School District Arts Coordinator Network

April 25 Resources and Opportunities

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Convening Agenda for April 25

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Resources:

Warm Up Activity: Networking How to Make a PB&J

• For more information about programs for teachers and students contact Dr Jewel Jackson and Afrika Bakenra at info@africansoulinternational.com

 

Creative Career Pathways for Youth

Upcoming Creative Career Opportunities

• Creative Careers Online: https://CreativeCareers.gladeo.org
• Careers in Entertainment Expo | May 16 
• AME Institue | June 26, 27 & 28

 

Creative Wellbeing

Learn more and download the guide on the Creative Wellbeing Page.

Upcoming Creative Wellbeing Opportunities

• Creative Wellbeing Virtual Retreat Infusing Arts into Child Welfare | May 9, 16 & 24
• Monthly Self- and Community Care Session | May 15 | Virtual on Wellbeing4LA
• Create a free account on Wellbeing4LA

 

 

Prop 28 resources

Ask for the Plan! Be A Champion for Your Student’s Arts Education - Webinar Recording English;  Webinar Recording Spanish

• Prop 28 Information Sheet for Parents and Community Members – English
• Prop 28 Information Sheet for Parents and Community Members – Spanish
• Take Action: Send a Letter to District & School Leaders
• Your Arts Education Rights
• Create CA Arts Now Meet-up  | May 21

 

February22 Resources and Opportunities

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Convening Agenda for February 22

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September 21 Resources and Opportunities

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Convening Agenda for September 21

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Resources:

Warm Up Activity: Creative WellBeing with African Soul International

• For more information about programs for teachers and students contact Dr Jewel Jackson and Afrika Bakenra at info@africansoulinternational.com

Creative Wellbeing Curriculum Guide

The purpose of this curriculum guide is to support teaching artists and facilitators in understanding the foundational concepts that guide Creative Wellbeing. It is meant to be a springboard to brainstorm, design, and lead your own Creative Wellbeing workshops. Learn more and download the guide on the Creative Wellbeing Page.

Upcoming Creative Wellbeing Opportunities

• Creative Wellbeing Learning Community Gathering | October 4 | 10am - Noon | Virtual on Wellbeing4LA
• Self- and Community Care Session with African Soul International | October 18 | 11am - Noon | Virtual on Wellbeing4LA
• Create a free account on Wellbeing4LA

Advocacy Updates

Yamily from Arts for LA shared:

• State of the Arts: Barriers to Bridges | October 24 | 9:30am - 3pm | The Ebell of Los Angeles

LACOE Updates

Shan Tu shares information from the Center for Distance and Online Learning. 

• Shan’s presentation slide deck
• LACOE Arts and STEAM webpage

Other Resources

• Allison Wharton from Teen Tix LA shared this resource for $5 student tickets. Here is How it Works.
• Create CA’s new Arts and Music in Schools (Prop 28) Resources page: Tools You Need to Support the Arts and Music in Schools Act
• Upcoming Opportunities from Create CA:
  • Establish Relationships with School Leadership: October 12 | 3:30pm (virtual)
  • Centering Youth Voices in an Inclusive Coalition: October 26 | 4:30pm (virtual)
  • Share Your Message: Communications and Public Will Building for Advocacy: November 8 | 11:00am (virtual)

LACOE Resource Folder for VAPA CoordinatION

Find updates on regional and statewide professional development opportunities, student programs and more in this resource folder compiled by Jeannine Flores, Arts & STEAM Coordinator for the Los Angeles County of Education. Bookmark the link and check back for new information.

Check out the resources here: https://bit.ly/LACOEartscoordinators.

 

September 23 Resources and Opportunities from our Partners

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Convening Agenda for September 23

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Warm Up Activity

• 2022 School District Arts Coordinator Network Music Playlist

Resources:
Creative Wellbeing Curriculum Guide

The purpose of this curriculum guide is to support teaching artists and facilitators in understanding the foundational concepts that guide Creative Wellbeing. It is meant to be a springboard to brainstorm, design, and lead your own Creative Wellbeing workshops. Learn more and download the guide on the Creative Wellbing Page.

Advocacy Updates

Cordelia and Yamily from Arts for LA share information on Prop 28. Prop 28 Presentation Recording (00:00-12:45)*
*The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Department of Arts and Culture or the entities they represent.

LACOE Updates

Jeannine shares information on CA Arts Ed Framework resources for educators; infographics and handouts; Create CA: Creativity Challenge report and Arts, Music, and Instructional Materials Block Grant. 

• Jeannine’s presentation slide deck
• Jeannine’s presentation recording (13:00-33:00)*
  *The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Department of Arts and Culture or the entities they represent.

School Crisis & Recovery (SCRR) Bonus Resource

• Ritualizing Remembrance in our School Culture—Dia de los Muertos

May 20 Resources and Opportunities from our Partners

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Convening Agenda for May 20

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Resources:
Creative Careers Online

Creative Career Pathways for Youth is an LA County initiative to develop, strengthen, and expand pathways that prepare young people ages 14-24 for careers in the arts and creative industries. Find more information on our Creative Career Pathways Page.

• Overview Presentation of Creative Careers Online
• Creative Careers Online: creativecareers.gladeo.org/
• Creative Careers Online Social Media Toolkit

In Appreciation of Teachers

• NPR.org:  In Appreciation of Teachers: Share a Poem
• NPR.org: “Who Will Clean Out the Desks” A crowdsourced poem in praise of teachers

LACOE Resource Folder for VAPA Coordinators

Find updates on school reopening, regional and statewide professional development opportunities, student programs and more in this resource folder compiled for LA County district arts coordinators. Bookmark the link and check back for new information.

Check out the resources here: https://bit.ly/LACOEartscoordinators.

Upcoming Events:

• Wednesday, June 22 @ 1PM - Creative Wellbeing - Introduction to the Creative Wellbeing Approach
• Friday, July 8 @ Noon - Healing Centered Practices - Dreams Not Deferred

 

March 25 Resources and Opportunities from our Partners

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Convening Agenda for March 25

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Resources:
Creative Career Pathways for Youth

Creative Career Pathways for Youth is an LA County initiative to develop, strengthen, and expand pathways that prepare young people ages 14-24 for careers in the arts and creative industries. Find more information on our Creative Career Pathways Page, or access Program Manager, Meia Johnson's full presentation.

Arts Ed Twitter Chat - #CaArtsEdChat

Join @PCrooks_VAPA, @VAPAJeannine, @aaronbryan, and other arts education leaders from across the state for the #CaArtsEdChat, a Twitter Chat held every Wednesday from 4:00PM to 4:30PM. Join discussions on topics such as: the newly adopted CA Arts Framework; integrating the arts and technology; arts and anti-racism; and more!

New to Twitter, want to learn more about the Twitter Chat or see the questions in advance? Visit https://bit.ly/CaArtsEdChat1.

 

 

January 28 Resources and Opportunities from our Partners

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Convening Agenda for January 28

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November 5 Resources and Opportunities from our Partners

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Convening Agenda for November 5

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DMH+UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence Learning Center

Explore the DMH + UCLA Wellbeing for LA Learning Center! Download resources, access self-guided courses, and watch videos that support your understanding of prevention and wellbeing: https://learn.wellbeing4la.org/

 

 

September 17 Resources and Opportunities from our Partners

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CCSESA Rural Arts Network (CRAN) 2021-22

Through the Rural Communities: Ensuring Equity and Access to Arts Education series, rural leaders will share emerging and best practices to build momentum for arts education. Join colleagues from across the state to learn, share your voice and expand the field’s understanding of the specific strengths and challenges of rural areas as we offer equitable, accessible arts education for students in Grade Pre-K through 12.

For information and to register: https://ccsesaarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/CCSESA-Rural-Arts-Network-2021-22-Highlight-S1Flyer-3.pdf