On December 5, the Class of 2020 experienced Education in Southern Maryland.  The day began at North Point High School where class members were able to tour the school, hear from classroom instructors, and watch students in action in a variety of courses including engineering, collision repair, construction design and management, and cosmetology.

The group then participated in senior portfolio interviews at La Plata High School followed by a trip to St. Charles High School where they took part in a professional development training demonstration.  The superintendents from all three Southern Maryland counties were on-hand for a panel discussion and Q&A followed by a conversation with representatives from area colleges about workforce readiness.

The Class of 2020 finished their day with a demonstration of Science on a Sphere and a planetarium show at the James E. Richmond Science Center.

LSM has had a productive, fun-filled, busy year.  Here's a look back at some of the highlights of 2019.

• 36 Southern Maryland leaders graduated from the Executive Program in May
• Executive Program class members completed service projects for 7 local nonprofits
• Teen Leadership Academy took 20 teens through a week-long, experiential program highlighting public safety in the region
• Alumni gathered together at several social opportunities including After Hours Socials, the LSM Barn Bash, and Homecoming
• The Class of 2020 started its Executive Program journey in September
• LSM selected the participants for its new Emerging Leaders Program, LEAP, which will kick off in January, 2020

~ In memory of Rich Newberry, LSM Class of 2017 ~

LSM is looking for grads who want to make a difference!  We have open slots on the following committees:

Development, Vice Chair - Time commitment: year-round / Skill set:  fostering relationships, engaging current and prospective sponsors

The Development Committee establishes the charitable contributions goals for the annual budget; devises the annual fund development plan for action by the Board; and recommends results and benchmarks for action by the Board at the June board meeting each year for the following fiscal year.  In addition, the responsibilities of this committee are in assisting board members to promote, solicit, and steward donor gifts of any amount (payable immediately or over multiiple years).

Alumni, Vice Chair - Time commitement: year-round / Skill-set:  event planning

The Alumni Committee is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing events and activities, such as: projects or workgroups addressing regional issues; events of a social and/or networking nature, either by class, county, or open to the entire membership (Homecoming, regional activities, etc.) for alumni; and assist with annual dues solicitation by contacting classmates.  

Recruitment, Vice Chair - Time commitment: December-June (6 months) / Skill set:  fostering relationships

The Recruitment Committee is responsible for identifying, recruiting, interviewing, and selecting a diverse pool of qualified regional applicants, taking into account geographic, professional, gender, and ethnic diversity.  This committee evaluates program applicants, after which a class of up to 40 diverse individuals is selected. In addition, this committee reviews all scholarship/financial aid requests and forwards its recommendations to the Treasurer for review and final approval.

Yearbook - Ad Sales  - Time commitment:  February - June (5 months) / Skill set:  written, oral communication, organization

The ad sales volunteer contacts organizations that have previously advertised with LSM to garner advertising commitments for the yearbook.  He/she also identifies new advertisers and shares the advertising opportunity.  Commitments and ad copy are passed on to LSM office for further coordination.  This role is primarily carried out via email.

Yearbook - Graphic Design - Time commitment:  June-August (3 months) / Skill set:  graphic design, editing

Each year, a grad is asked to design LSM's Annual Yearbook and Directory.  All content is provided and previous years' publications are used to guide the process.  The volunteer will design the layout, input content, execute edits, and provide a printable file.

With over 350 graduates, we know there is a ton of talent in the LSM network.  Click here to contact Denise and find out more! 

LSM's Teen Leadership Academy is taking a break for 2020.  The program is looking for a new chairperson to increase recruitment and ensure the academy remains relevant and beneficial to today's teens.

Naval Systems, Inc.

Naval Systems, Inc. (NSI) was incorporated as a Maryland corporation in January 2004 and began operations on February 1, 2004.  Since its founding, NSI has envisioned an efficient and far-reaching business operation that supports and promotes the mutually-reinforcing, multi-domain aspect of a Navy/Marine Corps team operating jointly with other U.S. forces and with allies around the world to protect and defend American interests and ideals.  NSI is headquartered in Southern Maryland with offices adjacent to naval installations at Patuxent River, Maryland; Norfolk/Virginia Beach, Virginia; Cherry Point, North Carolina; Jacksonville, Florida; China Lake, California; and personnel working at locations throughout the United States and overseas.

Thank you for your Booster level sponsorship!