Leadership Fresno Sample Calendar

Class Orientation                               August 2, 2007

Class Retreat                                August 13-14,2007

Fresno : Then and Now            September 27, 2007

To provide an historical perspective on our community’s growth; create a snapshot of Fresno County today; and to illustrate the importance of building a sense of community today and for the future

Human Services Day                      October 25, 2007

Familiarize future leaders of Fresno with the diverse population and needs available to them in Fresno County .

Politics & Media                                  November 15, 2007

Understanding of how leveraging media and government build a healthy political culture.

Art and Culture                          December 13, 2007

Become aware of local art and cultural treasures and to gain a better understanding of their influence on the image, education and economics of our community.

Crime                                             January 24, 2008

Will be hands on experience of the justice system.

Planning and Environment          February 28, 2008

To gain a better understanding of the fiscal, political and environmental issues involved in land use and infrastructure planning.  

Education                                          March 27, 2008

To gain an understanding of the current issues and programs taking place within our community’s education system.

Health Care                                        April 24, 2008

To provide the class with the current issues related to health care and the delivery of health care services.

Economic Vitality                                 May 22, 2008

To understand the key elements required to improve the economic vitality and standards of living in the Fresno Region.

Agriculture Day                                    June 5, 2008

Understand the issues facing Fresno County agriculture and to experience them firsthand.

Graduation                                         June 12, 2008