Career Exploration at Lorenzo Walker Technical College At Grace Place, we believe that education becomes truly meaningful when students are given the opportunity to connect classroom concepts with real-world experiences. That belief came to life during a recent visit to Lorenzo Walker Technical College, where 17 of our freshmen and sophomores participated in an immersive [...]
Bright Beginnings Showcase At Grace Place, education is not just for children—it extends to parents as well. Our Bright Beginnings 301 program is designed to equip students with essential skills, not only in parenting but also in creative and professional development. Through elective courses, students have the opportunity to explore new talents, develop business skills, [...]
STEAM at Grace Place At Grace Place, we believe that STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) education is essential in preparing students for the future. Our commitment to hands-on, engaging learning experiences ensures that students of all ages have the opportunity to explore scientific concepts, develop problem-solving skills, and ignite their curiosity. Through interactive [...]
12th Annual Dean's Circle Luncheon The 12th Annual Dean’s Circle Luncheon was an unforgettable event that brought together a remarkable group of Grace Place supporters to celebrate our shared commitment to education and community impact. Held outdoors under the beautiful Naples sky, the luncheon featured an engaging reception, followed by lunch and inspiring speeches from [...]
The LENA Grow Program We were excited to introduce LENA Grow to our Bright Beginnings program in the fall and it is changing the way our teachers and parents interact with their toddlers and preschoolers. LENA Grow, a new program that helps teachers have more conversations with young children in the classroom. This matters because [...]
Hearts of Grace are Everywhere! It's that time of the year! Our annual Hearts of Grace campaign is underway, and we need your help to spread the love! Grace Place has distributed nearly 2,000 painted hearts all over Naples, in restaurants, stores, communities, and churches. These hearts were lovingly painted by our students as a [...]
Celebrating Family Literacy Day This year, our annual Family Literacy Day, an event to bring families together and celebrate the importance of reading, learning, and community engagement, was out of this world! Thanks to a fun and engaging space theme, imaginations were sparked, and smiles were shared by over 200 attendees. Held on our campus, Family [...]
Breakfast with Buddies We recently had the privilege of welcoming dads and other male role models to campus for a special Breakfast with Buddies event! These incredible individuals joined their children in the Bright Beginnings program for a meaningful and fun morning together. The students were excited to show their dads their classrooms, share what [...]
Fall Middle School Showcase Our Fall Middle School Choice Academy Showcase highlighted the hard work and dedication of our students as they explored new career pathways this semester. Through our academies—Art, Theater, Healthcare, Chess, International Flavors, Photography, Dance, S.T.E.M., and Basketball—students were able to dive into hands-on learning experiences that not only fostered their creativity [...]
Connecting Future Leaders Our recent networking event, hosted by the Grace Place Board of Ambassadors, brought together an inspiring group of young professionals and Grace Place high school students for an evening of connection, conversation, and growth. About 15 young professionals from various careers paired up with 15 of our high school students for a [...]