I know everyone is swamped with the end of year...thought I'd update you = on the progress of the formation of KACT so far: --I've changed the constitution to reflect the suggestions of 1-year = terms (with the exception of the conference chair). The updated = constitution is at http://web.haydenhigh.org/detersk/constitution.htm --I have the paperwork filled out and ready to file for the formation of = the not for profit group in Kansas--it was very short. --I have the paperwork ready to look at to file for the not for profit = status for the IRS--that needs to occur within the first 27 months of = formation, so not a real big rush on it. --The ListServ is up and working (that is if you get this message!) --I have the basic webpage made and ready to put in fabulous links and = resources from all of you for us to share. --Someone is in touch with the Wichita section of the ACS about helping = us get started. I'll probably contact the other sections this week with = the same request. What I need: --Fabulous links and resources (labs, demos, websites, information about = grants/opportunities, reviews of what's been in science education = journals lately that applies to chem, etc.) to include on the webpages --Great labs, demonstrations, teaching tips, or other resources = (upcoming opportunities, etc.) to include in the fall newsletter that = will go out to all the chemistry teachers in the state encouraging them = to join (the newsletter will also include information about the group, a = call for nomination of officers, a membership form to join, etc.) Thanks! Kelly Deters detersk@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx *************************************************** Replying to this email will send it to the entire group--use individual email addresses if you wish to direct a response to individual members. To post to the mailing list, send email to kact@xxxxxxxxxxxxx To unsubscribe, change your settings or to search the archives, visit //www.freelists.org/list/kact