Type Of Business:
Nonprofit organization
Major Product/SVS:
Educational services
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading; Swimming; Traveling; Designing and making jewelry; Crocheting; Knitting; Gardening; Writing poetry; Spending time with her grandchildren; Enjoying theatrical productions; Socializing with a group of lady friends
Education Degrees:
Coursework in Computer Programming, Anne Arundel Community College; Coursework in Theology, Houston Baptist University
Affiliations Awards:
Membership Chairwoman, Houston Chapter, Women's Business Support Network; President, Vice President, PTA Chapters, Various States; National Association of Women Business Owners
Industry:
Health Education
Date of Distinction:
8/9/2011
Number Of Years In Profession:
7
Number Of Years In Current Position:
7
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her honesty, open heart, hard work, creativity, determination, and supportive family and friends.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through the influence of her own life experiences.
Extended Bio Profile:
Her academy has educational programs that provide real-life answers to high school students. The programs greatly reduce promiscuity, pregnancies, sexually transmitted infections and HIV/AIDS among teens. Additionally, her academy mentors pregnant and parent teens, motivating them to achieve academically, emotionally, physically and socially.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Developing the curriculum for classes; Acting as a liaison within her community; Providing classes to educate about teen pregnancy; Doing public speaking; Assisting children who have suffered from physical and sexual abuse; Hiring and training volunteers; Fundraising
Education Certifications:
Licensed Real Estate Broker, State of New York; Certification in Court Stenography
Awards/Honors:
Volunteer of the Year, Houston School District (2009)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Scott hopes her program will be implemented in several schools through the state of Texas and around the country.