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The JET Foundation Inc. recognizes Middle College High School’s Students

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — Encouraging students to excel academically, the J. Eldridge Taylor (JET) Foundation has made available the Pay for A’s Incentive Plan for Middle College High School on the campus of Southwest Community College. Pay for A’s Incentive Plan is both a tool and resource that aids students to set goals in their academic careers.

On June 19, 2007 over 100 students were recognized for their academic excellence. The JET Foundation awarded $1,600 to qualified candidates at Middle College High School. Pay for A’s Incentive Plan pays students up to $10 per A, on their report card, in all core curriculum classes such as language arts, math, history and science. “Some kids received up to $45,” says Bruce Murray, a counselor at Middle College High School. Furthermore, the program acknowledges grade improvement and report cards with no letter grades of C, D or F with gift cards from establishments such as Cold Stones, McDonalds and Starbucks.

The JET foundation and the administrators at Middle College High School are working together to inspire students to excel to their highest potential. Pay for A’s incentive plan was described as “phenomenal” by Murray. “The JET Foundation is helping us to give more rewards to the kids. They will think twice about ditching and not doing homework. It’s a very big motivator. We appreciate the work that the JET Foundation is doing. It was a positive experience and provided positive reinforcement for the kids.”

J. Eldridge Taylor Jr. believes that education is the key to success and wants to encourage youth to secure their future by achieving the highest academic standards. “The JET Foundation was created to encourage, educate, and reward Students who strive to be the best that they can be.” says Taylor. “My wife Natali and I wanted to Mold Minds, Strengthen Families, and Build Communities.”

For the upcoming school year, The Taylor’s are taking the program to View Park Preparatory High School in Los Angeles and L. A. County Sheriffs Leadership Academy in Lynwood, CA.

For more information on Pay for A and Incentive program and the “Strategies for Success: for Students and Parents Workshop series, please contact the JET Foundation: EMAILor call 323-242-9156

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The J. Eldridge Taylor Company, Inc. (JET) supports businesses, government agencies and nonprofit organizations of all sizes. Our experienced and knowledgeable personnel partner with our customer's staff and consultants to boost sales, improve performance and enhance the quality of service provided to the internal and external customer.

To learn more about how JET can support your organization, contact J. Eldridge Taylor, Jr., President and CEO, at (323) 242-9156.