Devon Sanders (may he rest in peace) died in July of 2016. He was a son, a brother, a loyal friend, and a loved one to the community of Manor. He graduated from Manor Newtech High School last June. He was accepted into the University of Houston - Victoria for the fall 2016 semester. Devon understood the value of education and aspired to become a lawyer. One thing Devon wanted was a library and he was extremely excited when it was announced the school would finally have one. Sadly, he didn't live long enough to see his desire come to life. We, as creators of this petition kindly ask you to sign this in support of naming the library at Manor Newtech the Devon B. Sanders Memorial Library. Signatures collected will be presented to the Manor ISD school board to show community support of this effort. Our hopes are that along with keeping alive the memory of our beloved community member, Devon and his name will serve as a beacon of inspiration for all students who walk the very same halls Devon did.
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December 4, 2016
I just looked at the count and hit two hundred fifty signatures which feels totally surreal because honestly I was just hoping a few friends would see this. It is honestly overwhelming to see so many people remembering Devon like this and I keep getting distracted by the notifications popping up on my phone while I try to get through my day.
Reached 250 supporters
December 2, 2016
December 1, 2016
I was just looking at the count and we are nearly halfway to that milestone so please just send the direct link to a few people in your life right now because I really want to hand this over to the school board feeling heavy with our collective momentum. It still feels surreal thinking about how much he loved this idea and I keep getting distracted by memories of him but we have to focus on this push before the next board meeting comes around.
Reached 100 supporters
November 27, 2016
November 25, 2016
I was looking at the board meeting schedule today and got this sudden urge to check our progress because we are just about to hit 100 signatures. It feels like such a huge hurdle to clear and if everyone reading this right now could just send the link to a single person we might actually hit that mark before I head over there.
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I pray you would give this family every consideration. This young man was exemplary and this would be a great testament to his life.
Hello Y'all pls share this link... let's not forget this young man was killed in his very own neighborhood left to die in the street.... he didn't deserve this. Pls share with your family & friends.. he wanted this library for the students at Manor Newtech!
Just a wonderful kid. I am very grateful for all the love and support. Devon was an awesome son, brother and friend! Let's keep his laughter and spirit alive! This library was his dream for Manor Newtech!
I truly support this effort this was one of my favorite students. May he RIP. Mrs.J
Devon was a great friend and an even better person to connect with. He will always be remembered as the laughter of Manor New Tech.
Rest in eternal peace Devon.
Name the library after Devon
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Devon Sanders (may he rest in peace) died in July of 2016. He was a son, a brother, a loyal friend, and a loved one to the community of Manor. He graduated from Manor Newtech High School last June. He was accepted into the University of Houston - Victoria for the fall 2016 semester. Devon understood the value of education and aspired to become a lawyer. One thing Devon wanted was a library and he was extremely excited when it was announced the school would finally have one. Sadly, he didn't live long enough to see his desire come to life. We, as creators of this petition kindly ask you to sign this in support of naming the library at Manor Newtech the Devon B. Sanders Memorial Library. Signatures collected will be presented to the Manor ISD school board to show community support of this effort. Our hopes are that along with keeping alive the memory of our beloved community member, Devon and his name will serve as a beacon of inspiration for all students who walk the very same halls Devon did.
Updates
December 4, 2016
I just looked at the count and hit two hundred fifty signatures which feels totally surreal because honestly I was just hoping a few friends would see this. It is honestly overwhelming to see so many people remembering Devon like this and I keep getting distracted by the notifications popping up on my phone while I try to get through my day.
Reached 250 supporters
December 2, 2016
December 1, 2016
I was just looking at the count and we are nearly halfway to that milestone so please just send the direct link to a few people in your life right now because I really want to hand this over to the school board feeling heavy with our collective momentum. It still feels surreal thinking about how much he loved this idea and I keep getting distracted by memories of him but we have to focus on this push before the next board meeting comes around.
Reached 100 supporters
November 27, 2016
November 25, 2016
I was looking at the board meeting schedule today and got this sudden urge to check our progress because we are just about to hit 100 signatures. It feels like such a huge hurdle to clear and if everyone reading this right now could just send the link to a single person we might actually hit that mark before I head over there.
60 Comments
He was a great friend my first friend that talk to me in my freshman year may he rest in peace .
I pray you would give this family every consideration. This young man was exemplary and this would be a great testament to his life.
Hello Y'all pls share this link... let's not forget this young man was killed in his very own neighborhood left to die in the street.... he didn't deserve this. Pls share with your family & friends.. he wanted this library for the students at Manor Newtech!
Just a wonderful kid. I am very grateful for all the love and support. Devon was an awesome son, brother and friend! Let's keep his laughter and spirit alive! This library was his dream for Manor Newtech!
I truly support this effort this was one of my favorite students. May he RIP. Mrs.J
Devon was a great friend and an even better person to connect with. He will always be remembered as the laughter of Manor New Tech.
Rest in eternal peace Devon.
Name the library after Devon
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He was a great friend my first friend that talk to me in my freshman year may he rest in peace .