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| Yuma Union High School District Blazes Trail with Red Cross and Qwest |
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| Written by American Red Cross | |
| Monday, 17 November 2008 | |
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Yuma, Arizona - A $10,000 grant from Qwest Foundation is making it possible for Yuma area high school students to participate in a blended learning pilot program will lead to safer schools. Blended learning is an innovative training method that combines online lessons and a skills test with an instructor. “With blended learning, more people can be trained to save lives with flexibility that works in their schedule,” said Harry Coyle, Grand Canyon Chapter health and safety expert. “This training style will help us connect with more Arizonans, making our state a safer place.” Through the grant, 180 students from Cibola, San Luis and Vista High Schools will become certified in Red Cross CPR and First Aid. The targeted students are those in classes that focus on health care, education and emergency response. ”Our students will gain skills they can apply to their lives and careers,” said Tim Vlasak, Director of Research and Development for the district. “This gives them a jump start along their path in helping others.” In addition to the students getting trained, five teachers have become certified to handle the skills portion of blended learning. Qwest Foundation is making it possible for this to happen thanks to a generous grant. The communications leader believes in the power of education and is committed to improving lives. “Qwest is proud to partner with the Red Cross in order to bring this unique, online pilot program to Yuma Union High school students” said Jim Campbell, Qwest Arizona president. “Qwest’s high-speed internet access provides the perfect opportunity for teenagers to take advantage of the online lessons and skill tests while gaining valuable skills that could save a life.” If you are interested in learning more about the blended learning pilot program, call Mark Weldon at 602-819-9213. |
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