2007-08-29
Michael Nutter Joins Perspectives' Board of Directors
Philadelphia, PA—August 29, 2007-Perspectives Debate Inc. ("Perspectives") is proud to announce the addition of Michael Nutter to the organizations' Board of Directors.
Since graduating from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Mr. Nutter has served as a member of the City Council and the City Board of Trusts and has been Chairman of the Pennsylvania Convention Center Authority Board. During his time in City Council, Mr. Nutter helped lead efforts in countless economic and legislative measures to improve the quality of life for people and businesses in Philadelphia. Mr. Nutter is currently the Democratic Nominee for Mayor of Philadelphia in the mayoral election this fall.
In supporting Perspectives, Mr. Nutter notes that "Creating opportunities for students to further develop the critical skills for academic success, enhancing their prospects for a college education and preparing them for life are very important. Your partnership with so many schools in this City is an invaluable resource. I am grateful to you for your investment in and commitment to young people and the City."
Perspectives promotes youth debate education in the greater Philadelphia area through its Afterschool, Saturday Seminars, summer debate institute, and other programs. Debate programs provide opportunities for both students and teachers to broaden their horizons and provide a forum for academic excellence and growth. Studies show that students who participate in debate score higher on standardized tests and have a much higher likelihood of being accepted to college. Mr. Nutter's support for Perspectives shows his support for the values of high school debate and his dedication to promoting youth discourse and education.
Perspectives is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 2005 by former debaters Alexander McCobin and Lilly Deng, who are now students at the University of Pennsylvania and Harvard University. Perspectives received an angel grant from philanthropist H.F. "Gerry" Lenfest and has since been supported by the Samuel S. Fels Fund, the Phoebe Haas Charitable Trust "A", as recommended by Carole Haas Gravagno, and the Philadelphia Bar Association Young Lawyers Division. Since its founding, Perspectives has educated students from 30 schools in 8 states, with a focus on the Philadelphia region. Please visit www.philadebate.org for more details.
Press Contacts:
Alexander McCobin
Perspectives Debate Inc.
alex@philadebate.org
(717) 873-2528
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Perspectives is a Philadelphia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization promoting youth debate education. Students who debate dramatically increase their reading comprehension, critical thinking, and public speaking skills. In the process, debate becomes a forum to foster youth achievement and civic responsibility. Perspectives has worked with over 400 students in 8 states through afterschool, summer, and special events. www.philadebate.org