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KATE chosen for NCTE Affiliate Website of Excellence Award

9/11/2024

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"Champaign, Illinois—The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) has selected the Kansas Association of Teachers of English (KATE), as a 2024 Affiliate Website of Excellence Award honoree.

Established in 2000, this award recognizes outstanding websites with high-quality content, easy navigation, size, speed, privacy, links, and interactive abilities (message boards, live chats, forums, blogs, mailing lists, etc.)

The award winners will be announced at the 2024 NCTE Annual Convention in Boston, MA, during the Affiliate Session on Sunday, November 24."
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Rachelle Blue selected as Teacher of Excellence honoree

9/11/2024

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Eisenhower High School teacher and KATE member Rachelle Blue has been selected as a 2024 High School Teacher of Excellence honoree! Click 'Read More' to read the press release from NCTE.
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Congratulations, Rachelle!

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NCTE: African American Read-In: What is It and What Can I Do?

1/25/2024

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February marks the kickoff the African American Read-In! Secondary educator Payton Dearmont prepares for celebrating the ​"diverse ideas, authors, and ultimately, literature" in her Freshman and Sophomore classes. By practicing culturally responsive pedagogy, Dearmont covers her goals of increasing engagement in the classroom, and emphasizing the need for students' sense of belonging. 
Take a closer look at the cross-cultural curriculum and Dearmont's insights by clicking read more below!

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Conexiónes: Communicate, Collaborate, Create!: 2023 NCTE Convention Recap

12/27/2023

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Last month, I had the opportunity to attend and present at the 2023 National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Convention in Columbus, Ohio. Being a newer educator, this experience was one that I cannot recommend enough! That is not to say that educators (or just the general English lover) of all years of experience would not benefit from attending this conference. From the astounding number of vendors and authors in the convention center itself to the hundreds of breakout sessions over the four days that it took place, this was a fount of knowledge!... ​

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Kansas Association of Teachers of English Honored with 2023 Affiliate Journal of Excellence Award from National Council of Teachers of English

9/8/2023

 
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Champaign, Illinois – The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) has selected the Kansas Association of Teachers of English (KATE), as a 2023 Affiliate Journal of Excellence Award honoree.

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Kansas Association of Teachers of English Honored with 2023 Affiliate Website of Excellence Awardfrom National Council of Teachers of English

9/4/2023

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Champaign, Illinois --- The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) has selected the Kansas Association of Teachers of English (KATE), as a 2023 Affiliate Website of Excellence Award honoree.

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Kansas Association of Teachers of English Honored with 2023 Kent D. Williamson Membership Award from National  Council of Teachers of English

8/4/2023

 
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Champaign, Illinois -- The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) has selected the Kansas Association of Teachers of English (KATE), as a 2023 Kent D. Williamson Affiliate Membership Recruitment Award honoree.

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KATE Summer 2023 Executive Board Meeting Summary

6/29/2023

 
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ELA educators participate in KATE Camp after the KATE Executive Board Meeting. Pictured from left to right: Jordan Darkis, Marah Koster, Beth Gulley, Amanda Little, Rebecca Pflughoeft, LuAnn Fox, Addie Corman, April Pameticky, Lex Elkins.
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The Kansas Association of Teachers of English (KATE) held its summer executive board meeting on June 21, 2023, at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas in conjunction with KATE Camp (pictured above). The meeting covered various reports, discussions, and action items to enhance the organization's initiatives and activities. Below is a summary of the key points discussed during the meeting.

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How KATE Celebrates Black History Month

2/22/2023

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by Krystal Jordan, Diversity & Inclusion Chair; Nathan Whitman, KATE President and KATE PAGES Editors
​Black History Month is an annual celebration of African American achievements and contributions to society. It is a time to reflect on the struggles and triumphs of black Americans throughout history and to honor their legacy. In honor of Black History Month, organizations like the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and the Kansas Association of Teachers of English (KATE) have been working to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in education through various initiatives and activities.

One such initiative is NCTE's African American Read-In, which takes place every February. The Read-In is a nationwide event that encourages people of all ages to read and share works by African American authors. Participants can organize their own Read-In events in schools, libraries, community centers, and other public spaces, and share their experiences using the hashtag #AARI23 on social media. The goal of the Read-In is to promote diversity in literature and to raise awareness of the contributions of African American authors to American culture.

In Kansas, KATE members are also taking action to promote diversity and inclusion in their classrooms. Krystal Jordan, a teacher at Wichita North High School and the leader of KATE's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, has been using Black History Month as an opportunity to engage her students in collaborative learning and to promote awareness of African American history. Her classroom door decoration project is a great example of this. Instead of simply teaching her students about the Civil Rights Movement, she asked them to research and share information about African American figures from a variety of categories, using QR codes to link to additional resources. By encouraging her students to explore the contributions of a diverse group of historical figures, Jordan is helping them to develop a deeper understanding of African American history and its impact on American society.

Nathan Whitman, the current President of KATE and a teacher at Derby High School, is also working to promote diversity and inclusion in his classroom. As the sponsor of his school's Diversity Club, he has been collaborating with his students to create interactive posters for the school's hallways, highlighting notable persons of color and black film and art. By providing opportunities for students to explore the contributions of African Americans to various fields, Whitman is helping them to develop a broader understanding of the contributions of black Americans to American culture.

Black History Month is an essential time for reflecting on the profound impact of African Americans on American society. It is also a moment for educators to celebrate the achievements of black Americans and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in public education. Initiatives like the African American Read-In and classroom projects, as organized by Krystal Jordan and Nathan Whitman, demonstrate the meaningful contributions of educators in enhancing the learning experience for students. However, the responsibility of highlighting black history in public education should not rest solely on these initiatives. It is imperative that educators work to promote an inclusive educational experience for all students and ensure that the contributions of African Americans to American society are recognized and celebrated year-round.

As we celebrate Black History Month, we’d love for you to share your story with KATE PAGES! What are you doing in the classroom and in your communities to honor the legacy of African Americans?
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