Over the course of the summer, AASCE partnered with Maryland Leadership Workshops (MLW), and Anne Arundel Community College to build on students’ learning during the school year through various summer opportunities.
Maryland Leadership Workshops
Leadership Maryland and AASCE sponsored 87 middle and high school students to attend Maryland Leadership Workshops (MLW). Students participated in a weeklong, overnight leadership training and immersion experience held at Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland, on the Eastern Shore.
Workshop Topics Included:
Leadership Styles
Self-Awareness and Identity
Group Dynamics
Diversity
Communication Skills
Public Speaking
Ethical Decision Making
Advocacy
Leadership, Power, and Privilege
Project Management
Conflict Management
Creative Problem Solving
Middle School Experience in Leadership
Students learned how to advocate and create the changes they want to see in the world, viewing themselves as a leader.
“I learned that you don’t have to be visible to be a leader and I learned that there are many different ways to lead.”
– MLW Participant
Senior High Workshops
Students started using their power and influence to improve themselves, their communities, and their schools. They became more comfortable building connections and friendships with their peers.
“During my time here at MLW I learned valuable skills on how to approach group projects and problems and ways to incorporate every different mindset and skills that everyone has.”
– MLW Participant
Advanced Leadership Seminar
Students who had previously attended the Senior High Workshops were encouraged to attend the Advanced Leadership Seminar. They were taught strategies on how to share their story with others and weigh the risks when making decisions.
“I really got a chance to learn about what I am capable of. And even though I was mostly quiet in group work my ideas were still heard.”
– MLW Participant
Anne Arundel Community College Kids in College Camps
AASCE sponsored six different Kids in College (KIC) camps at AACC for middle school students over five weeks. Each summer camp opportunity was a weeklong and took place on AACC’s Arnold campus.
Advanced Robotics
Students programmed a robot to overcome daily class challenges using visual and text-based programming, observing first-hand how their program translated into action as they attempted to control their robot sensors and maneuver around obstacles.
Beats and Jams: Digital Music Creator
Students designed their own beats or remixed a mashup of their favorite songs to become a digital composer and sound engineer. Students learned to produce digital music, record sound, make sound effects, and mix their own tracks.
Entrepreneurship Boot Camp
Students explored entrepreneurship through activities that took them through the process of starting their own business. They learned business skills, pitched their business concepts, and discovered ways to turn their creative ideas into money.
Kids in the Kitchen
Students learned and prepared new dishes every day, based on Cuisine Themes, like American, Mexican, Asian, Italian, and Desserts. They learned culinary vocabulary and techniques as well as food and kitchen safety, food presentation, and the best way to serve food.
Skilled Trades
Students discovered the many options the world of skilled trades offers. They received firsthand experience in carpentry, electrical, and HVAC, along with taking an in-depth look at possible degrees and career opportunities.
YouTube Content Creators
Students explored the variety of content and personalities on YouTube and how to find their own niche, on-camera presence, and branding. Students learned the Dos and Don’ts of the platform and how to practice good digital citizenship.
Download the 2024 Summer Report.