Empowering Young Minds This Summer:
Learning. Discovery. Confidence. Community.
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ACLAMO’s Norristown Summer Bridge students and Lead Tutor, Rubén D. Jiménez, with our Partners from Merck Alianza
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The energy is back at ACLAMO! Earlier this month, we welcomed more than 150 students to our Summer Bridge programs in Norristown and Pottstown, launching another exciting season filled with learning, creativity, friendship, and discovery.
One of the highlights so far has been a special visit from our partners at Merck Alianza, who transformed our classrooms into hands-on science labs. Fourth and fifth grade students explored STEAM concepts through interactive experiments, including colorful density demonstrations and building their own water filtration systems.
These experiences do more than teach science; they encourage curiosity, critical thinking, teamwork, and confidence. We are incredibly grateful to the Merck Alianza volunteers for sharing their knowledge, enthusiasm, and time with our students.
Throughout the summer, students continue to learn through engaging academic instruction, creative arts, educational field trips, STEAM activities, and collaborative projects. Every day provides opportunities to strengthen literacy and math skills while helping young people build resilience, leadership, and the confidence they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
Whether they’re creating community art projects in Norristown or exploring history aboard the Colebrookdale Railroad in Pottstown, our students are making memories while preparing for a successful school year.
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Norristown Teen Club students working on a Unity Art Project.
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Pottstown Summer Bridge students during their field trip to Colebrookdale Railroad.
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Pottstown Summer Bridge students working on a creative art activity
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We are proud to congratulate Cindy Castillo, ACLAMO’s Senior Case Manager, on being selected as a recipient of the 2026 Visionary Leadership Fund Grant through Empowering Women Leaders in Greater Philadelphia.
This recognition celebrates women who are creating meaningful change in their communities through leadership and service. Cindy embodies those values every day through her unwavering commitment to older adults and families throughout Montgomery County. Her compassion, dedication, and advocacy continue to improve the lives of countless community members, and we are honored to celebrate this well-deserved recognition.
Congratulations, Cindy!
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Standing Together for Affordable Healthcare
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At ACLAMO, we believe everyone deserves access to affordable, high-quality healthcare. That is why we are proud to partner with One Nation, Overcharged, an initiative of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation dedicated to building a healthcare system that puts people before profits.
Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, we are helping ensure that every family has the opportunity to live healthier lives.
Join Us:
📅Virtual Rally – July 29 | Sign up here
📅ACLAMO Wellness Back-to-School Fair- August | Sign up here
Together, we can raise our voices and advocate for a healthcare system that works for everyone.
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Pennsylvania Invests in Public Education
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Pennsylvania’s newly approved 2026–2027 State Budget includes important investments that will strengthen public education across the Commonwealth.
The budget provides:
- $565 million for adequacy and tax equity funding
- $50 million in additional Basic Education Funding
- $50 million for Special Education
- Continued investments in Career and Technical Education
At ACLAMO, we know that every child deserves access to a high-quality education regardless of their ZIP code.
These investments represent meaningful progress toward educational equity and reinforce the work we do every day to support children, youth, and families through academic enrichment, mentoring, and educational advocacy.
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This summer marks an exciting milestone as ACLAMO launches its newest Digital Literacy Program for Older Adults, made possible through the generous support of the 2026 AARP Community Challenge.
ACLAMO is honored to be one of only 750 organizations nationwide selected to receive this competitive grant from AARP Livable Communities and AARP Pennsylvania.
Classes officially began on July 21 at our Senior Community Center, where participants are learning practical digital skills that promote independence and connection.
From using smartphones and computers to accessing healthcare portals, communicating with family members, and navigating essential online services, participants are building confidence while becoming more connected to today’s digital world.
Digital access is no longer a luxury; it is essential. Thanks to AARP’s investment, more older adults in our community will have the knowledge and support they need to thrive.
Thank you, AARP, for investing in our community.
To learn more about the AARP Community Challenge, visit www.aarp.org/CommunityChallenge.
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Help Local Students Start the School Year Strong
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As the first day of school approaches, many local families are struggling to purchase the supplies their children need. You can help.
ACLAMO is collecting school supplies through our Amazon Wishlist, making it easy to provide backpacks, notebooks, pencils, and other essentials directly to students in our community.
In just a few minutes, you can help ensure a child begins the school year feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn.
To learn more, please contact Dr. Doug Ferguson at businessdevelopment@aclamo.org. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference.
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Every student who discovers a love of science…
Every older adult who learns to navigate technology…
Every family who receives food, educational support, or critical services…
…is possible because of people who believe in ACLAMO’s mission.
Your generosity helps create opportunities, strengthen families, and build a healthier, more equitable community.
Thank you for being part of our story.
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Together, we are building stronger families, stronger neighborhoods, and stronger futures.
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Follow ACLAMO on social media, visit our website, and share our mission with your friends and family. Every new supporter helps us expand our impact across Montgomery County.
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