Amber Roberts, vice principal of Oak Ridge High School, will give a talk on “Oak Ridge High School’s Vision for 2020” at the general meeting of the AAUW (American Association of University Women) on Monday, September 25, at 11:30 a.m. in Room 102 of the Activities Building of First Presbyterian Church, 1051 Oak Ridge Turnpike.
Roberts joined the staff of the high school as vice principal in 2009Â after teaching eighth grade in the Atlanta metropolitan area for 11 years, a press release said.
She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Agnes Scott College, a master’s degree in middle grades science education from the University of West Georgia, and an educational specialist degree in educational administration from Lincoln Memorial University.
Her talk will be first for the 2017-2018 year for AAUW. New presidents for the year are Mayme Crowell and Fay Martin, the press release said.
A luncheon of soup, sandwiches, and dessert, will be catered by the Soup Kitchen at a cost of $8. Coffee and iced tea will be available. Reservations may be made by calling Mary Uziel at (865) 483-1043. The luncheon will be at 11:30 a.m. and the program will begin at noon.
Those attending are asked to bring items that cannot be purchased with food stamps such as dishwashing soap, laundry soap, and other cleaning products; and toilet paper, paper towels, and personal care items, such as soap and toothbrushes to donate to ADFAC (Aid to Distressed Families of Appalachian Counties).
AAUW is an organization that seeks to advance equity for women and girl through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. More information is available at http://www.aauw.org. Branches of AAUW are in all 50 states.
The Oak Ridge Branch has a luncheon meeting each month on the fourth Monday at First Presbyterian Church from September to May, except for November and December. Information and membership forms are available at meetings.
The public is always welcome to attend AAUW meetings, the press release said.
More information will be added as it becomes available.
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