The problem with this event is the venue. The Baobab Center can fit no more than 25 people comfortably. Bill ----- Original Message ----- From: "Alva Vives" <Alva.Vives@xxxxxxxxxxx> To: "regional school" <regional_school@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Wednesday, March 3, 2010 5:19:08 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: [regional_school] FW: Pros and cons of mayoral control - In-depth discussion with Van White and Gerry Wenzke This just came out from the City School District.....perhaps it may be a venue in which to share collective concerns on the issue.... This event is free for the public on: Monday, March 8, 7:00 pm . Please disseminate to your parent, student and community groups. Thanks Nydia From: Moka Lantum [mailto:moka@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Moka Lantum Sent: Tuesday, March 02, 2010 12:31 AM To: Padilla, Nydia Subject: Pros and cons of mayoral control - In-depth discussion with Van White and Gerry Wenzke The Baobab Cultural Center Newsletter Updates & Events Mark YOUR calendar - a dialogue on Mayoral control of RCSD. Mayoral control is a hot topic. But many do not have the facts needed to objectively evaluate the pros and cons of City hall controlling City Schools. We propose this dialogue featuring two opposing views. Parents are invited as well as their their kids to ensure that the parental and youth voice are part of the debate. Can't wait to see you! MOKA Dialogue on Education in Rochester City School District - Pros and Cons for centralized control under board or mayor RCSD logoMONDAY, March 8 @ 7 PM graduation day Featured presenters: Gerard Wenzke and Van White, Esq. Mr. White and Mr. Wenzke will lead an in-depth dialogue on the pedagogic, economic and political purpose of mayoral control of the RCSD. The speakers will present points and counter points over 15 mins each with a focus on kids and teacher performance, transactional efficiency, and the cost-benefit. The audience will be invited to share perspectives during the 60 min Q&A segment with the speakers. Come prepared to talk on all things hot and salient to urban education. Location - 728 University Ave. Time: 7 PM - 9 PM - RSVP - click here Free and open to the public, suggested donation of $5 requested. No one turned away. van whiteAbout Van White Van is an attorney and maintains a civil law practice focused on medical malpractice, personal injury, and civil and human rights violations. Van was elected to the Rochester City School Board in January 2007 where he serves as Vice President and on numerous committees. White's children have graduated or are enrolled in a District school. Gerry WenzkeAbout Gerard Wenzke Gerry retired as CEO of First Niagara Risk Management in 2008. Gerry serves on the boards of the Lakeside Healthcare System, the Epilepsy Foundation, the Finger Lakes Healthcare 2020 Performance Commission and the Rochester Education and Literacy Commission. Gerry and his wife Caryl reside in Mendon and have three children and one grandchild. This event is sponsored by the New York State Council for the Humanities . Rochester City School District teachers get professional develpment credit - 2 hrs of FUN! Free and open to public. Donations accepted. RSVP - click here Sincerely, Moka Lantum The Baobab Cultural Center Our Sponsors New York State Council on the Arts Visit Our Sponsor Join Our Mailing List NYS Council for the Humanities Visit Our Sponsor Excellus BCBS logo Visit Our Sponsor Harter Secrest Emery Visit Our Sponsor The Community Foundation Visit Our Sponsor Forward email Safe Unsubscribe This email was sent to nydia.padilla@xxxxxxxxxxx by baobab.center@xxxxxxxxx . Update Profile/Email Address | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe ™ | Privacy Policy . Email Marketing by The Baobab Cultural Center | 728 University Ave | Rochester | NY | 14607