Adoption Profiles

Introducing Jalisa...

Jalisa is a very bright girl with tremendous strengths. Outgoing and vibrant, she can be a leader in many situations. Jalisa is an intelligent child who is not afraid to voice her opinions. She has a vast assortment of hobbies that keep her busy, including arts and crafts, knitting, drawing, fixing hair, and playing on the computer. She is also very athletic and enjoys sports, particularly running track.
Jalisa attends regular classes at school. She is an intelligent girl with the ability to excel, academically. Jalisa needs to understand the importance of attending class if she hopes to fulfill her goal of going to college. She needs to remember to be respectful, even when she's upset. Birthday: March 7, 1991

A Family for Jalisa...

Jalisa was responsible for herself for some time, so she needs an adoptive family that is experienced with teenagers and who will encourage her to be one. She needs parents that can offer guidance and understand her personality and ways of expressing herself. A stable family in a calm environment will be ideal for Jalisa. She needs an educated adoptive family to encourage her academics and clearly express the necessity for compliance and attendance. (NC #092-1977)

For more information on this child or adoption and foster care, in general, call NC Kids Adoption and Foster Care Network toll free at 1-877-NCKIDS-1 (1-877-625-4371).

Introducing Janinna...

It's no coincidence that this adorable child was born on Valentine's Day. Janinna will surely win your heart with her beautiful smile. Janinna enjoys playing dress up, wearing nail polish, and putting on pretty jewelry. She also likes to play with her Barbie doll, play outside, and go to the park. Ice cream is her favorite thing to eat.

Janinna attends regular classes at school. Counseling is helping her practice appropriate conduct and learn to express her feelings in acceptable ways. Janinna has made a great deal of progress since moving into her current foster home. Birthday: February 14, 1998

A Family for Janinna...

Janinna needs strong role models as adoptive parents. They should be eager to provide her with unconditional love and a place in which she feels safe to harbor her feelings. Janinna needs consistency with clearly set rules and consistent feedback and direction. It would be ideal for her to maintain contact with her siblings. (NC #041-876)

For more information on this child or adoption and foster care, in general, call NC Kids Adoption and Foster Care Network toll free at 1-877-NCKIDS-1 (1-877-625-4371).

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Last Modified: October 3, 2006