University hosting Leadership Charlotte Education Day

Participants in Leadership Charlotte were on campus Thursday, Oct. 15, as part of the program’s Education Day to explore the history, current landscape and outlook of education for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS).

The current Leadership Charlotte class will examine challenges related to the educational opportunities for all students and ponder possible solutions. The day also will include a tour of Charlotte Engineering Early College High School, a presentation by CMS Superintendent Ann Clark and an interactive panel with four CMS Board of Education members.

Founded in 1978, Leadership Charlotte is focused on building Charlotte community leaders through inclusive leadership development. The mission of Leadership Charlotte is to develop and enhance volunteer community leadership by providing a diverse group of emerging and existing leaders with the opportunity to increase their community knowledge, civic network and service to the community.

Since 2000, 16 UNC Charlotte employees have participated in Leadership Charlotte. This year’s class has 55 participants representing a number of businesses and organizations, and graduates of Leadership Charlotte total more than 1,000 since its inception.