FLAIR

FLAIR

Foreign Language Alliance for International Rapport

What is FLAIR?

One of the first foreign language alliances in the state of Georgia, FLAIR was founded in 1985 to serve the CSRA and is supported by the Department of English and World Languages of Augusta University.

What is FLAIR’s mission?

To foster an awareness of cultural diversity and to learn from it; to provide teachers and students opportunities to share experiences; to sponsor a student honor society; and to keep abreast with the field through conferences and special programs.

Who can be a member?

Any language teacher from public or private schools in the CSRA interested in promoting languages in the community.

How much are dues?

Membership is free.

How can I become a member of FLAIR?

If you are a language teacher, contact Nicole Meyer (nimeyer@augusta.edu) to be added to our membership list.

What FLAIR offers you:

An annual conference, hosted by area schools or universities on a variety of themes. Our most successful conferences include “The Caribbean Connection: Culture, History and Literature,” “Chocolate: Food of the Gods,” and “TPR-Story Telling” with Blaine Ray.

A variety of programs, designed to meet teacher needs and keep abreast of innovations in methodology and advancements in technology.

The FLAIR Honor Society for all qualified high school students. Students receive a certificate of membership at a ceremony hosted by their school.

Student of the Year awards. The outstanding student of each school is recognized at the FLAIR induction ceremony held by the student’s school. Each student is awarded a certificate and a gift from FLAIR. Of these students, one is chosen to receive the FLAIR Student of the Year award, the highest honor bestowed by FLAIR. The recipient receives a plaque and a gift.

The FLAIR Teacher of the Year award, which honors an outstanding teacher, active in local, regional, and state professional activities. The honoree receives a plaque and a gift.

Certificates of Merit for middle school students who have completed a year of language with an A average. Awarded by the middle school language teacher.

A forum for professional growth and friendship. Together we can promote the teaching of languages and cultures in the CSRA.

How is FLAIR organized?

FLAIR is run by a steering committee open to all members at all times. Each year, the steering committee elects a president, vice president, secretary and treasurer to conduct the business of the alliance. At the steering committee meetings, everyone has a voice, and decisions are reached by consensus.

Join the Steering Committee:

Contact nimeyer@augusta.edu to join.