October 21, 2013

Student Spotlight of the Week

Name: Odyssey Wilson Grade: 12th School: Mays High School Odyssey Wilson is a senior at Benjamin E. Mays High School- Math and Science Academy.  Odyssey is an active member of the JROTC, and she is currently ranked as a Cadet Lieutenant Colonel. Cadet Odyssey Wilson was recently recognized for winning the national Legion of Valor […]

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The Joseph E. Lowery Institute partners with Perkerson Elementary to promote conflict resolution

As a part of the “Violence Initiative in Schools,” the Joseph E. Lowery Institute mentors have partnered with Perkerson Elementary School to teach students about peer mediation and conflict resolution. The Joseph E. Lowery Institute has a long-standing tradition of promoting programs and initiatives focused on non-violence, educational opportunities, social justice, community engagement and individual […]

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Real Men Read at Heritage Academy

Heritage Academy recently hosted their annual Real Men Read Program, where local community stakeholders volunteered their time to mentor and read to the young men of Heritage Academy. Participants included doctors, lawyers, businessmen, culinary chefs, servicemen, police officers, educators, and others, who share the value of reading and believe in the opportunities that reading provides to […]

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