[轉錄][情報] Ground Broken on Phase II of Andre Ag …
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標題: [情報] Ground Broken on Phase II of Andre Agassi College Prepar
時間: Sun Feb 23 10:35:50 2003
The construction for the next phase of the school begins for At-Promise Kids
in West Las Vegas. Reigning Australian Open Champion Andre Agassi is
accustomed to breaking new ground, both on and off the court. One of
only five men to win all four Grand Slam tournaments, Agassi has built
an illustrious tennis career and an equal reputation for his humanitarian
efforts, including the annual Grand Slam for Children benefit concert and
the Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy (Agassi Prep), a charter school
for at-risk kids located in West Las Vegas.
Students from Agassi Prep, Principal Wayne Tanaka, community, business and
political leaders, the Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation (AACF) Board of
Directors and Capital Campaign Committees, and other dignitaries joined
Agassi to break ground today on construction of Phase II of the charter
school. Currently, Agassi Prep consists of grades 3-6. Phase II will add
grades 7-9, with grades 10-12 opening through 2008.
争ince the opening of this school in August of 2001, hundreds of children ?
who would normally not have access to the finest resources ? have had the
opportunity to attend and get an outstanding education,? Agassi said. 錊Today is a celebration of the next phase of our development and a further
realization of our vision for the future of the students.? Agassi Prep is
an independent public school that fosters innovation and excellence in
education through academic programs designed to enhance students?
character, respect, motivation and self-discipline.
The AACF also announced today a new partnership with Aramis and Designer
Fragrances, a division of The Est嶪 Lauder Companies (NYSE:EL). The
multi-year deal will establish Agassi as the spokesperson for a new
fragrance, slated for a global launch in September and position the
Aramis and Designer Fragrances Division as the lead corporate sponsor
of the AACF, and the presenting sponsor of its major fundraiser, the
Grand Slam for Children, a benefit concert slated for Oct. 4, 2003.
巣e are very excited to begin this new relationship with Andre,?stated
John Karp, president of Aramis and Designer Fragrances. 声nyone who has
watched him play tennis knows how determined he is, even in the face of
overwhelming odds. But not only is he a great athlete, he is also a
magnetic, confident, compelling personality who is able to balance
career, family and philanthropy. He epitomizes the fulfillment of
hopes, the realization of dreams, the drive to surpass expectations.
He is a wonderful role model, and we look forward to a long, productive
partnership.?
Phase II of construction consists of master planning the campus and designing
the new facilities within the Agassi Prep campus. The goal is to develop an
overall vision and master plan for the school, which will ultimately house
Kindergarten through Grade 12. Phase II is scheduled to be open for the new
school year in Fall 2003. Development includes a 27,717- square-foot middle
school and a 26,973-square-foot multipurpose/music building.
繊ur goal at Agassi Prep is to pioneer possibilities,?said Principal Wayne
Tanaka, a 30-year educator. 斉y working together to encourage and inspire
kids, we can ensure every one of our community旧 children receives the
education vital to his or her success and provide the tools needed to
realize their dreams. Children who once considered themselves 蝰t risk?
now describe themselves as 蝰t promise.??
More than anything else in his life, Agassi says the success he旧 enjoyed
has taught him the importance of dedication and hard work. 荘hat旧 a lesson
I観 determined to share with kids who might otherwise not have the
opportunity to succeed,?added Agassi. 潜iving up to your potential
may often just be a matter of what opportunities are available to
you. Our children旧 futures lie in our willingness to give them the
tools they need to succeed and to open the doors of opportunity.?
The AACF is the driving force behind Agassi Prep, which is located
within a mile of the 25,000-square-foot Andre Agassi Boys & Girls
Club, built by the Foundation in 1997. To date, the AACF has raised
more than $23.5 million for local charities and causes that benefit
at-risk children in Las Vegas.
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