Waynewood School of Hope Open House – Friday, July 25, 2008
The Waynewood School of Hope, located at 1000 University Avenue in St. Paul will be having their open house on Friday, July 25, 2008 from 3- 7pm. You are encouraged to attend this history making event. The schools Founder and Director, Ms. Beverly Waynewood says, “The staff and I sincerely want to stimulate the hearts and minds on our students to achieve excellence. We want children and their families to become excited about their education and hopeful about the future.”
About the Wanyewood School of Hope:
Their slogan, “Building Young Minds for a Global World” is based on the schools rigorous curriculums, character development, culture, self appreciation and responsibility. The
Waynewood School of Hope program benefits include:
· Small Classes
· Transportation
· Uniform Dress Code
· Nutritious Meals
· Teachers and Staff who value HIGH expectations
· Respect is NUMBER ONE
The Waynewood School of Hope is a Public Charter School for grades 6, 7, 8. Our goal is to support the positive development of your child’s Cultural self-awareness and self-esteem with a commitment to high expectations to give you and your child an inspired vision of the future and the skills to take control of his or her destiny.
The culture of the Waynewood School of Hope will use the two most basic and fundamental principles that are found in many cultures: Respect and Community. Human-to-Human Respect and Community will be used as the vehicles that drive the school staff and fashion student success.
The Waynewood School of Hope is currently accepting students for their 2008-2009 school year. You can register your child by calling (651) 917-3085 or visit Waynewood‘s website at www.waynewoodschoolofhope.org for more information.
It’s Offical, Minneapolis Urban League President/CEO is Leaving
Offical Release provided by Lisa Bryant, Director of Communications/PR MUL
MINNEAPOLIS, June 24, 2008 — Ten years after taking over the position of President/CEO of the Minneapolis Urban League, Clarence Hightower today announced his resignation. Hightower will leave the Minneapolis Urban League after July 31 to assume the position of Executive Director with the Community Action Partnership of Ramsey and Washington Counties.
Hightower, who had indicated his intention to explore his options after completing the agency’s 10-year strategic plan, told his staff and the MUL Board of Directors that he greatly appreciated the opportunity to work for the most important organization he’s ever been a part of and with some of the most dedicated social service professionals in the nonprofit sector. Hightower is proud of his tenure with the Urban League, noting that ten years ago, when first charged with implementing a strategic plan that called for the League to launch the first capital campaign in its history, he was determined to carry it out with distinction. The outcome was the construction of the Glover Sudduth Center for Economic Development and Urban Affairs on the north side, and the Sharon Sayles Belton Community Services Center on the south side. Both new centers have created a better atmosphere for staff, program participants, and the community.
Hightower helped the organization to restructure internally, which created a stronger focus on marketing. As a result, the Urban League is marketed in a way that it had not been before. There is now a higher visibility of the work of the Minneapolis Urban League, and the impact that it continues to have on its constituents and the city as a whole.
Just recently Mr. Hightower worked with the Board of Directors to complete a new Strategic Plan that will chart the course for the Minneapolis Urban League through December 31, 2011. “Although there is no perfect time, transition gives us the opportunity to change and grow. I will be leaving an organization that is sound and has a clear direction for its future,” says Hightower.
Hightower met this morning with the League’s Executive Committee to thank them for their support over the years. On behalf of the Board of Directors, Chair Clayton Tyler offered the following statement: “The Board of Directors is deeply saddened by the resignation of Clarence Hightower. He has been an able steward of the Urban League for the past 10 years and has achieved many great accomplishments, among them an outstandingly successful capital campaign.” Vice Chair Cathy Wassberg stated: “The skills and energy that Clarence Hightower brought to the Minneapolis Urban League have been a tremendous asset and contributed immeasurably to our status as a premier service and advocacy organization. We wish him well in this next chapter of his life.” Tyler added that the Board will look forward to working with Mr. Hightower in the transition as they begin the task of identifying a new President/CEO.
Breaking News…Minneapolis Urban League President Clarence Hightower Resigns!
Breaking News…Minneapolis, MN. June 24, 2008 - In a shocking turn of events Minneapolis Urban League President/CEO Mr. Clarence Hightower resigned from the Minneapolis Urban League as its President/CEO. Details are not known why the local icon has decided to leave his post at the Minneapolis Urban League.
As details are forwarded to us we will keep you informed.
Robert Half Financial Services Group at the UFSC Career Fair
Mr. Douglas Rickart, Division Director - Robert Half FSG
Robert Half Financial Services Group took part in the Urban Financial Services Coalition Conference Career Fair on Saturday, June 21st at the Hyatt in downtown Minneapolis.
This Career Fair was setup to assist local residents to obtain career options on a national platform. On hand for the fair was Robert Half FSG Division Director Mr. Douglas Rickart, located here in Minneapolis. Mr. Rickart said, “This career fair was an overall success and I had a great time at the UFSC conference.”
About Robert Half Financial Service Group
Founded in 1948, Robert Half International is the recognized leader in professional-level staffing and operates in more than 350 locations throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Robert Half International is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: RHI) and is a member of the prestigious S&P 500 Index.
Robert Half Financial Services Group specializes in the placement of full-time and interim professionals in the banking, brokerage and investment sectors covering such areas as asset management, commercial lending, corporate finance, compliance, investment analysis and risk management.
RHI’s financial staffing divisions also include Robert Half® Finance & Accounting, Accountemps® and Robert Half® Management Resources, for full-time, temporary and senior-level project professionals, respectively.
Robert Half Finance & Accounting is the pioneer in specialized permanent financial recruitment. Clients rely on Robert Half Finance & Accounting for candidates who possess the skill sets needed for even the most hard-to-fill job vacancies.
Accountemps is the world’s first and largest specialized temporary staffing service for accounting, finance and bookkeeping professionals. Companies depend on Accountemps for their variable short-and long-term financial staffing needs.
Robert Half Management Resources is the world’s premier provider of senior-level accounting and finance professionals on a project basis. Our consultants have expertise in a variety of areas, including finance and accounting, treasury and cash management, information technology, taxation, internal audit and compliance, and administration and operations.
For more information about our services, please visit www.roberthalf.com, www.accountemps.com and www.roberthalfmr.com.
Robert Half International also is the parent company of Protiviti Inc., (www.protiviti.com), a leading provider of independent internal audit and risk consulting services. Protiviti helps clients identify, assess and manage operational and technology-related risks encountered in their industries and assists in the implementation of the processes and controls to enable their continued monitoring.
For more information about Robert Half Financial Services Group visit the website at www.roberthalffsg.com or call (612) 339-9001.
NorthWay Community Trust Honors North Side Residents, Monday, June 23, 2008
NorthWay Community Trust will honor 40 community members who are working together to improve North Minneapolis at a special event on Monday, June 23. These individuals will be recognized for their commitment and participation in the Public Policy Neighborhood Leadership Training Program at Babalú Latin Caribbean Restaurant, 800 Washington Avenue North in downtown Minneapolis. The program takes place from 5:45-8:00pm
Since June 2006, the Public Policy Neighborhood Leadership Training Program has prepared Northside community members to make their voices and views heard through direct participation in advocacy, organizing and community policy.. The curriculum, developed for NorthWay by The Public Policy Project, includes classroom training, presentations by elected officials and community leaders, and hands-on organizing experience. The next 8-month training session begins July 17, 2008
NorthWay Community Trust invests in collaborations and advocates for systemic change to reduce poverty and increase wealth in North Minneapolis. For more information, please contact Loreda Berry at lberry@northwaycom.org or 612-521-4500.
About NorthWay Community Trust:
NorthWay is a community support organization (CSO) dedicated to improving the quality of life in North Minneapolis. Our purpose is to foster collaborative efforts across many programs, neighborhood boundaries and systems in order to fundamentally transform the entire North Minneapolis community. We build bridges between social service organizations, businesses, government, foundations and additional funders. We connect organizations so we’re working together instead of separately, leveraging our skills and resources in order to reduce poverty and increase prosperity.
Working for Everyone
We are committed to ensuring the health and stability of the 13 neighborhoods of North Minneapolis by supporting opportunities for residents to thrive in the community.
A Special Message to the Twin Cities local media:
You are cordially invited to the first NorthWay Public Policy Project Neighborhood Leadership Training Celebration in honor of community members committed to working together for the betterment of North Minneapolis.NorthWay is very excited about recognizing members of the community who have taken this leadership training to empower and improve their community. We would like you to join us in recognizing their efforts.
This celebration will take place Monday, June 23rd at Babalu Latin Caribbean Restaurant on 800 Washington Avenue North in the historic warehouse district in downtown Minneapolis. This is an after-five event beginning at 5:45 p.m. with special guest speakers and an authentic Latin cuisine buffet. Please RSVP to let us know if you are able to accept this invitation by contacting NorthWay Community Trust at (612) 521-4500 by 5:00pm Wednesday June 18, 2008
