DJ Sir Thurl is one of the many organizers of the STL S.W.A.G. Tour. This high school tour focuses on promoting success over the summer. The term S.W.A.G. in this context means service, well-being, academic achievement and goal setting. Further, the tour focuses on key ares of mentoring, education, economic development and violence prevention.
Schools Visited by the STL S.W.A.G. Tour
- Central VPA
- Roosevelt
- Sumner
- Innovative Concepts
- Vashon
- Carnahan
- Normandy
- and more
Students received the information as well as enjoyed the entertainment. Also they signed a pledge form making a commitment focus on progress throughout the school year and summer.
A few of the artists selected to perform
- Thi’sl
- Mai Lee
- J.R.
- Doorway
- C-Sharp
- Telisha Lee
- Saint Orleans
- MiistroFreeyo
- Lou GottiBoyz
- Doughboy
- and more
The STL S.W.A.G. Tour is a partnership between parents, students, teachers, staff and community leaders to provide the best possible education to our students.
Goals of the STL S.W.A.G. Tour include
- Reduce altercations in school
- Motivate students for testing
- Reduce crime among high school aged youth
- Increase youth participation in programs
- Increase you participation in employment
Other sponsors included Authentic Marketing and Promotions, 100 Black Men of Metropolitan St. Louis, Walgreens, St. Louis Public Schools, a number of community organizations and stakeholders, local radio stations and more.
In order to achieve our ambitious goals, we must all make a commitment to working together. If you would like the STL S.W.A.G. Tour at your school, contact Authentic Marketing and Promotions.
