Read this article to see what's going on at the UN.
Saudi Arabia
Meetings have resumed!
Come each Friday unless it is announced otherwise over the loudspeaker at BV.
3:00-4:30
Room A-3
Friday, October 18, 2013
Refusing a Security Council Seat???
Would BVMUN ever refuse a security council seat? No Way!
Read this article to see what's going on at the UN.
Meetings have resumed!
Come each Friday unless it is announced otherwise over the loudspeaker at BV.
3:00-4:30
Room A-3
Read this article to see what's going on at the UN.
Meetings have resumed!
Come each Friday unless it is announced otherwise over the loudspeaker at BV.
3:00-4:30
Room A-3
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
MUN this Friday
Sign up for this year's MUN delegation and bring a friend this Friday.
10/11/13
Mrs. C's room
3:00
Be There.
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
MUN 2014
Are you telling your friends about MUN at Bv? The advisors sure hope so! Lets try to build a delegation of 30!
2014 Conference Dates have been confirmed.
March 14-15 training at Camp Roberts
April 24-27 Summit at Hyatt Irvine
Mark your Calendar and save these dates.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Thank You
On behalf of the entire advisor team, thank you for trusting is with your kids for another aMUNzing year.
We are so very proud of what they accomplished. It was MUNderful to visit tonight and celebrate their accomplishments.
Mallory has promised to upload some conference pics to shutterfly. When that happens, I will post a link for parents to view.
Many parents helped out a little (or a lot) this year. Thank you for your genuine support of MUN at BV.
Have a safe and restful summer.
Sincerely,
Debra
We are so very proud of what they accomplished. It was MUNderful to visit tonight and celebrate their accomplishments.
Mallory has promised to upload some conference pics to shutterfly. When that happens, I will post a link for parents to view.
Many parents helped out a little (or a lot) this year. Thank you for your genuine support of MUN at BV.
Have a safe and restful summer.
Sincerely,
Debra
Friday, May 10, 2013
End of Mun Celebration
6pm....Thursday, May 16
Angelina's Pizza
MUN Ambassadors and Parents (family too)
Be there to celebrate our successes!
RSVP to Mrs C. at school. We want to be sure to have enough table space.
Angelina's Pizza
MUN Ambassadors and Parents (family too)
Be there to celebrate our successes!
RSVP to Mrs C. at school. We want to be sure to have enough table space.
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Well Done!!!
Buena Vista
Congratulations Buena Vista Delegates for another Premier Delegation designation!
Congratulations Buena Vista Delegates for another Premier Delegation designation!
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Sunday, April 14, 2013
What to do BEFORE we go? What to bring?
What to do Before we go-
Do the summit task for your role. For example, International Press Corps will be submitting to this blog (take a look).
Check your closet for summit attire. Dress Code?? SEE HERE
Give your final payment to Mrs. Caldiera NOW. $200 (total $750)
What to bring?
Handy Dandy Survival Guide for Summit
Did you know?
These two recent articles will help you to further understand your countries.
Bahamas and Slaves
Ecuador and Children with Disabilities / Unicef
Lots of Links above. Be sure to check them out!
We will meet on Friday at 3:00. Bring a folder with your articles and Preparation Guides.
Do the summit task for your role. For example, International Press Corps will be submitting to this blog (take a look).
Check your closet for summit attire. Dress Code?? SEE HERE
Give your final payment to Mrs. Caldiera NOW. $200 (total $750)
What to bring?
Handy Dandy Survival Guide for Summit
Did you know?
These two recent articles will help you to further understand your countries.
Bahamas and Slaves
Ecuador and Children with Disabilities / Unicef
Lots of Links above. Be sure to check them out!
We will meet on Friday at 3:00. Bring a folder with your articles and Preparation Guides.
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Dress Code
Dear Parents,
There is a dress code for Summit. We will be reviewing it with your kiddos on Friday. Don't forget to ask them what they need to wear on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of the conference. There is also a banquet where they can dress extra spiffy.
Advisors will post the official dress code soon.
There is a dress code for Summit. We will be reviewing it with your kiddos on Friday. Don't forget to ask them what they need to wear on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of the conference. There is also a banquet where they can dress extra spiffy.
Advisors will post the official dress code soon.
Meeting Friday
Ambassadors, we are meeting this Friday!!!!!!
Bring your Topic Preparation Guides.
We will also discuss Summit Dress Code and Logistics.
If you have not done so, please bring your final $200 check. (Total cost $750)
We will ride on a charter bus to conference. Unless there are unforeseen expenses, $750 per delegate will cover our costs.
Bring your Topic Preparation Guides.
We will also discuss Summit Dress Code and Logistics.
If you have not done so, please bring your final $200 check. (Total cost $750)
We will ride on a charter bus to conference. Unless there are unforeseen expenses, $750 per delegate will cover our costs.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Summit Preparation
Do you know your summit preparation task????? Most of you should have preparation guides for position papers.
If not, email the BV advisors now at bvmodelun@gmail.com.
GA and Ecosoc - position papers
IJC- media task
NGO- position paper
Summit is just around the corner!
Happy Spring Break.
If not, email the BV advisors now at bvmodelun@gmail.com.
GA and Ecosoc - position papers
IJC- media task
NGO- position paper
Summit is just around the corner!
Happy Spring Break.
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Friday, March 22, 2013
April Meetings
Due to Spring break and BV half days, we will be unable to meet again until 4/12/13.
The holiday schedule leaves only Friday 4/12 and Friday 4/19 for BV MUN meetings before Summit.
It is therefore VERY important that you follow this blog for more information.
We will be sharing a big charter bus to LA with SF and Albany delegations. This is great because we can all relax and enjoy the ride. BV MUNsters will leave from BV on Thursday April 25 for LA. (You will come to school with your bags packed.)
Much Much More to come!
Look for your Topic Guides coming soon.
*Good catch for those of you who emailed us about accidental Feb dates! We can't believe it is already April!
The holiday schedule leaves only Friday 4/12 and Friday 4/19 for BV MUN meetings before Summit.
It is therefore VERY important that you follow this blog for more information.
We will be sharing a big charter bus to LA with SF and Albany delegations. This is great because we can all relax and enjoy the ride. BV MUNsters will leave from BV on Thursday April 25 for LA. (You will come to school with your bags packed.)
Much Much More to come!
Look for your Topic Guides coming soon.
*Good catch for those of you who emailed us about accidental Feb dates! We can't believe it is already April!
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Friday, March 15, 2013
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Conference This Weekend!
Ambassadors
Please attend the meeting on FRIDAY, MARCH 15 to finish the country banners!WEDNESDAY 3/13/13 - Turn in your registration packet you received last Friday to Mrs. Caldiera.
FRIDAY 3/15/13 - Attend the meeting at 3pm to finish the country banners.
SUNDAY 3/15/13 - Be at BV Middle at 5:15 AM SEE PAST POST HERE for the information you need.
Look for links!
Saturday, March 9, 2013
Ecuador and Bahamas, In the News
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| Children swim in the shadow of oil pipelines in a river near Yasuni national park |
Friday, March 8, 2013
Thursday, March 7, 2013
IMPORTANT Conference Changes for Training
Dear BV MUNsters,
There has been an unforeseen change of training location and schedule due to an insurgence of actual (live and in person) military units at Camp Roberts, we will be training for the Summit Experience at Gunn High School in Palo Alto.
CA YMCA Youth and Government has promised to pass on any savings of fees due to this location change. Our southern california constituents will prepare on Saturday. WE (BV considered a northern CA delegation) will prepare for Summit on SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2013! .
(Kiss a blarney stone for us!)
5:15 AM Arrive at BV Middle School Parking Lot
Crawl into your chauffeur driven vehicle
BRING - A backpack with snacks, water, writing implements, and notepad
7:00 AM Arrive at Gunn High School, Breakfast provided
8:30 AM Training Sessions; Conflict Resolution, Public Speaking, Time Management, Cultural & Ethnic Diversity, Current World Events, Leadership
12:00 PM LUNCH - Provided
1:15 PM MUN Olympics
2:15 PM Program Area Overview
4:00 PM Cookie Break
5:15 PM Program Area Sessions; Security Council, General Assembly, ECOSOC, IJC, International Press Corps, Non-Govt Orgs (NGO)
5:30 PM Dinner - Provided
7:00 PM Closing Session
7:45 PM Leave for BV
9:30 PM Anticipated latest arrival back to BV Middle. We will use cell phones to let parents know when we get to Gilroy.
We owe a HUGE thank you to Mrs. L and Mrs. C who will be driving.
If another minivan parent has reason to spend a day in Palo Alto, please do let us know....
There has been an unforeseen change of training location and schedule due to an insurgence of actual (live and in person) military units at Camp Roberts, we will be training for the Summit Experience at Gunn High School in Palo Alto.
CA YMCA Youth and Government has promised to pass on any savings of fees due to this location change. Our southern california constituents will prepare on Saturday. WE (BV considered a northern CA delegation) will prepare for Summit on SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 2013! .
(Kiss a blarney stone for us!)
MUN SUMMIT Training SUNDAY MARCH 17-
5:15 AM Arrive at BV Middle School Parking Lot
Crawl into your chauffeur driven vehicleBRING - A backpack with snacks, water, writing implements, and notepad
7:00 AM Arrive at Gunn High School, Breakfast provided
8:30 AM Training Sessions; Conflict Resolution, Public Speaking, Time Management, Cultural & Ethnic Diversity, Current World Events, Leadership
12:00 PM LUNCH - Provided
1:15 PM MUN Olympics
2:15 PM Program Area Overview
4:00 PM Cookie Break
5:15 PM Program Area Sessions; Security Council, General Assembly, ECOSOC, IJC, International Press Corps, Non-Govt Orgs (NGO)
5:30 PM Dinner - Provided
7:00 PM Closing Session
7:45 PM Leave for BV
9:30 PM Anticipated latest arrival back to BV Middle. We will use cell phones to let parents know when we get to Gilroy.
We owe a HUGE thank you to Mrs. L and Mrs. C who will be driving.
If another minivan parent has reason to spend a day in Palo Alto, please do let us know....
Friday, February 22, 2013
Country Research Task
BV Ambassadors
Complete a country research form for Ecuador and the Bahamas.
We will need to start assembling banners next week!
Use our Handy Dandy Research Page!
We look forward to seeing you Friday at 3pm.
Please bring:
1. Completed COUNTRY RESEARCH FORMS
2. Cal YMCA Authorization Form filled out completely and signed by your parent
3. Your second payment.... a Check for $200
4. Your adult sweatshirt size
How COOL is this? Other MUN programs!
Complete a country research form for Ecuador and the Bahamas.
We will need to start assembling banners next week!
Use our Handy Dandy Research Page!
We look forward to seeing you Friday at 3pm.
Please bring:
1. Completed COUNTRY RESEARCH FORMS
2. Cal YMCA Authorization Form filled out completely and signed by your parent
3. Your second payment.... a Check for $200
4. Your adult sweatshirt size
How COOL is this? Other MUN programs!
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
We will still meet!
Although the school is closed this week, we will still meet at 3pm. Mrs. C will open the lab for us.
Let the research commence!
3-4:30 this Friday at BV computer lab.
Let the research commence!
3-4:30 this Friday at BV computer lab.
Sunday, February 17, 2013
BV Conference Representation
BV Ambassadors will represent Ecuador and Bahamas!
(Mrs. V, we will take that extra credit for Spanish!)
From mountain peak to ocean beach, we will be learning lots about these two very different places.
Research begins on Friday. Please go directly to the computer lab at 3:00.
Advisors will continue to develop this year's research page.
(Mrs. V, we will take that extra credit for Spanish!)
From mountain peak to ocean beach, we will be learning lots about these two very different places.
Research begins on Friday. Please go directly to the computer lab at 3:00.
Advisors will continue to develop this year's research page.
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| Bahamas |
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| Ecuador |
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Meeting cancelled.
The meeting on 2/15 has been cancelled. Mrs. C. And other advisors are not available.
Please come 2/22 for research! We will meet in the computer lab.
-Mrs B, Nick, and Mallory
Please come 2/22 for research! We will meet in the computer lab.
-Mrs B, Nick, and Mallory
Friday, February 8, 2013
Country Requests
Our Countries have been requested!
BV has requested Ecuador, Netherlands, (and for backup.....Sweden and the Bahamas).
As soon as we know our countries, Debra will post online.
Next Week: FEB 15 meeting will be in the LAB with Mrs. C!
Time to research our countries.
Any Questions? Just ask! bvmodelun@gmail.com.
Congratulations to Jill, Kate and TJ, our delegation officers!
BV has requested Ecuador, Netherlands, (and for backup.....Sweden and the Bahamas).
As soon as we know our countries, Debra will post online.
Next Week: FEB 15 meeting will be in the LAB with Mrs. C!
Time to research our countries.
Any Questions? Just ask! bvmodelun@gmail.com.
Congratulations to Jill, Kate and TJ, our delegation officers!
Saturday, February 2, 2013
First Payments Due
Please bring your payments to Mrs. Caldeira ASAP. Checks should be made to BUENA VISTA.
The first payment of $350 is due now.
When we have our final headcount, the advisor team will register you for the conference and pick our country representation!
March 15 - 17 Training Conference in Paso Robles
April 25 - 28 Irvine Conference
Don't hesitate to email us with questions: bvmodelun@gmail.com
The first payment of $350 is due now.
When we have our final headcount, the advisor team will register you for the conference and pick our country representation!
March 15 - 17 Training Conference in Paso Robles
April 25 - 28 Irvine Conference
Don't hesitate to email us with questions: bvmodelun@gmail.com
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Weekly Meetings and Conference Payments
Attention BV Delegates!
We have had GREAT turnout at the weekly Friday meetings!
It is not too late to join. Bring a friend! Fridays 3-4:30!
Program Payments are non refundable and due Friday, Feb. 1.
Please be prepared to pay $350 on that day.
Your fabulous advisors are working to calculate the remainder of the cost for the conferences.
We anticipate the total cost to be between $750 and $800.
All payments are nonrefundable.
Delegation Elections will be held on Friday, Feb. 8.
President
Secretary
Ambassador of Inspiration
We have had GREAT turnout at the weekly Friday meetings!
It is not too late to join. Bring a friend! Fridays 3-4:30!
Program Payments are non refundable and due Friday, Feb. 1.
Please be prepared to pay $350 on that day.
Your fabulous advisors are working to calculate the remainder of the cost for the conferences.
We anticipate the total cost to be between $750 and $800.
All payments are nonrefundable.
Delegation Elections will be held on Friday, Feb. 8.
President
Secretary
Ambassador of Inspiration
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