2010 WASHINGTON, DC SESSION

Beyond Barriers – Blurred Boundaries

Leading In an Interconnected World

Presented By
The Women's Museum: An Institute for the Future
Celebrating a Decade of Empowering Women
In Association with the Smithsonian Institution

SESSION THREE
Washington, DC
September 12-14, 2010

THE EDUCATION OF A NATION

Are Our Nation’s Education Models Relevant In A Global Society?

The third session in Leadership America’s 2010 series of programs will convene in Washington, D.C., for an in-depth examination of "The Education of a Nation."

Education is one of the most critical, complex, comprehensive, and often controversial issues facing all Americans. Everyone agrees an educated workforce that is second to none is the key to stimulating our national economy, ensuring our national security, preserving our national standard of living, and maintaining our nation’s status in the global arena. Disagreements arise over how to achieve these lofty goals.

The Leadership America agenda will enable participants to develop their own "report cards" on the state of our nation’s education. The session will feature conversations with experts from a broad spectrum of education-related fields, including teachers, administrators, classroom innovators, legislators, public policy experts, and business and civic leaders.

Leadership America participants will also have opportunity to discuss the economic factors of education with economists and engage business leaders regarding the reconfiguration and retooling of an educated workforce. In addition, a leadership skills-building workshop will offer an opportunity to engage your passion, your brains, and your expertise.

Agenda Highlights

Ready, Set, Go!
An Interactive Presentation
Facilitated by
Hattie Hill, CEO
Hattie Hill Enterprises, Inc.

Opening Evening
Featuring
The Education of a University

The Intersection of The Economy & Education
A conversation with Economists regarding the Economic Factors of Education

A Report Card on our Nation’s Schools

Different Approaches – Common Goals
An interactive discussion with Leading Education Innovators

Guided Tour of the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center

Education's ABCs – Let’s Talk Policy
A Conversation with Leading Education Policymakers

A Visit to the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates

Educating a Workforce for Today's & Tomorrow's Needs
Featuring educators, business and political leaders

Moving Beyond Diversity to Achieving Success in The Global Marketplace
An Interactive Workshop

What's Next – Taking the Leadership America Experience To My Sphere of Influence
A Conversation among the Leadership America Participants

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DON’T MISS THE FINAL SESSION of 2010 LEADERSHIP AMERICA: LEADERSHIP AMERICA ABROAD: The 2010 International Session will provide opportunities for a maximum of 15 participants to have a cross-cultural experience, making international connections, engaging in conversations with leaders in the UAE, exploring business opportunities, and experiencing the realities of international assignments.

October 18-26, Abu Dhabi and Dubai, United Arab Emirates