“This coronavirus situation presents some setbacks as we are currently unable to engage with our students face to face. However, it also presents a unique opportunity for our teachers to deepen their relationships with our students as they walk alongside them during this challenging time.”
Read more in a letter from our Executive Director https://www.elevatejacksonville.org/coronavirus
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Elevate Jacksonville updated their business hours.
Elevate Jacksonville celebrates the life of one of our inaugural Board members, Frank Pearce, who passed away on July 10, 2020.
A leader and business owner, Frank demonstrated his love for God by loving others and generously dedicating his time to numerous community organizations serving those in need.
"Frank was a faithful member of the Elevate Board. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Lois, and his children and grandchildren," said Skip Allcorn, Elevate Jacksonville Board Chair.
https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/timesunion/obituary.aspx?n=frank-walter-pearce&pid=196492088
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Frank Pearce (1943 - 2020) - Obituary
Elevate Jacksonville's full time teacher-mentors teach ACCREDITED ELECTIVE classes in public high schools. These classes incorporate 13 vital character qualities and life skills into our daily classroom curriculum through experiential learning, group activities and discussions. These qualities and skills are designed to develop the personal character, leadership abilities and capabilities needed for success. #ElevateJax
We are so happy to work with the students at Ribault too!
Read more of our endorsements here: https://www.elevatejacksonville.org/endorsements #ElevateJax
YEAR ROUND PROGRAMMING: Elevate Programs are not limited to the school year, but offered year around. Here's a fun throwback to our summer adventures! #throwbackThursday #ElevateJax
Throwback to our summer adventures!
MEET OUR TEAM: The heart behind Elevate Jax!
Bob brings over 25 years of experience in nonprofit, corporate, and small business to his current position as Director of Operations and Development. Besides his many years at the Jax Chamber, he was most recently the Executive Director of PARC Foundation, a private foundation associated with PARC Entertainment.
Bob holds a Bachelors Degree from Stetson University, and is certified in Myers Briggs and DISC personality profiles as well as a Covey "Seven Habits" facilitator. Bob presently serves as the Vice Chair for the Public Service Grant Committee for the city of Jacksonville, and past President of the Board for Hubbard House, as well a Board member of "Lifework Leadership" and "Her Song".
When Bob is not at work he enjoys running and photography. Most of all he enjoys spending time with his wife of 47 years, two daughters and two grandchildren. #ElevateJax
AIMING FOR CHARACTER GROWTH
Along with improved school success, a six year longitudinal study conducted by a third party evaluator shows significant growth in all 13 character and life skill areas for Elevate Students. This is the basis for CHANGED LIVES! #ElevateJax
MEET OUR TEAM: The heart behind ElevateJax!
Alexis Cheatham has been actively involved in the life of youth for about 10 years. Alexis has served youth in every area and activity from teaching dance in local studios, to holding community events for teenage girls, to being a Youth Specialist with Boys and Girls Club, to leading FYRE Student Ministry at St. Paul Church of Jacksonville.
Alexis was born in Virginia but grew up in Florida. She graduated from First Coast High School, then went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Mass Communication from Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach, FL.
Out of all the things Alexis has accomplished, her greatest accomplishment is her family. She is happily married to the love of her life and they are the proud parents of two sons.
Our teacher-mentors spend 50% of their time mentoring high school students after school, on weekends and throughout the summer. They pay attention to the WHOLE CHILD, discovering their talents, interests and hopes for the future, and then investing in those through activities and time together. Our after-school partners offer extended mentoring, enabling us to reach deeper into the lives of our students. #ElevateJax
MEET OUR TEAM: The heart behind Elevate Jax!
Jazmine McCoy knew at an early age that she wanted to make a difference in the lives of others. She believes that if we each take the time to help just one person, there is a greater chance that everyone would be successful. Jazmine has been working with youth since high school as a Girl Scout Leader In Training.
Jazmine was raised in Jacksonville, FL, where she attended and graduated First Coast High School in 2007. Upon graduating, she attended Bethune Cookman University in Daytona Beach and earned a degree in Communications.
Although Jazmine studied Communications, her passion was to make a difference in the lives of children. She began her career in education as an after-school Program Director with Community Connections of Jacksonville, and then with Communities In Schools of Jacksonville. She planned and implemented program offerings in association with these highly successful after-school program.
Wishing you and your family a safe, healthy and happy Halloween!
MEET OUR TEAM: The heart behind Elevate Jax!
Early on, William Robinson III recognized his passion as an educator and his calling to meet the holistic needs of both students and families.
Born and raised in Jacksonville Florida, William matriculated through the Duval County Public School system, and upon graduating Samel W. Wolfson high school he was accepted into Bethune Cookman University in Daytona Beach where he obtained his B.A. degree.
William has served his community through numerous civic and faith-based organizations throughout the state of Florida. Notably, he helped to create and administer the Tiphne Darshay Hollis Foundation. The organization was founded in honor of an innocent victim of a drive-by shooting in Jacksonville, Florida, with the core aim of helping youth commit to ending violence in their lives, homes, and communities.
In Elevate, Adventure Trips provide the opportunity for students to experience things for the first time. When was the last time you did something for the first time? #elevatejacksonville #AdventureTrip #SkateStation
Building Relationships with our students. #ElevateJacksonville
We are participating in #FloridaGives, a Giving Tuesday social media campaign from Florida Blue supporting nonprofits. We’d like to ask you to show your support for Elevate Jacksonville by doing one of the following:
•Post on Twitter or Instagram a story about why you are grateful for Elevate Jacksonville using #FloridaGives
•Post a selfie or picture holding a filled in Grateful Card to Twitter or Instagram using #FloridaGives
•Upload a selfie or picture holding a filled in Grateful Card to spr.ly/FloridaGives2020
Support Elevate Jacksonville today.
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The Elevate Program is composed of 4 key program areas.
Accredited Class
Mentoring
Adventure
College and Career
Mentoring gives our Teacher Mentors the opportunity to build relationships with students outside of the classroom.
#elevatejacksonville #mentoring
Our students who are interested in starting a business, got the opportunity to sit down with the owner of Springfield Scoops. Ms. Danielle shared her business story as well as gave our students great advice and encouragement based on their individual business plans.
#elevatejacksonville #noonegetstherealone #exposure #mentoring #adventure #collegeandcareer #accreditedclasses
Students want to succeed, but they need help navigating life’s toughest challenges. That’s why Elevate shows up. #noonegetstherealone #elevatejax #mentoring
Please join us in Welcoming Jerome Robinson to the Elevate Jacksonville team!
Prior to joining Elevate, Jerome taught as a High School Religious Studies and Social Studies teacher. He has more than 11 years of experience working with youth in the community.
Jerome believes that once the mind is stretched, it will not return to it’s original form.
Jerome is joining Elevate Jacksonville at William M. Raines High School.
#elevatejacksonville #noonegetstherealone #mentoring #adventure #accreditedclasses #collegeandcareer
Today our very own Elevate student Aysia, led a painting activity called Blank Canvas. She guided us step by step to create our very own masterpiece.
We are committed to teaching Character Qualities and Life Skills in and outside of the classroom.
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Please join us in Welcoming Bryant Wilcox to the Elevate Jacksonville team!
Bryant earned his bachelor’s degree in Religion and Philosophy from Bethune Cookman University.
While in college, Bryant organized summer enrichment programs for the youth in the community of Daytona Beach. His ability to relate to young people is what motivated him to make a difference.
Bryant is joining Elevate Jacksonville at William M. Raines High School as a Teacher Mentor.
#elevatejacksonville #teachermentor #noonegetstherealone #mentoring #adventure #collegeandcareer #accreditedclasses
Donate to #ElevateJacksonville today with a Hopeful Heart!
Show your support and help our Raines and Ribault High school students reach their potential!
All donations received by Valentine’s Day will be matched by a generous donor.
Make your donation through the link below. https://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_ef87a149-57dc-11e9-9f3d-0aa640fb8062&WidgetId=79872
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Today is the last day to match your donation!
Donate today with a Hopeful Heart!
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Donate to #ElevateJacksonville today with a Hopeful Heart!
Show your support and help our Raines and Ribault High school students reach their potential!
All donations received by Valentine’s Day will be matched by a generous donor.
Make your donation through the link below. https://crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_ef87a149-57dc-11e9-9f3d-0aa640fb8062&WidgetId=79872
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Spring Break Professional Development Training.
What a great way to spend our week training our staff so that they can “Come Back Better” to our students.
#accreditedclasses #mentoring #collegeandcareer #adventure #comebackbetter #elevatejacksonville
No One Gets There Alone...Did You?
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Imagine If That One Person NEVER showed up in your life.
That’s Why Elevate shows up.
#noonegetstherealone #elevatejax #mentoring #accreditedclasses #collegeandcareer #adventure
Imagine If No One was there for you when life got hard.
That’s why Elevate Shows Up.
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