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The LIFE School Hosts Fundraising Gala March 16
Funds raised will be directed toward student scholarships, building improvements and expanding access to new programs and experiences.
The LIFE School, an innovative high school in Southwest Atlanta, will host a fundraising gala, “Fearless Exploration,” Saturday, March 16, from 6-9 p.m. at Peters Street Station, located at 333 Peters St. S.W. in Atlanta. Funds raised during the event will be directed toward student scholarships, building improvements and expanding access to new programs and experiences for the students.
“Fearless Exploration” will include food, entertainment, and a silent auction that will include such items as locally curated art and experiences; a professional photo shoot; a private wine tasting; personal training sessions; professional makeup by Suzanne Mohr, the founder/owner of Beauty Marked Cosmetics; and four custom guitar lessons with Jennifer Bliss, the lead guitarist of Venus.
Special awards will be presented to Angel McCoughtry, a professional basketball player for the Atlanta Dream of the Women's National Basketball Association; and Dr. Lonnie Johnson, the inventor of the Super Soaker water gun, which has been among the world's bestselling toys every year since its release. Johnson also founded The Lonnie Johnson STEM Activity Center, where The LIFE School’s female robotics team trains.
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Serving as master of ceremonies will be Christopher “Cocktails” Cornell, a poet, an educator and a renowned event host. He will be assisted by Byron “Mr. Purpose” Stewart.
General admission is $35 per person, which includes two drink tickets and two auction tickets. VIP admission is $50 per person and includes three drink tickets and five auction tickets. To purchase tickets, go to https://bit.ly/2Bq4vh1. Donations to the school (401c3) also can be made at that link.
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LIFE School students learn through passion projects and academic work. As part of the curriculum, students start businesses, intern with companies, take project-based courses and partake in off-site experiences, allowing them the opportunity to earn an accredited high school diploma in a non-traditional and nurturing environment.
For more information on The LIFE School, go to www.TheLifeSchool.co.
