Grades 7-12: Impact of Climate Change on Global Indigenous Communities

Description:	Join us as we go, LIVE, around the world to hear the stories of how Indigenous communities in the southern tip of Brazil and the rainforests of Central America are struggling to deal with deforestation, how hunters in the Arctic are dealing with the melting polar ice cap, and how the coastal communities of Australia and New Zealand are struggling with dying coral reefs and dwindling fish stock. Students will network globally, posting their thoughts and research online through an interactive webpage while being mentored by elders, graduate students and researchers from around the world starting May 18th, culminating in a LIVE video conference/webcast on May 25th, 10:00-23:00 (GMT-6, MDT). For more information, contact Terry Godwaldt, terry.godwaldt@epsb.ca.
Dates:	May 25, from 10:00-23:00 MDT, Individual hour long sessions
Sign up method:	Email: terry.godwaldt@epsb.ca
Grades:	7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Subjects:	Career Education, Fine Arts, Health, Language Arts/English, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science (Life), Science (Physical), Science (Earth), Social Studies/History, Technology/Information Science, World Language

Terry Godwaldt
terry.godwaldt@epsb.ca
Phone: 780-476-8671
Queen Elizabeth High School
Time Zone: GMT-7: Mountain Standard Time

Grades 6-8: FoodWeb and Water Study

Description:	7th grade science FoodWeb and Water Study Project - incorporating IVC content providers and class-to-class collaboration. More detailed info at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jtORo1Qevdts8QXvmQmyZ67E2jemzvN5rfWme2WZ9-I/edit?hl=en&authkey=CNGCtK8K First sessions with Mariner's Museum are already scheduled.
Dates:	now through May 31
Sign up method:	Email: rcarver@gstboces.org
Grades:	6, 7, 8
Subjects:	Science (Life)

René Carver
rcarver@gstboces.org
Phone: 607-795-5350 x1799
Cell: 607-342-4496
Greater-Southern-Tier BOCES
Time Zone: GMT-5: Eastern Standard Time

Grades 9-12: Trading Conversation

Description:	We are a Technology Class of 8 students at St. Joseph Public High School in St. Joseph, Michigan. We are located right on lake Michigan. We would enjoy meeting schools from other countries too. Weve learned about videoconferencing and now we'd like to have one just for fun. we would like to have a social conversation with another group about what life is like at your school and in your community. We would like to show examples of some cool projects we have done this semester. You could either watch our presentation or show something in return.
Dates:	Between May 9th and May 23rd from 2:00-3:00 EDT
Sign up method:	Email: nfette@sjschools.org
Grades:	9, 10, 11, 12
Subjects:	Technology/Information Science

Nancy Fette
nfette@sjschools.org
Phone: 269-926-3229
ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL
Time Zone: GMT-5: Eastern Standard Time

Grades K-6: New York to Italy

Description:	We are celebrating International Day on June 7th, 2011. My K-6 elementary is open from 8:30am to 2:30pm EST and is open to any kind of cultural exchange with students in Italy.
Dates:	June 7th
Sign up method:	Exploding Collaboration
Grades:	K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Subjects:	Elementary All Subjects
Preparation Time Frame:	A week to plan and one interaction

Ali Bartone
alegra@nmerrick.org
Phone: 516-282-1811
HAROLD D. FAYETTE SCHOOL
Time Zone: GMT-5: Eastern Standard Time

Grades 9-12: Environmental Issues

Description:	I teach environmental science in PA. I am looking for a class in a different kind of climate. I would like to share differences about our environments and environmental issues.
Dates:	I am looking for a year long project with multiple video conferences.
Sign up method:	Exploding Collaboration
Grades:	9, 10
Subjects:	Science (Life)

kbowser
kbowser@tmsd.net
TUSSEY MOUNTAIN JSHS

Grades 7-12: Impact of Climate Change on Global Indigenous Communities

Description:	Join us as we go, LIVE, around the world to hear the stories of how Indigenous communities in the southern tip of Brazil and the rainforests of Central America are struggling to deal with deforestation, how hunters in the Arctic are dealing with the melting polar ice cap, and how the coastal communities of Australia and New Zealand are struggling with dying coral reefs and dwindling fish stock. Students will network globally, posting their thoughts and research online through an interactive webpage while being mentored by elders, graduate students and researchers from around the world starting May 18th, culminating in a LIVE video conference/webcast on May 25th, 10:00-23:00 (GMT-6, MDT). For more information, contact Terry Godwaldt, terry.godwaldt@epsb.ca.
Dates:	May 25, from 10:00-23:00 MDT, Individual hour long sessions
Sign up method:	Email: terry.godwaldt@epsb.ca
Grades:	7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Subjects:	Career Education, Fine Arts, Health, Language Arts/English, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science (Life), Science (Physical), Science (Earth), Social Studies/History, Technology/Information Science, World Language

Terry Godwaldt
terry.godwaldt@epsb.ca
Phone: 780-476-8671
Queen Elizabeth High School
Time Zone: GMT-7: Mountain Standard Time

Grades 9-12: World Class School- Video Conferences

Description:	World Class Schools Sign up for our video conferences and bring the world to your classroom today. We are planning for over fifteen different video conferences this month alone. Do you want to get into the 21st century in a large way- then join a great many like minded educators in changing how their curriculum is being taught in their classroom. Don't wait into next year to change, do it now. Contact us and we will show you how. Send an email to mcunningham@del-valle.k12.tx.us * Name Of Your School * Programs You Would Like To Participate In Food For Thought, Myths, Mock Trials * More Programs Choir, Debates, Current Events * More Programs Spanish, Non Verbal Communications World Class Schools * Your Name First Last * IP Address Type of Equipment Time of Day for Conferences * Your Name * What Would You Like To See For A Video Conference * Principal's Name * Email Address
Dates:
Sign up method:	Exploding Collaboration
Grades:	9, 10, 11, 12
Subjects:	Business, Career Education, Family & Consumer Science, Fine Arts, Health, Language Arts/English, Performing Arts, Science (Earth), Social Studies/History, World Language
Agenda:	Sample Agenda for World Class School's Food For Thought Video Conference Agenda Activity Agenda TIME: 8:00-10:30 8:00- Welcome- Introductions 8:05 Taiwan- National Dali High School 8:15 Moscow School 1357 8:25 Croatia School Zagreb 8:35 Kettle Run Virginia 8:50 Earlham, Iowa 9:00 Lake Arthur, Louisiana 9:20 Nebraska- three schools 9:45 Nebraska- Kearney 10:00 Moody High School 10:15 Guatemala 10:25 Closing Comments Contact Information This Del Valle Video Conference is being hosted by Distance Learning at Region 13 Service Center Their contact information 512-919-5444 distancelearning@esc13.txedu.net IP 208.80.73.251

Michael Cunningham
mcunningham@del-valle.k12.tx.us
Phone: 512-386-3231
DEL VALLE H S
Time Zone: GMT-6: Central Standard Time

Grades 1-5: Wisconsin Classrooms Travel the Earth

Description:	Multiple Wisconsin classrooms are seeking similar grade level partners around the country to learn more about each others corner of the United States. Collaborating teachers will work together to develop a shared agenda for the video conference in order to meet both classroom's goals. If interested, please email. I have a google docs spreadsheet with all the dates and times available I will share. Wisconsin is Central Time.
Dates:	Various times available June 7 - July 6 --- 2011 CDT
Sign up method:	Email: conniem@cesa11.k12.wi.us
Grades:	1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Subjects:	Elementary All Subjects

Connie Manske
conniem@cesa11.k12.wi.us
Phone: 715-986-2020 x2150
CESA #11
Time Zone: GMT-6: Central Standard Time

Grades 9-12: World Class Schools- Virtual Choir Conferences

Description:	Monthly Choir Performances themed to different events. Have your students perform for the world and bring the world into your classroom.
Dates:	May 5, 2011- December 21, 2012
Sign up method:	Exploding Collaboration
Grades:	9, 10, 11, 12
Subjects:	Business, Career Education, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Science (Earth), Social Studies/History, World Language

Michael Cunningham
mcunningham@del-valle.k12.tx.us
Phone: 512-386-3231
DEL VALLE H S
Time Zone: GMT-6: Central Standard Time

Grades 9-12: Popol Vuh Conference Two

Description:	Another Mayan Myth Conference- this will be amazing.
Dates:	May 17, 2011 11-12:30 CDT
Sign up method:	Exploding Collaboration
Grades:	9, 10, 11, 12
Subjects:	Business, Career Education, Family & Consumer Science, Fine Arts, Language Arts/English, Performing Arts, Science (Earth), Social Studies/History, World Language

Michael Cunningham
mcunningham@del-valle.k12.tx.us
Phone: 512-386-3231
DEL VALLE H S
Time Zone: GMT-6: Central Standard Time

Grades 11-12: Design Critique - Student Web Sites

Description:	We are a Career-Technical Education center in Southern NH. Our Graphic Design program includes a section on web site design. We would be interested in having students from other schools evaluate and critique our students' projects. Prior to the event, we would send URLs for the student sites, and then use our Distance Learning Center (video conferencing center) for a live critique.
Dates:	May 16 through June 3. 1:00-2:15 PM EDT.
Sign up method:	Email: cbowles@conval.edu
Grades:	11, 12
Subjects:	Career Education

Chester Bowles
cbowles@conval.edu
Phone: 603-371-0310
Region 14 Applied Technology Ctr.

Grade K: Kinder Community Exchange

Description:	Time to pack your suitcase! Hays CISD in Kyle, Texas is seeking out of state partners for a Kindergarten Community Exchange. What better way to learn about another community than to talk to the kids that live there. Each student in the class will contribute to a classroom suitcase of items that represent your community. Connect with another class via videoconferencing and share your stories! Visit the wiki for specific times, ideas of what to include in your suitcase and a T chart you can use to compare and contrast the communities after the videoconference.
Dates:	May 16th - 20th, Times Vary, Sign Up On Wiki
Sign up method:	Website Website: http://haysdl.wikispaces.com/Pack+Your+Suitcase%21
Grades:	K
Subjects:	Elementary All Subjects

Christie Rickert
rickertc@hayscisd.net
Phone: 512-268-2141 x7226
Hays CISD
Time Zone: GMT-6: Central Standard Time

Grades 9-12: Twelve Angry Men

Description:	Are you wondering what you should read for your summer reading project? How about Twelve Angry Men by Reginald Rose? In our grade 12 English Language Arts class from New York, we recently read this engaging play and we would love to videoconference with you to tell you why you should read it, too!
Dates:	Between May 4 and June 14 from 12:00-1:45
Sign up method:	Exploding Collaboration
Grades:	9, 10, 11, 12
Subjects:	Language Arts/English

Mandy Dwight
mandy.dwight@wappingersschools.org
Phone: 845-298-5000 ext. 157
Wappingers Central Schools

Grades 9-12: Popol Vuh: Mayan Myths and Culture Revealed

Description:	We are looking to have a Myth Video Conference about the Popol Vuh: on Wednesday May 11 12 Noon Central Daylight, 11: 00 Central Standard, and 1:00 pm Eastern. We will discuss information about Central American Myths and Legends. With careful look at the first several chapters of the Popol Vuh. This is a monthly video conference about different myths from around the world. Come and join us.
Dates:	Wednesday May 11, 2011 12 Noon- 1:30 CDT
Sign up method:	Exploding Collaboration
Grades:	9, 10, 11, 12
Subjects:	Business, Career Education, Family & Consumer Science, Fine Arts, Language Arts/English, Performing Arts, Science (Earth), Social Studies/History, World Language

Michael Cunningham
mcunningham@del-valle.k12.tx.us
Phone: 512-386-3231
DEL VALLE H S
Time Zone: GMT-6: Central Standard Time