| Nature
of Leadership - October 4 & 5 2007 |
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This
is where your networking opportunities and leadership studies begin. This session
will assist you in gaining insight into your own leadership
styles and understanding the group dynamics of this course.
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| Community
Development - November 2, 2007 |
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The
growth of Canton is very fast-paced and challenging; how is
that being managed? This session brings you into the processes
that are in place as well as the challenges that are before
each of us in our growing community. Conducting a mock
Planning Commission meeting and planning a community in a
group setting will continue to enhance your leadership skills.
A bus tour of the community is included in this session.
Guest Speakers have included director of planning commission,
members of the Canton planning department, |
| Business
and Economic Development - December 7, 2007 |
| Economic
development is the key to any successful community. Learn how
Canton promotes economic growth through the community planning
process and visit several local businesses. Through the tours
you will be introduced to some of Canton's business leaders
and learn how these companies impact the community. Guest
speakers have included Tom Yack, Township Supervisor, and prominent Business
developers and owners in the community. |
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| Health
and Human Services - January4, 2008 |
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It
used to be that you had to go to Detroit or Ann Arbor for good
health care, but that is no longer the case. You will explore
how Canton continues to increase its resources on all levels.
This session is designed to take a look at the health and
human services that are available and what is planned for our
growing community. Guest Speakers have included various
Community representatives from the Health facilities
supporting Canton residents |
| Local,
County and State Government - February 1, 2008 |
| In
this session you will meet state, county and local government
officials. You will learn first hand how they work together to
ensure that Canton continues to prosper. You will also gain a
better insight as to what each governmental unit is
responsible for and why it is vital to work together for a
common goal. Guest speakers have included Senator Bruce
Patterson, State Representative Phil LaJoy, State
Representative, John Stewart, Supreme Court Justice Markman |
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| Education
- March 7, 2008 |
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The
Plymouth-Canton Community School District is one of the
largest in the country. This session is designed to give you a
better idea of the vision that will produce tomorrow's
leaders. From elementary School to the campus setting at the
high schools, you will hear from those who have the
responsibility for preparing our youth for the workplace.
Local business, private citizens and the school district are
partners in providing the education for our future leaders.
Guest Speakers have included Jim Ryan, PCEP Schools
Superintendent, and various Principals of the schools we have
visited as well as other educational representatives from
alternative school programs. |
| Public
Safety and the Justice System - April 4, 2008 |
| You
may have moved to Canton or located your business here due to
is low crime rate. You will see first hand why our community
is safe and the steps being taken to ensure that safety
continues through our public safety department and court
system. This session will remind us that leaders in the
community are developed from within Canton's boundaries and
the more informed you are the better leader you become. As a
homework assignment you will ride along with a Canton Police
Officer. Guest Speakers have included John Santamoura, various
Department heads of the Police and Fire Departments. |
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| Challenges
of the Future - May 2, 2008 |
Graduation
- May 6, 2008 |
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As
a leader, how can you use your knowledge to enhance the
ever-changing community where you live and work? Students will
be challenged to think of the effects of future technology,
growth and changing lifestyles on the Canton Community. By
completing this course, the graduate will have the tools
necessary to assist in continuing to enhance the quality of
life in Canton. |
| Team
Projects |
| Program
participants will be given a group project that will
positively impact the community. This yearlong project will
provide students with the opportunity to experience group
dynamics as well as a better understanding of how to put plans
into action. The project will be assigned at the first session
of Leadership Canton and students will be responsible for
working on them outside of class for presentation at
graduation, May 6th, 2008 |