B-Sew Inn Schools

Education Division Pricing Information & Order Forms

Summer Confernce 2008 Pricing Forms

IMPORTANT PASSWORD UPDATE

Last year's passwords are no longer valid. 2008-09 passwords were issued thru summer conference folders, but it is important to only enter the first 8 digits of new password. Example: If your conference folder shows your new password to be: ABCde200809, only enter ABCde200. All passwords are case sensitive. Please type carefully. Email questions or requests for assistance to: schools@bsewinn.com

B•Sew Inn is pleased to invite you and your students to participate in our Education Division Programs. We currently offer unique assistance in the fields of Technology Education, Family and Consumer Science Education, Business/Entrepreneur Education, and EAST lab classrooms. These programs feature the introduction of new computerized sewing/embroidery machines, patented sergers and computerized digitizing software into the classroom. Educational groups participating in our programs receive significant discounts when purchasing embroidery/monogramming machines, sergers, sewing machines, computer hardware and software, cabinets, chairs, irons, cutting tables and other needed supplies. With our equipment comes state-of-the-art educator training and classroom support. We also provide equipment maintenance plans and on-site service. Our Education Division Programs are currently in place within the states of Missouri, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Schools outside of these three states may qualify for the similar benefits.

2008-09 TECHNOLOGY LOANER & PLACEMENT PROGRAMS
NEW Equipment Programs from Baby Lock and B-Sew Inn

B•Sew Inn Education Division is excited to announce the return of the "Free Baby Lock Technology Traditional Loaner Program" for the 2008-09 school year. This year it is our privilege to introduce to Arkansas, Missouri and Oklahoma classrooms the Baby Lock Emore Embroidery ONLY Machine, the Baby Lock Imagine Serger (No Tension- Jet Air Threading) and Designer’s Gallery MasterWorks2 Digitizing Software. For EAST Lab Classrooms, we have developed a similar Traditional Technology Loaner Program that includes the Baby Lock Emore Embroidery Only Machine and Designer’s Gallery MasterWork2.Classrooms interested in pursuing Entrepreneur Programming and/or schools ready to teach embroidery at a professional, career level will want to inquire about our Equipment Placement Program which features the Baby Lock 6-needle Professional Machine and Designer’s Gallery MasterWorks2. Please email schools@bsewinn.com for specific details and eligibility.

2007-08 Education Challenge

For FACS Educators and Educators on our Loaner Programs

The Education Challenge is a unique advanced learning program for FACS Educators and Educators on our Baby Lock Loaner Programs in the states of Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Develop your expertise using B•Sew Inn Products, BSI Educator Workshops, Guide Classes, Clubs, Baby Lock and Designer’s Gallery Workbooks, B•Sew Inn Special Events and the new on-line Baby Lock and Designer’s Gallery Sew@Home Classes.

Deadline for entry into the 2007-08 Education Challenge was June 30, 2008. Winners will be announced at Summer Conferences and will be listed here as quickly as possible. Details concerning a 2008-09 Education Challenge are expected to post in September 2008.

2007-08 FACS Student Scholarship

B•Sew Inn Education Division awards three $500 scholarships to students that have participated in FACS classes during their high school years. One scholarship to a student in Arkansas schools. One scholarship to a student in Missouri schools. One scholarship to a student in Oklahoma schools. These scholarships are underwritten by Baby Lock, USA, a division of Tacony Corporation.

Applications for the 2008-09 FACS Student Scholarships will be available in January 2009.

2007-08 FACS Student Scholarship Recipients

Each recipient received a $500 award to be used at the college of their choice for the 2008-09 school year.

Oklahoma Scholarship Recipient – Jennifer Holifield from Coalgate High School in Coalgate, Oklahoma is the 2007-08 Oklahoma Scholarship Recipient. College enrollment information is currently unavailable for Jennifer.

Arkansas Scholarship Recipient – Carissa Blair from Marshall High School in Marshall, Arkansas is the 2007-08 Arkansas Scholarship Recipient. Carissa has decided to use her award for the Fall 2008 semester at University of Arkansas Community College in Morrilton, Arkansas.

Missouri Scholarship Recipient – Mian Huang from North Kansas City High School in Kansas City, Missouri is the 2007-08 Missouri Scholarship Recipient. Mian chose to use her award for the Fall 2008 semester at Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri.

Baby Lock Student Digitizing Contest 2007-08

Congratulations Caitlin H. at Tishomingo High School! She is this year's winner!

Click to View Her 2007-08 Winning Entry!

As the winning student, Caitlin won a Baby Lock Emore Embroidery Machine, from Baby Lock USA.

Baby Lock Student Digitizing Contest Entries

The Baby Lock Student Digitizing Contest was implemented in 2006 to encourage students to develop their technology skills using Designer’s Gallery MasterWorks Software, which is state-of-the-art embroidery digitizing software. Over the past two years we have certainly been impressed by the entries received. The quality of workmanship reflects an understanding of techniques above a basic beginner level and we are looking forward to next year’s entries. Go ahead and Get a jump start on your 2008-09 digitizing, but please don’t send in any entries until the official beginning of the contest! 2008-09 Contest Forms will be available soon. Expect some modifications to the procedures and category groupings.

To view previous winning and non-winning entries click here.

Funding

During tight budget years, keeping your classroom up to date can be a struggle for you, the educator. In addition to your annual school budget, Federal and State Grants may be available for your school. Our Educational Consultant will assist you through each step of the process required to optimize your ability to achieve these available funds. Equipping your classroom with the newest technology may be easier than you think. Other schools across the nation are sewing and creating with top-of-the-line hi-tech equipment. There is no reason that you and your students should not be also. Remember, this a FREE service!

Guest Speakers and On-Site Demonstrations

For schools participating in our Education Division Programs we can arrange on-site demonstrations and guest speakers. (Availability is limited. Please book early in the school year. Some fees may apply.)

Questions should be directed to B•Sew Inn Education Division, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm CST at 1-888-560-3227 ext 107 or e-mail schools@bsewinn.com.