Dunlap’s Download
A message from Charles Dunlap, Indiana Bar Foundation President & CEO
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I recently participated in the inaugural meeting of the Indiana Civics Education Commission, created as part of HB 1384 and signed into law last year. As you may remember, in addition to creating this new Commission, the legislation also calls for the creation of a new semester course in all Indiana middle schools on civic education, which will go into effect in the fall of 2023. As I sat in the meeting next to Lt. Governor Crouch, the Chair of the Commission, I briefly reflected on the significance of this policy change and the role that the Indiana Bar Foundation (Foundation) played in it.
I was incredibly proud and honored to represent the Foundation as a member of the Commission, which recognizes the critical work the Foundation did in partnership with so many people to lead this effort. As a supporter and stakeholder of the Foundation, I hope you also appreciate this significant achievement and know that you had a hand in making it happen through your support of the Foundation and its work. It was a great reminder that collectively we could make great things happen!
I look forward to continuing to expand the Foundation’s outreach and partnerships to advance our collective mission to improve civic education and legal assistance for all Hoosiers.
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Foundation President & CEO Charles Dunlap and Board Chairman Scott Barnhart attended the National High School Mock Trial Championship in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Heritage Christian High School represented Indiana in the national finals. The competition was held in person and online this year. Also, Foundation board member Judge Thomas Felts judged during the national competition.
The Foundation appreciates all those who supported our Mock Trial students, teachers, and school communities. Volunteer judges and hosts ensured regional and state competitions ran smoothly. Thank you to all those who financially support civic education.
We the People State Showcase
The future stars of Indiana We the People competitors displayed their skills as the Foundation was proud to host the Elementary School We the People State Showcase on Friday, May 13. Three fifth grade classes representing Clark Middle School, Grimmer Middle School, and Kahler Middle School, all from the Lake Central School Corporation, competed.
Fishers We the People Schools Honored by City Council
On Monday, May 16, the Fishers City Council recognized the We the People classes from National Runner Up Fishers High School, Fishers Jr. High School, and Fall Creek Jr. High School. The Foundation joins the Fishers community in congratulating the students and schools for a fantastic year!
Franklin Central Junior High School Presents at School Showcase
Congratulations to the Franklin Central Jr. HS We the People class for sharing their skills at Monday's schoolwide showcase. Thank you to teachers Kristine Hosler and Patrick Rowland for your hard work. Major shout-out to all 60 class members for your dedication!
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Marilyn Smith, Abbie Bush, Kate Guerrero, and Chuck Dunlap (pictured) were Indiana Bar Foundation staff attending the May Equal Justice Conference in Minneapolis. Board member Scott Wylie also attended, concluding his term as President of the National Association of Pro Bono Professionals. The conference drew individuals from around the country to learn and work together on housing and family stability, court modernization, legal technology, outreach, and advocacy for civil legal assistance. The Foundation was pleased to be joined by our Indiana colleagues from Pro Bono Indiana, Indiana Legal Services, IU Maurer School of Law, and Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath. The Indiana contingent also included Kelly Tautges (Pro Bono Counsel at Faegre Drinker) and Julia Wilson (pro bono consultant).
Director of Grants Provides Inside View of Philanthropic Leadership Institute Experience
Foundation Director of Grants Abbie Bush is also an Indiana Philanthropy Alliance Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Fellow. Abbie recently authored a blog providing her view of the class. Please read her entry here.
Civil Legal Assistance Team Shares Foundation's Success with National Audiences
Director of Indiana Legal Help Kate Guerrero will represent the Foundation during the June 23 Legal Services National Technology Assistance Project as part of their "Self-Help Summer Series: Self Help Websites 1.0."
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On May 24, the Foundation presented its second Mock Trial Diversity Initiative (MTDI) presented by Krieg DeVault LLP meeting, updating key stakeholders on the successes of the inaugural year of the initiative. MTDI partners heard from Foundation President & CEO Chuck Dunlap, and Director of Civic Education Tim Kalgreen. During the meeting, partners, including Barnes & Thornburg LLP, Lumina Foundation, Hall Render Killian Heath & Lyman, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath, IceMiller, Plews Shadley Racher & Braun, Quarles & Brady LLP, ISBA Health Law Section, and Stewart Richardson Deposition Services were thanked and recognized, first year successes were shared, and the upcoming year timeline was shared. Please contact Foundation Director of Communications and Development Kim Berry, to learn more about upcoming sponsorship opportunities. Please contact Director of Civic Education Tim Kalgreen for information about the Mock Trial program.
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Remnant Trust/Indiana Historical Society Partnership
In partnership with the Indiana State Bar Association, we are sponsoring The Remnant Trust Exhibit “Documents that Shaped America” and specifically the “Connecticut Constitution” document. These documents align with the Foundation's mission. "We are grateful to be among sponsors of this wonderful exhibit. We certainly encourage our friends to come and experience this and other offerings from the Indiana Historical Society," said Foundation President & CEO Chuck Dunlap. Chuck was among the staff members at the event. Kim Berry, Tim Kalgreen, Megan Clarke, and Joseph O’Connor also attended the exhibition opening at the Indiana Historical Society with Board Members and stakeholders Scott Barnhart, along with Julie and Justice Geoffrey Slaughter (Pictured)
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The Indiana Bar Foundation is pleased to welcome back for the second consecutive summer intern Deion Ziwawo. Deion is a junior at Indiana University, wants to be a lawyer, and is a former student of Foundation President & CEO Chuck Dunlap. We are fortunate to have this highly respected young man with us for another summer. |
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Foundation Board Member Justice Steven David was presented with the inaugural Indiana State Bar Association Leadership Development Academy Challenge Coin. Board Chairman Scott Barnhart spoke at the May 20 academy graduation. The Foundation is proud to support the leadership academy. President & CEO Charles Dunlap also attended the event. |
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The Indiana Bar Foundation congratulates Board member and Hamilton Southeastern and We the People teacher Janet Chandler for being recognized as 2022 Hoosier Educator of the Year, National Education Association California Casualty Award recipient. Nominated by the Indiana State Teachers Association, Chandler was recognized for her excellence in her practice, advocacy for the profession, commitment to equity, opportunity, community engagement, and leadership in professional development. |
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Bradley Bowditch, a We the People teacher at South Side High School in Fort Wayne, is Indiana's 2022 James Madison Foundation Fellow. The James Madison Fellowship is one of the most prestigious awards in constitutional history and government for secondary teachers. The fellowship is awarded to teachers who commit to civic responsivity and professional and collegial activities. Fellows receive up to $24,000 to earn a graduate degree in American history, political science, or government. "We the People has been a huge part of my journey, and I am excited to pay forward what I will be learning in pursuit of my Masters' Degree in Political Science from IU and beyond," said Bowditch.
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The Indiana Bar Foundation offers its congratulations to South Bend Clay High School teacher and mock trial sponsor Dianna Christopher on being selected as the National Council of Teachers of English 2022 High School Teacher of excellence Award recipient! Within her school community, Ms. Christopher has taken on many different projects and roles that have helped enrich the lives of her students. Among these are teaching Advanced College Project and Dual Credit courses, coaching mock trials, proctoring SATs, mentoring, and supporting her colleagues. |
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The Foundation congratulates Union Township Middle School (Valparaiso) We the People educator Mark Harnew on winning the Purdue University Northwest Lance Trusty Graduate Research Award. His winning research focused on the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist fire, one of the deadliest fires recorded in New York City. |
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Registration remains open for the June 15 through 16 Federal Court Teacher Institute, hosted by the U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana. Foundation Director of Civic Education Tim Kalgreen will be among those presenting. Additional information is available here.
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