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BENEDICT COLLEGE OBSERVES AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK

November 13, 2006

(Sunday Nov. 12th -Saturday, Nov. 18th)

Local educator and motivational speaker Edward Hill to speak at College

WHO:             Edward L. Hill, Jr., Coordinator for the Richland School District One African-American Male Emergent Leaders Program at Olympia Learning Center

WHAT:           Teacher Education Induction Program 

WHEN:           11 A.M., Tuesday, Nov. 18th

WHERE:        Antisdel Chapel

Former Benedict College educator and renowned motivational speaker 

Edward L. Hill Jr. will deliver an inspirational message at the annual Teacher Education Induction Program, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18 in the historic Antisdel Chapel.

During the Induction Program, students who have met specific criteria will officially be inducted into the Teacher Education Program and others will be recognized for their contributions to advancing education in this nation.

This year's American Education Week theme, "Great Public Schools: A Basic Right and Responsibility, highlights the importance of bringing together educators, school staff, parents, students, and communities in a unified effort to build great public schools. The theme also reflects the National Education Association's vision of calling upon America to provide students with quality public schools so that they can grow, prosper, and achieve in the 21st century.

"Since our work in the Benedict College Teacher Education Program is focused on preparing teachers to serve in public schools, this year's theme is a great fit," said Dr. Janeen Witty, dean for the School of Education.

In observance of American Education Week (AEW) and addressing a crowd of students aspiring to become teachers, Mr. Hill who has a reputation for connecting with the younger generation, has carved out a career path focused on helping African- American males reach their fullest potential. Founder of the school-based program called D.AD.S or Developing A Demonstrating Society he is an advocate for the establishment of programs that engage fathers in the education of their children.

            Currently, Mr. Hill is coordinator for the African American Male Emergent Leaders Program at Olympia Learning Center. In this role, he works with challenged African-American males in grades 4-6, preparing them academically and socially to become strong men who contribute to society.  Former program director for the Call Me Mister Program at Benedict, Mr. Hill has helped to shape the teaching careers of male students during his tenure.

Furthermore, Mr. Hill is a proven leader and exceptional motivational speaker.  The cities of Barber Scotia, North Carolina, and Memphis, Tennessee have bestowed him with the key to the city for his moving and empowering presentation and lecture of "Then We Came to Memphis".

 As a former teacher in Richland School District Two, Mr. Hill received
many awards and commendations.  He was selected as Teacher of the Year
1999-2000, and was one of the top ten finalists for the National Teacher Excellence Award, sponsored by Chevrolet. He was voted by the State as one of the Top Ten Role Models and Leaders of the Future, 1999. He was recognized as a top ten finalist for the Disney's Teacher Award of Excellence 2005.

He has worked with the TRIO Program at the University of South Carolina for the past six years, as an Upward Bound Drama Instructor.  During his tenure as a dedicated and empowering Upward Bound Instructor Mr. Hill was voted by students as the Teacher of the Year in the years of 1999, 2002 and 2004.  In addition, he has been honored three times as South Carolina's Brother of the Year from Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated.

A native of Columbia, South Carolina, Hill received his
educational foundation in Richland School District Two.  He furthered his
educational career at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia and received a
Bachelors of Arts in Early Childhood Development.  Continuous studies and research was done at Columbia College, where he earned his Masters
 of Education. 

He is married to the former Chanda Preacher.  They have a son Justice
Jeremiah Hill and a daughter Autumn-Grace Modest Hill.

Benedict College

 School of Education Celebrates

American Education Week 2006

Theme: Great Public Schools: A Basic Right and Our Responsibility

November 12-18

Monday, November 13^th

            An Apple for the Teacher

Collaborating schools in Richland County School District One will be presented with a gift basket filled with apples. The baskets will be personally delivered to the schools by Benedict College, School of Education faculty, staff and students.

Tuesday, November 14^th

            Teacher Education Induction Program

            Everyone is invited to attend this celebratory event.

            11:00am           Antisdel Chapel

            Speaker-          Mr. Edward Hill, Teacher, Olympia Learning Center,

                                    Richland County School District One

Wednesday, November 15^th

            Share a Book with a Child

Five year old students will be on campus to spend time with Benedict College, School of Education faculty, staff, and students. Story time, a tour of the campus, and a book will be presented to each child in attendance.

Thursday, November 16^th

             Annual Teacher Education Career Day

            9:30 - 11:00 am            School Districts on Showcase

                                                All Teacher Education Majors

                                                Antisdel Chapel

            11:15 am-12:15 pm      Special Senior Session for December and May Teacher                                                                        Education Graduating Seniors

                                                Swinton Campus Center

            1:15 pm - 3:00 pm        Education Career Fair

                                                (Sponsored by the Office of Career Services for all students `                                                    interested in careers in education)

                                                Swinton Campus Center

Friday, November 17^th

            American Education Week Celebratory Breakfast

            This event is open to Education Majors only.

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