Firststaruofu

University of Utah First Star Academy for foster youth. We aim to improve the educational outcomes for youth in care in Utah.

[University of Utah @UUtah]

Alum & former @UtahMBB star @kylekuzma talks about the intersection of sports and social justice this Saturday at 11a MST, sponsored by @firststaruofu

REGISTER here: https://t.co/aKdCA3mvvO

[CYC-Net @CYCareworkers]

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[U of U Dream Center @UofUDreamCenter]

‼️Breaking News‼️

Judge Hanen has ruled DACA as unlawful and has blocked new applicants from applying. This means that USCIS can no longer accept or grant new DACA applications for now. However, this ruling does not affect those who already have DACA.

[Firststaruofu @firststaruofu]

Just posted a photo https://t.co/UEILJtQm7v

[Firststaruofu @firststaruofu]

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[The New York Times @nytimes]

The drugmaker Moderna said its Covid-19 vaccine was powerfully effective in 12- to 17-year-olds. It plans to apply for FDA authorization.
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[First Star @FirstStar]

TOMORROW is the Big Day! The First Star National Virtual Graduation is tomorrow, May 22nd at 11am PST/ 2pm EST. Help us celebrate the Class of 2021 as they graduate from high school and take on the world! Visit https://t.co/01766HLPf7 to watch the ceremony live on YouTube!

[Impact Scholars @impact_scholars]

Words Unlocked Poetry Competition: First Place Winner https://t.co/tQuEt5kaQV

[Firststaruofu @firststaruofu]

State Foster Care Agencies Take Millions Of Dollars Owed To Children In Their Care https://t.co/DGjgpM03fi

[The New York Times @nytimes]

Since Ma’Khia Bryant, 16, was fatally shot by a police officer in Columbus, Ohio while holding a knife, her siblings have spoken out about her life in the foster care system, which ignored efforts by their grandmother to reunite the family. https://t.co/YV7zGTcxYY

[Firststaruofu @firststaruofu]

@WashingtonNFL @SportsCenter #alexsmithfoundation #uofu

[Firststaruofu @firststaruofu]

Congrats to Alex Smith for winning Comeback Player of the Year!

You’re an inspiration to fight for your dreams thru your story and your impact—thank you for supporting youth in foster care. You’re amazing.

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[Firststaruofu @firststaruofu]

Press release: https://t.co/wFNkh92qoc

[Firststaruofu @firststaruofu]

We are incredibly grateful and honored to receive a $30k matching grant from The Community Foundation of Utah @UtahCF to pilot the @impact_scholars program, which supports youth formerly in foster care who study or hope to study @UUtah or @SaltLakeCC

[Firststaruofu @firststaruofu]

Thank you to @UtahCF for improving the educational outcomes for youth in foster care in Utah! Thank you to the Utah Association of Financial Services and the individual donors who participated in U Giving Day for matching year one funding!

[Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs @MulticulturalUT]

COVID-19 disproportionately impacts racially and ethnically diverse communities.

The Racial Equity & Inclusion Fund, will provide grants to community organizations who serve hardest hit communities.

Donate to take action against racial disparities today: https://t.co/j1v6k41Ztc

[U of U Dream Center @UofUDreamCenter]

Great news! The Supreme Court of the United States rules AGAINST Trump administration's decision to end the DACA program in a 5-4 vote. Thank you to all the advocates, organizations, and attorneys who have fought so hard. #HereToStay

[Firststaruofu @firststaruofu]

We had the honor of competing in the Social Investors Forum in the fall. It was a wonderful experience! Not only were we blessed with funding, but we learned how to pitch. To all organizations working hard on behalf of our communities--you should consider applying!

[CommFoundationUT @UtahCF]

The Spring 2020 Social Investors Forum is seeking innovative and creative organizations committed to achieving social good and changing our community for the better. Apply today! https://t.co/30VK3DxNmU

[Granite School Dist. @GraniteSchools]

IMPORTANT UPDATE - Confirmed Case at Hunter High. School will be closed and students and staff will be required to quarantine. Go to https://t.co/2NSeylxGTL for more information. Please take these Health Department guidelines seriously to help prevent the spread of disease.