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To support students and families navigating the college admissions process during this challenging time, TGR Foundation’s college-access team will continue to share resources, from digital workshops to tips and tools to keep up with admission-related changes.
Student Best Practices: Navigating the Current Impact on the College Process:
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Best Practices for High School Seniors:
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Tip and Resources to help High School and College Students manage COVID-19
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Your donation will support TGR Foundation’s mission to empower youth through education. During the COVID-19 pandemic, our work has never been more vital with students nationwide displaced from school. To meet this challenge, we have expanded our free distance learning resources, activities and virtual opportunities for teachers, students and families. Together we will help youth thrive through this challenging time and beyond.
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FREE digital learning platform for kids and educators
With the doors to schools and academic institutions closed to stop the spread of COVID-19, TGR Foundation understands the challenges that students, parents and educators are facing as they navigate the world of distance learning. The resources offered through our no-cost digital platform, TGR EDU: Explore, will help parents-turned-educators and education professionals alike keep students engaged.
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Digital Workshops for Educators
Response to COVID-19
TGR Foundation responds to COVID-19 with measures to protect the health and safety of employees, students and communities served through education programs. Click below to learn about its efforts from President and CEO, Rick Singer.
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Student Spotlight: How COVID-19 motivates first-gen graduate on path to college
Many of us have heard “It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey.” Going into my first day of high school, all I could think about was the destination – graduation night. However, being the oldest sibling also meant achieving this goal wasn’t just for me. I realized early on that I had to be the one to set the steppingstone for my younger siblings, show them just how important education is and what it means to have a high school diploma; graduating is the first step in doing so.
Losing the privilege of that special walk because of the COVID-19 outbreak took a good while for me to process.
TGR Foundation celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week, launches Giving Tuesday Now Campaign
As schools remain closed to stop the spread of COVID-19, organizations around the world, including TGR Foundation, are coming together for a global day of giving and unity on May 5 for Giving Tuesday Now.
TGR Foundation began working to further support students, educators and parents at the start of social distancing and has since launched five new learning series, weekly virtual events and more.
Earl Woods Scholar Mentor Shares Four Tips to Support Students during COVID-19
It was March 11th when my family and I were sitting in the Orlando airport waiting to catch a flight back home from Disney World where we had just spent the past five days for spring break. When we left home on March 5 there were 159 cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. I watched […]
Scholar Voices: My road to graduation amidst COVID-19
As I packed the rest of my belongings for spring break, I crafted a vision in my head of my final semester at Skidmore College: sun-bathing on the Case Green, fun nights spent downtown with friends, presenting my senior thesis at Academic Festival, weekend trips into town for brunch, late-night crams at Scribner Library and so many more treasured “lasts,” as I got ready to move on with the rest of my life.
I didn’t know it at the time, but my final moments on campus would be taken away and I would move out two months earlier than expected. During spring break, Skidmore College followed several other universities across the United States and the world in announcing it would be moving to remote instruction for the rest of the semester in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic.
TGR Foundation provides free digital learning amid school closures
With the doors to schools and academic institutions closed to stop the spread of COVID-19, TGR Foundation understands the challenges that students, parents and educators are facing as they navigate the world of distance learning. The resources offered through our no-cost digital platform, TGR EDU: Explore, will help parents-turned-educators and education professionals alike keep students engaged until schools are back in session and beyond.
Lessons engage participants in relevant disciplines and related 21st-century careers, with content ranging from animal ancestry and life science to astronomy, engineering, video game design and more.
Programs
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TGR Learning Lab
Launched in 2006, the TGR Learning Lab has reached more than 150,000 students through its award-winning STEM curriculum. Serving students in grades 5-12 in Anaheim, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C. and Stuart, FL, our unique culture fosters development of the whole person while providing critical STEM skills and college prep.
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Earl Woods Scholar Program
With one of the highest graduation rates in the country, the Earl Woods Scholar Program is designed to help first-generation scholars thrive in college and beyond. Encompassing mentorships, internships and career building, the program boasts a one-to-one philosophy that has helped nearly 150 recipients attend top universities around the country.
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TGR EDU: Explore
Recently launched, tgreduexplore.org recreates the Learning Lab experience and curriculum via a dynamic digital platform developed in partnership with Discovery Education. By creating nationwide access to our programs, we will impact millions, offering teachers quality curriculum and introducing students to options for college and STEM careers.
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TGR EDU: Create
TGR EDU: Create is focused on changing the way STEM is taught in our classrooms by providing professional development opportunities in STEM education through innovative lesson design. With hands-on, project-based learning activities, educators explore strategies that will enhance their curricula and prepare their students for future STEM careers.
Our Impact
Founded in 1996, the TGR Foundation champions breakthrough transformations and equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in school and beyond.
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Our Donors
Access to quality education is a global issue that impacts everyone. TGR Foundation partners with innovators, educators, business leaders and community members who are passionate about education and committed to helping students thrive. Together, we are Champions of the Unrelenting.
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Our Team
TGR Foundation is a team of dedicated individuals who are passionate about empowering students to thrive. We are deeply committed to every student who comes through our programs, and believe that the power of education, coupled with the right resources, will ensure lifelong success.
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Thank you to our #TGRLearningLab educators and teachers around the world empowering youth through education. Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! Click the #LinkInBio to join our celebration. #ThankATeacher
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ReachMillions
As you wait for your favorite amusement parks to reopen you can build one of your own through 1 of 20 Family Design Challenges offered by the #TGRLearningLab. With the steps in the video and the free instructions, available in English and Spanish, you and your family can get started today. Click the #LinkInBio accept the challenge and start designing. #reachmillions
In our latest Scholar Voices feature, Kelly Tran shares her response to the distance learning transition @SkidmoreCollege due to COVID-19, her thoughts on graduation and her plans for the future. Click the #LinkInBio to read her post. #UnrelentingChampions
Take a break from technology and use your creativity for some friendly competition. The #TGRLearningLab launched its five-part family design challenge today. Click the #LinkInBio to access instructions in English and Spanish and start building your designs. Don't forget to post your final projects and tag us! #TGRFDesignChallenge #ReachMillions
Although schools are closed across the country, with digital training and resources learning will continue. #TGREDUCreate is hosting several trainings in addition to 40+ free resources and experiences offered at TGREDUExplore.org. Sign up for our free educator community at the #LinkInBio to receive activities to implement at home and stay up to date on all the trainings happening this week. #ReachMillions
With support from Aptive Environmental, under the leadership of Vess Pearson, President and CEO, our Earl Woods Scholar Program continues to help students pursue higher education and reach their college and career goals. Together we're empowering youth through education. #WednesdayWisdom #UnrelentingChampions #DonorSpotlight @aptive.environmental
Last week Earl Woods Scholars had a special opportunity to serve as announcers on the first tee during @theGenesisInv. Our founder and tournament host, #TigerWoods enjoyed catching up with students benefitting from our education programs. Swipe to see photos of scholars and Board Member, Karina Hamilton, with @TigerWoods from Sunday to the start of the tournament on Thursday. #UnrelentingChampions #ReachMillions
Student-designed video games were a popular attraction for youth at the #GenesisInvitational. With a free lesson from #TGREDUExplore educators can help their students develop their new favorite game. Visit TGREDUExplore.org to access the video game design lesson and other resources to engage students in #STEM. #ReachMillions
Elena participated in International #STEMStudio during the summer of 2019 and returned to her class with new methods to drive innovation among her students. Developed by #TGREDUCreate, the training program invests in teachers to help them prepare youth for future careers. #ReachMillions
#TGRFoundation #WednesdayWisdom
While the world’s best golfers are focused on securing the #GenesisInvitational championship, today’s spotlight was on youth @thegenesisinv. Kids in attendance enjoyed a day of learning and fun as they explored #STEM activities in the #TGRLearningLab powered by CDW and Microsoft Surface, practiced their golf skills and learned from @holein1trickshots and @erikvanrooyen in a youth golf exhibition. #STEMisLife #ReachMillions
At #TGRFoundation, we love empowering students through education. Happy #ValentinesDay! #UnrelentingChampions #ReachMillions
#STEMisLife and at the #TGRLearningLab students learn how it applies to their day-to-day activities and potential career opportunities. Powered by
@CDWCorp & @Microsoft Surface, the lab is on site @thegenesisinv. Stop by all weekend before the end of play each day and learn about all the activities available at bit.ly/TGRLLatTGI. #ReachMillions
With support from the #GenesisInvitational, Earl Woods Scholars in Los Angeles and across the country are pursuing their dreams through higher education. These scholars will be announcing golfers on the first tee this week. #UnrelentingChampions
In our latest Scholar Voices feature, Earl Woods Scholar Tsion Taye reflects on her experiences @lehighu and how her mentor empowered her on her journey to success. Upon graduation with the #ClassOf2020 Tsion will begin her career as a software engineer at Fidelity Investments in North Carolina. Learn more at bit.ly/EWSTaye. #UnrelentingChampions #MentorMonth #WomenInSTEM
Each year at the flagship #TGRLearningLab we welcome Earl Woods Scholars to Winter Workshop to celebrate with graduating seniors and prepare undergrads for success in the year ahead. Click the #LinkInBio or visit bit.ly/A2020WinterWorkshop to learn more. #TBT #UnrelentingChampions
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Teachers learn how to teach science through inquiry
Bryan and Montell were two of six teachers who attended a professional development session on Tuesday, part of a weeklong workshop in math and science instruction called STEM Studio, run by the TGR Foundation.
The teachers were from a variety of schools, grades, and experience. One taught science at Sheridan Elementary School, another taught high school students, and another will just start teaching in the fall.
Golf World
The 1,000-mile drive that changed Tiger Woods' foundation
Tiger Woods wasn’t sleeping because no one could. The country had been sucker-punched, and it was dazed, disoriented. So instead of enjoying the comforts of a bed before a World Golf Championship at Bellerive Country Club, Woods found himself at a gas station in the dark of night on Sept. 12, 2001, hours away from St. Louis, civilization and cell phone service. He had set off for Isleworth, his home, welcoming the 1,000-mile that led to a change in his foundation to have an impact beyond golf.
U.S. African Development Foundation
USADF and TGR Foundation Partner to Support African STEM Education Entrepreneurs
The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF), the U.S. Government’s African enterprise agency, and TGR Foundation – A Tiger Woods Charity, announced today a joint venture to support African education entrepreneurs.
Working together in support of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, USADF has sponsored three promising educational entrepreneurs to take part in TGR Foundation’s 10-day long educator professional development program, TGR EDU: Create’s International STEM Studio, this summer. In partnering with USADF, TGR Foundation is able to expand their education training platform throughout Africa.
NBC LA
TGR Foundation Helps Students Through College Admissions
While Tiger Woods challenges his legacy on the golf course, his legacy is being reaffirmed in Anaheim.
Woods established TGR Foundation in 1996 to provide underprivileged children with resources to help improve their college readiness. He later created TGR Learning Lab in Anaheim, which is not far from where he grew up.
The Learning Lab takes an emphasis in science and promotes fields such as engineering and technology. Since its inception, the Learning Lab has helped more than 150,000 children.
Orange County Business Journal
Eye of the Tiger How Tournament at Riviera Serves Community in Anaheim, Goal of Reaching 1 Million Kids Nationwide
“These kids are being equipped to succeed in life, not to just succeed in college,” says foundation Chief Executive Rick Singer, who has set a goal to reach one million students and provide professional development to 5,000 teachers...
Blog Talk Radio
THE TIGER WOODS FOUNDATION : CREATING COLLEGE AND CAREER READY STUDENTS
Thanks to Discovery Education, we have Dr Katherine Bihr of Tiger's Foundation with a curriculum available with interactive resources, designed for grades 6-12, to develop problem-solving and decision-making skills with real-world applications in college access and STEM learning.
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Katherine Bihr, Ed.D.
Dr. Katherine Bihr is the Vice President of Programs and Education for the Tiger Woods Foundation, where she's spent over 12 years implementing award-winning STEM curriculum and after-school programs for underserved youth through the TGR Learning Labs across the country. Through the foundation, Dr. Bihr also oversees the Earl Woods Scholar Program, bringing college access, financial aid, mentorship and internships to promising students in financial need.
Education Dive
TIGER WOODS FOUNDATION AND DISCOVERY EDUCATION LAUNCH DIGITAL PROGRAMS IN COLLEGE PREP AND STEM CAREERS
TGR EDU: Explore to Offer Middle and High School Classrooms Free, Engaging, Interactive Tools and Digital Experiences
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- Prepare millions of youth for future STEM jobs
- Create equal access to higher education for all youth
- Bring high-quality STEM education to more schools nationwide
- Provide professional development for educators
- Provide scholarships to underrepresented, high-achieving students
TGR EDU: EXPLORE
Featured Resources:
- College Blueprint: Students take a virtual campus tour to learn about the college admissions process — from exploration and acceptance to paying for college.
- Video Game Design: Challenge your students to learn Video Game Design from predicting viable industry career paths to taking the first steps in development and coding, students will learn how to make the next generation video game come to life.
- College Access Webinar: Higher-education experts discuss how high school students can prepare for the college admissions process. The session focuses on the importance of self-advocacy in students and what it looks like.
- What’s Lurking in Your Fast Food? Join a TGR Learning Facilitator and STEM students as they synthesize information on the carbohydrates, lipids and proteins – by conducting a series of chemical tests to determine which major biomolecules appear in common foods.
Fundraising Events
For over 20 years, funds have been raised through events produced by TGR Live, the exclusive event management company of TGR Foundation. TGR Live creates amazing experiences at world-class events across the country, including three PGA TOUR golf tournaments, an exclusive entertainment experience in Las Vegas and a luxury golf outing at Pebble Beach.