Entertainers 4 Education Alliance honors NYC Principals

The end of the 2007-2008 school year is right around the corner and no one has worked harder to make sure all New York City students have the tools and resources to succeed than school principals. To honor their achievements and dedication, the Entertainers 4 Education Alliance, Educate Online, Inc., (formerly Catapult Online) and the Council of School Supervisors and Administrators will host the 2008 Principals Soiree on May 29, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., at Suzie Wong Sake Lounge, 547 W. 27th Street, New York City. Special invited guests include John Starks, (NY Knicks Legend); Dennis Walcott, (NYC Deputy Mayor for Education & Community Development); and Randi Weingarten, (President, United Federation of Teachers). 
 
The Principals Soiree honors the city’s principals for creative ways they help their students overcome the challenges they face every day to achieve at their highest potential.  “This event is an opportunity for the principals to have a good time. They work hard every day to ensure that our schools are a better place for our children to learn and grow, and this is an evening just for them,” said Tonya Lewis, Co-founder of Entertainers 4 Education Alliance.  Earnest Logan President of the CSA stated  ”Being a school leader is no easy task and to be acknowledged by your peers and colleagues is truly an honor.  However, we are not educators for recognition; we are educators because we truly want to make a difference. I commend Entertainers 4 Education Alliance and Educate Online for taking the time to thank, acknowledge and reward NYC principals.”

 

For the second year, principals throughout the city will gather at this special event to enjoy the company of their colleagues and special guest in an Asian-inspired atmosphere at Suzie Wong Sake Lounge, which is also a sponsor of the event. “The New York City Principal Soiree is our way of celebrating the people who have made a positive impact in the lives of students in New York,” said Alyce Menton, Vice President of Marketing, Educate Online. “We are proud to honor their achievements and help them celebrate a successful 2007-2008 school year.” For more information on the 2008 Principals Soiree, email pr@rsentertainmentgroup.com  or call 718-385-3133.

About Entertainers 4 Education Alliance
The Entertainers 4 Education Alliance is a not-for-profit organization established to provide at-risk youth with positive messages addressing negative behaviors and the importance of education. The alliance enlists and utilizes the talents and resources of the music and entertainment community to provide support and encouragement for youth. www.e4ea.org

About Educate Online, Inc.
Educate Online, Inc., formerly Catapult Online, is a leading provider of online educational instruction. The company is committed to being the preferred partner of schools, school districts and families by delivering unmatched quality and engaging online educational services that improve student achievement. Working with more than 50,000 students over the past seven years, Educate Online’s highly interactive and engaging solution is state aligned and has proven academic gains in grades three through 12. A top Supplemental Educational Service (SES) provider, Educate Online is also used in schools across the nation in the classroom and as part of after-school programs. In addition, Educate Online is available to families through Sylvan Learning. For more information, visit www.educate-online.com.
 
About the Council of School Supervisors and Administrators
CSA is Local 1 of AFSA, the American Federation of School Administrators, a unit of the AFL-CIO. CSA is also part of NYSFSA, the New York State Federation of School Administrators.  CSA represents nearly 6,000 Principals, Assistant Principals, Supervisors, Education Administrators, Day Care Directors and Assistant Directors. www.csa-ny.org