Q: How can my teacher get a chance to go to the Mickelson ExxonMobil Teachers Academy?
A: Applications are closed for the 2009 Academy, but be sure to check back soon to send your teacher to the 2010 Academy.
Q: Why should my teacher go to the Academy?
A: Minds are like your muscles. Exercise helps keep both of them strong. The Academy is like a bunch of fun exercises to help keep your teacher's mind strong and make it stronger.
Q: Who gets to go to the Mickelson ExxonMobil Teachers Academy?
A: The Academy is for third- through fifth-grade teachers only. They come from all over the United States.
Q: I am a teacher. Can I nominate myself?
A: Sure! Applications are closed for the 2009 Academy. Be sure to check back soon to apply for the 2010 Academy.
Q: I'm a grown-up, but I'd like to send my favorite third-, fourth, or fifth-grade teacher. Can I?
A: Sure! Applications are closed for the 2009 Academy, but be sure to check back soon to send your teacher to the 2010 Academy.
Q: When is the Mickelson ExxonMobil Teachers Academy?
A: The 2009 Academy is in the summer, usually in late July. Be sure to check back soon for 2009 dates.
Q: How long is the Mickelson ExxonMobil Teachers Academy?
A: The Academy is one week of fun math and science experiments.
Q: Where is the Academy?
A: The Academy is at the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Q: Can my teacher apply in person?
A: No, they have to apply online. Applications are closed for the 2009 Academy, but be sure to check back soon to send your teacher to the 2010 Academy.
Q: Will the Academy cost my teacher money?
A: No. It's free for your teacher. Your teacher just needs to bring their thinking caps.
Q: Who chooses my teacher?
A: A group of math and science experts will pick your teacher.
Q: How many teachers will the experts choose for the Academy?
A: They will choose 100 teachers from across the country.
Q: How will my teacher know if they are chosen to go the Academy?
A: The math and science judges will send a note to your teacher.
Q: Why did the Mickelsons start the Mickelson ExxonMobil Teachers Academy?
A: The Mickelsons have three children about your age. Their kids think math and science are super cool. The Mickelsons want all children to share the same excitement their children have for math and science. So they are helping teachers learn more about math and science.
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