Upcoming Holidays, Education Scholarship, and more

June 14, 2024


 
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Dear Neighbor,
Happy Friday! In this week's eblast, you can read about Father's Day, Juneteenth, an aspiring educators scholarship program, community events, and more. You can click on the links below to navigate between sections.
 
Father's Day
Happy Friday! Father’s Day is this Sunday, and like Mother’s Day, this can sometimes be a challenging day for people who have lost their fathers or never had the chance to know them, and for fathers mourning the loss of a child. I hope that however you choose to celebrate, it’s a peaceful day for you.
 
Juneteenth
In addition, Wednesday is Juneteenth, which celebrates the end of slavery in our country. This important holiday was unknown to many for years, but thanks to the tireless work of advocates, it is now rightfully recognized throughout the country.

Although Juneteenth is a celebration, we must also take time to reflect on the horrors of slavery and how it impacts us to this day. As your state representative, I will continue to push for legislation that promotes equity and inclusivity.

Click here to read more about the history of Juneteenth, and click here to find a Juneteenth celebration in your community.
 
Aspiring Educators Diversity Scholarship Program
If applicable, I encourage you to apply for the Aspiring Educators Diversity Scholarship Program. This program is available for diverse students who graduated from a public high school in an Alliance School District - which the Groton and New London School Districts are a part of!

Students enrolled in an approved educator preparation program in Connecticut are eligible for up to $10,000 annually for undergraduate or graduate programs.

The application for this program is August 1, 2024. Apply today!
 
PRIDE Highlight

Highlighting Connecticut’s LGBTQ+ history throughout PRIDE Month!

Our state has always been a leader in the fight for equality and we continue to pave the way today. While there is more progress to be made, PRIDE month is a great time to look back on our progress.
 
Upcoming Community Events
 
If you have any additional questions, comments, or concerns, I can be reached by phone at 1-800-842-8267 or by email at Christine.Conley@cga.ct.gov. For legislative updates, please like my Official Facebook Page.

Sincerely,

Christine Conley
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