The Nets' new power forward, Marc Jackson, used a community forum in Salem County yesterday to tell the story of his early life in Philadelphia and the roles community, family and personal responsibility played in his ultimate success. Jackson was the keynote speaker--and basketball clinic instructor--at "Bridging the Gap". It's aimed at improving the academic performance of minority students.
- It takes a community to bridge an achievement gap - Philip Sean Curran - Today's Sunbeam