Per Scholas will launch a new IT Pipeline Program in partnership with Tech Corps to provide technology skills training and career coaching to recent high school graduates in Columbus, preparing them for entry-level IT jobs. AT&T will donate $20,000 to support the program. City Council Member Elizabeth Brown and representatives from Per Scholas and AT&T will announce the contribution at an event on August 17th to celebrate the partnership and program. The goal is to open doors to technology careers for underserved youth and build a more diverse local technology workforce.

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August 17, 2018
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AT&T to announce $20,000 AT&T Aspire contribution for new
Per Scholas Columbus IT Pipeline Program
Columbus City Council Member Elizabeth Brown to join AT&T for Friday event; Per
Scholas’ pilot program will provide technology training to recent high school
graduates, preparing them for entry-level employment in information technology
WHO: Columbus City Council Member Elizabeth Brown
Per Scholas Managing Director Toni Cunningham
AT&T Director of External Affairs Christopher Wyche
WHAT: Announcement of $20,000 AT&T Aspire contribution for Per Scholas
Columbus’ new IT Pipeline Program
WHEN: Friday, August 17, 2018
2 p.m.
WHERE: Per Scholas Columbus
2nd Floor Ballroom
112 Jefferson Ave.
Columbus, Ohio
WHY: Per Scholas’ mission is to open doors to technology careers for individuals
from often overlooked communities. It ensures underserved high school
students have equal access to technology skills, programs and resources that
will enrich their education and prepare them to enter the workforce in an IT
career after high school.
The IT Pipeline Program is a partnership with Tech Corps that provides recent
high school graduates from the Greater Columbus community with
technology skills training and professional development tailored to business’
needs. Participating students will matriculate through a free curriculum that
includes:
 Soft Skills Development
 Career Coaching
 Computer Terminology
 Digital Literacy
 Digital Citizenship

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At the end of the curriculum, students will have earned two industry-recognized
certifications.
“It’s tremendous to see not only how Per Scholas continues to make a positive impact on
the lives of young people in our community, but also how it’s gaining key recognition and
support from companies like AT&T,” Brown said. “This program will encourage local
students to take a closer look at careers in IT, which in turn helps us build a more diverse
and well-prepared workforce.”
“Per Scholas is thrilled to partner with TECH CORPS and AT&T to pilot a systematic approach
to moving young people from high school to a tech career pathway,” says Per Scholas
Columbus Managing Director Toni Cunningham. “Providing real options for students who
are interested in continuing their tech education and creating opportunities for access to
training that will lead to career jobs, is a game changer for individuals who normally would
not have access to these opportunities.”
“We’re proud to support programs like Per Scholas that help young people discover their
career passions and potential,” Wyche said. “Their work is critical to developing our talent
pipeline and for society.”
About Philanthropy & Social Innovation at AT&T
AT&T Inc. is committed to advancing education, strengthening communities and improving lives. We
have a long history of investing in projects that create learning opportunities, promote academic and
economic achievement, and address community needs. Our AT&T Aspire initiative uses innovation in
education to drive student success in school and beyond. With a financial commitment of $450 million
since 2008, AT&T is leveraging technology, relationships and social innovation to help all students make
their biggest dreams a reality.
For more information, contact:
HollyHollingsworth
AT&T Corporate Communications
614-223-5711
holly.hollingsworth@att.com