Jacqueline Langholtz
Monticello Staff
Manager of School and Group Programs
Guide
Charlottesville, VA
About Me
I have the privilege of working with students and teachers here at Monticello! If you're interested in learning more about our school programs, the tremendous resources available for educators, or just have a question and need some direction, please don't hesitate to ask.
My favorite spot at Monticello: the view from Mulberry Row.
The Liberty Today Initiative is an incredibly fresh and fun project. I can't wait to meet this year's group of teachers and continue the good work our first forum started. The application deadline is now extended to April 15. See you on the mountain! more »
A quick thank-you to the nearly 400 scouts and troop leaders who came to today's event! We enjoyed ourselves and hope you did, too. So glad the rain held off for your special day! Stay tuned for our favorite Scouting Day photos and instructions for how you can share you own on our website and...more »
Hello, scouts! Be sure to wear your boots and slickers tomorrow; the forecast is calling for warm temperatures but rain throughout the day. With that in mind, we're moving some outdoor activities to covered spaces to help keep everyone comfortable. Rain or shine, we're looking forward to it!...more »
A note to Home Educator groups affected by last week's snowstorm: Monticello will gladly honor pre-purchased Home Educators' Day tickets at Scouting Day on Saturday, March 16. Please contact Reservations to transfer your ticket and house tour time. Information on that day's activities is at...more »
Scouting Day is just one week from today! We're looking forward to the fun-filled day on the Mountain and are busy prepping activity stations for you and your scouts. Keep those fingers crossed for sunny skies and we'll see you on March 16! more »
Home Educators' Day is cancelled today due to inclement weather and Monticello will be closed for the day. Stay tuned for info about applying your Home Educators' Day tickets to Scouting Day on Saturday, March 16 and other refund policies. Stay safe out there!more »
To all young scholars planning to attend tomorrow’s Home Educators’ Day, please stay tuned for news of a site closing if weather is inclement. If the Charlottesville area gets snow instead of rain, Monticello will very likely close the site for safety reasons. We’ll post an announcement as...more »
Please note that we are expecting some form of winter weather on Wednesday. Monticello remains committed to the safety of our visitors and staff and will continuously monitor conditions. If it is determined that our grounds are not safe, notice will be posted on our website...more »
Thanks for your question. Applications can be submitted electronically by emailing education@monticello.org with "Barringer Fellowship" in the subject line.more »
Applications can be submitted electronically by emailing education@monticello.org with "Barringer Fellowship" in the subject line.more »
Many families bring children of all ages to Home Educators' Day. While most formal activities will be geared towards elementary and middle school students, the Griffin Discovery Room is a great place for young children to play and explore. Weather permitting, the gardens and Mountaintop...more »
Teachers, this just in: The 2013 deadline for Barringer Research Fellowship applications has been extended to Friday, March 15, so keep those submissions coming!more »
Thanks for your question. If you’re interested in visiting the upstairs of the house, please reserve a separate “Behind the Scenes Tour” ticket for your visit. Standard house tours include all rooms on Monticello’s main floor and last about 40 minutes. The Home Educators’ Day “special house...more »
Thanks for your question. Online ticket sales will close the day before the event. Walk-up tickets will be available for purchase as long as house tour spots are available. To ensure a smooth day, we recommend purchasing your group's tickets in advance by phone or online. See you on the...more »
Attention Virginia Teachers: The application deadline for Class Scholarships for Virginia Schools has been extended to November 15. It's not too late to submit your application! more »
We are so glad to be able to offer a range of scholarship opportunities to students and teachers. Virginia teachers, don't forget to submit your applications for the Charles Angel Fund Class Scholarships by November 1, 2012. We look forward to announcing the awards this December! more »
You had me at sea kale. Yes! I can't wait. more »
Mark your calendars: 2013's Home Educators' Day is scheduled for Wednesday, March 6. Online registration will open in January. We're looking forward to it! more »
Mary, thanks for your question. The Visitor's Center opens at 10AM on Home Educators' Day; that is in keeping with our winter hours. We look forward to welcoming students and their families then!more »
I have SUCH fond memories of reading Jean Fritz's "Can't You Make Them Behave, King George?" and it was a real treat to read it again, as an adult. You can't beat those illustrations - now I want to go back and find my childhood copy! more »
Samantha, Thanks for your wonderful blog post! It is a reminder of just how much you are missed. Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm for Jefferson (and your many Monticello adventures) with us! more »
David - I truly enjoyed this post and, since reading it, often think of Peter--and the gentleman from the Bronx--when I'm on Mulberry Row. Thank you for sharing these stories.more »