Earlier this yr, the nation watched helplessly as wildfires ravaged Southern California. One of many communities impacted by the Eaton hearth was the Eliot Arts Magnet College in Pasadena. Eliot Arts is the one public arts faculty within the San Gabriel Valley. This art-centered magnet faculty serves center schoolers within the space and presents a program integrating the humanities into each topic.
After the January hearth left the varsity uninhabitable, educators and college students moved to McKinley Center College. Figuring out how disruptive having the scholars displaced is, the School Soccer Playoff (CFP) Basis, CFP Bowl video games, and College Specialty have joined collectively to pledge a complete of $1.5 million towards restoring Eliot and supporting McKinley.
“It’s a privilege to contribute to the Pasadena Unified College District’s ongoing efforts to empower college students and educators. We’re proud to assist their neighborhood as they transfer ahead with energy, unity, and hope.” – Ryan Bohr, College Specialty CEO
The historical past between Eliot Arts Magnet College, the CFP, the Pasadena Event of Roses, and College Specialty dates again to 2023 when these organizations partnered to renovate the varsity’s historic library. College Specialty is honored to companion as soon as once more to assist restore Eliot and help in the neighborhood’s therapeutic.
“This beneficiant assist brings hope and momentum to our restoration and reaffirms the facility of neighborhood partnerships in rebuilding faculties that encourage creativity, resilience, and pleasure.” – Dr. Elizabeth Blanco, PUSD Superintendent
Learn extra about this transformational partnership within the press launch on our web site.