Sentences with phrase «civic communities make»

The intent is to help urban planners, local leaders and civic communities make more informed decisions.

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«It explores the relationship between new and old, it is a civic and community building, it is a display building, it engages with the difference between man - made and natural, it deals with art and science, and it is certainly about culture.»

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Francis Campbell sees Benedict XVI's message — especially as delivered to a gathering of MPs and leaders of civic society in Westminster Hall, a highlight of the State Visit — as central for today's Catholics, striving to make a positive contribution to national and community life in the 21st century.

First, since human society always employs violence to enforce some set of standards, Christians» whom Christ called to live out a radically different form of community, one in which it is the crucified rather than his judges who is vindicated as God's Word» should simply take up the burden of civic order and abandon the Gospel where prudentially necessary because, you know, someone absolutely has to kill heretics, and so we should make sure the right heretics get killed.

Seeking to revise the village's comprehensive land - use plan, a Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee, made up of 17 business, civic and community leaders, is determining the type of development to slate for vacant areas.

Shedd is governed by the Shedd Aquarium Society, composed of volunteer corporate, civic and community leaders that make up the 55 - member Board of Trustees with the primary responsibility for governance oversight and fiduciary accountability, as outlined in the Society's bylaws.

Israel made further rounds at the FDR Democratic Club, and then with a plethora of civic groups and senior centers all the while meeting one on one with community leaders.

Clergy United for Community Empowerment, a civic made up of some of some of Jamaica's vocal community activists, including Rev. Charles Norris, announced its endorsements for the Sept. 15 DemocraticCommunity Empowerment, a civic made up of some of some of Jamaica's vocal community activists, including Rev. Charles Norris, announced its endorsements for the Sept. 15 Democraticcommunity activists, including Rev. Charles Norris, announced its endorsements for the Sept. 15 Democratic primary.

The Tompkins County Office for the Aging is now accepting nominations of individuals who have made significant contributions to our community through civic engagement and...

«It is wonderful to see that Queens has so many civic - minded residents who are willing to volunteer their time and effort to help make the diverse communities that make up «The World's Borough» better places to live, work and visit,» said Borough President KATZ.

2016: Kurt Godfried — Dr. Gottfried, a recognized leader in the scientific community on missile defense and nuclear terrorism who was among the founders of the Union of Concerned Scientists, was honored for his long and distinguished career as a «civic scientist,» through his advocacy for arms control, human rights, and integrity in the use of science in public policy making.

People who will be productive, but also good family members and neighbors, informed and engaged community members, civic - minded participants in making the immediate world a better place.

Search for civic organizations, societies and religious groups to bring the community into what the students are making in the schools.

This study makes an analysis of the impact of a civic and intercultural education methodology requiring students to analyze the situation of the Roma community at local revel and formulate a public policy proposal related to an issue affecting members of Roma communities.

We need to recommit to the civic mission of our schools and universities, so they help students gain the knowledge and the dispositions that make democracy work — in the acts of ordinary citizens, in how we relate to one another, in how we collaborate, and in how we take responsibility to improve the communities of which we are a part.

They have worked within their schools and across their communities, contributing ideas, making their voices heard, and learning valuable skills for civic participation.

The Educating for Democracy in the Digital Age (EDDA) initiative is seeking to leverage web 2.0 tools and civic education best practices to provide all Oakland Unified School District high school students civic learning opportunities that prepare them to make positive change in their communities.

Mobilize the Community: Reach out to make improved student attendance a broadly owned and widely shared civic priority.

In order to increase public trust in the curriculum, the panel suggested creating an independent public task force «that includes parents, educators, legislators, and business, civic and community leaders» to review Common Core implementation and make public recommendations on an ongoing basis.

There is good reason to believe that a teacher's knowledge of the community and students grows with time, making experienced teachers better educators in the greater civic sense.

A new, high performing school targeted at a «hot spot» of student growth and educational need can make a sizeable difference for not only a community's families and children, but also to the overall economic and civic health of the community.

A new, high - performing school targeted at «hot spots» of student growth and educational need can make a sizeable difference for not only a community's families and children, but also to the long - term economic and civic health of the community.

Students know what makes their communities unique and become more connected and involved through opportunities such as volunteer service, ecological stewardship, and civic engagement.

According to the National Council for the Social Studies (2008), what ties these disciplines together into one domain is their focus on civic competence — on preparing students to be able to use knowledge of one's community and society to interpret data, solve problems, and make decisions in ways that support the goals of democracy.

Thanks to the local community's questions and interest, there was much information shared, along with useful tips from the panelists about civic engagement and making your voice heard to your elected officials.

These efforts involve school districts, colleges and universities, businesses, and civic leaders working together to set regional education goals, to align leaders, resources, and decision - making, and to measure progress — all in pursuit of student success and thriving communities.

EdLeaders should understand the pros / cons of district architecture and should discuss options with employee groups and civic leaders to make the best decision for the community.

Junior Achievement of Wisconsin established the Wisconsin Business Hall of Fame in 1990 to «honor individuals whose business innovations, effective management, and civic involvement made a difference in companies and communities throughout the state.»

In order to increase the understanding by our communities» of animal issues in our region, SEAACA's professional staff makes presentations at community forums, schools, parks, senior centers, community events, city halls civic organizations.

The Games for Change Student Challenge is a game design competition that invites students to make digital games about issues impacting their communities, combining digital storytelling with civic engagement.

«Safdie's office has made a lasting impact on our local and regional architectural and civic community, and this exhibition will be a testament to an impressive body of work.»

Through a current initiative called «The Participation Project,» the Institute works with Los Angeles artists and community organizations to explore issues surrounding art - making and civic participation.

Earth Day Network is vested in ensuring all students have the environmental knowledge and the civic skills to make a difference in their communities and ultimately the world by making environmentally conscious decisions.

Before graduate school, he worked with community - based nonprofits and labor unions in Minnesota to build organizational capacity, drive civic engagement and foster grassroots participation in state budgeting and workplace policy making.

If you wish to make a career in civic administration, then the role of a community development director is one of the career options.

«In healthcare we have a responsibility to care for our patients, and that goes beyond just their medical needs — it encourages us to make a difference through various civic and community service leadership opportunities.»

The program helps to create a sense of community in Detroit by building the underpinning required to make it a success: a strong business, civic and entrepreneurial environment.

Through its research, education, and public outreach programs, the center helps leaders in government, business, and the civic sectors make decisions that effectively address the needs of cities and communities.