CELEBRATING THE WHOLE EDUCATOR

Saturday, July 14

6:30 a.m.–4 p.m.	Registration
8–11 a.m.	Drs. Harry and Rosemary Wong: How to be an Effective and Successful Teacher —3 hours CPE (The Wongs will be signing their book The First Days of School: How to Be an Effective Teacher after the workshop.)
11 a.m.–12 p.m.	Lunch break (on your own)
12–1 p.m.	PLAN breakout sessions — 1 hour CPE
	Brad Cohen : Overcoming Obstacles
	Barbara Coloroso : The Bully, the Bullied and the Bystander
	Sharon Draper : Going Out of My Mind for Great Literature
	Nancy Oelklaus : Authentic Leadership for Teachers: What's Behind What You Do and Say?
	Texas Association of Gifted and Talented (TAGT): The Basics of Differentiated Instruction and Tiered Learning
	TCEA: Awesome iPad Apps for K-12 Educators (bring your own device)
1:15–2:15 p.m.	PLAN breakout sessions — 1 hour CPE
	Brad Cohen : Overcoming Obstacles
	Barbara Coloroso : The Bully, the Bullied and the Bystander
	Sharon Draper : Going Out of My Mind for Great Literature
	Nancy Oelklaus : Authentic Leadership for Teachers: What's Behind What You Do and Say?
	TAGT: The Basics of Differentiated Instruction and Tiered Learning
	TCEA: Awesome iPad Apps for K-12 Educators (bring your own device)
2:30–3:30 p.m.	PLAN breakout sessions — 1 hour CPE
	Barbara Coloroso : The Bully, the Bullied and the Bystander
	Sharon Draper : Going Out of My Mind for Great Literature
	Patrick Henry and Patrick John Hughes : I Am Potential: A Presentation About Overcoming Obstacles, Breaking Barriers and Doing More Than You Think You Can
	Nancy Oelklaus : Authentic Leadership for Teachers: What's Behind What You Do and Say?
	TAGT: The Basics of Differentiated Instruction and Tiered Learning
	TCEA: Awesome iPad Apps for K-12 Educators (bring your own device)
3:45–5:15 p.m.	2012 ATPE Summit Opening General Session with Chef Jeff Henderson—1 hour CPE
5:45–6:45 p.m.	Speaker book signing
	ATPE Central

2012 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

The ATPE Summit

The ATPE Summit will take place July 14–16, 2012, at the Austin Convention Center. During the summit, ATPE members will have the opportunity to participate in association governance, elect state officers, participate in exciting leadership training and much more.

Event Calendar

The following is a schedule of education meetings, conferences, and events in the state of Texas.
For additional information on ATPE region meetings and events, see the region website  for contact information. For additional information on other events contact the agency responsible.

Don't forget! Registration for the ATPE Services and Discounts Webinar is now open and there are only two days left to register! Sign up to learn about the new and continued services and discounts ATPE offers members. These great services can help you recoup your membership dues.

This webinar is open to all members and non-members, so be sure to spread the word to your friends and colleagues. A live Q&A will follow, and handouts will be available. You could win one of two $100 gift cards for participating!

Date: Aug. 3, 2011
Time: 3 p.m. CDT
Who can attend: ATPE members and non-members!
Location: Your personal computer

Click on the LINK below to register to attend the webinar. If you have any questions, please contact ATPE Local Unit Coordinator Jessica McKay at jmckay@atpe.org or (800) 777-2873.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

THE ATPE

SUMMIT
As we get closer with excitment in having the opportunity to join our fellow members as we embark on a new journey to the first-ever ATPE Summit, July 20-23, 2011, at the Austin Convention Center. At this pinnacle of ATPE events, we will gather to celebrate, learn, rejuvenate and make important decisions that affect our association.

Highlights include:

• The 31st-annual meeting of the ATPE House of Delegates (HOD) and state officer elections.
• A special evening session benefiting the ATPE Foundation with opening keynote speaker Jonathan Kozol and special guest interviewer Evan Smith.
• An inspirational opening general session with keynote speaker Jonathan Kozol.
• Your choice of 20 leader training and professional development sessions.
• Several awards celebrations to honor ATPE member accomplishments.
• Free time to unwind and explore the sights and sounds of Austin.
• A closing general session featuring the pulsating, exhilarating rhythms of Drum Café.

AGENDA
Wednesday, July 20, 2011

11 a.m.–6 p.m. Registration/verification of delegates
11 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Information Booth
11 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Prefile Motion Table
11 a.m.–6:30 p.m. ATPE Central
1:30–3 p.m. Opening General Session with Jonathan Kozol—1 hour CPE
3:30–5:30 p.m. House of Delegates
5:30–6:30 p.m. Book signing with Jonathan Kozol in ATPE Central
5:45–6:30 p.m. Officer Candidate Meet-and-Greet in ATPE Central
6:45–7:45 p.m. An Evening with Jonathan Kozol (Q&A)—1 hour CPE
- Evening Free time in Austin

Thursday, July 21, 2011

7–8 a.m. Breakfast buffet
7:30–10 a.m. Registration/verification of delegates
7:30–10 a.m. State officer elections
7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Information Booth
7 a.m.–5 p.m. ATPE Central
8–9:30 a.m. Region Caucuses
9:30–10 a.m. Break
10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Registration
10 a.m.–4 p.m. House of Delegates—2 hours CPE
12:15–1:30 p.m. Lunch break
7:30–9:30 p.m. Awards Banquet

Friday, July 22, 2011

7 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Registration
7:15–8:15 a.m. Breakfast buffet
7:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. Information Booth
7 a.m.–6 p.m. ATPE Central
8:15–10:30 a.m. Professional Development Sessions
10:45 a.m.–5 p.m. Leader Training Sessions
12–1:30 p.m. Membership Awards Luncheon
5:15–6 p.m. ATPE-PAC Live Auction in ATPE Central
5:15–6:15 p.m. University Reception—invitation-only
Evening Free time in Austin

Saturday, July 23, 2011

8–9:30 a.m. Presidents’ Breakfast with Brad Cohen—1 hour CPE; invitation-only
8:30–9:30 a.m. Breakfast buffet
8 a.m.–1 p.m. Information Booth
8 a.m.–1 p.m. ATPE Central
9:45–10:45 a.m. Local Unit Planning Time
11–12:30 p.m. Officer Induction Ceremony and Closing General Session with Drum Café

In Memory of Tamyra Bruce

It is with heavy hearts that WE, the Officers of CyFair ATPE and on behalf of all members of Cypress-Fairbanks ATPE, send our condolence message for one of our own, over the death a few days ago, of our loving friend Tamyra Bruce.

It is sometimes considered with a firm belief that bad things that happen to good people to serve a greater purpose, and Tamyra's death will, in teaching us all something if we only let ourselves be taught. She was taken from us too soon, and I think you share our sentiment (if you knew Tamyra as we have) that it feels a little unfair that such a smart and talented young courageous woman's life has ended with so much living left to do. Tamyra never complained or gave in to defeat.

Tamyra Bruce worked as a counselor @ CyRidge HS, Houston Community College Northwest and a Professional Member of the Association of Texas Professional Educators (ATPE) since 2003.

Tamyra Bruce service will be held at the following location:

The Church Without Walls

5725 Queenston Blvd.

Houston, Texas 77084

Friday, April 15, 2011

Viewing will open at 12:00 PM

Service will begin at 1:00 PM

LOBBY DAY @ the CAPITAL

http://www.atpe.org/advocacy/LobbyDay/agenda.asp

ATPE Political Involvement Training and Lobby Day

Feb. 13–14
Hilton Austin Downtown & the Texas State Capitol

AGENDA
Sunday, Feb. 13
Noon–5:30 p.m. ATPE Member Registration and Information
1–2:15 p.m. Opening General Session: Lovable Legislative Priorities*
Learn what legislators need to know about the education issues that are near and dear to you. Also, hear a primer on our premier education report, the 2010-11 Study on the Distribution of Teacher Quality in Texas Schools.
2:15–2:30 p.m.  Refreshments
2:30–3:30 p.m. General Session: How to Woo*
Don’t fly blind this Lobby Day; let ATPE be your wingman. Leave this session with the best tips and techniques for connecting with your legislators while promoting ATPE’s priorities. From making the first date to getting them to commit, learn how to form a lasting bond with the Legislature this Valentine’s Day.
3:30–3:45 p.m. Refreshments
3:45–5 p.m.    Closing General Session: The Heart of the Matter*
Get the inside scoop from legislative leaders about how the 82nd legislative session is playing out thus far. Discussion will cover endearing topics such as education policy and the budget.
5–5-10 p.m. Break
5:10–5:45 p.m. Live Auction
Take part in this fun event and help raise money for ATPE-PAC, your political action committee.

Monday, Feb. 14
7:30–9 a.m. Breakfast
7:30 a.m.–4 p.m. ATPE member registration and information,
shuttle transportation and office visits with legislators
Take a shuttle from the hotel to the Capitol to meet with legislators, advocate for public education, and watch the House and Senate in action. Please note: ATPE will schedule your meeting with your senator, but you will need to call your representative to set up an appointment.

A YEAR IN A GLANCE

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THE CHOICE IS RIGHT!

Cypress-Fairbanks ATPE didn't return with this year's title of Local Unit of the Year but we have returned with great information as we attended this year's Leader U
 "The Choice Is Right!"

• The Opening General Session started off with a skit from the ATPE State Officers vs the State Staff.
• It was a skit right out of the "FAMILY FUED" theme.
• Friday, July 16 - General Session with Craig Zablocki (Lighten up and Laugh - For the Health of It)
• His upcoming book ( Spontaneity 101) provides practical tools for lossening up, becoming more creative and living in the moment.
• Awards Dinner was themed like you were taken away on a sunset Mexican "cruise."

2010 ATPE Cypress-Fairbanks Local  "Mexican Cruise"

The final day of Leader U and after the Local Unit Planning Time was the General Session.

• Dr. Monte Selby: Creating a Best Day Ever.
• using humor, interaction, a bit of research and his critically acclaimed original music to explore the importance of creating a vision for a "Best Day Ever."

CONGRATULATIONS CY-FAIR LOCAL FOR AN EXCELLENT 2010 AND CONTINUED PROFESSIONAL GROWTH!

2010 A YEAR AT A GLANCE

July 2010


5 ATPE state office closed in observance of Independence Day

12 Enrollment for voluntary supplemental insurance products begins

15 ATPE state committee meetings (Leader of the Year, Scholarship)

15-17 Leader U

21-23 State Board of Education meeting

23 ATPE state office closed

31 2009-10 membership year and professional liability insurance policy expire



August 2010

1 2010-11 ATPE membership year and professional liability insurance policy begins*

6-8 ATPE Board of Directors meeting

13 State Board for Educator Certification meeting

16 Texas Legal Protection Plan open enrollment begins

23-27 Supporting Your Freedom to TeachSM Week



September 2010

6 ATPE state office closed

22-24 State Board of Education meeting

24 Open enrollment for the Texas Legal Protection Plan ends

29 Last day to join ATPE or renew online without experiencing a 30-day delay in employment rights defense coverage*

30 Last day to join ATPE or renew (other than online) to avoid a 30-day delay in employment rights defense coverage*



October 2010

4 Last day to register to vote in general election

8 State Board for Educator Certification meeting

10 Voluntary supplemental insurance product open enrollment ends

15 ATPE Political Action Committee meets

15 ATPE Foundation Golf Tournament (Round Rock)

16 ATPE Membership, Legislative, Minority & Diverse Population Recruitment, Nomination/Election, Services and Leader Development committees meet

18 Early voting for general election begins

18-22 National School Bus Safety Week

29 Early voting for general election ends



November 2010

2 Election Day

5 Grant for Teaching Excellence and ATPE Foundation Technology Grant application deadline

8 Prefiling of legislation for the 82nd Legislature begins

12-14 ATPE Board of Directors meeting

17-19 State Board of Education meeting

24-26 ATPE state office closed



December 2010

20-31 ATPE state office closed for winter break

2010 LEADER U - NEWSLETTER

2009 SPOTLIGHT TEACHER GALA (Salute to the Stars)

The Spotlight Teacher Award
What does it mean to be an exemplary teacher? The district's Portrait of a CFISD Teacher describes these characteristics.

• Intructional Strategist
• Creator of Student-centered Environment
• Positive Role Model
• Lifelong Learner
• Team Player

This year Cy-Fair ATPE Local sponsored Post Elementary "SPOTLIGHT TEACHER" Anne DonLevy.

Turning Point

Anne DonLevy - Post Elementary School
Grade 1 - Math, Science, and Social Studies
As I walked into the classroom, I knew the school year would be different. Almost every day of the previous school year, the older children in the neighborhood had to drag me, crying, to school; but from now on, I would come enthusiastically.
This was a place I wanted to be—an inviting room with stars hanging from the ceiling and areas for different activities. A piano sat ready for my new teacher’s able fingers and strong voice. She welcomed us to the classroom with a genuine smile and assured us we were in the right place.
My desk was labeled just for me, and my teacher addressed me by name. I was immediately comfortable. I knew that she cared about me not only as a student in her class, but also as a person.
Learning was fun again. Being given the confidence I needed transformed me from a shy, unhappy student into one who loved learning. I wanted to be just like my teacher.
My mom must have gotten tired of listening to me talk about her. I am sure that I was not the first girl in her class who insisted on wearing a dress every day because her teacher did. To this day, I still recall Mrs. Bargerhoff as my favorite teacher, as well as the one I hope to emulate every day in my classroom.

2009 SALUTE TO THE STARS

REGION 4 FALL MEETING @ THE MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE

NSO -NEW STAFF ORIENTATION 2009

Cy-Fair ATPE handed out over 700 New Teacher packets at the New Staff Orientation on Aug. 13th. Each teacher received a folder with an application for membership plus a magnet and pen to use for the upcoming school year. Cy-Fair's wheel of fortune resulted in 7 new teachers having their membership paid by the local as GRAND PRIZE WINNERS! Everyone that took a chance on spinning the wheel received a prize ranging from a paid membership to notepads, lunch bags, coffee mugs, pens, highliters, and book bags. Cy-Fair ATPE officers and campus reps. attended the NSO at Cypress Lakes and Cypress Ranch High Schools.

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Becky Keels (Membership) with a "new" ATPE MEMBER.

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Let the spinning begin!.... "Who's Feeling Lucky?"

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Roman Nunez (Treasurer) explains how the wheel works.

*Every spin you're a WINNER!

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Pam Tompkins (Secretary) assists a "new" ATPE MEMBER.

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WELCOME TO CY-FAIR & WELCOME TO ATPE!

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AN OVERALL SUCCESS! 
As Our Cy-Fair Local Unit is

"Positively Charged for 2009"

BACK TO SCHOOL CAMPUS REP DINNER @ SPRING CREEK BBQ

CyFair ATPE Local Unit had a successful "BACK TO SCHOOL CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVE DINNER" today, Tuesday - August 11, 2009. *It was a sheer delight having ATPE State Field Rep Holly Clark attend our dinner. 
We Are Positively Charged & Ready For The 2009 - 2010 School Year Without A Doubt!

Spring Creek BBQ

CyFair ATPE Officers are getting ready for our meeting/dinner.

CyFair ATPE is Ready, Set, GO!

CyFair Officers prepares w/ Internet access and virtual brochure.

Mix & Mingle

Campus Reps @ Mix & Mingle

Holly Clark (State Field Rep) gives CyFair Local Campus Reps

Box Stuffer Ideas found on Leader Central.

*To access your "LEADER CENTRAL" click on the link below.

http://atpe.org/Login/

Question for a PRIZE: *Name 2 Things On CyFair's Blogspot?

(Good one Holly!!!)

CyFair ATPE had a successful & Positively Charged

"BACK TO SCHOOL CAMPUS REP DINNER"

(back row):

Roman Nunez; Treasurer / Gloria Hawthorne; LAN /

Jay Guerrero; Vice President / Eli Rodriguez; President

(front row):

Becky Keels; Membership / ATPE State Field Rep; Holly Clark

/ Pam Tompkins; Secretary

To Holly Clark:
We will miss you as our ATPE State Field Rep

but we wish you well with your future endeavors!

NSO (New Staff Orientation) ASSEMBLY DAY!

CyFair ATPE Members gathered to assemble
NSO (New Staff Orientation) goodies!

CyFair Local Officers getting ready for NSO!

CyFair Membership pulls together on assembly day.

Application, Clip & Pen... We're Ready!

It's All About The Assembly Line...

Officers & Campus Reps work as a TEAM!

CyFair ATPE is On The Go!

CYPRESS-FAIRBANKS SUBSTITUTE REACTIVATION SESSION

CyFair ATPE Local's President Eli Rodriguez, Vice President Jay Guerrero and ATPE Campus Rep Charlotte Godsey welcomed the Substitutes this morning at the Richard E. Berry Center (The Arena) as 500 Substitutes arrived to reactivate themselves for the 2009-2010 School Year!

Substitutes arrving @ the Berry Center (The Arena)

The District's Substitutes were greeted with a smile this morning from ATPE CyFair Local unit.

BACK TO SCHOOL ASSEMBLY DINNER FOR CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVES

Back to School Assembly Dinner for Campus Representatives

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WELCOME BACK CAMPUS REPRESENTATIVES

Dear Campus Representative:

Thank you for your service as an ATPE campus representative for Cy-Fair ISD for the 2008-2009 school year. We look forward to another successful school year.

Currently, we have several Cy-Fair schools without campus representatives. In an effort to recruit campus reps for these schools our ATPE local is offering a $25 gift card incentive. If you are able to recruit someone at any of these campuses, you and the new rep will each receive a $25 gift card of your choice. The $25 gift cards will be awarded at the upcoming Back to School Assembly Dinner for Campus Representatives at Spring Creek BBQ at 5935 N. Hwy. 6 at 5:30 p.m. on August 11 (invitation reminders will be sent shortly). Below is a list of the campuses without campus representatives:

Adaptive Behavior Center
Alternative Learning Center East
Andre Elementary
Bang Elementary
Cy-Falls High School
Gleason Elementary
Hemmenway Elementary
Holmsley Elementary
Jowell Elementary
Keith Elementary
Labay Middle School
Walker Elementary

If you have a friend or know someone at one of these campuses who is a member of ATPE, we would appreciate you contacting them to see if they are willing to serve as a campus representative. If they agree, please contact Becky Keels at rebecca.keels@cfisd.net.

*New Teacher Orientation is Thursday, August 13. Elementary NTO will be at Cypress Lakes High School and Secondary NTO will be at Cypress Ranch High School. Recruiting times will be from 7 to 8 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. If you are available to help with recruiting at any of these times, please contact Becky Keels. We would really appreciate your help!
*ATPE Educators are the Heart of Learning and what keeps our Cy-Fair ATPE Local membership strong. THANK YOU for the time and effort you put into your job as campus rep. We appreciate you and all that you do!

*If you have not joined our Cypress-Fairbanks ATPE
(FACEBOOK) please do so.
You can look for the logo below and request to join:

(click on link below to take you to Facebook)

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/group.php?gid=123493842914&ref=search