Sunday, September 9, 2012
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Fine Arts Fall Conference
Conference 2012: FEAR NO ART
The Fine Arts Council and the Canadian Society for Education through Art team up for this National/Provincial Conference that's sure to leave you inspired!
When: October 25-27, 2012
Where: Victoria School in Edmonton, AB
Conference Registration/Session Descriptions/Hotel Information can be found at:
http://fac.teachers.ab.ca/Annual%20Conference/Pages/AnnualFallConference.aspx
The Fine Arts Council and the Canadian Society for Education through Art team up for this National/Provincial Conference that's sure to leave you inspired!
When: October 25-27, 2012
Where: Victoria School in Edmonton, AB
Conference Registration/Session Descriptions/Hotel Information can be found at:
http://fac.teachers.ab.ca/Annual%20Conference/Pages/AnnualFallConference.aspx
Professional Development Opportunity
ArtsSmarts Announces its 2012 Knowledge Exchange:
A 2-Day Event That Provides A Forum For Reimagining Learning Spaces
That Cultivate Creativity and Innovation
November 15-16, 2012 in Calgary, AB Tickets Are Now On Sale!
A 2-Day Event That Provides A Forum For Reimagining Learning Spaces
That Cultivate Creativity and Innovation
November 15-16, 2012 in Calgary, AB Tickets Are Now On Sale!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Toronto, Ontario (July 10, 2012) - ArtsSmarts today announced that tickets are now on sale for its 2012 Knowledge Exchange, taking place from November 15 to 16, 2012 in Calgary, Alberta, in cooperation with the University of Calgary. Focusing on the theme Cultivating Creative Communities: Arts, Education and Spaces for Successful 21st Century Learning, this dynamic and interactive two-day eventwill offer a highly-charged learning space for individuals and organizations that are passionate about contributing and connecting to the current theory and practice of creativity, discovery and innovation in learning. We'll bring together four keynote speakers and twelve interactive panel/workshop sessionsto showcase leading practitioners, thinkers, luminaries and innovators in the field of arts, education, community development, architecture, urbanism and economic development. Further details will follow over the next few months. Be sure to visit www.2012kx.ca for regular updates.
"Together, we'll explore new ideas of how arts-in-education programs like ArtsSmarts serve as catalysts for reimagining spaces that cultivate creativity and innovation, leading to culture-led community vitality and revitalization," said Jason van Eyk, Executive Director of ArtsSmarts. "In addition, a new sub-theme at this year's Knowledge Exchange will focus on youth-led, youth-driven learning and its connection to community engagement. Through its emphasis on interactive and collaborative programming, the Knowledge Exchange will open up space for dialogue, peer learning and co-creation, allowing every expert in the room to advance collective engagement."
The 2012 Knowledge Exchange will include a lineup of exclusive keynote addresses including James Catterall (Professor Emeritus at UCLA'S Department of Education and author of Doing Well and Doing Good by Doing Art, a 12-year longitudinal study of Arts Education) and John Eger (Professor of Communications and Public Policy/Director of the Creative Economy Initiative, San Diego State University and the co-founder of The World Foundation for Smart Communities). We'll also hear from a range of education researchers, including Ron Canuel (CEO, Canadian Education Association) on the most recent results of the landmark student engagement study What Did You Do In School Today?, and Ann Patteson (Director of Research, The Royal Conservatory) and Steven Campbell (Arts Consultant) on their research findings from their CNAL study Creative Collaborations: Lessons from Arts-in-Learning Partnerships.
Knowledge Exchange tickets range from CA$245 for the Early Bird Discount to the regular price of CA$395, with special pricing available for groups of 6 or more people. These full conferences passes include keynote speakers, interactive panel/workshop sessions, food & beverages, exhibitions and special events admission. They can be purchased at 2012kx.eventbrite.ca (some service charges apply).
ArtsSmarts' 2012 Knowledge Exchange is supported in part by Alberta Milk, Education Canada Enbridge Inc., The Canadian Education Association, the University of Calgary, and Vale Canada Limited.
ArtsSmarts is a dynamic approach to teaching, learning, doing and thinking that has been changing the lives of students, artists, educators, and entire schools and communities since 1998. In generating and sustaining innovative school partnerships centred around the arts, ArtsSmarts pushes the boundaries of learning, redefines the environment of schooling and re-imagines student success. Since our inception, we have impacted the lives of over 475,000 students, 21,000 educators, 8,500 artists and 2,800 schools in 300 communities across Canada. Visit www.artssmarts.ca for more information.
Toronto, Ontario (July 10, 2012) - ArtsSmarts today announced that tickets are now on sale for its 2012 Knowledge Exchange, taking place from November 15 to 16, 2012 in Calgary, Alberta, in cooperation with the University of Calgary. Focusing on the theme Cultivating Creative Communities: Arts, Education and Spaces for Successful 21st Century Learning, this dynamic and interactive two-day eventwill offer a highly-charged learning space for individuals and organizations that are passionate about contributing and connecting to the current theory and practice of creativity, discovery and innovation in learning. We'll bring together four keynote speakers and twelve interactive panel/workshop sessionsto showcase leading practitioners, thinkers, luminaries and innovators in the field of arts, education, community development, architecture, urbanism and economic development. Further details will follow over the next few months. Be sure to visit www.2012kx.ca for regular updates.
"Together, we'll explore new ideas of how arts-in-education programs like ArtsSmarts serve as catalysts for reimagining spaces that cultivate creativity and innovation, leading to culture-led community vitality and revitalization," said Jason van Eyk, Executive Director of ArtsSmarts. "In addition, a new sub-theme at this year's Knowledge Exchange will focus on youth-led, youth-driven learning and its connection to community engagement. Through its emphasis on interactive and collaborative programming, the Knowledge Exchange will open up space for dialogue, peer learning and co-creation, allowing every expert in the room to advance collective engagement."
The 2012 Knowledge Exchange will include a lineup of exclusive keynote addresses including James Catterall (Professor Emeritus at UCLA'S Department of Education and author of Doing Well and Doing Good by Doing Art, a 12-year longitudinal study of Arts Education) and John Eger (Professor of Communications and Public Policy/Director of the Creative Economy Initiative, San Diego State University and the co-founder of The World Foundation for Smart Communities). We'll also hear from a range of education researchers, including Ron Canuel (CEO, Canadian Education Association) on the most recent results of the landmark student engagement study What Did You Do In School Today?, and Ann Patteson (Director of Research, The Royal Conservatory) and Steven Campbell (Arts Consultant) on their research findings from their CNAL study Creative Collaborations: Lessons from Arts-in-Learning Partnerships.
Knowledge Exchange tickets range from CA$245 for the Early Bird Discount to the regular price of CA$395, with special pricing available for groups of 6 or more people. These full conferences passes include keynote speakers, interactive panel/workshop sessions, food & beverages, exhibitions and special events admission. They can be purchased at 2012kx.eventbrite.ca (some service charges apply).
ArtsSmarts' 2012 Knowledge Exchange is supported in part by Alberta Milk, Education Canada Enbridge Inc., The Canadian Education Association, the University of Calgary, and Vale Canada Limited.
ArtsSmarts is a dynamic approach to teaching, learning, doing and thinking that has been changing the lives of students, artists, educators, and entire schools and communities since 1998. In generating and sustaining innovative school partnerships centred around the arts, ArtsSmarts pushes the boundaries of learning, redefines the environment of schooling and re-imagines student success. Since our inception, we have impacted the lives of over 475,000 students, 21,000 educators, 8,500 artists and 2,800 schools in 300 communities across Canada. Visit www.artssmarts.ca for more information.
Monday, August 27, 2012
Welcome Back
Welcome back to another school year. Last year I choose the word
"inspired" to guide me through my year and I was indeed inspired by
new relationships, new places and the world of ART!! This year I'm choosing the
word, "creativity" to guide me through my year because I believe our
most important metal talent is the ability to imagine what has never existed.
Please share a word or two that will guide you through your
year.
Monday, June 11, 2012
Provincial Art Exhibition Conclusion
On May 24, 2012, principals,
teachers, professional artists and citizens from across the province attended
our opening reception. Sixty-two paintings were exhibited in company with narratives,
which expressed the importance of the arts in our lives. Paintings were created
on a 24x24” surface and ranged from portraits to abstracts and from landscapes
to fantasy. The quality of paintings was impressive especially considering our
youngest artists where only 12 years old. A published book was gifted to each
participating member. Books contained artist’s artworks and narratives, wherein
participants described themselves, their artworks and How the Arts Impact their Lives, in 150 words or less.
The benefits of this event
surpassed my expectations. Participant’s artworks and words revealed the arts
feed our imagination, they help us develop a sense of beauty and they provide
unique ways for us to gain insights into ourselves and into the world. Additionally,
the event concluded with the sale of 27 paintings, which raised enough money to
send four sick children to Disneyland for the day. Involvement in and with art
exhibitions provides people with opportunities for self-expression and
creativity and thus, has the power to influence who we are individually and
collectively.
Many thanks to everyone who supported our event. Stay tuned for details for our next Arts Advocacy Venture!
Fine Arts Council - Annual Fall Conference
Conference 2012: FEAR NO ART
The Fine Arts Council and the Canadian Society for Education through Art team up for this National/Provincial Conference that's sure to leave you inspired!
When: October 25-27, 2012
Where: Victoria School in Edmonton, AB
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: until July 7th
Conference Registration/Session Descriptions/Hotel Information
The Fine Arts Council and the Canadian Society for Education through Art team up for this National/Provincial Conference that's sure to leave you inspired!
When: October 25-27, 2012
Where: Victoria School in Edmonton, AB
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: until July 7th
Conference Registration/Session Descriptions/Hotel Information
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Provincial Art Exhibition
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