TeacherPlanet Newsletter   September 17, 2007  
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Quote of the Week: Nothing builds self-esteem and self-confidence like accomplishment. ~Thomas Carlyle

1. NEWS: Kids compete, learn science, win $10,000!

ExploraVision is a national science competition that encourages K–12 students to create and explore visions of future technology. It teaches students creative thinking, problem solving and how to organize and convey knowledge effectively. Four winning teams get $10,000 savings bonds! Learn more.

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- Certificates & Awards: Student of the Week [See Details]
- Teaching Units: Autumn Begins - Theme Page [See Details]
- Worksheets: Open House Invitation [See Details]
- Monthly Themes: 330 A-Z Theme Unit Pages [See Details]
- Tool of the Week: Flip Book Creator [See Details]
- ESL Feature: Teaching Irregular Verbs [See Details]
- TeacherFreebies.com: Complimentary DVD [Here]
- Assessment Rubrics: K-3 Continuum [See Details]

Announcement - UNE offers Online MSEd

Designed for working educators with demanding lifestyles, our Master of Science in Education Program requires no on-campus visits and can be completed entirely online! The program provides comprehensive examination of all facets of the classroom curriculum offering experienced educators the opportunity to learn, reflect, and practice skills based on the latest educational research and instructional techniques. For more information please Visit Here>>

3. Humor, Inspiration & News:

- Crazy Cartoon: "Back to School: Hooray!" [See Cartoon]
- Joke of the Week: Math Humor: Definitions [Read Details]
- Posters 4 Teachers: Careers: I Am A Farmer [See Poster]
- News 4 Teachers: Latest Teacher Headlines! [Read Here]

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- Degrees4Teachers: Online Masters in Education [Visit Here]
- MyTeacherSoftware: Complimentary Software [Visit Here]
- Gradebooks: Be ready for back-to-school '07 [View Site]
- Fundraising 4 Teachers: Magazine Fundraising! [See Details]

Announcement: Energize Your Future

Your students have a boundless supply of energy. You just have to figure out how to direct it in order to maximize their potential. At shell.com/us/energizeyourfuture you’ll find help with free reproducible lesson plans, worksheets, and classroom activities featuring energy related content to boost your curriculum and spark interest in your students

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