Sunday, January 31, 2016

Presidential Candidates Make Their Case in Iowa

The Road to Election 2016 starts Tuesday with the Iowa Caucuses!



 VOANews: Presidential Candidates Make Their Case in Iowa

Two days before Iowa holds the first contests of the 2016 presidential campaign, candidates held events around the Midwestern state, telling voters why they should caucus for them on Monday night.

USCIS 100:27. In what month do we vote for President?*

 ▪ November
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Saturday, January 30, 2016

Gilroy Library Citizenship: Winter Class 2




N-400
Easy Interview based on the Revised N-400 (15qs)

The 100 Questions

 USCIS: Reading and Writing Vocabulary
Although there is no official list of the reading and writing question and answers, there is an official USCIS reading and writing vocabulary list:

 GUEST SPEAKER
International Rescue Committee
1210 South Bascom Ave., Suite 227
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 277-0255
https://www.rescue.org/us-program/us-san-jose-ca

 Homework and Family Fun
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Friday, January 29, 2016

Citizenship Preparation Resources for Adult Education



Citizenship Preparation Resources for Adult Education
via Google Slides https://goo.gl/hpMqDa plus pdf of Links https://goo.gl/wIdsCS

5th Annual English Literacy and Civics Education and Citizenship Conference
January 29, 2016
Cerritos College
11110 Alondra Blvd,
Norwalk, CA 90650

Also take a look at two more detailed pptx presented at the 2015 CASAS Summer Institute:


Two more resources:
Kahoot: Pop quiz about Teaching Citizenship Prep https://play.kahoot.it/#/k/cdeec66f-12df-4ebc-b3bf-332046d5ef97
AdultEdCourses: Citizenship Preparation for U.S. Naturalization Course: Moodle by Donna Barr dbarr@ggusd.us (email her for access)
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Thursday, January 28, 2016

Asian-Americans Becoming More Politically Engaged



VOANews: Asian-Americans Becoming More Politically Engaged

Hugh Tra is part of a growing number of Asian-Americans who are becoming politically engaged, said Dan Ichinose, a project manager with the group Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Los Angeles. Ichinose directs demographic research involving Asian-Americans.

Originally published at -http://www.voanews.com/media/video/asian-americans-becoming-more-politically-engaged/3162828.html
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Wednesday, January 27, 2016

When Immigration Comes Knocking, Looking for Illegal Immigrants



VOANews: When Immigration Comes Knocking, Looking for Illegal Immigrants

The Obama administration recently began a surge of raids to deport illegal immigrants. The surge was focused on Central American migrants who had stayed beyond their deportation orders. The enforcement actions left many undocumented people fearful of leaving their homes. VOA’s Carolyn Presutti got exclusive access to six undocumented adults just hours after their home was raided. Names and faces have been concealed due to the sensitivity of the subject. Originally published at -http://www.voanews.com/media/video/immigration-enforcement-illegal-immigrants/3158892.html

For more info, check out these resources from rhe ACLU and CLINIC



CLINIC: Know your rights:
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Happy Birthday Milpitas: a Great American City!


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Monday, January 25, 2016

Immigrants, Their Children Are Most Politically Engaged Latino Voters



VOANews: Immigrants, Their Children Are Most Politically Engaged Latino Voters

 More than 28 million Latinos are expected to be eligible to vote in 2016, according to the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials' Educational Fund. The belief that a vote still matters is what motivates many naturalized immigrants and their children to be the most engaged Latinos in American politics, a NALEO Educational Fund official says. VOA's Elizabeth Lee reports.

 Originally published at - http://www.voanews.com/media/video/immigrants-children-most-politically-engaged-latino-voters/3159034.html

VOANews: Hispanic Millennials' Potential as Voting Bloc Huge

The influence of Hispanics in U.S. elections may be growing, specifically that of Hispanic millennials.

 Learn more at VOA News 2016 US Votes
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Sunday, January 24, 2016

Latino Support for Democratic Ticket Could Determine Next President




VOANews: Latino Support for Democratic Ticket Could Determine Next President

Although Latinos in the United States have voted consistently in favor of Democratic candidates in past presidential elections, the margin by which they vote for Democrats matters — and could very well determine the nation’s 45th president. VOA's Ramon Taylor reports.

Learn more at VOA News 2016 US Votes
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Saturday, January 23, 2016

Welcome to US Citizenship Class at the Gilroy Library!



Gilroy Library Citizenship Classes
Time: Saturday mornings, 10:30 am - 12 noon
Date: January 23 to March 12
Address: Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth Street, Gilroy, CA 95020 408-842-8207
Teacher: Jennifer Gagliardi (jgagliardi@sccl.org)

 Our Citizenship classes will help you prepare by discussing civics and government questions, reading and writing English, and practicing your interview skills. Free!

Handouts and more:

On the Road to US Citizenship

N-400

Civics
The USCIS 100 Questions handouts

 Homework:


Preparing for Naturalization
Beginning Interview (10 questions) http://goo.gl/kxzSuT
Geography
  • Review USCIS 100:88-95 questions, then find the 39 keywords in our Geography Puzzle.

Extra Fun

 Next Week January 30, 2016 10:30-12 noon
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Friday, January 22, 2016

Supreme Court to Review Obama's Immigration Plan



VOANews: Supreme Court to Review Obama's Immigration Plan

The U.S. Supreme Court decided Tuesday it would hear a case challenging President Barack Obama's plan to defer the deportation of more than 4 million undocumented immigrants and allow them to work legally in the United States. Obama's executive order is aimed at stopping the deportation of parents of American-born children and permanent residents. As VOA's Carolyn Presutti reports, the court's decision on this case will have far-reaching effects.

Originally published at -http://www.voanews.com/media/video/supreme-court-to-review-obamas-immigration-plan/3153918.html
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Thursday, January 21, 2016

VOANews: How America Elects Series


VOANews: US Presidential Election: One Year Until Inauguration

However, field of candidates for both Democrats and Republicans remains too large to predict any presidential front runners at this time

VOANews: Hispanic Millennials' Potential as Voting Bloc Huge

The influence of Hispanics in U.S. elections may be growing, specifically that of Hispanic millennials.

Learn more at VOA News 2016 US Votes
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Wednesday, January 20, 2016

CLINIC: Stay Calm: Information about recent deportations


CLINIC: Stay Calm: Information about recent deportations

 CLINIC: Mantenga la calma: Información sobre las recientes deportaciones

Recent enforcement actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have left many immigrants fearful that they will be picked up and deported. Here’s information that may help:

(exerpt)

Are you at risk of being picked up for deportation?

DHS has said that there will be more deportations, in keeping with these priorities President Barack Obama established:

  1. People who are considered a threat to national security, to border security, or who have been convicted of serious
  2. crimes, such as participation in a gang.
  3. People who have been convicted of specific types of other crimes, such as drug trafficking or sexual abuse.
  4. People who were issued deportation orders after Jan. 1, 2014.


 Know your rights:
  • Do not open the door to immigration agents or police unless they have a legal document with your name on it.
  • Ask them to slip it under the door before you admit them.
  • Tell your children not to open the door.
  • Remain silent. You do not have to answer their questions.
  • Do not sign anything and ask to speak with an attorney or legal representative.
  • Find more detailed explanations of your rights here:
    • English: www.aclu-md.org/uploaded_files/0000/0739/home_raids_kyr_card_-_english.pdf
    • Spanish: www.aclu-md.org/uploaded_files/0000/0738/home_raids_kyr_card_-_spanish.pdf
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Tuesday, January 19, 2016

With Day of Service, US Commemorates MLK Legacy

Not a Day Off, but a DAY ON!



VOANews: With Day of Service, US Commemorates MLK Legacy

On the third Monday of January every year, Americans observe the memory of slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. Many around the country spend the holiday commemorating King's tireless work to end racism and promote civil rights by participating in community service projects. This includes the first family — as Alberto Pimienta reports.

Originally published at http://www.voanews.com/media/video/day-of-service-martin-luther-king-jr-legacy/3151725.html

Also see USCIS The Beacon: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service - Make It a Day On, Not a Day Off

Whether you are an U.S. citizen or just thinking about becoming one, consider ways you can serve others. This Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, don’t just take the day off - make it a day "on". Whether you are an U.S. citizen or just thinking about becoming one, consider ways you can serve others. (read more)
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Monday, January 18, 2016

Martin Luther Jr, King Day Resources from US Citizenship Podcast


VOA The King Legacy Marching Forward series:


 More from VOANews:


Also check out:
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Martin Luther King, Jr. History



VOA Learning English: Martin Luther King Jr History 

 Martin Luther King, Jr. was a peaceful civil rights activist. He made a big difference in race relations in the United States.  Originally published at - http://learningenglish.voanews.com/media/video/martin-luther-king-jr-history/3148579.html

 VOANews: US Observes Martin Luther King Jr Day

Americans across the country are pausing Monday to observe federal holiday marking birthday of slain civil rights leader (includes mp3 and photo gallery)
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Martin Luther Jr, King Day Resources from US Citizenship Podcast



VOA News: Celebrating What Would Have Been MLK’s 88th Birthday

We are introducing a new series today produced by VOA’s English Division called “Did You Know?” We will be taking you on a tour of famous places in and around Washington, always adding some special bit of information that we’re sure you haven’t heard before. We start our tour at the memorial to U.S. civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., whose birthday is celebrated each year on the third Monday of January as a national holiday. Steve Miller reports.
Originally published at - http://www.voanews.com/a/3669978.html


 VOA The King Legacy Marching Forward series:


 More from VOANews:


Also check out:
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NEW PODCAST: Interview with Krestos Negasi (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) on MLK Day

NEW PODCAST: Interview with Krestos Negasi (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) on MLK Day
mp3: http://traffic.libsyn.com/uscitizenpod/mlk-day-citizenship-interview.mp3

This mock interview was inspired by the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. AND…“Holding the Bag” (a high beginning ESL novel) by Ana Gianola, 978-1-56420-544-5

 Negasi is a Washington DC taxi driver from Ethiopia who has been in the U.S. for many years and has a family. He accidentally becomes involved in a robbery and faces a moral issue.

 Thanks to NewReadersPress.com for their outstanding ESL/Citizenship resources. My students and I love you!

A pdf of this interview is also available as a multiple-choice test at http://goo.gl/roUigH (updated)
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Sunday, January 17, 2016

Activist Wants African Immigrants to Get Involvedin US Campaign



VOANews: Activist Wants African Immigrants to Get Involvedin US Campaign

As this year’s U.S. presidential campaign heats up, activist Sylvester Okere — the first Nigerian American superdelegate for Maryland, at the Democratic National Convention in 2012 — is calling on the African immigrant community to get involved now by getting to know the candidates, attending rallies and talking to people about the candidates. VOA's Mariama Diallo reports.
Originally published at - http://www.voanews.com/media/video/activist-wants-african-immigrants-involved-united-states-campaign/3148525.html
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Saturday, January 16, 2016

Happy Martin Luther King Jr Day from American English at State

Happy Martin Luther King Jr Day from American English at State.

 Download the MLK chapter pdf. 

  For more holidays, see: American English at State: Celebrate!
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Friday, January 15, 2016

US Honors Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.


USCIS 100:85. What did Martin Luther King, Jr. do?*

This week, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington (August 28, 1963). Martin Luther King, Jr., standing in front of the Lincoln Memorial, delivered his historic "I Have a Dream" speech advocating racial equality and freedom. The march is widely credited with helping to pass the Civil Rights Act (1964) and the Voting Rights Act (1965).




This month, the United States is honoring the legacy of slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. Fifty years ago ((August 28, 1963)) Reverend King led the famous March on Washington and gave the "I Have a Dream" speech, a masterpiece that galvanized the nation to support equal rights for African Americans. VOA correspondent Meredith Buel has this profile of King and his fight for desegregation and against racism.

VOA The King Legacy Marching Forward series:



USCIS 100:84. What movement tried to end racial discrimination?
  • civil rights (movement)

USCIS 100:85. What did Martin Luther King, Jr. do?*
  • fought for civil rights
  • worked for equality for all Americans
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Wednesday, January 13, 2016

OTAN Webinar: Citizenship Preparation Resources for Adult Education

My deepest apologies for the connectivity issues.  Enjoy!



 OTAN Webinar: Citizenship Preparation Resources for Adult Education
https://goo.gl/1w20j5



 If you would like to watch the archived version of this webinar, please send and email request to Blair Roy &lbroy@otan.us  and she will email you the webinar link.  Thanks!
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Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Supercut: State of the Union

The State of the Union Address is at 6:00 PM (PT) / 9:00 (ET)



We've come a long way these past seven years. Check out the progress we've made since President Obama's first address to Congress in this preview of his final State of the Union address.


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USCIS Info Session at the Gilroy Library

 


USCIS Naturalization Information Session
For Legal Permanent Residents and Interested Naturalization Applicants
Date: Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Time: 7:00 P.M.-8:30 P.M.
Address: Gilroy Library
350 W. Sixth Street
Gilroy, CA 95020
408-842-8207

Topics covered at this FREE session will include:
• The Naturalization Process
• The Naturalization Test
• Rights and Responsibilities of U.S. Citizenship

Program Highlights
* Step-by-step description of the naturalization process
* Mock naturalization interview featuring USCIS officers
* Limited seating available
* FREE DVD with all the current naturalization test preparation materials

Also, we will give you a preview of the Gilroy Library Citizenship Classes
Saturday mornings, 10:30 am - 12 noon, January 23 to March 12
Our Citizenship classes will help you prepare by discussing civics and government questions, reading and writing English, and practicing your 
interview skills. The classes are free, but space is limited. Register now at the Information Desk.

* For more information about Citizenship Classes, visit www.sccl.org/Services/Citizenship-Resources
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