The Leadership

🌟 Introducing The Leadership Class of 2025! 🌟

Our journey together has officially begun! The Opening Session was filled with energy, connection, and thought-provoking conversations. We can’t wait to see how this incredible group of leaders will grow, collaborate, and make an impact throughout the year. Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this transformative experience!

We all know what it means in Baltimore when someone asks you which school you went to! Meet Kimberly Moffitt (2024):

“I’m originally from North Carolina, but Baltimore is home. I’m a Poly Mom, founding parent of Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys, and a lover of all-things arts in this great city. In fact, it was being a parent in Baltimore that helped cultivate my connection and commitment here. See, I never saw myself as the mothering type, but once I had my own children it became clear of a mission to see ALL children embody agency — that voice that enables you to speak confidently about your thoughts and actions and advocate for your needs and desires. It’s a skill that has to be cultivated as none of us are born with it, but I have relied upon the adage/unknown quote, “walk in like you own the place” to help develop mine. Whether in PK-12 settings or higher education, I cannot think of a more important tool to teach and offer strategies to children and adults alike to develop that life skill within. Learning self-advocacy is another form of freedom that opens our eyes to new possibilities and allows us to embrace our rightful position in society. Thanks to Baltimore City Schools and UMBC for providing the opportunity for me to practice those muscles of my own voice, and then calling upon me to share that skill with others.

Through my time with The Leadership, I had the opportunity to work with and befriend many who are showing up and showing out for Baltimore. I appreciate having that model and knowing that there is, in fact, a place for those of us who are not native to Baltimore, but love it just the same. Let’s do this, BCE!... “

Effectively hearing the unspoken is a beautiful thing to say . . .the words of Ethan Marchant (2024):

“As a designer, I take pride in deeply listening and innovating around the specific needs of each design challenge. Over my career, I have learned that the best designs are the result of the thoughts, conversations, and voices of all stakeholders, synthesized into a cohesive concept that embodies community. The most transformational outcomes rely on effectively capturing, synthesizing and stacking the ideas and dreams of these stakeholders in a manner celebrates the voices of all. My experiences throughout the Leadership program have only deepened this understanding. The perspectives I have gained into the wide array of work being done in Baltimore is fascinating and the thoughtful approach from so many Leaders inspires me. I have learned to listen better, to more effectively hear the unspoken, and to understand the deep-rooted passion in the continual evolution of Baltimore.”