Events for Educators

Confratute is a combined CONFerence, and instiTUTE with a good deal of FRATernity, for educators who believe learning should include enjoyment, innovation and a focus on students' strengths rather than deficits. Please visit Web site for additional information.

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Work for CTY Summer Programs

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One week summer institutes free to PA Teachers. Earn Act 48/Graduate Credit. Many different teaching areas included.

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Major strands for Educators, Parents and Families include The Autonomous Learner Model (ALM); Standards of the Autonomous Learner Model; Differentiating Curriculum & Instruction for the Gifted; Cognitive, Social & Emotional Development of Gifted Kids with Special Needs; Autonomous Learner Model Certification: Training the Trainer; Developing an Exemplary ALM Classroom and/or School. Please visit Web site for additional information.

Cost: $125/person, or $115 for district teams of 4 or more when submitted at the same time.

NEH summer seminars and institutes for K-12 teachers and college/university faculty. Some 28 residential seminars give participants the opportunity for intensive study of important texts and topics in the humanities.

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Learner’s Link connects administrators and teachers with proven instructional strategies to meet the unique learning needs of students and state standards. Professional development workshops are both research and experience based and are customized to meet the needs of your staff. Topics include: Curriculum Differentiation - Differentiated Instruction; Improving Reading, Writing, and Speaking Across the Curriculum; Using Six Thinking Hats®, Challenging Gifted and Talented Learners; Instructional Strategies Designed to Leave No Child Behind; Creative and Critical Thinking.

Workshops for PARENTS AND STUDENTS are available.

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A one-day program will begin with a general session providing the year in review under the IDEA and § 504/ ADA. The subsequent specialized sessions include 1) NCLB: AYP - Disability Issues; 2) NCLB - Special Education Personnel; 3) NCLB - Choice and Other Sanctions; 4) Latest Eligibility Issues, 5) Bullying and Harassment Based on Disability, 6) Evaluation/IEP issues, 7) IDEA Reauthorization, 8) Confidentiality (FERPA/HIPAA) Issues; and 9) Home and Charter Schools vis-a-vis the IDEA.

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Contact: Theresa Freeman -

Free online course on teaching gifted. Earns Act 48 credit.

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Explore, experiment and experience the exciting programs being offered this summer in downtown Pittsburgh.

For middle school students: Math and the Arts, Design Engineering, Handheld Computers, and Puppet Camp.

For high school students: Criminal Justice, Camp Hollywood (filmmaking), Engineering Technology, Handheld Computers, Print Journalism, Sports/Art & Entertainment Management, Rockette Summer Intensive (a partnership with Radio City Entertainment for intermediate/ advanced dancers), and International Summerdance (ballet, jazz and modern).

Also, a Field Trip Planner for Teachers, a Family Vacation in your Home Town, Writing A Family History, plus informative Lunch and Learn Programs.

Act 48 Credit for PA Teachers. Please call or email for brochure.

Various dates in June, July

Grades: Middle, High School, Adults, Families

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SIG has been a leading provider of gifted programs since 1984. SIG's three-week Summer Camps on college campuses provide the ultimate academic, recreational and social experience. Courses are designed to introduce students to new areas of interest and to provide meaningful learning experiences. Programs are held at the following prestigious academic institutions: Bryn Mawr College, PA; Oberlin College,OH; UCLA, CA; Amherst College, MA; Vassar College, NY; Caldwell College, NJ. Online Learning and Gifted Education Seminars are also available. June - August (visit Web site for exact dates)

Grades: 4 -11

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This two-month program focuses on teaching through hands-on research, academic instruction and support of scientific and humanistic activities. Dr. Rieders endeavors to provide an educational experience that will nurture a love of science. To this end, the Foundation provides an academic milieu and experts in various fields who act as mentors to groups of researchers. The philosophy is that knowledge is the fundamental tool required to investigate any of life's problems or otherwise. Once the basic "tool bag" is filled with an understanding of these topics, one is truly ready to advance in the fields of science and life.

June-August

High School Students and Science Teachers

Call for more information or apply online.

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Toyota TAPESTRY program will award 50 grants of up to $10,000 each and a minimum of 20 "mini-grants" of $2,500 each to K-12 science teachers. Interested teachers should propose innovative science projects that can be implemented in their school or school district over a one-year period. If you have a great way to make science come alive, apply for a Toyota TAPESTRY grant.

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