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Welcome back to school! The September issue of Time Warner Cable’s education newsletter, TWC’S Education Connection, is featuring unique Cable in the Classroom educational resources for teachers, students and parents.

The purpose of this newsletter is to update you on the current Cable in the Classroom resources that are available for you to videotape and download off the Internet for use in your classroom. Website addresses are provided for downloading lesson plans. Please forward TWC’S Education Connection to any colleagues you know who would find this information useful. For more information on CIC or questions about this newsletter, contact eric.kantor@twcable.com.

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We hope your school has received the September issue of Access Learning, and we look forward to hearing how you use it in your teaching. If you have any questions or comments, please contact Eric Kantor at eric.kantor@twcable.com or call 518-242-8839.

For more information about educational programming, support materials, online resources, and much more, visit http://www.ciconline.org.

Educational Resources for Teachers, Parents and Students

Hispanics and the Medal of Honor

Stories of Hispanic American veterans who won the highest military award in the U.S.

Airs September 16 at 6:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.2007.html

 

BIOGRAPHY: Fidel Castro: El Comandante

The story of the controversial head of state of Cuba.

Airs September 16 at 7:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0038.html (English)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.1636.html (Spanish)

 

BIOGRAPHY: Evita: The Woman Behind the Myth

Chronicle of the life of Argentine political leader Eva Peron.

Airs September 17 at 6:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0069.html

 

Puzzling Pyramids of Mexico

Exploration of the mysterious ancient city of Teotihuacan, which contains the Mexican Pyramids, the Avenue of the Dead and the Temple of the Feathered Serpent.

Airs September 19 at 6:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.2267.html (Spanish)

 

As It Happened: The Spanish American War

A two-part program that explores this world conflict and the power and influence of the media at the time.

Part 1 of 2 airs September 22 at 6:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

Part 2 of 2 airs September 23 at 6:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.0507.html

 

BIOGRAPHY: Pablo Picasso: A Primitive Soul

A two-part look at the life and work of the revolutionary artist, including his personality, artistic evolution, and innovation.

Airs September 22 at 7:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

Airs September 23 at 7:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0351.html

 

BIOGRAPHY: Pancho Villa: Outlaw Hero

Episode explores the myth, legend, and fact of the controversial Mexican revolutionary.

Airs September 24 at 7:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0425.html (English)

http://www.historyintl.com/classroom/pancho.html (Spanish)

 

BIOGRAPHY: Ponce de Leon: The First Conquistador

Profile of the soldier, adventurer, and explorer of the New World.

Airs September 25 at 7:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0152.html (English)

http://www.historyintl.com/classroom/poncedeleon.html (Spanish)

AOL@SCHOOL

This Month's Theme: U.S.A.

Over the past three hundred and ninety-five years, the United States of America has gone from an isolated British colony to one of the most influential nations in the world. Start the school year off on the right foot by honoring our great country with these amazing resources about the U.S.A.

Teach your Primary students how to tell time, then they can see what time it is anywhere in the United States. Take them on a virtual tour of the White House where they can learn interesting facts about the residence of our nation's leader.

http://www.aolatschool.com/primary/index.adp

Elementary students can read online folktales to learn about famous Americans, including Abe Lincoln, Johnny Appleseed, Paul Bunyan, and many more. Have them learn about U.S. inventors and their inventions that we use everyday, such as light bulbs, the cellular phone, and pens. http://www.aolatschool.com/elementary/index.adp

Have your Middle School Students help out with the FFFBI's newest mission to stop the sinister C.R.U.S.T. from making counterfeit U.S. coins. Next, use the math hunts to sharpen your students' math skills while they learn about the U.S. Presidents and our National Parks.

http://www.aolatschool.com/middleschool/index.adp

High School students can explore the images of the artists responsible for shaping the 10 themes in American art. Then, have them learn about the major events and people in American history. http://www.aolatschool.com/highschool/index.adp

Get AOL@SCHOOL's FREE software for your school, with Web filtering, e-mail and more. Call 888-468-3768 or go to http://www.aolatschool.com/order/index.adp to find out more and order an installation packet today.

A&E Classroom

 

California and the Dream Seekers

The first two-part episode examines the Spanish explorers, the growth of San Francisco, and the 1906 earthquake.

Part 1 airs September 8 at 7:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0403.html

Part 2 airs September 9 at 7:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0030.html

 

California and the Dream Seekers

The Second two-part episode explores the history of the water system, Hollywood, the depression era, and growth after WWII.

Part 3 airs September 10 at 7:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0031.html

Part 4 airs September 11 at 7:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0406.html

 

BIOGRAPHY: Confucius: Words of Wisdom

This episode chronicles the philosopher's life, teachings of the five virtues, and legacy.

Airs September 12 at 7:00am ET. A&E Network (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0485.html

 

Benedict Arnold: A Question of Honor

A 2002 A&E original movie that tells the story of the Revolutionary War hero's transformation to American traitor.

Airs September 15 at 2:00pm ET. A&E Network (2:00)

http://www.aetv.com/classroom/teach/index.html

 

 

C-SPAN Classroom

 

Close Up on C-SPAN

High-school students and teachers meet with guests in an interactive forum to discuss issues and events of national and international importance.

Airs September 12, 19 and 26 at 7:00pm ET. C-SPAN (1:00)

http://www.c-span.org/classroom/

SportsFigures

Designed for middle and high school students, this series features professional athletes who help demonstrate math and physics concepts through sports.

Airs August 8, 15 and 29 at 5:30am ET. ESPN2 (0:30)

http://sportsfigures.espn.com/sportsfigures/lp_home.jsp?iAm=null

Bravo in the Classroom

Sam Peckinpah

This program examines the life and work of the director who struggled to get his personal vision on the screen with films such as The Wild Bunch.

Airs September 18 at 6:00am ET. Bravo (1:00)

http://www.bravotv.com/Bravo_in_the_Classroom/peckinpah_09182003.shtml

 

The Weather Classroom

 

The Weather Classroom: Careers in Meteorology

This episode examines the variety of career paths for students interested in meteorology.

Airs September 8, 11 at 4:00am ET. The Weather Channel (0:30)

http://www.weather.com/education/wxclass/careers/careerslessonplan.html

 

The Weather Classroom: Weather and Geography

This episode explores erosion, winds, wildfires, the effects of water and altitude on weather, and the types of storms that happen over different kinds of terrain.

Airs September 22 and 25 at 4:00am ET. The Weather Channel (0:30)

http://www.weather.com/education/wxclass/lessonplans/geographylessonplan.html

 

The Weather Classroom: The Atmosphere

This episode explores trade winds, warm and cold fronts, jet streams, and the seasons.

Airs September 29 at 4:00am ET. The Weather Channel (0:30)

http://www.weather.com/education/wxclass/lessonplans/atmosphereslessonplan.html

Empowering Children in the Aftermath of Hate

The program explores a broad range of issues that impact youth in the aftermath of September 11th, including stereotyping, prejudice, discrimination, and scapegoating.

Airs September 13, 20 and 27 at 4:00am ET. Court TV (0:30)

http://www.courttv.com/choices/empowering.html

 

CNN Student News

CNN Student News launches its new season for the 2003-04 school year with a brand new Web site. The 10-minute newscast, produced just for students and teachers, airs at 3:12 am ET Monday through Friday on CNN Headline News. It is also available online. Visit http://CNNstudentnews.com for the latest news, including a useful "Week In Review" each Friday.

 

CNN en Español

This Spanish-language Web site, a version of CNN.com offers news and current events information from around the world. CNN en Español could be useful in high school Spanish classes.

http://cnnenespanol.com/

 

CNN Presents: Classroom Edition: America Remembers

CNN Presents takes a two-part look at the extraordinary events of September 11, 2001 and America's response.

America Remembers, Part I focuses on the tragic events that took place on September 11. In this episode, CNN journalists share their reactions to the World Trade Center and Pentagon attacks and the crash of United Airlines flight 93 in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

 

Record this Classroom Edition when it airs commercial-free on Monday, September 8, at 4:00am ET. Cable News Network (1:00)

America Remembers, Part 2 is scheduled to air on Monday, September 15 at 4:00am ET. CNN (1:00)

http://cnnstudentnews.cnn.com/fyi/

 

Nick News: Episode 158

This episode features a biography of Martin Luther King Jr., a 14-year-old boy who spoke at the Million Man March, the story of Ruby Bridges, and a visit to the Ebenezer Baptist Church.

Airs September 8 and 29 at 6:00am ET. Nickelodeon (0:30)

http://www.nickjr.com/grownups/teachers/supplies/shows/nick_news/nn158A.jhtml

 

Nick News: Episode 182

The life and legacy of boxer/humanitarian Muhammad Ali, including his early childhood, success at the 1960 Olympics, his retirement, and diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.

Airs September 15 at 6:00am ET. Nickelodeon (0:30)

http://www.nickjr.com/grownups/teachers/supplies/shows/nick_news/muhammad.jhtml

 

Nick News: Special Edition

What's Wrong with Black History Month?

This program questions the origins of Black History Month, how African American history is taught, and whether it is appropriate to teach history in terms of race.

Airs September 24 at 6:00am ET. Nickelodeon (0:30)

http://www.nickjr.com/grownups/teachers/supplies/shows/nick_news/nn_blackhistory_why.jhtml

HGTV Classroom

Restore America: A Salute to Preservation

Liberty Theater, Hubbel House, Far East Building

In partnership with The National Trust for Historic Preservation, this series recognizes the restoration efforts at national sites.

Airs September 8 at 5:00am ET. Home and Garden Television (0:30)

http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/pac_ctnt_nobanner/text/0,1783,HGTV_10680_10212,FF.html

History Classroom

Wealth and Power

Part 1 of 4: Tyrants and Plunderers

This episode looks at the drive for power by examining a variety of individuals, from Genghis Khan to the British Royals.

Airs September 9 at 10:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.0487.html

 

Wealth and Power

Part 2 of 4: Building a Modern World

This episode profiles American captains of industry and fortune builders, including the Astors and the Rockefellers.

Airs September 9 at 11:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.1527.html

 

Wealth and Power

Part 3 of 4: Innovators

This episode profiles master entrepreneurs and visionaries, including Henry Ford, Sam Walton, and Bill Gates.

Part 3 of 4. Airs September 9 at 12:00pm ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.0489.html

 

Heroes of Iwo Jima

A two-part program reveals the story and history behind the famous photograph from one of WWII's most brutal battles.

Part 1 of 2 airs September 10 at 6:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

Part 2 of 2 airs September 11 at 6:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.aetv.com/class/admin/study_guide/archives/aetv_guide.0618.html

 

Teddy Roosevelt: An American Lion

A two-part profile of Roosevelt's life, from his days as a cowboy to his life in the White House and beyond.

Part 1 of 2 airs September 10 at 8:00am and 2:00pm ET. History Channel (2:00)

Part 2 of 2 airs September 10 at 10:00am and 4:00pm ET. History Channel (2:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/tr/main_nosplash.html

 

Story of the Fighting I: The USS Intrepid

This program chronicles the history of the aircraft carrier Intrepid.

Airs September 12 at 6:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.0630.html

 

Save Our History: The Star-Spangled Banner

The history of the American battle flag that inspired Francis Scott Key to write the poem that became our national anthem.

Airs September 12 at 7:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.0292.html

 

Save Our History: The U.S.S. Arizona

The documentary traces the history of this ship from its construction in 1914 to its sinking in Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.

Airs September 19 at 7:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.0696.html

 

Raise the Alabama!

A two-part program that follows marine archaeologists as they excavate the wreck of this Civil War ship.

Part 1 of 2 airs September 25 at 6:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

Part 2 of 2 airs September 26 at 6:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.1369.html

http://www.historychannel.com/alabama/main.html

 

Save Our History: S.O.S.: Save Our Ships

This program showcases five vintage ships in need of restoration and follows efforts to preserve America's maritime heritage.

Airs September 26 at 7:00am ET. History Channel (1:00)

http://www.historychannel.com/classroom/admin/study_guide/archives/thc_guide.1374.html

Intimate Portrait: Eleanor Roosevelt

A profile of the former first lady, from her youth through her time as a delegate to the United Nations General Assembly.

Airs September 10 at 4:00am ET. Lifetime (1:00)

http://www.lifetimetv.com/community/olc/cable/bio_roosevelt.html

Discovery School

Junkyard Wars: Mechanical Monsters

Series uses concepts of physics and engineering to construct various machines such as cars, boats, and aircraft.

Airs September 22 at 9:00am ET. Discovery Channel (1:00)

http://school.discovery.com/networks/junkyardwars/index.html

 

Junkyard Wars: Wild Watercraft

Series uses concepts of physics and engineering to construct various machines such as cars, boats, and aircraft.

Airs September 23 at 9:00am ET. Discovery Channel (1:00)

http://school.discovery.com/networks/junkyardwars/index.html

 

Junkyard Wars: Air Movers

Series uses concepts of physics and engineering to construct various machines such as cars, boats, and aircraft.

Airs September 24 at 9:00am ET. Discovery Channel (1:00)

http://school.discovery.com/networks/junkyardwars/index.html

 

Junkyard Wars: Wind Machines

Series uses concepts of physics and engineering to construct various machines such as cars, boats, and aircraft.

Airs September 25 at 9:00am ET. Discovery Channel (1:00)

http://school.discovery.com/networks/junkyardwars/index.html

 

Junkyard Wars: Cool Cars

Series uses concepts of physics and engineering to construct various machines such as cars, boats, and aircraft.

Airs September 26 at 9:00am ET. Discovery Channel (1:00)

http://school.discovery.com/networks/junkyardwars/index.html

Black Entertainment Television Classroom

Rap It Up Classroom Connection

These stand-alone curriculum materials offer discussion points that get students thinking and talking about the common misunderstandings associated with HIV/AIDS. They include objectives, steps for the lesson process, and associated activity sheets. http://www.affiliatekit.com/networks/bet/bet/4cop/classroomconnection/index.html

Unchained Memories: Readings from the Slave Narratives

Program draws on interviews with the last generation of African Americans born into slavery prior to the end of the Civil War.

Airs September 14 and 24 at 11:00am ET. Home Box Office (1:13)

http://www.time.com/time/classroom/unchained1/

http://www.hbo.com/docs/programs/unchained_memories/index.html

Si-Fi Classroom

Inside Taken: Cable in the Classroom

A behind-the-scenes look at the production of Steven Spielberg's Taken, a 2002 miniseries about alien abduction.

Airs September 29 at 5:30am ET. Sci-Fi Channel (0:22)

http://www.scifi.com/taken/cableintheclassroom/

This fall, Points of View, a Cable in the Classroom regional demonstration project, will bring together cable programming and resources, video-conferencing capabilities, and high-speed Internet service in an inquiry-based curriculum centered on the life and presidency of Theodore Roosevelt. This unique project will foster analytic thinking using direct broadband access to primary documents, streaming video, and live interaction with experts, creating a model of interactive teaching and learning that can be replicated in any K–12 classroom.

 

"The impact of a program like this on students is phenomenal," says John Falco, Superintendent of the Schenectady, N.Y. City School District, which is piloting the project. "Integrating a unique array of countless resources and the ability to interact with experts is what makes this program educationally rich and exciting. The result is learning that is deeper and more applicable to the real world." Outside evaluators from The University at Albany are looking at effectiveness and learning outcomes as evidenced by student work products, standardized test scores, and interviews with teachers. Ongoing progress reports and research results will be available on the Cable in the Classroom Web site at http://www.ciconline.org/POV/default.htm.

 

Dr. Falco has seen results of a project like Points of View firsthand. Over the past two years, students in his school district have participated in Project View video-conferencing events with the Albany Institute of History and Art and the National Baseball Hall of Fame. "The students’ reactions, inquiries, and responses clearly indicate their interest and engagement, as well as demonstrate that learning is taking place," says Falco. "The teachers and students continue to express enthusiasm and interest in the project. It’s quite refreshing." Points of View is a partnership of Cable in the Classroom, Project View, C-SPAN, and Time Warner Cable Albany. For more information, go to http://www.twalbany.com/education/pointsofview.php

and http://www.projectview.org/ProjectIndex/ProjectVIEWNews/CICDemonstrationProject.htm.

TWC SPONSORS ARTS-IN-EDUCATION SEASON AT THE EGG

Time Warner Cable has made a three-year commitment to sponsor the Empire State Plaza’s Center for the Performing Arts, Arts-in-Education performances, beginning with the 2003-2004 season. The Egg presents a variety of programs by the very highest quality, internationally renowned children’s theatre companies and professional dance troupes. Educational performances of these programs are offered for school groups as a field trip during their regular school day.

 

To schedule your school group or for more information, contact the Egg Box Office at (518) 473-1845 or go to http://www.theegg.org/education/.

Monday, October 27, 2003, 10:15AM:

THE KENNEDY CENTER IMAGINATION CELEBRATION ON TOUR in

Dreams in the Golden Country: Grades 4-8

In the early 1900s, immigrants young and old are flocking to the "golden country" to escape poverty and persecution in Europe. Zipporah Feldman, better known as Zippy; her sister, Tovah; and her mother come to the United States from Russia to join their father who has acclimated himself to the American way, much to his wife's dismay. Both Tovah and Zippy begin to understand the workings of America and try to find their place in this strange new land. Part of the acclaimed Dear America™ book and television series, Dreams in the Golden Country is a co-commission of the Kennedy Center and Scholastic Entertainment.

 

Monday, November 3, 2003, 10:15AM

THE KENNEDY CENTER IMAGINATION CELEBRATION ON TOUR in

The Emperor's New Clothes: Grades 2 and up

Set against the fairytale backdrop of Hans Christian Andersen's timeless tale, this new opera for young audiences, with book and music by Ric Averill, offers a delightful introduction to opera as well as a fun and humorous interpretation of the classic tale of romance, rebellion and disguise. Containing arias, duets, trios and even a closing quintet, the show will prove a delight for audiences of all ages.

 

Friday, January 30, 2004, 10:15AM

TALL STORIES in

The Gruffalo: Grades Pre-K-2

Join Mouse on an adventurous journey through the deep dark woods in this magical adaptation of the Blue Peter award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Mouse can scare hungry animals away with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined? Songs, music, laughs and scary fun for children and their adults. Let your imagination run wild…

 

Monday, February 9, 2004, 10:15AM

NEW YORK THEATRE BALLET in

Cinderella: Grades K-3

New York Theatre Ballet's production of Cinderella is a one-hour ballet that will charm children of all ages. The story is elaborately told with wicked stepsisters, the fairy godmother, magic slippers, and a most charming prince - all performed with colorful costumes "reminiscent of the most spectacular book illustrations" and an ingenious mobile set. The ballet features a cast of 14 and is part of NYTB's special repertory for children and families.

 

Friday, February 27, 2004, 10:15AM

ELLEN SINOPOLI DANCE COMPANY in

Dance By Chance: Grades 3-6

Our resident dance company mixes math with movement, matching learning to fun! This popular performance program gives students an appreciation for an exciting art form while exploring the principles of probability, percentages and fractions. The wild and wacky emcee gets the students involved with mathematical queries based on the roll of the dice, spin of the wheel, pick of the cards and toss of a coin which, in turn, determine the dances that the company will perform for the students.

 

Monday, March 1, 2004, 10:15AM

MERMAID THEATRE OF NOVA SCOTIA in

Very Eric Carle: Grades Pre-K-3

Following the international success of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and The Very Quiet Cricket, Mermaid Theatre draws upon the magic of black light to capture the charm of favorite Eric Carle stories. An adventurous trip to the zoo changing into different animals teaches The Mixed-Up Chameleon the importance of being true to oneself. In The Very Busy Spider, a spider builds a web on a farmyard fence and ignores the playful banter of the barnyard animals. These whimsical tales are much beloved by several generations and have been translated into twenty languages.

 

Monday, March 8, 2004, 10:15AM

Les Ballets Africains: Grades 1-12

Les Ballets Africains, the national ensemble of the Republic of Guinea, has thrilled audiences worldwide and is universally recognized as Africa's most accomplished touring company. In a compelling program celebrating the company's half century, Les Ballets Africains performs traditional dance, music, acrobatics and storytelling that captures the elemental energy of its native land. Pulsing rhythms from ancient tribal instruments build the excitement as the company bursts onto the stage in an explosion of dance and song. The pace and color of this production will captivate students of all ages.

 

Monday, March 15, 2004, 10:15AM

SMYTHE & SAUCIER in

Circo Comedia: Grades K-3

Unpredictable thrills are the signature style of this explosive duo from Montreal. Circo Comedia was conceived in the autumn of 1998 to perform Smythe and Saucier’s distinctive brand of humor and eccentric talents. In the tradition of the Quebec Circus, Saucier, former Cirque du Soleil performer and master equilibrist, performs his feats from dizzying heights while Smythe, catastrophic clown eccentric, gets carried away by his own folly. Circo Comedia is an exhilarating and inventive phenomenon that will inspire awe and wonder.

 

Friday, April 30, 2004, 10:15AM

ELLEN SINOPOLI DANCE COMPANY in

Lucky 13: Collaborations & Connections: Grades 7-12

Celebrating thirteen dancing years, our resident company brings together thirteen outstanding artists spanning disciplines for a performance including new choreography and repertory favorites. Considered a master of the art of collaboration, Ellen Sinopoli has challenged the notions of conventionality in creating her choreography by pairing it with the obvious as well as the most unlikely of partners. The program will offer students a performance experience encompassing a variety of art forms to develop an appreciation for each of them individually as well as an understanding of the nature of collaboration through dance.

 

 

Time Warner Cable is bringing AOL Time Warner’s "Time To Read" volunteer literacy mentoring program to New York’s Capital Region. We are seeking teachers and volunteers interested in participating in this fully supported program designed to train volunteers and provide completely developed curricula, magazines and other materials. http://www.timetoread.com/

 

To discover how Time Warner Cable and the Time To Read program can help you bring the joys of reading to more children, contact Gary Wengrofsky at 518-242-8931 or gary.wengrofsky@twcable.com

 

Each year, students from across the country compete in the UNA-USA's National High School Essay Contest through their local UNA Chapters or Divisions. Through a new agreement with AOL@SCHOOL, all students, whether or not they have a local chapter or division can submit their essay to the contest for the chance to be chosen as the "AOL Ambassador." The winner will travel to New York City to participate in the world-renowned Model U.N. program and attend the awards ceremony. The finalist's essay will also be featured on the UNA-USA and AOL@SCHOOL Web sites. For more information go to http://unausa.school.aol.com/

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