A progress report for North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts that summarizes the institutes achievements, future plans, programs, staff development, grants, budget, and proposed changes. Attached are position announcements, organizational chart, and a NTIEVA homepage website.

A 1996-97 fact sheet for the North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts. The fact sheet list the consortium members, programs, staff, financial support and describes the project goals of NTIEVA.

Card from Don Baker to John Thomas, saying that the AIDS Resource Center will be losing a valuable and dedicated person.

Card from a George --- to John Thomas. The card is in response to a news article announcing John Thomas' resignation from the AIDS Resource Center.

A well-drafted invitation letter extended to teachers, inviting them to participate in the enlightening DMA Summer Workshop. The letter outlines the details of the workshop, emphasizing the valuable insights, collaborative learning, and innovative approaches to education that await the participating educators.

Letter from Kitty Tsui to friends. She writes informing them of recent news in her professional career, including publication of her book of erotica, Breathless. A book tour, appearance at the Michigan Women's Music Festival, and inclusion in a book of collective essays are also in her future.

Letter from Robert Atkins to friends and family. He writes informing them of recent news in his professional career, including media collaborations with television broadcasting companies and updates on two of his books, TalkBack! and ArtSpeak. A few personal details are also given.

Letter from Steven Watson to an unidentified recipient - most likely Sterling Houston, prominent San Antonio playwright. He writes to inform of happenings in his professional career in the past year, including a curatorial position at the National Portrait Gallery and a video shown at the Lincoln Center. Photocopied photographs are on the back page.

Letter regarding the state convention including a request for financial year end reports, tables for the Freedom Fund banquet, and tickets for other events

Letter to John Thomas from Helen M. Carter. In the letter, Helen expresses her sympathy to learn that Thomas was sick, and that the AIDS Resource Center will miss him.

Letter to John Thomas from Ron Morris, who wants to thank Thomas for everything he has done within the AIDS community.

Letter from President Bill Clinton to Lee P. Brown discussing Brown's letter of resignation and thanking him for his efforts as Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy.

Email from John Thomas to multiple individuals. The email is in regards to an "action plan" originated by Allyson Bradley about the environment that Thomas finds just as useful for relationship building. Thomas wishes everyone a good 1996 new year.

A letter to Vicki Rosenberg from Jack Davis and Bill McCarter outlining changes and adjustments to the NTIEVA FY96/FY97 Core Program. Sections are listed as follows: "Professional Staff Development Programs"; "Curriculum and Implementation"; and "Fundraising and Management."

Photocopy of a letter from Janice Wiggins, Visual Arts Specialist for the Dallas Public Schools, to Jack Davis and Bill McCarter, co-directors of North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts. Wiggins writes that Dallas ISD will be unable to continue their participation in the extension of the Getty grant for the 1995-1996 school years, due to time consideration and budgeting. However, there might be a possibility for participation for the 1997-1998 school year if they're able to pick up DISD's school funding needs. Wiggins concludes, saying how much she enjoyed her involvement with the NTIEVA consortium and to let them know of any opportunities to work with North Texas and the Getty Foundation again.

A meticulously crafted letter of recommendation championing the qualifications, achievements, and potential contributions of an aspiring applicant for the Marcus Fellow Program.

Memo from Paul McCarthy to Kay Graham discussing the need for more diversified employment opportunities.

A letter from Alfred F. Hurley, Chancellor, University of North Texas, to D. Jack Davis, Vice Provost, UNT, Co-Director of the North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts, about granting the North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts temporary exception from UNT's publication policies in regards to NTIEVA stationary and business cards. Hurley attaches a copy of the full policy and request a written rationale for a standing variance. The second document is a policy excerpt for the use of long-held symbols or artwork specific to a department of UNT. The third document is the start of the policy manual of UNT in regards to University Communication, Marketing and Publication Policy.

Photocopy of a letter from Jack Davis and Bill McCarter, co-directors of North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts, to Marla Price, Director of the Modern Art Museum. The letter describes the work done by Davis and McCarter, through the use of the Edward and Betty Marcus Foundation grant, to produce portfolios using images from the five museums that are apart of the North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts consortium. The grant allowed them to produce 500 copies of the portfolio, which were given at no cost to the schools in the consortium for educational purposes, however, because of the popularity of the portfolio and the limited number of the original publication they have been contacted by vendors who have interest in producing the portfolio commercially. Davis and McCarter write about what a great opportunity this could mean when it comes to resources for the continued work of the Institute, yet one issues is that the Museum has to give them written consent to reproduce the images and content.

Letter from Michael Garbarino to Alan Levi discussing the future possibilities of the Texas Human Rights Foundation.

A memorandum from Jeff Patchen to Sheila Brown, Vicki Rosenberg, Blanche Rubin, Kim Wheetley, and Joyce Wright dated January 16, 1996. The memo includes reviews of a report titled "Teachers Take Charge" and a book titled "Enhancing Professional Practice: A Framework for Teaching."

Photocopy of a letter from Kristen Marstaller, Art / Social Studies Coordinator for the Austin Independent School District to Bill McCarter, co-director of North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts. To thank McCarter on the behalf of Austin teachers and the presentation he made at the Art Share meeting. Marstaller writes that many of the misunderstandings and misconceptions were cleared up and the faculty was impressed with his knowledge and willingness to assist the Austin District. Martaller will reach out to McCarter at a later date to further discuss the program and ask for suggestions and advice as they proceeded with implementation of DBAE.

Email about a retirement party for John Thomas, who has resigned from the AIDS Resource Center. There will be a toast and a roast ceremony.

Letter from Don Baker to the board of directors of the Texas Human Rights Foundation about an award he was to receive.