Aveson students are doing something special. Click on the link above to learn more.
We are blowing the doors off of fundraising as you know it!
Read on to learn about our campaign to change the world!
We are Juniors and Seniors from Aveson Global Leadership Academy in Altadena, CA that believe in the transformative power of investigating the world and making a difference! We believe every American student should have a chance to travel no matter how wealthy they may or may not be.
BUT, we don't want something for nothing. We want to EARN our way. We want to GIVE as much as we GET!
We are launching this campaign to fund our dreams of cultural exploration and community service inBeijing, China - and to do that, we want to offer you our ENERGY, our ENTHUSIASM and our SERVICE!
$25,000 is only half the cost of the trip—
$50,000 will send every single student to Beijing at no cost to their families! Leftover funds will go towards next year's trip.
$50,000 will send every single student to Beijing at no cost to their families! Leftover funds will go towards next year's trip.
If you can find a way to SUPPORT us, we will give back by SERVING you in whatever local or global ACTION you require.
Payments can be made by Credit Card, or by Check made payable to and sent to Aveson Global Leadership Academy at 575 East Altadena Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 (payments can also be arranged by contacting our advisor Tom Hyatt at tomhyatt@aveson.org).We are a 501c3 not for profit - donations are tax deductible.
INTRODUCTION
Aveson Global Leadership Academy High School students are going to Beijing, China. We will sample the cuisine, explore the city and marvel at its history (the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City) - this is where most student travel experiences stop, with a worthwhile and memorable experience for any teenager. But at Aveson, traveling to China is just the beginning.
We are embarking on a year-long project, challenging ourselves to investigate the world of Chinese culture and history, communicate our ideas and perspectives with a sister school in Beijing, and take action both locally and globally.
TAKING ACTION LOCALLY
In the early Spring, prior to our trip, we will be hosting Chinese youth in our homes and at our school for two weeks. We will facilitate a cultural exchange between the visitors and our K-5 and 6-12 school communities as well as lead the Chinese delegation on sightseeing and educational trips throughout Southern California.
TAKING ACTION GLOBALLY
During our trip, we will stay in the dorms at a bilingual (Chinese/English) boarding high school that prepares students for college abroad and has core values similar to AGLA. We will spend each evening with these students as they facilitate a cultural exchange of their own.
We will spend the majority of our time in Beijing volunteering at a nearby migrant Elementary School teaching English as well as developing and facilitating an American Culture Week, directly impacting over 300 young, ambitious lives.
MEET THE STUDENTS
Purag
I am confident that we can raise all the money we need for this trip because I believe in the power of a few committed people and especially those who support them. While in China, I plan on blogging and updating followers through social media about the course of our projects there, so that the local community can get a glimpse at life in another country.
Emily
I am so passionate about this trip, and the opportunities it has to offer. I truly feel that being immersed in a different culture will be a life changing experience for me. The humanitarian aspect of this endeavor is so important me, and will give me valuable experience in teaching, which is the career I plan on pursuing when I go to college.
J.D.
This trip to China will be my reward after a long school year. The prospect of new food, places, people and art is exciting, and it has, so far, kept me motivated throughout this last semester.
Nico
I have twice hosted students from China who have come to the United States to learn more about our schools and culture, and have wanted to go for myself. I believe that going to China not only to learn about the culture and build relationships with students there, but also to teach underprivileged children, is an amazing opportunity to change my and many others' lives.
Matthew
Thanks for considering helping us.
Soren
I think people think high school students are more about themselves than other people. Like, they are selfish. I hope this type of campaign shows people you can expect more of teenagers, and they will deliver.
Lilia
An opportunity to change lives doesn't come around everyday.
Remington
China has always been an interest of mine. Through out my life I've always been captivated by the history, the culture, and landscape.
Holden
Not only do I have the chance to visit and explore, but also to exchange cultures with Chinese students. In addition, we will be able to teach lessons, debate/discuss subjects such as globalism and leadership, and ultimately be given an experience like no other.
Guilia
I believe I can and will be part of the solution to the world's problems. I know this project won't solve them all, but it is a good start.
Marc
If I can change one life besides mine and have an impact on a person that could get them to think about things differently, then I will have succeeded.
Evette
If you believe in us, we can change the world.
Kalle
After hosting a student from China last year and learning much more about their culture, I have been captivated by the idea of going there to see it for myself. I can't wait to see what happens on this trip, hopefully it will broaden my horizons and keep me ambitious enough to never stop traveling the world afterwards.
Govanni
I know we can change the world.
Justice
I help feed the homeless through my church every Sunday, and that experience has helped me believe anything is possible.
David
I am willing to do whatever it takes to make my dreams come true. I believe I can do anything I set my mind to.
Stephen
Aveson was founded on four principles called the Global Competencies: Investigating the World, Recognizing Perspectives, Communicating Ideas, and Taking Action. As a school we focus on how we can make others around us successful, targeting domestic and global development. Going to China would give us a chance to demonstrate this.
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