IDEA Public Schools to Host its 10th Year Anniversary Celebration Aug. 13

WHO:    Tom Torkelson, Founder & CEO; Senior Leadership Team; All IDEA Public Schools Staff; IDEA Seniors & Parents; IDEA Board of Directors; City, state and U.S. elected officials, including   Representative Armando Martinez presentation of a proclamation; and City EDC and Chamber representatives.

WHAT:  IDEA Public Schools is celebrating 10 Years of No Excuses!, unprecedented student achievement, and 100% college matriculation. Tom Torkelson, Founder and CEO, will reflect on IDEA’s greatest achievements since founding the organization in 2000 and present IDEA’s outlook for the coming year.

At the LIVE Press Conference, you will have an opportunity for one-on-one interviews with Tom Torkelson, JoAnn Gama, and elected officials.

WHEN:                  Friday, August 13, 2010

                                                3:15 p.m. Registration

4:00 p.m.             10th Year Anniversary Celebration

                                                5:00 p.m. Live Press Conference

5:30 p.m.             Celebration Reception

WHERE:                McAllen Convention Center

                                                700 Convention Center Blvd. (Near Ware Rd.)