Extractions: December 1999 This Digest is concerned with an important but under-recognized issue confronting the field: the need to develop standards and infrastructures for improving the employment, placement, preparation and supervision of paraeducators in inclusive general and special education classrooms, Title I, multilingual/ESL, and early childhood programs. Paraprofessional, teacher aide/assistant, transition trainer, home visitor, education technician, therapy aide/assistant are some of the other titles assigned to school employees: whose positions are either instructional in nature or who provide other direct services to children, youth and/or their families who work under the supervision of teachers or other professional practitioners who are responsible for the design, implementation, and assessment of learner progress and the evaluation of learning programs and related services for children, youth and/or their families (Pickett, 1989).
RRFC Network assist state education agencies in the systemic improvement of education programs, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and vermont. http://www.dssc.org/frc/rrfc.htm
Extractions: The six Regional Resource Centers (RRCs) are specifically funded to assist state education agencies in the systemic improvement of education programs, practices, and policies that affect children and youth with disabilities. The RRCs help states and U.S. jurisdictions find integrated solutions for systemic reform, offering consultation, information services, technical assistance, training, and product development. The beneficiaries of the RRCs' work are children and youth with disabilities, and the families and professionals associated with them.
Links State agencies. These are the websites of each states education and health vermont Department of education Virginia Department of education http://www2.edc.org/MakingHealthAcademic/links.asp
Extractions: EDC Projects National Non-Governmental Organizations Federal Agencies State Agencies ... Funding Opportunities EDC Projects National Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) Hundreds of national organizations place the welfare of children at the heart of their missions. Nonprofit trade associations, coalitions, service delivery networks, and other NGOs are valuable sources of information on school health. Nearly 70 national NGOs collaborated with EDC on the book Health is Academic: A Guide to Coordinated School Health Programs . They appear with an asterisk (*) next to their names. Federal Agencies Listed here are the major federal agencies that address different aspects of school health in its broadest definition and in specific or targeted initiatives. State Agencies Technical Assistance Centers and Research Institutions We have culled a sample list of centers that collect information and provide technical assistance to individuals, agencies, and institutions that are implementing school health programs. Youth Data Sources To assist you in compiling data to make your case for the need for a school health program, this list provides a sample of relevant sources.
Browse Agencies Arthritis Foundation Northern New England - vermont Strategies include science, policy, education and on the ground conservation. (more) http://www.volunteersolutions.org/chittenden/org/
Vermont Small Business Development Center, vermont http//www.vtsbdc.org/ departments, and agencies; education; maps; tourism and skiing; New England; http://www.cas.nercrd.psu.edu/Links/vermont.htm
Extractions: read more The guaranty agencies below financially support the Clearinghouse and receive enrollment information directly from us. Their financial support allows us to provide service without charge to schools and students. California Student Aid Commission Colorado Student Loan Program Connecticut Student Loan Foundation Direct Loan Program (William D. Ford) Education Assistance Corporation Educational Credit Management Corporation Finance Authority of Maine Florida Office of Student Financial Assistance Georgia Higher Education Assistance Corporation Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation Illinois Student Assistance Commission Iowa College Student Aid Commission Kentucky Higher Education Asst. Authority Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance Michigan Higher Education Assistance Authority MOSTARS - Missouri Student Loan Program Montana Guaranteed Student Loan Program National Student Loan Program, Inc.
SafeSpace Vermont or other agencies and to assist you in obtaining the services you need. education and Outreach Programs We provide informational programs for the http://www.safespacevt.org/
Extractions: SafeSpace is a social change and social service organization working to end physical, sexual, and emotional violence in the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQQ) people. We provide information, support, referrals, and advocacy to LGBTQQ survivors of violence and offer education and outreach programs in the wider community.
CCSSO.org - Chief State School Officers Method of Selection State education agencies SEA Directory Membership Meetings education History BS, Civil Engineering, University of vermont http://www.ccsso.org/chief_state_school_officers/meet_the_chiefs/results.cfm?sta
Extractions: Published by Vermonters for Better Education VBE is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization whose mission is to enlist parents and the public at large in achieving quality educational opportunities for all the children of Vermont by monitoring the state of education in Vermont; promoting the value of educational freedoms for all parents; and giving parents the evaluative tools with which to identify excellence. Libby Sternberg, executive director: MAILTO:LSternberg@aol.com OPPORTUNITIES TO HELP Because of the tragic events of last week, the Vermont Education Report will devote most of this issue to a list of how people can help the victims in New York City, Washington, Pennsylvania and beyond. As with all charitable giving, we urge donors to research philanthropic organizations on their own. The following list was compiled by Changing Our World, a philanthropic and fundraising firm. (http://www.changingourworld.com). Silver Shield Foundation The Silver Shield Foundation is collecting funds for the educational needs of the children of the firefighters and police officers who perished in their heroic duty. For information on making a contribution, please call Martin Duffy at our offices, 212-499-0866, ext. 27 or send e-mail to
Extractions: Salaries Stagnant for Last Decade The report, Research shows that the quality of a child's teacher is a key factor in closing the achievement gaps that exist today and ensuring that all students are prepared for success in work and life. Yet according to NEA's study, the average salary of a public school teacher for the 2003-2004 school year increased only slightly over the previous year. C-11 C-14 Speaking on behalf of NEA's 2.7 million educators, President Reg Weaver emphasized that inadequate state and local funding of public schools and the strict, costly regulations of the so-called "No Child Left Behind" law are making it more difficult for schools to retain quality employees. "A career in teaching offers many intrinsic rewards. But teachers should never have to choose between doing what they love and supporting their families," Weaver said. "We can't continue to ask them to fulfill such an important mission without providing the support they deserve and need to remain in the profession." Nationwide, at least 2 million teachers will be needed over the next decade because of teacher attrition and retirement and increased student enrollment. Research shows that more than one third of all new teachers leave the profession within three years and almost one half leave within five years due to poor working conditions and low salaries. The percentages are even higher for minority teachers, male teachers, and teachers under 30.
Vermont State Resources Web www.vtlegalaid.org Ed Paquin, Executive Director vermont Protection and Advocacy, State education Agency Rural Representative Leane Page Garland http://www.nichcy.org/stateshe/vt.htm
Extractions: The offices listed on this state sheet are primarily state-level offices. Even if an office is not close to your home, they can usually put you in touch with resources in your community, as well as provide you with information and assistance about disability issues in your state. If you find that an address or number has changed or is incorrect, please e-mail us at nichcy@aed.org and let us know. Each state sets eligibility ages for services to children and youth with disabilities. For current information concerning this state, please contact the office listed under Department of Education: Special Education United States Senators
City Of Montpelier, Vermont: Education Montpelier, vermont 05602 (802) 2239798 Website http//www.mpsvt.org John Everitt, Superintendent of University of vermont (UVM) Continuing education http://www.montpelier-vt.org/htm/education.shtml
Extractions: The Montpelier Public School System consists of Union Elementary Schoo l (grades K-4), Main Street Middle School (grades 5-8), and of Montpelier High School (grades 9-12). Many opportunities are available for children, parents, and and teens to become involved in the school programs, activities, and events.
Center For Research On Vermont : University Of Vermont In its nearly twentyfive years of existence, the Center for Research on vermont has established itself as the clearinghouse for vermont-related research. As an interdisciplinary network of scholars, the Center serves a number of constituencies, including state government, public schools, institutions of higher education, museums, and cultural and social agencies. http://www.uvm.edu/~crvt/
Extractions: In its thirty years of existence, the Center for Research on Vermont has established itself as the clearinghouse for Vermont-related research. As an interdisciplinary network of scholars, the Center serves a number of constituencies, including state government, public schools, institutions of higher education, museums, and cultural and social agencies, and the general public. (The Center was officially launched in March 1975 with the opening of a public conference, "Focus: Vermont." Papers from this conference were edited by the late University of Vermont Professor of Theatre George B. Bryan and published under the title, "Focus: Vermont 1975 , the Center's first publication.) The Center's Research-in-Progress Seminar Series and refereed publications program offer a continuing forum for scholarly discourse on Vermont. In addition, the Center provides reference services on Vermont research to its members, educators in a variety of settings, students, government representatives, the media, and the public. The Center for Research on Vermont coordinates the Vermont Studies program, an interdisciplinary minor in the College of Arts and Sciences, in cooperation with other departments that offer Vermont-related courses. The minor is available to students in the College of Arts and Sciences and to students in other colleges that accept Vermont Studies as a cross-college minor.
RNT - Department Of Education (614) 4667420; http//www.okhighered.org/student-center/financial-aid/ vermont Department of education, Licensing Office, 120 State Street, Montpelier, http://www.rnt.org/channels/clearinghouse/deptedu.asp
Extractions: @import url(/css/core.css); State and Federal Requirements Search through our directory of State Departments of Education , which offers contact information and Web links to help you find information about licensure, alternative routes to teacher certification, and financial aid. State Department of Education Requirements Although all states must comply with the federal provision of No Child Left Behind, many states have programs for mid-career changers individuals who already have a bachelor's degreethat are alternatives to the traditional route to teacher certification. Just as teacher certification requirements differ from state to state, so do alternative certification program offerings. In the State Departments of Education directory, RNT provides resources developed by the National Center for Alternative Certification: a coded list of alternative certification programs offered in each state, and an alternative licensure key that describes details about the types of programs offered by each state.
FinAid | Other Types Of Aid | US State Government Aid Pennsylvania Higher education Assistance Agency 1200 North Seventh Street vermont Department of education 120 State Street Montpelier, VT 056202501 http://www.finaid.org/otheraid/state.phtml
Extractions: US State Government Aid The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used to apply for most state loan, grant and scholarship programs, in addition to the federal loans and grants. When you submit the FAFSA to the US Department of Education, they forward the information on the form to the state student assistance agency. Each state has a different FAFSA submission deadline. If you submit your FAFSA by March 1, you will be in time for all state deadlines, other than Michigan. If you miss the deadline, you will be ineligible to receive state aid for the entire academic year. Procedures for applying for state prepaid tuition programs and the national guard differ from state to state. The amount of information provided on the state web sites varies from state to states. Some states provide comprehensive information about residency requirements , loan, grant, scholarship and prepaid tuition programs and other state aid programs. Others provide minimal information. We recommend visiting the sites for both your state of residence and for the states of the colleges to which you are applying. A B C D ...
FinAid | Student Loans | Guarantee Agencies AES is a division of the Pennsylvania Higher education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). Related web sites include their student site, GetCollegeFunds.org. http://www.finaid.org/loans/guaranteeagencies.phtml
Extractions: Guarantee Agencies Federal student loans are extremely low risk loans, as compared with other types of unsecured loans, in part because the Federal government guarantees them against default. This section of FinAid provides information about student loan guarantee agencies, also referred to as student loan guarantors and student loan guaranty agencies. Guarantee agencies insure student loans against default. The 1% guarantee fee that is collected from each disbursement is paid to the designated guarantee agency to cover the costs of insuring the loan. (Some guarantee agencies have built up enough of a reserve that they are able to waive or reduce the guarantee fee.) If the borrower defaults, dies or becomes totally and permanently disabled, the guarantee agency reimburses the lender for the balance remaining on the loan. Mapping Your Future Mapping Your Future is a web site sponsored by a group of 35 FFELP guarantee agencies and secondary markets. The site provides information on planning a career selecting a school , and paying for school . It also includes a college admissions and financial aid calendar FFELP Guarantee Agencies American Education Services (AES) alternate link ] is a student loan guarantor located in Pennsylvania. AES is a division of the
SHEEO Agencies State Higher education Agency Contact Information www.ctdhe.org Return to top Delaware Delaware Higher education Commission (C) Maureen Laffey, Director http://www.sheeo.org/agencies.asp
Extractions: (G) = governing board Jump to: AK - Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education AK - University of Alaska System AL - Alabama Commission on Higher Education AR - Arkansas Department of Higher Education AZ - Arizona Board of Regents CA - California Postsecondary Education Commission CO - Colorado Commission on Higher Education CT - Connecticut Department of Higher Education DC - D.C. Office of Postsecondary Education DE - Delaware Higher Education Commission FL - Florida Department of Education GA - Georgia Board of Regents HI - Hawaii Board of Regents IA - Board of Regents, State of Iowa ID - Idaho Office of the State Board of Education IL - Illinois Board of Higher Education IN - Indiana Commission for Higher Education KS - Kansas Board of Regents KY - Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education LA - Louisiana Board of Regents MA - Massachusetts Board of Higher Education MD - Maryland Higher Education Commission ME - University of Maine System MI - State of Michigan: Dept. of Career Development (not a SHEEO member)
InternationalEd.org | West Virginia The Governor s Council on International education in vermont had its first What is InternationalEd.org? Why does international education matter? http://www.internationaled.org/statereport.htm
Extractions: Every state needs to document challenges and opportunities for international studies as it exists within its borders. What are are our states' relationships with other parts of the world? What standards,curriculum materials, textbooks, teacher resources and program already exist? Where are states' strengths and weaknesses in international affairs? What are colleges, businesses, community groups and government doing to prepare the next generation of internationally competent citizens? Statewide assessment of where international education stands can provide a much-needed foundation to which to build a network of stakeholders and model programs. Five states have released state reports on international education in the schools:
Association Of Vermont Recyclers -- Vtrecyclers.org The focus of AVR education and School Technical Assistance Programs is Recycling, AVR integrates the arts, multiple learning skills and the vermont http://www.vtrecyclers.org/
Extractions: The Association of Vermont Recyclers (AVR), founded in 1982, is best known for its educational theater programs and its in-class presentations on recycling and other environmental topics. But did you know that AVR is much more? During its twenty-plus year existence, AVR has been a leader in shaping and defining Vermont's recycling efforts and goals. AVR currently offers 10 theater shows and 5 active workshops , addressing environmental concepts and ethics of sustainability. Our services are essential in this rural state, where small town tax bases prohibit specialized programming. AVR programs also help towns satisfy the educational component of their solid waste plans. AVR created and continues to offer the Vermont Youth Environmental Summit (YES) . AVR works with about 20 high school students statewide to plan this one-day conference for Vermont high school students. The Summit provides the students a structured educational conference that highlights many environmental topics and issues. AVR also leads the Healthy Homes Clean Waters initiative in Vermont. The goal of the program is to educate Vermonters about the dangers of some common household cleaners and chemicals and to offer them inexpensive and useful alternatives. Through educational exhibits and workshops, AVR helps individuals make the connection between the use of toxic household products and the contamination of our waters.
