The American Association of School Administrator's (AASA's) mission is to support and develop effective school system leaders who are dedicated to the highest quality public education for all children.
"Based in Washington, DC, the American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychology in the United States. With more than 150,000 members, APA is the largest association of psychologists worldwide."
The Center for Development and Learning (CDL) is a private nonprofit mission-driven organization that specializes in development and dissemination of leading edge research, knowledge, training and best practices from diverse yet related fields that impact educational success. CDL was conceived to help turn the cycle of frustration and failure into hope and success for children with nontraditional learning profiles.
Dedicated to excellence and fairness in early education, the Core Knowledge Foundation is an independent, non-profit, non-partisan organization. The Foundation conducts research on curricula, develops books and other materials for parents and teachers, offers workshops for teachers, and serves as the hub of a growing network of Core Knowledge schools. The "Core Knowledge" movement is an educational reform based on the premise that a grade-by-grade core of common learning is necessary to ensure a sound and fair elementary education.
For 26 years, the FTE has held one goal above all others - a commitment to quality in our programs to improve economic education. "The array of FTE professional development programs for teachers spans the social studies spectrum and offers leadership training for carefully selected students. FTE programs and materials (always free) are available around the United States, in Central Europe, and online - all are joint ventures with partner organizations. "
"Junior Achievement is passionate people inspiring kids to learn the economics of life through free enterprise education. JA enables caring business professionals to share their experience with students to show them what it takes to be successful. After all, kids are our future."
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is dedicated to improving the well-being of all young children, with particular focus on the quality of educational and developmental services for all children from birth through age 8. NAEYC is committed to becoming an increasingly high performing and inclusive organization. Founded in 1926, NAEYC is the world's largest organization working on behalf of young children with more than 100,000 members, a national network of nearly 450 local, state, and regional Affiliates, and a growing global alliance of like-minded organizations.
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The Consortium aims to foster and support specialized schools in mathematics, science and technology, and provide a forum for these schools to exchange information and program ideas. Each year the consortium holds a student conference in which "the leaders of tomorrow's scientific community may come to share ideas and concepts that may better the future. At such meetings, intelligent young people confront the burning problems of today's world with their fresh initiative. Here, leaders are born and minds are shaped."
The National Council for History Education is a non-profit corporation dedicated to promoting the importance of history in schools and in society. The Council is supported by the contributions of individuals and organizations. NCHE links history in the schools with many activities sponsored by state and local organizations. We provide a communications network for all advocates of history education, whether in schools, colleges, museums, historical councils, or community groups.
The mission of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is to provide the vision and leadership necessary to ensure a mathematics education of the highest quality for all students. Founded in 1920, NCTM is the world's largest mathematics education organization, with more than 100,000 members and 250 Affiliates throughout the United States and Canada.
"The National Education Association (NEA) is the nation's largest professional employee organization and is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA's 2.7 million members work at every level of education, from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state, as well as in more than 14,000 local communities across the United States."
"National PTA is the largest volunteer child advocacy organization in the United States. A not-for-profit association of parents, educators, students, and other citizens active in their schools and communities, PTA is a leader in reminding our nation of its obligations to children."
The NSGT is a non-profit foundation that honors and encourages gifted and talented children and youth by providing recognition of their significant academic and artistic accomplishments and access to educational resources and advanced learning opportunities directly related to their interests and talent areas.
NEAG Center for Gifted Education & Talent Development is an online resource that offers a variety of valuable information including articles, parent resources, the mentor connection, and much more.
Phi Beta Kappa was founded on December 5, 1776, at the College of William and Mary. Since then, Phi Beta Kappa has evolved to become the nation's leading advocate for the liberal arts and sciences at the undergraduate level. Phi Beta Kappa fosters and promotes the liberal arts through the Scholarships and Awards is bestows upon those who have excelled in the liberal arts and sciences. This is done through fellowships, service awards and literary awards.
The American Society for Engineering Education is a nonprofit member association dedicated to promoting and improving engineering and technology education. ASEE is more than 12,000 deans, professors, instructors, students and industry representatives.
The College Board is a national nonprofit membership association whose mission is to prepare, inspire, and connect students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, the association is composed of more than 4,300 schools, colleges, universities, and other educational organizations.
This organization focuses on promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning. Science education is endorsed and there are a number of initiatives, one of which is to build a presence for science - promoting standards-based science teaching and learning. There are numerous science resource links and information - designed for professional development of science teachers. A discussion board, career center and newsletter are some of the other features.
"The Textbook League was established in 1989 to support the creation and acceptance of sound schoolbooks. Our chief activity is the publication of The Textbook Letter (or TTL, as it is called), which we mail to subscribers throughout the United States. The subscribers include classroom teachers, officers of local school districts, officers of state or county education agencies, and private citizens who take a serious interest in the quality of the instruction offered in the public schools. "
United States Department of Education is a useful tool for parents, educators, students, and school administrators. This website has a variety of links and resources including budget, jobs, press releases, funding facts, and much more.
The Arkansas Association of Gifted Education Administrators (AAGEA) is a professional education association open to persons engaged in any phase of gifted and talented education administration or supervision.
"The Children, Youth, and Family Consortium was established during the Fall of 1991 to bring together the varied competencies of the University of Minnesota and the vital resources of Minnesota's communities to enhance the ability of individuals and organizations to address critical health, education, and social policy concerns in ways that improve the well-being of Minnesota's children, youth and families."
MEGAT seeks to further the common good of gifted education in Maine. The organization disseminates news and information to parents and professionals interested in gifted and talented youth and works collaboratively with the State Department, university system and other appropriate organizations in providing training statewide.
The Maryland Coalition for Gifted and Talented Education (MCGATE) is a statewide parent/professional advocacy group. Membership in MCGATE is open to Maryland's local county advocacy groups, individual parents, students, educators, administrators, concerned citizens, and businesses. Work is done on the national, state, and local levels and with other educational associations to build support for gifted children in Maryland.
The Minnesota Educators of Gifted and Talented (MEGT) promotes and supports the professional preparation of teachers and other educational professionals, cooperates with other organizations and agencies in efforts to promote the education, funding and welfare of gifted and talented students, and encourages scholarly research and the dissemination of information pertaining to gifted and talented children in school and society.
The New Jersey Consortium for Gifted and Talented Programs is an organization dedicated to providing a special forum for teachers and students involved in gifted education. Membership is open to any school district in New Jersey interested in specialized programs for the gifted.
The goal of this organization of teachers, parents, and community leaders is to foster a better understanding of the needs and capabilities of academically/intellectually gifted children. NCAGT promotes and supports the development of gifted students through dissemination of information and advocate on the behalf of these students.
Rhode Island Advocates for Gifted Education (RIAGE) is a non-profit organization of parents, educators, and others who recognize the need to provide appropriate education and support for gifted and talented students in Rhode Island.
The Washoe County School District Gifted and Talented Advisory Council (GTAC) serves as an advisory body to the Washoe County School District (WCSD) and focuses on enhancement and improvement of Gifted and Talented Programs in Northern Nevada. GTAC consists of parent, teacher, and administrative representatives from elementary, middle and high school levels.
ASK is an international educational consulting firm based in Alexandria, Virginia. ASK does long-term multifaceted work with schools, school districts, and educational collaboratives, as well as businesses and organizations interested in teaching and learning.
Current areas of emphasis include teaching, learning, and leading in a standards-based environment, differentiation of instruction, revision of supervision and evaluation systems, data driven decisions, job embedded learning, and induction.
This online database of professional development opportunities provides a wealth of information on conferences and workshops for K-12 educators and teachers. It is a free service for the education community.
For more than two decades, National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC) has led a movement linking youths, educators, and communities to redefine the role of young people in society. That movement is service-learning, and it empowers youths to transform themselves from recipients of information and resources into valuable, contributing members of a democracy. Service-learning is a teaching method that enriches learning by engaging students in meaningful service to their schools and communities through a process that is carefully integrated with established learning objectives. It emphasizes critical thinking and problem solving; takes on real issues such as hunger, homelessness, and diversity; and values people of all ages as citizens with talents to offer.
This website is a principal online destination for people interested in dismantling bigotry and creating, in hate's stead, communities that value diversity.
Through its online resources and ideas, expanding collection of print materials, outreach efforts, and downloadable public service announcements, Tolerance.org promotes and supports anti-bias activism in every venue of American life.