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On December 11th, Educators for Kids hosted its Seventh Annual Scholarship Breakfast at the Mediterranean
Manor in Newark. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, Educators for Kids was able to award two scholarships to
Claudia Ochoa and Cristina Rivera.
Claudia is currently attending Technology High School in Newark.
Ms. Ochoa is an outstanding student and currently has a 3.945 GPA and participates in many school and community
activities. She hopes to attend Essex County College and major in Education.
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| Mr. Michael Gizzi, President of Educators for Kids awarding Ms. Claudia Ochoa with a scholarship. |
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Cristina is currently attending Drexel University. She is majoring in political science and will
be graduating in 2015. Ms. Rivera is a political science major and her ultimate goal is to attend law school and become
an attorney. She is an excellent student who also strives to give back to the community by volunteering in various community
service projects.
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| Mr. Michael Gizzi awarding Ms. Cristina Rivera with a scholarship. |
This year, Educators for Kids was proud to honor three outstanding individuals for their lifelong dedication
and service to the children and citizens of the City of Newark. The three honorees are Police Officer Gregory Millstein
and Educators Ms. Normita Atienza and Ms. Barbara Lardieri.
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| From l to r, Officer Gregory Millstein, Harry Romeo,Founder Educators for Kids, Chief Anthony Campos |
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| From l to r, Mr. Gizzi, Ms. Atienza, Mr. Romeo, and Ms. Lardieri |
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| Mr. Michael Gizzi and Ms. Barbara Lardieri |
Educators for Kids would like to thank our special guest performers Marlee and Carlee Roberts and the
Hawkins Street Elementary School Chorus. Also a special thanks to all our supporters who make this event possible.
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| Marlee and Carlee Roberts performing. |
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| Hawkins Street School chorus performing. |
Our loyal supporters.
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