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Learning to Love Trees and Language Arts with Project Plant It!
Teachers of English around Virginia can take advantage of an environmental education program to help elementary students develop their language arts prowess. Dominion’s Project Plant It! blossoms with new ways to engage elementary students in learning about trees and the environment. In January, teachers in participating school systems received a kit with lesson plans, posters, stickers and other instructional tools. All of the teaching materials align with state learning standards for math, science, language arts and … Read entire article »
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Learning to Love Trees and Language Arts with Project Plant It!
Teachers of English around Virginia can take advantage of an environmental education program to help elementary students … Read more »
2013 Fall Conference – Change of Venue and Date – Mark Your Calendar!
We are thrilled to announce that the 2013 conference will be held at the newly renovated Williamsburg … Read more »
VATE Voices: Winter 2013
Keep up to date with VATE Voices, our affiliate newsletter. Read the latest edition here (2012 Feb). … Read more »
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VATE Voices:Conference 2012 Edition
A special "Post-Conference" issue of our newsletter, VATE Voices, is here! Check your e-mail box for the new … Read more »
2013 Board Meeting Schedule
The following schedule has been set for VATE Board meetings in 2013. All meetings are scheduled for 10pm - 12pm, unless otherwise noted. Board meeting minutes are posted below the meeting dates. April Board … Read more »
Inspiration and a Recipe for Success
"Everything I need to know I learned while teaching cooking," says a Bedford middle school teacher. by Kristina … Read more »
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2013 Literacy Explosion Results Announced
Congratulations to all of the students who entered the annual Literacy Explosion, which was held on March 23. Visit Literacy Explosion to see the result and pictures from this exciting event. A huge thank you to all of the volunteers who made the day possible! … Read entire article »
NCTE Advocacy Day
On April 18, NCTE will host Advocacy Day. Advocacy Day is a great opportunity to learn more about NCTE and how the political process can impact education. Spend a day in Washington, DC! Attend information sessions provided by NCTE, then help further NCTE’s mission by lobbing your representative. Learn more - NCTE’s information page on Advocacy Day. Register for this event (free) – … Read entire article »
VATE Welcomes Sadlier as a New Corporate Member.
A hearty and grateful welcome is extended to our newest corporate member, Sadlier! Corporate member and sponsorships are available on three different tiers, each bearing its own benefits to the sponsor, and all helping to support VATE’s goals in English education. All levels include a great discount on vendor’s fees for our annual conference, and recognition on our website, and in our … Read entire article »
Inspiration and a Recipe for Success
“Everything I need to know I learned while teaching cooking,” says a Bedford middle school teacher. by Kristina J. Karnes Luckily, I’ve always had a high tolerance for burnt toast and canned tuna-not out of preference, but necessity. My mother, who has the most natural talent for all things domestic, somehow raised me, the girl who probably would’ve starved to death … Read entire article »
2013 Fall Conference – Change of Venue and Date – Mark Your Calendar!
We are thrilled to announce that the 2013 conference will be held at the newly renovated Williamsburg Hotel and Conference Center (soon to be the new DoubleTree by Hilton, Williamsburg)! The hotel is located at 50 Kingsmill Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185. Please continue to submit proposals for the 2013 conference, and we look forward to hosting you in Williamsburg in October! The … Read entire article »
VATE Voices: Winter 2013
Keep up to date with VATE Voices, our affiliate newsletter. Read the latest edition here (2012 Feb). Voices is always looking for articles written by Virginia’s English teachers – consider being a contributor! Articles of interest include association events and happenings, articles on teaching, and news of interest to English teachers in Virginia. All VATE members receive a complementary copy in … Read entire article »
