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November 4, 2009 by IEA Communications
There is a lot going on in your association. You can always stay current with association news on the IEA website, but if you become a facebook “fan” of IEA, you get up-to-the minute information in a nutshell. It’s easy. Click here for a direct link to our facebook page and sign-up today
Facebook friends are also eligible for great prizes. John Reid enjoyed at day at the Bears game just by signing up to be our facebook “fan.”
Reid said he signed up “to to open up my connections to fellow teachers as well as to re-connect with past teachers and students.”
You can do the same. Don’t wait. Sign up today.
Teacher Dan DeLong reinstated
IEA member Dan DeLong is a highly-regarded high school English teacher in southern Illinois, who was suspended last week for giving his sophomore honors English class a scientific article about homosexuality in various animal species.
The suspension drew worldwide attention and the support of more than 3,000 facebook fans. It also drew the attention of his current and former students, many of whom showed up at a meeting Monday night of the Southwestern High School board where DeLong’s fate was to be decided. After more than six hours of discussions, interrupted once for public comment, the key parties emerged.
DeLong apologized for giving the student materials that were not “age appropriate” and thanked his supporters, who cheered raucously when he announced he would be back in class today.
Look here to see video of the meeting and of DeLong’s statement.
DeLong was represented by IEA UniServ Director Marcus Albrecht.
American Education Week
Next week is the time to celebrate the individuals who strive to make a difference in our schools. American Education Week runs Nov. 15-21, get ideas here for planning your events. Find out more on the IEA website.
Show us your spirit
We know no one gets into the holiday spirit like our members. Send a photo of your favorite holiday apparel and you’ll be entered to win a $25 Staples gift card.
Photos will be judged by an esteemed panel of students. Photos must be received by Dec. 17 to be eligible. Get more information from the IEA website.
Do you know a true ‘Friend of Education’?
The IEA Friend of Education Award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated commitment to the success of public education and to the ideals and mission of IEA-NEA.
Deadline for nominations is Dec. 1. More information and the nomination form can be found on the IEA website.
Recognize your students’ achievements through uBoost
NEA Member Benefits knows you want to recognize positive behavior and they are offering to help through uBoost. Recognize positive behavior by awarding students with points redeemable online for prizes they want. Backed by behavioral research, the program is designed to engage students and ultimately drive learning outcomes.
Find out more on the NEA MB website.
Website of the Week
The Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center believes education is the heart of a museum. They provide quality programs that engage visitors, students and educators in a conversation about the meaning and relevance of the history and lessons of the Holocaust and contemporary genocide and human rights. Click here to visit their website.
