Heartfelt Help for Haiti
March 23, 2010
From Debra Boyer, a teacher at LE Berger Elementary School in West-Fargo, North Dakota
Our students created a school project called Heats for Haiti and raised $1,193.55, which they donated to the Red Cross. Our school staff prepared a die in the shape of a heart and used it to cut transparency film and pump out scores of hearts for kids to decorate. Students used permanent markers to create a design, including the words Hearts for Haiti. Once the art work was completed, a hole was punched, a string was added, and voilà! We had sun catchers to sell for a suggested $1 donation.
Families aided the effort by bringing the hearts to work, and the children canvassed their neighborhoods. Our school paraprofessionals made a pictograph on a hallway bulletin board showing one heart for every $10 raised. The students were able to follow the growing amount until the second to the last day. The final amount was revealed by the Red Cross representative who came to accept the check. The students cheered and clapped enthusiastically when they heard the total. The student body was bonded as one that day. The heart theme continued when the mom responsible for creating our yearbook decided to take a picture of some of the hearts to use as the yearbook cover. Our success was truly heartfelt!
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
What Are The Benefits of UEA/NEA Membership?
Educators are busy preparing Utah's children for the future. Most don't have time to monitor the activities of the Legislature. Utah State Board of Education, local boards of education , and other agencies which set rules and regulations affecting public education. That's where UEA comes in, utilizing the strengths of its 18,000 members to influence policy makers and keep tabs on good and bad legislation.
In addition to serving as the "watchdog" for educators and public education, UEA offers its members:
1.Legal protection, including a $1 million liability policy.
2.Assistance with contract enforcement, mediation and fact finding.
3.Lobbying at the Legislature, in the governor's office, before retirement system boards and other state government bodies.
4.Training and professional development opportunities, including the annual UEA convention.
5.Newspapers, newsletters, brochures, handbooks, flyers, video productions and prints, radio and television public service and paid advertising aimed at improving public relations.
6.Access to numerous member-only benefits - life, health, disability and casualty insurance programs, savings and investment programs, credit programs, loan and special discount programs.
7.Horace Mann is proud to announce several positive changes to its Association Auto Advantage programs. We are increasing the "Member Only" discount (which applies to every auto we insure in a member's household), from 10% to 13%. In addition, we are lowering our base rates by 9%. When combined with the additional benefits our policy offers to UEA Members, now is an excellent time to contact your Horace Mann Agent.
The cornerstone of UEA's member representation system is the UniServ program - a statewide staffing network which provides members with professional consultant in any one of 11 geographic locations. Fifteen UniServ directors offer on-site service in bargaining and contract enforcement, as well as advice on grievances, explanation of legal rights, political action and communications assistance, representation before administrators and boards of education, direct assistance at the bargaining table, and guidance related to professional development issues.
In addition to serving as the "watchdog" for educators and public education, UEA offers its members:
1.Legal protection, including a $1 million liability policy.
2.Assistance with contract enforcement, mediation and fact finding.
3.Lobbying at the Legislature, in the governor's office, before retirement system boards and other state government bodies.
4.Training and professional development opportunities, including the annual UEA convention.
5.Newspapers, newsletters, brochures, handbooks, flyers, video productions and prints, radio and television public service and paid advertising aimed at improving public relations.
6.Access to numerous member-only benefits - life, health, disability and casualty insurance programs, savings and investment programs, credit programs, loan and special discount programs.
7.Horace Mann is proud to announce several positive changes to its Association Auto Advantage programs. We are increasing the "Member Only" discount (which applies to every auto we insure in a member's household), from 10% to 13%. In addition, we are lowering our base rates by 9%. When combined with the additional benefits our policy offers to UEA Members, now is an excellent time to contact your Horace Mann Agent.
The cornerstone of UEA's member representation system is the UniServ program - a statewide staffing network which provides members with professional consultant in any one of 11 geographic locations. Fifteen UniServ directors offer on-site service in bargaining and contract enforcement, as well as advice on grievances, explanation of legal rights, political action and communications assistance, representation before administrators and boards of education, direct assistance at the bargaining table, and guidance related to professional development issues.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Cherry Creek Crystal Apple Award Recipient is Cheryl Nielson
Cheryl Nielson is this year's Crystal Apple recipient for Cherry Creek Elementary in Springville. She was chosen by the teachers at her school because of her positive attitude, problem solving skills, and love of students that she teaches.
One of her colleagues says, "Cheryl is always thinking about the individual child. She wants to understand each child and how to help them succeed around their peers. She has a great attitude with the student and colleagues. Cheryl goes the extra mile."
Cheryl really makes sure that students go above and beyond "just getting it."
With faculty members, she is a team-player who is willing to share great teaching ideas. She puts 100% into her work.
Cheryl graduated from UVSC. She student taught with Mr. Travis Proctor at Cherry Creek. Since being hired, she has con tined to teach 5th grade. In June 2009, she earned her Master's degree from SUU. Currently she is enrolled in an ESL Endorsement course. She is married to Cordell Nielson and they have three children. She enjoys playing the piano, sewing , and playing the Wi with her family.
One of her colleagues says, "Cheryl is always thinking about the individual child. She wants to understand each child and how to help them succeed around their peers. She has a great attitude with the student and colleagues. Cheryl goes the extra mile."
Cheryl really makes sure that students go above and beyond "just getting it."
With faculty members, she is a team-player who is willing to share great teaching ideas. She puts 100% into her work.
Cheryl graduated from UVSC. She student taught with Mr. Travis Proctor at Cherry Creek. Since being hired, she has con tined to teach 5th grade. In June 2009, she earned her Master's degree from SUU. Currently she is enrolled in an ESL Endorsement course. She is married to Cordell Nielson and they have three children. She enjoys playing the piano, sewing , and playing the Wi with her family.
Hammari Awarded Crystal Apple
The Crystal Apple award this year goes to the brains of our operation. Julie Hammari leads our team through her talents, knowledge, abilities and height. She has been a great leader and teacher for both faculty and students here at East Meadows Elementary. She has always been willing to change a grade level because of her nature to be flexible and her ability to work in any situation.
Julie began teaching at Canyon elementary as an intern in the 5th grade. She then moved to 3rd grade the next year and back to 5th grade her third year at Canyon. Her move to to East Meadows Elementary placed her back in 3rd grade until she made that fearful move to teach sixth grade.
However difficult the content in 6th grade was, it was the fact that the students exceeded her in height that brought the most fear. Julies knowledge and understanding allows her to teach and inspire students to achieve beyond their own expectations. Her math knowledge has allowed her to diversify the level of math classes she has taught over the years.
Students comment on her sense of humor and her ability to bring a smile and joy to their lives. Her creativity and artistic talents have appealed to the eyes of many, especially Dwight at Christmas time. Her colleagues love working with Julie and congratulate her on all of her accomplishments.
By Garrett Andersen and Adam Gull
Julie began teaching at Canyon elementary as an intern in the 5th grade. She then moved to 3rd grade the next year and back to 5th grade her third year at Canyon. Her move to to East Meadows Elementary placed her back in 3rd grade until she made that fearful move to teach sixth grade.
However difficult the content in 6th grade was, it was the fact that the students exceeded her in height that brought the most fear. Julies knowledge and understanding allows her to teach and inspire students to achieve beyond their own expectations. Her math knowledge has allowed her to diversify the level of math classes she has taught over the years.
Students comment on her sense of humor and her ability to bring a smile and joy to their lives. Her creativity and artistic talents have appealed to the eyes of many, especially Dwight at Christmas time. Her colleagues love working with Julie and congratulate her on all of her accomplishments.
By Garrett Andersen and Adam Gull
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