Because All Children Deserve Excellent Teachers....
Golden Apple, a leader in advancing the teaching profession in Illinois since 1985, works with teachers across the spectrum of their careers. Golden Apple recruits, prepares, and mentors outstanding prospective teachers; provides high quality professional development; and recognizes and supports the work of excellent teachers.
NewsDecember 30, 2009 - The deadline for nominations for the 2010 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching have been extended to Friday, January 8. Click here for more information and to nominate an outstanding teacher in grades 9 through 12.December 10, 2009 - Satisfy your sweet tooth and help Golden Apple at the same time with the Mrs. Prindable's handmade confections online Golden Apple auction. For more information click here or click here to nominate an outstanding teacher you know. Read more in Media. |
Free ResourcesEvery month, Golden Apple Fellows will be sharing their best resources for teachers and classrooms, all available for free download! February 2010 Learning through Singing: How Music Helps Children with Special Needs Letters from the Principal: Reflections on Thoughtful Teaching and Learning Jeanette Hachmeister, 2009 Golden Apple Award winner January 2010 Letters from the Principal: Reflections on Thoughtful Teaching and Learning Dean Michael Auriemma, 2001 Golden Apple Award winner 2009 Archives Find out more on our Free Resources page |
Golden Apple Achievers Michele Washington joined the first class of Golden Apple Scholars in
1989. No one at Golden Apple knew at the time, but Washington had been
living on and off the streets since she was 15...Read more on our Golden Apple Achievers page. Upcoming EventsDecember 31, 2009 Deadline for submissions for the 2010 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching. Get in your nominations soon! Click here for more information. |