Edwin Washington Project

Title

EWP 4-2A Yr 1948 Workshop

Description

In May 1948, the Division Superintendent of Schools in Leesburg, Virginia, O. L. Emerick, sent out a letter to teachers announcing an upcoming workshop on "Organizing Our Schools for Living and Learning." The workshop, scheduled for August 30 to September 3, aimed to address various needs expressed by teachers, focusing on themes such as developing a philosophy of education, creating stimulating classroom environments, and promoting effective pupil-teacher interaction. The schedule included sessions on reading, social studies, and building relationships between the school and the community. The workshop also featured group discussions, panel sessions, and a meeting with bus drivers, principals, and the superintendent. The event concluded with a meeting of the Loudoun County Education Association, where stakeholders discussed findings and made plans for future work. This document provides insights into the educational priorities and professional development initiatives in a mid-20th century American school district.

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Place

Virginia

Identifier

1019153

Is Version Of

1019153_EWP_4-2A_Yr_1948_Workshop.pdf

Is Part Of

Preservation Records

Date Created

8/2/23

Format

PDF Document

Publisher

Digitized by Edwin Washington Project

Rights

Loudoun County Public Schools

Language

English