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August 26, 2024

Per Scholas Celebrates Commitment to Military Community at Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR) Signing Ceremony

Per Scholas President & CEO Plinio Ayala participated in the Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR) Signing Ceremony, affirming Per Scholas's dedication to supporting military families. The ceremony, led by Mary Westmoreland, a decorated combat veteran and the New York State Vice Chair for the Department of Defense ESGR Program, highlighted Per Scholas’s commitment to helping veterans transition into the tech industry. George Darby III, Veteran and Per Scholas’ Director of Veteran Recruitment & Partnerships, announced the official launch of the "Veterans in Tech" program, further cementing the organization's ongoing support for those who have served.

News August 22, 2024

Per Scholas Strengthens Commitment to Military Families at ESGR Signing Ceremony in the Bronx

This August, the Bronx community witnessed a significant moment as Per Scholas President & CEO, Plinio Ayala, took part in the Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR) Signing Ceremony. The Ceremony, facilitated by Mary Westmoreland, a decorated combat veteran and the New York State Vice Chair for the Department of Defense ESGR Program, underscored Per Scholas' dedication to providing opportunities and support for those who have served our country, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to succeed in the tech industry.

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Press Coverage August 22, 2024

Per Scholas’ Training Featured in The Chief

Per Scholas was recently featured in The Chief's article, "Bronx-based nonprofit builds bridges to tech jobs," highlighting our no-cost training.

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News August 22, 2024

Celebrating Leadership in Diversity: Ken Walker Named a 2024 DEI Power Player

We are thrilled to share that our very own Ken Walker, Per Scholas' Executive Vice President of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Culture, has been recognized in PoliticsNY and amNY Metro's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Power Players list for 2024.

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News August 22, 2024

Rapper and Activist Killer Mike Visits Per Scholas Columbus

Ahead of the Nelsonville Music Festival in July, rapper and activist Killer Mike visited Per Scholas Columbus.

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Press Coverage August 22, 2024

How a Flexible Approach to Work Can Help Everyone Thrive

The traditional work structure is a thing of the past. In a post-COVID world, more and more workplaces adapt to the employees' needs. Companies are giving their employees the chance to cultivate new skills and gain new certifications and credentials.

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News August 15, 2024

Per Scholas and MDRC Partnership Amplified as MDRC Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Per Scholas partner, MDRC, is celebrating their 50th anniversary this year, and to celebrate, they featured some of their partners to show the impact of their work. Watch their video highlighting our partnership here.

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News August 12, 2024

Celebrating Excellence in Leadership: Noah Mitchell, Smart 50 Award Winner!

We are excited to share that Noah Mitchell, Deputy Chief Training Officer at Per Scholas, has been named one of the 2024 Smart 50 Award honorees in Central Ohio!

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News August 12, 2024

Per Scholas Appoints New Chief Development Officer to Accelerate Mission-Driven Initiatives

National nonprofit Per Scholas has appointed a new Chief Development Officer to their National Leadership Team. Sang Lee joins Per Scholas with a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership and development, ready to further the organization's mission of building a more equitable workforce.

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News August 1, 2024

Comcast’s $35 Million Commitment to Workforce Development: Supporting Per Scholas as a Team of Tomorrow

Comcast has announced a $35 million investment to support workforce development as part of Project UP — Comcast's comprehensive commitment, aimed at creating economic opportunities and addressing the digital skills gap.

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Per Scholas Celebrates Commitment to Military Community at Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR) Signing Ceremony

Per Scholas Strengthens Commitment to Military Families at ESGR Signing Ceremony in the Bronx

Per Scholas’ Training Featured in The Chief

Celebrating Leadership in Diversity: Ken Walker Named a 2024 DEI Power Player

Rapper and Activist Killer Mike Visits Per Scholas Columbus

How a Flexible Approach to Work Can Help Everyone Thrive

Per Scholas and MDRC Partnership Amplified as MDRC Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Celebrating Excellence in Leadership: Noah Mitchell, Smart 50 Award Winner!

Per Scholas Appoints New Chief Development Officer to Accelerate Mission-Driven Initiatives

Comcast’s $35 Million Commitment to Workforce Development: Supporting Per Scholas as a Team of Tomorrow

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Per Scholas Celebrates Commitment to Military Community at Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR) Signing Ceremony

Per Scholas Strengthens Commitment to Military Families at ESGR Signing Ceremony in the Bronx

Per Scholas’ Training Featured in The Chief

Celebrating Leadership in Diversity: Ken Walker Named a 2024 DEI Power Player

Rapper and Activist Killer Mike Visits Per Scholas Columbus

How a Flexible Approach to Work Can Help Everyone Thrive

Per Scholas and MDRC Partnership Amplified as MDRC Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Celebrating Excellence in Leadership: Noah Mitchell, Smart 50 Award Winner!

Per Scholas Appoints New Chief Development Officer to Accelerate Mission-Driven Initiatives

Comcast’s $35 Million Commitment to Workforce Development: Supporting Per Scholas as a Team of Tomorrow

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