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14 Feb

‘It’s one of the most gratifying things I have done’; More Mentors Needed

February 14, 2022
By Heidi Overman

Champions For Learning is dedicated to creating life-changing learning experiences for students. One way this is achieved is through th...

09 Feb

For Students, Our Work for Students

Suncoast Credit Union Impacting Student’s Financial Futures

February 9, 2022
By Heidi Overman

The Suncoast Credit Union is making a difference in the lives of Champions For Learning students in various ways. From financial lesson...

08 Feb

Night for Champions, Our Work for Students

Creating Champions for Night of Champions

February 8, 2022
By Heidi Overman

The preparation for an event the caliber of Night of Champions begins months out. However, the color schemes and seating charts are not...

16 Jan

Changemakers, Supporting Champions For Learning

Introducing UPLIFT

January 16, 2022
By Heidi Overman

“Champions aren’t born, we lift each other up.” The mission of Champions For Learning is grounded in the vision of a fully engaged co...

05 Jan

Changemakers, Night for Champions

Celebrating Champions

January 5, 2022
By Heidi Overman

This piece was originally printed in Naples Illustrated (January 2022): https://www.naplesillustrated.com/ni-current-issue/

18 Nov

Supporting Champions For Learning

Our students are AMAZING. Join in and support students directly.

November 18, 2021
By Heidi Overman

Our students are AMAZING. Given the right tools, they can and do succeed. Support students directly. Here's how you can help: Suppor...

17 Nov

For Students, Our Work for Students

Champions For Learning to Name Five Suncoast Credit Union Scholars in 2022

November 17, 2021
By Heidi Overman

The Suncoast Credit Union Foundation is partnering with the Champions For Learning to offer 5 of $2,000 scholarship awards to high scho...

17 Nov

Changemakers, Night for Champions

Champions For Learning Announces 2021-2022 Champions

November 17, 2021
By Heidi Overman

Champions For Learning is proud to announce this year’s honored Champions and Heart of the Apple recipients. The honorees are being re...

17 Nov

Changemakers

Champions For Learning Announces 2021-2022 Glass Slipper Recipients

November 17, 2021
By Heidi Overman

Champions For Learning is proud to announce the 2021-2022 Glass Slipper recipients. The honorees are Stephanie Lucarelli, Dianne Mayber...

27 Oct

Golden Apple, Our Work for Educators

Who are the top teachers in Collier schools? Teachers of Distinction named ahead of Golden Apples

October 27, 2021
By Heidi Overman

by Rachel Fradette, Naples Daily News Fourth-grade teacher Amanda Bray spent last weekend at cheer competitions and playoff foot...