2020 "Changemakers" Leadership Summit
On April 22, 2020, Partnerships Make A Difference and the "Growing Together" Service-Learning Network will host the 7th annual "Changemakers" Leadership Summit. We are pleased to announce that the American Electric Power Foundation has once again committed their support as a "Changemaker" sponsor.
Teams of students and teachers will engage in team-building and collaboration activities with peers from other Network schools, inspire others to action by sharing their service-learning successes from this year, and identify potential ideas/plans for 2020-2021. They will also have the chance to interact with a number of community agency representatives. Participants will represent more than 70 urban, rural, and suburban schools in central Ohio (including Columbus City Schools), as well as more than 35 community agencies and organizations. Students in grades 1-12 will join their teachers and community partners in sharing the impact of their service-learning successes from this year and inspiring others to take future action regarding specific local and global issues. We expect a capacity crowd of 300 participants, and we look forward to providing them with a highly interactive and productive day. The "Changemakers" Leadership Summit will again be held at Mid-Ohio Foodbank from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Registration deadline is April 8, 2020.
Teams of students and teachers will engage in team-building and collaboration activities with peers from other Network schools, inspire others to action by sharing their service-learning successes from this year, and identify potential ideas/plans for 2020-2021. They will also have the chance to interact with a number of community agency representatives. Participants will represent more than 70 urban, rural, and suburban schools in central Ohio (including Columbus City Schools), as well as more than 35 community agencies and organizations. Students in grades 1-12 will join their teachers and community partners in sharing the impact of their service-learning successes from this year and inspiring others to take future action regarding specific local and global issues. We expect a capacity crowd of 300 participants, and we look forward to providing them with a highly interactive and productive day. The "Changemakers" Leadership Summit will again be held at Mid-Ohio Foodbank from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Registration deadline is April 8, 2020.
"Changemakers" Leadership Summit OverviewJoin Network teachers, students, and community agency representatives on Wednesday, April 22, 2020, for the "Changemakers" Service-Learning Leadership Summit at Mid-Ohio Foodbank. Parents, administrators, school board members, sponsors/foundation representatives, public officials, and other interested community members are welcome to observe.
Prior to the event, each school should choose 1-3 high-quality service-learning projects to highlight from this year. Then each participating teacher can select a team of 2-8 students from your class/school (grades 1-12) to represent each of your most effective service-learning projects from this year. ASAP, please identify and register (see below) each participating educator, indicating the number of students attending with that educator. We do not need student names prior to the event. We were filled to capacity for the November 2019 "Critical Issues" Summit, so registering early is highly encouraged so you don’t get shut out! This will give you plenty of time to arrange transportation and parent permission as needed for your representatives. (Schools that encompass a broader range of grade levels—i.e., K-8 or K-12 buildings—may be allotted additional slots.) Prior to April 22nd, students and teachers should collaborate in developing a tri-fold display reflecting the highlights of each of your school’s "showcase" projects, and students should be prepared to give a brief, passionate "pitch" about the project’s benefits and impact—the kind of comments that might inspire other schools to become involved in similar efforts. More detailed information about the tri-fold displays is included in the Summit information flier (click on the link found below). Our Field Coordinators, Karen Patterson and Jane Hubbard. can also provide a blank tri-fold(s) and other direct assistance as needed. Please contact Karen at karen@partnershipsmakeadifference.org or Jane at jane@partnershipsmakeadifference.org. The "Changemakers" Leadership Summit will be a rich opportunity for your team to interact with representatives from other Network schools and many community agencies, as well as engage in learning, reflection, goal-setting, and celebration of this year’s impact. Please make sure that your school is represented! Location |
2020 Keynote Presenter . . . Carl H. Backes, MD
We are so excited to announce that this year’s “Changemakers” Leadership Summit Keynote Presenter will be Carl H. Backes, MD.
Dr. Carl Backes believes that every child deserves a chance, and he proves it in his work every day. He and his colleagues at Nationwide Children’s Hospital constantly face a variety of challenging cases in pediatric heart surgery, especially in the department of neonatology, where especially vulnerable newborns are treated. On April 22, Dr. Backes will take us behind the scenes of his groundbreaking work. His presentation will feature compelling examples of the collaboration, commitment, and creative problem solving that have led to several innovative, life-saving procedures at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Through Carl’s anecdotes, photos, and video clips, you’ll experience a personal connection with his efforts and accomplishments—and you’ll share his passion and excitement about the future. He’ll also tell you a bit about his childhood in central Ohio, his college years, and his medical training. Carl is a relatable, kid-friendly speaker who will help the students (and educators) in our audience believe that they, too, can achieve their dreams of making a difference in their communities and the world. In addition to his positions as a cardiologist and neonatologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Dr. Backes is involved in significant research to develop additional surgical techniques and treatment options for children at medical risk. He is also an Assistant Professor in multiple departments of The Ohio State University College of Medicine. In this role, he is helping to educate and inspire the next generation of medical "experts and changemakers." 2019 "Changemakers" Leadership Summit VideosLeadership Summit SponsorsCHANGEMAKER LEVELAmerican Electric Power Foundation
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