Tuesday, 30 September 2014

[YEP-DC] Spring internship with the Brown Center on Education Policy at the Brookings Institution

Hi all, The Brown Center on Education Policy at the Brookings Institution is currently accepting applications for a spring 2015 internship. Spring internships run from January to May. Please note that all positions are unpaid.Brown Center interns will provide research support to Brown Center scholars and research staff. Research topics may include school choice, teacher evaluation, standardized testing,...
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[YEP-DC] You're Invited to the ETS Research Forum: What Does it Mean to be Work Ready: A Talent Supply Chain Perspective

      You're invited to the ETS Research Forum What Does it Mean to be Work Ready: A Talent Supply Chain Perspective When: Tuesday, October 14, 2014 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. (lunch provided) Where: Educational Testing Service 1800 K Street NW, Ninth Floor...
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[dcab-l] Weekend Bluegrass Concert Series - new web address

The "WEEKEND BLUEGRASS CONCERT SERIES" in Herndon has a new web address for its homepage as a result of recent changes in host servers and church webmasters.  The "new" homepage is up and running but I'm still doing a bit of tweeking here and there.  Here are the old and the new URL:   OLD:  http://www.holycrosslutheranchurch.net/?page_id=18   NEW:  http://hclcbluegrass.wordpress.com...
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[dcab-l] Bluegrass Reminders for Maryland

A couple of Bluegrass reminders:   Bluegrass For Hospice is hosting a Community Fundraiser Night at the Roy Rogers Restaurant this Sunday October 5 from 5 – 8 pm. Enjoy "live" Bluegrass music by local musicians from members of: Bubby Abell's Spoon Creek band, Recycled Bluegrass, Charlie Thompson's Bottom County Bluegrass (which are all be part of this years Bluegrass For Hospice-2014-see below). ...
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[YEP-DC] New YEP-DC Blog Post: Why Rural Charters Are a Bad Idea

In his latest post for Recess, blogger Matt Richmond explains why rural charter schools do more harm than good, by drawing on his own experiences in international development. Choice, he says, isn't best supported in a rural environment. "In urban areas, with more infrastructure, money, and greater population densities, it's a solid premise...
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[dcab-l] BILL EMERSON AT LUCKETTS THIS SATURDAY

Bill Emerson and Sweet Dixie will kick off the 41st season of weekly concerts at The Old Schoolhouse of the Lucketts, VA Community Center (42361 Lucketts Road, Leesburg, VA 20176) this Saturday, October 4, 2014.     Show Time: 7 pm Doors Open: 6 PMAdmission: $15Food: hot dogs, barbeque sandwiches, drinks, and other snacksFor directions and...
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Monday, 29 September 2014

[YEP-DC] Feature teacher

We are celebrating new teachers. The New Teacher Boot Camp is searching for exceptional new teachers (years 1-5). Please nominate an innovative educator. All finalist will be interviewed, featured on our site and receive a gift certificate valued at $100! Please forward this information to new phenomenal new teachers in your life. We are...
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[YEP-DC] Event announcement: Duke in Washington discussion on education in the midterm elections

Please join Duke in Washington for the below event in our DC office.  Duke University Election Discussion Series: Education in Focus The third installment of Duke University's Election Discussion Series will explore the impact education issues are having on the upcoming midterm elections.  From Common Core to issues of funding and teacher pay, education has sparked heated debate across the electoral...
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[YEP-DC] THIS WEEK Volunteer Opportunities with Turning the Page in DC Schools

Volunteers Needed at Turning the Page's Community Nights in DC Schools! At Turning the Page we engage families, teachers, and students so that the children's learning doesn't stop when the school day ends. We host Community Nights and Parent Leadership Conferences at 6 DC Public Schools that bring families from our partner schools together. Our Community Nights start this week and we need you! We need your...
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Sunday, 28 September 2014

[dcab-l] Going No Mail

How do I do this? I've gone to Google Groups and I don't see anything about it. Mike Marceau "More War is Not a Plan or a Solution" http://www.veteransforpeace.org/our-work/position-statements/veterans-group-response-president-obamas-plan-confront-isil-says-they-are-disappointed-not-surprised/more-war-not-plan-or-solution/ ____________________________________________________________ The #1...
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[YEP-DC] [Edutainment Unlimited]

Good Morning YEP-DC,Please read below for information about Edutainment Unlimited, a new organization in DC that provides a vehicle for self-expression using story-telling and song writing. See the attached for more details. Edutainment Unlimited Empowering Voices, Empowering Minds through Rhythm and Rhymes About Us Edutainment Unlimited is a blooming organization that inspires and empowers urban youth through...
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Saturday, 27 September 2014

[dcab-l] Roommate Needed for WOB

For anyone (like me) who waited until the last minute..... I have a room for IBMA/WOB. It's the Red Roof PLUS Raleigh NCSU - Convention Center at 1813 South Saunders St, Raleigh, NC, 27603. 919-833-6005. I'ts a non-smoking room with 2 full beds and a micro fridge. Prices vary by day of the week. I'm there for 6 nights (arrive Mon check out Sun) and my bill will be about $600. That's $50/day/person. It's 2 miles from...
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Friday, 26 September 2014

[YEP-DC] Teach Plus opportunities for teachers!

Register for Teach Plus C2 Initiative-Courses start October 1!Are you looking for an opportunity to collaborate with fellow teachers on the Common Core? Are you excited about participating in professional development led by a current classroom teacher? If so, register now for one of four weekly courses where you will have the opportunity to collaborate with teachers from across the D.C. metro area to learn and try effective...
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[YEP-DC] JOB at Arabella Advisors

Hello everyone,A friend of mine asked me to share this job listing: http://www.arabellaadvisors.com/careers/open-position/?gnk=job&gni=8a87142e47fcd1f801481303d78b04fe (more info pasted below, too).It sounds like the position will include significant education work but will also touch on other areas. I don't have additional info so if you want to apply/have questions I'd suggest you see the website.Rachel---Associate...
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[dcab-l] Bluegrass Club moves to Vint Hill - Fourth session starts October 2 (Thursday)

Hello to all. Please read this email carefully.As good a deal as we had at Pace West these last few months, the popularity of the building (and the scheduling conflicts that came with it) and the closing off of space due to the renovations has put the squeeze on our flexibility. The scheduling problems that moved us around at our last meeting and forced us to cancel our open mic finale for Session II causes considerable uncertainty...
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[YEP-DC] Job Postings: Campus-Based & Network Office Positions @ Achievement Prep

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