AIBL will recognize

National Education Week (November 18, 2023,

at the LaPrade Library in Chesterfield, VA)

National Education Week was first observed in 1921, to address the shortcomings of the American education system that had resulted in a startlingly high rate of illiteracy in the country—nearly 6%!

Ever since, the week preceding Thanksgiving has been earmarked as National Education Week to spark awareness, curiosity, and excitement for learning. The goal is to shine an extra light on education during this week while celebrating education's vital place in our society.

The AIBL team will recognize National Education Week emphasizing biblical literacy.

“I’ll make each conqueror (overcomer) a pillar in the sanctuary of my God, a permanent position of honor. Then I’ll write names on you, the pillars: the Name of my God, the Name of God’s City—the new Jerusalem coming down out of Heaven—and my new Name."(Revelation 3:12)

Free Registration and Lunch

(All are welcome! Bring a teacher!!!)

Students:

Enter the AIBL Speech and Bible Bowl Contest

Topic: "God's Pillars-in-the-Making:

Learning to Stand for God's Word!"

(1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Winners-$100 Prize for the Top Winner)

(Deadline for entry: November 16, 2023)

(Ages 10-18)

(For details, email wilmaforeman@yahoo.com.)

What is real teaching?

Real teaching means aiming to gain understanding, not just acquiring knowledge. Teaching is not about theorems, laws, and facts; it is about the wisdom to understand concepts and principles and to be able to differentiate between right and wrong or the true and the false.

Teaching is Still

 a Special Calling!

"Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly."-Berean Standard Bible

In the Words of a Teacher:

"When I happened to be concerned about issues of discipline, motivation, or student needs, the answers came to me. So, the "right way" to prepare lessons is to cogitate over them in terms of student and classroom needs in order to open the door to inspiration...That is what is different about being a teacher versus being a stockbroker or a plumber. I believe that teaching is a higher calling and, as such, is entitled to extra help. Where that help comes from is for you to decide. Take it for what it is worth religiously, ethically, morally, and spiritually, but that help is real." -Ben Johnson (Edutopia, 2008)



Teachers

Teachers proudly stand in front of the class

With knowledge and influence

en masse;

Igniting a flame in curious minds

Proficiently as the lessons unwind.

Teaching,

a calling that burns deep inside

To instruct thirsty, inquisitive minds.

Installing passion that leads to success.

Inspiring pupils to give of their best.

Encouraging scholars' creative gifts,

Praising, applauding whatever it is.



Those who are taught well live well, get ahead.

Blessed are the teachers; it has to be said.

It doesn't go unnoticed, the work involved,

Developing great people to evolve.

All humble, nurturing teachers out there,

Thank you all for your compassionate care.

Those who go on to find their hopes and dreams,

Remember the teachers who cast the beams.

Beryl L Edmonds. "Teachers." Family Friend Poems, August 1, 2020. https://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poem/teachers-3

For Open Discussion at the next AIBL meeting on Saturday, November 18, 2023:

• Why are the pillars crumbling in American society?

• How are educators the pillars of any strong society?

• Can today's educators still emerge as "Pillars of Victory?" (Revelation 3:12)

• What is the biblical view on the responsibilities of classroom teachers?

• What are educators learning from experience?

• Can biblical principles strengthen American society?



"Teaching is not a service, profession or a job. It is a pillar of the society." ~ Author Unknown



Pray for our Educators!

• Pray for peace during meetings.
• Pray to strengthen teacher relationships.
• Pray for patience while instructing children.
• Pray for wisdom in choosing curricula.
• Pray for encouragement during a crisis.
• Pray for guidance during discipline.
• Pray for understanding in His Word.
• Pray for courage instead of fear.
• Pray for protection and safety in school. 

AIBL Plans to

Recognize National Education Week (November 18, 2023, at the LaPrade Library in Chesterfield, VA),

National Education Week was first observed in 1921, with the stipulated aim of addressing the shortcomings of the American education system that had resulted in a startlingly high rate of illiteracy in the country—nearly 6%!

Ever since, the week preceding Thanksgiving has been earmarked as National Education Week to spark awareness, curiosity, and excitement for learning. The goal is to shine an extra light on education during this week while celebrating education's vital place in our society. The AIBL Team will recognize National Education Week emphasizing biblical literacy.

Academic Initiatives for Biblical Literacy

[AIBL]

[4160 Round Hill Drive-Chesterfield, VA 23832]

(Phone 804-300-6200 Email: wilmaforeman@yahoo.com)

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