2009 SPORTS JOURNALISM INSTITUTE – APPLICATION DEADLINE: Dec. 5, 2008:
The 2009 Sports Journalism Institute is a nine-week training and internship program for college students interested in sports journalism careers. The Institute is designed to attract talented students to print journalism through opportunities in sports reporting and editing and enhance racial and gender diversity in sports departments of newspapers nationwide. The program will run from May 29 - Aug. 3, 2009.
The Sports Journalism Institute, which works with the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), the Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ), is funded by the Tribune Foundation, Hearst Newspapers/Houston Chronicle, Associated Press Sports Editors and the New York Daily News.
For more information, and to access an application, please visit: www.sportsjournalis minstitute. org
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
U.S.A. Learns, a free Web site to help immigrants learn English
The U.S. Department of Education launched U.S.A. Learns, a free Web site to help immigrants learn English
The Web site, which is located at http://www.usalearns.org/. provides approximately 11 million adults who have low levels of English proficiency with easily accessible and free English language training.
"America's limited-English adults will now have readily available materials to improve their literacy and help them become more productive workers, better parents, engaged community members and active citizens," said Troy Justesen, assistant secretary for the Office of Vocational and Adult Education.
Launch of the site completes one of the goals in President Bush’s Aug. 10, 2007, announcement of 26 immigration reforms that his Administration would pursue within existing law -- including the assimilation of new citizens and helping immigrants learn English to expand their opportunities in America. Recognizing that "[k]nowledge of English is the most important component of assimilation" and "an investment in tools to help new Americans learn English will be repaid many times over," the Administration pledged to launch a free, Web-based portal to help immigrants learn English.
U.S.A. Learns offers the following features:
An easily accessible Internet learning tool;
Simple directions;
Free instructional materials developed to teach basic English skills and help adults improve their English proficiency; and
Learning modules that can be used outside a traditional classroom
Upon entering the site, users can choose directions in either English or Spanish and then pick which English level they need -- beginner or intermediate. Once in the modules, the instruction is almost exclusively in English. In the beginner course, 20 units are offered in such areas as numbers, the calendar, places to go, families, schools, clothes, money and shopping. For intermediate students, more challenging exercises can help them further their existing English reading and writing skills.
The 2003 National Assessment of Adult Literacy documented that as many as 11 million adults in the U.S. are not literate in English. Currently, local and state providers have the ability to serve only approximately one million of those learners annually, prompting the need for a Web site of this kind to offer to adults seeking easily accessible English literacy training.
The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Vocational and Adult Education, through its Division of Adult Education and Literacy, oversaw the design of U.S.A. Learns. Core funding was provided by the U.S. Department of Education. The University of Michigan and Sacramento County Office of Education assisted the U.S. Education Department in the development of the U.S.A. Learns Web site. The site uses materials previously developed with public funds.
In addition, the U.S. Department of Education plans to invite proposals from outside entities to take over the adult literacy portal in the future.
For more information, please visit www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ovae/pi/AdultEd/factsh/usa-learns-fs_0811.pdf.
The Web site, which is located at http://www.usalearns.org/. provides approximately 11 million adults who have low levels of English proficiency with easily accessible and free English language training.
"America's limited-English adults will now have readily available materials to improve their literacy and help them become more productive workers, better parents, engaged community members and active citizens," said Troy Justesen, assistant secretary for the Office of Vocational and Adult Education.
Launch of the site completes one of the goals in President Bush’s Aug. 10, 2007, announcement of 26 immigration reforms that his Administration would pursue within existing law -- including the assimilation of new citizens and helping immigrants learn English to expand their opportunities in America. Recognizing that "[k]nowledge of English is the most important component of assimilation" and "an investment in tools to help new Americans learn English will be repaid many times over," the Administration pledged to launch a free, Web-based portal to help immigrants learn English.
U.S.A. Learns offers the following features:
An easily accessible Internet learning tool;
Simple directions;
Free instructional materials developed to teach basic English skills and help adults improve their English proficiency; and
Learning modules that can be used outside a traditional classroom
Upon entering the site, users can choose directions in either English or Spanish and then pick which English level they need -- beginner or intermediate. Once in the modules, the instruction is almost exclusively in English. In the beginner course, 20 units are offered in such areas as numbers, the calendar, places to go, families, schools, clothes, money and shopping. For intermediate students, more challenging exercises can help them further their existing English reading and writing skills.
The 2003 National Assessment of Adult Literacy documented that as many as 11 million adults in the U.S. are not literate in English. Currently, local and state providers have the ability to serve only approximately one million of those learners annually, prompting the need for a Web site of this kind to offer to adults seeking easily accessible English literacy training.
The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Vocational and Adult Education, through its Division of Adult Education and Literacy, oversaw the design of U.S.A. Learns. Core funding was provided by the U.S. Department of Education. The University of Michigan and Sacramento County Office of Education assisted the U.S. Education Department in the development of the U.S.A. Learns Web site. The site uses materials previously developed with public funds.
In addition, the U.S. Department of Education plans to invite proposals from outside entities to take over the adult literacy portal in the future.
For more information, please visit www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ovae/pi/AdultEd/factsh/usa-learns-fs_0811.pdf.
Friday, November 7, 2008
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
expansion of NJ FamilyCare
On July 8, 2008, Governor Corzine approved the expansion of NJ FamilyCare parent eligibility to200% of the federal poverty level. This means thousands of additional New Jersey parents are noweligible to receive health care coverage through NJ FamilyCare.
AMERIGROUP Community Care is a health plan that offers free or low-cost coverage for children andadults through NJ FamilyCare.With AMERIGROUP, these families may receive such important services as:
http://www.myamerigroup.com/English/Documents/NJMKT-0209.pdf
AMERIGROUP Community Care is a health plan that offers free or low-cost coverage for children andadults through NJ FamilyCare.With AMERIGROUP, these families may receive such important services as:
http://www.myamerigroup.com/English/Documents/NJMKT-0209.pdf
Monday, June 2, 2008
Programs for Middlesex Cty NJ residents
Need Income Assistance?
Somerset Community Action Partnership (SCAP)
Isaac L. Dorsey, Executive Director
is partnering with Who Is My Neighbor? Inc. to provide services to certain income eligible residents in Middlesex County.
Persons in Household
Yearly Income for Household
1
$13,000
2
$17,500
3
$22,000
4
$26,500
5
$31,000
6
$35,500
7
$40,000
8
$44,500
If you live in Middlesex County and your family income is no greater than as shown above, you may be eligible for:
· Free summer day camp for children age 8-12 in your household, and/or Leadership day camp for teens age 12-15.
· Cash assistance to prevent eviction, if you have a court eviction notice.
· Utility bill assistance, if you have a shut-off notice.
· Security deposit and rental assistance, if you have overcrowding or similar quality of life concerns.
Call Who Is My Neighbor? Inc. at 732-247-3700
to make an appointment. Located at 19 S. 2nd Ave. Highland Park, NJ 08904
Summer 2008
Somerset Community Action Partnership (SCAP)
Isaac L. Dorsey, Executive Director
is partnering with Who Is My Neighbor? Inc. to provide services to certain income eligible residents in Middlesex County.
Persons in Household
Yearly Income for Household
1
$13,000
2
$17,500
3
$22,000
4
$26,500
5
$31,000
6
$35,500
7
$40,000
8
$44,500
If you live in Middlesex County and your family income is no greater than as shown above, you may be eligible for:
· Free summer day camp for children age 8-12 in your household, and/or Leadership day camp for teens age 12-15.
· Cash assistance to prevent eviction, if you have a court eviction notice.
· Utility bill assistance, if you have a shut-off notice.
· Security deposit and rental assistance, if you have overcrowding or similar quality of life concerns.
Call Who Is My Neighbor? Inc. at 732-247-3700
to make an appointment. Located at 19 S. 2nd Ave. Highland Park, NJ 08904
Summer 2008
Sunday, June 1, 2008
June and July Basketball Tournaments in NJ
www.jesuspeaceoutreach.org Basketball Tournament in Montgomery Park, Paterson, NJ
The Christ Streetball Tournament is 5 on 5 streetball megafest at Montgomery Park, Paterson NJ. Hosted by Bethel A.M.E Church starting at 7:00am Saturday June 7th 2008.
Upcoming WJC Sports Basketball Tournaments:
for more info: willie@wjcsports.com
www.wjcsports.com
Sovereign Bank of Rte 27 Basketball Challenge (13U Division)
Saturday, June 7 - 8
LIMITED SPACE STILL AVAILABLE
$300 Per team (reduced fee until 6/3) (minimum 3 games)
The Basketball Shooting Academy, Edison, NJ
5th Annual WJC Sports 3 on 3 Basketball Summer Classic - Kids
Saturday, June 21 (one day event)
$120 per team (maximum 4 players)
Boys and Girls Age groups: 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-17
Competitive and Novice divisions - All Skill Levels Welcome
Free T-shirt to each participant
Trophy to each player on 1st and 2nd place teams
Warren Park Basketball Courts, Woodbridge, NJ
3rd Annual WJC Sports 3 on 3 Basketball Summer Classic - Adult
Saturday, July 12 (one day event)
$180 per team (maximum 4 players)
Men and Women age groups: 18 & over, 30 & over, 40 & over
Free T-shirt to each participant
Trophy to each player on 1st and 2nd place teams
Cash prize to champion teams
Warren Park Basketball Courts, Woodbridge, NJ
Please e-mail me if you'd like an application to any of the events. Please forward this information on to those you feel may be interested.
Enter online via Visa, Mastercard, or Discover Network. Check or money order also accepted.
The Christ Streetball Tournament is 5 on 5 streetball megafest at Montgomery Park, Paterson NJ. Hosted by Bethel A.M.E Church starting at 7:00am Saturday June 7th 2008.
Upcoming WJC Sports Basketball Tournaments:
for more info: willie@wjcsports.com
www.wjcsports.com
Sovereign Bank of Rte 27 Basketball Challenge (13U Division)
Saturday, June 7 - 8
LIMITED SPACE STILL AVAILABLE
$300 Per team (reduced fee until 6/3) (minimum 3 games)
The Basketball Shooting Academy, Edison, NJ
5th Annual WJC Sports 3 on 3 Basketball Summer Classic - Kids
Saturday, June 21 (one day event)
$120 per team (maximum 4 players)
Boys and Girls Age groups: 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-17
Competitive and Novice divisions - All Skill Levels Welcome
Free T-shirt to each participant
Trophy to each player on 1st and 2nd place teams
Warren Park Basketball Courts, Woodbridge, NJ
3rd Annual WJC Sports 3 on 3 Basketball Summer Classic - Adult
Saturday, July 12 (one day event)
$180 per team (maximum 4 players)
Men and Women age groups: 18 & over, 30 & over, 40 & over
Free T-shirt to each participant
Trophy to each player on 1st and 2nd place teams
Cash prize to champion teams
Warren Park Basketball Courts, Woodbridge, NJ
Please e-mail me if you'd like an application to any of the events. Please forward this information on to those you feel may be interested.
Enter online via Visa, Mastercard, or Discover Network. Check or money order also accepted.
parental concerns when choosing a summer camp
Here are some articles and important links related to summer camps, including internet safety and accreditation:
NCA Home PageCampQuestFor Camp RecommendationsMaking a Wise Choice What Do You and Your Child Want? Type of Camp Cost Size Location Programs & Activities Special Needs Identifying the CampsChoosing the Best Camp for Your Child. Article by the National Camp Association.
http://www.summercamp.org/guidance/pamphlet.html
Young People's Web Postings Worry Summer Camp Directors - New York ...Jun 22, 2006 ... Summer camp directors have a new scourge, ... Herb Swanson for The New York Times. Jessica Scott, a counselor, left, and Pam Cobb, www.nytimes.com/2006/06/22/technology/22camp.html
Parent Home » Camp Planner » Fun and Safety
Fun And Safety — ACA Camps Set the Standard
Why an ACA-Accredited Camp?
ACA Accreditation means that your child’s camp cares enough to undergo a thorough (up to 300 standards) review of its operation — from staff qualifications and training to emergency management. American Camp Association collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other youth-serving agencies to assure that current practices at your child’s camp reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation. Camps and ACA form a partnership that promotes growth and fun in an environment committed to safety.
NCA Home PageCampQuestFor Camp RecommendationsMaking a Wise Choice What Do You and Your Child Want? Type of Camp Cost Size Location Programs & Activities Special Needs Identifying the CampsChoosing the Best Camp for Your Child. Article by the National Camp Association.
http://www.summercamp.org/guidance/pamphlet.html
Young People's Web Postings Worry Summer Camp Directors - New York ...Jun 22, 2006 ... Summer camp directors have a new scourge, ... Herb Swanson for The New York Times. Jessica Scott, a counselor, left, and Pam Cobb, www.nytimes.com/2006/06/22/technology/22camp.html
Parent Home » Camp Planner » Fun and Safety
Fun And Safety — ACA Camps Set the Standard
Why an ACA-Accredited Camp?
ACA Accreditation means that your child’s camp cares enough to undergo a thorough (up to 300 standards) review of its operation — from staff qualifications and training to emergency management. American Camp Association collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other youth-serving agencies to assure that current practices at your child’s camp reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation. Camps and ACA form a partnership that promotes growth and fun in an environment committed to safety.
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