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Served and Connected
Served and Connected

Wow, 12 weeks went by fast! With the successful wrap of Serve and Connect in Baltimore and Chicago, we reflect on the lessons learned then consider how to sustain the relationships we established through the project.

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Susan KlumpnerUnited States, Tennis, association, usta, foundation, serve, connect, serve and connect, police, engagement, community, department, police officer, police department, baltimore, chicago, riverdale, dolton, kids, students, children, youth, school, afterschool, after school, after-school, program, nonprofit, organization, chicago tribune, tony baranek
The Summer Upswing
The Summer Upswing

Though many students jump for joy when school is excused for the summer, the children living in south suburban Chicago and Baltimore City are forced to consider their level of safety due to increased violence. How can we make a difference in young lives and save the summer through The ACE Project?

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Susan Klumpnertennis, baltimore, chicago, riverdale, dolton, violence, summer, school, afterschool, student, students, elementary, threat, violent, shootings, camp, outdoors, youth, kids, children, child, development, safety, safe, secure, infrastructure, donation, donate, nonprofit, programs
Doing What it Takes
Doing What it Takes

The ACE Project aim to strengthen our community networks by launching Serve and Connect, which will welcome local police officers into our Baltimore- and Chicago-based schools and give them the opportunity to participate in learning activities with students. In partnership with the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Foundation, Serve and Connect kicks off at the end of February, and we can't wait for the fun to begin! 

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Susan Klumpnerchicago, baltimore, riverdale, dolton, USTA, tennis, police, serve, connect, justice department, police department, police officer, officer, matthew henson elementary school, roosevelt elementary school, lincoln elementary school, calvin rodwell elementary school, community, engagement, violence, collaboration, youth, student, students, freddie gray, safety, well-being, security, protection, law, law enforcement
Coach's Corner: Ms. Janet Eaker
Coach's Corner: Ms. Janet Eaker

ACE catches up with Ms. Janet Eaker, physical education teacher at Washington Elementary School in Riverdale, to learn what motivates her as a coach and teacher. Her answers may not surprise you---the students play a major role---but Coach Eaker's heart and dedication are felt through her responses

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