Since 1975, Higher Achievement has changed the lives of more than 10,000 middle school students. Through accelerated academics, Higher Achievement scholars are placed in top high schools and on a track to college. These motivated young people not only improve grades and test scores, but also build confidence and a commitment to community service through a myriad of opportunities. They advance to bright futures, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and attitude that ensure their success in high school, college, and beyond. The "Going Places!" Gala will celebrate these exciting journeys of Higher Achievement’s scholars and alumni.

2008 Honoree:	Leah Gansler Founder, CharityWorks
Event Chair:	Patricia L. Cook Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer, Freddie Mac
Event Committee:	Annie Linehan Czerwinski,     City Bridge Foundation Eric Gaier, Bates White, LLC Carlos A. Garcia, Esq., Eng Garcia Group Stephen B. Goldstein, Studley, Inc. Larry Horowitz, Velsor Properties, LLC M. Suzanne Keech, Studley, Inc. Alison Kolwaite,     Chesapeake Bay Foundation Lucy Bunzl Mallan Mary A. Pisarczyk Stephen and Susan Shaw,     Phillips Realty Capital Gary S. Thompson, Reed Smith LLP
Gala Sponsors*:	Presenting Sponsor Global Discoverer Sponsor InterContinental Voyager Patricia L. Cook, Freddie Mac Leah and Jacques Gansler Goldman, Sachs & Co. Stephen B. Goldstein    and Antonietta Corvasce Cross Country Traveler Bates White, LLC Bates White Mentors BNA John and Carol Boochever The Jerry Taylor     & Nancy Bryant Foundation Eng Garcia Real Estate Group Mantech International/    Marilyn and George Pedersen Metropolitan Properties, LTD Phillip Morris USA Mary and Richard Pisarczyk The Pruitt Foundation Steve and Susan Shaw Gary and Liz Thompson Velsor Properties, Larry and Beth Horowitz    with Peter Horowitz and Jane Nakano Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP Tourist Nancy Casey and Art Marks Host Hotels & Resorts M. Suzanne Keech/Studley, Inc. Michael R. Kershow, Esq.,    Keler & Kershow, PLLC The Meltzer Group PNC Bank Studley, Inc. Mary Anne Sullivan Richard Tagle and William Van Pelt WEST*GROUP * confirmed as of May 8, 2008

Higher Achievement Program

Higher Achievement closes the achievement gap by offering motivated middle school students from under-served areas an opportunity-rich, nationally recognized year-round educational and high school preparatory program. The program, held after school and during the summer, culminates in top high school placement. Each year, Higher Achievement helps over 400 students achieve academic excellence. Grades improve, test scores rise, and academic behaviors are fostered through a program with proven results.

For more information about this event, please contact Courtney Jones at (202) 719-8048 or cjones@oai-usa.com.