Kappa Delta Pi at Seton Hall University: July 2010

Monday, July 26, 2010

Principal Needed!

Saint Peter School seeks a dynamic and creative leader to serve as principal. The successful candidate must possess excellent leadership and communication skills and the enthusiasm for nurturing an outstanding religious, academic and extra-curricular program for its multicultural student body. Qualifications: • A practicing Roman Catholic committed to the development of the Catholic faith in the school. • At least 5 years of successful teaching/administrative experience. • Masters degree, preferably in administration, supervision and/or curriculum. • NJ State Principal Certification, its equivalent or eligibility for this certification. • The ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, parents, pastor and board. • Fluency in Spanish desirable. Please submit letter of interest, resume and three educational references by July 30, 2010 to: Principal’s Search Committee Saint Peter School Office of the Superintendent of Schools 171 Clifton Avenue Newark, New Jersey 07104-0500

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Lisa Didow Named 2010 Udall Scholar

Newly inducted Xi Gamma member Lisa Didow '11 was recently named a Morris K. Udall Scholar for 2010. Lisa is majoring in Elementary/Special Education and Environmental Studies, and plans to teach middle school science. She joins a class of 80 Udall scholars who were chosen from among 537 candidates representing 256 colleges and universities nationwide. A 14-member independent review committee selected this year's group of Scholars on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, health care or tribal public policy; leadership potential; and academic achievement. Congratulations!!!

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

High School Teachers Needed!

Cranford High School is looking for teachers! Click on the link below for descriptions and an application: http://www.applitrack.com/cranford/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&category=High+School+Teaching

How Can I Become a Xi Gamma Member?

In order to join Kappa Delta Pi-Xi Gamma Chapter, undergraduate students (sophomores, juniors and seniors) enrolled under the College of Education and Human Services are required to have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. Graduate students enrolled in the college are required to have a cumulative GPA of 3.8 or above. Every spring semester from mid to the end of February, CEHS undergraduate and graduate students meeting the GPA requirement by the previous fall semester are sent an invitation to become members of Kappa Delta Pi - Xi Gamma Chapter.

It is vital that your mailing address is up-to-date with Seton Hall University's Office of Enrollment Services (973-761-9332) as this is the information used to invite candidates to the Annual Kappa Delta Pi Induction Ceremony held in April.

Service Honor Stole (Optional for Graduating Members)

Kappa Delta Pi members who demonstrate service and commitment to the Honor Society goals throughout the year can earn a special stole to wear at graduation. Honor stoles are awarded to graduating members who have satisfied the optional service requirements at the KDP Annual Induction Ceremony held in April.

Ideally, Service Honor Stole activity should be a mixture of service to the chapter, to the profession, and to the community at large. At least 30 points must be accrued per year in order to earn the Service Honor Cord.

There are three ways to earn points:

• Attending meetings/programs/co-sponsored programs: 5 points for each meeting/program attended. Meetings/Programs are very important, as we use these for planning and carrying out chapter goals.

• Serving on KDP committees/attending KDP webinars: 5 points. (i.e. Participating in a fundraiser, Assisting in KDP functions and activities, Attending a KDP conference)

• Volunteer Service: 30 hrs = 15 points. (i.e. Any educationally or community oriented service such as library storytelling, the YMCA, tutoring, SHU Pirate Mentor, SHU 500, Mary Jennings Scholarship fundraiser, etc. )

For Service Honor Stole verification forms, click here.

Additional information on service points, Service Honor Stole hours submission forms, etc. can be received by contacting Omayra Arocho at 973-761-9661.

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