The North Bay International Studies Project
presents
A 2007 Summer Program for Teachers


A Multicultural Conference for K-12 Educators
KAPWA: You and I are One
Infusing Filipino and Filipino American Content in the Curriculum
Sonoma State University
June 15-16, 2007

        The North Bay International Studies Project (NBISP) is pleased to announce a two-day Conference on Filipino history and culture. Academic materials and tools will be provided for teachers to successfully integrate the Filipino American experience into their K-12 classes. The conference will include an evening performance (6/15/07) of Filipino dance and music. The Filipino American Curriculum will emphasize historical content, cultural connections, critical thinking, and community activism.

        The Filipino American Curriculum will emphasize ethnic pride, cultural connections, critical thinking, and community activism.

Topics:
  1. Filipino American Educational Issues
  2. Philippine History and Culture
  3. Colonialism and Revolution
  4. Filipino American History

Keynote Speaker:
        Father Alberto Alejo - Ateneo de Davao University

"KAPWA: You and I are One" Conference Agenda

Fee Structure:

Individual sessions registration:
  • Friday, June 15 (10 AM - 4 PM): All day program includes morning coffee/muffins and box lunch - $20
  • Friday, June 15 (7 PM - 9:30 PM): Performance and Keynote - $10
  • Saturday, June 16 (9 AM - 4 PM): All day program includes morning coffee/muffins and box lunch - $25
Special Rate for attending ALL sessions:
  • Early Registration: $40 for all sessions.
  • Onsite Registration: $50 for all sessions.
  • Student Registration: $10 per day.
  • Early Registration deadline: June 1, 2007.

Housing Information:

Homestay: E-mail Helen Serafino at filamcurconf@gmail.com

Local Hotels:

Doubletree Hotel - 707-584-5466
Best Western Inn Rohnert Park - 707-584-7435

SCOE Special Scholarships:

The Superintendent of Sonoma County, Carl Wong, is giving scholarships of $40 each to the first 12 teachers from Sonoma County schools who register for the Kapwa conference. Make sure you mark the check box on the application form if you are interested.

To Register:

Fill out and print the Registration form, then mail it in with your registration fee.
"KAPWA: You and I are One" Conference Registration Form

Send Registration Checks to:
North Bay International Studies Project
Sonoma State University
1801 E. Cotati Ave.
Rohnert Park, CA 94928

 Make Checks payable to: North Bay International Studies Project

        There is one SSU academic unit available for teachers who attend both days at an additional cost. Sign up for the unit on June 15, 2007.

Contact NBISP at Sonoma State University for further information.
Phone (707) 664-2409, or e-mail at filamcurconf@gmail.com.