Ever since my hometown Fresno, California was ranked the dumbest city in America (albeit, with a flawed ranking system), the first FlowingPrints series, on the state of education, has taken on new meaning. It became personal, and then it occurred to me that it should be personal for everyone. I think most of us know how important a good education is.
Needless to say, my old high school and middle school now each have a copy of the series. My mom hand-delivered them (thanks, Mom). I’ve also been sending prints to schools, libraries, and education departments across the country near those who have already bought prints for themselves (thanks, all).
But I need more help.
From here on out, until all the prints are gone out of my garage, for every print you buy, I’ll send one to local education. If you simply don’t have any wall space, how about sending the series to a high school near you or your local library? I’ll send another to your local education board.
Get the warm fuzzies, and spread awareness today. For the cost of a few lattes, you’ll be supporting education, your community, and data. Plus, you’ll be getting some beautifully designed prints.
I’ve got a wall in a low-SES high needs elementary in Sacramento just crying for this. How do I get on the list?
Can I buy a copy for you to send to Alice?
Already, I’m feeling warm and fuzzy!
Happy to help!
Here’s the deal, Nathan/FlowingData – I’m going to be leaving in about five minutes to wander aimlessly around Japan for the next few days, and may or may not have internet access. I’d like to go ahead and buy the posters now and have Alice send you her shipping info separately. I’m going to push the button and send you a note to this effect as well and hope that this all works.
Happy travels! Nathan/Flowing Data, you have my email from comments drop me a line.
Thanks! I pushed the button, so let’s hope they get there.
awesome, dan. i’m glad there are people in the world like you.
alice, i’ll be in touch soon.
I’m sorry it’s taken so long to post my thank you, but here it is: http://mizmercer.edublogs.org/2009/12/19/thank-you-flowing-data/
you guys are awesome.
I received my prints this week and they look great. I think it is awesome that you are sending copies to local schools, and look forward to more Flowing Prints!
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