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What People Are Saying
Donors...
- "Bright Lights gives children tremendous opportunities to explore the world around them in a fun, educational atmosphere. Union Bank is proud to help kids become better students and members of the community – now and in the future." (Sally Jarecke, Marketing Director, Union Bank)
- "Time Warner Cable is proud to be a Bright Lights supporter for 15 years! It is gratifying for us to underwrite initiatives such as this, which brings education to the next level, and has such a great impact on so many students and families in our community." (Daniela Mesquita, M.A., Time Warner Cable)
- "Lincoln Industries has a legacy of supporting the success of young people. We see Bright Lights providing children an educational haven for developing their talent and are proud that that people of Lincoln Industries have become involved in a pilot project with Bright Lights to further strengthen this great program." (Hank Orme, Lincoln Industries)
- "Runza Restaurants is proud to support young people through Bright Lights! The diversity & specialization of classes offered and the dedication of the classroom volunteers make the summer enrichment program a top notch learning opportunity for students during the summer." Becky Perrett, PCM Director of Marketing, Runza Restaurants)
- "Pfiezer takes great pride in being a 15-year class sponsor of the Bright Lights learning enrichment program, as it enables students to nurture their talents with purposeful hands-on activities. Of special importance to Pfizer are the many opportunities students have for exploring their interests in science and math, areas important to our business success. We recognize that Bright Lights may be the place where dreams to pursue a career in these fields are born." (Steve Eicher, Human Resources Director, Pfizer Inc)
- "Both our children participated in Bright Lights classes and really enjoyed the wide variety of offerings. We wanted to enable other children to participate in these very worthwhile experiences and, even though our children are grown, we feel it is a wonderful & educational program for our youth." (Drs. Mark & Dee Hutchins & Family)
- "When Bright Lights started the class and scholarship campaign, we had no idea it would be so successful. It now raises over 1/3 of the money that is needed to underwrite Bright Lights each year. As the originator of the campaign, I am so pleased with the ongoing generosity of Lincoln businesses, foundations, and families to support Lincoln’s children." (Clay Smith, Vice President, Speedway Motors)
- "SolutionOne has been a Bright Lights supporter for 22 years because they provide quality education to the children of Lincoln and Southeast Nebraska regardless of their ability to pay. We support young people through Bright Lights because we believe in giving back to our community. Bright Lights summer programs make Lincoln a great place to live and work. I encourage all parents to enroll their kids in a summer program next year." (John Kuchta, President, SolutionOne)
Parents...
- "My son has had a wonderful experience both years he has attended the Bright Lights program. This year he said he wished it lasted all summer long! He learns teamwork, academic application and respect for other's ideas. The staff and high school volunteers are spectacular. They really seem to enjoy being with the students."
- "My son is not a big 'joiner.' He is not interested in sport camps or team sports and this class the past two summers has really given him an opportunity to connect with other kids who have similar interests, and he comes home excited every afternoon. He even came home and read every afternoon following class (for house points). What is better than a kid reading during the summer?"
- "At the end of each day my son said 'Mom, I am so glad I am in Bright Lights.'"
- "My six-year-old thought she was spending a week enjoying Dr. Seuss, but it was so much more than that! She learned about science, math and other subjects in a fun environment. I don't think she even realized she was learning."
- "My child is very introverted and shy, but she has always thrived in the Bright Lights classes. The teachers and helpers have always made her feel welcome and appreciated."
Scholarships...
- "Both my children have thoroughly enjoyed the Bright Lights sessions they participated in last year and this year. They couldn't wait for summer to come so they could attend again this year. It would not be possible for us to participate, however, without the scholarship program. Thank you for allowing my children the opportunity to learn and be creative!"
- "Thank you for the grant for my two daughters to attend the Bright Lights class. They had a great time, and learned alot about the class they attended. We would not have been able to participate without the tuition assistance."
- "Thank you again for making it possible for children from all socio-economic backgrounds to attend. I am a single parent of 3 and a full time student and the boys would not have been able to participate if it were not for your scholarship program."
- "I appreciate scholarships in these kind of activities because I'm a single parent of 3 (2 small ones) and would never be able for my child to be involved without them. I'm grateful. Thanks."
Students...
- "I learned that I want to become a bio engineer when I grow up. I enjoyed learning how a radar gun works. I enjoyed learning about how the field of engineering is used for farming."
- "It was cool to see cows at an organic farm and sample homemade cheese."
- "My class was SOOO much fun. You could decide what you wanted to do. You learned about topics that will really take place in our futures."
- "It was fun!!!!! I learned a lot. I made new friends."
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