Sixten’s Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization with the mission to incorporate Conductive Education programs into public school systems throughout the United States. (www.sixten.org)
Working the with Prince George’s County Public School system in Prince George’s County, Maryland, the foundation has successfully completed a Conductive Education pilot program for a class of children with cerebral palsy during the 2008 – 2009 school year.
Prince George’s County Public Schools has notified us that it wishes to continue a Conductive Education program indefinitely, and a certified Conductive Education instructor is needed for the 2009 – 2010 school year. This is an as-of-yet unadvertised position, and we encourage qualified and interested conductors to contact us about the application procedure, job requirements, compensation package and relevant dates.
About the Prince George’s County Public School System
Prince George's County Public Schools in Maryland is the 2nd largest school district in the state of Maryland and 18th largest in the United States guiding more than 140,000 students. Pay is competitive and would be commensurate with experience. According to official Prince George’s County information, the current salaries are, for a 10 month teaching position and teacher with 10 years of experience with only a bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) would start at $54,863 with full benefits and retirement, bachelor's degree plus 30 would start at $57,446 and bachelor's plus 45 or masters would start at $60,143. With 20 years of experience a teachers with only a bachelor's would start at $58,148 with full benefits and retirement, bachelor's plus 30 would start at $76,826, and bachelor's plus 45 or masters would start at $80,436. Please note: candidates with far less than the 10 year experience example cited here are encouraged to apply. We have not heard of any minimum experience requirement with the proper certification.
Qualifications
Successful candidate must be a Conductive Education Teacher with a minimum of a four-year degree from a qualified Conductive Education educational program such as those offered by the Peto Institute in Budapest, University of Birmingham England or Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Under most situations, this Conductive Education accreditation will suffice as the “bachelor's degree” requirement in Special Education required by the State of Maryland in order to be hired and certified as a Conductive Education/Special Education Teacher. We can help clarify this further.
Additionally, In order to be certified, one must take and pass the Praxis I and Praxis II exams. Praxis exams are scheduled for July 25, 2009, so anyone interested will have to start registering for these exams as soon as possible! (We apologize for the short notice. News of the continuation of the program just reached us.)
Here is a link to information on the Praxis Exams. Exam registration and testing costs for qualified applicants will be reimbursed by Sixten’s Foundation, Inc. upon acceptance of the position by the candidate with Prince George’s County Public Schools.
http://www.education.umd.edu/EDSP/current/graduate/PraxisIIinfo09.html
For further information, contact Robert Kurz, President, Sixten’s Foundation, Inc. at 301.805.9406 or through bobbasses@aol.com.
Please pass this information along to anyone whom you feel might be interested.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Friday, May 8, 2009
READY! SET! GO! The Race is Tomorrow! Get Your T-Shirt!
Well everyone, tomorrow is the "Steps for Sixten" fun run and race at the National Harbor. The instructions for participating are in the posts below, but here are some things to remember:
1) If you don't know anyone running who you can sponsor and can't make it yourself, you can still donate to Sixten's Foundation through here or the PayPal button on this blog. Remember, Sixten's sponsorship sheet gets all of these donations, and we'd love to see him win by getting the most donations!
2) We have a very talented designer and volunteer working with us named Lorenzo d'Aubert. He designed the event flyers you may have seen, some other materials and the smashing t-shirt pictured in this post. If you recall, the t-shirts are available for free to anyone who raised $50 in sponsorships, but you can also buy one (or more!) for only $15 each. They are of terrific quality (Jerzees, Heavyweight blend, 50/50) and available in Adult S, M, L and XL and Child sizes S, M and L. You can send the money to PayPal, drop a check to the Sixten's Foundation mail address or just let Anna or Robert know you want one at 301.805.9406 or sixtensfoundation@gmail.com.
3) Anna and Robert will be at the race by about 7:15 a.m. Remember, this event is the Riverfront Revolution race, and "Steps for Sixten" is simply our group within it. Greg Taylor of Riverfront Revolution has very generously consented to allow us to share the race space with his group, but their registration area will have no information on Sixten's Foundation. Please call Anna's cell phone at 301.805.9406 if you need help locating us.
Finally, here are directions to National Harbor: http://www.nationalharbor.com/Directions.aspx
If you haven't registered yet, there's still time. Just go to http://www.riverfrontrevolution.com/register.html, and we'll see you there!
Friday, May 1, 2009
"60 Minutes" Segment Revisited
Sixten's Foundation was excited to learn that one of the producers of the original "60 Minutes" segment was interested in revisiting what has since taken place with Conductive Education.
Robert Kurz, president of Sixten's Foundation, Inc. and father of the our foundation's namesake Sixten, brought "60 Minutes" up to speed on Conductive Education. You can see an update here on the "60 Minutes" Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/60minutes. For the time being, this is what CBS has immediately planned regarding this story, be continue to be hopeful and appreciative of any such coverage that we receive.
The original story aired in 2004 and can be seen here: http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2004/02/24/60II/main601944.shtml
Robert Kurz, president of Sixten's Foundation, Inc. and father of the our foundation's namesake Sixten, brought "60 Minutes" up to speed on Conductive Education. You can see an update here on the "60 Minutes" Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/60minutes. For the time being, this is what CBS has immediately planned regarding this story, be continue to be hopeful and appreciative of any such coverage that we receive.
The original story aired in 2004 and can be seen here: http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2004/02/24/60II/main601944.shtml
"Steps for Sixten Sponsor Forms Now Available!"
For all of you interested in running (or walking!) with us on May 8 for "Steps for Sixten," the sponsorship form you will need now available. Just click here and print the form so you can go find your sponsors (black and white is OK, and it's two pages).
Remember, registration itself is through Riverfront Revolution here, but it is up to us to keep track of the individual friends, families, co-workers, loved ones, significant others and businesses with the forms here.
Please e-mail us at sixtensfoundation@gmail.com if you have any questions. And remember, if you can't join us or find someone to sponsor, we welcome your donation through PayPal here.
Thank you again, and we look forward to seeing you in body (or at least spirit!) on May 8 at the National Harbor!
Remember, registration itself is through Riverfront Revolution here, but it is up to us to keep track of the individual friends, families, co-workers, loved ones, significant others and businesses with the forms here.
Please e-mail us at sixtensfoundation@gmail.com if you have any questions. And remember, if you can't join us or find someone to sponsor, we welcome your donation through PayPal here.
Thank you again, and we look forward to seeing you in body (or at least spirit!) on May 8 at the National Harbor!
Monday, April 20, 2009
“Steps for Sixten” … A Clarification
Sixten’s Foundation is delighted with remarkable response we’ve received from everyone looking to support us through our “Steps for Sixten” fun run and race scheduled for May 9 at the National Harbor. We wanted to take a moment, however, to clarify some details related to the event.
Some of the initial promotional materials may have given the impression that “Steps for Sixten” was a part of the Riverfront Revolution 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run, and Health & Wellnessfest event. This is NOT accurate. “Steps for Sixten” participants will simply be participating in the planned Riverfront Revolution event at National Harbor as part of our fundraiser initiative. You are still required to register through www.RiverfrontRevolution.com, but Sixten’s Foundation and Steps for Sixten is not in any way affiliated with the Riverfront Revolution event.
So wear your Sixten’s Foundation or “Steps for Sixten” t-shirts hats and buttons if you have them, get your sponsors signed up beforehand, and we’ll see you on May 9 at the National Harbor. Remember, this is the Riverfront Revolution event, and Mr. Greg Taylor of that organization has kindly allowed us to walk or run with his Riverfront Revolution participants.
Thanks!
Some of the initial promotional materials may have given the impression that “Steps for Sixten” was a part of the Riverfront Revolution 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run, and Health & Wellnessfest event. This is NOT accurate. “Steps for Sixten” participants will simply be participating in the planned Riverfront Revolution event at National Harbor as part of our fundraiser initiative. You are still required to register through www.RiverfrontRevolution.com, but Sixten’s Foundation and Steps for Sixten is not in any way affiliated with the Riverfront Revolution event.
So wear your Sixten’s Foundation or “Steps for Sixten” t-shirts hats and buttons if you have them, get your sponsors signed up beforehand, and we’ll see you on May 9 at the National Harbor. Remember, this is the Riverfront Revolution event, and Mr. Greg Taylor of that organization has kindly allowed us to walk or run with his Riverfront Revolution participants.
Thanks!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Steps for Sixten! The Run and Walk for Everyone
Support Sixten’s Foundation (www.sixten.org) on Saturday, May 9th at a 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run or Walk at the New National Harbor.
Take steps for children like Sixten who can’t take steps for themselves, and help us to raise money for this important organization. Sixten’s Foundation, Inc. is committed to providing Conductive Education programs in public schools for children with cerebral palsy and similar neuromuscular conditions. These children cannot do it on their own, and neither can we, without your help.
If you are a runner, great! If you’re not, don’t be intimidated. All levels are welcomed, and even a 1 Mile stroll (with strollers!) will help us realize our goals.
Here is what you need to know:
What: The main sponsor of the race is the Inaugural Riverfront Revolution 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run, and Health & Wellnessfest at the New National Harbor. Please register for the Inaugural Riverfront Revolution event here: http://www.riverfrontrevolution.com/register.html. The Riverfront Revolution is graciously allowing Sixten’s Foundation to share its “track” with those taking “Steps of Sixten.” You can obtain your Sixten’s Foundation pledge form at www.Sixten.org. Ask your friends, family and co-workers to sponsor you per mile, kilometer or a flat amount when you complete the race.
When: Saturday May 9th, 2009.
Start time: Registration begins at 7:00am. 10K/5K start at 8:00am, 1 Mile Run starts at 8:15am. The wellness expo, music, and farmers market will follow.
Starting Location: Blocks from National Harbor Waterfront St. and Gaylord Hotel. Here are directions. http://www.nationalharbor.com/Directions.aspx
Sponsorship Gifts!
Raise $50.00 for Sixten’s Foundation, and receive a terrific “Steps for Sixten” t-shirt! (It’s cooler looking than it sounds.)
Raise $200.00 for Sixten’s Foundation and receive a Sixten’s Foundation runner’s cap. (Although after this we’ll never ask you to run again, so you can use it for any other non-running purpose you’d like.)
Raise $500.00 for Sixten’s Foundation and receive the t-shirt, runner’s cap and a remarkable, home-cooked Swedish three-course dinner at the home of Anna Helm and Robert Kurz, the founders of Sixten’s Foundation. And yes, Sixten himself will be there!
For further information, or if you have questions, call 301.805.9406 or e-mail Robert and Anna at sixtensfoundation@gmail.com.
Thank you, and see you there on May 9th!
Take steps for children like Sixten who can’t take steps for themselves, and help us to raise money for this important organization. Sixten’s Foundation, Inc. is committed to providing Conductive Education programs in public schools for children with cerebral palsy and similar neuromuscular conditions. These children cannot do it on their own, and neither can we, without your help.
If you are a runner, great! If you’re not, don’t be intimidated. All levels are welcomed, and even a 1 Mile stroll (with strollers!) will help us realize our goals.
Here is what you need to know:
What: The main sponsor of the race is the Inaugural Riverfront Revolution 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run, and Health & Wellnessfest at the New National Harbor. Please register for the Inaugural Riverfront Revolution event here: http://www.riverfrontrevolution.com/register.html. The Riverfront Revolution is graciously allowing Sixten’s Foundation to share its “track” with those taking “Steps of Sixten.” You can obtain your Sixten’s Foundation pledge form at www.Sixten.org. Ask your friends, family and co-workers to sponsor you per mile, kilometer or a flat amount when you complete the race.
When: Saturday May 9th, 2009.
Start time: Registration begins at 7:00am. 10K/5K start at 8:00am, 1 Mile Run starts at 8:15am. The wellness expo, music, and farmers market will follow.
Starting Location: Blocks from National Harbor Waterfront St. and Gaylord Hotel. Here are directions. http://www.nationalharbor.com/Directions.aspx
Sponsorship Gifts!
Raise $50.00 for Sixten’s Foundation, and receive a terrific “Steps for Sixten” t-shirt! (It’s cooler looking than it sounds.)
Raise $200.00 for Sixten’s Foundation and receive a Sixten’s Foundation runner’s cap. (Although after this we’ll never ask you to run again, so you can use it for any other non-running purpose you’d like.)
Raise $500.00 for Sixten’s Foundation and receive the t-shirt, runner’s cap and a remarkable, home-cooked Swedish three-course dinner at the home of Anna Helm and Robert Kurz, the founders of Sixten’s Foundation. And yes, Sixten himself will be there!
For further information, or if you have questions, call 301.805.9406 or e-mail Robert and Anna at sixtensfoundation@gmail.com.
Thank you, and see you there on May 9th!
Monday, March 30, 2009
"Sparklers for Sixten" Success!
On Friday, March 27, Anna Helm Kurz (Sixten’s Mom!) hosted a Sixten’s Foundation jewelry party showcasing Lia Sophia jewelry. This special fundraising event was to raise money for Sixten's Foundation.
As many of you know, we are now facing the completion of the pilot program for Conductive Education within the Prince George’s County Public School District, and the need for continued funding is critical to our long-term success. “Sparklers for Sixten” is just one of several fundraisers we have planned in the near term. We realize the economy is tight for many of you, that is why we are committed to developing fun, interesting or healthy events. Please read the next post about “Steps for Sixten,” and start stretching those legs!
Again, we appreciate the generosity of Lia Sophia consultant Krissy Sample. We sold over $1500 worth of beautiful, quality, contemporary jewelry and Sixten's Foundation receives a percentage of each sale! And don’t worry if you didn’t make it to the party, you can always order your jewelry directly from Krissy's Lia Sophia website and participate in the fund-raiser through April 1 by visiting: http://www.liasophia.com/sites/ksample. The foundation will still receive a percentage, and you will look fabulous! (You may have to copy and paste the link into your browser to get directed to the website.)
Here are the specials available to you!
Buy two items at the regular price and get your third most expensive item for half price. In addition, you can receive up to three items at half off. Essentially, buy two items and get up to four items at half price (your two least expensive items are the full price items).
Thank you again everyone, and we look forward to speaking with you soon!
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