At West Point Junior High School, the Warrior Haven/Family Connection Center has been a place where students could find help and hope. Now, with a new, larger space, the center is offering even more support — and creating a true home away from home.
Originally opened two years ago, Warrior Haven recently moved to a bigger area on campus, giving staff and students more room to connect and grow. The expansion has allowed for additional resources, a more welcoming environment and new opportunities for students who need extra support.
“The move has allowed me to make some big, positive changes,” said Debbie Marrott, who oversees the center. “Warrior Haven is doing remarkable things for our students here at West Point Junior High.”
“With a bigger space, we’re able to assist more students with their basic needs,” Marrott said. “It’s been incredible to see how that support has also had a positive impact on their academics.”
Looking ahead, Marrott is developing a reward-based gaming club that will launch next term. The club is designed to encourage students to improve attendance and complete assignments on time.
“My principal has been very supportive — we’ve ordered a gaming system, and I’m excited to see how it motivates students who need an extra incentive,” she said. “It should be fun and meaningful for them.”
For Marrott, Warrior Haven is more than a resource center — it’s a community built on compassion, belonging and connection.
“This is a really cool area,” she said. “The most important thing is that our students know they are accepted, cared for and important to someone. That can change a life.”
