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TDOE Announces Fundamental Changes to ‘09 Report Card

October 27, 2009 |

Scores considered to be an “A” or proficient in years past may now be Bs or Cs.

Nashville – The Tennessee Department of Education yesterday announced fundamental changes to the calculations of Value Added and Achievement scores for the 2009 Report Card. The method of calculating scores and the scale used to determine letter grades has been revised to allow for a transition to the new standards and assessments required by the Tennessee Diploma Project.  Comparison of the 2009 Report Card data with previous years’ scores will not be possible or valid.

“Our students have made great progress over the last five years,” Education Commissioner Timothy Webb said. “Our teachers have truly made the difference. These changes to our calculations reflect no loss of learning but rather the pursuit of higher standards as we demand the highest level of success for our students.” «Read the rest of this article»

Senior art students to give public exhibition of their work at APSU

October 18, 2009 |

This fall, eight Austin Peay State University students are moving a step closer to careers as professional artists by hosting public exhibitions of their work.

The students are enrolled in the Senior Exhibition class, taught by professor of art Gregg Schlanger, which requires they present their work in a public setting to earn their Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

Austin Peay State University art students, pictured in their classroom in the Trahern Building, will present several art shows and exhibits this fall on campus. Members of the class are (from top left) Tina Gould, Claire Meriwether, Rayven Collins, Lindsey Ward, (second row) Evelyn Matherly, Zack Parrish, Gregg Schlanger, professor of art, Janelle Costello and Megan Hydrick. (Photo By Charles Booth/APSU Public Relations and Marketing)

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APSU Professor of Guitar to Perform Recital of Spanish and South American Music

October 17, 2009 |

Stanley Yates, professor of music at Austin Peay State University, will present a guitar recital Wednesday, Oct. 21 in the Concert Hall of the Music/Mass Communication Building.

The program will be devoted to music from Spain and South America and will feature music by Spanish baroque guitarist Santiago de Murcia, early 20th century Spanish composers Enrique Granados and Manuel de Falla, Cuban composer Leo Brouwer, Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla and Brazilian composers Heitor Villa-Lobos and Baden Powell de Aquino. Yates will be assisted by APSU percussion professor David Steinquest on melodic, vibraphone and Latin percussion.

APSU Professor of Music Stanley Yates

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APSU Homecoming to feature alumni award recipients at annual brunch

October 17, 2009 |

Six alumni from Austin Peay State University will be honored Saturday, Oct. 31 during the Alumni Awards Brunch, held as part of the University’s Homecoming 2009 festivities.

The brunch will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 31 in the Morgan University Center Ballroom. Cost is $25 per person, and advance reservations are required by Wednesday, Oct. 28. The event is open to the public.

For more information or reservations, call the Alumni Relations Office, (931) 221-7979 or 1-800-264-2586.

The following individuals, with information about each provided, will be presented with outstanding alumni awards: «Read the rest of this article»

2009 Annual Tennessee Entomology Society Meeting Next Week

October 13, 2009 |

A Honeybee exiting a Honeysuckle flower

Some of Tennessee’s smallest inhabitants are finally getting their due next week. That’s because Governor Phil Bredesen is recognizing the “important role” insects play in the lives of humans by proclaiming Oct. 11 through Oct. 17 as “Tennessee Entomology Week.”

This designation corresponds with the 36th Annual Meeting of the Tennessee Entomological Society (TES), which brings together the top scientists in the state who specialize in studying insects.

This year’s meeting will be held Oct. 15-16 at the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Ellington Agricultural Center in Nashville, and it will recognize excellence in the field of entomology by both professionals with years of experience and up-and-coming high school students. «Read the rest of this article»

Bredesen proclaims Oct. 11-17 Earth Science Week in Tennessee

October 13, 2009 |

Earth Science Week Toolkits Available to Teachers Across the State

Nashville – Governor Phil Bredesen has proclaimed Oct. 11-17 as Earth Science Week in Tennessee, promoting the important role that geology and other earth sciences play in Tennessee’s safety, health, welfare and economy.

As part of Earth Science Week, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s Division of Geology, in partnership with the American Geological Institute, has a limited number of Earth Science Week toolkits to distribute to earth science teachers across the state. This year’s toolkits include posters, calendars, resources and reading materials, field notebooks, and CDs and DVDs, with an emphasis on understanding climate and climate change.

“Earth Science Week provides an opportunity for Tennesseans to seek a greater understanding of the value of research and an appreciation for the importance of finding and conserving mineral, energy and water resources important to the state’s continuing prosperity,” said Bredesen. “I’m pleased we can offer educational tools to earth science teachers to help continue their efforts to raise awareness in the classroom.” «Read the rest of this article»

Comptroller’s office recently released report on Tennessee’s Pre-Kindergarten Program

October 12, 2009 |

The Tennessee State Comptroller’s Offices of Research and Education Accountability recently released a new policy history, Tennessee’s Pre-Kindergarten Program.

The push for state-funded pre-K in Tennessee began in earnest in the early 1990s. Action in both the legislative and executive branches of government produced early childhood policies, proposals for state funding of early childhood education programs, and related rules and regulations. This policy history outlines the origins and development of state-funded pre-kindergarten (pre-K) in Tennessee. Information on program eligibility, funding sources, and new federal grants is also provided.

The policy history may be viewed or downloaded at http://www.comptroller1.state.tn.us/Repository/RE/PreKHistory.pdf.

APSU Dept. of Communication hosts student debate forum

October 12, 2009 |

The Austin Peay State University Department of Communication will host its third student debate forum from 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 27 in the Clement auditorium. The debate is free and open to the public.
The topic for the debate is Resolved: APSU smoking regulations are fair to all students. The Fall 2009 AP Debate Forum will focus on campus policy, asking students to discuss pertinent issues related to the campus smoking policy. The debate will be conducted in a two-round series, with four selected students debating the assigned topic. Other students, apart from the selected debaters, will have the opportunity to speak from the floor following the debate. «Read the rest of this article»

Tennessee Receives $3.4 Million to Support Special Education

October 8, 2009 |

Nashville – The Tennessee Department of Education has been awarded a $3.4 million grant through the United States Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs to improve the lives of special education students through instructional services.

“Our goal is for all Tennessee students to gain the knowledge and skills to live full, productive lives,” Education Commissioner Timothy Webb said. “This grant will allow us to provide students the services they need and improve the education climate all around.” «Read the rest of this article»

APSU H1N1 task force still tracking flu cases

October 7, 2009 |

The H1N1 task force at APSU continues to track cases of flu suspected to be H1N1. The task force has 50 suspected flu-like illnesses reported from Sept. 26 – Oct. 2.

The task force began tracking cases with the beginning of the fall semester on Aug. 29. During the previous two weeks, the task force recorded 18 cases from Sept. 12-18 and 32 cases from Sept. 19-25. The University task force is collecting data from faculty and staff who report cases to a campus e-mail address set up through the APSU Health Services Web site for task force efforts. Student cases are reported to the task force by faculty who have been contacted by their students who are absent and indicate they are experiencing flu-like symptoms or have been diagnosed by a private physician. Student cases are also reported when diagnosed by the APSU Health Services staff.

University officials continue to educate and remind the University community of preventative measures you can use to avoid flu viruses that include: «Read the rest of this article»

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