THE WORLD AFFAIRS
COUNCIL OF CHARLOTTE
2004-2005
COUNCIL SCHOLAR PROGRAM
An annual award and educational opportunity for the recognition
of an outstanding teacher, grades PK - 12, who has demonstrated a
commitment to and interest in international education. Special
thanks to the Bradham Family Foundation for their support of the
program.
Sponsored by
THE WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF CHARLOTTE’S
COUNCIL SCHOLAR PROGRAM
The World Affairs Council of Charlotte (WACC) is committed to the expansion of international education in
area schools. The WACC Scholar Program is designed to annually reward an outstanding teacher, grades PK12, in our community who has demonstrated a commitment to, and interest in, international education. The
2004-2005 school year marks the eleventh year of the Council Scholar Program and the World Affairs Council
of Charlotte would like to thank the Bradham Family Foundation for their continued support.
The WACC Scholars Program not only gives the recipient visibility and recognition, but also provides
rewarding educational experiences. The 2004-2005 Scholar will enjoy:
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Recognition at our 2004 World Citizen Award Dinner
Invitations to special Council programs and dinner receptions
Lifetime Council membership
Seminars and roundtable discussions with past scholars and experts for curriculum
development, content enrichment, classroom resources, and professional interaction
* A scholarship of up to $2,500 for study abroad and/or domestic/international
conference attendance
Not only is this program designed to honor exemplary educators, but it will also enhance their international
educational experience to further their impact in the classroom, in the school and in our community.
REQUIREMENTS FOR A COUNCIL SCHOLAR
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Applicant must be a PK-12 grade teacher in a Mecklenburg County school
(public or independent)
Applicant must be a full-time school employee
All subjects/disciplines are eligible
The number of applicants per school is unlimited
Attendance and a possible brief presentation at the World Citizen Award Dinner,
as well as a commitment to attend Council programs are required of all recipients
Recipient will provide the Council with written reports of classroom benefits
Nominees will have a clear idea of the impact and contributions they will make in
their classroom, their school and in their community, and will be committed to
promoting international education actively for the 2004-2005 school year
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Each applicant is responsible for submitting the following in order to be considered for the scholarship:
1. Part One: “General Education Form” (see enclosed)
2. Part Two: “Application Questionnaire Form” (see enclosed)
3. Part Three: “Statement of Support Form” (see enclosed)
4. Part Four: Portfolio containing no more than five samples of student work or lesson plans
which reflect international projects that have been implemented by the applicant. Each
sample should be two pages or less in content and should be no larger than an 11 x 17
piece of paper. No video tapes, audio tapes, computer software, or oversized projects will
be accepted and all work must be completed entirely by the applicant. No fax copies will
be accepted.
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THE WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF CHARLOTTE
COUNCIL SCHOLAR PROGRAM
GENERAL INFORMATION FORM
PART ONE: GENERAL INFORMATION FORM - Responses to the questions below may
either be typewritten on this form or you may use a word processor to reproduce this application. To
be eligible, applications must be RECEIVED BY (not postmarked by) noon on Wednesday,
March 17, 2004. You will need to submit ONE COPY of this form to the WACC.
Applicant’s Name: _____________________________________________________________
Home Address: _________________________________________Zip:____________________
Home Phone Number: ___________________________ E-Mail: _______________________
Nominating School Name: _______________________________________________________
Principal’s Name: ______________________________________________________________
School Address: ________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip:___________________________________County:______________________
School Phone Number:_________________ School Fax Number:_______________________
Number of Years at Present School: _______Total Number of Years Teaching:___________
Grade Currently Teaching: _____________Social Security Number:_____________________
Subject Area(s) Currently Teaching: ________________________________________________
What Degree(s) Do You Hold & From What Institution(s):____________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
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______________________________________________________________________________
List any additional teaching experience(s)
(include dates, school names and locations, grades and subject areas).
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THE WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF CHARLOTTE
COUNCIL SCHOLAR PROGRAM
APPLICATION QUESTIONNAIRE FORM
PART TWO: APPLICATION QUESTIONNAIRE FORM - DO NOT ANSWER ON THIS
SHEET! Reproduce all questions and use as much room as you need to respond. You will
need to enclose TWO COPIES of this application form to the WACC.
1. WHAT IS YOUR DEFINITION OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION?
2. DESCRIBE YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS IN THE AREA OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION.
3. HOW HAVE THESE CONTRIBUTIONS MADE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUR CLASS,
SCHOOL, AND COMMUNITY?
4. WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO ACCOMPLISH IN THE AREA OF INTERNATIONAL
EDUCATION THIS COMING YEAR? WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT?
5. HOW WOULD BEING NAMED A COUNCIL SCHOLAR HELP YOU TO MEET THE
ABOVE GOALS?
6. WHAT ARE YOUR LONG-RANGE GOALS FOR YOUR WORK IN INTERNATIONAL
EDUCATION?
7. IF YOU WERE TO BE NAMED A COUNCIL SCHOLAR, DESCRIBE HOW YOU WOULD
USE YOUR SCHOLARSHIP MONEY. BE SPECIFIC:
A. CONFERENCE (DOMESTIC OR INTERNATIONAL)- Example
B. STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM- Example
(You may name more than one.)
I understand the expectations and requirements for a World Affairs Council Scholar and agree to
fulfill all responsibilities enthusiastically and comply with the policies established by the Education
Committee of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte.
APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE: _________________________ DATE: __________________
PRINCIPAL'S (or nominating chair's) SIGNATURE: __________________________________
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THE WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF CHARLOTTE
COUNCIL SCHOLAR PROGRAM
STATEMENT OF SUPPORT FORM
PART THREE: STATEMENT OF SUPPORT FORM- Select someone to complete the “Statement of
Support Form” on your behalf. You will need to enclose TWO COPIES of this form to the WACC.
APPLICANT'S
NAME:_________________________________________________________________________________
SCHOOL:_______________________________________________________________________________
WRITE A BRIEF STATEMENT OF SUPPORT FOR THE ABOVEMENTIONED APPLICANT. INCLUDE
WHAT THE APPLICANT’S IMPACT WILL BE IN THE CLASSROOM AND WHAT BENEFITS YOU
FEEL WILL BE DERIVED FROM HAVING A COUNCIL SCHOLAR SELECTED FROM YOUR
SCHOOL.
SIGNED:________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE PRINT NAME:___________________________________________________________________
POSITION:______________________________________________________________________________
SCHOOL PRINCIPAL’S SIGNATURE:_______________________________________________________
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(if Principal is not Nominating Individual)
THE WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF CHARLOTTE
COUNCIL SCHOLAR PROGRAM
PORTFOLIO
PART FOUR: PORTFOLIO- Create a portfolio that contains no more than five samples of student
work or of teacher plans which reflect international projects. Enclose TWO COPIES of each samplethe original and a photocopy.
*Each sample should be two pages or less in content and should be no larger than an 11 x 17
piece of paper
*No videotapes, audio tapes, computer software, or oversized projects will be accepted
*All work must be completed entirely by the applicant
SELECTION OF THE COUNCIL SCHOLAR will be based on evidence of the applicant's commitment to,
and interest in, international education. Each application will be evaluated on a competitive basis. The
selection process is two-fold: applications will first be reviewed by the World Affairs Council of Charlotte’s
Education Committee members; then select applicants will participate in a short personal interview to
determine a final decision.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS FOR THE COUNCIL SCHOLAR PROGRAM MUST INCLUDE:
1. Completed “GENERAL INFORMATION FORM” -ENCLOSE 1 COPY
2. Completed “APPLICATION FORM” (the “APPLICATION FORM” should be reproduced
on a word processor)- ENCLOSE 2 COPIES
3. Completed “STATEMENT OF SUPPORT FORM” that has been signed by the principal of
the school- ENCLOSE 2 COPIES
4. Completed “PORTFOLIO” of no more than five samples of student work or lesson plans
which reflect international projects- ENCLOSE 2 COPIES (ORIGINAL & PHOTOCOPY)
APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO:
The World Affairs Council of Charlotte
Council Scholar Program
201 S. Tryon Street, Suite 1125
Charlotte, NC 28202
(No fax copies will be accepted.)
For assistance or for additional forms, please call Jennie Nardone Stuart at the World Affairs Council
of Charlotte, 704-335-4101, or visit our web site at www.charlotteworld.org
APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY NOON ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17, 2004 to be
eligible for consideration. The 2004-2005 Council Scholar will be announced by Friday, May 14, 2004.
All materials will be available to be picked up after May 14, 2004.
THE WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL OF CHARLOTTE is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization
committed to the proposition that deeper understanding of world affairs is vital to the future of our community and our
world. As part of a network of over ninety world affairs organizations across the country, the Council serves as a regional
center for education and discussion of world affairs through diverse programs on significant foreign policy and global
issues. For further information, including benefits of discounted educator and student memberships, contact the World
Affairs Council of Charlotte office, (704) 335-4101.
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2003-2004 COUNCIL SCHOLAR
Dawn Franchina, Charlotte Christian School
2002-2003 COUNCIL SCHOLARS
Deborah Murphy, Shamrock Gardens Elementary School
Whitney Naman, Bruns Avenue Elementary School
Myra Dietz, Hopewell High School
2001-2002 COUNCIL SCHOLARS
Sharon Frazier & Cheryl Maney, University Park Creative Arts Elementary School
Cecelia Torres, Merry Oaks Elementary School
Elizabeth Womack, North Mecklenburg School
2000-2001 COUNCIL SCHOLARS
Nhora Gomez-Saxon, South Mecklenburg High School
Harvey Morrow, Providence High School
Cindy Moss, Independence High School
1999-2000 COUNCIL SCHOLAR
Patricia Brooks, East Elementary School
1998-1999 COUNCIL SCHOLARS
Kathryn Gilchrist, Lake Wylie Elementary School
Brian Kridler, Charlotte Country Day School
Alice Yoder, Trinity Episcopal School
1997-1998 COUNCIL SCHOLAR
Emily Fisher (retired)
1996-1997 COUNCIL SCHOLARS
Betty Ballard, Independence High School
Paula Davidson, Charlotte Country Day School
D’Andrea Gilliam, Ranson Middle School
Alice Harrill, Harding University High School
Lynn Viets, Providence High School
1995-1996 COUNCIL SCHOLARS
Gary Mace, Central Cabarrus High School
Tom Skinner, South Mecklenburg High School
Bridget Pasetti, Randolph Middle School
Robin Tingley, Independence High School
1994-1995 COUNCIL SCHOLARS
Dee Gardner, Piedmont Open Middle School
Wyndy Rorie, Providence High School
Rita Shumaker, Mint Museum of Art
Stephen Smith, Charlotte Latin School
Caserta Woodley, West Charlotte High School
WHAT OUR COUNCIL SCHOLARS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THE PROGRAM
"It’s wonderful to know that the community cares about education, and that there are organizations like the Charlotte World Affairs
Council that give us such substantial and concrete support." Tom Skinner, German Teacher, South Mecklenburg High School
"The Council Scholar Program has been a tremendous professional opportunity. It has been personally validating to be recognized for
efforts in international education and invigorating to collaborate with other like-minded teachers committed to international
education." Dee Gardner, Assistant Principal, Piedmont Open Middle School
“It’s nice to know that organizations such as the Charlotte World Affairs Council put so much interest back into our schools. With
their grants Charlotte Country Day has been able to invest in multimedia software that open the doors to the world for many students.
Also through the World Affairs Council I have been able to meet many colleagues who share interest in international learning which I
have put in use at my school.” Paula Davidson, Associate Librarian, Charlotte Country Day School
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