Primary Source News 2007 - Primary Source

Executive Director Kathleen Ennis: K-12 Global Education Leader

On December 6, Kathleen Ennis, Executive Director of Primary Source, spoke about the importance of international education as part of the 2007 NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges) Conference at the Plaza Hotel in Boston. NEASC is an accrediting organization that leads schools through a self-evaluation process on a regular basis, to establish and maintain high standards throughout the region. This year's conference highlighted "Education for a Global Economy" and included Ms. Ennis in a panel presentation focusing on global studies in K-12 schools.

2008 Summer Institutes

Primary Source is pleased to announce our 2008 summer institutes.

Film Showing Celebrates Collaboration with Lowell Schools

On November 13, 2007, Primary Source hosted a special showing at the Waltham Embassy Theater of New Year Baby with director Socheata Poeuv, to celebrate a collaboration between the Lowell Public Schools and Primary Source.

First Annual Holiday Bazaar a Success

Primary Source was pleased to welcome more than 200 shoppers at our first annual Holiday Bazaar on Thursday, November 29.

Cape Verdean President Monteiro speaks at Primary Source

The first democratically elected president of Cape Verde, Antonio Mascarenhas Monteiro (1991-2001) launched the 2007-2008 Public Event series at Primary Source on October 17.

Barefoot Books and Primary Source Partner for Global Awareness

Primary Source is pleased to announce our partnership with Barefoot Books, whose beautifully illustrated children's books help families to learn about stories from around the world.

Ghana Vibes Poster at Primary Source

Holiday Bazaar to Benefit Primary Source

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On Thursday, November 29, from 4-7 p.m., Primary Source will host an exciting array of local and international vendors at our Holiday Bazaar.

Learning Chinese in Maine

Primary Source's "Learning Chinese in Maine" conference will jumpstart the efforts of many Maine school districts that have expressed interest in teaching Chinese.

Primary Source Hosts Xi'an Middle School English Teachers

As part of an ongoing exchange between local Boston area teachers and teachers in China, Primary Source hosted four English teachers from Xi'an Middle School in Shaanxi province to visit public schools in the greater Boston area this fall.