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New to the Classroom? We've Got Your Back |
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If you're a first-year teacher, make sure to read this great piece on getting ready for the first day of class. It's a tip-filled gem posted by the good folks at NEA.org. Check off the items on the list and you're one step closer to having a successful first day. Another nice resource for those starting their first job in a school system: this New York Times primer on health insurance, taxes, and retirement planning. It boils down a complicated brew of issues into a few easy-to-follow tips. Finally, read these suggestions from VEA e-source readers on how to survive and thrive as you embark on your new career.
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VEA Welcomes New President Kitty Boitnott |
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A native of Franklin County who has taught and served as a librarian in the counties of Franklin, Roanoke, and Henrico, Kitty Boitnott began her term as president of the VEA on August 1. Check out this article to learn her views on the November elections, the perils of school reform by fiat, and what she'll focus on during her first year at the helm. If you're the listening kind, check out this radio news program that featured Boitnott in her first week in office. And, any time, drop by Kitty’s blog at www.kittyboitnott.org.
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Your Membership Saves You Money |
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As you prepare to head back to school, don't forget that Association members qualify for substantial discounts from NEA Member Benefits programs. NEA Click & Save will save you 10 percent on purchases from Target and up to 15 percent on Lenovo ThinkPad notebook computers, among other items. Do you need to stock up on any classroom supplies or materials? Then check out the NEA-endorsed Classroom Superstore. And Student VEA members take note: the NEA bookstore will net you a savings of at least 10 percent on textbooks. Go to www.neamb.com/bn and click on the NEA Students box.
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ESPs Swap Ideas on Yahoo! |
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If you're an education support professional (ESP) in Virginia, consider checking out the discussion group that VEA members/ESPs have created on Yahoo! It's a great place to share ideas and opinions as well as keep others informed of what your workplace issues are. The site was developed by VEA ESP chair Margaret Panik of Fairfax.
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Staples Shows Its Appreciation |
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Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 16. On that day, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Staples is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Day. The first 200 teachers will receive a special gift (while supplies last) to get ready for the opening of schools this fall. In addition to browsing the back-to-school specials, you can learn about Staples' print and copy options. Check here to find the closest participating Staples store.
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Is a Student in Your Classroom Stuttering? |
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Let's suppose your new class of students includes a child who stutters. What's your response? Do you avoid calling on that student? Have a private conversation with him or her? Tell the student to "slow down"? The Stuttering Foundation just released "Eight Tips for Teachers," a concise set of tips that will make you much more comfortable dealing with this challenge. Skim or download a pdf file of the brochure here.
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