FORTIS INSTITUTE EMBRACES THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Free-Press-Release.com) December 5, 2011 -- FORTY FORT, Pa. – Fortis Institute, a leading post-secondary education institution, wants to ensure that all children in Forty Fort, Pa., have a gift to open on Christmas morning. For the fourth consecutive year, the campus is joining the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s “Toys For Tots” program by serving as a collection point for donations of children’s toys and holiday gifts.

Fortis Institute’s Business Administration/Accounting students, under the direction of instructor Helen Sarnowski, are overseeing the campus effort. Toy donations can be dropped off at the students’ entrance to the main building on campus, 166 Slocum Street in Forty Fort. Through Dec. 16, toys are being accepted Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. until 9 p.m.; Fridays from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.; and on Saturdays, 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

“The Toys For Tots program does such a wonderful job. We are privileged to be part of this effort here in our community,” said School President Ruth Brumagin. “Helen and her team will be working hard to collect as many toys as possible so this holiday season truly will be one that everyone can celebrate.”

Since 1947, Marine Reservists have been collecting and distributing toys to children of families unable to afford holiday gifts. For more information about the Toys For Tots program, visit www.toysfortots.org.

About Fortis Institute, Forty Fort

Fortis Institute, Forty Fort offers career-based diploma and Associate in Specialized Technology Degree programs. Fortis Institute and its affiliates prepare students for in-demand careers in healthcare, business, legal and trades. Graduates are prepared to enter the workforce immediately upon graduation. Fortis Institute offer programs in the following areas: Business Administration/Accounting, Criminal Justice, ECG/Phlebotomy/Lab Assistant, Electrical Trades, Health Information Technician, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), Massage Therapist, Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant Technician (Associate in Specialized Technology degree), Medical Transcriptionist/Insurance Billing Specialist, Paralegal, and Pharmacy Technician. To learn more, please contact the campus at 570-288-8400.

About Fortis

A leading post-secondary network of colleges and institutes that engages students in a powerful learning and training experience for lifelong growth, Fortis offers career-based certificate, diploma and degree-granting programs at more than 40 schools in 15 states. Fortis prepares students for success with career-focused education in a variety of fields including nursing, health care, business and technology and various trades. Fortis also offers online learning platforms for many of its programs. Each Fortis campus is accredited by a nationally recognized body. Program offerings and accreditations vary by campus. Fortis is affiliated with the Denver School of Nursing, St. Paul’s School of Nursing, All State Career School and Tri-State Institute.

Visit www.fortis.edu to learn more about Fortis educational opportunities.
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