This session presents an overview of local government and its relationship to other governmental bodies. Students receive first-hand experience in civic leadership by campaigning and running for public office in a mock city council election.  Opportunities are provided throughout the day to interact with current and former public office holders as well as public service administrators. One of the goals of the program, and this session, in particular, is to familiarize the class with methods of effecting change through the governmental process.  The class also elects its class council members, mayor and vice mayor during this class. Day Chairs:  Newell Arnerich (lead), Bill Clarkson, and Randall Diamond  

Chevron has graciously hosted this Leadership class for many years, and we are very appreciative of their continued support. Day Chairs:  Robert Combs (lead), Bill Clarkson, and  Vicki Harris Class participants:  please be prompt (or early) as you must check in at the security desk and this can take some time. Directions to Chevron Park from Route 680: Exit 680 at Bollinger Canyon Road, East. Follow Bollinger Canyon a short distance to the Chevron Park sign. Turn into the complex and drive to the left of the guard station. You need not stop there. Turn right and right again into Parking Lot 1, 2 or 3. Enter Building A and ask for “Leadership” at the security desk. Your name will be on a security list. Reminder: You MUST have your photo ID with you.  

This session explores the important topics of housing and transportation and the need for regional planning to address these challenges. Day Chairs: Lisa Bobadilla, Newell Arnerich, David Behring, Robert Combs, Christopher George, and Vicki Harris

Class members gain an appreciation for the variety of issues facing today’s educators and the educational system and gain insight into how these issues impact our local education community (San Ramon Valley Unified School District). Members also have opportunities to observe student learning and school climate through classroom observations and shadowing the principal of a local school. Day Chairs:  Christopher George (lead), Kathy Chiverton, and Andy Li