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Date: January 11, 2012 REV UP THE VOTES! FREMONT, CA- The Mission Valley ROP Automotive Technology Program located on the Washington High campus created and submitted a video to the Universal Technical Institute (UTI) Foundation’s “Drive to Succeed” contest. The contest requires interested Automotive Technology programs to submit a three minute video demonstrating their need for the potential donation towards an automotive shop make over of up to $25,000 for first place, $10,000 for second place, and $5,000 for third place. Out of the 70 videos that were submitted for consideration of this prize money, our video has made it to the top eight video finalists. The next step in the contest is where the community has a chance to help decide the winner of the prize money. So now is the time to “Rev up the Votes” and help our students win the contest! The UTI Foundation has posted the final top eight videos on their Facebook page to allow the public to vote for their favorite video. To vote, please refer to the details listed below. Contest Details: Contest: UTI Foundation “Drive to Succeed” Contest Contest Timeframe: Wednesday, January 11, 2012, noon – Wednesday, January 18, How to Vote: Go to the UTI Foundation Facebook page, click on the “Auto ShopVideo” link on the left side of the page. Look for the video titled “Washington High School” and click the “Vote” button. To help get the word out to as many people as possible, please share the link and “Like” our video. (The direct link for the video gallery is listed below) Who Can Vote: Everyone with a Facebook account! Website: https://apps.facebook.com/drivetosucceed/index2.php About Mission Valley ROP Mission Valley ROP (MVROP) is the regional occupational program for the Tri-City area. Established in 1969, MVROP has been instrumental in preparing students for successful business, medical, and technical careers. Through a partnership with Fremont, New Haven, and Newark Unified School Districts, career technical education is provided to 4,000 students (high school and adult) each year. For the latest news and information about MVROP, visit us on the web at www.mvrop.org. |
### Allison Aldinger |