Celebrating Military Talent With Per Scholas
Editor’s note: Staten Islander News previously reported on the bill passed in New York’s State Senate requiring career assistance for veterans attending CUNY schools.
Per Scholas Strengthens Commitment to Military Families at ESGR Signing Ceremony in the Bronx
Bronx, NY – Tuesday morning, the Bronx community witnessed a significant moment as Per Scholas President & CEO, Plinio Ayala, took part in the Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR) Signing Ceremony. The Ceremony, facilitated by Mary Westmoreland, a decorated combat veteran and the New York State Vice Chair for the Department of Defense ESGR Program, underscored Per Scholas’ dedication to providing opportunities and support for those who have served our country, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to succeed in the tech industry.
In front of an audience of employer partners and colleagues, George Darby III, Veteran and Per Scholas’ Director of Veteran Recruitment & Partnerships, reaffirmed the organization,s ongoing commitment to military families. This commitment was further solidified with the public launch of the Veterans in Tech program, an initiative designed to support veterans transitioning into the technology sector.
Per Scholas, a Bronx-based organization, has already trained over 1,000 military-affiliated learners, reflecting its deep-rooted dedication to the veteran community. Those interested in learning more about Per Scholas’ programs and how they can support military families can contact gdarby@perscholas.org.
Images: Per Scholas President & CEO, Plinio Ayala; New York State Vice Chair DoDESGR Program, Mary Westmoreland; Per Scholas’ Director of Veteran Recruitment & Partnerships, George Darby III; EVP DEI&C Ken Walker with Honored Guests. Images Credit – Ken Moore
Banner Image: Mary Westmoreland; Per Scholas’ Director of Veteran Recruitment & Partnerships, George Darby III. Image Credit – Ken Moore
At Per Scholas, we believe a thriving workforce starts with equitable access to education. Learn about Per Scholas and how we provide skills training and access to employer networks to individuals often excluded from tech careers. Per Scholas envisions a technology workforce as diverse as the customers it serves. More than 25,000 graduates have launched successful careers in tech to date through our no-cost technical training. Our mission is to advance economic equity through rigorous training for tech careers and to connect skilled talent to leading businesses.
