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President

How elected/appointed: Elected by general membership of FFLA, Inc.

Length of Term: Serve as president-elect for the year previous to his/her presidency and as past-president the year following. The office of President is a one-year term.

Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Appoint a Recording Secretary, Parliamentarian, Conference Chair and up to three special appointees for a one-year term to serve as members of the conference local committee (Board approval needed)

2. Preside for one-year over a minimum of four meetings of the Association, one being the General Membership Meeting during the Conference, as well as an Executive Board meeting before each Board meeting

3. Appoint committees as needed and serve as ex-officio chairman of all committees

4. Serve as chairperson of the Finance Committee

5. Coordinate the Annual Conference Form a local committee and approve their expenditures within established budget Work with Finance Committee to establish a budget Work with Board and Executive Director to maintain a balanced budget Coordinate expenditures and revenue with Executive Director Solicit sponsorships and donations Prepare all documents, the Look and Logo for the conference Receive, review and approve conference proposals Notify presenters by the established deadline Present suggestions for keynote speakers to the Board for approval Work with Executive Director to solicit vendor financial sponsorship of meetings and conference activities Design and edit the conference program Coordinate all plaques and other conference awards Provide important information about the conference to the website editor by established deadlines Provide pertinent information regarding the conference to the FLDOE, SCOLT and ACTFL publications at least six

months prior to the October conference

6. Serve as the FFLA delegate and attend the ACTFL Convention (in November) and the Assembly of Delegates at ACTFL immediately after taking office

make travel arrangements; register for the convention by the May board meeting (No late fees will be paid by FFLA for failure to register in a timely manner)

Submit Expense Report and original receipts within 10 days of return Submit a written ACTFL report for the Winter FFLAN by December 15th

Present an ACTFL and SCOLT update at the each Board meeting and the FFLAN

FINANCIAL NOTE President’s name is included on Association Bank Account and is authorized to sign checks and receive monies in the event the Executive Director cannot complete his/her duties and/or until a new Executive Director is appointed. Any expenditure exceeding $500.00 must have Board approval unless it is expenditure necessary for running the Association.

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President-Elect

How elected/appointed: Elected by general membership of FFLA, Inc.Nominations are to be made in writing to the current President–elect by September 15th. Nominations will also be accepted from the floor during the Annual Business Meeting. Ballots will be sent out by December 1st via online survey; e.g., Survey Monkey. The results will be announced at the January Board meeting and published on the FFLA website and in the FFLAN, the official newsletter of the organization.

Length of Term: Serve as president-elect for the year previous to his/her presidency and as past-president the year following his or her presidency.


1. Assist the President, as needed, in coordinating annual Conference activities and serve the Association in any other capacity as requested

2. Work collaboratively with the President and the following president-elect to provide a smooth transition for upcoming presidents

3. Act for the President in the case of his/her absence or disability

4. Coordinate appointments of Regional Directors (Even years – Even Regions, Odd years – Odd Regions) Receive Applications Form a committee Make recommendations to the Board Contact appointees

5. Serve as SCOLT representative and attend the SCOLT Conference and Assembly of State Representatives at SCOLT in the spring Make travel arrangements and register for the convention by the January Board meeting (No late fees will be paid

by FFLA for failure to register in a timely manner) Submit Expense Report and original receipts within 10 days of return. Submit a written SCOLT report for the Summer FFLAN Present a SCOLT update at each board meeting.

6. Coordinate with the Executive Director in ordering plaque for outgoing President

7. Coordinate any expenditures required of position with President and Executive Director

8. Attend Board meetings and assist with conference, as needed

FINANCIAL NOTE Past- president’s name is on Association Bank Account and may be authorized to sign checks and receive monies in the event the Executive Director cannot complete his/her duties and/or until a new Executive Director is appointed. Any expenditure exceeding $500.00 must have Board approval unless it is expenditure necessary for running the Association. This is a three-year term (past-president, president, president-elect.)

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Immediate Past-President

How elected/appointed: Elected by general membership of FFLA, Inc. Serve asImmediate Past-President following one year of service as President

Length of term: Serve as Past-President for one year following presidency

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Communicate with the President to oversee conference needs and to aid and advise with transition into presidency

2. Represent FFLA at the JNCL Advocacy Day with the Advocacy Team Chairperson, in Washington D.C., in May.

3. Work with Regional Directors and Associate Leagues presidents to increase active membership in FFLA

4. Maintain communication and pursue active involvement with the Department of Education, Bureau Chief and SALA Executive Secretary, ACTFL, and LARC's, in order to keep the Board apprised of any local, state or national language-related initiatives that might benefit the organization and its Membership

5. Chair and conduct the business of the Election Committee, overseeing the process of elections via Survey Monkey and nominations of President-Elect at the General Membership meeting in October


FFLA Presidents:

1968 Paul Dickson (per David Gurney met in Ft. Lauderdale)1969 William G. Altman1970 Tom Ackerman1971 Ron Bryant1972 Manuel S. Couto1973 Frank Fiqueroa1974 Mary G. Johnson1975 Rosa Rabell (passed away)1976 Clem Hallman – (passed away 2001)1977 Mary Jones1978 Ernest Frechette –(passed away 2001)1979 David Gurney –(Wershow Award 2001)1980 Otto Johnson1981 Arnhilda Badia (Gonzalez Quevedo)1982 Karen Lee Singh1983 Angel Bustelo1984 Sandra Preston1985 Linda Gaskin (Passed away in 2009)1986 Ivy Mitchell1987 Carol Cargill-Vroman1988 Christa Kirby1989 JoAnna Hallman1990 Pearl Bennett Chiari1991 Vilma Diaz1992 Jan Scully (Bonggren)

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1993 Carine Feyten –(Wershow Award 1993)1994 Aurelia Ogles1995 Joe Gilpin1996 Jane Govoni - (Wershow Award 2004)1997 Doris Rodriquez (initiated FFLA, Inc.) (Passed away 1999)1998 Bea Palls - Wershow Award 2000)1999 Meruchy Haedo2000 Kristen Warner2001 David Gonzalez2002 Karen Verkler-(Wershow Award 2003)2003 Tony Erben2004 Louis Lillard 2005 Jacki Cinotti-(Wershow Award 2008)2006 Becky Youngman2007 Margie Fox2008 Jan Kucerik –Wershow Award 2005)2009 Judy McDermott2010 Fernando Mayoral2011 Linda Markley - (Wershow Award 2012)2012 Cheryl Thingvold2013 Pam Benton- (Wershow Award 2014)2014 Vivian Bosque2015 Frank Kruger-Robbins2016 Michelle Olah2017 Mary Risner

Executive Director

How elected/appointed: Selected by a committee of board members Length of Term: Whenever a vacancy occurs, at the discretion of the Executive Board

Maintain accurate, updated membership list Accept and record dues from both new members and renewals

2. Annual Conference Assist the President/President-Elect in negotiating hotel contract and serve as a general liaison

with the convention hotel Take fiscal responsibility for conference expenses Coordinate exhibitors, including recruitment, correspondence and managing set-up at the

conference Manage conference registration and pre-registration

3. Treasurer Maintain updated files and permanent records of all FFLA, Inc.

financial transactions and activities (including membership, convention correspondence and all official correspondence such as IRS affairs, State of Florida and non-profit status)

Collect, disburse and account for all monies

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Coordinate with President and other Board members regarding ALL expenditures incurred on behalf of the organization

Pay dues for FFLA membership in ACTFL and other Florida associations Distribute statement reports at each meeting of the Board of Directors as well as at the annual

meeting of the Association

(Note: Any expenditure exceeding $500.00 with the exception of those expenditures necessary for the running of the Association, shall be subject to the approval of the Board)

4. ElectionsCoordinate the presidential election with the election committee and current President


FAISA/FASA Representative

How elected/appointed: Appointed by the President, approved by Board (Must be FAISA/FASA member)

Length of Term: One year, unless reappointed


1. Represent the interests of FFLA, Inc. at FAISA and FASA meetings and conferences

2. Keep the Board of Directors informed about actions and decisions at the state level that might have an impact on foreign language education as reported by FAISA/FASA

3. Encourage enrollment and participation of more foreign language administrators and supervisors in the FAISA/FASA organizations and vise versa


FFLJ Editor(Florida Foreign Language Journal)

How elected/appointed: Appointed by President, approved by Board of Directors

Length of Term: Two years, unless reappointed

Duties/Responsibilities:1. Appoint, manage and advise the editorial board of the FFLJ

2. Solicit, review, and accept submissions to the FFLJ6

3. Supervise the production and distribution of the FFLJ

4. Promote the FFLJ for maximum exposure

5. Report to the FFLA, Inc. Board of Directors on the progress of the journal

6. Get approval from Executive Director and Board for expenditures related to publishing the FFLJ


Outline of Duties for FFLJ Editorial BoardEditorS/he oversees entire operation of production, and appoints Review, Technical, and Distribution Editors. Promotes, receives, and distributes received manuscripts for judgment. Works in tandem with the President of FFLA, Inc. and the Executive Director to ensure the maximum exposure for promotion and call for papers. S/he works closely with the Managing Editor to ensure proper procedures for final production.

Assistant-to the-EditorS/he works in tandem with the Technical Editor to ensure correct proofing and authors’ satisfaction with proof copy. S/he works with publisher to ensure quality publication and adherence to contract. Works with Executive Director of FFLA, Inc. to ensure payment of expenses incurred in production costs. S/he ensures that the journal is ready for distribution for the annual Fall Conference.

Managing EditorS/he works with Editor to ensure review processes, publication, and any additional jobs deemed necessary by the Editor. S/he readies him/herself to become editor in a two-year duration.

Review EditorS/he helps promote and inform publishers of foreign language/ESOL texts and materials of the availability of the FFLJ for purposes of reviews to be considered for publication in the journal. S/he works with Managing Editor in any capacity deemed necessary.

Technical Editor and LayoutS/he works with Managing Editor as to placement and form of articles, reviews, as well as all other aspects of published volume. S/he is granted technical assistance and financial support as needed. Distribution Editor (s)S/he works closely with the Editor and Managing Editor to ensure proper timing of issuance of journals. S/he works with executive director of FFLA, Inc. to utilize any franking privileges and membership lists to appropriately distribute readied journal in a timely way.

Advertising EditorS/he handles advertising promotion and placement in a timely manner. S/he works with Executive Director of FFLA, Inc. regarding finances.

Associate Editor(s)S/he reviews manuscripts in a timely manner and completes manuscript review form(s). S//he sends completed form to Editor in a timely manner either by e-mail or mail.

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Grant Coordinator

How elected/appointed: Appointed by president, approved by Board of Directors



1. Serve as Chairperson of Grant Committee that will consist of current FFLA, Inc. Board members.

2. Coordinate the grant application and award process for grants offered to FFLA membership

3. Seek grant opportunities and make application on behalf of FFLA, Inc.

4. Solicit donations to increase the FFLA grant fund pool

5. Present the membership of FFLA, Inc. with individual, non-FFLA sponsored funding opportunities

6. Coordinate with President, local committee and Board members to sell raffle tickets and manage the basket booth during the conference

7. Keep accurate records of monies paid and projects awarded

8. Follow up with award recipient and school principal to assure that all receipts are turned in and that project was executed as proposed

9. Coordinate between grant recipient and President to provide a session opportunity at conference to present the results of the project to the membership


Historian

How elected/appointed: Member of the Board of Directors

Length of Term: At the pleasure of the Board of Directors


1. Keep an accurate record of all motions taken by the Board of Directors and provide annual update during the October Board meeting

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2. Serve as reference for the Board of Directors when there is any uncertainty over previous actions taken

3. Verify that any actions taken by the Board of Directors are in line with the Constitution and By- Laws

4. Alert and advise the Board of Directors and the Executive Board if any action proposed or taken is inconsistent with FFLA, Inc.’s Constitution


Independent School Liaison

How elected/appointed: Appointed by President and approved by Board of Directors



1. Promote FFLA membership and participation among teachers in the state’s independent schools

2. Serve as a contact person between FFLA, Inc. and independent schools statewide

3. Encourage independent school professionals to submit proposals for presentations at the annual conference


Webmaster


Length of Term: At the discretion of the President


1. Manage and maintain FFLA, Inc. website with current information

2. Communicate regularly with the members of the FFLA, Inc. Board of Directors to assure that all information on the website is current

3. Research and make recommendations to the Board of Directors with regard to the updating of technology and possible uses of and links to the FFLA, Inc. website

4. Research the websites of other foreign language associations for possible additions to or changes in the format and/or design of the FFLA, Inc. website.

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5. Assist President and other Board members with technology related to use of the website as well as other technology initiatives that might benefit the organization


Parliamentarian


Length of Term: One year


1. Assist the President in all matters concerning the Constitution

2. Make recommendations for appropriate changes or additions to the Constitution or By-Laws. This includes writing and/or accepting proposals for such changes to be published in the FFLAN for approval by the general membership at the following annual business meeting

3. Attend ALL meetings of the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, and Annual Business Meeting

4. Be familiar with Robert’s Rules of Order and help maintain order at meetings

5. Take nominations for President from the floor at the annual business meeting

Note: The Parliamentarian has no voting power. (The individual who serves as Parliamentarian may have voting rights in another position he/she serves on the board)

Recording Secretary

How elected/appointed: Appointed by the President

Length of Term: One year, beginning with President’s first Board meeting.This individual must attend the annual business meeting prior to the President’s first Board meeting (or send a representative to take minutes)


1. Take minutes at all Board meetings.

2. Take minutes at the Annual Business Meeting (held during the closing session at the conference), which are read by the Past-President and approved by the general membership at the following year’s Annual Business Meeting. Provide current President with minutes for this business meeting.

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3. Provide copies of minutes to all Board members in a timely manner and make any necessary corrections as minutes are approved at each Board meeting

4. Keep a record of all minutes for the year as well as all motions taken by the Board of Directors. Serve as reference for the Board of Directors when there is any uncertainty over previous actions taken

5. Provide annual update to all board members during the October Board meeting

6. Provide an electronic copy of the minutes to the President, Executive Director and Webmaster for record keeping and posting to membership on FFLA, Inc. website

7. Pass minutes on to incoming President and Secretary, as part of the permanent organizational record.

8. Verify that any actions taken by the Board of Directors are in line with the Constitution and By- Laws

9. Alert and advise the Board of Directors and the Executive Board if any action proposed or taken is inconsistent with FFLA, Inc.’s Constitution

10. Pass the permanent record of approved motions to the incoming secretary and the Executive Director for the organizational files.

Regional DirectorHow elected/appointed: One director appointed by Board of Directors for 12 regions

Length of Term: Two years, beginning at Board meeting at end of conference in October of year re-appointed. Must submit application to the President-Elect no later than September 1

Applications and vacancies should be published in the FFLAN. Applications should be submitted to the President-Elect. In the event of multiple applicants, a committee should evaluate applications using the criteria checklist. Even numbered regions will become vacant on even-numbered years, and odd-numbered regions, on odd years. The Board of Directors will review the district divisions at intervals of five years to maintain a balance of the number of teachers served by each Regional Director.


1. Disseminate information

2. Promote membership

3. Maintain updated files of members in area

4. Serve as liaison with schools, community colleges, colleges and universities, both public and private

5. Submit Regional report at each Board meeting

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6. Submit Regional report to FFLAN editor by established deadline in order to be published in FFLAN, Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter editions

7. Work with affiliate associations and language associations in the region as well as with the county language consultant/supervisor

8. Serve as liaison with other Regional Directors to coordinate activities

9. Assist the President in planning and executing the annual conference

10. Assist with foreign language advocacy efforts

11. Attend the FFLA Board of Directors meetings and present a full report on tasks accomplished, regional issues and concerns

12. Assist Grant Coordinator with grant baskets and raffle, as needed

13. Complete other responsibilities as determined by the FFLA, Inc. Board of Directors


Criteria Checklist for Regional DirectorsCreated by David Gonzalez 5/00

This form should be used when evaluating candidates applying for the position of Regional Director.

The candidate demonstrates that s/he: (check all that apply)

_____ (1) has been a liaison between at least two educational entities

_____ (2) has written articles and/or reports (i.e., newsletters)

_____ (3) has coordinated major projects

_____ (4) has been a member of FFLA, Inc. for at least one year

_____ (5) has been involved in planning major events

_____ (6) has attended major language conferences

_____ (7) has access to all foreign language teachers in the region s/he represents

_____ (8) has a degree or is certified in a foreign language

_____ (9) is a current member of at least one foreign language organization besides FFLA

_____ (10) is able to attend all Board meetings.

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In addition, the applicant must write a paragraph to the Board of Directors on his/her personal reason(s) for applying for the position.

COMMITTEES:

Advocacy Committee

Purpose: To promote the study of foreign languages and serve as an advocate for language education issues

Number of members: Variable – three to five members & appointed by PresidentMust include members of the ACTFL - FL Advocacy Team

Chairperson: Appointed by the President

Length of Term: Ad hoc (one year) Duties/Procedures:

1. To coordinate with ACTFL and the SCOLT member associations concerning the promotion of the study of languages and publicity of related activities

2. To develop materials including, but not limited to brochures, videos and Power Point presentations which promote the study of foreign language and which will be made available through FFLA, Inc. for members to use

3. Provide webmaster with appropriate material to be included on the website that will promote and advocate teaching and studying world languages

4. Report to the Board of Directors regularly regarding issues and events that encompass foreign language education concerns

5. Advocacy Committee Chairperson represents the interests of FFLA, Inc. at JNCL meetings and events with the Past President.

6. To investigate what other foreign language organizations in other states are doing to promote the study of foreign languages

FFLA Annual Conference Local Committee

Purpose: Assist the President and Executive Director in preparing and conducting the business of the local conference each year

Number of members:A minimum of 5 members, two of whom (Chair and Vice-Chair have a seat on the Board of Directors each year.

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Election Committee

Purpose: To accept and report nominations for FFLA President-Electand to distribute, collect and verify results of Survey Monkey election held online in November

Number of members: This committee shall consist of three members in goodstanding with one member from elementary or secondary education

Chairperson: Past-President

Length of Term: Permanent Committee for One Year

Duties/Procedures:

1. To have an email message sent out to all members in good standing, the call for nominations

2. Post information about the guidelines and timeline of the election on the website no later than September 1

3. To submit candidates’ names in a letter to the Election Committee members by November 1st. Included in the letter should be a statement that verifies the candidate’s willingness to have his/her name placed in nomination. The candidate’s curriculum vitae and any supporting documentation should also be included with the nomination

4. To present the slate of nominees, electronically, to the Board of Directors, in a timely manner

The Chair of the Committee (who is the Past-President) presents the slate of candidates at the Business Meeting during the closing session of the annual FFLA Conference. Nominations may also be accepted from the floor and shall appear on the ballot.

Elections are to be held November 1 - 30. The Chairperson is in charge of sending out the ballots via Survey Monkey no later than November 3rd , and will receive the last ballots no later than November 30th. Members who do not have access to email will receive a ballot by mail no later than November 10 th and those results will be added to the electronic vote. The Executive Director will provide mailing information.

The announcement of the new President-elect for the upcoming year is posted on the website, and announced in a blast to all members as soon as voting is closed and a clear winner of the election is identified by the committee.

Finance Committee

The finance committee will consist of a minimum of 5 members, chaired by the current President. Past-President and the President-Elect also form the committee as well as the Executive Director. The remaining committee member shall be appointed by the President from among other Board Members.

The Committee shall review and oversee the activities of the Executive Director, establish a budget, periodically review FFLA’s financial status and make reports and recommendations to the FFLA Board.

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Social Media Committee

Purpose: Serve as the disseminator of information for the organization. Advertise, inform and share good news through available social-media and media outlets

throughout the state. Maintain and update the organization social media presence.

Number of members: There are 3 members on the committee

Chairperson: The Chairperson is appointed by the president and serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the organization.

Length of Term: The length of term is one year at the discretion of the sitting president.

Duties/Procedures:

1. Create press releases and disseminate to media outlets in the specific regions, where FFLA Awardees reside.

2. Assist President with communications to membership, with raising community awareness and with advertising the annual conference through Facebook, Twitter and other social media. Highlight awareness of the conference with FLDOE, SCOLT and ACTFL

3. Take pictures at conference and submit to webmaster to post to website

4. Update Facebook page and post staff development and conference related information.

Staff Development Scholarship Committee

Purpose: To offer scholarship awards to foreign language teachers from k-16 institutions.for Staff Development scholarships to attendi the FFLA Conference or other

foreign language staff development in support of our members.

Number of members: Three members, appointed by the President

Chairperson: Member of Board of Directors, appointed annually

Length of Term: Appointed by the Board

Duties/Procedures

1. To determine scholarships available and the requirements for candidacy and advertise them on the website and in email blasts to the current membership

2. To collect and review applications for scholarships to attend staff development

3. To select the annual recipients of FFLA scholarships, notify the teachers and principals of the recipients.

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Scholar/Student of the Year Awards

The Florida Foreign Language Association, Inc. seeks applications from the best and brightest of elementary, middle, high school and college level foreign language scholars for its annual Scholar of the Year Award competition.

At each level, (elementary, middle, high and college) one award is presented.

There is an additional award for High School students called the Ambassador Award, which is presented to students who have studied at least 3 years of a second language and two years of a third language. At least one of these languages must have been studied formally in school in Florida.

AWARDS: (*awarded only if funds are available in the budget of FFLA, Inc.)All winners receive a certificate and a medalA check worth $500 will be awarded to one college/university winner $500 will be awarded to each of the high school winners (Ambassador and High School Scholar) $100 will be awarded to a middle school winners An item of up to $50 value will be awarded to an elementary school winner (Dictionary or software)

ELIGIBILITY: Students must be in their final year of college, high school, middle school or elementary school. Students must have studied a foreign language in a Florida school or university. Teachers who wish to nominate students must be FFLA members in good standing during the school

year at the time of the nomination and may nominate up to two students in each language.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:Students must submit the completed application as per the instructions on the Awards page on the FFLA website. The Awards page is embedded in the membership platform of the website and teachers must log in to their own page to access the full application packet. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.

High School applicants must submit the following: A complete application form A digital picture of the student (with the appropriate release form) A 50-word biography highlighting their success in foreign language study An official copy of the student’s transcript A letter of recommendation from the nominating foreign language teacher (for the Ambassador Award,

include a letter from each foreign language teacher) A 2-page, double-spaced, 12 pt. size font essay by the nominee in the foreign language on the topic:

“What Studying a Foreign Language Means to Me” (or in a 3 to 5-minute video or DVD format for ASL)

Verification of membership in clubs and/or honor societies, if applicable A completed photo/biography release form signed by your parents

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Middle School applicants must submit the following: A complete application form A digital picture of the student (with the appropriate release form) A 50-word biography highlighting their success in foreign language study An official copy of the student’s transcript A letter of recommendation from the nominating foreign language teacher A 2-page, double-spaced, 12 pt. size font essay by the nominee in English OR with the exception of

Latin students, a 1-page, double-spaced, 12 sized font essay in the target language (or in a 3 to 5-minute video or DVD format for ASL) on the topic: “What Studying a Foreign Language Means to Me”

Verification of membership in clubs and/or honor societies, if applicable A completed photo/biography release form signed by your parents

Elementary School applicants must submit the following: A complete application form A digital picture of the student (with the appropriate release form) A 50-word biography highlighting their success in foreign language study A letter of recommendation from the nominating foreign language teacher A portfolio containing 5 different samples of the student’s foreign language work (e.g. compositions,

audio-tapes, videotapes, drawings, projects, etc) A completed photo/biography release form signed by your parents

The completed application and all related materials must be submitted electronically by March 15th, as per instructions on the website.

TIMELINE for Awards

APPLICATIONS DUE: March 15th each year.

ANNOUNCEMENT: A check will be presented to the principal of each school to be awarded at an awards ceremony at the close of the school year, or as appropriately deemed by the local principal. (When all are notified, make sure that the Social Media Committee Chair notifies local media outlets and web media to publicize the awards.)

Best of FloridaThe Past-President will review conference evaluations during his/her presidency and name the Best of Florida nominee. S/he will present this name to the Board of Directors. SCOLT needs to be notified ASAP, due to their program and printing deadlines for the spring SCOLT conference.

Note: This nominee will receive up to $500.00 stipend (as funds are available and based on receipts presented) to attend the SCOLT Conference in the following Spring.

Professional Awards:

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Florida Teacher of the Year (TOY) Awards for Associated Leagues:

AFTJ Japanese Teacher of the Year (Presented during even years)CAF Latin Teacher of the YearAATF French Teacher of the YearAATSP Spanish Teacher of the YearFASLTA American Sign Language Teacher of the YearAATG German Teacher of the YearFCTA Chinese Teacher of the YearFWLCU College Foreign Language Instructor of the YearNNELL Early Language Learning Teacher of the Year

See the FFLA website for appropriate forms and procedures. Note that each Associated League President will be responsible for supplying the name and/or the plaque for its TOY recipient. Associated Leagues should also work with Grant Coordinator to support the FFLA grant basket raffle.

Teachers’ Hall of Fame

The Teachers’ Hall of Fame is a teacher recognition program whereby the Florida Foreign Language Association, Inc. (FFLA, Inc.) recognizes the accomplishments of our foreign language and ESOL educators at all levels of instruction. All foreign language and ESOL personnel – pre-service and in-service teachers, supervisors, coordinators, administrators, and university professionals – are encouraged to participate. Self nomination is also encouraged. All honorees are recognized and receive an invitation to attend the Teachers’ Hall of Fame celebration at the FFLA, Inc. conference

This award is two-fold:

1). The Most Valuable Teacher (MVT) level recognizes foreign language teachers who have experienced professional success in the past year. FFLA members can nominate colleagues and their good news will be shared with all FFLA members as MVT Honorees are recognized. It is expected that this recognition has been included and celebrated on the webpage or the Facebook page of FFLA by the appropriate Region Director. Select honorees will receive an invitation to be inducted into the Most Valuable Teacher program at the annual conference after being celebrated as MVT five times. Teachers who have been inducted in previous years to the former Teachers’ Hall of Fame are still eligible to be inducted as MVTs this year and in future years.

2). The Teachers’ Hall of Fame level will reflect what is traditionally considered a Hall of Fame. Induction to the Teachers’ Hall of Fame will be a once in a lifetime achievement. First, nominees must have been selected for membership in the Most Valuable Teacher program for a minimum of 5 times (induction into the HOF program in previous years will count towards this requirement).

SEE the website for application and updates.

NOTE: Accurate records will be maintained by the HOF Chair/Committee and passed on to the Recording Secretary, President and Webmaster for preservation and consistency. All expenses associated with the HOF need to be approved by both the President and Executive Director.

Teacher Mini-Grant Program

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This program is designed specifically for foreign language educators in Florida and is open only to members of FFLA, Inc. All applicants must be classroom teachers (Pre-K through College) in Florida public or private schools. The purpose of these grants is to enrich students' language experience through participation in creative and innovative projects. Preference will be given to projects that:

Promote literacy and world language skills Engage students in hands-on learning that integrates the 3 modes of communication and mirrors real world skills. Incorporate culture Support the promotion of foreign language study Involve parents, businesses and community members

Each teacher may submit only one grant application. THE COMPLETE GRANT APPLICATION IS AVAILABLE IN THE MEMBER PAGES OF THE WEBSITE

FFLA Teacher of the Year (TOY)

The national award is intended to elevate the status of our profession at the state, regional, and national levels by creating opportunities for recognizing the most accomplished members of our profession. First and foremost, this process is designed to involve all of our state, regional, and national organizations in promoting our profession. Second, it is intended to create as many media opportunities as possible to increase the visibility of the importance of learning languages and cultures to the general public. Successful candidates must be full-time educators who spend at least fifty-percent (50%) of their time in direct teaching during the year of application with an expectation of teaching during the next three (3) years at the K-12 level. Note: The Teacher of the Year receives up to $500.00 stipend for attendance at SCOLT in order to compete in the SCOLT TOY (the regional level of this award). THE APPLICATION FOR THIS AWARD IS ON THE ACTFL WEBSITE. http://www.actfl.org/about-the-american-council-the-teaching-foreign-languages/teacher-the-year-program

Teacher of Promise Award

The Teacher of Promise (TOP) is a program developed by FFLA, Inc to recognize the profession’s outstanding young teachers. These awards are designed for teachers who have completed their first, second, or third year of teaching and who show promise to be exceptional teachers and leaders in foreign language education. The Teacher of Promise awards are presented during the Closing Session of the FFLA conference.

Overview & Requirements Nominating teacher must be a current member of FFLA. Nominees must join FFLA to be eligible to receive this honor. There will be 4 divisions: elementary school, middle school, high school, and post-secondary Finalists may be selected from each of the 12 FFLA regions.

*SEE THE FFLA WEBSITE FOR THE APPLICATION

Wershow Award

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Members: Committee Chairperson is chosen from the Board of Directors at the discretion of the president. Committee members may include FFLA members who are not serving

on the Board of Directors. There should be a minimum of three committee members, including the chairperson.

Purpose: To award an FFLA member who has demonstrated leadership at the regional, state, and/or national level; served as a quality educator in

his/her own right; and promoted the teaching and learning of foreign languages and/or bilingual/bicultural education, and/or English as a Second Language.

HISTORY OF AWARD:

Each year the prestigious Irving Wershow Award for Excellence in Leadership in the profession is presented at the FFLA Conference in October to a member who has demonstrated leadership at the regional, state, and/or national level; served as a quality educator in his/her own right; and promoted the teaching and learning of foreign languages and/or bilingual/bicultural education, and/or English as a Second Language.

Professor Clemens L. Hallman from the University of Florida served as FFLA President in 1975-76 when the award was presented for the first time in October 1976 to Dr. Irving Wershow. At the time Dr. Wershow was too ill to attend the conference at the Carlton Hotel in Orlando, so the award was presented to him at his house. Dr. Irving Wershow was a distinguished professor of Spanish and Portuguese at the University of Florida from 1938-77. He was a graduate of Yale University and taught all levels at UF. He was a potent advocate of language proficiency for communicative purposes, and strongly emphasized the role that culture plays in foreign language study. As such, he was way ahead of his time. He was an eloquent spokesman for our profession and was in constant demand as a consultant and advisor to national education associations. While at the University of Florida, he established and directed the first NDEA efforts. Dr. Irving Wershow also served as the Director of the Center for Latin American Studies, established and directed the Center for African Studies and was also the Director of the Graduate Programs in Linguistics at the University of Florida. Probably of most significance for school teachers in Florida, was his dedication to assisting foreign language teachers at the elementary and secondary schools in Florida. He was a university scholar who was also a classroom teacher advocate. He was actively engaged in supporting and promoting FAATSP and FFLA. A considerable amount of the early efforts to establish the FFLA came from Dr. Wershow. He passed away in 1977.

Recipients of the Irving Wershow Award:

1976 Irving Wershow1977 Vivian Craig and Elizabeth Boone197819791980 Geraldine Hodges1981 Mary Johnson1982 Ernest Frechette1983 Marjorie Hudson1984 M. Phillip Leamon1985 Clemens Hallman1986 Ron Byrant1987 Rosita Martinez1988 Christa Kirby

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1989 Gabriel Valdes1990 Hal Rennert1991 Arnhilda Badia1992 Vilma Diaz1993 CarmineZinn1994 Ivy Mitchell1995 Doris Rodriguez (Orlando)1996 Carine Feyten (USF)1997 Teresita Bertot (Palm Beach County)1998 Karen Singh1999 Ernie Weiser(Palm Beach County)2000 Bea Pauls (Pasco)2001 David Gurney – (UCF)2002 Byron Pauls – (Berkley Preparatory School, Tampa)2003 Karen Verkler – (UCF)2004 Jane Govoni – (Saint Leo University)2005 Jan Kucerik – (Pinellas County) 2006 Livia Wein - (Pinellas County)2007 Sylvia Amaya (Pinellas County) 2008 Jacki Cinotti-Dirmann (Jacksonville)2009 Marcela VanOlphen (Tampa)2010 Betty Green (Daytona)2011 Linda Villadoniga (St. Johns County)2012 Linda Markley (Brevard County)2013 Gudrun Martyny (FFLA)2014 Pamela Benton (Pinellas County)

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