Building Community Connections: Jacob Weisenbach’s Impact in Education and Service-Learning

Title: Jacob Weisenbach Honored for Building Community Connections in Education

Jacob Weisenbach, a graduate of the University of Indianapolis’ iLEAD program, has been recognized with the Outstanding Community Partner Award for his work at Central Catholic School. Weisenbach, who will now be taking on a new role as a special education specialist at Arsenal Technical High School, credits the iLEAD program for preparing him for success.

During his time at Wayne Township Schools and Central Catholic, Weisenbach leveraged his experience to grow his leadership skills. He emphasized the importance of partnerships between students, schools, and universities in fostering leadership opportunities.

Weisenbach’s dedication to building community connections is evident in his work with UIndy’s Center for Service-Learning & Community Engagement. Through partnerships like RightFit, he has created service-learning experiences that align with UIndy’s mission of education for service.

As Weisenbach transitions to Arsenal Tech, he looks forward to expanding the role of service and leadership at the larger campus. He values the connections he has built with UIndy students and believes that these relationships enhance the spirit of teaching and learning.

Overall, Weisenbach’s commitment to community engagement exemplifies the impact that strong partnerships can have in education. His work serves as a testament to the power of collaboration in creating meaningful and fulfilling educational experiences.