LEARNING TOGETHER
2018-19 EDUCATION PROGRAMS EDU-BRO-LTB-2018.indd 1
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TABLE OF
CONTENTS TO OUR
GENEROUS SPONSORS Ackerman Foundation California Civil Liberties Public Education Program San Diego Foundation Tippet Foundation Women’s Art Council
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Letter to Educators // Educators’ Night Out
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Center Stage
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Arts Discover y Field Trips
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Education Outreach Program
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Visit the Museum
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Museum Education
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Community Events
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Additional Opportunities: Volunteer and Docent Opportunities Center Teacher Liaison
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LETTER TO
EDUCATORS Dear Friends of Education, We believe that the arts are a core element in providing a well-rounded education for our students. That is why we have created programs to support educators in bringing the arts back in to the classroom with the goal of providing an art activity for as many students as we can. Last year, we served over 28,500 youth and educators with our programs: My Story: Literacy through the Arts; A Taste of the Arts in school or afterschool; attending a Center Stage performance or a Museum exhibition here at the Center, or by presenting art in our Student Gallery Wall or in the smART Festival. With arts curricula in their lives, students: ◊ Consistently test higher in reading and math and show deep critical thinking skills.* ◊ Are more able to cooperate, collaborate and problem solve.* ◊ Develop empathy, kindness and cross-cultural understanding.* ◊ Participate in civic engagement activities.* We are grateful to the Center’s Board of Directors, the City of Escondido, and our generous donors, educators and countless volunteers who help us manifest the Centers’ mission to create, celebrate, and discover the arts. Please mark your calendars for Educators’ Night Out on October 11, 2018, for a lovely evening hosted by us in the Museum where we can meet each other and continue on the path of Learning Together! All the best, Leah Goodwin
Director of Museum and Education *www.csusm.edu/artopp/tons_of_research/index.html
EDUCATORS’ NIGHT OUT THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2018 // 4:00-6:30 PM CENTER MUSEUM AND SCULPTURE COURTYARD Join us for our annual Educators’ Night Out and Resource Fair. FREE to all San Diego County educators and administrators, this event is an informative evening full of fun, networking, and entertainment at the Center. Art and Cultural organizations from around San Diego County will come together to share information regarding education programs and field trip opportunities. Savor complimentary food and drinks while mingling with your fellow educators!
PLEASE RSVP AT ARTCENTER.ORG/EVENT/EDUCATORS-NIGHT-OUT-2018 OR CALL AT (800) 988-4253 FOR MORE INFORMATION. California Center for the Arts, Escondido // 3
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CENTER STAGE PERFORMANCES FOR YOUTH Introduce students to a live theater performance through the Center’s curriculum-enhancing performing arts series. This performance series spans a variety of curriculum subjects including history, science, literature, music, dance, and world culture. Each performance is accompanied by a study guide and genre-specific activities that connect to both Common Core English Language Arts Standards and California State Curriculum Standards. Contact the Box Office at (800) 988-4253 to reserve your seats! All tickets are $5, unless otherwise noted. Scholarships for bussing and admission are available. Please visit artcenter.org/education to download the online application.
RECOMMENDED GRADES K-12
RECOMMENDED GRADES 2-4
RECOMMENDED GRADES 3-7
SPECIAL ASSEMBLY
BLINDSPOT COLLECTIVE:
Safa’s Story OCTOBER 1-7, 2018 AND FEBRUARY 19-MARCH 3, 2019 TIME: DETERMINED BY YOUR SCHOOL SITE // CURRICULUM CONNECTION: SOCIAL STUDIES Safa’s Story is an interactive play that was developed to give audiences a tool for navigating challenging and important conversations around bullying and racism. This unique performance offers audiences the opportunity to explore tangible ways to stand up against oppression and to change the world in which we live. Safa’s Story will be on tour during Anti-bullying Month of October 2018, and Black History Month of February 2019. Morning and afternoon matinees are available. The time and location will be based on your school’s scheduling availability. For booking fees and inquires, please contact Sherehe Hollins, Education Program Manager, directly at (760) 839-4179 or shollins@artcenter.org.
LORENA SANTANA: One Kernel of Corn/Un Grano de Maíz TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2018 // 9:30 AM AND 11:30 AM CENTER THEATER // CURRICULUM CONNECTION: MATH Citlali, a young village girl, outwits a greedy mayor using math and problem solving skills. Ultimately, these skills help her community and teach the greedy mayor an important lesson. A mathematical folktale, readapted, and set in a vibrant Mexican village.
CALIFORNIA RHYTHM PROJECT: Beats without Borders TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2018 // 9:30 AM AND 11:30 AM CENTER THEATER // CURRICULUM CONNECTION: HUMANITIES/ WORLD CULTURE California Rhythm Project will lead students on a journey around the world, exploring the universal language of rhythm and dance. Highlighting cultural transmission, the interactive global trek includes rhythmic traditions of Spain, Cuba, the Philippines, Africa, and the USA. Students will have the opportunity to learn and practice traditional rhythms: stamping their feet to Cuban polyrhythm, engaging in African call and response, and clapping along to Appalachian-inspired bluegrass music.
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RECOMMENDED GRADES K-6 RECOMMENDED GRADES K-12 RECOMMENDED GRADES K-6 RECOMMENDED GRADES K-8
JACQUE NUÑEZ:
Journeys to the Past TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2019 // 9:30 AM AND 11:30 AM CENTER THEATER // CURRICULUM CONNECTION: SOCIAL STUDIES Journeys to the Past takes students on a journey into the lifestyle of the Acjachemen Nation, which flourished in Southern California hundreds of years before Father Serra. Learn about the past and present culture of California Indians through stories, songs, dances, indigenous tools, instruments, games, and clothing. Students leave with a wonderful understanding of “environmentalism” and what it means to be “keepers of the earth” through this program designed for all of the senses.
MOJALET DANCE COLLECTIVE: Dancing through the Pages WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2019 // 9:30 AM AND 11:30 AM CENTER THEATER // CURRICULUM CONNECTION: LITERATURE Dancing through the Pages uses literature and language as an inspiration for dance. Inspired by concepts from Schoolhouse Rock (stories, poems, picture books and novels), this program showcases creative movement designed to educate and entertain.
RAZZLE BAM BOOM:
All That Trash TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2019 // 9:30 AM AND 11:30 AM CENTER THEATER // CURRICULUM CONNECTION: SCIENCE Musical-comedy duo, Mark Beckwith and Obediah Thomas, expertly use humor, song, and theater in programs designed to make learning fun! This curriculumbased assembly teaches students about the following concepts in an extremely entertaining way: the amount of fresh water we each use daily; the difference between salt water and fresh water; how water makes its way to our homes; how we each can save water; the water cycle; and why water is vital for living things.
OCEAN’S ADVENTURE
The Island of the Blue Dolphins Expedition WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2019 // 9:30 AM AND 11:30 AM CENTER THEATER // CURRICULUM CONNECTION: SCIENCE Tour the island underwater and meet the marine inhabitants by visiting the island from the book, The Island of the Blue Dolphins. Learn why the giant kelp forests around this island are an important natural resource. Play with seals and sea lions and get nose-to-nose with sharks!
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ARTS DISCOVERY FIELD TRIPS Field trip opportunities for students of all ages!
GRADES K-12
DANCE
GRADES K-3
GRADES 6-12
ART
GRADES K-5
Engage your students’ creativity in the visual and performing arts disciplines with Arts Discovery Field Trips. All opportunities can be customized to the classroom’s current curriculum, and incorporates both Common Core and Visual and Performing Arts State Standards. Field trip opportunities are offered Monday through Friday, at your school site, or in the Center’s Art Studios.
Students explore art techniques such as drawing, painting, printmaking, or sculpture.
Creative expression is encouraged through a variety of dance activities. Students explore the art of music-infused movement and become acquainted with fundamental dance movements and terminology.
DRAMA
Students explore various theater techniques, including character building, improvisation, dialogue, set design, and story-to-stage adaptation. Add on a 50-minute backstage theater tour (subject to theater availability), where students can take a closer look at lighting, audio, and stage setup.
MUSIC
Students learn about rhythm, tone, dynamics, and tempo through a hands-on music exercise. Through the power of collaboration, even first-timers will be making music after this one-hour lesson! Age-appropriate instruments are provided.
PRICING Art, dance, drama, and music activities are $4.00 per student (with a twelve person minimum). For more information or to book your field trip, contact us at (760) 839-4176 or lrudgers@artcenter.org 6 // Learning Together, 2018-19 Education Program
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EDUCATION OUTREACH PROGRAMS The Center is proud to partner with local school districts to provide curriculum-rich arts outreach programs. We currently offer two unique programs.
GRADES K-12
GRADES 4-5
MY STORY: LITERACY THROUGH THE ARTS
My Story: Literacy Through the Arts is a unique program that combines arts disciplines with core subject academic learning by sending teaching artists to fourth and fifth grade classrooms. The fourth grade curriculum brings California history to life. Students study theater and acting, which develop strong speaking and listening skills. The fifth grade classes use digital photography to tell a story, and create written narratives that connect their photos with emotions, perspective, and elements of design, while sharpening language arts skills.
TASTE OF THE ARTS
Art, music, dance, and drama come alive in the classroom in this experiential program that explores one or more art disciplines. Sign up to have one of our Teaching Artist come to the classroom, either during the school day or after school, to engage students in the visual and or performing arts. All of the supplies will be provided during the one-hour activity. Each session is provided for a classroom size of 10-35 students.
For more information on participating in these programs, contact us at (760) 839-4179 or at education@artcenter.org. If you are interested in our classroom or school level customized outreach opportunities, please see the Art Discovery Field Trip section on page 6 for more information. California Center for the Arts, Escondido // 7
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MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS AMERICAN WATERCOLOR SOCIETY: 151st International Exhibition and Local Color JULY 14 – AUGUST 26, 2018
Marvel at the talent of professional watercolor artists in two concurrently running exhibitions featuring award-winning pieces from The American Watercolor Society’s annual traveling show, along with ten local watercolorists who have achieved Signature Member status. Frank Spino, Citrus Squared, Watercolor, 17 x 17 in.
DESESCONDIDO / NO LONGER HIDDEN: Public Address Art Exhibition SEPTEMBER 29 – NOVEMBER 18, 2018
Members of the dynamic and diverse group, Public Address, have created an array of multimedia artwork that will explore how things can be both obscured and visible in a city (Escondido) whose very name means “the hidden place”. Wick Alexander, Doris Bittar, Robin Brailsford, Star Streams (detail), 2017, LithoMosaic®
MANZANAR: The Wartime Photographs of Ansel Adams and Wendy Maruyama: Executive Order 9066 JANUARY 12 – MARCH 10, 2019
An intimate look through the lens of celebrated photographer, Ansel Adams, at the daily life in Manzanar, one of ten Japanese-American incarceration camps in the U.S. during World War II. Concurrently on view is work by Wendy Maruyama, who analyzes the internment camps with a contemporary eye. This exhibition was organized by Photographic Traveling Exhibitions, Los Angeles, CA and is funded by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program. Ansel Adams, Potato Field, c. 1943, Courtesy of Photographic Traveling Exhibitions, Los Angeles, CA. Exhibition funded by the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program
CONVERGENCE/CONVERGENCIA APRIL 6 – MAY 12, 2019 Convergence, a concept that evokes movement toward a shared point or destination, brings together artists from the San Diego-Tijuana region. This exhibit highlights the multiple ways of seeing and interpreting perspectives by fostering dialogue through the shared medium of art. Gilbert Rangel, All of Me, 2013, Mixed media, 36 x 18 x 12 in.
MUSEUM EXHIBITION HOURS: Monday - Wednesday: Closed // Thursday - Saturday: 10 PM – 5 PM // Sunday: 1 - 5 PM ADMISSION: General: $8 // Students & Seniors: $5 // Center Members, Military, and children 12 years and under: FREE
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VISIT THE MUSEUM Explore the visual arts by scheduling a docent-led tour of one of our exhibitions. Tours are offered daily, by appointment. Our tours focus on providing the history that surrounds a work of art or art form, while utilizing Visual Thinking Strategies to encourage each student to participate and discover something new. Museum Tours for grades K-12 are $35 per class of up to 35. Additional charges may be applied for larger groups. We suggest one chaperone per ten students. In conjunction with the Museum tour, you can book a 50 minute hands-on visual or performing art activity, designed to your specifications, classroom size, and student ability. Call (760) 839-4173 or mferran@artcenter.org to arrange your tour.
STUDENT GALLERY
At the Center, we are committed to partnering with the community and future artists. Our Student Gallery Wall is a space in our museum dedicated to showcasing the work of local students. Every museum exhibition features student artwork expanding on the art on view in the main galleries. Stay informed on how your students can participate by contacting (760) 839-4173 or mferran@artcenter.org.
SECOND SATURDAYS
Join in on Escondido’s 2nd Saturday Arts & Culture Experiences -- a unique, creative collaboration comprised of many diverse cultural experiences that include the eclectic art galleries, museums, theaters, and the library. Escondido’s historic downtown provides historical and educational experiences for all ages! Drop by the Center on the second Saturday of each month for “Pay What You Can” day at the museum, and participate in a FREE hands-on art activity with materials provided, led by one of our Center Teaching Artists. One hour classes are held at 10 AM and 11:15 AM. Seats available on a first come, first serve basis. Please make sure to arrive early to guarantee your seat! For more information, visit artcenter.org/education/family-arts-activities California Center for the Arts, Escondido // 9
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COMMUNITY EVENTS Mark your calendars and attend these free annual events that will entertain the entire family! With art activities, music, food, and more, there is something for everyone.
JAZZ JAM SESSIONS
MÚSICA EN LA PLAZA
FIRST WEDNESDAYS
FRIDAYS IN AUGUST 2018 // 7:00 PM
FRIDAYS IN SEPTEMBER 2018 // 7:00 PM
23RD ANNUAL DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL
14TH ANNUAL WINTER 2ND MARINE DIVISION WONDERLAND FESTIVAL BAND ANNUAL CONCERT
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2018 // 6:00-9:00 PM
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2018 // 3:00-8:00 PM
PERFORMANCES: FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH SEPTEMBER-JUNE // 6:00 PM (FREE RESERVED SEATING FOR EDUCATORS)
SPRING 2019
A DAY LONG CELEBRATION SHOWCASING THE ART OF TALENTED STUDENTS FROM LOCAL SCHOOLS
7TH ANNUAL smART FESTIVAL SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 2019 // 10 AM - 2 PM
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Are you as passionate about the arts as we are? Would you like to share your expertise with others? Lend a helping hand as a docent, teaching artist, or at one of our annual community events! Our volunteers range from high school students to retired educators and we encourage you to join the team! Contact the Center’s Education Department (760) 839-4176 or education@artcenter.org for more information on volunteering.
BECOME A MUSEUM DOCENT!
We are always looking for enthusiastic and engaging docents to share their love of the arts with the community! A docent training will be provided to you for each exhibition. As a museum docent you will enlighten and inspire the community through museum tours, receive invitations to exclusive previews of upcoming exhibitions, museum guest passes, discounts in our Museum store, and more! Contact (760) 839-4173 or museum@artcenter.org for more information.
STAY CONNECTED Join our Facebook group to keep up with all Museum and Education Department happenings at the Center. We encourage you to share your own events with the group and keep the arts community connected! www.facebook.com/groups/ NorthCountyArtsEducators
CENTER TEACHER LIAISON
The Center partners with Escondido elementary and middle schools, and surrounding districts through the Center Teacher Liaison program. Schools provide a liaison that becomes the link between the Center and their school. Center Teacher Liaisons meet at the Center three times per year to share and collaborate. The program aims to ensure that there is continued, reciprocal communication between the Center’s Museum and Education Department and its constituents. Please contact us at (760) 839-4176 or education@artcenter.org to find out who your Center Teacher Liaison is, or to volunteer for a school not yet represented.
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CONTACT US California Center for Arts, Escondido 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Escondido, CA 92025 artcenter.org // 760-839-4138
LEAH GOODWIN Director of Museum and Education lgoodwin@artcenter.org // 760-839-4174
SHEREHE HOLLINS
LAURISSA RUDGERS
Education Program Manager
Museum and Education Coordinator
shollins@artcenter.org // 760-839-4179
lrudgers@artcenter.org // 760-839-4176
BETH MARINO
MIKEE FERRAN
Museum Exhibition Manager
Museum Program Coordinator
bmarino@artcenter.org // 760-839-4175
mferran@artcenter.org // 760-839-4173
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