Take Stock in Children is a comprehensive program that helps low-income children stay in school, earn a high school diploma, graduate from college and enter the workforce. Enrolling students as early as in the sixth grade Take Stock in Children offers each child:
· A college tuition scholarship
· A volunteer mentor to provide motivation, support and friendship
· A case manager to support the student’s educational achievements
· College and career counseling
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I wanted to provide you with a brief update regarding some exciting changes to the Foundation’s TSIC Program. The SJCEF has been undergoing a structural reorganization. One component of these changes involves the TSIC Program. The values and mission of TSIC remain one of the SJCEF’s top initiatives. The restructuring process
included a thorough evaluation of our program and similar programs around the state. This has lead to several structural changes to the program that will be implemented in July, 2010. The recommendations that have been developed are consistent with other TSIC Programs throughout the state. We believe this will allow us to substantially grow the program, and impact a greater number of deserving students.
We believe this reorganization will bring us closer to our newly established goal of increasing our TSIC student population by 100% in four years! Please be assured that the Board of the SJCEF remains committed to TSIC and to providing students and mentors with the support and assistance to succeed!
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Give the gift of education. You have the opportunity to provide a child with an education and hope for a future of success. Now is your chance to take stock in a child by making a donation to support scholarships for children living in St. Johns County. 100% of all donations are used for scholarship purchases and will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Florida Prepaid College Foundation, thereby doubling your investment in the future of a child.
Become a Mentor. You can change a child’s life by becoming a mentor. One hour a week of your time can make a lasting impact in the life of a child. By showing a child that someone cares, you will help that student become a productive citizen.