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  Council Scholar Program 2011-2012

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte is pleased to announce the Council Scholar Awards for   the 2011-2012 school year. The Council Scholar Program offers a unique opportunity for selected educators (K-12) to travel out of the country and bring their experiences abroad home to their school community in North Carolina. 

 

We are looking for  internationally-minded educators and administrators who are currently working to provide a global perspective in their classrooms.  Applicants should have a desire to immerse themselves in an international topic/region and be enthusiastic about bringing their experiences home to their classroom, school and colleagues.

Applications must be received by 4 p.m. on November 11th, 2011. They may mailed or hand delivered to the Council.

Our mailing address:

 

World Affairs Council of Charlotte

UNC Charlotte, CHHS 227

9201 University City Blvd.

Charlotte, NC 28223 

 

Open to teachers and administrators (K-12) in the following counties: Mecklenburg, Union, Cabarrus, Gaston and Iredell

 

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Charlotte Klopp by phone at (704) 687-7759 or e-mail cklopp@worldaffairscharlotte.org

 

Are you interested in applying for the Council Scholar 2011-2012 (Germany.Austria.Switzerland) Program Click here

 

Presbyterian Hospital

Germany Language & Culture Foundation

 
 

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte is committed to the expansion of international education in area schools. The Council Scholar Program is designed to annually reward a few outstanding teachers or administrators, grades K-12, in our community who have demonstrated a commitment to international education.

 The 2011-2012 school year marks the 18th year of the Council Scholar Program. The Council would like to thank the Wells Fargo, Carolinas HealthCare System, German Culture and Language Foundation,  Presbyterian HealthCare, BAE Systems and UNC Charlotte for their generous support.

 The Council Scholar Program not only gives the recipient visibility and recognition, but also provides rewarding educational experiences.  The 2011-2012 Scholar will enjoy:

·         Recognition at our 2012 World Citizen Award Dinner
·         Invitations to special Council programs and dinner receptions
·         Lifetime Council membership
·         The opportunity to coordinate seminars and roundtable discussions with past scholars and experts
            for curriculum development, content enrichment, classroom resources and professional interaction
·         A scholarship of up to $2500 for study abroad or international conference attendance

Not only is the program designed to honor exemplary educators, but it will also enhance the Scholars’ international educational experiences in order to further impact their classrooms, schools and communities.  

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