The next session in the 2015-2016 CT Core Standards Leadership Community of Practice series will be held on March 31, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the CAS Office in Cheshire. This session will feature a panel of teachers from New Fairfield Middle School who will discuss the connection between problem-based learning, CT Core Standards and technology, and how it has transformed their teaching and student learning. Principals are encouraged to attend and may bring members of their teaching staff along. 

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Two hundred three volunteers from sixty schools were honored at the CAS Volunteer Recognition Banquet on Monday, March 7th. More than 400 guests were in attendance at the Aqua Turf to celebrate the work of parents and other volunteers who invest their time, energy and talents in making their local schools better places to work and learn. Also recognized at this year’s event were the recipients of the 2016 CAS Distinguished Friend of Education Awards. This year’s winners were Robert C. Williams of Ellington and Alpha Q., Inc., of Colchester.

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The Connecticut Association of National Honor Societies’ (CANHS) annual conference will take place at the Aqua Turf in Plantsville on May 24, 2016. This outstanding event is packed with hands-on leadership development activities focused on service, integrity and passion. This year’s conference will feature former Minnesota Viking Keith Nord.

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Back by popular demand, Alan Bernstein, senior director for the College Board, is returning to CAS on Wednesday, April 25, 2016, to discuss how College Board assessments can inform Social Studies curriculum and instruction. Social Studies department leaders, History/Social Studies teachers, curriculum specialists and school administrators are encouraged to attend.

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Last week, while many were deep into March Madness, 200 students, teachers, administrators and CASC Student Advisory Board members turned their attention towards Syria and got a glimpse of the experience of the refugees living there. They attended a screening of "Salam Neighbor" and engaged in a discussion with one of its filmmakers, Chris Temple. Introducing the movie, Chris underscored the urgency and nature of the crisis.

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Cheshire High School has been selected as the winner of the 2015-16 CAS-CIAC Battle of the Fans Contest! The contest, now in its second year, is designed to encourage positive fan behavior and to highlight the great things schools are doing to promote sportsmanship and supportive fan conduct. Students create and submit a 3-minute video which captures their fans in action and spotlights their school’s commitment to sportsmanship and school spirit. Check out the winning video!

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The Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut – in partnership with Connecticut’s Office of Early Childhood – is now offering a leadership development program for educators and administrators seeking to make a difference in PreK-3rd grade. Designed for elementary and PreK school principals, assistant principals, teacher leaders, school superintendents, early learning and child-care center directors, as well as other administrators, this one-year, part-time program will instruct you in developing robust early childhood education action plans for your community. Gain valuable knowledge through modules focused on curriculum and instruction; assessment practices with young children; evaluation of teachers and programs; and effective leadership. Register online by March 31, 2016.

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The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, in partnership with the Seedlings Foundation, is excited to offer a unique opportunity for districts seeking to join the movement to build emotionally intelligent school communities. The Seedlings Institute for School Leaders is a multi-day master class that provides a foundation for understanding and implementing emotional intelligence district-wide. The institute will take place July 11-13, 2016, at the Yale campus in New Haven. Cost is $500 per person and includes accommodations and most meals. The application deadline has been extended to April 1st. Apply Today!

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