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TASK FORCE
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Task ForceThe South Whidbey Community Engagement Center's task force is made up of individuals representing a diverse group of community and youth organizations from our business, non-profit, government and school community. Each of these organizations are committed to supporting the work of the South Whidbey Community Engagement Center and serving as active advocates for our work. Youth, educators, elected officials, business people -- all are represented on our task force -- helping us to shape what we will become on behalf of the South Whidbey Community. If you or your organizations would be interested in joining our task force or would like more information, please contact the SWCEC Director Susie Richards at susie@swcec.com. Organizations and their representatives:South Whidbey School's FoundationContacts: Dave Haworth and Barb Bennett Island County 4-HContact: Judy Feldman South Whidbey School DistrictContacts: Diane Watson, Director of Student Support/Special Services South Whidbey Commons ProjectSouth Whidbey Commons is a multi-generational facility where people of all ages, income levels and ideologies will come together to enjoy entertainment, classes and community in a safe environment. Located on 4.5 acres in Bayview, adjacent to Bayview School and the Masonic Lodge, this 12,000- to 14,000-square-foot building (first phase) will become a hub of activity as it promotes connections and community. The Commons will be inviting, embracing diversity, where everyone feels that they can and want to use the facilities and programs, and where community becomes a larger reflection of family. The concept began in 1998 after a consortium of individuals, governmental and nonprofit organization met to discuss the needs within the community. Later in 2001, 65 community members, including teens, seniors, human and health services representatives, business community and service club members, educators and government officials created a shared vision of how to better serve the people of South Whidbey. With the help of a $750,000 Community Development Block Grant awarded by Washington State, the Commons is already on its way to becoming a reality. To secure this grant, $1.5 million must be raised by the end of 2004. Become a partner today! If you would like additional information, visit our website at www.southwhidbeycommons.com or contactfs Sherry Mays South Whidbey Readiness to LearnContacts: Gail LaVassar and Amanda Fisher South Whidbey Youth CenterContact: Mindy Magnusson South Whidbey Youth ConcilContact: Erik Mulholland South Whidbey Seeds of ChangeIn November 2000, Seeds of Change: Partners for a Drug-Free Community received a Drug-Free Communities Support Program grant through the U.S Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. This federal grant program goals are to support community coalitions across the United States in their efforts to reduce substance abuse among youth and, over time, among adults; and establish and strengthen collaboration among communities: Federal, State, local and tribal governments and private non-profit agencies. Contact: Holly Adams Western Washington UniversityContact: Peggy Anderson South Whidbey Tutor/Mentor ProgramContact: Kathy Hein Big Mind MediaContact: Rich Parker Island County Sound Growth CoaliationContact: Rick Ingrassi Island County Mobilization NetworkContact: Patty Caione Sister Island ProjectContact: Victoria Santos South Whidbey Girls in TechnologyThe Girls in Technology program is an after school mentoring program at Langley Middle school focused on increasing girls' participation in and enthusiasm about science, technology, engineering and math. This program has three main components: after school skills development, field trips, and working with mentors. The GIT participants meet one or two times per week after school for program activities that include computer/technology instruction, guest speaker presentations, robotics, computer hardware investigation, environmental science exploration, website development, movie making and science/engineering projects. Visit us on the web at www.girlsintechnology.com. Contacts: Norma Jean Elgas and Victoria Santos League of Women VotersContact: Barb Seitle The Heritage InstituteEducating for Humanity, www.hol.edu Since 1977, The Heritage Institute has been a leader in progressive continuing education programs for K-12 educators, currently offering workshops, field studies, global travel programs and distance education to K-12 educators in the Northwest, around the US and the world. Our philosophy of Educating for Humanity provides the inspiration for our leading edge perspective on teaching and learning and for our vision of schools that can enrich the learning environment for children and help contribute to a world that works for all. We strive to provide programs that renew teacher's passion for learning and support them in likewise inspiring young people in their search for heart, purpose and meaning in their journey as life-long learners. Contact: Mike Seymour |
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