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Historical Society of Pennsylvania

Claire Frosch is a Special Education teacher in the School District of Philadelphia. She is an Autistic Support teacher at the Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush High School and was previously a social studies teacher. Claire is the Beneficial National History Day fellow and her work is supported by a generous grant from Beneficial Bank.

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High Society: A Teacher’s Look at the Best of Philadelphia’s Historical Societies and Institutes

While the term “historical society” may not conjure up mental images of people have a rip-roarin’ good time, as a teacher, I find that historical societies are invaluable sources of information and inspiration. Philadelphia boasts a surprising number of them.  Even if you don’t become a member, sign up for the emails and attend an event this summer or take your students on an educational tour this fall. You won’t regret it!

Educators Blog
7/30/12
18th century, 19th century, Arts and Culture, Education, educational resources, Environment and Nature, Science and Medicine
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What’s a Teacher’s Favorite Word? “Free!”

Last month, I started working as the Beneficial National History Day fellow.

Educators Blog
7/23/12
Education, Encyclopedia of Greater Philadelphia, That's History