Do you have an outstanding classroom teacher? If so, please consider submitting a nomination for the Exemplary Educator of the Year Award. The purpose of this award is to give recognition to an elementary, middle level, and high school CAS educator who demonstrate excellence in education, leadership in the profession, and involvement with students, staff, and parents. The deadline for nominations has been extended to April 13th. 

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The University of Connecticut’s Neag School of Education held its annual alumni awards ceremony at its Storrs campus on Saturday, March 19, 2016. Among the seven outstanding Neag School graduates who were recognized at the event was CAS Executive Director Dr. Karissa Niehoff. Dr. Niehoff received the highest honor bestowed upon a Neag graduate, the Distinguished Alumni Award.

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NAESP hosted its annual National Leaders Conference, March 13-15, bringing together nearly 200 principals and leaders from around the country to the nation’s capital to discuss education policy. Among the Connecticut delegation were three prominent elementary school leaders - Roxanne Augelli, Michael Litke and Victoria Reed. Through innovative advocacy programming and visits to members of Congress, attendees had much to learn from—and share with—each other and the nation’s lawmakers.

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Following the tragic loss of a high school student late last month, the entire Shelton community has faced many dark days. But a ray of sunlight came unexpectedly last week when two students from Bolton High School traveled more than 50 miles and arrived at the front door of Shelton High School. They delivered a gorgeous plant and a hand-made card that read, “Our thoughts are with you. The Bolton High School Community sends our deepest sympathies to you as you mourn the loss of Eddy Conklin. We know exactly what you are going through as we also lost 2 students within 2 years. Time heals, as well as the support of friends.” The unexpected gesture brought several staff members and students to tears when they learned of this act of kindness. As Shelton High School Headmaster Dr Beth Smith said, “It is a reminder that educators are teaching students intrinsic values that will last a lifetime.”

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The CAS Middle Level Scholar Leader Banquet is scheduled for Sunday, May 22, 2016, at 4:30 at the Aqua Turf in Plantsville. This event is designed to give recognition to one boy and one girl from each middle school in Connecticut who have demonstrated outstanding scholarship and leadership in their school and community. Registration is now open!

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The Connecticut Association of National Honor Societies’ (CANHS) annual conference will take place at the Aqua Turf in Plantsville on May 24, 2016. This outstanding event is packed with hands-on leadership development activities focused on service, integrity and passion. This year’s conference will feature former Minnesota Viking Keith Nord.

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The 15th Annual Arts in the Middle Conference will be held on May 17, 2016, at the University of Hartford’s Art School. This unique conference provides middle level art students with opportunities to participate in high quality workshops involving both traditional and non-traditional artistic media. While primarily for students, art teachers are encouraged to sign up for workshops and participate as learners. Working artists lead all of the sessions.

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Back by popular demand, Alan Bernstein, senior director for the College Board, is returning to CAS on Wednesday, April 25, 2016, to discuss how College Board assessments can inform Social Studies curriculum and instruction. Social Studies department leaders, History/Social Studies teachers, curriculum specialists and school administrators are encouraged to attend.

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