April 27, 2011: The Halton District School Board is hosting the second annual Student Equity Summit on Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at the Halton Regional Auditorium (1151 Bronte Road) from 9:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m.  The theme is, Creating Connections: Every Voice Counts.

The Board has partnered with Halton Region Chair Gary Carr and Senator Vivienne Poy to bring together high school students, elected officials, community leaders and a powerful group of speakers. This networking symposium allows students – our future leaders – to listen and connect with successful young leaders in their community. This empowers students to realize their potential and their role in the larger society, as they become community leaders within Canada and beyond our borders.

The opening speaker is Chris D’Souza, author and longtime educator. Other speakers include Q107 Radio Host Ryan Parker, Alexiis Stephen of the Halton Multicultural Council, Michel Chikwanine of Free the Children, Halton Region Chair Gary Carr and Oakville MPP Kevin Flynn.



For additional information, contact:
      Jacki Oxley, System Administrator, Community Engagement
      Halton District School Board
      (905) 335-3663, ext. 3208, Toll free: 1 877 618-3456