LSM E-News | December 2024 |
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LSM Enjoys Holiday Warmth with the Vassallo Family |
LSM is grateful to Leadership Council member Linda Vassallo, LMd ’07, husband Chris, and daughter Allison, for opening their lovely home to us for LSM's annual holiday party, December 5th. As always, our fellowship was the best part. Linda's egg nog was pretty compelling, too, though.
Wishing the Vassallo's and all of you a season that is merry and bright! |
LSM's Giving Season Continues through December 31st |
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| Dear LSM Family,
Please remember LSM in your holiday giving this year. Your gifts truly help bring more community-oriented leaders together for the greater good of Southern Maryland.
On Giving Tuesday (December 3rd), YOU raised $1,576, which will support an LSM Nonprofit Scholarship in 2025-2026! Heartfelt thanks to all who contributed.
LSM’s Giving Season continues through December 31. There’s still time to pay forward the LSM experience! Your gifts enable LSM to continue delivering on our mission to connect, educate, and inspire diverse leaders, fostering collaboration to address community needs in Southern Maryland. Thank you for your gifts. You'll get back more life-changing experiences with talented people addressing our community’s needs ... and you'll get a stronger, more vibrant Southern Maryland. |
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Executive Program Examines the Blueprint for Maryland's Future with Teachers and Students |
Calvert High School teacher Olivia White shares her experiences as a new teacher in Southern Maryland. Also pictured, left to right: St. Mary’s Ryken High School Advancement Consultant Amy Cricchi, teacher Deacon Ken Scheiber, senior Nikolos Kyritsopoulos, and senior Emilie Garrabrant; Calvert High School teacher Dr. Nathan Kimbro and sophomore Michael Bowles; and Leonardtown High School senior Liam Earhart.
The Executive Program Class of 2025 met with higher education leaders, teachers, and students on December 5th to discuss implementation of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Act, legislation passed in 2021 to enhance Maryland's public school system. Presenters placed special focus on Pillars 2 and 3, efforts to strengthen pipelines of high-quality teachers and college- and career-ready students. The session was held at the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Prince Frederick Campus.
Whereas early conversations centered mostly on funding and curricula, teachers and students spotlighted the importance, in our fast-paced, busy world, of investing time in strengthening relationships with students to promote their success.
"There is no greater calling, in my opinion, than the (mind and heart) education of our young people," said Dr. Nathan Kimbro, a special education teacher at Calvert High School in Prince Frederick. "We are at a critical time where the landscape of public education is changing rapidly, and the needs of young people are growing exponentially. It will take entire community engagements to address all of the needs of our young people and our educators."
"Honestly, I was not initially excited about a full-day session on education," said Stephanie St. Peter, Director of Talent Acquisition at ASEC, a defense contractor in Lexington Park. "I knew I’d gain some insights, but my kids are out of the local school system now, and education isn’t as much of a hot button of mine. Fast forward ... I left the session with a fresh perspective on education as a whole and a deepened appreciation for the teachers and administrators who work tirelessly to provide our local children with the best possible education."
Heartfelt thanks to Program Advocate Karen Smith Hupp, LSM '15, for designing another excellent Education Session. |
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Know a Game-Changing Professional? Nominate them for the Executive Program! |
A word from LSM Board President and Recruitment Committee Co-Chair
Phil Fickes, LSM ‘20 |
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Official Best Class Ever for 2024, the Executive Program Class of 2023 |
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Join the LSM Alumni Association! |
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Thursday, January 16: Executive Program After-Hours Social. 5:00-6:30pm. Social Coffee House and Cocktail Bar, 41655 Fenwick St, Leonardtown, MD 20650. LSM alumni, please come and enjoy!
Friday, January 17: LEAP After-Hours Social. 4:30-6:00pm. The 19th Hole, Chesapeake Hills Golf Course, 1352 H G Trueman Rd, Lusby, MD 20657. LSM alumni, come meet the LEAP Class of 2025!
SAVE THE DATE! Wednesday, February 26: Southern Maryland Multigenerational Workforce Forum. 8:30am-12pm. University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland, 44219 Airport Road, California, MD. Part of the 2024-2025 LSM Lecture Series. More details to come. Learn more.
Be sure to follow LSM's social media for updates! |
LSMAA Member Events & Notices |
Tuesday, January 21: St. Mary’s Young Professionals' (SMYP's) first event of 2025 will be at The Port of Leonardtown Winery. 5:00pm -7:00pm. 23190 Newtowne Neck Road, Leonardtown MD. Come enjoy some delicious local wine with other young professionals. Wine will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle and light food will be provided. Register HERE .
Applications are now open for TPP Pathways Scholarship – The scholarship will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan on attending the College of Southern Maryland (CSM) and majoring in engineering will be eligible to receive a full scholarship to cover tuition, fees, and books for up to two years, providing they continue to meet the eligibility requirements and remain in good standing. For Scholarship Eligibility Requirements and to apply:
https://csmd.academicworks.com/opportunities/3953
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 31, 2025
Contact information regarding this scholarship: CSM Foundation at 301-934-7599 or [email protected]
Thursday, March 13: The 3rd Annual Spark! Student Career Awareness Fair at the USMSM SMART Building. 8:00am-2:00pm. An interactive, hands-on experience for high school students from the tri-county area to explore future career opportunities at NAWCAD and elsewhere. This is not a job fair – we are seeking companies that can offer engaging, booths where students can actively participate, and learn about the educational and career pathways required to enter different fields. The Deadline to register for a table is January 15, 2025. To register your company for a table, please use the link: SPARK! 2025 Table Registration
SAVE THE DATE! Wednesday, March 26: The Patuxent Partnership's 3rd Annual Defense Summit
Saturday, March 29: St. Mary's Community Mediation's "Looking for Trouble" 5K & Dance-A-Thon. Registration: 8:00am. Race: 9:00am. Three Notch Trail at Northern Senior Center, 29655 Charlotte Hall Rd Charlotte Hall, MD 20624. Register by March 1st for a chance to win a prize. Information and registration: https://www.communitymediationsmc.org/lft-5k.html
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