E-Newsletter for October 17, 2007
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- Funding Update
- Hewlett Foundation Newsletter Features So. California Elementary School
- Bill Richardson’s $500M Arts Education Plan
- John Edwards Talks About Arts Education on MTV
- New Jersey Arts Education Census Project Report Released
- Music for All: A Vision of Los Angeles
- NAMM Foundation Announces 2008 Request For Proposals
- 2007 Journal for Music-In-Education Available
CONFERENCES, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Sierra North Arts Project Supper Seminar
- 2007 Conference for Community Arts Education to be Held in Los Angeles
- How Local Systems of Arts Education Deliver High-Quality Arts Learning
- California Art Education Association State Conference, November 15—18, 2007
- San Diego Arts Education Summit
- Backstage Pass: Insights into Student Achievement
- Save the Date! CMEA 2008 Annual State Conference
SCHOLARSHIPS, CONTENTS & AWARDS
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School Band and Orchestra Magazine’s Annual Student Essay Contest
EMPLOYMENT & JOB OPPORTUNITIES
- Editor, Fine Arts K-12 Books, McGraw-Hill
- Manager, Education Programs, The GRAMMY Foundation
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California News
Funding Update
Here’s the latest with regard to the Arts and Music Block Grant for 2007-08:
Funding from the state to school districts is slated for December 2007 (50%) with the "estimation" based upon 2006-2007 school enrollment data. The second installment is scheduled to be delivered in July 2008 (final 50%) with "final determination for funding" based upon 2007-2008 school enrollment data.
A letter from Superintendent Jack O’Connell will accompany the funding, along with the posting of the estimated apportionment list.
The Department of Education is scheduled to release a letter in early November, concerning new aspects of the funding, including clarification of the term “Resolution”, as well as the template for the “Summary Report” due February 2, 2008 to CDE.
If you have further questions, contact the CDE Visual and Performing Arts Consultant, Nancy Carr at (916) 445-5669.
For those who have not seen the final budget language, click here.
Hewlett Foundation Newsletter Features So. California Elementary School
The story of a young musician at Morrison Elementary School in Norwalk La Mirada is a case study on the promise of arts education. California Alliance for Arts Education Policy Director Joe Landon says, “What drew me to Morrison was their commitment to the arts as core curriculum. They understand that through the arts they are empowering their kids to be successful learners and citizens. It requires a real stand on the part of [Principal] Guerrero to commit the time, funds, and resources for professional development to make it happen.” To view the full text of the article, click here.
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Bill Richardson’s $500M Arts Education Plan
As chronicled on the www.ArtsVote.org, Governor Bill Richardson (D-NM) has been talking about a "major federal program of arts in the schools" for several months now. Earlier today Governor Richardson announced his complete education plan in a speech in New Hampshire, which included $250 to $500 million annually for arts education. To read the text of his announcement speech, click here. (Source: Americans for the Arts’ Government Affairs Department)
John Edwards Talks About Arts Education on MTV
At the University of New Hampshire during the first MTV/MySpace Presidential Dialogue, Edwards talked about the gap between scholarship and funding for athletic programs and the lack of funding for the arts by pointedly saying that when people look back on past civilizations, it is the arts that they remember — which is why it's important to fund them on every level, from kindergarten to college. His idea was to ask for specific funding from Congress to promote the arts in schools. To read the dialogue or watch video clips, click here. (Source: Americans for the Arts)
New Jersey Arts Education Census Project Report Released
WITHIN OUR POWER: The Progress, Plight and Promise of Arts Education for Every Child includes the highlights, findings and recommendations from the New Jersey Arts Education Census Project, one of the most comprehensive reviews of arts education ever conducted on a statewide basis with more than 98 percent of all New Jersey public schools participating. By combining the findings of a statewide mandated survey of arts education offerings in every school with other information, the Project creates a 360 degree view of the status of arts education in New Jersey. The findings and recommendations are part of the long term plan to broadly disseminate the Project’s discoveries and to centralize, maintain and distribute arts education information across the state through the newly formed New Jersey Arts Education Partnership. For more information, click here.
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Announcements
Music for All: A Vision of Los Angeles
LAPhil presents International Youth Orchestra Festival Symposium at Walt Disney Concert Hall on Monday, October 29, 2007 at 1:30pm. Participate in a groundbreaking symposium that examines the state of music education at home in Los Angeles and across the world. The symposium is part of the Los Angeles Philharmonic's International Youth Orchestra Festival and will feature major music educators and policy makers. For more information, click here.
NAMM Foundation Announces 2008 Request For Proposals
The NAMM Foundation has announced its 2008 request for proposals initiative. The Foundation seeks to fund proposals for projects that further NAMM’s mission of creating more active music makers of all ages on behalf of its Members and expanding access to music making. The Foundation also seeks proposals for research that expands knowledge about the effects of music making across the life span. The first initiative, open now, includes a deadline of November 30, 2007 for receipt of school applications. For more information, please click here.
2007 Journal for Music-In-Education Available
Formerly the Journal for Learning Through Music, the past two issues chronicled the evolution of the Artist-Teacher-Scholar framework and its influence on Music-in-Education Programs at New England Conservatory, which in turn led to the formation and evolving principles and practices of the Music-in-Education National Consortium. Now The Music-In-Education Journal addresses advancing music for changing times, including portraits and portfolios of the evolving role of music in education. The Journal offers a wealth of valuable interviews, essays, and reports to music education professionals, as well as to those interested in thorough research on the role of music education. The inaugural 2007 issue is out now and available to download or order. For more information, click here.
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Conferences, Professional Development
CDEA 2007 Regional Conferences: "Dance Education in California -Today"
Conferences include tracks focusing on the needs of K-12 and higher education dance educators, as well as elementary classroom teachers seeking assistance addressing state dance standards. The Southern California conference takes place in Los Angeles on October 20, 2007 at Millikan Middle School & Performing Arts Magnet. For more information on topics and registration, click here.
Sierra North Arts Project Supper Seminar
Learn about the professional development programs for 2007-08 and join in hands-on engagement in the arts and celebration with the SNAP community. The workshop takes place Tuesday, October 23, 2007 from 4-8pm at the University of California, Davis, Athletics and Recreation Center, (ARC) Ballroom A. $15 fee includes workshop, meal and parking. To download the brochure and registration information, click here.
2007 Conference for Community Arts Education to be Held in Los Angeles
The National Guild of Community Schools of the Arts will be holding the 70th Annual National Conference in downtown Los Angeles from November 7-10, 2007. Designed specifically for community arts education leaders, the conference meets the networking and professional development needs of executive directors, trustees, program directors, and arts administrators. The program includes in-depth institutes, plenary sessions, site visits, networking events, and more than three dozen workshops, roundtables and panel sessions. In addition, there is currently a call for students to participate in performance showcases, which allow individuals to gain professional recognition for advancements in quality arts education. For more information please click here.
How Local Systems of Arts Education Deliver High-Quality Arts Learning
A forum focusing on best practices and lessons learned from collaborative efforts to increase arts learning experiences for all children and youth within a region. The forum, presented in conjunction with the Guild’s 2007 Conference for Community Arts Education, will highlight recent findings from RAND Education’s study sponsored by the Wallace Foundation. RAND Education Director Dr. Susan Bodilly will discuss demonstrate processes by which organizations can work to enhance arts education in their communities.
Taking place Friday, November 9, 2007, 10:30am-12:30pm, at the Wilshire Grand Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. Public school educators and administrators in California will receive complimentary admission to this special event. Space is limited and you must register to attend. Public school personnel should RSVP by clicking here. All others are invited to register for 1-3 days of the conference, just click here. Forum attendance is complimentary with conference registration. For more information, or questions contact Kelly McHugh at 212-268-3337 ext. 12.
2007 Conference for Community Arts Education to be Held in Los Angeles
The National Guild will be holding the 70th Annual National Conference in downtown Los Angeles from November 7-10, 2007. Designed specifically for community arts education leaders, the conference meets the networking and professional development needs of executive directors, trustees, program directors, and arts administrators. The program includes in-depth institutes, plenary sessions, site visits, networking events, and more than three dozen workshops, roundtables and panel sessions. In addition, there is currently a call for students to participate in performance showcases, which allow individuals to gain professional recognition for advancements in quality arts education. For more information please click here. (Source: CAC Newsletter)
California Art Education State Conference, November 15—18, 2007
CAEA presents Art on Parade: Celebrate Creative Expression in Pasadena on November 15-18, 2007, with an emphasis on innovation in art education. Registration includes standards based instructional workshops, keynote speakers such as artist Sandy Skoglund, exhibitors, student work, and more. Opportunities for professional growth are available through Master Artist classes in a variety of disciplines. The conference includes a Digital Strand designed for digital Arts teachers with Tony Streit and video artist Bill Viola, Elementary Strand II sponsored by TCAP and created for generalist teachers to provide them with the creative links between the visual arts content standards and the rest of their curriculum, and an Administrative Strand that will present the latest research on the role of the arts in brain development as well as practical research-based solutions to art programming. For additional information, including the entire conference program, classes, registration, hotel details and more, please click here or contact Jane Leese or Susan Wuerer.
San Diego Arts Education Summit
The second annual San Diego County Arts Education Summit focuses on effective partnering and planning in support of arts education and communicating the value of the arts to the public. November 17, 2007, 8:30am-4:30pm, California State University San Marcos. The summit is sponsored by Center ARTES, San Diego County Office of Education, and Americans for the Arts. For more information, click here.
Backstage Pass: Insights into Student Achievement
Insight Education Group, is organizing this event for K-12 educators, covering topics from Classroom instruction to instructional leadership to accountability. It will be held February 27 - March 1, 2008 at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel in Hollywood, California. Early bird registration rates apply until September 30, 2007. For more information and registration application, please click here.
Save The Date: CAC Arts Conference March 4-5, 2008!
California Arts Council announces their Arts Conference next year on March 4, 2008 in Sacramento, CA, followed by March 5th, California Arts Advocates Arts Advocacy Day. For more information, click here.
Save the Date! CMEA 2008 Annual State Conference
The California Music Education Association will hold it's annual state conference this year at the Sacramento Convention Center on March 13-15, 2008. For more information on registration and housing, please click here.
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Scholarships, Contests & Awards
School Band and Orchestra Magazine’s Annual Student Essay Contest
SBO Magazine invites students to participate in their annual student essay contest. This year’s topic begins with “Dear Mr. President…” and allows students to express their view on the value and impact of music education. Students whose essays are selected as finalists will win cash and music products prizes for their school. Essays must be submitted by December 31, 2007. Click here for more information. To order promotional classroom posters while supplies last email info@namm.org.
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Employment & Job Opportunities
Editor – Fine Arts K-12 Books
McGraw-Hill
21600 Oxnard Street, Suite 500
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Job number: 07000001B6
www.mcgraw-hill.com/careers
Manager, Education Programs
The GRAMMY Foundation
3402 Pico Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90405
www.grammy.com
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