AABE Writing Workshop
South Mountain Community College
7050 S. 24th Street
Phoenix, AZ
TWO Dates  


STRATEGIES FOR SUPPORTING ENGLISH LEARNER WRITING WORKSHOP
South Mountain Community College

January 8, 2005
February 12, 2005
9:00 am to 4:00 pm  


Pazmino v. Calif. State Board of Education
Settlement Agreement require the State defendants to: fund alternative bilingual programs   


Report Bilingual classes better than English-only approach

Click on News 2004 button link below for article and follow links to the full report
 

2002-2004 Past Events and Information

Events and information on this page may not be sponsored by AABE. Although information can be pertinent to AABE goals.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CALL THEM ON IT!

Help stop myths and misinformation  about bilingual education! View letters published or sent to various news organization.

    Learning English in the News articles.  Pick a year:2005 Articles 2004 Articles2003 Articles  2002 Articles

 

 

                                 NABE in Phoenix on January 18-21, 2006 at the Convention Center

 

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April 1&2, 2004

It's time for the annual AABE State Conference in Phoenix at ASU West Campus!

Speakers include Dr. Gene Garcia, Ron Rohac,  Alex Reynozo, representatives from the UCLA Center of Evaluation, and more!  Conference information and registration is available by clicking here.


March 24, 2004--Workshop Session on Parental Rights in the Navajo language.

March 24, 2004
10:15 - 11:45 AM
Southwest Regional Parent Symposium
Holiday Inn on Country Club Drive
Mesa, AZ.

BIA OIEP is hosting this symposium for Native American Parents from Navajo Nation, Fort Apache, Hopi, Northern Pueblos, Pima/Papago, Sacramento, and Southern Pueblos.

For details contact Rosemary Silversmith at 505-722-1456 or email tiger_brrr@yahoo.com
 


March 13, 2004 -- Tucson Unified School District

The 22nd annual Torneo de Ortografía Conrado Gómez, southern Arizona's Spanish Spelling Tournament, will take place this Saturday, March 13, from 9:00 AM to noon at Pueblo High School, 3500 S. 12th Ave., Tucson, AZ.
Students from as far away as Yuma and Phoenix will be competing for cash prizes.  The public is welcomed.
 


 

July 28-31, 2004 -- Tucson Unified School District

Sixth Annual Mexican American / Raza Studies Department Summer Institute of the Tucson Unified School District includes 4 internationally known featured speakers.  Participants receive training related to teaching practices  and academic achievement of Latina/o students. Clear here for more information

 


June 7 – July 2, 2004  The University of Arizona, Department of Language, Reading and Culture, and the American Indian Studies Program will host the 25th Annual American Indian Language Development Institute (AILDI). Celebrating 25 years as a unique Institute for Native language education and a champion of Indigenous language rights is central to this year’s theme: Indigenous Language and Education Rights. A mini-conference and 4-week courses will focus on the accomplishments of AILDI and its participants, current issues in Native American education and language rights, and action plans. Click for more information


April 1, 2004

Education Hosts American Indian Education Panel

A panel of American Indian educators will discuss current issues and challenges in American Indian education on Thursday, April 1, at 5 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. in the University of Arizona College of Education, Kiva Auditorium.

The college’s department of language, reading and culture and graduate-level class on American Indian Languages, Cultures & Schooling is sponsoring the event. Panelists will include American Indian community-based educators from Gila River Indian Community, Ha:sañ Preparatory & Leadership School, Blackwater  Community School, Pascua Yaqui Indian Community.

The event is free and open to the public. For more information call Mary Eunice Romero, research assistant professor, 621-9827.


 

Join AZ Dept. of Ed Solutions Team:  http://www.ade.state.az.us/schooleffectiveness/schoolimprovement.asp then click on    or call 1-602-364-2266-- If we don't do it unqualified people will!

Updated: November 19, 2003


IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETINGS

There will be an important public meeting for all parents who have children in dual language programs; or who would like to have their children continue to have the option of participating in dual language programs.
It is very important that you attend this meeting.   Please call the State Board of Education at (602) 542-5057 to let them know that you plan to attend.
          WHAT:  State Board of Education Meeting
          WHEN:  Monday, September 29, 2003 at 9:00 am
          WHERE: Arizona Department of Education
                           1535 W. Jefferson, rm. 417; Phoenix, Az 85007

Questions/Additional Information:  Sue Kovarik   (602) 943 9748  (English)
                                         e-mail: kiersten15@cox.net
                                         Sylvia Benitez: (602) 957-1152 (Spanish)
________________________________________________________________________
JUNTA IMPORTANTE PARA EL PUBLICO

Habra una junta importante para el publico especialmente para cada padre quien tiene hijos en un programa de dos idiomas, (Dual Language); o quien quisiera que sus hijos tengan la opción de participar en un programa de dos idiomas.  Es muy importante que asistan esta junta.   Por favor llamen a La Mesa Directiva del Estado al (602) 542-5057 para avisar que piensan asistir.

                  QUE:  State Board of Education Meeting
         CUANDO:  lunes, Septiembre 29, 2003 at 9:00am
            DONDE: Arizona Department of Education
                                  1535 W. Jefferson, rm. 417, Phoenix, Az  85007

Preguntas/Información Adicional:  Sue Kovarik   (602) 943 9748  (Inglés)
                                         e-mail: kiersten15@cox.net
                                         Sylvia Benitez (602) 957-1152 (Español)


IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETING

There will be an important public meeting for all parents who have children in dual language programs; or who would like to have their children continue to have the option of participating in dual language programs.
It is very important that you attend this meeting.   Please call the State Board of Education at (602) 542-5057 to let them know that you plan to attend.
WHAT:  State Board of Education Meeting
     WHEN:  Monday, August 25, 2003 at 9:00 am
                                    WHERE: Arizona Department of Education
                   1535 W. Jefferson, rm. 417; Phoenix

Questions/Additional Information:  Sue Kovarik   (602) 943 9748  (English)
          e-mail: kiersten15@cox.net
          Sylvia Benitez: (602) 957-1152 (Spanish)
________________________________________________________________________
JUNTA IMPORTANTE PARA EL PUBLICO

Habra una junta importante para el publico especialmente para cada padre quien tiene hijos en un programa de dos idiomas, (Dual Language); o quien quisiera que sus hijos tengan la opción de participar en un programa de dos idiomas.  Es muy importante que asistan esta junta.   Por favor llamen a La Mesa Directiva del Estado al (602) 542-5057 para avisar que piensan asistir.

   QUE:  State Board of Education Meeting
         CUANDO:  lunes, Agosto 25, 2003 at 9:00am
DONDE: Arizona Department of Education
                 1535 W. Jefferson, rm. 417, Phoenix

Preguntas/Información Adicional:  Sue Kovarik   (602) 943 9748  (Inglés)
          e-mail: kiersten15@cox.net
          Sylvia Benitez (602) 957-1152 (Español)

 


The Hispanic Institute of Social Issues wants to thank the many of you who have already confirmed your participation with Project: "Libros Libres".  This endeavor could not be possible without you.  We only have four more days left to complete this wonderful project, and we are ready now to begin organizing the pick up of the books.  In the next three days we will be in the following areas available to pick up the books at your location.  Please email or call us to let us know your address and best time to stop by.  Books will be inventoried this weekend and delivered early next week, as we have completed all paperwork required and the Florence Prison is waiting for them. 

 

Thursday we will be in the Guadalupe, Tempe, and Chandler area. Friday we will be in the Phoenix Central and West valley area.  And, Saturday we will be in the Mesa, Scottsdale, and Gilbert area.  Please let us know if you need to make other arrangements we will do all we can to accommodate your schedule.  Please have the number of books you are donating written down, as well as your name or the name of your organization and a contact name and number also. 

 

We want to thank all of you for your enthusiasm and involvement in this project we look forward to meeting some of you who we have not met yet.  There is still time to contribute to this cause, so please call or write to get further information.

"To Serve & Educate"
Yolie Hernandez
Community Outreach Specialist
Barriozona / Hispanic Institute of Social Issues
480.983.1445 Email: yolie_hernandez@email.com, serve_educate@msn.com
www.vocesdelafrontera.com

 


IMPORTANT PUBLIC MEETINGS

YOUR CHILD PROBABLY WILL BE DENIED A WAIVER TO ENTER DUAL LANGUAGES  PROGRAM DUE TO NEW GUIDELINES IMPOSED BY THE STATE SUPERINTENDENT.

Join us in our effort to continue with Dual Language Programs by  attending the following public meeting.

WHAT: STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

WHEN: MONDAY JUNE 30TH, 2003 AT 9:00

WHERE: 1535 W. JEFFERSON, PHOENIX ROOM 417
Telephone: (602) 542-4361

MORE INFORMATION: Sue Kovarik at (602) 316-5767 English
                                              Email: kiersten15@cox.net
                  Silvia Benitez at (602) 957-1152 Español
                                      Email: bbenite@aol.com
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JUNTA IMPORTANTE:

EXISTE LA POSIBILIDAD DE QUE SU NIÑO NO PUEDA ESTAR EN EL PROGRAMA DE  DOS IDIOMAS PARE EL PROXIMO AÑO ESCOLAR.

Debido a nuevos lineamientos impuestos por el Superintendente de  Educacion en el Estado. Padres de Distritos Escolares en el Estado se han unido para hacer oir  su voz en la Mesa Directiva Estatal.

LOS INVITAMOS PARA QUE CON SU ASISTENCIA APOYEN LA APROBACION DEL  PROGRAMA DE DOS IDIOMAS.

EVENTO: DEPARTAMENTO DE EDUCACION ESTATAL MESA DIRECTIVA ESTATAL

FECHA: LUNES 30 DE JUNIO 2003 9:00 A.M.

LUGAR: 1535 W. JEFFERSON, PHOENIX Salon 417
Telefono: (602) 542-4361

MAS INFORMACION: Sue Kovarik at (602) 316-5767 Ingles  Email: kiersten15@cox.net

                Silvia Benitez at (602) 957-1152 Español Email: bbenite@aol.com
 


4/14/03 Monday - Sp/Eng Bilingual Book Discussion. 7:00 PM. at Glendale Main Library. Large Meeting Room. This month: Eternal Curse on the Reader of These Pages by Manuel Puig.

4/26/03 Saturday - Sino-American Bilingual Discussion Group. 2:00 PM. at Glendale Main Library. Large Meeting Room. This NEW book grooup will explore the Chinese American experience and heritage in North America. This month: The Bonesetter's Daughter by Amy Tan.


 

IMPORTANT:  Your children may not be allowed to attend Dual Language Classes.  Arizona's superintendent of public education, Tom Horne has created new guidelines that will prevent most children from entering Dual Language Programs.

Coalition for Education is a group of dual language parents  that is committed to providing information and preparing dual language supporters to take action against these guidelines.  There is much that we can do to fight these guidelines and everyone has to become involved,
Otherwise your children will be denied a Dual Language Education.  

When:         6:00 PM
                   April 10, 2003 (these meetings will be held every other Thursday until further
                                            notice, the next meeting will be on April 24, 2003)
                   

Where:         IGLESIA MONTEVISTA
                    2409. N. 36th ST (North of Oak St. on the East side of 36th St.   Oak is between
                                                McDowell and Thomas in central Phoenix.)

More information:  Sue Kovarik  602 943 9748 or e-mail kiersten15@cox.net  to get timely
                             informational updates.
 

AVISO IMPORTANTE SOBRE LA EDUCACION DE SUS HIJOS:
Existe la posisbilidad de que a sus hijos no se les permita asistir a clases de Dos Idiomas el proximo ano Escolar.
El superintendente Estatal de Educacion Tom Horne ha establecido nuevos lineamientos para evitar que la mayoria de los ninos ingresen a Programas de Dos Idiomas.

COALICION POR LA EDUCACION

Es un grupo de Padres de Familia comprometidos en informar y preparar a las personas que apoyan Dos Idiomas a tomar accion en contra de estos lineamientos. Existen muchas maneras para luchar en contra de esta injusticia y cada uno nos tenemos que comprometer e involucrar en esta lucha. De otro modo a sus ninos se les negara la Educacion en Dos Idiomas.

CUANDO:  Jueves 10 de Abril 2003

HORA:       6:00 P.M.

DONDE:     Iglesia Montevista (al norte de Oak lado este de 36st)La calle Oak esta al N. de Mc. Dowell y sur de Thomas
Tenemos espacio para que jueguen sus ninos durante la reunion
MAS INFORMACION
Sue Kovarik (Eng)(602)943-9748 or e-mail kiersten15@cox.net
Silvia Benitez(Esp) (602)957-1152 or e-mail bbenite@aol.com

NOTA
NOS REUNIMOS CADA QUINCE DIAS LA PROXIMA REUNION SERA EL 24 DE ABRIL
       


Financial Aid for Non-citizens, College-bound students who are not citizens or legal permanent residents of the United States are not eligible for State or federal financial assistance because of their immigration status. In addition, they are generally classified as international students and therefore are required to pay higher tuition and fees. However, the Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund (MALDEF), has compiled a list of Scholarships that are open to undocumented students. The list is available on MALDEF's website at http://www.maldef.org  or by calling (213) 629-2512.


 

March 27 & 28, 2003--Click Here for Registration and Conference Information

Arizona State University West

4701 West Thunderbird Road

Glendale, Arizona 85306

 

      For further information contact Eufemia Amabisca (602.243.8019) or Vivian Martinez (623.707.4507).


coming Event click here...

    Saturday--9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

                                    PARENT CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
                                    South Mountain Community College, 7050 S. 24th St., Phoenix, AZ
                                    Workshop Highlights:   Technology for our Children, Parents Rights and the Educational System, Dealing with 203 Legislation and Bilingual Education Honoring Your Culture and Language in the Home, Language and Literacy as  Acts of Empowerment, Conducting Successful Parent/Teacher Conferences, Family Math and Family Science

 

       21 de septiembre de 2002     
           Sábado, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
                      CONNFERENCIA PARA PADRES DE ESTUDIANTES EN LAS ESCUELAS PÚBLICAS DE ARIZONA

                                  South Mountain Community College, 7050 S. 24th St., Phoenix, AZ

                                     Presentación--La tecnología para nuestros niños, Los derechos legales de padres de familia tocante la educación pública en Arizona,  El afecto de la ley que propuso limitar la educación bilingüe, Fortalizando el orgullo que nuestros hijos sienten por su cultura e idioma, Encontrando el poder del idioma y la lectoescritura, Cómo dirigir con éxito las conferencias escolares entre padres de familia y maestros, Enseñando ciencia y matemáticas en el hogar

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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