February 2024
February 2024
Vol 35
Vol 35
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MAAE News Updates
MAAE News Updates
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Trailblazers on Tour with Opera Theatre of Saint Louis February 26 - March 1, 2024 Tap to learn more
Regional Teacher of the Year Nominations Applications Now Open | Deadline April 14, 2024 Tap to Read
February 2024
Greetings! Hope you are all staying warm, and safe during this winter season!
January recap: Such a busy month!! The annual Missouri Thespian Conference was the largest yet and hosted over 2,700 students, four MainStage shows, five one act performances, hundreds of individual and team events, and awarded thousands of dollars in scholarships in three days of powerful learning experiences. Hats off to the conference organizers for their stellar work! The annual Missouri Music Educators Association (MMEA) Conference offered a new professional learning format encompassing 65 workshop sessions over five days, in an altered space configuration with facilities changes at Tan-Tar-A resort. All-State Ensemble performances and work with clinicians were a highlight for attendees. Immediately following MMEA was the Powerful Learning Conference sponsored by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, which featured many Missouri Teachers of the Year finalists as presenters. MAAE always connects with brilliant and enthusiastic educators, and learns more about Missouri's educational landscape to help ensure that the arts may be an integral part of the educational program for Missouri students.
You are invited to join our colleagues at the Missouri Citizens for the Arts are celebrating their Advocacy Week on February 5-9, with planned visits to the Missouri capitol on February 7. Learn more.
Please become involved in our annual advocacy efforts - either virtually or in-person. Help us fill the rotunda with videos, student displays and live performances during our Fine Arts Education Day -(FAED) Wednesday, April 3, 2024 - in Jefferson City. Our SHOW-ME Arts Summit (SMArts), April 2, 2024 provides advocacy training for students who meet with their legislators while in the state capitol. Virtual training options are also possible. Register early and save! Help with transportation costs may be possible through a Missouri State Parks bus grant. We'd love to work with you to help tell the story of Arts Education in Missouri.
Join in any of MAAE's free professional learning sessions.
See below for details about each session.
MAIN events • FAME meetings • IDEA sessions
MAAE is seeking a new RIDE Projects Coordinator. Candidates may send a letter/email of interest by 2.15.24 and a resume to director@moaae.org. View job description here.
The Power of Dance workshop set for March 2, 2024 has been postponed. Watch for news of a new date for this active workshop that promises to leave participants with knowledge and skills about dance they can immediately use with their students. Discounted registration fees are available for members of MMEA, MOSHAPE, MDO and the Alliance.
You can always join the Alliance - Complete this form and join our list of allies for free! You can learn more about the Power of Dance workshop in the article below and on our website.
The arts help all Missourians lead more happy, fulfilling and productive lives. For all those with a heART for Art we encourage you to make a financial contribution this month - ensuring the Alliance is able to continue to provide services to Missouri's arts ed community. MAAE is a 501(c)(3) and tax-deductible donations are welcome.
Best wishes to all!
Phyllis Pasley
Professional Learning
Professional Learning
MAAE's FREE Professional Learning Networks
Join other educators in conversation and collaboration. All professional learning groups are free and meet regularly. Participation is conducted completely online through email and Zoom. Our programs aim to provide you with learning and growth opportunities that will support your professional journey.
Missouri Alliance for Arts Education offers ongoing professional development through our Arts Centered Education programs, MAIN (Missouri Arts Integration Network) events, FAME (Fine Arts Missouri Educators) meetings, and our IDEA Network (Inclusion Diversity Equity in the Arts) sessions.
We recently hosted an arts-integrated workshop at the annual Missouri Music Educators Association conference, "Bridging the Gap: Bringing Music and Literacy Together in the Elementary". Lauren Hanahan and Katie Schisler modeled how a general education teacher and music specialist can collaborate to align music and literacy standards equally in an arts-integrated read-aloud lesson. They ended the session with tips on engaging students and building a partnership between music specialists and general education teachers.
Learn more about our Professional Development opportunities!
MAIN events
Open to all, meets monthly via ZOOM, and allows participants to reflect, ask questions, and offer suggestions to support members of this community. No matter what stage of your arts integration journey, there is a place for you at our MAIN events! Join in collaborative conversation with other teachers who recognize the incredible power of involving the arts in their educational practice.
4P's of Art: People, Place, Plot, and Purpose
with Karen E. Griffin
February 26, 2024 - 4:30pm
Karen E. Griffin is a certified national storyteller and professional art quilter. She will engage learners in an exploration of the 4P's of Art: People, Place, Plot, and Purpose. Griffin will weave together the elements of Art and Storytelling through arts integration, the application of the Missouri Learning Standards for English Language Arts, and ideas for classroom implementation.
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The FAME Network
Open to all arts educators. and meets monthly via ZOOM. Fine Arts Missouri Educators Network with others, increase knowledge and learn about ways your program can be enriched and grow. Enjoy collegial support, discuss topics from those present as well as share resources and strategies for local arts education advocacy.
Impacting Lives in the Urban Core through Music Education
February 6, 2024 - 4:30pm
Base Academy of Music executive Director Clint Velazquez will speak on his experiences on the impact music education has on the lives of those in the urban core.
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I.D.E.A. Network
Inclusion • Diversity • Equity in the Arts
Quarterly opportunities for professional learning associated with the arts and issues of racism, inclusion, diversity and equity. Meets via ZOOM. A project of the MAAE's RIDE committee to help bring greater equity for all.
And All That Jazz
April 9 - 4:30pm
Learn about the wealth of resources available within Missouri's Jazz community from: Jazz Alive, Jazz St. Louis, Missouri Association of Jazz Educators and others!
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Seeking Presenters for MAIN Events
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The monthly meetings of the Missouri Arts Integration Network [MAIN events] allow practitioners in arts integration to share a glimpse into their current work or best practice. It is an opportunity to network with others, to listen, learn, and reflect, and increases opportunities for educators to use these skills in their teaching. MAIN events are free to practitioners, and are sponsored by the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education.
If you can think of someone who might be a good fit for sharing their practice at one of our MAIN events, please pass their information along to Lauren Hanahan, MAAE's arts across the curriculum program specialist, lauren.hanahan@moaae.org.
Professional Development Opportunities
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Missouri Alliance for Arts Education offers ongoing professional development through our Arts Centered Education programs, MAIN (Missouri Arts Integration Network) events, FAME (Fine Arts Missouri Educators) meetings, and our IDEA Network (Inclusion Diversity Equity in the Arts) sessions.
Learn more about our Professional Development opportunities!
Check out our upcoming PD events in February:
February 6, 2024 - 4:30pm
Impacting Lives in the Urban Core through Music Education
with Clint Velazquez
February 26, 2024 - 4:30pm"
4P's of Art: People, Place, Plot, and Purpose
with Karen E. Griffin
What is an Arts Centered approach to instruction?
We at MAAE believe that, arts centered education draws on the natural human inclination towards artistic expression to increase engagement and provide alternative access points to academic content. Art integration's multi-modality approach promotes creativity, imagination, innovation, social-emotional learning, and critical thinking, leading to a better understanding of academic content.
MAAE - Looking for new ACE Program School Partners
Promoting teaching strategies which involve the arts in teaching and learning, such as Arts Integration, continues to be priority work for the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education. Funded by a special grant from the Missouri Arts Council, MAAE will implement the Arts Centered Education (ACE) program, with an emphasis on serving Missouri's rural schools.
ACE provides customized, onsite professional learning in arts integration at no cost to the school.
If you think your school may be interested in participating in MAAE's ACE program, please email lauren.hanahan@moaae.org.
Become a Fine Arts Education Ally today! Free!
Stay Informed | Connect | Take Action
Senate Student Fine Arts Exhibit Report
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From Vicki Bean Senate Student Fine Arts Exhibit Chair:
Good news! Statewide, there were 140 fine arts teachers who submitted student work for this year's exhibit. This is good, but we still have room for improvement when there are over 2,000 fine arts teachers in the state.
Put your school, your program, and your student artists center stage with decision makers by participating in this exhibit and Youth Art Month.
In February, the 34 senators will choose a work to hang in the senate gallery. The 2024 exhibit will hang at the capitol from April 1, 2024 - March, 2025. The awards ceremony will take place at the capitol on Wednesday, April 3. We will meet with the senators from 8:30 - 8:50 a.m. and the ceremony will begin at 9:00 a.m.
The submission window for the 2025 exhibit will open in mid-April. For more information, contact Vicki Bean at senate.exhibit@maea.net.
*This awesome advocacy program will stay within the Lieutenant Governor’s office and should be considered as we move into the next election cycle. Your vote counts!
Diversity
Diversity
DEI and Delicious Dishes is a cross-cultural youth leadership development project of MAAE's RIDE Committee. The second year of the project is drawing to a close with much excitement and activity. The recipe book has been completed and you can visit the dedicated DEI and Delicious Dishes website to view the finished cookbook and collection of student art showcasing the collaboration between Lebanon High School, Waynesville High School and Northeast High School in Kansas City, MO.
Want to be involved? Please reach out! A Collaborative planning meeting for future DEI and Delicious Dishes is being planned. We'd love for your students to join us! To learn more, visit our MAAE's website or email ride@moaae.org
SEEKING school partners in Missouri. We seek urban and more rural school partners from across the state! Email: ride@moaae.org for more information.
Check out our online resources? We continue to gather and curate entries, and welcome your feedback and ideas for sharing of resources.
Job Opening: RIDE Projects Coordinator
MAAE’s RIDE Projects Coordinator shall coordinate aspects of the projects of the MAAE’s Committee addressing issues related to Racism, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity.
View full RIDE Project Coordinator Job Description
Applicants: Please send a resume and an email/letter of intent to director@moaae.org by February 15, 2024. Target completion date for interviews and selection process is April 15, 2024.
Join the Racism, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Committee
Responsibilities of Committee members:
Committee members are volunteers and receive no financial compensation for their service.
Committee members attend biannual (2x/year) meetings of MAAE's RIDE committee to advise project coordinator and subcommittee chairs. (Feb/August)
Committee members assist with subcommittee work as their availability permits.
Want more information or to become involved in our ongoing projects focused on addressing issues related to racism, inclusion, diversity, and equity? Please contact ride@moaae.org.
Please send an email letter of interest to director@moaae.org.
MAEA sponsors JEDI Brunch
Join the Conversation on Feb 10 GSA (Gender Sexuality Alliance) Sponsorship
Sign up for our monthly talks on Justice, Equity, Diversity, &. Inclusion in the art classroom. Get resources and earn 1 hour Professional Development. Certificates of Attendance will be sent after the talk. If you are interested in joining the MAEA ED&I Task Force or have questions, please contact equity.diversity.inclusion@maea.net.
Upcoming MAAE Events
Upcoming MAAE Events
Register by February 1, 2024
$25 per participant
Student quad occupancy.
Includes training, 3 meals and lodging
Register by February 15, 2024 - $35/pp.
Register by March 1, 2024 - $45/pp.
Show-Me Arts Summit
Empowering the Student Voice in Advocacy
April 2-3, 2024
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Geared for middle school, high school and collegiate students, the Show-Me Arts Summit welcomes both novice and experienced arts advocates. We will work together to help the next generation find their voice in support of the arts and arts education. In person and virtual options.
April 2-3, 2024 Register early and SAVE!
$25 per Participant if you register by January 15, 2024.
$35 per Participant if you register by February 1, 2024.
$45 per Participant if you register by March 1, 2024.
IN-PERSON EVENT INCLUDES:
* Overnight hotel accommodations (adult double occupancy, student quad occupancy)
* Tuesday evening dinner and training sessions
* Wednesday breakfast and lunch.
Virtual Event details coming soon.
The SHOW-ME Arts program (SMarts) provides information, training and role-playing activities for students - who then apply those skills by meeting with their legislators. and participants arranged their own meetings with their legislator to coincide with the other Fine Arts celebrations at the capitol.
What to expect: At the SMarts Summit on Tuesday evening, you’ll work with other teens, enjoy fun and camaraderie as you learn about the issues from legislator trainers and other volunteers, rehearse your advocacy pitch and “elevator speech” to present to legislators on Wednesday’s Fine Arts Educators Day.
Show-Me Arts students often:
meet with department of education (DESE) officials and journalists
prepare statements, deliver testimony at legislative hearings
personally advocate for the arts at the Missouri State Capitol
gain a unique perspective of state government and grow as arts advocates and citizens
share the products of their arts education through exhibits or performances
Join Us for Fine Arts Education Day - Wednesday April 3, 2024
This annual event sponsored by the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education (MAAE), in partnership with our principal allies and the Missouri Music Educators Association (MMEA), helps bring student art, student performances and student voices to Missouri's capitol informing legislators of the value of arts education. Be a part of the Fine Arts Education Day celebration in person or by video submission!
Need a bus grant for transportation? Learn more about the Missouri State Parks Bus Grant.
Power of Dance Workshop
March 2 | Jefferson City
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Power of Dance Workshop
Jefferson City, MO - March 2, 2024 - 10-2pm
Meet new friends, increase your knowledge, collaborate and cultivate your skills as you explore the Power of Dance in your teaching practice in this action-packed workshop! Learn more about the Missouri Learning Standards for Dance and ways you can successfully incorporate dance into your instructional program.
Session #1 - Power of the Body/Mind
Session #2 Power and Passion - Rhythm and Blues and Rock 'n Roll
Session #3 Power of the Pattern -under development
Session #4 Power of the People
WORKSHOP FEES
$25 for members of MDO, MMEA, MOSHAPE or for MAAE Allies
$35 for non-members
(Includes instruction and light participant lunch/snacks)
New Teacher/Mentor Help Available
Reach out to us for resources to help new fine arts teachers thrive!
Contact director@moaae.org or complete this short survey and we will help get new teachers connected with an experienced mentor in their specific arts discipline.
Funding
Funding
Teachers are the Heart of Arts Education
Please make a donation today to grow our efforts to support, promote, and advocate for the important work fine arts teachers do everyday.
The Alliance works to build a strong arts-education-friendly coalition in Missouri with our Allies. You can help!
Become a donor: Financial contributions help us fulfill our mission to support, promote and advocate for Arts Education in Missouri. You can designate that your gift be used to support a specific program, or to support general operational expenses.
Support our efforts, Donate Now for a Great 2024!
As you may already know, the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education (MAAE) is a non-profit organization that works tirelessly to promote and support high-quality arts education in Missouri schools. Through various initiatives, advocacy campaigns, and partnerships with organizations, schools and communities, MAAE has been able to provide countless opportunities for students to learn and excel in the arts.However, we cannot do this alone. As a non-profit organization, MAAE relies heavily on the support of donors like you to continue its critical work. Your contribution, no matter how big or small, will make a significant difference in enhancing the quality and accessibility of arts education statewide.I urge you to consider making a donation to MAAE today and help us create a brighter future for our young learners. Thank you in advance for your support and for being an advocate of the arts and education.We are also grateful to those who have made in-kind donations to the Alliance. View the list of in-kind donors here.
As you may already know, the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education (MAAE) is a non-profit organization that works tirelessly to promote and support high-quality arts education in Missouri schools. Through various initiatives, advocacy campaigns, and partnerships with organizations, schools and communities, MAAE has been able to provide countless opportunities for students to learn and excel in the arts.However, we cannot do this alone. As a non-profit organization, MAAE relies heavily on the support of donors like you to continue its critical work. Your contribution, no matter how big or small, will make a significant difference in enhancing the quality and accessibility of arts education statewide.I urge you to consider making a donation to MAAE today and help us create a brighter future for our young learners. Thank you in advance for your support and for being an advocate of the arts and education.We are also grateful to those who have made in-kind donations to the Alliance. View the list of in-kind donors here.
Arts Advocacy
Arts Advocacy
View MAAE's 2024-2025 Advocacy Agenda
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The Executive Committee and Board of the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education creates an annual advocacy agenda directed toward the State Board of Education and the Missouri General Assembly.
In general, we encourage each of these entities to enact policies that support high quality arts education in Missouri.
MAAE's Arts Advocacy Efforts
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MAAE engages in arts advocacy by providing information and support for local level advocacy, maintaining communication with our colleagues engaged in national level work, and with a variety of arts advocacy work at the state level. From raising visibility, to gathering information and training, much of our work in arts advocacy is at the state level. This includes our signature advocacy programs: Fine Arts Education Day, Senate Student Arts Exhibit, and the Show-Me Arts Summit. Other activities include reporting to our allies about the activities of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the State Board of Education, pending legislation, and changes to administrative rules. We work with our allied organizations such as Missouri Citizens for the Arts, Missouri School Boards Association, and associations which support teachers, (MSTA, MNEA) school administrators, (MASA) principals (MAESP, MoASSP) and more to ensure arts education thrives in Missouri.
2024 MO Arts Advocacy Week & Day at the Capitol!
Join now to support the arts!
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Missouri Citizens for the Arts remains dedicated to amplifying the collective voice of Missouri’s arts industry so that it is both loud and strong.
During Missouri Arts Advocacy Week 2024, we will take our message directly to legislators via in-person and virtual meetings at the capitol and in-district.
Register here for Arts Advocacy Day at the Capitol
Follow the Arts Advocacy Facebook Event here
Arts Advocacy Week Schedule:
February 7, 2024: Arts Advocacy Day at the Missouri State Capitol starting at 10am
February 5-9, 2024: Advocates are encouraged to meet with legislators virtually or in district, especially if not available to meet in person at the capitol!
Missouri Citizens for the Arts invites you to attend:
Advocacy Day at the Capitol for Missouri Arts Advocacy Week
10am- Registration- Coffee and bagels provided
Location: Governors Ball Room 450 in the Governor’s Office Building (200 Madison St, Jefferson City, MO 65101)
10:30am – Morning Briefing
Location: Governors Ball Room 450 in the Governor’s Office Building (200 Madison St, Jefferson City, MO 65101)
11:30am – Move to Capitol building for legislator meetings and regional luncheons
Location: Missouri State Capitol
MCA will have an alcove reserved until 2pm in the 3rd floor rotunda
12pm – Continued Meetings with legislators
Protecting MO Libraries and the “Right to Read”
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The "Right to Read" statewide coalition supports Missouri’s libraries to remain as an open, accessible resource for books and other materials available free of charge to the public. The coalition opposes attempts to restrict access to public libraries, including those at public schools. The Coalition has the utmost confidence in trained, experienced librarians and educators to evaluate and select materials available to the public.
Membership in the Right to Read Coalition is open to organizations and individuals who support the coalition’s purpose. Join to receive timely updates, including legislative or other efforts that impact public libraries.
Join Now and Support Right to Read!
Americans for the Arts has created a new resource hub on their website to support Threats to Artistic Freedom. Find updates on activity across the United States related to advocacy in this area.
You can also endorse MAAE's Artistic Freedom Statement.
Arts Opportunities Beyond the Classroom
Arts Opportunities Beyond the Classroom
UMCM Summer Arts Camps for Jr. High/High School Students Set for June 2024
June 8-14, 2024 | Apply Now
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For students who have completed grades 7-12
The University of Central Missouri will offer a Summer Arts Camp June 8-14, 2024! This will be a week-long camp involving all parts of UCM's School of Visual & Performing Arts: Theatre & Dance, Music/Piano, and Art & Design. Students will have the option to commute daily or choose to stay on campus for the week. All classes will be taught by UCM faculty and alumni and the week will culminate in final performances and showcases for family and friends.
MoDOT Launches No MOre Trash Can Decorating Contest
Deadline March 15
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MoDOT Launches No MOre Trash Can Decorating Contest
Deadline March 15
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The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is excited to invite Missouri students in grades K-12 to help fight litter in Missouri – and to be creative and have educational fun – by participating in the 2024 No MOre Trash! trash-can-decorating contest. This contest is part of MoDOT’s annual “No MOre Trash!” statewide litter campaign.
The contest encourages school classes and groups to join in the fight against litter by decorating a large trash can with the “No MOre Trash!” logo and a litter prevention message using a variety of creative materials. Schools may submit one entry in each category: grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. The grand prize winner will receive $600 and a trophy. A $200 cash prize will be awarded to one entry in each competition category. There is no entry fee for the contest.
Details for the contest can be found at modot.org/trash-can-contest.
Kansas City Ballet Student Events 2023-2024
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Kansas City Ballet Student Events 2023-2024
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2023-2024 Student Matinees for Schools:
Peter Pan Student Matinee • February 23, 2024
New Moves Student Matinee • March 22, 2024
Arts Ed Learning from our Allies
Arts Ed Learning from our Allies
Trailblazers on Tour with Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
February 26 - March 1, 2024
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Trailblazers on Tour with Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
February 26 - March 1, 2024
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Transport your classroom back in time with a lightly staged performance featuring two world-renowned St. Louis opera trailblazers, Grace Bumbry and Robert McFerrin, Sr. Professional singers will bring these ground breaking historical figures to life through storytelling, music, and conversation in a 45-minute in-person program designed for grades 4-12. Lesson plans keyed to state standards are provided. This program is especially well suited in smaller classroom settings.
Grace Bumbry, the first black singer to appear at the internationally renowned Bayreuth Festival
Robert McFerrin Sr., the first black singer to perform a title role at the Metropolitan Opera
Questions? Contact our Education Department at mfisher@opera-stl.org or (314) 963-4251.
Missouri Arts Education Organizations Sponsor 2024 Professional Learning Conferences
Connecting arts educators in leadership and learning
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MAAE helps support exceptional professional learning opportunities sponsored by statewide arts education organizations thanks to individual and organizational contributors and funding from the Missouri Arts Council, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Francis Family Foundation.
Missouri Thespians - Jan 5 - 7 2024 (Kansas City, MO)
Missouri Music Educators Association (MMEA) - Jan 24-27, 2024
Missouri Bandmasters Association (MBA) - Jan 24-27, 2024
Missouri Choral Directors Association (MCDA) - Jan 24-27, 2024
Missouri Association of Jazz Educators (MOAJE) - Jan 24-27, 2024
Missouri Association of String Educators (MOASTA) - Jan 24-27, 2024
Missouri Art Educators Association (MAEA) Spring Conference - Mar 14-16, 2024
Missouri Bandmasters Association (MBA) - June 16-19, 2024
Missouri Dance Organization (MDO) - Spring Conference - June 28-30, 2024
hosted by the Mareck Center for Dance, Columbia, MOMissouri Choral Directors Association (MCDA) - Summer Conference July 16-19, 2024
Missouri Arts Council Updates
Missouri Arts Council Updates
Featured Artist Series
The Missouri Arts Council features Missouri Artists on their website each month. Selected artists of all disciplines — four each month from around the state —receive a $300 stipend. Learn more and apply here.
Congratulations to all of the February featured artists:
Applications are always open for artists living in Missouri. Artists are paid a stipend in cooperation with Mid-America Arts Alliance.
It's Easy! Apply Now for MAC Arts Education Grants
It's Easy! Apply Now for MAC Arts Education Grants
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Did you know that MAC has ongoing funding opportunities for schools?
Take kids to an arts destination [Big Yellow School Bus - $500 for transportation]
Bring a performance to your school [School Touring --$60%/$1,500 maximum]
Enhance your arts classroom [Artist in Residence - $4,000 grant maximum]
Bolster your faculty’s arts integration skills [Professional Development - $4,000 maximum]
Applications are due the first Monday of each month for projects at least 45 days away.
Questions? Contact Jenni Ryan, Arts Education Program Specialist, at jenni.ryan@ltgov.mo.gov, or call her at 314-340-6857 for more information.
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Updates
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Updates
From the DESE Desk:
MO Choirs Headed to Denver
By Kendra Franks, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
From the DESE Desk:
MO Choirs Headed to Denver
By Kendra Franks, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
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Congratulations to Liberty North High School Chamber Choir (Director, Brian Hartman), Nixa High School Chamber Singers (Director, Daniel Gutierrez) and to Springfield Chamber Chorus (Director, Christopher Brammer) for their selection to perform at the American Choral Directors Association Southwestern Division (SWACDA) in Denver Feb. 27 – Mar. 2, 2024!
Regional Teacher of the Year Nominations
Applications Now Open | Deadline April 14, 2024
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Regional Teacher of the Year Nominations
Applications Now Open | Deadline April 14, 2024
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Know a teacher who has a positive impact on the students in their classroom? Take the time to nominate them for Regional Teacher of the Year, the first step in DESE’s process to identify the 2025 Missouri Teacher of the Year! Click here to nominate an educator who has gone above and beyond for their students and/or your school community. The submission deadline is April 14, 2024.
The Teacher of the Year program aims to recognize the contributions of the classroom teacher to a quality and effective learning environment.
DESE Virtual Gallery
Featuring: Cameron R-I Intermediate, Middle, and High Schools and the Troy Buchanan High School of Lincoln R-III District
DESE Virtual Gallery
Featuring: Cameron R-I Intermediate, Middle, and High Schools and the Troy Buchanan High School of Lincoln R-III District
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Visit DESE’s Virtual Art Gallery here, which features creations this month from Cameron R-I Intermediate, Middle, and High Schools and the Troy Buchanan High School of Lincoln R-III District, under the instruction of art teacher Rosemary Ziegler. For more information about how your school can participate in the art exhibit, please contact Dr. Kendra Franks, DESE’s Fine Arts Curriculum Director at Kendra.Franks@dese.mo.gov.
Artwork is on display in the Jefferson Building 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. on Monday-Friday (except for state holidays). Please contact Kendra Franks, Arts Education Director before visiting.
Started in 2004, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has invited public schools throughout Missouri to submit samples of their students' artwork. The art is displayed in the Department's main office in Jefferson City and in the room where the State Board of Education holds its regular monthly meetings. Artwork from each featured school is showcased for a month. The same artwork is now featured here. For privacy reasons, the full names of the student artists will not be published here.
Schools that will be featured in the Virtual Art Gallery are already scheduled for several months in advance. Please do not submit unsolicited artwork. For more information, contact:
Kendra Franks
Director of Fine Arts Education
573-751-9610
Kendra.Franks@dese.mo.gov
Image Credit: Ashton
Missouri Citizens for the Arts Updates
Missouri Citizens for the Arts Updates
MCA Memo:
Missouri Citizens for the Arts Looking for Qualified Board Members
By Ben Martin, MCA liaison to MAAE
MCA Memo:
Missouri Citizens for the Arts Looking for Qualified Board Members
By Ben Martin, MCA liaison to MAAE
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MCA is beginning the process of nominating new members for their board of directors. Candidates with backgrounds in Arts Education are being sought. MCA is also interested in candidates who reside in North Central or South Central parts of the state. If you think you or a colleague would be a good fit, please contact Ben Martin, Nominations Committee of MCA. You may reach him at brmbj3@gmail.com.
Job Postings
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What If Puppets Fabrication Intern (unpaid) Details can be found here.
Craft Alliance is a non-profit art center in St. Louis, Missouri, dedicated to exhibiting contemporary craft and teaching craft techniques. Job opportunities can be found here.
Know of other jobs? Please share! communication@moaae.org
News and Resources from our Allies
News and Resources from our Allies
George Washington Carver National Monument Art & Essay Contest
Deadline February 16, 2024 | Open to 3rd and 4th Graders
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Teachers, your students are invited to enter original artwork or essays based on the theme and
supporting quote. The contest is open to all 3rd & 4th graders. First place winners become
park rangers for a day! Entry deadline is February 16th, 2024.
George Washington Carver National Monument preserves the birthplace and childhood home of
the renowned scientist and educator. George Washington Carver was a prolific writer and
creative artist. This contest strengthens writing skills and encourages artistic expression.
Theme – Education, based on George Washington Carver’s quote from his 1896 letter to
Booker T. Washington: “…education is the key to unlock the golden door of freedom to our
people.”
Entry Rules and Submission
ART
• open to all 3rd-4th graders
• 3rd & 4th grade entries judged together
• limit one art category entry and one essay per student
• art judged in three categories: 2-D, 3-D, or groups (3-5 students)
• 2-D or 3-D artwork limited to 24” on any side; submit by mail, in person, or email one
photo as .jpg or .pdf
• cover page and release statement must be included with each entry
• entry postmark deadline: February 16, 2024
ESSAY
• open to all 3rd-4th graders
• 3rd & 4th grade entries judged together
• limit one art category entry and one essay per student
• essays limited to 500 words, typed or hand-written; submit by mail, in person, or email
one file as .doc, .pdf, or .jpg
• cover page and release statement must be included with each entry
• entry postmark deadline: February 16, 2024
Awards – An outdoor awards ceremony and reception is set for April 6th, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
First, second, and third place winners in each category receive a medal. All participants receive
an official certificate. First place winners receive a George Washington Carver biography and
get to be a park ranger for a day! Teachers of first place winners in each category also receive
a George Washington Carver biography.
Teacher resources, additional contest information, and entry guidelines available here.
For questions contact Diane Eilenstein at Diane_Eilenstein@nps.gov
George Washington Carver
National Monument
5646 Carver Road
Diamond MO 64840
417-325-4151
George Washington "Carver – The Artist" Field Trip Opportunities
STEAM Field Trips! Where Art and Science Meet!
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The Carver - the Artist field trips at George Washington Carver National Monument are designed to help students learn about George Washington Carver’s love of art. The program will guide students around the park grounds, stopping at key locations to sketch (Boy Carver Statue, Williams Pond, 1881 Moses Carver House). Sculpture on the grounds and artwork inside the museum will be examined. Stuendts will enjoy creating art on the trials on in the on-site classroom. Staff-permitting, this program consists of three ranger-led components and three self-guided components:
Ranger-Led
• Art walk inside the visitor center
• Sketching tour of the Carver trail
• Art activities in the classroom/lab
Self-Guided
• Discovery area exhibits
• Museum store
• Picnic
A full list of available trip options available here.
For questions or to arrange a trip contact Diane Eilenstein at Diane_Eilenstein@nps.gov
George Washington Carver
National Monument
5646 Carver Road
Diamond MO 64840
417-325-4151
NEWS from Missouri Art Education Association
New MAEA Council to Take Office
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NEW - Sponsor a Student Registration - Donation
Help a student attend Spring Conference by donating the cost of their registration - $60
Professional Development and networking is vitally important for students in the Art field, but as a student funds are usually tight.
If you would like to help a student attend the Spring Conference, please make a donation today. Donations can be marked 1 of 2 of the following ways:
Designated - the funds will be used for the student named.
General Donation - to be used for any student who needs help paying for the conference.
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MAEA Spring Conference Slated.
March 14-16, 2024
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Save the date for the MAEA Spring Conference March 14-16, 2024 at the Marriott Country Club Plaza Hotel, Kansas City, MO for more information visit, https://www.maea.net/programs-and-events/spring-conference
MAEA is in need of AV (2 projectors, screens, sound system for main keynote events, and 4projectors/screens in breakout rooms) for their Spring Conference in Kansas City, March 14-16, 2024. The companies near the hotel are submitting bids over $15,000. If you know of a company or person who can help assist with MAEA's technology needs for their conference, please contact Kim Powell, MAEA President at president@maea.net.
Help Students Attend MAEA Spring Conference
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Help a student attend Spring Conference by donating the cost of their registration - $60
Professional Development and networking is vitally important for students in the Art field, but as a student funds are usually tight.
If you would like to help a student attend the Spring Conference, please make a donation today. Donations can be marked 1 of 2 of the following ways:
Designated - the funds will be used for the student named.
General Donation - to be used for any student who needs help paying for the conference.
Sponsor a Student Here
Upcoming Events at the Nelson Atkins
Resources for Black History Month
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Resources for Black History Month
If you would like to incorporate art by African American artists into your commemoration of Black History Month, the ERC has a variety of resources that can support your efforts. For younger students, picture books can highlight the work of such artists as Gordon Parks, Laura Wheeler Waring, and Ernie Barnes, among many others. Books focused on Kansas City Black History, photographs of the Civil Rights movement, and contemporary African American artists can enrich lessons for older students. And, students can visit the Nelson-Atkins website to browse an online collection of museum works by African American artists representing a variety of artforms, time periods, and styles.
New School Tour Coming This Spring
Stay tuned in the coming weeks for the roll-out of a new school tour option for high school students. Seen & Unseen: Identity in Portraiture will engage students in analyzing historical and contemporary portraits and considering how identity is communicated in works of art. Keep an eye on our tours page (https://www.nelson-atkins.org/museum-tours/schools-youth/tours-workshops/) to learn more about the Seen & Unseen tour once it launches later this spring.
New Digital Concert from the SLSO!
Be a part of the Orchestra team!
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The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra is excited to offer a new digital program to bring the orchestra into your classroom this school year! Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra introduces each instrument of the orchestra and showcases all that they can do. Additional backstage footage takes you and your students behind the scenes with Professor Nigel Taproot and conductor Norman Huynh to experience how a concert comes together. From the musicians onstage to the professionals backstage, you’ll experience the teamwork needed to bring orchestral music to life.
This FREE, on-demand digital program includes a 30-minute video plus lesson plans filled with engaging classroom activities.
Register for free access to Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra and all other SLSO digital education programs with one form. On-demand access will be available until July 31, 2024.
Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra was created in partnership with Really Inventive Stuff.
SLSO education programs are presented by Steward Family Foundation and World Wide Technology.
This digital education program is supported in part by generous grants from The Berges Family Foundation, The Dana Brown Charitable Trust, U.S. Bank, Trustee, Fletcher Jones Foundation, Moneta Group Charitable Foundation. The SLSO is a proud corporate sponsor of NAfME.
SLSO Family Concert: Dance Party!
March 24 | Lindenwood University’s J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts
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SLSO Family Concert
Dance Party!
March 24 Sunday at 3:00pm
Lindenwood University’s J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts
Jason Seber, conductor
What happens when the latest dance craze meets the orchestra? A giant dance party with your SLSO! Wear your dancing shoes—you won’t be able to keep still as you experience some of the greatest orchestral music of all time. Dancers from Ballet 314 will take you on an exploration of different dance genres, choreographed to classical favorites like Igor Stravinsky’s The Firebird Suite, Aaron Copland’s Variations on a Shaker Melody (Simple Gifts), Georges Bizet’s “Habanera” from Carmen and more! Recommended for ages 5-10.
Doors open at 2:00pm for pre-concert activities including a musical scavenger hunt with musicians from the St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra.
Family Concerts are inclusive of people with sensory sensitivities. Accommodations will be provided so that everyone may enjoy the experience of live orchestral music. Available soon - a social story to help your child get ready for the concert.
Created in partnership with Ballet 314
Audio description provided by MindsEye
SLSO education programs are presented by Steward Family Foundation & World Wide Technology
SLSO is a proud corporate member of NAfME
Tickets: https://shop.slso.org/7937/7938
Storytelling in Art, Self-Directed Virtual Field Trip
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Storytelling in Art Self-Directed Virtual Field Trip
A digital resource for students and teachers that explores intersections of visual art, storytelling, and creative writing. Self-directed activities invite students to interpret artworks, discover how artists incorporate literature and narrative into works of art, and practice their own creative writing inspired by artwork. The resource can be used by students independently, or facilitated by teachers or care givers. Explore more: https://www.slam.org/teachers-students/storytelling-in-art-field-trip/
Fiber Fun! Stitching and Weaving Teacher Workshop
February 24, 2024 | 10:30 am - 3 PM
Saint Louis Art Museum
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The program will include lunch, guided gallery tours, and hands-on stitching and weaving workshops.
Enrollment is free, and is on a first come, first served basis. Space is limited and enrollment requests are considered with regard to equitable school and/or school district representation. Lunch and materials will be provided.
Learn more and request to enroll
Visit the Teachers and Students page of slam.org for information on other teacher and student learning opportunities, or visit the Museum's Events page to view event listings for a range of audiences. Feel free to reach out to teacherprograms@slam.org with any questions.
Image Credits: Yoruba artist; Woman's Wrapper, c.1900; cotton and silk (alaari); 42 x 68 1/2 inches; Saint Louis Art Museum, Friends Fund 13:2023
Nominate a Distinguished Missouri Educator Today!
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Nominate a Distinguished Missouri Educator Today!
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Since 1974, the Missouri State Board of Education and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education have selected a few individuals to be honored as Missouri Pioneers in Education, in recognition of their distinguished careers and contributions to public education, either at the state or local levels.
The Pioneer awards are presented by the president of the Missouri State Board of Education and the commissioner of education during DESE's annual conference for school administrators.
More than 200 individuals have been named to the select group of Pioneers since the inception of the award. This select group includes outstanding and long-serving school teachers and administrators, dedicated local board of education members, college and university deans and presidents, and former legislators and governors.
Saint Louis Chamber Chorus Presents:
The Austro-Hungarian Empire
February 18 | 3pm
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Saint Louis Chamber Chorus Presents:
The Austro-Hungarian Empire
February 18 | 3pm
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The Austro-Hungarian Empire
February 18, 2024
3:00pm
Shrine of St. Joseph, St. Louis
1220 N. 11th St., St. Louis, MO 63106
Philip Barnes, Artistic Director
The grandeur that this empire cultivated extended from architecture to music, and included such geniuses as Mozart, Haydn and Johann Strauss. Their motets punctuate the complete Missa Choralis of Franz Liszt, performed in the opulent sanctuary of this historic St. Louis landmark.
General Admission $30
Students $10
Learn more and get tickets here!
Exhibitions at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Teacher Guides Available
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Exhibitions at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Teacher Guides Available
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Check out the Nelson-Atkins Museum’s current featured exhibitions, Evelyn Hofer: Eyes on the City and Monet and his Modern Legacy. We have downloadable Teacher Guides for each of these shows (find them here), which can be used to support either an onsite visit with students or study in the classroom.
KS/MO Kennedy Center Partners in Education Teacher Professional Development
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KS/MO Kennedy Center Partners in Education Teacher Professional Development
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Folding Fractions: Origami & Math
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
4:30 PM 7:30 PM
Kansas City Young Audiences (map)
Featuring Kuniko Yamamoto
Featuring Kuniko Yamamoto
For teachers of grades 2-5
For teachers of grades 2-5
Looking for something highly mathematical, packed with geometry and fractions? Origami-the art of folding paper-is the answer! Award winning origami artist & storyteller from Japan, Kuniko, introduces you to the art form of origami and how to fold a variety of origami models so students can create folding patterns that demonstrate their understanding of shapes, angles, and geometric attributes. Math vocabulary will begin to make sense to students and fractions will become obvious as the creasing paper patterns turn into artistic creations! A native of Japan, Kuniko also folds her cultural perspectives and math games into every workshop.
Thursday, February 22, 2024
4:30 PM 6:00 PM
JCCC (Regnier Center, Capitol Federal Room) (map)
Featuring Kayla Sandusky & Kim Ratliff
Featuring Kayla Sandusky & Kim Ratliff
For teachers of grades Pre-K-2
For teachers of grades Pre-K-2
Join Teaching Artists Kayla Sandusky and Kim Ratliff for an interactive PD that will leave you inspired and ready to try new things with your students! This session will focus on creative dramatics and SEL practices that will positively impact your classroom and your students.
Thursday, April 4, 2024
4:30 PM 7:30 PM
JCCC (Regnier Center, Capitol Federal Room) (map)
Featuring Kay Thomas
For teachers of grades 2-8
Featuring Kay Thomas
For teachers of grades 2-8
Good design, like good construction, is an essential element in any engineering or art experience. In this workshop, we will be manipulating paper by folding, bending, and cutting to create 3-dimensional works of art that represent objectives from across the curriculum. Let’s Build! will actively engage you in a deep art experience to gain the knowledge and skills needed to give your builders and non-traditional learners a voice with paper sculpture.
The University of Wonder & Imagination
February 7 - 8, 2024
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The University of Wonder & Imagination
February 7 - 8, 2024
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'The University of Wonder & Imagination'
10 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday, February 7, 2024 - February 8, 2024
Yardley Hall - Johnson County Community College
School show tickets start at $5.
Recommended for grades 2-6.
Assemble with your fellow students and journey to the most unusual of universities, where the mysterious Professor Bamberg will guide you through this interactive theater experience. The choices you, the audience, make will shape your unique course!
Choose your subjects of study and enter themed rooms (such as Math, Space, and Art!). Interact with the liveliest of lecturers and encounter all kinds of problems and puzzles, unlocking your magical powers as you go.
Cahoots combines magic and illusion with multimedia technology to create an innovative, engaging theatrical performance that's bound to boggle the mind and spark the imagination. Come join the class!
Cahoots NI is at the forefront of Northern Irish theatre and is the leading professional theatre company producing work for children. Since beginning operations in November 2001, Cahoots NI has produced original, boldly innovative work for children, some staged in conventional theatre venues and some in purpose-designed sites or specific locations, including schools and healthcare settings. Its work concentrates on combining the visual potential of theatre with the age-old popularity of magic and illusion.
Student Art Competition: Through the Eyes of Students
Deadline Friday, April 19, 2024
Open to Grades 1-12, public/private/home school in Eastern District of Missouri
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The Judicial Learning Center is excited to provide a venue for students within the District to express their view of juries through artistic expression. Entry in the competition is free and open to all students in grades 1-12, including public, private and home-schooled, within the Eastern District of Missouri. Click HERE to see the geographic boundaries of the District. NOTE: All three highlighted divisions are included in the Eastern District.
Please carefully read the guidelines on the “Entry and Release Form.”
Suggested lesson plans to instruct students about juries can be found on the attached “Teacher Guide.”
Judging and Prizes
Judging and Prizes
Judging will be done by an independent panel of lawyers identified by the non-profit Judicial Learning Center, Inc. Artwork will be judged based on the following criteria: originality, design, technique, content, and appeal to the theme of “Juries.”
Entries will be divided into groups by grade:
1st and 2nd grades = Lower Elementary
3rd, 4th, and 5th grades = Upper Elementary
6th, 7th, and 8th grades = Middle School
9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grades = High School
1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Honorable Mention prizes will be awarded per grade level group.
1st Place = $250 cash
2nd Place = $100 cash
3rd Place = $50 cash
All winners will receive a certificate, a ribbon, and their work will be displayed in the Jury Assembly Room on the 1st floor of the Thomas F. Eagleton U.S. Courthouse in St. Louis.
Entry and Deadline
Entry and Deadline
Each entry must include a completed and signed “Student Entry and Release Form,” along with the original artwork.
Entry must be postmarked (tracking recommended) or hand-delivered (by appointment only), no later than 4:00 PM on Friday, April 19, 2024.
NOTE: Teachers may contact us for a bulk-submit option for classes.
Direct questions to:
Info@JudicialLearningCenter.org
(314)244-2410
A Slice a Day Keeps the Writer Engaged!
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Interested in building up your writing practice in the month of March? You should participate in the 2024 Slice of Life Challenge! Basically, each of the 31 days in March, you write about a 'slice' of your day/life. And, of course, we all want an audience! GWP TCs are invited to use this form to create a network of local teachers as readers of each others' blogs. Prior to the first day of the challenge, GWP will send out a list of TCs blogging for the challenge so that we can support each other as cheerleaders.
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Exciting news from the College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP) program! The College Board aims to ensure all students are ready with the content and critical thinking skills they need to have the confidence to take their first AP course. To support this goal, College Board will make all Pre-AP courses available, free of charge, to any school offering AP Seminar, AP Computer Science Principles, or AP African American Studies to students in grades 10 and up, or AP Precalculus to students in grade 12. If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, fill out this form no later than February 29, 2024. (See below for an example of how to schedule Pre-AP courses.)
Looking for AP exam and test-day administration information? The AP Coordinator Manual – Part 2, is now available!
The College Board is recruiting AP Exam Readers (the trained teachers who score AP exams). If you are interested, the AP Exam Reader experience is a phenomenal professional opportunity – apply here! (note: you do receive compensation)
If you have questions or request support, please contact Brad Brunner at bbrunner@collegeboard.org
Free Public Programs Coming Up at St. Louis Story Stitcher's
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StitchCast Studio LIVE!
Watch and be a part of Story Stitchers live podcast discussions, presented on the state-of-the-arts stage of 3301 Washington Ave. Story Stitchers artists and guest artists will round out each presentation with live art interludes.
High Low
Listening Room
3301 Washington Ave 63103
Doors Open 6:00
StitchCast and Art Interlude 6:30-8:00
Open Mic 8:00-9:00
January 23, 2024
February 27, 2024
March 26, 2024
April 23, 2024
May 28, 2024
Free and open to the public.
StitchCast Studio podcasts are published and available on Podbean, Google Podcasts, apple podcasts, Spotify and Youtube.
The Center is open!
3701 Grandel Sq, 1A, St. Louis, MO 63108
High School Class Tours available.
Emeara@storystitchers.org
Missouri State Parks Bus Grant
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Missouri State Parks Bus Grant
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The Bus Grant Program assists schools and nonprofit organizations with the transportation expenses of field trips and outdoor learning opportunities at Missouri state parks and historic sites. Bus grants have been made available to Missouri schools and youth-focused nonprofit organizations throughout the state.
The Bus Grant Program grant round is currently open and accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year. This is a noncompetitive grant that is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified applicants. Applications must be submitted by email or mail by May 8, 2024, for field trips planned for the 2023-2024 school year (July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024).
Learn More Here
Locations include arts related sites like the Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio!
Art + History + Nature
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The Missouri Alliance for Arts Education encourages you to join our statewide arts education organizations. Uniting with others strengthens our collective voice in advocacy, and ensures that students throughout the state have ever-improving, high quality teachers. These teachers gain tools to help cultivate each student's ability to express themselves through the arts. Joining the organizations and attending their conferences is a cost-effective and comprehensive way for teachers to receive content-specific professional learning. The leadership of each group passionately cares of Missouri teachers and wants to provide them the tools they need to help their students succeed. Join today!
Missouri Music Educators Association (MMEA)
Missouri State Thespians (MoThespians)
Metro Theatre Company's 2024 Season
Field Trip & Touring Opportunities
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Metro Theatre Company's 2024 Season
Field Trip & Touring Opportunities
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Metro Theater Company is St. Louis’ oldest professional theater company creating theatrical works aimed specifically at young people and their families. Inspired by the intelligence and emotional wisdom of young people, we create theater that challenges and inspires, foster inclusive community, and nurture meaningful learning through the arts. For more information, visit www.metroplays.org.
A Year with Frog & Toad
Based on the books by Arnold Lobel
Books and Lyrics by Willie Reale
Music by Robert Reale
A three-time Tony nominated musical! Just because Frog and Toad are as different as night and day doesn’t mean they can’t be best friends. Over the course of a year, their adventures remind us that it’s those differences that make a friendship stronger – and life more fun!
Live at the Grandel Theatre in St. Louis February 5 – March 1
$10/student; $5/teacher
Best enjoyed by grades PK-3
For more information, visit www.metroplays.org.
Nominations Open for the Life Changer of the Year Award
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Nominations Open for the Life Changer of the Year Award
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Life Changer of the Year is an annual program sponsored by the National Life Group that recognizes and rewards K-12 educators and school employees across the country who are making a significant difference in the lives of students by exemplifying excellence, positive influence, and leadership. Click here for the nomination form. To learn more about the award, visit the Life Changer website.
Nominations Open for NAGC Arts Network Research Award
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Nominations Open for NAGC Arts Network Research Award
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National Association for Gifted Children recognizes outstanding leaders, scholars, advocates and dedicated contributors. The Arts Research Award recognizes excellence in research about high-ability arts education and arts talent development and aims to increase understanding and availability of research about the needs of artistically gifted and talented and to bridge boundaries between professional organizations and scholarly fields. Learn more here.
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