Friday, March 11, 2011

The State of College Access in Minnesota

The Minnesota College Access Network will be releasing their latest findings about college access in the state of Minnesota. MCAN will host presentations in two locations:

Augsburg College:

Tuesday, March 29, 2011; 9:30 AM – 11 AM
Augsburg College (Minneapolis Campus), 2211 Riverside Ave, Minneapolis MN
Sateren Auditorium - Music Hall
Register Here

Winona State University:

Monday, April 11, 2011; 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Winona State University, 170 West Sanborn St, Winona MN
East Hall, Kryzsko Commons
Register Here

Data from over 3000 Minnesotan students will be presented, along with recommendations for practice and policy related to access and readiness. Space is limited so please register today!

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Free ACT Prep for high school students

The Doorway Center, a college and resource center sponsored by the Saint Paul Public library is offering ACT prep help and practice tests in the coming months.

ACT prep:
March 22, 3pm-5pm: English, Reading, & Writing
March 24, 3pm-5pm: Math & Science
@ Dayton’s Bluff Recreation Center
800 Conway Street, St. Paul, MN 55106

There will also be a free ACT practice test:
Saturday, March 26, 8:30am
@ Harding High School [room 1323]
1540 6th Street E, St. Paul, MN 55106
If you have any questions, please contact Douachee Lee: douachee.lee@ci.stpaul.mn.us  651.353.6868
All students must register for the
PRACTICE ACT TEST by emailing douachee.lee@ci.stpaul.mn.us with the following
information: name, high school, & phone number

For more information, please contact: Douachee Lee: douachee.lee@ci.stpaul.mn.us 651.353.6868

For more information on the Doorway Center visit: http://www.stpaul.lib.mn.us/locations/sunray-doorway.html

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

EPA Accepting Applications for Environmental Education Grant Funding

From the Environmental Protection Agency:

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is accepting grant applications for $1.9 million in funding for environmental education projects and programs. The purpose of the grants is to promote environmental stewardship and help develop knowledgeable and responsible students, teachers and citizens. EPA expects to award at least 20 grants nationwide ranging from a minimum of $15,000 to a maximum of $100,000 and will accept applications until May 2, 2011.

The grants provide financial support for innovative projects that design, demonstrate, and/or disseminate environmental education practices, methods, or techniques. Projects should involve environmental education activities that go beyond disseminating information.

EPA will be hosting two conference calls for potential applicants interested in additional information about the application process. The conference calls will take place on March 21, 2011 at 11 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) and April 6 at 2 p.m. (EDT). To participate in the conference calls, dial: 1-866-379-5082, and use conference ID number: 48699133 for the call on March 21. Use conference ID number: 48696117 for the call on April 6.

For more information:
http://www.epa.gov/enviroed/grants.html

Art for Social Change Workshop for Students

Penumbra Theatre Company is currently offering free 50-60 minute in-classroom workshops for students. Using theatre games inspired by the Theatre of the Oppressed, they help students identify and explore social justice issues in their community. Three experienced staff members lead the session. They are currently scheduling workshops for March and April. For more information, contact Asha Shoffner at asha.shoffner@penumbratheatre.org or 651-288-7791. For more information about Penumbra theatre, see www.penumbratheatre.org.