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Thurgood Marshall High School opened its computer-learning center at a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by Savantage Solutions, a woman-owned minority business enterprise headquartered in Rockville, MD. The company provided equipment and furnishings, valued at $100,000, to facilitate renovation of the school’s media center. Thurgood Marshall High and Savantage have also partnered with Morgan State University, Baltimore City Public Schools and the Mayor's Office of Employment Development to ensure the gift is only the beginning of an endeavor to equip students with computer literacy skills and knowledge needed for higher education and employment.
“At Savantage, we believe by working together, we can accomplish the extraordinary,” said Lisa Kazor, company president and chief executive officer. “This philosophy holds true in both our business partnerships and our community outreach efforts. [Savantage] saw Thurgood Marshall High School as an ideal partner because of their commitment to preparing its students for a bright future of higher learning and career success.”
Honored guests included Congressman C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger, U.S Congress, Maryland 2nd District, Maj. Gen. Bennie Williams, Chief of Staff, Baltimore City Public Schools, and representatives from the Governor’s Office, Mayor’s Office, and Baltimore City Public Schools Board.
In addition to her company’s financial contributions, Ms. Kazor has committed the time of her executives and staff to personally engage students as part of the labs’ ongoing curriculum. Savantage's "Innovation Connection" program promotes innovation in our local communities by collaborating with community leaders to develop public service programs emphasizing technology and education.
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