Innovator Fellowship

History

The IF Program was developed in 2013 by Jason Bull and Jay Johnson in partnership with Jake's Cafe as a way to give students an experience beyond North High school that would inspire them and help them grow their skills. Its goal is to help students, "Dream Big" and bring those dreams to fruition. The program has been funded through partnerships with North High School, SASD, Acuity and the Kohler Foundation.

Participation

In order to participate in the Innovator Fellowship, students must meet the following requirements:

• Students must complete the preliminary application process by May 16th, of the year prior to the experience.
• If selected for an interview, students must present their project proposal to the IF committee with examples of their previous related work.
• Students must submit a resume.
• Students must submit a budget proposal.
• Students must be in good academic standing, have a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.75 or higher, and pass all classes, or write a letter of appeal, explaining why the committee should consider your application.
• Students must attend North High School.
• Students must complete two faculty recommendations.
• Students must have signed parent or Guardian permission.

Logistics

Students who are accepted into the IF program develop projects at Jake's Cafe. Students spend 1-2 hours at the cafe, in a dedicated creative space, each school day working on developing and implementing their projects. Fellows earn credits towards graduation and can also earn Honors credits. We have had fellows create...
A food program for needy children
A mural for the Above and Beyond museum
A Sheboygan county coloring book
A literacy program
A program for children of domestic violence
Art installations
Environmental fashion
A Children's book on depression
A documentary on what it means to be a women
An original play on "coming out"
An environmental recycling program
Original music
A peace project
Original creative writing
A documentary on depression/anxiety
A food stand

Innovator Fellowship Coordinator

Jay Johnson
jjohnson@sasd.net

Innovator Fellowship Coordinator

Ashley Magray
amagray@sasd.net

Jake's Cafe Mentor

Tryg Jacobson