NATO Ambassador To Speak At Graduation Before her assignment to Natchez, she taught in Japan and in parochial schoolsacross eastern massachusetts. Sister Marie will receive an honorary Doctorate http://www.bc.edu/bc_org/rvp/pubaf/chronicle/v10/a25/commencement.html
Extractions: US Ambassador to NATO R. Nicholas Burns '78, shown during an appearance at Boston College in the spring of 2000. (File photo) Burns will be presented with an honorary Doctor of Laws degree at the ceremonies, which begin at 10 a.m. and will be held in Conte Forum in the case of rain. BC also will award honorary degrees to: Rev. Robert Bowers '82, pastor of St. Catherine of Siena parish in Charlestown and president of the Chernobyl Children's Project USA; Harvard University professor Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot, who this year was named chair of the board for the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation; Sister Marie Santry, SND, head of the nation's oldest African-American parochial school; prominent theologian and author Rev. John O'Malley, SJ, of the Weston Jesuit School of Theology; and Elisabeth Zweig MSW /MSP '77, executive director of Catholic Charities of Boston. Appointed by President George W. Bush, Burns was sworn in as the US ambassador to NATO by Secretary of State Colin Powell in August of last year. As ambassador, he heads the combined State-Defense Department US Mission to NATO, which promotes American interests on a range of issues including counter-terrorism, the Balkans, missile defense, relations with Russia and the European Union, NATO enlargement and military capabilities.
New Catholic Dictionary: Boston Capital of massachusetts. Few of the early Irish emigrants to Boston were Catholics, Catholics established a parochial school about this date. http://www.catholic-forum.com/saints/ncd01385.htm
Extractions: Capital of Massachusetts. Few of the early Irish emigrants to Boston were Catholics, as they were unwilling to settle in a Puritan colony. Traces of the Catholic Church are found as early as September , when a ship was in port having two priests on board, who were the guests of the governor. Father Druillettes visited Boston, , to discuss with General Gibbons details of a trading pact and alliance with the Canadian French against the Iroquois; it is surmised that he said Mass at the governor's home. The " Weekly Rehearsal 20 March , announces: "We hear that Mass has been performed in town this winter by an Irish priest among some Catholics of his own nation, of whom it is not doubted we have a considerable number among us." During the French and Indian War , 100 French Catholics were arrested in Boston "to prevent any danger the town may be in," but the sheriff refused to hold them. The Boston " Town Records " admitted that toleration in religion was desirable, but excluded "Roman Catholics" because their belief was "subversive of society." A favorite New England diversion was a procession on 5 November of the pope and the devil, in celebration of the "Gunpowder Plot," usually attended by riot. In
04.21.97 - USA Ed.Net Briefs The plan calls for designating 10000 schools by June 1998 as models for involving The previous (1985) Court decision has forced qualified parochial http://www.edbriefs.com/usa96-97/usa04.21.97.html
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Crossmap Christian Directory :: Elementary Saint Bernard s Elementary School Fitchburg, massachusetts. parochial school forpreK through grade 8. Mission statement, contact information, http://dir.crossmap.com/Church_and_Denominations/Denominations/Catholicism/Educa
The Public Eye : Website Of Political Research Associates Opposes public funding of parochial schools. Planned Parenthood League ofMassachusetts, 1055 Commonwealth Ave., Boston, MA 02215, (617) 6161660 http://www.publiceye.org/research/directories/edu_grp_defend.html
Sisters Of Charity-Main The Sisters begin girls classes right away at the parochial school at St.Mary Convent on Barrington Street (at History of massachusetts Ministries http://www.schalifax.ca/sub/06roots/02dates.html
Extractions: (Halifax, Nova Scotia) May 11Four Sisters of Charity of New York arrive in Halifax on SS Cambria at the request of Bishop Wm. Walsh of Halifax. The Sisters begin girls' classes right away at the parochial school at St. Mary Convent on Barrington Street (at Spring Garden).They also begin to take in orphans.
Massachusetts Department Of Education Because passing MCAS has been required for high school graduation for the transferring out of state, transferring to a private or parochial school, http://www.massparents.org/news/2004/passrate_2004.htm
Extractions: Because passing MCAS has been required for high school graduation for the classes of 2003 and 2004, MCAS "pass rates" for these classes also represent graduation rates for Massachusetts. (Starting with the class of 2005, according to the state's application for No Child Left Behind funding, Massachusetts will be required to report the graduation rates based on the number of graduates divided by ninth grade enrollment four years earlier.)
BPS Ask Board Of Education To Reject MCAS On Transcripts Here in massachusetts, we have begun to raise awareness about the those ofprivate or parochial school students who are not required to take the tests. http://boston.k12.ma.us/bps/news/news_3_11_02.asp
Extractions: Boston, MA 02133 Dear Mr. Peyser: We are writing to express our opposition to a proposal that would add students' MCAS scores and performance levels to their high school transcripts. As you know, we have been outspoken supporters of the MCAS as a critical component of standards-based education reform. It is our view, however, that including students' MCAS results on their permanent records may place many Massachusetts public school students at a disadvantage when applying for higher education, scholarships or employment. Here in Massachusetts, we have begun to raise awareness about the effectiveness of MCAS exams as an objective measure of student learning. However, this indicator is specific to our state and may not be understood by college admissions officers and employers in other parts of the country. To include students' scores without providing the necessary context about the scores' meaning would be irresponsible and possibly harmful. If all applicants were assessed on the same indicators, perhaps the playing field would be more level, but how would one compare the performance levels on the MCAS with those on the statewide tests administered, for example, in Texas or New York? Moreover, this additional indicator would be used to assess only public school students, which may render their applications less favorable than those of private or parochial school students who are not required to take the tests. We fear this disparity may be particularly detrimental to public school students from urban areas with higher percentages of low-income families and students in bilingual and special education programs.
What's New - Child Lures Prevention Ms. Perillo writes The Child Lures School Program is a cost effective modelthat can Diocese of Springfield, massachusetts and Child Lures Prevention http://www.childlures.com/news/index.asp
Extractions: Child Lures Prevention Implemented Statewide CHICAGOIn an effort to protect children and prevent child abduction and exploitation in Illinois, Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich today launched the nationally recognized Child Lures Prevention Initiative, which teaches parents and children to recognize potential danger signs and make smart decisions to avoid child predators. The Child Lures Prevention Program, founded by renowned child personal safety expert Ken Wooden, will be introduced in 3,200 public elementary and middle schools statewide as a resource to help protect children against predatory crime. NBC5 in Chicago is partnering with Child Lures Prevention, Gov. Blagojevich, the Illinois State Police, the State Board of Education and the Illinois Principals Association to bring Child Lures Prevention to the children and families of Illinois. NBC 5 will broadcast a one-hour "Smart Choices, Safe Kids: A Child Lures Prevention Town Hall Meeting" on Saturday, September 17, at 6:00 p.m. The town hall meeting will also be broadcast by WMBD-TV/WYZZ-TV in Peoria, KWQC-TV in Davenport, WGEM-TV in Quincy, WPSD-TV in Paducah, WTVO-TV in Rockford, and WCIA-TV in Springfield.
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Bio Info Catholic parochial school had been the bane of my existence and the the Brooklineschools were a revelation. I went to art school after high school and http://www.norahdooley.com/bioinfo.html
Extractions: Norah Dooley is a storyteller and children's author. She lives with her husband, children, cat, 2 horses, a variable number of chickens, in the "back of the beyond" in Central Massachusetts. Her first CD, Music of Angels and other things I've heard, includes Italian folk tales, original stories and other Christmas stories was also self-produced, and it slipped into this world, unnoticed, in 1999. Her latest storytelling CDs are Stories Nobody Told Me: "Italian" Folk tales for all seasons and Stories from the Neighborhood: World Folk tales . Produced by Seat of Her Pants Productions, 2002. Her published picture books, Everybody Cooks Rice, Everybody Bakes Bread, Everybody Serves Soup and Everybody Brings Noodles, (Carolrhoda Books) are four titles in a series about her old neighborhood in Cambridge, MA. For over 12 years, Norah has been presenting workshops throughout New England for people of all ages from early elementary grade students through high school and community college adult learners. Norah has also performed as a featured storyteller in the Christmas and Spring Revels, the Newport Folk Festival, and at 3 Apples Storytelling Festival, Harvard, MA.
Thirteen Points: Perspectives On The Charles Decision Court Rulings on Home Education in massachusetts Overview Brunelle (1998)School officials may not mandate home visits as a condition of approval. http://www.mhla.org/information/gettingstarted/thirteenpoints.htm
Extractions: MHLA Projects Court Rulings on Home Education in Massachusetts: Overview Care and Protection of Charles (1987): Four things that school officials can (not must) ask homeschooling parents to provide: Brunelle (1998) : School officials may not mandate home visits as a condition of approval. While the State can insist that the child's education be moved along in a way which can be objectively measured, it cannot apply institutional standards to this non-institutionalized setting. We urge you to become thoroughly familiar with Charles and Brunelle, to know their provisions and language. Charles mentions that there are certain areas of inquiry or supervision that are not "within the legitimate authority" of the school district; other matters are not mentioned in Charles at all. We also strongly suggest that you read between the lines to discover what is NOT included. Occasionally a school district may mistakenly ask for information that is not required. While the following should not be taken as a substitute for legal advice, we suggest that you reflect on these perspectives as you read the full text of the Court's decisions.
Kingston, MA History ~ Sisters Of Divine Providence however, increased financial pressures forced parishes to close parochialschools. In many of the South Shore parishes of massachusetts , Sisters http://www.divineprovidenceweb.org/page/about/kingston.htm
Extractions: LINKS: Our History Online Tour Contact Us Just as the events of day-after-day accumulate into "history," the annals of the Sisters of Divine Providence in New England relate the story of how and why the Sisters of Divine Providence came to New England and grew. The Gurnett Property of 660 acres purchased from Mrs. Mae Gurnett in 1946 is the place in Kingston, Massachusetts where it all began. And today it is still the place from which most of the educational endeavors of the Sisters eminate. Camp Mishannock for girls was the first ministry undertaken. From a small group of 40 in 1947, to a much larger group today with an international contingent of counselors and campers the summer work of education continues. A safe, tranquil woodland place for personal and social growth, the Camp provides learning experiences in land and water sports, the opportunity to share cultures with campers and counselors from other countries, to develop self-confidence and leadership skills. This ministry resonates with the Community's charism of teaching and nurturing young girls. Sisters Ella Jean Bruen and Jacqueline Meyer are co-directors of the camp, which is just five miles from the Atlantic Ocean.
Extractions: Go to Content Home Newsletters Winter 2003 Newsletter Massachusetts Students Participate in Annual Election Year Debate Program On October, nearly 1,000 high school students from 33 public, private, and parochial schools across Massachusetts participated in the Kennedy Library's annual election-year debate program, organized by Nina Tisch, Kennedy Library Civic Education Coordinator. Elected officials and those active in state politics served as their parties' spokespeople in town-hall-style debates at which students asked the questions. Pairing off and representing their party's position on a wide range of issues were State Senators Brian Lees and Joan Menard; State Representative Peter Forman and State Senator Dianne Wilkerson; State Representative Michael Festa and Evan Slavitt, Esq.; Dan Daly and State Senator Marc Pacheco; and former U.S. Representative Peter Torkildsen and State Senator Jarrett T. Barrios. Prior to the debates, students met in small groups to discuss issues they identified as important, including capital punishment, state-required
TERC: Feature Story MATLC Connecting Technology with Learning for School Leaders For moreinformation about the massachusetts Technology Leadership Consortium, http://www.terc.edu/TEMPLATE/feature/feature.cfm?FeatureID=6
Brockton News Four Drownings In Eastern massachusetts In As Many Days Opper is the drivingforce behind the local School on Wheels chapter, which provides school http://www.topix.net/city/brockton-ma
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