Overlake School to hold symposium on global health

The Overlake School's Global Challenge Club hosts its second annual Overlake Symposium on Global Health from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 16 on the school's campus in Redmond. This year's meeting focuses on the impact on global health of access to clean water.

The Overlake School’s Global Challenge Club hosts its second annual Overlake Symposium on Global Health from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 16 on the school’s campus in Redmond. This year’s meeting focuses on the impact on global health of access to clean water.

The symposium invites teachers and students from area public and private schools to learn from professionals in the field about current issues in global health and progress on solutions. They have a chance to talk, network and learn how to get involved.

A keynote speaker opens the conference, followed by presentations from and discussions with experts from such organizations as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Splash, Cascade Designs and Water 1st International.

Admission is free, but attendees should RSVP to amartinek@overlake.org or (425) 868-1000, since lunch is also provided. For more information, contact Lisa Orenstein at lorenstein@overlake.org.

The Overlake School is located at 20301 N.E. 108th St., Redmond.