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Coming up in the summer of 2020 the Intrepid Museum will be hosting a National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Institute for Teachers – The Cold War Through the Collections of the Intrepid Museum. We are currently accepting applications from K-12 teachers all over the country to participate in this exciting course that delves into the history, science, and technology of the Cold War.
Please take a moment to share the below information about the upcoming institute with your colleagues. Applications are being accepted until March 1, 2020. Your help in spreading the word is greatly appreciated.
Apply for a two week stipend-supported Summer Institute integrating technology and history!
July 20-July 31, 2020 NEH Summer Institute for Teachers
Apply to join history, science and technology teachers from across the United States for a National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Institute for Teachers: The Cold War Through the Collections of the Intrepid Museum! The Summer Institute will immerse participating teachers in scholarly research as well as the artifacts and oral histories in the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum’s collection that embody the Cold War era. Integrating content exploring the historical context of technological innovation, the Institute will serve a national group of 25 teachers in order to deepen their understanding and increase confidence in their ability to explore the subject thoroughly, critically and engagingly with their students.
These projects are designed principally for full-time or part-time teachers and librarians in public, charter, independent, and religiously affiliated schools, as well as home schooling parents. Museum educators and other K-12 school system personnel—such as administrators, substitute teachers, and curriculum developers—are also eligible to participate. Applicants must be United States citizens, residents of U.S. jurisdictions, or foreign nationals who have been residing in the United States or its territories for at least the three years immediately preceding the application deadline.
Each participant receives a stipend of $2,100 for the two week institute.
For more information and application instructions – https://www.intrepidmuseum.org/cold-war-collections
There is an upcoming career fair, sponsored by 27 school districts in St. Louis, on Saturday, Feb. 22nd, from 9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. at Parkway Central High School (369 N. Woods Mill Rd. 63017). Great opportunity for all teacher candidates and alumni!
Career Fair Link to register: http://bit.ly/MOASPASTLCAREERFAIR MOASPA Flyer is attached.
Advocacy Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/S2S3RV5