Project Ready is a signature program of the National Urban League that provides expanded opportunity, as well as enhanced academic and social support. The Project Ready curriculum is composed of three key components: academic development, social development, cultural and global awareness.
The Project Ready College Access Curriculum integrates academic preparation for college along with life skills development, personal, global, and cultural awareness to create a more comprehensive and holistic approach to college readiness.
In April 2010, Project Ready began a partnership with West End Academy and Crim Open Campus High School, and in June students from both schools participated in Project Ready’s six week summer session. The six week summer program enhanced the college readiness of these high school students by addressing their academic, social, and cultural developmental needs.
As Project Ready resumes its relationship with Crim and West End Academy, the program will continue its mission of preparing urban youth for post-secondary education success. Project Ready students will receive a wide range of support, including:
ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
• academic tutorial
• test taking techniques
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
• tour college campuses, learn about the admissions process, campus life, and financial aid
• take behind the business tours of work sites
• learn about entrepreneurship from local business owners
• enjoy bonding and team building outings to sporting events, parks, and entertainment venues
• attend financial literacy workshops
CULTURAL and GLOBAL AWARENESS
• tour museums
• engage in service learning projects
• attend plays and other cultural events
By providing students with these support systems and enhanced opportunities, Project Ready will help students successfully transition from high school to college.
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Monday, January 31, 2011
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
First General Body Meeting held at STATS
A capacity crowd attended the Atlanta Urban League Young Professionals’ first general body meeting of 2011 on Jan. 17 at STATS, located at 300 Marietta St. NW in Atlanta.
The organization inducted members of its new executive committee, which included AULYP President Travis Townsend Jr. and Vice President Ciji Tatum, along with other officers and committee chairs.
For many attendees, it was their first time attending an AULYP meeting. Immediately following the program, a committee fair was conducted to allow people to learn more about and join the organization’s several committees.
Townsend unveiled a host of new initiatives for AULYP, which included changes to meetings to allow more member involvement. This year, AULYP members will receive discounts at a number of businesses, which in turn will benefit from the increased patronage. Also, an AULYP community service task force will be formed to further support Atlanta Urban League programs. In addition, Townsend announced plans to expand AULYP’s annual entrepreneur boot camp event in support of entrepreneurs.
Meeting attendees also had the honor of hearing from Nancy Flake Johnson, Atlanta Urban League president, who introduced attendees to the Urban League community and its array of programs that she urged them to get involved in.
“Our movement today is just as important as it was 100 years ago,” said Johnson.
Please join AULYP at our February Personal and Professional Development meeting. Location details will be announced soon.
For more information, visit our website at www.AULYP.net.
- Marcus E. Howard
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The organization inducted members of its new executive committee, which included AULYP President Travis Townsend Jr. and Vice President Ciji Tatum, along with other officers and committee chairs.
For many attendees, it was their first time attending an AULYP meeting. Immediately following the program, a committee fair was conducted to allow people to learn more about and join the organization’s several committees.
Townsend unveiled a host of new initiatives for AULYP, which included changes to meetings to allow more member involvement. This year, AULYP members will receive discounts at a number of businesses, which in turn will benefit from the increased patronage. Also, an AULYP community service task force will be formed to further support Atlanta Urban League programs. In addition, Townsend announced plans to expand AULYP’s annual entrepreneur boot camp event in support of entrepreneurs.
Meeting attendees also had the honor of hearing from Nancy Flake Johnson, Atlanta Urban League president, who introduced attendees to the Urban League community and its array of programs that she urged them to get involved in.
“Our movement today is just as important as it was 100 years ago,” said Johnson.
Please join AULYP at our February Personal and Professional Development meeting. Location details will be announced soon.
For more information, visit our website at www.AULYP.net.
- Marcus E. Howard
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Sunday, January 16, 2011
AULYP Celebrates 10years
In this new year, the Atlanta Urban League Young Professionals is celebrating its 10th anniversary.
AULYP is comprised of young professionals across metro Atlanta who are dedicated to serving their local communities. Members engage in a variety of community activities, development workshops, networking and social events, while establishing real connections with other professionals and supporting the Atlanta Urban League.
At 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, AULYP will conduct its first general body meeting of 2011 at STATS, located at 300 Marietta Street NW in Atlanta. Originally set for Jan. 10, it was rescheduled due to the recent snow storm.
Individuals interested in membership in AULYP can learn a lot about the organization by attending the meeting. New AULYP officers will also be inducted during the meeting.
A membership discount of $65 will be offered to everyone who attends. In addition, there will be an opportunity to learn about joining AULYP’s seven committees, which plan the organization’s activities throughout the year.
Drink specials will be available to those who show their AULYP membership card to the bartender and complimentary appetizers will be served to all.
Hope to see you there and bring a friend!
- Marcus E. Howard Read more ...
AULYP is comprised of young professionals across metro Atlanta who are dedicated to serving their local communities. Members engage in a variety of community activities, development workshops, networking and social events, while establishing real connections with other professionals and supporting the Atlanta Urban League.
At 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, AULYP will conduct its first general body meeting of 2011 at STATS, located at 300 Marietta Street NW in Atlanta. Originally set for Jan. 10, it was rescheduled due to the recent snow storm.
Individuals interested in membership in AULYP can learn a lot about the organization by attending the meeting. New AULYP officers will also be inducted during the meeting.
A membership discount of $65 will be offered to everyone who attends. In addition, there will be an opportunity to learn about joining AULYP’s seven committees, which plan the organization’s activities throughout the year.
Drink specials will be available to those who show their AULYP membership card to the bartender and complimentary appetizers will be served to all.
Hope to see you there and bring a friend!
- Marcus E. Howard Read more ...
January is National Mentoring Month
January is National Mentoring Month, which spotlights mentoring and its positive impact on the lives of our youth.
For many of us, there has been someone in our lives – whether a teacher, coach, neighbor, relative or authoritative figure – who offered guidance or encouragement that helped us become who we are today.
Created in January 2002 by the Harvard School of Public Health and MENTOR, National Mentoring Month focuses national attention on the need for mentors and seeks to increase the number of mentors.
It doesn’t take special skills to become a mentor, but mainly a caring heart and an ability to give encouragement to a young person who may not have an adult around who is willing to take the time to listen to him or her.
“Effective mentoring programs can result in better school attendance, positive student attitudes, and a reduced likelihood of initiating drug and alcohol use,” stated President Barack Obama in proclaiming January 2011 National Mentoring Month.
“Mentors can provide a steady presence and share their valuable knowledge and experiences. Even brief amounts of quality time set aside by these compassionate adults can have a lasting impact on the development of a child.”
As a highlight of National Mentoring Month, on Tuesday, Jan. 25 is Thank You Mentor Day, which is intended to honor mentors.
In metro Atlanta, there are a number of volunteer mentoring opportunities.
For information about local mentoring programs and more on National Mentoring Month, visit www.nationalmentoringmonth.org.
- Marcus E. Howard Read more ...
For many of us, there has been someone in our lives – whether a teacher, coach, neighbor, relative or authoritative figure – who offered guidance or encouragement that helped us become who we are today.
Created in January 2002 by the Harvard School of Public Health and MENTOR, National Mentoring Month focuses national attention on the need for mentors and seeks to increase the number of mentors.
It doesn’t take special skills to become a mentor, but mainly a caring heart and an ability to give encouragement to a young person who may not have an adult around who is willing to take the time to listen to him or her.
“Effective mentoring programs can result in better school attendance, positive student attitudes, and a reduced likelihood of initiating drug and alcohol use,” stated President Barack Obama in proclaiming January 2011 National Mentoring Month.
“Mentors can provide a steady presence and share their valuable knowledge and experiences. Even brief amounts of quality time set aside by these compassionate adults can have a lasting impact on the development of a child.”
As a highlight of National Mentoring Month, on Tuesday, Jan. 25 is Thank You Mentor Day, which is intended to honor mentors.
In metro Atlanta, there are a number of volunteer mentoring opportunities.
For information about local mentoring programs and more on National Mentoring Month, visit www.nationalmentoringmonth.org.
- Marcus E. Howard Read more ...
Friday, December 17, 2010
Toys for Tots 2010 - Saturday, December 18 8:30 a.m.
All year long, members of Atlanta Urban League Young Professionals have dedicated their time, energy and resources toward improving our community. However,
there is one last event on our calendar that needs our attention as much as any other.
On Saturday, Dec. 18, AULYP volunteers are needed to team up with Instant Tax
Service’s toy drive in Marietta and Smyrna to assist in toy distribution, crowd control,facilitating raffles and more. Christmas hats and refreshments will be provided.
The event will be from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at 603 South Marietta Parkway, Suite
103, in Marietta AND at 3791 South Cobb Drive, Suite K, in Smyrna. Michael Oden, owner of both Instant Tax Service locations, has personally
donated many of the 1,000 toys and 1,000 books raised to help deserving children- many of whose families are suffering financially this holiday season.
For some of these families, the toys that volunteers hand out to them
are the only gifts they will have under the tree. In 2009, the lines formed by those in need who showed up for the toy drive stretched out the door at both locations. Let’s close out 2010 with our best effort to improve the lives of our friends and
neighbors.
E-mail Ciji Tatum at cijitatum@gmail.com to submit your availability and volunteer location preference.
-Marcus Howard Read more ...
there is one last event on our calendar that needs our attention as much as any other.
On Saturday, Dec. 18, AULYP volunteers are needed to team up with Instant Tax
Service’s toy drive in Marietta and Smyrna to assist in toy distribution, crowd control,facilitating raffles and more. Christmas hats and refreshments will be provided.
The event will be from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at 603 South Marietta Parkway, Suite
103, in Marietta AND at 3791 South Cobb Drive, Suite K, in Smyrna. Michael Oden, owner of both Instant Tax Service locations, has personally
donated many of the 1,000 toys and 1,000 books raised to help deserving children- many of whose families are suffering financially this holiday season.
For some of these families, the toys that volunteers hand out to them
are the only gifts they will have under the tree. In 2009, the lines formed by those in need who showed up for the toy drive stretched out the door at both locations. Let’s close out 2010 with our best effort to improve the lives of our friends and
neighbors.
E-mail Ciji Tatum at cijitatum@gmail.com to submit your availability and volunteer location preference.
-Marcus Howard Read more ...
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Holiday Soiree 2010
Happy Holidays AULYP Family!This years' Holiday Soiree was held at the beautiful Atlantic near Atlantic Station. The first question that may come to mind upon arrival is - how could this place have possibly gone unnoticed from my sight while making numerous trips to Atlantic Station? The excitement continued for the night. Once guests walked up to the 5th floor and entered the Clubroom, they were met by AULYP members dressed to impress, as well as great music leading the soundtrack for the event. The space was complete with plush couches, LED televisions and even a movie theatre! The venue proved to provide something for every type, as the spacious main room allowed room for guests to stand, mix and mingle. In the second room, guests sat, relaxed and talked; and finally in the movie theatre, many guests chose to sit and watch some NBA action.
I immediately set my things down to start doing some networking and met a large number of members and non-members enjoying themselves. The hors d'oeuvres were delicious! IF you missed this one, you surely did yourself a disservice. I met new people, reconnected with some old buddies and enjoyed the atmosphere chatting and laughing the night away! The entire event was not about pleasure as we collected toys for Toys for Tots to distribute during the big Toys for Tots event Saturday, December 18 hosted by Instant Tax Service in Cobb County.
The Holiday Soiree was definitely a great way to end the year, and an even better way to kick off all of the great events that are in store for 2011.
- Kimberli Thomas Read more ...
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Mingle & Serve 2010!
Making new connections, laughing and sharing wisdom provides happiness that’s indelible. Monday, as in years past, we connected with the residents of Big Bethel Village, a retirement community. The holiday season can sometimes be difficult for seniors and loneliness may cause some to experience a sad emotional state and reminisce of Christmas’ past.
As we sought to empower them, it proved to be just as empowering for us as we talked to the residents and heard their wisdom and empowering stories. Thanks to you and our supporters throughout the year, we provided a Christmas tree and dinner for the residents and had fun playing Bingo, decorating the lobby area and lighting the Christmas tree. Read more ...
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