We are well aware of the problems facing many inner-city public school systems, and Arlington Community High School is just one example of a school district struggling with behavioral problems, violence, marijuana use, and vandalism. According to WFYI News, Arlington High School is a “Top Concern” for the Indiana State Education Department.
Enter DREAM Alive, a youth organization founded by former Indianapolis Colt, Tarik Glenn, to develop scholars by offering three key opportunities; mentoring relationships, character development, and experiential learning. These individuals become young men and women of integrity and character who are confident, skilled and willing to serve their community as leaders.
Helmer has partnered with DREAM Alive to offer multiple “Keys to Success” Career Days throughout the year. This is a one-of-a-kind experience created for DREAM Alive scholars allowing them to participate in a field trip through the manufacturing facility, learn about careers in engineering, marketing, and sales, and “make” their own Helmer Keys to Success keychain. Helmer volunteers create an inspiring adventure that creates a real connection between the students and the employees.
Just last week, a group of 19 Scholars from Arlington Community High School attended the most recent Helmer “Keys to Success” Career Day. These students come from a school that is facing an ongoing battle against turbulent conditions on a daily basis and security is a real concern. Knowing there are organizations like DREAM Alive that take the initiative to intervene and build leaders is invaluable to transformation. Working for a company that supports organizations like DREAM Alive is gratifying.
For more information, visit www.wfyi.org/news/articles/arlington-high-schools-rocky-transition-a-top-concern-for-state-education-department
