Staff Only Leap 2020

Staff Only Leap 2020

Staff Only Leap 2020

Staff Only Leap 2020

L eadership, E ducation & A thletics in P artnership Swimming Lessons Next Registration Period: December 16th, 2024 Next Session START Date: January 8th, 2025 Next Session END Date: February 10th, 2025 Please Note: Classes will not be held on January 20th, 2025. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER LEAP provides swim lessons for a fee for children and adults who want to learn to swim or who already know the basics but want to improve their skills. what who LEAP provides classes for babies ages 6 months to 2 years, children ages 5 to 12, teens ages 13 to 17, and adults 18 and up. All participants may take swim classes whether they are in LEAP's regular programs or not. Classes start every 5 weeks and run for 5 weeks. Each class is 45 minutes long, and participants meet twice a week. Kids' classes run Mondays & Wednesdays from 5-5:45 pm and 6-6:45 pm. Adult classes run Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5-5:45 pm and 6-6:45 pm. Classes occur at the LEAP Office at 31 Jefferson Street, New Haven. when & where lifeguard classes Interested in becoming a lifeguard? Sign up for our classes! Participants will learn and earn the Red Cross Lifeguard Certification. CLASS SCHEDULE TBA Cost The five-week program (10 total classes) costs $45.00 per baby, $80.00 per child, and $100.00 per adult and must be paid in advance. You must pay online; discounts are not given if you miss a class. Please note that a 5% handling fee will be added during checkout. SIGN UP FOR CLASSES HERE! Thank you to our Aquatics Program grantors! LEAP is a proud grantee of USA Swimming Foundation's Learn to Swim program. C lick on their logo to learn more.

Programa de Verano Para Niños Que El programa de verano de LEAP incluye alfabetización, athleticos, artes, ciencias de la computación, cocina,y jardinería. Los niños también realizan excursiones alrededor de New Haven y viajes de campamento. Todos los programas son supervisados por un coordinador experimentado con pares de consejeros entrenados provenientes de colegios locales y escuelas secundarias. El programa de verano de LEAP es gratuito para los participantes. Quien El programa de verano para niños de LEAP está disponible para niños de 7 a 12 años que viven en uno de nuestros siete vecindarios (lo que importa es donde vive el niño, no donde él o ella va a la escuela): Dixwell Newhallville Fair Haven North Fair Haven South Hill South Dwight-Kensington (including West River) Quinnipiac Meadows cuándo y dónde El programa opera de lunes a jueves de 8:30 am - 4 pm, viernes de 8:30 am - 1 pm. LEAP opera en siete barrios en estas escuelas locales: Fair Haven School Troupe School Clinton Avenue School King-Robinson Magnet School Roberto Clemente Elementary School Q House (and Wexler-Grant) Ross Woodward Formulario de Aplicación * La aplicación no se guarda automáticamente; Si actualiza o abandona esta página, se perderá cualquier información ingresada. * Para completar la aplicación en español, cambie el botón de traducción a español en la parte superior derecha del formulario a continuación.

College Application Process Building a College List Presentation View These slides are from a presentation focused on how to develop a list of colleges and universities that reflect your interests and goals. Building a College List Resources Handout View This handout follows up on many of the topics covered in the "Building a College List" presentation. College Planning Worksheet View This spreadsheet that accompanies the "Building a College List" materials will help you organize all your research on colleges and universities before you start the application process. Community College and Technical School Presentation View This presentation covers the basic information that high school students should know about community colleges and technical schools as they consider these post-secondary options. Common App and Coalition App Walkthrough Presentation View The Common Application and the Coalition for College are two major college application websites that students use to get into several colleges around the country. This presentation walks you through these application sites and provides some tips on how to successfully complete them. LEAP Additional Information Section for the Common App View The Common Application has an "Additional Information" section where applicants can provide more details on anything not mentioned in other parts of their application. If you have worked at LEAP, this basic description of LEAP will be helpful if you want to explain to your application readers what LEAP is and the work that you do as an organization. Feel free to copy-and-paste this and add additional information about your LEAP experience when using it in your Common App. College Essay Writing Handouts View We know that LEAPers have great stories and experiences to showcase in their college applications. That is why this handout was created to help guide you through how to write a strong and effective college essay.

Sponsor Ticket Registry Read the list of dinner options below, or you may download the list of dinners by clicking on the PDF button to the right (or below). Once you know your top three dinner choices, complete the form (to the right or below based on your screen) to register for LEAP Year Event and reserve your tickets for dinner/reception or just the reception (depending on your sponsorship level). Please note, the deadline for dinner reservations is February 17th, but dinners fill quickly so please reserve tickets early. The first 29 dinners occur on Thursday, February 27. Dinners 30, 31, 32 and 33 occur on Saturday, February 29. Thursday, February 27, 2020 Dinners 1. Changing Minds About Climate Change [Closed, Sold Out] Join a lively conversation about the changing climate with Anthony Leiserowitz, Director of the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication, who studies public opinion on issues of the environment. Host of Climate Connections , a daily national radio program and podcast, Leiserowitz will share his research about American and international public opinion on global warming and our willingness to make individual behavioral changes. Hosted by Shelley & Gordon Geballe, Branford 2. Lyrical Journey [Closed, Sold Out] You’ll be inspired by the creator of the one-woman show, “From the Hood to the Ivy League,” Dr. Tiffany Renée Jackson. She will share her journey from New Haven’s Church Street South Housing Project to her flourishing career as a classical and jazz singer and her work to encourage young people to use their musical gifts to break the chains of systemic poverty. Hosted by Barbara Goren & David Rosen, New Haven 3. Food Revolution [Closed, Sold Out] Dine with internationally renowned Chef Bun Lai who started a food revolution at New Haven’s Miya’s Sushi. Credited as the first chef in the world to use invasive species as sushi, Lai will introduce you to his unique menu and his philosophy which aims to protect ecological habitats by incorporating new types of plants and fish into his delicious meals. Hosted by Bun Lai & Miya’s Sushi, New Haven 4. Post 2020: Voting Rights and the Supreme Court [Closed, Sold Out] Break bread with Emily Bazelon, New York Times Magazine staff writer, Truman Capote Fellow for Creative Writing and Law at Yale Law School, and co-host of the Slate Political Gabfest. A sought-after expert on the intersection of the courts and elections, Bazelon will discuss the impact of the upcoming election on voting rights and on the Supreme Court. Hosted by David & Lely Evans at Yale’s Berkeley College, New Haven 5. Artists Lead Change [Closed, Sold Out] Join internationally known jewelry designer Wendy Black-Nasta, Founder/Director of Artists for World Peace (AFWP), a non-profit based out of Middletown that has now made a difference in 25 countries on five continents. From building a Tanzanian village’s first health center to creating the children in need, AFWP is building artistic bridges across continents. Hosted by Debbie Freedman & Ben Ledbetter, Hamden 6. Warning Signs [Closed, Sold Out] Timothy Snyder, Yale’s Richard C. Levin Professor of History, will consider the question “How democratic can America be?” A recognized and frequently cited expert on current global events, Snyder’s most recent book is The Road to Unfreedom: Russia, Europe, America. Writing with bracing immediacy about our new political order, Snyder has been widely quoted about the ongoing political demonstrations in Hong Kong and about other issues worldwide. Hosted by Julie Wilson & Thomas Ruggieri, New Haven 7. Parenting by the Numbers [Closed, Sold Out] As new parents (and grandparents) struggle with contradictory advice, Brown University Economics Professor Emily Oster comes to the rescue with evidence-based decision-making for pregnancy and early parenting. Oster, best-selling author of Cribsheet and Expecting Better, will share tips and pitfalls of parenting from birth to preschool. Hosted by Christine Kim & Douglas Kysar, New Haven 8. Art and Power [Closed, Sold Out] You’ll enjoy a colorful conversation with local columnist and author Lary Bloom. He will share insights from his recent book, Sol LeWitt: A Life of Ideas, and engage in a discussion about how LeWitt, a Chester native and key figure in minimalism and conceptualism, leveraged his standing in contemporary art to support the rights of women and work against institutional bullies. Hosted by Meghan & George Knight, New Haven 9. Tariffs and Trade Wars [Closed, Sold Out] Spend a fascinating evening with Yale International Economics Professor Peter K. Schott, an expert on the impact of globalization on countries, firms, and workers. His research sheds light on tariffs and trade wars, specifically between the U.S. and China, to help us understand the changing global economy. Hosted by Priscilla & Robert Dannies, New Haven 10. Shared Music [Closed, Sold Out] Join an evening of song with tenor and Yale music scholar Paul Berry who will discuss the connections between what we now call classical music and the songs we hear today. Berry will perform several of Schubert’s greatest works to illustrate the shared experience for listeners and performers alike. Hosted by A. Douglas Stone & Mary Haselkamp, North Haven 11. Amazon Adventure [Closed, Sold Out] Learn about the battle for the Amazon from Scott Wallace, National Geographic photojournalist, adventurer, and University of Connecticut journalism professor. His most recent assignment sent him to Brazil to document the loss of environmental protections under Brazilian President Bolsonaro, evident in the wildfires and deforestation and the devastating impact these are having on vanishing indigenous populations. Hosted by Hosted by JoAnn & Tony Scillia, Branford 12. Yale Art Galleries: Behind the Scenes [Closed, Sold Out] Join a special private tour of the Modern and Contemporary galleries of the Yale Art Gallery led by Stephanie Wiles, the Gallery’s Director, and Keely Orgeman, the new Knox Associate Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art. Together they will describe behind-the-scenes stories and changes to expect in the coming year in these galleries. Hosted by Union League Café and Alison Bonds & Larry Levine, New Haven 13. A Man for All Seasons [Closed, Sold Out] Welcome back former LEAP Counselor and current California State Assemblymember Rob Bonta, who will discuss the California Green New Deal, legislation he has proposed to accelerate efforts to combat climate change and ensure that equity animates a new clean energy economy. Hosted by Roz & Jerry Meyer, Guilford 14. The Genius of Genes [Closed, Sold Out] What if your genes could determine the cure for a disease you face? Consider this question with Dr. Michael Murray, Professor of Genetics and Director for Clinical Operations at the Yale Center for Genomic Health. He leads the research that seeks to enroll 100,000 volunteers in the “Generations Project,” linking genomic data with electronic health data to keep people healthy and provide better care. Hosted by Paulette & Lawrence Fox, Woodbridge 15. Making It? Maybe Not [Closed, Sold Out] Take a fresh look at the promise of American meritocracy with Daniel Markovits, Yale Law School’s Guido Calabresi Professor of Law. His recent book, The Meritocracy Trap , is a rethinking of what has been considered a hedge against inequality. He argues that our meritocracy has not worked for the successful any more than it has helped those on the bottom of the ladder. Hosted by Debra & Ron Nudel, Woodbridge 16. The Architect, the Pianist, and the Telescope [Closed, Sold Out] Don’t miss a one-of-a-kind evening with Nathaniel Kahn, renowned for his Academy Award-nominated documentary films, My Architect which charts his journey to understand his largely-absent father, Louis Kahn, famous architect of Yale’s University Art Gallery and Center for British Art, and Two Hands about the celebrated pianist Leon Fleisher. His Telescope on the Discovery Channel was watched by a record-breaking 5 million viewers views over its first weekend. Hosted by Sue McDonald & Corey Stone, Hamden 17. Brewing Goodwill [Closed, Sold Out] Meet Abdul-Rehman Malik, an award-winning journalist, educator, and organizer now at Yale Divinity School. He has worked in ten countries for the UK based non-profit initiative “Radical Middle Way” seeking to connect young Muslims around the world with their spiritual and cultural identity. With his interest in cutting-edge artistic production, he made the BBC documentary, “The Muhammadan Bean: The Secret History of Islam and Coffee,” a work sure to unite coffee lovers across cultures. Hosted by Zehra & Huned Patwa, Hamden 18. Drug Deals [Closed, Sold Out] Join Dr. Anthony Ryan Hatch, author of the recent Silent Cells: The Secret Drugging of Captive America, in a discussion about the pervasive and complex ways in which psychotropic drugs are used in the U.S. prison industrial complex and other institutions including foster homes, military and immigrant detention centers, and nursing homes. As an Associate Professor of Science in Society at Wesleyan University, Hatch also studies how medicine and technology impact social inequalities in health. Hosted by Alice & Jim Hadler, New Haven 19. The Bees’ Needs [Closed, Sold Out] You’ll have a sweet evening with master beekeeper Bill Hesbach, owner of Wing Dance Apiary in Cheshire, who speaks and writes about beekeeping and what we must do to save bees from the dire environmental threats they face. Hesbach is an active member of the Connecticut Queen Breeders Cooperative as well as the Connecticut Backyard Beekeepers Organization. Hosted by Hart Caparulo, Orange 20. Making History Matter [Closed, Sold Out] Spend an evening with award-winning screenwriter and Columbia professor, Trey Ellis, with film credits including Peabody Award-winning Tuskegee Airmen, Emmy-awarding winning HBO documentary King of the Wilderness, and teleplay Good Fences. Ellis also won the American Book Award for Right Here, Right Now. Published widely, his most influential essay is “The New Black Aesthetic.” Ellis will share experiences creating works about history. Hosted by by Kai Bynum, New Haven 21. From Discoveries to Treatment [Closed, Sold Out] University scientists make many exciting new discoveries every year. Yet, translating those discoveries into treatments that help patients remains a challenge. Hear Craig Crews, Professor of Chemistry and Pharmacology at Yale, discuss the exciting connections between academic research and drug and treatment applications at his pioneering biotech venture, Arvinas, Inc., located in New Haven’s Science Park. Hosted by David Newton at September in Bangkok, New Haven 22. British Art: An Insider’s View [Closed, Sold Out] Who better to discuss recent and upcoming exhibitions at the Yale Center for British Art than the new director, Courtney J. Martin? She has taught at Brown, Vanderbilt, and Berkeley, curated exhibits in the U.S., Britain, and Denmark, and written extensively, receiving both an Andy Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant and the 2016 Historians of British Art Book Award. Hosted by Andrea & Jeremy Asnes at Mory’s, New Haven 23. A Brief on Brexit [Closed, Sold Out] Learn from David Cameron, Director of the MacMillan Center’s Program in European Union Studies, what Brexit means for the European Union and Britain. Cameron as written about the impact of trade openness on government, Brexit and numerous topics related to the EU, including the crisis in Ukraine. Hosted by Cynthia & Matt Haiken, New Haven 24. Photographing America [Closed, Sold Out] Photographer David Ottenstein will take you on his journey to capture the American West and Midwest over thirteen years documenting the vanishing landscape of the family farm and the rich history and culture that accompanied it. He’ll explain what moves him to take the remarkable photographs found in his recent book, IOWA: Echoes of a Vanishing Landscape. Hosted by Gisela & Richard Goldstein, Milford 25. Momentous Turnaround [Closed, Sold Out] Join William Outlaw III and author Charles Barber as they share the dramatic story of William Outlaw’s journey from growing up in New Haven public housing to gang leader and from incarceration to change-making New Haven community advocate. Citizen Outlaw presents a vital next chapter in the ongoing conversation about race and social justice in America. Hosted by Marcy Stovall & James Farnam, New Haven 26. History in the Making [Closed, Sold Out] Inspired by Obama’s inaugural address to “reaffirm our enduring spirit,” Yale historian Matthew Frye Jacobson speaks of his recent project to capture “sweeping historical forces at the street level.” Professor of History, American Studies and African-American Studies at Yale, Jacobson teaches courses on race, immigration and migration, and popular culture. He has written seven books and has won an award for a documentary film on baseball’s desegregation. Hosted by Nancy & Rick Antle, New Haven 27. Creating Cuisine [Closed, Sold Out] Learn how to cook a delectable meal at a cooking class with Betty Ann Donegan, an instructor with over 40 years of experience. Donegan, a former chemistry teacher at Southern Connecticut State University, will cook the meal, cooking-show style, explaining and answering questions as she goes, and then you will enjoy the delicious dishes, paired with a very special bottle of wine. Hosted by Betty Ann Donegan, Branford 28. Incubator [Closed, Sold Out] Be part of an artful evening with Nico Wheadon, executive director of NXTHVN who relocated to New Haven from the Studio Museum in Harlem, to learn about this multi-disciplinary arts incubator where artists and curators converge to make art, exchange ideas and extend their networks. Housed in a former manufacturing plant in the Dixwell community, NXTHVN’s mission is to attract and support talent within and beyond New Haven. Hosted by Christina & Jason Price, New Haven 29. Hot off the Press [Closed, Sold Out] Join a wildcard discussion on recent politics with Ross Douthat, New York Times Op-Ed columnist, co-host of the Times Op-Ed podcast “The Argument,” and National Review film critic. Flowing from his twice-weekly column for The New York Times , he is ready to talk about anything political that is currently in the air. Hosted by Anne Higonnet & John Geanakoplos, Guilford Saturday Dinners, February 29, 2020, at 7:00 PM 30. Wind Song [Closed, Sold Out] For over 15 years, woodwind quintet Elm City Winds has been delighting local audiences with light favorites as well as serious classical music. The quintet features artists from a range of other occupations who come together in the name of music and the social good. In addition to a lovely dinner, enjoy the sonorities of this classic ensemble. The program features music from song and dance written originally or later arranged for woodwind quintet. Enjoy the journey from Handel to Brahms to the Beatles! Hosted by Francine Farkas Sears, Guilford 31. Poetry After Prison [Closed, Sold Out] Acclaimed poet, author, lawyer, and scholar, Reginald Dwayne Betts will read from and discuss his most recent book of poetry, Felon. Reflecting on his work in public defense, his years of advocacy, and his own experiences as a teenager in maximum security prisons, he will address a central issue of this generation: incarceration and its lasting impact on families and communities. Hosted by Miriam Gohara & Marcus McFerren, Woodbridge 32. Interdisciplinary [Closed, Sold Out] Spend a fascinating evening with Bill Poorvu, an entrepreneur and educator who is considered a guru in the world of real estate and investing. Partnering with his wife Lia, he is also a philanthropist committed to supporting excellence in education through innovative, interdisciplinary teaching, reflected in the mission of Yale’s new Poorvu Center for Teaching and Learning. Bill will share his experiences as a value investor at Baupost, a real estate professor at HBS, and his and Lia’s impactful philanthropy. Hosted by Hosted by Ellen Shuman & Douglas Rae, New Haven 33. His Bondage and His Freedom [Closed, Sold Out] Take a seat with David Blight, Yale Sterling Professor of History, African American Studies, and American Studies and winner of the 2019 Pulitzer Prize in history for Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom, who will explain how Douglass escaped slavery, became the greatest orator of his day, and challenged America to confront racism. Join in the discussion about how this American altered our history forever. Hosted by Cynthia Farrar & Paul Kennedy, New Haven

Welcome to the 29th Annual LEAP Year Event https://www.pledge.to/AuctionLYE23 Text LYE23 to 707070 LEAP Year Event Virtual Reception Thursday, Feb. 23 , 2023 | Virtual Reception Begins 5:30 pm EST We are so glad you are joining us! If circumstances change and you are no longer able to attend your c onversation, please let us know as soon as possible notifying us at rsvp@leapforkids.org or call Alison Bonds at 203-767-7413 . Thursday Virtual Conversations Commencing after reception at 6:30pm EST This section is for ticket holders for conversations on Zoom (not in-person dinner parties). To find the password for your zoom link, look for the email LEAP sent you on Tuesday, February 21st! [ Search for the subject line: " How to Join Your 2023 LEAP Year Event Dinner Conversation # " in your inbox ] #20: Comfort Food with Jennifer Clair, Home Cooking NY Hosted by Maureen Weaver & Rob Leighton Click to Join #21: Warming Up...For the Fight with Bill McKibben & Mary Evelyn Tucker Hosted by Sue McDonald & Corey Stone Click to Join with Emily Bazelon and Ross Douthat Hosted by Allie Perry & Charlie Pillsbury #22: A Matter of Civility Click to Join #23: The Big Picture with Shana C. Waterman and Frank Chi Hosted by Erin Davis & Clifton Watson Click to J oin #5: Talk of the Town *this conversation starts at 7pm* with Michelle Wilde Anderson Hosted by Kasia Lipska & Jake Halpern *Note: This is primarily an in-person dinner with the Guest of Honor on Zoom & opportunity for 10 additional guests to join on Zoom Click to Join

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Curriculum and Resources for Teaching Children and Teens about Anti-Racism and Social Movements Reflecting on George Floyd’s Death and Police Violence Towards Black Americans (Facing History and Ourselves) This guide from Facing History and Ourselves offers specific tips, materials and conversation starters for you and your students regarding George Floyd’s death and recent protests in response to it. This is an important resource, especially for educators and leaders who have not engaged in these conversations with students in the past. For more teaching guides, resources and advice on discussing the difficult history of racism to students, check out Facing History and Ourselves and their array of materials and events. The 1619 Project Curriculum “The 1619 Project, inaugurated with a special issue of The New York Times Magazine, challenges us to reframe U.S. history by marking the year when the first enslaved Africans arrived on Virginia soil as our nation's foundational date. Here you will find reading guides, activities, and other resources to bring The 1619 Project into your classroom.” Teaching About Race, Racism and Police Violence (Teaching Tolerance) This is a collection of educational materials, lesson plans and multimedia resources for educators to use when teaching their students on the broader and interconnected topics of race, racism and police violence. For more lesson plans and discussion guides on these topics, check out Teaching Tolerance ’s website, as well as the work done by the larger organization they are a part of, the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) . Talking About Race Web Portal (National Museum of African American History and Culture) “The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture today launched Talking About Race, a new online portal designed to help individuals, families, and communities talk about racism, racial identity and the way these forces shape every aspect of society, from the economy and politics to the broader American culture. The online portal provides digital tools, online exercises, video instructions, scholarly articles and more than 100 multi-media resources tailored for educators, parents and caregivers—and individuals committed to racial equality.” Educator’s Guide for Reading Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Dr. Ibram X. Kendi “This guide suggests a month-long approach to reading and discussing Stamped with middle-school and high-school readers in English, English Language Arts, Social Stud-ies, History, and Humanities classrooms.”