Winter 2018
Happy Winter!
It is hard to believe we are almost at the mid point of the school year. The Enrichment Resource Center has received over 200 program requests since August and we expect to have many more coming in.
New Arts in Ed Directory
We have started redesigning the Arts in Ed Directory and want to hear your suggestions! Please take a few minutes to complete the following survey:
EE Match Report
Exploratory Enrichment is different than Arts in Education Programs. These programs require another district to book them to become aidable. The Enrichment Resource Center regularly updates a report that is posted on our webpage to identify all the Exploratory Enrichment Programs and their matching districts. It is a great resource for you to utilize when looking for a program.
Here are three very popular Field Trips:
Proctors Theatre
From Broadway to ballet, the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors and theREP gives students the opportunity to witness world-class dance, theatre, music and film.
Feast your eyes on our programming for the upcoming season below:
- Broadway shows – With the very best of touring Broadway right here in the Capital Region, why go elsewhere?
- On-The-Go! – O.T.G. brings a fully realized, portable, professional theatre production to your school or organization. This offering eliminates bus costs, travel time and logistical concerns, and includes a post-show talkback with actors.
- School day shows – Students experience live theatre and while learning curriculum at the same time in our historic MainStage or our intimate black box GE Theatre. Curriculum guides are available to reinforce key concepts before and after the field trip.
- Student matinees – Bring your students to a show at theREP
For more information or to book your field trip:
Call 518.382.3884 x 139 or fill out the ONLINE ORDER FORM for reservations www.proctors.org
Bow Tie Cinemas & Regal Entertainment Group
Going to the movies is a great idea for a field trip your students will enjoy! There are movie theatres all over the area that offer group discounts for schools.
This year we worked with both Bow Tie Cinemas and the Regal Entertainment Group to bring students from several schools in to see a show. With new movies scheduled to debut weekly, there are tons of options throughout the year to consider.
This is a great option for any age group!
For more information visit the following websites:
Charles R. Wood Theatre in Glens Falls
In 1995, a group of private business leaders convened with a common goal to strengthen the downtown commercial district of Glens Falls and created a non-for-profit community theatre.
The Charles R. Wood Theatre provides year round performances and offers a 294 seat auditorium with fully professional and updated technical systems. Nearly 350 events happen at the Wood Theater each year including theater performances, musicals, concerts, dance performances, meetings, parties, weddings, rehearsals, auditions and educational classes.
A visit to the theatre is a great experience for any age group!
For more information visit the following:
Best Selling Author/Illustrator, Michelle Nelson-Schmidt
Are you looking for a fun, inspirational and interactive author visit for this Spring? Michelle Nelson-Schmidt travels the country talking to students about her books and she is planning to be in New York this May.
- author and illustrator of six children’s books, selling over 500,000 copies has spoken to more than 1,000,000 children, visiting over 800 schools in 37 states
- will share her tales of perseverance which led her to live her “magical” life
- will entertain you with her art while sharing her messages of courage and overcoming fears, embracing your imagination, friendship, and believing in yourself
Limited Time Available in May for an Author Visit:
- available for full or half day visits May 14-18
- half-day visits include three (3) 45-minute presentations
- complimentary 100-page workbook which includes resources & activities
- to do before her visit provided to your school
- complete collection of her books (6 titles) provided
- appealing to students preschool through 5th grade
- book signing available after the presentation
- cost is $600 for a half-day visit
For More Information & to Make a Reservation:
- Complete the online form: bit.ly/SpringAuthorVisit
Questions?
Contact Amanda Ellithorpe, UBAM Educational Services
WSWHE BOCES - Enrichment Resource Center
Email: cvantassel@wswheboces.org
Website: www.wswheboces.org
Location: 27 Gick Road, Saratoga Springs, NY, United States
Phone: 518-581-3585
Facebook: facebook.com/enrichmentresourcecenter