Last Thursday, our Teen Center students visited Sublime Doughnuts to learn a little about what it takes to start and run your own business. There is no better example than Sublime. Owner, Kamal Grant, native of Marietta, Georgia, started this family business back in 2008 because he simply loves doughnuts. He first discovered his passion for cooking while in high school while taking a food service class. He shared with the students that a Dunkin Donuts executive spoke to his class and he never forgot how much fun the executive seemed to have in his career. From that moment, Kamal knew he wanted to start his own business where he could do what he loves and nurture his creativity. Following … [Read more...] about Sublime in the Community
mentorship
Day 17 of 24 Days of Preparing To Stand Out Against Poverty
Leon Williams, Program Manager, ASA, 36 - Patience, Confidence, Decisiveness - I prepare to stand out against poverty by providing physical and nutritional training to children to help them prepare for the challenges they may face in school and in the community. By being mentally and physically healthy, children can have the energy and strength to focus and deal the common stress factors that can be obstacles to their future success. How will you prepare to stand out? … [Read more...] about Day 17 of 24 Days of Preparing To Stand Out Against Poverty
Day 16 of 24 Days of Preparing To Stand Out Against Poverty
Maria Williams, Director, Atlanta Speed Academy, 37- Initiative, Determination, Execution - In order to take a stand against poverty, we must all take an initiative to reduce poverty by getting involved in our communities. By not creating initiatives, we are leaving the reduction of poverty to chance. This global issue affects everyone and requires well, thought out initiatives, determination, and discipline from all parties involved. A well thought out plan coupled with determination and execution produces results - a reduction in poverty! How will you prepare to stand out? … [Read more...] about Day 16 of 24 Days of Preparing To Stand Out Against Poverty
Understanding the TEENAGE Brain…Part 2 – What Parents Need To Know About Raising Teens
Parent Connect will host a FREE parent workshop April 29, 2013 in the Media Center of Mays High School located at 3450 Benjamin E. Mays Drive, SW, Atlanta, GA, 30331 from 6-8 pm. Mr. Gary Byrd, Founder/CEO of Anger Management Institute & High Impact Training & Counseling Services, will be the guest speaker. There will be food, prizes, and giveaways. Please RSVP by 12 p.m., April 26, 2013 by calling 404-766-0510 or email Aliyah Abdur-Rahman ([email protected]) or Angela Goggins ([email protected]). … [Read more...] about Understanding the TEENAGE Brain…Part 2 – What Parents Need To Know About Raising Teens
Day 13 of 24 Days of Preparing To Stand Out Against Poverty
Larica Luckett, Youth Developer, 27 - Listen, Patience, Diligence - I will prepare to stand out by first being a listening ear to all my students and understanding their needs versus creating needs for them. I will be patient because change happens gradually; it is not something that can occur over night. Lastly, I will be diligent and consistent in making a better tomorrow for our present and future foundation. How will you prepare to stand out? … [Read more...] about Day 13 of 24 Days of Preparing To Stand Out Against Poverty
RealTalk ATL Ambassadors Stand Out: Day 11 of 24 Days of Preparing To Stand Out Against Poverty
Afi G., Senior at Grady HS, 18 (top left) - You Are Amazing! - I prepare to stand out against poverty by doing whatever I can to support and help those in need and let hem know they are not alone and can do anything they aspire to do. Lindsey C., Junior at Shiloh HS, 16 (top right)- Empower, Lead, Guide - I prepare to stand out by empowering and guiding my community on a path to better living. By being a leader I would set standards for my community to strive for and hold others responsible to so that our environments support healthy well-being for all. Natalie M., Senior at Hapeville Charter Career Academy, 18 (bottom left) - Empower, Motivate, Educate - As a RealTalk ATL Ambassador, … [Read more...] about RealTalk ATL Ambassadors Stand Out: Day 11 of 24 Days of Preparing To Stand Out Against Poverty