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Issue 7, Volume V In this newsletter: Meet the Chrysalis After-School Grantees It's a new school year, and Chrysalis After-school will kickoff it off on September 13, 2007. This year's program will include 23 participating schools, including 7 elementary, 15 middle and 1 high school. This year's recipients include: Capitol View, Jackson, Carver, Monroe, Hillis, South Union and Moulton Elementary Schools; Brody, Callanan, Goodrell, Harding, Hiatt, Holy Family, Hoyt, Summit Middle School of Johnston, McCombs, Meredith, Merrill, Moulton, Southeast Polk, Weeks, and Woodside Middle Schools; and Southeast Polk High School. The program has a comprehensive curriculum including academics, life skills, volunteerism, health and women's history. Chrysalis After-School also emphasizes financial literacy and career options to prepare girls for future educational and leadership opportunities, and for nontraditional careers. Studies show that participation in after school programs is linked to improved academic outcomes, positive youth development, and improved prevention outcomes. Want to sponsor a girl this year in the program? The cost is only $300 each year. Click Here. Back to top Join Us for the 2007 Chrysalis Foundation Insights Luncheon - Keynote Speaker Helen Thomas! On Thursday, September 27, 2007 the Chrysalis Foundation will hosts it's Annual "Insights Luncheon" featuring renowned "First Lady of the Press", Helen Thomas. Best known for her pointed inquiries as White House Bureau Chief, Ms. Thomas has been a trailblazer for women and journalists across the country. Please join us for a delightful and insightful afternoon as Ms. Thomas shares "HerStory" of how her voice has been a leading presence in the landscape of our country for over five decades. Event Details Location: Embassy Suites on the River, Des Moines Time of event: 11:00 am Registration Opens 11:15 am Luncheon Seating Opens 12:00 Noon Program and Keynote Address 1:15 pm Program Ends Ticket Costs: Individual Tickets: $50 until September 5th and then $65 each. Ticket sales close September 19th. Click here to download the event invitation and response card. Sponsorships are still available…visit our website to see a complete listing of available sponsorship opportunities or call Leslie Garman at (515) 255-1853 Can't attend but want to help? Sponsor a "Future female leader: to attend this year's event. Back to top Be a Chrysalis Volunteer Chrysalis has many opportunities from which to choose! Ranging from marketing/communications, hosting a small gathering for others to learn about Chrysalis or by helping with a special event or fund-raising effort, you'll have a fun time while learning more about the Chrysalis Foundation. Follow this link to down load a complete listing: click here. Back to top Save these dates! Mark Wednesday, November 14, 2007, from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. on your calendar for the next installment of Chrysalis Conversations, "Toolkit to Prosperity - Channeling". This panel discussion will be held at Waveland Hall in Plymouth Congregational Church located at 4126 Ingersoll Avenue. You can register by clicking here. Please also mark our next Chrysalis "SOLUTIONS" legislative breakfast event on your calendar. The date will be Tuesday, January 29 in Iowa Senate Room #116 from 7:30 am - 9:00 a.m. Back to top |
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