Champions For Learning

By funding a Classroom Grant, YOU can help provide Collier educators and students with the tools they need to succeed this upcoming school year! You can support the 2024-2025 Classroom Grant requests by making a gift to Champions For Learning’s Classroom Grant Fund at the following link: https://lnkd.in/eVHwnKYx #CFLClassroomGrants #EducationIsEverything

The Golden Apple Leadership Academy is designed to strengthen the connection between, and alignment of, educators within Collier’s schools by facilitating the sharing of teaching high impact practices and by developing the capacity of educators to perform leadership roles within their schools. This commitment to encourage career growth and collaboration among our teachers results in stronger classrooms, schools, and communities. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e59D6XuH

The Naples Children & Education Foundation, founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival, have awarded Champions For Learning a $225,000 grant in fiscal year 2025 to support our College and Career Preparation Program, which is designed to equip and prepare 11th and 12th grade students for their future learning and career goals. Through the program, students will learn about the various options that are available to them post-graduation, including college programs and career opportunities. Because of the generosity of NCEF, more students in Collier County will graduate from high school with the necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities to succeed in life.

Champions For Learning’s Classroom Grants program offers funding opportunities for educators of any subject and/or grade level to design and implement innovative learning experiences for their students without having to pay out of their own pockets. From a classroom library that inspires reading comprehension to medical lab coats that offer a real experience in the healthcare profession, students at Naples High School were impacted by several awarded Classroom Grants. Follow the link to learn more: https://ow.ly/4HJE50SflX4

“I was amazed" - Champions For Learning students recently toured the construction of Gulfshore Playhouse's new theatre, the Baker Theatre and Education Center, where they were provided insight into the various technical career paths that are directly involved with building projects. What began as an instructional lab session at Champions For Learning, where students were introduced to different job opportunities available in the construction industry, quickly turned into a hands-on experience outside of the learning lab thanks to the help and involvement of Rich Housh, an expert in energy, HVAC, and automation. Read more about this tour through the link below: https://lnkd.in/eheMBFq4

Save the date to celebrate students and educators in Collier County at Night for Champions 2025. Saturday, February 15 | The Ritz-Carlton, Naples

Champions For Learning is kicking off the end of the school year with a special challenge gift from our former student, Areli Sanjuan. At just 20 years old, Areli is launching this campaign with an incredible $10,000 gift that will match your gift dollar-for-dollar up to the first $10,000 raised. Can we count on you to reach this challenge goal? As a Champions For Learning student, Areli experienced first-hand how our staff and community worked together to offer our array of Student Programs. Now, she is committed to giving back and ensuring that more students reach their dreams. With Areli’s generosity and kindness, your investment will go twice as far in championing learning in Collier County. Click here to join Areli's challenge and make a gift: https://lnkd.in/eyRm47H6

At our recent Countdown to Cap & Gown celebration, Fernando Pedroso Garcia, a member of the Class of 2024, took the stage to reflect on his journey with Champions For Learning. When he was in eighth grade, Fernando and his family were still adjusting to life in the United States after immigrating from Cuba. When Fernando discovered Champions For Learning, his family realized that our Student Programs would offer exactly the type of resources and guidance that he needed to navigate the complex American educational system. He is so thankful for Champions For Learning and his mentor, Roger, who helped him discover his dream to become a mechanical engineer and work with cars. Fernando is planning to attend the University of Central Florida this fall. Read Fernando’s full story on our website: https://lnkd.in/eZv8f3ku

On Saturday May 11th, The Education Foundation of Collier County — Champions For Learning held our annual Countdown to Cap and Gown Ceremony for the Class of 2024 to celebrate our students’ milestones and achievements, recognize their hard work in and out of the classroom, and encourage their continued success as they advance in the next stage of their post-secondary journeys. If you would like to join us in celebrating our 2024 graduating senior class, please consider making a gift to Student Programs at the following link: https://lnkd.in/e6tqf2su

Students who are enrolled in The Education Foundation of Collier County – Champions For Learning’s Student Programs are educated and empowered to choose and navigate their own path to success. Prisca Paul recently graduated from Champions For Learning’s College and Career Preparation Program and is currently enrolled at Florida Atlantic University. As a high school student, she gained valuable knowledge and experience about college admissions, financial aid, and career exploration from Champions For Learning. Now, she is passing down what she’s learned to her college peers. Learn how Champions For Learning continues to support graduates of our program as they continue their post-secondary education by reading Prisca’s story on our website: https://ow.ly/gox550RFG2s