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Dear Colleagues,
In 2010, NECTFL will bring you a conference titled "Simply Irresistible: People, Programs, and Practices that Inspire." As we are charged with preparing students for the 21st century, we need to develop successfully the essential skills of our language curriculum in each one. In a globally interconnected society, our students must function with linguistic and cultural ease in order for us to remain economically and educationally competitive. We will examine the best practices, research, program designs, and people that excite and sustain language programs throughout our country.
In reflecting on how best to advocate for our programs, I find that each one of us is the catalyst which makes our students take our classes, participate in programs, go on our field trips or study in another culture, and share their successes. As we educate our boards, parent groups and other content colleagues about the value of language learning, nothing provides greater testimony than our students who are inspired to follow in our footsteps.
As we gather again at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, I hope you will take the opportunity to share your great ideas with your colleagues by submitting a session or workshop proposal. Our theme lends itself to connecting with and highlighting the invaluable work of all the players in our field: the counselors, the parents, the administrators, and the policy makers. I hope representatives from these groups will attend with you and help formulate a plan to make your program even better. Together, we can make it happen!
On behalf of the NECTFL Board of Directors, I look forward to seeing you in New York City for an irresistible experience in professional development, advocacy, and networking.
Sincerely,
Jaya Vijayasekar
Vernon Public Schools
E-mail us at nectfl@dickinson.edu if you wish further information.
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