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July 2005
Hunter is looking forward to moving to his own apartment in August. We were able to locate an apartment close enough to home that we won't worry too much, but far enough away from home so Hunter can experience the freedom he so desperately wants. Hunter will live very close to our family friend, David, who will be an important part of helping Hunter transition and adjust to independence.

June 2005
Hunter has now completed his first year of college. We are very proud of his efforts, especially in math. With the help of our family friends, David Monson and Kurtis Smith, Hunter dedicated at least two hours a day studying algebra. It was quite a challenge for Hunter who has always struggled in math but with his extra efforts Hunter managed to get an almost perfect score on his last two tests! Hunter is committed to completing his AA degree as quickly as he is able and has enrolled in two classes over summer.

Besides attending college, Hunter continues to attend acting classes at South Coast Repertory Theater and finds time to do some community volunteer work as well. Hunter has also begun performing his comedy live on stage. He continues to hone his skills as an opening act for several local bands. Hunter hopes to eventually perform at local comedy clubs as well.

Hunter wrote this song with Dave Nachmanoff during a song writing workshop we had during late May 2005. This song is about Hunter's experience volunteering in the community as a tutor for elementary school students..

Everlyn’s Note Hunter Silcock & Dave Nachmanoff March 25, 2005 I woke up one sunny day But the sun meant nothing, though, not even one ray And as I saw the crimson rivers in my eyes I had to do the work that I despised I help with “terea” but don’t make a dime Sometimes it seems like I’m wasting my time The kids keep choosing other volunteers To run in circles was my biggest fear CHORUS: But with Evelyn’s note everything changed Volunteering just isn’t the same It showed me I was doing good When I didn’t see that I could All thanks to Evelyn’s note Bridge: Butterflies, balloons, and green fences And on the back she wrote Thank you for helping me with my sentences And she gave a little smile as she handed me the note Now after that day, I enjoy going back It seems that my vision is back on the track Now every Tuesday rising with the sun I know that volunteering will be fun (Repeat Chorus)

Hunter filming one of three episodes of "Boston Public

 
In the pool with Michael Rapaport on the set of "Boston Public"

 

June 2004
Hunter graduated from Huntington Beach High School. He was able to complete high school in three years!! Hunter is now enrolled at Orange Coast College. He will begin his first semester as a full-time college student in late August. Hunter is very interested in politics and hopes to a major in Political Science throughout his college career. During his free time Hunter is volunteering with the Democratic Party of Orange County.

Hunter continues to pursue his interest in writing, acting and stand-up comedy. Hunter takes acting and improvisation classes through South Coast Repertory Theater. He is a member of the Screen Actors Guild and performs in movies and television shows. He hopes to do lives performances of his political satire.

Hunter is a very talented writer. He has also writing quite a bit of poetry, short stories, and songs. In April, Hunter worked with folk singer, Dave Nachmanoff, to put some of his songs and poetry to music. Hunter's songs will be featured on the Silcock Family CD that Dave Nachmanoff is currently producing. We are excited to hear the professional version of these wonderful and insightful songs.

Hunter in Vegas