V1N2 - SCAlpha Introduces New Signature Community Service Projects

Aligning with the vision District Director Don Weston, the District of South Carolina is launching two new signature community service projects, “Let’s Tie Things Up” and “Alpha Men Do Read” to impact the communities in South Carolina. These initiatives will serve as the "signature" community service projects of the District Conference. South Carolina brothers will serve middle school male students through the "Let’s Tie Things Up" initiative by conducting interactive workshops regarding the importance of a positive and professional male image and career readiness. Brothers will cover a range of topics from dress for success, verbal communication strategies, tips to being successful in work environments, to career exploration. Brothers will ultimately support young men in tying ties with a supply of donated neckties and bow ties.According to National Assessment of Education Progress (NEAP), nearly 70 percent of Black fourth grade boys read below level. The "Alpha Men Do Read" initiative represents the District’s proactive measure to promote literacy development in elementary schools. Brothers will conduct a book drive and dedicate reading time at local elementary schools. Curriculum has been developed to measure and undergird both initiatives under the direction of Brother Dr. Anthony Broughton, SC Alpha University Director. The two new initiatives will align with Project Alpha and/or Go to High School, Go to College.