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Folk Music, Ear Training & Musical Games

Musiquita is a bilingual (English/Spanish) interactive educational music experience made of the wife/husband duo features Blanca Cecilia González (violin/voice/uke/percussion) and Jesse Elder (piano/vocals/percussion/melodica). In this professional learning multilingual Spanish/English speaking musicians  Blanca Cecila Gonzalez (violin, uke, percussion) & Jesse Elder (piano, vocals, percussion & melodica) will guide teachers in a variety of general music methodologies […]

The Stories of Quilts – Professional Learning

This workshop will introduce participants to the world of quilting. Participants will see and feel Steven’s quilts, and learn about the history of quilting and a variety of ways quilts are used (wall hangings, lap quilts, beds, clothing. etc.) Participants will be introduced to a small quilting project emphasizing the personalization of their quilt square. […]

Shakespeare in Song

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 […]

The Frederick Douglass Writing Club

Frederick Douglass Writing Club brings history to life and ignites students’ creativity. Baba Bomani opens by introducing himself and his community through music, setting an energetic tone. He then dives into the remarkable story of Frederick Douglass, emphasizing how he “stole” his education and used literacy to escape slavery. Baba Bomani connects Douglass’ legacy to […]

Creative Approach to Fractions

Integrating fractions and mathematical communication, students create math-based murals using simple art materials and techniques. Nationally credentialed teaching artist Molly Johnson introduces the work of professional artists who use math as their inspiration. Students do the same and practice conceptual, representational, and abstract understandings of fractions. This residency engages students’ creativity and mathematical thinking through […]

Culturally Responsive Education in Action!

Culturally Responsive Education (CRE) in Action will provide teachers with sequential learning to merge arts and culture for greater student engagement. Teachers will apply a shared understanding of CRE to articulate why CRE is important to teaching and learning pedagogy. Teachers will transform their current curriculum by identifying and implementing teaching and learning strategies. These […]

The Stories of Quilts and Creativity

This workshop will introduce the world of quilting to students. First, a brief discussion of the history of quilting and some of the ways quilts are used (wall hangings, lap quilts, beds, clothing. etc.) I will share some of my quilts for students to see and feel what quilts look like. I will demonstrate how […]

No Agenda, Just Paint!

This workshop provides students with a fundamental understanding of painting, exploring its physical characteristics and expressive capabilities. Through guided exploration within set parameters, students are empowered to discover their unique artistic voice. Each project serves as a platform for self-discovery and communal sharing. Other themes also available. Please fill out this inquiry form or call 866-500-9265 for more […]