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Help with a Gingerbread Man class project

by Melissa

Dec 4, 2007

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My class will be reading the story the Gingerbread Man and
doing a project with it. I am asking if anyone would mind
assisting with this... if you would like to please email
me at [email removed].

Project letter:
My name is the Gingerbread Man, my friend in CLass 2H was
reading a story about me a...See More

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$1,000 Prize Middle School Launch Challenge (RocketryO

by Joy

Dec 5, 2007

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The Mississippi State University Rocket Team and NAR
Section #695 want to announce the first MSU Space Cowboys
Middle School Launch Challenge (MSLC). It will be held
April 12, 2008 at Mississippi State University. The
winning team will win $1,000 School teams and other groups
(girl scouts, boy scouts, et...See More

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Teacher salaries and benefits

by Merrill

Jan 8, 2008

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For those of you that teach in Louisiana... how much is
deducted from a typical paycheck for healthcare? I have 2
kids, and someone was telling me that a teacher could have
up to $450 deducted per check for health care.

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Selena/4th /blockquote>

I have about $240 that comes out of my check each time. This
is for family coverage

Jan 13, 2008

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State hiring freeze?

by Merrill

Jan 18, 2008

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The governor of Louisiana announced a state hiring freeze
this week.

Does this affect teachers? I sure hope not!

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New PreK Comprehensive Curriculum

by Sarah/Pk/la

Jan 19, 2008

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I know that the PreK portion of the comprehensive
curriculum was being redone. For some reason I had it in
my head that it was supposed to be done by Christmas. Does
anyone know if it is finished, or when it should be
available to teachers? Thanks in advance for any help!

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Sheri /blockquote>

On 3/20/08, Michele LA wrote:
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>> I heard that the new revisions were 10 big units. So is this going
>> to allow us more time on the themes?
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> Yes, there are 10 big units and 29 weeks of lesson plans giving
> teachers some wiggle room to extend units or add unit...See More

Mar 20, 2008

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Sandra Dear Michele,

I am working on getting three proprietary curriculum on the Pre-K curriculum approval list. Can you give me any suggestions on the process--or recommendations of key stakeholders?

Sandra

On 2/16/08, sue wrote: > Hi Michele, > I haven't posted in a long time and was glad to see the post about > the...See MoreDear Michele,

I am working on getting three proprietary curriculum on the Pre-K curriculum approval list. Can you give me any suggestions on the process--or recommendations of key stakeholders?

Sandra

On 2/16/08, sue wrote: > Hi Michele, > I haven't posted in a long time and was glad to see the post about > the new CC for Pre-K. I saw a sampling at the conference in Baton > Rouge. Many thanks to you Mary and the rest of the committee. > > Sue ( Jeff Parish Pre-K) > > On 1/24/08, Michele LA wrote: >> Well, I have a LONG history with the Dept. of Ed. I've served on >> many committees over the years: selecting screening instruments >> for pre-k, writing pre-k standards, writing pre-k math GLEs, and >> now writing and re-writing pre-k comprehensive curriculum. Most of >> these were unpaid volunteer positions but my expenses were paid >> and professional leave was granted. >> >> I believe that the main key to being asked to do these things is >> to make yourself visible and building your reputation in the >> field. I worked closely with LAECA (Louisiana Early Childhood >> Assoc.) by volunteering to work on the board (used to publish the >> newsletter years ago) and by working with the conference committee >> as a presenter every year for several years. I also presented at >> the LA Dept. of Ed. Early Childhood conference most years. This >> got my name out there and allowed me to show that I know my stuff >> in ece. >> >> Another thing that seems to have given me another level of >> credibility is my National Board certification. That got my name >> on some lists at the DOE and when the committees were being formed >> for writing the GLEs and the curriculum, I was called. >> >> So I would say that you have to go way beyond your principal to >> get involved in these kinds of projects. My principal knew nothing >> about the state level assignments until I approached him with >> them. As a formality, the DOE and I asked for his approval and the >> approval of my superintendent for me to participate. I can't >> imagine either of them objecting. >> >> If you are serious about becoming more involved, I would recommend >> that you begin by submitting proposals to be a presenter at annual >> conferences in your field and by becoming an active member of one >> or more professional organization. If you do a good job, things >> can quickly begin to come your way once you get your name and face >> out there. Good luck!

Nov 25, 2008

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censorship

by dude

Jan 20, 2008

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Anybody notice censorship on these boards?

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Christina /blockquote>

As far as what? I think that the teachers tend to act
professionally. Most sites have a way to flag inappropriate
messages. I'll check into it.
On 1/20/08, dude wrote:
> Anybody notice censorship on these boards?

Mar 16, 2008

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teachnola

by Adriana Carlson

Jan 22, 2008

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I have recently sent my CV to teachnola for a position as
an ESL teacher. I would like to hear all pros and cons to
accepting a positon with teachnola.

Thanks, Adriana Carlson

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Helen/HS/La. /blockquote>

AND lend a hand in the rebuilding effort, you could come apply in EBR. Baton
Rouge is now the largest city in the state. WHY? Because so many New Orleanians
did want to leave New Orleans, or couldn't return, but do not want to leave south
Louisiana, so this is the next best thing. (East Baton Rouge Parish, along wi...See More

May 3, 2008

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future teacher /blockquote>

Thanks for the heads up. I will definitely keep a look out. I had the pleasure of
staying in Baton Rouge in '96 for a whole month and I loved it. In fact, it's just
the kind of laid back city I need away from the hustle & bustle of Houston. As
soon as I get my certification, I'mma comma running. :)

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May 5, 2008

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Looking for a rural area to teach

by Jim

Jan 22, 2008

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Hi, my wife and I currently live in Wisconsin, but we are
looking to move to Louisiana to teach. We'd prefer a rural
area.

Where can I find a listing of teaching jobs in LA?

What would I have to do to get certified in LA?

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Selena/4th /blockquote>

You could look at Louisiana Department of Education website
for both. It won't give you all the jobs in Louisiana as not
all school boards post jobs there, but it could be a start.

Selena/4th

Jan 24, 2008

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