NERC PROPOSAL DEADLINE EXTENDED TO AUGUST 1ST

The program for NERC 42, April 11-13, 2011, is in need of a few more one hour sessions. If you are interested in submitting one, the form can be accessed on this web site. You can either print it out, fill it in and send three copies as directed. Or you may simply type up the information required (without the questions or prompts) and send three copies. It would be helpful if you could also e-mail a copy to Janna Bremer at bremerj@norwoodlight.com so that she will know to expect it and can work it into the schedule.

NERC 2011 Proposal Forms

NERC 2011 Proposals - Updated Return Deadline: August 1, 2010

Proposal Directions and Proposal Form are both available for download. (NOTE The forms still show the old deadline date…)

Both are PDF format for easy printing. Note: As before, PDFs are stored on this author’s (Algot Runeman) website to make most efficient use of server space.

SAVE THE DATE: NERC 2011 - APRIL 11-13

An overwhelming majority (95%) of attendees at the 2010 NERC said that the Sturbridge site was excellent and the conference was a winner. The combination of our usual excellent clinics, workshops and sessions with lower hotel rates, no parking fees and a more central location appealed to many.

We are pleased to be returning to the Sturbridge Host Hotel and Conference Center for NERC 2011 under the leadership of Robert Kostka, our President-Elect.  read more »

TEACHER OPENINGS IN BARNSTABLE AND FONTBONNE ACADEMY

BARNSTABLE HIGH SCHOOL

Barnstable currently is advertising for a full time high school history teacher. The position involves teaching two freshman (world history) and two junior (US II) classes, both at the college prep level. Please send good candidates my way!

Thanks, Ginny

Virginia Turner Social Studies Curriculum Coordinator, 6-12 Barnstable School District 744 W. Main Street Hyannis, MA 02601 (508) 790-6445 x201 (508) 790-6490 x210

FONTBONNE ACADEMY  read more »

Openings at Norwood High School for 2010-11

Good Afternoon, At Norwood High we are anticipating the following openings for 2010-2011:

.6- 3 classes of US I

1.0- 5 classes of US II

If you should know anyone who might be interested they should send their letter of interest, resume, copy of licensure, transcripts and 3 recent letters of reference to the following address:

Norwood Public Schools Human Resources Office PO Box 67 275 Prospect Street Norwood, MA 02062

These positions will be advertised/posted soon. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Thanks for your time.  read more »

   - Jason

Job Opening - Carver Middle School (Grade6/7 World Geog./Anc. History)

Carver Middle High School is now accepting applications for a Grade 6/7 (world Geography/Ancient History) teacher… so if you have anyone waiting in the wings please have them apply. The ad was in this week’s Boston Globe but here are the specific documents required: Letter of Application Certification in History 5-9 (and 8-12 is a plus) Current resume Transcripts 3 Letters of Recommendation

Send information to Ms.Elizabeth Sorrell, Superintendant of Schools, Carver Public Schools 3 Carver Square Carver, MA 02330

James Otis Lecture Open to High School Students - September 17, 2010

      On September 17, 2010, the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates ("Mass ABOTA") will host its third annual James Otis Lecture.  The lecture will be held in the Chamber of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and is free and open to all high schools in the Commonwealth.  Ben Kahrl, a member of the South Shore Social Studies Supervisors,is on the Board of Advisors.  He is a history teacher at Dartmouth High, and I am sure he will be happy to discuss this with you or any member of your staff.  Here is a brief review of the program:
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Free Online Video Series on the Civil Rights Movement - "Finishing the Dream"

“Finishing the Dream” www.nbclearn.com/finishingthedream is a new, free online video series for teachers, students, and parents bringing the civil rights movement to life so that students can see what actually happened and hear and see the people who actually participated in the movement. Some details:

• Free online video resource • Chronicles 60 years of the Civil Rights movement • More than 100 stories from the NBC News archives  read more »

POST JOB OPENINGS HERE

If your district has job openings, post them here and you will be sure to find educators who are tuned in to the wisdom of being a part of the professional organizations that represent their field of teaching and offer many opportunities to enhance their teaching skills and knowledge.

Those of you who have job openings are asked to e-mail the particulars to bremerj@norwoodlight.com.

The information will be posted on our web site as soon as possible.

HISTORICAL JOURNAL OF MASSACHUSETTS: CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

HISTORICAL JOURNAL OF MASSACHUSETTS: CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS The Historical Journal of Massachusetts (HJM) is currently seeking articles for our upcoming 75th Anniversary issue (Spring 2011) about any aspect of Massachusetts history. We are also seeking book reviewers. Each 180 pp. issue includes 6-8 major articles, a “Teaching Resources Section” designed for 6th-12th grade teachers, a “Photo Essay,” an “Editor’s Choice” special selection, and 10-12 book reviews.  read more »