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SCHOOL EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS 2014 - 2015 Stacy Chryssikos, Arts in Education Coordinator 914/248-2349 FAX: 914/248-3838 or 914/248-2390 [email protected] http://pnwboces.org/artsined Summer, 2015 Dear Arts Representative This School Program Evaluation Book has been compiled from all the in-school Arts Programs/Events contracted through the Putnam/Northern Westchester Arts-In- Education Service during the 2014-2015 school year. HOW TO USE: 1. The Evaluations are in alphabetical order either by the first name of the artist or by the company/organization. 2. The Evaluations were completed by participants who viewed the presentations. 3. There is at least one Evaluation for each in-school program/event. 4. If several Evaluations were received for a single program/event, the responses were merged as one Evaluation. However, if respondents’ views were widely different, the Evaluations were entered separately. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 914/248-2349 or email [email protected]. I look forward to another successful year working with you. Very truly yours, Arts in Education Coordinator PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS IN EDUCATION SERVICE 2014 - 2015 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS ARTIST: 10 SECONDS.ORG CONTRACT #: A-2507 ARTIST: 2 HANDS 2 LEARN CONTRACT #: A-2939 TITLE OF PROGRAM: Bobby Petrocelli - Author Visit TITLE OF PROGRAM: Judy Lewis - Colonial Papermaking TYPE OF PROGRAM: Storytelling Assembly TYPE OF PROGRAM: MEDIA ARTS WORKSHOP DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: SOMERS/SOMERS HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: CROTON/CET ELEM. # OF TEACHERS: # OF STUDENTS: 1120 GRADE(S) 9-12 # OF TEACHERS: 5 # OF STUDENTS: 105 GRADE(S) 4 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 2/24/15 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 6/8/15 - 6/12/15 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Bobby has a powerful message for all students that was very well- THIS PROGRAM IS FABULOUS. THE STUDENTS LOVE IT AND received by students. He had a big impact on both students and staff. REALLY LOOK FORWARD TO IT SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: This program is fabulous. The students loved it and really look forward to it. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: The paper making and marbleizing are great as well as the history, but the birth certificate activity is not as engaging OTHER COMMENTS: NONE ARTIST: 2 HANDS 2 LEARN CONTRACT #: A-2964 ARTIST: 2 HANDS 2 LEARN CONTRACT #: A-1958 TITLE OF PROGRAM: Judy Lewis - Garden Mural TITLE OF PROGRAM: Judy Lewis - Inuit Art Program TYPE OF PROGRAM: VISUAL ARTS WORKSHOP TYPE OF PROGRAM: Visual Arts Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: NEW ROCHELLE/TRINITY ELEM. SCHOOL DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: POCANTICO HILLS/POCANTICO HILLS CENTRAL SCHO # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 270 GRADE(S) K-5 # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 36 GRADE(S) 5 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 6/16/15 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 10/28/14 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? It was a great hands-on experience. The students enjoyed it! SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: Thank you! Arts in Education Service - School Evaluations 2014-2015 Page 1 of 273 PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS IN EDUCATION SERVICE 2014 - 2015 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS ARTIST: 2 HANDS 2 LEARN CONTRACT #: A-1968 ARTIST: 2 HANDS 2 LEARN CONTRACT #: A-1979 TITLE OF PROGRAM: Judy Lewis - Native American Workshop TITLE OF PROGRAM: Judy Lewis - Native Americans TYPE OF PROGRAM: Storytelling Workshop TYPE OF PROGRAM: Visual Arts Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: EASTCHESTER/WAVERLY EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: POCANTICO HILLS/POCANTICO HILLS CENTRAL SCHO # OF TEACHERS: 10 # OF STUDENTS: 250 GRADE(S) 1 # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 31 GRADE(S) 4 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 11/3,5,13/2014 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 10/29/14 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: Not all teaching artists have the same rapport with students, enthusiasm or engaging style. OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: ARTIST: 3SCREENS.COM CONTRACT #: A-2017 ARTIST: 3SCREENS.COM CONTRACT #: A-2016 TITLE OF PROGRAM: Action Hero TITLE OF PROGRAM: Joe Leone - Be More Awesome TYPE OF PROGRAM: Music, Visual & Media Arts Assembly TYPE OF PROGRAM: Dance, Drama, Visual & Media Arts Assembly DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: NEW ROCHELLE/WARD ELEM. SCHOOL DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: NEW ROCHELLE/DAVIS ELEM. SCHOOL # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 348 GRADE(S) 4, 5 # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 700 GRADE(S) K-8 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 11/20/14 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 11/20/14 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? The students were engaged at all times. There were many themes that The values that are presented -courage, honesty, respect - are done in a students could relate to and carry forward to the classroom and daily mixed media approach with music, animation and real people. This life. winning combination leaves a lasting impression on children and adults. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: We would definitely enjoy this program coming to our school again. Arts in Education Service - School Evaluations 2014-2015 Page 2 of 273 PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS IN EDUCATION SERVICE 2014 - 2015 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS ARTIST: A MAZE IN POTTERY, INC. CONTRACT #: A-2321 ARTIST: A MAZE IN POTTERY, INC. CONTRACT #: A-2276 TITLE OF PROGRAM: Aggie Radzik - Pottery Creations TITLE OF PROGRAM: Aggie Radzik, Denise Weale - Pottery Creations TYPE OF PROGRAM: Visual, Media Arts Residency TYPE OF PROGRAM: Media Arts DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: KATONAH/LEWISBORO/KATONAH ELEM. SCHOOL DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: CHAPPAQUA/ROARING BROOK ELEM. # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 22 GRADE(S) K-5 # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 14 GRADE(S) K-2 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 1/29/15 - 3/26/15 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 1/6-3/3/15 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Quality work offered by Amaze in Pottery. The children enjoyed the Children love the class. class. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. CONTRACT #: A-2153 ARTIST: ADVENTURE GAME, INC. CONTRACT #: A-2484 TITLE OF PROGRAM: Richard Hight - Art of Inspiration TITLE OF PROGRAM: Colonial American Fair TYPE OF PROGRAM: Visual Arts Assembly TYPE OF PROGRAM: Music, Dance, Drama, Storytelling, Visual Arts Assembly & Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: LAKELAND/VAN CORT ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 600 GRADE(S) K-5 MTP/COLUMBUS AVENUE ELEM. DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 12/19/14 # OF TEACHERS: 6 # OF STUDENTS: 150 GRADE(S) 4 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 2/27/15 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Students were engaged by Mr. Hight's artistic process and personal WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? anecdotes. This program continues to meet all expectations of a wonderful hands on culmination after 10 years. Great all day event loved by parents and SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: kids alike. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: Can't wait until next year! Parent comment - "invaluable tool for learning." Arts in Education Service - School Evaluations 2014-2015 Page 3 of 273 PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS IN EDUCATION SERVICE 2014 - 2015 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS ARTIST: ADVENTURE GAME, INC. CONTRACT #: A-2483 ARTIST: ADVENTURE GAME, INC. CONTRACT #: A-2637 TITLE OF PROGRAM: Colonial American Fair Event TITLE OF PROGRAM: Colonial Day TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshops TYPE OF PROGRAM: Music, Dance, Visual Arts Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: KATONAH/LEWISBORO/KATONAH ELEM. SCHOOL DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: LAKELAND/BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEM. # OF TEACHERS: # OF STUDENTS: GRADE(S) 4 # OF TEACHERS: 2 # OF STUDENTS: 100 GRADE(S) 4 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 2/26/15 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 3/16/15 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Excellent program. Presenters were wonderful! Well thought out, very hands on, knowledgeable presenters. Great day!! SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: ARTIST: ADVENTURE GAME, INC. CONTRACT #: A-2836 ARTIST: ADVENTURE GAME, INC. CONTRACT #: A-2930 TITLE OF PROGRAM: Colonial Day & Square Dancing TITLE OF PROGRAM: Colonial Day & Square Dancing TYPE OF PROGRAM: Music, Dance, Visual Arts Assembly & Workshop TYPE OF PROGRAM: MUSIC, DANCE/MOVEMENT, DRAMA/THEATRE ARTS, STORYTELLING WORKSHOP DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: EASTCHESTER/GREENVALE ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: # OF TEACHERS: 5 # OF STUDENTS: 270 GRADE(S) 4 & 5 EASTCHESTER/ANNE HUTCHINSON ELEM. DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 5/28 & 6/17/15 # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: GRADE(S) 4 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 6/18/15 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Absolutely. Excellent. The artists were fantastic. We especially love WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? the dance artist (guitar player). Their skills and attention to the 4th graders were superb. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: Re: butter churn - maybe add a more experienced person and/or add additional elements of cooking in a safe way (e.g.., pots/pans but no OTHER COMMENTS: fire). There is no better way to learn about the colonial period than with these hands-on activities. It is also a wonderful community-building day with OTHER COMMENTS: so many parents involved. We would be glad to use Adventure Game for Colonial Day next year! Arts in Education Service - School Evaluations 2014-2015 Page 4 of 273 PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS IN EDUCATION SERVICE 2014 - 2015 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS ARTIST: AFRO BRAZIL ARTS, INC. CONTRACT #: A-2889 ARTIST: AGOSTINO & CO.