We're pleased to announce a unique and free two-week summer learning experience in partnership with Oakland Schools.
Oakland Youth Innovation Lab is available to Lamphere students who will be in grades 6-12 in the 2021/2022 school year.
Oakland Youth Innovation Lab begins as students grapple with the question:
How can we amplify our voices to build a more just community?
-
In July, the Oakland Youth Innovation Lab community will come together for a two-week intensive learning experience that is relationship-rich and infused with choice, self-direction, relevance, and joy.
-
Students will meet daily in advisory groups where they create a network of support, discuss ways to actualize their passions, and engage in service learning.
-
Students will participate in master classes in a variety of subjects, such as graphic design, robotics, poetry, portrait photography, and journalism, which will be co-taught by teachers and experts from the community. Over the course of two weeks, each student (working individually or in a small group) will develop and launch a passion project (perhaps a new charity or business?).
-
Students will engage with academic seminars that support the development of student projects and will center on skills needed for the projects (public speaking, writing, statistics, etc.).
-
The two-week Design Lab will culminate in a community exhibition where students share their passion projects with the school and local community.
Additional Information:
Oakland Youth Innovation Lab flyer
Oakland Youth Innovation Lab FAQs
Interested students should apply, as soon as possible, here >>> Oakland Schools Innovation Lab Student Application