Arts-in-Education PNW BOCES PUTNAM | NORTHERN WESTCHESTER SCHOOL EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS 2017 - 2018 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 2017-2018 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 email me at [email protected]. I look forward to another successful year working with you. Very truly yours, PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS-IN-EDUCATION SERVICE 2017 - 2018 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS CONTRACT #: D-6923 CONTRACT #: D-6537 ARTIST: 4 HORSEMEN THEATRICALS-BRYAN MCPARTLAN ARTIST: A MAZE IN POTTERY, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:Sound Design, Little Shop of Horrors TITLE OF PROGRAM:Nancy Beard - Pottery Creations TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: KATONAH-LEWISBORO/JOHN JAY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: CHAPPAQUA/GRAFFLIN ELEM. # OF TEACHERS 5 # OF STUDENTS: 70 GRADE(S) 9-12 # OF TEACHERS 1 # OF STUDENTS: 9 GRADE(S) 2-4 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 2/16-3/24/18 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 1/8/18-3/15/18 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Bryan is a true professional who works beautifully with our students. This class exceeded all expectations for this session. During the pottery sessions, painted several different ceramics. The final products SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: created will be both decorative and practical. Children were encouraged to explore various painting techniques, including paintbrush (using different types), sea sponge, rubber stamps, squeeze bottles, puffy paints, confetti technique (recycled under glaze paints), OTHER COMMENTS: stickers and masking tape. The students were able to create and take home their creations at the end of the class. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: None. OTHER COMMENTS: The instructor did a wonderful job! We would love to have Nancy back to our school for future classes. CONTRACT #: D-6956 CONTRACT #: D-6529 ARTIST: A MAZE IN POTTERY, INC. ARTIST: A MAZE IN POTTERY, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:Pottery Creations TITLE OF PROGRAM:Sharon Policello - Pottery Creations TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: KATONAH-LEWISBORO/MEADOWPOND ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: CHAPPAQUA/WESTORCHARD ELEM. # OF TEACHERS 1 # OF STUDENTS: 18 GRADE(S) 1-5 # OF TEACHERS 1 # OF STUDENTS: 11 GRADE(S) 1-4 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 3/19-5/17/18 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 1/11-3/15/18 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? The children thoroughly enjoyed the class. The projects were well Very high quality projects. thought out and interesting. The children were proud of their work and seemed interested in the assignments. The instructor was great and SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: handled the class well. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: I would recommend they had an assistant to help with the task and/or some children who may get out of line. OTHER COMMENTS: Arts in Education Service - School Evaluations 2017-2018 Page 1 of 283 PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS-IN-EDUCATION SERVICE 2017 - 2018 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS CONTRACT #: D-7151 CONTRACT #: D-6987 ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:Brent Daniels Music Technology TITLE OF PROGRAM:Corey The Dribbler TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: PLEASANTVILLE/BEDFORD HILLS ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: GREENBURGH/WOODLANDS HIGH SCHOOL # OF TEACHERS 6 # OF STUDENTS: 150 GRADE(S) 4 # OF TEACHERS 20 # OF STUDENTS: 500 GRADE(S) 7-12 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 5/21/18 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 4/27/18 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Brent Daniels is not only entertaining, but educational and very good It's great entertainment, particularly for boys, who adore basketball. It with the kids. He peeks everyone's interest (adults too!) Engaging, is also audience interactive, with good character messaging. exciting and informative. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: None. None. OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: None. We can't wait to have Brent back next year! CONTRACT #: D-6579 CONTRACT #: D-6986 ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:Corey the Dribbler TITLE OF PROGRAM:Crystal Clean Science Show TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: MAHOPAC/AUSTIN ROAD ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: PLEASANTVILLE/BEDFORD ROAD ELEM. # OF TEACHERS 30 # OF STUDENTS: 600 GRADE(S) K-5 # OF TEACHERS # OF STUDENTS: GRADE(S) 1 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 1/23/18 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 4/25/18 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Corey was awesome! From the minute he started speaking to the Students really enjoy the presentation. minute he closed his performance, Corey held the attention of hundreds of children. His skills were extraordinary and his message SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: incredibly empowering. None. SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: None. None. OTHER COMMENTS: Definitely hosting Corey again in the future! Arts in Education Service - School Evaluations 2017-2018 Page 2 of 283 PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS-IN-EDUCATION SERVICE 2017 - 2018 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS CONTRACT #: D-6985 CONTRACT #: D-6353 ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. ARTIST: ACADEMIC ENTERTAINMENT, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:Ultimate Human Board Game Show TITLE OF PROGRAM:Uncle Sam's Comedy Jam TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: PUTNAM VALLEY/PUTNAM VALLEY ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: EASTCHESTER/GREENVALE ELEM. # OF TEACHERS 3 # OF STUDENTS: 75 GRADE(S) 3 # OF TEACHERS 12 # OF STUDENTS: 285 GRADE(S) 4-5 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 4/13/18 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 11/30/17 &12/1/17 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Program was very interactive and engaging. Both adults and children Through the use of costumes, visuals, student involvement and loved it. comedy, the performer engaged, entertained, and educated the students about beliefs that unite our citizens and how America became SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: a free nation. I am not sue how this program would run for a larger group of children. I SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: would stick to 50 or under. OTHER COMMENTS: None. OTHER COMMENTS: None. CONTRACT #: D-6252 CONTRACT #: D-6724 ARTIST: ADAM WELSH ARTIST: ADAM WELSH TITLE OF PROGRAM:Lighting Designer for the Show, Aladdin TITLE OF PROGRAM:Lighting Designer for the Show, Bye Bye Birdie TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: BYRAM HILLS/WAMPUS ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: BYRAM HILLS/BYRAM HILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL # OF TEACHERS # OF STUDENTS: GRADE(S) 5 # OF TEACHERS # OF STUDENTS: GRADE(S) 5 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 10/30/17-11/4/17 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 2/5/18-2/10/18 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? Adam designed a brilliant show lighting plot that showcased our students wonderfully. His work is fantastic! SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: None. None at this time. OTHER COMMENTS: OTHER COMMENTS: None. Arts in Education Service - School Evaluations 2017-2018 Page 3 of 283 PUTNAM NORTHERN WESTCHESTER BOCES ARTS-IN-EDUCATION SERVICE 2017 - 2018 EVALUATIONS OF ARTS PROGRAMS CONTRACT #: D-7244 CONTRACT #: D-6400 ARTIST: ADRIENNE HANLEY-KENNY ARTIST: ADVENTURE GAME, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:Let's Get Moving Dance TITLE OF PROGRAM:Colonial Day TYPE OF PROGRAM: Performance TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: NEW ROCHELLE/TRINITY ELEM. SCHOOL DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: KATONAH-LEWISBORO/KATONAH ELEM. SCHOOL # OF TEACHERS # OF STUDENTS: 870+ GRADE(S) K-5 # OF TEACHERS 3 # OF STUDENTS: 63 GRADE(S) 4 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 6/8/18 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 12/14/17 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? The faculty/staff and students enjoy Zumba. They especially enjoyed Informative, hands on, authentic experiences for students the song selection, dance moves and energy from both instructors. Zumba events are always a success at Trinity. It's a pleasure to work SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: with these instructors. Nope! They were fabulous! SUGGESTIONS TO ARTIST FOR IMPROVEMENT: OTHER COMMENTS: None. Thank you! OTHER COMMENTS: Thank you for being kind and sweet! CONTRACT #: D-7228 CONTRACT #: D-6845 ARTIST: ADVENTURE GAME, INC. ARTIST: ADVENTURE GAME, INC. TITLE OF PROGRAM:Colonial Day TITLE OF PROGRAM:Colonial Day TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop TYPE OF PROGRAM: Workshop DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: EASTCHESTER/ANNE HUTCHINSON ELEM. DISTRICT/ SCHOOL: KATONAH-LEWISBORO/MEADOWPOND ELEM. # OF TEACHERS 5 # OF STUDENTS: 125 GRADE(S) 4 # OF TEACHERS 3 # OF STUDENTS: 59 GRADE(S) 4 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 5/16/18 DATE(S) OF PERFORMANCE 3/14/18 WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM? Y WHY? The workshop was well-organized and run well. The staff were The best program we have ever had.