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EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEK
The Murray State Aspiring Educators are hosting its annual Cookies with Santa event on Thursday, December 5th from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Join us at Alexander Hall for games, cookies, crafts, pictures with Santa, and more! The event is completely free.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Join Dr. Samir Patel and Jillian Smith as they interview faculty in the College of Education and Human Services to talk about research, their career and more!
This episode highlights Dr. Nikki Gaylord, associate professor from the Center for Communication Disorders.
If you are interested in being interviewed please email Dr. Patel and Jillian (spatel4@murraystate.edu and jsmith194@murraystate.edu)
We are excited to offer faculty and staff the opportunity to update their professional headshots! Whether you need a new photo for your university profile, website, or any other professional purpose, we’ve made it easy for you to schedule a session.
How to Schedule Your Appointment:
Simply use the online appointment calendar to select a time that works best for you! An email follow-up will be sent after an appointment is made.
Ready to bring some holiday cheer to the halls of COEHS?!
Join us for the 3rd Annual Holiday Door Decorating Contest and show off your creativity! Departments, programs, classes, and student organization are all welcome to participate!
If you sign up for multiple doors, each will count as a separate contest entry.
Key Dates:
📅 Sign-Up by: Tuesday, Nov. 19
🎨 Decorating Window: Nov. 20 - 26
🗳️ Voting: Dec. 2 - 6
We’ll have two voting categories: in-person votes for Grand Champion and Most Creative, along with an online vote for Digital Darling on the COEHS Facebook page.
Winners will be announced at the year-end Faculty and Staff Luncheon.
Happy decorating!
Please take a moment to fill out this form to assist us in accommodating everyone when selecting catering for future events!
Your input will help us ensure a great dining experience for all!
The Murray Elementary Kindergarten caroling program has been CANCELLED due to cold temperatures.
Using technology like AI or virtual reality in the classroom?
Is your class working on a super cool project?
Schedule a time for me to stop by and grab photos (or video) of your students using technology to enhance their learning.
You can also schedule a time for me to grab photos of group work, class projects, etc.
If you already have photos, feel free to submit them here using the photo folder link!
STUDENT NEWS
Sara Morgan, a senior elementary education major, has been selected to serve a two-year term on the Best Buddies International Young Leaders Council (YLC).
FACULTY UPDATES
The ILA has appointed Dr. Chhanda Islam to its Task Force
International Literacy Association’s (ILA) Executive Board Members have recently appointed Dr. Chhanda Islam to its Task Force for 2024-2025.
Through the task force, the ILA will approve professional learning resources that will contribute to improving literacy teaching and learning in US schools and districts.
Terri Grief with Robert Gieszl, president of the Kentucky Library Association.
CLASSROOM UPDATES
Josie Howard, a REA 405 practicum student, incorporated Reader's Theater into Mrs. Shannon Chiles' Ist grade classroom at Murray Elementary
The students of REA 405/Children's Literature class performed a script adapted from fables, fairy tales, and historical fictions. A discussion was held regarding the importance of reader's theater in increasing comprehension.
While on practicum, Josie Howard shared her five-day process for staging a reader's theater presentation in Mrs. Shannon Chiles' classroom. Children felt comfortable in the performance mode because Josie took the time to prepare them. At home with their parents, children practice reading their lines with expression, pacing, and intonation. Mrs. Chiles noted that even struggling readers were interested in performing in front of the class.
Murray Elementary School's Principal complimented Dr. Islam on the outstanding performance of her practicum students.
Photos provided by Dr. Chhanda Islam
Elementary education’s Practicum II completed ProjectWILD training and certification with Dr. Vigil and Miss Nancy from Department of Fish and Wildlife on Tuesday, November 26.
Students learned how to incorporate ecological education, active learning, and leverage outdoor resources into their classrooms for content instruction.
Photos provided by Dr. Jessica Pryor
STUDENT ORGANIZATION UPDATE
Alpha Upsilon Alpha Literacy Honors Society (AUA) recently hosted their November meeting and had a great night building 10 Operation Christmas Child (OCC) boxes. We packed them full of educational supplies along with other engaging items. Before the caroling and packing of boxes, we had our own pet therapy with visitors from A Place To Be- Farm Sanctuary! What an enjoyable evening celebrating literacy!
Photos submitted by Tina Grant, AUA faculty advisor.
STUDY ABROAD INFORMATION
Have students wanting to study abroad next year? Share these amazing opportunities with them!
These introduction videos to Discover Korea and Discover Hungary give students a sneak peek into the awesome things planned for these programs.
*Note: Discover Korea is only avaliable to graduate students and professionals*
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK
Student Worker and GA Lunch
Tuesday, December 3
There was a great turnout at this year's COEHS Student Worker/GA Appreciation Lunch!
Our student workers and graduate assistants go above and beyond and we truly appreciate all that they do!
SHOUT-OUTS
SHOUT-OUTS
To send your own shout-out, click on the button below to fill out the form. It's a great way to show colleagues how awesome they are!
It will appear in the Midweek Round-Up as well as on the Faculty and Staff Shout-Out Board by the Dean's Office! Be sure to check it out when you're walking by!
COEHS CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
COEHS CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
Fall Semester - 2024
August 29 - COEHS Student Picnic
September 2 - Holiday
September 5 - KEAAE Meeting
September 13 - 15 - Family Weekend
October 1 - Scholarship Banquet
October 9 - 1 HALF ENDS
October 10 - 11 - Fall Break
October 14 - 2 HALF BEGINS
November 5 - Presidential Election
November 9- Racer Day
November 27 - 29 - Thanksgiving
December 3 - Student Worker/ GA Lunch
December 6 - Classes End
December 7 - 13 - Finals
December 12 - Faculty/Staff Holiday Lunch
December 14- Commencement
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE
Want to add something to the next Midweek Round-Up?
Want to add something to the next Midweek Round-Up?
Click the button below to let Jillian Smith in the Dean's Office know!
Click the button below to let Jillian Smith in the Dean's Office know!
Remember to be as detailed as possible! Contact Jill with any questions.
Remember to be as detailed as possible! Contact Jill with any questions.
Want to add something to the next Monday Saddle-Up (student newsletter)?
Want to add something to the next Monday Saddle-Up (student newsletter)?
Click the button below to let Jillian Smith in the Dean's Office know!
Click the button below to let Jillian Smith in the Dean's Office know!
Remember to be as detailed as possible! Contact Jill with any questions.
Remember to be as detailed as possible! Contact Jill with any questions.
SCAVENGER HUNT
A new duck is hiding somewhere in Alexander Hall! Who will find it next?
Snap a photo and send to jsmith194@murraystate.edu then hide it somewhere new.
Good luck!
The mission of the College of Education and Human Services is to prepare future leaders, advocates, and practitioners through authentic, engaging, and student-centered academic programs for successful careers that positively impact communities.
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