“It’s really important for me to partner with organizations that already exist here in South Carolina, that are doing so much of the work that I’ve been able to do, and amplify some of the work that I’ve been able to do as Miss South Carolina. The Original Six Foundation has 12 after school programs throughout the state, and they focus on rural and underserved communities,” Jada Samuel said.
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“As the largest bicycle factory in the country, we are glad to use our unique position to partner with the O6 Afterschool Program to showcase local career opportunities for our youth.” Arnold Kamler, Chairman & CEO of Kent International Inc, the parent company of BCA
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Original Six Program Coordinator Cameron Gentry was selected as a member of the 3rd class of the South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) Fellowship.
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The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) is again partnering with the Original Six (O6) Foundation to support its “My First Library” campaign. Through “My First Library,” kindergarten students in the most underserved communities of the state can choose 10 new, grade-level, summer reading books at an end-of-the-school-year book fair.
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“Supporting great organizations in rural and underserved communities across SC is at the heart of what we do. Original Six is working to boost education equity, introduce middle school students to career and higher education pathways, and start them on the journey to achieve greater economic opportunities for themselves and their families. We are so excited about the transformative impact O6 can have in Allendale,” said Power:Ed Executive Director Claire Gibbons.
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“We are incredibly grateful for the businesses, individuals and organizations that join the Original Six in our belief that a student’s educational opportunities should not be limited by the zip code in which he or she lives,” said Original Six Foundation Founder and Chair Nikki Haley. “When we first started the Original Six in 2011, some of the students told us they were afraid to go to school because they didn’t have their homework done, and they didn’t have anyone to help them. Not because their parents didn’t love them, but because their parents were working two jobs and may not be home to help,” Haley told the sold-out crowd of 200 at the event.
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Layla Oxendine, a seventh-grader, had the opportunity to live her dream job backstage at Charleston Fashion Week. Mentored by professional makeup artist Ashley Brook Perryman, Layla not only watched the event but also helped prepare the models for the runway. This experience showed Layla that she can be anything she wants to be, regardless of where she comes from. Layla’s mother, Casey Oxendine, was proud of her daughter’s achievement and believes that with hard work, Layla can achieve anything. The experience was a first for both Layla and her mother, who are considering making it a yearly trip.
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Thank you 5th Annual Sporting Clays Tournament Sponsors!
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“We are excited and grateful to have this opportunity for our school, students, parents, and community,” Main Street Principal, Dr. Sharon Williams said. “We are thankful that the Original Six Foundation sees the need for afterschool programs like ours at Main Street. Their investment and committed partnership allow us to be able to provide additional academic assistance while also showcasing the skills and talents of our students,” Williams said.
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“I’m thrilled to share my passion for education and serve students across the state of South Carolina,” Gentry said. Gentry attended one of the Title I schools that the Original Six Foundation currently serves. “I know these kids, because I was one of those kids,” Gentry said.
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“Colonial Life’s Equitable Pathways Grant supports the O6 Afterschool program’s goals of providing alternative opportunities for students in need,” says Tim Arnold, president and chief executive officer of Colonial Life. “The program offers students creative opportunities to learn and thrive, and many students will benefit from the program’s expansion.”
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Through the O6 My First Library program, over 3,000 South Carolina kindergarten students are invited to choose ten high-quality, grade-level summer reading books at end-of-the-year book fairs held throughout the state during the month of May. This year, the Original Six team will bring the My First Library program to 38 schools and distribute over 30,000 books setting a program record.
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All For Colleton will feature hands-on STEM activities, a story corner, music, giveaways, back-to-school supplies, health and wellness initiatives and a free hot dog lunch while supplies last!
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The Program Coordinator works closely with the Program Director and will oversee multiple programs within partner schools throughout the state of South Carolina. Responsibilities include but are not limited to overseeing the O6 Afterschool program; fostering a nurturing environment with partner schools and students; supporting opportunities for growth and development within partner schools and with students.
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All In Allendale got the community together and engaged in STEM activities on Saturday, April 1.
Thanks to The People Sentinel for sharing this story.
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Over $400,000 raised to aid South Carolina students in rural and underserved communities.
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This event gives new meaning to the phrase book drive.
When South Carolina residents visit the SC Department of Motor Vehicles for their driving or vehicle transaction needs between March 1st and March 31st, they can make a difference in communities throughout the state by donating a new early reader book to support the Original Six (O6) Foundation’s “My First Library” program.
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Over the next five months, they will participate in the Riley Institute’s award-winning Diversity Leaders Initiative before joining a network of more than 2,600 graduates across the state.
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Two-hundred participants from businesses and organizations across the Carolinas took part in the 4th Annual O6 Foundation Sporting Clay Tournament fundraiser held at Rocky Creek Sporting Clays in Richburg, SC.
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