The Aquinas College ASCD Chapter sponsors two Commitment to Quality Seminars each year, one in the Fall and one in the Spring.
A Method for Teaching writing that works, Sister Mary Dominic, O.P.
Healthy Teachers for Healthy School Year, Sister Mary Diana, O.P.
Positive Reinforcement, Laurie Hopwood
Law & Order at School - Sister Mary Peter, O.P.
Paper Clips, Popsicle Sticks, Parking lots and Posters:
Simple Ways to Make Science More Meaningful and Fun -
Julie Petcu
Age Appropriate Discipline - Dr. William Bellet, Ph.D
Tips and Tricks of Classroom Management - Sister Mary Charles, O.P.
Leading the Reluctant Towards Success - Mrs. Christine Collins
Team Building with the Phases of the Moon - Mrs. Clair Ivanov
Presenting Positive Reinforcement for Peaceful Classrooms
The Shared Inquiry Method of Learning - The Great Books Foundation
San Antonio 2010: 4 students attended
Orlando 2009: 2 students attended
New Orleans 2008: 4 students attended
Anaheim 2007: 2 students attended
Chicago 2006: 6 students attended
New Orleans 2005: 5 students attended
The 2006 Chicago ASCD conference included dozens of lectures and workshops from which to choose, as well as an exhibit hall with booths displaying a wide variety of educational materials and resources. Six Teacher Education students and Sister Matthew Marie, O.P. had the opportunity to attend.