Summer Teachers Conference

Conference Theme:
"WWII: Coming Home"

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Conference Overview
The "WWII: Coming Home" conference commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory in World War II. This milestone event will examine how World War II transformed the United States, focusing on the profound shifts in society, economy, and culture during and after the war. Central to this exploration is the transition of veterans from wartime service to peacetime roles, highlighting the personal and societal challenges they faced. This conference seeks to equip educators with tools, strategies, and resources to delve into the multifaceted transformation of America during this pivotal period, ensuring future generations appreciate the enduring legacy of World War II.

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Conference Benefits:

• The conference is FREE, and includes accommodations, meals, and up to $500 for a travel stipend.
• Each participating educator will receive a Certificate of Attendance, verifying conference session participation. This certificate may be used to apply for continuing education credits with your accrediting institution.

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Eligibility:

The program is open to elementary, middle, and high school teachers, as well as college professors at accredited public, charter, private, or parochial schools who will be teaching during the 2024–2025 school year. Media specialists, librarians, curriculum coordinators, and academic coaches are also eligible, provided they spend at least half of their time directly instructing students.

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Community Service Commitment:

At the core of the Friends' Teachers Network and Conference program is the idea of community service. As part of your participation, each attendee is expected to involve their students in fulfilling a community service obligation within their communities during the year following the conference.

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Application Process:

To apply, please complete the form below by no later than Friday, March 7, 2025.