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In Loving Memory — Ella Jenkins

  • Posted 03 December 2024
  • By Adrienne Grace
  • Under News

We mourn the passing of Ella Jenkins, one of the most iconic folk musicians of the 20th century, who revolutionized children’s music.

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A Spontaneous Visit from Ella Jenkins

  • Posted 03 December 2024
  • By Adrienne Grace
  • Under News

Karin Pavelek recalls a surprise visit in 2006 by Ella Jenkins. Ella entertained the young children by playing and singing songs.

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Some Personal Reflections of Ella Jenkins

  • Posted 03 December 2024
  • By Adrienne Grace
  • Under News

Craig Simpson, who got to know Ella Jenkins over many years in education, shares some of his personal reflections.

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Join us at the 2024 NAEYC Annual Conference

  • Posted 03 November 2024
  • By Adrienne Grace
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P.E.A.C.E. & EPCC Present:Creating a Peaceful Climate to Counter the Roots of Violence, Friday November 8th, 2024

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P.E.A.C.E. Annual Meeting & Interest Forum

  • Posted 03 November 2024
  • By Adrienne Grace
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You are invited to the Peace Educator’s Interest Forum meeting as well as the P.E.A.C.E. general meeting either in person or on Zoom

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Sessions of Interest About Peace Education

  • Posted 03 November 2024
  • By Adrienne Grace
  • Under News

NAEYC 2024 Annual Conference has several sessions for PEACE members, with one session on Friday, November 8th of special interest.

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Francis Perkins: Server, Shaper, and Saint

  • Posted 03 November 2024
  • By Adrienne Grace
  • Under News

Author Ruth Cashin Monsell wrote a biography on the inspirational history and accomplishments of Francis Perkins

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Nobel Peace Prize 2024

  • Posted 03 November 2024
  • By Adrienne Grace
  • Under News

In October 2024, the Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Nihon Hidankyo for its activism against nuclear weapons.

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