September 2012 Edition - University of South Carolina Upstate

SoE News School of Educa on Newsle er Vol. V, Issue I September 2012
Inside This Issue… Hello new students!
Welcome back,
returning students!
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SOE Newsmakers 
SOE in the Summer me 
News You Need 
News You Must Have 
News You Can Use 
Conferences 
Opportuni es 
Graduate Program Updates SOE NEWSMAKERS MOVERS AND SHAKERS School of Education Faculty/Staff Changes and
Updates Fall 2012:
Dr. Jim Charles: Interim Dean * Dr. Pam Wash: Interim Administra‐
tor, Director of Distance Educa on, Associate Professor * Dr. Greta Freeman: Associate Pro‐
fessor * Dr. Lori Tanner: addi onal new role as Director of QEP, Assistant Professor * Ms.
Phyllis Williams: Director of the Teacher Cadet Program, and Co‐Director of the Teaching Fel‐
lows Program * Mr. Isaac McKissick: Director of the Teaching Man Program * Ms. Lori Kopf: Graduate Programs Administra ve Assistant Dr. Kela Good‐
man, who recently earned her Ph.D. in Language and Liter‐
acy, is now an Assis‐
tant Professor in the SoE. She has been at Upstate for four years as a full time instructor in the Early Childhood Program. Previously, she taught four and five year old children in Summerville, SC and worked as a Literacy Coach with the South Carolina Reading Initiative here in her hometown of Spar‐
tanburg. Dr. Julie P. Jones joins the School of Education this fall after 13 years in various public and residential school settings. She received her doctorate in Curriculum & Instruction from Clemson University in 2009, her MA in Elementary Administration from USC Columbia in 2002, and her BA in Deaf Education from Converse College in 1999. Her research interests include the professional devel‐
opment of teachers, addressing the needs of an inclusive classroom, legal issues related to special education, and motivation theory as it relates to student achievement. Dr. Jones is married with 2 young girls, ages 3 and 4. In addition to her publications in academic journals, Dr. Jones has published multiple devotions and works as the so‐
cial media director for www.christiandevotions.us. Laura Lyles, a first‐grade teacher at Kingsbury Elementary School in Sumter, was recently honored by the University of South Carolina Alumni Association and was awarded the Out‐
standing Young Alumni Award. Lyles earned her education degree from USC Upstate. Lyles (on left) is pictured with Erica Christmas, Director or Alumni Relations for USC Sumter. Two of the semi‐finalists for the Sumter School District Teacher of the Year are USC Upstate Sumter graduates: Tiffany Ardis (2008), 4th grade science and math teacher at Manchester Elementary and Trevor Ivy (2006), a 6th grade middle school science teacher at Alice Drive Middle School. Trevor has earned the title of Sumter District 2012 Teacher of the Year. Tiffany received both her undergraduate and Master’s (2010) from the USC Upstate Sumter program. According to Dr. Marilyn Izzard, Director of the Sumter campus pro‐
gram, “I am very proud of these former students and their contributions to the Sumter District. Tiffany and Trevor are products of our concerted efforts in the area of leadership preparation, a significant and unique mark of our Sumter program. ” Dr. Judy Beck receives recogni‐
tion as the co‐
chair of the Asso‐
ciation of Teacher Educator’s (ATE) Summer Confer‐
ence in Boston, MA. from Dr. Anne Shelly, ATE president. Dr. Beck was also re‐
cently named the Executive Director for the South Carolina Association of Teacher Educa‐
tors (SCATE) scateonline.org SOE IN THE SUMMERTIME Patrick O’Brien was pictured in the
Spartanburg Herald Journal on June
21, 2012. Patrick, a candidate in the
Learning Disability Program, served
as a teacher for the Spartanburg District 7 and BELL (Building Educated
Leaders for Life) partnership. During
this five-week program, three District
7 schools — Mary H. Wright, Chapman Elementary and Carver Middleoffered classes to about 400 students
in kindergarten through eighth grade.
Patrick was the science teacher at
the Mary H Wright site. He is commended for providing engaging
hands-on science activities to his
students. The Sumter campus Student Education Organization board members
participated in Alice Drive Middle
School Community Extravaganza.
Each member brought homemade
goodies in hopes to raise funds for
SEO before school even started!
Their booth featured delicious delights such as lemon bars, brownies,
muffins, and cookies. Their efforts
raised $64.00! Leftovers were purchased by the 20th Component
Maintenance Squadron from Shaw
Air Force Base for a donation of
$24.00.That’s a total of $88.00 to be
directed towards SEO functions and
conference registrations for education
majors.
Dr. Jim Charles, Interim Dean of the School of Ed‐
ucation, enjoyed a visit with family in Pittsburgh, PA. After lunches at Primanti's and Wholey's, he and his sons, Michael and Anthony, spent time at PNC Park where they watched Charles' favorite team, the Pittsburgh Pi‐
rates in a 3‐game series against the San Diego Padres. The Pirates are contending for a playoff spot for the first time in 20 years. In the picture Charles is flashing the "Zoltan Z," the rally symbol of this year's Pirates squad. Teachers should constantly seek opportunities that build upon their development as professionals. These professional develop‐
ment opportunities may range from required attendance at teacher workshops to leisure trips with a religious organization. From July 16, 2012 to July 22, 2012, I had the opportunity to attend a religious youth convention in New Orleans, Louisiana. I had intended for this experience to build upon my religious faith, but not to simulta‐
neously build upon my development as an educator. While in New Orleans, I was immersed in a culture and a regional history that were unfamiliar to me. The unique cultural encounters I experi‐
enced in New Orleans included: exploring the rich cultural history of New Orleans, hearing Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Leymah Gabowee, discuss her work in promoting peace in the African na‐
tion of Liberia, interacting with survivors of Hurricane Katrina, and participating in the rebuilding of areas of Holy Communion Church’s
Youth
New Orleans that were destroyed by Hur‐
ricane Katrina. These experiences have re‐
shaped my definition of multicultural edu‐
cation and what it means to share different cultural identities with children. William Neely 2012 USC Upstate Graduate Current M.Ed. Student SOE IN THE SUMMERTIME (con nued) . M.E.L.S. Camp 2012, held on campus in June, served 21 campers who learned manners, etiquette and life skills. Instruction in‐
cluded introducing yourself and others, how to start a conversation, handshaking, eye contact, thank you notes, table manners, telephone, email and online etiquette, poise and posture, making a good first impression, leader‐
ship, and other life skills. Campers played games and created skits as they learned and en‐
acted The Golden Rule: treating others as they would like to be treated. USC Upstate Math and Science Camp 2012
was attended by 23 campers
ages 6-12. The 5 adult counselors facilitated active hands and minds with numerous
math and science projects. Volcanoes, rockets, bubbles, flight, and birds of prey were
just a few of this summers’ projects. Students also enjoyed lots of free and organized
play time in the Upstate Wellness Center play rooms and pool. This camp is looking to
double the fun and learning
by expanding to a two week
camp for next summer.
Holy Communion Church’s Youth
NEWS YOU NEED USC Upstate/ District 6 Internship Program Teacher to Teacher 2012‐2013 Placements Teaching Fellows South Carolina Teaching Fellows Meet U.S.
Secretary of Education Arne Duncan
Samantha Knopsnyder, Gable Middle Future teachers tour Washington, D.C. as part of
their Sophomore Experience in May 2012
Teaching Fellows and campus directors from the
following institutions were involved: Charleston
Southern, College of Charleston, Newberry College, University of South Carolina, USC-Upstate,
and Winthrop University
Candance Jackson, Roebuck Elementary Courtney Sanders, Fairforest Elementary Sierra Shiver, Fairforest Elementary Brittany Cash, Gable Middle, Anderson Mill Elementary Mark Velegar, Included in this picture from USC Upstate are the following students: SYDNEY JO COX; MEGAN NICOLE
HARBIN; REBECCA MILLS; KAYLA ADAIR
DELASHMET; LAUREN BLANTON
Dorman High The School of Education welcomes,
TAN,
Xinyi
(Juliette),
ZHOU,
Xuan
(Patty), LI, Lixing (Lily), YU, Tianchen
(Tina) from Guangdong University of
Foreign Studies in Guangzhou, China. They are here for a year to take
courses in education in addition to their
general education studies.
Designed to support and increase the produc‐
tivity of male students interested in majoring in teacher education, the Teaching Man Program offers a course in which the enrollees mentor young at‐risk youth, while at the same time participate in leadership building activities. Are you a male pre‐service teacher who is interested in mak‐
ing a difference? Contact Dr. Holly Pae to learn more about the benefits of the Teaching Man Program. NEWS YOU MUST HAVE TO:
All School of Education Majors
FROM:
Dr. Jim Charles, Interim Dean
School of Education
DATE:
August 21, 2012
RE:
Criminal Background Checks / National Sex Offender Registry
Thank you for your interest in a major in the School of Education. We are delighted that you have decided on a career
in teaching. Following is important information for you regarding a mandatory requirement for School of Education students. In order for the School of Education to be in compliance with the University’s contractual agreements with our
public schools and community agencies, all education majors must complete a South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Criminal Record Background Check and a National Sex Offender Registry check prior to participating in
any field experiences. All Professional Education courses have a field experience requirement. If a potential candidate
has been found guilty or has pled no contest (nolo contendere) to crimes involving drugs, physical violence, the illegal
use or possession of weapons, fraud or dishonesty, the School of Education cannot permit that student to participate
in field experiences or be admitted to the Professional Program in education without specific approval of the dean. In
order for the School of Education to accept you as a continuing student, you must provide this office with the results of
your SLED Criminal Background Check and National Sex Offender Registry check. We must receive your information
no later than September 14, 2012.
Directions for Obtaining your SLED Criminal Record Background Check: NOTE: Before logging on, have credit card information ready and please ensure that your printer is working since results are returned immediately to your computer. SLED will not reimburse fees if you are unable to print the results.
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Log on to www.sled.sc.gov
Click on Criminal Record Check
Accept Terms and Conditions
Click “Not Eligible”
Provide requested personal identification information.
Provide Credit Card Information
Click Submit
Print out the results
Bring the Original Printed Copy (not a photocopy) to your clinical instructor
Directions for Obtaining your National Sex Offender Registry check:
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Log on to www.nsopw.gov
Click on Search for Sex Offenders
Accept Terms and Conditions
Enter verification code
Provide last name, first name
Click Submit
Print results
Bring the Original Printed Copy (not a photocopy) to your clinical instructor
If you have questions or concerns, please contact me directly at 864-503-5577. NEWS YOU CAN USE From Directed Teaching Field Coordinator, Mrs. Debbie Whittingham: Student Teaching 
Fall 2013 Student Teaching information will be posted in September. Please check for emails and SoE homepage for information. 
Fall 2012 Student Teachers are working hard in their placements. The student teachers spent Saturday, August 11 with Mrs. Whittingham reviewing the requirements for the 14 week experience. 
Fall 2012 Cooperating Teachers, Student Teachers, and Upstate Supervisors had their Orientation Meeting on Mon‐
day, August 27th in the CLC Ballroom. 
Fall 2012 Student Teachers will be meeting to review with Mrs. Whittingham the “LAW for Teachers” on September 13th at 4:30 in HEC 2001. The presentation will be from 4:30 to 6:00. 
October 2nd ‐ Fall 2012 Student Teachers will be attending the Diversity Conference in Columbia. Details will be provided closer to the date. Clinical Placements Clinical placements have been requested for all majors. Those will come back to Mrs. Whittingham from the districts and once she gains each clinical placement, Mrs. Whittingham will get those to each clinical professor. Each and every clinical student must have a valid SLED report and NSO Registry check. Until your professor has ac‐
counted for your SLED and NSO, students will not be allowed to visit a school to begin their clinical work. Please be patient…your placement will come from your professor!! Once you gain your placement, please make sure you contact that host clinical teacher by email to set up your first visit to the classroom. Do not put off your clinical work at the schools. Get your hours and work completed as soon as possible. Present the letter from your clinical professor and get the log signed at each visit. Job Placement Many of our graduates in all education majors have been hired for the 2012‐13 school year. It is exciting to see so many being hired even today!! During the week of August 27th, there were 2 elementary graduates hired within that week!! The jobs are opening up so you must be outstanding in all your placements so that you are an intern that a school wants to hire. Of the five Secondary Math majors in the Spring, all five were hired! Had there been others, they would have had a job also!! Several of those students had contracts signed before graduation!!! Mrs. Whittingham will work with students during their student teaching semester on employment opportunities. Remember that every visit to a school is an interview!! Let’s make sure that Upstate SoE teacher candidates are at the top of the employment list!! Questions about any and all placements can be answered by Mrs. Whittingham at [email protected] Teachers
Educating All
Children (TEACh)
T E A C h and SEO What is TEACh? Any USC Upstate SoE student is welcome to come be a part of TEACh (Teachers Educating All Children) student organi‐
zation. There is no cost to join! The TEACh organization aims to help students get out in the classroom now, gain valuable experience and knowledge for the future, and network with people who can help them when they begin their careers in education. TEACh meets 3 times each semester to learn and discuss relevant topics in education, hear and engage with experienced guest speakers, and plan service activities for schools and classes in our community. In addition to attending the whole‐group meetings, TEACh members participate in at least 5 hours of service in any area of education throughout the school year. Many TEACh members assist in area schools and with TEACh‐sponsored events such as the USC Upstate Scholastic Book Fair, Canned Food Drive, and Praxis I review sessions. TEACh Spartanburg Meeting Dates/Times
Discover SEO September 13th: Back to School Meeting 5 pm- 6 pm
(Student Educa on Organiza on) on October 11th: Guest Speaker 5 pm- 6 pm
November 8th: Guest Speaker 5 pm- 6 pm
December: No meeting
January 17th: Guest Speaker 5 pm- 6 pm
February 7th: Guest Speaker 5 pm- 6 pm
March 14th: Guest Speaker 5 pm- 6 pm
April 2nd: Senior Recognition/Final Meeting 5 pm- 6 pm
For more information, please contact:
Allison Parliament at [email protected]
the Sumter campus. First mee ng 9‐5‐12, with Dr. Marilyn Izzard For more informa on, Contact Kayla Anderson [email protected] TEACh Greenville dates available soon! or Meagan McGoldrick PRAXIS WORKSHOP! For more information, contact: Click here for one Nov. 5 in Columbia Upcoming mee
Jessica Leppard [email protected] or Anglica Hererra [email protected] [email protected] 10‐3‐12 11‐14‐12 ngs: CONFERENCES & OPPORTUNITIES Joining professional organizations as a student is a smart thing to do! As you look forward to your career as a student and as an educator, you will want to show membership and partic‐
ipation in professional organizations. Not only will you have access to work‐
shops, meetings and conferences to increase your knowledge, but you will also be building artifacts as a part of your portfolio in the process. Here is a list of some upcoming conference opportu‐
nities: 6th Annual Fall Center of Excellence Workshop Important Work: Teaching Children of Poverty September 29th; 8 AM ‐ 12:30 PM Francis Marion University Chapman Auditorium http://www.fmucenterofexcellence.org SCIRA Fall Literacy Workshop Saturday, September 29, 2012 Harbison West Elementary School, Columbia, SC 8:00 am ‐ 2:00 pm Topics include: Common Core State Standards infor‐
mation, reading and writing strategies, technology up‐
dates, vocabulary ideas, and many more topics!! All for only $50 (member price) TEACH members are members of SCIRA Registration information online at www.scira.org SC Council of Teachers of Math Fall Conference October 11‐12, 2012 Myrtle Beach Convention Center http://www.scctm.org/conferences SC Science Council 2012 Regional Conference (Upstate) October 13, 2012 8:30 am – 12:30 pm McCracken Middle School, Spartanburg http://www.southcarolinascience.org/conference.html SC Council for the Social Studies September 27‐29, 2012 Hyatt Regency Greenville http://www.sccss.org/conference.html Sign up for membership in the South Carolina
Reading Association. Faculty $10.00/year.
Students $5.00/year. Faculty that renew or join
before October 15 will be entered for a chance
to win a restaurant gift card.
Students may join SCIRA (state council) and
SCCIRA (Spartanburg County) for only $5!
Information about SCIRA can be found at
www.scira.org * Information about IRA can be
found at www.reading.org
All memberships should be sent to:
Judy Arnold
163 McDonald Farms Dr.
Chesnee, SC 29323
[email protected]
OPPORTUNITIES (con nued) Preparing for the Praxis? PRAXIS WORKSHOP REGISTRATION Mail to: PSTA, 2015 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29201 Get advice from an expert! OR visit www.palmettoteachers.org to register online! NAME: __________________________________________ ADDRESS: ______________________________________ PRAXIS WORKSHOPS Sponsored by CITY/STATE/ZIP:____________________________________ PHONE: _________________EMAIL: ______________________ CHECK THE WORKSHOPS YOU WILL ATTEND: ( ) PRAXIS I – $10 ( ) PRAXIS II/PLT – Members: $10 Non‐members: $25 Total: $______ Saturday, September 22, 2012 Palmetto State Teachers Association office 2015 Assembly Street Payment Method: By enclosed check #: ________ or By credit card: VISA or MASTERCARD (circle one) Card no.: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Exp: _________ Last 3 Digits on the back of the card: __ __ __ Graduate Programs Graduate Programs Congratulations to William Neely! He has been awarded the USC Upstate Graduate Schol‐
Denise Cohen, an August 2012 graduate from
the Visual Impairment
Education Program, presented a poster entitled
“Dual Media Learner:
Braille Instruction for a
Young Child with a Progressive Eye Disorder at
the Association for the Education and Rehabilitation
of the Blind and Visually Impaired International
Conference in Seattle, Washington. Mary Holley
(not pictured) , a candidate in the Visual Impairment
Program, also co-presented a session with Dr. Herzberg entitled “Blindness and Selective Mutism: One
Student’s Response to Voice Output Devices” at the
conference.
arship for the 2012‐2013 school year! Please join us in welcoming Alyssa Rushing! She has been selected as the first Graduate Assistant for the School of Education. Congratula ons to Santosh Kumar Bom‐
mera, a candidate in the Visual Impair‐
ment Program! He was selected as “Educator of the Year” by the South Caroli‐
na chapter of the Na onal Federa on of the Blind recently. He is pictured with Marty McKenzie, board member as well as adjunct professor for USC Upstate. SoE Leadership…  Interim Dean Upcoming Dates:
Dr. Jim Charles  Interim Administrator Dr. Pamela Wash  Director, Graduate Programs Dr. Tina Herzberg  Director, Greenville Campus Dr. Judy Beck  Director, Sumter Campus Dr. Marilyn Izzard 
October 18‐19 Fall Break 
October 22—November 2 Advisement 
November 6 Elec on Day 
November 21‐23 Thanksgiving Holidays 
December 10‐14 Exams USC Upstate School of Educa on 800 University Way Spartanburg, SC 29303 864.503.5560 ph 864.503.5574 fax www.uscupstate.edu/academics/educa on