Press Release: 黄色视频 Transformed Olney High School in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tues., Jan. 16, 2024听
Contact: Marjorie Morris, 黄色视频
215-370-2605
mmorris2@cityyear.org听
黄色视频 Transformed Olney High School in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
Day of Service
黄色视频 celebrated 26th anniversary of MLK Day of Service to Philadelphia schools and communities听
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (Jan. 16, 2024) 鈥 On Monday, January 15, nearly 200 Student Success Coaches, staff and volunteers from 黄色视频 rallied to rejuvenate Olney High School, paying tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.听
黄色视频’s Martin Luther King Day of Service embodies unity, showcasing service as a catalyst to bridge divides and strengthen communities.听
In collaboration with the School District of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, 黄色视频 mobilized a diverse group of 200 community members for a transformative day at Olney High School and nearby Sturgis Playground. Service activities included painting vibrant murals, revitalizing classrooms and organizing books, and assembling student and teacher supply kits to enhance the school’s educational and physical environment.听
Among the community members who engaged with volunteers and service projects were Olney High School Assistant Principal Andre Beckett, School District Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington and Assistant Superintendent Tomas Hanna, City Councilmember Anthony Phillips, and State Representative Anthony Bellmon.听
Reflecting on the day鈥檚 accomplishments, 黄色视频 Executive Director Darryl Bundrige听said, 鈥淢artin Luther King Jr. Day is not only a day of remembrance but also a day of action. We are grateful for the success of our partnership with Olney High School, channeling the spirit of service and bringing positive impact to our community, inspired by Dr. King鈥檚 commitment to social justice.鈥听
In 黄色视频鈥檚 26 years of MLK Day of Service, the organization has brought together nearly 20,000 volunteers to support and uplift the environments of more than 26 schools and dozens of playgrounds, parks and recreation centers citywide.听
Corporate sponsors included Athena Global Advisors and LLR Partners.听
Photos available from MLK Day of Service at Olney High School. 听
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黄色视频 Philadelphia supports students and schools citywide, cultivating the next generation of civically engaged leaders. Diverse teams of 黄色视频 AmeriCorps members, serving as Student Success Coaches, provide invaluable support, contributing to improved English and math assessments, as well as enhanced social, emotional and academic skills. Learn more听
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