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VATE Voices Spring 2013

VATE Voices Spring 2013

Keep up to date with VATE Voices, our affiliate newsletter.  Read the Spring 2013 edition.  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 the mail. E-mail any submissions or questions to vatepublications@gmail.com. Deadlines Deadline for Winter publication: December 31 Deadline for Spring publication: March 31 Deadline for … Read entire article »

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Learning to Love Trees and Language Arts with Project Plant It!

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 … Read entire article »

2013 Literacy Explosion Results Announced

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

NCTE Advocacy Day

On April 18, NCTE hosted Advocacy Day.  Advocacy Day is a great opportunity to learn more about NCTE and how the political process can impact education.  Attendees spent a day in Washington, DC, and enjoy information sessions provided by NCTE, then help further NCTE’s mission by lobbing  representatives. Learn more - NCTE’s information page on Advocacy Day. Plan to attend this exciting event … Read entire article »

VATE Welcomes Sadlier as a New Corporate Member.

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

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 »

VATE Voices: Winter 2013

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 »