When life gives you lemons... make lemonade! Inspired by the journey of Philadelphia-area hero Alex Scott, the Alex's Virtual Lemonade Stand Project celebrates the idea that just one kid can make a difference. Join schools from around the world to raise awareness and money for pediatric cancer research, all while participating in standards-based projects that make the process both inspiring and fun. It's all about kids helping kids - - and we want you to get involved!
As part of this two week program, each participating school will hold their own lemonade stands to help raise funds for pediatric cancer. Schools can hold one big lemonade stand day or a series of lemonade stand events throughout the two weeks. They will be able to communicate and interact with one another through a project blog, student-created videos, poster contest and special videoconference events!
Alex's Lemonade Stand is a national organization with Greater Philadelphia roots. The organization grew out of the front yard lemonade stand started by Alexandra “Alex” Scott, a pediatric cancer patient. In 2000, at the age of four, Alex opened her first annual lemonade stand with high hopes of raising money for pediatric cancer causes. Every year thereafter, Alex held an annual lemonade stand in her Pennsylvania front yard and inspired others to donate money to her cause.
Project Timeline
Online Registration Open: Now through April 13, 2012
Make a Difference Commercials Due: May 1, 2012*
Videoconference Testing: April 16 - 27, 2012
Kick-Off Virtual Pep Rally: May 8, 2012 from 11:00 AM EDT - 12:00 PM EDT via videoconference
Lemonade Stand Projects: May 8 - May 22, 2012
Poster Competition Entries Due: May 17, 2012*
Wrap-Up Celebration Videoconference: May 22, 2012 from 11:00 AM EDT - 12:00 PM EDT via videoconference
Requirements for participation? All you need is a H.323 videoconference gear.
More information and registration can be found on MAGPI's website. Please note that registration closes on April 13th!
Hope you join us!
