Mark your calendar!! MittenCI will be back on Sat., April 21st, 2018 with a pre-conference with a few all day sessions on Fri. April 20th, 2018. Registration open!
F.A.Q.
The conference will be held at Saline High School, on Saturday, April 21st (located a short drive from DTW. The address is 1300 Campus Pkwy, Saline, MI 48176. See below F.A.Q.s section for information on where to park.
The pre-conference will be held at Liberty School7265 N Ann Arbor St, Saline, MI 48176.
Why is the conference held in two different locations? Friday, the 20th is a school day for Saline High School so we cannot hold the pre-conference and conference both at the high school. We choose to hold the conference at the high school to secure the bigger space for the main conference.
Why is the conference held in two different locations? Friday, the 20th is a school day for Saline High School so we cannot hold the pre-conference and conference both at the high school. We choose to hold the conference at the high school to secure the bigger space for the main conference.
What does my registration include? Registration includes all sessions, open coaching, and an opportunity to view a language lab with elementary school students. There will be a light breakfast, lunch and snacks provided by Chef Musto and the award winning Saline High School Culinary Arts students.
What is the price of registration?
Beginner track: A good fit for teachers who have not attended a TPRS/CI training, and for those that would like more practice with the basics of TPRS/CI instruction.
Intermediate track: You have been to a beginner training, but aren't quite experienced. You are ready for practice with the basics, plus a little more.
Experienced track: CI teachers who have used TPRS/CI for at least a year in all their classes, those that have already been to trainings, those that are secure with the basics.
Registration is not complete until you have "checked out".
What is the price of registration?
- Teachers register by clicking on the teacher button below, for a rate of $85.00. Please follow the instructions for teachers registering on the following page. The conference rate becomes $120 and must be paid by check if you register the day of the conference (space permitting). The conference sold out last year, limited space!
- Student teachers may register for a rate of $35.00. There are only 25 guaranteed student teacher spots, save your space today! Student teachers should bring their school ID the day of the conference.
- University Professors may register for the student teacher rate, by registering as a student teacher. Please bring your University ID when attending the conference.
Beginner track: A good fit for teachers who have not attended a TPRS/CI training, and for those that would like more practice with the basics of TPRS/CI instruction.
Intermediate track: You have been to a beginner training, but aren't quite experienced. You are ready for practice with the basics, plus a little more.
Experienced track: CI teachers who have used TPRS/CI for at least a year in all their classes, those that have already been to trainings, those that are secure with the basics.
Registration is not complete until you have "checked out".
Why a pre-conference and a conference instead of a 2 day conference?
The MittenCi team works hard to give you a high quality training opportunity at a low price. Friday, April 20th will be a smaller event with lunch on-your-own in downtown Saline. The Friday pre-conference will offer a few popular all day trainings that would be hard to host on Saturday. This will allow teachers that attend Friday to take advantage of different sessions on Saturday. The Friday pre-conference is covered in the cost of registration. There is no Saturday only price available.
The MittenCi team works hard to give you a high quality training opportunity at a low price. Friday, April 20th will be a smaller event with lunch on-your-own in downtown Saline. The Friday pre-conference will offer a few popular all day trainings that would be hard to host on Saturday. This will allow teachers that attend Friday to take advantage of different sessions on Saturday. The Friday pre-conference is covered in the cost of registration. There is no Saturday only price available.
How do I contact you if I have questions?
MittenCI@gmail.com
MittenCI@gmail.com
Will Michigan SCECHs be available?
Michigan SCECH credit was approved last year, we will apply for SCECH credit again after the schedule is completed. More information coming soon.
What meals will be provided?
Chef Musto and the Saline High School culinary students will provide breakfast, lunch, and a snack at Saline High School
Will there be special dietary options available?
There will be a vegetarian option available.
What should I bring to the conference?
A laptop or other device (or a notebook and pen), a sweater or sweatshirt, and a water bottle (Saline High school has water bottle stations at their drinking fountains).
What is coaching?
Coaching is a chance to practice your new skills with an experienced TPRS/CI teacher to guide you. You will work in small groups with other teachers practicing your TPRS/CI skills. This will be headed by Teri Wiechart at MittenCI. If you would like to read more about the coaching/conference experience, check out this blog about CiMidwest.
What is a language lab?
A language lab is a chance to watch a TPRS/CI teacher in action with a class of students. MittenCI will offer this with elementary Spanish students.
Will there be child care services?
There will be no child care services available.
I have heard of TPRS/CI, but don't know many details. Is this right for me?
If you are looking for an exciting and effective way to teach a language you are in the right spot. If you'd like to learn more before committing to a conference, scroll down to view the blogs at the bottom of this page to learn more about TPRS/CI from some of the masters! We hope to see you on April 22nd!
Where do I park?
Parking can be found in any of the three parking lots indicated in the picture below by the white arrows. Enter Saline High School by the orange arrow in the below picture. The entrance is the picture on the right, door 5 (as indicated below).
What if I want MORE training? Teaching with TPRS and CI is a skill that can take many years to build. If one day of TPRS/CI isn't enough consider attending one of our 3 amazing (included in the price of registration) pre-conference options with Carol Gaab, Teri Wiechart, or Tina Hargaden!
Still want more?
Still want more?
- Check out MittenLatin! Are you a Latin CI teacher? Spend Sunday, April 22nd at Saline High School (same location as MittenCi) working with Justin Slocum Bailey on skills specific to Latin teachers. Register here while space is available!
- Want an even longer conference with even MORE options? Check out IFLT18! Held in Cincinnati, Ohio this incredible 4-day conference has it all! Language labs, sessions, workshops, round tables, adult language classes and more! Driving distance for Michigan residents!
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