Children 1ST Ambassadors
The Children 1st Ambassador program is a career exploration program for low-resourced, mostly minority middle school students, rooted in two service-learning projects. Students either self-select or are referred by teachers to become an Ambassador.
Ambassador Locations:
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Children 1st Ambassador Program North End Campus
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2023 N. Arkansas, Wichita 67203
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Children 1st Ambassador Program East Campus
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3205 E Grand St, Wichita, KS 67218
The Ambassador program includes:
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Two service-learning projects per year: fall food drive for Beef Up the Pantry and spring Ambassador’s choice (they pick, fundraise, and complete the project).
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Often professionals, who identify as Hispanic or Asian, volunteer to speak about their career journey, with emphasis on STEAM careers.
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One college campus tour in the spring
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One parent night at each participating school is held annually to explain how college works and savings plans in Kansas that match money.
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Connecting with the WSU programs for first generation college students to speak about their journey.
Past Service projects:
MENTAL HEALTH DAY
BEEF UP THE PANTRY FOOD DRIVE