Is there a new thing you’ve been wanting to try for a while now, but feel like something is holding you back?
Maybe you’ve wanted to learn to speak another language, or cook a technically challenging meal, or create a series of lessons for your students on a topic you don’t feel too comfortable with right now.
I have had an idea for a different way to offer accessible professional learning that has been on my mind for months. I’ve shared the idea with a few people, mapped it out several times, and considered the pros and cons over and over again. I haven’t encountered any resistance to the idea, and yet, here I sit doubting whether I should move forward.
I’d like to encourage you to try out something new this summer. Whether you’re facing self-doubt, prioritizing yourself, scheduling your dreams, or facing any other obstacle, I’d like to invite you to go for it and try out your big idea. I am putting time on the calendar right now to try out my new idea as well and will be sure to share it with you in my next newsletter just in case you don’t read about it on social media first. In the meantime, please check out the resources and learning opportunities in this newsletter and let me know how your adventure goes this summer!
VAPA Coordinator, SDCOE
858-295-8881
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Arts Leaders Summer Book Study
Join with a community of TK-12 school district and arts organization leaders to read and discuss the application of the concepts found in the book Street Data by Shane Safir and Jamila Dugan through the lens of increasing access to arts education. Collaborative conversations will increase your own sense of belonging and community as we explore the way to improve inclusion for students in arts education.
A limited number of complimentary books are available. Please contact Pauline Crooks for more information on how to obtain a book. |
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Increasing Access to Arts Education: Implementing Proposition 28
Participants will be provided with updated guidance and information, given time to discuss opportunities and challenges, and collaboratively create an action plan to launch efforts toward increasing access and equity in the arts. Guided conversations will focus on new approaches to arts education to meet the needs of current students and families.
Come with a team of people (arts administrators, lead teachers, site principals, finance) to unpack the promise of Prop. 28.
Two session dates available:
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CVESD Summer Orff Schulwerk Levels
The Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) is offering a unique opportunity for music educators seeking to improve their teaching skills. The Orff Schulwerk Levels 1 and 2 courses will be hosted from July 3 to 14, and registration is now open!
This professional development program will be held in Chula Vista, providing music teachers with the tools and techniques necessary to teach their students effectively. Participants will gain access to expert instruction, valuable resources, and a supportive community of peers.
The Orff Schulwerk Levels 1 and 2 courses are designed to be suitable for music educators of all levels of experience. Participants will learn how to create a positive and engaging classroom environment that inspires creativity, encourages participation, and enhances student learning. Whether you're a seasoned teacher or just starting, this program will help you take your teaching skills to the next level.
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Tech Theatre Summer Intensive
Come to the Tony Award-winning La Jolla Playhouse for a fun-filled and action-packed week of professional learning intensive in technical theatre. This opportunity offers hands-on activities for the new theatre teacher who needs additional support to safely teach tech theatre as a course or the veteran theatre teacher who wants to reacquaint themselves with best practices. Your experiences will be facilitated by veteran high school theatre teachers and La Jolla Playhouse teaching artists Julie Benitez and Kirsten Giard — experienced educators with nearly 60 years of teaching combined. You will also interact with professional artists and technicians working on La Jolla Playhouse productions.
Three-day Technical Theatre Intensive: June 26-28, for the beginning to Intermediate tech theatre teacher
Deeper Dive: Set and Show Design One-Day Theatre Intensive Year 2: June 29, for those who have completed the three-day Intensive and/or have a comfortable knowledge of working with power tools
Basics to Demystify Lighting and Sound One-Day Lighting and Sound Intensive: June 30, for the beginning to intermediate tech theatre teacher
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Educator Pathways
It has been estimated that San Diego County will need an additional 600 arts educators (dance, media arts, music theatre, and visual arts) to implement the funding from Proposition 28. The SDCOE Educator Pathways website is an excellent resource for anyone interested in becoming an educator regardless of where you are in this journey. Please share this wonderful career opportunity and this resource for getting started with high school students, current educators, and anyone interested in learning more about a career in education today! |
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California Arts Education Framework
Resources are available for you to learn about the purpose and development of the California Arts Education Framework, experience highlights from each of the chapters, and gain an understanding of how the framework assists us in supporting all learners. Whatever your role in the arts education community, this powerful document can guide you in designing and implementing a relevant, student-centered, standards-based arts education for all students. You can find videos, infographics, handouts, and slide decks by visiting the CalArtsEd Framework website. The Arts Education Framework document can be found on the California Department of Education website. |
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Media Makers Summer Session
Media Makers is an inclusive film and media production studio. Its goal is to nurture and inspire individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to discover and express their place and purpose in the world. They specifically provide photography and film production classes, weekly field trips, and hands-on training to foster personal and professional development.
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Bella Vita Fest: School Chalk Art Teams Wanted
Bella Vita Fest celebrates Italian culture right in the heart of Little Italy on Oct. 21 and 22 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The featured chalk art area will be primarily located on India Street, Little Italy’s main thoroughfare. This is a ticketed event.
They are looking for school teams to join in the chalk art fun! Participation is free. Please read the important event details below before applying:
- The event hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. but you will be able to start chalking earlier (details to follow after you apply).
- Squares provided are 8 feet by 8 feet.
- When you fill out your application, please indicate whether you’d like your “sign” to show include your school name.
- You must fill the entire square with chalk, rather than leaving the asphalt as negative space.
- No tempera is allowed due to environmental concerns.
- An assorted box of chalk plus black and white chalk will be provided for each artist/team.
- Subject matter must be something Italian or Italian/American. Use your imagination — it can be a famous Italian, a replica of a piece of Italian art, a scene of Italy, etc. Details on what you plan to chalk will be asked a couple of months prior to the event.
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