How much time am I required to be out of the classroom?
LT I
Session days for LT I–Real-World Workshops, with the exception of the
opening overnight retreat, are held one day of the month during the school
day.
The overnight retreat runs from a Thursday to Friday afternoon in
late September. The remaining seven session days are held monthly during the
school day and so require teachers
to miss one day of school a month from November through May.
Although 8 days out of the classroom during the year is a big commitment,
teachers have found that these program days are highly informative, offer a
rewarding way to build real-world connections between
the classroom and the business world, and are incredibly energizing. As one
teacher
said, "[This program] has helped to swing me back to my original love
of education–to open doors for kids."
LT II
With the exception of the first and last days, session days for
LT II–Design
and Implementation Seminar--are held outside of the school day and so do not
require
participants
to miss
much
classroom
time.
LT III
Aside from attending the Real World Education Conference in May, planning meetings
for LT III--Real World Education Conference Planning Committee--are held
outside of the school day and so do not require participants to miss much
classroom
time.
LT IV
Aside from attending the Real World Education Conference in May, planning
meetings for LT IV--Alumni Planning and Advisory Committee--are
held outside of the school day and so do not require
participants
to much classroom time.
Why does LT I meet during the school day/year?
The mission of Leadership Teacher is to build real-world connections between
the classroom and the business world, which requires program days to run during
a regular workday. Through networking and information and resource sharing during
each session day, participants return to the classroom energized to try out
various ideas and lesson plans with their school or school district. For this
reason, participants appreciate the month between sessions to assimilate and
share information with other teachers and with their students and to receive
feedback on that information before focusing on a new curriculum area.
How much is program tuition?
The program tuition for districts to LT I–Real-World Workshops is $700/teacher
for one teacher; $600/teacher for two teachers; $500/teacher for three or more
teachers. Tuition includes program materials, all meals and supplies
for the retreat, all
meals for each of the seven session days, admission to the Real World Education
Conference (a $99 value), and ongoing connection via the threaded discussion
groups on the LT Web site.
The program tuition for districts for LT II–Design and Implementation
Seminar is $300/teacher for one teacher or $275/teacher for two or more teachers
and includes program materials, administration, facilitation, and ongoing
connection
via the threaded discussion groups on the LT Web site.
The program tuition for districts for LT III--Real World Education Conference Planning Committee--is $300/teacher for one teacher or $275/teacher for two or more teachers.
The program tuition for districts for LT IV--Alumni Planning and Advisory
Committee--is $250/teacher.
Can I earn graduate credits?
Through an agreement with Plymouth State University, participants
in LT I, LT II, and LT III may earn six pre-Masters or post-Masters graduate
credits. Participants in LT IV may earn eight pre-Masters or post-Masters graduate
credits. (Click
here for more information).
How do I apply for graduate credits?
LT I, LT II, LT III, and LT IV program participants who elect to earn graduate
credits through Plymouth State University may download the appropriate Graduate
Course
Registration
Form and after completing the form, should mail it with payment of
directly to:
GRADUATE STUDIES IN EDUCATION
17 HIGH STREET MSC 11B
PLYMOUTH, NH 03264
Click here to access your appropriate Graduate Course Registration Form.
What is the value of participating in LT I program days outside my area of expertise?
One of the goals of Leadership Teacher's programs is to increase awareness
of the cross-curricular nature of most careers and to address a recognized
need
in the business world for employees to work effectively in group settings with
people of various backgrounds and interests. In addition, teachers have an
incredible
opportunity to increase career awareness among their students and to help students
appreciate how classroom work is relevant to future career paths, no matter
what field a student may choose to pursue.
How does the program work for such a broad audience–K-12 teachers?
Leadership Teacher is committed to catalyzing dialogue about common issues
faced by educators across the K-12 continuum and exploring innovative ways for
educators to collaborate and establish networking channels to strengthen curriculum
flow from K-12.
Who Plans LT I's Session Days?
Leadership Teacher coordinates LT I affiliate programs in partnership with
local Chambers of Commerce and other interested organizations.
Volunteer steering committees of business and educator co-chairs meet monthly
to plan LT I session days and provide feedback on program development.
Leadership Teacher works closely with each LT I affiliate program to maintain
high quality standards and program consistency. Through research, session day
evaluations,
year-end surveys, and long-term program evaluations, Leadership Teacher continuously
upgrades and improves the program.
Why Should Businesses or Sponsors Participate?
By being a program sponsor, hosting a session day, or participating as a keynote speaker, businesses and sponsors have a unique opportunity to engage in dialogue with educators and explore innovative business-to-education partnerships that work at the community level to strengthen our schools.
Who Should Apply?
Leadership Teacher seeks educators who are innovative in their classrooms,
schools, or school districts and who are committed to their important role
of
developing the future workforce. Any K-12 teacher from a public, private, or
parochial school is eligible to apply to our programs. We have teachers of
all
grade levels and subject areas participate, and also have had educators participate
who are more focused on school-wide or district-wide curriculum development
or administrative work than classroom work. The application process is competitive
since we are committed to class sizes no larger than 21 and balanced numbers
of elementary, middle, and high school teacher participants.
What is the Application Process?
Educators interested in applying to Leadership Teacher must submit
an online application, available on our Web site, and have
their principal
and/or assistant superintendent or superintendent
sign the application as well. Please mail the signed application to: Leadership
Teacher, PO Box 2255, Concord, NH 03301.
How Many Teachers Should A School District Send?
We recommend that school districts send teams of teachers from each level
(a minimum of two each from elementary, middle, and high school) to encourage
collaboration and teambuilding within individual school buildings. At a minimum,
we encourage school districts to send at least one elementary, one
middle,
and
one high
school
teacher.
When
districts send teachers from all levels there is a common thread in service
curriculum that develops.
When Should I Apply?
The online application process for LT I, LT II, LT III, and LT IV
begins in the spring of each school year with priority applications accepted
through the end of the school
year.
From
June until mid-October, we accept applications into our programs as space
allows.
How Can I Participate in the Program?
If you are a K-12 educator interested in applying to a regional LT I affiliate
program, a Chamber of Commerce, or other organization, interested in establishing
an
affiliate
program in your area, interested in volunteering on a local affiliate program
steering committee, a business interested in speaking at or hosting an LT
session
day, or interested in being a program sponsor of Leadership Teacher, please
click
here to fill out our form for more information.
What if a Leadership Teacher program is not currently being offered in my region?
If a Leadership Teacher program is not currently being offered in your region,
find out how you, your school, or your business can participate in Leadership
Teacher by contacting us directly at: info@leadershipteacher.org