For the past year I have been working for the 21st Century Academic Youth Program on weekends that help inner city children broaden their horizons and understanding to make them more knowledgeable on a variety of skills such as leadership, science, computer skills, writing, etc. My job is to assist the children in molding their talents to become well-rounded individuals in today’s competitive market. Through this great opportunity came great networking through a simple morning conversation.
Irene DelRosso, Instructional Coach for the Department of Academic Support informed me on the great program that they have going on with their morning breakfast routine. This is a vital meal for any child to optimize learning and retention. I proceeded to explain my internship to Irene and what Jimmy Dean’s mission is with partnering with Share Our Strength No Kid Hungry Campaign. I offered her the opportunity of showcasing the program on the NKH Blog site. In doing so the city of Paterson can receive free publicity on the great initiatives they are doing while enhancing the NKH Campaign’s mission Jimmy Dean is so passionate about.
She welcomed the chance and we exchanged numbers. The life of a future public relations specialist is never done, to always seize the opportunity and to take charge is my mantra in life. The work that the Youth Program does along with the Paterson School District breakfast program couldn’t have been a better fit.