New ConnTESOL email address:ConnTESOL@gmail.com

THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING CONNTESOL!

More than 230 participants attended the 39th Annual ConnTESOL Conference on Saturday, November 7, 2009. Within the next few weeks, look for workshop and presentation handouts posted on our "Conference" page.

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REMEMBERING ELISE KLEIN

The Board of ConnTESOL mourns the passing of their devoted colleague, Elise Klein.  Elise was a former ConnTESOL President and Board member, and a lifelong advocate for ESL students and educators. Elise founded Teachers against Prejudice www.teachersagainstprejudice.org, served as a teacher trainer, and conducted workshops promoting peace education, social responsibility, and interfaith cooperation at conferences around the world.  A tireless voice for justice and equality, Elise will be deeply missed.

A public memorial celebrating Elise’s life and work is planned for Spring 2010. Details will be shared as they become available.

~ The ConnTESOL Board

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ATTENTION TESOL MEMBERS:

With the announced March 2010 retirement of TESOL’s Executive Director, Chuck Amorosino, the Board of Directors and the Search Committee invite nominations for and inquiries about the position. For contact information, see the Position Profile.The Search Committee is comprised of Chair, Sandy Briggs, and members, Jodi Crandall, Mary Romney, and Federico Salas-Isnardi. The search is being managed by Association Strategies, Inc. in Alexandria, Virginia, USA. http://www.assnstrategies.com/. Email: jim@assnstrategies.com.

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TESOL ADVOCACY

ConnTESOL was chosen as one of 18 state affiliates to participate in TESOL Advocacy Day 2009. The focus of this year's advocacy effort was funding for adult ESL education and the reauthorization of the Workforce Investment Act. A summary article outlining the highlights of TESOL Advocacy Day is available here.

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