Students experience thrills and receive
laptops for educational boost from Comcast
ATLANTA, Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast and the
Boyce L. Ansley School, teamed up to host an exciting event that
brought the thrill of Team USA and
the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 to the local community.
This event featured an Olympic Games watch party, field day for
students and a surprise appearance by Harry the Hawk, the Atlanta
Hawks' beloved mascot. It was a memorable day for students,
showcasing Comcast's dedication to community involvement, digital
equity and its innovative Olympics viewing experience through
Peacock and Xfinity X1.
Students ages five to 11 had the unique opportunity to cheer on
their favorite athletes during the Olympic Games Closing Ceremony
as it streamed live through Peacock and Xfinity X1. They then
burned off their energy with a variety of events, from hurdles to
relays, all designed to capture the spirit of the Olympic Games.
Harry the Hawk added to the excitement by joining in on the
fun.
The event concluded with the biggest surprise of the day when
each student received a new laptop to support their education and
increase their digital skills. This investment in technology
highlights Comcast's commitment to empowering students through
digital literacy education and programs that work to bridge the
digital divide.
The Boyce L. Ansley School is a tuition-free private school
dedicated to supporting children who have experienced or are
currently experiencing homelessness. The school's mission is to
break the cycle of generational poverty by providing comprehensive
family support and a robust academic program that empowers children
and families to thrive beyond their circumstances.
"Connecting with the Boyce L. Ansley School to bring the
inspiration of the Olympic Games closer to home for these deserving
students was an honor," said Mike
McArdle, Comcast Regional Senior Vice President, South
Region. "Our goal was to provide them with the experiences and
tools they need to become tomorrow's leaders."
Ray James, Head of School,
Boyce L. Ansley added, "This event
is a testament to the power of community and partnership. We are
grateful to Comcast for their support and for making this day
special for our students. Together, we are helping to build a
brighter future for our children and their families."
The event also showcased Comcast's innovative Olympics viewing
experience through Peacock and Xfinity X1, allowing attendees to
immerse themselves in the Olympic Games. Local media and elected
officials were on hand to witness the excitement and experience the
platforms firsthand.
The laptop donation is part of Project UP, Comcast's
$1 billion commitment to help advance
digital equity and economic mobility in Atlanta and communities across the
country.
Comcast is an official partner of Team USA through 2028, when the Games return to
America in Los Angeles. NBC serves
as the exclusive U.S. broadcaster of the Olympic and Paralympic
Games Paris 2024. The Olympic Games Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony
will kick off today at 1:30 p.m. EST
on NBC and Peacock.
About Comcast Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and
technology company that connects people to moments that matter. We
are principally focused on broadband, aggregation, and streaming
with over 56 million customer relationships across the United States and Europe. We deliver broadband, wireless, and
video through our Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky brands;
create, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and
news through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Universal Studio
Group, Sky Studios, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks,
Peacock, NBC News, NBC Sports, Sky News, and Sky Sports; and
provide memorable experiences at Universal Parks and Resorts in
the United States and Asia. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for
more information.
About Boyce L. Ansley School
The Boyce L. Ansley School is a tuition-free, private school for
children who have or are currently experiencing homelessness. Our
mission is to help break the cycle of generational poverty by
providing collaborative family support and a complete academic
program that empowers children and families to thrive beyond
circumstance.
A child's well-being and educational success are frequently the
collateral damage of homelessness. Transience, trauma, lack of
sleep, inadequate nutrition, and other related issues severely
affect unhoused students' academic performance. Our goal is to
provide a high-quality education that takes into consideration the
unique traumas associated with experiencing homelessness. The
Ansley School desires to guide our students and families out of the
cycle of generational poverty by providing wrap-around services
that bridge the gap to equitable outcomes. The Ansley School is
currently the only school of its kind in the Southeast, and one of
a handful of similar programs in the
United States.
Press Contacts:
Comcast – South Region
Erica Crosling
248-318-8906
Erica_Crosling@comcast.com
https://south.comcast.com/
Portia Akins
(470) 322-0332
Portia_Akins@comcast.com
https://south.comcast.com/
Boyce L.
Ansley
Ray James (318)
235-8841
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