On January 28th, CAS is a hosting a three-hour workshop entitled “Creating Positive Engagement with Muslim Students and Families.” Participants will explore the basic beliefs of Islam and discuss the impact of our current societal climate on Muslim students. Presenters include Dr. M. Saud Anwar, founder and co-chair of the American Muslim Peace Initiative which works to strengthen interfaith understanding between Islam and other religions.

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CAS invites high school students, administrators and faculty to a screening of Salam Neighbor, a documentary capturing the plight of Syrian refugees, followed by a discussion with the filmmakers. This unique opportunity will inspire thought and dialogue on overwhelming, complex and pressing issues from a perspective different from the day-to-day news coverage.

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Do you know a student who is involved in the arts and has demonstrated exemplary ‘heart’ – i.e., integrity, citizenship, good character – in his or her chosen activity; has exceeded normal expectations in assisting others within the school community; or, has overcome adversity or a challenging circumstance? If so, please consider submitting a nomination for the “CAS Heart of the Arts Award.” This award seeks to recognize students involved in high school performing or visual arts programs who exemplify the core values of education-based activities. The deadline for nominations is January 20th.

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The CAS Middle Level Board has opened nominations for the 2016-2017 CAS Middle School of the Year Award. The purpose of this award is to give recognition to an outstanding CAS member middle school that represents the best in the profession. Nominations may be made by any present or former member of the school staff or by central office personnel. The deadline for submitting nominations is February 26, 2016.

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CAS is pleased to open nominations for the annual Governor’s Scholars Program. Now in its twentieth year, the program recognizes academically talented juniors in CAS member high schools throughout the state. Principals are invited to nominate one 11th grade student who ranks in the top five percent of his or her class. For the first time, CAS is accepting nominations online.

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Every school in Connecticut is blessed with parents and other volunteers who contribute to its success. Here's an opportunity to honor those individuals! Join us on March 7th at the Aqua Turf for the 16th Annual Volunteer Recognition Banquet. This event is designed to provide principals with a forum for giving public recognition to those volunteers who have made their schools better places to work and learn. Register now!!

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The Connecticut State Department of Education is sponsoring its second annual "Moving from Compliance to Coherence” conference on February 25, 2016, at the Crowne Plaza in Cromwell. The focus of this year’s event will be aligning student and educator goals and practices. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with one another in sharing successful practices for aligning educator and student goals that link effective instruction to rigorous student learning standards.

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Is there an extraordinary individual who has given his/her time, energy or expertise to your school? Has a local business provided services or resources which have resulted in positive experiences for your students? If so, please consider submitting a nomination for the CAS Distinguished Friend of Education Award. The deadline for nominations is January 15th.

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For Connecticut educators aspiring to advance their careers and become a school district leader, the Executive Leadership Program through UConn’s Neag School of Education offers a one-year program designed to prepare experienced educational leaders to serve as superintendents and/or other district level leaders. Interested educators are invited to attend an upcoming information session.

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The next session in the 2015-2016 CT Core Standards Leadership Community of Practice series will be held on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the CAS Office in Cheshire. This session, entitled “Implementation of Connecticut Core Standards: Looking at the Impact on Student Progress and School Climate,” will feature a panel from the Bloomfield and West Hartford School Districts. Principals are encouraged to attend and may bring members of their teaching staff along.

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