LEARNINGRx's HOSTS 23rd ANNUAL TYSONS REGIONAL CHAMBER of COMMERCE STARS EVENT

Maureen Loftus, executive director of LearningRx of Vienna and Reston, Va. hosted the 23rd Annual Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce Stars event with 42 students attending from 22 Fairfax County schools for their positive achievements and significant improvements. For more information, go to www.learningrx.com.

More than 150 attendees joined the event, including Dr. Steven Lockard, deputy superintendent of Fairfax County Schools. Each year, the Tysons Regional Chamber partners with area schools to celebrate and honor selected students who deserve recognition for positive potential or significant improvements. The Chamber Stars event celebrates the accomplishment of students who have persevered despite significant obstacles or personal struggles.

The children’s program began with a visit to Barnes and Noble at Tysons Corner Center, Va., where each student selected two books: one for their school library, and one for them to keep. Students also enjoyed lunch at La Sandia Restaurant and received awards recognizing their accomplishments.

The Chamber Stars program is possible because of sponsorships from Navy Federal Credit Union and LearningRx.

“Each of the Chamber Stars here today represent what results from choosing to take on the challenges that life presents,” said Maureen Loftus, executive director of LearningRx of Reston, Va. and Vienna, Va. “Each of these students chose to work very hard to overcome the obstacles rather than quitting, and this perseverance and hard work will enable each of these students to shine bright for years to come,” said Loftus.