Mike Kelly led the pledge.
Mike Kelly gave the inspiration, likening hope and positivity to a candle that can’t be extinguished.
Bill Applegate called the meeting to order.
President Pete is taking care of his wife, who is recovery from surgery.
Guests
Dan Baudouin
Sheri Hendricks, who will be inducted next week
Announcements
Anthony Hollingshead highlighted that the speaker next week is an investigative reporter – Ted Nesi. If you have friends who may be interested in Rotary, please invite them. Let Anthony know if you have a potential guest or prospective member.
Donations of $50 to support a class at Kizirian would be appreciated. See Rob Black; he can take credit card payments.
Holly Applegate mentioned the installation of new officers and directors will happen July 1 and the Squantum Association. Please RSVP by June 20.
Happy Bucks
- $10 from Bill Applegate for his upcoming celebration cruise to Alaska for 50 year wedding anniversary
- Kris David had bucks for her wedding anniversary and for a recent conference visit
- Anthony Hollingshead for his first “tie-less” meeting, as he has recently retired.
- Dan Baudouin is thankful for the opportunity to talk about Providence Promise.
- Don Saracen congratulated Anthony for his retirement. Also, Don’s neighbor alerted him to the fact that his grandson “Johnny Blue Eyes” was on TV talking about a recent fundraiser.
Speaker
Our guest speakers Madalyn Ciampi, Executive Director, and Rachel Palumbo, Development Director joined us from Providence Promise, a community organization that applies a data-driven approach to promote college accessibility for low-income students and those from other marginalized communities.
PVD Promise is a parent-driven partnership that supports Providence Public School and Charter School students to continue their education after high-school. PVD Promise promotes high educational aspirations and more equitable opportunities for Providence Public School and Charter School students by advocating for college savings accounts and family engagement, increasing financial literacy, and reducing the financial burden of higher education.
PVD Promise’s vision is increasing the K-12 and postsecondary success of Providence Public School and Charter School students and to help ensure a brighter future for the students, their families, and the community.
Madalyn and Rachel discussed PVD Promise’s data-driven approach, an overview of their mission, measurable impact, and how YOU can help!
Impact is significant. Students with active College Savings Accounts are:
- 40% less likely to average 10 or more absences within a year.
- 53% more likely to meet expectations in reading.
- 41% more likely to meet expectations in math.
Rachel highlighted the experiences of Jonathan Martinez, a program graduate who is studying Chemical Engineering at URI. Jonathan is currently participating in a study abroad program in Japan. Jonathan’s brother is also a program participant, continuing the legacy.
Message from our Speakers:
[Editor's Note]. I received the following follow up thank you note from our Rachel Palumbo via e-mail.
"Thank you so much for your time and interest in Providence Promise! We really enjoyed getting to share with you about our data-driven approach, far-reaching impact, and what's next for the organization. If you're interested in supporting our work or getting involved, [please visit us] online any time.
We'd deeply appreciate referrals for grants, sponsorships, or prospective donors, and we are happy to come speak virtually or in-person to your networks!
. . .
Thank you again, and please feel free to reach out anytime to [us]."
