School Counselor Learning Communities
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NCES is pleased to announce that they are supporting FREE professional development this year for school counselors of member school districts. Cassie Yackley, Psy.D, will facilitate the first two meeting for each the elementary and middle/high school groups, including clinical supervision.
Elementary Group Dates (8:00-2:30):
- Monday, December 9, 2019, from 8:00 - 2:30
- Monday, February 3, 2020, from 8:00 - 2:30
- April date TBD
Middle/High School Group Dates (8:00-2:30):
- Monday, January 13, 2020, from 8:00 - 2:30
- March date TBD
Location: NCES, Gorham, NH
RSVP for December 9th: Online or by calling 603-466-5437
Cost: Free for counselors in schools in SAUs 3, 7, 9 (Jackson), 20, 35, 36, 58 (Stark/Stratford), 68, 77 & 84 and Canaan School (VT)).School counselors from non-member districts may participate for $25/session.
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Computer Science for Workforce Development
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The computer science opportunities in New Hampshire are growing quickly. Participants will explore how to prepare their students for the growth in CS related aspects of many career fields. Computer science educators, those potentially interested in becoming CS teachers, ELO/Internship coordinators, those interested in workforce development, school counselors, business/ entrepreneurial teachers, and other middle/high school content area teachers who are interested in how computer science connects to their subject area are all invited to attend.
Session #1 - Tuesday, December 10, 2019 from 4:00 - 8:00
We will discuss what the story arc looks like for students wanting to get involved in CS, including: requirements, typical starting salaries for career tracks, and unique paths to the workforce. We will look at how to bridge early middle school curriculum with high school curriculum and then onto connecting to workforce opportunities.
Session #2 - Thursday, January 23, 2019 from 4:00 - 8:00
The main topics of this session will explore big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and other CS careers beyond game design and programming. We will hear from industry leaders about future vision and opportunities for these computer science fields within NH and/or New England. We will also look at next steps on how we, as educators, can evolve our classes and culture to excite and prepare students for the digital aspects of all future jobs.
Location: NCES, Gorham, NH
Cost: Free, light dinner provided. Registration is required.
Register: Online at ncedservices.org/csnorth-fall2019 or by calling 603-466-5437, M-F 8-4.
Note: You may have seen this advertised as a three-part series. It was revised into a two-evening program. It is designed for participants to attend both, but you can select one or the other as desired.
Download flyer.
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A cohort of twenty-four professionals has come together to complete the Lesley University trauma and learning graduate certificate program known as LIfTS, the Lesley Institute for Trauma Sensitivity. Participating are (l-r): Emily Frizzell, Sonya L'Heureux, Casey Foye, Trista Bruns, Anne-Marie Gagne, Kate Moore, Suzanne Styles, Pamela Stimpson, Laura Read, Lynda True-Carter, Krystal Bunnell, Sharal Plumley, Shelli Roberts, Don Picard, Kelsey Bernard, Annalisa Blake, Cassidy John, Eric Tonkery, Lori Cleary, Chelsea Davis, Christine Stevens, Karen Keller, Kristen Pilarcik, and Catherine Strasser.
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AVEC launches 1st episode of podcast series
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 School administrators, teachers, school board members, and regional educational partners have formed Androscoggin Valley Education Collaborative (AVEC) to work together to advocate for successful students in their region. A steering committee is leading the effort with members from Berlin School District (SAU 3), SAU 20 with Gorham Randolph Shelburne Cooperative School Board and Milan School Board, White Mountains Community College, and North Country Education Services.
In the first episode, Superintendents Julie King and David Backler sit down with WMCC President, Dr.Chuck Llyod to share information about the AVEC effort and discuss frequently asked questions.
Listen to the podcast
To learn more about AVEC, visit aveccollaborative.org
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 For North Country schools, the NH Girls in Tech Day will take place on December 17th at White Mountains Community College. The event brings the tech industry and schools together, spearheaded by the NH Dept of Education’s Bureau of Career Development in partnership with NH Tech Alliance and post-secondary locations across the state. Since 2012, these events have served to encourage New Hampshire's female students to become invested in technical career fields during the ninth and tenth grades.
Learn more at gtd-nh.org
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NHCF Scholarships for NH Students
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 Each year, the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation awards more than $6 million in scholarships to help New Hampshire students with the fewest resources and most promise realize their educational goals, whether it’s a two- or four-year college degree, a certificate, or professional license.
The Foundation is particularly interested in supporting students who are beginning their college careers at two-year community colleges. The Foundation has pledged to make $500,000 in scholarships available to students attending community colleges for certificates or associate degrees for the 2020–2021 academic year.
Applications open on February 1, 2020, and are available online at www.nhcf.org/scholarships.
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A project of the Rural Schools Collaborative, the "I am a Rural Teacher!" is giving voice to rural teachers. Advocating for rural teachers by sharing their stories showcases the perspectives of rural educators. Read stories.
Teachers may join the public Facebook group called “I am a Rural Teacher!”, where they can share photos, stories, curriculum ideas, and teaching experiences.
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The HiSET exam is offered monthly at the Berlin office of Coos Adult Learner Services. In order to register for the exam, any person new to the program must complete a pre-assessment exam at least one week in advance.
To learn more about New Hampshire's HiSET requirements, visit the ETS HiSET website.
For information on testing dates in Coos County, visit Coos ALS or call 603-752-1927.
In addition to test preparation, for individuals 18 years of age or older, the Coos Adult Learner Services program also provides computer instruction, reading instruction, basic math instruction, and college-level math instruction. Tutoring locations are located in Berlin, Lancaster, and Colebrook. To learn more, call 603-752-1927 or email the program coordinator, Gayle Theberge at gthebergecoosals@myfairpoint.net.
For Adult Learner Services in upper Grafton County contact 603-444-6306 and for northern Carroll County contact 603-356-7242.
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The New Hampshire Department of Education and Demonstrated Success have partnered together to offer webinars and workshops to assist New Hampshire schools in analyzing and using data more effectively. To learn more about these webinars or PD offerings, visit the Demonstrated Success website.
NH principals and instructional/curriculum administrators, if you are interested in having a school team work with Demonstrated Success to view data and identify instructional areas to focus on, there are opportunities to convene regional teams for in-person support. To request support, email support@demonstratedSuccess.com.
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Magnify Voices Art Contest
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Sponsored by the NH Children's Behavioral Health Collaborative, the 2nd annual film, writing, and art contest is underway for youth in middle and high school (grades 5-12). Students are invited to submit creative pieces about their experiences with mental health in New Hampshire. Winners will be chosen by a panel of judges with varied expertise. All creative pieces will be showcased to help raise awareness, erase stigma, and effectuate change!
The entry deadline is March 6, 2020.
Learn more
Questions should be directed to magnifyvoices@gmail.com
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Online Parent & Caregiver Group
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 Struggling with your child's or teen's behavior?
NAMI of NH is offering an online virtual meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.
For more information, contact Carol Lemelin at 603.664.2116 or rclemelin@metrocast.net.
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2020 Aviation Art Contest
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 The State of NH's Department of Transportation, through its Bureau of Aeronautics, is sponsoring the annual International Aviation Art Contest. The 2020 theme is Flying Yesterday and Tomorrow.
DEADLINE
Entries must be postmarked to NHDOT's sponsor office by January 17, 2020.
AGE CATEGORIES
Group I - Junior Category: Born between 1 January 2010 & 31 December 2013
Group II - Intermediate Category: Born between 1 January 2006 & 31 December 2009
Group III - Senior Category: Born between 1 January 2002 and 31 December 2005
See flyer for details.
Contact Danielle.Plant@dot.nh.gov or 603-271-1094 with questions or for more information.
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Life Under Construction - Youth supported mental health
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Life Under Construction! is a Facebook group supported by NAMI NH that provides a place for youth whose lives are affected by mental illness to share ideas, concerns, and questions they have about planning their future. This site assists teens and youth with emotional disorders/mental illness transition successfully into adulthood. You’ll also find information about how teens and young adults can get involved and connect with leadership opportunities that can influence policies in mental health, education, and other related areas.
For more information or questions, contact Michele Watson at mwatson@NAMINH.org or 603.225-5359 x 353.
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Teacher/Facilitator opening at North Country Charter Academy
Resources to Stop Adolescent Vaping
Are you looking for resources to stop the epidemic rise in adolescent vaping? The New Hampshire Partners Against Youth Vaping in Schools was formed as a network of community partners to provide outreach and education about new/emerging tobacco products.
Learn more
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Hampshire recruits, trains and supervises volunteers to serve as advocates for abused and neglected children in the New Hampshire court system.
For more information, contact North Country Outreach Coordinator Lucie Remillard at 752-9670 or lremillard@casanh.org.
Want to learn more about education funding in NH?
Reaching Higher NH has a series of articles that explains different aspects of the issue.
Advancing NH Public Education has several articles on education funding as well.
Follow the Save Our Schools page on Facebook.
Sign up for email updates from the School Funding Fairness Project here.
Granite Guarantee:
Tuition-Free College
The Granite Guarantee is a financial aid program that makes college possible for qualified first-year and transfer New Hampshire students by covering the cost of tuition for up to four years.
Learn more about the Granite Guarantee process at participating schools:
or learn more about the program through the University System of New Hampshire or by calling 844-309-3855.
Foster Care: Short-term and Long-term Families Needed
If you’ve ever thought about becoming a foster parent, please act now. Did you know weekend-only care is option? If you’d like to learn more about the foster care program, visit the NH DHHS webpage on Becoming a Foster Parent.
Coos Adult Learner Services offers small group instruction in basic reading, writing, math, English for English Language Learners, and preparation for the HiSet exam.
Services available in Berlin, Colebrook, and Lancaster locations. The program serves all of Coos County.
Volunteer tutoring opportunities as well.
Call 603-752-1927 to get started.
Protecting children is all of our responsibility. KNOW the signs of abuse and TELL responsible authorities.
NCES Online Professional Development Library & Educational Student Texts
Want to enhance your ebook collection?
Check out the hundreds of educational ebooks available to NCES member schools:
School Resources for Military Families
There are many resources available to school personnel who are working with military connected families including the NH National Guard. Visit the Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness at Penn State's Applied Science Research Center for more information.
Check out the K-12 computer science resources curated through the CSNorth project.
Learn more about CSNorth
Help support NCES' mission
With your tax deductible donation, you are invited to support NCES' mission of collaborating with public schools and community partners to support excellent and equitable educational opportunities throughout the North Country.
The aim of NCES is achieving exceptional educational experiences and realized potential for all students.
NCES believes that thriving schools are at the heart of vibrant communities!
Contact Information
North Country Education Services
300 Gorham Hill Road
Gorham, NH 03581
ncedservices.org
603-466-5437
nces@ncedservices.org
NCES is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
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