Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 13, 2022 Pioneer Charter School of Science II Senior Headed to Brown The Student From Malden Celebrates Her Admission to The ivy League E VERETT – May 10, 2022 – Pioneer Charter School of Science II (PCSS II), based in Saugus, is pleased to announce one of its high school seniors has committed to attend one of top universities in the country: the Ivy League’s Brown University. Neva Matthews, age 18, of Malden, recently received her acceptance letter from the Providence, Rhode Island-based university, where she plans to study Biomedical Engineering. Neva endured a ANGELO’S FULL SERVICE Regular Unleaded $4.309 Mid Unleaded $4.649 Super $4.839 Diesel Fuel $6.259 44 Years of Excellence!! 1978-2022 KERO $8.99 DEF $4.75 9 Diesel $6.029 9 HEATING OIL 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS Hours: Mon. - Tues. 6AM - 6PM / Thurs. & Fri. 6AM - 7PM / Sat. 7AM - 5PM / Sun. 9AM-1PM J& $46 yd. S Landscape & Masonry Co. MULCH SALE! Discount Spring Special PICK-UP or DELIVERY AVAILABLE 617-389-1490 Premium Hemlock or Pitch Black BELOW WHOLESALE COSTS LANDSCAPERS WELCOME $4 yd. $42 yd. $3 yd. full year of online education before returning to in-person classes in August 2021, where her and her classmates combined to have a 100% college acceptance rate. “High School is by no means easy and the course requirements of PCSS II make it especially challenging, but I have realized that Pioneer helped me cultivate academic stamina that transferred as I was applying to colleges. Classes at Pioneer always pushed me to my limits and kept me on my toes and I am glad to say that it paid off ,” said Neva Matthews. “I know content only gets harder from here but thanks to the solid foundation the PCSS community built in me I am confi dent to thrive wherever I go.” “A huge congratulations to Neva,” Barish Icin, CEO at PCCS, said. “We’re always proud of our students for getting accepted anywhere, but to get into a school like Brown after the past two years these kids have had is a truly amazing achievement. Her remarkable dedication has certainly paid off and we look forward to her future successes in college and beyond.” Neva Matthews, age 18, of Malden was accepted to the Ivy League’s Brown University. She will study Biomedical Engineering. About PCSS With schools in Everett (PCSS I) and Saugus (PCSS II), Pioneer Charter School of Science offers a rigorous academic curriculum emphasizing math, science, and analytical thinking skills balanced by a strong foundation in the humanities. The school offers extended days/hours and career-oriented college preparation. Students must pass fi ve math and fi ve science classes in order to graduate - more than state standards, and students must complete 40 hours of community service. The school has a 195day school calendar, extended days, after school tutoring and “voluntary” Saturday classes for students who need extra help. Mystic Valley Elder Services issues RFP for older adult programs M ystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to fund innovative programs that promote the health, well-being, and independence of older adults and to complement or supplement the support activities of primary caregivers. Areas of focus include: family caregiver issues and services; special populations such as elders with special needs, isolated, marginalized, LGBT elders and those who are disadvantaged by racial, cultural and/or linguistic barriers; health promotion programs that focus on evidence-based programs for older adults; transportation; housing insecurity; social insecurity/isolation; health and wellness, including physical and behavioral health; and economic insecurity. Funding is available by MVES through the Older American Act and is subject to availability of federal funding. The project begins on October 1 and ends on September 30, 2023. MVES is requesting Letters of Intent from organizations wishing to apply for funding to support individuals ages 60 and older in MVES’ service area, which includes Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Revere, Stoneham, Wakefi eld and Winthrop. The Letter of Intent, not to exceed two pages, should include: • Purpose of the program • Which of the AAA funding priorities the program will address • The estimated amount of Title III funding the applicant will request • Anticipated number of older adults the program expects to serve • Cities and towns the program plans to serve Letters of Intent should be PROGRAMS | SEE PAGE 17 Prices subject to change Ask about our Heating Oil Conditioner! FLEET
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