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Teaching Buried History: English Language Arts Lesson- Highschool Senior Level, Lindenwood University

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Lesson plans: Teaching Buried History: English Language Arts Lesson- Highschool Senior Level

The Rural Cemetery Movement: The Origins Of Cemeteries Like Yours, Jeffrey Smith

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The “rural cemetery movement” started in 1831 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, when Mount Auburn Cemetery opened. Others followed in other cities, responding to many of the same needs and cultural priorities. Paradoxically, these “rural” cemeteries were anything but rural in our context; they were a uniquely urban phenomenon, albeit located outside cities in the adjacent countryside. Within a decade or so, the rest of the ten largest cities in the United States (and a number of the smaller ones as well) had similar burial sites—Laurel Hill in Philadelphia, Green-Wood in Brooklyn, Green Mount in Baltimore, and Mount Hope in Rochester opened …

Rock Identification Guide, Lindenwood University

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An identification guide to the types of materials from which gravestones are made.

It Instructions For The Cemetery Survey, Lindenwood University

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Technical instructions for Esri’s ArcGIS.

What Is Teaching Buried History?: An Introduction, Lindenwood University

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A brief description on teaching buried history.

Teaching Buried History: Statistics Lesson- Highschool Senior Level, Lindenwood University

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Lesson Plans: Teaching Buried History: Statistics Lesson- Highschool Senior Level

Teaching Buried History: Social Studies Lesson, Lindenwood University

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Lesson Plans-- Teaching Buried History: Social Studies Lesson

House Resolution No. 1247, Linda Chapa La Via

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WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are saddened to learn of the death of Leon Max Lederman, who passed away on October 3, 2018; and

Proclamation, Bruce Rauner

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WHEREAS, Leon Max Lederman was born on July 15, 1922, in Manhattan, New York to Morris and Minna Lederman; and,

Application/Proposal To Host Issf 2018, Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy

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One chosen theme—to significantly influence life on our planet through cooperation and collaboration—will give our talented young participants the opportunity to explore STEM based solutions to crucial global challenges.

2013-2014 Executive Summary, Reading Recovery Program Of Iowa, Salli Forbes

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Reading Recovery is a research-­‐based early literacy intervention implemented in schools to provide intensive individual literacy instruction to the lowest achieving first grade students in the core classroom. The goal of the intervention is to accelerate students’ progress to grade-­‐level proficiency in 12 to 20 weeks. Reading Recovery fits response to intervention (RTI) plans by significantly reducing the number of students who need special education services and contributing to the identification of a small number of children who may need specialized long-­‐term assistance. The University of Northern Iowa is an official

University Training Center of the Reading Recovery North American …

A Look At Summer Reading Programs Across Iowa, Salli Forbes, Amy Hutchison, Kristen Missall

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The purpose of this document is to report on the state of summer reading programs in Iowa. This report was commissioned by the Iowa Reading Research Center to better understand the types of current summer reading programming and how summer programs are conducted and supported.

2012-2013 Executive Summary, Reading Recovery Center Of Iowa, Salli Forbes

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Reading Recovery is a research-­‐based early literacy intervention implemented in schools to provide intensive individual literacy instruction to the lowest achieving first grade students in the core classroom. The goal of the intervention is to accelerate students’ progress to grade-­‐level proficiency in 12 to 20 weeks. Reading Recovery fits response to intervention (RTI) plans by significantly reducing the number of students who need special education services and contributing to the identification of a small number of children who may need specialized long-­‐term assistance.

The University of Northern Iowa is an official University Training Center of the Reading Recovery North American …

Report On The State Of Pk-3 Literacy Instruction In Iowa, Salli Forbes, Amy Hutchinson, John Hosp, Ralph Reynolds

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The purpose of this document is to report on the state of PK-3 literacy and literacy instruction in Iowa. This report was commissioned by the Iowa Reading Research Center in an effort to better understand the needs for literacy instruction in Iowa.

Specifically, this report addresses the following topics:

(1) Classroom Literacy Instruction

(2) Professional Activities of Principals and Teachers

(3) Resources

(4) Area Education Agency Support

(5) Summary Programs

(6) Demographics

Imsa360: Spring 2012, Imsa Fund

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IMSA Founding Father and Nobel Laureate Dr. Leon Lederman has spent the better part of 90 years tirelessly improving science education. Because of his legacy, Illinois, the nation and the world will reap the benefits for generations to come.

On April 14, 2012 at IMSA’s 25th Anniversary Gala, members of the IMSA community celebrated the 90th birthday of a state and national treasure—Dr. Leon Lederman. It was a fitting tribute for a man who changed the lives and futures of generations of talented students in Illinois by giving them a home where they could reach their full potential.

2011-2012 Executive Summary, Reading Recovery Center Of Iowa, Salli Forbes

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Reading Recovery is a research-­‐based early literacy intervention implemented in schools to provide intensive individual literacy instruction to first grade students having the greatest difficulty learning to read and write. The goal of the intervention is to accelerate students’ progress to on-­‐grade level competency in 12 to 20 weeks. Reading Recovery also serves as a response to intervention (RTI) program for a small number of children who may need specialized longer-­‐term assistance.

The University of Northern Iowa is an official University Training Center of the Reading Recovery North American Trainers Group. Dr. Salli Forbes is the Director/Trainer of the Reading …

2010-2011 Executive Summary, Reading Recovery Center Of Iowa, Salli Forbes

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Reading Recovery is a research-­‐based early literacy intervention implemented in schools to provide intensive individual literacy instruction to first grade students having the greatest difficulty learning to read and write. The goal of the intervention is to accelerate students’ progress to on-­‐grade level competency in 12 to 20 weeks. Reading Recovery also serves as a response to intervention (RTI) program for a small number of children who may need specialized longer-­‐term assistance.

The University of Northern Iowa is an official University Training Center of the Reading Recovery North American Trainers Group. Dr. Salli Forbes is the Director/Trainer of the Reading …

Overview Flyer, The Davinci Institute

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The DaVinci Institute is a private partnership of leaders in higher education across the state of Oklahoma. Founded in 1998 as a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, DaVinci's goal is to maintain the mission to promote a statewide cultural renaissance by building academic and community partnerships, programming and awareness of the importance of the transformation of education in the 21st century. Members and supports include both public and private institutions of higher learning.

2009-2010 Executive Summary, Reading Recovery Center Of Iowa, Salli Forbes

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Reading Recovery is a research-based early literacy intervention implemented in schools to provide intensive individual literacy instruction to first grade students having the greatest difficulty learning to read and write. The goal of the intervention is to accelerate students’ progress to on-grade level competency in 12 to 20 weeks. Reading Recovery also serves as a response to intervention (RTI) program for a small number of children who may need specialized longer-term assistance.

The University of Northern Iowa is an official University Training Center of the Reading Recovery North American Trainers Group. Dr. Salli Forbes is the Director/Trainer of the Reading …

Event Program: Dinner And Conversation With Rich Taylor, Rich Taylor

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Rich Taylor, whose experience in fine arts includes 27 years in executive leadership posts with the Walt Disney company, is the Dean of the Weitzenhoffer Family College of Fine Arts at the University of Oklahoma.

Taylor, an Enid native and 1972 OU alumnus, has served as interim director of the college since June 2008. His career at Disney, one of the world's largest entertainment companies, included 10 years as vice president of entertainment and costuming for Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Fla.

2008-2009 Executive Summary, Reading Recovery Center Of Iowa, Salli Forbes

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Reading Recovery is a research-­‐based early literacy intervention implemented in schools to provide intensive individual literacy instruction to first grade students having the greatest difficulty learning to read and write. The goal of the intervention is to accelerate students’ progress to on-­‐grade level competency in 12 to 20 weeks. Reading Recovery also serves as a response to intervention (RtI) program for a small number of children who may need specialized longer-­‐term assistance.

The University of Northern Iowa is an official University Training Center of the Reading Recovery North American Trainers Group. Dr. Salli Forbes is the Director/Trainer of the Reading …

2007-2008 Executive Summary, Reading Recovery Center Of Iowa, Salli Forbes

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Reading Recovery is a research-based early literacy intervention implemented in schools to provide intensive individual literacy instruction to first grade students having the greatest difficulty learning to read and write. The goal of the intervention is to accelerate students’ progress to on-grade level competency in 12 to 20 weeks. Reading Recovery also serves as a response to intervention (RtI) program for a small number of children who may need specialized longer-term assistance.

The University of Northern Iowa is an official University Training Center of the Reading Recovery North American Trainers Group. Salli Forbes, Ph.D. is the director/trainer of the Reading …

Our History, The Davinci Institute

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In 1997, the Kirkpatrick Foundation convened a meeting of faculty from the various arts departments of public and private universities and colleges in Oklahoma. The purpose was to identify resources and possible collaborative opportunities that would ultimately heighten Oklahoma’s cultural education climate. The group continued to meet regularly, and over time friendships and partnerships were developed among campus faculty of singular institutions as well as among faculty across institutional lines.

2005 Davinci Institute Navigational Map, The Davinci Institute

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2005 DaVinci Institute Navigational Map.

2005 Davinci Scholar Nominee Form, The Davinci Institute

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The Da Vinci Foundation is an historic educational partnership whose goal is to impact the arts, sciences, humanities and education in Oklahoma through increased partnerships, programming and public awareness. It is the vision of the Da Vinci Institute to provide programs that encourage critical thinking and creativity and promote partnerships and collaborations with other organizations that will further these programs.

Each year a committee selects a winner(s) of the DaVinci Scholar's award in P-12 teaching. The selected educator will receive a $1000 stipend and a Da Vinci Scholar Plaque designed specifically for this award. The P-12 school district and the …

Bylaws Of The Davinci Institute, The Davinci Institute

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Bylaws of The DaVinci Institute (an Oklahoma Not For Profit Corporation.)

Davinci Institute Timeline, The Davinci Institute

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Timeline of the DaVinci Institute from 1998 through 2004.

The DaVinci Institute is a private partnership of leaders in higher education across the state of Oklahoma. Founded in 1998 as a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, DaVinci's goal is to maintain the mission to promote a statewide cultural renaissance by building academic and community partnerships, programming and awareness of the importance of the transformation of education in the 21st century. Members and supports include both public and private institutions of higher learning.

Davinci Objectives 2004, The Davinci Institute

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Objective One: Parallel to the continued support of existing programs for advanced students in the arts, support the development and implementation of ongoing, sequential, comprehensive programs of study that include all students, enabling them to meet basic arts proficiencies.

Objective Two: Solidify unity among Oklahoma college and university arts programs as a means of strengthening programs and enhancing offerings.

Objective Three: Increase the general public’s awareness of college and university arts programs as a means of strengthening interest in and support of those programs, as well as the arts in general.

Davinci Institute List Of Accomplishments January 2001-May 2004, The Davinci Institute

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DaVinci Institute List of Accomplishments January 2001-May 2004.

Putting Reading First With Reading Recovery: Sustained Effects Of The Reading Recovery Intervention In Iowa, Salli Forbes, Mike Szymczuk

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Reading Recovery (RR) is a research-based, highly effective, short-term intervention, which has demonstrated positive results in Iowa for the lowest achieving readers and writers in first grade. Since it was first introduced to Iowa in 1991, the implementation of Reading Recovery has expanded to districts across the state. Currently, over 5,000 Iowa first graders receive the intervention annually.

Each year in Iowa 75% or more of the children who receive a full series of Reading Recovery lessons successfully achieve average or better reading and writing competency. When this happens the intervention is “discontinued”. These results have been replicated for several …