Students who graduated from high school last year but deferred college because of the pandemic are at grave risk of never going at all. Enrollment for low-income high school grads dropped 29 percent from fall 2019 to fall 2020, compared with a 17 percent decline for students … [Read more...] about Op-Ed in Hechinger Report: CFES President Offers Plan to Help Low-Income Students Keep College Dreams Alive
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Depot Theatre Awarded Support for Academy Outreach and Education Program
The Depot Theatre in Westport, New York has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation to support the Depot Theatre Academy theatre outreach and education program. The 2021 summer Depot Theatre Academy program, held at the Whallonsburg Grange Hall … [Read more...] about Depot Theatre Awarded Support for Academy Outreach and Education Program
Recovery and Resiliency is Our Future
One year ago, facing the unknowns of the coronavirus pandemic was scary. Looking back, however, I can see much to be grateful for and reasons to be hopeful about the future. As a community foundation, community is at the center of everything we do. That’s why we want to thank you … [Read more...] about Recovery and Resiliency is Our Future
Champlain Area Trails Hosts “Hike with Emily” Events
Champlain Area Trails (CATS) has been begun hosting a series of hikes with Operations & Communications Manager, Emily Segada. “I’m so excited to be taking these hikes and getting together with people safely in what feels like such a strange time to do so,” said Emily … [Read more...] about Champlain Area Trails Hosts “Hike with Emily” Events
Adirondack Summer Youth Theatre Opportunities Announced
Theatres throughout the Adirondack North Country are collaborating to promote youth theatre educational opportunities and live theatre programming for the 2021 summer season. In an effort to provide interested youth with a full menu of this summer’s theatre education options, … [Read more...] about Adirondack Summer Youth Theatre Opportunities Announced