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Student Life Board Advisory Update: Oct. 15, 2024

Oct. 15, 2024

The Lindbergh Schools Student Life Board Advisory Committee held its second meeting of the year on Oct. 10, 2024. Committee Chair Dr. Jill Lawson, executive director of assessment and student services, led the meeting which focused on the Diploma Plus program that Lindbergh High School offers.

Dr. Eric Cochran, principal at LHS, presented about the Diploma Plus program to to the group. Lindbergh Schools is dedicated to providing students with more than just a high school diploma. As part of Lindbergh’s Diploma Plus program, these opportunities provide students with skills that will help set them up for success after graduation. The goal is for students to graduate with a degree and something more, to help with their career path. These opportunities include college credit, certifications, community service, and other opportunites.

For the remainder of the meeting, members discussed possible topics for exploration in 2024-25, including: Mental Health/SEL, Career Exploration and Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom.

The Student Life Advisory Committee provides feedback and recommendations to the Board of Education on topics related to student life and success within Lindbergh Schools. Topics for analysis and feedback include social emotional learning, student safety and wellness, and extracurricular activities. This committee is chaired by Chief Academic Officer Dr. Tara Sparks and Executive Director of Assessment and Student Services Dr. Jill Lawson.

The Student Life Advisory Committee will meet again on  Nov. 14.