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SUMMARY:Global Competence Certificate for Heritage Language Speakers
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) Migrant/Bilingual Department has awarded a first-ever Heritage Language Program Grant to Evergreen Public Schools in Vancouver\, WA\, to develop a year-long remote-learning program for Heritage Language speakers of Romanian\, Russian\, and Spanish. The project will support the students to develop their language proficiency and literacy in their Heritage Language while also preparing a portfolio for the Global Competence Certificate in the Heritage Language (and English too\, if they like) through the World Affairs Council in Seattle. \n \nUpon completion of the program\, students will also have the opportunity to complete World Language Competency-Based Credit testing to earn high school credits in their language and potentially qualify for the Washington State Seal of Biliteracy.  They may also qualify for the Global Seal of Biliteracy https://theglobalseal.com/. \nThe grant will also fund a series of workshops for teachers throughout the state to learn more about effective Heritage Language teaching practices. \nEvergreen Public Schools will be partnering with a number of community-based organizations\, including the American Romanian Cultural Society\, Ethnic Heritage Council\, Slavic East European Teachers Association of Washington\, Washington Association for Language Teaching\, Washington State Coalition for International Education\, and the World Affairs Council Global Classroom. \nThe program will be open to Heritage Language speakers of Romanian\, Russian\, or Spanish in Evergreen Public Schools and other public high schools throughout the state. \nTo receive our email announcements please fill in this contact form. Or contact: \n\nDr. Michele Anciaux Aoki\, Grant Project Manager\nintledwa@gmail.com\nDr. Otilia Baraboi\, Romanian Program Lead Instructor\notilia.baraboi@arcsproject.org\nDr. Svetlana Abramova\, Russian Program Lead Instructor\nsvetlana.v.abramova@gmail.com\nMr. Pedro Lopez\, Chaves\, Spanish Program Lead Instructor\npedroeuropais@gmail.com\nRyan Hauck\, Education Director\, World Affairs Council\nrhauck@world-affairs.org\n\nView our presentation at the WAFLT 2020 Virtual Conference. \nInfo Sessions on Zoom October 22\, 26\, 29\, Nov 2 and 5 – Register Now!\nCome learn more about the new Heritage Language Grant for the Global Competence Certificate for Heritage Speakers. \nWhat:  \nYear-long remote-learning program for students to earn the Global Competence Certificate for Heritage Speakers and the Global Seal of Biliteracy. \nWho:  \nPublic high school heritage speakers of Romanian\, Russian\, or Spanish. The students need to have intermediate knowledge of Romanian\, Russian or Spanish. \nWhen: \nThe program will run through the school year\, beginning mid-December. \nHow Much: \nThe program is free for qualified public high school students\, but space is very limited. \nTo receive our email announcements please fill in this contact form. To access this information in Romanian go here. \nFAQs\nQ: Who can register for this program? \nA: Because of the state grant funding through OSPI Migrant/Bilingual\, this program is only open to students attending public high schools in Washington state. \nQ: What is the cost of the program? \nA: The cost of the program is funded by the state grant\, so there are no registration fees required of students and their families. \nQ: When does the program begin? \nA: We are planning to recruit students during October-November and expect to begin the program mid-December. \nFor more details about the program please go here.
URL:https://arcsproject.org/event/global-competence-certificate-for-heritage-language-speakers/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Story Time – An Evening of Children’s Tales
DESCRIPTION:We have the pleasure of inviting you to “Story Time – An Evening of Children’s Tales” featuring authors and illustrators originally from Romania and the Republic of Moldova. The virtual event is being organized to mark Children’s Day\, celebrated on this day in Romania and Moldova and will feature Valentina Popa from New York\, Angela Chirilă from Denver and Doina Cociuba-Terrano from Olympia (WA). It is brought to you by Romanians of DC\, Authentic Society for Language and Romanian Culture\, Bucharest Inside the Beltway and the American Romanian Cultural Society. You may register for the zoom event HERE or you can follow the live broadcast on the Facebook pages of the hosting organizations. The event will be in English with the exception of Valentina’s story which will be available on Zoom in both Romanian and English (on separate audio channels). Special Guests:Angela Chirilă is a Moldovan Denver-based artist and author who studied English and Italian at the State University of Moldova. After finishing her studies\, she lived in Rotterdam\, the Netherlands and then moved to the United States where she has lived for the past nine years. Since she was little\, she loved books and art and now she is passionate about creating stories and drawing illustrations. Angela is also a preschool teacher and has worked with kids for the past ten years. Her inspiration comes from interacting with young children every day. Her main wish is to inspire others through her children’s books and her art and to bring a strong and positive message to the world. “What Makes Us Happy” by Angela Chirilă was published in March 2020 and sends a positive message\, not only for kids but for adults too. It reminds us about the little things that make us happy (a hug\, a kiss\, a ladybug\, a sunset in the sky). What makes us happy is a very important question that each of us should ask every day and also we need to show our kids how important is to pay attention to the little things that matter the most. Ultimately the book is a reflection of Angela’s philosophy that we need to be more present in the now and appreciate every moment and also teach our kids to do the same. Doina Cociuba-Terrano\, a native of Arad\, Romania\, has been painting ever since she was in kindergarten. After graduating from an arts vocational high school she studied Arts and Literature at the North University of Baia Mare\, Romania. While at university and after graduating in 1978 she went on to exhibit her work in a number of group shows. She had her first solo exhibition in 1990 followed by a two more in 1994 and 1998. She moved to the U.S. in 1999\, opened her own business\, Ocean Gallery and art school and has worked ever since as educator\, freelance artist and published book illustrator. Doina began illustrating children’s books back in 2010 and two of her books have been selected for various awards for the quality of their illustrations and the originality of their stories. She wrapped up illustrating her most recent book just a few days ago when she submitted the graphics to the publisher. Brenda Carlsen\, a third generation Romanian\, grew up in Regina\, Saskatchewan\, Canada and played along the shores of Wascana Lake\, where hundreds of geese called their home during the summer. She currently lives in Washington State where she pursued a career as a nurse. Brenda has always loved writing stories and has had a vivid imagination even when she was a child; it has carried on through adulthood and is now reflected in her writings. She has been a member of the Society of Book Writer’s and Illustrators (SCBWI) since 2015 and has attended awesome conferences and conventions.  “Wascana's Amazing Journey” is an inspiring story of a Canada goose. While flying to the warm south for the winter with his friends and family\, one of his wings becomes injured. Jojo\, a young boy\, discovers the injured goose\, and with patience and playfulness\, Wascana's wing becomes strong again. Wascana's Amazing Journey spreads the message of healing\, kindness\, compassion and friendship. Valentina Popa is working in the Executive Office of the Secretary-General of the United Nations. She has studied Romanian and French language and literature at the State University of Moldova and has received her Master Degrees in International Relations from the Academy of Public Administration of Moldova and in International Political Economy and Development from Fordham University in New York. Her post-graduate studies in Emerging Markets and Country Risk Analysis were completed at Folke Bernadotte Academy in Sweden. A Laureate of numerous national popular music contests\, she subsequently appeared on various stages in Moldova and abroad\, in exclusively benefit concerts\, besides her husband\, tenor Luciano Lamonarca. She currently resides in New York City\, with her husband and son\, Sebastian\, her inspiration for her book.  “Look Who’s Talking! / Uite cine vorbește!” by Valentina Popa is a bilingual English / Romanian poem book featuring Baby Seby’s imaginary monologues. Written in rhyme\, the poems are sweet and heartwarming\, exuding love and humor. During the first months as a new mom\, Valentina was imagining the potential monologues that may occur in her baby boy’s little head as he was becoming aware of the surrounding world and his own existence. Inspired and overwhelmed by that all-encompassing love\, those reflections came to her in rhymes\, so she collected them into this illustrated book for moms and their babies. For the customs illustrations\, Valentina partnered with an internationally renowned illustrator\, Ms. Stela Damaschin-Popa\, winner of the highest distinction in the field\, the Hans Christian Andersen award\, also called “The Little Prince Nobel”. Proceeds from the sale of the book are donated to an impactful charity\, “The Moldova Project”\, whose vision is “for every child in Moldova to have a family\, a safe home\, an education and the opportunity to be happy”.
URL:https://arcsproject.org/event/story-time-an-evening-of-childrens-tales/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Literature
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SUMMARY:The Sky is the Limit: Romanian Women Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation about courage\, resilience\, and the importance of role modelling in education\, with Romanian explorers Diana Dragomir (Astronomer and Physics & Astronomy Professor) and Gina Bădescu (Anesthesiologist and Mountain Climber). \nPlease register in advance at this link or join us on our FB channels. \nEvent organized in partnership with Romanians of DC. \nInstructors\nCredits: Sarah Ballard \nDiana Dragomir\nDr. Diana Dragomir is an astronomer and a Physics & Astronomy professor at the University of New Mexico. Diana often wonders what the view and sky look like on planets around other stars\, and whether anyone over there might be wondering the same thing. She spends a lot of her time and research getting a little bit closer to answering these questions. \n\nGina Bădescu\nDr. Gina C. Bădescu is an anesthesiologist from Everett in Washington State. She received her medical degree from Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest. She discovered her passion for mountain climbing later on in life\, after a bicycle accident that left her severely injured. In 2018 she climbed Lhotse (8\,516 m)\, the 4th highest mountain in the world. She is now training for another expedition in the Himalayas.
URL:https://arcsproject.org/event/arcs-romanian-heritage-language-and-culture-school-fall-2022-4/
CATEGORIES:TALKS (Romanian Explorers)
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SUMMARY:Romanian Embroidery
DESCRIPTION:Together with our partners at the Maryhill Museum of Art\, we invite you to join us for an introduction to Romanian embroidery through some of the most beautiful examples from the museum collection. This child-friendly event will help you begin to identify simple Romanian patterns and show you how to make your own patterns using graph paper and colored pencils. We will review basic stitches\, such as the running stitch\, back stitch\, cross stitch\, bullion stitch\, and satin stitch. (If you’d like to try them\, have a hoop\, material\, and needle and thread already loaded.)Free virtual program; advance registration required.
URL:https://arcsproject.org/event/romanian-embroidery/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Culture & Civilization,Heritage
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SUMMARY:ARCS Romanian Heritage Language and Culture School - Fall 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the closing celebration of the Global Competence Certificate for Heritage Language Speakers via Zoom on June 29\, 6:00-7:30 pm PDT. \nWe’ll be recognizing the students who have successfully tested and qualified for the State Seal of Biliteracy and the Global Seal of Biliteracy\, as well as those who  completed the Global Competence Certificate portfolio developed during this unique program. \nAbout the grant program\nIn August 2020\, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) Migrant/Bilingual Department awarded a first-ever grant to Evergreen Public Schools in Vancouver\, WA\, to develop an online program for Heritage Language speakers of Romanian\, Russian\, and Spanish. The project has supported the students to develop proficiency in their Heritage Language\, while also preparing a portfolio for the Global Competence Certificate in their Heritage Language (and/or in English)\, through the World Affairs Council in Seattle. Our students also had the opportunity to complete World Language Competency-Based Credit testing to earn high school credits in Romanian and potentially qualify for the Washington State Seal of Biliteracy.  A number have also qualified for the Global Seal of Biliteracy https://theglobalseal.com/. \nFor registration please visit https://www.world-affairs.org/event/global-competence-certificate-for-heritage-language-speakers-award-ceremony-and-student-presentations/
URL:https://arcsproject.org/event/arcs-romanian-heritage-language-and-culture-school-fall-2022-3/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Romanian American National Heritage Award - 5th Edition
DESCRIPTION:Romanian American National Heritage Awards\, 5th edition - 2021 The Romanian American National Heritage Award is an annual competition for youth with Romanian heritage or background. Applicants of non-Romanian descent may qualify\, as long as their work and experience relate to Romania or the Romanian community in the US.  The jury representing the three organizations involved based their decision on the national and international impact of the volunteering activity described\, the candidate's academic achievements and leadership potential and tracked record\, as well as their future vision for the benefit of the Romanian community\, locally and beyond. Congratulations to the Winners of This Year's Edition :  • Platinum\, National -  Andreea Haidău ( Wheeling High School\, IL) • Platinum\, West Coast - Victor Ene ( Sunset High School\, OR) • Platinum\, East Coast - Daniel Niculescu ( Cranbrook Schools\, MI) • Gold\, West Coast  - Larisa Sâmbotin  (Skyline High School\, WA)                                   - Alex Iliescu (Interlake High School\, WA)                                  - Tamara Toma (Homestead High School\, CA)  & Ilinca Flăcău  (Leland High School\,  CA)  • Gold\, East Coast  - Stefan Julian Cordaș ( Trumbull High School\, CT) • Silver\, Central  - Andreas Miclea (Northside College Preparatory High School\, IL) \, Fevzy Ghiuve-Osman (Walter Payton College Preparatory High School\, IL)\, Gruia Radu ( New Trier Township High-School\, IL)                            - David Burcă (Sconzo Early College High School\,  TX)  Presented by the American Romanian Cultural Society \, Alianta and Romanian United Fund\, with the endorsement of the Embassy of Romania to the United States  Community Partners (please let us know if you would like to join us as a community partner):  Romanian Cultural Institure USA/New York Românul Corp HORA-Heritage Organization of Romanian Americans in Minnesota Mission and Purpose The award recognizes exceptional contributions to the cohesion of the Romanian community and the preservation of its heritage\, language\, culture and traditions.  Recognition and Awards All eligible participants will receive the official recognition of the Romanian Embassy in United States and the top winners will receive scholarships of up to $500 dollars each.  The award has helped the recipients distinguish themselves in their admission process to top colleges and institutions\, such as Dartmouth College\, Wesleyan Univ\, Pitzer College\, UC Berkeley\, UCLA\, UC Davis\, UC Santa Barbara\, UC Irvine\, Whitman College\, Purdue Univ\, UW Honors\, and many others.  Timeline  June 30 - Submission of Applications Opens September 30 - Submission of Applications Closes October 15 - Winners Announced  November 18 - Award Ceremony at the Alianța Gala in Washington DC Application   Please submit your application HERE Eligibility for participation​​Age and residence: For the 2021 edition\, participants must be enrolled in High School in United States for the 2020-2021 academic year. Academic: Minimum unweighted High School GPA of 3.0 – or equivalent\, running average for the last school year.Team work: Both individuals and teams can participate in the competition. Participation in teams is encouraged. To encourage leadership and simplify the evaluation process\, the maximum team size is 5.  There are no Romanian or US citizenship requirements. There are no fees required\, this competition is entirely free to participate for eligible students. ​Eligibility for national participantsThe top 5 winners of the regional competitions advance to the national competition Evaluation criteria The following criteria will be used in the evaluation process (not all criteria are required\, but they will strengthen your application):  1) Community work and leadershipThe number of volunteering hours and their visible outcome and results will be a strong factor in the evaluation. Where applicable and possible\, volunteering and community work in Romania (e.g. groundbreaking projects with children\, youth and seniors from underprivileged social backgrounds\, or religious and ethnic minorities) will receive the jury's highest consideration. Please highlight this aspect in your application. Please provide a detailed description of your working experience\, highlighting the ways in which your activity and leadership initiatives impacted the targeted community\,  strengthening its civic spirit and sense of unity\, bringing awareness to the role of the Romanian language and traditions in shaping the Romanian American identity and legacy in the US. The description should be either in Romanian or in English\, and should not exceed 650 words.   2) Essay Please submit an essay that will describe how your community work influenced your own personal growth and brought awarness to your bicultural and bilingual identity in the US. We strongly encourage applicants to model their essay from their college application essays\, following a similar structure and attention to detail. The essay shall have no less than 200 words and no more than 650 words.  3) Recommendations from local community leadersYour essay and recommendations will play an important role in the evaluation process. A formal letter is not required\, a name and contact info (email and/or phone number) will be sufficient. The contest organizers will reach out to confirm the recommendations. Romanian Heritage ConnectionApplicants of any cultural backgrounds may qualify\, as long as they are able to prove their interest\, work experience and connection to Romania. Examples of such proof: Passing an officially recognized Romanian language test – where availableAn essay in Romanian Volunteer work in Romania* For past editions\, winners and photos\, please visit Romanian American Heritage Award page.  Organizers:  American Romanian Cultural Society Alianța  Romanian United Fund With the Support of the Romanian Embassy in Washington D.C. 
URL:https://arcsproject.org/event/romanian-american-national-heritage-award-5th-edition/
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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