FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Coverage Invitation: Project T.E.A.C.H. – Connecting Business Volunteers with 4th Graders to Inspire Future Careers Bradenton, FL – March 10, 2025 – The Manatee Chamber of Commerce and the School District of Manatee County are excited to invite media coverage for Project T.E.A.C.H., a unique event designed to inspire and educate 4th-grade students about careers and local businesses. The event will take place on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at local elementary schools across Manatee County. Project T.E.A.C.H. – Teach Everyone About Career Horizons – invites business professionals to engage with students in classrooms and share their career journeys, helping students envision what their future could hold. More than 150 volunteers from local businesses will join students in a fun and interactive activity. As part of the event, students will have the opportunity to create their own business cards for the careers they hope to pursue, fostering early career exploration and enthusiasm. Event Details: Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025 Time: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM EDT 7:00 AM: Volunteer Orientation Breakfast 8:15 AM: Volunteers travel to assigned schools 8:45 AM: Arrive at school and check in at the front office (picture ID required) MOST IMPORTANT: 9:00 – 10:00 AM: Classroom activity with 4th graders Location: Volunteer Orientation Breakfast: Wakeland Support Center, 1812 27th Street E., Bradenton, FL 34208 Volunteers in the Classroom for the Activity: Local Elementary Schools Volunteering is easy, engaging, and rewarding. The Chamber provides all curriculum and materials—volunteers only need to bring their enthusiasm and 25 business cards. Activities include a “guessing game” where students try to figure out the volunteer’s job based on first impressions, followed by a career-focused discussion and a hands-on activity where students design business cards for their future careers. Media Opportunities: Visit select local elementary schools and capture the interaction between volunteers and students Interview volunteers and students about the impact of the event Media RSVP: Please RSVP for media coverage by contacting Jacki Dezelski, President and CEO, at 941-748-4842 ext. 131 or by emailing JackiD@ManateeChamber.com by March 12, 2025. Join us as we help shape the future of Manatee County’s next generation of leaders and innovators! About Project T.E.A.C.H. Project T.E.A.C.H. is a collaborative effort between the Manatee Chamber of Commerce and the School District of Manatee County. The program connects local business leaders with students to provide hands-on career exploration and insight into local industries. For more information, please contact: Carey Miller Vice President Manatee Chamber of Commerce Phone: 941-748-4842 ext. 113 Email: CareyM@ManateeChamber.com Website: ManateeChamber.com About the Manatee Chamber of Commerce The Manatee Chamber of Commerce, a nationally recognized chamber of commerce with more than 2,200 member businesses and organizations representing 85,000 employees, has offices in Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch to serve the greater Manatee County area. Its mission is to build a positive business environment while enhancing the community’s quality of life.