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Classroom Survivor - Seminar Sponsored by SPAGE

September 18, 2007 |

Just a quick reminder that the registration deadline is approaching for…

CLASSROOM SURVIVOR
How to Survive the Realities of Your First Classroom

A one-day seminar for student educators* sponsored by SPAGE and designed by graduates of the PAGE Teacher Academy for outstanding novice teachers

These outstanding new teachers are designing this conference just for you from a perspective of “what I wish I had known before having my first classroom.“ Join us!

When: Saturday, October 6, 2007, 9am – 3pm
Where: Macon State College

SPAGE members $20.00 / Non-members $30.00 Cost covers registration, materials and lunch.

So, You Think You Can Dance Teach? Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? Are you the next American Education Idol, or are you afraid of hearing “You’re Fired!“ Ever wished you had a Big Brother to show you the ropes or could just spend some time as The Apprentice? Hey, America’s Got Talent, and so do you! You don’t need an Extreme Makeover to be successful in the classroom. Don’t worry about feeling like The Biggest Loser; with the right training and information, you’ll feel like Dancing with the Stars! Before you enter the Amazing (Classroom) Race, let us teach you how to be a Survivor! Tentative List of Strands That Will Be Offered:

The Nanny

Strategies for maximizing good behavior: classroom management for elementary, middle & high

The Survivor

A survival kit for that all-important, most challenging first year

The Apprentice

Interview Techniques—Increase your chances of hearing “You’re Hired!“

Big Brother

Every first year teacher is given a mentor. Learn how to make the most of this valuable adviser.

The Amazing Race

Let’s face it. Teachers often feel as if they are given more curriculum to cover than they are given time to do it in. Learn how to map out your year to maximize the time you have with your students.Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?

Strategies for teaching math to both younger and older students

Meet My Folks

Teaching is much more than learning to deal with students. Learn how to build collegial relationships with parents, colleagues and administrators.

The People’s CourtA PAGE attorney will teach you how to avoid legal trouble in the classroom—based on real life experiences from Georgia teachers.

…and more!Advanced Online Registration Required

Click here to register. Registration closes September 30th.

* Student educator = any college student majoring in education. You do not need to be student teaching to attend.


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