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George C. Marshall: More Than a History Lesson
 Marshall was a key player in many historic events of the twentieth century. He was recognized for distinguished service in both World Wars; earned the rank of Five-Star General; and held positions as U.S. Army Chief of Staff, Secretary of State, and Secretary of Defense. He also served as the President of the American Red Cross; headed a U.S. delegation to the coronation of Queen Elizabeth; and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1953 for what is now known as The Marshall Plan - his innovative and humanitarian approach to rebuilding Europe after World War II.
Exploring Marshall's extraordinary professional accomplishments and unbending integrity as a leader is an enriching and rewarding experience for students, teachers, and enthusiasts alike. It inspires us to reach our own potential.
The Marshall Center's Educational Programs
Education is the cornerstone of our organization. Accordingly, The Marshall Center has developed a variety of comprehensive educational programs delivered onsite at Dodona Manor, in its new Education Center located in Suite C of The Shops at Dodona Manor, or in the classroom, to meet the specific needs of teachers and students.  From our successful Marshall Immersion Workshop for high school American history teachers (now in its tenth year), to school presentations about Marshall's role in 20th-century history, to our high school student exchange program, to student fieldtrips of Dodona Manor, to our Elementary Learning Package, our education programs and materials are captivating, interactive, and compatible with Virginia's Standards of Learning. In addition, The Marshall Center's Docent Training Program provides a wonderful opportunity for historians and preservation enthusiasts to learn more about Marshall's extraordinary accomplishments, while preparing to lead tours through Dodona Manor and to support The Marshall Center in its community outreach programs.
To learn more about the Marshall Summer Immersion Workshop, to schedule a school presentation about George C. Marshall, or a fieldtrip to Dodona Manor, or to sign up for the next docent training session, please contact our Tours and Events Coordinator, Janet van der Vaart at (703) 777- 1301 or jvandervaart@georgecmarshall.org.
Customized Offerings
 Rachel Thompson, Education Programs Director for The Marshall Center, has more than 30 years of experience in the field of history as an educator, curriculum specialist, writer, and consultant. She shares her vast knowledge, skill and enthusiasm with teachers through the Marshall Immersion Workshop, and with students during fieldtrips to Dodona Manor.
Guest Speaker:
By pre-arrangement, Ms. Thompson is available as a guest-speaker for elementary and high school audiences, and in civic group and community settings. Fees for speaking engagements vary depending upon the length and content of the presentation, and may be arranged by contacting Ms. Thompson at rthompson@georgecmarshall.org.
Student Workshop: Also by pre-arrangement, Ms. Thompson can conduct a half-day workshop with students using archival documents, and focusing on crucial decisions made by Marshall either during World War Two or in the post-war era. Students work with primary documents, formulate solutions to problems outlined in the documents, and compare their approaches to those of Marshall. For Student Workshops, certain materials are available for distribution ahead of time.
To contact Ms. Thompson about a speaking engagement or special Student Workshop please call (703) 777-1880 or e-mail education@georgecmarshall.org.
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