Educator Open House at The Henry Ford with FREE admission to Museum, Village, Factory Tour on 4/21 - RSVP

It's time for the semi-annual FREE Educator Open House at The Henry Ford!
April 21, 2018 (Saturday)
Time: 9am - 2pm

Educators receive FREE admission for you and one additional guest* to Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation; PLUS receive FREE admission to Greenfield Village, Ford Rouge Factory Tour, and Giant Screen Theater, when you attend one of our Must See Viewing sessions!

Doors will open for check-in at 9:00 am. You will have 30 minutes to get coffee before our session starts at 9:30 am in Anderson Theater. Please note: food or drinks are not allowed in the theater and the rest of the museum is not open to guests until 9:30 am.

Must See Viewing Sessions
Anderson Theater
9:30am, 10:30am, and 11:30am
30 minutes per session
Sessions held in the theater, no food or drinks allowed.

The Henry Ford's Learning and Engagement team will introduce you to their new learning framework, the Model-I which guides you and your students through the actions and habits of innovators. They will also show you how to get your students and schools involved in the 2019 Invention Convention. Finally, you will preview our next exhibit, The Four Freedoms by Norman Rockwell.

Attending one of these sessions gets you and a guest free tickets to Greenfield Village, the Ford Rouge Factory Tour and Giant Screen Tickets.

The 2018 Pinewood Derby Race and Championship
The BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA Great Lakes Field Service Council will be hosting the 2018 Pinewood Derby Race and Championship in The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation. Races will be conducted throughout the day at various track locations throughout the museum. Stop by and check them out.

Online Registration and Check-In
For more information on Educator Open House, please contact our Call Center at 313-982-6001 or email at frederickr@thehenryford.org.

Ticket Prices
Admission and Parking are FREE for educators.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND TO REGISTER

The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd
Dearborn, MI 48124


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EMPLOYMENT: Cornerstone hosts Teacher Job Fair for FALL 2017 positions on 6/27

Cornerstone Education Group to host Job Fair...

Cornerstone Education Group is now hiring for positions within its five schools for the 2017 school year. The tuition-free charter school group has approximately 25 open positions to fill, including teachers in all K-12 subjects and speech pathologists.

Candidates should come prepared with a resume - enough for interviews with representatives from all 5 schools – and a copy of their current Michigan Teaching Certification.

Cornerstone has embarked on a major expansion in Detroit and estimates enrollment to nearly double in the next few years. The new Cornerstone Jefferson-Douglass Academy, set to open in fall 2017, is also prompting immediate hiring needs. In total, Cornerstone operates four kindergarten through eighth grade facilities and two high schools at five locations:

Lincoln-King Academy
Madison-Carver Academy
Washington-Parks Academy
Cornerstone Health + Technology High School
Cornerstone Jefferson-Douglass Academy

WHEN: 9:00 a.m-1p.m., Tuesday, June 27, 2017


WHERE: Cornerstone Health and Technology High School
17351 Southfield Fwy.
Detroit

WEBSITE: http://CEGSchools.org

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TEACHERS: FREE Admission for 2 to The Henry Ford Museum or Greenfield Village with secret code - ENDS 8/30

You've Earned an Educator-Only Perk..

Today I received an email about an offer that teachers will love.

Educators can visit Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation or Greenfield Village free with a guest on the day you choose through August 30, 2017. Use code TEACHVISIT and purchase tickets in person.

May not be combined with other offers. Must show email when redeeming (email link here). This offer must be redeemed in person; appropriate credentials will be required. Limit 2. Offer expires August 30, 2017.


The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-4088


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Educator Open House at The Henry Ford with FREE admission to Museum, Village, IMAX, Factory Tour on 4/16 - RSVP

FREE Educator Open House at The Henry Ford 
April 16, 2016 (9 am-5 pm; doors open at 8:30 am)

Educators receive FREE admission for you and one additional guest* to Henry Ford Museum & Giant Screen Theater. PLUS receive FREE admission to Greenfield Village and The Ford Rouge Factory Tour only when you attend one of our Must See Viewing sessions!


During the open house you will have the opportunity to attend a "Must See Viewing" session where The Henry Ford staff will speak about the newly re-designed Giant Screen Theater, its features, the Teacher’s Choice program, and how to tie it all together on a field trip. Then sit back and enjoy Deepsea Challenge 3D, National Parks 3D and/or Watermelon Magic.

9:00 AM - The Giant Screen Theater Seminar with Deepsea Challenge 3D
10:00 AM - The Giant Screen Theater Seminar with National Parks 3D
11:05 AM - Sensory Screening and Watermelon Magic

Highlights
Come experience a Sensory Friendly Screening of one of our newest films, Watermelon Magic. With a Sensory Friendly Screening the lights are turned up and the sound is turned down to create a more comfortable, enjoyable experience for people with autism and other sensory issues/special needs creating an environment of flexibility and acceptance for anyone unable to sit down for the entire film. Sensory Friendly Screenings will now be an option that can be applied to Teacher’s Choice selections.

Please visit the ‘Learn More’ stations to receive information on contests, workshops, new attractions, FREE resources and much more!

ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN!

As you leave the open house, please be sure to complete and turn in an evaluation survey for a chance to win FREE field trip admission for your class! (Must be a certified K-12 teacher with a classroom to win).

* Please note that the Educator Open House is exclusively for ‘active’ educators and limited to one guest per educator. The Henry Ford cannot give any additional tickets to accompanying family members and/or guests but tickets can be purchased on the day of the event in the Welcome Center lobby. Educators must provide credentials (certification, school ID or employee ID).

Ticket Prices
Free for educators (plus one guest!).

Parking
$6 per vehicle for non-members, free for members.

Check-in Information
- Head to the Welcome Center lobby on Saturday, April 16, 2016 (9am-5pm; Doors open at 8:30am)
- All participants must check-in at the registration desk in the Welcome Center lobby.
- Educators may register and bring one (1) guest of their choice*
- Educators must provide credentials (certification, school ID or employee ID).

For more information on the Educator Open House, please contact our Call Center at 313-982-6001 or email at frederickr@thehenryford.org.

Online registration & check-in

Register online for this event. CLICK HERE to register

The Henry Ford

20900 Oakwood Blvd
Dearborn, MI 48124

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FREE Ford Rouge Factory Tour and Henry Ford IMAX® Educator Open House 3/14 - RSVP REQUIRED

Ford Rouge Factory Tour and IMAX® Educator Open House
March 14, 2015 (9:20am-5:40pm; Doors open at 9:00am)

Come for exclusive access to the Ford Rouge Factory Tour and IMAX® films at The Henry Ford!  Educators will receive FREE admission to the Ford Rouge Factory Tour and The Henry Ford’s IMAX® Theatre. 

Tour an actual Ford factory and check out the all-new Manufacturing Innovation Theater for a multisensory experience. Then, immerse yourself in five of our IMAX® films, Humpback Whales, Secret Ocean 3D, Island of Lemurs 3D, D-DAY 3D: Normandy 1944 and Penguins 3D and learn about our flexible Teacher’s Choice @ IMAX® program. Complimentary soft drinks and popcorn will be available for educators as they enjoy the films.

Ford Rouge Factory Tour and IMAX® Educator Open House is exclusively for ‘active’ educators. Educators must provide credentials (certification, school ID or employee ID).

The Henry Ford will not provide complimentary tickets to any educator’s accompanying family members and/or guests but additional tickets can be purchased on the day of the event in the IMAX® lobby.

- Schedule of Events -

9:00 AM Doors Open, check-in begins

9:20 AM First bus departs to the Ford Rouge Factory Tour from The Henry Ford

10:00 AM Secret Ocean 3D

11:10 AM Island of Lemurs 3D

12:15 PM Humpback Whales

1:20 PM Secret Ocean 3D

2:25 PM Penguins 3D

3:00 PM Last bus departs to the Ford Rouge Factory Tour from The Henry Ford

3:30 PM Humpback Whales

4:35 PM Secret Ocean 3D

5:00 PM Last bus returns to The Henry Ford from Ford Rouge Factory Tour

5:40 PM D-DAY 3D: Normandy 1944

Buses to the Ford Rouge Factory Tour depart from The Henry Ford every 20 minutes, 9:20am-3pm. Buses return regularly from the Ford Rouge Factory Tour with the last bus returning to The Henry Ford at 5pm.

- About the IMAX films -

Humpback Whales

Narrated by Ewan McGregor

Running time approximately 45 minutes

Secret Ocean 3D

Narrated by Dr. Sylvia Earle

Running time approximately 45 minutes

Island of Lemurs 3D

Narrated by Morgan Freeman

Running time approximately 40 minutes

D-DAY 3D: Normandy 1944

Narrated by Tom Brokaw

Running time approximately 45 minutes

Penguins 3D

Narrated by David Attenborough

Running time approximately 40 minutes

- Check-In Information - 

- Head to the IMAX Lobby on Saturday, March 14, 2015 (9:20am-5:40pm; Doors open at 9am)

- All educators must check-in at the registration desk in the IMAX lobby.

- Educators must provide credentials (certification, school ID or employee ID).

- For more information on the Ford Rouge Factory Tour and IMAX® Educator Open House, please contact the Call Center at 313.982.6001.

Ford Rouge Factory Tour and IMAX® Educator Open House is exclusively for ‘active’ educators. Educators must provide credentials (certification, school ID or employee ID).

The Henry Ford will not provide complimentary tickets to any educator’s accompanying family members and/or guests but additional tickets can be purchased on the day of the event in the IMAX® lobby.

CLICK HERE to register for this FREE Educator Event

The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd
Dearborn, MI 48124


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TEACHERS: FREE "DIA AWAY" Educator Open House at the Detroit Institute of Arts 10/16 - RSVP

"DIA AWAY" PREVIEW EDUCATOR OPEN HOUSE
Thursday, October 16, 2014
DIA Student Lunchroom
4:30-7:00 p.m.

Celebrate the beginning of a new school year with DIA staff and your fellow educators and get an exclusive, educators-only preview experience of a brand-new DIA program, DIA Away.

DIA Away is a free, mobile interactive classroom that brings educational, hands-on art experiences to schools throughout Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties. The design of the creative exploration space and selection of artists and activities were made with students and teachers in mind as a key audience. DIA Away is designed to coordinate with school curriculum standards; elementary, middle and high school teachers will find direct links to both the National Visual Arts Standards and Common Core Standards for English/Language Arts.

- Explore the galleries with a DIA gallery teacher who will model the school field trip experience. Tours start at 4:30pm and will be offered throughout the event.

- Learn about new developments in DIA school resources and education programs.

- Enjoy light refreshments and conversations with colleagues.

- Enter a drawing for a Detroit staycation!

CLICK HERE TO RSVP FOR THE "DIA AWAY" PREVIEW EDUCATOR OPEN HOUSE - RSVP ENDS 10/10

Admission is FREE for residents of Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. All other educators can sign up for a DIA Educator Pass to receive free general admission to the museum. (Please note that your pass may take 1-2 weeks to arrive via e-mail.)


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Educator Open House at The Henry Ford with FREE admission to Museum, Village, IMAX 9/27 RSVP

FREE Educator Open House at The Henry Ford 
September 27, 2014 (9 am-5 pm; doors open at 8:15 am)

Educators will receive FREE admission for you and one additional guest to Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village. PLUS receive FREE admission to the IMAX Theatre only when you attend one of the educator overview sessions!

During the open house you will have the opportunity to attend an ‘overview’ session (9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. ONLY) and learn about the exciting NEW initiatives and resources The Henry Ford has coming up for the 2014-2015 school year, including:

The Henry Ford Innovation Nation TV series premiering this fall on CBS Dream Team that will tell the fascinating stories behind the world’s greatest inventions. CBS News correspondent and host of the show, Mo Rocca will be at Educator Open House so don’t miss this opportunity to see and hear from him!

The Henry Ford Innovation Nation Teacher Innovator Awards: Learn how to nominate yourself or a teacher for the national teacher innovator award and possibly win prizes like an all-expenses paid trip for the top ten winners to The Henry Ford to attend our weeklong Innovation Immersion Workshop.

Innovation Learning Accelerator (ILA): Discover how to join The Henry Ford’s learning revolution and give every child in America access to critical ideas, content on innovation, and problem-solving skills enabling them to be the next 21st-century innovator or STEM practitioner. Teacher Training with innovation curricula ready for implementation for those who join ILA.
Throughout the day, visit our ‘Learn More’ stations to receive information on field trips, scholarships, contests, new and FREE resources and much more!

ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN a FREE FIELD TRIP!

As you leave the open house, please be sure to complete and turn in an evaluation survey for a chance to win FREE field trip admission for your class! (Must be a certified K-12 teacher with a classroom to win).

NOTE:  that the Educator Open House is exclusively for ‘active’ educators and limited to one guest per educator. The Henry Ford cannot give any additional tickets to accompanying family members and/or guests but tickets can be purchased on the day of the event in the IMAX® lobby. Educators must provide credentials (certification, school ID or employee ID).

Check-In Information:

Head to the IMAX Lobby on Saturday, September 27, 2014 (9am-5pm; Doors open at 8:15am)

All participants must check-in at the registration desk in the IMAX lobby.

Educators may register and bring one (1) guest of their choice

Educators must provide credentials (certification, school ID or employee ID).

For more information on Educator Open House, please contact our Call Center at 313.982.6001 or email at staceys@thehenryford.org.

NOTE: This year there will be no free admission to the Ford Rouge Factory Tour during the educator open house because the Dearborn Truck Plant is in the midst of the 2015 F-150 Launch. Ford Rouge Factory Tour staff will be present at the open house to share exciting information on how the Factory Tour is changing with new theater experiences that will tell the story of America’s manufacturing and innovation.

Online registration & check-in

Register online for this event. CLICK HERE to register

The Henry Ford

20900 Oakwood Blvd
Dearborn, MI 48124

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TEACHERS: FREE Educator IMAX Open House at The Henry Ford in Dearborn on 3/29 - RSVP

Educator IMAX® Open House
March 29, 2014 (9:30 am-5:30 pm)
Join The Henry Ford for their Educator IMAX® Open House!

Educators receive FREE admission to The Henry Ford’s IMAX® Theatre to preview their three newest films, Jerusalem, D-DAY: Normandy 1944 3D and Penguins 3D and will learn about their flexible Teacher’s Choice @ IMAX® program.

Attendees may choose to view any and all of these films listed at the times in the schedule of events section.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE HENRY FORD EDUCATOR IMAX OPEN HOUSE

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE HENRY FORD EDUCATOR IMAX OPEN HOUSE ON 3/29


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Educator Open House at The Henry Ford with FREE admission to museums, factory tour, IMAX 9/28 RSVP

FREE Educator Open House at The Henry Ford 
September 28, 2013 (9 am-5 pm; doors open at 8:30 am)

Teachers will receive FREE admission for you and one additional guest to Henry Ford Museum® and Greenfield Village®.  You will also receive FREE admission to Ford Rouge Factory Tour and IMAX® Theatre when you attend one of the 20-minute Educator Overview Sessions.

Educator Overview Sessions: 9 am, 10 am and 11 am (20 minutes each)
The Henry Ford has developed unique and engaging educational experiences and opportunities for educators and students. At the Educator Overview Sessions, we will share a few of the 2013-2014 school year highlights, including scholarships, Summer 2014 NEH Teacher Workshops with stipends, the Teacher Fellow program, Building Stories student contest and more.

ENTER TO WIN!
Attend one of the Educator Overview Sessions and you will be eligible to win a FREE field trip for your class! (Must be a certified K-12 teacher with a classroom to win.)

Online registration & check-in

Register online for this event. CLICK HERE to register

Schedule of Events on 9/28

Head to the IMAX® Lobby (9 am-5 pm; doors open at 8:30 am)

All participants must check in at the registration desk in the IMAX® lobby.

Teachers may register and bring one (1) guest of their choice*

Teachers must provide credentials (certification or school ID).

For more information, please contact the Call Center at 313.982.6001 or Erin Milbeck Wilcox, education specialist, at 313.982.6100 x 2508.

*IMAX® and Ford Rouge Factory Tour tickets will be distributed after each session on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please note that the Educator Open House is exclusively for educators. The Henry Ford cannot give additional tickets to accompanying family members and guests, who will need to purchase their own admission tickets.

The Henry Ford

20900 Oakwood Blvd
Dearborn, MI 48124

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FREE Teacher Appreciation Day at The Henry Ford 10/6 with FREE Admission to all venues - DEARBORN

Join the FREE Educator Open House at The Henry Ford!
October 6, 2012 (9 am-5 pm; doors open at 8:30 am)

Receive FREE admission for you and one additional guest* to Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village. PLUS, receive FREE admission to Ford Rouge Factory Tour and IMAX Theatre when you attend one of the 20-minute educator overview sessions.

Educator Overview Sessions: 9 am, 10 am and 11 am (20 minutes each)
The Henry Ford has developed unique and engaging experiences and opportunities for educators and students. At the overview sessions, we will share a few of the 2012-2013 school year highlights.

Hear about Henry Ford partnership with PBS LearningMedia™ for the 2012 Teacher Innovator Awards, a new creative writing contest for students called Building Stories which celebrates Henry Ford’s 150th anniversary, and The Henry Ford Teacher Fellows program.

ENTER TO WIN!
Attend one of the educator overview sessions, and you will be eligible to win one of three Promethean ActivExpression Learner Response Systems or a FREE field trip for your class! (Must be a certified K-12 teacher with a classroom to win.)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR FREE HENRY FORD EDUCATOR EVENT ON 10/6

Check-In Information
- Head to the IMAX Lobby (9 am-5 pm; doors open at 8:30 am)
- All participants must check in at the registration desk in the IMAX lobby.
- Teachers may register and bring one (1) guest of their choice.**
- Teachers must provide credentials (certification or school ID).
- For more information, please contact our Call Center at 313.982.6001 or Erin Milbeck Wilcox, Education Specialist, at 313.982.6100, ext. 2508.

*IMAX and Ford Rouge Factory Tour tickets will be distributed after each session on a first-come, first-served basis.

**Please note that the Educator Open House event is exclusively for educators and their one guest of choice. The Henry Ford cannot give any tickets to additional family members and guests; they will need to purchase their own admission tickets. Credentials will be checked at the door. Teachers should bring their current school ID. Youth service providers should bring current work ID or membership cards and any other paperwork providing evidence of scout, after-school, or summer program leadership. For Boy Scouts, only troop scoutmasters and committee leaders are invited. Those without proper credentials will not be admitted.

The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-4088


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FREE Coffee for Teachers at Coffee Beanery on 5/9

Free coffee giveaway at participating Coffee Beanery U.S. locations in honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week

As the school year draws to an end, Coffee Beanery wants to help perk up the day for teachers by giving them a free cup of coffee on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 to commemorate National Teacher Appreciation Week.

Participating Coffee Beanery locations across the country will offer teachers a free tall cup of fresh brewed coffee all day on May 9th. Teachers must show valid school identification for the offer.

“Coffee Beanery wants to salute all teachers and recognize them for their dedication and hard work throughout the school year,” said JoAnne Shaw, founder of Coffee Beanery. “As our way of saying thank you, we want to treat teachers to a cup of coffee to show our appreciation for the invaluable contributions they make to educate, encourage and challenge our children.”

Participating Coffee Beanery locations include:

Florida – Miami and Tampa
Georgia – Columbus (First Avenue Café and Peachtree Mall locations)
Louisiana – Lake Charles
Michigan – Berkley, Detroit, Flint, Saginaw, South Haven, Sterling Heights and Wixom (click here for addresses of Michigan locations)
Minnesota – Buffalo, Cambridge and Shakopee
New Jersey – Jersey City
Ohio – Elyria and Maumee
Pennsylvania – Monaca
Texas – Corpus Christi, Houston, Killeen (Killeen Mall and Clear Creek locations)
Wisconsin – Portage and Village of Brown Deer

Coffee Beanery has over 100 locations throughout the U.S., 20 locations internationally, and is recognized as an industry leader for its unique family business approach, corporate culture and commitment to quality. Visit www.coffeebeanery.com for more information.


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CONTEST: Panera Bread is launching its “Top Teacher” contest in Metro Detroit starting 4/16

Photo Credit: Flickr Creative Commons

Do you know a “Top Teacher” in Metro Detroit?

WHAT: Panera Bread is launching its “Top Teacher” contest. Metro Detroit students, parents and others can nominate their favorite local K-12 teachers to be honored as the area’s favorite educator.

In addition to rewarding the winning teacher and the person who nominated them, each nomination will trigger a $1 donation to the United Way for Southeastern Michigan’s local summer backpack program for hunger relief.

WHEN: Nominations will be accepted April 16th – 30th

WHERE: http://www.panerabread.com/about/topteacher/

The winning teacher will receive 
- Panera Bread breakfast for their classroom
- $200 Panera gift card
- $100 in supplies!

School supplies come ever-so-handy at a time when a whopping 97% of teachers dip into their own pockets to purchase necessary supplies, according to the National Teaching Realities Survey, Kelton Research, 2010. The survey also found that in 2009, teachers spent more than $350 on average from their own income on supplies and materials!

Aside from rewarding the winning teacher, the individual who nominated them will be entered to win
- E-Reader
- $50 Panera Gift Card.

Winners will be announced during National Teacher’s Week May 7th – 11th.  Click here for contest rules.

Anyone who knows of a deserving teacher can head to www.panerabread.com/topteacher to submit their nomination.


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TEACHERS: FREE Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition & TITANICA IMAX® film Educator Event at The Henry Ford 4/3 - RSVP

Free Titanic Educator Preview

On April 3, educators will have the exclusive opportunity to experience Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition and the film TITANICA. You'll learn how the promised voyage and tragic demise are catalysts for science, history, geography, language arts, math and technology lessons.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON THE FREE TITANIC EDUCATOR PREVIEW AT THE HENRY FORD

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE FREE TITANIC EDUCATOR PREVIEW AT THE HENRY FORD

The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-4088


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TEACHERS: FREE Driving America Educator Event at the Henry Ford Museum 3/10 or 3/13 - RSVP

Take a FREE Test Drive of Driving America

Driving America, the World's Premier Automotive Exhibition at the Henry Ford Museum, is centered around an unparalleled collection of historically significant vehicles, this remarkable mix of authentic artifacts, digital media, interactive play and personal accounts focuses on the enormous influence the automobile has had on American culture—from the automotive innovations that have changed our lives to the everyday choices we make.

Teachers, cruise in for the FREE Driving America Educator Event at the Henry Ford Museum, where you'll see how the new exhibition allows students to experience the evolution of transportation firsthand. 

Register for the day that's best for you, March 10 or March 13.

The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-4088

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TEACHERS: Field Trip Assistance Grants for the DIA still available - NEW DEADLINE 1/13/2012

Target supports Detroit Institute of Arts Field Trips for 8,000 Students


One Hundred schools received grants; limited funds still available

Thanks to a generous grant from Target, 8000 students in grades three through 12 can look forward to a field trip to the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) early next year. One hundred schools in southeast Michigan that otherwise might not have been able to afford a museum visit will have their admission and transportation costs reimbursed.

“I know we are not alone in expressing our appreciation for Target’s generosity that directly benefits school children,” said Graham W. J. Beal, DIA director. “For many students, this is their first exposure to some of the world’s greatest art, and will, I hope, make them want to come back again.”

There are still some funds available for admission and/or transportation costs for a limited number of self-guided visits to the museum in January, February and March 2012. Grants are available for schools in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Washtenaw counties for students in grades three through 12. Teachers need to apply online by Friday, Jan. 13, 2012 at www.dia.org/learn/teachers.aspx.

Decisions will be made based on geographic and grade level distribution. Title One schools will receive additional consideration. Applicants will be notified about awards by email the following week. For questions or more information, email studenttours@dia.org.

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TEACHERS: FREE Educator's Pass to the Detroit Institute of Art (DIA)

Attention Metro Detroit Teachers! This FREE is for YOU..

Did you know that teachers can signup for a FREE annual pass to the Detroit Institute of Arts? To qualify, teachers must fill out an application on the DIA website with information about your school.

Teachers will be required to show the Educators Pass along with school identification for FREE general museum admission (excludes special exhibitions).

Click here to get your FREE Educator's Pass to the DIA

Detroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, Michigan 48202
313.833.7900

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TEACHERS: Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) offers Field Trip Assistance Grants - DEADLINE 11/15

Schools can apply for help with admission and transportation costs to DIA by Nov. 15

Thanks to a generous grant from Target, the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) is able to provide assistance for museum admission and transportation costs for a limited number of school field trips for students in grades three through 12. Teachers must apply for the financial aid by Nov. 15 for museum field trips planned for Jan. through March 2012.

“Target’s initiative is especially welcome in the current economic climate,” said Graham W. J. Beal, DIA director. “By providing financial assistance to schools that might not otherwise be able to afford field trips to the DIA, Target is helping us introduce thousands of children to the wonders of art.”

This is the second year Target has provided the field trip grant to the DIA. Last year the museum was able to serve close to 7,000 students in 88 schools in the metro Detroit area.

Teachers can apply for assistance by going to http://bit.ly/targetgrant and choosing either “set up a guided visit” or “set up a self-guided visit.” The application must be submitted by Nov. 15. The words “Target Grant Request” should be entered into the “Special Needs” box on the form.

Awards will be made to reflect a wide geographic and grade level distribution. Title One schools will receive additional consideration. Applicants will be notified about awards by email before Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2011.

Detroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, Michigan 48202
313.833.7900

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Earn a FREE Master's Degree with the Woodrow Wilson Michigan Teaching Fellowship

Get your Masters Degree for FREE when you agree to teach in high-need Michigan Secondary Schools...

This week, I was driving home from work when I heard on the radio an advertisement for the Woodrow Wilson Michigan Teaching Fellowship.  Until I heard about it on the radio, I did not know a thing about this program, but it made me take notice when I heard the phrases "FREE Masters Degree", "Michigan State University" and "$30,000 Stipend".

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation's Woodrow Wilson Michigan Teaching Fellowship is designed for college seniors, recent college graduates, and career changers who have a background in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics and would like to become teachers in high-need Michigan secondary schools, including Detroit.  The Teaching Fellowship includes:

• a $30,000 stipend (YES, you have to use the money to pay for your degree program)
• admission to a master's degree program at one of six Michigan partner institutions
• preparation in a high-need urban or rural secondary school
• support and mentoring throughout the three-year teaching commitment
• guidance toward teaching certification and licensure

Pick from some of the best schools in Michigan, if not the country...
The Master's degree program can be completed at your pick of the best universities in the area including Michigan State University, Eastern Michigan Univsersity and Wayne State University.  After completing the master's degree program, individuals must fulfill a three year teaching commitment at a designated Michigan Public School.

The Fellowship is open to college seniors, graduates, and career changers who:

• have U.S. citizenship or permanent residency;
• have attained, or expect to attain by June 30, 2012, a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university;
• have majored in and/or have a strong professional background in a STEM field (science, technology, engineering, or math);
• have achieved a cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale (negotiable for applicants from institutions that do not employ a 4.0 GPA scale)

Participating Universities (in alphabetical order):	Participating School Districts (in alphabetical order):
Eastern Michigan University	Battle Creek Public Schools
Grand Valley State University	Benton Harbor Area Schools
Michigan State University	Detroit Public Schools
University of Michigan	Grand Rapids Public School District
Wayne State University	Kalamazoo Public Schools
Western Michigan University

I would like to note that since the $30,000 is a stipend, the receipent would have to pay taxes on the money. 

If getting $30,000 to complete your Master's degree and making a real impact with students sounds like something you would like to do, then find out more by reading the Woodrow Wilson Michigan Teaching Fellowship FAQ.

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FREE Teacher Appreciation Day at The Henry Ford 10/1 with FREE Admission to all venues - DEARBORN (REGISTRATION HAS ENDED)

The Henry Ford Teacher Open House
October 1, 2011
9am–5pm; Doors open at 8:30am

FREE admission to Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village. PLUS receive FREE admission to Ford Rouge Factory Tour and IMAX Theatre when you attend one of our 20-minute educator sessions.

Click here to register for the Teacher Open House today!

Event Highlights

Educator Sessions: 9am, 10am and 11am
If you’re wondering where you should take your students this school year, The Henry Ford is The Only Place. It’s educational and fun! Visit one of our educator sessions to hear about our upcoming permanent exhibit; Driving in America, opening January 2012. It’s described as being innovative, interactive, explorative and engaging. This exhibit will convey an American story of innovation and how it transformed our daily lives. Don’t miss the opportunity to be introduced to this exhibit and see behind the scene glimpses of our upcoming exhibition.

ENTER TO WIN!
Attend one of our educator sessions and you will be eligible to win a $500 prize package that includes: A FREE Field Trip for your class, Annual Family Membership, and a handmade item from one of our Artisans in Greenfield Village.  (Must be a certified K-12 teacher with a classroom to win)

Follow the Yellow Brick Road and join us in the museum today for the opening of The Wizard of Oz Children’s Educational Exhibition.
Don’t miss this opportunity!

*IMAX and Ford Rouge Factory Tour tickets will be distributed after each session on a first-come first-serve basis

Event check-in
IMAX Lobby (8:30am-4pm)

All participants must check-in at the registration desk in the IMAX lobby.

Teachers may register and bring a guest of their choice.
Teachers must provide credentials (certification or school ID)
For more information, please contact our Call Center at 313.982.6001.

The Henry Ford
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
Dearborn, MI 48124-4088

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FREE Educator's Open House at the U-M Exhibit Museum of Natural History 9/22 ANN ARBOR

FREE EDUCATORS' OPEN HOUSE
Thursday, September 22 — 4:30-6:30 pm

This FREE event is open to educators and their family members. Preview the Museum’s new and most popular school programs and planetarium experiences, get first dibs on scholarships and field trip slots, and take a tour of our prehistoric life exhibits.

A light pizza dinner will be served.

Sign up for a behind the scenes tour of the Mammals Collection at 4:30 (limited availability, educators only).  R.S.V.P. to register for the Mammals tour : 734-764-0480.


U-M Exhibit Museum of Natural History
1109 Geddes Avenue, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1079.
(734) 764-0478 Fax: (734) 647-2767

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