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Mann UCLA Community School: Centennial honors neighborhood pride and a legacy of learning
The iconic LAUSD school celebrated its roots as a pioneering institution of public education in partnership with the university. A historic educational anchor of its South Los Angeles neighborhood, the Horace Mann UCLA Community School celebrated its centennial on April 10 with a visit from UCLA and NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, a mural festival led Read More »
Read MoreHorace Mann UCLA Community School Commemorates 100 Years
Horace Mann UCLA Community School celebrated its 100th anniversary on Friday with a community celebration and mural festival. The festival included mural tours, games, free food and a resource fair. KJLH also provided music while attendees engaged in the myriad of activities. “To be here as the principal, to me, is a gift,” said Horace Read More »
Read MoreOCDE — WATCH: NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar helps launch Skyhook Foundation partnership with OCDE’s Inside the Outdoors
For 20 professional seasons, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar had one of the most unstoppable moves in basketball, unleashing his patented sky hook to drop more than 38,000 points before retiring as the NBA’s all-time leading scorer. Now, through his Skyhook Foundation, he’s helping young people get their own shot — starting with hands-on lessons in science, technology Read More »
Read MoreThe Orange County Register — Abdul-Jabbar’s Skyhook Foundation teams with OC’s Inside the Outdoors
Orange County school children will be doing a little more outdoor exploring and learning thanks to a boost from Laker legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Officials announced a collaboration between Abdul-Jabbar’s Skyhook Foundation and the Orange County Department of Education’s Inside the Outdoors during a program at Edison Elementary School in Anaheim. The OCDE program provides environmental Read More »
Read MoreUCLA Newsroom — Kareem Abdul-Jabbar gives Los Angeles kids the chance to make ‘a shot that can’t be blocked’
UCLA and NBA legend’s Skyhook Foundation and Adidas give UCLA Community School students new gear In the annals of professional basketball, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has made his mark as a champion at his alma mater, UCLA, and in the NBA. On Nov. 17, he further cemented his legendary vision off the court on a visit to Read More »
Read MoreLAUSD — Lace Up to Give Kids a Shot that Can’t Be Blocked! The Skyhook Foundation, Los Angeles Unified, and UCLA Partner to provide 1,000 LAUSD Students with Shoes and Backpacks
Quick look Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s Skyhook Foundation will donate 1,000 pairs of Adidas shoes and backpacks to 4th, 5th and 6th graders attending Los Angeles Unified schools, all of whom are eligible to participate in the outdoor experiential STEAM program at Camp Skyhook in the Angeles National Forest. The in-person distribution event will take place on Read More »
Read MoreKareem Abdul-Jabbar commits to improving health care within marginalized communities
Bruins and Lakers legend joins the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center Board of Advisors. May 17, 2023 By Leo Smith It’s impossible to consider the history of UCLA without dedicating time to the contributions of NBA Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. From starring on the three-time NCAA champion Bruins Men’s Basketball team under coach John Read More »
Read MoreKareem Abdul-Jabbar joins Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho to Celebrate a 10-year Partnership between Los Angeles Unified and the Skyhook Foundation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 10, 2023 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joins Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho to Celebrate a 10-year Partnership between Los Angeles Unified and the Skyhook Foundation WHAT: Los Angeles Unified and the Skyhook Foundation celebrates a 10-year partnership in support of STEM and environmental and outdoor education. A check presentation of $100,000 by the Read More »
Read MoreNBA unveils Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Trophy for annual Social Justice Champion award
Gridley Street Elementary School Students Pledge To “Make a Friend Who Doesn’t Look Like You”
Gridley Street Elementary School is a Dual Language Academy teaching Kindergarten – 5th Grade Located in San Fernando, CA, Gridley Street Elementary School is in the Los Angeles Unified School District Thanks to Teacher David Arellano for setting this up with the Foundation for his superb class!
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