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Parents CAN Reduce Suspensions & Expulsions In CT Public Schools

OneWorld’s Education Agenda – Nov. 22, 2013

Parents CAN Reduce Suspensions & Expulsions In CT Public Schools by keeping up with what is happening to their children in school; by developing a cooperative team with teachers, and by holding students accountable.  

“Parents Role in Reducing Suspensions & Expulsions In CT Public Schools”…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on November 22, 2013 at 8:09am — No Comments

Thank You for Helping Us Celebrate 85 Years!

On the eve of November 19, among 200+ nonprofit partners, community leaders and friends, The Community Foundation excitedly celebrated its 85th anniversary.

"Turning 85 could make one feel old," remarked  Foundation president Will Ginsberg.   "But in this proud, old community, in the City of New Haven’s 375th year, where Yale University is in its fourth century, where…

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Added by The Community Foundation for GNH on November 22, 2013 at 3:58am — No Comments

Desperately Seeking Volunteer

Do you have 2 hours a week? Want to do something really rewarding?

 AIDS Project New Haven (APNH) needs someone to pick up our order at…

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Added by APNH on November 14, 2013 at 9:00am — No Comments

Epilepsy Is Not A Mental Illness; It Is A Medical Condition

Epilepsy Is Not A Mental Illness; It Is A Medical Condition - See OneWorld Blog Post & Videos http://oneworldpi.org/blog/archives/1743



WHAT CAUSES EPILEPSY? WHO IS AFFECTED? HOW IS IT DIAGNOSED AND TREATED? TEN TRUTHS ABOUT EPILEPSY!   We at OneWorld ask you to share this posting and encourage anyone you know who…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on November 14, 2013 at 6:52am — No Comments

Donate to the Youth Day Project Today

Support the Youth Day Project TODAY!

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1822415054/youth-day-connecticut-2014



Donate $5 and get an orange "I celebrate the talents of the youth wristband."



Donate $25 and get an "I celebrate the talents of the youth" mug.



Donate $50 and get an "I…

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Added by Sabir Askari Abdussabur on November 10, 2013 at 6:42pm — No Comments

New Haven County Resident Access Health CT

I am pleased to provide you with information to help you connect with local healthcare resources and I can provide in-person enrollment assistance for the Access Health CT at Agency on Aging of South Central CT. We have the expertise to enroll people in the healthcare plan, we are happy to refer you to resources that will help you enroll and/or answer your questions. Most people who apply will pay lower monthly premiums than those shown here. Households with yearly incomes up to about…

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Added by Janet Perez on November 8, 2013 at 7:54am — No Comments

UConn Nonprofit Adjunct Teaching Position

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Adjunct Instructor

 

The Department of Public Policy seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Grantwriting and Fund Development for Nonprofit Organizations. This graduate course will be taught face-to-face in a classroom at the University of Connecticut Greater Hartford campus in the Spring semester 2014 (January 21-May 13, 2014). The course will be offered once a week in the evening (either 4pm-6:30pm or 6:30pm-9:00pm).…

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Added by David Garvey on November 7, 2013 at 5:27am — No Comments

Diabetes & Health Education: Inches and Pounds Matter

November is Diabetes Awareness Month – Diabetes Is More Than A Little Sugar

When It Comes to Diabetes Inches and Pounds Do Matter Greatly.  As we focus more acutely on the health and well-being of our citizens, we at OneWorld encourage diabetics and their loved ones to learn all that you can about this debilitating disease and entreat you to take proactive steps to reduce its effects on vital body…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on November 2, 2013 at 8:25am — No Comments

Addressing Five Stereotypes About Poor Families and Education

EDUCATION / CIVIC ENGAGEMENT / PUBLIC GOOD     

There are 5 main stereotypes that are common about poor people and education.  The article linked below addresses them and their effects on teachers and on students.  We highly recommend the article.               

  • Stereotype 1: Poor People Do Not Value Education
  • Stereotype 2: Poor People Are…
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Added by N'Zinga Shani on November 1, 2013 at 3:34pm — No Comments

Applications Being Accepted to Host A Full-Time Yale Fellow This Summer

Yale University seeks applications from nonprofit and public sector agencies in the City of New Haven for the 2014 President's Public Service Fellowship. Since 1994, more than 600 Yale University undergraduate, graduate, and professional school students have contributed over 210,000 hours of community service to New Haven nonprofit and public sector agencies as President’s Public Service Fellows.

Each summer, the Fellowship places…

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Added by Karen King on November 1, 2013 at 7:01am — No Comments

Great Halloween Tips for Parent from the Child Resource Center

The Parent Child Resource Center wishes all of you a very Happy and Safe Halloween! As we prepare for trick or treaters, we thought to send some useful…

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Added by Lee Cruz on October 31, 2013 at 5:32am — No Comments

EDUCATION: Drop in 3RD Grade Test Scores Connected to Demographics

ONEWORLD'S EDUCATION AGENDA: DROP IN 3RD GRADE TEST SCORES CONNECTED TO DEMOGRAPHICS!!!

Thanks to the NHI for another VERY enlightening article.  Please read the entire article linked here.  We have copied the sections below to be highlighted because the information provided by those interviewed, even though coded (somewhat), provides very important information for parents, teachers, education advocates, PTAs, education…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 28, 2013 at 11:29am — No Comments

Any Nonprofit Can Become A Victim of Fraud

source: Maryland Nonprofit Blog

In response to the Washington Post article this weekend entitled:"Inside the hidden world of thefts, scams and phantom purchases at the nation’s nonprofits," I feel it’s…

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Added by Lee Cruz on October 28, 2013 at 9:33am — No Comments

Health Literacy: 13 Mental Health Benefits of Exercise

OneWorld Progressive Institute's Health Literacy #1 – Oct. 25, 2013

13 Mental Health Benefits Of Exercise - Huffington Post - By Sophia Breene

OneWorld has done the hard work for you; we have selected the title of each of the 13 benefits and listed them below.  To get the details of each benefit, please click the…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 25, 2013 at 6:44am — No Comments

Common Core State Standards Initiatives: Myths Vs Facts

EDUCATION AGENDA OCT 24, 2013 - COMMON CORE STATE STANDARDS INITIATIVES: MYTHS Vs FACTS

Forty-five states, the District of Columbia, four territories, and the Department of Defense Education Activity have adopted the Common Core State Standards.

In this posting we bring you a documentation of the popular…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 24, 2013 at 3:30pm — No Comments

EDUCATION AGENDA - TOC & YOUTH UNLEASHED LISTENING TOUR - NOV. 2, 2013

ONEWORLD's EDUCATION AGENDA - TOC & YOUTH UNLEASHED LISTENING TOUR

Stop # 1: Saturday, Nov. 2, 201312:30-3:00pm, Dwight Substation, 150 Edgewood Ave., New Haven

Topic:…

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Added by N'Zinga Shani on October 24, 2013 at 5:49am — No Comments

Bird Watching at Grove Street Cemetery

Good Day!!!

There have been several requests concerning the species of bird in the cemetery. Hence, to this end, if there are persons who would be interested in the birds of Grove Street Cemetery, please call Mr. William Cameron at 203.777.1443, Mr. Cameron will be willing to assist in…

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Added by Patricia B. Illingworth on October 20, 2013 at 12:51am — No Comments

Autumn in Grove Street Cemetery

Cheers to All!!!

Just a quick reminder concerning the Cemetery....all public tours will end the weekend before the Thanksgiving Holiday. So every Saturday at 11:00am and then every Sunday at Noon. Now, if you would prefer a private tour, please call me at 203.389.5403, or my e-mail…

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Added by Patricia B. Illingworth on October 20, 2013 at 12:46am — No Comments

Education Director

The Elm Shakespeare Company seeks a savvy manager, dynamic educator, and passionate community representative as their next Education Director. Current programs are well established, but developing a comprehensive educational strategy to engage all New Haven communities is central to the Company on the verge of its 20th anniversary. Candidates of all backgrounds who combine the working knowledge of Shakespeare, personal belief in the transformative power of his work, and…

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Added by Daniel Fitzmaurice on October 17, 2013 at 7:31am — No Comments

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PNC Bank Invests $20 Million in LISC to Fuel Growth in Under-resourced Communities

New capital from PNC Bank includes innovative, equity-like funding to support LISC’s long-term community investment strategies. "With this capital, PNC has made a remarkable commitment to the well-being of families and communities, with a ripple effect that will support economic growth long into the future,” said Michael Pugh, LISC president and CEO.

Nadia Villagrán Named to Lead Rural LISC, Fuel New Investments in Housing, Economic Development, Jobs

With deep personal and professional experience in rural community development, Villagrán, a veteran LISC staffer, will build on nearly 30 years of Rural LISC investments in affordable housing, workforce development, economic growth and culture.

LISC & Enterprise to Launch New Book on Community Development & Climate Resilience

Next month, LISC and Enterprise Community Partners will release “What’s Possible: Investing NOW for Prosperous, Sustainable Neighborhoods,” an urgent collection of essays on the intersection of community development and climate resilience.

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