Here is an update on efforts to reduce idling at and surrounding the Convention Center. In response to Emily Griffith’s concerns over air quality and in accordance with the objectives of our sustainability program, Meet Green, we have collaborated with the City and County of Denver Environmental Health department to create the Engine’s OFF! idling program.
Following months of observation at the Colorado Convention Center (CCC), several meetings with individual transportation companies, as well as attending numerous DMCVB Transportation Forums, we have developed a comprehensive program to educate and encourage drivers to reduce or eliminate idling while servicing Denver.
The main components of the program are as follows:
New signage placed throughout CCC property (with tested messaging) encouraging drivers to turn their engines off and informing them of the 10 minute idling ordinance. See attached examples of these signs. Sign 1 - Sign 2
Count down clocks given to all transportation companies to be placed in shuttles and taxis as a way to measure time spent idling.
Letters sent to CCC vendors informing them of the program and requesting vendors’ pledged compliance. The vendors that sign pledges will be recognized on our website and given a letter of commendation from Mayor Hickenlooper.
Education of our clients to encourage their vendors to reduce idling.
Commitment to follow up regularly with clients and vendors regarding the program.
Thank you for your commitment to our community and our environment. Please let us know if you have further questions regarding the Engine’s OFF! or Meet Green sustainability programs.
Lindsay Smith
Sustainability Program Administrator
Colorado Convention Center /SMG
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
303.228.8123 office
303.681-1768 cell
lsmith@denverconvention.com
Monday, September 29, 2008
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Staff Development Course - Oct. 14 & 21, 3-5 pm
STAFF DEVELOPMENT COURSE FOR EMILLY GRIFFITH SCHOOL
A Practical Guide to Financial Wellness
This three hour workshop is designed to give the student “practical” and general financial guidance. The seminar will be broken up into two classes, each being one & a half hour in length. To break the ice, the first session will include a fun and eye-opening discussion on ways to save money. Participants are encouraged to come prepared to share any of their ideas with the class. A free CD with useful templates & student workbook is included with the class! The following is a general outline of PART 1.
• Saving Money:
- Fun and effective tools to stretch your dollar!
- Using the Internet to get free stuff at the grocery store
- Class participation and discussion
• Obtaining Credit:
- Little known secrets on how to get credit or improve it.
- Take precautions in preventing Identity Theft & what to do if it happens to you.
- Understand your rights in getting Creditors and Credit Bureaus to correct errors!
- Learn about the games credit card companies play to legally cheat you out of your money!
- Are those balance transfers really worth the money? Learn how to evaluate this?
- Turn the tables & take advantage of the credit card companies – we will show you how.
• Refinancing:
- Determine for yourself if refinancing is the right thing to do. We will show you how!
- Understand your goals! Do you want lower payments or to pay off the home faster?
PART II gets more serious. It is designed for homeowners that are or could be facing foreclosure in the future. It is also a course for future homeowners that want to avoid ever getting in that position.
• Refinancing: (continued from previous day)
- Understanding the loan fees and terminology. Where can you negotiate!
• Avoiding Foreclosure If Already a Homeowner:
- Don’t give up! Banks want to work with you! Learn about ALL your options.
- Learn where to go to get additional help.
- Refinancing may be an option yet – details on new Foreclosure Protection Act!
• Avoiding Foreclosure For Future Homeowners:
- Buy smart and with the right loan structure, using the right professionals!
- Use a financial advisor before starting the Home Purchase process
- Prepare a budget & Financial Statement. We will show you how.
- Learn how to save money by using someone that will combine their services.
• Additional Resources:
- Can’t cover everything in 3 hours but we can show you where to get the education
- Additional discussion on Buying Foreclosures, HUD Homes, Tax Education, Business Structures
This class is being taught by All-In-One Realty! “Providing clients with a comprehensive financial approach to buying and selling Real Estate” Founded in 2000, we have never produced a client that has suffered through a foreclosure or Bankruptcy. Get solid, comprehensive advice now for less than using traditional Real Estate and Mortgage companies.
Please call Jan Raymond, 34721, if you would like to sign up for this class
A Practical Guide to Financial Wellness
This three hour workshop is designed to give the student “practical” and general financial guidance. The seminar will be broken up into two classes, each being one & a half hour in length. To break the ice, the first session will include a fun and eye-opening discussion on ways to save money. Participants are encouraged to come prepared to share any of their ideas with the class. A free CD with useful templates & student workbook is included with the class! The following is a general outline of PART 1.
• Saving Money:
- Fun and effective tools to stretch your dollar!
- Using the Internet to get free stuff at the grocery store
- Class participation and discussion
• Obtaining Credit:
- Little known secrets on how to get credit or improve it.
- Take precautions in preventing Identity Theft & what to do if it happens to you.
- Understand your rights in getting Creditors and Credit Bureaus to correct errors!
- Learn about the games credit card companies play to legally cheat you out of your money!
- Are those balance transfers really worth the money? Learn how to evaluate this?
- Turn the tables & take advantage of the credit card companies – we will show you how.
• Refinancing:
- Determine for yourself if refinancing is the right thing to do. We will show you how!
- Understand your goals! Do you want lower payments or to pay off the home faster?
PART II gets more serious. It is designed for homeowners that are or could be facing foreclosure in the future. It is also a course for future homeowners that want to avoid ever getting in that position.
• Refinancing: (continued from previous day)
- Understanding the loan fees and terminology. Where can you negotiate!
• Avoiding Foreclosure If Already a Homeowner:
- Don’t give up! Banks want to work with you! Learn about ALL your options.
- Learn where to go to get additional help.
- Refinancing may be an option yet – details on new Foreclosure Protection Act!
• Avoiding Foreclosure For Future Homeowners:
- Buy smart and with the right loan structure, using the right professionals!
- Use a financial advisor before starting the Home Purchase process
- Prepare a budget & Financial Statement. We will show you how.
- Learn how to save money by using someone that will combine their services.
• Additional Resources:
- Can’t cover everything in 3 hours but we can show you where to get the education
- Additional discussion on Buying Foreclosures, HUD Homes, Tax Education, Business Structures
This class is being taught by All-In-One Realty! “Providing clients with a comprehensive financial approach to buying and selling Real Estate” Founded in 2000, we have never produced a client that has suffered through a foreclosure or Bankruptcy. Get solid, comprehensive advice now for less than using traditional Real Estate and Mortgage companies.
Please call Jan Raymond, 34721, if you would like to sign up for this class
Emily's Day Spa
“The Emily’s Day Spa is accepting appointments for facial services. Please call today or tell your friends to call for an appointment for a special relaxing time. The number of the Spa is 720-423-4924.”
Dorothy Seal, RN, BS, MEd.
Instructional Dean, Health Occupations
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
720-423-4734
fax 720-423-4762
dorothy_seal@dpsk12.org
Dorothy Seal, RN, BS, MEd.
Instructional Dean, Health Occupations
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
720-423-4734
fax 720-423-4762
dorothy_seal@dpsk12.org
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Flu Shots - Change of Date for Interest in Clinic
Please contact Dorothy Seal, 3-4734, by Wednesday October 1, 2008 if you are interested in a flu shot clinic. Also students will be welcomed to participate in the clinic.
I have found an agency willing to provide a flu shot clinic here at school. I would need to know how many people are interested in having me schedule the clinic. Right now the cost is $ 25.00 for the flu shot; $ 30.00 for the flu mist; and $ 42.00 for the pneumonia shot. We could also have family members included. Thanks. Dorothy Seal, extension 3-4734.
Dorothy Seal, RN, BS, MEd.
Instructional Dean, Health Occupations
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
720-423-4734
fax 720-423-4762
dorothy_seal@dpsk12.org
I have found an agency willing to provide a flu shot clinic here at school. I would need to know how many people are interested in having me schedule the clinic. Right now the cost is $ 25.00 for the flu shot; $ 30.00 for the flu mist; and $ 42.00 for the pneumonia shot. We could also have family members included. Thanks. Dorothy Seal, extension 3-4734.
Dorothy Seal, RN, BS, MEd.
Instructional Dean, Health Occupations
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
720-423-4734
fax 720-423-4762
dorothy_seal@dpsk12.org
Retirement Planning Class
Don't Delay
There is still time to sign up for the Retirement Planning class. The first session is tonight, 6-9 pm, in room 123. The second session will be next Tuesday, September 30.
See Dianna Marriott to register. Please be at the class by 6:00 pm.
Sharron Carosella
There is still time to sign up for the Retirement Planning class. The first session is tonight, 6-9 pm, in room 123. The second session will be next Tuesday, September 30.
See Dianna Marriott to register. Please be at the class by 6:00 pm.
Sharron Carosella
Vocational Teacher's Council Meeting
There will be a Vocational Teacher's Council meeting, Wednesday, October 1, 2008 in room 402 at 7:30 a.m.
Please turn in your requests before the meeting.
Please turn in your requests before the meeting.
PR Events week of September 22, 2008
Emily Griffith Opportunity School will be attending the following fairs this week.
College at Work Fair hosted by Arapahoe/Douglas Works on Monday September 22 from 11-12:30 – Connie Burke will be attending
The E3 Job Fair at the Colorado Convention Center on Thursday, September 25 from 11-5pm – Frank Aguilar, Connie Burke, Marisa Cantarovici, Tandy Reyes, Charlene Salazar, Marla Rodriguez and Christine Hill will be attending
Frank Aguilar
Public Relations Department
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
720-423-4756
College at Work Fair hosted by Arapahoe/Douglas Works on Monday September 22 from 11-12:30 – Connie Burke will be attending
The E3 Job Fair at the Colorado Convention Center on Thursday, September 25 from 11-5pm – Frank Aguilar, Connie Burke, Marisa Cantarovici, Tandy Reyes, Charlene Salazar, Marla Rodriguez and Christine Hill will be attending
Frank Aguilar
Public Relations Department
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
720-423-4756
Monday, September 15, 2008
New Event Management Specialist Program
REMINDER!!
New Event Management Specialist Program beginning October 6.
Help us spread the word. Questions (?), contact Janice Genova at 720-423-4803.
JoAn Keeler
Coordinator,
College of Business & Computer Technology
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
1250 Welton St.
Denver, CO 80204
PH: 720-423-4804
Fax: 720-423-4810
Email: joan_keeler@dpsk12.org
www.egos-school.com
New Event Management Specialist Program beginning October 6.
Help us spread the word. Questions (?), contact Janice Genova at 720-423-4803.
JoAn Keeler
Coordinator,
College of Business & Computer Technology
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
1250 Welton St.
Denver, CO 80204
PH: 720-423-4804
Fax: 720-423-4810
Email: joan_keeler@dpsk12.org
www.egos-school.com
Emily Griffith Documentary
Dear Faculty and Staff,
RE: Emily Griffith Documentary
When: Sept. 16-17, 11am-1pm
Where: Rm. 238
There was an overwhelmingly positive response to the Emily Griffith documentary shown at the staff orientation meeting last week, made by Francesca Clifford and Alexandra Guy. Many of you have asked to see the video again since the bright space made the visibility of the DVD poor.The 10 minute video will be set up and played continuously in room 238 next week Tuesday Sept. 16 and Wednesday Sept. 17 from 11am-1:00pmIn addition, DVD’s will be made available to anyone who would like a copy and also the video is making its way to the Opportunity School website.
In addition, we have made copies of this documentary in DVD that you can keep in your classroom and show your students and anyone else who may appreciate seeing it. A donation to the Emily Griffith Foundation would be a gracious gesture, but not necessary.
Please come by 238 and pick of your DVD.
Sincerely,
Connie M. Ross
Dean of Instruction
College of Design Industries
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
1250 Welton Street
Denver, CO 80204
720-423-4866 ph
720-423-4762 fax
http://www.egos-school.com/
Dream without Limits
Begin without Guarantees
Wander without Fear
Recover without Fail
Believe Without Seeing
RE: Emily Griffith Documentary
When: Sept. 16-17, 11am-1pm
Where: Rm. 238
There was an overwhelmingly positive response to the Emily Griffith documentary shown at the staff orientation meeting last week, made by Francesca Clifford and Alexandra Guy. Many of you have asked to see the video again since the bright space made the visibility of the DVD poor.The 10 minute video will be set up and played continuously in room 238 next week Tuesday Sept. 16 and Wednesday Sept. 17 from 11am-1:00pmIn addition, DVD’s will be made available to anyone who would like a copy and also the video is making its way to the Opportunity School website.
In addition, we have made copies of this documentary in DVD that you can keep in your classroom and show your students and anyone else who may appreciate seeing it. A donation to the Emily Griffith Foundation would be a gracious gesture, but not necessary.
Please come by 238 and pick of your DVD.
Sincerely,
Connie M. Ross
Dean of Instruction
College of Design Industries
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
1250 Welton Street
Denver, CO 80204
720-423-4866 ph
720-423-4762 fax
http://www.egos-school.com/
Dream without Limits
Begin without Guarantees
Wander without Fear
Recover without Fail
Believe Without Seeing
Student Services Update
We completed the first week of this semester and student services is still
very busy. I want to take this opportunity to personally thank all members
of the Student Services Team for doing an outstanding job. I know how busy
you have been; yet, you still provided the highest level of customer
service.
During the first week of the semester, the Treasurer's Office assisted large
numbers of students to complete the enrollment process, and Jean Noah, on
her own time, picked up books, locks, and keys to assist students....GREAT
JOB! Financial Aid has remained 'caught up' in spite of Kimberly's need to
be out for medical reasons. Registration and Advising have seen many
students and returned countless calls...classes are getting filled. The
Assessment Center served 7,237 students. The Student Success Center issued
2200 student IDs and opened 800 email accounts for students. The
Instructional Resource Center, Career Development Center, Language Learning
Center, and the Emily Griffith High School staff assisted with IDs.
In addition, the Career Development Center planned for a Job Fair and the
Instructional Resource Center published its first edition of a very
professional newsletter. The TANF Office assisted over 50 participants and
held the first Career Circle of the year. Randy Redd in Tech Support has
done an outstanding job updating the computers around the building. Thank
you, all, for your efficiency and dedication.
I also want to thank Chef Tim, Chef Kristi and their students for providing
the lemonade, cups, and napkins for the registration area these past couple
of weeks. The offering of cookies and lemonade provides a very welcoming
atmosphere for potential students. Dianna Marriott picked up the boxes of
cookies, on her own time. Thank you Dianna. Faye Hartz, our excellent
work-study student, also assisted me in replenishing the cookie trays.
Thank you, Faye.
Sharron Carosella
very busy. I want to take this opportunity to personally thank all members
of the Student Services Team for doing an outstanding job. I know how busy
you have been; yet, you still provided the highest level of customer
service.
During the first week of the semester, the Treasurer's Office assisted large
numbers of students to complete the enrollment process, and Jean Noah, on
her own time, picked up books, locks, and keys to assist students....GREAT
JOB! Financial Aid has remained 'caught up' in spite of Kimberly's need to
be out for medical reasons. Registration and Advising have seen many
students and returned countless calls...classes are getting filled. The
Assessment Center served 7,237 students. The Student Success Center issued
2200 student IDs and opened 800 email accounts for students. The
Instructional Resource Center, Career Development Center, Language Learning
Center, and the Emily Griffith High School staff assisted with IDs.
In addition, the Career Development Center planned for a Job Fair and the
Instructional Resource Center published its first edition of a very
professional newsletter. The TANF Office assisted over 50 participants and
held the first Career Circle of the year. Randy Redd in Tech Support has
done an outstanding job updating the computers around the building. Thank
you, all, for your efficiency and dedication.
I also want to thank Chef Tim, Chef Kristi and their students for providing
the lemonade, cups, and napkins for the registration area these past couple
of weeks. The offering of cookies and lemonade provides a very welcoming
atmosphere for potential students. Dianna Marriott picked up the boxes of
cookies, on her own time. Thank you Dianna. Faye Hartz, our excellent
work-study student, also assisted me in replenishing the cookie trays.
Thank you, Faye.
Sharron Carosella
Thursday, September 11, 2008
From the Foundation
Bargains! The Foundation still has four silent auction items left from a recent fundraiser that have starting bids at half their value: Frontier airline tickets for two, Hawaii vacation home for 10 days, trial membership at DAC for three months, beautiful framed watercolor.
Also available for a great gift or personal read: Class Acts: Stories From Emily Griffith Opportunity School, Carolyn Brink’s award-winning book.
Proceeds from all of the above benefit the Foundation. Visit Room 200 to find out more.
Marilyn Bowlds
Also available for a great gift or personal read: Class Acts: Stories From Emily Griffith Opportunity School, Carolyn Brink’s award-winning book.
Proceeds from all of the above benefit the Foundation. Visit Room 200 to find out more.
Marilyn Bowlds
Monday, September 8, 2008
Passing of a Long-Time ESL Staff Member
On Sunday, September 7, long-time ESL staff member, Dick Thompson, passed away. Dick had been a part of the EGOS family for almost 20 years. He was a dedicated member of the ESL department who always found the time to make current and prospective students feel welcomed at our school. Over the years, students often made a point of stopping by the ESL office to visit with Dick or to take the time to express their thanks for his good-natured manner, as well as for the patience, assistance, and guidance he shared so readily. He always had a friendly word not only for each member of the ESL staff, but for the many other EGOS staff members he befriended. Evenings in the ESL office won’t be quite the same without Dick’s friendly presence.
Funeral arrangements are still being finalized. Those who wish to express their condolences to the family should contact Dick’s wife, Gabriela, and his daughter, Marisa Thompson.
11036 E. Berry Ave.
Englewood, CO 80111
Slavica Park
Dean of Instruction
English as a Second Language
720-423-4751
Funeral arrangements are still being finalized. Those who wish to express their condolences to the family should contact Dick’s wife, Gabriela, and his daughter, Marisa Thompson.
11036 E. Berry Ave.
Englewood, CO 80111
Slavica Park
Dean of Instruction
English as a Second Language
720-423-4751
Job Fair
Hi Everyone,
We will be having a job fair next Monday, Sept.15th from 12noon-1pm in the 2nd floor conference room. The following companies said they would be joining us and are looking to fill the positions next to their names.
Please direct the appropriate students.
Thanks,
Tandy
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
Career Development Center
720.423.4745
cdc@dpsk12.org
Company Hiring
Best Care Inc CNAs
Divine Dedication CNAs, PCPs
Hope at Home Coding/Billing, CNAs
Interim Healthcare CNAs
Maxim Healthcare Svcs Dent Asst, Phleb, Phar Tech CNAs
Peak Nursing CNAs, LPNs
US Navy MA, Coding, Transc, Phleb, Culin
Dent Asst, Phar Tech, Clerical
Wind Crest Culin, CNAs
We will be having a job fair next Monday, Sept.15th from 12noon-1pm in the 2nd floor conference room. The following companies said they would be joining us and are looking to fill the positions next to their names.
Please direct the appropriate students.
Thanks,
Tandy
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
Career Development Center
720.423.4745
cdc@dpsk12.org
Company Hiring
Best Care Inc CNAs
Divine Dedication CNAs, PCPs
Hope at Home Coding/Billing, CNAs
Interim Healthcare CNAs
Maxim Healthcare Svcs Dent Asst, Phleb, Phar Tech CNAs
Peak Nursing CNAs, LPNs
US Navy MA, Coding, Transc, Phleb, Culin
Dent Asst, Phar Tech, Clerical
Wind Crest Culin, CNAs
Emily Griffith Documentary
Dear Faculty and Staff,
RE: Emily Griffith Documentary
When: Sept. 16-17, 11am-1pm
Where: Rm. 238
There was an overwhelmingly positive response to the Emily Griffith documentary shown at the staff orientation meeting last week, made by Francesca Clifford and Alexandra Guy. Many of you have asked to see the video again since the bright space made the visibility of the DVD poor.The 10 minute video will be set up and played continuously in room 238 next week Tuesday Sept. 16 and Wednesday Sept. 17 from 11am-1:00pmIn addition, DVD’s will be made available to anyone who would like a copy and also the video is making its way to the Opportunity School website.
Sincerely,Connie M. Ross
Dean of Instruction
College of Design Industries
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
1250 Welton StreetDenver, CO 80204
720-423-4866 ph
720-423-4762 fax
http://www.egos-school.com/
Dream without Limits
Begin without Guarantees
Wander without Fear
Recover without Fail
Believe Without Seeing
RE: Emily Griffith Documentary
When: Sept. 16-17, 11am-1pm
Where: Rm. 238
There was an overwhelmingly positive response to the Emily Griffith documentary shown at the staff orientation meeting last week, made by Francesca Clifford and Alexandra Guy. Many of you have asked to see the video again since the bright space made the visibility of the DVD poor.The 10 minute video will be set up and played continuously in room 238 next week Tuesday Sept. 16 and Wednesday Sept. 17 from 11am-1:00pmIn addition, DVD’s will be made available to anyone who would like a copy and also the video is making its way to the Opportunity School website.
Sincerely,Connie M. Ross
Dean of Instruction
College of Design Industries
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
1250 Welton StreetDenver, CO 80204
720-423-4866 ph
720-423-4762 fax
http://www.egos-school.com/
Dream without Limits
Begin without Guarantees
Wander without Fear
Recover without Fail
Believe Without Seeing
Fire Drill - Staff Handbook
Fire drills are scheduled for September 16 at 9:40 AM and September 18 at 6:40 PM. Thereafter, all other fire drills will be unannounced. Please review the procedures with your students. The procedures are on pages 13-15 of the EGOS Staff Handbook. The handbook is located on the EGOS intranet. To access it: Go to the EGOS website, then click on the following links:
Staff login
Click here to access the existing Staff Intranet
Staff Information Page
EGOS Staff Documents (lower right hand corner)
Staff Handbook
Lou Ann Gilhooly
DirectorEmily Griffith High School
1250 Welton Street
Denver, CO 80204
720-423-4738
Fx: 720-423-4850
Staff login
Click here to access the existing Staff Intranet
Staff Information Page
EGOS Staff Documents (lower right hand corner)
Staff Handbook
Lou Ann Gilhooly
DirectorEmily Griffith High School
1250 Welton Street
Denver, CO 80204
720-423-4738
Fx: 720-423-4850
Business Card Information
It’s that time again to place your business card order with the Public Relations Department.
Please email all information to Frank_Aguilar@dpsk12.org or bring a copy of your last business card or complete information to Frank Aguilar in room 207. If there are corrections please note them right on the card or in your email.
All request for cards need to be submitted by this Thursday 3pm.
Thank you,
Frank Aguilar
Public Relations Department
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
720-423-4756
Please email all information to Frank_Aguilar@dpsk12.org or bring a copy of your last business card or complete information to Frank Aguilar in room 207. If there are corrections please note them right on the card or in your email.
All request for cards need to be submitted by this Thursday 3pm.
Thank you,
Frank Aguilar
Public Relations Department
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
720-423-4756
Chair Cleaning
On Thursday, September 11, Phil Rummel's class will be cleaning chairs.
If you have a chair you would like to have cleaned, please have it to Phil by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, September 11. Be sure to put your name on your chair. Your chair will be ready to pick up on Friday, September 12.
If you have a chair you would like to have cleaned, please have it to Phil by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, September 11. Be sure to put your name on your chair. Your chair will be ready to pick up on Friday, September 12.
New Staff Development Course
STAFF DEVELOPMENT COURSE FOR EMILLY GRIFFITH SCHOOL
Part I will be Oct. 14th and Part II will be Oct. 21st. Time will be 3-5:00PM.
A Practical Guide to Financial Wellness
This three hour workshop is designed to give the student “practical” and general financial guidance. The seminar will be broken up into two classes, each being one & a half hour in length. To break the ice, the first session will include a fun and eye-opening discussion on ways to save money. Participants are encouraged to come prepared to share any of their ideas with the class. A free CD with useful templates & student workbook is included with the class! The following is a general outline of PART 1.
• Saving Money:
- Fun and effective tools to stretch your dollar!
- Using the Internet to get free stuff at the grocery store
- Class participation and discussion
• Obtaining Credit:
- Little known secrets on how to get credit or improve it.
- Take precautions in preventing Identity Theft & what to do if it happens to you.
- Understand your rights in getting Creditors and Credit Bureaus to correct errors!
- Learn about the games credit card companies play to legally cheat you out of your money!
- Are those balance transfers really worth the money? Learn how to evaluate this?
- Turn the tables & take advantage of the credit card companies – we will show you how.
• Refinancing:
- Determine for yourself if refinancing is the right thing to do. We will show you how!
- Understand your goals! Do you want lower payments or to pay off the home faster?
PART II gets more serious. It is designed for homeowners that are or could be facing foreclosure in the future. It is also a course for future homeowners that want to avoid ever getting in that position.
• Refinancing: (continued from previous day)
- Understanding the loan fees and terminology. Where can you negotiate!
• Avoiding Foreclosure If Already a Homeowner:
- Don’t give up! Banks want to work with you! Learn about ALL your options.
- Learn where to go to get additional help.
- Refinancing may be an option yet – details on new Foreclosure Protection Act!
• Avoiding Foreclosure For Future Homeowners:
- Buy smart and with the right loan structure, using the right professionals!
- Use a financial advisor before starting the Home Purchase process
- Prepare a budget & Financial Statement. We will show you how.
- Learn how to save money by using someone that will combine their services.
• Additional Resources:
- Can’t cover everything in 3 hours but we can show you where to get the education
- Additional discussion on Buying Foreclosures, HUD Homes, Tax Education, Business Structures
This class is being taught by All-In-One Realty! “Providing clients with a comprehensive financial approach to buying and selling Real Estate” Founded in 2000, we have never produced a client that has suffered through a foreclosure or Bankruptcy. Get solid, comprehensive advice now for less than using traditional Real Estate and Mortgage companies.
Part I will be Oct. 14th and Part II will be Oct. 21st. Time will be 3-5:00PM.
A Practical Guide to Financial Wellness
This three hour workshop is designed to give the student “practical” and general financial guidance. The seminar will be broken up into two classes, each being one & a half hour in length. To break the ice, the first session will include a fun and eye-opening discussion on ways to save money. Participants are encouraged to come prepared to share any of their ideas with the class. A free CD with useful templates & student workbook is included with the class! The following is a general outline of PART 1.
• Saving Money:
- Fun and effective tools to stretch your dollar!
- Using the Internet to get free stuff at the grocery store
- Class participation and discussion
• Obtaining Credit:
- Little known secrets on how to get credit or improve it.
- Take precautions in preventing Identity Theft & what to do if it happens to you.
- Understand your rights in getting Creditors and Credit Bureaus to correct errors!
- Learn about the games credit card companies play to legally cheat you out of your money!
- Are those balance transfers really worth the money? Learn how to evaluate this?
- Turn the tables & take advantage of the credit card companies – we will show you how.
• Refinancing:
- Determine for yourself if refinancing is the right thing to do. We will show you how!
- Understand your goals! Do you want lower payments or to pay off the home faster?
PART II gets more serious. It is designed for homeowners that are or could be facing foreclosure in the future. It is also a course for future homeowners that want to avoid ever getting in that position.
• Refinancing: (continued from previous day)
- Understanding the loan fees and terminology. Where can you negotiate!
• Avoiding Foreclosure If Already a Homeowner:
- Don’t give up! Banks want to work with you! Learn about ALL your options.
- Learn where to go to get additional help.
- Refinancing may be an option yet – details on new Foreclosure Protection Act!
• Avoiding Foreclosure For Future Homeowners:
- Buy smart and with the right loan structure, using the right professionals!
- Use a financial advisor before starting the Home Purchase process
- Prepare a budget & Financial Statement. We will show you how.
- Learn how to save money by using someone that will combine their services.
• Additional Resources:
- Can’t cover everything in 3 hours but we can show you where to get the education
- Additional discussion on Buying Foreclosures, HUD Homes, Tax Education, Business Structures
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CAP4K State Forums
CDE
Colorado Department of Education – Communications Office
201 East Colfax Ave.
Room 501
Denver, CO 80203
Phone: 303-866-3898
Fax: 303-866-6938
Sept. 5, 2008
News Release
Eleven Regional Forums Scheduled To Define 21st Century Skills, School Readiness, Postsecondary Readiness, and Workforce Readiness For New State Standards Community members, parents, educators and students are invited to attend one of 11 community meetings being held around the state during the week of Sept. 15 to gather ideas about definitions which will modernize our state’s content standards. The meetings will be hosted by the Colorado Department of Education. The content standards establish by grade and subject what students are expected to learn in school. Each forum will run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on the following dates and locations:
Monday, Sept. 15
Denver School of the Arts Concert Hall, 7111 Montview Blvd.
Jefferson County Building, Hearing Room #1, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden
Grand Junction Doubletree Hotel, Monument Room, 743 Horizon Dr.
Tuesday, Sept. 16
Colorado Springs Doubletree Hotel, 1775 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd.
Durango High School, 2390 Main Ave.
Wednesday, Sept. 17
Alamosa School District, Ortega Middle School, 401 Victoria Ave.
Fort Collins, location to be determined
Philip S. Miller Library, Castle Rock, 100 S. Wilcox
Thursday, September 18
Leadville School District, Lake County High School, 1000 West 4th St.
Pueblo West High School, 661 W. Capistrano Ave.
Steamboat Springs High School, 45 Maple St.
Attendees will be asked to review proposed definitions for “21st century skills,” “school readiness,” “post-secondary readiness” and “workforce readiness.” Those definitions will guide revisions to specific content standards.
“The content standards form the bedrock of our work in schools,” said Colorado Commissioner of Education Dwight D. Jones. “They represent a joint understanding of what is expected of teachers to teach and of students to learn. It’s critical that we gather the state’s best thinking about defining our terms in order to help the standards revision process move forward.”
Commissioner Jones announced the standards review process in September 2007.
The concept of content standards was developed in Colorado in the early 1990’s. Statewide standards for the first time defined the knowledge and benchmarks that students should acquire within each grade span and in each subject. Under state law, local school districts may adopt their own content standards as long as they are at least as rigorous as the state’s version.
The Colorado General Assembly passed the standards-based education law in 1993 and standards were written for reading, writing, mathematics and science. Additional standards have been developed in civics, dance, economics, foreign language, geography, history, music, physical education, theatre and visual arts.
The standards have not changed since schools started using them in 1994. The first strand of what has become the full Colorado Student Assessment Program (CSAP) exam was given in 1997, when fourth-grade students were tested in reading and writing based on those standards.
The department’s Office of Standards and Assessment will deliver proposed new standards to the state board of education for final review December 2009.
For more information about the standards review process, visit http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeassess/documents/OSA/stand_rev.html
For more information, contact Mark Stevens, 303-866-3898, or Megan McDermott, 303-866-2334, in the CDE Office of Communications. To sign up for the CDE e-mail news service, please visit http://www.cde.state.co.us/Communications/index.html
# # #
Dr. Geri J. Anderson
Provost
Colorado Community College System
http://www.cccs.edu/
720-858-2759
Colorado Department of Education – Communications Office
201 East Colfax Ave.
Room 501
Denver, CO 80203
Phone: 303-866-3898
Fax: 303-866-6938
Sept. 5, 2008
News Release
Eleven Regional Forums Scheduled To Define 21st Century Skills, School Readiness, Postsecondary Readiness, and Workforce Readiness For New State Standards Community members, parents, educators and students are invited to attend one of 11 community meetings being held around the state during the week of Sept. 15 to gather ideas about definitions which will modernize our state’s content standards. The meetings will be hosted by the Colorado Department of Education. The content standards establish by grade and subject what students are expected to learn in school. Each forum will run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on the following dates and locations:
Monday, Sept. 15
Denver School of the Arts Concert Hall, 7111 Montview Blvd.
Jefferson County Building, Hearing Room #1, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden
Grand Junction Doubletree Hotel, Monument Room, 743 Horizon Dr.
Tuesday, Sept. 16
Colorado Springs Doubletree Hotel, 1775 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd.
Durango High School, 2390 Main Ave.
Wednesday, Sept. 17
Alamosa School District, Ortega Middle School, 401 Victoria Ave.
Fort Collins, location to be determined
Philip S. Miller Library, Castle Rock, 100 S. Wilcox
Thursday, September 18
Leadville School District, Lake County High School, 1000 West 4th St.
Pueblo West High School, 661 W. Capistrano Ave.
Steamboat Springs High School, 45 Maple St.
Attendees will be asked to review proposed definitions for “21st century skills,” “school readiness,” “post-secondary readiness” and “workforce readiness.” Those definitions will guide revisions to specific content standards.
“The content standards form the bedrock of our work in schools,” said Colorado Commissioner of Education Dwight D. Jones. “They represent a joint understanding of what is expected of teachers to teach and of students to learn. It’s critical that we gather the state’s best thinking about defining our terms in order to help the standards revision process move forward.”
Commissioner Jones announced the standards review process in September 2007.
The concept of content standards was developed in Colorado in the early 1990’s. Statewide standards for the first time defined the knowledge and benchmarks that students should acquire within each grade span and in each subject. Under state law, local school districts may adopt their own content standards as long as they are at least as rigorous as the state’s version.
The Colorado General Assembly passed the standards-based education law in 1993 and standards were written for reading, writing, mathematics and science. Additional standards have been developed in civics, dance, economics, foreign language, geography, history, music, physical education, theatre and visual arts.
The standards have not changed since schools started using them in 1994. The first strand of what has become the full Colorado Student Assessment Program (CSAP) exam was given in 1997, when fourth-grade students were tested in reading and writing based on those standards.
The department’s Office of Standards and Assessment will deliver proposed new standards to the state board of education for final review December 2009.
For more information about the standards review process, visit http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeassess/documents/OSA/stand_rev.html
For more information, contact Mark Stevens, 303-866-3898, or Megan McDermott, 303-866-2334, in the CDE Office of Communications. To sign up for the CDE e-mail news service, please visit http://www.cde.state.co.us/Communications/index.html
# # #
Dr. Geri J. Anderson
Provost
Colorado Community College System
http://www.cccs.edu/
720-858-2759
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