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PROGRAMS: FAAE 2010 LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
Arts Achieve: 67 Pathways to Success
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June 17, 18, 19, 2010 |
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Lakeland, Florida
Hilton Gardens Inn ~ Harrison School of the Arts ~ Polk County Museum
45 minutes from Tampa International Airport
60 minutes from Orlando International Airport |
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Derrick Ashong
Musician, ethnomusicologist, and activist, The Voice of New Generation, will speak at the Awards Dinner on Thursday, June 17. Derrick Ashong envisions a larger role for the arts (and arts- literate students) in the 21st century and has set out to make his vision a reality. Ashong, a Harvard educated musician, lyricist, actor, and political activist, is optimistic that we have the power to create change in the world. Join us and be inspired! |
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Dr Eric Smith, Florida Commissioner of Education
Florida Commissioner of Education, Eric Smith, will speak at the Leadership breakfast, Friday, June 18. Dr. Smtih's tenure as commmissioner has spanned shrinking budgets and expanding expectations for Florida schools. His commitment to positive change in education has led him from classroom teacher to school administration and educational leadership. He earned his undergraduate degree from Colorado State University, his master’s degree in school administration from the University of Central Florida, and his doctorate in curriculum and instruction from the University of Florida. |
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What's up with the title? |
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There are 67 counties in Florida - and therefore 67 school districts. Our goal is to have all 67 counties represented at the summit. We need your help - reach out to an arts advocate in an unrepresented county and invite them to get involved. |
Who attends? |
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Stakeholders in arts education for Florida's students:
- teachers
- school adminstrators
- school board members
- arts organizations (museums, theatres, etc.)
- teaching artists
- legiaslators
- advocates: parents, business, economic development, community leaders
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Arts Achieve! Model School Awards
Harrison School of the Arts
Legislative Panel
Polk County Museum - strong community- school partnerships
Social Networking - hands-on workshops
Making Friends - fundraising/friendraising workshops
Network across the state
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