ZEPHYRHILLS AMBASSADORS PROGRAM
Established 2011
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ZAP
ABOUT ZAP
​William Shakespeare is credited with coining the phrase "Let the World be your oyster." And it is with this in mind that ZAP was created. Having taught for fifteen years, James Washington (the founder the Zephyrhills Ambassadors Program) knew that students struggled to understand concepts and topics from times long ago and lands worlds away. What needed to be done, was to open the classroom to the world.
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In 1949, Albert Einstein stated that, "The education of the individual... [attempts] to develop in [people] a sense of responsibility for his fellow-men in place of the glorification of power and success in our present society. At the core of the Zephyrhills Ambassadors Program is the requirement that members become active members of the community. Individuals need to step up and pitch in. And like Einstein states, this participation is not for personal or financial gain, but individual and community growth. And over the past twenty-four months, ZAP has continued to promote this philosophy.
"Opening the Classroom to the World!"
ZAP'S PHILOSOPHY
The Zephyrhills Ambassadors Program promotes students' understanding of international affairs while building leadership skills among our students. We will broaden their perspectives of the world and have them share their experiences with other schools and civic clubs in our area, all in an effort to create a more united community.
ZAP'S HISTORY
ZAP'S MISSION STATEMENT
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2012- ZAP assists in the Crystal Springs’ Community Halloween event
- ZAP volunteers at the Zephyrhills' Pigs and Barbeque
2011- ZAP participates in the Zephyrhills' Christmas Parade
ZAP'S PHILANTHROPY
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ZAP SCHOLARSHIPS
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Founded in 2011, The Zephyrhills Ambassadors Program has become the passion of teachers James Washington and Heather Zirbel. Looking for opportunities to open the students' classroom experiences to the World, these inspirational teachers have provided opportunities to study many of the lessons outside the normal school environment. One of the key components of ZAP is the requirement to give back to the community. Through volunteerism, sponsoring community events and by extending the lessons of the classroom, students involved in ZAP have become better prepared for the world!
2012- ZAP sponsors 1st annual Zephyrhills' Community Back-To-School Block Party.
- ZAP takes the first group of students on an educational tour with EF.
- ZAP sponsors Holocaust Remembrance activities at ZHS.
2011- Zephyrhills Ambassadors Program (ZAP) recognized as a school organization
- The Zephyrhills Ambassadors Program adopts charter bylaws.
- ZAP hosts 1st Zephyrhills Community Arts and Craft Fair.
WHAT ZAP HAS ACCOMPLISHED
ZEPHYRHILLS AMBASSADORS PROGRAM'S ROOTS
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In 2014, ZAP is off to study the Renaissance and the setting Shakespeare's beloved tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. Over Spring Break, students attending this educational tour will get to see the masters: Michelangelo, da Vinci, Rafael, and many more. They will travel the Appian Way, go for a ride in a gondola, and explore Ancient Rome. Students who attend this trip may also apply for high school credit.
THE FUTURE
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​Opening the classroom to the World!
ZAP students spend time in Prague Castle. April 2012.
photo taken by James Washington
ZAP ANNOUNCEMENT
EF and Facebook have contest for all students who have traveled already. For more information, click below:

