Continuing Education and Summer Programs

High school teachers of AP* courses at regional sites authorized by the College Board may participate in AP* Institutes anywhere in the United States-in or outside the region in which they teach-to gain the critical information, tools and strategies needed to build and advance successful AP* programs at their schools. Those who choose SCAD have access to the university's outstanding facilities and vibrant learning environment.

 

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Session Dates
Workshops run Monday through Friday only. Please see the schedule page for details.

Studio Art       June 17-23
Studio Art       June 24-30
Studio Art       July 8-14
Art History      July 8-14

AP* Institutes are suitable for both beginning and advanced AP* teachers. Experienced AP* Institutes instructors address the content of recent AP* exams, how these exams are scored, and what teachers can do to help their students perform well.

Each weeklong session includes 30 contact hours of instruction, equivalent to 3.0 SDUs or PLUs**.

A course record containing the number of instructional hours is provided to teachers following the successful completion of each workshop. This record can be submitted to the applicable state for professional development units pending evaluation and approval.

A course record is issued to principals, schools or school districts upon completion of the program to verify participation. One PLU is earned for each 10 contact hours of classroom instruction. No college credit is earned.

*College Board, AP, Advanced Placement, Advanced Placement Program and the acorn logo are registered trademarks of the College Board. Used with permission.

**Professional Learning Units-Georgia teachers who require professional learning units to maintain statewide teaching certification may receive PLUs for the successful completion of Advanced Placement Institutes. 

Registration Requirements
Participation is open to educators who complete the registration requirements. The nonrefundable $50 fee is required to secure a place in the program. Program and housing fees are due by June 1. After June 1, registrations are accepted on a space available basis. Scholarship applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Students must submit all application documents at the time of registration in order to be considered for scholarships. 

 

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Program Fees
Registration fee: $50
Housing fee: $295 (meal plan not available)

Extended Early Bird program fee $375 (due April 1)

Location
Classes are held at SCAD Atlanta's main building, 1600 Peachtree, in Midtown Atlanta.

For more information about API at SCAD Hong Kong, visit www.scad.edu/hongkongsummer.

Housing
Bed and bath linens are not provided; however, linens are available for purchase during the online registration process.

Meals
Orientation breakfast (Monday), lunch at the SCAD overview (Wednesday) and morning coffee (Monday through Friday) are provided for all participants. All other meals are the responsibility of the participant. 

Educator Program Scholarships
A limited number of educator summer program scholarships is offered. Licensed educators currently working in a public or private K-12 school or institute of higher learning are eligible. Priority consideration is given to first-time participants. Scholarships are offered in varying amounts and may include travel. Awards are summer-specific; therefore, upon acceptance of a scholarship, the applicant must commit to attend a 2012 SCAD summer program. Scholarship recipients share residence hall rooms; meals are not included.

Scholarship Application Process
Applicants must submit a completed program of interest online registration form with the registration fee. Supporting documents below must be sent together to scadsummereducator@scad.edu

• Essay outlining why you should be considered for the program of interest and how participation in the program will benefit your students.
• Professional resume detailing your educational qualifications and professional experience
• Letter of support from principal detailing your effectiveness and commitment as an educator
• Digital portfolio including five samples of your students' work (not returnable)
• Program of interest registration and all supporting documents for the scholarship application must be received at the same time. Incomplete inquiries are not reviewed for scholarship consideration.
  
  

Cancellation Policy  
If a participant cancels after confirmation of acceptance has been sent, a $100 cancellation fee is retained from the amount refunded. If cancellation occurs within two weeks prior to the start of the program, 80 percent of funds are reimbursed.

Schedule
Sunday (residential participants only)
4-5 p.m.    
Check-in, 1600 Peachtree St. (residential participants only)

6-8 p.m.    
Looping shuttle to various Atlanta locations*

Monday
8-10 a.m.    
Orientation and SCAD facilities tour (breakfast provided)

10 a.m.-noon    
Workshop

Noon-1 p.m.    
Lunch on your own

1-4 p.m.    
Workshop

Tuesday
8:30 a.m.-noon    
Workshop

Noon-1 p.m.    
Lunch on your own

1-4:30 p.m.    
Workshop

6-8 p.m.    
Looping shuttle to various Atlanta locations*

Wednesday
8:30 a.m.-noon    
Workshop

Noon-1 p.m.    
SCAD Overview (lunch provided)

1-4:30 p.m.    
Workshop

Thursday
8:30 a.m.-noon    
Workshop

Noon-1 p.m.    
Lunch on your own

1-4:30 p.m.    
Workshop

6-8 p.m.   
Looping shuttle to various Atlanta locations*

Friday
8:30-11 a.m.    
Workshop

11.-11:30 a.m.    
Program evaluations

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.    
Early checkout, ACA House

Saturday (optional day, residential participants only)
8-10 a.m.    
Checkout, ACA House (residential participants only)

* There is a $5 fee per night for use of the looping shuttle. The shuttle loops between SCAD and one of the following locations each night: Virginia Highlands, a historic neighborhood that offers shopping, dining and nightlife; Decatur, a city that combines a storied, historic downtown with the social scene of a college; and Poncey Highlands, a pedestrian-friendly village in Virginia Highlands.