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NATIONAL ACADEMY

FOUNDATION

Annual Institute for Staff Development

Mastering the NAF Model

BRIDGES TO EXCELLENCE

2011

1BRIDGES TO EXCELLENCE MASTERING THE NAF MODEL

BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF NATIONAL ACADEMY FOUNDATIONSanford I. WeillFounder & ChairmanChairman EmeritusCitigroup Inc.

Kenneth I. ChenaultVice ChairmanChairman & Chief Executive Officer American Express Company

William P. HannonTreasurerExecutive Vice President The Travelers Companies, Inc.

Eugene A. LudwigSecretaryFounder &Chief Executive Officer Promontory Financial Group, LLC

Andy F. BessetteExecutive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer The Travelers Companies, Inc.

Ursula M. BurnsChairman & Chief Executive Officer Xerox Corporation

Daniel L. DoctoroffPresident Bloomberg L.P.

Robert C. DughiExecutive Chairman U.S. Retirement Partners

JD HoyePresident National Academy Foundation

Linda S. HuberExecutive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Moody’s Corporation

A. Kirk LantermanPresidentKirlan Venture Capital

Chairman EmeritusHolland America Line Inc.

Lowell C. McAdamPresident & Chief Operating Officer Verizon Communications

Harold McGraw IIIChairman, President & Chief Executive OfficerThe McGraw-Hill Companies

Dr. Hunter R. Rawlings IIIPresident EmeritusCornell University

James D. Robinson IIIGeneral Partner & Co-Founder RRE Ventures

Robert SchwartzAcademic Dean & Professor of PracticeHarvard Graduate School of Education

Ronald A. WilliamsChairman & CEORW2 Enterprises, LLC

Sanjiv YajnikPresident of Financial Services Capital One Financial Corporation

Dear Colleagues:Welcome to the 2011 Institute for Staff Development – Bridges to Excellence: Mastering the NAF Model! For nearly three decades, NAF national staff, local academy administrators, teachers, and business people across the country have collaborated to refine a model that is proven to make a critical difference in preparing young people for college and career success. At each stage of our growth, the power of this dynamic partnership propels us toward a deeper understanding of how to deliver on small learning communities, industry-specific curricula, work-based learning, and the involvement of business volunteers. The articulation of the critical standards that make up the NAF model and the adoption of the Academy Assessment tool last year have supported our common drive for excellence to the center of our work. This process has allowed for the identification of nine Distinguished Academies that serve as exemplars of how to achieve our goal of ensuring that every academy can provide the maximum benefit to every student reached. The results of the assessments are also serving as the cornerstone of our efforts to create new professional development tools and resources and have been instrumental in shaping the learning seminars, workshops, and other educational offerings at this year’s conference. We face challenging times in education. We need only glance at the headlines or turn on the news to see another battle between administrations and teachers unions painted in black and white with no shade of gray. We know the reality is more complex— while teachers and administrators are not the problem, you are essential to the solution. So too must business leaders, elected officials, philanthropists and others act as partners to nurture engaging, supportive learning environments for NAF academy students. NAF academies occupy a unique space in the education world. We offer a proven model for preparing the nation’s students for the 21st century workforce. The challenges are real, but so are the opportunities. I encourage you to commit to take what you learn here and share it with colleagues back home.We look forward to working together as we enter NAF’s 30th year of ensuring that students are prepared with the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to thrive in tomorrow’s world.Sincerely,

JD HoyePresidentNational Academy Foundation

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NATIONAL ACADEMY FOUNDATION 2

About the National Academy Foundation (NAF) 3

The NAF Model 4

Using QR Codes & Tweeting about the Conference 5

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Internet Access 39

Things to Do in San Francisco 42

National Academy Foundation Staff Listing 44

2010-11 NAF Scholarship Recipients 52

Supporters 53

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TABLE OF CONTENTS


TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT NA FThe National Academy Foundation (NAF) is an acclaimed network of career-themed academies that open doors for underserved high school students to viable careers. For nearly 30 years, NAF has refined a proven model that provides young people access to industry-specific curricula, work-based learning experiences, and relationships with business professionals. NAF academies focus on one of five career themes: finance, hospitality & tourism, information technology, engineering, and health sciences. Employees of more than 2,500 companies volunteer in classrooms, act as mentors, engage NAF students in paid internships and serve on local advisory boards.

Founded in 1982 by Sanford I. Weill, Chairman Emeritus of Citigroup Inc., NAF fosters partnerships between business and education communities to provide opportunities to underserved students. Weill’s original intent was to connect young people to entry-level jobs in New York City’s growing financial sector. His program did much more than that; his vision led to a national movement of preparing students for successful careers.

After Weill received approval for his new academy plan from the New York City Board of Education, the first academy, an Academy of Finance, opened at John Dewey High School in Brooklyn, NY in 1982. Since then, NAF’s network has grown to 500 academies and serves more than 50,000 students across the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands each year. NAF’s 90% graduation rate and network of dedicated educators, business partners and students are testament to the effectiveness of this model.

NAF ACADEMIESThe Academy of Finance connects high school students with the world of financial services, including courses in ethics, global finance, insurance, managerial accounting and economics.

The Academy of Hospitality & Tourism helps students chart career paths in one of the world’s largest industries, and includes courses in geography and world cultures, customer service, sports, entertainment and event planning and hospitality marketing.

The Academy of Information Technology prepares students for ever-growing career opportunities in programming, database design, digital video production, networking and Web design.

The Academy of Engineering answers an acute need for well-trained engineers by providing high school students courses in computer integrated manufacturing, electronics, biotechnical engineering, civil engineering and architecture and aerospace engineering.

NAF is proud to introduce an exciting new career theme in 2011: The Academy of Health Sciences. We are looking forward to sharing more information about this fast-growing field and all the rich possibilities this academy will offer NAF academy students.



The NAF model is built around four essential components of practice. Academies that fully implement the NAF model successfully incorporate all of the elements of each of the following components:

ACADEMY DEVELOPMENT & STRUCTURE The academy, designed as a four-year high school experience, has an open and equitable student recruitment process that results in a student body that reflects the demographics of its community. Both the academy teaching team and students fully participate and collaborate in program design, decision making, and regularly scheduled professional development activities. School and district leaders perform the critical tasks and functions required to support, maintain and sustain fidelity to the NAF model at the highest level.

CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION The academy leverages NAF curriculum, which incorporates project-based learning. Career-themed curriculum is fully integrated with core academic content to help all students achieve the extended benefit of NAF academy courses. Teachers receive high-quality professional development opportunities to ensure their ability to engage all learners.

ADVISORY BOARD The academy’s advisory board is representative of its community and supports teachers and students by increasing awareness of the career field. These leaders collaborate with teachers to inform classroom learning with industry developments, trends and practices, help teachers design and implement student project work, and provide structured workplace learning opportunities, including compensated internships for students. The advisory board provides financial support and advocacy to develop and sustain the academy.

WORK-BASED LEARNING, INCLUDING INTERNSHIPS The academy develops and offers students a sequenced set of work-based learning experiences that culminate in paid internships as defined by the NAF Internship Gold Standards. These standards provide academies with criteria for high quality internship opportunities for high school students.

The workshops at the Institute for Staff Development are labeled based on the component of the model highlighted during that session. Please use this guide to select the workshops that will maximize your learning experience.

TH E NA F MODE L

The National Academy Foundation Model

Academy Development &

Structure

Advisory Board

Curriculum & Instruction

Work-based Learning


ABOUT THE ANNUAL INSTITUTEBridges to Excellence: Mastering the NAF Model is a three-day convening of the country’s career academy educators taking place on July 17 – 19, 2011. This event offers introductory and in-depth workshops, keynote speakers, networking opportunities, site visits, team time, a resource expo, and academy-themed round tables to increase the learning and professional development of career academy educators.

FORMAT OF THE ANNUAL INSTITUTEFor more than 20 years, the Institute for Staff Development has allowed NAF academy staff to gather, learn, and share best practices. This year, with a new conference design, NAF is making it easier than ever for participants to take away the critical knowledge that is directly applicable to their academies. Drawing from the data provided by the Academy Assessment – an annual evaluation of each academy’s challenges and strengths in implementing NAF’s proven model – workshops and activities are designed to address the self-identified needs of academies. The conference will also feature several two-day workshops allowing participants to dive deeper into the skills and knowledge that they find to be most relevant. As always, NAF will offer a broad array of workshop topics, incorporating more opportunities to go deeper and promote peer-to-peer learning. The 2011 Institute for Staff Development launches enhanced professional development and technical assistance offerings for NAF academies designed to be year-round, data driven, and directed by the self-identified needs of each NAF academy.

USING QR CODESA QR (Quick Response) code is a matrix barcode that can be read by your smart phone using a QR code reader application. QR codes provide you with quick access to information over the Web, contact information and much more. Download and use a QR code reader application on your smart phone to gain more information about NAF staff.

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NATIONAL ACADEMY

FOUNDATION

Annual Institute for Staff Development

Mastering the NAF Model

BRIDGES TO EXCELLENCE

2011



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JULY 17, 2011

8:00 A.M.–5:00 P.M. REGISTRATION Yerba Buena Grand Assembly

1:00–2:15 P.M. INSTITUTE FOR STAFF DEVELOPMENT OPENING SESSION Yerba Buena Salons 8-9

Keynote Address, Celebrating the 2011 Distinguished Academies JD Hoye, President, National Academy Foundation JD Hoye has worked at both the grassroots and the highest levels of government to reform how young people are engaged in learning and how they are positioned to pursue their academic interests and career goals. Prior to her appointment at NAF, Ms. Hoye served as president of Keep the Change, Inc., a nationally recognized consulting business focused on helping communities reform education and develop a skilled workforce. In 1994, she was selected by U.S. Secretary of Education Richard Reilly and Secretary of Labor Robert Reich to head the new Office of School-to-Work in Washington, D.C. She served in that role for four years, overseeing a $1.1 billion budget and spurring nationwide progress in education reform and workforce development. Ms. Hoye has also served as associate superintendent of the Office of Professional/Technical Education for the Oregon Department of Education and the Office of Community Colleges.

Distinguished AcademiesNAF honors these distinguished academies that have excelled at implementing the NAF model to deliver the best outcomes for students.

AJ Moore Academy of Finance, Waco, TX

AJ Moore Academy of Hospitality and Tourism, Waco, TX

AJ Moore Academy of Information Technology, Waco, TX

Crooms Academy of Information Technology, Sanford, FL

Lancaster High School Academy of Finance, Lancaster, NY

Miami Springs High School Academy of Hospitality & Tourism, Miami, FL

Northeast High School Academy of Finance, St. Petersburg, FL

San Diego School of Business Academy of Finance, San Diego, CA

Southwest Miami Senior High School Academy of Finance, Miami, FL

2:15–2:30 P.M. BREAK

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Academy Development Curriculum & Instruction Advisory Board Work-Based Learning

2:30–4:30 P.M. LEARNING SEMINARS I

Provide the Foundation for Overall Student Success through a Personalized Learning Environment

Standard: Personalized Environment

Theme: All Level: Basic Yerba Buena Salons 14-15

PRESENTERS:Gilberto Vega, Principal, Academy of Finance and Enterprise AOFJanina Morones, Business Teacher and Academy Coordinator, Academy of Finance and Enterprise AOFJuana Santiago-Fahim, Parent Coordinator, Academy of Finance and Enterprise AOFChristopher Fahim and Rebecca Ballie, Students at Academy of Finance and Enterprise AOFMohammed Alam and Atul Kapoor, Alumni from Academy of Finance and Enterprise AOF

This seminar will show how a personalized learning environment can provide the foundation for overall student success. Participants will be able to see how the elements of personalization (limited size, teacher teamwork and a supportive atmosphere) provide the structure needed for this success. Participants will be exposed to elements of a personalized environment, common planning, and career-themed guidance as the pillars of the personalization process.

Get your Hands on the NAF Learning Handbook! Standard: Instructional Practices

Theme: All Level: Basic Yerba Buena Salon 2

PRESENTER:Lisa Wadzeck, Academy Teacher and NAF Curriculum Leader

Each NAF course is based on methods described in the NAF Learning Handbook. These activities are research-based and help to increase rigor and retention of the material. Participants will try some of the activities themselves to better understand how to apply them to everything they teach.

Overcoming Your Toughest Advisory Board Challenges

Standard: Membership and Operations

Theme: All Level: Basic Club Room

PRESENTERS:Charlie Katz, Director, Partnership Development, National Academy FoundationSteve Casa, Network Services Director, National Academy FoundationTara Spain, Director, Community Relations & Program Officer, Travelers Foundation

Participants will share their toughest advisory board challenges and hear how successful academies around the country are dealing with obstacles and creating opportunities for success. Presenters will share tips for how to handle limited resources, too little time, students who are grade levels behind, principals who have no time, disengaged advisory board members, different leadership styles and much more.

Curriculum Integration: Using NAF Curriculum Standard: Instructional Practices

Theme: All Level: Intermediate Yerba Buena Salon 7

PRESENTER:Laura Fidler, Curriculum Specialist, National Academy Foundation

This session will explain how to use the NAF curriculum as the foundation for curriculum integration in your academy. Participants will learn what constitutes a good integration project while practicing a sample curriculum mapping activity using NAF literacy strategies. Participants will come away with tangible ideas for use during common planning time while learning about the varying degrees of integration.

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Looking For New Career Academy Leaders Who Want to Explore Their Strengths

Standard: Academy Leadership

Theme: All Level: Basic Walnut

PRESENTER:Susan Katzman, Past-President, National Career Academy Coalition

This session is focused on new career academy leaders who have completed the Year of Planning or who recently joined an existing academy and now have the responsibility of leading it. Moving from a teacher’s role to assuming a leadership role is often not easy. Participants will begin by taking a communications survey to determine their style of interacting with others. They will then explore how that style can best be utilized as they develop their team, plan and conduct meetings, communicate with district/school leadership, and work with their advisory board and corporate partners.

The Ins and Outs of Project Lead the Way Standard: Program of Study/Integrated Curriculum

Theme: AOE Level: All Nob Hill B

PRESENTER:Judy D’Amico, Project Lead The WayDebbie Hughes, Project Lead The Way

Learn how Project Lead The Way is transforming schools by delivering innovative methods of project-based learning and critical thinking skills through rigorous and relevant STEM curricula. Better understand the process for implementing the Project Lead the Way curriculum in your Academy of Engineering.

Project-based Pre-Algebra and Algebra Curriculum Overview

Standard: Instructional Practices

Theme: AOE Level: Basic Pacific J

PRESENTER:Pier Sun Ho, Associate Director for Pathway and Curriculum Development, ConnectEd California

In this workshop, teachers will receive an overview of the pre-algebra and algebra support curriculum available from ConnectEd. These curricula are designed to supplement and support math teachers in getting students engaged and successfully mastering content standards. The pre-algebra curriculum, which is appropriate for a mathematics summer camp, an after-school program, or as supplemental support, integrates arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric reasoning to solve hands-on engineering and technology problems.

To Group or Not to Group - What is the Problem? Standard: Instructional Practices

Theme: AOF Level: Basic Pacific I

PRESENTERS:Fran Thew, Computer/Business Teacher and NAF Curriculum Leader, John I. Leonard High SchoolRichard Molzer, Curriculum Fellow, John I. Leonard High SchoolVictor Herrera and Joseph Burton, Students, John I. Leonard High School

This session will explore the complexities of managing group work in the classroom and using project-based instruction. Also included will be discussion of the importance of the culminating project for each course. Student presenters will give their perspective about project-based learning and will explain how they use their coursework in the Academy of Finance to manage a school store.


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Implementing an Advisory Board Internship Program at Your Academy



PRESENTERS:Sarah Hickert, Partnership Coordinator, National Academy FoundationJessica Felix, Partnership Coordinator, National Academy FoundationRebecca Ballie, Alumna, Academy of Finance and Enterprise

Ashley Boone, Alumna, Academy of Hospitality and Tourism

Amanda Persaud and Angelie Ramdial, Students, High School for Construction Trades, Engineering and Architecture

Student involvement can increase an advisory board’s effectiveness and the work-based learning opportunities it provides. The advisory board internship is an alternative internship program that mobilizes students to support their academy’s advisory board and increase their peers’ engagement in work-based learning events. This session will include tools, and resources for designing an advisory board internship program at your academy.

Internships Are Out There: Find the Right Opportunity

Standard: Internship Completion

Theme: All Level: Intermediate Yerba Buena Salons 12-13

PRESENTERS:Debbie Fischer, Academy Director, Northeast High School AOFMaggie Saturley, English Teacher, Northeast High School AOFElise Petro, Accounting Teacher, Northeast High School AOFDawn Huber, Board Member & Achieva Credit Union Business Development Officer

Internships are becoming more and more popular as employers see the benefits of hiring employees who have had experience in the real world. However, paid youth employment opportunities have drastically declined due to steep competition for entry-level jobs in the private sector and deep cuts in funding for youth jobs. Northeast High School Academy of Finance will share best practices for providing paid internships and other meaningful work-based learning opportunities that are attractive to future employers.

The Gold Puzzle: Finding the Right Fit for Your Internship Program

Standard: Provides a Work-Based Learning Program

Theme: All Level: All Nob Hill A

PRESENTERS:Scott Dixon, Academy Director, Lancaster High School AOFErin Bortz, Internship Coordinator, Lancaster High School AOFPeter Herrscher, Teacher, Lancaster High School AOF

Lancaster High School Academy of Finance, winner of the 2010 Aldo Papone Award for Internships, will share strategies for achieving the NAF Internship Gold Standards and an overview of incorporating work-based learning into the curriculum. This workshop will benefit any academy theme and staff from YOPs to seasoned veterans.

Putting the Curriculum Pieces Together: Integrating What is to What Ought to Be in a National Career Academy Model

Standard: NAF Program of Study/Integrated Curriculum

Theme: AOF Level: Intermediate Golden Gate Hall C3

PRESENTERS:Anna Miribal, Lead Teacher, North Miami Beach Senior High School AOFMarina Montesino, Assistant Principal, North Miami Beach Senior High School AOF

Using the Florida Department of Education’s finance framework, learn how to bridge student performance standards with the NAF curriculum so they can be incorporated into your daily lesson plans. Participants will be provided with information on how to identify, select and “hook” the final puzzle pieces—the core academic teachers—into creating cross-curricular units of study.




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Increasing Student Engagement Through a Strength-Based Approach to Education


Theme: AOIT Level: Intermediate Golden Gate Hall C2

PRESENTERS:Megan Turpin and Sam Vara, Academy Cohort Teachers, Sandalwood High School AOIT

This workshop will teach participants how to have strength conversations with their students and create unique learning experiences that will enhance students’ academic performance. Topics to be discussed include assessment of individual student strengths and how it is used to drive instruction, use of effective techniques within the academy classroom, and the application of skills and strategies through multiple subject areas. The ‘Omega 9G Team’ at Sandalwood High School Academy of Information Technology have collaborated and identified individual teacher strengths. These cohort teachers use these unique assets to help balance their students overall experience during their freshman year. The camaraderie that is created establishes the foundation for higher achievement and dedication as students progress through the academy.

Expanded Roles for Business and Community Partners

Standard: Support for Learning

Theme: All Level: Advanced Yerba Buena Salons 3-4

PRESENTERS:Rob Atterbury, Director for Professional Development/District Coach, ConnectEd CaliforniaCindy McHugh, Partnership Development Manager, National Academy Foundation

Moving beyond the traditional roles of business and community partners, this workshop will explore new ways to keep advisory boards fresh, engaged and actively involved in supporting curriculum, teachers and students. Tips, tools and strategies will be shared to help academy teams.

Sustaining Excellence and Growth in Your School (Data to Grow)

Standard: Data Collection and Review

Theme: All Level: Advanced Yerba Buena Salons 10-11

PRESENTERS:Doristine Williams, Site Coordinator, Southwest Miami Senior High School AOFJames Haj, Giovanna Blanco, Javier Perez, Annie Diaz, Betty Victores, Patty Fleri, Vicky Carballo, Patty Iglesias, and Alex Ardao, Students, Southwest Miami Senior High School AOF

Building success takes patience, stamina and strategic planning. This session explores the importance of data in growing a successful school. Participants will examine Southwest Miami Senior High School Academy of Finance as a model for encouraging growth and sustainability and learn about the school’s integrated approach which stresses differentiated professional development through learning communities. Participants will learn the importance of utilizing data to create program goals and drive instructional decision-making and will create individualized action plans to assess students progress. Participants will leave the session ready to develop strategies to implement in their own schools and classrooms.

Fine Tuning the Three Cs Standard: Instructional Practices

Theme: AOHT Level: Advanced Yerba Buena Salons 5-6

PRESENTERS:Liz de las Cuevas, Lead Teacher, Booker T. Washington Senior High AOHT

The Academy of Hospitality & Tourism at Booker T. Washington Senior High incorporates collaboration, critical thinking and communication skills as part of every project-based learning activity. Session participants will learn the five-step process for integrating curriculum using both sample project-based learning assignments that are rigorous, carefully planned, managed and assessed, and tools that can be incorporated into their daily instruction.


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Comprehensive IT: Opportunities for Students When the Whole School Is the Academy


Theme: AOIT Level: Advanced Golden Gate Hall C1

PRESENTERS:Demetria Hayes, Assistant Principal, Crooms Academy of Information TechnologyCathy Alper, Career Specialist, Crooms Academy of Information Technology

This inspirational session will highlight the key components of a successful high school model where the entire school is an Academy of Information Technology. Participants will learn about strategies that make this model effective, such as technology integration in the content area classrooms, building a culture of support for all students, and empowering students and teachers with their data to motivate change in student achievement.

2:30–4:30 P.M. REMAINING LEARNING SEMINARS I

Successfully Completing the NAF Academy Assessment: From Evidence to Planning


Theme: All Level: All Foothill G1-G2

PRESENTERS:Patti Smith, Director of Research and Quality, National Academy FoundationSusan Katzman, Past-President, National Career Academy CoalitionTim Oldenburg, Academy Director, West Seneca Central School DistrictJulie Oster, Academy and CTE Director, Apex High School

How can academies use the Academy Assessment to guide their work? In this workshop we will discuss effective strategies for creating a review team, collecting evidence, and using the assessment scores for improvement planning.

2:30–5:30 P.M. YOP 2011-12 COHORT WORK SESSION Golden Gate Hall A

This session is for all newly accepted Year of Planning (YOP) Schools. During this time, we will inform the participants about YOP and the year ahead, determine strengths and challenges to be addressed during the planning year, and create an engaged network among YOP participants.

4:30–4:45 P.M. BREAK

4:45–5:30 P.M. TEAM TIME (BY REGION)This session allows members of all academies from the same region of the country to work with NAF staff to discuss regional priorities and plans for the 2011-12 year.

California Golden Gate Hall C1

Central Golden Gate Hall B

Florida/Virgin Islands Yerba Buena Salon 7

Miami Yerba Buena Salons 3-6

Northeast/NYC Yerba Buena Salons 8-9

Southeast Yearba Buena Salons 10-13

West Yerba Buena Salons 14-15

6:00–7:00 P.M. RECEPTION WITH CASH BAR Yerba Buena Grand Assembly



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JULY 18, 2011

7:00 A.M.–7:00 P.M. REGISTRATION Yerba Buena Grand Assembly

7:30–8:15 A.M. BREAKFAST Yerba Buena Salons 8-9

8:15–9:15 A.M. KEYNOTE SPEAKERS Yerba Buena Salons 8-9

Assemblywoman Fiona Ma, California State Assembly, Speaker pro Tempore

In November 2006, Fiona Ma was elected to represent the people of California’s 12th Assembly District. The district includes San Francisco, Daly City, Colma and Broadmoor. In 2010 she was elected to a third term. As a former elected member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, Assemblywoman Ma hit the ground running in Sacramento. The Speaker appointed Assemblywoman Ma as the Majority Whip, where she was responsible for ensuring the passage of crucial legislation to improve public education, expand healthcare access and protect our environment. In 2010, Assemblywoman Ma was appointed to the leadership position of Speaker pro Tempore. She also serves on key committees including Agriculture, Business and Professions, Governmental Organization, Public Employees, Retirement and Social Security and Utilities and Commerce.

Ronald F. Ferguson, Senior Lecturer in Education and Public Policy, Harvard Graduate School of Education & Harvard Kennedy School

Ronald F. Ferguson has taught at Harvard University since 1983, focusing on education and economic development. Mr. Ferguson is also an economist and Senior Research Associate at the Malcolm Wiener Center for Social Policy. His research and writing for the past decade have focused on racial achievement gaps, and have been included in a variety of publications. His most recent book is Toward Excellence with Equity: An emerging vision for closing the achievement gap, published by Harvard Education Press. He is the creator of the Tripod Project for School Improvement and also the faculty co-chair and director of the Achievement Gap Initiative at Harvard.

9:15–9:30 A.M. BREAK

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A G ENDA9:30 A.M.–4:00 P.M. IN-DEPTH WORKSHOPS: CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION (PART ONE)

FOR ADVANCE REGISTRANTS ONLY - ALL SESSIONS ARE FULL

These in0tensive, interactive two-day workshops will provide teachers and instructional leaders with best practices in project assessment and management, as applied to curricular projects for their academy theme. The workshops feature hands-on work with the Buck Institute for Education’s suite of project assessment and management tools, video analysis of best classroom practice and online exploration of project-based learning tools and project libraries. Teachers will gain tools to manage and assess projects in their academy and the student work that is generated by them. In-depth workshops will be offered for the following themes:

Academy of Finance Pacific H

Presenter: Brian Schoch, National Faculty, Buck Institute for Education

Academy of Information Technology Pacific C

Presenter: Dayna Laur, National Faculty, Buck Institute for Education

Academy of Hospitality & Tourism Pacific B

Presenter: Charity Allen, National Faculty, Buck Institute for Education

Academy of Engineering Pacific I

Presenter: Alfred Solis, Director of New Media, Buck Institute for Education

IN-DEPTH WORKSHOP: ACADEMY DEVELOPMENT (PART ONE) Pacific J

This intensive, interactive two-day workshop focuses on the most important project-based learning task for academy leaders and teachers: creating a positive culture in the classroom and throughout the academy that encourages independent learning, engagement, teamwork, productivity and a sense of community. Participants will have the opportunity to explore current best practices for establishing classroom culture and craft a plan for the coming years that will help academy students produce successful projects. Topics in the workshop include: incorporating social and emotional learning into project-based learning; the mentor role; moving from group work to teams; establishing norms and values; coaching for excellence; use of rubrics and contracts; designing initial school year projects that teach students about project-based learning behaviors and expectations; and spiraling projects over time.

Presenter: Thom Markham, Ph.D., President, Global Redesigns

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9:30 A.M.–12:15 P.M. ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONSUse this time to discuss challenges, strategies, and resources specific to your academy theme. NAF staff members will provide an overview of NAF curriculum and assessment to the theme, and will facilitate roundtable discussions around topics of interest. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and participate in discussions with industry representatives.

Academy of Finance Yerba Buena Salons 8-9

Session sponsored by Capital One Financial Corporation Industry Representative: Kathy Floyd, SEC

Academy of Information Technology Golden Gate Hall A

Industry Representative: Eileen Sweeney, Motorola Mobility Foundation

Academy of Hospitality & Tourism Golden Gate Hall B

Industry Representatives: Jeff Fagan and Andy Chaves, Marriott International

Academy of Engineering Yerba Buena Salon 7

Session sponsored by Kelly Services Industry Representatives: Rex A. Holiday and Jack T. Tang, Verizon Wireless, Brad Waldron, APG, Kelly Services

Academy of Health Sciences Nob Hill A-B

12:15–1:30 P.M. LUNCH (ON YOUR OWN)

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1:30–3:30 P.M. LEARNING SEMINARS II

Financial Markets, the U.S. Security and Exchange Commission, and the Academy of Finance



PRESENTER:Kathy Floyd, Deputy Director for Education, Office of Investor Education and Advocacy, Securities and Exchange Commission

The SEC oversees the U.S. financial markets, protects investors and facilitates capital formation. Participants will get tips on how to teach students to save and invest wisely and hear how local programs can work with the SEC.

New and Emerging Models for Work-based Learning


Theme: All Level: Basic Golden Gate Hall A

PRESENTERS:Rob Atterbury, Director for Professional Development/District Coach, ConnectEd CaliforniaSvetlana Darche, Director, Career Education, WestEd

Participants discuss the desired outcomes of work-based learning and explore new ways to reach these outcomes for all students. Expanding traditional work-place models, utilizing technology-based models and school-based strategies, and group approaches will be explored.

Sowing the Seeds to Reap Internship Success Standard: Internship Completion

Theme: All Level: Basic Foothill D

PRESENTERS:Ava Pence, Magnet Coordinator, Palm Beach Gardens High School AOHT Arty Falk, Assistant Principal, Palm Beach Gardens High School AOHTKaryn Hart, Teacher, Palm Beach Gardens High School AOHT

Internship placements are a challenge during the best of times. In the current economic climate, they are perhaps the single greatest challenge faced by academy coordinators. The Palm Beach Gardens Community High School Academy of Hospitality & Tourism has maintained an internship placement rate of 100%. The presenters will introduce strategies for integrating the academy concept into the community, creating a network of support that ultimately leads to internship success. Through facilitated group discussion, participants will leave with an action plan.

The Word on the Street: How Leaders Can Advocate for Academies

Standard: Academy Leadership

Theme: All Level: Basic Golden Gate Hall C1

PRESENTERS:Theron Cosgrave, Swanson Cosgrave ConsultingMichelle Swanson, Swanson Cosgrave Consulting

In an era of shrinking district budgets, academies need supporters both inside and outside of the school. Principals and other academy leaders can play an important role in building this support by advocating for academies in the community. This session will explore how academies can help leaders spread the word about their successes to a broad audience. Participants will also consider how their program fits within their district’s overall school reform plan.

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STEM 101 Curriculum—Improving STEM Literacy for All K-12 Students


Theme: AOE Level: Basic Golden Gate Hall C2

PRESENTERS:Alan Gomez, Ph.D., Lecturer, University of Wisconsin College of Engineering, Former CTE Coordinator and Engineering Instructor (K-12), STEM101Russ Mickelson, Chief Executive Officer, STEM101

The STEM Academy prepares students to be competent, capable citizens in a technology-dependent society through comprehensive student assessments including traditional tests, project based learning presentations and portfolios. This STEM centric program is focused on standard based foundations, gender awareness, socio-economic concerns and general learner needs to improve STEM literacy for all students. Participants will learn about The STEM Academy K-12 curriculum and its use in the Academy of Engineering.

Overview of the NAF Academy of Finance Curriculum


Theme: AOF Level: Basic Yerba Buena Salons 12-13

PRESENTERS:Andy Rothstein, Ph.D., Chief Academic Officer, National Academy FoundationAazam Irilian, Curriculum Specialist, National Academy Foundation

This introductory session is for educators who are not yet familiar with the NAF-developed courses available for Academies of Finance. Participants will learn how the NAF courses were developed, what courses are available, how the curriculum is structured, and some of the key instructional approaches used throughout the curriculum.

Geography and World Cultures—Exploring the World Around Us and Beyond


Theme: AOHT Level: Basic Yerba Buena 14-15

PRESENTER:Griselda Vile, Academy Coordinator and NAF Curriculum Leader, New Utrecht High School AOHT

The workshop will explore the various units of this course through two activities: a gallery walk of student work and a literacy strategy (sticky note review). It will demonstrate how the course is a follow-up to the Principles of Hospitality and an introduction to the rest of the hospitality and tourism courses.

Overview of the NAF Academy of Information Technology Curriculum


Theme: AOIT Level: Basic Nob Hill A-B

PRESENTER:Peter Weinstein, Curriculum & Professional Development, Pearson Charitable Foundation

This introductory session is for educators who are not yet familiar with the NAF-developed courses available for Academies of Information Technology. Participants will learn how the NAF courses were developed, what courses are available, how the curriculum is structured, and some of the key instructional approaches used throughout the curriculum.


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Getting the Most Out of NAF’s Cycle of Continuous Improvement: From Assessment to Action


Theme: All Level: All Club Room

PRESENTERS:Mike Henson, California Director, National Academy FoundationBeth Kay, California Academy Development Manager, National Academy Foundation

Whether your academy is a NAF pioneer or has just graduated from the Year of Planning, there are likely components of the NAF model you’d like to work on. Join us and learn about the full implementation of NAF’s academy improvement process. You and your team will be introduced to the tools and resources available through this process, and more importantly, will learn from one another about what’s working to improve academies. This will be an experiential workshop so please come ready to participate and interact with colleagues. This session is appropriate for academy directors, teacher teams, district-level personnel, and advisory board members.

Developing a Personalized Learning Environment using ‘School-within-a-School’ Model



PRESENTERS:Megan Turpin and Sam Vara, Academy Cohort Teachers, Sandalwood High School AOIT

In this workshop participants will learn best practices on increasing achievement through engagement and creating an individualized learning environment. Topics to be discussed will include scheduling, mentoring, cross curricular instruction and preventative academic interventions. Best practices will be shared from the experiences of cohort instructors from Sandalwood High School’s Academy of Information Technology. The 9th grade S.A.I.N.T. teachers have created their own ‘Omega 9G Team’ that specifically facilitates the needs of academy and non-academy students to ensure a successful introduction in to high school.

Involving Counseling Staff in the NAF Academy: Benefits of ConnectEDU



PRESENTERS:Dr. Lupe Ferran Diaz, Director of School Choice and Parental Options, Miami-Dade County Public SchoolsDr. Rosanne Siedner, Principal, Miami Beach High SchoolAna Sevillanos, SLC Coordinator, Miami Beach High School

The counselor is critical for the success of an academy, yet counselors have not traditionally been expected to participate on an academy team. The ConnectEDU student platform is changing this in Miami since it requires that a counselor directly oversees the work with academy students. The counselor training provide by ConnectEDU increases counselors’ repertoire of college and career tools. These additional resources enhance college and career research and documentation for each specific academy theme and for each student in an academy. This process results in increasing counselor knowledge of the academy theme, individual student career and college interests, and the general counseling needs of academy students.

Making Academy Data Digestible for Key Stakeholders


Theme: All Level: Intermediate Foothill E

PRESENTERS:Karlene Lee, Consultant, NewLeef L.L.C.Katherine Blasik, Assistant Vice President, Research & Evaluation, National Academy Foundation

Do you have trouble turning data and numbers into actionable information? Do you have a strategy to share your students’ successes, triumphs, and good news? Numbers, tables and charts deliver information, but information alone does not lead to knowledge. To make informed and effective decisions, you must understand context, trends and consequences. Converting data into stories can bridge the gap. Participants in this seminar will learn to make data useful for various audiences.




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Massaging Egos and Pushing Buttons: How to Build and Sustain an Advisory Board that Soars



PRESENTERS:Nora TeStruth, Project Manager, LEED-Accredited Professional, McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.Paul Wolman, President, P.W. Feats, Inc.

Tara Spain, Program Officer, Travelers Foundation

The key to a successful advisory board can often be traced to a leader who inspires, sets the pace, leads by example, or otherwise generates the energy to ignite others. Sometimes it is the board chair, sometimes it is a “number 2,” and sometimes a school leader. When there are several who are aligned, a force can be built. We’ll explore ways to identify criteria that make strong advisory board members, how to find them and rope them in, and how to support and inspire them at levels that will make them engaged for the long-term.

Engaging Students in Entrepreneurship Standard: NAF Program of Study/Integrated Curriculum

Theme: AOF Level: Intermediate Golden Gate Hall B

PRESENTERS:Kim Cline, Director, East Davidson High School AOFAbby Barber, Rachel Gibbs, Ryan Scarlette and Emily Shuler, Students, East Davidson High School AOF

This session will provide a different approach to teaching the Entrepreneurship course by incorporating lessons in business planning, literacy, and project-based learning. This approach resulted in students at East Davidson High School Academy of Finance obtaining 100% proficiency on state tests.

Ship Shape: 3D Modeling Integrated Project for AOE Standard: NAF Program of Study/Integrated Curriculum

Theme: AOE Level: Advanced Pacific A


In this workshop for Academy of Engineering teacher teams, participants are introduced to a multidisciplinary curriculum unit that uses simple 3-D ship hull design project as the context to integrate standards-based content from English, Social Studies, Math and Science. The workshop will review the major lessons and curriculum connections provided by the curriculum. This unit should be appropriate for integration with STEM 101 and PLTW.

The “GOLD” Internship Standard: Internship Completion


PRESENTERS:Allison Schwabish, Academy Director, Northport High School AOFJohn Desio, MetLife ResourcesLorraine Sullivan, Farrell Fritz, PCConnor Nolan, Stephen Hearn, Anthony Gallucci, Amy Goldberg, Dana Hall and Chirag Munim, Students, Northport High School

This workshop will focus on how to develop a “Gold Standard” internship, including strategies on how to prepare student resumes, hone soft workplace skills, and create long lasting relationships with employers. Students will display and discuss all aspects of their experiences through a PowerPoint presentation and provide contextual examples beyond the walls of the classroom. Participants at this session will come away with ideas on how to solicit internships, strategies for internship placement, and tools for preparing students before their internship.


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JULY 18, 2011


1:30–4:30 P.M. SITE VISITS FOR ADVANCE REGISTRANTS ONLY - ALL SITE VISITS ARE FULL

Doubleclick (by Google)Go behind the scenes of Doubleclick, an advertisement technology enterprise and subsidiary of Google. Hear about their ideas for helping interns gain AdWords Certification.

Moscone CenterMoscone Center is the largest convention and exhibition complex in San Francisco. Learn how all sectors of operations work together to successfully pull off large-scale events.

Spectrum Federal Credit UnionHear from a panel of CEOs from Spectrum and other local credit unions on the unique role and challenges that credit unions face in the financial industry and the characteristics and skills sought in new hires.

HerreroBoldtExplore ways that employees and contractors of HerreroBoldt communicate, coordinate and collaborate to advance hospital construction in the Bay Area.

3:30–3:45 P.M. BREAK

3:45–5:00 P.M. TEAM TIME (BY REGION)California Yerba Buena Salons 10-13





Southeast Golden Gate Hall A

West Golden Gate C1

5:00–5:45 P.M. BREAK

5:45–6:45 P.M. PRE-BANQUET RECEPTION WITH CASH BAR Yerba Buena Grand Assembly

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NOTES AND IDEAS

The NAF Alumni Awards

honor academy graduates

who have achieved success

in college or in their career,

or have demonstrated

an entrepreneurial or

philanthropic spirit.

HONOREE BANQUET2011

M O N D A YJULY 18 , 20 1 16:45–9:00 P.M.

D I N N E R P R O V I D E D

Remarks by Robert Schwartz, NAF Board member and

Academic Dean & Professor of Practice at the Harvard

Graduate School of Education

Yerba Buena Salons 8-9



Jillian Berg, ‘95 - Jillian’s academy experience has come full circle. As a star student at the Academy of Finance at Cooper City High School in Florida, Jillian held numerous leadership positions and was a member of DECA. After graduating, she went on to receive her bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida and her master’s from Florida Atlantic University. Holding the value of education close to her heart, Jillian became a teacher. Today, she is the lead teacher for the Academy of Finance at Coral Glades High School and the DECA District Advisor for the School Board of Broward County.

Matthew Erickson, ‘96 - Matthew’s education at the Academy of Hospitality & Tourism at Lahainaluna High School in Hawaii instilled a sense of responsibility in him. As a student, he took advantage of all the opportunities he could, knowing that what he learned in high school would help shape his future. Matthew started his career as an administrative assistant for a live-theatrical production called ‘Ulalena’. He was soon promoted to sales & marketing representative, where in his first year he increases sales by $1.5 million. Today, Matthew is the reservation sales manager at the Old Lahaina Luau in Lahaina, president of the Lahaina Civic Club, treasurer of Friends of Moku`ula, and a member of the advisory board for his academy.

Chrysta Peoples, ‘98 - Chrysta credits her experience at Academy of Finance at Golightly Career and Technical Center in Detroit, Michigan, for giving her the foundation for a successful career working at a technology-based language training company. Beyond her success in both academics and career, Chrysta found time to get married, have three children, buy a home, and give back to her academy. Chrysta attends events at her former academy, consults with the advisory board committee that is building its Web site, and serves as a mentor to current students.

George Khoury, ‘04 - George traces the practical skills he uses daily back to his time at the Academy of Information Technology at Louis E. Dieruff High School in Allentown, Pennsylvania. While at the academy, George was one of two students selected for an internship with Agere Microsystems. George received several honors upon graduation and went on to continue his education at Pennsylvania State University’s Schreyer Honors College, where he continued to accrue accolades. He was recently selected as a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow and is pursuing a Ph.D. in chemical and biological engineering from Princeton University.

Courtney Curry, ‘08 - When Courtney decided to attend the Academy of Hospitality & Tourism at Miami Norland Senior High School in Miami, Florida, she didn’t know that it would put her on a path to success. The academy experience helped Courtney realize her love for working with people and building relationships. She is currently enrolled at the Dedman School of Hospitality at Florida State University, one of the top 10 hospitality schools in the country. Courtney remains in close contact with her academy and is working on creating a formal relationship between her college and the academy so more students can have the opportunities she had.

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A L U M N I H O N O R E E S G R A D U A T I O NYEAR OF PLANNING

Ánimo Locke ACE Academy – Los Angeles, CA AOE

Antioch High School – Antioch, CA AOE

Bay View High School – Milwaukee, WI AOE

Bethel Regional High School – Bethel, AK AOE

Bronx Technology and Engineering Academy – Bronx, NY AOE

David W. Carter High School – Dallas, TX AOE

Downtown Magnets High School – Los Angeles, CA AOE

John E. Dwyer Technology Academy – Elizabeth, NJ AOE

Fremont Academy – Pomona, CA AOE

Galt High School – Galt, CA AOE

Hillcrest High School – Dallas, TX AOE

Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School – Atlanta, GA AOE

Justin F. Kimball High School – Dallas, TX AOE

Lincoln High School – Dallas, TX AOE

Mt. Edgecumbe High School – Sitka, AK AOE

John Muir High School – Pasadena, CA AOE

National Academy Foundation High School – Baltimore, MD AOE

Richmond High School – Richmond, CA AOE

Rochester STEM High School – Rochester, NY AOE

Ruskin High School – Kansas City, MO AOE

Northeast Academy for Health Sciences and Engineering – Oklahoma City, OK AOE

Upland High School – Upland, CA AOE

Watsonville High School – Watsonville, CA AOE

W.T. White High School – Dallas, TX AOE

Woodrow Wilson High School – Dallas, TX AOE

Coconut Creek High School, Coconut Creek, FL AOF

Coral Gables Senior High School, Coral Gables, FL AOF

Dillard High School – Ft. Lauderdale, FL AOF

University High School – Orange City, FL AOF

Woodrow Wilson High School – Dallas, TX AOF

Warren Easton Charter High School – New Orleans, LA AOHT

Barbara Goleman High School – Miami Lakes, FL AOHT

Lincoln High School – Dallas, TX AOHT

Miami Northwestern Senior High School – Miami, FL AOHT

Bronx Technology and Engineering Academy – Bronx, NY AOIT

Maynard Evans High School – Orlando, FL AOIT

Barbara Goleman High School – Miami Lakes, FL AOIT

Miami Norland Senior High School – Miami, FL AOIT

South Oak Cliff High School – Dallas, TX AOIT

Booker T. Washington Senior High School – Miami, FL AOIT

Congratulations and welcome to the newest NAF

academies!



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7:00 A.M.—5:00 P.M. REGISTRATION Yerba Buena Grand Assembly

7:30—8:30 A.M. BREAKFAST Yerba Buena Salons 8-9

8:30 A.M.—4:00 P.M. RESOURCE EXPO Conference participants are invited to visit with these NAF partners and companies that support our work.

AGENDA

We also are excited to present our Student Exhibitors that are joining us from:

West Seneca Central Schools, West Seneca, NY

Academy of Finance and Enterprise, Long Island City, NY

John I. Leonard High School, Greenacres, FL

Don’t forget to visit the YOP Expo featuring all of the YOP graduates to learn about their work, what they are doing in their schools, and with their students!

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8:30–10:30 A.M. LEARNING SEMINARS IIIA G ENDA8:30 A.M.—4:00 P.M. IN-DEPTH WORKSHOPS: CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION (PART TWO)

FOR ADVANCE REGISTRANTS ONLY - ALL SESSIONS ARE FULL

These are intensive, interactive two-day workshops that will provide teachers and instructional leaders with best practices in project assessment and management, as applied to curricular projects for their academy theme. The workshops feature hands-on work with the Buck Institute for Education’s suite of project assessment and management tools, video analysis of best classroom practice and online exploration of project-based learning tools and project libraries. Teachers will gain tools to manage and assess projects in their academy and the student work that is generated by them. In-depth workshops will be offered for the following themes:

Academy of Finance Pacific H

Presenter: Brian Schoch, National Faculty, Buck Institute for Education

Academy of Information Technology Pacific C

Presenter: Dayna Laur, National Faculty, Buck Institute for Education

Academy of Hospitality & Tourism Pacific B

Presenter: Charity Allen, National Faculty, Buck Institute for Education

Academy of Engineering Pacific I

Presenter: Alfred Solis, Director of New Media, Buck Institute for Education

IN-DEPTH WORKSHOP: ACADEMY DEVELOPMENT (PART TWO) Pacific J

This intensive, interactive two-day workshop focuses on the most important project-based learning task for academy leaders and teachers: creating a positive culture in the classroom and throughout the academy that encourages independent learning, engagement, teamwork, productivity and a sense of community. Participants will have the opportunity to explore current best practices for establishing classroom culture and craft a plan for the coming years that will help academy students produce successful projects. Topics in the workshop include: incorporating social and emotional learning into project-based learning; the mentor role; moving from group work to teams; establishing norms and values; coaching for excellence; use of rubrics and contracts; designing initial school year projects that teach students about projecgt-based learning behavior and expectations; and spiraling projects over time.

Presenter: Thom Markham, Ph.D., President, Global Redesigns



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“How Can We Possibly get EVERYONE an Internship?”



PRESENTERS:Charlie Katz, Director, Partnership Development, National Academy FoundationSteve Casa, Network Services Director, National Academy Foundation Advisory Board Leadership Council Members

One of the challenges of running a successful academy is ensuring that all students are exposed to great work-based learning experiences, and a great paid internship is an imperative! But how do you secure internships for all students, especially in this job market? Participants will discuss the challenges and some out-of-the-box solutions to the internship quandary.

Chase Away the Advisory Board Blues: A Blueprint for Advisory Board Success

Standard: Support for Sustainability


PRESENTERS:Angela Reiher, Principal, AJ Moore AcademyBill Foulds, Director of Caritas Kurt Krakowian, Owner, Kurt Krakowian CompanyAnita Steele, Texas State Technical CollegeWanda Brown, Director of Career Academies, AJ Moore Academy

Natalie Moore, Teacher, AJ Moore Academy

The Advisory Board is essential to the success of any NAF academy. The AJ Moore Academy Business Advisory Board has developed a recipe to success. This interactive presentation will include Board members from business, community and postsecondary institutions sharing the nuts and bolts of creating and maintaining a successful advisory board.

The Complete Guide to Scheduling SLCs and Career Academies



PRESENTER:Mike Neubig, Partner/Consultant, Capture Education Consulting Services

Learn how to unlock the constraints of traditional bell schedules and implement hybrid models that allow for flexible, performance driven instruction. This session will cover improved master schedule procedures and timelines, implementation of hybrid schedules to provide curricular specific teaching periods, implementation of procedures to complete cohort schedules, creation of common planning times for educators, efficient use of instructional facilities, and flexible schedules to allow for direct instruction to student groups based upon formative assessment data.

8:30–10:30 A.M. LEARNING SEMINARS III

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YOP Success Stories Standard: Academy Leadership


PRESENTERS:Bill Taylor, Associate Vice President, Programs, National Academy FoundationMaria Alutto, Academy Development Manager, Northeast Region, National Academy FoundationBrooke Beckett and Traci Crawford, Instructors, Galt High School AOEEric Beach, Career Academy Instructional Support Specialist, Maynard Evans High School AOITVerna Martin, Academy Director, Northeast Academy for Health Sciences and Engineering AOEKathryn Thrasher, Academy Coordinator, Northeast Academy for Health Sciences and Engineering AOE

Join graduates from NAF’s 2010-11 YOP cohort as they share their strategies for moving successfully through the academy planning process. This includes: building an effective school and community team, developing a plan to address key components of the NAF model, and working with NAF staff throughout the process. This session is designed for members of the 2011-12 YOP cohort, but will be useful for members of any academy looking to launch a new planning cycle.

Integrating 21st Century Skills in an Engineering and Technology Environment


Theme: AOE Level: Basic Club Room

PRESENTER:Nate Schuessler, Learning Systems Sales Manager, Paxton/Patterson

Learn about an innovative approach to Engineering and Technology education from Paxton/Patterson, a new NAF curriculum partner. Paxton/Patterson promotes 21st century skills such as self-direction, initiative, problem-solving, career awareness and the application of core academics within their engineering program.

Using NAF Strategies to Make Hospitality & Tourism Interesting and Relevant to Students


Theme: AOHT Level: Basic Yerba Buena Salons 14-15

PRESENTERS:James Spawton, Hospitality & Tourism Instructor and NAF Curriculum Fellow, East High SchoolJeff Christiano, East High School Instructor, Culinary Arts

The Academy of Hospitality & Tourism at East High School will demonstrate how it makes curriculum relevant and interesting by providing students with real life learning experiences, as well as infusing strategies from the NAF Learning Handbook, such as scaffolding, project-based learning, taxonomies, and literacy instruction. The presenters will also demonstrate new learning tools such as their Mac lab, “green screen” and iPads.

Digital/Media/Arts: An Integrated Approach for Arts and Media-Focused Academies


Theme: AOIT Level: Basic Foothill G1-G2

PRESENTERS:Emily McLeod, Curriculum/Instructional Design Associate, Education Development CenterDave Yanofsky, Director of Media and Youth Development, ConnectEd CaliforniaAazam Irilian, Curriuclum Specialist, National Academy Foundation

Digital / Media / Arts (DMA) is a two-year curriculum for academies focused on digital media. DMA prepares students to enter college and media careers by integrating academic standards and career/technical learning. This hands-on session focuses on how the DMA curriculum can be used to strengthen the arts and media component of NAF AOITs offering a specialty in digital media, and on how DMA integrates academic ways of knowing into career-focused courses and infuses academic courses with career contexts.




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Bring a Partner to School Day: Preparing Advisory Board Members to Engage with Students

Standard: Professional Development

Theme: AOIT Level: Intermediate Yerba Buena Salons 12-13


Advisory board members and other employer partners are great at their jobs, and can be just as swift in the classroom with a bit of training. This session will explore practical strategies to help guest speakers, mentors, job shadow hosts and internship supervisors get ready to engage with students. Participants will see examples of how some academies embed professional development opportunities for partners within the natural flow of their calendar.

Introduction to Standards-based Curriculum Integration (Part 1 of a Double Session)



PRESENTERS:Kathleen Harris, Director for Technical Assistance and Coaching, ConnectED CaliforniaPenni Hudis, Director of Program and Curriculum Development, ConnectED CaliforniaRob Atterbury, Director of Professional Development/District Coach, ConnectED California

This is part one of a two-part workshop that introduces cross-disciplinary teacher teams to multidisciplinary integrated curriculum. Participants will use the video of a teacher team in action in order to unpack the elements critical to the curriculum development process. Teachers will also practice using a framework with which to critique and evaluate existing integrated projects. The second part will take place in the afternoon.

Business and Education Employability Portfolio Standard: Students’ Career Goals

Theme: All Level: Intermediate Golden Gate Hall A

PRESENTERS:Timothy Oldenburg, Academy Director, West Seneca Central School DistrictRenee Day, Lead Teacher, West Seneca Central School District Taylor Jaszka and Meagan Jean, Students, West Seneca West Senior High SchoolAdvisory Board members

With the help of many business partners and community agencies, the West Seneca Central School District participates in a portfolio curriculum and Web site called the Business and Education Employability Portfolio (BEEP). By participating in BEEP, students learn to possess and showcase skills that employers want, and are prepared for their academy internships and future employment through pre-interview preparation, development of excellent interview skills and knowledge and application of workplace competencies. Through the development of their portfolio students are able to apply 21st century skills, connect globally to the world of work and continue to understand their personal growth. Learn how the community and education partners came together to develop this program, and how you might implement it in your academies.

Bridge Builder: Bridge Design Integrated Project for Academy of Engineering


Theme: AOE Level: Intermediate Nob Hill A-B


In this workshop for Academy of Engineering teacher teams, participants are introduced to a multidisciplinary curriculum unit that uses a truss bridge design project as the context to integrate standards-based content from english, social studies, math and science. The workshop will review the major lessons and curriculum connections provided by the curriculum. This unit should be appropriate for integration with STEM 101 and PLTW.


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Enhance Academic Rigor and Meet National College Preparation Standards Through NAF Curriculum


Theme: AOF Level: Intermediate Yerba Buena Salon 7

PRESENTERS:Gilberto Vega, Principal, Academy of Finance and Enterprise AOFJanina Morones, Business Teacher, Academy Coordinator, Academy of Finance and Enterprise AOFTeresa Pizzarelli, Teacher, Academy of Finance and Enterprise AOFJuana Santiago-Fahim, Parent, Academy of Finance and Enterprise AOFMax Dizon, Carmen Ho, Jose Rivera, and Rebeca Ballie, Students, Academy of Finance and Enterprise AOF

Learn how the Academy of Finance and Enterprise has developed a learning environment that is rigorous and meets state and national standards for college preparation. Participants will be able to learn about literacy strategies, view sample products of project-based learning activities, and develop a plan to increase academic rigor.

Making the NAF Curriculum and Reality-Based Learning Work


Theme: AOF Level: Intermediate Yerba Buena Salon 4

PRESENTERS:Scott Dixon, Academy Director, Lancaster High School AOFErin Bortz, Internship Coordinator, Lancaster High School AOFPeter Herrscher, Teacher, Lancaster High School AOF

Imagine an energetic student body highly engaged in their academy and its curriculum. Participants will discover how to organize their academy curriculum so that students of all grade levels work together toward common goals. Using a blend of NAF developed projects as well as a variety of “beyond-the-classroom” projects, students quickly discover the power of the academy structure. This workshop uses sample projects for the Academy of Finance, but the content applies to all academy themes.

A Tour of Excellence: Using the “Passport” to Prepare Students for a Successful Work-Based Learning Experience


Theme: All Level: Advanced Golden Gate Hall B

PRESENTERS:Michelle Bolt, Academy Leader, Miami Springs Senior High School AOHT Dr. Lupe Ferran Diaz, Director, Schools of Choice and Parental Options, Miami-Dade County Public Schools

Learn how the Miami Springs Senior High School’s Academy of Hospitality & Tourism has earned the distinction NAF Distinguished Academy. Participants will examine the “Internship Passport” and how it is used each school year as a benchmark to measure student progress throughout the academy experience.

Tech Fest: Celebrating a Hi-Tech Community Standard: Support for Learning

Theme: All Level: Advanced Yerba Buena Salon 2

PRESENTERS:Demetria Hayes, Assistant Principal, Crooms Academy of Information TechnologyCathy Alper, Career Specialist, Crooms Academy of Information Technology

For the past five years, the Business Advisory Council (BAC) at Crooms Academy of Information Technology has sponsored Tech Fest, a half-day conference that allows students and faculty the opportunity to network with Central Florida business leaders. Through this event, students gain knowledge of the jobs available in the growing technology base in the Central Florida area and the technology community wins by continuing to build our future leaders and technology developers.




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JULY 19, 2011

8:30A.M.–12:00 P.M. SITE VISITS FOR ADVANCE REGISTRANTS ONLY - ALL SITE VISITS ARE FULL

California Pacific Medical CenterTour the main campus of one of California’s largest private, not-for-profit, teaching medical centers.

Federal Reserve Bank of San FranciscoVisit one of only twelve Federal Reserve Banks in the country and learn how they use tours and trainings to create educational opportunities for high school students and adults in San Francisco.

Moscone CenterView San Francisco’s largest convention and exhibition complex. Learn how all sectors of operations work together to successfully pull off large-scale events.

Marriott Marquis

Go behind the scenes of the Marriott Marquis, our conference hotel, and get a glimpse of all that goes into behind running a luxury hotel.

10:30–11:00 A.M. BREAK

11:00–12:00 P.M. TEAM TIME (BY REGION)

California Yerba Buena Salons 10-13





Southeast Golden Gate Hall A

West Golden Gate C1

12:00–1:30 P.M. LUNCH (ON YOUR OWN)

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JULY 19, 2011


Academy Development Curriculum & Instruction Advisory Board Work-Based LearningAGENDA 1:30–3:30 P.M. LEARNING SEMINARS IV

ConnectEd Studios Standard: Professional Development


PRESENTER:Dave Yanofsky, Director of Media and Youth Development, ConnectED California

This workshop will introduce teachers to ConnectEd Studios, focusing on how to integrate this online platform into the classroom. This workshop will delve into the main components of ConnectEd Studios including a database of standards-based curriculum projects with multimedia resources, project planning tools, digital portfolios and publishing opportunities for students, connections to industry professionals and virtual work-based learning opportunities and media production tips and resources for students and teachers.

Stepping Outside the Box in Building Business Relationships and Internships


Theme: All Level: Basic Golden Gate Hall C2

PRESENTERS:Sharon Cutler, AOF Lead Teacher, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School AOFLaurie Acosta, AOF Internship Supervisor, JP Taravella High, Coral Springs, FLRyan McLain, Divisional Vice President of AXA Advisors, Boca Raton, FLStudents of the AOF Program & Internships, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School AOF

Participants will learn how AXA and two academies in Florida built a school business partner into an Academy of Finance partnership to provide classroom interaction and an internship program. How can businesses benefit from giving their time and resources to academies to create the WIN-WIN-WIN? Our business is now working with NAF to replicate this program across the country. Participants will learn how to implement a similar program in their own academy.

The Complete Guide to Scheduling SLCs and Career Academies



PRESENTER:Mike Neubig, Partner/Consultant, Capture Education Consulting Services

This workshop will train school leaders to unlock the constraints of traditional bell schedules and implement hybrid models that allow for flexible, performance driven instruction. This work includes improved master schedule procedures and timelines, implementation of hybrid schedules to provide curricular specific teaching periods, implementation of procedures to complete cohort schedules (team, career academy or smaller learning community), creation of common planning times for educators, efficient use of instructional facilities, and flexible schedules to allow for direct instruction to student groups based upon formative assessment data.

Overview of the NAF Curriculum for Academy of Hospitality & Tourism


Theme: AOHT Level: Basic Yerba Buena Salon 2

PRESENTER:Laura Fidler, Curriculum Specialist, Northeast, National Academy Foundation

This introductory session is for educators who are not yet familiar with the NAF-developed courses available for Academies of Hospitality & Tourism. Participants will learn how the NAF courses were developed, what courses are available, how the curriculum is structured, and some of the key instructional approaches used throughout the curriculum.



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1:30–3:30 P.M. LEARNING SEMINARS IV

Bringing NAF Web Design to Life Using Project-Based Learning


Theme: AOIT Level: Basic Yerba Buena Salon 7

PRESENTERS:Dennis Barham, Academy Teacher, Pathways to Technology and Curriculum Implementation FellowKim Davis, Site Coordinator, Pathways to Technology

The NAF Web Design course enables students to do the basics of Web design.

At Pathways to Technology, this course is coupled with instruction in Dreamweaver. A follow-up course, Advanced Web Design, was created to combine the skills learned in the basic course with project-based learning experiences in which students create products for customers. The presenters will share their experiences as well as the successes and challenges presented by this approach.

Hooking New Partners: Plan Special Events That Will Build Industry Partnerships and, Ultimately, Internships

Standard: Advisory Board Support for Sustainability

Theme: All Level: Basic Nob Hill A-B

PRESENTER:Paul Wolman, President, P.W. Feats, Inc.

Jeffersonian Dinners, Chautauqua Brunches and other effective event formats can help you meet your toughest goals. Discover ideas and secrets you can use to bring new prospects and loyal supporters alike around your table as you capture their hearts and, if you do it well, their wallets too.

Academy Leadership: Involving all Stakeholders Standard: Academy Leadership


PRESENTERS:Kelly Granfield, Teacher/Academy Coordinator, San Diego School of Business AOFJoe Austin, Principal, San Diego School of Business AOFJeremy Martin, Junior Advisor, Mentoring Coordinator, San Diego School of Business AOF

Running a successful academy requires participation from multiple levels and perspectives. Academy leadership involves the principal, counselor, academy coordinator, lead teachers, students, parents, advisory board and mentors. This session will illustrate the involvement of these stakeholders and their responsibilities in relation to the San Diego School of Business Academy of Finance.

Performance Mapping: Building a Foundation for Standards-based Curriculum Integration (Part 2 of a Double Session)



PRESENTERS:Kathleen Harris, Director for Technical Assistance and Coaching, ConnectED CaliforniaPenni Hudis, Director of Program and Curriculum Development, ConnectED CaliforniaRob Atterbury, Director of Professional Development/District Coach, ConnectED California

This is part two of a two-part workshop. See the full description in the prior learning seminar listing.

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Six Degrees of Collaboration Standard: Support for Learning


PRESENTER:Michael Realon, Career Development Coordinator, Olympic Community of Schools

After being accused of committing academic genocide by the State Court of North Carolina, the Olympic Community of Schools became a small schools campus with an Academy of Finance. Since 2006 it has engaged over 200 business partners with project-based learning, logging over 6,000 volunteer hours and receiving over $600,000 in cash and in-kind contributions. Last summer only six high school classroom projects were recognized nationally by Microsoft Corporation for their innovation and focus in helping students develop vital 21st century workforce skills -- three of these authentic projects were designed and launched by Olympic, its Academy of Finance, its Advisory Board, and its collaborators from the business, nonprofit, post-secondary, and faith communities. By generating the active engagement of community partners, Olympic’s Academy of Finance has increased its career academy student enrollment by 500% and its scores on state-mandated tests by over 65%.

What We are Learning: The Impact of Data In Building Strong Academies


Theme: All Level: Intermediate Golden Gate Hall A

PRESENTER:Katherine Blasik, Assistant Vice President, Research & Evaluation, National Academy Foundation

NAF has developed a Continuous Improvement Cycle that includes Data Center entries, Academy Assessment scores, ConnectEDU data (for some districts), and an annual planning process.

In this session we will review the Academy Assessment results and data from the current cohort of ConnectEDU sites to discuss how the data is being used to inform our decisions concerning professional development and resource allocation. We will share examples of how selected academy teams are using data to inform their planning process and student outcomes.

Reverse Engineering: Systems Analysis Integrated Project for AOE


Theme: AOE Level: Intermediate Yerba Buena Salon 3

PRESENTER:Pier Sun Ho, Associate Director for Pathway and Curriculum Development, ConnectED California

In this workshop for Academy of Engineering teacher teams, participants are introduced to a multidisciplinary curriculum unit that uses a reverse engineering challenge as the context to integrate standards-based content from english, social studies, math, and science. The workshop will review the major lessons and curriculum connections provided by the curriculum. This unit should be appropriate for integration with STEM 101 and PLTW.

Project-Based Learning: Accounting for Successful eBay School Stores


Theme: AOF Level: Intermediate Yerba Buena Salons 5-6

PRESENTERS:Marcus Walker, Department Chair, Ron E. Smith Academy of Finance, Curriculum Implementation Fellow, AJ Moore AcademyAngelo Ochoa, AOF Teacher, AJ Moore Academy

Project-based learning is integral for a student’s education in the modern world. In the Ron E. Smith Academy of Finance at AJ Moore Academy, students are thrust into the world of business, finance and accounting by running a successful eBay school store. This session will walk participants through a sample accounting lesson in preparation for creating an eBay store including the use of ledgers, balance sheets and trials.




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Academic Support in the Academy Context Standard: Instructional Supports

Theme: All Level: Intermediate Golden Gate Hall B


Districts and schools may have systems in place to provide academic support for students, but what does it look like on the academy level? This session will look at ways to provide sufficient academic supports to academy students through the academy itself. Participants will test-drive an intervention asset-mapping tool and consider ways that other academy teams provide practical support to students in danger of academic failure and dropping out.

The Practice of Creativity through an Architectural Medium


Theme: All Level: Advanced Pacific A

PRESENTERS:Clayton Taylor, Mangini Associates, Inc.Gilbert Bareng, Mangini Associates, Inc.Raymond Almanza and Doug Murdock, Students, Porterville Unified School District

Students will share their architectural workshop and internship experiences. Their experiences demonstrate how students go beyond architectural practice by taking big leaps from one scale to another during conceptual design, visually recognizing the differences between physical form and negative space, and working in multiple dimensions whether it be 2-D, 3-D, human emotions, or expressions. Using architecture as a vehicle, learn how the students make the transition from practicality to an enlightenment of a full range of professional options.

3:30–4:00 P.M. BREAK

4:00–5:00 P.M. CLOSING SPEAKER Mark Nieker is the founding chief executive officer of The Pearson Foundation, the non-profit arm of Pearson, and under his leadership the organization has made a difference by promoting literacy, learning, and great teaching. The Pearson Foundation has done this by collaborating with leading businesses, not-for-profits, and education experts to identify and share good practice; foster innovation; and find workable solutions to the educational disadvantages facing young people and adults across the globe.

Steven Berlin Johnson

The New York Times bestselling author Steven Berlin Johnson is an innovator, a Web guru and the bestselling author of six books that explore the intersection of science, technology and personal experience. Johnson’s most recent work, “Where Good Ideas Come From: The Natural History of Innovation,” sheds light on the conditions that have sparked innovative ideas throughout the decades. Johnson was the founder and editor-in-chief of FEED, a thought-provoking online magazine, and cofounded outside.in, a website that maps community news and online conversations in real-world neighborhoods. Johnson has delivered his message on innovation at several high-profile venues including South by Southwest and TED.

Sponsored by The Pearson Foundation


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Ride a Cable CarA trip to San Francisco is not complete without a ride on one of its iconic cable cars. The Powell-Hyde line begins at Aquatic Park and goes to Powell & Market, offering some of the most scenic views of the city and Bay. The Powell-Mason line runs over Nob Hill and ends up in Fisherman’s Wharf, perfect for a trip to Chinatown. The F-line links Fisherman’s Wharf with Downtown and the Castro District. For more information, call 415-673-6864.

Aquarium of the BayA massive aquarium that houses 20,000 aquatic animals in filtered Bay water, including sharks, bat rays and skates.Pier 39, On the Embarcadero at Beach Street415-623-5300www.aquariumofthebay.orgM-F 9:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.

Hyde Street PierThe world’s largest collection of historic ships and America’s only floating National Historic Park.415-556-3002M-Su9:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.

Fisherman’s WharfHome to a number of waterfront restaurants, museums and other attractions including Pier 39, an open-air festival marketplace with two levels of shopping and dining.

San Francisco Museum and Historical SocietyThe San Francisco Museum and Historical Society has been preserving Bay Area history through a broad spectrum of programs and special events for twenty years. 785 Market Street415-537-1105www.sfhistory.org

U.S.S. PampanitoA fully restored WWII submarine that gives visitors an inside perspective of undersea life.Pier 45415-775-1943M-F 9:30 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.

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Golden Gate ParkAn urban oasis twenty-percent larger than New York City’s Central Park, Golden Gate Park is home to a number of museums, gardens and unique attractions. For more information, please visit the park Web site— www.golden-gate-park.com.

California Academy of SciencesThe greenest museum in the world is home to natural history exhibits, an aquarium and a planetarium.55 Main Concourse DriveGolden Gate Park415-379-8000www.calacademy.org

Conservatory of FlowersThis historical architectural landmark is home to a wide variety of flowers and plants from around the world.100 John F. Kennedy DriveGolden Gate Park415-666-7257www.conservatoryofflowers.orgTu-Su 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

de Young MuseumThis museum showcases American art from the 17th century through modern-day, including exhibits on international textiles, costumes and art.50 Hagiwara Tea Garden DriveGolden Gate Park415-750-3600http://deyoung.famsf.orgTu-Su 9:30 A.M. – 5:15 P.M.

Buffalo PaddockYou may be surprised to see a herd of American bison grazing in the middle of Golden Gate Park! These bison represent the rich cultural importance of the buffalo in the American West. Located near John F. Kennedy Drive in the northwest corner of the park.

Neighborhoods to VisitSan Francisco is a relatively small city with a wide variety of different neighborhoods to explore, each offering its own unique culture. For more information on things to do in San Francisco, please visit the San Francisco Travel Web site: http://www.sanfrancisco.travel/

ChinatownOne of the oldest parts of San Francisco, this is a great place to experience true Chinese-American foods, tea, shopping and more.

Haight-AshburyFamous for it’s part in the Cultural Revolution of the late 1960’s, this tie-dyed neighborhood has retained its funky, free-love vibes. It also provides some of the best views of the city.

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Mary AdamsExecutive [email protected]: 646-896-3875f: 212-635-2409

Mary provides administrative support to NAF’s president, JD Hoye, and works with all teams across the organization, board members, partners, funders, customers and vendors.

Tony AsplinNetwork [email protected]: 646-530-4257f: 919-929-5929

Tony supports the efforts of the regional directors in the Western, Central, Southeast and Florida regions. He builds relationships with academy directors and stakeholders to provide assistance in working with the completion of the membership responsibilities, which includes capturing current data, academy assessments and membership fees.

Brenda BarryDirector, Academy of [email protected]: 347-852-1466f: 520-577-0190

Brenda serves as NAF’s lead in the programmatic development of the Academy of Engineering. She collaborates across all of NAF to coordinate the major functions of the engineering theme development, including site selection, ongoing AOE cohort selection, Year of Planning support, professional development, quality assurance, partner engagement, program evaluation and curriculum development and implementation.

NAF S TA F F L I S TRebecca BattermanDevelopment [email protected]: 646-896-3869f: 212-635-2409

Rebecca provides administrative and technical support to the fund development department with fundraising strategies which include corporate sponsorship, special events, individual donor solicitation, as well as corporate and private foundation grants.

Laura BeaubienSenior [email protected]: 646-723-2031f: 212-635-2409

Laura processes payroll and assists the auditors to insure that NAF is in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles). She also processes the billing of annual membership fees to all open academies, as well as Year Of Planning fees to newly established or reinstated academies.

Umang BeriWeb [email protected]: 212-635-2400f: 212-635-2409

Umang develops NAF’s online tools such as the Academy Assessment and the Data Center. He builds internal tools and custom reports for NAF staff and partners to learn more about the academies.

Ira BerkowitzChief Financial [email protected]: 646-896-3853f: 212-635-2400

Ira manages NAF’s Finance team and the IT team. He safeguards the assets of NAF and has primary responsibility for the budget and audit processes.


Katherine BlasikAssistant Vice President of [email protected]: 646-823-1313

Katherine supports the research, evaluation and quality improvement processes, and documents the performance of NAF academies and the impact of NAF on individual students, academies, schools and school districts. She focuses her work on multi-year data collection, analysis and reporting to provide information that informs strategic planning and resource allocation decisions at NAF. She ensures continuous quality improvement in the areas of student performance and career and college readiness.

Steven BrownRegional [email protected]: 646-341-1817

Steve supports NAF academies throughout the Southeast region through technical assistance and coaching. He develops relationships and assists new schools and districts who wish to join the NAF network of academies.

Stephen CasaNetwork Services [email protected]: 917-572-6155f: 212-635-2409

Steve works with states and districts to build community leadership and develop strategic plans and policies specific to enhancing the quality, penetration, growth and data needs of NAF academies. He also works with a team of specialists to determine and deploy resources to assist academies with their work on increasing their fidelity to NAF’s model.

William ChartierIT [email protected]: 212-635-2400f: 212-635-2409

Bill directs and coordinates the development and production of computerized management information, office hardware and software and the telecommunications systems for NAF.

Colleen DeveryAssistant Vice Presisdent, Strategic Initiatives & [email protected]: 646-896-3854f: 212-635-2409

Colleen leads strategic and planning initiatives and directs NAF’s communications and administrative function to advance NAF’s agenda and priorities.

Jessica FelixPartnership [email protected]: 646-896-3859

Jessica supports the development of local academy advisory boards and work-based learning programs by providing coaching and resources to academy teams. Jessica and Sarah Hickert develop and manage a city-wide Advisory Board Internship Program and a structured internship program for NAF’s headquarters in New York City.

Laura FidlerCurriculum [email protected]: 347-638-4314f: 212-635-2409

Laura provides NAF academies in the Northeast region with curriculum support ranging from training to state approvals. She helps to meet academy needs through on-site training, conference calls, webinars and other supports.



Jeanine FlynnFlorida State [email protected]: 917-583-4453f: 212-635-2409

Jeanine supports over 100 NAF academies in Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands. She provides technical assistance and professional development to ensure that academies fully embrace the NAF model. She maintains regular communication with academy leadership to keep them updated on the latest educational trends, state-specific developments and special opportunities from partners and organizations.

Jeanne FriedmanSouth Florida [email protected]: 347-852-1509f: 212-635-2409

Jeanne’s major responsibility is to provide assistance to the academies, district offices, and advisory boards in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties in the state of Florida to ensure that NAF’s goals and standards are being implemented and they are able to meet the NAF model.

Jennifer GeislerNetwork Liaison, [email protected]: 646-300-5864

Jennifer is the first point of contact and provides customer service to all NAF network members in the Northeast region. She supports network members by providing technical assistance on academy profile changes, record accuracy, academy status changes and report generation.

Deanna HansonDirector, National Network [email protected]

p: 646-896-3895

Deanna manages the team of people who work with academies and districts in the field. She participates with peers on both the program team and the leadership team to bring issues to the table and help develop solutions to serve the NAF network. Deanna personally promotes and educates various constituencies on college and career readiness and the power of the NAF model for high school reform and increased student success.

Mike HensonCalifornia Director of Network [email protected]: 646-584-1477f: 510-841-1076

Mike coordinates the activities of NAF’s California team to promote and support current and future academies. He is primarily responsible for growing the number of academies in California as well as integrating NAF with the various academy support networks such as Linked Learning.

Sarah HickertPartnership [email protected]: 646-896-3896f: 212-635-2409

Sarah helps academy teams in New York City develop advisory boards of industry professionals as well as sustainable internship programs. She helps advisory boards implement a series of work-based learning experiences for academy students, preparing them for internships, college and careers.

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JD [email protected]: 212-635-2400

JD works to ensure the continued growth of the NAF model through expansion of sites, improved products and services, increased public awareness and corporate engagement.

Aazam IrilianCurriculum Specialist, [email protected]: 646-530-0169

Aazam provides coaching and advises academies on the NAF curricular content and its pedagogy. Through presentations, workshops and regional trainings, she supports the teaching team on consistent implementation of the NAF curriculum and instructional strategies, curriculum mapping and integration. She ensures alignment of the NAF courses and the regional policies.

Charlie KatzDirector, Partnership [email protected]: 646-761-0786

Charlie spends much of his time developing and managing NAF’s relationships with national corporate partners. His goal is to increase corporate resources available to local academy programs in the form of employee volunteers and internships. He also helps academies recruit, develop, grow and manage their local advisory boards. Lastly, he works with the Advisory Board Leaders’ Council (ABLC) to improve the quality of engagement among advisory board members nationally.

Christel KaufmanWestern Regional [email protected]: 206-935-0478

Christel supports the NAF network in the Western region in all aspects of their relationship with NAF. She is responsible for the continued growth in fidelity to the NAF model for current NAF academies as well as launching new academies in existing and new districts and schools.

Beth KayAcademy Development [email protected]: 347-638-4561

Beth supports the quality improvement of NAF academies. She works with academies to identify gaps in implementing the NAF model and develop a plan to get them the support they need from the NAF team to succeed. She helps grow the network by supporting the California director in recruiting new academies.

Joep KoenenResearch [email protected]: 646-723-2034f: 212-635-2409

Joep supports the NAF network by providing the field team and other NAF teams (e.g., communications, fund development) with research data and information on the performance of NAF academies and students.

Alaric LejanoIT Support [email protected]: 646-896-3867f: 212-635-2409

Alaric provides technical support and training for remote and local NAF staff. He creates and maintains documentation regarding the technical aspects of the IT infrastructure.



N A F S TA F F L I S TRobert McCallOperations [email protected]: 646-896-3863f: 212-635-2400

Robert supports the network by providing on-going assistance to the Field Services team. He helps them with coordinating events and purchasing materials.

Cindy McHughPartnership Development [email protected]: 646-300-5573

Cindy develops partnerships to support NAF academies in California through increasing and enhancing advisory board participation and identification of work-based learning opportunities. She also facilitates planning with academy directors and advisory board members to map out strategies that will help students prepare for college and careers.

Katie McNallyDevelopment Services [email protected]: 646-896-3850

Katie oversees the fund development team’s use of NAF’s funder and prospect database, ensures accuracy of records, income reporting and manages the list generation needs of the department. She also manages the team’s annual fund and employee giving fundraising efforts and assists with the planning and outreach for NAF’s annual benefit.

David MooreSenior Vice President, [email protected]: 347-467-0201

David provides leadership to the program team, guides strategic planning, decision making, research, curriculum and overall network development. He works to integrate NAF programs into all of its fundraising, communications and operations efforts. David is committed to seeing the full development of the NAF model in more academies for more students.

Ana MorrisonNetwork Liaison, [email protected]: 415-692-4645f: 510-841-1076

Ana provides support and assistance to NAF academies with data submission and access to NAF curricula. She coordinates logistics for regional professional development for California academies.

Dana NachbarCommunications [email protected]: 646-896-3864f: 212-635-2409

Dana supports all NAF academies in the network by promoting the good work they do. She is available to assist in media outreach, event promotion, access to logos, publication review and messaging. Contact Dana about your great work and she can possibly feature you in NAF’s newsletter!


N A F S TA F F L I S TTanya NavasRegional Director, [email protected]: 646-723-2033f: 212-635-2409

Tanya supports and works with all NAF academies in New York City. She represents NAF to various NYC stakeholders including schools, business partners, board members, NYC’s Department of Education and other support organizations. She is responsible for promoting fidelity to the NAF model, expanding the network, aligning to standards, and collaborating. Tanya also provides guidance and direction to the NAF’s New York City team.

Arlene OsborneStaff [email protected]: 646-896-3865f: 212-635-2409

Arlene supports the NAF network by ensuring all invoices submitted are paid in a timely manner. She also answers all questions relating to accounts payable.

Fred PressNetwork Liaison, [email protected]: 646-522-8165f: 212-635-2409

Fred supports the NAF network by delivering exemplary customer service to all network members, providing technical assistance relating to NAF user accounts and the Data Center, and working with the Network Services team to create, schedule and manage various academy development activities.

Rebecca PrivettDirector, Central [email protected]: 646-369-9215f: 212-635-2409

Rebecca is responsible for building relationships between NAF and various stakeholders, including academy directors, principals, superintendents, teachers, business and community partners throughout her region. This includes coaching open academies to more faithful implementation of the NAF model and launching new academies in existing and new districts and schools.

Morgan PulleyblankAssociate Director of [email protected]: 415-692-1564f: 510-841-1076

Morgan works on the fund development team, specializing in foundation relations. She helps NAF secure the funding needed to provide services to academies across the nation as well as implement new programs. She works with foundation and corporate program officers on restricted and unrestricted campaigns to make sure NAF has the resources needed to achieve what it sets out to do.

Andrew Rothstein, Ph.D.Chief Academic [email protected]: 212-635-2400f: 212-635-2404

Andy oversees the development and implementation of a nationally recognized high school curriculum and assessments in finance, information technology, hospitality and tourism, and engineering. He is responsible for NAF’s professional development program and higher education relationships.



N A F S TA F F L I S TStacey SimonDirector of [email protected]: 212-635-2400 x877f: 212-635-2409

Stacey is the central contact for human resources and day-to-day administration of NAF’s New York City headquarters. She supports all of NAF staff in their travel to work directly with academies as well as works to share their amazing learning from the field across NAF.

Patti SmithDirector of Research and [email protected]: 917-750-6688f: 212-634 2409

Patti focuses on the development and implementation of the continuous improvement cycle by monitoring the annual assessment process, verifying distinguished academies and documenting their stories. She organizes and conducts case studies to document best practices across regions and career-themes to share with the NAF network and the wider education community. In addition, she participates quarterly with national education researchers to review findings from various projects and determine future research goals and objectives for NAF.

Jessica StepmanAlumni & Corporate Relations [email protected]: 646-723-2050f: 212-635-2409

Jessica supports the network by engaging corporations in partnerships with NAF and increasing their employee volunteerism. She also conducts outreach and builds partnerships with NAF alumni.

Christine StewartAdministrative [email protected]: 212-635-2400f: 212-635-2409

Christine works with the director of administration to coordinate employee benefits and implement office policies and procedures. She also works very closely with the Finance department and serves as an assistant and receptionist. She is the first voice you hear when you call the NAF headquarters and the first face you will see when you walk in the door.

Michael StraitDirector, Student Certification & [email protected]: 415-692-1569f: 510-841-1076

Michael is primarily responsible for implementation of the NAF Student Certification and Assessment System. He works to gain industry and postsecondary recognition of the NAF curriculum and certification and assessment system as effectively preparing students for college and careers. He works to ensure that the NAF network is provided with the professional development opportunities needed to effectively implement the NAF curriculum and the certification and assessment system.

Margaret SullivanVice President of Institutional [email protected]: 646-896-3872

Margaret sustains and increases financial support for NAF from foundations, corporations, government and individuals. She assists with Board relations and oversees the fund development staff and alumni relations. She is a member of the executive team.


N A F S TA F F L I S TBill TaylorAssociate Vice President, [email protected]: 347-387-7298f: 212-635-2409

Bill manages the strategic growth of the NAF network and the Year of Planning program. He also manages new theme development and implementation, corporate engagement with local advisory boards, and programs related special projects.

Daniel Wallace, Ed.D. Partnership Development Manager, Northeast [email protected]: 212-635-2400 x891

Dan is responsible for advisory board design and development for the Northeast region. He provides key support and development in toolkit materials production, recruitment, networking to build local and national partnerships, work based development, building a strong partnership between the board-academies-parents-communities, developing district-wide board models for multiple schools with academies, professional development and webinars.

Evan WatkinsCommunications [email protected]: 646-723-2038

Evan supports the NAF communications team in increasing the nation’s awareness of NAF. He is responsible for writing NAF’s monthly e-newsletter and maintaining NAF’s presence on social networking sites. Have you “liked” us on Facebook or followed us on Twitter yet?

Angela WatsonProgram [email protected]: 212-635-2400f: 212-635-2409

Angela maintains the open academy and Year of Planning files. She tracks all membership billing and supports regional directors by ensuring they are up to date on the status of all the academies in their region.

Neysa Yoon-ChoDirector of [email protected]: 212-635-2400f: 212-635-2409

Neysa is part of the fund development team. She raises resources to support NAF’s work with academies.



2010-11 NAF SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

Several of NAF’s corporate partners have created scholarships to inspire and support the next generation of Finance, Engineering, Information Technology and Hospitality & Tourism professionals.

The many thousands of dollars worth of scholarships offered by NAF’s corporate partners go to academy students who demonstrate focus, experience, achievement, and ambition. For more information go to http://naf.org/scholarships

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2011 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!Marriott International Academy of Hospitality & Tourism Scholarship

Paul Lorenzo, Homestead Senior High School AOHT, Homestead, FL

Monique Mavour, Palm Beach Gardens High School AOHT, Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Alexis Piedra, Freedom High School AOHT, Orlando, FL

Jonathan Scoblionko, Olympic Heights Community High School AOHT, Boca Raton, FL

Janessa Williams, Academy of Hospitality & Tourism at Erasmus High School, Brooklyn, NY

American Express Jesse Blackman Academy of Hospitality & Tourism Scholarship

Janessa Williams, Academy of Hospitality & Tourism at Erasmus High School, Brooklyn, NY

Kelly IT Resources AOIT Scholarship

Michael Frank, Northport High School AOIT, Northport, NY

Erica Bradford, Canyons Technical Education Center AOIT, Sandy UT

NAF Internship Stories Scholarship

Christopher Fahim, Academy of Finance & Enterprise, Long Island City, NY

Emily Neill, Hoover High School AOF, Hoover, AL

James Sullivan, Northport High School AOF, Northport, NY

NAF Alumni Business Scholarship

Natasha Ghatak, Gaithersburg High School AOF, Gaithersburg, MD (2002)

Allison Myers, Huntingtown High School AOF, Huntingtown, MD (2011)

Mariola Suchorzepka, Richmond Hill High School AOHT, Richmond Hill, NY (2008)

Molly Long, Thomas S. Wootton High School AOIT, Rockville, MD (2011)

Ismoil Rakhmatullaev, T. C. Williams High School AOF, Alexandria, VA (2011)


2010-11 NATIONAL CORPORATE & FOUNDATION SUPPORTERS

CHAMPION

CITI FOUNDATION

EDNA MCCONNELL CLARK FOUNDATION

THE BILL & MELINDA GATES FOUNDATION

THE JAMES IRVINE FOUNDATION

THE PEARSON FOUNDATION

WEILL FAMILY FOUNDATION

LEADER

AETNA INC.

AMERICAN EXPRESS FOUNDATION

BLOOMBERG L.P.

CAPITAL ONE FOUNDATION

MOTOROLA FOUNDATION

PROMONTORY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

THE STARR FOUNDATION

VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS

XEROX

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KPMG FOUNDATION

THE MCGRAW-HILL COMPANIES

NEW YORK LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

THE TRAVELERS COMPANIES, INC.

FRIEND

CDI CORPORATION

KELLY SERVICES

LUDWIG FAMILY FOUNDATION

THE J. WILLARD AND ALICE S. MARRIOTT FOUNDATION

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC.

THE MOODY’S FOUNDATION

U.S. RETIREMENT PARTNERS

JUDY AND FRED WILPON FAMILY FOUNDATION



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Bridges to Excellence: Mastering the NAF Model! We hope that you had a powerful

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Development benefitted you the most and what recommendations you can offer to

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Please use the following link to evaluate your conference experience for the 2011

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These links will be sent to all conference participants immediately following the

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Thank you in advance for your time. See you again next year!

THANK YOU TO THE LOCAL CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEEThe National Academy Foundation would like to express its thanks to the team on the ground in San Francisco that helped make the 2011 conference possible:

James Cole

Nora TeStruth

Gary Freund


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