Summer Teacher Institute - Testimonials

“It was very clear how well organized this program was. I’ve taught for 26 years … I cannot begin to express how joyful this experience has been for the classroom teacher! My deepest thanks to the entire staff!”
Mayo Carter, History
2003-2004 Virginia History Teacher of the Year
Chancellor Middle School
Fredericksburg, VA

“This is the best conference I have ever been to. The presenters, the activities, the organization, and the materials were great!! I see so many ways in which I can integrate the info into my class … I will spread the word in Texas.”
Kelsey Decker, US History
Centennial High School
Frisco, TX

“This was one of the best seminars I have been to in my 24 years of being a teacher…Thank you for a great workshop and plenty of ideas to implement next year! … I was happy to see people from many subjects (English, History, Science, Art and Music) and different places (Boston, New York, Texas, Oklahoma, Florida).”
Karen Oldenburg, Music Director
Samuel Morse Middle School for the Gifted and Talented
Milwaukee, WI

“Most enjoyable Grad level credit course I’ve ever taken!”
Roy Isaacs, Social Studies
Shaker Heights High School
Shaker Heights, OH

“The presenters were outstanding! I got a lot of information to bring back to the classroom.  I’m energized by the subject, and I have more information to work with in curriculum planning.  This was an outstanding institute, and I feel fortunate to have taken part in it.”
Anonymous participant

There will be a wider spectrum for the use of music in my classroom through the year instead of at one specific time. …This week [at the Institute] has provided me with a renewed commitment to engage my kids more actively and more often.  This week has been the best experience I’ve had in 32 years of teaching.
Mary Rinehart, Geography
Friendswood High School
Friendswood, TX

I want to express my deep appreciation and admiration of this program. It has moved me personally in a direction I’ve always wanted to go, but didn’t know was possible with Rock n Roll and popular music. I strive to work in this realm and have been motivated and inspired by this conference. I am looking forward to next year!!
Jacqueline Secoy, General Music
Canal Winchester Local Schools
Canal Winchester, OH

I have learned to try different things and to expand my horizons even further-don’t let my personal prejudices influence what I teach.  I have a broader perspective and [will] tend to listen to the students more readily and easily.  I found this week to be one of the most beneficial educational experiences I have experienced in my 30 years as a teacher.
Dr. Debby Thomas, Special Education
West Chatham Middle School
Pooler, GA

[The Institute] reminded me how important relevance is to the students. You have to show them a connection to something close to them. …Awesome job! I was blown away!
Rachel Biel
Toledo Museum of Art
Toledo, OH

Institute In-Depth

• Overview
• Registration
• Teaching Staff
• Travel and Hotel
• Testimonials
• Graduate Credit