Global Leadership Summit
A seat at the table, not a spot in the audience.
The Global Leadership Summit creates a dynamic, student-centered space where emerging global scholars and regional leaders come together for authentic dialogue, mutual learning, and meaningful connection.
Students share perspectives, ask questions, and shape the dialogue alongside the people leading our region today.
Students share perspectives, ask questions, and shape the dialogue alongside the people leading our region today.
Through facilitated interactions anchored in relevant themes, the Summit bridges the gap between the next generation and the leaders shaping our region today, building a network of mutual investment in a more informed, equitable, and globally-minded community.
A Look at the Afternoon:
- Recognizing mentorship and story sharing
- What makes a good mentor?
- How culture shapes mentorship
- What leaders can learn from the next generation
- Bridging gaps in mentorship
Who Participates
Participation is open to current GSD students, alongside regional community and business leaders.
Ask your GSD school advisor about how to participate!
Ask your GSD school advisor about how to participate!


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Upcoming Opportunities!
America 250 Essay Contest
Due: September 30th
This is a chance for students to put their voice on the record and be publicly recognized for it by county leadership.
Prompt: "What does it mean to be an informed, engaged, and responsible citizen today?"
Due: September 30th
This is a chance for students to put their voice on the record and be publicly recognized for it by county leadership.
Prompt: "What does it mean to be an informed, engaged, and responsible citizen today?"
Global Leadership Summit
October 15th
Join other high school students and local community and organizational leaders and practice your own leadership skills! This summits theme is on mentorship!
Registration is required and seats are limited!
October 15th
Join other high school students and local community and organizational leaders and practice your own leadership skills! This summits theme is on mentorship!
Registration is required and seats are limited!