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Emma Haygood, Ryan Pesce, Allison Weigard, Nathan Haygood, Suzy Markle, Grace Constable, Brian Terry, William Eichberg More Information
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Project Lead The Way is a program in Berrien Springs that helps guide students along possible career pathways with hands on learning. This program hopes to inspire kids to keep high aspirations by introducing them to biology, engineering, and many other career options so that they can have an idea of what they could possibly pursue after high school.
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Guests:
- Emma HaygoodProgram CoordinatorProject Lead the Way
- Ryan PescePrincipalBerrien Springs High School
- Allison WeigardStudentBerrien Springs High School
- Nathan HaygoodStudentBerrien Springs High School
- Suzy MarkleStudentBerrien Springs High School
- Grace ConstableStudentBerrien Springs High School
- Brian TerryTeacherBerrien Springs High School
- William EichbergTeacherBerrien Springs High School
Additional Resources:
- What is Project Lead the Way?
- PLTW Engineering (9-12)
- PLTW Computer Science (9-12)
- PLTW Biomedical Science (9-12)
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- Emma HaygoodProgram CoordinatorProject Lead the Way
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Willow Wetherall, Maricela C. Navarro, Laquisha Jackson, Paula Sours More Information
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SPARK Business Accelerator at Saint Mary's College is a 13-week program within the Women's Entrepreneurship Initiative. It empowers women with business knowledge and personal development to start or launch their business. The program has also created a network community for business owners and mentors.
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Guests:
- Willow WetherallDirectorWomen's Entrepreneurship Initiative
https://www.saintmarys.edu/wei - Maricela C. NavarroOwnerOxfox Carriers
- Laquisha JacksonOwnerSoulful Kitchen
https://www.soulfulkitchensb.com/ - Paula SoursCEOVisions GPS Branding
https://www.facebook.com/VisionsGPSbrandingLLC/
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- Willow WetherallDirectorWomen's Entrepreneurship Initiative
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Tami Silverman, Gamal Hernandez More Information
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- Tami SilvermanPresident & CEOIndiana Youth Institute
- Gamal HernandezLatino LiaisonBowen Center
Additional Resources:
- Teen Mental Health
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Children and Mental Health: Is This Just a Stage?
- Research on children’s mental health in the community
- Mental health in pre-teens and teenagers
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- Tami SilvermanPresident & CEOIndiana Youth Institute
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Melissa Pursley, Erin McNeal More Information
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The Middlebury site of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Elkhart County is now offering kids the chance to get even more hands on education through its brand new STEAM Lab. Along with the science and math skills, kids will be able to grow through the arts in this nurturing environment.
For additional information visit:
Guests:
- Melissa PursleyCOO & General ManagerIGT Indiana
- Erin McNealMiddlebury Area DirectorBoys and Girls Clubs of Elkhart County
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- Melissa PursleyCOO & General ManagerIGT Indiana
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Julie Wadle, Megan Roseberry More Information
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Nothing beats hearing a story read out loud. The La Porte County Public Library's Dial-A-Story program provides age appropriate stories for children, teens and even adults. We take a look and a listen at how these stories are brought to life.
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- Julie WadlePublic Services Assistant ManagerLaPorte County Public Library
Dial-A-Story - Megan RoseberryYouth Services LibrarianLa Porte County Public Library
https://laportelibrary.org/library-online/dial-a-story/
Additional Resources:
- Understanding the Listening–Reading Connection
- Listening to Literature: Struggling Readers Respond to Recorded Books
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- Julie WadlePublic Services Assistant ManagerLaPorte County Public Library
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Sarah Hickle, Gayla Konanz MSW LCSW, Meg Sauer More Information
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School City of Mishawaka has launched the ONE mental health campaign. The goal of One is to promote mental wellness, reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness, and connect students and staff with resources that support these efforts. The program helps create ongoing conversations around mental health.
For additional information visit:
Guests:
- Sarah HickleAssistant Superintendent for Curriculum & InstructionSchool City of Mishawaka
https://www.mishawakaschools.com/ - Gayla Konanz MSW LCSWSocial WorkerMishawaka High School/ John Young Middle School
https://www.mishawakaschools.com/ - Meg SauerChief Communications OfficerSchool City of Mishawaka
https://www.mishawakaschools.com/
Additional Resources:
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Mental health in pre-teens and teenagers
- Teens & Young Adults
- Adolescent and School Health
- MENTAL HEALTH AND HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM GUIDE
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- Sarah HickleAssistant Superintendent for Curriculum & InstructionSchool City of Mishawaka
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Phil Blasko, Caity Stockstell, Ed.D. More Information
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Dinosaurs are a popular interest to many young explorers. Because they Earth millions of years ago, it can be hard to picture what they may have looked like roaming around. A new augmented reality experience through the Mishawaka Parks and Recreation Department will let little learners see dinosaurs in a modern-day setting.
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Guests:
- Phil BlaskoParks SuperintendentMishawaka Parks and Recreation Department
- Caity Stockstell, Ed.D.Director of Teaching and LearningSchool City of Mishawaka
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- Phil BlaskoParks SuperintendentMishawaka Parks and Recreation Department
