Workshop 7 Making the Most of Community Resources

Watching the Program (60 minutes)

The information sheets below provide helpful background on the classrooms, programs, and schools featured in each segment:

Segment 1: Dance (PDF)
Segment 2: Theatre (PDF)
Segment 3: Visual Art (PDF)
Segment 4: Music (PDF)

Consider the following questions as you watch the program. You may stop the video after each segment to discuss the questions with your colleagues.

DANCE Michael O’Banion and Hannah Kahn Guest Choreographer

• How did Hannah Kahn contribute to the students’ artistic development?
• What opportunities do you provide for students to work with professional artists?

THEATRE Stephen DiMenna and Clare Bauman Community Voices

• How were students affected by the artists and community members involved in this project?
• What resources can you find in your community to give your students fresh ideas?

VISUAL ART Jan Wilson and Brooke Barrie Sculpture Garden

• How did Jan involve community members in the sculpture garden project?
• How do you acquaint students with career opportunities in the arts?

MUSIC Carmen Laboy Alumni and Professional Musicians

• How does Carmen share her life as a professional musician with her students? 
• How do you take advantage of community resources to inspire and motivate your students?

 

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