Cody Whitaker, a 4th grade educator at Winnfield Primary School, has been accepted into two prestigious summer education institutes, promising an enriching and inspiring experience. 

The first program, the Civil Rights Educator Workshop in Atlanta, GA, is a dynamic week-long initiative designed to delve into civil rights, American history, and the arts. Facilitated by the Museum of History and Holocaust Education at Kennesaw State University and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, the workshop showcases the iconic papers and artifacts of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., alongside the compelling history of the civil rights movement in the United States and poignant narratives from the global human rights struggle.

Expressing his gratitude, Cody shared, “I am honored to have been chosen for this opportunity. Out of a pool of hundreds of deserving and qualified educators, I am thrilled that the KSU selection committee chose me!”

The second immersive experience awaiting Cody is the Teaching the Humanities Through Art Summer Institute in Washington, DC, hosted by the esteemed Smithsonian American Art Museum. Renowned for housing one of the most comprehensive collections of American art globally, the museum’s exhibits offer a window into America’s diverse and compelling artistic and cultural legacy from the colonial era to the present day.

Cody expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “The Smithsonian American Art Museum is an American institution that I have yearned to explore for years. I am deeply honored to embark on research and discovery within one of the world’s most historically significant museums.”

These back-to-back enriching programs promise Cody an exciting and enlightening summer, where he will undoubtedly gather valuable insights and experiences to enrich his teaching journey.