Design Your Own Transformative PD: Fund for Teachers Applications Now Open
The BTU is a proud local partner of Fund for Teachers, a national organization dedicated to enriching the personal and professional growth of teachers by recognizing and supporting them as they identify and pursue opportunities around the globe that will have the greatest impact on their practice, the academic lives of their students, and on their school communities. Applications are now open for this year’s cycle. Teachers may apply for grants of $5,000 (individuals) or $10,000 (teams) to design professional learning experiences that inspire and sustain them as people and professionals.
Fund for Teachers Information Sessions
Though proposals are not due until January, it helps to get started as soon as possible familiarizing yourself with the application process. The BTU will hold info sessions on Monday, October 24 from 4-6 PM and Thursday, November 17 from 4:30-6:30 PM and a special session on Monday, November 7 from 4:30-6:30 PM for those seeking inspiration to apply. RSVP links are coming soon, but you may respond now by emailing Paul.
Seeking Retired Teachers for Mentoring Opportunity
The Aspire Teacher Support Program at Wheelock College is currently looking for five mentors who are willing to work with a new teacher in BPS schools located in East Boston. Fluency in Spanish is helpful. Apply today!