Award winning presenter and percussionist Josh Robinson will deliver an exhilarating, unifying, and interactive presentation called “Drum it Out!” Josh will share some of his personal way-finding story of how music helped him navigate trauma, loss, and ultimately find his purpose on the planet. Josh will share and demonstrate how he uses drumming and music […]
A 90‑minute, music‑centered professional development for preschool and kindergarten teachers that shows how songs, rhythm, and movement can deepen early math learning, especially counting, quantity, and spatial awareness. Teachers actively participate in mindfulness based counting, math rich movement games, and familiar children’s songs, then unpack the hidden math in each activity. The session highlights how […]
This one is for all the Marvel, DC, and manga fans! In this comics studio, participants learn the basics of comic storytelling – both written and visual – to bring a sequential story to life. A focus will be placed on learning character design to create a compelling and fun story! Participants will learn to […]
Do you love Pixar, Disney, or anything animated? Then this is the class for you! In this beginner’s animation course, students learn the basics of 2D animation using some of the 9 principles established by classic Disney animators. Through a series of projects, students learn how to bring their drawings – and their imaginations – […]
This program is designed to equip music teachers with the skills to integrate mindfulness practices with music in their classrooms. The program emphasizes the importance of fostering emotional well-being, focus, and creativity among students through Musical Mindfulness. Teachers will gain hands-on experience with activities that blend music and mindfulness, inspiring them to adopt these practices […]
Historically general and instrumental music education in the United States has been influenced most by Western and European cultural traditions and art. This in-person two-part workshop will be a dynamic experience designed to help teachers, administrators, and music and instrumental instructors enhance music instruction from a student-centered, diverse, and culturally responsive lens. Educators will: Experience […]
This workshop introduces AI image generators and their potential to enhance creativity across subjects, including art, literacy, science, and math. Participants will explore various tools, engage in hands-on experimentation, and brainstorm classroom applications. They will gain firsthand experience with this technology and develop strategies for integrating it into their teaching practices. The session aligns with […]
Daryl Cobb will take the kids on a journey that is so much fun, that the kids won’t realize until it’s over, that the whole assembly was one giant writing class. “A Writer’s Journey” is filled with excitement. It is an amazing mix of music, storytelling and graphics all weaved together to teach children about […]
What happens when Shakespeare meets jazz, funk, salsa, and pure musical joy? A high-energy, sing-along celebration! In Shakespeare in Song, famous lines from A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Twelfth Night, and more, are transformed into fresh, toe-tapping songs that get students clapping, singing, and completely hooked. Interactive, joyful, and full of imagination, this performance makes poetry […]
With life-size puppets, beautiful costumes, original music and imaginative theatrical effects, Enchantment Theatre Company brings this delightful story to life in a uniquely magical way! The story of Mommy’s Khimar is a simple one. A young Muslim girl takes one of her mother’s headscarves or Khimars, and with the power of her imagination, uses the […]
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