What's Going On: Teach for America, Please Touch Museum's "Ready-Set-School" Program, Champions of Caring

Philadelphia Community Podcast

25-07-2024 • 29分

The Please Touch Museum is a haven for learning through play. I’ll share information The Ready-Set-School program which provides free admission Community Days on the last Sundays of June, July, and August, in partnership with the Independence Blue Cross Foundation.  I speak with Patricia (Trish) D. Wellenbach, President and CEO, Please Touch Museum and Rev. Dr. Lorina Marshall-Blake, President, Independence Blue Cross Foundation about this program and the recent continuation of their partnership, with Independence Blue Cross becoming the Official Health & Wellness Partner of the Museum.   The next two free community days will be July 28 and  August 25, 2024. www.PleaseTouchMuseum.org

Oronde McClain was nearly killed by gunfire at 10 and overcame incredible odds, not only surviving but thriving as a powerful advocate for survivors of gun violence. His journey has been chronicled in news stories and documentaries, and now, a feature film about his life is in the works. I speak with Zonsiluo Gompah, President and Producer of Esther Egg Inc.
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In these divisive times, it’s important to remember that there are remarkable individuals inspiring others to work for positive change. Champions of Caring was founded in 1995 to help middle and high school students create social change.The organization is  currently producing a documentary, "The Coral Ring Legacy," to promote and inspire social activism for people of all ages and backgrounds. I speak with Founder and President Barbara Greenspan Shaiman about this exciting project.
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First, there are few jobs more critical to the future of our children and our country than teachers. but it’s been more challenging than ever for those in the profession. Teach for America is working to provide a pathway to teaching. Anna Shurak, Executive Director, Teach For America – Philadelphia talks about their program’s efforts to train the next generation of teachers.
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