FREE PROGRAM

We the People: A Constitution Day Program
by
National Archives Fort Worth (NARA)
Grades 4th - 12th

On September 17, 1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they had created. The National Archives at Fort Worth celebrates this important day in our nation's history by presenting a program for students of all levels to learn more about our Constitution and government.

MOST SITES WILL BE VIEW ONLY . If you are interested in being an INTERACTIVE SITE please contact Jenny McMillen-Sweeney at jenny.mcmillen@nara.gov .

Thursday, Sept. 17th
9:00 - 9:30 CST
10:00 - 10:30 CST
2:00 - 2:30 CST

Friday, Sept. 18th
9:30 - 10:00 CST
10:30 - 11:00 CST
2:30 - 3:00 CST

Space is limited so click on your preferred time to register now!

Grades K-12: Manhattan School of Music Programs

With over a decade of experience in the field of distance learning and as the first conservatory in the nation to utilize videoconferencing for K-12 music education, Manhattan School of Music has adopted the key elements of presenting successful music education programs via videoconference. In addition to giving students access to world-class musicians and stimulating artistic perspectives, Manhattan School of Music ensures that the quality of videoconference transmissions are of the highest technical standards possible.

Through the Music Bridges, Virtual Music Studio, and MOVE programs, Manhattan School of Music offers a wide variety of standards-based music and music-related presentations to public and private schools throughout the country. The New York State Learning Standards for the Arts are incorporated in program design, content, and assessment, as well as links to core subjects such as social studies and history

Music Bridges is a selection of music programs that feature distinguished Manhattan School of Music artist-faculty teaching elementary, middle, and high schools students. These interactive videoconference programs are designed to engage students in areas ranging from musical performance, to instrumental and vocal coachings, to developing an understanding of the building blocks of music.

Virtual Music Studio features a variety of videoconference programs developed and presented by a roster of distinguished Manhattan School of Music young artist alumni. These teaching artists -instrumentalists and vocalists who have attained a high level of professional proficiency at their musical craft - are up-and-coming educators who also serve as role models and mentors to students within the context of the dual learning process. Each program includes pre-videoconference teaching materials, one class period–length videoconference presentation, and a post-videoconference development guide.

MOVE (Music Outreach Videoconferencing Exchange) is a collection of interactive presentations offered to K-12 schools around the country and taught by Manhattan School of Music student teaching artists. Under the guidance of program directors and faculty members, these music programs are designed by students for students, to actively assist in better facilitating understanding of a variety of musical styles and genres through performances, demonstrations, instruction, and question-and-answer sessions.

All of the above programs are fully on-demand. Presentations are scheduled to accommodate the timetable of the requesting school, and can even be modified to better fit certain grade levels, age groups, curriculum needs, or requirements.

Contact Info

For further information regarding K12 & Community programs, please contact:

Christianne Orto,
assistant dean of
distance learning
& director of recording
917-493-4401
corto@msmnyc.edu

Juliana Han,
distance learning
program coordinator
917-493-4488
jhan@msmnyc.edu

Grades K-12: Videoconferences from the Center for Puppetry Arts

Videoconferences from the Center for Puppetry Arts
VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR FULL PROGRAM INFORMATION: www.puppet.org/edu/distance.shtml

Elementary level:

The Gingerbread Boy (PreK-2nd) TEACHER FAVORITE* Students witness the classic tale of The Gingerbread Boy come to life with brilliantly colored shadow puppets. Led by the program presenter, students make their very own Gingerbread Boy Shadow Puppet during the second half of the program. They also participate in a learning activity about gingerbread's ingredients.

Butterflies (PreK-2nd)TEACHER FAVORITE*Build a Butterfly Marionette and learn about the lifecycle, camouflage, and insect characteristics of butterflies! PRE-K version available upon request!

Dinosaurs (PreK-2nd)- Students build Dinosaur Cup Puppet and learn about meat eaters vs. plant eaters, protective devices, and much more. PRE-K version available upon request.

Anansi the Spider: A West African Folktale (PreK-2nd)PRESENTER FAVORITE* Students act out Gerald McDermott's Anansi the Spider, view a shadow play, learn about the trickster Anansi, build an Anansi shadow puppet, and explore foods of West Africa. Traditional African drum beats and narration by Ramatu Sabbatt, a native of Nigeria, bring this story to life.

Spiders (1st-6th-tailored to grade level) -PRESENTER FAVORITE*Create a Spider Marionette and learn about web builders, hunters, really weird spiders, and the difference between spiders and insects!

Exploring Africa (1st-3rd) Learn about the diversity of the African continent through a look at its home, people, environments & its animals. Learn about predators & prey relationships and protective devices to survive on the African savanna. Build a Giraffe Rod Puppet.

Plants (1st-3rd)Build a Pop-Up Plant puppet and learn about parts of plants, photosynthesis, and plants and food.

Native Americans (3rd-5th) Activities focus on three Native American cultures (Eastern Woodlands, Plains, Southwest), the use of natural resources from the different regions, and how these resources shaped their lives in regards to clothing, shelter and even transportation. Students also discuss Kachinas and the Hopi culture in general. Build a Kachina Hand Puppet.

Mexico (3rd-6th) Can be tailored for older grades! Students learn about the history and culture of Mexico and its people through the art of the mask. Learning activities center around the story of a flag of Mexico & ancient Aztec culture, ancient pictographs of indigenous animals of the New World, and the Spanish influence after the landing of Cortez. Students are also briefly introduced to a modern holiday that ties the two cultures together -- Dia de los Muertos.

Rain Forest (3rd-5th) Build a Tropical Bird Rod Puppet and learn about the diverse life of a TropicalRain Forest through the exploration of the strata and animals.

Africa/Mali (4th-6th) Tailored for older students! Explore the diversity of the African continent through its people, homes, and environments! Build a Malian Rod Puppet.

Discovering Puppetry in Other Cultures (4th-6th) & 7th-12th grade (MS/HS Version) Students are introduced to other countries and cultures through puppetry. Students learn about puppetry traditions of China, Japan and/or Mali with the aid of a Malian Water Spirit Rod Puppet, Japanese Bunraku Rod Puppet, and Chinese Hand and Shadow Puppets. Teachers choose two of the three countries for the program. Students also view excerpts of master puppeteers from these countries. Students are involved in Q&A as well as hands-on puppet building to make this an interactive, virtual classroom.


Middle School/High School (see website for details):

The following programs require the expertise of our Production Department. Students interact directly with the play's adapter, director, and/or puppeteer.
These programs are available for FALL booking on the following dates:
Edgar Allan Poe (7th-12th) AVAILABLE OCT 5th-OCT 30th 2009

Anne Frank (8th-12th) AVAILABLE OCT 26th- 30th 2009

Mexico & Africa/Mali can be adapted for middle school/high school per request. These do not require Production Dept. staff and can be booked at any time on demand.

Booking a Program

You may book our programs directly (see below) or through CILC @ www.cilc.org. CILC provides an evaluation tool to assist us in improving our programs.

To book directly:
Review your calendar and select several dates and times and the topic you are interested in booking
Download and print the booking form at: http://www.puppet.org/doc/Program_Request_Form_Feb09.doc

Complete this form, save it to your computer, and email it to distancelearning@puppet.org.

You will receive a response via email, usually within 24 hours, to confirm your request or to assist you in selecting another date or time. THIS IS NOT AN ONLINE BOOKING SYSTEM.
Remember- we book programs based on your needs. All programs meet national curriculum standards and have free, downloadable study guides with pre and post activities.
Program Fees:
� Point-to-point connection: $145
� Multi-point connection: $145 for up to 3 sites. Please call for more than 3 sites.

Discount Policy:
� Book 8 programs and the 9th is free
� Georgia schools, call 404.881.5117 for discount information

Grades 9-12: Johann Sebastian Bach

Johann Sebastian Bach
Cleveland Institute of Music 2008-09

Contact Adam Phillips about scheduling.
axp99@case.edu
11021 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
United States
Phone: (216) 368-0780
Fax: (216) 791-3063
Education: Grade(s): 9, 10, 11, 12, Public Library: Library Patrons, Seniors
Johann Sebastian Bach is one of the most influential composers in Western music. This videoconference considers how events in Bach's life shaped his compositional output along with reviewing some of the forms Bach utilized in his compositions.
45 minutes
This program is available by request ONLY
Interactive Cost: $175.00
Premium Service provides additional benefits. Learn more!
Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge

Grades 4-8: Author Reading of Don't Feed the Bully!

Author Reading of Don't Feed the Bully!

Brad Tassell

Brad Tassell
llessat@aol.com
P.O.Box 742
santa claus, IN 47579
United States
Phone: (812) 660-0191
Program Series
You sign up for all four hours on whatever days work best. It can be once a day, once a week, etc.
Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Public Library: Library Patrons
I have found that many teachers are reading Don't Feed the Bully with and to their class because it's a fun read aloud book. Now, you can have the author do the reading and bring the questions and stories. Brad Tassell is a comedian with 22 years of stage experience, and can read like a real hard-boiled detective. Over four selected hours Brad and your class will not only read the book, but discuss the genre and concepts behind the book, the use of simile, speak in-depth about the characters and concept of the book, learn a great deal about bullying. Plus, whatever exciting learning moments come up!
Plus,
Sing a song or two.
See some magic.
Ask questions.
60 minutes, grades 4-8
This program is available by request ONLY
There will be four hour long programs, and timed added if needed for finishing of the book.
By Request Cost: $500.00
By Request Cost with Premium Service: $450.00 What's this?
Premium Service provides additional benefits. Learn more!
Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
If we do not finish the book in the 4 sessions we will add sessions until the book is finished. There is no extra cost.
We will reschedule. We can change sessions for any reason.

Grades K-12: Art to Go from the Cleveland Museum of Art

Art to Go

A World of Great Art in Your Classroom!
The Art to Go program puts genuine works of art right into the hands of your students! Under the positive supervision of CMA educators, students in grades K-12 are able to handle art objects while participating in interactive discussions about varied cultures, time periods, art materials and techniques. Learning is interesting, easy and fun for all when students physically connect with authentic and inspiring objects from CMA’s world-renowned collection.

Teachers may choose from a menu of topics corresponding to all areas of study and related to state standards in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and visual arts. Museum educators specifically select the objects for each presentation and encourage observation skills, lively inquiry, creative exploration of ideas and critical thinking. Available in English, French and Spanish, Art to Go presentations offer a truly unique complement to your curriculum.
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Topics: From ancient culture in Egypt, Greece or Rome to the technology of Medieval Armor, China or Japan to the traditions of Native American peoples or the customs of Early American settlers, topics can be adapted for most age groups. Click on topics for a complete list.

Registration: An online calendar lists availability. Presentations are 40-50 minutes long and scheduled Monday-Thursday, 9:30—2:00. Multiple presentations can be scheduled in one day.

Fees: $150 for a single presentation, $100 each presentations for multiples of the same topic

To Schedule: Visit Art to Go registration, or contact Alice Barfoot at abarfoot@clevelandart.org or call 216.707.2459

For more information contact Alicia Hudson Garr at 216.707.2163 or visit our website at www.clemusart.com/educef/art2go.
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Art to Go is made possible through a generous grant from the Dominion Foundation. Additional sponsorship provided by Fifth Third Bank, the Chrysler Foundation and Target, as well as support from The Gallery Group.

Grades K-8: Programs from SOITA

Each value-added videoconference is aligned to Ohio's Academic Content Standards

Click for descriptions & standards and the registration form


September 23 - Idioms - grades 1-2

September 28 - Place Value and Number Sense - grades 2-3

October 7 - Ohio's Aviation Pioneers: True World Leaders - grade 4

October 9 - Life Cycles - grade 3

October 14 - Learning to Draw Conclusions - grades 2-3

October 21 - Collecting and Classifying Leaves - grade 4

October 28 - Simple Machines Made Simple - grades 3-4

October 30 - Sound: Here, There, Everywhere! - grades 4-5

November 4 - The Water Cycle- grade 4

November 9 - Kids Rock! A Look at Rocks and Minerals - grades 3-4

November 13 - Prelude to the Civil War: Slavery & States Rights - grades 5 & 8

November 18 - Plant and Animal Habitats - grades 3-5

November 23 - The Ancient Ohio Indians: Who Were They? - grade 4

December 14 and 16 - Christmas Around the World - grades K-2

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When? Each program is offered at 9:15, 10:30, 1:00, and 2:15

Cost? $50 per session for SOITA Comprehensive Member schools; $75 per session for all others

Limit? Yes, each session is limited to four schools. Registration is on a first-come basis

Questions? Contact bob@soita.org or call 800-964-8211

Want to place a test call to SOITA? Dial 216.48.137.41

Grades 3-5: The Constitution

Participate in the East Central Ohio ESC's Constitution Conversations program, which is a GREAT way to fill the requirement for Constitution Education during the week of September 14th - 18th!

THE CONSTITUTION

Join the TCHESC as we present a 40 minute interactive video conference about our Nation's most important document, the United States Constitution. This session is offered on Constitution Day or can be provided any time throughout the year. This conference is appropriate for grades 3-5.

Cost: $75 per session for Ohio schools

Visit www.tchesc.org/go/content to see more about our programs

Michele L Carlisle
East Central Ohio Educational Service Center (ECOESC)
834 East High Ave
New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663
ph: 330-308-9939 x 220
Cell: 330-340-1845

East Central Ohio ESC content and price information

Hi all,
Attached is a flyer that talks about our pricing information for this year!
I will send a content flyer along next!
Thanks again and have a great day!



Michele L Carlisle
East Central Ohio Educational Service Center (ECOESC)
834 East High Ave
New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663
ph: 330-308-9939 x 220
Cell: 330-340-1845