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Lee County announces Rhonda Dahlin as their Take Stock Mentor of the Year

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The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools, Inc. hosted its Take Stock in Children Mentor Appreciation ceremony this month, celebrating the incredible individuals who dedicate their time and energy to guiding and inspiring Lee County students. “We are deeply grateful for the mentors who make a lasting impact, fostering personal growth and academic success and …

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Take Stock’s Leaders 4 Life program announces 12 finalists

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Congratulations to our 12 finalists for the Leaders 4 Life Fellowship! In proud partnership with the Asofsky Family Foundation, 12 seniors from Take Stock programs throughout the state were recognized for their exceptional academics and leadership skills. The students were celebrated in big ways by their respective Take Stock programs, and we’re just sharing some …

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Take Stock Polk County student sets sights on Brown University as a QuestBridge Scholar

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Congratulations are in order for Take Stock Polk County student Eshan A.! Pictured on the left, Eshan is one of 2,627 Finalists who matched this year and have earned full four-year scholarships awarded by QuestBridge‘s 52 college partners! Polk County Public Schools shared, “Two seniors from IB Bartow have been awarded scholarships through the prestigious …

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Take Stock alum and former board chair Jared Torres named 2024 News Service of Florida Impact Awards Honoree

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This year’s News Service of Florida Impact Awardees are setting examples of how Floridians care for one another. Their service spans the Sunshine State, from policy that changes lives at the Tallahassee statehouse to advocacy on behalf of families with autism, at-risk youth in the foster-care system and Hispanic entrepreneurship. These honorees also show the …

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Take Stock Orange County students match with their dream schools through the QuestBridge Scholarship

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We proudly announce that two Take Stock in Children students from the Class of 2025 from the Orange County program have been named QuestBridge scholars! QuestBridge connects high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds with a thriving community and transformative educational, career, and life opportunities that help propel them to lives of fulfillment, meaning, and purpose. From …

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Take Stock in Seminole Honors Cheryl Blakeney as Mentor of the Year

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Take Stock Seminole recently held a special event to show our deep gratitude for the amazing mentors who make a difference in the lives of their students—the Thanks 4 Giving Mentor Appreciation Happy Hour. This event was an opportunity to thank mentors not only for their dedication but for their invaluable guidance and encouragement that …

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Take Stock Manatee aims to raise $100,000 in November

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Photo: Take Stock Manatee mentor Jim Gallogly celebrates his Take Stock in Children mentee’s high school graduation. November is National Scholarship Month. Take Stock Manatee’s goal is to raise $100,000 during the month, all of which will directly support scholarships for students like Jim Gallogly’s mentee. When Lake Club’s Jim Gallogly, a former healthcare executive, …

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Florida’s First-Gen and Fearless College Students Reach for the Stars

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In Florida, twenty-seven percent of college students are considered first-generation, according to a national postsecondary survey by the National Center for Education Statistics. Many First-Gen are unaware that as trailblazers, they are navigating higher education without the same support or knowledge compared to continuous-generation students. Fortunately, there are several community organizations throughout Florida leading education …

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Florida State College at Jacksonville men’s basketball team partners with Take Stock to mentor local youth

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The Florida State College at Jacksonville men’s basketball team is proud to announce their new partnership with Take Stock in Children (TSIC) of Florida. Goodwill Industries of North Florida, Inc. is the lead agency for the Duval program and has since expanded into Putnam and Suwannee Counties. Currently, the Take Stock program at Goodwill Industries …

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New study finds 10% increase in Florida higher ed enrollment could mean billions in gains

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The “Florida’s Future Billions” report conducted by Helios Education Foundation, which supports higher education for low-income or underrepresented communities, conducted the study. The analysis found that just a 10% increase in students for Florida’s postsecondary education system would account for a $8.38 billion increase in economic output for the state. “Florida has one of the strongest …

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