Explorers Take Books on the Road Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - November 1, 2023January 16, 20240 https://youtu.be/zdT67nCQiXc?si=Xy_ZxyDLR1GRiqqF KALAMAZOO (MICH.) - Cows, planes, barbers, and music...oh, my! Those are the things viewers will experience in a new video series created by the Merze Tate Explorers. The Girls Talk Books video series features children's books that are brought to life with the help of bubbly Explorer reporters. Thanks to
Explorers Experience MasterChef Jr. Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - October 5, 2022October 5, 20220 KALAMAZOO (MICH.) Explorer Mahalia Guidry has her own cake pop business and dreams of becoming an actress. So when the representative of MasterChef Jr. asked if she would like to take part in a segment of the live show, she didn't hesitate. Acting and baking...it was perfect! Mahalia, a 14-year-old entrepreneur
Explorers Meet PNC Foundation Leader Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - June 9, 2022June 9, 20220 KALAMAZOO (MICH.) - The Merze Tate Explorers is truly a community youth organization. For more than a decade, the student Explorers have met with hundreds of women who rock in their chosen careers. As Explorer travel writers meet phenomenal women, they enhance their communications skills as journalists. Through article writing,
Explorer to Compete in New York City Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - April 15, 2022April 15, 20220 Six members of the Merze Tate Explorers held their breath as they awaited the results. The young women in grades 9th-12th, had just competed with nearly 30 other youth in the inaugural virtual True Colors Next Narrative Monologue Competition. Their hard work had paid off as students competed virtually
Explorers Awarded for Unique Experiences Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - January 26, 2022February 5, 20220 The Merze Tate Explorers used their media skills to share how Sonya Hollins has made an impact on their lives. As Hollins introduces the youth to amazing career and college exploration through media and travel, students say they treasure these experiences that jumpstart them to find their passion. Explorers founder
Explorers Give Backpacks to Kids Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - March 4, 2021March 4, 20210 The Merze Tate Explorers are learning the importance of philanthropy. The youth council has led fundraising efforts that have helped youth around the globe! Not only have the students contributed $1,000 of their fundraising dollars to a girl in Tanzania for a year of education, they are providing supplies to