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From Halifax to Houston - A Journey of Literacy

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 19:00:00 GMT

Russanne Kelley, Noreen Battaglia, Rai Thompson

Noreen Battaglia, a dyslexia therapist for the Scottish Rite’s Learning Centres for Children in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, came to Neuhaus Education Center recently, to take as many classes as she could in one week. Her goal was to get to the next level of learning on how to teach her struggling reading students, ages 5-17.

“This work is my life, we need words to be able to tell stories,” said Noreen. “I have been searching for a method that makes the most sense and actually works, and the method used at Neuhaus does unlock the code.”

After a few emails and phone calls were exchanged back and forth to work out the logistics of her trip, she was buying a plane ticket to Houston and staying with our President and CEO, Russanne Kelley. “I am usually the kind of person that takes a lot of time to make a decision like this, but it all happened really fast. It became clear and right and here I am,” said Noreen.

While in Houston Noreen sampled Tex-Mex at Escalante’s (not a lot of that fare in Nova Scotia!) and took many pictures. When asked what she will remember most about her experience, she replied, “I will remember the teaching practices at Neuhaus. All of my teachers were so well versed and used best teaching practices throughout our classes. They were excellent models, it was all so inspiring. I leave feeling like I've gained a wealth of knowledge to implement in my lesson plans. I see how I can add a two or five minute exercise in my lesson that will enhance and make a difference in my students' learning. I also leave feeling like I've made some friends. Learning at Neuhaus has nurtured my soul!”

Noreen hopes to return to Neuhaus to study further. Until then, she will be taking classes online at www.neuhaus.org.

Jul 7, 2010 2:00 PM

Honor Dad for Father's Day

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

For Father’s Day, adorn your dad with a signature Neuhaus tie while helping to support a Houston education nonprofit. Purchase a custom tie by Vineyard Vines made exclusively for Neuhaus Education Center.

Cost is $75 with a portion of the proceeds benefiting teacher professional development. Print your tie order form and send it in with your payment.

Does Dad not need more ties? Then make a donation to Neuhaus in honor or memory of your Dad or Granddad.

You can:

Make your honor/memorial gift online via our secure donation site, or
print out a form and send it in, and
Fill out and print a certificate to let him know!

Jun 3, 2010 9:00 AM

Thesis of Distinction

Thu, 20 May 2010 14:00:00 GMT

St. Thomas University School of Education has named our own Catherine Scott's work, Increasing Literacy Coaching and Teacher Knowledge through Professional Development, The Thesis of Distinction.

She was honored on May 14th at St. Thomas University. Neuhaus wants to congratulate Catherine on her huge success!

Catherine's Vita:

CALT. B.A. Psychology, Hendrix College, Conway, AR. Experienced classroom teacher in public school setting. Developed standards and practices for inaugural Dyslexic Intervention Program for public school, Dyslexic Intervention Coordinator in public school. Developed programming and curriculum for a private educational organization Coordinated volunteers for private educational organization. Neuhaus since 2008.

May 20, 2010 9:00 AM

Do You Teach in Houston ISD?

Denise Lewis — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Do you teach in Houston ISD? Then you might be eligible for discounts on Neuhaus classes thanks to our generous Donors! Find out more at http://www.neuhaus.org/hisd-grant.

Apr 6, 2010 8:00 AM

New Class - Unexpected Underachievement

Denise Lewis — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Being smart does not guarantee being able to read. Unexpected Underachievement presents what it takes to be a successful reader and why some students have trouble learning to read.

Topics include:

models of literacy acquisition,
domains of language,
characteristics of dyslexia,
accommodations, and
effective teaching practices.

This class is for educators interested in or responsible for instruction of students at risk for or with dyslexia.

This class is NOT appropriate for those who have completed the Basic Language Skills class.

Dates Currently Available:

Monday, June 14, 2010 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Monday, August 9, 2010 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Print a registration form for Unexpected Underachievement and mail or fax with your payment.

Apr 5, 2010 9:00 AM

SMU Summer Cohort Deadline Extended

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 18:00:00 GMT

The application deadline for the Neuhaus/SMU summer cohort for the Master of Education in Reading and Writing has been extended to May 15, 2010. Read about the M.Ed. program!

Apr 1, 2010 1:00 PM

Do You Teach in Fort Bend?

Denise Lewis — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 21:00:00 GMT

Do you teach in a Fort Bend County public school? Then you might be eligible for discounts on Neuhaus classes thanks to The George Foundation! Find out more at http://www.neuhaus.org/george-grant.

Feb 14, 2010 3:00 PM

30th Birthday Celebration Luncheon and Lenox M. Reed Seminar

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:00:00 GMT

Neuhaus Education Center will hold its 30th Birthday Celebration Luncheon and Lenox M. Reed Seminar on Thursday, March 11th at the Westin Galleria Hotel We are honored to announce that Mrs. Laura W. Bush will serve as guest speaker for our largest fundraising event of the year.

Mrs. Bush is actively involved in issues of national and global importance, with a particular emphasis on literacy, health care, and human rights. A former teacher and librarian, Mrs. Bush is an enthusiastic proponent of teacher recruitment programs, and is an advocate for literacy, both in the U.S. and abroad.

Luncheon Chairs Gayle Hightower and Mary Webber and Underwriting Chairs Laura McDaniel, Camilie Patton and Cynthia Trigg are pleased to recognize Mary Farish Johnston as this year's Luncheon honoree. Mrs. Johnston has played a key role in supporting many of Houston's leading educational institutions, including Neuhaus. It is with gratitude that we honor her commitment to a successful future for all readers. The Annual Luncheon also celebrates the 2010 graduates of Neuhaus' Dyslexia Specialist Preparation Program.

Immediately following the luncheon, guests are invited to attend the Lenox M. Reed Seminar with guest speaker Marcia K. Henry, Ph.D. Dr. Henry has 44 years of experience in the field of reading and dyslexia, working as a teacher, diagnostician, tutor and professor. Dr. Henry speaks frequently at conferences, and writes for and serves on the editorial boards of several professional journals.

Underwriter opportunities are still available ranging from $1,200 to $50,000. All proceeds from this luncheon go to support teacher professional development programs at Neuhaus. This event sells out, so be sure to reserve your table or tickets soon. Find more information on the 30th Birthday Celebration Luncheon and Lenox M. Reed Seminar.

Feb 1, 2010 3:00 PM

Learning to Spell: So Much More than Memorization

Barbara Conway — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:00:00 GMT

From the RTN Blog:

Weekly grades on spelling tests tell you little unless you focus on what students’ mistakes are telling you. HOW students spell on tests and in their daily writing assignments tells you a lot about what they know about the patterns in words. Likewise, learning the letter/sound correspondences, patterns, structure, and history of words is more valuable to students in terms of developing spelling proficiency and vocabulary than just memorizing letter strings for a test. For more information view Suzanne Carreker’s response to a spelling controversy which appeared recently in the Houston Chronicle.

You can find the article that sparked the response, "Schools take a new direction on spelling" by Ericka Mellon, on the Chronicle's website.

Jan 20, 2010 10:00 AM

Still Need a Gift?

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 20:00:00 GMT

Books by our 2009 Reading Circle author, Laura Numeroff, are still available.

$15 unsigned $20 signed

Also available: That Book Woman signed by 2008 Reading Circle Author, Heather Henson

$10 each

To purchase a book, please contact Alissa Johston, 713.664.7676 or ajohnston@neuhaus.org.

Jan 8, 2010 2:00 PM

RTN Covered in Houston Chronicle Article

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Jennifer Radcliffe of the Houston Chronicle visited Neuhaus last week, and was given a demonstration of www.readingteachersnetwork.org by Mary Lou Slania, our director of professional development, and the result is "Houston-area Web Site Clicks Globally" in this morning's Chronicle!

Nov 9, 2009 12:00 PM

Neuhaus Responds to Chronicle Article

Jennifer Schmidt — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:15:00 GMT

"Texas is among the first states to toughen its standards for colleges of education and other teacher-training programs amid criticism that too many are “cash cows” that produce weak instructors.
Under a proposed new rating system, the programs would be held accountable for their graduates' effectiveness on the job — especially regarding student achievement. Teacher programs that repeatedly fall short of the standards could lose their state accreditation."

So begins the November 2 , 2009, Houston Chronicle article "Teachers' Trainers Must Make the Grade Too."

The response from our own Regina Boulware-Gooden, Ph.D., and Suzanne Carreker, M.S., CALT-QI, reproduced below, "Brighter Futures," was printed in "Letters" in the Chronicle on November 4.

Brighter futures

For 30 years, Neuhaus Education Center has advocated that the best prevention for reading failure is a knowledgeable and skilled teacher. The article “Teachers' trainers must make the grade” (Page B1, Monday) stated that Texas will be among the first states to toughen standards for teacher preparation programs. We applaud this initiative, because research has shown that what teachers know and can do is vitally important to student outcomes.

Failure to prepare teachers adequately negatively impacts student outcomes and our future workforce. Additionally, inadequate preparation leads to high teacher turnover. Teachers need the tools to feel successful and to help their students succeed. Our research has proven that teachers who receive specific and intensive professional development in explicit and systematic reading instruction improve their literacy-related knowledge and decision-making skills.

Our partnerships with The University of St. Thomas, Stephen F. Austin State University and the Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development at Southern Methodist University provide experienced teachers with the information that they did not gain in their undergraduate preparation programs.

Imagine how well prepared novice teachers will be when preparation programs devote four years of instruction to helping teacher candidates become knowledgeable and skilled teachers. We would see all students become better readers with brighter futures.

REGINA BOULWARE-GOODEN, SUZANNE CARREKER
Neuhaus Education Center, Houston

Nov 5, 2009 10:15 AM

Congrats to the T.L.L. Temple Foundation!

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:00:00 GMT

National Philanthropy Day 2009 Awards presented by The Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Houston Chapter

National Philanthropy Day celebrates and honors Houston's top philanthropic corporations, foundations, and individuals who have shaped our community with their gifts of time, talent, and resources.

Neuhaus Trustees, Advisory Board, and staff are pleased to offer their congratulations to the T.L.L. Temple Foundation for being selected as the 2009 Honoree for Outstanding Fundraising Professional.

Oct 7, 2009 1:00 PM

Did you miss Neuhaus's 30th Anniversary Party?

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Check out the photos from the event on our Flickr stream!

Sep 25, 2009 8:00 AM

Neuhaus Selected as H-E-B Nonprofit Neighborhood Partner

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Wonderful news! H-E-B has selected Neuhaus to be its nonprofit neighborhood partner for their new store opening on Buffalo Speedway! Their Grand Opening is scheduled for August 5th. The night before at a VIP reception, they will present Neuhaus with a check for $5,000.

A special thank you goes to Advisory Board member Ellen Wagnon who helped lead this effort. We are delighted to be associated with our new neighbor, H-E-B!

Jul 10, 2009 9:00 AM

Save the Date! 2009 Re(a)d & White Bash

Alissa Johnston — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Join Friends of Neuhaus as we “Paint the town Re(a)d!”

Sip on signature cocktails, indulge in delectable bites, browse and buy from our red and white art gallery of local talent, and move to the live music of the Slags while donning your most fabulous red and white attire.

Chairs: Shawn Stephens & Margaret Young

Co-chairs: Krista Barnes & Robyn Goldstein

When: November 6, 2009, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Where: Winter Street Studios
http://www.winterstreetstudios.net/
2101 Winter Street
Houston, TX 77007
713.862.0082

Entertainment by: The Slags

Honoree: Willard Wigan, International micro-sculptor

Purchase tickets online or contact Alissa Johnston ajohnston@neuhaus.org to purchase tickets or become an underwriter.

Individual tickets are $40 before Oct. 17 ($50 after Oct. 17)

Underwriter Opportunities start at $250

View/Print the Underwriter's Benefits and Underwriter's Form

Jul 7, 2009 3:00 PM

Run for a Reason

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:00:00 GMT


	Neuhaus is thrilled to be an Official 2009 - 2010 Charity for the Chevron Houston Marathon's Run for a Reason. Register for this event \| More Information

Jul 7, 2009 3:00 PM

Neuhaus on Twitter

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 18:00:00 GMT


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Jul 7, 2009 1:00 PM

Happy National Teacher Appreciation Week!

Jennifer Schmidt — Mon, 04 May 2009 13:00:00 GMT

We at Neuhaus Education Center would like to take the opportunity to express our sincere appreciation for the teachers we have and continue to serve with professional development. As the experts in research-based methods of literacy instruction, Neuhaus has been serving Houston area and Texas educators for 29 years. Without the support of area school districts, principals, and teachers, we would not be able to bring the Houston community effective literacy instruction.

HAPPY NATIONAL TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!

If you would like to honor a teacher with the gift of professional development, please consider making a donation to Neuhaus Education Center toward teacher scholarships here.

May 4, 2009 8:00 AM

The 23rd Annual Benefit Luncheon and Lenox M. Reed Seminar to be held on Thursday, April 16, 2009, at the Westin Galleria Hotel.

Alissa Johnston — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 21:00:00 GMT

The 23^rd Annual Benefit Luncheon and Lenox M. Reed Seminar, Neuhaus’ signature and largest fundraising event of the year, will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2009, at the Westin Galleria Hotel. Luncheon chairs Kelty Crain, Stephanie Fox and Charlotte Taylor as well as underwriting chairs Kit Detering and Wendy Fatjo are planning this year’s memorable event. Elizabeth Wareing and Leslie Blanton will be honored for their longtime commitment to successful futures for all readers. Dr. T. Berry Brazelton and Dr. Joshua Sparrow will serve as guest speakers. Both are nationally recognized experts in child development.

Known as the “nation’s pediatrician,” Dr. T. Berry Brazelton is a tenacious parent advocate and champion for policies designed to improve the quality of health care and child care for all children and their families. Dr. Brazelton is professor emeritus at Harvard Medical School and founder of the Brazelton Touchpoints Center at Children’s Hospital in Boston. Dr. Joshua Sparrow is assistant professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and Director of Special Initiatives at the Brazelton Touchpoints Center.

Immediately following the luncheon, guests are invited to attend the Lenox M. Reed Seminar where Dr. Sparrow will present Emotional Development in the Early Years: Challenges and Opportunities for Nurturing Successful Learners.

Underwriter opportunities are still available from $1,200 to $50,000. All proceeds support Neuhaus teacher programs. This event traditionally sells out, so reserve your table or tickets early. For additional information or to make a reservation contact Alissa Johnston, manager of special events, at 713.664.7676 ext. 210 or ajohnston@neuhaus.org.

Jan 20, 2009 3:00 PM