About this Event
Join us for an evening of dinner, dialogue, and community visioning as we explore how Baton Rouge can better connect education to workforce opportunities for young people and families.
📅 Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 | ⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM | 📍Westdale Middle School |🍴 *Dinner and childcare provided* | Registration highly suggested!
What to Expect:
Panel Discussion – Hear insights from local leaders in education, workforce development, and higher education, including:
Dr. Yolanda Burnett-Lankford from the City of Baton Rouge
Chancellor Dr. Willie E. Smith from Baton Rouge Community College
Rhonda Irwin-Ikechukwu from the Baton Rouge Youth Coalition
Tramelle Howard from the Education Trust
Carla Powell-Lewis and Dadrius Lanus from the East Baton Rouge School Board - Districts 2 and 3
Theo Richard from the Capital Area Transit System.
Small Group Breakouts – Dive into focused conversations on career-connected learning, nontraditional pathways, and systemic barriers.
Community Share – A “Pass the Mic” session where participants bring their perspectives and ideas back to the whole group.
*Dinner and Childcare - Dinner will be provided, and childcare will be available for children ages 2-12. Children must be potty-trained.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Westdale Middle School, 5650 Claycut Road, Baton Rouge, United States
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