I will be helping to host this conversation on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 from 7-9pm at the UA High School.
“I’m calling on our nation’s governors and state education chiefs to develop standards and assessments that don’t simply measure whether students can fill in a bubble on a test, but whether they possess 21st century skills like problem-solving and critical thinking and entrepreneurship and creativity.” – President Barack Obama 3/10/09
What are the qualities you look for in a potential young employee?
If you own a business or supervise others in your work then the UA School District wants to hear from professionals like you. As we prepare our learners to be globally competitive students, workers, and citizens we need your help!
Nationally recognized speaker Ken Kay, President for the Partnership for 21st Century Skills, will talk briefly about the changing demands for skills for 21st century workers. The first step in meeting those demands is asking employers – like you – what they want.
The evening will be quick-paced, energetic and will provide an opportunity for everyone to voice their opinion in a welcoming environment. What we hear from you will change how we meet tomorrow’s educational challenges. We’ll share our harvest with other school districts so your thoughts and concerns will be heard throughout Central Ohio.
When: September 29, 2009 from 7-9pm
Where:Upper Arlington High School Little Theatre, 1650 Ridgeview Rd. UA, OH 43221
Seating is limited so please RSVP to JoAnn Sinclair at 614-487-5007 x115 or email jsinclair <at> uaschools.org.
