How can you get more involved in your child’s education? In what ways can schools and the community work together to provide resources to young people and their families? Boys & Girls Harbor is hosting its inaugural educational panel to discuss these and other topics on Thursday, October 18, at 6 PM.
Boys & Girls Harbor’s Education Partners: Parents, Schools, and the Community will have an impressive roster of panelists including seasoned educators, New York City politicians, representatives from community-based organizations, and parents. This year’s panel will be moderated by Harbor Executive Director Dr. Thomas Howard and will address critical issues and challenges facing today’s parents. Panelists include: Margaret Harrington, Ed.D., education consultant and Harbor Board member; Paula Martin, Executive Director of Harlem Center for Education; Jeanne Mullgrav, Commissioner of the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD); Kelly Smith, Harbor parent; and Lew Smith, Founder and Director of the National Principals Leadership Institute
Light refreshments will be served. Don’t miss your opportunity to be a part of this important conversation!
WHO: Boys & Girls Harbor
WHAT: Education Partners: Parents, Schools, and the Community Panel
WHEN: Thursday, October 18 at 6 PM
WHERE: The Heckscher building, 1 East 104th Street
RSVP to news@theharbor.org for guaranteed seating. Walk-ins are welcome!
