Family Support Line, Juvenile Court Services, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Parents of Murdered Children, Senior Victim Services and Women Against Rape. The Board (pictured) presented Awards to the following:
On September 18, 2007, Delaware County hosted the Prevail Counter Terrorism field exercise for Emergency Responders. Prevail is an acronym for "Preventing-rail terrorism". The exercise trained and prepared emergency responders to mitigate a terrorist attack on transit vehicles while fostering professional relationships among the participants.
