Reach for the Stars “is a conference to encourage girls in grades six through ten to discover their unique interests and talents and to explore the wide range of future careers open to them. We want young women to connect their education to their economic future and to visualize themselves as successful and fulfilled workers.”
When: Saturday, April 2, 2011. 9:30 am -3:15 pm
Where: Century College, East Campus
How much: $10 per girl, $10 per adult
For more information, see http://www.century.edu/files/events/ywc_flyer.pdf
Or contact: Tracy Lybeck, 651.779.3967
Monday, March 14, 2011
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!
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
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
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.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
CLOSING THE GAP & more
On February 21st, Augsburg College is hosting an event on decreasing the Achievement Gap!
A Star Tribune article about "the language gap."
A local play about teens and bullying. Might be interesting to see...
Monday, February 7, 2011
My Corps Values Project
The InterCorps Council of MN (ICC of MN) is providing a unique opportunity to engage former and current AmeriCorps members from around the state to creatively express the impact their national service experience has had on them. In essence, it allows those who are serving and those who have served to share how their personal values have been influenced or have developed as a result of being an AmeriCorps member. All projects will be displayed during AmeriCorps Week in May. For more information and submission guidelines, click here
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