It’s no surprise that the proliferation and dependence on technology in its various forms is growing exponentially. Technology is changing the way we work, the way we interact, the way we digest information and the way we make sense of the world around us. Technology is also changing the way in which we educate young[…]
In many traditional educational settings, students are taught what to think. At the Tiger Woods Foundation, we create unique opportunities for students to jump-start their own thinking process and help them make their own decisions in the future.
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Here at the Tiger Woods Learning Center, we’ve developed an extraordinary curriculum that challenges students to think outside the box through the use of Project Based Learning (PBL), a curricular model driven by carefully selected projects. PBL is designed not only to help students become masters in the content area, but also to help students[…]
For 20 years, the Tiger Woods Foundation has equipped students with the ability to exceed any and all expectations. To help mark this momentous anniversary, the man behind the vision, Tiger Woods, will host an unforgettable evening at the iconic New York Public Library.
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We often refer to the Tiger Woods Learning Center as STEM City. While STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) is a widely discussed subject now, the national education community was just starting to recognize its importance at the time the learning center launched. So, how did we get here? Why did we decide to base our[…]
If you give a rose bush just basic soil, sun and water, it will grow. But if you put that same bush in potting soil, give it extra nutrients and prune it here and there, it will produce brilliant colorful flowers that will amaze and astonish. Tiger Woods Learning Center graduate Edgar Perez is like[…]
Foundation board member Sandy Barry’s involvement with the Tiger Woods Learning Center began during her time as superintendent of the Anaheim School District. She worked closely with learning center staff during curriculum development to ensure it would meet the particular needs of local students. She watched as the facility was erected, excited about the opportunities[…]
As we celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Tiger Woods Learning Center, we reflect on the powerful stories of lives changed as a direct result of this incredible place. Jose Valdez’s story is one of overcoming adversity and discovering hope.
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Ten years ago I was a student at Cal State Fullerton trying to finish up my final credits, so I could graduate with my degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in youth sports. I was also an AmeriCorps volunteer and had to intern with a local business as a requirement for the class. Not knowing[…]
There’s a question consistently pondered within educational circles: What’s the best way to gauge the success of specific programs and approaches to learning? Grades may give the individual student a sense of how well they are learning course material, and standardized tests have long been valued as a way to measure both individual progress and[…]
Colin Young has been a volunteer at the Deutsche Bank Championship for over a decade. He started as a marshal on the 18th hole, and for the past five years has been the hole captain at the fifth hole. Year after year over Labor Day weekend, the Deutsche Bank Championship celebrates the best of New[…]
One of my proudest moments was the day the Tiger Woods Learning Center opened its doors. It was the culmination of nearly 18 months of research, planning and training — and frankly, I was a nervous wreck.
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This is just the beginning. I meant those words when I said them 10 years ago at the opening of the learning center in Anaheim, California. Since then, we’ve reached 150,000 kids locally and expanded our unique educational approach to Washington, D.C., Massachusetts, Florida, New York and Pennsylvania.
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How many of you have ever felt indifferent or cringed when upper management announces the annual staff retreat? If you’re like me, then you know this type of employee engagement can be hit or miss. A faction of the organization may find themselves feeling forced into meaningless conversations and rah-rah speeches, whereas another group could[…]
On Feb. 10, 2006, we were honored to have the 42nd President of the United States, Bill Clinton, join us for the dedication and grand opening of the Tiger Woods Learning Center in Anaheim, California. He toured the facility with Tiger, VP of Programs Dr. Katherine Bihr and local students who were participating in the[…]
Last week, staff and supporters gathered to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the foundation’s two marquee programs: the Tiger Woods Learning Center and the Earl Woods Scholarship Program.
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Embarking on a historical year for his foundation, Tiger sat down with CEO Rick Singer to reflect on the 20-year history and the exciting future that lies ahead.
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Today, we flash back to a significant event in foundation history: The dedication of a statue celebrating the legacy of Earl Woods and honoring his lifelong dedication to helping others.
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It’s the start of a new year, which means a new scholarship cycle for the Foundation is set to begin. We’ve been reflecting on the great attributes our scholars possess, and what we know this new cohort of scholars will bring to the program.
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