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Study Examines Conflict Between Sleep Needs And School Start Time, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Teens' struggles to get up in the morning and stay awake in class have more to do with science than with stereotyping. But delaying the start time of school to accommodate those sleep needs is more complicated and far reaching than a simple internal adjustment, according to a recent report from the University of Maine

Funding Available For Umaine Early Intervention Graduate Courses, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Full tuition is available for four graduate-level, special education courses to be offered by the University during the spring 2002 semester. Funded by a U.S. Department of Education grant, the early intervention courses are funded by a U.S. Department of Education grant and will be taught at sites around the state.

The courses are provided collaboratively by UMaine's College of Education and Human Development and Center for Community Inclusion. Students may pursue either a master's degree with a specialization in early intervention or the state endorsement (certification) option required for a Maine Teacher of Young Children with Disabilities - Birth …

Fy2001 Annual Report On Research And Development, University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine System is required to submit in January of each year an annual report on the utilization of state research appropriations for operations and state research capital bonds. The report is to cover the most recently completed fiscal year.

Middle School Educators Honored, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

The Maine Association for Middle Level Education (MAMLE) honored exemplary educators at its 2001 annual fall conference. Nearly 400 middle level educators from across Maine as well as visitors from New Hampshire, Virginia and Ohio attended the event held at Sugarloaf USA.

MAMLE is the professional association of teachers, administrators and parents who have joined together to support the development of quality programs to serve the needs of young adolescents. It exists to promote a better understanding of middle grades education and serves as a source of ideas, information and support.

Umaine Students Recognized For Academic Achievement, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

One hundred students in The University of Maine's College of Education and Human Development were recognized recently for outstanding academic achievement. The students, representing communities throughout Maine, seven other states and Canada, were honored at the Presidential Academic Achievement Award Ceremony, attended by faculty and family members.

Leadership Network Continues Expansion, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

The Maine School Leadership Network is recruiting teachers and school-level administrators throughout the state for the third cycle of its school-based leadership development program, which begins in May. Based on the successful Maine Academy of School Leaders model of the early 1990s, the two-year program is helping develop strong educational leadership at the administrative and classroom levels to move schools toward successful implementation of the Maine Learning Results.

Umaine Celebration To Honor Popular Athletic Trainer, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

University of Maine legendary athletic trainer Wes Jordan will be the guest of honor Friday, Dec. 14 at a celebration launching a fund-raising campaign to establish a state-of-the-art training facility in his honor.

The kick-off of the $1.25 million project for the Wes Jordan Athletic Training Education Complex will be held from 2-4 p.m. at UMaine's Lengyel Gym, where the training room and lab will be built in existing space.

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 fourth time in its nine-year history. In announcing the 2001 Meritorious Program award winners, National Youth Sports Corporation President Edward Thiebe recognized the UMaine program for outstanding leadership and performance, service to children and community involvement.

Annual Book Drive Under Way, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Children's books for needy area youngsters from toddlers to teens are again being collected by the College of Education and Human Development at The University of Maine. The public is invited to join in this annual tradition by donating new books or used books in very good condition.

The books will be distributed by the Orono-Old Town Kiwanis Club at the service organization's annual holiday party for area children, scheduled for Dec. 8.

2001-02 Women's Basketball Media Guide, Umaine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

Don’t be confused by Sharon Versyp’s personable demeanor and easy-going smile. Behind that exterior is a fiercely intense competitor who has worked hard and enjoyed success at every stop in her playing and professional career.

This made her first season as a head coach all the more challenging. Versyp took over an inexperienced squad that was further weakened by team injuries and departures. After being selected sixth in the preseason coaches poll, she led her team, made of just eight players at the end of the 2001-2002 campaign, to a respectable fourth-place finish.

Summary Of Fall 2001 Enrollments, University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

This report provided summary information regarding University enrollments.

2001-2002 Swimming And Diving Media Guide, Umaine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams are prepared to make another run at the America East Championships in the 2001-2002 season. A talented and experienced Black Bear team will seek to build on a solid core group of returners, with the addition of a strong collection of first-year swimmers and divers. Head Coach Jeff Wren begins his 12th campaign and is joined for the fourth consecutive season by assistant coaches Mark Babin and diving coach Jaret Lizzotte. Past Black Bear standout Susie Lizzotte enters her third year on Wren’s staff.

Education Partnership Names Director, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

A regional partnership forged three years ago to improve K-12 teaching and learning has built a strong foundation and recently named a director to provide leadership for its ambitious agenda.

Nancy Yoder of Hampden, associate professor of educational leadership at the University of Maine, will devote half her workload to facilitating and coordinating activities of the Penobscot River Educational Partnership: A Professional Development Network.

Homework Research Reflects Benefits, Shortfalls, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Nothing brings the beliefs and practices of a school directly into family life or influences the household like homework. A recent report from the University of Maine helps educators, parents and students take a step back from the emotional debate and a look at some objective research on the issue.

The Center for Research and Evaluation at UMaine's College of Education and Human Development has compiled a summary of some of the national research examining the pros and cons of homework over the past two decades.

Upward Bound Seeks New Members, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

The Upward Bound program at the University of Maine is recruiting new students for this fall. The federally funded college preparatory program is seeking eligible high school students in the targeted schools of Deer Isle-Stonington, Foxcroft Academy (Dover-Foxcroft), Katahdin (Stacyville), Penobscot Valley (Howland), Piscataquis Community (Guilford), Stearns (Millinocket) and Mattanawcook Academy (Lincoln).

Remarks Of Peter S. Hoff On The State Of The University Of Maine, Peter S. Hoff

General University of Maine Publications

Text of remarks prepared by Peter S. Hoff for the State of the University, September 2001.

Wired For Wireless, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Shibles Hall may look typical 1950's from the outside, but there's nothing dated about the technology it now sports on all four floors. Due to innovative use of a donor's gift, Shibles is a prototype for the University of Maine campus in wireless technology. The building is now 100 percent wired for wireless, with a power hub system capable of handling up to 100 portable computers at a time.

University Of Maine Volleyball Media Guide, 2001, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

"I feel like this is the best volleyball team we’ve ever assembled at the University of Maine.” Strong words from Head Coach Sue Medley, who begins her third year at the helm of the Black Bear Volleyball program. After enduring a winless 1999 campaign, in UMaine’s return to NCAA Division I play after a 16-year absence, Medley led a talented bunch of newcomers to a 12-18 record in 2000. And while that was a tremendous turnaround for the program, Coach Medley has her sights set on something bigger for 2001: the America East Tournament.

Remarks Of Peter S. Hoff On September 11, 2001, Peter S. Hoff

General University of Maine Publications

Text of University President Peter Hoff's comments to the campus community following the events of September 11, 2001

2001-2002 Men's Hockey Media Guide, University Of Maine Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

The 2001-02 University of Maine hockey team may return several familiar faces, but it's strengths and weaknesses will not at all resemble last year's 20-12-7 Black Bear Squad.

Defense carried the 2000-01 Black Bears to their 11th NCAA appearance in 17 seasons under the direction of Head Coach Shawn Walsh. UMaine finished last season ranked seventh nationally and sixth in scoring defense, allowing only 2.44 goals against per contest.

Aspirations Research Leaps From Classroom To Sports Arena, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

A new initiative from the National Center for Student Aspirations (NCSA) at the University of Maine is expanding its work in the classroom to the playing field and tackling the hotly debated issue of what’s appropriate and in the best interest of young athletes.

The controversial world of sports is becoming more contentious as the intense competitive nature of college and professional athletics reach the nation’s middle and high schools and put unrealistic expectations on students and coaches, according to Russ Quaglia, director of the NCSA and associate professor at UMaine.

Field Hockey Media Guide, 2001, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine Field Hockey Complex is home to the Maine Black Bears. It features an all-turf playing surface, scoreboard and bleachers that seats up to 500 spectators.

Forum To Discuss Issues In Middle Level Sports, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Middle school kids are causing a lot of conversation and controversy in the sports arena. Not because of their behavior, but because they are caught in the middle of competing interests shaped by tradition, policy, parents and the desire to do what's best for youngsters going through tremendous life changes - physically, emotionally and socially.

Literacy Outside School More Real For Boys, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

The problem with boys as portrayed by the popular media presents only part of a complex picture of the social, school and literate lives of adolescent males, according to a collaborative study from the University of Maine and Rutgers University.

Athletic Directors Institute Opens July 31 At Umaine, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Major issues and needs in sports leadership will be addressed at the fourth annual Athletic Directors' Institute, July 31-August 2 at the University of Maine. Workshops on timely topics ranging from dealing with parental expectations in sports to maintaining athletic fields will be featured, along with intensive training in effective use of technology.

Student Dads Have A Lot On Their Minds: School Stress Squeezes Mental Space For Kids, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

While workplace hassles often spill over into the home and deter dad's interaction with the children, academic stress on student fathers might be more a matter of having too much on their minds. The stress of exams, grades and term papers doesn't appear to affect fathers' overall participation or responsibility in meeting their children's physical, emotional and social needs, according to a study by a University of Maine graduate student. However, school-related stress can cloud dads' mental focus on their children during the day.

Young Authors Camps Set At Umaine, Benton And Wilton, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Some of the state's top writing teachers will lend expertise and encouragement to help students develop composition skills and polish their prose during the annual Young Authors' Camp scheduled July 16-20 at three different locations around the state.

In addition to the day camp at the University of Maine, the program runs for a second season at Benton Elementary School and expands this summer to include a site at the Cushing School in Wilton.

Educators Strategize, Democratize Reading Instruction In New Book, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

What is learned must be taught, and the need for active, sustained instruction in reading doesn't end when students grasp the basics in elementary school. That's the bottom line of a new book that illustrates how to do more than simply throw required reading books at adolescents in the nation's middle and high schools.

Umaine Names Valedictorians And Salutatorian, Joe Carr

General University of Maine Publications

Four valedictorians and one salutatorian represented the University of Maine Class of 2001 in the 198th Commencement. Valedictorians included Kristi Carver of Beals Island, Maine, a landscape horticulture major; Scott Cookson of Glenburn, Maine, an engineering physics major; Jill Fuller of Dixfield, Maine, a communication sciences and disorders major; and Gerti Pellumbia of Tirana, Albania, a business administration major. Rebecca Rozario of Bangor, a mathematics major, earned the title of Salutatorian.

University Of Maine 198th Commencement, Joe Carr

General University of Maine Publications

Press release announcing the awarding of over 1300 degrees during the 198th Commencement at the University of Maine, Orono. Of these awards, 336 Master's degrees and 21 Doctorate degrees were conferred.