No, money can’t buy you study skills, work ethic, creativity, geometry genius or mastery of the English language, but it sure can open doors to such desirables. That’s where “Wild for Cats”, Lake Highlands High School’s academic booster club, comes in — to date, since its 2005 launch, “Wild for Cats” has pumped more than $500,000 from 250 donors into materials, equipment and personnel for the neighborhood high school. Specifically, school administrators have used the funds for cameras, computer equipment, books, academic-recognition breakfasts, TAKS preparation, AP tutoring and the AVID college preparation program, to name a few. This year “Wild for Cats” cash also will support a new position for a College and Career Transition Counselor at the school. The volunteer-run organization “makes a difference and provides the support and resources that retain great teachers, engage all students in a rigorous education, and transition students into colleges and careers,” says high school principal Walter Kelly. Throughout the school year, “Wild for Cats” will host meetings and events, at which supporters will have the opportunity to contribute. Learn more or make donations online at wildforcats.com.
