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CAS OPENS NOMINATIONS FOR DISTINGUISHED FRIEND OF EDUCATION AWARDS
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 winners will be honored at the annual Volunteer Recognition Banquet to be held on March 15, 2017.
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NEXT SESSION OF PRINCIPALS’ LEADERSHIP SERIES FOCUSES ON TEACHER GROWTH
There are three sessions remaining of the 2016-17 Principals’ Leadership Series (PLS). Now in its fourth year, the PLS is a professional learning opportunity for experienced school leaders which addresses key topics in the changing scope of their leadership duties. The next session, on January 17th, will feature Diane Dugas, educational consultant and former superintendent, who will examine leadership practices that foster teacher growth and learning. Learn how to help the adults in your school to meet the complex teaching demands of the 21st Century. Register now!
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HIGH SCHOOL ARTS BANQUET REGISTRATION OPENS
The 22nd Annual High School Arts Awards Banquet, for seniors who excel in either the performing or visual arts, will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at the Aqua Turf in Plantsville. Each CAS member high school is invited to honor two grade 12 students. Registration is now open and schools are encouraged to begin the process of selecting their award winners.
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DEADLINE FOR SPECIAL ED ADMINISTRATOR SUPPORT GRANTS APPROACHING
Does your district have a newly appointed special education administrator? If so, don’t miss the opportunity to receive special education coaching services at no cost. The CSDE and CAS have developed a coaching model to support special education administrators who are in years one through three in their position. Limited funding is available - through a competitive grant process - that will allow districts to enjoy the benefits of a coach without incurring any expense. The deadline for submission of a grant application is December 15, 2016.
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“VISIBLE LEARNING” COMING TO CT
CAS is proud to sponsor the exclusive launch of Visible Learning plus in Connecticut! School leaders are invited to join us for a 3-day foundational series centered around the work of John Hattie and “visible learning.” This unique series is designed to develop efficacy, build capacity and foster growth mindsets in schools and districts.
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LAST CALL FOR YOUNG WOMEN OF COLOR CONFERENCE
Registration for Destined to Lead: A Leadership Conference for Young Women of Color in Middle School closes next week. This event, a spin-off of the very successful leadership conference for female high school students of color, will help participants to uncover their abilities, strengthen their self-image and probe possibilities for their future. Discounts are available for groups of 20 or more. Join us on December 15th at Goodwin College in East Hartford.
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18TH ANNUAL ELEMENTARY ARTS BANQUET FEATURES YALE WHIFFENPOOFS
Register now for the 18th Annual Elementary Arts Banquet coming in February! This festive event is designed to recognize elementary students who have demonstrated outstanding artistic ability in performing or visual arts as well as citizenship and cooperative skills. Each elementary school is invited to select two students to be honored.
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MILFORD 5TH GRADER NAMED CONNECTICUT’S SECOND KID GOVERNOR
Congratulations to Jessica Brocksom of Milford for being elected as the next Connecticut’s Kid Governor! The announcement was made on November 23rd during a school-wide assembly at John F. Kennedy School, where Jessica is a 5th grade student. The Kid Governor-Elect ran on a platform promoting the humane treatment of animals and garnered enough votes from her peers to be named the state’s second ever Kid Governor. Learn more about this passionate young woman!
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WORKSHOP FOCUSES ON CROSS CULTURAL COMMUNICATIONS
On December 5th, the CT After School Network is offering a morning workshop designed to help individuals become more comfortable and skilled in relating to people of different identity groups. “Deep Dive: Cross Cultural Communications” will train participants in recognizing and productively responding to diversity issues. Last call to register!
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