Press Release: Â鶹ÊÓƵ Transformed Olney High School in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tues., Jan. 16, 2024Ìý
Contact: Marjorie Morris, Â鶹ÊÓƵ
215-370-2605
mmorris2@cityyear.orgÌý
Â鶹ÊÓƵ Transformed Olney High School in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
Day of Service
Â鶹ÊÓƵ celebrated 26th anniversary of MLK Day of Service to Philadelphia schools and communitiesÌý
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (Jan. 16, 2024) – On Monday, January 15, nearly 200 Student Success Coaches, staff and volunteers from Â鶹ÊÓƵ rallied 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.Ìý
In collaboration with the School District of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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.Ìý
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.Ìý
Reflecting on the day’s accomplishments, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Executive Director Darryl BundrigeÌýsaid, “Martin 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’s commitment to social justice.â€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 sponsors included Athena Global Advisors and LLR Partners.Ìý
Photos available from MLK Day of Service at Olney High School. Ìý
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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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