Carolina Panthers and Bank of America Launch '3rd & Goal' Community Platform
The Carolina Panthers, in partnership with Bank of America, have launched a new community initiative called '3rd & Goal,' aimed at supporting third-grade students across the Carolinas. The program focuses on literacy (Read 20), physical wellness (Play 60), and personal well-being (Feel 100). It is expected to reach approximately 10,000 students in its first year through collaboration with Title I schools. The initiative was officially introduced during a field day at Bank of America Stadium attended by Panthers players, school administrators, local officials, and over 400 third-grade students. The program emphasizes the critical nature of early childhood development and is supported by research showing that emotional regulation skills established in these years significantly impact long-term academic success. The UNC Charlotte Center for Educational Measurement and Evaluation will monitor progress through key benchmarks over a three-year period to assess student engagement and outcomes.
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