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To understand the early years of the new American Republic, look no further than Virginia where four of the first five presidents resided. By exploring the rural plantations of Monticello, Mount Vernon, and Montpelier, teachers will come to know the Presidents Washington, Jefferson, Madison, on a more personal level, including their involvement in the institution of slavery. Additional historic sites to be visited include Gunstan Hall, Poplar Forest, Rising Sun Tavern, Mary Washington House, Ferry Farm, Kenmore House, Highland and more.
Thanks to a generous donor, Founding Forward will provide a $150 stipend to every accepted teacher to help offset expenses related to attending a summer professional development seminar, workshop, or summer in 2025. Upon completion of the program, teachers will receive a $150 check to help cover travel, childcare, or any other expenses they might incur.
Accepted teachers receive a scholarship to attend the program, which covers the cost of the program, program materials, site visits, some meals, and more.
Graduate credit will be offered by La Salle University. Pennsylvania teachers will receive Act 48 credit for this seminar.
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Monticello, Mount Vernon, Montpelier, Gunstan Hall, Poplar Forest, Rising Sun Tavern, Mary Washington House, Ferry Farm, Kenmore House, Highland and more.
For these unique history workshops, teacher board a motorcoach for six days (Sunday – Friday) of visits to historic sites (such as national parks, state parks, and private sites) connected to a specific era of American history. Each workshop is escorted by a public historian whose lectures provide context for the historic sites to be visited. Local docents and guides provide breadth and depth in the historic stories they share. Local museums with subject appropriate materials are also included, many offering classroom resources for participating teachers.
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