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Annual Dress Giveaway Scheduled for Auburn and Watertown in March. The Donor Family Network, in collaboration with Team Finger Lakes, is preparing to hold its fourth annual Dress Giveaway event in March. Residents of Cayuga and Jefferson counties can attend in Auburn and Watertown to receive dresses and accessories suitable for occasions like weddings and proms. The event aims to provide gently used dresses, jewelry, and shoes to community members in need. This initiative helps ensure formalwear is accessible to all local residents. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Feb 15) Finger Lakes Auburn, NY Watertown, NY

New Keuka College Scholarship Supports Education Majors Facing Certification Costs. A Keuka College alumna has established a new scholarship to assist education majors with the financial demands involved in student teaching and entering the workforce. The Crystal Gips Next Generation Educator Scholarship offers up to $750 per student to help with costs such as certification exams, licensure fees, transportation, and professional attire. These expenses can accumulate quickly, especially as student teachers are often discouraged from working outside placements. The initiative aims to ease the transition into teaching careers for graduates. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 12) Finger Lakes Victor, NY Watertown, NY

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