Despite what hardships or cutbacks we might be having to make right now, as Internet marketers we are truly fortunate to work in an industry that we love and supports ourselves and families.
I am a firm believer of passing on some of that fortune, that's why I want to tell you about the Boone Middle School Technology Student Association - a co-curricular technology club of which I am the Chapter Advisor.
Boone Middle School is in Haines City, Fl. It is a Title 1 school, which means that the vast majority of their students come from low income or at risk homes.
The Technology Student Association is a great program, and it has a history of taking kids that have little or no direction and giving them something to be passionate about, something to enjoy.
Fact: Many of our best academic competitors were once troubled or at-risk kids.
I'm involved with the organization as an educator because it reminds me of myself at that age - all geeked out and constantly interested in technology. Unfortunately, we didn't this awesome program at my school!
BooneTSA is trying to fund raise to cover costs associated with getting to State competition. Six of our kids have already qualified, but as most come from lower economic backgrounds - their parents can't swing sending them to the 3-night overnight conference - to be held in Orlando.
I've put together a basic landing page on my main Florida Mortgage Blogger site to collect donations for the club, and have also provided a version of it below.
Should you wish to donate - please click the "Donate" button in the Sprout Widget below. Oh - and be sure to watch the video to get a real sense of what these kiddos are up to! It will definitely boost your morale re: the future of our Great Nation!
Please use any, and or, all your power as Internet marketers to speed the word about this very very deserving cause!
Page Sponsored By Kevin Sandridge, the Florida Mortgage Blogger.
1 Comments on At Risk Technology Students - Help Them Get to State Contest!
MAR
26
2009
Kevin, I'm thinking back when I was small and how there was barely any programs for youths to get involved in. The few ones that were available, parents in our community could not afford. I support your efforts and will do my part. Hats off to Boone Middle School !!!
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Kevin, I'm thinking back when I was small and how there was barely any programs for youths to get involved in. The few ones that were available, parents in our community could not afford. I support your efforts and will do my part. Hats off to Boone Middle School !!!