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Join us May 3 at 12pm for an interactive session: A New Tool to Improve our Communities: The Community Connections Index (CCI). This one-hour webinar is sponsored by the Telosa Community Foundation. The goal is to learn about and give feedback on a new, easy-to-use tool designed to help local governments, regional agencies, and city residents make better decisions about building connections that will contribute to stronger communities.      On May 3rd, we will discuss: ●     Are we asking the right questions as we develop this tool? ●     What might have been left out of this assessment tool? ●     Is there value for your community to use this tool? ●     What other dimensions should be included or considered in the assessment tool?   Speakers include our own Christa Daniels, Ph.D., AICP and Jon Mallon from the Telosa Community Foundation. Please register here to participate! https://lnkd.in/exARCw82  

Twelve more days — take advantage of the early bird discount now! Register for the virtual Higher Ed Quality in Action to get 10% off your registration (new cost $180). Unlike many conferences, you aren’t limited to learning from the sessions you attend live — you’ll get access to all 14 sessions for 90 days following the conference. Come gather new insights you can apply to your work today, gleaned directly from educators like you uncovering them in the field. https://ow.ly/5IPU50QY8zt

New to conference presenting? Done it a thousand times? We want you both! Consider submitting a workshop proposal for the upcoming IMPACT National Conference! The conference is to be held at Virginia Commonwealth University the last week of February 2025. There are three different formats for presenters to select: 1. Workshops are 75-minute interactive sessions intended to highlight the presenter's knowledge and/or practice on a given topic. 2. Practical Application sessions are intended to highlight a program or event that relates to IMPACT's Mission, Vision, or Values. These sessions offer attendees the opportunity to learn about the practical application of programs/events. 3. Roundtables are 75-minute sessions that allow for attendees to engage in idea sharing and conversation about a shared topic of interest. Deadline to submit is coming up soon! SUBMIT HERE: https://lnkd.in/gyaA_KNa

Here’s one key takeaway that hit me and Gosia Jaros-White hard as we headed back home after attending the National Summer Learning Association Summit this week: there’s no time for despair or fear. The challenges our kids face are real, but so is our collective power to overcome them.   Yup, it’s time to exercise radical collaboration. We must mobilize passionately, tearing down silos and working together to create a future where all kids—regardless of their circumstances—can thrive.   The positive energy at the summit was undeniable. For three days leaders, educators, policymakers, and advocates came together with one mission: to ensure every child has access to learning, opportunities, and fun.   When we collaborate boldly and with purpose, we can eliminate barriers and inspire lasting change. It starts with showing up, speaking out, and taking action for the kids who need us the most. Here’s how: https://lnkd.in/eWpnJ6KF

I’m very fortunate to work with the public and researchers full time. I see and hear a lot about public involvement practices in my #PPI lead roles. In this session I’ll reflect on some practice challenges and share some practical tips to help build a foundation for meaningful public involvement and PPI #impact. #PIRIToolkit

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Science confirms what common sense suggests: children's experiences in their first five years can profoundly shape their chances later in life. Throughout the election and the upcoming Congress/administration, our leaders will have the chance to invest in this understanding and uplift early learning by focusing on performance and results. This includes building a strong early educator workforce, promoting innovative early childhood investments in research, data, and systems to determine the most effective ways to meet our childrens’ needs, and more. Learn more about the critical policy opportunities to support young people in our 2024 Campaign Paper: https://lnkd.in/ewEBqkGF

On Saturday, November 16th, we’re inviting you to be part of a truly transformative experience at the Young Men’s Conference at the California Ballroom in Oakland. This event is about so much more than just attending—it’s about helping young men break through barriers, embrace vulnerability, and unmask their full potential. Why should you get involved? 🤝 Support the young men in your life by connecting them with mentors and peers who truly understand their journey. 💡 Empower them to grow through dynamic workshops and raw, meaningful conversations that challenge and uplift. 🔓 Help them discover their true strength—not through toughness, but through the power of vulnerability and self-awareness. We’re also calling on volunteers and mentors to be part of this life-changing event. Your presence can help create a safe, supportive space where young men feel comfortable to open up and grow. Together, we can build a brighter future. Don’t let the young men in your life miss this chance. Encourage them to join us, or get involved as a volunteer yourself. Visit the link in bio to register or volunteer at https://lnkd.in/gCewCdxS 🗓 Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024 📍 Location: California Ballroom, Oakland Let’s work together to unmask their true potential. #UnMaskTheirPotential #YoungMensConference #MillionMaskMovement #TakingOffTheMask #EverForward #YouthEmpowerment #MaleVulnerability

People will often ask whether family engagement is a priority for districts when closing academic gaps, attendance, mental health, and teacher retention are screaming for attention. It’s such a false dichotomy! High quality family engagement is directly linked to improving all of those outcomes. I’ve been collaborating with Rebecca Honig, Weezie Hough, and Dr. Mallary Swartz to surface the research. This info session will be our second deep dive, this time into the link between academic success and family engagement.

I had a great meeting with members of our executive team today and we discussed the need for leadership in sports. Yes, practical knowledge is important, but knowing how to effectively manage teams is crucial for success. We can teach you these tools in our Master's in Sports Leadership. Find out more ⬇