Spring Break for Change Day One
March 14, 2012
Day one of BRIDGES Spring Break for Change explored the issue of school foods, and the pros and cons of what’s being served to young people. We spent the majority of the day outside breaking ground on a school garden at Grahamwood Elementary.
Spring Break for Change continues through March 17 and is open to BRIDGES and non-BRIDGES participants in grades 6-12. Visit http://www.bridgesusa.org/springbreak to learn more or email connect@bridgesusa.org. Tell your friends!
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Youth Voice in the School Transition Process (Video)
February 24, 2012
The Transitional Planning Committee held a listening session specifically aimed at increasing the input of the students in the Mid-South.
Youth from Bridge Builders and Facing History and Ourselves partnered together to plan and execute a way for students to have their voices heard.
Thanks to the youth from Memphis Challenge, Youth United Way, Memphis Prep, MIFA COOL, MCS—Student Envoy and the City of Memphis Ambassadors for being a part of change in schools!
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