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Where: Livonia Franklin High School Dates: Monday June 25 - Friday June 29, 2012 Time: 7:45am - 6:00pm daily (4-6 Wellness Options)
Save Money with Early Bird and Group Rates. *Group rates (3 or more from same school at same time).See rate chart at the bottom of the page.
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Course # and Title: PDSI 9414 Strengthening Eduactors to be Their Best
University of the Pacific 3 Semester Graduate Level Credits
Three credit class is a forty-five hour week
Check with your school district and local union for salary advancement or professional growth contract agreement. These credits do not apply towards a graduate-level degree unless okayed by your Academic Advisor. They are continuing education credits and can be used for salary advancement.
Transcripts: Order an official transcript online after the unofficial transcript is received.
SPECIAL FEATURES: Everything you’ve grown to expect from SI and more!
- Relevant Michigan Standards Based Presentations
- Interesting PLC Collaboration Component
- Important Wellness Activities
- Innovative Technology
Look for more 2012 speakers to be added soon!
Marilyn Lane has been a classroom teacher, a school principal and Associate Professor at the University of Santa Clara, where she was responsible for student teachers.She held the positions of President of the California Association for the Gifted (an organization with over 5,000 members), Director of the California Center for Self-Esteem, and Vice-President of the National Association for Self-Esteem. She has authored curriculum materials on self-esteem, behavior management, and education of the gifted for parents and educators and is coauthor of the book Parenting With Purpose: Developing Children With Values and Vision. She has also presented at conferences and workshops for teachers throughout the U.S. and in ten different countries.
Marilyn Lane,
Keynote Speaker
Reflection on 40 Teaching Years Dennis Desmarais has been a fixture at Summer Institute for the past 9 years. His observations and experiences in teaching and administration in the last thirty plus years have made us acutely aware of the communicating aspects in education. Teaching is more than classroom objectives. We are always reminded of the qualities of the best teachers he has observed. Dennis is presently the Superintendent of Riverview Community Schools in downriver metropolitan Detroit.
Dennis Desmarais,
Keynote Speaker
Former Superintendent, Riverview Schools, Michigan
More Speaker will be announced later
Professional Learning Community (PLC) |
How often do you get to share and absorb successful teaching practices, in specific subjects, with your peers through Professional Learning Communities (PLC)?...Now you can! SI has facilitated popular PLC's since 1987! PLC Peer group horizontal and vertical sessions will be included in the weekly schedule. |
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Tying Together Curriculum and Technology Being engaged in the classroom is one of the keys to deep learning. Come spend some time to focus on how and why we use technology to enhance delivery and assessment of curriculum. The session will discuss the paradigm shift teachers and districts are making when choosing technology tools to assist in the delivery of content and will also explore how Mobi's and eInstruction Classroom Response Systems can be used to help with classroom management and delivery of curriculum. See examples of how using these tools can help teachers to actively engage all students in classrooms with ever increasing numbers, check student understanding throughout a lesson, provide on-going real-time feedback during lessons, differentiate instruction based on student understanding, and efficiently assess and record student knowledge. See examples of how teachers can use these tools to make learning visible and take learning to a deeper level using quality questioning strategies during instruction. |
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“Investing in Turbulent Markets” Total wellness includes financial security! Valic teacher retirement seminars will be available for free financial consulting at all sites |
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Choice of Multiple Experiential Field Trips are available at each site. See example below of one of our Washington sites:
Breakout Sessions: TBA
Daily Wellness Options
Facilitated and Self-guided activities available:
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Walking
- Other activities TBA
Why Wellness Options are Relevant:
- National Health Epidemic
- NEA Magazine claims the leading health issue for women teachers is heart disease – stress
- Teachers operate at top performance levels when they are healthy & content
- Teachers modeling wellness for our next generation
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- Okemos, June 18-22, 2012
Each venue offers unique geographic opportunities: Check website for more info…
Check with your school district and local union for salary advancement.
What to Bring: Casual attire, comfortable walking shoes AND a good attitude for learning, improving your wellness and building relationships! We’ll provide everything else!
Note: Staff development funds may be used for these classes (check with your school district). Also, Treasury Regulation Schedule I-162 permits income tax deduction. Be sure to save your receipt. There will be a $100 non refundable deposit and no refunds after June 1.
Testimonials from Livonia Franklin High School:
Absolutely every single presenter gave me something, usually more than one thing, to take back to my classroom. A positive experience. I would strongly suggest every teacher, principal, administrator take this course! Judy Foster C Bentley Elementary.
The Summer Institute courses are an excellent way to earn credits in a comfortable, diverse, enjoyable environment. The topics covered are wide-ranging and informative. I enjoyed the opportunity to learn from colleagues as well as presenters. I will and do highly recommend taking a Summer Institute course. Paul Chisholm Roosevelt Elementary
This Summer Institute reenergizes, educates, informs in an atmosphere that’s relaxing and casual. The best week of professional camaraderie I’ve spent! Paula Henley Frost Middle School.
I would highly recommend this Summer Institute class. What a great way for an educator to rekindle and energize their teaching. Joanne Mink Northville High School.
This class far exceeded my expectations because the ideas were practical and truly useful in my teaching. Margaret Cottrill Livonia Franklin High School.
If you wish to renew your passion for teaching and get re-energized this class is for you. Alice Dechert, Northville High School.
Summer Institute is a great way to earn credits and leave with immediate practical strategies you can use in your classroom now. Susan Sourbeck, Hulsing Elementary.
Loved it! Gave us plenty of opportunity to mingle with other teachers. Presenters were selected from all parts of the educational field. The informal setting was awesome to learn in. L. Krishnan, Burton International..
In addition to great ideas for the classroom from inspirational speakers, this class gave me a real sense of community with the other teachers. It has been a long time since I have felt this level of support and caring from a group of people I didn’t know 5 days earlier.
This class provided an excellent chance to share quality ideas and experiences with colleagues in a relaxed environment. Chad Dicken, Northville High School.
This class has left me energized and motivated to recharge my teaching career. My attitude is everything! Kimberly Thompson, Burton International School.
This class was refreshing and motivating! It inspired me to be a better teacher. I am excited to apply what I learned next fall. Dana Grizzell, Snow Elementary Dearborn Public Schools.
I am walking out of this class with so many ideas. I am excited to start the new school year. Bentley Elementary. Plymouth/Canton Schools.
I truly enjoyed this course! I was told of its merits, but I had to create the experience for myself. The multiplicity of people, positions, and varying levels of experience make the desire to continue to learn and evolve, easy! Michael T. Robertson, Burton International.
Testimonials from Okemos:
Some Testimonials SI 2011
The information shared by the presenters was current and relevant to the atmosphere we are currently teaching and working. I look forward to returning so that I can stay ahead of the curve instead of playing catch-up.
-Traci Coldiron, E.E. Knight Elementary School
To be totally honest...It was the best summer course work I’ve ever done. I’m a 25 year veteran, so I feel the SI truly fits the credit requirement in a super fun and interesting way.
–Virginia Cruz, Pleasant View Magnet School
An excellent variety of subject matter and things to do. The speakers were motivating in many ways. I’m already excited about putting ideas into action in my classroom for the upcoming year.
-Gail Cook, Schavey Road Elementary
This SI offers today’s educator an awesome opportunity to learn and earn three college credits in a non-stressed environment. It also allows attendees to form relationships with peers from school districts across Michigan. I would definitely take this class in the future.
-Paul Cryderman, Lakeview Middle School
Summer Institute provides the opportunity for a teacher to learn about up-to-date topics, strategies, and philosophies in education while being reminded to take time out for him or herself because a teacher’s well-being is equally important.
-Laurie Cathcart, St Thomas Aquinas School
Even though I’ve attended SI in the past, this week is such a refreshing change of pace! I love the opportunity to spend a week with area educators and collectively recall what’s positive about our profession.
-Lori Briegel, Woodcreek Magnet School
This was my first time attending Summer Institute, and it definitely won’t be my last! There were so many wonderful activities and speakers and more information and fun then you would ever expect to find in one place. It was such a positive experience! Love you Dick! Thanks for all your hard work and organization, and for making it affordable for teachers!
-Rochelle Bradke, Hayes Middle School
Summer Institute facilitated a week long class filled with topics relevant to teaching in today’s classroom. They made learning fun!
-Jessica Benavides, Elmhurst Elementary School
Great opportunity to hear from experts in fields related to/in education. The stress-free environment is a nice change from expectations of many courses.
-Jim Banas, Kinawa Middle School
I thought this was an excellent opportunity to gain valuable information and meet other people, not to mention very well organized and affordable. I would definitely do this again.
-Troy Henning, Laingsburg Elementary School
This is my fourth year at Summer Institute. As in past years, I continue to be impressed with the quality of the speakers and the wide scope of information offered. There is certainly something for everyone in this course.
-Joni Henretty, Hayes Middle School
Summer Institute was a great experience! New relationships were created, ideas exchanged, and information gained. I’m looking forward to implementing several concepts within my classroom!
-Jennifer Goellner, Wexford Montessori
Best workshop, hands-on activities class I ever took! Engaging speakers, relevant break-out sessions and health and fitness included! Especially liked the camaraderie and chance to meet and share education ideas with colleagues.
-Diane Graham, Woodcreek Magnet School
This was a great time! I love the variety of topics to keep you interested that can be immediately applied to my teaching. I will definitely take this class again!
-Nicole Greiter, Dansville
This was my first year participating in SI and I had a wonderful, positive experience. I loved having the opportunity to network with other educators from all over, but I also appreciate having the opportunity to learn from them as well. I look forward to participating again in the future and continuing to engage in learning opportunities to help me grow as a professional and as a person.
-Melissa Gomes, C.W. Otto Middle School
SI was well organized and offered a variety of topics and activities to maintain interest and motivation. I also enjoyed the opportunity to collaborate and connect with colleagues both within and outside my school district.
-Pattiya Dabler, Haslett High School
The class was relevant, powerful and stress-free. I thoroughly enjoyed the week. Thank-you.
-Lina Delbridge, Northwest Elementary School
The variety of speakers and topics keeps me engaged. Being able to pick up a couple new ideas to use in the fall is what every teacher looks for. This can definitely be found at SI.
-Michele Burt, Fowlerville Junior High School
Wonderfully inspiring. The positive attitude is a refreshing integration with life long learning. Learned a lot of useful material. I laughed a lot too!
-Alexandre S. Andrez-Miller, Lansing School District
This has been the most enjoyable way to earn 3 credits ever! I’ve made new friends and learned a lot. What could be better than that?
-David Aultz, C. W. Otto Middle School
The Summer Institute was a great week of relevant topics, meaningful discussion, and professional exchange. This is an excellent opportunity for all educators!
-Troy Noeker, Haslett Public Schools
To put simply—one of the greatest classes I have ever taken. I will be back….no doubt.
-Ross Malatinsky, Elliott Elementary School
I thoroughly enjoyed my first experience participating in the Summer Institute. I loved the variety of activities/speakers. This has been more meaningful than many other PD I’ve had. It’s a great way to earn credits for certificate renewal! The staff is fun, enthusiastic, and helpful!
-Rachel Martel, Northwest Elementary School
The Summer Institute provides an opportunity for educators to rejuvenate, refresh emotionally and physically, build relationships, and learn to approach topics and students with a new perspective.
Amber Laakko, Lansing Catholic High School
I attended this year and last and have THOROUGHLY enjoyed these experiences. The time to reflect on this occupation I chose; the time with colleagues; the new information gained; or simply refocusing our attention to what is important are all PRICELESS. Best way to earn credits, speak a pleasurable week and feel good about this most worthy of professions!
-Heather Lewis, Discovery Elementary School
This is a great way to get 3 credits! I feel it fits teachers’ schedules and more importantly, it is filled with information that we really need to be successful teachers. We are so busy teaching and caring for others it is difficult to enhance our own growth. The “wellness” part of this and writing the papers were great aids in my own personal reflection and therefore…growth.
-Sharon Winkler, St Johns Public Schools
I found myself gaining a tremendous amount of new information due to the relaxed, yet professional, learning environment. Thanks for such a great experience!
-Katie Westen, Grand Ledge High School
Rediscover your inner teacher. Validate your teaching ideology. Learn the latest and greatest strategies, technology and research.
-Kristy Steele, Howell High School
This is by far the best class for educators to earn continuing education credits. It is well organized, laid back, and covers a wide range of relevant and useful topics. It also provides a great opportunity to collaborate and connect with colleagues in your area.
-Lori Schwem, Forest View Elementary School
This was my fifth Summer Institute and it was as good as the first! Every time I participate in SI I learn new information, meet new people, and get a new outlook on my career in education….and it all happens in a stress-free way!
-Karen Schaefer, Elliott Elementary School
SI presents diverse topics that are all important not only to us as teachers, but to us as people. SI sets up many opportunities for growth and encourages us to be better and more effective educators.
-Jenny Service, Northwest Elementary School
The Summer Institute is a great way to stay ahead of the curve in regards to the ever changing world of education.
-Jason Schemenauer, Corunna Public Schools
I always feel renewed, inspired and motivated by the powerful speakers, teachers, students and leaders in education who share their knowledge. It’s a relaxed, fun and energetic environment. It’s a satisfying way to earn continuing education credits.
-Carla Smith, Fowlerville Junior High School
Summer Institute is a week long class that often reminds you why you went into teaching and releases you with a fresh mind. You are energized for the new year.
-Bridget Russell, Smith Elementary School
Coming to SI is a gift that I give myself to reinvigorate and foster my ability to connect to students and to look beyond their academic data. Thank-you!
-Kari Roy, Herbison Woods Elementary School
I love this class! It always gives me practical, usable ideas for my classroom. It also provides me an opportunity to de-stress and get re-energized for next year. I start the following year with more enthusiasm and more techniques for reaching all students.
-April Ann Anderson, Holt Junior High School
Load up a van of teacher and come. You’ll have a blast!
Cathy Robarts-Snyder, Northwest Community Schools
Summer Institute is a great way to cover many new topics that influence your classroom and teaching. It helps energize you for the next year.
-Rebecca Greisinger, Colt/Winans Elementary School
I look forward to this every summer. I have gained such useful information; information I can actually utilize in my classroom!
-Larisa L. Ballard, Dwight Rich Middle School
The SI experience gave me a valuable learning opportunity, with a variety of unique and interesting presenters and topics. -Stephanie Grabiel, Midway Elementary School
Some Pre 2011 Testimonials
This class is a great experience. You get so much packed into 5 days. Kristen Ream. Dansville Elementary School.
I learned more in this one week than in most of my semester long graduate courses. April Anderson, Howell High School.
This week has been a great learning experience. It gave you hope, it rejuvenated; it re-emphasized how we make a difference and how it can be done---one student at a time. Mark Raczkowski, East Jackson Schools.
This class would be highly recommended for teams of administrators and teachers. Theexperience would enlighten each to better understand the challenges faces and serve as a great team building experience. Jill Mangrum, Administrator, Grand Ledge High School.
With a rich variety of speakers and other activities, Summer Institute is an incredible vitalizing experience!. Jennifer Keith, Cornell Elementary School.
This class is a great way to recharge your batteries! It reminds you to have fun. I highly recommend this class. Sara Evans, Discovery Elementary.
What an awesome and refreshing way to get new ideas, learn new strategies and earn 3 credits. I have already passed the info on to my fellow colleagues that need to earn credits. Melissa Iott, Cumberland Elementary, Lansing, Michigan.
An opportunity to share time with other educators is precious. Gretta Jones, Lyons Elementary.
What a great way to learn! It was a fun, exciting, relaxed learning environment where we learned with friends and had fun! Marie Smith, Cornell Elementary.
For a change the P.D. (Professional Development) offered during this class was relevant, beneficial, and there is time to actually implement and expand on the P.D. This was a great class that surprisingly will change many of the things I doing my classroom next year! Bravo!!! Tracy Haney, Mason Middle School.
This is a great class that actually gives you information you can use in your classroom. Cory Arts, St. Johns Public Schools
After a rough year I feel inspired and energized. Marci Adams, Howell High School.
I feel so refreshed after the weeklong Summer Institute. The speakers were dynamic, passionate, energetic and knowledgeable. I was overwhelmed by the level of commitment and caring about children that I witnessed in the speakers and participants. Everything about the Summer Institute was rewarding---the format, the philosophy, wellness activities, the speakers and the workshops. I left energized and inspired to make a difference for children!! Martha Abdullah, Holt High School, Ninth Grade Campus.
Awesome class! Michael Keldsen, Kenden, - Gier Park
WOW! What a refreshing break from the ‘everyday experience’ Met great people, heard wonderful speakers. Duff Schad, Waverly East.
Fun, Educational, Affordable and painless. What more could you want? I love this Summer Institute so much that I continue to come every year, even though I don’t need the credits. Try it, you will like it. Deb Fraccalolli, Grand Ledge.
This Institute is summer camp for teachers, and you’ll walk away with strategies you can use in the classroom on the first day of school. Nyla Munk, Forest View Elementary
This class was very uplifting and motivational. The speakers emphasized the importance of relationships between teachers and students. Most of the speakers seemed to truly understand. The challenges teachers face in today’s educational system. The format of the class was a relaxed atmosphere that emphasized camaraderie between staff members from the same districts and brought teachers together from various districts. Catherine Deschenes, Howell High School.
Each June the Summer Institute provides many educators with invigorating blend of inspiration, relaxation and current relevant professional development. Spending a week in this environment is a great way to finish a school year and to begin summer. I’d recommend SI to any educator. Gary Kinzer, Principal, Hiawatha Elementary School.
The Summer Institute offered a wealth of speakers with useful information and concrete ideas which, when put into action will insure student success. Valerie Green, Elmhurst /Bingham/Gier Park, Lansing.
Teachers need to be charged-up not discharged. They need to be built-up not worn down. SI classes will do this. Walk away with a smile, not a frown. Darren Mort, Montrose School.
Although, this is my 4th time taking this class, I always leave with new tools in my educator’ toolbox. I am so excited about Christian Moore that I will plan to attend his training in September! Thanks! Jewell Muller-Gornick, Wilshire Early Childhood Center.
This course is fantastic. It is quick to the point and worthwhile. A great opportunity to get 3 credits at a good price and get needed information. Would recommend this class overwhelmingly. Valerie Duncan, Elmhurst Elementary.
Although I was happy about the course being convenient and over in one week, I hadn’t expected the rejuvenation I got from listening to the speakers. Lynn Garrett.
The SI (Summer Institute) provides current info with interesting presentations. It is motivational, practical, relaxed and rejuvenating. A great way to prepare yourself to go back into the classroom as a better teacher and person. Lynette Pemble, Discovery Elementary
Thank you for saving me time, travel and money. But more importantly, thank you for helping me revive after a stressful spring with inspiring teachers, daily walks and time to plan for next year. Sally Heisler, Bennett Woods Elementary.
Summer Institute is not only a great way to earn credits, but also provides a place where you can problem solve, grow and laugh with your peers. The outstanding speakers combine with relevant breakout sessions in a relaxed environment are a winning combination. Lori Briegel, Woodcreek Magnet School
Summer Institute is fantastic. I got more out of this weeklong course than I might have gained in a regular semester-long course for a fraction of the price. Dick really organized a phenomenal, inspiring program, I’ll certainly come back again and again. Valerie Blumerich, Lyons Elementary.
I was so impressed with the Summer Institute within the first hour of my first day during my first time attending, that I knew I wanted to attend again next year! Larisa Ballard, Dwight Rich Middle School.
This class is just what I needed to regroup, get useful information to use in the classroom and “fire up” for the next school year. I had lots of fun while participating in wellness activities and learning from some experienced and well know speakers in the educational field. The speakers were amazing! Cynthia Rea, Highlander Way Middle School.
Want to be respected with reasonable (not superfluous) expectations on professional development in a variety of approaches (not a single crammed class)? Take Dick Comer’s Summer Institute! B. Nabozny, T.A. Wilson Academy, Jackson, Michigan.
Wow! The Summer Institute was fabulous! I was energized with emotionally and physically. I experienced many moments of laughter, a few tears and met new friends. Awesome! .
I really enjoyed the energizing speakers after a long school year. It was great to feel excited about my profession. I really felt like I could apply a lot of the information I learned here to my classroom. Emily Anderson, St. Paul Lutheran School, Ann Arbor.
Livonia Site - Past Alumni Participating School in 2009-2011
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