Join us to learn about youth voice and experiential civics education opportunities in New Hampshire!
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Nominations Sought for Louise Tillotson Teaching Fellowship
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The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation is now accepting applications for its Louise Tillotson Teaching Fellowship.
Now in its 16th year, The Louise Tillotson Teaching Fellowship was established to honor and celebrate North Country teachers in public education. The fellowship is available to K-12 public school teachers in the North Country (upper Grafton and Carroll Counties and Coos County) and in bordering communities in Essex County, VT. Preference is given for teachers in Coos County, NH.
Each year, the fellowship provides one to three teachers with awards ranging from $10,000 to $15,000 each. A selection committee will award fellowships based on candidates’ commitment to public education, breadth of experience, demonstration of innovation in education, creativity in solving problems, communication skills and ability to inspire educators and students.
Fellowship applications are available on the Foundation’s website at www.nhcf.org/tillotsonfellowship. Completed applications are due Friday, April 28, 2023. Applications will be reviewed and a small number of finalists will be invited to an in-person interview in May.
For more information on the fellowship, please contact Jean Clarke, Tillotson Funds Manager, at 603-225-6641 ext. 238 or jean.clarke@nhcf.org.
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It's not too soon to start learning how to prepare your students for the amazing natural phenomenon that will occur in April 2024
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 Engaging Students with the Eclipse of 2024!
On April 8th, 2024, Northern New Hampshire will be in the path of totality for a solar eclipse! NCES, WMSI, and other partners are gearing up for this rare natural phenomena. We want to share our excitement with you and your class. In this workshop, we will go over activities to prepare your students to understand and learn from this rare event!
For: Educators grades K-8
Dates: Wednesdays, March 8 and April 5, 2023
Time: 4:00-8:00 PM – Dinner will be provided
Where: NCES, Gorham, NH
Cost: Free to NH educators and a participation stipend*
Register: Online or by calling 603.466.5437 M-F between 8-4.
*Teachers who attend both sessions will receive a $50 stipend thanks to a generous grant from the LEGO Foundation.
A collaboration of
as part of WMSI's Playful Engineering Based Learning
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Conscious Discipline: Building Resilient Schools & Homes
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 Conscious Discipline is a social‐emotional learning and classroom management approach. Developed by a teacher for teachers, the philosophy of Conscious Discipline emerged after years of working with children and experiencing the challenges of a broken system full of hurting children and frustrated adults. The methodology and best‐practices of Conscious Discipline offer a different – and proven – pathway to transformation.
Join colleagues for online discussions to reflect on the 10-lesson video series, Building Resilient Schools and Homes. The video series is lead by Dr. Becky Bailey, educator, author, and child development expert.
Facilitator: Gretchen Cook
Format: Watch video lessons on your own ahead of each facilitated online discussion.
Dates/Time: Online via Zoom
- Discussion # 1: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 from 6:30-7:30 PM, Lesson 1: Introduction to Conscious Discipline (yes, you've missed the first session, but we are still accepting participants)
- Discussion # 2: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 from 6:30-7:30 PM, Lesson 2: Becoming Brain Smart
- Discussion # 3: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 from 6:30-7:30 PM, Lesson 3: Creating the School Family and Lesson 4: Composure
- Discussion # 4: Wednesday, April 12, 2023 from 6:30-7:30 PM, Lesson 5: Assertiveness
- Discussion # 5: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 from 6:30-7:30 PM, Lesson 6: Encouragement and Lesson 7: Choices
- Discussion # 6: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 from 6:30-7:30 PM, Lesson 8: Empathy
- Discussion # 7: Wednesday, July 26, 2023 from 8:00-9:00 AM*, Lesson 9: Positive Intent
- Discussion # 8: Wednesday, August 16, 2023 from 8:00-9:00 AM*, Lesson 10: Consequences
*Note time change for July & August dates
Cost (includes video access and online resources): Free for educators employed by school districts with an NCES full membership: SAUs 3, 9 (Jackson only), 23 (Haverhill only), 35, 36, 48 (Campton only), 58, 68, 77, & 84. Associate member districts: $50. Non-members $100 (space permitting).
For: PreK, elementary, and middle educators but please note that the video content is geared to the elementary grades. Staff from childcare and family-serving organizations are also welcome and pricing follows your local school district.
Professional Development Hours: For those who actively participate in the online discussions (with camera on), there will be 18 hours awarded--10 hours for watching the video lessons and 1 hour per online discussion participation. You must part in at least 6 of the online discussions to receive a certificate.
Would you like an overview of Conscious Discipline before making this commitment? We recommend this 20 minute overview video of the 7 skills of Conscious Discipline.
Register: Online or by calling 603-466-5437 M-F between 8-4PM.
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In-Person Parent & Caregiver Workshop on Conscious Discipline in Bethlehem
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Responding to Critical Incidents in Schools: Addressing
Behavioral Health Needs in the Aftermath of Emergencies
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Emergency operations planning within schools involves preparing for both larger-scale incidents (natural disasters, bioterrorism, or mass casualties) and smaller-scale incidents (such as the death of a staff member or student). A critical, but often overlooked, planning element is how to address the behavioral health needs of the whole school community – administrators, teachers and other staff, contractors (including bus drivers, maintenance staff, food services, etc.), students, families, and other stakeholders. We will examine some key elements for school and district leadership to include in their plans. We will also identify resources for ongoing planning activities to help you respond effectively to emergencies and to enhance the resilience of your school community.
Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023 from 12:00-1:00 PM via Zoom
Audience: School & District Administrators, Critical Incident Response Team members, School Emergency Operations Planners
Cost: Free
To register, please contact Jennifer.L.Schirmer@dhhs.nh.gov to provide:
• Contact information (Name, email address and/or phone number)
• Your role within your school community
Learn more
Presented by: Disaster Behavioral Health Response Team (DBHRT); professional development organized by NH Division of Public Health Services in partnership with SERESC.
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Psychological First Aid for Schools
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Psychological First Aid (PFA) is a powerful set of core actions for providing support to school
communities in the immediate response phase of unexpected events or emergencies. Unexpected events might include larger-scale incidents (such as natural disasters, bioterrorism, or mass casualties) or smaller-scale incidents (such as the death of a staff member or student). Objectives of PFA involve promoting safety, creating calm, connecting with others, fostering a sense of empowerment, and instilling hope – all of which are vital elements for supporting the recovery trajectory of a school community that has experienced an unexpected or traumatic event.
Dates: Part 1 - Monday, April 3, 2023 from 3:30-5:30 pm and Part 2 - Monday, April 10th from 3:30-5:30 PM via Zoom
Audience: anyone from the school community (administrator, educator or other staff member, family member)
Cost: Free
To register, please contact Jennifer.L.Schirmer@dhhs.nh.gov to provide:
• Contact information (Name, email address and/or phone number)
• Your role within your school community
Learn more
Presented by: Disaster Behavioral Health Response Team (DBHRT); professional development organized by NH Division of Public Health Services in partnership with SERESC.
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NH Drinking Water Festival for grades 3, 4 & 5
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After a three-year hiatus, the New Hampshire Drinking Water Festival returns on May 10, 2023, in Keene, NH.
The Festival also includes the New Hampshire State Water Science Fair and Water Poetry Contest. NH schools may participate in one or all events! At the Festival, fourth grade students will spend the day learning about water quality, conservation, pollution, wildlife and many other water-related topics. Activities are hands-on and students interact with professionals in fields of science, technology, engineering and math. These lessons are packed with opportunities to explore Next Generation Science Standards concepts!
For the state-level Water Science Fair, fourth graders will conduct research, create an exhibit, write a report and present their findings to a panel of judges. There are a variety of ways the school-level fair can be configured. Guide booklet available. We are happy to discuss ways your school can participate. The Festival and Water Science Fair are free to registered schools and will take place on May 10, 2023, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in Keene, NH. Registration deadline: January 31, 2023. Space is limited.
Students in third through fifth grades, home schooled and in traditional classes, may participate in the Water Poetry Contest. The theme this year is “Water Rising.” Submission deadline: March 31, 2023.
For more information on all three events and to register, visit the website or contact Lara Hooper at (603) 271-4071 or lara.hooper@des.nh.gov.
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Publishing Opportunity for Teens
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Under the Madness Magazine, a magazine for teen writers-by teen writers, is accepting submissions of poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction for its first issue. The magazine's editorial board is composed of students largely from the North Country, working under the mentorship of the New Hampshire Poet Laureate. Under the Madness Magazine publishes writers, ages 13-19, from around the globe.
Under the Madness is made possible with the generous support of the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund and the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. The magazine began as an off-shoot of the North Country Young Writers’ Festival.
Learn more about submitting teen work
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School Chemistry Lab Science & Safety
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Are you a science faculty member, administrator, or facility operations manager? Many materials used in science contain toxic, flammable, or dangerous ingredients that can have ongoing health effects with unsafe exposure. This workshop will cover integrating safe practices into your lab, safe storage and chemical management, overview of safety laws and more!
Trainer: Ashley Augspurger, PhD Analytical Chemistry, Iowa State University, Certified Safety Professional
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 11, 2023 from 12:30 to 5:00
Location: Littleton Opera House
Cost: $35
Register: Online
Questions should be directed to Vickie at vdavis@uvlsrpc.org
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Free Family Fun Day at the NH Historical Society
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Bring the whole family to the New Hampshire Historical Society for a m
orning of games, crafts, and storytelling. Explore the historic building, tour exhibits, test your knowledge of Granite State trivia, and make a New Hampshire-themed craft to take home. Introduce your kids to the special things that make New Hampshire a wonderful place to live!
Saturday, March 18, 2023, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Family Fun Day is geared for families with kids ages 6 to 10, but all ages are welcome. Admission is free of charge thanks to the generosity of Concord Pediatric Dentistry. All children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a drop-in program, and registration is not required.
Learn more
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High School Mathematics Competition at PSU
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10-member mathematics teams consisting of no more than four seniors and a maximum of eight juniors and seniors combined are invited to join a competition on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Plymouth State University (snow date of Thursday, March 16). Team will have the opportunity to meet with other students from throughout the state in a day of exciting, challenging, competitive mathematics exercises in six different categories.
Email the NHTM State Mathematics Coordinator, Stephen Latvis at slatvis@windhamsd.org for more information and registration details.
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Art Teacher & Artist Chemical Safety Training
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Are you a school art teacher, administrator, facility operation manager, or artist? Many materials used in art contain toxic, flammable, or dangerous ingredients that can have ongoing health effects with unsafe exposure. Learn how to protect yourself and your
students with safety tips, proper storage techniques, and waste disposal options to minimize
your exposure risk.
Trainer: Ashley Augspurger, PhD Analytical Chemistry, Iowa State University, Certified Safety Professional
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 11, 2023 from 8:30-11:30
Location: Littleton Opera House
Cost: $35
Register: Online
Questions should be directed to Vickie at vdavis@uvlsrpc.org
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UNH Tech for Teachers Institute
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The UNH Tech for Teachers Institute is a dynamic, paid professional development program open to middle and high school teachers from across all STEM subject areas. The focus of the program is two-fold: Building knowledge of an emerging technology—this year regenerative medicine and biofabrication—and the transformation of instructional practice through project-based learning (PBL).
The Institute will take place taking place July 17-28 on the UNH Durham campus. Upon completion, participants will receive a $1,500 award, CEUs, classroom supplies and ongoing support from UNH faculty and graduate students.
Click here for more information or to apply.
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Summer Youth Programs at Barry Conservation Camp
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Registration is now open for summer youth programs at Barry Conservation Camp in Berlin, NH. The camp offers weekly, overnight summer camp programs for boys and girls, ages 8–17. Barry Camp is operated by UNH Cooperative Extension 4-H in partnership with the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.
Learn more
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Free Lecture: Covered Bridges of NH
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 New Hampshire was once home to over 300 covered bridges. Today there are over 61. Nearly 50 of them are over a century old. These bridges exist today solely because of the efforts of a small but powerful community that both recognize their significance and honor their tradition. Join author and photographer Kim Varney Chandler as she shares an overview of covered bridges in the Granite State along with interesting facts she uncovered while researching her 2022 book, Covered Bridges of New Hampshire.
Saturday, March 25, 2023, 2 p.m.
Copies of the book will be available for purchase. This is a free program; no registration is required.
Learn more
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Youth Arts Project Grant Program
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Youth Arts Project (YAP) Grants through NH State Council for the Arts fund high-quality educational opportunities in the arts. Arts learning fosters positive social and emotional skills and bolsters creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. YAP grants broaden access to diverse forms of artistic and cultural practices and can engage youth in contributing to community goals. Grants fund programs in all arts disciplines including dance, theatre, media, music, visual arts, craft, and creative writing. Engaging teaching artists to lead the arts learning is a core element of this program.
Deadline is April 7, 2023 for the project period of July 1, 2023 to June 30,2024.
Learn more
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Scholarship Opportunities
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The NH Charitable Foundation is now accepting applications for the Student Aid program. In order to qualify, a student just needs to live in NH and be pursuing some sort of post-secondary education. There is a single online application; in completing just one application a student is considered for all of the NHCF funds for which they are eligible.
Important dates to keep in mind:
- Dependent bachelor’s candidates and all graduate students must apply by Friday, April 14 at 5:00 pm ET.
- All other students (independent bachelor’s candidates, associate degree candidates, certificate candidates, students in an apprenticeship or licensing program, etc.) can apply on a rolling deadline through December 15 at 5:00 pm ET.
Each year, the NHCF awards more than $7 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, certificate, or professional license.
To complete your online application, you will need:
- Electronic copy of FAFSA filing
- Electronic copy of high school transcript
- Email addresses for individuals who agree to write a letter of recommendation
Apply online at www.nhcf.org/scholarships
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NH Teachers of Mathematics Spring Mini Conference 2023
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Sue Looney will present Impacting Learning through Puzzles and Play on Thursday, March 20, 2023 at Exeter High School. Sue will explore how the use of puzzles and play has a lasting and positive impact on learners. Presenting puzzles from across the globe and time, listeners will experience these benefits for themselves, leaving with resources to go forward and joyfully impact their students.
Learn more
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Spring Conference for Teachers of English
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NH Science Teachers' Association Spring Conference 2023
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Save the date, the spring conference will take place on May 6, 2023 at Pinkerton Academy, Derry NH.
Learn more
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Save-the-Date: Early Childhood Connections Summit
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NCES and WMSI Partner for STEM PD
Through WMSI's Playful Engineering Based Learning program, a two-evening professional development series is underway. NCES is hosting the workshops. In session one, educators spent time familiarizing themselves with Spike Essentials and Spike Prime. The evening included lots of laughter watching their respective robots do their thing!
- Math instruction and tutoring
- Computer and digital literacy
- English Speakers of Other Languages
- Online assessments for HiSet preparation
Call 603-752-1927 or email info@coosae.org for more information.
A part of the NH Farm to School network, the mission of the Androscoggin Valley Farm to School program is to engage youth and community in promoting, utilizing, and expanding the use of local produce in order to create a healthy well-connected Androscoggin Valley community.
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Employment Opportunities in North Country Schools
Find education-related employment opportunities at teachnorth.org.
Kinship Caregiver Resources
Step Up Parents provides financial assistance to kinship caregivers in New Hampshire who are raising the children of parents with substance use disorder.
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SmallActs North
The #SmallActs campaign is about neighbors helping neighbors and building communities where #SmallActs are a way of life.
Join in! Do something unexpected and kind for someone. Spread the word. Bring SmallActs to your classroom.
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North Country Partnership for SEL Practices
View this short video to learn more about NCP4SEL. Follow NCP4SEL on Facebook for more tips, resources, and announcements.
Support the mission of NCES
Your tax deductible donation will support NCES' mission. NCES collaborates with public schools and community partners to support excellent and equitable educational opportunities throughout the North Country.
NCES seeks exceptional educational experiences and realized potential for all students.
NCES believes that thriving schools are at the heart of vibrant communities!
The core values of NCES:
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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