Are we living in a post-racial society?

With the election of President Obama in 2008, it has been said that the US is now a post-racial society...a society in which race doesn't matter. Now, nobody likes to don rose-colored glasses more than I. I love 'em. I love seeing the good in all...even when there is just a smidgen. I'd rather see the good than the ugly. However, as I've matured, I realize that there is a time to take them off and see and deal with the reality of every situation. As much as I'd like to believe that America is even moving towards a post-racial society, the facts just say it ain't so.

Latest case in point: Recent headlines about Kelly Williams-Bolar who was convicted of a felony for using her father's address to claim residency status that would allow her children to attend a higher-performing suburban school...a school where 72% of students are white, 15% are black, 6% are Asian/Island Pacific and 1% Hispanic and Native American, respectively. Some of us have been outraged about it.

While this is a great injustice and a travesty that rightfully deserves the national attention that it is receiving, I want to bring your attention to yet another mother, who, right here in my backyard, in the Upper Darby School District, experienced a much worse fate. A fate that left two of her “model citizen” children with a felony rap that still follows them, often times aiding an employer to reject them for employment.


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Correct Eyebrow Arch Dimensions

Eyebrows: One of our most important facial features that many of us often neglect. Eyebrows add shape and balance to your face. They define our facial expressions.

Sometimes fashion dictates how to shape the perfect brow. Thin brows ARE OUT! The most flattering brown is the natural brow. Click HEREfor demo.

How does marrieage affect your credit?

Tying the knot this Valentine’s Day? Once you’re married, you each retain your individual credit scores; there’s no such thing as a joint credit score for a couple. However, when you apply for credit and state a joint income, lenders look at both your credit scores when making lending and rate decisions. Any joint accounts, for example on credit cards, will affect both of your scores. So whether your partner is irresponsible with credit—or very responsible—it will end up affecting your credit, too.

Introducing the Universe of Technology Careers for GIRLS in 6th – 12th grades

Girls, GETT to ITAG's 11th Annual Girls Exploring Tomorrow's Technology event. You could discover your future on March 26th. Hands-on activities! Lots of great prizes! Meet with successful women in Technology!

The 11th annual Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology – GETT - is designed to be an interactive and fun event for girls in grades 6 – 12 throughout southeastern PA (Parents and educators are also welcome to attend). There are opportunities to meet many successful women with careers based on science, technology, engineering and math.

Girls, during the event you may have the chance to:

· Climb aboard a helicopter and talk with the pilot

· Learn about satellites and go on a GPS scavenger hunt

· Make your own hand sanitizer

· Learn how to design a web site

· Explore the exploding field of solar energy technology

· And so much more!

And, of course – there will be tons of great prizes to win!

Lunch is also included.

Parents and Educators,
Statistics continue to show there is a need to have more girls enter careers in technology. There exists an increasing demand for skilled professionals in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). This event will help spotlight the rewarding and fulfilling aspects of STEM careers through hands-on exploration.

There will be a morning and afternoon session designed just for you.

GETT is free, fun, and informative.

Come and explore possibilities for your future! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

For more information please contact Patti VanCleave by email at pvancleave@cceconomicdevelopment.com