Media Advisory: Â鶹ÊÓƵ Transforms Olney High School in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
MEDIA ADVISORY
For Release: Tues., Jan. 9,Ìý2024Ìý
Contact: Marjorie Morris, Â鶹ÊÓƵ
215-370-2605
mmorris2@cityyear.orgÌý
Â鶹ÊÓƵ Transforms Olney High School in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
Day of Service
Â鶹ÊÓƵ celebrates 26th anniversary of MLK Day of Service to Philadelphia schools and communitiesÌý
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (Jan. 9,Ìý2024) – On Monday, January 15, nearly 200 Student Success Coaches, staff and volunteers from Â鶹ÊÓƵ will rally to rejuvenate Olney High School, paying tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.Ìý
Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s Martin Luther King Day of Service embodies unity, showcasing service as a catalyst to bridge divides and strengthen communities. In collaboration with the School District of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, Â鶹ÊÓƵ will mobilize a diverse group of 200 community members for a transformative day at Olney High School and nearby Sturgis Playground. Service activities include vibrant mural painting, classroom revitalization and book organization to enhance both the educational and physical environments.Ìý
In Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s 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.Ìý
Corporate partners include Athena Global Advisors and LLR Partners.
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WHAT:
200 Â鶹ÊÓƵ Community Members Transform Olney High School and Sturgis PlaygroundÌý
WHEN:
Monday, January 15
7:00 AM Â鶹ÊÓƵ Student Success Coaches, staff arrive
8:30 AM Volunteers arrive
9:00 AM Opening program
9:30 AM Service begins—mural painting, classroom cleaning, book organization, learning kit creation
2:00 PM Service concludingÌý
WHERE:
Olney High School, 100 W. Duncannon Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. 19120
Sturgis Playground, 200 65th Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. 19126Ìý
WHO:
B-roll, photography, interview opportunities include:Ìý
Student Success Coaches in Â鶹ÊÓƵ uniforms and red jackets
Staff and volunteers engaged in mural painting, classroom cleaning, book organization and learning kit creationÌý
Featured Spokespeople:
Darryl Bundrige, Senior Vice President, Â鶹ÊÓƵ
Brittany Phillips, Impact Manager, Â鶹ÊÓƵ
Max Judd, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Team Leader at Olney High School
Andre Beckett, Assistant Principal, Olney High SchoolÌý
Confirmed Guests:
Tony Watlington, Superintendent, School District of Philadelphia
State Representative Anthony BellmonÌý
Invited Officials:
Councilmember Cindy Bass
Councilmember Anthony Phillips
Councilmember Isaiah Thomas
State Representative Jason Dawkins
State Senator Sharif Street
U.S. Representative Brendan BoyleÌý
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About Â鶹ÊÓƵ Philadelphia
Â鶹ÊÓƵ Philadelphia supports students and schools citywide, cultivating the next generation of civically engaged leaders. Diverse teams of Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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 moreÌý
About Â鶹ÊÓƵ
Â鶹ÊÓƵ, a proud member of the AmeriCorps national service network, collaborates with public schools in 29 cities across the U.S. and internationally. Supported by AmeriCorps, local school districts and private philanthropy, Â鶹ÊÓƵ remains dedicated to fostering positive change in communities. Discover moreÌý
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