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2025 Take Stock Mentor of the Year Marissa Brown

Take Stock in Children 2025 Alumni of the Year: Marissa Brown

We proudly announce that Marissa Brown, a 2009 Take Stock in Children graduate from Marion County, has been named the Take Stock in Children 2025 Alumni of the Year. Marissa, a proud alum and dedicated mentor, continues to impact students’ lives, advocating for their success and opening doors to academic and career opportunities. Marissa’s years …

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Take Stock in Children Mentor of the Year for Pinellas County Kimberly Johnson

Pinellas County proudly announces Kimberly Johnson as their Take Stock Mentor of the Year

We congratulate Kimberly Johnson, Pinellas County’s Take Stock in Children 2024-2025 Mentor of the Year! Kimberly was among many mentors honored at the Pinellas County Schools Outstanding Mentor Appreciation Breakfast held during Mentor Appreciation Month. Kimberly’s mentoring journey started with mentee Amelia in the student’s 8th grade year. What makes Kimberly’s mentoring stand out in …

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Take Stock Flagler celebrates 85 impactful mentors in Mentor Month celebration

This month, the Flagler County Education Foundation celebrated their 85 dedicated Take Stock in Children mentors in honor of Mentor Appreciation Month. “Recognizing them alongside our school board members and leaders was a joy. We are incredibly grateful for these mentors who volunteer their time each week to meet with their mentees, often during their lunch breaks. …

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Take Stock in Children of Palm Beach County mentors the Solis twins

Take Stock Palm Beach honors the Solis twins for their double impact of mentorship

Shannon and Sharmagne Solis, the dynamic duo behind the Take Stock in Children of Palm Beach County program at Village Academy, have profoundly impacted their students, school, and the community. The sisters understand the challenges many of their students face. They’ve become a crucial bridge between students, their families, and educational opportunities, often making college feel accessible …

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Lee County announces Rhonda Dahlin as their Take Stock Mentor of the Year

The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools, Inc. hosted its Take Stock in Children Mentor Appreciation ceremony this month, celebrating the incredible individuals who dedicate their time and energy to guiding and inspiring Lee County students. “We are deeply grateful for the mentors who make a lasting impact, fostering personal growth and academic success and …

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Take Stock’s Leaders 4 Life program announces 12 finalists

Congratulations to our 12 finalists for the Leaders 4 Life Fellowship! In proud partnership with the Asofsky Family Foundation, 12 seniors from Take Stock programs throughout the state were recognized for their exceptional academics and leadership skills. The students were celebrated in big ways by their respective Take Stock programs, and we’re just sharing some …

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Take Stock Polk County student sets sights on Brown University as a QuestBridge Scholar

Congratulations are in order for Take Stock Polk County student Eshan A.! Pictured on the left, Eshan is one of 2,627 Finalists who matched this year and have earned full four-year scholarships awarded by QuestBridge‘s 52 college partners! Polk County Public Schools shared, “Two seniors from IB Bartow have been awarded scholarships through the prestigious …

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Take Stock alum and former board chair Jared Torres named 2024 News Service of Florida Impact Awards Honoree

This year’s News Service of Florida Impact Awardees are setting examples of how Floridians care for one another. Their service spans the Sunshine State, from policy that changes lives at the Tallahassee statehouse to advocacy on behalf of families with autism, at-risk youth in the foster-care system and Hispanic entrepreneurship. These honorees also show the …

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