Eat Lunch, Help Fund a Scholarship

SEPTEMBER 2006 - The Outback Steakhouse will host its semiannual Outback Steakhouse Scholarship Luncheon On Wednesday, Oct. 25. Held from 11:30 AM-1:30PM, at the Outback Steakhouse (1243 W. March Lane), the event gives patrons the opportunity to dine on either a steak, chicken or pasta lunch.

The lunch costs only $15, and proceeds go to the scholarship fund. Five Class of 2006 graduates throughout San Joaquin County received scholarships totaling $2,500! Do not miss this opportunity to show your support for the scholarship, and enjoy a great meal.

Tickets are available at the door. To purchase in advance, checks may be sent to: Outback Scholarship Luncheon, GSCC, 445 W. Weber Ave #220, Stockton, Ca., 95203. Please specify meal choice. For MC/Visa/AMEX, please call 547-2770. Questions may be directed to Heather Asker, Business Education Alliance Coordinator, at 751-2716 or hasker@stocktonchamber.org.

The Outback Steakhouse in conjunction with the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce’s Business Education Alliance founded the Down Under Scholarships in 2003.

The Down Under Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors who provide the best essay reflecting how the Outback Steakhouse’s qualities of hospitality, sharing, quality of Service, fun and courage are part of their daily lives.

Principal for a Day

The Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce’s Business Education Alliance will facilitate the 11^th annual “Principal for a Day” event on Thursday, Nov. 9. The Principal for a Day (PFAD) event is a proven way for leaders in schools and members of the community to share ideas, resources and a sense of responsibility for education in our region. By providing a first-hand perspective of the decisions and responsibilities principals face daily, PFAD participants are encouraged to take a greater interest in public education and in many cases develop personal relationships with a school. At the same time, PFAD provides principals with an opportunity to create meaningful relationships with individuals in the private sector.

This fulfilling event continues to grow each year, with more than 70 schools participating countywide in 2005. The PFAD volunteer may spend as little as two hours or up to the entire day at their adopted school. Once the PFAD is assigned a school, specific arrangements are mutually agreed upon between the school principal and volunteer.

Other ways to help

Visit www.bea2003.com for luncheon reservation forms and PFAD volunteer forms (deadlines shown on the forms will be extended). If you have any additional questions, please contact Heather Asker at 751-2716 or hasker@stocktonchamber.org.

You can also find dates for other BEA events and volunteer opportunities on the www.bea2003.com website.

The BEA welcomes any businesses or educators interested in working together to understand each others’ needs and requirements with the goal of improving educational outcomes.