Kirkland Holmes--Gloria [Education Faculty]

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1 Conference goes virtual in tenth year
Northern Iowan 117:32, p.2 		The tenth annual African American Children and Families conference is held over Zoom; photo.
2 12th annual Read-In comes to UNI
Northern Iowan 114:39, p.2 		The African American Read-In event exposes children and adults to African-American authors and illustrators who are not often talked about in literature. The article talks about the importance of the event and how every year it reaches more and more people; photo.
3 UNI Media Opportunity: UNI to host Zulu and Collier for African-American Read-in
Public Relations News Release 2014:181, p.1 		The ninth annual African-American Read-In is on February 19, in Rod Library and Maucker Union Ballrooms A, B and C.
4 UNI to host Conference on African-American Children and Families
Public Relations News Release 2014:163, p.1 		This is UNI's fourth year hosting the event that will take place in the Schindler Education Center (SEC) on February 20. This event is free and open to the public.
5 Annual read-in brings familiar face to UNI
Northern Iowan 110:41, p.4 		UNI hosted its eight annual African-American Read-In. Children from the Cedar Valley met the friendly Sesame Street cast members and were exposed to many different books and illustrations from African-American authors; photo.
6 Sesame Street's Elmo to visit UNI's eighth African-American Read-In
Public Relations News Release 2013:185, p.1 		UNI will host their eighth annual African-American Read-In. Children from the Cedar Valley will be reading books and learning more about African-American culture. There will even be a guest appearance from Sesame Street's Elmo.
7 UNI event aims to empower African-America community
Public Relations News Release 2013:183, p.1 		UNI will host the third annual Conference on African-American Children and Families. The conference looks to educate those in attendance on diversity. There will be several breakout sessions and a keynote speaker, Janice Hale.
8 UNI to help girls become shining stars
Public Relations News Release 2011:298, p.1 		Camp is open to girsl from the Waterloo and Cedar Falls area. Motivational speakers will encourage girls to plan for their future. The girls will learn skills in dance, theatre, music, languages, and poetry.
9 UNI hosts annual African-American Read-In
Northern Iowan 107:41, p.5 		First graders from Price Lab and Waterloo schools packed the Maucker Union Ballroom to learn about African-American history. Over 425 students attended; photo.
10 Annual African-American Read-In to feature celebrity readers, storyteller.
Public Relations News Release 2010:233, p.1 		The event focuses on sharing African-American books by African-American authors and illustrators.
11 Panther Portraits
Northern Iowan 105:37, p.2 		Scenes from the African American Read-In and the Graduate Faculty Brown Bag Lecture Series; photo.
12 Fire safety how-tos
Public Relations News Release 2002:341, p.1 		Safety tips in case of a fire will be offered.
13 UNI faculty and students contribute to American Education Week
Public Relations News Release 2002:259, p.1 		Faculty and students participated in events at various schools to commemorate American Education Week.
14 UNI to celebrate American Education Week
Public Relations News Release 2002:204, p.1 		"Making Public Schools Great For Every Child" will be the theme for American Education Week, November 17-23.
15 Deciding on a daycare
Public Relations News Release 0:490, p.1 		Tips for finding the right childcare facility.
16 Kill the germs, keep the kids
Public Relations News Release 2001:485, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes has found a connection between those children who have good hand-washing techniques and also reduced absenteeism.
17 Dr. Gloria Kirkland Holmes
Campus News Network 11:13, p.5 		Gloria Kirkland Holmes has published a teaching unit on the internet.
18 Rap and reading
Public Relations News Release 2000:195, p.3 		Rap music is being used to help children learn to read.
19 Gloria Holmes
Campus News Network 11:9, p. 		Gloria Holmes had an article in the Waterloo Courier.
20 Gloria Holmes
Campus News Network 11:9, p. 		Gloria Holmes presented at schools for American Education Week.
21 Gloria Holmes
Campus News Network 11:9, p. 		Gloria Holmes is doing a children's radio show on KBBG.
22 Rap can have positive effect on children's learning
Public Relations News Release 2000:288, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland Holmes comments on how rap, used in a positive way, creates the rhythmic patterns or beats that help children learn and retain knowledge.
23 Dr. Gloria Holmes
Campus News Network 11:6, p. 		Gloria Holmes completed education service for the Waterloo district.
24 Dr. Gloria Holmes
Campus News Network 11:6, p. 		Gloria Holmes published a book entitled "Read Rap".
25 Gloria Kirkland-Holmes and Kathryn Guzman
Campus News Network 10:21, p. 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes and Kathryn Guzman presented at the 5th Annual Iowa African-American Women's Conference.
26 Gloria Kirkland Holmes
Campus News Network 10:17, p. 		Gloria Kirkland Holmes and Kathryn Guzman presented paper at the 5th Annual Iowa African-American Women's Conference in Waterloo.
27 University of Northern Iowa to offer credit workshop on "African-American Children & Families" Nov. 6 & 13
Public Relations News Release 1999:114, p.1 		Professor Gloria Kirkland Holmes will teach a workshop on strengthening school performance and life goals of African-American families.
28 Using rap to teach reading
Public Relations News Release 1998:146, p.1 		UNI professor of curriculum and instruction Gloria Kirkland-Holmes discusses using rap music to teach reading to young children.
29 Used in a positive way, rap can have a very positive effect on children's learning
Public Relations News Release 1998:109, p.1 		Rap music can be used to help students having trouble with other academic subjects.
30 UNI's Price Lab School traveling bears come home
Public Relations News Release 1997:321, p.1 		Students in Gloria Kirkland-Holmes's kindergarten class send a number of teddy bears around the world every year.
31 Story title
Public Relations News Release 1997:154, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland Holmes introduces a "traveling bears" project at Price Laboratory Schools to teach geography and other social studies skills.
32 Good hand washing, personal hygiene techniques important at young age
Public Relations News Release 1997:25, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland Holmes recognizes the benefits of teaching children good personal hygiene techniques.
33 Many children are "home alone" in latch-key homes
Public Relations News Release 1996:84, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes talks about "latch-key" children. The lack of before and after school care in some communities, combined with what some parents see as unaffordable care, contributes to increasing numbers of children in this role.
34 How to help children deal with death
Public Relations News Release 1995:477, p.1 		Adults need to help children deal with loss, and not deny it happened.
35 Convenience vs. Quality
Public Relations News Release 1995:271, p.1 		Curriculum should be the deciding factor when choosing a preschool or nursery school program.
36 Convenience should not override other factors in choosing a preschool for children, says University of Northern Iowa early childhood educator.
Public Relations News Release 1995:246, p.1 		The curriculum is the place to start in choosing a preschool for your child, according to UNI professor.
37 Now is time to get kids ready for back to school
Public Relations News Release 1994:18, p.1 		Start preparing children for the school routine, by sending them to bed at the normal school time. Practice getting up, having breakfast, and getting ready for school.
38 Summer safety for kids.
Public Relations News Release 0:612, p.1 		Kids should be wary of all strangers.
39 Summer safety tips for children include staying clear of strangers
Public Relations News Release 0:609, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes alerts parents about the danger of strangers for young children especially during the summer months.
40 University of Northern Iowa, Hawkeye to offer 'Family Literature and Literacy Workshop'.
Public Relations News Release 1993:267, p.1 		UNI and HCC will co-sponsor workshop dealing with literature and literacy.
41 Alumni, friends of Price Lab School to gather November 19
Public Relations News Release 1993:184, p.1 		John Tarr to be the guest speaker at Price Lab School gathering.
42 Media Advisory
Public Relations News Release 1993:169, p.1 		Price Laboratory School students will be sending off their traveling bears from the Cedar Falls Post Office November 5. Each bear has a backpack with a travel diary for notes from those who keep it moving from location to location.
43 First month back to school jitters can be calmed for your children
Public Relations News Release 1991:774, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes says parents and teachers can work together to relieve some of the anxiety of returning or first time students.
44 Now is the time to get kids ready for back to school
Public Relations News Release 1991:774, p.1 		Adjusting bedtime schedules before school starts is difficult, but necessary according to Gloria Kirkland-Holmes. Ann Vernon warns parents not to give in to the misbehaviior or manipulation of their children.
45 Show and telling their way out of their shells.
Public Relations News Release 1991:706, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes states that show and tell is one of the most effective ways for children to overcome shyness.
46 Show and tell or sharing should be everyday experience for youn children
Public Relations News Release 1991:704, p.1 		Preschool and early childhood programs should provide opportunities for sharing on a daily basis.
47 House-hunting for those little nippers.
Public Relations News Release 1991:471, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes says the preschool atmosphere should be unpressured, with no frustrating or overly difficult tasks for children to perform.
48 Tips for what to look for in a preschool offered by University of Northern Iowa Early Childhood educator
Public Relations News Release 1991:353, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes shares important items to consider when choosing a preschool.
49 Suggestions for handling the youngster who doesn't want to go to school
Public Relations News Release 1991:32, p.1 		Elementary school children need to understand that school attendance is a responsibility. Parents should inquire why the student does not want to go to school, so that they might be able to solve any problems.
50 Parental notice: School days ahead--How to get your kid prepared.
Public Relations News Release 1990:704, p.1 		Parents need to establish a normal school routine two weeks prior to classes starting.
51 Discussing conflict can help children resolve problems more easily
Public Relations News Release 1990:227, p.1 		Discussion of conflict at home and at school may help children learn problem-solving skills.
52 Encourage the "Spirit of Giving" in your child
Public Relations News Release 1990:225, p.1 		Holidays provide an opportunity to instill the spirit of giving in children by parents and teachers.
53 A mysterious and tragic disease--sudden infant death syndrome
Public Relations News Release 1990:133, p.1 		Little information is available about sudden infant death syndrome.
54 First month back to school jitters can be calmed for young children
Public Relations News Release 1990:21, p.1 		Tensions and anxiety of first time students can be decreased by parents and teachers
55 Many kids are singin' the back to school blues
Public Relations News Release 1990:10, p.1 		The first week of school does not need to be traumatic; children react to parents' apprehension.
56 Northern Iowa faculty on cutting edge of elementary education projects
Northern Iowa Today 18:1, p.2 		Outline of several special projects on campus.
57 Helping at risk children through Project PEACE
Public Relations News Release 1989:329, p.1 		Professor Gloria Kirkland Holmes develops the Parent Education and Child Enrichment program. The program was created to halt developmental problems in young children that may hinder their performance in school at a later age.
58 Project MATCH helps to raise self-esteem
Northern Iowan 86:22, p.17 		Professor Kirkland-Holmes talks about the project.
59 Project MATCH helps Waterloo elementary students.
Public Relations News Release 1989:236, p.1 		Twenty-six black male students participate in self-esteem building activities, and are paired with adult male role models for education and fun outside of school.
60 Waterloo elementary students gain skills, self-esteem in cultural enrichment program, created by University of Northern Iowa regents' center.
Public Relations News Release 1989:236, p.1 		The Cultural Enrichment Program, otherwise known as Project MATCH underway at Roosevelt Elementary school in Waterloo already has changed the attitudes of 26 boys.
61 New program developed by Regents' center at University of Northern Iowa targets Waterloo at-risk children from birth through age three.
Public Relations News Release 1989:226, p.1 		Children and their parents will participate in activities designed to help them in several areas: cognitive, physical, social, nutrition, stimulation and stimulation. The project will also provide a full range of support services to participating families
62 Why are most black males failing by the third grade?
Public Relations News Release 1989:217, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes, is working with 26 black males at Roosevelt Elementary School in Waterloo. She says the program, called Models and Teachers Can Help provides students with a role model, special tutoring, and activities to build self-confidence.
63 The back to school blues -- helping a kid who doesn't want to go.
Public Relations News Release 1989:10, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes says parent shouldn't let their children know that they have fears about sending them to school, and says a child's first day is usually the hardest.
64 University of Northern Iowa professor of education offers tips on smoothing the "back to school" transition for your child.
Public Relations News Release 1989:11, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes suggests that you talk to your child about expectations for school, familiarize the child with the school building and grounds, and make sure the child has needed supplies.
65 University of Northern Iowa to offer two courses at Price Lab school in Cedar Rapids.
Public Relations News Release 1988:504, p.1 		"Workshop: General Mathematics" and "Workshop: Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum for Preschoolers and Kindergarteners" will both be offered for three semester hours of credit.
66 School day coping with the 'I don't want to go' syndome.
Public Relations News Release 1988:11, p.1 		Gloria Kirkland-Holmes says there are ways to help children adjust to getting back in the school routine.
67 Northern Iowa to offer seven education courses at Price Laboratory School.
Public Relations News Release 1988:414, p.1 		Price Laboratory School will be the site of seven graduate and undergraduate education courses offered this summer by the University of Northern Iowa.
68 Four-year-olds could be in Iowa public schools by 1990
Public Relations News Release 1987:205, p.1 		Professor Gloria Holmes speaks on the Board of Education's plans to integrate four-year-olds to public school curriculum.
69 If four-year-olds enter the public schools, they can't be kept behind a desk, says Northern Iowa professor
Public Relations News Release 1987:192, p.1 		Professor Gloria Kirkland discusses the Board of Education's plans to include four-year-olds in school curriculums. The Price Laboratory School's experimental pre-kindergarten programs of the 1960s is used as a model for the new curriculum.
70 Price Lab summer school registration to be held April 21
Public Relations News Release 1987:324, p.1 		Caretakers of students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade at Price Lab School begin registering for summer classes. Instructors organized programs on island life, transportation, archaeology, music, art, language arts, and self-confidence.
71 Price Lab summer school registration to be April 22
Public Relations News Release 1986:357, p.1 		Registration will begin for the six-week summer session held for elementary students in grades pre-kindergarten through sixth; children must be four years old at minimum.
72 Forensics team takes second
Northern Iowan 81:40, p.9 		A look at recent competition and winners; photo.
73 Conference to be held
Northern Iowan 80:8, p.4 		Conference on black families will include UNI faculty.
74 NBCDI opens chapter
Northern Iowan 79:22, p.7 		National Black Child Development Institute group organizes.
75 Lab School studies election process; meets candidates
Northern Iowan 79:15, p.4 		Gloria Kirkland talks about the PLS program.
76 Beginning reading conference to be held Friday April 10 at UNI
Public Relations News Release 1980:480, p.1 		UNI will host, The Beginning Reading Conference, with guest speaker Professor Margaret Early of Syracuse University.
77 Syracuse University professor to speak at UNI reading conference
Public Relations News Release 1980:433, p.1 		The associate dean of Syracuse University, Professor Margaret Early, will speak at the UNI Reading Conference.
78 UNI professor Kirkland involved in organizing local institute for black children
Public Relations News Release 1980:427, p.1 		Professor Gloria Kirkland is working to organize a local affiliate chapter of the National Black Child Development Institute.
79 UNI Price Lab students discuss 'beauty' during black history month
Public Relations News Release 1980:379, p.1 		Professor Gloria Kirkland teaches her children about beauty during Black History Month.
80 Makeup 'is pretty'
Public Relations News Release 1980:378, p.1 		Chaunetta Holt applies makeup during her class's unit on beauty. Cutline
81 Trying on another culture
Public Relations News Release 1980:378, p.1 		Students of Price Lab School try on clothing form other cultures. Cutline
82 Jackson honored at UNI biomedical project dinner
Public Relations News Release 1980:356, p.1 		Local principal Michael Jackson was honored recently for his "motivation and recruitment" of students in the biomedical field.
83 Justice, equality for al students, parents
Alumnus 65:2, p.22 		Profile of Professor Gloria Kirkland; photo.