Tipton County Summer Institutes ‘09
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I get paid for attending more than one institute?
A: Teachers who return to teach in Tipton County may receive a stipend for attending two (2) institutes (up to $700).
Q: How many institutes may I attend?
A: Teachers may sign up for more than two but placement in more than two will be made based on the availability of seats in the institute(s). Teachers who return to teach in Tipton County may receive a stipend for attending two (2) institutes (up to $700).
Q: Can I take Technology I, II and/or III this summer?
A: Technology builds on the learning from each Academy. Technology I is offered after Technology II. Technology II is designed for teachers who participated in Technology I during July 2008. Teachers who believe that they have advanced skills may request permission to skip Technology II in order to take Technology III this summer. Permission may be granted through the instructor.
Q: Why are there no Highly Qualified Institutes being offered this year? I have been in the past and they were great!
A: The state is not offering those. The state reports that 97.6% of Tennessee teachers are now Highly Qualified in their areas.
Q: Is there college credit available?
A: No
Q: Can I earn points toward renewal of my professional license?
A: Yes, but you may not receive a stipend and earn points.
Q: I have not heard if I was accepted to both institutes to which I applied, why not?
A: Notices will be sent as stated on the application, by April 24, 2009. If the seats for an Institute fill prior to the application deadline, notices will be sent for that specific Institute.
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