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ROBO RALLY
 
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses partners with the Pasadena Educational Foundation, and others, through the annual Teacher’s Grant program. Held at the Rose Bowl, this PUSD robotics competition showcases every middle school in the district’s coding and technology skills. This year’s winner was Wilson Middle School; whose principal is Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association member Kyle Douglas. To learn more visit http://pasedfoundation.org/our-work/in-the-classroom/robotics/robo-rally/.
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ROSE CITY HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE TOURS:
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGLES AND OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE
 
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses in partnership with Rose City High School (RCHS) hosted over 40 students and chaperones for college tours of California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA) and Occidental College. The students were provided with insight into the colleges academic programs, on campus cultural programs, and overall student life. In partnership with the Ethnic Studies Department at CSULA and the Neighborhood Partnership Program at Occidental College, RCHS students were able to hear from current and former students regarding their on-campus experiences, overcoming obstacles, and following their passions and dreams in college.
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ROSE CITY HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE ENGAGEMENT DAYS: CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGLES AND CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses in partnership with Rose City High School (RCHS) hosted California State University, Northridge (CSUN) Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA) Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) for two engagement days at Rose City High School. The goal of the engagement days were to give RCHS students the space to discuss and work with representatives and students from the college and university on items relevant to the college experience such as: application and financial aid assistance, housing options, on-campus support, potential challenges and how to successfully follow and execute their passions and dreams. Current CSUN EOPS students and CSULA Administrators met with RCHS students during the lunch period to discuss some of the experiences attending the universities, how to successfully navigate the undergraduate and graduate experiences, review the application process, academic program options, financial aid and scholarship options, on-campus jobs, and student support centers..
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UCLA SIGNING DAY
Reach Higher is an organization started by former First Lady Michelle Obama during her time at the White House. Its sole mission is to promote higher education, whether through professional training programs, community college or a four-year college or university. This year, the University of California was selected by Reach Higher to co-host its 2019 College Signing Day event on May 1st at UCLA’s Pauley Pavilion. We partnered with the College Football Playoff Foundation to host a group of Pasadena high school students in attending this high-profile event. Students returned feeling inspired and empowered to start planning for their future.
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#ThisGen2019:
A YOUTH EMPOWERMENT FORUM
PRESENTED BY EAST WEST BANK
On May 11, 2019, we hosted a youth empowerment forum at the Pasadena Convention Center. This inaugural event engaged over 250 youth from the Southern California community and empowered them to plan their future. A diverse group of speakers gave attendees the opportunity to learn about; leading by example, overcoming obstacles, and following their passion. This half-day event included two panels; “Breaking Barriers” and “Building Your Brand”, a breakout session with lunch, and a keynote speaker. Attendees heard from Vivian Chan (Food Network), Daraiha Greene (Google), Mirai Nagasu (Olympic Figure Skater), Katelyn Ohashi (UCLA Gymnast), Quinton Peron (LA Rams Cheerleader), Dave Piendak (Late Late Show with James Corden), Jess Rosales (Event Host & Moderator), Sarah Toutant (USC Doctoral Student), and Ruben Dario Villa (Fuchila Freshners & Google). We look forward to elevating this educational experience. For more information, visit https://tournamentofroses.com/events/thisgen/.
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