A Rossville educator has been selected for a highly competitive national seminar that will bring teachers from across the country together to explore the foundations of the American Revolution.
Kyle Etherington has been accepted into a multi-day seminar hosted by the Teaching American History, an organization dedicated to strengthening the teaching of American history nationwide. The seminar, titled “Patriots, Loyalists, and Revolution in New York City,” will take place July 31 through August 2, 2026, in New York City.
Etherington was chosen through a selective application process that identifies educators committed to deepening their content knowledge and enhancing classroom instruction. The program will immerse participants in the political and social tensions of Revolutionary-era New York City, focusing on the ideological divide between patriots and loyalists during 1775–1776.
During the seminar, participants will engage in a role-immersion experience, assuming the perspectives of historical figures as they analyze primary source documents by influential thinkers such as John Locke and Thomas Paine. The format emphasizes peer-to-peer discussion and critical examination of the philosophical foundations of American government.
The program also includes visits to historically significant locations, including Fraunces Tavern, a landmark closely associated with the Revolutionary War. Participants will stay at Barnard College, where they will collaborate with a small cohort of educators from across the United States.
All program-related expenses, including lodging, meals, and materials, are fully funded by Teaching American History. Participants also receive a travel stipend upon completion of the seminar.
Etherington’s selection reflects both a dedication to professional growth and a commitment to bringing enriched historical understanding back to the classroom. Experiences such as this not only strengthen instructional practices but also provide students with deeper, more engaging perspectives on the nation’s history.
The seminar is part of a broader effort by Teaching American History to support educators through immersive, content-rich professional development opportunities centered around key moments and ideas in U.S. history.