Can you remember adults who paid attention to you? Who believed in you? Who guided you during your childhood? Wouldn’t you like to have someone think of you as their life-changing, trusted mentor? One of the best feelings in the world is knowing that someone is happy because of you! Why mentor? People ultimately want to have a lasting, profound impact in their community and they understand the commitment of becoming a mentor can change a child’s life while helping the child and themselves grow personally. I am working to be on the frontline of this movement.” In the digital age, short documentaries and videos are the most effective way to present information and new ideas. Take Stock made it possible for me to strive for success by taking a step each day to become a groundbreaking filmmaker. I’m currently a student at Florida State University and pursuing my dream to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Media Production. “My name is Caitlin Peterson, and I graduated from Matanzas High School in 2013 with a scholarship from the Take Stock In Children scholarship. Click here to donate to our Take Stock In Children Program today. The Ed Foundation is in need of raising funds to provide college scholarships to students in need, all funds raised for this life-changing program will be matched dollar-for-dollar due to a state matching grant. These comprehensive services start in middle school, continue through high school, and include their transition into college. This program offers Flagler Public Schools students college scholarships, caring volunteer mentors, and hope for a better life. Contact her today for more information, and become a mentor today.

The Peter & Sue Freytag Take Stock In Children lead team member in Flagler is Christy Butler. There is no higher award for a TSIC program to receive, and only 2 other TSIC programs received this award with Flagler County Education Foundation. The Peter & Sue Freytag Take Stock in Children program was awarded the Gold Level in Excellence Award again this year, but also received the Luminary Award for the 2016-17 year. This is due to the district and YOUR support to the program – from teachers, mentors, guidance counselors, and foundation team members. For the past two years at the state Take Stock in Children conference, the Flagler County Education Foundation has received an Excellence Award, being recognized as one of the best and most effective programs.

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