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'''TEDxGunnHighSchool''', sometimes abbreviated to '''TEDx''', is an annual [https://www.ted.com/about/programs-initiatives/tedx-program TEDx event] run by the [[Clubs|club]] of the same name. According to the TED website, TEDx is "a grassroots initiative, created in the spirit of TED’s overall mission to research and discover 'ideas worth spreading.' TEDx brings the spirit of TED to local communities around the globe through TEDx events. These events are organized by passionate individuals who seek to uncover new ideas and to share the latest research in their local areas that spark conversations in their communities."<ref>https://www.ted.com/about/programs-initiatives/tedx-program</ref> TEDxGunnHighSchool also has a semi-functional [https:// | '''TEDxGunnHighSchool''', sometimes abbreviated to '''TEDx''', is an annual [https://www.ted.com/about/programs-initiatives/tedx-program TEDx event] run by the [[Clubs|club]] of the same name. According to the TED website, TEDx is "a grassroots initiative, created in the spirit of TED’s overall mission to research and discover 'ideas worth spreading.' TEDx brings the spirit of TED to local communities around the globe through TEDx events. These events are organized by passionate individuals who seek to uncover new ideas and to share the latest research in their local areas that spark conversations in their communities."<ref>https://www.ted.com/about/programs-initiatives/tedx-program</ref> TEDxGunnHighSchool also has a semi-functional [https://tedxgunnhighschool.org/ website]. | ||
== Event == | == Event == | ||
TEDx is an all-day event that occurs every year, usually on a Monday around February. It is broken up into two halves (before and after lunch); students can choose to attend one or both halves and are excused from classes during the time they sign up for. Some teachers will also choose for their whole class to attend the event during their class period. | TEDx is an all-day event that occurs every year, usually on a Monday around February. It is broken up into two halves (before and after lunch); students can choose to attend one or both halves and are excused from classes during the time they sign up for. Some teachers will also choose for their whole class to attend the event during their class period. | ||
It is comprised of a selection of 8-15 minute talks on various topics from tap-dancing | It is comprised of a selection of 8-15 minute talks on various topics; examples from the 2025 conference include tap-dancing, artificial intelligence in dance gear, and the adverse effects of arbitrary categorization. These talks can be given by students, teachers, and anyone else in the greater Gunn community. The event also usually has two co-emcees and performances between talks by groups like the dance team and Gunn Improv Troupe. | ||
== Club == | == Club == | ||
{{Infobox club|title=TEDxGunnHighSchool|meeting day=Wednesday|frequency=Weekly|time=Lunch|room=C-8|tier=2|advisor=Mr. Gill}} | {{Infobox club|title=TEDxGunnHighSchool|meeting day=Wednesday|frequency=Weekly|time=Lunch|room=C-8|tier=2|advisor=[[Mr. Gill]]}} | ||
The TEDx event is completely organized by the student-run club of the same name. It meets on Wednesdays in C-8 and is advised by Mr. Gill. As of the 2025-2026 year, the club has two co-presidents, a secretary, a treasurer, a speaker | The TEDx event is completely organized by the student-run club of the same name. It meets on Wednesdays in C-8 and is advised by Mr. Gill. As of the 2025-2026 year, the club has two co-presidents, a secretary, a treasurer, a speaker committee (organizes the speakers at the event), a business committee (manages finances) and a design comittee (manages the event design, marketing, etc). The club starts planning a given school year's TEDx event in May of the school year before, but it's possible to join at any time of year. | ||
Official club description as of 2024-2025:<blockquote>Our mission is to cultivate ideas and conversation through an annually hosted TEDx conference held in Spangenberg Theatre. Our three committees, business, speakers, and design work hard each year to improve quality of speakers and quality of experience for all our audience members. The speakers committee works with each speaker individually to write, edit and rehearse each talk. The business committee raises all funds to cover the cost of a fully fledged TEDx conference, which include grants and small fundraisers. The design committee creates logos, merchandise design, and social media designs. It's TEDx, but Gunn.<ref>https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/e/2PACX-1vQ-UXugiZ8GznB367cO8JptTO9BLm5OE4D3WO8oZvYk_365lY25Q6eAFNSEIC5DGXGWOXwK_wauoTFT/pubhtml</ref></blockquote> | Official club description as of 2024-2025:<blockquote>Our mission is to cultivate ideas and conversation through an annually hosted TEDx conference held in Spangenberg Theatre. Our three committees, business, speakers, and design work hard each year to improve quality of speakers and quality of experience for all our audience members. The speakers committee works with each speaker individually to write, edit and rehearse each talk. The business committee raises all funds to cover the cost of a fully fledged TEDx conference, which include grants and small fundraisers. The design committee creates logos, merchandise design, and social media designs. It's TEDx, but Gunn.<ref>https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/e/2PACX-1vQ-UXugiZ8GznB367cO8JptTO9BLm5OE4D3WO8oZvYk_365lY25Q6eAFNSEIC5DGXGWOXwK_wauoTFT/pubhtml</ref></blockquote> | ||
Latest revision as of 15:52, 22 August 2025
TEDxGunnHighSchool, sometimes abbreviated to TEDx, is an annual TEDx event run by the club of the same name. According to the TED website, TEDx is "a grassroots initiative, created in the spirit of TED’s overall mission to research and discover 'ideas worth spreading.' TEDx brings the spirit of TED to local communities around the globe through TEDx events. These events are organized by passionate individuals who seek to uncover new ideas and to share the latest research in their local areas that spark conversations in their communities."[1] TEDxGunnHighSchool also has a semi-functional website.
Event
TEDx is an all-day event that occurs every year, usually on a Monday around February. It is broken up into two halves (before and after lunch); students can choose to attend one or both halves and are excused from classes during the time they sign up for. Some teachers will also choose for their whole class to attend the event during their class period.
It is comprised of a selection of 8-15 minute talks on various topics; examples from the 2025 conference include tap-dancing, artificial intelligence in dance gear, and the adverse effects of arbitrary categorization. These talks can be given by students, teachers, and anyone else in the greater Gunn community. The event also usually has two co-emcees and performances between talks by groups like the dance team and Gunn Improv Troupe.
Club
| Meeting Day | Wednesday |
|---|---|
| Room | C-8 |
| Tier | 2 |
| Advisor | Mr. Gill |
The TEDx event is completely organized by the student-run club of the same name. It meets on Wednesdays in C-8 and is advised by Mr. Gill. As of the 2025-2026 year, the club has two co-presidents, a secretary, a treasurer, a speaker committee (organizes the speakers at the event), a business committee (manages finances) and a design comittee (manages the event design, marketing, etc). The club starts planning a given school year's TEDx event in May of the school year before, but it's possible to join at any time of year.
Official club description as of 2024-2025:
Our mission is to cultivate ideas and conversation through an annually hosted TEDx conference held in Spangenberg Theatre. Our three committees, business, speakers, and design work hard each year to improve quality of speakers and quality of experience for all our audience members. The speakers committee works with each speaker individually to write, edit and rehearse each talk. The business committee raises all funds to cover the cost of a fully fledged TEDx conference, which include grants and small fundraisers. The design committee creates logos, merchandise design, and social media designs. It's TEDx, but Gunn.[2]