The PosT2 sTar · Become an NIE Sponsor & Reap the Rewards: Newspapers-in-Education (NIE) provides free educational services and dynamic curriculum materials to schools and community

The PosTOsTarNewsPaPers-iN-educaTioN

Po Box 2157, LawreNce & cooPer sTs.GLeNs FaLLs, NY 12801

TeL. (518) 742-3270 Fax (518) 742-5170www.PosTsTar.com/Nie

What is NIE? Newspapers-in-Education (NIE) is an internationally recognized program offered by newspapers throughout the world. The Post-Star’s Nie program provides reduced newspaper subscriptions (75% of cost is subsidized by The Post-Star), free educational services and curriculum materials to schools and community learning centers throughout the region.

What is the Mission of The Post-Star’s NIE program?The Post-Star’s Nie mission is “to provide the community with a dynamic and authentic resource that enhances literacy skills and civic understanding; increases motivation through relevance and meaning; and promotes lifelongreading for information and pleasure.”

Why NIE?Newspapers are a living textbook that provide relevance and meaning to every lesson -- from calculating a favorite sports team’s scores, learning about government and economics, understanding how science affects our lives each day, to making discoveries about future career options -- the learning potential is endless.

recent studies indicate that students who read the newspaper every day score higher on standarized tests, and show significant gains in comprehension and vocabulary skills compared to their counterparts who are not provided with newspapers at home or in the classroom.

How many teachers and students are involved with the NIE program?annually, between 350 and 500 teachers use The Post-Star’s Nie program, services and materials to teach a variety of lessons to thousands of students throughout the region.

How is NIE supported?These connections and endless learning opportunities in the classroom are made possible by the generosity of business sponsors, individual donors and subscribers who donate their newspapers while on vacation.

How can I help thousands of students in our schools?

• Become a sponsor of one of our many programs!• donate your newspapers to classrooms while you’re on vacation!• Become a donor and make a contribution!

Call (518) 742-3270 or visit us on the web at www.poststar.com/NIE




NIE Programs & Services: Newspapers-in-Education (NIE) provides free educational services and dynamic curriculum materials to schools and community learning centers throughout the region.

Mondayseach monday The Post-Star’s NIE program features “My Kid Scoop,” to enhance literacy skills of our youngest readers. “My Kid Scoop” features puzzles and activities designed to help children learn to read and write in a fun and engaging manner. it provides the perfect opportunity for fami-lies to enjoy the newspaper together.

TuesdaysNewspapers are the number one source for information but also offer opportunities to read for pleasure. each Tuesday The Post-Star’s NIE program offers readers a serialized story. The stories range in number of chapters and provide readers of all ages a literary experience that is accessible, portable and educa-tional. Teachers, parents, caregivers and students across the region look forward to each week’s chapter.

Wednesdayseach wednesday we celebrate and respect the voices of young people in our newest feature “Xtra Cred.” designed for middle- and high school aged students, “Xtra Cred” provides young readers a forum to express opinions and thoughts in response to questions focused on authentic and relevant topics.

Services:• Tours of The Post-star• Professional development for educators• workshops for students (Writer’s Workshop, Commercial Media)

Special Publications: • The Honor Roll (4 issues per year highlighting the academic accomplishments of students) • New Teacher Welcome publication in conjuction with the arcc • Special educational tabloids based on the needs of our schools

Curriculum Projects: • each year The Post-Star’s NIE program develops special curriculum projects to engage young readers in unique learning experiences

Programs:• Stock Market Simulation Game (a mock simulation with real world learning lessons)• The Post-Star Academic Bowl (a challenging quiz bowl played by teams from over 20 schools)

XTRA CRED




NIE Sponsors Information:Newspapers-in-Education (NIE) is supported by sponsorships & donations from companies and individuals throughout the region.

Why become a sponsor or donor?research indicates that reading newspapers helps students achieve in the classroom. it also suggests that students who have a better understand-ing of his/her community feel more connected and have a more positive perception of the region he/she lives in.

Your sponsorship or donation affords teachers throughout the region an opportunity to use newspapersin the classroom. The Post-star subsidizes 75% of the cost of newspapers while also providing a full-range of services. Teachers pay 12% and the remainder is supported by donations and sponsorships. in special cases, we provide newspapers and services at no cost.

How are sponsors recognized for their contributions?sponsors are appreciated and are recognized in many ways throughout the year.

• sponsor’s names and/or logos appear weekly with our in-paper programs (My KidScoop, Family Reading Serial, Xtra Cred and special curriculum projects)

• sponsor’s names and/or logos appear monthly within a “Thank You for being an NIE sponsor” advertisement

• sponsor’s names and/or logos appear bi-weekly in special Nie promotional advertisements related to programs such as vacation donations, stock market simulation, and The Post-star academic Bowl (Some ads also appear in the TV Guide insert)

• sponsor’s names and/or logos are displayed on the Nie website

• sponsor’s receive a plaque of recognition to place at their establishment

• Teachers receive list of sponsors and students often write “Thank You” letters explaining how the newspapers were used in the classroom

• sponsor’s names and/or logos appear in a monthly electronic newsletter distributed to over 2,000 educators, school personnel and community members

• sponsors are invited to attend Nie events

*** Prominent placement, size and positioning is in accordance with sponsorship level




Become an NIE Sponsor & Reap the Rewards: Newspapers-in-Education (NIE) provides free educational services and dynamic curriculum materials to schools and community learning centers throughout the region thanks to the generosity of sponsors!

All sponsors at any level receive the following beneþts (size & position of logo are aligned with sponsorship level):• Logo recognition in a monthly “Thank You sponsors” ad • Logo recognition on website• Logo recognition in monthly electronic newsletter • Logo recognition within Nie advertisements (vacation donation ads, teacher workshops, etc.)• Logo recognition as a sponsor of in-paper youth features (Family Reading Serial, My Kid Scoop, & Xtra Cred)

Additional Sponsor Recognition by Sponsorship Level:$5000 Platinum Sponsorship - Supporting 100 classrooms & .... • exclusive sponsor of (1) special educational Publication or in-paper feature (your choice) • sponsor of (1) special educational Publication (our choice) $3000 Gold Sponsorship - Supporting 50 classrooms & ..... • exclusive sponsor of (1) special educational Publication or in-paper feature (your choice) $1000 Silver Sponsorship - Supporting 20 classrooms $500 Bronze Sponsorship- Supporting 10 classrooms $300 NIE Supporting Sponsorship - Supporting 5 classrooms

OR

CUSTOMIZE YOUR OWN PACKAGE

(SEE NIE CUSTOM PACKAGE SHEET)

Call (518) 742-3270 for more information or visit www.poststar.com/NIE

Become an NIE Sponsor & Reap the Rewards: Newspapers-in-Education (NIE) provides free educational services and dynamic curriculum materials to schools and community learning centers throughout the region thanks to the generosity of sponsors!

All sponsors at any level receive the following beneþts (size & position of logo are aligned with sponsorship level):• Logo recognition in a monthly “Thank You sponsors” ad • Logo recognition on website• Logo recognition in monthly electronic newsletter • Logo recognition within Nie advertisements (vacation donation ads, teacher workshops, etc.)• Logo recognition as a sponsor of in-paper youth features (Family Reading Serial, My Kid Scoop, & Xtra Cred)

Additional Sponsor Recognition by Sponsorship Level:$5000 Platinum Sponsorship - Supporting 100 classrooms & .... • exclusive sponsor of (1) special educational Publication or in-paper feature (your choice) • sponsor of (1) special educational Publication (our choice) $3000 Gold Sponsorship - Supporting 50 classrooms & ..... • exclusive sponsor of (1) special educational Publication or in-paper feature (your choice) $1000 Silver Sponsorship - Supporting 20 classrooms $500 Bronze Sponsorship- Supporting 10 classrooms $300 NIE Supporting Sponsorship - Supporting 5 classrooms

OR

CUSTOMIZE YOUR OWN PACKAGE

(SEE NIE CUSTOM PACKAGE SHEET)

Call (518) 742-3270 for more information or visit www.poststar.com/NIE




NIE Sponsors 2007 - 2008Name

company

address

city, state, Zip

Tel Fax

email

NIE Sponsorship Level: ___$5000 ___$3000 ___$1000 ___$500 ___$300NIE Custom Package Amount: $_________ (Please include NIE Custom Package Form)

Payment & Billing Information:_____ check enclosed _____ credit card (Please circle Mastercard, Visa, Amex, Discover)_____ send invoice _____ Bill us quarterly

account holderaccount Number exp. datecVw security Numberauthorized signature

Sponsor Agreement: i understand that as an Nie sponsor my company name and/or logo will appear within the The Post-star’s Nie in-paper features, electronic newsletter, promotional materials and on the Nie web site. in addition, i will also receive electronic communication relating to Nie special features, projects and promotions.

____ Please check here if you wish to add an additional email address for the purpose of communication. email address: _________________________________________________________________________ Please check here if you wish to include a hyperlink to your company website on The Post-star’s Nie web page - urL: _____________________________________________________________

Please submit your logo (jpeg format - B/W & Color) electronically to [email protected] Join our growing list of sponsors .....

CUSTOMIZE YOUR OWN NIE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE

Newspapers-in-Education (NIE) provides free educational services and dynamic curriculum materials to schools and community learning centers throughout the region thanks to the generosity of sponsors! in addition to traditional Nie sponsorships, we offer you the opportunity to select additional marketing and advertising opportunities.

$_________________ Base NIE donation amount (see “NIE Sponsorship Levels” chart) $5000 $3000 $1000 $500 $300 $ _________________ Honor Roll Advertisement (25% of the amount is a voluntary donation to NIE; if you do not wish to donate to NIE, please deduct 25% from the following rates): ____ (4) issues 1/2 page = $2000 ____ (2) issues 1/2 page = $1000 ____ (4) issues 2 x 4” = $1600 ____ (2) issues 2 x4” = $800 ____ (4) issues 2 x 2” = $800 ____ (2) issues 2 x 2” = $400 ____ (4) issues 2 x 1” = $400 ____ (2) issues 2 x 1” = $200 ____ (4) issues 1 x 1” = $200 ____ (2) issues 1 x 1” = $100

$ _________________ Academic Bowl Sponsor-A-Team all sponsors receive recognition in a “Thank You” ad, a “halfway standings Page” and “Final results Page” featured in The Post-star. sponsorship funds are used to provide t-shirts and trophies to finalists, and toward the Academic Bowl Championship banquet held in February 2008. Funds are also used toward repair of quiz bowl buzzer systems. ___ $200 Grand champion donor ___ $100 reserve champion donor ___ $ 75 Finalist donor ___ $ 50 runner-up donor

$ _________________ TOTAL Amount of your custom package

If you elect to customize your donation, please enclose this checklist with the NIE 2007 - 2008 form. You will receive an invoice displaying the amount of your donation, a separate line item for advertising (if you choose to advertise in the Honor Roll editions, and line item for additional support of NIE programs.




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The PosT2 sTar · Become an NIE Sponsor & Reap the Rewards: Newspapers-in-Education (NIE) provides free educational services and dynamic curriculum materials to schools and community