Integrity, respect, self-discipline, compassion and responsibilty; these are the values emphasized at the Girard College. The Walk Through A Wall for Girard walk-a-thon to empower the children of lower income families throughout Philadelphia.
Girard College is a private boarding school for academically capable students grade K-12 from families with limited financial resources, headed by a single guardian. All Girard students receive full scholarships to take part in the accademic program and to live safely on its enclosed 43-acre campus in Philadelphia. Unfortunatley, due to the economic downturn, many of these scholarships are at risk--thus why we gave all that we could to make this fundraiser a hige success!
Girard's mission is to prepare students for advanced education and life as informed, ethical and productive citizens through a rigorous educational programs that promote intellectual, social and emotional growth. I believe that it is instituions like Girard College that are integral in "restoring the vision for our communities" and embodies the principles of EDUCATION, COMMUNITY SERVICE, PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY and SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY--the nucleas of my year of service!
I had a phenomenal time walking alongside Girard's rising senior class (woop woop!) and discussing options and game plans for pursuing higher education. In our group we had future alumni of Howard University, LaSalle, FAM Univ., Millersville and DREXEL UNIVERSITY (home of the fierce Drexel Dragons--woop woop!), but I am not biased **wink wink** Thank you Girard for allowing me to be a part of this worthy cause!
For more information about Girard, or to show your financial support, please visit: http://www.girardcollege.com/
In His service....
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