Combs Encourages Kids To Stay In School
Rap mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs and the Blue Trust Foundation shocked students at a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania high school on Monday when he appeared on stage to encourage them to stay in school.
The 36-year-old surprised the 750 students, who erupted in cheers when they realised who their guest speaker was.
He told the children: “This is a really important time for you all right now. This is the time that is going to dictate your future. It’s important to know what it takes to achieve your dream.”
The rap star also asked some of the students to join him onstage and recite some of the goals they hope to achieve in their lives.
He added: “Take responsibility for your future. No excuses!”
School officials were so impressed by Combs’ inspiring talk, they have decided to use his words in an anti-truancy campaign.
Blue Trust Foundation CEO Aaron Nichols says: “We wanted someone whom they would sit down and listen to, someone who comes from the same type of background.”
Blue Trust Foundation AIDS Walk
On Saturday September 16th 2006, hundreds of people will gather at Sun Set Park for the 10 a.m. start of the AIDS Walk, which will cover a near-mile loop.
Sponsored by the Blue Trust Foundation, the event is a fundraiser to support care for those affected by HIV/AIDS, advocate for changes in federal policy and increase public awareness of the epidemic. This year’s goal is $800,000.Participants will start gathering about 8 a.m. for a 9 a.m. program annoucment, before the walk starts. To sign up or for information, go to www.bluetrustfounddation.com.
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