SCCPSS’ 21st Century Community Learning Center Receives Grant

By | August 27, 2008

SCCPSS’ Academic Affairs division is proud to announce that its 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) grant application for the 2008-2009 school year has been awarded by The Georgia Department of Education (GDOE) in the amount of $1,533,584 to continue eight existing CCLC centers and to establish five new programs. The original 2004 grantees were awarded $1,183,584 in continuation funds … Continue reading “SCCPSS’ 21st Century Community Learning Center Receives Grant”

“Build The Dream” Radiothon

By | August 27, 2008

In celebration of the 45th anniversary of the March on Washington and the ‘I Have a Dream’ speech, Clear Channel Radio, along with the Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. announced the additions of renowned radio personalities, Tom Joyner, Doug Banks, Steve Harvey and Michael Baisden to an all-star ensemble of celebrities for the Clear … Continue reading ““Build The Dream” Radiothon”

Melissa I. F. Ilugbo Scholarship Established at Savannah State

By | August 27, 2008

Melissa I. F. Ilugbo was a Johnson High School 2001 honor graduate and bridged out of the Savannah State University Upward Bound Program in 2001. She attended Georgia State University where she was a honor student until her demise in November 2003. In her memory, a scholarship was established at Savannah State University by her parents, Margaret (Theodore) Ilugbo- Hunter, … Continue reading “Melissa I. F. Ilugbo Scholarship Established at Savannah State”

SCMPD Citizen’s Academy

By | August 27, 2008

If you’ve always wondered what the inside workings of a police department were like, or are just interested in how you can help make your community a safer place to live, the Savannah- Chatham Metro Police Department is accepting applications for the fall session of its annual Citizen’s Police Academy. The 2008 program starts on Thursday, September 18 and take … Continue reading “SCMPD Citizen’s Academy”

Voter Registration Drive/Photo ID Session

By | August 27, 2008

The Chatham County Voter Registration Office will conduct a Voter Registration Drive/Photo ID session on Tuesday, September 9th from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM at the EOA Administrative Building located at 1120 May Street in Savannah. The community is encouraged to come by for information on voter registration, photo ID requirements, absentee ballot voting, early voting and other questions pertaining … Continue reading “Voter Registration Drive/Photo ID Session”

Marika E. Brownlee Performs with the Boston Tap Company

By | August 27, 2008

Marika Elon Brownlee, age 13 of Savannah, is currently performing as one of the members of the Boston Tap Company under the direction of Sean Fielder. This weekend she will be in two performances — at the 2nd Annual Beantown Tap Fest in Watertown, MA on Aug. 22nd and at Jacob’s Pillow in Becket, MA on August 23rd. Later in … Continue reading “Marika E. Brownlee Performs with the Boston Tap Company”

Dimensions Gallery Reopens colorful paintings of Christine Hilbert

By | August 27, 2008

Dimensions Gallery reopened on Monday August 25, 2008 with a new show on our beautiful white walls. The Gallery staff apologize for any inconvenience caused while they were closed for these past several weeks. The upcoming exhibition at the gallery will feature the colorful paintings of Christine Hilbert, this exhibition will remain on the gallery walls from August 25- September … Continue reading “Dimensions Gallery Reopens colorful paintings of Christine Hilbert”

Savannah Association for the Blind Sponsors Awards Banquet and Silent Auction

By | August 27, 2008

Savannah Association for the Blind, Inc. will sponsor its annual Awards Banquet and Silent Auction – Saturday, September 6, 2008 at the Hilton Savannah Desoto Hotel. The Silent Auction will begin at 6:00P.M., and the program and dinner will begin at 7:00P.M. Savannah Association for the Blind, Inc. is a private, nonprofit 501(c) (3) agency, which has been in existence … Continue reading “Savannah Association for the Blind Sponsors Awards Banquet and Silent Auction”

Project YESS holds Summer Awards Program

By | August 27, 2008

Project YESS, Youth Employment Strategies Services, held its Summer 2008 Awards Program on Friday, August 22, at the St. Pius Family Resource Center. The Project, with the financial support of various businesses, allows students to gain valuable hands-on experience as they earn summer wages. Project YESS was founded by Mrs. Rosemary Banks and the Project’s Director is Ms. Ailerua Crawford. … Continue reading “Project YESS holds Summer Awards Program”

Spirit of Excellence Accepting Nominations

By | August 27, 2008

The Spirit of Excellence Black Business Awards salutes the accomplishments of business leaders, professionals and extraordinary individuals. “We have soared to new horizons reaching unprecedented achievements. We are transcending the generational boundaries of yesteryear and with today’s innovative and creative minds, we possess new thoughts and new ideas and we are and taking a new course of action,” says Estelle … Continue reading “Spirit of Excellence Accepting Nominations”