Putnam | Northern Westchester BOCES Arts-in-Education School Evaluations of Arts Programs 2018 - 2019 200 BOCES Drive | Yorktown Heights | NY 10598-4399 PHONE: 914.248.2349 FAX: 914.248.3838 EMAIL: [email protected] STACY CHRYSSIKOS Arts-In-Education Coordinator Dear Arts Representative, This School Program Evaluation Book was compiled from all the in-school Arts Programs/Events contracted through the Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES Arts-In-Education Service during the 2018-2019 school year. How to Use This Evaluation Book: 1. The evaluations are in alphabetical order either by the first name of the artist or by the name of the company/organization. 2. The evaluations were completed by participants who viewed programs or worked with the artists. 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 distinct, the evaluations were entered separately. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 914/248-2349 or send an email to: [email protected]. I look forward to another successful year working with you. Very truly yours, PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS-IN-EDUCATION SERVICE 2018 - 2019 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS CONTRACT #: E-2265 CONTRACT #: E-2179 ARTIST: 2 FISH, INC. ARTIST: A DAY IN CLAY TITLE OF PROGRAM:Dana Perri - Author Visit TITLE OF PROGRAM:Cliff Mendelson - Native American Design and Vessels TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: CHAPPAQUA/WESTORCHARD ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: LAKELAND/THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEM. # OF TEACHERS: 4 # OF STUDENTS: 81 GRADE(S): K # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 87 GRADE(S): 5 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 5/29/19 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 5/14/19-5/15/19 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Dana was lovely with our Kindergarten students! She was very Mr. Mendelson is a great educator and the program is wonderful for responsive to each individual group of students. We appreciated that every student. It is an excellent addition to the Arts and Social Studies very much. Our students had a great experience overall. Students curriculums. come in this morning wishing she was coming in again. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: None. OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: CONTRACT #: E-1552 CONTRACT #: E-1610 ARTIST: A MAZE IN POTTERY, INC. ARTIST: A MAZE IN POTTERY, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:Laura Spreitzer - Pottery Creations TITLE OF PROGRAM:Nancy Beard/Laura Spreitzer/Shanon Policello - Pottery Creations TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop TYPE OF PROGRAM: Residency DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: CHAPPAQUA/ROARING BROOK ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: CHAPPAQUA/WESTORCHARD ELEM. # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 12 GRADE(S): 2-4 # OF TEACHERS: # OF STUDENTS: GRADE(S): K-4 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 1/8/19-3/19/19 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 1/18/19-3/21/19 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? The teacher has done an amazing job, engaging students and stimulating them to create impressive art piece that they were excited This is an annual favorite. The students reate beautiful pottery using to take home and use. different techniques taught by the instructor. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: We appreciate the teacher staying late after class to dry the art pieces, but we think finding a solution to finish earlier will benefit all parties. Arts in Education Service - School Evaluations 2018-2019 Page 1 of 235 PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS-IN-EDUCATION SERVICE 2018 - 2019 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS CONTRACT #: E-2109 CONTRACT #: E-1527 ARTIST: AARON PATTERSON ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:Musical Director for the Show, Addams Family TITLE OF PROGRAM:Crystal Clear Science Show TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: IRVINGTON/IRVINGTON HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: PLEASANTVILLE/BEDFORD ROAD ELEM. # OF TEACHERS: # OF STUDENTS: GRADE(S): 9-12 # OF TEACHERS: 6 # OF STUDENTS: 120+ GRADE(S): 1 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 1/4/19-3/12/19 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 1/7/19 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Aaron does a wonderful job leading the orchestra for the show. It is a performance that promotes creativity with children with things that they see everyday. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: None. OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: The performer engaged the children easily and they were enthusiastically and actively participated in the performance. CONTRACT #: E-2059 CONTRACT #: E-1730 ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:Mr. Tay - Teaching American's Youth TITLE OF PROGRAM:The Laugh Factory Show TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: GREENBURGH/WOODLANDS MS/HS DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: MAHOPAC/AUSTIN ROAD ELEM. # OF TEACHERS: 10 # OF STUDENTS: 450 GRADE(S): 7-12 # OF TEACHERS: 20 # OF STUDENTS: 300 GRADE(S): K-5 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 4/12/19 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 5/15/19 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Mr. Tay's performance was engaging and a good way to kick-off our Art Dough's performance of his Laugh Factory show was awesome! His of Happiness day. energy and enthusiasm resulted in huge smiles and enormous laughter from all members of the audience. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: Mr. Tay's performance would benefit from smoother transitions between activities. Wish it was longer! OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: Look forward to hosting Doug again in the future! Arts in Education Service - School Evaluations 2018-2019 Page 2 of 235 PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS-IN-EDUCATION SERVICE 2018 - 2019 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS CONTRACT #: E-1730 CONTRACT #: E-1374 ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:The Laugh Factory Show TITLE OF PROGRAM:Uncle Sam's Comedy Jam TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: MAHOPAC/AUSTIN ROAD ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: EASTCHESTER/GREENVALE ELEM. # OF TEACHERS: 20 # OF STUDENTS: 300 GRADE(S): K-5 # OF TEACHERS: 12 # OF STUDENTS: 270 GRADE(S): 4-5 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 5/15/19 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 12/6/18 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Doug's performance of his laugh factory show was awesome! Through the use of costumes, visuals, student participation and His energy and enthusiasm resulted in huge smiles and enormous comedy, the performer engaged and educated students about the laughter from all members of the audience. beliefs that unite our citizens and how America became a free nation. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: Wish It was longer. None OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: Look forward to hosting Doug again in the future! CONTRACT #: E-1068 CONTRACT #: E-1274 ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. ARTIST: ADAM NOVEMBER TITLE OF PROGRAM:Youth Mover Show TITLE OF PROGRAM:Learning and Creating Music Through Technology TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: KATONAH-LEWISBORO/INCREASE MILLER ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: KATONAH-LEWISBORO/JOHN JAY HIGH SCHOOL # OF TEACHERS: # OF STUDENTS: GRADE(S): K-5 # OF TEACHERS: 1 # OF STUDENTS: 80 GRADE(S): 9-12 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 10/1/18 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 11/26/18-11/30/18 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Brandon was engaging, highly interactive and held the attention of Adam is a master at his craft. He is so well versed in music students. He did a wonderful job delivering the message. Students and technology. He is equally talented at teaching students. His ability to teachers left the assembly saying how "awesome" he was! meet kids at their level of understanding is first rate! SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: None. OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: Would love to have him back! The students and I are very excited to have Adam return in the future! Arts in Education Service - School Evaluations 2018-2019 Page 3 of 235 PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS-IN-EDUCATION SERVICE 2018 - 2019 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS CONTRACT #: E-1260 CONTRACT #: E-1918 ARTIST: ADAM WELSH ARTIST: Adanna Kele Smith-Wilson TITLE OF PROGRAM:Lighting Designer for the Show, Honk Jr. TITLE OF PROGRAM:African Movement and Dance Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: BYRAM HILLS/WAMPUS ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: OSSINING/CLAREMONT/ROOSEVELT SCHOOL # OF TEACHERS: # OF STUDENTS: GRADE(S): 5 # OF TEACHERS: 4 # OF STUDENTS: 200 GRADE(S): 3-5 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 10/30/18-11/4/18 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 2/28/19 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? This wa an amazing performance and they gave the children a change to learn and participate. We loved it! SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: Thank you! We are booking this group for next year! CONTRACT #: E-2200 CONTRACT #: E-2205 ARTIST: ADVENTURE BOUND ARTIST: ADVENTURE BOUND TITLE OF PROGRAM:Deborah Mobley - The Wild and Crazy Challene Game Show TITLE OF PROGRAM:Deborah Mobley - The Wild and Crazy Challenge Game Show TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: PEEKSKILL/WOODSIDE ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: PEEKSKILL/OAKSIDE ELEM. # OF TEACHERS: 70 # OF STUDENTS: 552 GRADE(S): K-1 # OF TEACHERS: 24 # OF STUDENTS: 500 GRADE(S): 2-3 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 5/13/19 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 5/21/19 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Yes, high energy, fun and exciting! An absolutely fabulous show! The students and teachers were totally SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: engaged.