Acceler8 Automotive Education Program begins in-person and online classes to help at-risk youth in Los Angeles
After a prolonged absence caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Acceler8 is delighted to announce that classes will be beginning again from September 19, 2020.
Acceler8 is an Automotive Education Program run by a small group of Law Enforcement veterans who are seeking to make a difference in their communities. It aims to expose men and women aged 14-24 to the automotive industry and the many opportunities it holds. The mission is to teach skills to high school students who are at risk and build them into leaders. The program will develop positive relationships with Law Enforcement mentors at a critical time in their lives.
The Acceler8 Education Program is based on a shared enthusiasm for automobiles. This provides a common ground for students and mentors to bond while acquire a skill. The students participate in classroom activities and hands-on auto repair on real project cars, learning the safe use of equipment, auto body repair skills, painting, wiring, tire changing and other fundamental skills.
Led by Sergeant Charles Woodruff (CEO, Board Member) and Senior Officer Derrick Boykins (COO, Board Member) and staffed by a number of experienced volunteers, the first class will be held at PK Auto Design (pkautodesign.com) in Sylmar, CA – a leading custom shop and active supporter of the Acceler8 program.
Starting at 11AM on Saturday Sept 19, the class will undertake a performance exhaust installation on a 2020 Chevy Silverado. The high-quality stainless steel exhaust system has been donated by Borla Performance Industries, which has an R&D facility in Oxnard, CA and proudly manufactures its parts in Johnson City, TN. Acceler8 activities are also supported by LA Protective League and Galpin Auto Sport.
The full class schedule for 2020 is listed below. Classes will take place at different venues and will include a variety of automotive practices.
2020 ACCELER8 CLASS SCHEDULE
· September 19
· October 1
· October 3
· November 7
· November 21
· December 5
· December 19
Students are invited to enroll for in-person or virtual online classes through the Acceler8 website at acceler8education.org
The Accelerate Education Group (Acceler8) is an independent non-profit organization supported by the Los Angeles Police Protective League. It is committed to providing substantive alternatives to crime and substance abuse that will change the lives and help build future leaders in Los Angeles County.
GET INVOLVED
In addition to recommending students to the program, we invite the Greater Los Angeles community and automotive enthusiasts to get involved with Acceler8. As a nonprofit organization, it is funded solely by donations and sponsorships from the community. All funds raised go directly to the Acceler8 program and help to provide each student a chance to enter the automotive industry by gaining the skills needed to advance their potential while being mentored by leaders within the community. Furthermore, Acceler8 welcomes qualified volunteers to join the program to impart their knowledge and life skills either mentoring the students or providing their expertise. Please visit acceler8education.org to learn more about the Acceler8 program, to enroll a student, volunteer for the program, or to donate.
ABOUT ACCELER8
Accelerate Education Group (Acceler8) is an independent non-profit organization supported by the Los Angeles Police Protective League. It is committed to providing substantive alternatives to crime and substance abuse that will change the lives and help build future leaders in Los Angeles County. It does this by providing a curriculum designed to help enhance knowledge within the automotive field, as well as mentoring, life skills, job skills and hands-on experience.
Please visit acceler8education.org to learn more about the Acceler8 program, to enroll a student, volunteer for the program, or to donate.
ACCELER8 SUPPORTERS
Galpin Auto Sports (galpinautosports.com)
ID Agency (theidagency.com)
Los Angeles Protective League
PKautodesign (pkautodesign.com)
