Developing a new generation of civic leaders.
Through GenerationNation, students learn first-hand how their governments and communities work; understand and can discuss important civic issues and differing points of view; know how to find and use good sources of news and civic information; and, build social capital, knowledge, and experience to be civic leaders who transform their schools, neighborhoods, communities and nation for the better…now and for the future.
Charlotte student leaders are helping to plan youth sessions about local and federal gov policy at upcoming @leagueofcities conference and are excited to get to hear Dr Fauci, @PeteButtigieg @SpeakerPelosi and others speak about policy and public service. #cltmeckyouth #nlcccc
“He wanted to do everything he could to help people.”
Joel Odom is the youngest person to run for Charlotte mayor. Odom was 20 years old then. He died this week at 22. I’m talking to his great grandmother and some of the people touched by his drive to change the city.
Joel Odom was an inspiration to us all. His commitment to our city and civic engagement was unwavering and proof that you’re never too young to step up and lead. He will be missed. May he rest in power.
Teaching social studies, especially to elementary students, is one of the most “high impact ways to address potential learning loss and improve reading comprehension.“ An important note as district’s plan school budgets and schedules for next year.
How social studies might boost reading achievement
Early predictions suggested the spring closures may cost students a third of a year’s learning gains in reading.
www.gainesville.com
Today I lost someone I knew quite well through my formative high school years. I will remember him forever and I want to share why.
As a new face in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Youth Council, Joel Odom, was a warm, welcoming person, but most importantly - a leader.
Very sad to learn this news about our former student and youth board member. Thinking about Joel’s family at this difficult time.
Former Charlotte mayoral candidate and community activist Joel Odom has passed away. Heartbreaking #cltcc
I'm super excited to stay on with the team. https://twitter.com/WashPostPR/status/1364685585634459659
.@AprilBethea named The Washington Post's Deputy Education Editor https://www.washingtonpost.com/pr/2021/02/24/washington-post-names-april-bethea-deputy-education-editor/
Student civic leader @BreanaFowler19 shares powerful words about #BlackHistoryMonth and @CharMeckSchools. Breana serves as the @CMSboard student advisor through a partnership between CMS, school board, and GenerationNation. 1/2 #cltmeckyouth #studentvoice
CMS Will Rename Barringer Elementary In Ongoing Quest To Eliminate Racist Names
CMS Will Rename Barringer Elementary In Ongoing Quest To Eliminate Racist Names
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will launch a renaming process for Barringer Academic Center on Wednesday after learning that it's named for three advoc...
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Use this lesson to have your students learn about the roles and responsibilities of the 15 executive departments by hearing from each of President Biden's nominees.
https://www.c-span.org/classroom/document/?17355 #apgov #hsgovchat
How much do you know about the Comprehensive Vision Plan 2040?
Check out the virtual townhall meeting. 👇
Public hearing is March 22 and the Plan is set for council approval April 16. We need your opinions! @CLTgov https://cltfuture2040.com
ICYMI: @CharMeckSchools students weigh in on the unprecedented school year. Thanks to all for your honesty & openness in sharing what you and your peers are experiencing. @GenNation @wsoctv
The COVID-19 slide: A closer look at students‘ struggles learning through a pandemic
Since the start of pandemic and the decision by school districts to move to remote learning, the difficulties of schooling are being referred to as th...
www.wsoctv.com
Thank you @ElsaWSOC9 for talking with Brooke, Stella,
@BreanaFowler19, Darrell, Gabriel, and Tucker! Student voices lead to better school and community choices! https://www.wsoctv.com/video/?id=3c0f81b3-ffd6-4363-9d90-2f5b6d9b36ed
#NEW @ 5:30: As thousands return to the classroom & thousands continue learning from home-I sat down w/this group of students to hear how they're doing. I also spoke with @mghayes24 about what @CharMeckSchools' efforts to ensure is doing to ensure students don't fall behind.
CNN: 500,000 people in the United States have died from coronavirus.
We are impacted more by decisions made at the local rather than fed level. It’s a shame we can’t get more people to care enough to vote.
#NEW @ 5:30: As thousands return to the classroom & thousands continue learning from home-I sat down w/this group of students to hear how they're doing. I also spoke with @mghayes24 about what @CharMeckSchools' efforts to ensure is doing to ensure students don't fall behind.
The Insurrection Highlights the Need for Civics Learning
The Insurrection Highlights the Need for Civics Learning (Opinion)
What if the insurrectionists who stormed the Capitol had received civics and anti-bias education in school? Would it have made a difference?
www.edweek.org
We've launched our 2040 Comprehensive Plan Virtual Open House, an interactive experience where participants can view and comment on the plan.
The experience is available in 100+ languages and accessible 24/7.
https://openhouse.cltfuture2040plan.com/
featuring @LZGranderson @DrMFBerry @iamwesmoore @ClarissaMBrooks @jemelehill @WBillyMurphy and of course the Doc King @DrToddBoyd.
directed by @Marquis_Daisy ✊🏾 https://twitter.com/TheUndefeated/status/1360262387329335301
THE MARCH ON WASHINGTON: KEEPERS OF THE DREAM
New doc from @NatGeo and @theundefeated explores the journey of the Civil Rights Movement from the 1960s to today.
8th graders, find your student voice! Sign up for Kids Lead, a new civic leadership program led BY students FOR students! Apply now: http://bit.ly/GN_kidslead #kidslead #studentvoice #cltmeckyouth
U.S. Senate ACQUITS President Trump on Article of Impeachment, 57-43.
#BREAKING
7 Senators vote to convict president of their own party. That is a huge deal.
Whoa: Burr (R-NC) voted GUILTY
The CDC has released its clearest guidance yet for reopening schools.
The update makes key changes to earlier language — including a new color-coded chart that divides school reopening options into 4 zones based on the level of community transmission.
CDC Offers Clearest Guidance Yet For Reopening Schools
The updated guidelines make key changes to earlier language, including a new color-coded chart that divides school reopening options into four zones, ...
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Such a pleasure speaking with these students. Looking forward to sharing this piece! Stay tuned @wsoctv https://twitter.com/GenNation/status/1359891250804097026
Student voices lead to better school + community choices. Thank you @ElsaWSOC9 @wsoctv for partnering with @GenNation to include students in civic conversations. Can’t wait to see @BreanaFowler19, Brooke, Darrell, Gabriel, Stella + Tucker on the news! #cltmeckyouth #studentvoice
Student voices lead to better school + community choices. Thank you @ElsaWSOC9 @wsoctv for partnering with @GenNation to include students in civic conversations. Can’t wait to see @BreanaFowler19, Brooke, Darrell, Gabriel, Stella + Tucker on the news! #cltmeckyouth #studentvoice