Teachers Institute
"The Story of Virginia, an American Experience" | July 11–15 and
July 25–29, 2011
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2010 Teachers Institute participants and VHS staff pose for a picture at the VHS. |
In cooperation with the University of Richmond, the Virginia Historical Society presents a program for Virginia teachers that will broaden and deepen their knowledge of Virginia history—through classroom work, discussion, writing, and hands-on experience in its outstanding exhibition galleries.
This week-long session provides an overview of the rich history of Virginia, from its native inhabitants through the twentieth century, and follows the Standards of Learning for Virginia Studies. Topics include: colonization and conflict, the American Revolution, western expansion, the Civil War, postwar Virginia, and the twentieth century. Educators will return to their classrooms with new knowledge and fresh approaches to bring the past alive for their students.
Earn 3 hours graduate credit through the University of Richmond's School of Continuing Studies, and study with the experienced staff of the Virginia Historical Society and other specialists.
Teaching materials, textbooks, and lunches are included in the tuition.
Select the session that fits your summer calendar:
July 11–15
July 25–29
(Please apply early as enrollment is limited to 30 teachers each session.)
Sponsored by Weinstein Properties
Enrollment Guidelines
• $100 tuition*
• A letter of recommendation from your principal, history/social studies department chair, social studies specialist, or community civic leader
• A brief statement explaining the way you hope to use this in your teaching
*The actual cost of the course is $800 per participant, $700 of which is subsidized through the generous corporate philanthropy of Weinstein Properties, which recognizes the important role that the Virginia Historical Society plays in teacher education.
Note: The University of Richmond provides room and board for a very reasonable additional charge for teachers traveling from other parts of the State.
Apply online
REGISTRATION FOR THIS INSTITUTE HAS PASSED
"The Story of Virginia: An American Experience" is open to all Virginia public and independent school teachers. To apply, go to scs.richmond.edu/summer/opportunities/vhs.html.
For additional information, contact
William B. Obrochta, Manager of Educational Services, at 804.342.9651, or wobrochta@vahistorical.org.
Past Institutes
Read about previous Teachers Institutes
Also related:
Brenton S. Halsey Teaching Excellence Award
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