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Gov. Walker announces winner of Read to Lead Development Grant Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker is pictured here in the library of the Central City Cyberschool shaking hands with students after making remarks announcing the school was the recipient of a Read to Lead Development Grant of $40,516. Gov. Walker said the grant “sends a signal that reading is important, which will make teachers even better teachers.” The Central City Cyberschool is an independent public charter school of Milwaukee, which was chartered by the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee in 1999. The school currently has an enrollment of 420 students comprised of four-year-old kindergarten through the eighth grade. The student body comes from the Parklawn neighborhood, which reflects the character of the community. Not a single child is bused. The vision of the school is to bring technology and a learning environment to a community where few residents have access to technology. Gov. Walker is pictured here shaking hands with students of the school, including (from left) Iriayana Smith, Gordan Smith, Victorion Brooks and Gary Merriett, Jr.
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The 13th Annual Rev. James Spann II Scholarship Luncheon The 13th Annual Reverend James Spann II Scholarship Luncheon was held on Saturday, May 24, 2014 at the Ramada City Centre. Five high school seniors were presented scholarships from the Spann family. The Spann scholarship fund was established by Dr. Wilma Spann the widow of Reverend James Spann II. Dr. Spann is a retired Milwaukee Public Schools administrator. Reverend James Spann II was pastor of Corinth Baptist Church at the time of his death in January, 2001. Spann dedicated his life to helping students with their academic goals. Spann’s wife and children continue his ministry through scholarships. Pictured are Kailynn Montogmery, Donavon Nathaniel, Kyril Rand, Nakherra Jackson, Courtney Menifield, Dr. Spann and Mayor Tom Barrett. The banquet speaker was Elizabeth M. Coggs (insert), Executive Director of Career Youth Development. Staff Photo
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Ronald McDonald charity honors local teens with scholarships The Ronald McDonald charity held its scholarship program honoring students from southeastern Wisconsin on May 30, 2014 at the InterContinental Milwaukee Hotel. The scholarship recipients received special transportation to and from school via limousine and an opportunity to meet and dine with dignitaries from their community. The Milwaukee Ronald McDonald House serves over 1,300 families per year. Local McDonald owner/operator and president of the southeastern Wisconsin co-op Robert Pyles stated, "The scholarships are a great way to contribute to our community's future." Pictured (from left) are Rachel Douglas, Daniel Ogunkunle and Reggie Gayle. The luncheon speakers were Fox 6 News anchor Kim Murphy, and Dr. Ramel Smith of Blaquesmith Psychological Consultation Services.
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