1. Why should I attend a PCTELA conference?
Because your opportunities are endless! Not only does a PCTELA
conference provide you with current, engaging ideas for your classroom
(which many attendees begin using that same week), it also allows you to
interact with colleagues going through the same triumphs and trials as
you! You will enjoy listening to some of your favorite authors and
professionals in the field give humorous, moving, and instructive
insight into your everyday teaching practices. Regardless of what you're
looking for -- fascinating guest speakers, an abundance of new ideas,
professional development, connections to colleagues all across
Pennsylvania, or simply a few days to regroup -- you will find it by
attending a PCTELA conference this year.
2. I'm not an English/Language Arts instructor, but
I'm interested in providing a literacy-rich education for my students
within my discipline. Can I become a member of PCTELA?
Yes, even if you are not an English/ LA instructor you are welcome to
join PCTELA. Often sessions are cross disciplinary and will push your
educational practice. We also welcome ALL levels of educators early
childhood through graduate levels.
3. I am a preservice teacher, I am interested in
PCTELA membership.
We welcome preservice teachers. You will find heavily discounted
‘student rates’ for conferences. Conference registration includes your
PCTELA membership for two years. Often such professional affiliations
become attractive to prospective employers. Many of our state university
professors encourage a group of students to attend PCTELA conferences.