Winthrop Elementary School to help families navigate through challenging economic times

“Thinking About the Future” event designed to prepare students and adults for college, careers and financial security
Contact Information: 
BPS Communications Office 617-635-9265, communications@bostonpublicschools.org
November 13, 2008
BOSTON – Students and parents at the Winthrop Elementary School will report to school this Saturday for a special event designed to help prepare them for a bright future.

“Thinking About the Future” will offer workshops to help children and adults prepare for college, career success, and financial stability.  


“Thinking About the Future”

Saturday, November 15
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

John Winthrop Elementary School
35 Brookford St., Dorchester



Speakers from area colleges, corporations, public agencies, community-based organizations and other partners will lead sessions about a variety of topics, including:
•    Getting ready for college
•    Obtaining a professional license
•    GED programs
•    Scholarship opportunities for single mothers
•    Managing your money
•    Raising financially responsible children
•    Starting your own business

Refreshments and child care will be provided.  The first 50 families to arrive will receive a copy of “We Beat the Street,” a true story about three young men from Newark who became doctors.