ALPHA DELTA KAPPA DECEMBER 2010 - Gedung Kuning

2011 EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM
Wednesday, July 13
Mary Lou Carney, noted children’s author and inspirational speaker, will speak to the
International Council of Presidents and later to Educational Symposium attendees. Her
presentations will inspire and challenge you with ways to make a positive difference,
every day.
A former teacher, Mary Lou is the author of more than 20 books, including “Bubble Gum
and Chalk Dust.” She has created and edited three national magazines for children and
teens, as well as launching three youth websites.
Mary Lou is senior editor at Guideposts magazine, a publication read by more than three
million people every month. Mary Lou will be available to sell and sign copies of her work.
SESSION 1: 10:00–10:50 AM
1. Three Views of India Carolyn Armentrout, VA Alpha Sigma
Barbara Haney, VA Mu; Fredericka Pendergraph, VA Beta Delta
Three separate trips to India, each journey taken for a different reason, result in multiple images and
impressions of the world’s largest democracy. Compare, contrast, and share scenes that simultaneously
awaken the senses and delight the soul. Join us to gain some insights into a fascinating country!
2. Two Classic Midwest Authors Come to Life Ivette Bender, NE Theta
The classic works of Willa Cather and Carl Sandburg, noted authors from Nebraska and Chicago, who are
often taught in the classroom and who are well known in the international literary world, will be presented
in a way that demonstrates relevance and World Understanding today. Learn how Cather’s great books, “O
Pioneers,” “My Antonia,” and “The Song of the Lark,” as well as Sandburg’s “Chicago Poems” impact us today.
3. Student Voices Jane Callery, CT Alpha
Increase student discourse and innovative thinking in your classroom by learning how to implement inquiry
logs and free digital resources to promote active and authentic engagement in the learning process. Learn
how to use logs, chats, and electronic posts to keep students thinking long after the school day has ended.
4. Yell and Tell – Saving Children’s Lives Jean Davidson, WI
Yell and Tell is a safety awareness program that teaches children what to do if they see a dangerous situation.
There are four simple steps that children learn: SEE IT, FEEL SCARED, YELL HELP AND TELL the first big person
they see. The six programs available are: water/lakes, water/ pools, fire, poison, guns and child enticement.
Come learn how you can bring this important program to the children of your community.
5. You’re Nowhere Without It! Annie Evans, VA Zeta
Participants will learn ways to embed geographic literacy into cross-curricular learning activities. Ideas
will also be presented for use at chapter meetings for World Understanding. Participants will receive free
resources from the National Geographic Society Education Foundation and learn ways to support geographic
literacy in their communities.
6. Book Discussion: “The Cellist of Sarajevo” Mary A. Ey, OH Lambda
Participants will explore Steven Galloway’s thought-provoking novel about four citizens of war-ravaged
Sarajevo and the conflicts that each of the characters experience as a result of the war. After a mortar attack
kills 22 people waiting innocently in line to buy bread, an unnamed cellist vows to play at the point of the
impact for 22 days. The novel brings to life conflict both in a city at war and in the people who are forced to
live a life of constant danger. All participants are asked to read the novel prior to attending the Educational
Symposium.
7. How to Run a $uccessful Plant $ale Dot Gillespie, NH Mu
The Mu Chapter has held a one-day perennial plant sale each spring for the past five years. Profits have
increased steadily from $850 the first year to $3500 this past year. The workshop will discuss the popular
plant types and sources of materials, pot sizes, soil, getting the word out, setting up for the sale, and pricing
plants. Participants will get a written sheet of instructions and view a gallery of photos. Come learn how dirt
cheap plants earn big bucks!
8. Waking the Teacher Leader in You Deborah L Hayes, TN Nu
The workshop is an interactive presentation which moves through a brief look at the history of teacher
leadership to current practices and obstacles. Participants will explore the many opportunities for teacher
leadership while reflecting on personal/professional goals.
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