Baltimore County NAACP ACT-SO – Get Involved !

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Hi, I’m Lyndsey Mundell, and I am a program manager at Progressive Technology Federal Systems (PTFS).

I want to take a minute to express my gratitude for the opportunity to connect my role as a Project Manager at PTFS with my commitment to giving back to the community! 🤝

The skills in discipline, strategic planning, and teamwork that I cultivate daily at PTFS play a crucial role in my involvement with the Baltimore County NAACP ACT-SO program. It’s incredibly fulfilling to assist talented young individuals in honing their skills, managing their projects, and reaching their aspirations, mirroring the work I do in my professional capacity.

What is the Baltimore County NAACP ACT-SO program? It is a year-long initiative that encourages African American high school students to excel academically and culturally. It provides a platform for students to develop and show their talents in various fields. This meaningful engagement is greatly supported by PTFS’s strong emphasis on work-life balance. Their supportive policies and culture allow me the flexibility to invest time in initiatives like ACT-SO.

A heartfelt THANK YOU goes out to PTFS for their generous contribution to the Baltimore County NAACP ACT-SO program! Your support is vital in empowering these gifted youth to strive for excellence. It’s truly motivating to be part of an organization that not only prioritizes the growth of its employees but also invests in the future of our communities.

Here’s a glimpse from this year’s local competition. 123 1

Additionally, check out some artwork created this year:

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The remaining images showcase our achievements from last year’s Nationals, where we proudly earned Gold in Painting and Bronze in Playwriting.

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I look forward to sharing more updates after this year’s Nationals as we aim to bring home additional medals!

Lyndsey Mundell

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#PTFS  #NAACPACTSO  #YouthEmpowerment  #ProjectManagement  #WorkLifeBalance #CommunitySupport  #ThankYouPTFS

 

*Key Features of the Baltimore County NAACP ACT-SO  Program:

 Categories: There are 27 categories in six areas: sciences, humanities, business, performing arts, visual arts, and culinary arts. Examples include drawing, entrepreneurship, filmmaking, and essay writing.
– Structure: Students collaborate with volunteers, mentors, and instructors to create projects or performances over the year. Local competitions occur every spring, where participants display their work. Gold medalists (scoring 95-100) can advance to the national competition in July during the NAACP National Convention.

– Opportunities: The program offers workshops, networking, and chances to win scholarships, medals, and other rewards.

– Purpose: ACT-SO aims to recognize achievements in academics, science, and the arts while building skills and confidence for future success, similar to the recognition given to athletes.

– Eligibility: The program is open to U.S. citizens of African descent in grades 9-12 who are amateurs in their chosen categories.

– Community Involvement: The program needs support from local volunteers, schools, businesses, and organizations. Volunteers can serve as mentors or organizers.

– Leadership: Marietta English is the ACT-SO Chair for the Baltimore County Branch and can provide more information.

Local Context: The Baltimore County NAACP Branch oversees the ACT-SO program and is committed to addressing political, educational, social, and economic issues.