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Founded in 1994, REACH Prep provides access to transformative educational experiences that empower underserved, high-achieving students to graduate from top colleges and emerge as the next generation of leaders. This is a free, 12 year program that guides, advises and supports students through their academic path from 4th grade until college graduation. The 2018-2019 Admission…

Use your local VITA site and get your taxes. Don't let your Earned Income and Child Tax Credits go unclaimed! Your refund can be deposited right into your bank account. Appointments can now be scheduled by dialing 211. Press option #3 then option #6 to speak with a Trained Specialist who can help you make…

AARP’s Tax-Aide program is now the largest of its kind in the nation, providing free tax preparation to 2.5 million Americans a year, including 30,000 in Connecticut. IRS-certified Tax-Aide volunteers will be on hand from early February through mid-April at 88 senior centers, libraries, community centers and other locations. Learn more: https://states.aarp.org/never-fear-tax-aide-is-here-to-help/

Calling all Bridgeport folks with a story to tell! Bridgeport PechaKucha is gearing up for Volume 4 of PechaKucha Night on March 21, 2019 at the Barnum Museum and is looking for a fresh set of presenters. In case you missed the earlier events, a PechaKucha is a community forum centered on succinct lightening presentations…

A formal black tie affair to benefit BCYL programs, including the Russell Colon/Caribe Youth Scholarship Fund. Saturday, March 2, 2019 The Stone Barns and Whitney Farms 175 Shelton Road, Route 110 Monroe, CT 06468 Doors open at 6pm - Hors d'oeuvres 7pm - Dinner 8pm - Presentation to be immediately followed by live music Tickets:…

Source: http://ctbythenumbers.info/2019/01/19/insight-connecticuts-public-schools-of-choice/ Connecticut offers a number of public schools of choice, including charter schools, magnet schools, agricultural science and technology centers (i.e., “vo-ag centers”), and technical high schools (now known as the technical education and career schools). These alternatives are available to students who choose to attend a school other than their traditional public school.…

Inspiring and empowering you to be the best you can be! Boys ages 13–18 March to June, 2019 Fee: $30 Self Esteem Trust Fears and challenges in school Establishing boundaries Self-respect Sexual harassment Goal setting Space is limited. Register now! Monday through Friday at our BCYL office 1067 Park Avenue Bridgeport, CT 10:00am–3:30pm Call 203-913-0073…

Inspiring and empowering you to be the best you can be! Girls ages 13–18 March to June, 2019 Fee: $30 Self Esteem Trust Fears and challenges in school Establishing boundaries Self-respect Sexual harassment Goal setting Space is limited. Register now! Monday through Friday at our BCYL office 1067 Park Avenue Bridgeport, CT 10:00am–3:30pm Download the…

Share your knowledge, and make a difference in someone’s life in 2019! Is one of your resolutions for 2019 to get involved in your community, or to give back to those in need? Becoming a Literacy Volunteer is a great way to make a positive impact! Literacy Volunteers help adult students learn to speak English,…