Developing a new generation of civic leaders.
Through GenerationNation, students learn first-hand how their governments and communities work; understand important civic issues and differing points of view; know how to find and use good sources of news and information; build social capital and experience for civic problem-solving and leadership; and, join a diverse network of civic leaders who are working to transform their schools, neighborhoods, communities and world for the better…now and for the future.
Thank you volunteers that came to the Innovation Barn to help break down the take out plastics so we can turn into filament for 3D printers making PPE! If you want to give your CLEAN - STICKER FREE take out plastic bring to @CLTSWS or @7thPublicMarket
Envision Charlotte is Turning Trash Into Personal Protective Equipment
Takeout containers are still being collected.
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Educators: It's your turn to have YOUR voice heard on school reopening!
Use the link http://bit.ly/PBSreopening to send us your thoughts for PBS @NewsHour EXTRA's Educator Voice blog by 7/15.
#sschat #engchat #scichat #hsgovchat #apgov #apush #aplang #ngsschat #ellchat #edtechchat
A #contacttracing story: @CatawbaCounty health director Jennifer McCracken says a family gathering without masks or distancing eventually led to positive #coronavirus cases in at least 41 people. Read the case study at https://catawbacountync.gov/news/covid-19-in-catawba-county-a-case-study/ #wearthedangmask #stayhome
Reminder: The deadline to apply for
@880Cities @knightfdn #EmergingCityChampions is this Sunday, July 12 at 11:59pm EST!
Emerging City Champions - 8 80 Cities & Knight Foundation
A fellowship and micro-grant program for young civic innovators with bold ideas to enhance public space, mobility, and civic engagement. #k880champs
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NC Gov. Roy Cooper says he will have an official announcement next week on school reopening. #nced #ncpol #coronavirus
In collaboration with public and private partners, CMS will provide free masks at our summer meal sites every Friday until the end of July. If you need a mask, find one of our locations and stop by between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Learn more: http://bit.ly/CMSsummermeals
David Switzer, who was suspended pending an investigation into allegations regarding his leadership, steps down from Ardrey Kell, moves to new job in CMS central office https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/education/article244098972.html
Last week, our students hosted a town hall on racism and inequity. There,
@CMSSupt asked students to improve the Code of Student Conduct. This might include dress code, peer mediation, restorative justice, leadership accountability etc. What would YOU change or add? #cltmeckyouth
ensure that students see themselves reflected in the curriculum, and desegregate schools wherever possible to create intergroup contact with different racial and ethnic populations. #nced
.@JEFordNCTOY wants State Board of Ed to adopt this equity resolution that includes creating DPI equity officer & ensuring culturally affirming environments by urging school districts to change the racist names of schools
(1/2) #nced https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/Meetings/Attachment.aspx?S=10399&AID=224836&MID=7233
The Union County School Board voted to ignore the Governor's Order for graduations
Now an outbreak tied to a graduation ceremony: https://twitter.com/GenevieveWSOC9/status/1280595428124360704
#Breaking Despite the Governor’s order Union Co went ahead with in-person graduation. Now 16 people who attended Marvin Ridge graduation are positive for COVID-19. Health Department is now cautioning everyone who attended that ceremony to take percautions, could still develop
Tomorrow @edstateboard_nc will be considering adoption of new K-12 social studies standards. The meeting begins at 10 AM. #nced 1/
Written one year after the 13th Amendment—which abolished slavery—the 14th Amendment contains the basic guarantees of equality and due process of law for US citizens.
Learn more ➡️ https://fal.cn/14thAmendment
From @DeirdreJonese! @BigIPatriots grad and civic leader working for MDiv and social justice #gennationalumni
“A world without police and prisons seems impossible until we remember that we serve a God who can do the impossible.” Read more in this article from @CandlerTheology student @DeirdreJonese on Canopy today. http://ow.ly/Zlzs50ArGtT
Here's an overview of the CMS social distancing plan for August. Link in first sentence takes you to @CMSboard presentation. As @mghayes24 said, yes, it's overwhelming. Take a deep breath. More to come.
CMS Distancing Plan: One Week At School, Two At Home
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools students could cycle through one week of in-person classes and two weeks of remote learning after they return to school ...
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Happy #IndependenceDay!
Just like America's early leaders and their actions, a new generation of civic leaders is working to change our schools, cities and nation for the better.
🙌🏽 to young civic leaders who are making a difference now and for the future. #democracy
We’ve been getting a lot of DMs and questions about where you can purchase the official #BlackLivesMatter t-shirt that was approved by the artists and organizations involved in the creation of CLT's mural.
And the answer is... right here! Link: https://digital-apparel-printing-llc.printavo.com/merch/blm-mural/
#MaskUp for FREE https://twitter.com/MeckCounty/status/1278729347600453633
Two million free masks will be available starting tomorrow, just in time for the July Fourth holiday » https://meck.co/3iqC5XN
A list of locations and times for mask pick-up will be continually updated on @AtriumHealth's website » https://meck.co/38jfKae
Here's a recap of this thread. 7 weeks til school is back in session. Who knows what is going to happen between now and then. CMS is preparing for everything. Live at 11
Thread by @JoeBrunoWSOC9: #CMSBd meeting is starting now. CMS is discussing reopening plans for the fall. Chair @elysedashew says there will be a thorough review of 3…
Thread by @JoeBrunoWSOC9: #CMSBd meeting is starting now. CMS is discussing reopening plans for the fall. Chair @elysedashew says there will h review ...
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CMS student representative @gabrielschuhl is encouraging CMS to require 3rd, 4th and 5th graders to wear face masks.
Tonight: @WBTV_News put the spotlight on students having conversations with CMS leaders about how to eliminate racism, bias and inequities in the school district.
Story here: https://twitter.com/GenNation/status/1278467660284669952
100 students signed up - and 30+ spoke out! - at today's student town hall on racism + inequity at CMS. Thx @cmssupt and @elysedashew for partnering with students who are working to transform CMS for the better. Students will share report and Zoom video soon. #cltmeckyouth
CMS Student zoom meeting sharing insight with cms (and teachers, and schools) is SO STELLAR. Im impressed, but not surprised. WELL DONE.
100 students signed up - and 30+ spoke out! - at today's student town hall on racism + inequity at CMS. Thx @cmssupt and @elysedashew for partnering with students who are working to transform CMS for the better. Students will share report and Zoom video soon. #cltmeckyouth
New standards in history coming to North Carolina classrooms
New standards in history coming to North Carolina classrooms
Teachers from around the state are coming up with the standards that include eras, content, and concepts that teachers must use when instructing stude...
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President Trump is criticizing New York City's plan to paint "Black Lives Matter" on 5th Avenue outside Trump Tower — calling it a "symbol of hate."
The move comes as Trump has stepped up his defense of Confederate symbols and monuments.
Trump: Painting 'Black Lives Matter' On 5th Avenue Would Be 'Symbol Of Hate'
President Trump blasted New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio's plan to paint the words "Black Lives Matter" in front of Trump Tower. Trump said it would...
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Two chances to learn more about @CharMeckSchools reopening plans, at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. No public comments, but story includes how to watch either/both meetings.
Today Brings First Look At CMS School Reopening Plans
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will provide the first public preview of reopening plans today, though there won't be a decision on which path to follow...
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Are you a young #Charlotte leader with a bold idea to make our city more equitable? The @880Cities #EmergingCityChampion’s program will give you 5K in support & training to make your idea a reality. Learn more at our next info session: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/emerging-city-champions-charlotte-call-1-tickets-111192989224 #knightcities
