West Point Leadership Ethics and Diversity In STEM (LEADS) Workshop

1335 Old Norcross Road,Lawrenceville GA 30046

03 September, 2021

Description

West Point LEADS is a workshop for 7th and 11th grade students in the Atlanta Region, that challenges them in Leadership, Ethics, and STEM. UPDATE AUG 26, 2021: Live EventInvited Gwinett County Public Schools and Special GuestsFollowing recent COVID GuidelinesInternal Registration/RSVP (Dr. Frank Jones, GCPS CTE)West Point LEADS WorkshopCome join us for a fast-paced day of learning and discovery on Leadership Ethics and Diversity in STEM! Workshop is primarily for 7th and 11th grade students with demonstrated academic and leadership potential, as selected by their school leadership. Select 12th grade students will be invited to lead the workshop as partners with the West Point and ROTC Cadets. Educators- escorts will participate in an Educators Workshop (10:00 -12:00 PM) on the same site: Discovery High School in Lawrenceville, GA. Workshop is on Friday, September 3rd, 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM. Lunch is provided. AGENDA: 8:30 AM Check In 9:00 AM Opening Session (Theater) 9:30 AM Movement and Facilities 9:45 AM High School Team Breakout Sessions (Red, White, Blue, Black, Gold, Gray)10:00 AM Educators Session Starts (Green Team)10:15 AM 7th Grade (Power Team) Session Starts11:45 AM Working Lunch (Approximate Time)12:00 PM Educator Session Ends (Grab and Go OR Grab and Stay Lunch)12:15 PM High School Breakout Team Sessions Continue (Prep for On Stage Presentation)12:45 PM Closing Session (Theater) (Team Presentation; Leader Awards; Best Team Award) 1:15 PM High School Workshop Ends (Proceed to Busses) 1:30 PM High School Busses Depart 1:30 PM West Point Cadets and Admissions Panel Discussion 1:45 PM 7th Grade Workshop Ends / Movement to Busses 2:00 PM LEADS Workshop Ends Q: What is a West Point LEADS Workshop for the Atlanta Region. A: The workshop or the Atlanta Region engages 7th and 11th grade students on ethics, leadership and STEM. Developments in technology and other sciences advance at a rapid pace. Our ethical development should, at least, keep pace. Our students that are underrepresented in the STEM disciplines, in both higher learning and the workforce, should understand the nature of STEM disciplines and their opportunities. The workshop addresses many of these concerns. Q: What do students do at a West Point LEADS Workshop? A: Students experience hands on activities and debates. Let us show you in the videos below... West Point LEADS Workshop Activities (Tentative) STUDENTS (Sessions facilitated by West Point Cadets): STEM Activities by West Point Cadets / Professors (7th Grade)Leadership and Ethics Exercises (11th Grade)Honorable Living Essay Competition for Eligible Students (11th Grade)Leader Among Leader Challenge (11th Grade)Team Competition (11th Grade)EDUCATORS (Session Facilitated by Professionals) Overview of the student activitiesTop Tier College Presentation (West Point Admissions)Dr. Rowe Score Improvement ProgramWest Point Cadet Qand A The West Point Society of Atlanta has the mission to promote the United States Military Academy through service in the local community, including the recognition and support of young leaders through its charitable arm, the John R. Petty, Jr. Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization. Graduates throughout Metro Atlanta continue to inspire and mentor candidates interested in attending the United States Military Academy.