George Washington Teachers' Institute
Established in 1999, the George Washington Teachers' Institute is a highly competitive program which brings teachers to Mount Vernon, Virginia for an intensive week of study at Washington's home. Participating teachers immerse themselves in the study and discussion of this critical period of American history and the remarkable role George Washington played in the founding of our nation. Teachers will have the opportunity to:
- Explore the character and accomplishments of George Washington while living on his 18th century estate
- Engage in an active exploration of 18th century history with top historians
- Participate in interactive workshops, tours, fieldtrips, and group projects
- Discuss how to integrate the teaching of history into English, Science, Math, and Geography curricula
- Return to your classroom and share new knowledge, teaching materials, and enthusiasm with your students
Through private funding, the George Washington Teachers' Institute is open to teachers in Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, and Oregon. The 2009 application will be posted in early spring. All teachers accepted into the Institute will receive a travel stipend of up to $350 and reside on the grounds of Washington's home. Participants are required to complete one lesson plan for dissemination to teachers across the nation on the Mount Vernon website.
George Washington Teachers' Institute for Mount Vernon Area Educators
As a special opportunity to teachers who live in the greater Mount Vernon area, the George Washington Teachers' Institute is open to ALL educators every summer for an intensive two day program. The summer 2008 program included a series of lectures co-sponsored by the First Federal Congress Project, first person interpreter programs throughout the Estate, book signings, a cocktail reception on Mount Vernon's Piazza, and a panel discussion between historians Catherine Allgor and Woody Holton, moderated by Cokie Roberts. The 2009 program will be announced next spring.
Check out pictures from the 2008 Institute!
