1. Middle/High Arts Department Chairs Thanks for sharing this PPT with your colleagues!

2. Topics Analysis of Student Work Middle School Musical Theatre Project Susan Roberts Scholarship Kudos

3. Analysis of Student Work The following tasks should have been completed: teacher validates class schedule principal validates teacher's schedule platform selects 3 classes as targets for evidence gathering teacher identifies 1 objective for each targeted class (total of 3*) principal approves selected objectives * for the 2014-15 school year only - if the platform selects 2 courses with the same course number - the teacher may use the same objective for the duplicate courses The screencasts provide invaluable step-by-step information http://ncasw.ncdpi.wikispaces.net/Screencasts Content-specific PLTs are working on lesson ideas and evidence gathering to support the various objectives. These are posted in google drives and shared with each content area. If any of your ASW teachers (Arts/World Languages/Healthful Living) are having difficulty, please ask them to consult their PLTs and contact either Liz Droessler (egrimes-droessler@wcpss.net), Delynda Ramirez-Carter (dramirez- carter@wcpss.net), or Brian Glendenning (bglendenning@wcpss.net)

4. ASW – Keys to Success Keep it simple Gather evidence in the early stages of learning (you’re trying to show growth not proficiency) Pay close attention to the verb of the clarifying objective More info on how to write the context will be posted by DPI soon – check out their website for answers http://ncasw.ncdpi.wikispaces.net/home

5. ASW - Check the Resources PLTs have done a great job of sharing ideas regarding objective selection and evidence gathering – check their shared google drives for examples – participate in PLT meetings Check the Arts Ed Wiki for examples (including those posted by DPI) ASW on Arts Ed WikiASW on Arts Ed Wiki Contact Liz if you have questions or concerns

6. Remember … Reflective practice improves performance and each time we assess our work with young people we gain information that can guide instruction.

7. Remember … While the logistics are cumbersome right now – the opportunity to select your objectives and be able to demonstrate growth in your own content area is a benefit. Because we are participating this first year – we’ll have the opportunity to discover how best to address the challenges and your ‘score’ will be the best 2 out of 3 years (for districts that did not opt-in – they will not have that opportunity)

8. Remember I believe the Arts Educators in our school district foster growth among all their students on a daily basis. I have faith that you will be able to demonstrate that growth through the ASW process. Thank you for your patience, tenacity, and integrity!

9. Middle School Musical Theatre Project (MSMTP) What – a hybrid ‘course’ with online modules and face-to-face workshops with Professional Artists that will lead to the creation of an original musical that students will produce When – Online modules between Mid March > Mid May – Face-to-Face workshops 6/25 – 7/9 – Performance @ Raleigh Little Theatre Amphitheatre 7/10 & 7/11

10. MSMTP Who? - Current middle school students are encouraged to participate. We are seeking a diverse group of performers and technicians with a broad range of experiences [from none- to extensive]. Are the opportunities for teachers? Absolutely! If you are interested (even if you don’t have students who might want to participate) you are welcome to join us.

11. MSMTP Why? – previous districtwide musical theatre projects have enjoyed great success and testimonials from alumni indicate we should restore the program Watch this Video Clip for more infoVideo Clip Why?? – supporting musical theatre at the middle school level can serve to recruit and retain students in the arts for high school study Why??? – participants (students & staff) will have an authentic growth opportunity that will last a lifetime

12. Benefits of the MSMTP Middle school students will: – Experience a broad range of musical theatre – Explore playwriting/script development – Examine and experience the creative process – Develop artistic skills, discipline, work ethic, respect for others – Collaborate as an ensemble from musician > performer > technician > assistant designer – Explore career options in the Arts and discover the Arts skills that translate to other professions – Build resilience and self-awareness Participating teachers will: – Be rejuvenated by working with students from across the district – Enhance their instructional skills by collaborating with other teaching artists – Practice and reflect on the creative process Community members will: – Participate in an innovative program that celebrates the creative process – Develop a greater appreciation for the arts and their value in supporting adolescents and preparing for success in the workforce

13. Interested in more information about MSMTP? Email Liz Droessler Egrimes-droessler@wcpss.net with MSMTP in the subject line

14. Susan Roberts Scholarship This information was provided in the principals’ weekly update on 3/3/15 Susan Roberts Scholarship Application To: High School Principals, Deans, Counselors and Arts Teachers From: Liz Grimes-Droessler Due Date: 03/20/15

15. Susan Roberts Scholarship The Susan Ellis Roberts Scholarship was established in 2003 to annually award a Wake County graduating senior who has demonstrated a special talent in the visual or performing arts, leadership, teaching, entrepreneurship or other creative gift. Susan Roberts wanted this scholarship to honor students who do not fit a mold or are often overlooked—students she considered to be “diamonds in the rough.” The dream and design of Susan Ellis Roberts is to find such creative and talented young people and to reward them for their talent, commitment, tenacity and creative vision.

16. Susan Roberts Scholarship The application can be found here: https://docs.google.com/a/wcpss.net/file/d/0B50pR5u6Ph9Hei1PN3NZcGVQdHc/ed it https://docs.google.com/a/wcpss.net/file/d/0B50pR5u6Ph9Hei1PN3NZcGVQdHc/ed it The application is also posted on the Arts Ed Wiki https://arts-education-wake.wikispaces.com/weekly+updates https://arts-education-wake.wikispaces.com/weekly+updates As of 3/17 - the Arts Education office has received no applications Please let Liz Droessler know if you have any students that might be applying so we can extend the deadline to 4/3/15

17. Kudos for all your work – EVERYDAY! For these and so many more … Thank you!