Community Builders Hub Launched
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The purpose of the Community Builders Hub is to help people in the North Country region strengthen the skills and relationships needed to help their communities thrive. The Hub will work to include people of all walks of life who are actively supporting community including those who may not consider themselves leaders. All Hub programs will emphasize active application of learning through local community building projects, events and initiatives.
The Community Builders Hub announced the hiring of three full-time Community Stewards. Tara Giles (left) of Whitefield will serve in the Lancaster/Whitefield/Littleton region, Britni Haley (center) of Stratford, will serve in the Colebrook/Canaan region. Mandy Bernd (right) of Milan, will serve in the Berlin/Gorham region.
Learn more at https://www.thecommunitybuildershub.org/
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This workshop is designed to empower teachers to educate students and families in the weeks leading up to the eclipse that will occur on April 8, 2024. Since many northern NH schools will be closed during the eclipse, participating teachers will be encouraged to facilitate eclipse-themed family nights at their respective schools to prepare families to experience the eclipse.
The workshop will include:
- education on the background and science of the eclipse
- sharing of lesson resources
- exploring hands-on activities
- coaching on the application of these lessons & activities
Lessons and activities will include interdisciplinary approaches to education around the eclipse, as there's more than just scientific context. Historical, social, and cultural contexts of the eclipse will be discussed as potential interdisciplinary opportunities. You will also spend some time in the planetarium. Some expert astronomers will be featured as guest speakers during this workshop!
Save the date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023 and repeated Saturday, January 20, 2024 (attend only one)
Time: 9:00-2:00
Location: Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium, St. Johnsbury, VT
Registration: Coming soon. Contact Mike Carmon, mcarmon@whitemountainscience.org
Note: Pending funding, NCES & WMSI hope to partner additional dates and locations. However, these are the only two dates confirmed at this time.
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Early Childhood Connections Summit
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YLTA on improving school climate and empowering youth
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NH Registered Educator Apprentices
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Climate Change Educator Workshop
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The New Hampshire GEAR UP Alliance is hosting an Instant Admissions Day at Manchester School of Technology (100 Gerald Connor Cir, Manchester, NH 03103) on November 30th. The goal is to have students leave with an acceptance letter in their hands! There will be 16 different 4-year, 2-year, and trade schools participating. There will be stations for completing the common application, finishing the FAFSA, mental health services, student support, and more.
There are funds available for transportation if that is a barrier to attending. Contact
Ann Auger, Statewide Family Engagement Center, Family Engagement Program Coordinator, at auger@compactnh.org for more information.
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North Country Family Engagement Program Coordinator
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Ann Auger has recently joined the New Hampshire Statewide
Family Engagement Center as the North Country Family Engagement Program Coordinator. Ann's primary focus is to support and nurture authentic family-school partnerships, ensuring that children, caregivers, and teachers all feel connected and supported. She also actively collaborates with community partners to enhance the impact of family engagement initiatives. Ann holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Studies from Plymouth State University and a Master of Education in Early Childhood Education and Administration from Champlain College. Her passion lies in positively impacting the lives of children and families, and she is excited to continue her journey in this field. Ann can be reached at auger@compactnh.org.
Campus Compact for New Hampshire (CCNH) and Partners for Rural Impact (PRI) have collaborated to create a Statewide Family Engagement Center with an intense focus in two areas of rural New Hampshire. The $5 million multi-year project will focus on improving key
educational outcomes for local communities and school systems. Learn more.
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Coös Adult Education provides a learning environment that has helped countless students learn, develop, and grow.
Coös Adult Education provides FREE instruction in:
- HiSET Exam Preparation
- The basics of reading, writing, and math
- English for speakers of other languages (ESOL)
- Northstar Computer Literacy Program
- Learn basic computer skills, how to email, use word processing/editing software, and develop your career search skills
Classes can be small group, one-to-one in-person, or remote/online. There is no cost to participate. All programs are free. Learn how to get started by visiting coosae.org or calling 603-752-1927.
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Biofabrication Technician Registered Apprenticeship Program
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 Step into the world of biofabrication through the ARMI | BioFabUSA Registered Apprenticeship Program in Manchester, NH. The program is rigorously designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge essential to excel in this innovative industry.
This opportunity is for high school graduates, veterans, and career changers in New Hampshire! Participants will acquire training in the basic skills and cutting edge technology of bioscience through a registered apprenticeship while earning a BCSI microcredentials and a stipend!
Candidates must:
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Program Highlights:
- Gain hands-on laboratory training and learn about Good Manufacturing Practice.
- Benefit from two months of in-person classes at local colleges for a supportive learning experience (stipend provided)
- Begin a year of paid on-the-job training to boost your professional growth and solidify your expertise.
- Create a path to an impactful career with the potential to innovate healthcare globally.
Learn more here: ARMI Registered Apprenticeship or contact KTalanian@armiusa.org with any questions.
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- WYLD empowers youth to lead and promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle through experiential education.
- WYLD is and adventure based program designed to develop self-confidence and
stress management skills while challenging participants with various outdoor
adventures.
- Participants build resilience, social, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral competence, self-efficacy, pro-social involvement, and pro-social norms.
- For ages 11-18 in Grafton, Carroll and Coos
Learn more or contact Anna Bays (annabays25@gmail.com) for more information.
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Manchester, New Hampshire, has become a hub for the rapidly growing field of biofabrication, the production of human tissues from organic and synthetic sources. Expanding this life-changing industry requires a diverse workforce in advanced manufacturing, biology, biotechnology, computer science, data analytics, engineering, information technology and more. Through hands-on learning, the STEM-MoBILE seeks to educate people of all ages about biofabrication and the exciting, lucrative career opportunities in this world-changing field.
To promote career opportunities in this exciting new field of biofabrication, the STEM-MoBILE (STEM Mobile Biofabrication Integrated Lab Experience) will be a traveling to schools and communities in the North Country. Stay turned to learn more about how to bring this mobile lab to your school or community to introduce the cutting-edge field of biofabrication.
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Nominations for PAEMST for K-6 open until January 8th
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 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the nation’s highest honors for teachers of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science. The PAEMST program also honors teachers for their dedication to improving education and inspiring students in mathematics and science. In addition to honoring individual achievement, the goal of the award program is to exemplify the highest standards of mathematics and science teaching. This program acknowledges educators who are models in both their classrooms and in their communities.
The Awards were established by Congress in 1983, the President may recognize up to 108 exemplary teachers each year. The National Science Foundation (NSF) administers PAEMST on behalf of The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Presidential Awardees receive a certificate signed by the President; a trip to Washington, D.C. to attend a series of recognition events and professional development opportunities; and, a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation.
The PAEMST program provides teachers an excellent opportunity to apply for an additional growth opportunity or nominate a colleague who deserves to be recognized for STEM teaching.
Learn more at https://paemst.nsf.gov/
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NH Water Festival for Grades 3-5
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Publishing Opportunity for Teens
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Under the Madness Magazine, a magazine for teen writers-by teen writers, is accepting submissions of poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction for its first issue. The magazine's editorial board is composed of students largely from the North Country, working under the mentorship of the New Hampshire Poet Laureate. Under the Madness Magazine publishes writers, ages 13-19, from around the globe.
Under the Madness is made possible with the generous support of the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund and the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. The magazine began as an off-shoot of the North Country Young Writers’ Festival.
Learn more about submitting teen work
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Tillotson Fund Grant Seeker Info Session
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Learn more about the Tillotson Fund’s new strategic framework which includes a community investment strategy and a streamlined grant application process. This overview will include all three grant programs of the Tillotson Fund: Local, Large, and DASH. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions and meet program staff.
- Local Grants 2024 grant deadlines: January 18 OR July 18
- Large Grants 2024: rolling application period
- DASH Grants 2024: rolling application period, ending December 15
In-Person
Date and time: Friday, November 10, 2023
Location: Lancaster, venue to be determined
Register for in-person session here by November 9th.
Virtual
Date and time: Tuesday, November 14, 2023 from 12:00-1:00 PM (Register for 11/14 here)
Date and time: Friday, November 17, 2023 from 10:00-11:00 AM (Register for 11/17 here)
Questions? Please email Jean Clarke at jc@nhcf.org.
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GGK Summit for Home Visitors
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This summit will be a day of networking and learning around the home visiting program, Growing Great Kids. Designed for new and experienced direct care staff, the event will feature keynote speaker Debbie Farr. Breakfast and lunch are included in this free event at the Town and Country Inn on Thursday, November 9, 2023 from 9:00-2:00.
Register here by November 1st.
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NASA Webinar Series for Educators
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Join host Dr. Rachael Arens, Associate Researcher at NAU PLANETS, on Thursday, Nov. 2nd at 8:00 PM as she welcomes NASA Citizen Science Strategist Sarah Kirn. Sarah will discuss how to use NASA technologies and science practices in experiential learning environments. Educators will learn about a variety of NASA projects to discover available hands-on science opportunities that can be conducted within their unique geographic locations and meet the content and age-level needs of their classrooms.
 Sarah Kirn is the Citizen Science Strategist for NASA, based out of the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI) in Portland, ME. In this role, Sarah plans and hosts an ongoing series of events for the public about NASA citizen science opportunities. Sarah has held a variety of roles within GMRI, developing and leading several programs that have touched thousands of students from all over the world. Other experience includes teaching middle school as a National Science Foundation Teaching Fellow and teaching multi-week sailing courses for the Hurricane Island Outward Bound School.
Register: Online
Past episodes can be found on an updated NASA Science page.
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2023 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit
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The Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast hosts Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr are hosting a FREE virtual conference on November 17th - 19th. Speakers include Dr Nicki Newton, Pam Harris, Peter Liljedahl, Cathy Fosnot, Pamela Seda, and Vanessa VaKharia. This summit is for K-12 educators to empower your pedagogical practice and deepen your mathematics content knowledge, while enjoying every minute of it.
Learn more at https://summit.makemathmoments.com/
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How Free Play Promotes Children's Intellectual Development
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Free play (that is, play initiated and directed by the children themselves) is activity that fully engages the child, involves much mental self-control, is always creative and often highly imaginative, and regularly introduces problems that the child is motivated to solve. In this talk I will elaborate, with examples, on how these aspects of free play promote the child’s intellectual development and will summarize research evidence that such play indeed does promote children’s cognitive growth.
Presenter: Dr. Peter Gray
Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 from 3:30-4:40
Location: Online
Register: Online
Sponsored by: NHED
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The Special Value of Age-Mixed Play
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Throughout most of human history children were rarely if ever segregated into separate age groups. Most social play among children, until very recently, involved children who differed, sometimes widely, in age. In this talk, based in part on my own research at settings where children over a wide age range mix freely, I will describe the lessons children learn in age-mixed play that are less likely to be learned in age-segregated play. I will, for example, explain how older children enable younger ones to play in more advanced ways, and younger ones inspire older ones to play in more creative ways, when they play together rather than separately. I will also present evidence that older children develop nurturing and leadership skills through play with younger ones and become nicer even to one another when younger children are in the mix.
Presenter: Dr. Peter Gray
Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023 from 3:30-4:40
Location: Online
Register: Online
Sponsored by: NHED
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2024 Aviation Art Contest, ages 6-17
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It’s time to grab your brushes and pencils! Let's imagine air sports in a peaceful world. Can you use your imagination to show how pilots, skydivers, and astronauts show kindness and respect and become friends? Your picture could show people enjoying air sports at a friendly competition, helping others at the airfield, or even working together in space! How does peace look in the freedom of the air or among astronauts? Air sports bring people together, no matter what they think about politics, religion, or race. Let’s unite through art and and air sports, and show others how to inspire love, respect, and unity in the sky and beyond!
View brochure
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Literacy for English Learners: What's "Reading Science" Got to Do with It?
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The most recent controversy in the so-called reading wars is whether what is sometimes called “reading science" applies to English learners. Compounding the problem is a lack of clarity about what “reading science” actually means. But regardless of whether we call this body of knowledge “reading science,” “research on reading,” or something else, what we know about how learners learn to read applies to English learners as well as English speakers. However, there are important differences that educators should consider when teaching students who are learning to read in a language they are simultaneously learning to speak and understand.
Presenter: Dr. Claude Goldenberg
Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023 from 3:30-4:30
Location: Online at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81247615317?pwd=cmNQYWlvUVFaMzFmTXlkZTVRc2xBZz09
Sponsored by: NHED
Suggested Pre-read: https://tinyurl.com/ELs-and-SoR
View flier
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2024 Eclipse Resources
On April 8, 2024, northern Coos will experience a total solar eclipse. Thanks to the support of the Henry and Helen Cormier Fund for Berlin, Jessie B. Cox Fund for Education, and the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund, NCES, in partnership with WMSI, will provide all students and staff in SAUs 3, 7, 9, 20, 23, 35, 36, 58, 68, 77 & 84 with ISO certified eclipse glasses to safely view the eclipse.
General eclipse information
K-12 Education Resources
Watch this newsletter for announcements on school and/or community workshops about preparing for and viewing the eclipse.
Note: A partial solar eclipse will also occur on Saturday, October 14, 2023.
- Math instruction and tutoring
- Computer and digital literacy
- English Speakers of Other Languages
- Online assessments for HiSet preparation
Call 603-752-1927 or email info@coosae.org for more information.
We Are the North Country
Learn more about the We Are the North Country campaign of the Coos Coalition for Young Children and Families.
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Employment Opportunities in North Country Schools
Find education-related employment opportunities at teachnorth.org.
SmallActs North
The #SmallActs campaign is about neighbors helping neighbors and building communities where #SmallActs are a way of life.
Join in! Do something unexpected and kind for someone. Spread the word. Bring SmallActs to your classroom.
Learn more
North Country Partnership for SEL Practices
View this short video to learn more about NCP4SEL. Follow NCP4SEL on Facebook for more tips, resources, and announcements.
Support the mission of NCES
Your tax deductible donation will support NCES' mission. NCES collaborates with public schools and community partners to support excellent and equitable educational opportunities throughout the North Country.
NCES seeks exceptional educational experiences and realized potential for all students.
NCES believes that thriving schools are at the heart of vibrant communities!
The core values of NCES:
Contact Information
North Country Education Services
300 Gorham Hill Road
Gorham, NH 03581
ncedservices.org
603-466-5437
nces@ncedservices.org
NCES is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
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