A quarterly newsletter for our friends, donors and clients to give them a inside look of the developments taking place at Sarah A Reed Children's Center.

1. at Sarah A. Reed Children's Center
Shining Bright
Jim dedicated the past 16 years to making a difference at Sarah Reed, and we are all very grateful for the
many significant advancements he's made for our agency and the 2,100 children we serve annually and
their families. During his leadership, Jim successfully planned the strategic direction of the organization,
expanded programs to meet community demands for children’s mental/behavioral health services, and
ensured that the agency’s short- and long-term financial management needs were met.
"While many CEOs have had the one ability to develop great strategic plans, Jim was one CEO that
always delivered on the objectives,” said Sarah Reed Board Chair William Miller, III. “I am honored to
have worked with Jim during some of the agency’s most extraordinary times.”
Jim was instrumental in several transformational projects totaling $18 million, including a capital
campaign at the main Residential Campus that resulted in a new Administrative Building, the Leslie
Medical Center, the B&L Dining Hall, and Susan Hirt Hagen Hall. He is also responsible for the
acquisition and renovation of the former Hamilton School, which houses the Partial and Acute Partial
Hospitalization Programs and the new Sanctuary for Integrated Health & Wellness Park. Jim also led
the efforts to construct Sarah Reed’s newest 12-bed residential unit, James N. Herr Hall, which opened in
2019 and is meeting the increasing demand for intensive 24-hour care for children ages 5-18.
Jim is a life-long resident of Erie. He graduated from Mercyhurst College (now University) in 1974 with
a B.A. in history and holds an advanced certificate in finance. He will continue to reside in Fairview with
his wife, Cindy. Thank you, Jim, for shaping Sarah Reed into the first-class agency that it is today!
Jim Mando announced his
retirement in June after 16
years of service to the
agency. Over the years,
Jim has successfully led
Sarah Reed through
several transformational
improvements totaling $18
million. All of us wish Jim
the very best!
2445 West 34th Street
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 838-1954
www.SarahReed.org
Best Wishes to Jim Mando on His Retirement After 16 Years
Sarah Reed Welcomes Adrienne Dixon, Ph.D. as New President/CEO
Fall 2020
Sarah A. Reed Children's Center
"Throughout my tenure with the agency, I've had the opportunity to work in virtually every level of
care. I believe my commitment and dedication to multiple aspects of the organization’s operation,
programming, finances and staff development – along with my acute clinical and interpersonal
abilities – have positioned me to contribute immensely to the success of Sarah Reed."
Adrienne Dixon, Ph.D.
President/CEO
Dr. Dixon represents the agency on numerous boards at the local, state and regional level, including: the
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College Board of Trustees, the Children’s Advocacy Center Board, the Erie
Migrant Head Start Advisory Board, the Erie County Community Development Board, and the Greater
Calvary Human Service Board. As a faculty member in the counseling program at Edinboro University, she
serves on the President’s Diversity Council and is co-chair of the Frederick Douglass Advisory Committee.
The entire Sarah Reed family congratulates Dr. Dixon on her new role!
Prior to becoming the President/CEO of Sarah Reed, Dr. Dixon served as the agency’s associate vice president of residential and
community services for the past 18 years. She has over 35 years of clinical experience as a professional counselor and administrator.
Dr. Dixon plans to build on the Children’s Center’s vision of trauma focused, client-centered treatment for children, families and adults
struggling with emotional and behavioral challenges. She anticipates developing community partnerships that explore new ways to
deliver innovative, quality behavioral health care that promotes a culture of wellness.
Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center’s Board of Directors announced that they have selected Dr. Adrienne Dixon to serve as the agency’s
President/CEO following the recent retirement of former President/CEO James D. Mando.
“The Board is proud to welcome Dr. Dixon as the next President/CEO of Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center,” said Board Chair William
Miller, III. “Dr. Dixon has been making a difference at Sarah Reed for 32 years. She understands all the different aspects of this agency
and most importantly, she understands the needs and the challenges of the children, adults and families we serve."

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Students Return to Emerson-Gridley
Outpatient Therapy Remains Flexible
Jessica Rose, a behavior counselor
at Hamilton, applies hand sanitizer
to a student in the Partial
Hospitalization Program.
After a brief suspension of services due to
COVID-19, psychological testing services
have resumed. New safety measures have
been put in place through consultation with
the Erie County Health Department and
Sarah Reed's leadership team. Additionally,
clinicians have completed continuing
education and training in remote
assessment. As always, the goal of our
testing clinic is to provide a safe, yet sound,
clinical service.
For more information,
please contact Dr. Sallie
Richards, supervisor of
psychological assessment
services, at (814) 835-3121
or via e-mail at
srichards@sarahreed.org.
School-Based Outpatient Services
Hamilton Campus: Set-Up for Success
Back to School Spotlight
Sarah Reed students at our Hamilton Partial Hospitalization Program are back to school with
safety measures in place to keep everyone healthy. A video was sent out to prepare them for what
to expect, including temperature checks before entering the buses and building, mask wearing,
proper hand washing and social distancing guidelines. You can view this video at
bit.ly/PartialProgramVideo. We realize that these additional steps throughout the day may feel
like a big challenge when considering the behavioral and mental health needs of our clients, but all
of our students are off to a terrific start. We are so proud of them and our amazing staff for all of
their hard work setting the school up for success!
PSYCH SNIPPETS
BONUS
Material
Did you know Sarah Reed provides outpatient
behavioral health services to students while they're
at school? Therapists Katy Holland, LPC and
Meghan Probst, LCSW talk more about this vital
program in episode 12 of Psych Snippets. Meghan
is a full-time therapist at McDowell Senior High
School and Katy divides her time between Belle
Valley Elementary, Tracy Elementary and Villa
Maria Academy. You can access Psych Snippets
via the About Us section of our website:
www.SarahReed.org/sarah-reeds-psych-snippets
September 8th marked the first day the halls of Emerson-Gridley have seen
students since March 13th. The staff were happy to welcome our Sanctuary©
Based Learning Program (SBLP) students back into the building! The students
seem to be adjusting well to the new protocols, including temperature checks and
wearing masks. Our staff have been working extremely hard and being very
creative in figuring out ways to engage our virtual students in their classes as
well. Teaching in-person students and students
doing virtual learning at the same time has proven
challenging, but with the help of our dedicated team
we are figuring it out!
Back to school looks different for our outpatient mobile therapists and psychiatrists
this school year with some students learning remotely. They have embraced
telehealth and they are taking proper precautions by wearing PPE and offering PPE
to the clients they visit in-person. It is our priority to make sure the children we
serve are safely and effectively supported, no matter
where they are. We send a very heartfelt thank you to
the staff at our Outpatient facility for their
commitment to the children and a job well done in
preparing for this unique school year.
www.sarahreed.org/sarah-reeds-psych-snippets
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Psychological Testing
Services Available for
Children & Adults

3. Due to social distancing, the children remained in their
residential units for the 2020 Summer Reading & Math
Program rather than receiving in-person education at the
former Ridgefield Elementary School as we had done in past
years. The program took place June 17th - August 12th and
the children and staff relied heavily on Chromebooks for the
students' math, reading and psychoeducational lessons.
Thanks to our generous donors who contribute through the
Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program, Sarah Reed
had a head start on the technology that would become crucial
to navigating COVID-19. With the help of our donors, we'd
already secured 62 Chromebooks by April 2020, which
created a more seamless transition to remote learning.
The agency recently launched the 150th Anniversary
Technological Initiative to raise funds to equip all of our
students, staff and campuses with the technology they need
during this time. If you're interested in making a gift
towards this effort, please visit www.SarahReed.org/donate
or call (814) 835-7602.
Virtual Art Show Still On Display for Community
Each year, the children in our Residential Program host an art show for their peers and
staff in the B&L Dining Hall on the grounds of our Residential campus in Millcreek. This
year, our Art and Recreation Department staff worked their magic and successfully
uploaded all 171 creations so that we could share the children's artwork with you for our
first Virtual Art Show! If you haven't had a chance to see the artwork yet, it's still
available to view at bit.ly/SarahReedArtShow.
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Residential shift leader Zachary
Thompson (above) takes a break
from coaching during Yard Games
2020 on August 26th. The children
enjoyed a day filled with potato sack
races, lawn Jenga, and lots of other
fun outdoor games!
Safely Making a Splash this Summer
Children's Corner
In June, Erie Arts & Culture solicited artwork from Erie
County youth in response to one question, “How are you
feeling?” Our students submitted 42 pieces of art ranging
from original works to coloring book pages to convey their
emotions. Visit www.erieartsandculture.org/sarah-reed
to see their submissions. Special thanks to Erie Arts &
Culture for arranging this creative opportunity!
Children and staff had a blast during the Slippin' & Slidin' Activity
Day on July 30th! This much-needed day of fun and sun was made
possible thanks to a generous gift from a parent donor and was one of
the many 6 Feet Apart 2020 activities at Residential this summer.
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This collaborative piece made by the
children in our Residential Program
highlights social justice and is one of the
featured works in Sarah Reed's first
Virtual Art Show.
Chromebooks Make Summer
Program a Success
Children's Art Displayed at Erie Arts & Culture's Youth Show
Darrylanne Adams,
Campus School Supervisor
Sarah A. Reed Children's Center
"The kids love using the
Chromebooks every day, and
we've had a lot less
behavioral issues this year
during the Summer Program.
The Chromebooks and the
educational software we use
allow each student to work
at his or her own pace. Some
of our younger students are
currently learning to read by
listening to audiobooks, and
we have older students
working on calculus and
studying for the SATs!"
Children Compete in Yard Games 2020

4. Staff Member John Kathman Transforms Hamilton Hallway
At first glance you may think you're walking through the National
Aquarium in Baltimore or scuba diving off the coast of California.
That's the power of John Kathman's artistic abilities as he
transforms our Hamilton hallway into an underwater paradise! John
began this project in April 2020 and is continuing to work on it
throughout the school year.
Special thanks to John for sharing his talents with us and creating a
breathtaking space for students and staff to enjoy!
This summer Sarah Reed staff members collected books,
clothing, appliances, toys and more for the first ever Sarah's
Great Giveaway, which was held August 9th in the parking lot of
our Outpatient Program at the Professional Building. The items
were free for the community, and the response was so positive
that we plan to have another event in Spring 2021! Pictured here
(L to R) are Sarah Reed staff members Dr. Brittany Hayden,
Kelli Denial, and Mandy Longstreth.
Special thanks to all of our donors and volunteers who
made Sarah's Great Giveaway a success!
Local Businesses Make Staff Appreciation
Event a Success
Thank You to the Following Businesses
That Donated to Our
2020 Employee Appreciation Event:
Altered State Distillery
Andora's Bubble Tea Shop
Brew Ha Ha
Buona Cucina
Calamari's Squid Row
Chick-fil-A
Claytopia
Jo's Brooklyn Bagel
Penn Shore Winery
Pinkberry
Presque Isle Wine Cellars
Pressed Coffee Shop
Romolo's Chocolates
Sam's Club
Stevo's Pizza
Trellis
Underdog BBQ
U Pick Six Tap House
WegmansStaff Spotlight: Darleen Wade
ERIE
In lieu of our annual employee picnic at Waldameer Park & Water
World this year, we showed our staff appreciation by raffling off gift
baskets and gift certificates from local Erie businesses. Every day
during the first two weeks of August, employee names were drawn and
each staff member won a prize. We want to thank our local businesses
for their donations and discounts they extended to us. Their support
helped us recognize our employees who do an amazing job every day!
Navigating Uncertainty with Courage & Creativity
Fall 2020
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"Sarah's Great Giveaway" Helps Erie Community Residents
John Kathman, shift leader for
the Partial Hospitalization
Program, stands in front of the
underwater paradise he's
creating along the halls of our
Hamilton Campus in Erie.
Want to join Darleen and be a hero for the 2,100 children, adults and families we serve? Check out our latest job postings
at sarahreed.e3applicants.com!
"I'M A HERO BECAUSE I CARE ABOUT
THE KIDS. I AM PASSIONATE ABOUT MY
JOB AND UP TO THE CHALLENGE OF
HELPING THEM OVERCOME THEIR
TRAUMA."
Darleen is a part-time clinical care staff
member at our Residential campus. She
typically works weekends and enjoys
her flexible schedule. Her love of
working with youth who have
experienced trauma brought her to Sarah
Reed almost a year ago. Since starting,
Darleen feels that she is able to have a
direct impact on the children receiving
treatment and loves that she can build
rapport with each child. She feels valued
and appreciated, and she loves the open
communication across the agency.
DARLEEN WADE, CLINICAL CARE STAFF

5. 150th Anniversary Tech Initiative Sets $250,000 Goal
Chromebooks for Children and Staff
Laptops for Teachers, Therapists and Staff
Webcams for Staff Computers
Free-Standing Temperature Screening Kiosks
SmartBoards
Air Cards for Internet Connectivity
Educational Software
Wi-Fi Access Points
HIPAA-Compliant Telehealth Software
With the onset of COVID-19, many of our programs were forced to move to a virtual platform in accordance
with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services guidelines. In order to meet the new social distancing
regulations and cover the unexpected and ever-growing costs that are associated with our new provision of
therapeutic care and education, we've developed the 150th Anniversary Technological Initiative.
Contributions to this fund will help us meet the overwhelming new demand for a wide range of educational
and medical technology to keep everyone safe,
such as:
ERIEBANK Gives Generously Through EITC
Program
If you'd like to learn more about this project, please contact Gary L. Bukowski, MA, CFRE, associate vice president of development,
at (814) 835-7602 or e-mail GBukowski@SarahReed.org. Thank you!
Donors Set a Record on Erie Gives Day
Mail your donation to:
Sarah A. Reed Children's Center
ATTN Development Office
2445 West 34th Street
Erie, PA 16506
We’d like to send another big thank you to our friends at ERIEBANK for their
generous gift of $22,500 through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program!
This donation will be used towards our Summer Reading & Math Program, which
runs for eight weeks each summer at our Residential Treatment Program and helps
the children continue learning and prepares them for the next academic year.
Here are a few comments from the students who attended this year's program:
Does your company participate in the Educational Improvement Tax Credit
Program? It's a great way to support our agency and the children we serve! For
more information, please contact Gary L. Bukowski, MA, CFRE, associate vice
president of development, at (814) 835-7602 or GBukowski@SarahReed.org.
Our Donors Make a Difference
Our Erie Gives Day donors set a new record this year! We had a grand total of $18,394
that was raised by donors who either gave online through ErieGives.org or directly to
Sarah Reed. Plus, we had donors who secured matching gifts from the great companies
they work for, like Erie Insurance, First National Bank of PA, Accudyn Products, Inc.
and Highmark Health! Every dollar will benefit the children and families we serve, and
a majority of the gifts will be used towards the 150th Anniversary Technological
Initiative. Thank you to everyone who supported us this year!
Thank you, ERIEBANK! Pictured here (L to
R): William DeLuca, Senior VP of ERIEBANK;
Gary Bukowski, CFRE, Associate VP of
Development at Sarah Reed; Rob Freeman,
CPA, VP of Finance & Operations at Sarah
Reed; Adrienne Dixon, Ph.D., President/CEO
of Sarah Reed; and Allison Hodas, CTP,
Assistant VP of Commercial Banking at
ERIEBANK.
Fall 2020
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"I learned division and multiplication during Summer Program." N.H., age 10 (Chester, PA)
"I got better at math and language this summer." T.T., age 16 (Erie, PA)
"The Chromebook helps me understand my schoolwork better." A.Z., age 17 (Camp Hill, PA)
"I used the Duolingo app to help me improve my English." E.M., age 15 (Erie, PA)
Ways to Give to the
150th Anniversary Technological Initiative:
Online at www.SarahReed.org/Donate
Call (814) 835-7602
Thank you!
Consider Making a Gift Through Your IRA
Have you ever thought about making a gift through your 401K, IRA or donor-advised
fund? These are just a few of the many ways you can make a difference at Sarah Reed
when you become a member of the Sarah A. Reed Legacy Society. Visit us online at
https://sarahareed.plannedgiving.org for more giving ideas or contact Gary L. Bukowski,
MA, CFRE, associate vice president of development, at (814) 835-7602 or e-mail
GBukowski@sarahreed.org.

6. Sarah Reed has a team of over 320 dedicated staff members including 5 licensed
psychologists, 2 staff psychiatrists, 3 consulting psychiatrists, 1 psychiatric fellow, 1
consulting family practitioner, and 1 Locum-certified registered nurse practitioner. We've
been featuring some of these amazing people for our Facebook campaign, Behind the
Mask. Connect with us online to learn a few fun facts about these staff heroes (and many
more!) who we're proud to call our Sarah Reed family. Facebook.com/SarahReedCC
If you no longer wish to receive our
newsletter or you prefer to get our e-mail
edition, please contact Stephenie Bojc in
the Development Office at
(814) 835-7604 or
SBojc@sarahreed.org.
Thank you!
2445 West 34th Street
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 838-1954
www.SarahReed.org
Did You Know...
Celebrating 149 Years!
Our agency received it's official charter
on November 29, 1871 and was able to
help 80 people during its first year.
We're so excited to soon be kicking-off
our 150th Year of Service!
Behind the Mask: Meet a Few of Our Staff Heroes
Michael Melian-Velez
Clinical Care Staff
Kyle Shreve
Education Specialist
Deja Lyons
Clinical Care Staff
DJ Pierce, RN
Residential Nurse
Mason Keys
Clinical Care Staff
Jennifer Held, MS
Therapist
Tanisha Johnson
Clinical Care Staff
Chris Falandys
Shift Leader
Get your Halloween costumes ready...
we've transformed our annual Trail of
Treats event into an online costume contest!
Follow us on Facebook for all the
upcoming details or contact Molly Myers at
(814) 835-7606 or MMyers@sarahreed.org.
Trail of Treats Event
Goes Virtual