July 2010 Advocate

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Did you know one of your Illinois colleagues helped restore a one-room schoolhouse in Galena and then wrote an historically-based children’s book about it? Or, that the Living Library is getting an overhaul that will make sharing lesson plans and other teaching tips easier? Take a look at this issue of the Advocate to find out about these stories and much, much more, including a look at the document that’s being used as a blueprint for IEA’s future. And, please take a moment to check out several videos that feature IEA members. Our members are, after all, our best feature.  Download the July 2010 Advocate or view it on Scribd

Feature Video Stories

Glen Ellyn teacher brings old school to life for real and in fiction – Six years ago, Patricia Harte-Naus, a teacher at Abraham Lincoln Elementary School in Glen Ellyn, was handed an assignment in one of her last classes as she was earning her masters degree at Northern Illinois University.

Teacher’s death inspires colleagues, students to create lasting tribute – Ask anyone who knew Dana Hungerford and theyll say three things about him: He was a great teacher; he loved his family immensely; and he had a terrific sense of humor.

Summer no break for award-winning teacher – Kerri Elliott, an Antioch Community High School special education teacher and winner of the 2010 IEA-NEA Human Services and Civil Rights Award, spends hers far from home, spending time in Tanzania helping a village educate its children and work toward a brighter future. And you can help her out, by donating to her cause.

Photos

• IEA Representative Assembly Photos
• Rally Day Photos