Daily Archives: March 7, 2017

Virginia Festival of the Book: Mental Health Discussion

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Virginia Festival of the BookSunday, March 26, 2017 | 1 to 2:30 p.m. | UVa Culbreath Theatre

In collaboration with Partner for Mental Health and others, the Virginia Festival of the Book is presenting Sue Klebold in a FREE public program on Sunday, March 26: Mental Health: Sue Klebold and the Family Aftermath. Klebold, author and advocate for mental health awareness, research, and suicide prevention, shares the story of her son, one of the two shooters at Columbine High School in 1999, to help other families see the signs when their children need help. Dr. Richard Bonnie will join Klebold on stage for discussion and questions. Reserve tickets »

Academic Enrichment Grants – Apply by Apr. 15

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MDEF LogoThe McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation (MDEF) offers Academic Enrichment Grants designed to develop in-class and extra-curricular programs that improve student learning. The Foundation considers proposals that foster understanding, deepen students’ knowledge, and provide opportunities to expand awareness of the world around them.

Academic Enrichment Grants provide funding for programs that nurture the intellectual, artistic and creative abilities of children from low-income households. Continue reading →