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Registration: Online ticket sales have closed, but tickets will be available for purchase at the registration table the morning of the event. Registration on site will be $15.
Date: Saturday, October 22, 2016
Time: 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location: Mesa Arts Center, 1 East Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201
Theme: Together…Caring for Our Community
Schedule:
- 7:00-8:00 a.m. Registration, Continental Breakfast & Vendor Expo
- 8:00 a.m. Welcome & Plenary Session
Sonya Romero, teacher at Lew Wallace Elementary School, pictured with her students.
Guest speaker: Sonya Romero, Teacher at Lew Wallace Elementary School in New Mexico
Recognized on the The Ellen DeGeneres Show for the impact she’s having on her students, school, and community.
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Workshop Session I/Taller I 9:30-10:30 |
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| Workshop | Description | Room |
| Workshop #1 | Mesa Public Schools District workshop:This workshop is specifically designed for Mesa Public Schools staff. Session will include student and parent voices as well as tangible ideas for how to operationalize effective Latino outreach on each campus. | Piper Theater |
| Workshop #2 | Mesa Community College workshop:Hosted by Mesa Community College (MCC), this workshop is open to all community members and college staff. Visit this session to hear the latest updates on how MCC is working to not only achieve Hispanic Serving Institution designation but, more importantly, serve Latino students well. | Music Studio, South Studios-level 2 |
| Workshop #3 | Candidate Panel:
Join John D’Anna, editor at the Arizona Republic, to hear from State Legislative candidates as well as candidates for City Council (District 2). Learn more about these candidates for public office and make sure you have an informed voice during this election season! |
Dobson Lecture Hall, Mesa Contemporary Arts (Purple Wall)-Lower Level |
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Public Safety Workshop:This workshop features staff from Mesa Police Department and Mesa Fire & Medical Department. Learn about what is new with Mesa’s public safety departments and how can you can be a partner in keeping your families and community safe. | Mesa Contemporary Arts Meeting Room, Mesa Contemporary Arts (Purple Wall)-Lower Level |
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Workshop Session II/Taller II 10:45-11:45 |
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| Workshop | Description | Room |
| Workshop #1 | Keynote Speaker workshop:Guest speaker, Sonya Romero, leads a conversation on how educators, parents, and community members can all demonstrate that they care and have a positive impact in our community. | Piper Theater |
| Workshop #2 | City of Mesa workshop:Join Mayor John Giles and City of Mesa staff for a panel presentation and discussion on how the City of Mesa is embracing diversity in its hiring practices. | Mesa Contemporary Arts Meeting Room, Mesa Contemporary Arts (Purple Wall)-Lower Level |
| Workshop #3 | Candidate Panel:
Join John D’Anna, editor at the Arizona Republic, to hear from candidates for the Governing Boards of Mesa Public Schools and Maricopa Community Colleges. Learn more about these candidates for public office and make sure you have an informed voice during this election season! |
Dobson Lecture Hall, Mesa Contemporary Arts (Purple Wall)-Lower Level |
- You are invited to stay on the campus of the Mesa Arts Center for the Dia de los Muertos Festival, Sat., Oct. 22 – 10:00 am-5:00 pm /Sun., Oct. 23, 2015 – 12:00 Noon- 5:00 pm
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