You must be the change you want to see in the world.
Mahatma Gandhi
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10/9/10 Promise Scholars recognized by Congressman Dennis Cardoza
Promise Scholars LaTasha Hayes, Serena Vidaure, and Eric Menseses were
honored by Congressman Dennis Cardoza on Saturday, October 9, 2010 at the Merced County Fairgrounds. This year the Congressman honored "hometown heroes" and our students were selected
for their academic accomplishments and their community involvement. Two
of these students also interned in Washington D.C. for nine weeks this summer and have published articles in the CCAI legislative report for 2010. Congratulations, Promise Scholars, on your accomplishments.
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10/10/09 Promise Scholars Volunteer at local fundraiser
Promise Scholars volunteered at Congressman Cardoza’s Blue Dog Bash. "Being part of, and giving back to the community, are important lessons we stress at CSU Stanislaus," said Wanda Bonnell, Promise Scholar Program Coordinator. "Former foster youth have a lot to offer. We help them realize this and support them in sharing their gifts with the community."
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Promise Scholars leader Wanda Bonnell named Congressional 'Angel in Adoption'
Wanda Bonnell, Coordinator of the California State University, Stanislaus Promise Scholars Program for former foster students, has been selected as a 2009 “Angel in Adoption” for her exceptional advocacy and efforts on behalf of emancipated foster youth. read more...
Education is a privilege
Check out this video created by Promise Scholar graduate Jessica Tacdol. In her own words, Jessica tells her life story, through pictures and music, and is proud to be among the 1% of foster youth who earn a bachelors degree. Watch video on YouTube.



