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223 North Main Street
Greenville, TN 37745
423-820-8181
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Niswonger Foundation
"Learn - Earn - Return™"
Scott M. Niswonger
Chairman and Founder
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Creating Opportunities for Individual and Community Growth through Education and Other Sustainable Projects |
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"Learning Together Day" Hosts Educators from Across the Region |
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Educators across Northeast Tennessee joined their colleagues for a professional development day centered on the theme of "Learning Together - One Region, One Purpose, Every Child." More than 4200 educators, representing all subject areas, gathered at thirteen locations across ten school districts for stimulating presentations (specific to their subject areas), discussion and relationship building with their colleagues.
Food City joined the Niswonger Foundation as the major sponsor of the 2022 Learning Together Day. Other sponsors included East Tennessee State University, King University, Milligan University, TCAT Elizabethton, Tusculum University, Walters State Community College, Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents, Ballad Health, ten Northeast Tennessee School Districts, and University School. Food City generously provided lunch for all participants.
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Niswonger Foundation's CareerConnect Participants Welcome Marlin White, Program Contributor |
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On Friday, January 13, a select group of the Niswonger Foundation's CareerConnect students, known as Explorers, gathered for a special opportunity to meet two regional business leaders and learn about their journeys to career success. The students were joined by Marlin White, President of Chasan Industrial Complex, Greeneville; and Scott M. Niswonger, local businessman, philanthropist, Chairman and Founder of the Niswonger Foundation.
The CareerConnect program serves selected students in high schools in Greeneville City, Greene County, Carter County and Washington County. This workforce readiness and career exploration initiative is designed to provide students the opportunity to explore career paths, develop essential skills for workforce success, and gain real-world work experiences. There are currently 275 students participating in this workforce readiness program.
Marlin White became a contributor to the success of CareerConnect when he learned of the program's focus on building a strong workforce and providing students with excellent training for their future careers. As he and Niswonger addressed the students, they shared the experiences that put them on the path to success. The students were provided with their best advice, including learning from mistakes, taking risks, the importance of seeking mentors and effective role models, and not to be afraid of hard work. The students were given an opportunity to ask questions and share their thoughts and experiences.
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Niswonger Foundation Benefits
from Jersey Mike's Grand Opening
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The Niswonger Foundation was presented a $3000 check from Jersey Mike's franchise owner, Sam Curde. Recently, Curde opened his third Jersey Mike's regional location at 2327 East Andrew Johnson Highway in Greeneville. The contribution came as part of the store's grand opening celebration. |
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For a $2.00, or more, contribution to the work of the Niswonger Foundation, customers received a free sub sandwich. While accepting the contribution, Foundation Chairman and Founder, Scott M. Niswonger, praised Curde for his commitment to education. "This show of support for our work to ensure that students are prepared for post-secondary education and careers is impressive. I greatly appreciate Sam's dedication to building our community. We are delighted to have Jersey Mike's Sub Shop locate in Greeneville." |
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On hand for the check presentation were youth leaders from the Greene County 4-H program. The student leaders included Randy Strickland and Hailey Williamson (Chuckey Doak High School); Cannon Wilhoit (South Greene High School); Layla McKee (homeschooled); Emma Grace Meadows (North Greene Middle School); and Mason Philbeck (Greeneville High School). This group is lead by Christian Dalton, Greene County 4-H Youth Development Extension Agent. Dalton is a Niswonger Scholar Alumnus, having returned to the region to fulfill his commitment as a Niswonger Scholar. |
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Following the check presentation, Curde and Niswonger joined the student 4-H leaders to share their career experiences, the importance of giving back to your community, best tips for a successful future, and to learn more about the goals of the future leaders. And, of course, they enjoyed a Jersey Mike's lunch. |
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Reflecting on the event, Niswonger Foundation President and CEO, Dr. Nancy Dishner, stated: "We are honored to have a business leader, like Sam Curde, willing to share time and resources in support of our work. He well represents our Foundation's motto - Learn - Earn - Return." |
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!QUICK NEWS HIGHLIGHTS!
- Dr. Nancy Dishner, President and CEO of the Niswonger Foundation was asked to join Commissioner Penny Schwinn and selected staff from the Tennessee Department of Education for the National Pathways grant - LAUNCH. Law Loving, Director of Workforce Readiness for the Foundation will be assisting Dr. Dishner with this two-year project focused on developing pathways and advancing policies and strategies for greater scale and sustainability of the pathways needed for workforce development in Tennessee.
- Dr. Dishner was elected Chair of the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation for 2023.
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The Advanced Placement (AP) Access for All program is a partnership between the Niswonger Foundation and the Tennessee Department of Education. AP Access for All provides students across the state with access to virtual AP courses, educational resources, and individualized teacher support. |
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AP Access for ALL Has Entered the Second Year of Providing Free, Online College-Level Classes |
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The Niswonger Foundation CareerConnect Program is a workforce readiness and career exploration initiative for 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students. The program serves Greeneville City, Greene County, Carter County and Washington County in Tennessee and is a partnership between these school systems and local industry. It is designed to provide students the opportunity to explore career paths, develop "soft skills," earn work ethic distinction, and gain real-world work experience. |
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The Niswonger Foundation CER Program improves student achievement by providing common benchmark assessments, reporting and pacing guides, data analysis, teacher created resources, and collaboration across Northeast Tennessee. |
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COMPREHENSIVE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
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The Niswonger Foundation Developing Academic Coaches Program is in partnership with New Teacher Center (NTC) to implement a high-quality, standards-aligned instructional coaching program. This program assists ELA, math, and science coaches in approximately 60 Northeast Tennessee schools in developing their skills to better serve teachers and improve instruction. |
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DEVELOPING ACADEMIC COACHES
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The Niswonger Foundation Online Learning Program was established to ensure a broader and more rigorous inventory of courses to help prepare students, even in our smallest and most rural school systems, to be successful with post-secondary education. |
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"The best part about online learning is that I can work at my own pace. If someone was taking their first Niswonger Online class, I would advise them to take their weekly deadlines seriously."
Carlie N
Cumberland Gap High School
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"I like having the ability to work at my own pace, and having an overview of all my assignments for the entire year. Don't be scared to reach out if you have questions or concerns about assignments because my teachers have been very helpful and understanding."
Anaston H
Cannon County High School
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The NiswongerCare College and Career Advising Program serves students in Northeast Tennessee to develop a stronger college-going and career ready culture. College and Career Advisors assist students in planning for careers, completing post-secondary admission applications, financial aid forms, and matriculation tasks. |
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NISWONGERCARE COLLEGE AND CAREER ADVISING
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The Niswonger Foundation Project On-Track Program is a literacy tutoring program for kindergarten through third grade students whose learning has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic due to interrupted learning opportunities. |
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The Niswonger Foundation Rural Literacy Initiative Focused on Effectiveness (Rural LIFE) Program uses personalized learning strategies to improve academic achievement for students in grades 6-8 in Northeast Tennessee, made possible by an $8 million EIR grant from the U.S. Department of Education. |
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The Niswonger Foundation STEM.LD Program targets students and educators in grades 6-12 in Northeast Tennessee. The project designs in-person and virtual STEM-rich learning environments for students to accelerate learning and exposure to STEM subjects while exploring their interests in these fields. |
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CONTRIBUTIONS FOR NOVEMBER 2022 - JANUARY 2023 |
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Tennessee Department of Education...
Transport Enterprise Leasing............
David Hatley........................................
The Brotherton Foundation...............
Paul and Tammy Carmichael.............
Scott M. Niswonger.............................
Dennis Depew......................................
Jersey Mike's Subs.............................
Gary Nave............................................
Michael and Gwen Roberts................
Karla Niswonger Terry........................
Ricky and Robin Shepherd................
Elliott and Leslie Creutzinger............
Patrick and Susan Creutzinger..........
Sarah Creutzinger...............................
Sherry Cockerham..............................
Matt Strunk..........................................
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Gustavo Castillo - (College of Charleston, Junior - completed an internship in December at CrossFit Park West in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. He was offered and has accepted a position at the College of Charleston as a fitness teacher during his senior year. |
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Trenton Dickerson (University of Tennessee, Senior - has accepted a position with the Connors Group, a consulting firm, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. |
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Aisling Hagan - (University of Tennessee-Knoxville, Senior) - was invited to be a student panelist in a discussion on food systems for the Student Basic Needs Coalition at UT. |
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John Turner - (University of Tennessee-Knoxville, Senior) - has accepted a position with the Knoxville Community Development Corporation beginning this summer. |
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Hope Adkins (Class of 2018) accepted a position at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville as the Coordinator of Special Projects for the Office of the Vice Chancellor of Student Life. |
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Christian Dalton - (Class of 2020) - as the Greene County 4-H Youth Development Extension Agent, brought a group of 4-H students to the Niswonger Foundation Learning Center on January 12th for Leadership advice from Dr. Nancy Dishner, President and CEO of the Foundation, Scott Niswonger, Chairman and Founder, and Sam Curde, owner of the local Jersey Mikes sub shop. |
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Law Loving - (Class of 2012) - is seeking an Ed.D. in Human Resources and Workforce Development at the University of Arkansas. |
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Jasmine Martin - (Class of 2022) - accepted a position with the NiswongerCare program as an Advisor. |
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McKenzie Potter - (Class of 2018) - was selected as a member of the Board of Directors and the finance committee for the Hands On Museum in Gray, Tennessee. |
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Ivory Shelton - (Class of 2016) - was matched to the University of Louisville Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship Program, beginning in the Fall. |
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Zachary Ward - (Class of 2019) - and his wife have returned from a 3-year mission trip to Morocco. Zach has accepted an interim teaching position in science at Science Hill High School, in Johnson City, Tennessee. |
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Niswonger Foundation | 423-820-8181 | 223 North Main Street, Greeneville, TN 37745 | www.niswongerfoundation.org |
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