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Tuesday, November 5
 

8:00am EST

Integrate the Arts: Watercolor Focus
Tuesday November 5, 2024 8:00am - 9:20am EST
TBA
Target Audience: Teachers PK-8, Specialists (Arts, Music, PE)

Come and learn watercolor strategies and how to integrate your lessons with the arts to support content learning through visual thinking strategies, arts integration with EL, social studies and more! We will enjoy the power of art, watercolor strategies and practical ways to create a lesson that integrates the arts with any content area.  Studies have proven that participation in the arts can lower blood pressure, engage learning at a higher level, and deepen essential learnings in your classroom content areas.
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avatar for Alexandra Etscovitz

Alexandra Etscovitz

Art Teacher, Memorial Spaulding, Newton Public Schools

Tuesday November 5, 2024 8:00am - 9:20am EST
TBA
  Fine Arts

9:35am EST

Integrate the Arts: Watercolor Focus
Tuesday November 5, 2024 9:35am - 10:55am EST
TBA
Target Audience: Teachers PK-8, Specialists (Arts, Music, PE)

Come and learn watercolor strategies and how to integrate your lessons with the arts to support content learning through visual thinking strategies, arts integration with EL, social studies and more! We will enjoy the power of art, watercolor strategies and practical ways to create a lesson that integrates the arts with any content area.  Studies have proven that participation in the arts can lower blood pressure, engage learning at a higher level, and deepen essential learnings in your classroom content areas.
Presenters
avatar for Alexandra Etscovitz

Alexandra Etscovitz

Art Teacher, Memorial Spaulding, Newton Public Schools

Tuesday November 5, 2024 9:35am - 10:55am EST
TBA
  Fine Arts

9:35am EST

NO MESS Stretch and Explore with Gelli Prints
Tuesday November 5, 2024 9:35am - 10:55am EST
Room 9107
Target Audience: Specialists (Arts, Music, PE)

Explore five techniques for using Gelli plates with markers in your classroom. This mess- free alternative offers a quick-drying way for students to: 1. Learn and develop a new skill. 2. Explore art elements and principles 3. Deeply engage in the Stretch and Explore studio habit. 4. Create successful work to proudly take home the same day. I will share ways I have implemented UDL into this lesson with multiple forms of Engagement, Representation and Expression. Participants will leave with a variety of resources for implementing similar experiences in their classrooms including step by step handouts, video tutorials and Google slide presentations.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Sutherland

Jennifer Sutherland

Elementary Art Teacher, Newton Public Schools
Tuesday November 5, 2024 9:35am - 10:55am EST
Room 9107
  Fine Arts

12:05pm EST

Connected Communities: Leveraging Digital Tools for Stress-Free Communication in Extracurricular Programs
Tuesday November 5, 2024 12:05pm - 1:25pm EST
TBA
Target Audience: Adminstrators, Teachers 6-8 Teachers 9-12, Office Staff

Anyone who leads a large extracurricular program like theatre, athletics, or any other club can feel overwhelmed by the demands of organizing communication with students and families - schedules, supply needs, deadlines and forms can pile up and families can struggle to keep up.

Digital tools like ParentSquare, Google Calendar, Schoology and more can be your best allies for building stronger connections with families, students, and your school community.

Join this workshop to develop plans to streamline your work and reduce stress on all participants - including you! - while ensuring equitable access to important information for all.
Presenters
avatar for Jess McGettrick

Jess McGettrick

Theatre Teacher, Newton Public Schools
Jess is in her 25th year as the Theatre teacher at Day Middle School.Day Drama is Day's after school theatre production program, with typical involvement of 150+ students every year.Clear communication between production staff, cast, crew and families is critical for any production... Read More →
Tuesday November 5, 2024 12:05pm - 1:25pm EST
TBA
  Fine Arts, Instructional Technology

12:05pm EST

Music, Math, and Fractions using Desmos Classroom
Tuesday November 5, 2024 12:05pm - 1:25pm EST
TBA
Target Audience: Teachers 3-5, Para Professionals, Specialists (Music, Elementary Math specialists)

Join us for a cross-curricular math & music activity! Learn how to help your students create their own musical compositions while also strengthening their understanding of fractions. You'll learn how to use Desmos Classroom, receive a sample 3-session mini-unit plan, have time to create your own composition, and ask questions.

Materials: Bring your laptop and a set of earbuds or earphones.
Presenters
avatar for Olivia de Geofroy

Olivia de Geofroy

K-5 Music, Peirce Elementary. 4-5 strings, Zervas & Cabot., Newton Public Schools
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Stacey Richard

Elementary Math Coach, Newton Public Schools
Tuesday November 5, 2024 12:05pm - 1:25pm EST
TBA
  Fine Arts, Mathematics

1:40pm EST

Adaptive Art Techniques for Art Teachers and OT's
Tuesday November 5, 2024 1:40pm - 3:00pm EST
TBA
Target Audience: Special Educators, Specialists (Arts, Music, PE)

Opportunity for Art teachers and Occupational Therapists currently teaching or interested in teaching Adaptive Art to check in about program progress, share best practices, and brainstorm solutions for the specific needs of their groups. Additional Lessons and resources will be shared from the pilot year of Adaptive Art.
Presenters
avatar for Kristine Philbin

Kristine Philbin

Occupational Therapist, Newton Public Schools
avatar for Caroline Shea

Caroline Shea

Art Teacher, Newton Public Schools
Tuesday November 5, 2024 1:40pm - 3:00pm EST
TBA
  Fine Arts, Adaptive Art; Occupational Therapy; Teaching All Students

1:40pm EST

Integrating theatrical games and activities into your classroom
Tuesday November 5, 2024 1:40pm - 3:00pm EST
TBA
Target Audience: Teachers PK-5, Teachers 6-8 Teachers 9-12, Para Professionals, Specialists (Arts, Music, PE)

This session is intended to open up your mind to how theatrical games and activities could open up different learning opportunities for your students and deepen their understanding of the concepts you are teaching. Any teacher with the right mindset and bit of creativity can apply these ideas into their classroom.

We will discuss how I came to incorporate these concepts into my classroom (music), play through several activities, discuss applications to different grade levels and subject areas, and walk away with resources that you can use. Please come ready to be creative, with an open mind, and ready to have some fun!
Presenters
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Alex King

Elementary Music Teacher, Newton Public Schools
Tuesday November 5, 2024 1:40pm - 3:00pm EST
TBA
  Fine Arts

1:40pm EST

The Power of "Yes, AND..."
Tuesday November 5, 2024 1:40pm - 3:00pm EST
TBA
Target Audience: Adminstrators, Teachers PK-5, Teachers 6-8 Teachers 9-12, Office Staff, Para Professionals, Special Educators, Specialists (Arts, Music, PE)

Improvisation is a freeing, funny, and fast-paced way to get creative, connect with others, and have a fantastic time. Come join us to play and say "Yes, AND..."
Presenters
avatar for Jess McGettrick

Jess McGettrick

Theatre Teacher, Newton Public Schools
Jess is in her 25th year as the Theatre teacher at Day Middle School.Day Drama is Day's after school theatre production program, with typical involvement of 150+ students every year.Clear communication between production staff, cast, crew and families is critical for any production... Read More →
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Zack Barr

Newton Public Schools
Tuesday November 5, 2024 1:40pm - 3:00pm EST
TBA
  Fine Arts, Adult Wellness
 
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