Team #1 Leads the Way

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Providence Day School

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South Mecklenburg High School

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Harding University High School

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Vernicia Ulysse

Military and Leadership Academy at Marie G. Davis

What We Learned

Throughout this program, we learned about the city of charlotte, the issues it faces, and the people who work it. Over many different meetings, we engaged with different community leaders and learned about different aspects of Charlotte.

Why It MattersThis matters so we can become strong leaders in our community and make a positive change. To help others become strong leaders as well.

Key Issues-Education-Social Mobility-Schools need to be more diverse-Have more reasons for people and business to come to Charlotte-Food deserts -Should Charlotte build up or out

Possible Solutions

-Have a student be a member of the school board-Rezone school districts to make the schools more diverse-Plant sustainable gardens in food deserts (Ex: Sow much good)

Things We Did Part 1

-Visited the Bank of America building -Visited a law firm-Walked all around the city-Practice planning regional development-Meet regional leaders in the community

Things We Did Part 2

-Talk about CMS-Listen in on a School Board and City Council Meeting-Learn about the communities in Mecklenburg County-Explore the Charlotte observer newsroom-Visited the Mecklenburg County Courthouse

HOW to make a change➔ Spread The Word➔ Social Media➔ Mentors➔ Peers➔ Volunteering ➔ Youth Council

Team 1 LEADS THE WAY

- Community

- Peers

- Schools