Right now, our priority is the NJ LEEP community. We are working internally to find ways to support our students, staff, and families, and to provide space for feeling and grieving. (Part 2)

We know that sharing images on social media does little to impact the violence and collective trauma of systematic racism across families, communities and generations. We realize that silence also only serves the oppressor. Her are some resources: minnesotamonthly.com/lifestyle/how-… (Part 3)

Here are some excerpts from an internal message sent to our students and families from the Executive Director. We may not always get it right, but everything we do will always be rooted in love. We will always do our best and will always be open to doing better.

Guest speaker Arianna Demas, a William J. Brennan Fellow from the ACLU's Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project, spoke to our sophomores and juniors about the 1st Amendment freedom of speech as it pertains to the fact pattern for the 2021 Debater of the Year competition.

Read a message from our Board Chair in recognition of National Volunteer Month here: conta.cc/3sLfuJD

On Saturday, April 17th, nearly 50 alum joined NJ LEEP at Career Launch Day. Thanks to the generous support of our community, NJ LEEP was able to give away three $500 Scholarships to our college students! Thank you to everyone who participated in this wonderful event.

Save the date! Join us on May 20th for the virtual Leadership in Diversity Gala Honoring Lucy Fato from AIG! Learn how NJ LEEP students tackled challenges during the COVID-19 Pandemic and help us celebrate our graduating high school seniors. Learn more at njleep.org/gala

Last week, IMC hosted a virtual field trip with our high school freshmen where they had the opportunity to meet with professionals and learn about using technology for trading. Thank you so much to the IMC team for planning such a fun and educational afternoon!

Wishing for bright and shining days for our May birthdays!

Thank you for 10 incredible years of love and leadership! We are so grateful for all that you have done for our community. Congratulations on your 10 year anniversary with NJ LEEP, Ms. A!

"Some of my dreams and aspirations are to be a Congresswoman. I want to change the world, and write laws, and make the world a better place." - Nicole G. Join us in 2 days at our virtual gala to hear stories from students like Nicole. RSVP at njleep.org/gala-tickets.

Tomorrow is NJ LEEP’s Leadership in Diversity Virtual Gala! Join us at 7pm EDT to honor Lucy Fato, the 2021 seniors, and learn more about NJ LEEP! Click to register and learn more: buff.ly/2WXmlAp

Factor is proud to support NJ LEEP and its Virtual Leadership in Diversity Gala, honoring Lucy Fato, AIG’s Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Global Head of Communications and Government Affairs, taking place tonight at 7 pm ET! Join the event: ow.ly/1bye50ERg1b

Last week NJ LEEP wrapped up virtual after-school and Saturday programming for the 2020-21 school year! Virtual summer programming begins in July. We’re looking forward to a fun and busy summer.

Congratulations to the Class of 2021! Last week we celebrated our graduating seniors at our Senior Signing Day, our annual celebration with students, families, and supporters. Congratulations and good luck! youtu.be/QfcTPBoTyXU

Last week, volunteers from Verizon led our annual Networking for Success event for high school freshmen to help students prepare for their summer week-on-the-job placements. Thank you for a wonderful session which will help our students make the most of their summer!

Check out the June Volunteer Bulletin to learn about the many upcoming volunteer opportunities this summer, and get involved! All of our volunteer opportunities will continue to be virtual. conta.cc/3w4qZhH

Wishing you all a very happy birthday and a wonderful end to the school year!

Happy Birthday to those born in July! We wish you a fantastic year to come.

Congratulations Panasonic North America and Megan Myungwon Lee! We love our partnership with Panasonic North America, and are grateful for all that you do for the Newark community and our NJ LEEP family.