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Honoring and celebrating Summer Search Philadelphia for their dedication to empowering Philadelphia's youth through mentorship, education, and career exploration.
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WHEREAS, Summer Search Philadelphia is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering high school students from underserved communities in the Philadelphia area, having supported over 479 young people since its inception in 2008, helping them navigate systemic barriers and achieve academic and personal success; and
WHEREAS, Summer Search Philadelphia offers a comprehensive, multi-year program that includes mentorship, transformative summer opportunities, post-secondary advising, and career exploration, all aimed at unlocking students' potential and helping them fulfill their dreams; and
WHEREAS, Through its mission, Summer Search Philadelphia strives to provide equitable opportunities to young people, particularly those from marginalized communities, by breaking down barriers and fighting for equity, fostering the development of resilience, leadership, and inner strength; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Christina Cho, the Executive Director of Summer Search Philadelphia since December 2024, brings nearly 13 years of experience in education and a deep personal connection to the organization's mission as a first-generation college graduate, daughter of immigrants, and passionate advocate for BIPOC youth; and
WHEREAS, Under Dr. Cho's leadership, Summer Search Philadelphia has continued to make a profound impact in the community, providing mentorship and transformative experiences that help students grow into confident, capable leaders; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Cho credits the success of Summer Search Philadelphia to the dedication of the talented staff-Imani, Orneno, Jillian, Muffy, Shawn, and Theo-whose hard work and commitment make the organization's work possible, and with whom she shares this recognition; and
WHEREAS, Summer Search Philadelphia's work extends beyond educational support, creating opportun...
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