This summer, our older students participated in an innovative eight-week “Maker Model” program at the Opportunity Hub (OHUB). The program emphasizes the importance of allowing students to create products that solve real-world problems. The new [email protected] Innovation Campus is a joint venture with Herman J. Russell that offers over 4,300 square feet of communal and collaborative co-working. The STEAM Career & Work Readiness Summer Start-Up Program is a comprehensive training and support program for 8th through 12th grade students. It’s an extension of our Summer Youth Intern Workforce program, which provides internship opportunities as a participation incentive for older youth in Future … [Read more...] about STEAM Careers Realized
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Future Foundation welcomes new board members
At Future Foundation, our board is vital to setting our direction and helping us attain our goals. We’re very pleased to welcome six new board members. Maurice Anderson owns The Anderson Business Group, which provides business strategy and executive leadership development and coaching. Gerone Conyers, Chief Technology Officer and Vice President, Engineering – NXPOINT Solutions. Gerone chairs our IT/Facilities committee. “I didn't grow up having much,” said Conyers. “But I did have guidance and mentoring along the way, which is why an organization like Future Foundation is important to me. I believe it provides a mechanism to help children and families in economically challenged … [Read more...] about Future Foundation welcomes new board members
“We [Heart] UPS”
Since 2012, UPS has awarded Future Foundation more than $50,000 to support after-school programming. In early 2015, we requested additional funding to support the Reef House Afterschool Program (RHAP) Digital Learning Lab Project. Digital media is altering the landscape of learning in both higher education and K-12 schools. Access to technology out-of-school is crucial to students’ success in the classroom and ultimately in their careers. An investment in a digital learning lab enables us to provide an inclusive and blended digital learning experience tailored to each student in an effort to increase digital literacy and math skills, time spent on digital learning activities and student … [Read more...] about “We [Heart] UPS”
Black Marriage Day Couple Highlight – Chuck & Denise
How long have you been married? Chuck and Denise: We will be married twenty-three years in November. Where did you meet? Chuck and Denise: We met at a bar in Wilmington Delaware. What were your first impressions of each other? Chuck: It was love at first sight. What impressed me was her smile. I could sense she had a ton of energy. What made you want to get married? Chuck: I was completely settled and dedicated to the relationship. I had a level of respect for myself that I never had before. Also, I was in the right frame of mind. I had a very good idea of what a healthy marriage should look like. How did you propose? Chuck: There was a sequence of … [Read more...] about Black Marriage Day Couple Highlight – Chuck & Denise
Black Marriage Day Couple Highlight – Dan & Tracey
How long have you been married? Dan and Tracey: We will be married seventeen years and 10 months in April. Where did you meet? Dan: We met at DHS Elementary School. Tracey: He was the cute snack man. lol What were your first impressions of each other? Dan: My first impression of her was man she is she but dang her ankles are ashy. Tracey: Oh, Whatever My first impression of him was he’s cute but he has a big nose. What made you want to get married? Dan: What made me want to marry is when I saw her hooping (Playing basketball) with her hair and nails done. I thought to myself “Oh Yea She The One!” Tracey: For me, I did a list of the top 10 things I want in a … [Read more...] about Black Marriage Day Couple Highlight – Dan & Tracey
Black Marriage Day Couple Highlight – Richard & Emily
How long have you been married? Richard & Emily: 12 years, 11 months How did you meet? Richard &Emily: We met at Emily’s work office. What were your first impressions of each other? Richard: I was surprised that she was an African-American which is a rarity among brokers. I thought she was very organized, professional and pretty. Emily: I thought he was well-dressed and professional. He was easy-going, intelligent and handsome. What made you want to get married? Richard and Emily: We knew we were in love and it was time to take the next step. How did you propose? Richard: Over dinner. How does your faith play into your marriage? Richard and … [Read more...] about Black Marriage Day Couple Highlight – Richard & Emily