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It is a great pleasure to serve this year as your President. It
is an honor and a responsibility that I take most seriously.
NYSAFLT is an organization with a rich history dating back to
1917, but we cannot be content to rest on our laurels. We must
carry on the proud tradition established by those who came before
us and work to keep NYSAFLT in step with 21st century standards.
This means continuing to be an advocate for the study of language
and culture and also striving to keep our members informed of the
latest developments in language study.
Of course, in order to do this we look to all of our members. The
strength of our organization lies in the synergy created by
committed, passionate colleagues collaborating for the betterment
of our profession.
This website along with our
listservs are wonderful avenues to keep you apprised of all
that NYSAFLT has to offer and contains a wealth of foreign
language information. Please be sure to take a look at some of the
resources available to you as a member of NYSAFLT.
- Is your district looking for someone to offer staff
development to your language department? Have you checked out
Speakers Bureau for
ideas? Or have you considered offering your services by
submitting a
workshop proposal that you are willing to share with
others?
- Looking for support as you embark upon a new career,
teaching a new level of language or endeavoring to incorporate
technology into your instruction, consider seeking help
through our
Professional Support Program, formerly known as our
Mentoring Program. Remember this is not only for new teachers
but for anyone attempting a new challenge in their profession.
- Do you have an activity that your students really love?
Pass it on to your colleagues – Just go to the Activity
Database in the Members Only area and submit your idea.
- Also, if you did not have the opportunity to participate
in our Regents Review Webinars don’t miss the chance to
participate in our
webinars in 2010. Be a part of quality LOTE professional
development without having to drive, fly or leave your home.
My theme for 2010, is “Let’s be Invitational!”. I invite each
of you to fully participate in all that NYSAFLT has to offer and I
ask you to generously extend this invitation to others. We each
have so many gifts to offer, please consider sharing your talents
for the good of our profession.
Sincerely,
Sue Hochmuth
2010 NYSAFLT President
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