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Umaine Youth Program Earns Another National Award, Kay Hyatt
Umaine Youth Program Earns Another National Award, Kay Hyatt
General University of Maine Publications
The National Youth Sports Program at the University of Maine has been named one of the best in the country for the third time in its seven-year history. In announcing the 1999 Meritorious Program award winners, the National Collegiate Athletic Association recognized the UMaine program for outstanding leadership, service to children and community involvement. The UMaine NYSP received a first-year commendation award in 1993 and earned a meritorious program award in 1994.
New Educational Partnership Sharing Responsibility, Resources To Improve K-12 Teaching And Learning, Kay Hyatt
New Educational Partnership Sharing Responsibility, Resources To Improve K-12 Teaching And Learning, Kay Hyatt
General University of Maine Publications
A new partnership forged on common goals to improve K-12 teaching and learning is off to a strong start this fall, with expanded representation and an ambitious agenda. The Penobscot River Educational Partnership: A Professional Development Network (PREP:PDN), unites the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development and seven area school systems in a collaborative effort that links all areas of teacher preparation and professional development. The network is based on sharing and strengthening resources and expertise.
Teaching: A Demanding Job In High Demand, Kay Hyatt
Teaching: A Demanding Job In High Demand, Kay Hyatt
General University of Maine Publications
Increasingly, Maine is confronting the national problem of filling teaching positions, particularly at the middle school and high school levels, and key leadership posts with well-prepared, highly qualified educators. Even though the state is not experiencing a surge in K-12 enrollment like some other areas of the county, its well-established, senior teaching force is reaching retirement in great proportions.
Coaching Education Center Honors Sports Medicine Pioneer, Kay Hyatt
Coaching Education Center Honors Sports Medicine Pioneer, Kay Hyatt
General University of Maine Publications
The Maine Center for Coaching Education has honored retired Colby College educator and athletic trainer Carl E. Nelson of Waterville for his outstanding contributions to the promotion and practice of sports medicine in Maine. A pioneer in the care and prevention of athletic injuries, Nelson is the 1999 recipient of the Robert J. Lahey Sports Medicine Award.
Future Teachers To Learn Violence Prevention Strategies, Kay Hyatt
Future Teachers To Learn Violence Prevention Strategies, Kay Hyatt
General University of Maine Publications
University of Maine students preparing to be teachers will get some expert advice on how to recognize the clues and deal with the realities of bias, harassment and violence in today’s schools. A Nov. 5 workshop for students in the College of Education and Human Development’s teacher candidacy and Master of Arts in Teaching programs will focus on early detection of problems and positive intervention.
Bell Atlantic Gift Boosts Umaine Technology Training For Teachers, Kay Hyatt
Bell Atlantic Gift Boosts Umaine Technology Training For Teachers, Kay Hyatt
General University of Maine Publications
Technology is changing the way the world communicates and how teachers teach and students learn in Maine classrooms. A new partnership to further expand the digital bridge from classroom to a transformed society was announced today by the Bell Atlantic Foundation and the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development.
Umaine Offers New Graduate Program In Instructional Technology, Kay Hyatt
Umaine Offers New Graduate Program In Instructional Technology, Kay Hyatt
General University of Maine Publications
Maine schools are wired, expect additional funding for computer hardware and software, and students are eager to enhance their learning with cutting-edge technology. Beginning this fall, a new graduate program from the University of Maine will address the critical need for a more technologically advanced K-12 teaching force.
New Educational Partnership Shares Responsibility, Resources To Improve K-12 Teaching And Learning, Kay Hyatt
New Educational Partnership Shares Responsibility, Resources To Improve K-12 Teaching And Learning, Kay Hyatt
General University of Maine Publications
A new partnership forged on common goals and needs unites the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development and seven area school systems in a commitment to improve teaching and learning by bridging the gap between educational theory and classroom practice. The collaborative network, based on sharing and strengthening resources and expertise, links all areas of teacher preparation and continuing development.
Umaine Education Project Winners Announced, Kay Hyatt
Umaine Education Project Winners Announced, Kay Hyatt
General University of Maine Publications
Nearly 70 students from the University of Maine's College of Education and Human Development presented displays of their senior projects at the recent fall poster session. Winners have been named in four categories. The students choose either an educational research or a school practice topic to explore in depth and present as a capstone project to the senior seminar. The displays and presentations were judged by members of Phi Delta Kappa, the international organization for professional educators.