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Click here to view our calendar of community events, Philadelphia public school notices, and local career and internship fairs.
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What: A free event for the whole family, featuring games, live entertainment, health screenings, information on health & education, and celebrity appearances! To register, donate and volunteer, please visit streetgamesphilly.evenbrite.com.
Where: ParkWest Town Center 52nd & Jefferson Streets
When: Saturday, September 18th 11 am - 3 pm |
What: A free inschool program that prepares high school students for higher education and career development. The 2010-2011 Career Clubs will feature facilitators from Widener University, Bryn Mawr College, Aria School of Nursing, University of the Sciences, and many more institutions, and cover such topics as college preparation, resume writing, interviewing skills, choosing a major, and professionalism.
Where: Student Success Centers at Germantown High School & Thomas Edison High School
When: Once a month from September to December 2010 (Session 1), & January to May 2010 (Session 2)
For more information about Career Clubs or to sign up for a session, please email Carolyn Geers at cgeers@philadelphiachildrensfoundation.org, or visit the Philadelphia Children's Foundation's Facebook page. |
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What: A free program that donates 1,000 new books to public elementary schools in Philadelphia, and features special presentations by local politicians and community leaders. Click here to read The Philadelphia Tribune's coverage of Reading for Success at Kinsey Elementary School with State Senator Leanna Washington.
Up next: Reading for Success at Guion S. Bluford Elementary School
For more information about Reading for Success or to request one at your school, please email Tia Diggs at tdiggs@philadelphiachildrensfoundation.org, or visit the Philadelphia Children's Foundation's Facebook page.
186th Student Achievement College Fair
What: Hosted by Representative Kenyatta Johnson and the School District of Philadelphia, this fair will feature 30 colleges and universities, including state system of higher education schools and historically black colleges and universities. There will be workshops for students and parents about choosing the right college, applying to college, and applying for financial aid and scholarships. For more information, please call (215) 952-3378.
Where: GW Childs School 1541 S 17th Street
When: Sunday, November 14th 10 am - 3 pm
Click here to view PCF's newsletter!
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