LEADERS ARE READERS, Aurora Public Schools, Feb. 15th

Downtown Aurora Visiual Arts presents
Aurora Public Schools Annual Art Educators’ Exhibit
a show of original artworks created by art instructors from kindergarten through post secondary
Opening Reception:  Friday, January 20, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
  at DAVA, 1405 Florence St., Aurora, CO 80010 -- in the Aurora Arts District.
Gallery hours: 10 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday or by appointment through February 24, 2012.
   For more information call DAVA at 303 367 5886 or visit www.davarts.org.

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E Pluribus Unum Prize

The E Pluribus Unum Prize is a national awards program that provides prizes annually to exceptional initiatives that promote immigrant integration.  In 2012, the program will award three $50,000 prizes and one Corporate Leadership Award. The awards recognize outstanding immigrant integration initiatives of all types, whether led by nonprofit or community organizations, businesses, public agencies, religious groups, or individuals. The awards program is coordinated by the Migration Policy Institute's National Center on Immigrant Integration Policy - a hub for those who seek to build their knowledge and skills in the area of immigrant integration.

The J.M. Kaplan Fund is generously providing support for these awards to focus attention on successful integration initiatives and to inspire and provide program models to others around the US who might also undertake such efforts. If you are involved in an exceptional immigrant integration initiative, you are encouraged to apply for recognition.

The application period for 2012 runs from January 2 - March 15, 2012. The awards will be announced in Fall 2012.  Who can apply?
Individuals, nonprofit and community organizations, private businesses, religious groups, and government entities, agencies, or officials operating in the United States.
Download a PDF with background information, selection criteria, and instructions:
http://www.migrationinformation.org/integrationawards/2012Application.pdf
For more information, go to:  http://www.migrationinformation.org/integrationawards/criteria.cfm  
Contact: Michelle Mittelstadt 202-266-1910 mmittelstadt@migrationpolicy.org

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The Undergraduate Pre-Health Program (UPP) is now accepting applications.
Application deadline: January 13th; application can be found at www.ucdenver.edu/UPP.
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus | Office of Diversity and Inclusion

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Colorado Dragon Boat announces their NEW...
AAPI Emerging Leaders Program
Application deadline:  October 28, 2011, 5:00 PM

"ConversAsian" -- a NEW newsletter of UCD's Asian Student Association

YouthRoots -- a YouthBoard
"Make Change Take Root" -- a nonprofit Board of Directors for high schoolers
Application deadline:  October 11, 2011

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Sesame Street is launching a national special, Growing Hope, focused on hunger in America. A new character named Lilly will be introduced at Altura Elementary School as a little girl whose family relies on food pantries. She and Elmo become fast friends. At Altura, 97% of students rely on free/reduced lunch programs. Sesame Street is providing 300+ “Sesame Street Kits” to send home with the students. These kits teach kids about nutrition and help them feel comfortable about using a food pantry or food assistance programs. This program is possible through the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Aurora Public Schools (APS) Conference - Rainbow of Children, Sept. 17th

APS Grand Opening Celebration
Vista PEAK Preparatory 9-12
Thursday, September 8 at 6:30 PM
See news release for more information.

APS Grand Opening Celebration
Meadowood Child Development Center
3333 So. Norfolk Way (map) - - Thursday, August 18th, 5:30 PM

APS Superintendent John L. Barry, the Board of Education and Early Childhood Education staff will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The celebration will include building tours, free food and a parent open house. This new preschool center will offer a solid educational foundation for more than 300 children ages 3-to-5 (a bond-funded project).  Please RSVP by Aug. 11th to the APS Communication Department at 303-365-7805, or e-mail czhicks@aps.k12.co.us.

CAEPA Rendezvous, with keynote speakers, October 21 & 22, 2011
CAEPA Workshop -- Call for Proposals, Due June 13, 2011

EB-5 Educational Forum
May 12, 2011, 5:30 - 7:30 PM
presented by the Aurora Asian/Pacific Community Partnership
and the City of Aurora Development Services Division

Download the Presentations:

EB-5 Basic Requirements, Job Creation, Immigration, Procedures and more...
-- by Leping Zhu, Law Office of Leping Zhu

EB-5 from the Investment and Development Project Perspective, and more...
-- by David Segerdahl, Associate, Colorado Regional Center

John Yee -- a Flying Tiger, but without Veteran Status -- Denver Post article, May 29, 2011

Aurora Public Schools

JACL - Teachers Education Workshop, February 19, 2011
The Japanese American Experience -- Agenda
(designed for 4th - 12th grade teachers)

Masters In Education degree programs by state:
http://www.mastersineducation.com

Chinese American Librarian Association
announces scholarships to library school:  http://www.cala-web.org

Scholarship Opportunities

Foundation for Global Scholars
Supporting international education scholarships without geographic limitations. 

Since inception the Foundation has focused its efforts on helping to fund students seeking international education programs in the Asia Pacific region.
Efforts are expanding and GOING GLOBAL!
There are now scholarships opportunities to North American students regardless of program destination. Since 2007, more than $800,000 scholarships have been given to over 800 deserving students.  Visit www.foundationforglobalscholars.org to learn more about the organization.

Aurora Public Schools -- APS Community Connection:

Latest edition features the following stories:
- APS Budget Update: Board Provides Direction on 2011-2012 Budget
- Fletcher Students Awarded 2nd Place in School of the Future Contest
- Montview and Park Lane to Host Food Pantry Programs

A Season for Non-Violence: Gandhi King Chavez
Friday, February 4th, Aurora Central High School
11700 E. 11th Ave., Aurora, CO 80010
10:00 AM – Arun Gandhi; 11:15 AM – group breakout sessions

APS Truancy Door-Knocking Campaign, Jan. 25, 2011

The October 26, 2010 meeting of the Partnership featured a Focus on Education with a special presentation by Aurora Public Schools Superintendent John Barry and Peter Cukale, an APS Board of Education member.  Visit this "Career Pathways Programs" link for more information.

Adams 14 Education Foundation -- 14er Fest Gala, May 13th, 6-9PM

Photo collage by Kit Williams of the Partnership's last 2007 Education Awards Program

Community College of Aurora
Aspire * Explore * Achieve
www.ccaurora.edu

The Women's College of the University of Denver
Contact us today to learn how our programs match your goals and how you can earn your bachelor’s degree or certificate on evenings and weekends. The Women’s College can make your dreams a reality with our Community College Success Scholarship
and our Military Spouse Scholarship.
(303) 871-6848
Jennifer N. Lowry  |  Recruiter
The Women's College of the University of Denver
(303) 871-6861 | TWC in the News
 jennifer.lowry@du.edu | womenscollege.du.edu

Rocky Mountain Indian Chamber of Commerce
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November , 2011 --Scholarship Program