January 2024
January 2024
Vol 35
Vol 35
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MAAE News Updates
MAAE News Updates
January 2024
Happy New Year! Hope you are well-rested and anticipating a prosperous and productive 2024!
December contained lots of internal infrastructural work for the Alliance, including working with staff to refresh our strategic plan and ensuring all is in place for the remainder of the FY24 fiscal year. We are pleased to announce an expanded role for Dr. Cynthia Williams Phelps who will become Director of Professional Learning for the Alliance, beginning in January. Other highlights include the announcement of the incoming leader for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and Commissioner of Education, appointed by Missouri's State Board of Education. Dr. Senator Karla Eslinger will take the helm on June 1, 2024 after the close of the legislative session.
MAAE's Signature Advocacy Events are approaching and we'd love you to be involved! Fine Arts Education Day - Wednesday, April 3, 2024 - is our annual advocacy day in Jefferson City where we fill the rotunda, grounds and Governor's Garden with a celebration of arts education in Missouri. Live and virtual (video) performances are shared, and student work in the arts are on display. We need you to make this day a reality each year. Apply to have your students featured in-person or virtually by submitting videos. We love to receive your student showcase videos, performances, and also videos which focus on the arts learning process. Many people also meet with their legislators while in the state capitol, so bring your students to our SHOW-ME Arts Summit, a student advocacy training seminar which precedes Fine Arts Education Day on Tuesday evening, April 2, 2024. Virtual training options are also possible. Register early and save! Help with transportation costs may be possible through a bus grant from Missouri State Parks. Plan to participate!
Nominations are still being accepted for the MAAE Awards. Whether you wish to shine a spotlight on your district, recognize an innovative teacher, a supportive administrator, or a government or community arts champion nominate them today! These awards not only help us say thank you to individuals, but elevate arts education in Missouri! Learn more here.
MAAE's free professional learning communities resume in January. Plan to attend and invite your friends, too! See below for details about each session.
MAIN events • FAME meetings • IDEA sessions
Please mark your calendars and plan to attend the Power of Dance workshop set for March 2, 2024 from 10am-2pm in Jefferson City. Geared to help music teachers and physical education teachers become even more comfortable with the dance elements within their curricular areas, this active workshop promises to leave participants with knowledge and skills they can immediately use with their students. Discounted registration fees available for members of MMEA, MOSHAPE, MDO and the Alliance. It's never too late to 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.
Finally, we offer our thanks to all who chose to include the Alliance as a part of their year-end giving. We are dependent upon our contributors to ensure that we are able to continue to provide services to Missouri's arts ed community. It's never too late to give! MAAE is a 501(c)(3) and tax-deductible donations are welcome throughout the year from individuals, schools, organizations and businesses.
Stay warm out there and best wishes to all!
Phyllis Pasley
MAAE Work
MAAE Work
January 31 - Last Day to Help Us Recognize Excellence in Arts Education, MAAE Awards 2024!!
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Deadline for nominations January 31, 2024
Nominating supporters and advocates for the arts to be honored at our state capital each year has lasting impact on our communities. MAAE believes that nominating change-makers matters for the following reasons:
Recognition: An award can give advocates visibility and recognition for their contributions to the arts education field, as well as their dedication to promoting creative expression and cultural awareness.
Encouragement: Recognition by colleagues and the community can provide advocates with positive reinforcement for their work, which can encourage them to continue pushing for quality arts education programs.
Inspiration: Honoring advocates with an award can inspire others to get involved in arts education advocacy and take action in their own communities.
Networking: An award ceremony can be an excellent opportunity for advocates to meet and connect with other like-minded individuals, which could lead to collaborations and partnerships in the future.
Please honor those change-makers in your life today!
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.
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.
Arts Integration in the Elementary Classroom
January 29, 2024 - 4:30pm
Megan Thompson, Assistant Principal at Kellybrook Elementary, will discuss her experience of incorporating arts integration in the classroom for the past six years and how she is now introducing it to a new school as assistant principal.
The session includes an interactive activity on using arts integration strategies with design thinking.
Sign up here.
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.
What's TAB Got to Do with It?
January 9, 2024 - 4:30pm
Visit with the TAB St. Louis group to learn more about the choice-based pedagogical approach.
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.
Dr. Ralph Mason
January 18 - 4:30pm
Musician, author and professional speaker, Dr. Ralph Mason of the Positive Zone Corporation joins us on 1.18.24 to share his distinctive wisdom.
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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.
Racism, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Committee
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.
MAEA sponsors JEDI Brunch
You are invited to attend the MAEA sponsored JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Brunch which is open to all, and typically takes place the first Saturday of the month at 11am-noon via ZOOM. SIGN UP to attend!
Look for the 2023-2024 JEDI Brunch conversations to start in November.
MAAE Arts Across the Curriculum
MAAE Arts Across the Curriculum
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.
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.
Ongoing Efforts For MAAE
Ongoing Efforts For MAAE
Register by January 15, 2024
$25 per participant
Student quad occupancy.
Includes training, 3 meals and lodging
Register by February 1, 2024 - $35/pp.
Register by March 1, 2024 - $45/pp.
Show-Me Arts Summit
Empowering the Student Voice in Advocacy
April 2-3, 2024
Register Now and Save!
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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.
Deadline Extended for Student Fine Arts Submissions
Accepting submissions on all fine art disciplines
Deadline Now January 12, 2024 | Tap to learn more
We are excited to announce the Senate Student Fine Arts Exhibition, a showcase of the incredible artistic talents of Missouri youth. This year’s exhibit, like in years past, will feature images of many fine arts disciplines.
As a community, we believe in not only the importance of politics and policy but also in the importance of art and expression. The Senate Arts Exhibit provides an opportunity for our legislators to appreciate and celebrate the creativity within our community.
We invite all Missouri Fine Arts teachers to participate in this event by simply submitting photographs of student work and/or performances for display at the State Capital in Jefferson City. Selected photographs of student artwork/performances will be framed and displayed with the student artist’s name. There is no fee for submission and all submissions are submitted digitally.
We hope you will take advantage of this opportunity to share your art and to connect with your policy makers in a creative and meaningful way. Please contact Vicki Bean at senate.exhibit@maea.net if you have any questions.
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
We are stronger together.
We are stronger together.
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 Training via Zoom
Register here for Arts Advocacy Day at the Capitol
Follow the Arts Advocacy Facebook Event here
Arts Advocacy Training
Join MCA as we prepare for Missouri Arts Advocacy Week! This statewide training will help prepare you tips and key information to help you talk with legislators about the importance of state funding for the arts! Hear from MCA lobbyist Kyna Iman, statewide arts leaders, and more!
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
Missouri Fine Arts Academy Set for 2024
Accepting student applications open through Jan. 28, 2024
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“Art can transform our perception of the world by stimulating our imagination and exposing us to new possibilities.” -Dr. Fatih Benzer, director
The next session of the Missouri Fine Arts Academy (MFAA) is scheduled for June 2-15, 2024 on the Springfield campus of Missouri State University.
The Missouri Fine Arts Academy (MFAA) is a two-week summer residential program for highly motivated sophomore, junior and senior high school student artists in the disciplines of:
Visual Arts/Mixed Media (painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, photography, digital art)
Theatre (acting)
Dance (modern, ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop)
Creative Writing (fiction, short story, poetry, playwriting, spoken word)
Music (vocal or instrumental performance, songwriting, composition, electronic music)
Missouri high school students interested in attending can apply starting Oct. 16, 2023. The application portal will be available through Jan. 28, 2024. Resident assistant and faculty applications are also being accepted.
An announcement from the Missouri Fine Arts Academy:
"We are delighted to inform you that the Missouri Fine Arts Academy (MFAA) 2024 is tuition free! We are grateful for the support of the Missouri legislature for making this possible for students from around the state. It is an open application with no quota for districts. The deadline for submissions of application materials is the end of January 2024. The Reynolds College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities at Missouri State University will host the MFAA from June 2 – 15, 2024."
A Note on The Missouri Fine Arts Academy
From Kendra Franks, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
A Note on The Missouri Fine Arts Academy
From Kendra Franks, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
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The Missouri Fine Arts Academy (MFAA) summer camp, June 2 - 15, 2024, is currently accepting applications. The cost is free to all selected students! Thank you for the generous support of the Missouri legislature and private donations! Please nominate and encourage your high school sophomore, junior, or senior fine arts students to submit application materials by the end of January. Missouri State University (MSU) in Springfield will be hosting, and the areas of study offered are the following:
Creative Writing (fiction, short story, poetry, playwriting, spoken word)
Dance (modern, ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop)
Music (vocal or instrumental performance, songwriting, composition, electronic music).
Theatre (acting)
Visual Arts/Mixed Media (painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, photography, digital art)
The MFAA summer camp is a life-changing event for fine arts students. They not only will gain knowledge in their content area from expert artists and fuel for the passion of their art, but they will gain friendships for a lifetime!
We desire to see "blooming" artists at MFAA 2024 from all around the state of Missouri!
Information can be found here: https://www.missouristate.edu/MFAA/default.htm
If any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Kendra Franks, Ph.D.
Director of Fine Arts, Office of College and Career Readiness
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Kendra.franks@dese.mo.gov
(573) 751-9610
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.
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Opens Entry for Picture the Music
FREE Cross-curricular Art Competition for Students in Grades K-6
Deadline to enter is January 17, 2024 | Tap to learn more
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Opens Entry for Picture the Music
FREE Cross-curricular Art Competition for Students in Grades K-6
Deadline to enter is January 17, 2024 | Tap to learn more
Spark your students’ imagination and creativity with Picture the Music. This FREE, cross-curricular program invites students in grades K-6 to experience music, art, and nature as powerful strategies for emotional regulation. Through listening to music and using painting or drawing to express how it makes them feel, students will begin to understand and process their emotions in new and healthy ways.
This year’s program features “The Dance of the Butterfly” from Albert Roussel’s The Spider’s Feast. After exploring the music and responding with art, submit your students’ artwork into the Picture the Music art competition. Select works of art will be honored at an awards ceremony at the Missouri Botanical Garden and featured in a traveling art exhibit.
Online submission allows for quick and easy entry. Submissions must be received by by January 17, 2024.
Learn more here.
Created in partnership with the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Missouri Botanical Garden, and Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House.
Presented in partnership with the St. Louis Symphony Volunteer Association.
SLSO education programs are presented by Steward Family Foundation and World Wide Technology
MoDOT Launches No MOre Trash Can Decorating Contest
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MoDOT Launches No MOre Trash Can Decorating Contest
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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 January featured artists below:
Applications are always open for artists living in Missouri. Artists are paid a stipend in cooperation with Mid-America Arts Alliance.
Poetry Out Loud - Register Now
Poetry Out Loud - Register Now
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High school speech & theatre teachers: register for Poetry Out Loud, the national poetry recitation contest that builds student confidence through public speaking and literary interpretation skills.
TEACHERS: Are you searching for ways to motivate, engage, and inspire your students? Longing to breathe life into your classroom? Looking to bring some joy to your school community? Try Poetry Out Loud!
What is it?
• Poetry recitation competition for high schoolers
• Begins at the school level
o From school to regional to state championship and finally national contest, Poetry Out Loud gives students the gift of truth and beauty as they perform.
• Sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Poetry Foundation, and the Missouri Arts Council [state level]
Why Poetry Out Loud?
Hear from a teacher: Poetry Out Loud: Best High School Poetry Activity Ever. Motivating, engaging, and energizing students toward creative expression, mastery of language, and presentation skills.
o Build student confidence
o Offer a unique opportunity to “shine”
o Generate school spirit beyond the athletic arena
o Earn prize money
State Champion wins $1,000 for family travel to Washington DC and national contest
National winners earn up to $20,000, along with stipends to the schools of the top 9 finalists
Follow this link to the national website: Poetry Out Loud 2023-2024 Guide for Teachers and Organizers
Interested? Contact Ginny Sanders at Virginia.Sanders@ltgov.mo.gov or Jenni Ryan at Jenni.Ryan@ltgov.mo.gov for more information.
Key dates:
January 21 School competitions completed
February 25 Regional competitions completed
February 26 Regional champion report due
March 6 & 7 State championship [Jefferson City]
March 21 State champion information due
April 30-May 2 National contest [Washington DC]
Questions? Contact Jenni Ryan, Arts Education Program Specialist, at jenni.ryan@ltgov.mo.gov, or call her at 314-340-6857 for more information.
Help us let teachers know about
POETRY OUT LOUD
Check out this video highlighting
have produced by MAAE's fall 2024 intern
from Missouri University (MU)
Chloe Oliphant.
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.
Announcing the honorees for the 2024 Missouri Arts Awards!
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Announcing the honorees for the 2024 Missouri Arts Awards!
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The 2024 Missouri Arts Recipients have been announced!
Arts Education: Liberty Public School District, Liberty
Arts Organization: Laumeier Sculpture Park, St. Louis
Creative Community: Perryville,
Individual Artist: Catherine Dudley-Rose, St. Louis
Leadership in the Arts: Kathleen Morrissey, West Plains
Philanthropy: Charlotte Street, Kansas City
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Updates
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Updates
From the DESE Desk:
Fine Arts Academy and Power of Dance Workshop
By Kendra Franks, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
From the DESE Desk:
Fine Arts Academy and Power of Dance Workshop
By Kendra Franks, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
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The Missouri Fine Arts Academy (MFAA) summer camp “Transform” hosted by Missouri State University is June 2 – 16, 2024. The Missouri legislature is fully funding the MFAA with a desire for students from around the state of MO to have the opportunity to participate and be “transformed” as they grow as an artist. Applications for MFAA are due the end of January. Don’t miss out on this “transforming” event! (If you would like to ensure that travel expenses for students to attend MFAA are not a barrier for them, please contact the MO Arts Council (MAC) and make a donation).
The first annual “Power of Dance” workshop with dance helps for MO educators in music and PE will take place at the Governor’s building in Jefferson City on Sat. March 2nd from 10am – 2pm. This professional development opportunity will provide active and relevant workshops led by trained dance experts in the power of movement for student success. A light lunch and snacks are provided; professional development credit can be earned; and more information can be found Missouri Alliance for Arts Education - Power of Dance Workshop (moaae.org)
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: Troy Buchanan High School of Lincoln R-III District
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DESE Virtual Gallery
Featuring: 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 Troy Buchanan High School in the Lincoln County R-III School 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: Art by Alexis from Troy Buchanan High School
Commissioner of Education Margie Vandeven Stepping Down
Commissioner of Education Margie Vandeven Stepping Down
Missouri Commissioner of Education Margie Vandeven announced she will be stepping down from her position effective July 1, 2024. She has served as the Commissioner of Education for more than seven years, from January 2015 to December 2017, and again January 2019 to present.
Commissioner Vandeven said she announced her resignation now to give the State Board of Education ample time to complete the process of finding a successor, pledging to work tirelessly in her final months on behalf of Missouri students and educators.
Eslinger Named Next DESE Commissioner
Eslinger Named Next DESE Commissioner
The State Board of Education announced that Senator Karla Eslinger will assume the role as the state’s next commissioner for DESE effective June 1, 2024, after concluding her work in the Missouri Senate during the 2024 legislative session.
DESE, under Eslinger’s direction, will continue to focus on key strategic priorities, including early childhood education, literacy, safe and healthy schools, workforce development, and teacher recruitment and retention.
Eslinger is the seventh individual, and third female, to serve as Missouri’s Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education since the position was created in 1947.
Read the full news release here.
Missouri Citizens for the Arts Updates
Missouri Citizens for the Arts Updates
MCA Memo: Missouri Citizens for the Arts Advocates for You
By Ben Martin, MCA liaison to MAAE
MCA Memo: Missouri Citizens for the Arts Advocates for You
By Ben Martin, MCA liaison to MAAE
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When you are in the middle of grading, lesson planning, rehearsing or just trying to make time for your family, arts advocacy sometimes seems like a distant idea. However, those of us at Missouri Citizens for the Arts (MCA) have your back. Over the past couple of years, tremendous strides have been made in advocating for the Arts (and especially Arts Education) in Missouri.
Thanks to key legislators who worked with MCA, the Missouri Fine Arts Academy will be available in June of 2024 as a free summer institute for talented arts students around the state. Please take advantage of this opportunity and identify students who could benefit from not only the accelerated and intensive learning, but, perhaps more importantly the caring and supportive atmosphere that reinforces the value of their participation in the arts. For application information please go to https://www.missouristate.edu/MFAA/apply.htm
The Missouri Arts Council was granted one of the largest increases in funding in its almost 60 year history. MCA worked to convince the Missouri General Assembly to appropriate over $10 million for Fiscal Year 2024. That puts Missouri in the top 10 of state support for their Arts agency.
Those increases provide even more opportunities for students and teachers. Examples include—
Big Yellow School Bus Grants that support field trips to performing and visual arts event for students
Touring Express Grants which support guest artists who visit schools and work with students on a variety of arts-related activities
Arts Education Program Grants which support Arts organization education programs
So, how can you be a part of the continuing advocacy yourselves? We have a number of ideas, some of which require very little extra effort on the part of teachers.
Take part in Advocacy Week, February 5-9, 2024. This week long event includes advocacy training sessions as well as the actual visit to the Capitol in Jefferson City to speak directly to our legislators. Involve your students by convincing parents and administrators of the civics education value of visiting the capitol while taking part in issues advocacy. https://mo4arts.org/arts-advocacy-week
Invite legislators to attend art shows, concerts, plays and other arts activities you sponsor when they are back home ‘in-district.’
Everything you do should be advocacy! Every performance, event or contact with parents or the public needs to contain an advocacy component. Add reasons why the arts matter in play programs, power-point slides and talks that you give in the community. Engage the students and give them talking points they can use at home and in the community as well.
Thanks so much for all you do for the children of Missouri. We hope to see you at Arts Advocacy events and activities throughout the year.
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
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.
Also, November was Native American Heritage Month, take time to learn about the artistic and cultural traditions of Native peoples. Click here to see some resources related to Native American cultures available in the Nelson-Atkins ERC.
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
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.
Do you identify as a school arts leader?
If yes! You are invited!
In Person & Zoom | January 24 | Free
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This one-hour workshop is offered In cooperation with the St. Louis-based Fine Arts Collaborative Educators, Megan Meier and Jeff Lackey, along with DESE's Arts Education Director, Dr. Kendra Franks we invite you to help identify those interested in professional learning who have taken on an arts ed leadership role, or aspire to do so.
To help us learn more about Missouri's current and aspiring school arts ed leaders, we've created a survey to help us learn more about their professional learning needs. Even if you cannot attend the event, if you view yourself as a school arts leader, department chair, or arts discipline coordinator, we'd love to hear from you!
Artists and arts educators have worked and practiced to honed their skills. Teachers have studied pedagogy, and the most effective means of engaging students in arts learning; helping them reach their potential. However, when a teacher makes a transition towards administration, and begins navigating challenges associated with leading teams of teacher colleagues, budgets and resources, there are few opportunities to learn how to become for effective leaders in their arts administrative practice.
Once we know who is a part of this group and what their needs might be, we plan to do what we can to provide school arts leader support through resources, networking and convening.
Email director@moaae.org for link
Take Arts Admin Needs Survey
Art Sings! Interdisciplinary Teacher Workshop
January 20 | Free
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Art Sings! Interdisciplinary Teacher Workshop
January 20, 10 am – 1:30 pm
Presented in Partnership with Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
Free for current and pre-service educators
Educators will collaborate to create an original piece of music inspired by an artwork at Saint Louis Art Museum. Participants will also receive refreshments and ideas for integrating art and music projects into their curricula.
Learn more and to request to enroll: https://www.slam.org/event/art-sings-interdisciplinary-teacher-workshop-2/
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/
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.
North, a powerful new musical
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North, a powerful new musical
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"North The Musical"
North is a moving story that explores the multi-faceted reality of Black life during the Underground railroad, and which aims to bring out the full range of experiences of freedom seekers. While acknowledging the realities of slavery, the narrative and original musical compositions by Ashli St. Armant explore themes of optimism, bravery, playfulness, wonder, suspense and mystery. The musical is intended for intergenerational audiences, ages 10 and up.
School Shows:
Thursday 1/25 at 10:00 and 1:00 PM
Friday 1/26 at 10:00 and 1:00 PM
Public Shows
Saturday 1/27 at 2:00 and 7:00 PM
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).
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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.
MAEA Spring Conference Slated.
AV Assistance Needed for Conference
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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.
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