Past Conferences
Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - Friday, October 12, 2018
Sponsors:
Carthage College
Goals:
With a new president of the College and a new board chair, the Trustees will spend time reviewing, reconsidering, and rethinking their individual roles as Trustees, and their collective role as the governing board.
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 - Friday, September 28, 2018
Sponsors:
Sand County Foundation, along with the following partners: Natural Resources Conservation Service, Noble Research Institute, Farm Foundation
Goals:
The national advisory team will convene to review and develop further the initial draft report on assessing conservation effects on agricultural lands to improve water quality.
Friday, September 14, 2018
Sponsors:
Downtown Racine Corporation
Goals:
To gain support and increase capacity for Downtown Racine Corporation.
Thursday, September 06, 2018 - Saturday, September 08, 2018
Sponsors:
Forum for Climate Engineering Assessment at American University’s School of International Service
Goals:
This two-day workshop will bring together mid and high-level representatives from a range of domestic environmental NGOs, along with some representatives from social justice and development NGOs and participants representing an international perspective. The meeting is designed to bring participants more fully into the rapidly evolving conversation about proposed carbon removal technologies, including near-term decisions about research and advocacy agendas.
Thursday, August 16, 2018
Sponsors:
United Way of Racine County and Racine Unified School District
Goals:
In 2016, Knapp Elementary School became Racine's first community school. Through a partnership between United Way and Racine Unified School District, this community school model provides students, families and the Knapp Community an integrated focus on academics, health and social services, youth and community development and community engagement to support improved student learning, stronger families and a healthier community.
Knapp is a story of transformation, inside and out. Come learn about how the community school model is leveling the playing field for students and families. Hear about the early successes, challenges and opportunities for improvement as we prepare for an exciting third year.