Council Scholar 2011-2012 Program

	Council Scholar Program 2011-2012 (Germany/Austria/Switzerland - German Speaking Region) Extended deadline: January 21, 2012
	The World Affairs Council of Charlotte is pleased to announce the Council Scholar Awards (Germany) for the 2011-2012 school year. The Council Scholar Program offers a unique opportunity for selected German language teachers (K-12) in public and independent schools to go to Germany, Austria or Switzerland (German speaking region). Teachers may also choose to participate in local German education and/or German professional development program in the greater Charlotte area. This program is funded by the German Language and Culture Foundation. Applications must be received by 4 p.m. on Friday, January 21st, 2012 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 German language teachers (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 (General Program) Click here


	The World Affairs Council of Charlotte and German Language and Culture Foundation are committed to the expansion of international education in area schools. The Council Scholar Program (Germany) is designed to annually reward a few outstanding German language teachers, grades K-12, in our community who have demonstrated a commitment to international education. 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 (programs abroad or locally in the greater Charlotte area) 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.	Download 2011-2011 Council Scholar Application (Germany.Austria.Switzerland) Click Here for a List of Frequently Asked Questions 2010-2011 Council Scholar Recipients Two German Scholars) 2009-2010 Council Scholar Recipients One German Scholar)

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