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“As a doctoral student, this was an amazing experience!”
“I really enjoyed the Washington Week format. The material and discussions were focused and well aligned with the purpose of the event. The reception was amazing with lots of food and great attendance. It provided an excellent forum for networking.”
“I cannot say enough about how excellent the week’s activities were.”
“This was a wonderful opportunity to meet with our national leaders. All were very receptive!”
Location: Arlington, VA
Contact: events@aacte.org
State Leaders Institute – Offered to current leaders of both AACTE and ATE state chapters. Engage with leaders from across the country to continue to strengthen the role of the state chapter in being a voice for the profession.
Holmes Summer Policy Institute – Created for current AACTE Holmes Doctoral Scholars, this experience allows attendees to connect with leaders in education policy.
Day on the Hill – The signature component of Washington Week, Day on the Hill provides advocacy preparation and the opportunity to engage with elected officials and their staff on Capitol Hill. The event includes a full-day orientation where attendees build skills and prepare for conducting meetings with congressional offices.
Curious about AACTE’s Day on the Hill? View this webinar that shares why Day on the Hill is worth attending and how to prepare to come to Washington, DC and advocate in support of the profession. This webinar is led by AACTE members and members of the AACTE Standing Committee on Government Relations and Advocacy.
We thank each of you who joined us for AACTE’s 2019 Washington Week! Check out the recap videos, blogs and photos below to view AACTE members at work for teacher education during our annual advocacy event.
AACTE State Chapter Leader John Blackwell @john_jblackwe Discuss the Value of Attending #AACTEWW19 State Leaders Institute Posted by American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education on Sunday, June 2, 2019
AACTE State Chapter Leader John Blackwell @john_jblackwe Discuss the Value of Attending #AACTEWW19 State Leaders Institute
Posted by American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education on Sunday, June 2, 2019
AACTE State Chapter Leader Mary Murray Shares Details About AACTE State Chapter Support Grants Posted by American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education on Sunday, June 2, 2019
AACTE State Chapter Leader Mary Murray Shares Details About AACTE State Chapter Support Grants
First-Timer @AACTE #HolmesScholar Tiffany Hamm Shares Key Takeways from #AACTEWW19 Holmes Summer Policy Institute Posted by American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education on Monday, June 3, 2019
First-Timer @AACTE #HolmesScholar Tiffany Hamm Shares Key Takeways from #AACTEWW19 Holmes Summer Policy Institute
Posted by American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education on Monday, June 3, 2019
Education Majors School Lawmakers on the Importance of Federal Aid for Teachers
From Education Intern to Avid Holmes Program Advocate
Day on the Hill: A First-Time Attendee’s Perspective
AACTE: Policy and Advocacy in Action
AACTE 2019 Washington Week Video Highlights
