2015-2016 SCC Directory of Educational Activities for Teachers and Schools

A TEACHER’S GUIDE • Field Trips • Workshops • Performances • Assemblies

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20152016 DIRECTORY OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS

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HOW TO USE THE SCC DIRECTORY FOR TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS How to use the Directory: Look under major subject headings and then under grade levels to find appropriate programming. Remember to look under “Adaptable to grade” for additional K-12 programs.

1. Contact the organization directly to schedule a program with possible dates and number of students.

2. Neither the SCFD nor SCC are responsible for errors. Copyright 2015 and 2016.

Questions about the Directory (not individual programs or bookings): SCC Coordinator, Charlotte D’Armond Talbert, 303-519-7772, SCCollaborative@comcast.net Photos on the cover provided by (clockwise from top left) Denver Art Museum (photo by Christina Jackson), WOW! Children’s Museum (photo

by Daniel Hirsh/West End Photography) and Colorado Mountain Club (photo by Melanie Leggett).

INDEX GRADE LEVEL: All = Adaptable to Grade L = Lower Elementary U = Upper Elementary

M = Middle School H = High School PD = Professional Development for Adults

SUBJECT: LA=Language Arts, Humanities and Foreign Language Arts=Performing and Visual Arts SM=Science, Math and Nature SS=Social Science, History and World Culture

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A CHILD’S SONG – achildssong.com Music & Movement For All Ages ............................. All ............Arts ......................9

AURORA CULTURAL SERVICES DIVISION, CITY OF – auroragov.org Art, Dance, Music Workshops ................................. U, M .........Arts ....................20 Aurora Dance Arts – auroragov.org Fairy Tales from Around the World .......................... All ............Arts ......................9 Aurora Fox Arts Center – aurorafoxartscenter.org Drama Residencies & Workshops ........................... All ............Arts, LA, SM, SS ....9 Aurora Fox Community Outreach Performances ..... All ............Arts ....................10 Performance Previews ........................................... H, M, PD ...Arts, LA...............24 Aurora History Museum – auroramuseum.org Delaney Farm Historic Site Tour ............................. All ............SS, LA.................41 Coal Creek One-Room School House ..................... L,U,M .......SS ......................44 Homesteading/Industrial Revolution Classroom Presentations ................................... L,U,M .......SS ......................44

ART FROM ASHES – artfromashes.org Creative Expression - Writing, Poetry and Spoken Word .............................................. All, PD ......LA.........................6 ART STUDENTS LEAGUE OF DENVER – asld.org Art Students League of Denver .............................. All ............Arts ......................9 Art Students League of Denver Teen Council .......... H..............Arts ....................24 ARVADA CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES – arvadacenter.org Shakespeare’s Stage ............................................. U,M,H.......LA.........................7 Arts Day................................................................. All ............Arts ......................9 Charlotte’s Web: Children’s Theater Performance ... L,U ...........Arts ....................15 Junie B. Jones: Children’s Musical Theater............. L,U ...........Arts ....................16 Museum and Pioneer Arts Days OR Cultural Arts Days ........................................ All ............SS ......................41 Songs and Tales from Colorado Trails ..................... L,U ...........SS ......................43 Kusogea Nobi Drum Ensemble ............................... L,M,U .......SS ......................43 AUDUBON SOCIETY OF GREATER DENVER – denveraudubon.org Bird Banding: Scientists in Action ........................... All ............SM .....................27 Beaver Habitat Investigation .................................. All ............SM .....................27 Night Ninjas: Owls.................................................. All ............SM .....................27

BIRD CONSERVANCY OF THE ROCKIES – birdconservancy.org Custom Environmental & Career Programs............. All ............SM, LA, Arts, SS ..28 Barr Lake Bird Watch ............................................. All ............SM .....................28 Barr Lake Banding Station ..................................... All ............SM, LA ................28 Birds, Biology and Outdoor Exploration................... All ............SM .....................28 1/2 Day Bird Festival at Your School ....................... All ............SM .....................29 Avian Adaptations .................................................. L, U ..........SM .....................32 Beautiful Birds ....................................................... L, U ..........SM, Arts ..............32 Migratory Mapping or Migratory Data .................... U, M .........SM, SS ...............37 BOULDER BALLET – boulderballet.org The Poetry of Motion Theatrical Dance Residency .. L,U ...........Arts ....................16 Steps in Time: A History of Ballet............................ U, L ..........Arts ....................20 BOULDER HISTORY MUSEUM – boulderhistory.org History Detectives .................................................. L,U ...........SS ......................44 Native American Programs: The Buffalo, The Trading Game, Plains Indians Trunk............. U ..............SS ......................45 Faces of the Sand Creek Massacre ........................ M,H ..........SS ......................45

L=Lower Elem. (PreK-2); U=Upper Elem. (3-6); M=Middle School (7-8); H=High School (9-12); PD=Professional Development (Adult)

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BOULDER PHILHARMONIC – boulderphil.org Boulder Philharmonic Discovery Concert ................ U ..............Arts ....................21

COLORADO CHAUTAUQUA ASSOCIATION – chautauqua.com Guided Tour of Colorado Chautauqua National Historic Landmark ............................................. M, H .........SS, Arts...............45

BUTTERFLY PAVILION – butterflies.org Class plus Self-guided Exhibit Exploration .............. All ............SM .....................29 Bug Safari.............................................................. All ............SM .....................29 Miss Muffet ........................................................... L ..............SM, LA ................33 Flutterby ................................................................ L, U ..........SM, LA ................33 Radical Rainforests Assembly Program .................. U, M .........SM .....................37 Bug Bites ............................................................... U, M .........SM .....................37 Metamorphosis Moves ........................................... L ..............SM, Arts ..............34 Teacher Workshops/Resources .............................. PD............SM .....................40 CENTRAL CITY OPERA – centralcityopera.org Opera Alive! Teaching Artists .................................. All ............Arts ....................10 Music! Words! Opera! Residency ............................ All ............Arts, LA, SS.........10 Mozart & Co........................................................... L, U ..........Arts, LA...............16 The Great Opera Mix-up......................................... L, U ..........Arts, LA...............16 Eureka Street ......................................................... L, U ..........Arts ....................17 How the West was Sung ........................................ U, M .........Arts, LA, SS.........21 En Mis Palabras (In My Own Words): Bilingual Opera ................................................. M, H .........Arts, LA, SS.........22 Music! Words! Opera! Workshop for Educators ....... PD............Arts, LA, SS.........26 CHERRY CREEK ARTS FESTIVAL – cherryarts.org Mobile Art Gallery .................................................. All ............Arts, LA...............10 Janus Student Art Buying Program......................... M, All........Arts ....................22 3-D Digital Photography Workshop......................... M, H .........Arts, SM..............22 CHICANO HUMANITIES AND ARTS COUNCIL – chacweb.org Celebrate Latino Culture ........................................ All ............PA, SS.................10 CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF DENVER – mychildsmuseum.org The Gingerbread Man ............................................ L ..............Arts ....................17 Earth Balloon ......................................................... L ..............SM .....................33 Circle of Life .......................................................... L ..............SM .....................33 Star Lab................................................................. L ..............SM .....................33 Stuffee™ .............................................................. L ..............SM .....................33 Molar Expedition .................................................... L ..............SM .....................33 Kinetic Engineers ................................................... L ..............SM .....................33 World Dance and Drumming .................................. L ..............SS ......................44 CLYFFORD STILL MUSEUM – clyffordstillmuseum.org inStill Gallery Experiences for Schools.................... H, U, M .....Arts, LA, SS.........25 COLORADO BALLET – coloradoballet.com Words in Motion..................................................... All ............LA.........................6 Student Matinees................................................... All ............Arts ....................11 Day of Dance ......................................................... All ............Arts ....................11 School Show: From the Page to the Stage .............. All ............Arts, LA...............11 Integrated Workshops - Ask Us! ............................. All ............Arts, LA...............11 Creative Movement ................................................ L, U ..........Arts, LA...............17 Metamorphosis Moves ........................................... L ..............SM, Arts ..............34 Balance and Motion ............................................... U, L ..........SM .....................37 COLORADO CHAMBER PLAYERS – coloradochamberplayers.org Shostakovich: Jump Through The Window: Music of Shostakovich Within a Play.................. M, H .........SS, PA.................45

COLORADO CHILDREN’S CHORALE – childrenschorale.org In-School Choral Workshops/Master Class ............. All, PD ......Arts ....................11 Kids Performing for Kids ........................................ L, U ..........Arts ....................17 Kids Reaching and Teaching Kids ........................... L, U ..........Arts ....................17 School Partnerships ............................................... L, U, M .....Arts ....................18 COLORADO MOUNTAIN CLUB – cmc.org/yep Navigation: Map, Compass and GPS....................... All ............SM .....................29 Slacklining: Balance and Movement ....................... All ............SM .....................29 Science of Climbing ............................................... All ............SM .....................29 Bouldering Bus ...................................................... All ............SM .....................29 Tomorrow’s Mountains: Climate, Culture and Conservation in High Places .............................. U, M, H .....SM, SS ...............37 Colorado’s Geology- Mountains to Mesas .............. U, M, H .....SM .....................37 Mountain Safety..................................................... U ..............SM .....................37 Colorado Weather: From the Mountains to the Plains ...................................................... U ..............SM .....................38 COLORADO MUSIC FESTIVAL AND CENTER FOR MUSICAL ARTS – COmusic.org Eurhythmics: Music From the Inside Out ................ All ............Arts ....................12 Music Teaching Artist Outreach .............................. All ............Arts ....................12 Musical Instrument Bank ....................................... All ............Arts ....................12 Meet the Instruments ............................................. All ............Arts ....................12 Music Therapy Groups ........................................... All ............Arts ....................12 COLORADO RAILROAD MUSEUM – coloradorailroadmuseum.org Colorado Railroad History ....................................... All ............SS ......................41 Artifact Trunk: Colorado Railroads–1869 to Present ......................................................... All ............SS ......................41 COLORADO SYMPHONY – coloradosymphony.org Master Mentors – Work With Symphony Teaching Artists................................................. All ............Arts ....................12 Once Upon A Time - Storytelling With Music ........... L, U ..........Arts, LA...............18 Petite Musique – Music and Movement With Orchestra .......................................................... L ..............Arts, LA...............18 Colorado Symphony Kids: Colorful Colorado Symphony - Illustrating with Sound ................... U, M .........Arts ....................21 Colorado Symphony Kids: Drums of the World ........ U, M .........Arts, SS ..............21 Colorado Symphony Kids: Open Rehearsals ........... M, H .........Arts ....................23 Music of Life - Integrated Life Science and Music Program .......................................... U,L ...........SM, Arts ..............38 Mathnotes – Integrated Math and Music Program .. U, L ..........SM, Arts ..............38 DENVER ART MUSEUM – denverartmuseum.org Artful Literacy ........................................................ U ..............LA, Arts .................7 Distance Learning Classes ..................................... All ............Arts ....................12 Imagination Games & Skills .................................. L ..............Arts, LA, SS, SM ..18 NEW: Pre-K Creative Explorers .............................. PreK .........Arts ....................18 Denver Art Museum Exhibition Tours: 2015-2016 ... U, M, H .....Arts, LA, SS, SM ..21 Perception Games & Skills ..................................... U ..............Arts, LA, SS, SM ..22 Denver Art Museum Highlights ............................... M, H .........Arts, SS, SM........23 Art & Culture Tours................................................. All ............SS, LA, Arts ........42

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INDEX ORGANIZATION TITLE ................................................................ GRADE.....SUBJECT....... PAGE DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS – botanicgardens.org Science Labs ......................................................... All ............SM .....................30 Cultivation Cruiser ................................................. All ............SM .....................30 Guided Garden Field Trips in Spring and Fall........... L, U, M .....SM .....................34 Journey to the Rainforest ....................................... L, U ..........SM .....................34 Garden Discovery Days .......................................... L ..............SM .....................34 Chatfield Field Trips................................................ L, U ..........SM .....................34 Art and Nature Guided Program ............................. L, U ..........SM .....................34 Ecosystems of Chatfield ......................................... U ..............SM .....................38 DENVER CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS – denvercenter.org Dramatic Learning™: Language Arts ..................... All ............LA.........................6 Dramatic Learning™: Master Classes in Theatre ........................................................ All ............Arts ....................13 Student Matinees................................................... M, H .........Arts, LA...............23 Career Exploration Days ......................................... M, H .........Arts ....................23 Shakespeare in the Parking Lot ............................. H..............Arts ....................25 Theatre Arts Integration for Teachers...................... PD............Arts, SS, LA, SM ..26 Dramatic Learning™: Science, Math and Nature ... All ............SM .....................30 Dramatic Learning™: Social Science and History .. All ............SS ......................42 DENVER FILM SOCIETY – denverfilm.com Sie Film Center ...................................................... M, H .........Arts, LA...............23 Connect Film to Your Classroom ............................. M, U, H .....Arts, LA...............24 Young Filmmakers Workshop ................................. H..............Arts ....................25 DENVER FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUM – denverfirefightersmuseum.org Fire Safety Outreach .............................................. All ............SM .....................30 DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE – dmns.org/teachers Museum Admission ............................................... All ............SM .....................30 The Power of Poison .............................................. All ............SM .....................30 The International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes .... All ............SM .....................30 Field Trip Adventures .............................................. L, U, M .....SM .....................35 Classes/Labs/Assemblies....................................... U, M .........SM .....................38 Scientists in Action ................................................ U, M .........SM .....................38 Virtual Classes ....................................................... U, M .........SM .....................38 Teacher Programs.................................................. PD............SM .....................40 DENVER ZOO – denverzoo.org New – Field Trip with Zoo Ed Trek .......................... All ............SM .....................31 Assembly: Denver Zoo ........................................... All ............SM .....................31 Zoo Class: Denver Zoo ........................................... All ............SM .....................31 Bunk with the Beasts Zoo Overnight ...................... All ............SM .....................31 Field Trip with Guided Tour ..................................... All ............SM .....................31 At Your Location with Zoo Service Learning Programs............................................ U, H..........SM .....................38 Field Trip with Career Workshop ............................. M, H .........SM .....................40 Zoo Science Labs: “Poop to Power! Gasification at Denver Zoo” .................................................. M, H .........SM .....................40 DINOSAUR RIDGE – dinoridge.org Outdoor Tour of Four Dinosaur Sites on Dinosaur Ridge (the Hogback) ...................... All ............SM .....................31 ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING FOR KIDS – elkkids.org Just Keep Swimming ............................................. U, M, H .....SM .....................39

ORGANIZATION TITLE ................................................................ GRADE.....SUBJECT....... PAGE eTOWN – etown.org eTown: Live National Radio Program ...................... H, PD........Arts, SS ..............25 Handmade Song Series, High School Original Song Writing Contest ......................................... H..............Arts ....................25 FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC - friendsofchambermusic.com “Can you Hear the Difference”: The Science of Music ............................................................ L, U ..........Arts ....................19 GOLDEN HISTORY MUSEUMS – goldenhistory.org Building Colorado................................................... U ..............SS ......................45 THE HUDSON GARDENS & EVENT CENTER – hudsongardens.org The Buzz About Bees ............................................. All ............SM .....................31 Let’s Get Growing! ................................................. L, U ..........SM .....................35 Frog Hunt............................................................... L, U ..........SM .....................35 Making Sense ........................................................ L ..............SM .....................35 Woodland Wonders ................................................ L, U ..........SM .....................35 Leaf Lookout.......................................................... L, U ..........SM .....................35 Secret Spaces ....................................................... L, U ..........SM .....................36 Nature Hunt ........................................................... L, U ..........SM .....................36 LAKEWOOD HERITAGE, CULTURE AND THE ARTS, CITY OF – lakewood.org Arts Outreach Experience....................................... All ............Arts, LA...............13 Red Riding Hood, The Musical Fairy Tale ............... L ..............Arts ,LA, SS ........19 Agriculture Museum Tour ....................................... All ............SS, SM, LA ..........42 Commercial Growth Museum Tour ......................... All ............SS, SM, LA ..........42 Community Culture in the Home Museum Tour .................................................... All ............SS ......................42 Historical Decade Trunks........................................ All ............SS ......................42 Heritage Days ........................................................ L, U ..........SS ......................44 LIGHTHOUSE WRITERS WORKSHOP – lighthousewriters.org Lighthouse Young Writers Program Creative Writing Workshops ............................... M, U, H, PD.LA.........................8 LITTLETON TOWN HALL ARTS CENTER – townhallartscenter.org Participation Plays and Acting Workshops .............. All ............Arts ....................13 LONE TREE ARTS CENTER – lonetreeartscenter.org/schools Reading! And Other Superpowers Theater Performance......................................... L ..............LA.........................7 Lightning Thief – Theater Performance................... U ..............LA.........................8 Cyrano – Theater Performance............................... M, H .........LA.........................8 Doktor Kaboom Live Wire: The Electricity Show .......................... L, U ..........SM .....................36 National Geographic Live Exploring the Red Planet ................................... M, H .........SM .....................40 National Geographic Live Passion 8000: Dream of a Lifetime .................... M, H .........SM .....................40 Yesterado – Theater Performance .......................... L, U ..........SS, Arts...............44 MACC AT THE ROBERT E. LOUP JCC – maccjcc.org Devising Character: Playwriting ............................. All ............LA, Arts .................7 Out Loud: Poetry and Performance ........................ All ............LA.........................7 No Joke: The Spirit of American Comic Books ........ All ............Arts, LA...............13 Theatre Workshops and Residencies ...................... All ............Arts ....................13 Art Dog: The Denver Children’s Theatre .................. L, U ..........Arts ....................19 Polygon Patterns .................................................... U, L ..........SM, Arts ..............39 So Solid ................................................................. M .............SM, Arts ..............40

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MCA DENVER (MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART DENVER) – mcadenver.org Art Fitness Training Tour ......................................... All, PD ......Arts ....................13 MCA Denver’s Teen Program: Failure Lab ............... H..............Arts, LA...............26 Teen Drop-In Night................................................. H..............Arts ....................26

REDLINE CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER – redlineart.org Epic Arts ................................................................ All ............Arts ....................14

MIZEL MUSEUM – mizelmuseum.org THE CELL – thecell.org Stories Rock! Hearing, Telling and Writing About Cultural Identity ....................................... All ............LA.........................7 Musical Globetrotters: Music from Around the World .............................................. All ............Arts ....................13 4,000 Year Road Trip: Gathering Sparks: ................ All, PD ......SS ......................42 Bridges of Cultural Understanding .......................... All, PD ......SS, LA.................42 Holocaust Awareness Education............................. M, H, PD ...SS ......................46 At the Table with Dr. King ....................................... M, H, PD ...SS ......................46 Finding Freedom: A New Life In America ................ M, H .........SS ......................46 Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (Cell)...... M, H, All ...SS ......................46 MOLLY BROWN HOUSE MUSEUM – mollybrown.org Interactive Museum Tours and Classroom Programs .......................................................... All ............SS ......................43 OPERA COLORADO – operacolorado.org Backstage Workshops............................................ All ............Arts ....................13 Opera in a Trunk .................................................... All ............Arts, LA, SS.........14 Opera on Tour – Humperdinck’s Hansel & Gretel .... All ............Arts, LA, SS.........14 Student Matinee – Laitman’s The Scarlet Letter .... U, M, H .....Arts ....................22 Student Dress Rehearsals ...................................... M, H .........Arts ....................24 Arias and Ensembles ............................................. M, H, PD ...Arts, LA, SS.........24 Generation OC ....................................................... M, H, PD ...Arts ....................24 Opera on Tour – Bizet’s Carmen ............................. M, H .........Arts ....................24 PARKER ARTS CULTURE AND EVENTS CENTER (PACE) – parkerarts.org/schools Mary Poppins: Children’s Musical Theater Performance......................................... All ............Arts ....................14 Cat In the Hat: Children’s Theater Performances..... L, U ..........Arts ....................19 Fly Guy and Other Stories: Children’s Theater Performance......................................... L, U ..........Arts ....................20 Stuart Little: Children’s Theater Performance ......... L, U ..........Arts ....................20 Working Group Theater’s Production of Out of Bounds: Anti-Bullying Program ............... PD............Arts, SS ..............26 Teach the Teachers – Robotics Team Development .................................................... PD............SM .....................39 Golden Dragon Acrobats: World Cultural Performance ........................................ All ............SS ......................43 Working Group Theater’s Production of Out of Bounds: Anti-Bullying Program ................ M, H, PD ...SS, Arts...............46

ROCKY MOUNTAIN QUILT MUSEUM – rmqm.org Historical Quilt Trunk Shows................................... U, M, H .....SS, Arts...............45 SWALLOW HILL MUSIC– swallowhillmusic.org The Blues: A True American Art .............................. All ............Arts, SS ..............14 The American Vernacular: The Art of Jazz and Tap ..................................................... All ............Arts, SS ..............14 Irish Music & Dance ............................................... L, All.........Arts, SS ..............15 Bluegrass and Beyond ........................................... U ..............Arts ....................15 Sing Along, Move Along.......................................... L ..............Arts ....................20 Rhythm: A Multicultural Music Experience and More! ......................................................... All ............SS, Arts...............43 Sound Ideas From Around The World ...................... All ............SS, Arts...............43 Colorado History Through Music............................. L, U ..........SS, Arts...............44 TESORO CULTURAL CENTER – tesoroculturalcenter.org Tesoro Cultural Center Tour .................................... All ............SS ......................43 THINK 360 ARTS FOR LEARNING – think360arts.org Artist Residencies and Performances ..................... All, PD ......Arts ....................15 THORNE NATURE EXPERIENCE – thornenature.org Hands on Fun in Nature for Kids............................. All ............SM .....................32 VINTAGE THEATRE – vintagetheatre.com 21st Century Skill Workshops/Vintage Theatre Youth Program ...................................... All ............Arts ....................15 WINGS OVER THE ROCKIES AIR & SPACE MUSEUM – wingsmuseum.org Self-Guided Museum Tour...................................... All ............SM, SS ...............32 Aviation Exploration ............................................... All ............SM .....................32 Speakers Bureau ................................................... All ............SM .....................32 Flight Engineer....................................................... L, U ..........SM .....................36 Flight Adventure..................................................... U, M, H .....SM .....................39 Science with Wings................................................ U, M, H .....SM .....................39 Wings Over the Rockies Teacher Flight Program..... PD............SM .....................40 Wings Aerospace Science Program ........................ PD............SM .....................40 WOW! CHILDREN’S MUSEUM – wowchildrensmuseum.org Romping Stomping Dinosaurs ................................ L ..............SM .....................36

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LANGUAGE ARTS, HUMANITIES AND FOREIGN LANGUAGE ADAPTABLE TO GRADE CREATIVE EXPRESSION - WRITING, 32(75< $1' 632.(1 :25' 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade, PD Art from Ashes empowers participants by providing creative programs that facilitate health and hope through expression, connection and transformation. Our award winning curricula catalyze personal growth through poetic, visual and performance arts HQFRXUDJLQJ VHOI FRQÀGHQFH DQG SRVLWLYH choices, resulting in measurable increases in academic success, artistic engagement, and community integration. Complete introductory curriculum consists of 8, two-hour workshops for up to 20 youth; program is scalable to account for class size, duration and learning objectives.

Base cost: $325 per two hour workshop Availability: year-round Art from Ashes artfromashes.org 303-837-1150 Ashley Cornelius programs@artfromashes.org

:25'6 ,1 027,21 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Students strengthen their knowledge of vocabulary words and sentence writing in this movement driven lesson. Students will H[SORUH HPERGLPHQWV DQG GHÀQLWLRQV RI words and create dances based on their understanding of sentence writing.

Cost: $100 Availability: Inquire &RORUDGR %DOOHW coloradoballet.com 303-339-1619 samantha.hyde@coloradoballet.org

'5$0$7,& /($51,1* LANGUAGE ARTS 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade These workshops are designed to either introduce or supplement your lesson using interactive theatre exercises to address multiple learning styles. Past language arts workshops include: Understanding Shakespeare, Writing and Performing Poetry, Playwriting, Personal Narratives, Grammar Games and more.

Cost: $75 per class Availability: Sep-May 'HQYHU &HQWHU IRU WKH Performing Arts denvercenter.org 303-893-6006 dsaphier@dcpa.org

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LANGUAGE ARTS, HUMANITIES AND FOREIGN LANGUAGE '(9,6,1* &+$5$&7(5 3/$<:5,7,1* 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade A professional playwright guides students through character creation by facilitating collaborative theatre activities and writing H[HUFLVHV 6WXGHQWV ZLOO Ă H[ WKHLU FUHDWLYLW\ UHĂ HFW DQG GHYHORS FULWLFDO WKLQNLQJ VNLOOV Interested participants who go on to complete a 10 minute play can submit their writing to the National Young Playwrights for Change FRPSHWLWLRQ 3URJUDP WLPH LV Ă H[LEOH minutes or 2 hours.

Cost: $5/person (minimum fee/$100) Availability: Year-round 0$&& DW WKH 5REHUW ( /RXS -&& maccjcc.org 303-316-6360 bcoplan@jccdenver.org 287 /28' 32(75< $1' 3(5)250$1&( 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Encourage your students to explore the power of words and their own voice! Students create collaborative poetry, then experience vocal and physical theatre exercises. This ZRUNVKRS EXLOGV FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQFH LQ SUHVHQWDWLRQ skills whether performing poetry, reading aloud, or presenting projects.

Cost: $5/person (minimum fee/$100) Availability: Year-round 0$&& DW WKH 5REHUW ( /RXS -&& maccjcc.org 303-316-6360 bcoplan@jccdenver.org STORIES ROCK! HEARING, TELLING $1' :5,7,1* $%287 &8/785$/ ,'(17,7< 2Q FDPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Understanding and appreciating other cultures has long been achieved through powerful storytelling. Stories enable students to explore diverse cultures, experiences, and meaningful relationships. For this program, a professional storyteller will introduce students to the art of storytelling, including narrative structure and poetic expression. Then, students will apply what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve learned in fun, interactive exercises.

Costs: Classroom (up to 40 students) $10/ student; Assembly (over 40 students) $250 plus $1/student. Scholarships available Availability: Year â&#x20AC;&#x201C;round 0L]HO 0XVHXP mizelmuseum.org 303-749-5016 pnisson@mizelmuseum.org

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UPPER ELEMENTARY SHAKESPEAREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S STAGE )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: U, M, H â&#x20AC;&#x153;All the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a stage!â&#x20AC;? Participants explore Shakespeareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world in this acting workshop that combines literature with performing arts. Fun tongue twisters from Hamlet, fairy scenes from A Midsummerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dream, and acting games give participants a brief look at this famous playwright. Discover creative Shakespearean phrases and ease the understanding of Shakespeareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dialogue through a trivia game and original comedic radio play based on six of Shakespeareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s works.

Cost: $255 in house and outreach Availability: Outreach Year-round/Daily inhouse programs run 9am-4pm, Mon-Fri $UYDGD &HQWHU IRU WKH $UWV DQG +XPDQLWLHV arvadacenter.org 720-898-7240 amachacek@arvadacenter.org

LOWER ELEMENTARY 5($',1* $1' 27+(5 683(532:(56 7+($75( 3(5)250$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L This bilingual (Spanish/English) story follows Nicolas, a young superhero in search of his inner strength. Along the way, he gets help from a colorful and hilarious collection of superheroes. Will Nicolas hone his superpower in time to defeat his nemesis, the dreaded Captain Cliffnote?

Cost: $5/student (up to 10 chaperones free) Availability: Oct 27, 2015 Lone Tree Arts Center LoneTreeArtsCenter.org/schools 720-509-1000 $VKOH\ YDQGHUZHJ#FLW\RĂ RQHWUHH FRP

ARTFUL LITERACY )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U This interactive tour encourages students to practice language arts skills and explore art from around the world. Students practice oral language and descriptive writing while honing observation skills, building their vocabulary to use precise and sensory language.

Addresses 21st Century Skills and 2009 CO Academic Standards. Optional 45-minute artmaking is also available.

Cost: FREE for students and adult chaperones; one chaperone for every 10 students. Divide class into groups of 10.

Bus transportation funding assistance available for designated Title I schools to cover up to 50% of total costs.

Availability: Tues-Fri at 9:45 & 11am starting Sep 22, 2015.

Field trip reservations must be booked at least three weeks in advance. To reserve, call 720-913-0088 or email groupsales@ denverartmuseum.org.

'HQYHU $UW 0XVHXP creativity.denverartmuseum.org/schooltours/

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LANGUAGE ARTS, HUMANITIES AND FOREIGN LANGUAGE LIGHTNING THIEF â&#x20AC;&#x201C; THEATRE 3(5)250$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U Adapted from the book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan, this tale follows Percy Jackson as he tries to prove his innocence to gods and monsters alike. After being accused of stealing Zeusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s master lightning bolt, he has 10 days to retrieve the property and bring peace to the warring Mount Olympus. Full of riddles, battles, treachery and bravery, this adventure will have young and old hanging on the edge of their seats!

Cost: $10/student (up to 10 chaperones free) Availability: Feb 4, 2016 Lone Tree Arts Center LoneTreeArtsCenter.org/schools 720-509-1000 $VKOH\ YDQGHUZHJ#FLW\RĂ RQHWUHH FRP

MIDDLE SCHOOL LIGHTHOUSE YOUNG WRITERS 352*5$0 &5($7,9( :5,7,1* WORKSHOPS )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: M, H, PD Our creative writing workshops in poetry, Ă&#x20AC;FWLRQ DQG QRQĂ&#x20AC;FWLRQ DUH OHG E\ ZRUNLQJ published writers with a passion for sharing their craft. Instruction is intended to foster creativity, self-expression and excitement about writing, and to celebrate the strengths of individual writers. Because we know that much of your curriculum is already in place, we can customize 8-week workshops, hourORQJ SUHVHQWDWLRQV RU Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULSV GHSHQGLQJ RQ the needs of your students.

Cost: Email Roxanne@lighthousewriters. org to discuss pricing on an individual basis.

Availability: Sep through May, during school hours and some after-school hours /LJKWKRXVH :ULWHUV :RUNVKRS lighthousewriters.org 303-297-1185 roxanne@lighthousewriters.org

&<5$12 7+($75( 3(5)250$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H Rich with swashbuckling swordplay and witty wordplay, this irresistible story of romance, passion, and panache has been adored by audiences for centuries. The timeless tale of Cyrano de Bergerac, the warrior-poet with the protuberant proboscis, gets a modern, intimate, and thoroughly charming makeover, as he vies for the love of Roxane against the handsome yet bumble-tongued Christian. Love, laughter, and longing abound in this heroic comedy.

Cost: $10/student (up to 10 chaperones free) Availability: April 28, 2016 Lone Tree Arts Center LoneTreeArtsCenter.org/schools 720-509-1000 $VKOH\ YDQGHUZHJ#FLW\RĂ RQHWUHH FRP

Voters will be asked to renew the SCFD in 2016 to continue bringing arts, culture and science for all ages!

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Look for a special SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES listing of professional development for teachers and camps/class for kids. Available in February at sccollaborative.org!

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PERFORMING ARTS AND VISUAL ARTS ADAPTABLE TO GRADE 086,& 029(0(17 )25 $// $*(6 5HVRXUFH 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade A Childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Song and THE Studio provides music and movement education in group or private lessons in order to fully develop the brain in fun ways. Classes include Kindermusik, AussieROO Gym, Dance, Art as well as instrumental lessons in piano, strings, winds, guitar/bass, voice, & drums. Ages birth to adult. Adaptable to grade Cost: Call 303-460-7408 or visit website for pricing Availability: Year-round. Length of program varies according to program $ &KLOGŇ&#x2039;V 6RQJ DQG 7KH 6WXGLR achildssong.com 303-460-7408 info@achildssong.com $57 678'(176 /($*8( 2) '(19(5 )LHOG WULS Grade: Adaptable to grade Integrate the visual arts into your curriculum with a gallery tour of ASLD, an inclusive and inspiring art community. Visit our gallery to enrich your studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s learning experiences through art. Contact: Robin Whatley, Gallery Manager Cost: FREE for self-guided gallery visit or a small fee may be charged for more customized programs Availability: Year-round $UW 6WXGHQWV /HDJXH RI 'HQYHU 200 Grant Street www.asld.org 303-778-6990 x1000 r.whatley@asld.org

$576 '$< )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade ARTS DAY! Integrate the arts into your curriculum with workshops taught by professional artists! Focused, standardsbased workshops are available in music, dance, visual arts, humanities and performing arts. Arts Days can include childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theater production, and workshop(s) and a gallery or museum tour. Outreaches are customized and scheduled based on groupsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs.

For complete program listing & descriptions visit arvadacenter.org/education/arts-day.

Discounts are available for Title 1 schools.

Cost: Student prices range from $9 to $12 Adult prices range from $9 to $12, Discounts for Title I. Assembly prices range from $250 to $500 Availability: Outreach Year-round/Daily, Inhouse programs run 10am-4pm, Mon-Fri $UYDGD &HQWHU IRU WKH $UWV DQG +XPDQLWLHV arvadacenter.org 720-898-7240 amachacek@arvadacenter.org

)$,5<7$/(6 )520 $5281' 7+( :25/' )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Join Aurora Dance Arts for a show that will expand your studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; imaginations, Fairy Tales From Around the World. This performance explores a variety of fairy and folk tales from China, Australia, Africa, Russia, Denmark & the United States retold through dance. All of the stories are family friendly, teach important lessons, and explore storytelling through dance. Teaching guides are provided.

Cost: $4/student (pre-schools), $6/student PK-12, 1 free chaperone per 10 students $4 additional chaperones Availability: Nov 4 & 5, 9:30am and 12N Field Trip to a The Aurora Fox Arts Center $XURUD &XOWXUDO 6HUYLFHV 'LYLVLRQ ² $XURUD 'DQFH $UWV auroragov.org/dance 303-326-8308 mjchapma@auroragov.org '5$0$ 5(6,'(1&,(6 :25.6+236 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade, PD Standard & custom designed workshops; Native American & African Folk Tales, Story Telling, Greek Mythology, Creative Dramatics, Shakespeare, Improvisation, Readerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theatre, Self Esteem, Creative Thinking & Problem Solving, Poetry, Communication, Stage Combat, Dialects, Public Speaking, Reading for Fluency, Writing & Adapting Plays.

Cost: varies, call for details Availability: Year-round $XURUD )R[ $UWV &HQWHU aurorafoxartscenter.org 303-739-6520 lmumpton@auroragov.org

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS $8525$ )2; &20081,7< 2875($&+ 3(5)250$1&(6 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Interactive school assembly or classroom performances include; African, AfricanAmerican and Native-American Story Tellers, Shakespeare’s Fools and Shakespeare’s Scoundrels, Stone Soup, The Three Wishes, A Cowboy’s Tail, The Princess and the Pea… nut and the Native American tale, The Four Wishes, told with puppets and masks.

Cost: Performances, Varies, Call for details.

Availability: Year-round $XURUD )R[ $UWV &HQWHU aurorafoxartscenter.org 303-739-6520 lmumpton@auroragov.org OPERA ALIVE! TEACHING ARTISTS 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade, PD Call on Central City Opera’s Teaching Artists to help augment your curriculum. Students JDLQ FRQÀGHQFH DQG WHFKQLTXH LQ ZRUNVKRSV or master classes in singing, instrumental music, composition, stagecraft, movement or any other related activity. Master classes can include a short performance by artists followed by individual or group coaching.

Other workshops include Cooking & Math (led by a CCO orchestra musician/chef) and Science & Singing (led by a Doctor of Voice Performance).

Cost: Varies according to program Availability: Year-round, region-wide Length: varies according to program Central City Opera centralcityopera.org 303-331-7026 education@centralcityopera.org 086,& :25'6 23(5$ 5(6,'(1&< 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Nothing jump-starts kids’ creative juices like the opportunity to write and perform their own musical story. The process of researching/ scripting a story and writing/composing lyrics and music develops problem-solving and team skills while providing practical applications of core disciplines like math, reading/writing, history and geography.

Experienced teaching artists are available to assist in applying methods from Opera America’s Music! Words! Opera! curriculum.

Cost: Varies. Call for details.

Availability: Year-round, region-wide Central City Opera centralcityopera.org 303-331-7026 education@centralcityopera.org

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02%,/( $57 *$//(5< 2Q &DPSXV ([KLELW Grades: Adaptable to grade A traveling gallery of original works of art in a self contained exhibit for the whole school to enjoy. The collection is very hands-on for students with set-up, take down, docent training and a program guide of educational tools to use with the exhibit. Exhibit oncampus for two weeks.

Cost: Grant funding available, please go to: CherryArts.org/MAGgrant Availability: Sep-April Cherry Creek Arts Festival cherryarts.org 303-355-2787 visualarts@cherryarts.org

&(/(%5$7( /$7,12 &8/785( )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Vibrant and creative art workshops which celebrate Latino culture for students pre k- adult. Choose from a variety of programs such as Mexican sugar skull decorating, God’s Eye weavings, Painting on amate paper, Juego de Loteria-Mexican bingo, Aztec and Mayan masks and more. Workshops and tours at our Santa Fe Drive location or on your campus.

Cost $5 per student $60 minimum for 10 students or less.

Availability Year-round &KLFDQR +XPDQLWLHV DQG $UWV &RXQFLO CHAC Gallery and Cultural Center 303 571-0440 education@chacweb.org chacweb.org

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS &2/25$'2 &+,/'5(1ҋ6 CHORALE

,17(*5$7(' :25.6+236 $6. 86 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade We are open to and excited about developing GDQFH LQWHJUDWHG ZRUNVKRSV WKDW ÀW ZLWK your curriculum. Movement can be utilized in several core subject areas to better understand or explore a concept. Current integrated workshops include: Social Dances of Yesterday & Today; Moon Phases Moving; World Dances: West African, Hula & Bollywood; and Hip-hop Technique and History. Please feel free to ask us about a subject you’re interested in bringing movement to!

Cost: $100-200 Availability: Inquire &RORUDGR %DOOHW coloradoballet.com 303-339-1619 samantha.hyde@coloradoballet.org

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678'(17 0$7,1((6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade, See below Student matinees provide an authentic experience for your students to see the artistry of professional dancers at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House at the DPAC. La Sylphide (all grades, Oct 1, 11am); Alice in Wonderland (all grades, Feb 18, 10:30am).

Study guides available. See details on our website.

Cost: $10/student &RORUDGR %DOOHW coloradoballet.com 303-339-1632 anne.oconnor@coloradoballet.org

6&+22/ 6+2: )520 7+( 3$*( 72 7+( 67$*( 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Studio Company dancers perform excerpts from ballets based on Shakespeare and the Classics. The stories and how they were translated into dance, as well as pointe shoes, males roles in dance, etc. are addressed.

Cost: $300 ($400 two shows) Availability: Inquire &RORUDGR %DOOHW coloradoballet.com 303-339-1632 anne.oconnor@coloradoballet.org

'$< 2) '$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade 'D\ RI 'DQFH LV D ÀHOG WULS DYDLODEOH WR students at all grade levels. Bring up to 150 students to Colorado Ballet’s studios for a rotation of introductory classes in a variety of dance styles and tour Colorado Ballet’s facilities, including the costume shop.

Classes may include: creative movement, ballet, jazz, tap, African, hip hop, modern dance, hula and Bollywood.

Cost: $7/student Availability: Inquire &RORUDGR %DOOHW coloradoballet.com 303-339-1619 samantha.hyde@coloradoballet.org

IN-SCHOOL CHORAL WORKSHOPS/ 0$67(5 &/$66 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade, PD General Music teachers or Choral Directors collaborate with a Children’s Chorale conductor to design a performance workshop or master class for their students.

Topics include all aspects of performance, including singing, dancing, acting and stage movement.

Cost: $150/hour Availability: Fall, Winter, Spring Mon-Thurs during school hours &RORUDGR &KLOGUHQҋV &KRUDOH childrenschorale.org 303.892.5600, ext. 105 crile@childrenschorale.org

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS (85+<7+0,&6 086,& )520 7+( ,16,'( 287 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Founded by Swiss composer & music educator, Emile Jaques-Dalcroze, Eurhythmics is a method of learning/ experiencing music through movement.

Creative exploration of musical concepts, involving improvisation and nurturing imagination. Taught by highly-trained Dalcroze music educators from Center for Musical Arts.

Cost: Varies; negotiable Availability: Year-round &RORUDGR 0XVLF )HVWLYDO DQG &HQWHU IRU 0XVLFDO $UWV COmusic.org 303-665-0599 x100 Brace@COMusic.org 086,& 7($&+,1* $57,67 2875($&+ )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Professional instrumental or vocal musicianteachers from the Center for Musical Arts will come to your school or you can come to us in Lafayette. Available to help band, orchestra, or choral directors by providing clinics or sectional coachings, masterclasses, special theory/history topics, or provide solo or small ensemble performances. We will customize to suit your individual needs.

Cost: Varies; negotiable Availability: Year-round &RORUDGR 0XVLF )HVWLYDO DQG &HQWHU IRU 0XVLFDO $UWV COmusic.org 303-665.0599 x100 Brace@COMusic.org 086,&$/ ,167580(17 %$1.

5HVRXUFH IRU VFKRROV Grades: Adaptable to grade Wind, brass, string, and percussion instrument rentals on a sliding scale as low as $5 a month for students who would otherwise not be able to participate in their schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s instrumental music programs.

Cost: Varies; negotiable Availability: Year-round &RORUDGR 0XVLF )HVWLYDO DQG &HQWHU IRU 0XVLFDO $UWV COmusic.org 303-665.0599 x100 Brace@COMusic.org

0((7 7+( ,167580(176 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Explore wind, brass, percussion, string, and/ or keyboard instruments with CMF&CMA faculty members. Students will see it, hear it, and have the opportunity to play it!

Cost: Varies; negotiable Availability: Year-round &RORUDGR 0XVLF )HVWLYDO DQG &HQWHU IRU 0XVLFDO $UWV COmusic.org 303-665.0599 x102 Brace@COMusic.org 086,& 7+(5$3< *52836 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Our professional music therapists will EXLOG JURXS FXUULFXOXP GHVLJQHG WR Ă&#x20AC;W your studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs. Our therapists have experience with almost any population but specialize in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Seniors, and At-Risk Youth.

Cost: Varies; negotiable Availability: Year-round &RORUDGR 0XVLF )HVWLYDO DQG &HQWHU IRU 0XVLFDO $UWV COmusic.org 303-665.0599 x100 Brace@COMusic.org

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0$67(5 0(17256 Âł :25. :,7+ 6<03+21< 7($&+,1* $57,676 In-Class Grade Adaptable to grade +LJKO\ Ă H[LEOH SURJUDP VXSSRUWLQJ PXVLF students of any grade. Could include: coaching for band/orchestra students, career path advice for students, general music ZRUNVKRSV WKDW VXSSRUW VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F XQLWV RI study such as music of the Renaissance, FRPSRVLWLRQ LPSURYLVDWLRQ RU DQRWKHU VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F request that a music teacher may have.

Cost: $100 per 60 minute session per musician Availability: Sep-May &RORUDGR 6\PSKRQ\ coloradosymphony.org Shari Myers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 303-534-0732 smyers@coloradosymphony.org ',67$1&( /($51,1* &/$66(6 5HVRXUFH 'LVWDQFH OHDUQLQJ Grades: Adaptable to grade We can bring the museum to your K-12 classroom! Our interactive distance learning classes will challenge students to think critically, solve problems, and generate new ideas. Classes address 21st Century Skills, 2009 Colorado Academic Standards, and Common Core. â&#x20AC;˘ Collaborate to Create: Artists Solving Problems (K-5th) â&#x20AC;˘ Upcycling: Collaborative Sculpting with Found Objects (4th-8th) â&#x20AC;˘ Project-Based Museum Learning: Art & Social Justice (9th-12th) Cost: $50, limited scholarships available upon request.

Contact Kristina Mahoney at kmahoney@ denverartmuseum.org at least a month in advance to schedule a class.

'HQYHU $UW 0XVHXP creativity.denverartmuseum.org/ distance-learning/

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS '5$0$7,& /($51,1*Â&#x152; 0$67(5 &/$66(6 ,1 7+($75( 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Tailored in-school theatre workshops are led by experienced teaching artists and theatre professionals who address multiple learning styles and require full participation from students and teachers. Past workshops include: Short Form Improvisation, Long Form Improvisation, Character Development, Shakespeare, Clowning, Storytelling, and many more.

Cost: $75 per class Availability: Sep-May 'HQYHU &HQWHU IRU WKH Performing Arts denvercenter.org 303-893-6006 dsaphier@dcpa.org ARTS OUTREACH EXPERIENCE )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Experience fun and engaging workshops, residencies or performances with professional artists. Workshops or UHVLGHQFLHV FDQ EH FXVWRPL]HG WR Ă&#x20AC;W \RXU class needs. We offer topics in painting, mixed media, pottery, weaving, dance, theater and more. Available at Washington Heights Art Center, Lakewood Cultural Center or in your classroom!

Cost Varies, please call for details Availability: Sep-May /DNHZRRG &XOWXUDO &HQWHU lakewood.org 303-987-7877 natren@lakewood.org 3$57,&,3$7,21 3/$<6 $1' ACTING WORKSHOPS )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Participation plays where the students help perform the show. Acting and literature workshops that can be tailored to your class.

Plays include: Snow White, Jack and the Beanstalk, Alice in Wonderland. Workshops: Shakespeare, stage combat, improv, character creation, and more!

Cost: $7/student Availability: Year-round Littleton Town Hall Arts Center townhallartscenter.org 303-794-2787 x 217 smaisel@townhallartscenter.org

12 -2.( 7+( 63,5,7 2) $0(5,&$1 &20,& %22.6 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Explore the art of comic books from superheroes to graphic novels and experience a hands-on workshop led by a professional cartoonist. Best suited for JUDGHV SURJUDP WLPH LV Ă H[LEOH minutes or 2 hours.

Cost: $8/person (minimum fee/$160) Availability: Year-round 0$&& DW WKH 5REHUW ( /RXS -&& maccjcc.org 303-316-6360 bcoplan@jccdenver.org 7+($75( :25.6+236 $1' 5(6,'(1&,(6 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade MACCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theatre Department offers workshops and artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; residencies. Cross curricular residencies can be developed to integrate arts in to math, science, or history.

Workshops can also focus on theatre skills such as Shakespeare, improvisation and storydrama.

Cost: varies/negotiable Availability: Year-round 0$&& DW WKH 5REHUW ( /RXS -&& maccjcc.org 303-316-6360 bcoplan@jccdenver.org ART FITNESS TRAINING TOUR )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade, PD MCA Denver has created a unique, interactive school tour for K-12 students which focuses on careful looking of contemporary art. The Art Fitness Training tour addresses the goals of the 21st century Skills and Readiness Competencies: critical thinking and reasoning, information literacy, collaboration, self-direction, and invention.

The tour is designed to support and reinforce classroom curriculum and addresses skills and competencies students need to be successful in the 21st century workforce.

Cost: $3 per student. Call for scholarship info Availability: Year-round 0&$ 'HQYHU 0XVHXP RI &RQWHPSRUDU\ $UW 'HQYHU

mcadenver.org 720-236-1820 amam@mcadenver.org

086,&$/ */2%(75277(56 086,& )520 $5281' 7+( :25/' 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade With ethnomusicologist, composer, teacher and recording artist Sheldon Sands, students will delight in listening to and analyzing the cross-cultural sounds of music from around the world. Students will actively learn about geography, cultural musical practices, and WKH VLJQLĂ&#x20AC;FDQW UROH WKDW PXVLF SOD\V LQ FRQĂ LFW resolution and repairing the world.

Cost: Classroom (up to 40 students) $10/ student; Assembly (over 40 students) $250 plus $1/student. Scholarships available Availability: Year-round 0L]HO 0XVHXP www.mizelmuseum.org 303-749-5016 pnisson@mizelmuseum.org

%$&.67$*( :25.6+236 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade The Ellie Caulkins Opera House becomes a living classroom as students visit a variety of stations and learn about what it takes to produce opera. Explore the world behind the curtain with hands-on workshops on costuming, makeup, singing, stage combat, conducting and more. Opera Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular educational programs, these workshops sell out quickly!

Cost: $10/Student, $15/Chaperone Availability: Nov 9, 10am-noon; Nov 11, 10am-noon, Nov 12, 10am-noon; May 9, 10am-noon, May 10, 10am-noon, May 11, 10am-noon 2SHUD &RORUDGR operacolorado.org 303.778.0371 education@operacolorado.org

Look for a special SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES listing of professional development for teachers and camps/class for kids.

Available in February at sccollaborative.org!

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS AURORA CULTURAL SERVICES

OPERA IN A TRUNK 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Opera Colorado is offering three Opera in a Trunk programs: Hansel & Gretel, Carmen, and the Opera for Beginners trunk which highlights the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular RSHUDV (DFK WUXQN LV Ă&#x20AC;OOHG ZLWK LQVWUXFWLRQDO materials, costumes, props, and activities that make opera come alive. A study guide supplements learning and prepares students for seeing a performance. The program includes an interactive presentation by an Opera Colorado Teaching Artist.

Cost: $100 Availability: Sep-May, Tues-Fri 2SHUD &RORUDGR operacolorado.org 303.778.0371 education@operacolorado.org

23(5$ 21 7285 ² +803(5',1&.Ň&#x2039;6 +$16(/ $1' *5(7(/ Assembly Grades: Adaptable to grade Follow the trail of breadcrumbs to Opera Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production of the beloved fairytale â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Hansel and Gretel. When they become stranded in the Magic Forest, things look Grimm for Gretel and her brother Hansel. The pair encounters everything from a magical Sandman to a Witch who has quite a sweettooth and really likes kids - well-done that is!

Sung in English and staged traditionally, this enchanting performance is sure to entertain.

Cost: $600 single or $700 for two back-toback performances Availability: Oct-May, Tues- Sat 2SHUD &RORUDGR Operacolorado.org 303-778-0371 education@operacolorado.org 0$5< 3233,16 &+,/'5(1Ň&#x2039;6 086,&$/ 7+($7(5 3(5)250$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade %DVHG RQ WKH SRSXODU :DOW 'LVQH\ Ă&#x20AC;OP Mary Poppins tells the tale of a nanny who magically appears at a household on Cherry Tree Lane in England to care for two spoiled and unruly children, Jane and Michael Banks. Poppins takes her charges on fanciful adventures and she entertains them with irresistible songs such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Spoonful of Sugar,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Feed the Birds,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Step in Time,â&#x20AC;? and ´6XSHUFDOLIUDJLOLVWLFH[SLDOLGRFLRXV Âľ $ VXUHĂ&#x20AC;UH hit with kids, the show is a spectacle that will get toes tapping and make for a great student show.

Cost: $7/student (up to 10 chaperones free) Availability: Jan 22, 10am 3DUNHU $UWV &XOWXUH DQG (YHQWV &HQWHU 3$&(

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EPIC ARTS 5HVRXUFH 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Participate in this opportunity for Denver K-12 students to explore social issues through contemporary art! Each semester, unique collaborations take place between RedLine Resident Artists/community artists, students, and educators, resulting in the creation of bodies of artwork that are conceptual and student-generated. The project culminates in the EPIC Youth Exhibition.

Cost: Free with priority to under-resourced schools Availability: Fall and Spring Semesters 5HG/LQH &RQWHPSRUDU\ $UW &HQWHU redlineart.org rgallite@redlineart.org 303-296-4448 7+( %/8(6 $ 758( $0(5,&$1 $57 )LHOG 7ULS RU $VVHPEO\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Class Description: Students will learn the important role that slaves as well as racial and gender issues played in the development of blues and how they combined the folk music of their African homeland with the musical traditions of North America to create a whole new form. 45-50 minutes in length.

Cost: $400 base plus 10 cents per student.

Financial Assistance may be available Availability: Year-round 6ZDOORZ +LOO 0XVLF swallowhillmusic.org 303-643-5820 chris@swallowhillmusic.org 7+( $0(5,&$1 9(51$&8/$5 7+( $57 2) -$== $1' 7$3 )LHOG 7ULS RU $VVHPEO\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Class Description: This assembly explores the art of jazz music and tap dancing.

Though both forms are a fusion of European and African music and dance, each are considered to be integral and unique to the American experience. Performances will include music, dance and will tell the story of how both art forms evolved and eventually came together in the 1940â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

Cost: $400 base plus 10 cents per student.

Financial Assistance may be available Availability: Year-round 6ZDOORZ +LOO 0XVLF swallowhillmusic.org 303-643-5820 chris@swallowhillmusic.org

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS ,5,6+ 086,& '$1&( )LHOG 7ULS RU $VVHPEO\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Showcasing music, dance & clothing from the Irish tradition, this program will touch on the history of the dance & music and how it has LQĂ XHQFHG WKH FXOWXUH DUW LQ RXU FRXQWU\ 45-50 minutes in length.

Cost: $400 base plus 10 cents per student.

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Availability: Year-round 6ZDOORZ +LOO 0XVLF swallowhillmusic.org 303-643-5820 chris@swallowhillmusic.org %/8(*5$66 $1' %(<21' )LHOG 7ULS RU $VVHPEO\ Grades: Adaptable to grade This assembly will examine the ways in which cultural traditions combine and evolve into something new. During the program, students will be able to experience live performances of folk and bluegrass instruments including harmonica, guitar, mandolin and banjo.

Through musical examples, students will see how Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s melting pot of musical cultures combined together to create the unique musical form that is bluegrass. 45 minutes in length.

Cost: $400 base plus 10 cents per student.

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$57,67 5(6,'(1&,(6 $1' 3(5)250$1&(6 5HVRXUFHV 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade, PD Choose from over 60 professional teaching artists in all disciplines: theatre, music, dance, creative writing, visual arts, cultural arts, and more! Think 360 Arts will help you custom-design an educational performance, workshop, or artist residency to meet your curricular goals. Think 360 artists are trained in arts integration, blending art and core subjects together to engage students and energize the classroom.

Cost: Check website or call for pricing Availability: Year-round Think 360 Arts for Learning think360arts.org 720-904-8890 x102 caitlin@think360arts.org 21ST CENTURY SKILL WORKSHOPS/ 9,17$*( 7+($75( <287+ 352*5$0 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Vintage Theatre Youth Program offers an array of workshops and plays taught and performed by professional artists and educators. All of our programming is focused on the 21st Century Skills set down by the Colorado Dept. of Education. Select from an assortment of presentations or work with our (GXFDWLRQ &RRUGLQDWRU WR FUHDWH D VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F workshop geared to support a particular unit of study. For a complete listing of programs and descriptions visit: vintagetheatre.com/ vintage-youth-program/ Discounts are available for Title 1 Schools Cost: Workshop prices range from $100 to $200 per presentation. Assembly prices range from $150 - $500 per performance Availability: Year-round Vintage Theatre vintagetheatre.org 303-629-9115 pclifton@vintagetheatre.org

LOWER ELEMENTARY &+$5/277(Ň&#x2039;6 :(% &+,/'5(1Ň&#x2039;6 7+($7(5 3(5)250$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Charlotteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Web, a beloved childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic, spins the tale of a clever spider and her pig friend Wilbur. This play brings to life the friendships of Charlotteâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the wise spider, her animals friends, and the young girl Fern.

Using teamwork, the animals come together to save Wilbur and make him â&#x20AC;&#x153;some pigâ&#x20AC;? indeed. Free online study guide available.

Cost: Student & adult chaperone prices range from $4-$9. Teachers are complimentary. For an additional $2 per person add a hands-on, 1-hour workshop and an interactive theater, museum or gallery tour. Limited availability.

Theater Performance runs Oct 15th-Dec 30th 2015 $UYDGD &HQWHU IRU WKH $UWV DQG +XPDQLWLHV arvadacenter.org/education/arts-day 720-898-7245 lstapp@arvadacenter.org

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS -81,( % -21(6 &+,/'5(1Ň&#x2039;6 086,&$/ 7+($7(5 3(5)250$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Wowee, wow-wow! Guess what? Everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s IDYRULWH Ă&#x20AC;UVW JUDGHU -XQH % -RQHV LV YLVLWLQJ the Arvada Center! Come watch Junie B. and all of her friends as they have outrageous adventures and learn lots too. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out on all of the fun! Free online study guide available.

Cost: Student & adult chaperone prices range from $4-$9. Teachers are complimentary. For an additional $2 per person add a hands-on, 1-hour workshop and an interactive theater, museum, or gallery tour. Limited availability.

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7+( 32(75< 2) 027,21 7+($75,&$/ '$1&( 5(6,'(1&< 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: L, U This workshop is for students of all levels WR GLVFRYHU MR\ DQG FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQFH WKURXJK dance utilizing games, music, and a play to teach theatrical movement, dance and choreography. Students work individually and LQ JURXSV WR HQKDQFH FUHDWLYLW\ FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQFH focus, and collaboration. Workshops provide two lessons for each student. Lessons meet teaching standards in music and PE and can be tailored for other disciplines.

Cost: Call for costs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; program could be free depending on grants Availability: Sep-May, during school hours. %RXOGHU %DOOHW boulderballet.org 303-443-0028, ext 203 shana@boulderballet.org

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02=$57 &2 Assembly Grades: L, U Mozart and fellow composers mined the riches of great literature and fairy tales to create some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comic masterworks. Children are invited to help bring to life scenes from hilarious stories originally envisioned by the likes of Shakespeare and the Brothers Grimm, and to learn about the magic of telling stories through song. Resources and related lesson plans available online for this program.

Supports Colorado Academic Standards for music, reading, and writing.

Cost: $450 for one performance; $550 for two back-to-back Availability: Year-round Length of Program: 45 minutes +10 minute Q&A Central City Opera centralcityopera.org 303-331-7026 education@centralcityopera.org 7+( *5($7 23(5$ 0,; 83 Assembly Grades: L, U Singers, with help from students, sort out a series of operatic mix-ups to discover that opera is simply storytelling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with plot, FKDUDFWHUV FRQĂ LFW UHVROXWLRQ DQG 086,& This is a great preparation for a story writing unit or simply as a reinforcement of literacy elements for all grades. Resources and related lesson plans available online for this program. Supports Colorado Academic Standards for music, reading, and writing.

Cost: $450 for one performance; $550 for two back-to-back Availability: Year-round Length of Program: 45 minutes +10 minute Q&A Central City Opera centralcityopera.org 303-331-7026 education@centralcityopera.org

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS EUREKA STREET Assembly Grades: L, U With funny and fascinating opera characters as your tour guides, discover Central City’s Eureka Street! You’ll meet prospectors, lumberjacks, and divas from stories by Rossini, Shakespeare and other favorites.

Selected students join the cast and, with help from the audience, discover all kinds of golden nuggets about great stories, history, music and rhythm. Supports Colorado Academic Standards for music, reading, history and writing.

Cost: $450 for one performance; $550 for two back-to-back Availability: Year-round Length of Program: 45 minutes + 10 minutes of Q&A Central City Opera centralcityopera.org 303-331-7026 education@centralcityopera.org 7+( *,1*(5%5($' 0$1 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV 2XWUHDFK Grades: L This assembly-style performance is interactive theater at its best! Your students will bring nursery rhymes and fairytales to life as they act out the adventures of this mischievous little cookie. Best for grades Pre-K to 1st.

Cost: Outreach–$175 per session within the seven-county region.

Field Trip–$8 per child Availability: Year-round (M-F 9:30am3:30pm) &KLOGUHQҋV 0XVHXP RI 'HQYHU mychildsmuseum.org 303-561-0113 studentvisits@cmdenver.org

&5($7,9( 029(0(17 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: L, U Students will learn about a variety of dance concepts, such as, size, balance, rhythm, levels, shapes, and energy. The class will develop spatial awareness, problem solving, and strengthening the body and brain.

Cost: $50/class ($80/class for two teachers) Availability: Inquire &RORUDGR %DOOHW coloradoballet.com 303-339-1619 samantha.hyde@coloradoballet.org .,'6 3(5)250,1* )25 .,'6 Assembly Grades: L, U Engage and inspire your students with a concert designed especially for elementary audiences. Combine infectious enthusiasm and performing energy of the Colorado Children’s Chorale with lots of audience participation to create an unforgettable experience for your students.

Cost: $400 for one performance, $600 for two performances back-to-back Availability: Fall, Winter, Spring Mon-Fri during school hours &RORUDGR &KLOGUHQҋV &KRUDOH childrenschorale.org 303-892-5600, ext. 111 shoemaker@childrenschorale.org

.,'6 5($&+,1* $1' 7($&+,1* .,'6 Workshop Grades: L, U Jump-start your students’ musical interests by engaging them in a Colorado Children’s Chorale workshop. Led by Chorale staff and its young performers, a workshop includes all aspects of stage performance, including singing, dancing, acting and stage movement. If paired with a Chorale concert, the participants will have the unique opportunity to perform on stage with the Chorale for their school.

Cost: $400 ($200 if paired with a school concert) Availability: Fall, Winter, Spring Mon-Fri during school hours &RORUDGR &KLOGUHQҋV &KRUDOH childrenschorale.org 303-892-5600, ext. 111 shoemaker@childrenschorale.org

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS 2Q &DPSXV 5HVLGHQF\ Grades: L, U, M The Children’s Chorale is currently accepting applications for their School Partnership Program. This year-long residency pairs a Children’s Chorale conductor with a music teacher on a weekly basis to provide assistance in the music classroom or school choir.

Cost: Negotiable Availability: Fall, Winter, Spring Mon-Thurs during school hours &RORUDGR &KLOGUHQҋV &KRUDOH childrenschorale.org 303.892.5600, ext. 105 crile@childrenschorale.org 21&( 8321 $ 7,0( ² 6725<7(//,1* :,7+ 086,& Assembly Grades: L, U A Colorado Symphony small ensemble visits your school with a music and storytelling program supporting language arts instruction.

Combine programs to reach all ages!

Pre-K-2nd: Aesop’s Fables, Steadfast Tin Soldier, and Audrey & the Amazing Violin.

3rd-6th: Tunji & the Giant, Paul Bunyan, Jack & the Beanstalk. Can also be combined with integrated math and science programs MathNotes and Music of Life, designed for 3rd-6th.

Cost: $800 for two back-to-back performances. Financial assistance is available.

Availability: Sep-May &RORUDGR 6\PSKRQ\ coloradosymphony.org Shari Myers – 303-534-0755 smyers@coloradosymphony.org

3(7,7( 086,48( 086,& $1' 029(0(17 :,7+ 25&+(675$ )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L Specially designed program introducing the instruments of the orchestra to children ages 0-7 years old in venues throughout the metro area. 16 piece orchestra and narrator perform an interactive program incorporating storytelling, singing and movement with music. All programs in April 2016.

Cost: $5 for students and adults. For student groups of 20 or more the coordinating teacher is free. Financial assistance available.

Availability: April 5 at Aurora Fox Theater; April 12 at Swallow Hill; April 19 at Colorado Mountain Club; April 26 at Mizel Arts & Culture Center.

Two performances each day at 10am and 11:30am for approx. 45 minutes &RORUDGR 6\PSKRQ\ coloradosymphony.org Shari Myers – 303-534-0755 smyers@coloradosymphony.org

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,0$*,1$7,21 *$0(6 6.,//6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L Look closely and imagine stories behind works of art from various cultures. Students hone creative thinking skills through collaboration. Activities range from using a spinner to identify colors in a painting and telling a group story. English, Spanish, or bilingual. Tour addresses 21st Century Skills and 2009 CO Academic Standards.

Cost: FREE for students and adult chaperones; one chaperone for every 7-9 students. Divide class into groups of 7-9.

Bus transportation funding assistance available for designated Title I schools to cover up to 50% of total costs.

Availability: Tues-Fri at 9:45am & 11am starting Sep 22, 2015.

Field trip reservations must be booked at least three weeks in advance. To reserve, call 720-913-0088 or email groupsales@ denverartmuseum.org.

'HQYHU $UW 0XVHXP creativity.denverartmuseum.org/schooltours 1(: 35( . &5($7,9( (;3/25(56 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: PreK Unleash the creative explorers in your Pre-K classroom! Explore how artists make choices when creating to share their ideas, and how art can be made out of anything!

Students actively engage through a variety of hands-on, minds-on strategies, including tactile, storytelling, artmaking, and movement experiences.

Cost: FREE for students and adult chaperones; one chaperone for every 5 students. Divide class into groups of 5. Bus transportation funding assistance available for designated Title I schools to cover up to 50% of total costs.

Availability: Starting in Nov 2015; check our website for additional information.

Field trip reservations must be booked at least three weeks in advance. To reserve, call 720-913-0088 or email groupsales@ denverartmuseum.org.

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS ´&$1 <28 +($5 7+( ',))(5(1&("¾ 7+( 6&,(1&( 2) 086,& 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: L, U Musicians from The Ivy Street Ensemble YLROLQ FHOOR à XWH SOD\ FODVVLFDO PXVLF IURP many periods and styles, reinforcing basic science and math by demonstrating the correlation between the size of an instrument and its sound, as well as the idea of theme and variation (useful in teaching writing).

(See website for additional programs.)

Cost: FREE to DPS Schools (one assembly per school year) Availability: Inquire for availability )ULHQGV RI &KDPEHU 0XVLF www.friendsofchambermusic.com (303) 388-9839 5(' 5,',1* +22' 7+( 086,&$/ FAIRY TALE )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L Wonderfully adapted by Phamaly Theatre Company, this tale is told through a brother and sister on a sleepover at grandmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house. Restless, they decide to act out their favorite story with things found in the attic and clothes from an old wardrobe.

Reality and imagination begin to blur until WKH FKLOGUHQ Ă&#x20AC;QG WKHPVHOYHV LQ WKH GHHS dark woods with a wolf tracking them down!

This story conveys emotional, hilarious and heartwarming messages for all.

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$57 '2* 7+( '(19(5 &+,/'5(1Ň&#x2039;6 THEATRE )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U By day, Arthur is a mild mannered museum guard; by night, his alter ego, Art Dog. However, when Leonardo Dog Vinciâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mona Woofa goes missing from the Dogopolis Museum of Art, Art Dog is the prime suspect!

How will Arthur prove his innocence? Can he keep his true identity a secret?!? Based on the popular childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book, Art Dog, by Thatcher Hurd this fast paced adaptation encourages youth to connect visual art to self-identity, community, and civic responsibility. Resource guides are provided.

ENCORE! program can be booked to extend learning after the show.

Cost: Student and Parents $8 per ticket.

Teachers are complimentary. Book an ENCORE! Workshop for an addition $2 per student which includes an actor talkback, backstage tour, and acting workshop.

Availability: March-May (call for dates), performances at 10am 0$&& DW WKH 5REHUW ( /RXS -&& maccjcc.org 303-316-6360 bcoplan@jccdenver.org

&$7 ,1 7+( +$7 &+,/'5(1Ň&#x2039;6 7+($7(5 3(5)250$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U From the moment his tall, red-and-whitestriped hat appears at their door, Sally and her brother know that the Cat in the Hat is the most mischievous cat they will ever meet.

Suddenly the rainy afternoon is transformed by the Cat and his antics. Will their house ever be the same? Can the kids clean up before mom comes home? With some tricks DQG D Ă&#x20AC;VK DQG 7KLQJ 7ZR DQG 7KLQJ 2QH with the Cat in The Hat, the funâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never done!

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS )/< *8< $1' 27+(5 6725,(6 &+,/'5(1Ň&#x2039;6 7+($7(5 3(5)250$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Seven delightful stories come to life in Teatreworks USAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s musical revuew Fly Guy & Other Stories. Books featured in the show include: Fly Guy Meets Fly Girl, Diary of a Worm, Fluffy the Classroom Guinea Pig, Horace & Morris But Mostly Dolores, Kittenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s First Full Moon, Lillyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Big Day, and Paper Bag Princess.

Cost: $7/student (up to 10 chaperones free) Availability: Oct 26, 10am and noon 3DUNHU $UWV &XOWXUH DQG (YHQWV &HQWHU 3$&(

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In no time at all, his life becomes a series of adventures and misadventures with a variety of colorful characters including his best friend, a bird named Margalo, and the not so friendly Snowbell, the malevolent family cat. All the charm, wisdom and joy of E. B. Whiteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic novel are brought to life as the mild-mannered Stuart learns to survive in his upper sized world of humans and discovers the true meaning of life, loyalty and friendship.

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Music programs include guitar, keyboard, singing, improvisation, music basics, and music history. Guitars and keyboards are not provided. Programs address Colorado curriculum standards.

Cost: Varies, Call for details.

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67(36 ,1 7,0( $ +,6725< 2) %$//(7 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: U, L An interactive history of ballet from the Renaissance through to the present, with eight dancers from Boulder Balletâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s professional company. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an impressive, entertaining and humorous show that will expand studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s understanding and appreciation of ballet, geography, and history.

Cost: Call for costs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; program could be Free depending on grants Availability: April-May, before 1pm on Tues, Thurs & Fri %RXOGHU %DOOHW boulderballet.org 303-443-0028, ext 203 shana@boulderballet.org

6,1* $/21* 029( $/21* )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: L Our early childhood teachers lead students in an interactive musical class featuring dance, creative movement, song, percussion instruments and more! Programs can be DGDSWHG WR Ă&#x20AC;W HGXFDWLRQDO DQG VHDVRQDO themes.

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS %28/'(5 3+,/+$5021,& ',6&29(5< &21&(57 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U Field trip to beautiful Macky Auditorium on the CU-Boulder campus, complemented by curriculum guides and classroom visits (pending availability). Music Director Michael Butterman leads the professional musicians of the Boulder Philharmonic in an interactive program, each year on a different theme such as storytelling in music or how different DUWLVWLF JHQUHV LQĂ XHQFH RQH DQRWKHU Cost: $5 per student Availability: Classroom visits fall through spring; Concert on Feb 11, 2016 %RXOGHU 3KLOKDUPRQLF 2UFKHVWUD boulderphil.org 303-449-1343 info@BoulderPhil.org

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HOW THE WEST WAS SUNG Assembly Grades: U, M No Wii? No iPod? No reality TV? Find out what the pioneers and miners of the frontier West did for fun in this 45 minute performance. The adventurous lives of &RORUDGR KLVWRULFDO Ă&#x20AC;JXUHV 0ROO\ %URZQ Horace and Baby Doe Tabor and Clara Brown make great opera stories! Supports Colorado Academic Standards for music, reading, writing and history.

Cost: $450 for one performance; $550 for two back-to-back Availability: Year-round, Length of Program: 45 minutes. +10 minute Q&A Central City Opera centralcityopera.org 303-331-7026 education@centralcityopera.org &2/25$'2 6<03+21< .,'6 &2/25)8/ &2/25$'2 6<03+21< Âł ,//8675$7,1* :,7+ 6281' )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U, M Explore how composers make use of the 4 families of instruments to create tonal color SDOHWWHV VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F WR WKHLU LQVSLUDWLRQ 6WXGHQWV ZLOO KHDU DQG FRPSDUH PXVLF IURP 3URNRĂ&#x20AC;HYŇ&#x2039;V â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cinderella Ballet,â&#x20AC;? John Williamsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Harry Potter,â&#x20AC;? J.S. Bachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Orchestral Suite #3, and more on this journey with the Colorful Colorado Symphony.

Cost: $5 per student/adult. For student groups of 20 or more the coordinating teacher is free. Financial assistance is available.

Availability: Nov 10, 12; Dec 8, 9; Jan 19, 20, 21 Two performances to choose from each day: 9:50am and 11:15am for approx. 50 minutes &RORUDGR 6\PSKRQ\ coloradosymphony.org Shari Myers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 303-534-0755 smyers@coloradosymphony.org .

&2/25$'2 6<03+21< .,'6 '5806 2) 7+( :25/' )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U, M Take a trip around the world with the Symphonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world-class percussionists creating exciting rhythms with drums and other surprising percussion instruments.

Cost: $5 per student/adult. For student groups of 20 or more the coordinating teacher is free. Financial assistance is available.

Availability: Dec 1 Two performances to choose from: 9:50am and 11:15am for approx. 50 minutes &RORUDGR 6\PSKRQ\ coloradosymphony.org Shari Myers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 303-534-0755 smyers@coloradosymphony.org '(19(5 $57 086(80 (;+,%,7,21 72856 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U, M, H Castiglione: Lost Geniusâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sep 22-Nov 6, 2015. Wyeth: Andrew and Jamie in the Studio â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Nov 10, 2015-Feb 5, 2016. A Place in the Sun: Paintings of the Southwest by Walter Ufer and E. Martin Henningsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Dec 15, 2015 -April 22, 2016. Check website for additional information. Tours address 21st Century Skills and 2009 CO Academic Standards.

Cost: Varies depending on exhibition; one chaperone for every 10 students. Divide class into groups of 10. Transportation funding assistance available for designated Title I schools.

Availability: Tues-Fri starting at 9:45am.

Dates and times vary.

Field trip reservations must be booked at least three weeks in advance. To reserve, call 720-913-0088 or email groupsales@ denverartmuseum.org.

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3(5&(37,21 *$0(6 6.,//6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U Students will actively engage in selecting, focusing, examining, and absorbing information while exploring the museum. This collaborative tour fosters active investigative thinking, risktaking and implementing multiple perspectives.

English, Spanish, or bilingual (Spanish/English).

Tour addresses 21st Century Skills and 2009 CO Academic Standards.

Cost: FREE for students and adult chaperones; one chaperone for every 10 students. Divide class into groups of 10.

Bus transportation funding assistance available for designated Title I schools to cover up to 50% of total costs.

Availability: Tues-Fri at 9:45am & 11am starting Sep 22, 2015.

Field trip reservations must be booked at least three weeks in advance. To reserve, call 720-913-0088 or email groupsales@ denverartmuseum.org.

'HQYHU $UW 0XVHXP creativity.denverartmuseum.org/schooltours/ 678'(17 0$7,1(( ² /$,70$1Ň&#x2039;6 THE SCARLET LETTER Assembly Grades: U, M, H /RYH Ă&#x20AC;QGV D YRLFH LQ RXU ZRUOG SUHPLHUH RI The Scarlet Letter, a dramatic new adaptation of Nathaniel Hawthorneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic novel with libretto written by Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Poet Laureate David Mason. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a morality play of rigid judgment, heart-wrenching betrayal and redemptive love brought to life through stunning performances, dramatic set design and incredible music. A once in a lifetime experience, the world premiere student matinee will be performed by the Opera Colorado Young Artists with a live orchestra.

Cost: $10/Student, $15/Chaperone Availability: May 12 (10am-12:30pm) 2SHUD &RORUDGR operacolorado.org 303-778-7350 education@operacolorado.org

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%,/,1*8$/ 23(5$ Assembly Grades: M, H An original one-act bilingual opera, En Mis Palabras addresses adolescent development Âł Ă&#x20AC;QGLQJ \RXU RZQ YRLFH DQG OHDUQLQJ who you are amid parental expectations DQG SHHU LQĂ XHQFHV )LIWHHQ \HDU ROG $QD 0DULD IHHOV VWLĂ HG E\ KHU VWULFW IDWKHU KH LV bewildered by her wish to be herself. It takes a family crisis to bring them to a beginning of understanding. A bilingual guide/lesson plans (language arts & social science) explore cultural/family traditions, immigration and Latino history in Colorado. Supports Colorado Academic Standards for music, reading, writing, foreign language, geography, civics, history and theater.

Cost: $650 for one performance Availability: Year-round Length of Program: 50 minutes plus 10 minute Q&A Central City Opera centralcityopera.org 303-331-7026 education@centralcityopera.org

' ',*,7$/ 3+272*5$3+< WORKSHOP 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: M, H Students will learn the science of anaglyph (red and cyan) photography using a single digital camera method to create their own 3-D projects through 3-D photo composition, camera technique and the use of free 3D photo processing software. Each student will print or have one large (8X10) 3D photo processed. The workshop will be held for four hours over 3-4 days or as desired for a maximum of 30 students. Schools must have access to: one computer per student, and digital cameras, Cost: $325 (additional students over the 30 may require additional cost for printing) Availability: Sep-April Cherry Creek Arts Festival cherryarts.org 303-355-2787 visualarts@cherryarts.org

-$186 678'(17 $57 %8<,1* 352*5$0 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, Adaptable to grade An opportunity for students and their teacher to attend the Arts Festival in July to purchase artwork for the Mobile Art Gallery and for their own school. Applications available in Nov Contact visualarts@cherryarts.org to join our mailing list.

Cost: FREE Availability: July Cherry Creek Arts Festival cherryarts.org 303-355-2787 visualarts@cherryarts.org '(19(5 $57 086(80

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS &2/25$'2 6<03+21< .,'6 OPEN REHEARSALS )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H Experience the Symphony’s musicians, guest conductors, and soloists as they rehearse and prepare some of the season’s most engaging concerts from the Masterworks and Inside the Score series. Please visit coloradosymphony.org for details about each of the programs selected for Open Rehearsal visits.

Cost: $5 per student/adult. For student groups of 20 or more the coordinating teacher is free. Financial assistance is available.

Availability: Oct 2, Mozart Performed by Michael Thornton,10am-12:30; Oct 16, Elgar “Enigma Variations,10am-12:30; Nov 19, Berlioz “Symphonie Fantastique,” 10am-noon; Jan 29, Mussorgsky “Pictures at an Exhibition,” 10am-12:30; March17 Shakespeare Festival “Romeo & Juliet” 10am-noon; May 13, Dvorak “From the New World,” 10am-12:30 &RORUDGR 6\PSKRQ\ coloradosymphony.org Shari Myers – 303-534-0755 smyers@coloradosymphony.org

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'(19(5 $57 086(80 +,*+/,*+76 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H Explore Denver Art Museum’s various collections (modern, contemporary, African, Oceanic, and Western American art, European and American, historic Western American, Asian, Pre-Columbian, and Spanish Colonial art). English, Spanish, or bilingual (Spanish/English). Tour addresses 21st Century Skills and 2009 CO Academic Standards.

Cost: FREE for students and adult chaperones; one chaperone for every 10 students. Divide class into groups of 10.

Bus transportation funding assistance available for designated Title I schools to cover up to 50% of total costs.

Availability: Tues-Fri at 9:45am & 11am starting Sep 22, 2015.

Field trip reservations must be booked at least three weeks in advance. To reserve, call 720-913-0088 or email groupsales@ denverartmuseum.org.

'HQYHU $UW 0XVHXP creativity.denverartmuseum.org/schooltours/ 678'(17 0$7,1((6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H Live theater productions, post-show discussion with the cast and a professionallyprepared study guide. Student matinees start at 10:30am. Grade level varies depending on content. Call or visit our website for titles and details.

Cost: $16 per student, with one free chaperone ticket for every 15 paid student tickets.

Availability: Lookingglass Alice: Sep 23, 30, Oct 7 As You Like It: Oct 7-8, 13-16, 20-23, 27-29 A Christmas Carol: Dec. 2, 9, 10, 15, 17; All The Way: Feb. 3, 10, 14; Sweeney Todd: April 21, 27, May 4 'HQYHU &HQWHU IRU WKH Performing Arts denvercenter.org/student-matinees 303-446.4895 jschwager@dcpa.org

&$5((5 (;3/25$7,21 '$<6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H High school and middle school students who are active in theatre are invited to tour the DCPA’s professional theatre facilities and sit-in on a technical rehearsal. This program is designed to invite students see the DCPA Theatre Company’s production process.

Cost: Free, but space is limited to 30 students Availability: check website for dates 'HQYHU &HQWHU IRU WKH Performing Arts denvercenter.org 303-893-6006 dsaphier@dcpa.org 6,( ),/0&(17(5 )LHOG 7ULS Grades M, H The Sie FilmCenter is the home of the Denver Film Society and Denver’s only yearround cinematheque, presenting a weeklyFKDQJLQJ FDOHQGDU RI ÀUVW UXQ H[FOXVLYHV DQG arthouse revivals. Whether it is a production from the National Theatre in London, or an adaptation of a novel, our programming offers a unique way of integrating the arts into your curriculum while promoting critical thinking DQG OLWHUDF\ 2XU SURJUDPV DUH ÁH[LEOH DQG RXU VWDII LV KHUH WR SURYLGH WKH SHUIHFW ÀW IRU your classroom outing.

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&211(&7 ),/0 72 <285 &/$665220 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, U, H Please contact the Denver Film Society for a XQLTXH Ă&#x20AC;OP RXWLQJ WDLORUHG WR \RXU HGXFDWLRQDO curriculum.

Cost: Call for information Availability: Call for information 'HQYHU )LOP 6RFLHW\ GHQYHUĂ&#x20AC;OP RUJ 303-595-3456 ext 221 U\DQR#GHQYHUĂ&#x20AC;OP RUJ 678'(17 '5(66 5(+($56$/6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H The 2015-16 season includes a rarely performed classic and a world premiere! *HW WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW JOLPSVH RI 2SHUD &RORUDGRŇ&#x2039;V mainstage operas with a special dress rehearsal performance. Online teacher guidebooks prepare your class for their night at the opera. Enhance your experience by contacting the education department in advance to arrange a pre-performance discussion or post-performance talk-back. A wonderful way to introduce middle and high school students to opera.

Cost: $10/student; $15/college students and chaperones Availability: Nov 5, Verdiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Aida; May 5, Latimanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Scarlet Letter (dress rehearsals begin at 7pm) 2SHUD &RORUDGR operacolorado.org 303-778-0371 education@operacolorado.org

$5,$6 $1' (16(0%/(6 Assembly Grades: M, H, PD Performed by the Opera Colorado Young Artists, this delightful program features highlights from opera and musical theater.

Selections are performed without the use of sets and costumes, creating an intimate and engaging experience â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including background information on each piece. There will be a Q&A session which will give the audience unique insight into the world of opera and Opera Colorado.

Cost: $350 Availability: Oct-May, Tues-Sat 2SHUD &RORUDGR operacolorado.org 303-778-0371 education@operacolorado.org GENERATION OC 2Q &DPSXV 5HVLGHQF\ Grades: M, H, PD This unique Residency uses the arts to teach 21st Century Workforce Readiness Skills.

Using opera as the catalyst, participants work closely with industry professionals in one of two tracks: Gen OC Marketing trackâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;create materials to market an opera to their peers; and Page to Stage trackâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;write and perform their own original piece inspired by a selected literary work. Teaching artists guide every SDUW RI WKH SURFHVV WDLORUHG WR Ă&#x20AC;W WKH VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F needs, goals and curriculum of the class.

Cost: Covered by grant Availability: Fall-Spring *Please contact for more information 2SHUD &RORUDGR operacolorado.org 303-778-0371 education@operacolorado.org

23(5$ 21 7285 ² %,=(7Ň&#x2039;6 CARMEN Assembly Grades: M, H We bring you Bizetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most famous opera. &DUPHQ D Ă&#x20AC;HU\ 6SDQLVK URVH ORYHV WR OLYH RQ the edge and uses her feminine wiles to get what she wants â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but beware; get too close and you might get burned. Our production frames Bizetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s celebrated melodies in a period, minimalistic setting, allowing for the power of the story and the drama of the characters to take center stage. True to the lure of classic Spain, Carmen will draw you deeply into an unforgettable opera experience.

Cost: $600 single -or- $700 for two backto-back performances Availability: Jan-May, Tues-Sat 2SHUD &RORUDGR operacolorado.org 303-778-0371 education@operacolorado.org

HIGH SCHOOL $57 678'(176 /($*8( 2) '(19(5 TEEN COUNCIL 5HVRXUFH Grade: H Teen Advisory Council is dedicated to a select group of high school-aged teens interested in the visual arts and working in a team. It provides a comfortable arena for youths to voice their opinions, develop leadership skills, and connect with staff, faculty, and Board of Director members at ASLD. Meets monthly (with snacks). Contact: Rachel Basye, Executive Director Cost: FREE Availability: Year-round $UW 6WXGHQWV /HDJXH RI 'HQYHU $6/'

www.asld.org 303-778-6990 ext. 105 r.basye@asld.org 3(5)250$1&( 35(9,(:6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: H, M, PD 7HDFKHUV DQG VWXGHQWV DWWHQG Ă&#x20AC;QDO GUHVV rehearsal of professional production at the Aurora Fox Arts Center and provide feedback to the producers. Talk backs with artists and backstage tours available upon request.

Cost: Preview: pay what you can. Cost varies during the run, student & group rates available.

Availability: Sep-May $XURUD )R[ $UWV &HQWHU aurorafoxartscenter.org 303-739-1970 Rrubin@auroragov.org

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS INSTILL GALLERY EXPERIENCES FOR SCHOOLS )LHOG 7ULS Grades: H, U, M Immersive and activity-based, inStill Gallery Experiences transform the galleries into a classroom for grades 4-12. Art, literacy, and humanities are integrated in standardsaligned, workshop-model lessons. Students work in small groups of 5-7; â&#x20AC;&#x153;write to learnâ&#x20AC;? in various exercises; create and justify their own interpretations; and build 21st Century Skills. Choose lessons from three modules: Art Language; Artistic Vision and Voice; and $UW DV D 5HĂ HFWLRQ RI +XPDQ &RQFHUQV 9LVLW clyffordstillmuseum.org/inStill for complete listing.

Cost: Free to all schools; bus funds may be available.

Availability: Approx. 90 minutes Tues-Fri morning. 3 weeks advance scheduling requested. 30 student capacity unless special request. &O\IIRUG 6WLOO 0XVHXP clyffordstillmuseum.org/instill 720-354-4877 education@clyffordstillmuseum.org

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SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARKING LOT 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: H This program presents a 60 minute ensemble-based cutting of William Shakespeareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Romeo and Juliet outdoors in high school parking lots with the cast then moving into classrooms to facilitate workshops to start conversations that closely examine how the playâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s themes resonate within both contemporary issues and the high school experience.

Cost: Based on number of performances and workshops Availability: Upon request 'HQYHU &HQWHU IRU WKH Performing Arts 303.893.6073 awatrous@dcpa.org <281* ),/00$.(56 :25.6+23 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: H Go behind the scenes and into the world of Ă&#x20AC;OPPDNLQJ 7HHQV ZLOO ZULWH GLUHFW VKRRW DQG VWDU LQ WKHLU RZQ Ă&#x20AC;OPV ZKLFK ZLOO VKRZ throughout the year during special screenings at the Sie FilmCenter.

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Grades: H, PD Class Description: We invite teachers and students to listen to or attend this educational, nationally syndicated radio show. We feature music from award-winning singers and musicians with informative and inspiring discussions about sustainability and healthy communities. eTown gives out an eChievement award winner during every show, featuring a change maker who is making a positive impact on their community and the world.

Cost: Check website for listings and ticket info of live performances Availability: Check website eTown 303-443-8696 etown.org info@etown.org

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+$1'0$'( 621* 6(5,(6 HIGH SCHOOL ORIGINAL SONG WRITING CONTEST H7RZQ +DOO DQG VWXGLRV Grades: H eTownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Handmade Songs gives high school songwriters the opportunity to write, perform, and record their original music in a live performance and friendly competition.

Winners receive record in eTownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s state-ofthe-art recording studio with a professional production crew as part of a joint album. This annual competition incorporates educational workshops in song writing and performance technique for teachers and students. See our website for details. Check winter 2015 for application of Handmande Song Series.

Space is limited.

Cost: Pending funding; Call for information Availability: Call for dates, Spring 2016. eTown 303-443-8696 ext 100 etown.org info@etown.org

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PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS 0&$ '(19(5Ň&#x2039;6 7((1 352*5$0 )$,/85( /$% High School Internship Program Grades: H Failure Lab, the Museum of Contemporary Art Denverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Teen Program, is a school-year long internship program for a select group of high school students. Because we believe that risking failure is an integral element of creativity, we designed this program to provide teens with a unique opportunity to try out wild ideas. Always encouraged to take chances, teens engage with museum professionals, work with artists, and organize exhibitions, programs, and events for their peers.

Cost: Free Availability: Sep-May, Weds 4-6pm 0&$ 'HQYHU 0XVHXP RI &RQWHPSRUDU\ $UW 'HQYHU

mcadenver.org 720-236-1820 amam@mcadenver.org 7((1 '523 ,1 1,*+7 'URS ,Q Grades: H MCA Denver has launched a new DropIn Program for Denver teens where they participate in a series of innovative workshops created and facilitated by professional artists working in design and new media. Teen participants can make stuff, hang out and just relax with a free cup of hot chocolate. No prior reservations required.

Cost: Free Availability: Sep-June, Fri (bi-weekly) 5-7pm 0&$ 'HQYHU 0XVHXP RI &RQWHPSRUDU\ $UW 'HQYHU

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 086,& :25'6 23(5$ :25.6+23 )25 ('8&$7256 5HVRXUFH Grades: PD Educators who attend this 5-day summer workshop will take away a great array of practical teaching methods. Master teaching artists from the service organization Opera America guide participants in the creation of original musical stories utilizing the Music!

Words! Opera! curriculum. The workshop fee includes resource guides. Three graduate credits are available at a very reasonable cost.

Cost: $99, plus $210 for 3 CU Graduate credits (optional and subject to change) Availability: Plan for July 2016!

Central City Opera centralcityopera.org 303-331-7026 education@centralcityopera.org

Look for a special SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES listing of professional development for teachers and camps/class for kids.

Available in February at sccollaborative.org!

THEATRE ARTS INTEGRATION FOR TEACHERS 5HVRXUFH Grades: PD Professional teaching artists offer customized professional development opportunities to teachers, schools and districts statewide.

Using effective theatre-based techniques, educators learn innovative ways to enhance their curriculum using an arts-integrated approach in the classroom.

Cost: $100 per hour depending on location and the number of participants Availability: Upon request 'HQYHU &HQWHU IRU WKH Performing Arts denvercenter.org 303-446-4850 pelkins-zeglarski@dcpa.org WORKING GROUP THEATERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S 352'8&7,21 2) 287 2) %281'6 $17, %8//<,1* 352*5$0 )HE SP 7HDFKHU &RXQVHORU 5HVLGHQF\ :RUNVKRS Teachers and school counselors are invited to a free Out of Bounds Workshop on Feb 3 at 5pm-7pm to introduce teachers to exercises to help students talk about bullying in a safe and productive manner. To participate in the workshop, SOHDVH 5693 WR NĂ HWFKHU#SDUNHURQOLQH RUJ 3DUNHU $UWV &XOWXUH DQG (YHQWV &HQWHU 3$&(

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE ADAPTABLE TO GRADE %,5' %$1',1* 6&,(17,676 ,1 $&7,21 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Most children – and adults – rarely have the opportunity to visit a research station and see wild birds up close! In this unique collaborative program, students visit the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies’ bird banding station at the Audubon Nature Center where they observe bird biologists (ornithologists) in action! While hiking from station to station, students participate in hands-on science activities to learn about how birds use the South Platte River corridor to rest, refuel, and reproduce and how we can help protect birds during their migration journey. 3.5 hr. program. 30 participants maximum. $200 minimum. Chaperones required. &RVW VWXGHQW IRU WKH ÀHOG WULS DQG VWXGHQW IRU WKH ÀHOG WULS SOXV D KRXU SUH trip program at the school.

Availability: April 27-May 29. $XGXERQ 6RFLHW\ RI *UHDWHU 'HQYHU LQ SDUWQHUVKLS ZLWK %LUG &RQVHUYDQF\ of the Rockies denveraudubon.org/programs/schoolprograms/ 303-973-9530 schoolprograms@denveraudubon.org

%($9(5 +$%,7$7 ,19(67,*$7,21 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Beavers are not only part of the ecosystem at our nature center but they are also habitat creators! Learn about their life cycle and the adaptations that help them live in both aquatic and terrestrial environments.

At the Audubon Nature Center examine their fur, skull, and home up close. Use VFLHQWLÀF HTXLSPHQW WR FROOHFW GDWD DERXW WKH conditions beaver habitats create and the ways in which their lives interconnect with and affect the South Platte Basin ecosystem.

Chaperones are required Cost: $10 per student Availability: Offered fall, winter, and early spring only $XGXERQ 6RFLHW\ RI *UHDWHU 'HQYHU denveraudubon.org/programs/schoolprograms/ 303-973-9530 schoolprograms@denveraudubon.org

1,*+7 1,1-$6 2:/6 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade How are ninjas and owls similar? What superpowers do owls have that allow them WR KXQW VR HIÀFLHQWO\ DW QLJKW" 6WXGHQWV PDNH predictions and examine the study skins of Great Horned Owls and dissect owl pellets to discover the answers and more. For an additional fee: Bring a live Great Horned Owl into your classroom for a close-up experiential lesson about owls! Call/email for VSHFLÀF OLYH RZO GHWDLOV Cost: $6/student + $2 per pellet (Trip fees may apply, call for details).

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&86720 (19,5210(17$/ &$5((5 352*5$06 )LHOG 7ULSV DQG 2Q VLWH 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Bird Conservancy of the Rockies can provide custom experiential learning opportunities WKURXJK Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULSV DQG RQ VLWH SURJUDPV designed to meet the needs of any group.

Hands-on activities, 21st century skill building, career discussions, and outdoor exploration create an engaging learning environment for every participant. Have an environmentally themed Project or Problem Based Learning program in mind? We would be excited to help bring a real-world element to your curriculum.

Cost: $1-$7/participant (dependent on the location and type of activities).

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%$55 /$.( %,5' :$7&+ )LHOG 7ULSV Grades: Adaptable to grade Students discover how different species coexist by using different parts of the ecosystem. Participants will gain observation VNLOOV WKURXJK ELQRFXODU DQG Ă&#x20AC;HOG JXLGH XVH Bird adaptations, habitat, and Bald Eagle conservation will be discussed. A 3-mile hike to view nesting Bald Eagles is available for middle school students and older.

Cost: $5/participant + $7 state park fee per bus/vehicle. Follow up in-class program is RQO\ SDUWLFLSDQW ZLWK WKLV Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULS $VN about scholarships.

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%$55 /$.( %$1',1* 67$7,21 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Spend a morning with a bird bander at Barr Lake State Park where thousands of birds stop during migration. For over 25 years, the Bird Conservancy has been providing students with â&#x20AC;&#x153;up-close and personalâ&#x20AC;? experiences in nature. Students will have the amazing opportunity to observe a biologist place a band on migrating birds captured harmlessly in nets. Students will discuss data collection, bird adaptations, the challenge of migration, and the importance of a healthy habitat.

Cost: $5/participant + $7/vehicle state park fee. Follow up in-class program is only VWXGHQW ZLWK WKLV Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULS $VN DERXW scholarships.

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birdconservancy.org 303-659-4348 ext. 11 emily.snode-brenneman@ birdconservancy.org %,5'6 %,2/2*< $1' 287'225 EXPLORATION )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Students â&#x20AC;&#x153;springâ&#x20AC;? into action by becoming a Bird Conservancy biologist for a day to research birds and life in a prairie ecosystem.

Choose from a variety of program options exploring water, shortgrass prairie, and the relationship of a birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s structure to its function. Programs are 2-4 hours in length.

Cost: $5/participant + $7/vehicle state park pass. Follow up in-class program is only VWXGHQW ZLWK WKLV Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULS $VN DERXW scholarships.

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE '$< %,5' )(67,9$/ AT YOUR SCHOOL 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Upper elementary, middle, and high school students become bird conservation role models to lower elementary students. Older students will be trained on festival activities and then lead the half-day festival for the lower elementary students. Each festival is designed to meet the needs of your schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s curriculum.

Cost: $1/person over 200 people; $1.50/ person 150-199 participants; $2/person 100-149 participants; $3/person if less than 100. Ask about scholarships.

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birdconservancy.org 303-659-4348 ext. 10 peggy.watson@birdconservancy.org &/$66 3/86 6(/) *8,'(' (;+,%,7 (;3/25$7,21 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Investigate the world of insects and their UHODWLYHV DW WKH %XWWHUĂ \ 3DYLOLRQ &KRRVH from our NEW list of facilitated classes featuring live animals and interactive study.

Plus, explore indoor and outdoor exhibits.

Cost: $5 per student, 1 free adult per every 5 children; extra adults $11 each. Cost includes admission, facilitated class, and self-guided exhibit exploration.

Scholarships may be available for eligible schools Availability: Classes Sep 1-May 31; selfguided exploration year-round Reservations open for 2015-2016 school year in August %XWWHUĂ \ 3DYLOLRQ Request a reservation online at EXWWHUĂ LHV RUJ OHDUQ HGXFDWLRQ#EXWWHUĂ LHV RUJ %8* 6$)$5, 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Invite us to help your learners interact with live animals without backbones from the desert to the rainforest, and learn about the GLYHUVLW\ DQG FODVVLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQV RI WKHVH H[RWLF animals. &RVW WUDYHO IRU Ă&#x20AC;UVW VHVVLRQ sequential sessions discounted.

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1$9,*$7,21 0$3 &203$66 $1' *36 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Use math skills and learn to read a topographic map, measure paces, use a compass and/or a GPS (Global Positioning System) then put it all to use in a navigation course. Class activities can vary from simple compass skills to advanced mountain navigation.

Cost: Call or check website Availability: Fall, Spring, Summer Location: American Mountaineering Center (AMC), school classrooms, or other outreach locations &RORUDGR 0RXQWDLQ &OXE cmc.org/yep 303-996-2751 yep@cmc.org 6/$&./,1,1* %$/$1&( $1' 029(0(17 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Combine individual challenge and group dynamics of walking a tightened rope, along with other activities, that test and improve physical balance and coordination with spotting by teammates to create a safe physical challenge.

Cost: call or check website Availability: Fall, Spring, Summer Location: American Mountaineering Center or school classroom &RORUDGR 0RXQWDLQ &OXE cmc.org/yep 303-996-2751 yep@cmc.org

6&,(1&( 2) &/,0%,1* )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Climb indoors or in the Bouldering Bus mobile classroom and choose a focus based on grade level and interest. Suggested focus: All gradesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Teambuilding; 3rd-5th Life Science (Learn about alpine ecosystems and adaptations of species such as mountain goats); 5th-8th Geology (Discover how rocks of Colorado tell an exciting story of landscapes that were different than what we see today); and 6th-10th-Physics (Bring the concepts of friction and force to life).

Cost: call or check website Availability: Year-round Location: American Mountaineering Center &RORUDGR 0RXQWDLQ &OXE cmc.org/yep 303-996-2751 yep@cmc.org %28/'(5,1* %86 2Q FDPSXV DFWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade The YEP Bouldering Bus is a mobile classroom. Our converted school bus RXWĂ&#x20AC;WWHG DV D ERXOGHULQJ FDYH SURYLGHV unique opportunities for students. YEP can combine the physical challenges of climbing with team building activities and hands-on science curriculum. Pair climbing with slack lining, team building or science of climbing.

Cost: call or check website Availability: Fall, Spring, Summer Location: at your school &RORUDGR 0RXQWDLQ &OXE cmc.org/yep 303-996-2751 yep@cmc.org

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE 6&,(1&( /$%6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Science Labs provide an up-close look at a topic through experiments and activities that help to build studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; understanding.

Labs take place inside, but teachers are provided with an optional self-guided outdoor exploration to reinforce the topic independently. All labs are offered for grades . VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F DFWLYLWLHV FKDQJH WR PHHW WKH unique needs of your learners. Choose from Pollinator Partners, Plants 101, Soil Study, Genetics and Fabulous Fungi or design a Custom Lab that meets your curricular needs.

Cost: $5 per student, scholarships available Availability: Sep-May 'HQYHU %RWDQLF *DUGHQV botanicgardens.org 720-865-3580 registrar@botanicgardens.org CULTIVATION CRUISER 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Cultivation Cruiser Outreach brings the Gardens to your classroom with plants, fun and unique activities, and planting projects.

Our programs will engage your studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; natural curiosity to excite them about the ZRUOG RI SODQWV DOO ZLWKLQ WKH FRQĂ&#x20AC;QHV of your classroom. Choose from Sensory Adventures (PreK-1), Flower Power (2-12), Ecological Explorations (2-4) or PSI: Plant Science Investigators (5-8) Cost: $75 per program +$15 mileage fee Availability: Sep-May. Scholarships available.

'HQYHU %RWDQLF *DUGHQV botanicgardens.org 720-865-3580 registrar@botanicgardens.org '5$0$7,& /($51,1*Â&#x152; 6&,(1&( 0$7+ $1' 1$785( 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Dramatic Learning is a tailored in-school program, which uses theatre exercises to teach any curriculum (history, poetry, science, math, etc.). Workshops are led by experienced teaching artists who address multiple learning styles and require full participation from students and teachers.

Past workshops include Anatomy of Hip Hop - Bones and Muscles, Landforms, Body Systems, Periodic Table of Elements, Plants, Insects, Water Cycle, Movie Math and more.

Cost: $75 per class Availability: Sep-May 'HQYHU &HQWHU IRU WKH Performing Arts denvercenter.org 303-893-6006 dsaphier@dcpa.org

FIRE SAFETY OUTREACH 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade 6WDII PHPEHU ZLOO SUHVHQW Ă&#x20AC;UH VDIHW\ OHVVRQV For ECE-K, includes crawl low under smoke; VDIH IRU SOD\ NHHS DZD\ Ă&#x20AC;UHĂ&#x20AC;JKWHUV DUH friends; and more. Older students will learn DERXW Ă&#x20AC;UH SUHYHQWLRQ WKH VFLHQFH RI Ă&#x20AC;UH DQG how to create escape plans for their home.

Custom lesson plans available upon request.

Cost: $50 per presentation.

Availability: Inquire for availability 'HQYHU )LUHĂ&#x20AC;JKWHUV 0XVHXP GHQYHUĂ&#x20AC;UHĂ&#x20AC;JKWHUVPXVHXP RUJ 303-825-0608 (Education Desk) VDUDK#GHQYHUĂ&#x20AC;UHĂ&#x20AC;JKWHUVPXVHXP RUJ 086(80 $'0,66,21 %XLOG <RXU 2ZQ )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Enhance your visit to the Museum through hands-on demonstrations and memorable experiences. Students can explore our many permanent and temporary exhibitions, watch live performances, touch special artifacts and specimens, conduct experiments, watch an IMAX or Planetarium show and much more!

Cost: Free through Dec 31 Availability: On-request 'HQYHU 0XVHXP RI 1DWXUH 6FLHQFH dmns.org/teachers

7+( ,17(51$7,21$/ (;+,%,7,21 2) 6+(5/2&. +2/0(6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade In the International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes, you will step into Victorian London and work alongside Sherlock as he tackles D EDIĂ LQJ QHZ FDVH XVLQJ \RXU FXULRXV PLQG DQG HPHUJLQJ VFLHQWLĂ&#x20AC;F PHWKRGV 7KH exhibition also has more than 300 artifacts, VXFK DV Ă&#x20AC;UVW HGLWLRQ SXEOLFDWLRQV IRUHQVLF specimens, original artwork, and historic photographs that explore the enduring Sherlock phenomena.

Cost: See website for more information Availability: Oct 23- Jan 31 'HQYHU 0XVHXP RI 1DWXUH 6FLHQFH dmns.org/teachers

THE POWER OF POISON )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Beware the temporary exhibit, The Power of Poison! This unique exhibit uses models, objects, interactives, and live animals to explore various forms of poison and their role in nature, health, myths, and legends.

Whether as a defense against predators, a source of magical strength, or a lethal weapon used in a medical treatment, the story of poison is surprising at every turn.

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE ),(/' 75,3 :,7+ *8,'(' 7285 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade A variety of guided tours are available for school groups 1st grade and up. Trained volunteer docents will lead your group on a journey to explore the wonders of animals and the living world. All tours are aligned with CO Content State Standards.

Cost: $7/student (Sep-Feb) $8/student (March-April); minimum of 10 students required: max of 100 students. More than 100 students. Please call Availability: Mon-Fri, Sep-April 'HQYHU =RR programs.denverzoo.org/register.asp

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1(: Âł ),(/' 75,3 :,7+ =22 (' 75(. )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Take the learning from the classroom to the Ă&#x20AC;HOG DV ]RR HGXFDWRUV OHDG \RXU VWXGHQWV on an educational journey through Toyota Elephant Passage on a Zoo Ed-Venture Trek!

These immersive programs are aligned with Denver Zooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Toyota Elephant Passage Field Trip Discovery Units and Colorado Academic Standards. They take place entirely in Toyota Elephant Passage, with opportunities for observation, inquiry and discovery. Up to 30 participants Cost: $7/student (Sep-Feb) $8/student (March-May); Smaller groups will be charged for a minimum of 15 students Availability: Mon-Fri, Sep-May 'HQYHU =RR programs.denverzoo.org/register.asp $66(0%/< '(19(5 =22 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q <RXU &DPSXV Grades: Adaptable to grade Denver Zoo offers exciting and dynamic assemblies that take large groups of students on an educational safari around the world!

Zoo educators will engage your students with interactive and fun activities, and, of course, amazing live animals.

At Denver Zoo (up to 150 participants): Cost: $6/student (Sep-Feb) $7/student (March-May) Availability: Mon-Fri, Sep-May 10am, 11am, noon At your location (up to 250 participants): &RVW Ă&#x20AC;UVW DVVHPEO\ HDFK additional consecutive assembly.

Availability: Dates and times vary, offered year round 'HQYHU =RR programs.denverzoo.org/register.asp

=22 &/$66 '(19(5 =22 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Denver Zoo offers classroom opportunities for K-8th grade students to learn about a particular life science concept through live animal interactions, biofact (animal specimen) exploration, and hands-on activities. Up to 30 participants At Denver Zoo: Cost: $7/student (Sep-Feb) $8/student (March-May) Smaller groups will be charged for a minimum of 15 students Availability: Mon-Fri, Sep-May 10am., 11am, noon (max of three classes per day) At your location: &RVW Ă&#x20AC;UVW FODVV HDFK DGGLWLRQDO consecutive class.

Availability: Dates and times vary, offered year round Note: Enrichment & Afterschool Classes also available for larger & mixed-age audiences.

'HQYHU =RR programs.denverzoo.org/register.asp %81. :,7+ 7+( %($676 =22 OVERNIGHT )LHOG 7ULS DQG 2YHUQLJKW ([SHULHQFH Grades: Adaptable to grade Bunk with the Beasts is an overnight learning adventure at Denver Zoo, designed to encourage bonding time, shared projects and special zoo experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime. Come experience the wonder! Minimum age is 6 years old.

Cost: Call for cost and availability 'HQYHU =RR bunkwiththebeasts@denverzoo.org 720-337-1494

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)LHOG 7ULS )URP 9LVLWRU &HQWHU EXV HV GULYH WR VLWHV QHDUE\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Guides show touchable fossils in outcrops at sites: dinosaur footrpints, dinosaur bones, and plant impressions. Evidence of ancient environments (a seaway, beaches, a tidal channel, marshes, swamps, rivers and lakes) is explained. Concepts and features such as superposition, faults, a hogback, erosion, and EDVLQV DUH H[HPSOLĂ&#x20AC;HG DQG GLVFXVVHG Cost: $3 for students and adults, min. $36 Tours: M-F 10, 11:30, 1 'LQRVDXU 5LGJH dinoridge.org 303-697-3466x101 tours@dinoridge.org 7+( %8== $%287 %((6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Learn how important bees and other pollinators are to humans and plants during WKLV JXLGHG Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULS SURJUDP 6WXGHQWV will have the opportunity to explore the various stages of the honeybee life cycle and the intricacies of pollination and honey SURGXFWLRQ 7KLV Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULS LQFOXGHV D YLVLW WR the Apiary to see honeybees in action!

Cost: $120 per 60-minute program (max of 30 students and 3 chaperones); $4 per additional student (max of 10 additional students); $1 per additional chaperone.

Financial assistance available for qualifying groups.

Availability: April-Oct 7KH +XGVRQ *DUGHQV (YHQW &HQWHU hudsongardens.org 303-797-8565 ext. 306 education@hudsongardens.org

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE +$1'6 21 )81 ,1 1$785( )25 .,'6 9DULRXV /RFDWLRQV Grades: Adaptable to grade Thorne Nature Experience connects youth to nature through In-School, Field Trip, and Summer Camp Programs and Birthday Parties with fun, hands-on, place-based environmental education experiences in $GDPV %RXOGHU %URRPĂ&#x20AC;HOG 'RXJODV Counties!

Cost: Varies Availability: Inquire for availability 7KRUQH 1DWXUH ([SHULHQFH thornenature.org 303-499-3647 info@thornenature.org 6(/) *8,'(' 086(80 7285 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Lead your students on a tour at Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, a WWII-era Air Force hangar that houses more than 40 different aircraft, space vehicles and exhibits. Must have a minimum of 1 responsible adult chaperone for every 10 students. 70 student maximum.

Cost: $6 per student Availability: Year-round :LQJV 2YHU WKH 5RFNLHV $LU 6SDFH 0XVHXP WingsMuseum.org Christopher Wink 303.360.5360 x132 cwink@wingsmuseum.org

AVIATION EXPLORATION )LHOG 7ULS First grade and older Bring your students on an hour-long tour at Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, a WWII-era Air Force hangar that houses more than 40 different aircraft, space vehicles and exhibits. Learn about WKH SK\VLFV RI Ă LJKW DQG DLUFUDIW SURSXOVLRQ systems. The tour includes a viewing of Harrison Fordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 8 minute movie which imparts his love of aerospace. 70 students maximum Cost: $7 per student Availability: Year-round :LQJV 2YHU WKH 5RFNLHV $LU 6SDFH 0XVHXP WingsMuseum.org Christopher Wink 303.360.5360 x132 cwink@wingsmuseum.org 63($.(56 %85($8 2XWUHDFK SURJUDP Grades: Adaptable to grade Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Speakers Bureau is comprised of Wings Members with interesting aviation or aerospace backgrounds who have graciously volunteered their time and talent to speak to charitable, service, community and civic organizations. Visit our website to learn more about each speakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s subjects and to schedule a speaking engagement.

Cost: Donations accepted Availability: Year-round :LQJV 2YHU WKH 5RFNLHV $LU 6SDFH 0XVHXP WingsMuseum.org Hetty Carlson 303.360.5360 X130 hcarlson@WingsMuseum.org

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$9,$1 $'$37$7,216 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ $FWLYLW\ Grades: L, U During this interactive program, students will use tools representing beaks to â&#x20AC;&#x153;eatâ&#x20AC;? multiple types of bird food. They will determine the kind of food each beak is designed to eat.

7KLV DGDSWDWLRQ OHVVRQ LV D Ă&#x20AC;WWLQJ IROORZ XS program to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Barr Lake Bird Watchâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;Barr /DNH %DQGLQJ 6WDWLRQÂľ Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULSV Cost: $4/participant as an independent program or $1/participant as a followXS WR RQH RI RXU Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULSV $VN DERXW scholarships.

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%($87,)8/ %,5'6 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: L, U Students will learn how birdsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; physical features increase their ability to survive in Colorado habitats. Students will have the opportunity to creatively design their own habitat and a bird with adaptations to survive in their habitat. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fun combination of art and science! This is a great follow-up or pre-trip program to many of the Bird &RQVHUYDQF\Ň&#x2039;V Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULSV Cost: $4/participant as an independent program or $1/participant as a followXS WR RQH RI RXU Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULSV $VN DERXW scholarships.

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0,66 08))(7 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: L 6SRRNHG E\ D VSLGHU" <RXŇ&#x2039;UH QRW WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW 2XU educator brings the nursery rhyme to life with fun stories, and real spider friends, including Rosie! &RVW WUDYHO IRU Ă&#x20AC;UVW VHVVLRQ sequential sessions discounted.

Scholarships may be available to eligible schools. Max 30 students per program Availability: Year-round %XWWHUĂ \ 3DYLOLRQ Request a reservation online at: EXWWHUĂ LHV RUJ OHDUQ HGXFDWLRQ#EXWWHUĂ LHV RUJ )/877(5%< 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: L Watch as your classroom transforms before your eyes! Your groups will act out the EXWWHUĂ \ OLIH F\FOH OHDUQ WKH GLIIHUHQFHV EHWZHHQ PRWKV DQG EXWWHUĂ LHV DQG PHHW D real hungry caterpillar friend. &RVW WUDYHO IRU Ă&#x20AC;UVW VHVVLRQ sequential sessions discounted Scholarships may be available to eligible schools. Maximum 30 students per program.

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($57+ %$//221 2Q &DPSXV 2XWUHDFK RQO\ Grades: L Calling all young explorers! Learn about continents, countries, rivers, mountains and oceans with a one-of-a-kind look at the Earth from inside our 26-foot-tall Earth Balloon.

Best for grades K to 3rd.

Cost: $175 per session within the sevencounty region.

Availability: Year-round (M-F 9:30-3:30) &KLOGUHQŇ&#x2039;V 0XVHXP RI 'HQYHU mychildsmuseum.org 303-561-0113 studentvisits@cmdenver.org CIRCLE OF LIFE *UDGHV / Field Trip or On-Campus Outreach Read, sing and dance your way through the life cycles of living things and learn about the adaptations that help animals survive and thrive. Best for grades Pre-K to 1st.

Cost: Outreach, $150 per session within the seven-county region. Field Trip- $8 per child Availability: Year-round, Mon-Fri, 9:30am3:30pm &KLOGUHQŇ&#x2039;V 0XVHXP RI 'HQYHU mychildsmuseum.org 303-561-0113 studentvisits@cmdenver.org 67$5 /$% *UDGHV / On-Campus Outreach only Climb inside our portable planetarium and explore the night sky. Students will identify and locate constellations and enjoy starinspired myths and legends from diverse world cultures. Best for grades K to 3rd.

Cost: $175 per session within the sevencounty region Availability: Year-round ((Mon-Fri, 9:30am3:30pm) &KLOGUHQŇ&#x2039;V 0XVHXP RI 'HQYHU mychildsmuseum.org 303-561-0113 studentvisits@cmdenver.org

678))(( Â&#x152; )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV 2XWUHDFK Grades: L Stuffeeâ&#x201E;˘ is a one-of-a-kind ambassador for health. Learn all about your body and how it functions inside and out while getting tips for staying healthy. Best for grades Pre-K to 1st.

Cost: Outreach, $150 per session within the seven-county region. Field Trip- $8 per child Availability: Year-round, Mon-Fri, 9:30am3:30pm &KLOGUHQŇ&#x2039;V 0XVHXP RI 'HQYHU mychildsmuseum.org 303-561-0113 studentvisits@cmdenver.org 02/$5 (;3(',7,21 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV 2XWUHDFK Grades: L, Best for grades Pre-K to K Healthy teeth make for healthy, happy kids! In this interactive program, students will get into the act and explore all the ways we can keep our teeth healthy. Kids will learn about the importance of taking care of our smiles, and HYHQ MRLQ IRUFHV ZLWK D GHQWLVW IULHQG WR Ă&#x20AC;JKW cavities and germs! .

Cost: Outreach, $150 per session within the seven-county region. Field Trip- $8 per child Availability: Year-round, Mon-Fri, 9:30am3:30pm &KLOGUHQŇ&#x2039;V 0XVHXP RI 'HQYHU mychildsmuseum.org 303-561-0113 studentvisits@cmdenver.org KINETIC ENGINEERS )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV 2XWUHDFK Grades: L Calling all young engineers! Students will work in teams to complete design challenges and investigate force and motion by building and testing different ramps and pathways.

This program will get kids thinking and exploring like scientists and engineers! Best for 2nd grade.

Cost: Outreach, $150 per session within the seven-county region. Field Trip- $8 per child Availability: Year-round, Mon-Fri, 9:30am3:30pm &KLOGUHQŇ&#x2039;V 0XVHXP RI 'HQYHU mychildsmuseum.org 303-561-0113 studentvisits@cmdenver.org

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE &+$7),(/' ),(/' 75,36 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Outside the city limits, Denver Botanic *DUGHQV DW &KDWĂ&#x20AC;HOG KRXVHV D ZRUNLQJ IDUP D KLVWRULF UDQFK FRORUIXO EXWWHUĂ LHV and learning opportunities in abundance. &KDWĂ&#x20AC;HOG SURJUDPV DUH DYDLODEOH LQ limited seasons each year. Check botanicgardens.org for more programs for schools and teachers.

Cost: $5 per student, scholarships available Availability: April, May, Sep and Oct 'HQYHU %RWDQLF *DUGHQV DW &KDWĂ&#x20AC;HOG botanicgardens.org 720-865-3580 registrar@botanicgardens.org

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0(7$0253+26,6 029(6 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: L &RORUDGR %DOOHW DQG WKH %XWWHUĂ \ 3DYLOLRQ collaborate on this workshop. Students learn DERXW WKH OLIH F\FOH RI WKH EXWWHUĂ \ WKURXJK movement in this interactive dance and science class. &RVW WUDYHO IRU Ă&#x20AC;UVW VHVVLRQ sequential sessions discounted Scholarships may be available for eligible schools.

Availability: Sep-May Year-round &RORUDGR %DOOHW %XWWHUĂ \ 3DYLOLRQ FRORUDGREDOOHW RUJ EXWWHUĂ LHV RUJ Request a reservation online at EXWWHUĂ LHV RUJ OHDUQ *8,'(' *$5'(1 ),(/' 75,36 ,1 635,1* $1' )$// )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U, M Our Guided Explorations emphasize student-led discovery in age-appropriate experiences. Broaden your elementary studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; knowledge, make observations, and tackle lessons made real with hands-on experiences. Younger students explore the *DUGHQV ZLWK WKHLU Ă&#x20AC;YH VHQVHV DQG SODQW something to take home. Guides will help you explore Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s environment, encourage developing skills and understand the world of plants. See botanicgardens.org for lists of programs for schools and teachers.

Cost: $5 per student, scholarships available Availability: April, May, Sep and Oct 'HQYHU %RWDQLF *DUGHQV botanicgardens.org 720-865-3580 registrar@botanicgardens.org

JOURNEY TO THE RAINFOREST )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Take a break from the cold and visit our living and growing indoor rainforest. Through a guided exploration of the rainforest and hands-on activities, students will learn about various rainforest plants, their adaptations, how rainforest plants are used in their daily lives and ways that the rainforest is different from Colorado.

Cost: $5 per student, scholarships available Availability: Dates in Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb and March 'HQYHU %RWDQLF *DUGHQV botanicgardens.org 720-865-3580 registrar@botanicgardens.org *$5'(1 ',6&29(5< '$<6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L Discovery Days offer a unique mix of garden exploration, guided activities and self-guided activities. Groups can visit a variety of guided and self-guided stations throughout the Gardens at their own pace. At each station there is an activity related to the theme of the Discovery Day. In between stations, groups are encouraged to explore the Gardens on their own. Choose from Plant Discovery Day $SULO DQG 6HS RU &HOHEUDWLQJ :LOGĂ RZHUV Week (May).

Cost: $3.25 per student, scholarships available Availability: April, May and Sep â&#x20AC;&#x201C; available selected weeks 'HQYHU %RWDQLF *DUGHQV botanicgardens.org 720-865-3580 registrar@botanicgardens.org

$57 $1' 1$785( *8,'(' 352*5$0 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U As the living landscape changes through a GD\ RU VHDVRQ HDFK DUWLVWŇ&#x2039;V ZRUN UHĂ HFWV and contrasts with its surroundings. Students will explore a diversity of gardens and artworks through hands-on activities that link different elements of the curriculum. Always changing, check botanicgardens.org for more information for schools and teachers.

Cost: $5 per student, scholarships available.

Availability: Changes seasonally and with exhibits 'HQYHU %RWDQLF *DUGHQV botanicgardens.org 720-865-3580 registrar@botanicgardens.org

Look for a special SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES listing of professional development for teachers and camps/class for kids.

Available in February at sccollaborative.org!

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE ),(/' 75,3 $'9(1785(6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U, M 0D[LPL]H WKH OHDUQLQJ LPSDFW RI \RXU Ă&#x20AC;HOG trip time with a thrilling Field Trip Adventure.

Choose from one of the preplanned, 3 to 3.5 hour experiences that combine hands on investigations in one of our state-of-theart Exploration Studios, visits to special exhibitions, and more. For example, as part of our preK-2 program Dino Detectives, students become paleontologists and uncover clues from the past in order to imagine what it was like when Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s state fossil, Stegosaurus, roamed the land.

They also explore the Discovery Zoneâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;an area especially designed for young children and chock-full with a dinosaur dig pit, water table, and engaging shows and facilitations.

See website for information on other Field Trip Adventures including a special Poison/ Sherlock Holmes Adventure! We provide a detailed itinerary for each, and all support the Colorado Academic Standards.

Cost: See website for information.

Scholarships available.

Availability: Sep-May 'HQYHU 0XVHXP RI 1DWXUH 6FLHQFH dmns.org/teachers LETâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GET GROWING! )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Take your students on a plant adventure with this self-guided activity pack! Through hands-on activities, students discover plant diversity at The Gardens, explore a plantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life cycle from small seed to tasty vegetable, and observe bee pollination in action. This pack includes materials for a seed growing activity to help you continue your plant investigation in the classroom.

Cost: $30 rental fee per activity pack plus a $10 refundable deposit per group. Rental fee includes admission for a max of 10 students and 1 chaperone. Multiple packs available. Additional chaperones are $1 each. Financial assistance available for qualifying groups.

Availability: May-Sep 7KH +XGVRQ *DUGHQV (YHQW &HQWHU hudsongardens.org 303-797-8565 ext. 306 education@hudsongardens.org

FROG HUNT )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Did you know that frogs use their eyeballs to swallow? Or that they eat their own skin?

Your students will discover the answers to these questions and many more as they observe live frogs in their natural habitat using this self-guided activity pack. Guided by PDWHULDOV VXFK DV ELQRFXODUV GLYLQJ Ă&#x20AC;QV DQG an interpretive model of the frog life cycle, this program imparts important lessons about life cycles, adaptations, and communication.

Cost: $30 rental fee per activity pack plus a $10 refundable deposit per group. Rental fee includes admission for a max of 10 students and 1 chaperone. Multiple packs available. Additional chaperones are $1 each. Financial assistance available for qualifying groups.

Availability: May-Sep 7KH +XGVRQ *DUGHQV (YHQW &HQWHU hudsongardens.org 303-797-8565 ext.306 education@hudsongardens.org 0$.,1* 6(16( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L 8VLQJ WKHLU Ă&#x20AC;YH VHQVHV DV D JXLGH VWXGHQWV discover the array of colors, noises, scents, and textures that make up the plant world.

From a search for smells in the Chocolate Garden to a sound mystery, this activity pack will help guide your students as they uncover the sensory characteristics of several features of The Gardens.

Cost: $30 rental fee per activity pack plus a $10 refundable deposit per group. Rental fee includes admission for a max of 10 students and 1 chaperone. Multiple packs available. Additional chaperones are $1 each. Financial assistance available for qualifying groups Availability: May-Sep 7KH +XGVRQ *DUGHQV (YHQW &HQWHU hudsongardens.org 303-797-8565 ext. 306 education@hudsongardens.org

:22'/$1' :21'(56 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Have you ever wondered what Dr. Seuss had to say about trees? Choose this â&#x20AC;&#x153;inWUHH DFWLYH Âľ VHOI JXLGHG MRXUQH\ WR Ă&#x20AC;QG RXW Exploring real tree specimens and products supplied in an activity pack, your students will discover the basics of tree anatomy and gain an understanding of the important role that trees play in our everyday lives.

Cost: $30 rental fee per activity pack plus a $10 refundable deposit per group. Rental fee includes admission for a max of 10 students and 1 chaperone. Multiple packs available. Additional chaperones are $1 each. Financial assistance available for qualifying groups.

Availability: April-Oct 7KH +XGVRQ *DUGHQV (YHQW &HQWHU hudsongardens.org 303-797-8565 ext. 306 education@hudsongardens.org LEAF LOOKOUT )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Celebrate fall with an exploration of The Gardensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; changing colors! The materials in this activity pack will help your students learn why leaves change color as they search for leaves of all shapes, sizes, and colors. This self-guided fall journey wraps up with a visit to the Pumpkin Patch and straw bale maze!

Cost: $30 rental fee per activity pack plus a $10 refundable deposit per group. Rental fee includes admission for a max of 10 students and 1 chaperone. Multiple packs available. Additional chaperones are $1 each. Financial assistance available for qualifying groups.

Availability: Sep-Oct 7KH +XGVRQ *DUGHQV (YHQW &HQWHU hudsongardens.org 303-797-8565 ext. 306 education@hudsongardens.org

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE SECRET SPACES )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U In addition to thousands of plants, The Gardens are also home to wildlife including fox, geese, coyotes, insects, turtles and more! By examining various animal habitats and adaptations using materials supplied in an activity pack, students will uncover the reasons why wildlife seek refuge and how they survive in the “secret spaces” of an urban habitat.

Cost: $30 rental fee per activity pack plus a $10 refundable deposit per group. Rental fee includes admission for a max of 10 students and 1 chaperone. Multiple packs available. Additional chaperones are $1 each. Financial assistance available for qualifying groups.

Availability: April-Oct 7KH +XGVRQ *DUGHQV (YHQW &HQWHU hudsongardens.org 303-797-8565 ext. 306 education@hudsongardens.org

NATURE HUNT )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Students always love a good old-fashioned scavenger hunt! The self-guided Nature Hunt will encourage students to discover the hidden sights, sounds, and scents of the Gardens’ plants and wildlife in every season.

Cost: $30 rental fee per activity pack plus a $10 refundable deposit per group. Rental fee includes admission for a max of 10 students and 1 chaperone. Multiple packs available. Additional chaperones are $1 each. Financial assistance available for qualifying groups.

Availability: Year-round 7KH +XGVRQ *DUGHQV (YHQW &HQWHU hudsongardens.org 303-797-8565 ext. 306 education@hudsongardens.org '2.725 .$%220 /,9( :,5( THE ELECTRICITY SHOW )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Doktor Kaboom will explore the fundamentals of electrical energy and the history of humanity’s adventures into its potential. At WKH GDZQ RI WKH WK FHQWXU\ PDQNLQG ÀUVW harnessed the power of electricity, the world changed and the journey still continues.

Cost: $5/student (up to 10 chaperones free) Availability: Sep 30, 2015 Lone Tree Arts Center LoneTreeArtsCenter.org/schools 720-509-1000 $VKOH\ 9DQGHU:HJ#FLW\RÁRQHWUHH FRP

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FLIGHT ENGINEER )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U This hour and a half long tour is an unabridged version of the Aviation Exploration tour. Students will learn the basics of the IRXU IRUFHV RI ÁLJKW DQG KRZ DLUFUDIW FRQWURO VXUIDFHV ZRUN E\ EXLOGLQJ DQG Á\LQJ D EDOVD plane. The program includes a viewing of Harrison Ford’s 8 minute movie that shares his love of aerospace. 70 student maximum Cost: $8 per student Availability: Year-round :LQJV 2YHU WKH 5RFNLHV $LU 6SDFH 0XVHXP WingsMuseum.org Christopher Wink 303.360.5360 x132 cwink@wingsmuseum.org 5203,1* 67203,1* ',126$856 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L Your two-hour self-guided visit includes a 30-minute math and life science exploration facilitated by WOW! staff. Hold a baby Stegosaurus. Compare your foot to big and small dinosaur tracks. Look inside a dinosaur’s lunchbox. Make a dinosaur fossil FUDIW 9LVLW RXU ZHEVLWH IRU PRUH DERXW ÀHOG trips and outreach programs.

Cost: Scholarships available, please check our website.

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE UPPER ELEMENTARY 0,*5$725< 0$33,1* 25 0,*5$725< '$7$ 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: U, M Students have the opportunity to use real VFLHQWLĂ&#x20AC;F GDWD WR IXUWKHU WKHLU XQGHUVWDQGLQJ of migratory patterns and discover factors that drive bird migration. In the Migratory Mapping program, students use bird banding data to map migratory routes of four bird species banded at the Bird Conservancyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Barr Lake State Park banding station.

The Migratory Data program will focus on students analyzing and graphing the data of four bird species banded at the Bird Conservancyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s banding station. This program is a suitable follow-up program to a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Barr Lake Bird Bandingâ&#x20AC;? trip..

Cost: $4/participant as an independent program or $1/participant as a follow-up RXU Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULSV $VN DERXW VFKRODUVKLSV Availability: Year-round %LUG &RQVHUYDQF\ RI WKH 5RFNLHV IRUPDOO\ 5RFN\ 0RXQWDLQ %LUG 2EVHUYDWRU\

birdconservancy.org 303-659-4348 ext. 10 peggy.watson@birdconservancy.org 5$',&$/ 5$,1)25(676 $66(0%/< 352*5$0 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: U, M Bugs arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t so little when theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re projected onto a giant screen! More students than ever before can get SUPER close to bugs as we journey through one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most fascinating biomes - the rainforest! Request a UHVHUYDWLRQ RQOLQH DW EXWWHUĂ LHV RUJ OHDUQ Cost: Check website for pricing and mileage fees.

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%$/$1&( $1' 027,21 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U, L %DODQFH DQG 0RWLRQ LV D Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULS RU LQ VFKRRO workshop recommended for kindergarten through 5th grade. Students will explore on and off balance and work with partners and props while developing their motor skills through fun movement activities.

Cost: $100 Availability: Sep-May &RORUDGR %DOOHW coloradoballet.com 303-339-1619 samantha.hyde@coloradoballet.org 7202552:Ň&#x2039;6 02817$,16 &/,0$7( &8/785( $1' &216(59$7,21 ,1 +,*+ PLACES 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U, M, H Recognize the effects of climate change on mountain environments. Through handson activities and a museum tour, students will learn about global climates and the importance of glaciers. This class encourages small group interaction and decision-making, as students make observations and discuss solutions.

Cost: Call or check website Availability: Year-round Location: American Mountaineering Center (AMC) and Bradford Washburn Mountaineering Museum &RORUDGR 0RXQWDLQ &OXE cmc.org/yep 303-996-2751 yep@cmc.org

&2/25$'2Ň&#x2039;6 *(2/2*< ² 02817$,16 72 0(6$6 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U, M, H The rocks of Colorado tell an exciting story of landscapes that were far different than what we see today. Learn how to make good observations of rocks, how the rocks were IRUPHG EDVHG RQ WKHLU VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F FKDUDFWHULVWLFV and how past geologic environments relate to the places where we live and recreate.

Cost: call or check website Availability: Year-round Location: American Mountaineering Center or school classroom &RORUDGR 0RXQWDLQ &OXE cmc.org/yep 303-996-2751 yep@cmc.org 02817$,1 6$)(7< 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U Preparing for a trip to the mountains is part of the adventure! Learn about essential clothing and equipment, practice Leave No Trace outdoor ethics, and develop decision-making for survival situations.

Cost: call or check website Availability: Year-round Location: American Mountaineering Center or school classroom &RORUDGR 0RXQWDLQ &OXE cmc.org/yep 303-996-2751 yep@cmc.org

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%8* %,7(6 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: U, M Bone(less) appetite! Explore the world of insects with an unexpected sense--taste!

Discover the role of insects in exotic diets as you crunch your way around the world.

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE &2/25$'2 :($7+(5 )520 7+( 02817$,16 72 7+( 3/$,16 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U Gain awareness of Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s variable weather through observation and investigation. Cloud types, wind, and topography all provide clues about local weather. Our experiments with static electricity using a Van der Graff generator are hair-raising and fun!

Cost: call or check website Availability: Year-round Location: American Mountaineering Center (AMC), school classrooms, or outreach location &RORUDGR 0RXQWDLQ &OXE cmc.org/yep 303-996-2751 yep@cmc.org

0$7+127(6 ,17(*5$7(' 0$7+ $1' 086,& 352*5$0 Assembly Grades: U, L An innovative and popular integrated arts program highlighting the relationships between music and mathematics, and how each can help explain the other. The Steadfast Tin Soldier program can be combined with MathNotes for schools that also want a program for lower elementary grade students.

Cost: $800 for two back-to-back performances. Financial assistance is available.

Availability: Sep-May &RORUDGR 6\PSKRQ\ coloradosymphony.org Shari Myers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 303-534-0755 smyers@coloradosymphony.org

086,& 2) /,)( ,17(*5$7(' /,)( 6&,(1&( $1' 086,& 352*5$0 Assembly Grades: U, L An imaginative integrated arts program. EcoV\VWHPV DQG WKH OLIH F\FOH RI WKH EXWWHUĂ \ DUH combined with music concepts like theme and variations, and melodic development.

This program pairs well with Aesopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fables or Tunji and the Giant for schools that also want a program for lower elementary grade students.

Cost: $800 for two back-to-back performances. Financial assistance is available.

Availability: Sep-May &RORUDGR 6\PSKRQ\ coloradosymphony.org Shari Myers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 303-534-0755 smyers@coloradosymphony.org

7+( (&26<67(06 2) &+$7),(/' )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U 'LVFRYHU &KDWĂ&#x20AC;HOGŇ&#x2039;V GLYHUVH HFRV\VWHPV while learning about habitats, animal adaptations and connections between the living and nonliving components of an ecosystem. During this guided program, students will participate in interactive activities while visiting the wetlands, the riparian ecosystem and the farm. After the guided portion, students can complete a self-guided scavenger hunt and bird walk.

(Outdoors, except during inclement weather).

Cost: $5 per student, scholarships available Availability: Sep, Nov, March, April and May 'HQYHU %RWDQLF *DUGHQV DW &KDWĂ&#x20AC;HOG botanicgardens.org 720-865-3580 registrar@botanicgardens.org

&/$66(6 /$%6 $66(0%/,(6 2Q &DPSXV DFWLYLW\ Grades: U, M Science learning is interactive and memorable in these programs featuring hands-on, inquiry-based activities and authentic Museum collections.

Cost: Starting at $200, limited scholarships available. Travel fees may apply.

Availability: Year-round 'HQYHU 0XVHXP RI 1DWXUH 6FLHQFH dmns.org/teachers SCIENTISTS IN ACTION 2Q &DPSXV 'LVWDQFH /HDUQLQJ Grades: U, M Want to take your students on an amazing Ă&#x20AC;HOG WULS" &RQQHFW \RXU VWXGHQWV GLUHFWO\ ZLWK scientists during live 45-minute broadcasts IURP Ă&#x20AC;HOG VLWHV RU UHVHDUFK ODEV Cost: FREE Availability: As Scheduled 'HQYHU 0XVHXP RI 1DWXUH 6FLHQFH dmns.org/teachers VIRTUAL CLASSES 2Q &DPSXV 'LVWDQFH /HDUQLQJ Grades: U, M Experience, explore, and engage with the Museum without leaving your classroom through interactive distance learning. Marvel at the human body with our comprehensive health programs and prepare for art and science to collide through Art Station Titan and our new Sculpt-a-Saurus programs, all taught by professional Museum educators.

Cost: $140/class; $120/each additional class. Scholarships available Availability: Year-round, software & Skype connections available 'HQYHU 0XVHXP RI 1DWXUH 6FLHQFH dmns.org/teachers $7 <285 /2&$7,21 :,7+ =22 6(59,&( /($51,1* 352*5$06 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: U, H Community Leadership Programs engage students in wildlife and environmental-based service-learning projects in their communities.

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE -867 .((3 6:,00,1* 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: U, M, H 0HHW D IHZ RI &RORUDGRŇ&#x2039;V JDPH Ă&#x20AC;VK DV ZH explore their habitats and biology. Students OHDUQ DERXW QDWLYH DQG QRQQDWLYH Ă&#x20AC;VK VSHFLHV DTXDWLF HFRORJ\ Ă&#x20AC;VK DQDWRP\ DQG DGDSWDWLRQ 7KHQ ZH KLW WKH Ă&#x20AC;HOG RU J\P IRU FDVWLQJ JDPHV ZLWK DFWXDO Ă&#x20AC;VKLQJ URGV 7KLV program can also be taught at a lake and VWXGHQWV FDQ H[SHULHQFH UHDO Ă&#x20AC;VKLQJ 3OHDVH contact ELK to select the most convenient location for you.

Cost: Call or email for pricing Availability: Year-round Program Length: dependent on participant numbers (QYLURQPHQWDO /HDUQLQJ IRU .LGV elkkids.org 303.291.7693 Amy Wright awright@elkkids.org POLYGON PATTERNS 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: U, L Geometry, statistics and algebraic relationships come to life! Students will create sumptuous polygon color patterns and learn to use them to collect and represent data.

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TEACH THE TEACHERS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 52%27,&6 7($0 '(9(/230(17 5HVRXUFH Grades: U, M, H If you are a STEM school or simply a technology teacher looking for great STEAM/ STEM opportunities for your students, this is for you. This all-day session will give you the tools and information needed to lead a robotics team that can represent your school at the next Parker Rover Rally. Up to three teachers may register for the price of one admission. Staff or parent volunteers allowed.

School Team Rover Rally Vehicle Kit is included in the fee. Ask your PTO for support and start a robotics team at your school.

Cost: $200 (8 hour workshop) and $250 Vehicle Kit Availability: Oct. 9, Dec. 18 or March 18, 8am-4pm 3DUNHU $UWV &XOWXUH DQG (YHQWV Center Parkerarts.org 303.805.6800 NĂ HWFKHU#SDUNHURQOLQH RUJ

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)/,*+7 $'9(1785( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: U, M, H /HDUQ WKH EDVLFV RI WKH SK\VLFV RI Ă LJKW DQG aircraft propulsion systems in this hour and a half tour at Wings. Students will learn the basic functions of aircraft instruments by XVLQJ RXU GHVNWRS Ă LJKW VLPXODWRUV IRU minutes. The tour includes Harrison Fordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 8 minute movie which imparts his love of aerospace. 50 student maximum Cost: $8 per student Availability: Year-round :LQJV 2YHU WKH 5RFNLHV $LU 6SDFH 0XVHXP WingsMuseum.org Christopher Wink 303.360.5360 x132 cwink@WingsMuseum.org SCIENCE WITH WINGS 2XWUHDFK SURJUDP Grades: U, M, H Science with Wings is an educational outreach program that will bring interactive science demonstrations to your classroom.

7KHVH GHPRQVWUDWLRQV ZLOO WHDFK VFLHQWLĂ&#x20AC;F principles to students in a fun, interactive way.

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SCIENCE, MATH AND NATURE MIDDLE SCHOOL ),(/' 75,3 :,7+ &$5((5 :25.6+23 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H Denver Zoo offers a variety of career workshop topics for middle and high school groups, as well as organized programs for individual teens. Maximum of 30 students.

Cost: $420 Sep-Feb $480 March-May Availability: Weekdays, Sep-Apr; weekends are possible, call 720-337-1408 to arrange.

'HQYHU =RR programs.denverzoo.org/register.asp =22 6&,(1&( /$%6 ´3223 72 32:(5 *$6,),&$7,21 $7 '(19(5 =22Âľ )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H Explore the science of sustainable energy through this unique, lab-based workshop at Denver Zoo. Design, construct and test miniJDVLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQ UHDFWRUV LQ WKLV KRXU SURJUDP highlighting how trash becomes energetic treasure in our newest exhibit, Toyota Elephant Passage. Maximum of 30 students.

Cost: $630 Sep â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Feb $720 March-May Availability: Weekdays, Sep-May; Weekends are possible, call 720-337-1408 to arrange 'HQYHU =RR programs.denverzoo.org/register.asp NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE (;3/25,1* 7+( 5(' 3/$1(7 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H Go behind the scenes of National Geographic in this Explorer Talk with NASA Engineer Kobie Boykins. Few events in the last decade of space exploration have captured the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s imagination like NASAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ongoing Mars Exploration Program. Join Boykins for an engaging look at exploring the Red Planet, with an update on the very latest chapter in the ongoing story of Mars exploration.

Cost: $10/student (up to 10 chaperones free) Availability: Oct 26, 2015 Lone Tree Arts Center LoneTreeArtsCenter.org/schools 720-509-1000 $VKOH\ YDQGHUZHJ#FLW\RĂ RQHWUHH FRP

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE 3$66,21 '5($0 2) $ /,)(7,0( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H Go behind the scenes of National Geographic in this Explorer Talk with Mountaineer Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner. Her unstoppable appetite for adventure drove Gerlinde to blaze a trail into the male domain of high altitude mountaineering. Meet this astonishing mountaineer and share the dramatic story of how she prepared for and triumphed on K2, earning recognition as National Geographicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Explorer of the Year, EHFRPLQJ WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW ZRPDQ WR VXPPLW DOO 8,000 meter peaks without oxygen in the process.

Cost: $10/student (up to 10 chaperones free) Availability: Feb 22, 2016 Lone Tree Arts Center LoneTreeArtsCenter.org/schools 720-509-1000 $VKOH\ YDQGHUZHJ#FLW\RĂ RQHWUHH FRP 62 62/,' 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: M 6WXGHQWV OHDUQ WR GUDZ WKH Ă&#x20AC;YH EDVLF geometric solids. Creating increasingly complex stacked arrangements of these shapes, participants will integrate art, geometry and spatial thinking. Program run WLPH LV Ă H[LEOH Ă´ RU KRXUV Cost: $8/person (minimum fee $160) Availability: Year-round 0$&& DW WKH 5REHUW ( /RXS -&& maccjcc.org 303-316-6360 bcoplan@jccdenver.org

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TEACHER WORKSHOPS/RESOURCES 5HVRXUFH Grades: PD Enhance your teaching with our interactive workshops. Designed to correlate with academic standards, our workshops are interdisciplinary combining science content with art, literature, inquiry, and more! Register RQOLQH DW EXWWHUĂ LHV RUJ OHDUQ &UHGLW LV available through CO School of Mines.

Cost: Varies by Workshop Availability: Year-round %XWWHUĂ \ 3DYLOLRQ EXWWHUĂ LHV RUJ OHDUQ UHJLVWUDU#EXWWHUĂ LHV RUJ

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5HVRXUFH Grades: PD DMNS offers engaging science education courses, workshops, and webinars for teachers at all grade levels including ECE. Designed to meet the needs of teachers, these programs provide inquiry-based ideas and approaches in teaching science, current ideas and practices in VFLHQWLĂ&#x20AC;F UHVHDUFK DQG KLJKOLJKW UHVRXUFHV IURP the museum for the classroom.

Cost: See website for information Availability: Year-round 'HQYHU 0XVHXP RI 1DWXUH 6FLHQFH dmns.org/teachers WINGS OVER THE ROCKIES TEACHER )/,*+7 352*5$0 )URQW 5DQJH 6FKRRO 'LVWULFWV Grades: PD &RPH Ă \ LQ D 6WHDUPDQ ELSODQH IRU free! Front Range STEM teachers can LQWURGXFH WKH ZRUOG RI Ă LJKW WR WKHLU VWXGHQWV by becoming a Teacher Envoy with the Wings Over the Rockies Teacher Flight 3URJUDP $IWHU D Ă LJKW LQ RXU FRPSOHWHO\ restored 1942 Stearman biplane, Teacher Envoys can share the educational resources and attractions found at Wings with their students. The participating teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entire school population will receive a one-time free admission pass to explore the Museum with a parent or one Teacher Envoy per school.

Cost: Free Availability: Year-round :LQJV 2YHU WKH 5RFNLHV $LU 6SDFH 0XVHXP WingsTeacherFlight.org Hetty Carlson 303.360.5360 x130 HCarlson@WingsMuseum.org WINGS AEROSPACE SCIENCE 352*5$0 5HVRXUFH Grades: PD Physics curriculum and resources for third to eighth grade classrooms! Wings Aerospace Science Program (W.A.S.P.) is an inquirybased kit developed by teachers. The kit uses the thrill of aviation to spark studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; interest in science. Each lesson includes hands-on, multidisciplinary activities to illustrate core science concepts such as process and inquiry, physical science, life science, earth DQG VSDFH VFLHQFH DQG WKH VFLHQWLĂ&#x20AC;F PHWKRG Cost: Free Availability: Year-round :LQJV 2YHU WKH 5RFNLHV $LU 6SDFH 0XVHXP :LQJV0XVHXP RUJ Hetty Carlson 303.360.5360 x130 hcarlson@WingsMuseum.org

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SOCIAL SCIENCE, HISTORY AND WORLD CULTURES 086(80 $1' 3,21((5 $576 '$<6 25 &8/785$/ $576 '$<6 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Integrate the arts into your curriculum with workshops taught by professional artists using arts to explore Colorado history and ZRUOG FXOWXUHV 6SHFLĂ&#x20AC;F ZRUNVKRSV DQG programs for: Songs and Tales from Colorado Trails, Molly Brown, Pre-Revolutionary America, Shakespeare, Native Americans, African Arts and Interactive Storytelling. For complete program listing & descriptions visit arvadacenter.org/education/arts-day. Field Trips include assembly style programs, your choice of interactive workshop(s), and docent lead tours and activities in our history museum. Outreaches are scheduled and designed based on the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs.

Cost: Student $4 to $11; Adult: $4 to $11.

Assembly $250 to $500. Discounts are available for Title 1 schools and ADA groups.

Availability: Outreach Year-round/ Daily, In-house programs run 9am to 4pm, Mon-Fri $UYDGD &HQWHU IRU WKH $UWV DQG +XPDQLWLHV arvadacenter.org 720-898-7240 amachacek@arvadacenter.org '(/$1(< )$50 +,6725,& 6,7( 7285 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Experience 1870s homesteading life on a guided walking tour and program at this historic farm site including Gully Homestead House and DeLaney Round Barn.

Cost: $2/student; 1 adult free/10 students Availability: Mar-Oct $XURUD +LVWRU\ 0XVHXP auroramuseum.org 303-739-6663 jlira@auroragov.org

&2/25$'2 5$,/52$' +,6725< )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade The Museum interprets the impact of railroads on Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s development, both economically and socially. Advance reservations are required for childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s groups. Groups will have time to visit the Museum exhibits and grounds, plus time for lunch in the picnic area if desired. A maximum of 60 children per group, and all groups must be supervised at all times.

Cost: $4 per child; 1 adult supervisor for every 7 children (ages 10 and up); 1 supervisor for every 5 children (under 10). Supervisors receive free Museum admission Availability: Year-round &RORUDGR 5DLOURDG 0XVHXP ColoradoRailroadMuseum.org 303-279-4591 Info@CRRM.org

$57,)$&7 7581. &2/25$'2 5$,/52$'6 ² 72 35(6(17 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade 7KH ´WUXQNÂľ LV Ă&#x20AC;OOHG ZLWK DUWLIDFWV DFWLYLWLHV and teaching materials. Objects include a working steam engine model, costumes, model train cars and much more. A curriculum, teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; background information, colorful signs and fun activities are all included to help demonstrate the importance of railroads on Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s geographic, cultural and economic history.

Cost: $25 deposit upon checking out trunk (refunded with the return of materials) Availability: Year-round &RORUDGR 5DLOURDG 0XVHXP ColoradoRailroadMuseum.org 303-279-4591 Info@CRRM.org

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SOCIAL SCIENCE, HISTORY AND WORLD CULTURES $57 &8/785( 72856 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade These in-depth interactive tours encourage students to examine objects and ideas from world cultures. Students are led in games, discussion, artmaking, writing, and collaborative work. Tours include: Africa, American Indian, Japan, New World, Architecture, Art of Architecture Tour + Artmaking. Tours address 21st Century Skills and 2009 CO Academic Standards.

Cost: FREE for students and adult chaperones; one chaperone for every 10 students. Divide class into groups of 10.

Bus transportation funding assistance available for designated Title I schools to cover up to 50% of total costs.

Availability: Tues-Fri at 9:45am & 11am starting Sep 22, 2015.

Field trip reservations must be booked at least three weeks in advance. To reserve, call 720-913-0088 or email groupsales@ denverartmuseum.org.

'HQYHU $UW 0XVHXP creativity.denverartmuseum.org/schooltours/ '5$0$7,& /($51,1*Â&#x152; 62&,$/ 6&,(1&( $1' +,6725< 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Dramatic Learningâ&#x201E;˘ is a tailored in-school program, which uses theatre exercises to teach any curriculum (history, poetry, science, math, etc.).Workshops are led by experienced teaching artists who address multiple learning styles and require full participation from students and teachers.

Past workshops include: Ellis Island Experience, Ancient Civilizations, Economics and Personal Finance, Civil Rights, Colorado History, US Government and more.

Cost: $75 per class Availability: Sep-May 'HQYHU &HQWHU IRU WKH Performing Arts denvercenter.org 303-893-6006 dsaphier@dcpa.org

$*5,&8/785( 086(80 7285 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Students will discover what life was like on an early 20th century farm before modern technology. Options include creating your own Victory Garden, participating in a livestock auction and hayrides.

Cost: $4/student, $3/chaperone, teacher/ free; Discounts available for multiple tours Availability: Year-round /DNHZRRG +HULWDJH &HQWHU lakewood.org 303-987-7879 katylew@lakewood.org &200(5&,$/ *52:7+ 086(80 7285 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade What do a diner, variety store, and beauty salon have in common? All were types of businesses that contributed to commercial growth after World War II. Students will explore the White Way Grill, 88-cent Store and other buildings with math activities and hands-on artifacts to learn how much a â&#x20AC;&#x153;bun pup with cow feedâ&#x20AC;? cost and which games kids played in the 1950s.

Cost: $4/student, $3/chaperone, teacher/ free; Discounts available for multiple tours Availability: Year-round /DNHZRRG +HULWDJH &HQWHU lakewood.org 303-987-7879 katylew@lakewood.org &20081,7< &8/785( ,1 7+( +20( 086(80 7285 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade What was home life like for children in the 1920s and 1930s? Students will experience a 1920s school day, kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; jobs on a farm and life during the struggles of the Great Depression.

Cost: $4/student, $3/chaperone, teacher/ free; Discounts available for multiple tours Availability: Year-round /DNHZRRG +HULWDJH &HQWHU lakewood.org 303-987-7879 katylew@lakewood.org

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+,6725,&$/ '(&$'( 7581.6 )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q FDPSXV Grades: Adaptable to grade Get up close and personal with real artifacts while exploring our areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s culture and history. See the change in fashion through the years, calculate the changing costs of a car, discover how world events affected communities and learn about pop culture trends. 10 trunks available: 1900s-1990s.

Cost: $2/student and $3/chaperone on-site, $50/day with presenter or $40/ day without presenter off-site. Discounts available for multi-day or multi-trunk use.

Availability: Year-round /DNHZRRG +HULWDJH &HQWHU lakewood.org 303-987-7879 katylew@lakewood.org <($5 52$' 75,3 GATHERING SPARKS )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade, PD The Mizel Museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s core exhibit, 4,000 Year Road Trip: Gathering Sparks, is a dynamic journey through art, artifacts, and digital media which illuminates Jewish history and culture. This exhibition engages students around current issues such as social justice and cultural preservation. Add-on programs can include an art project, synagogue tour, or Holocaust survivor speaker. Customized tours are available; please inquire.

Cost: $5 student; Add-on program $3; Scholarships available Availability: Year-round 0L]HO 0XVHXP www.mizelmuseum.org 303-749-5016 pnisson@mizelmuseum.org %5,'*(6 2) &8/785$/ 81'(567$1',1* 2Q &DPSXV ([KLELW Grades: Adaptable to grade, PD Encompassing an array of cultures and objects, this engaging exhibit explores commonalities among a variety of cultural celebrations and rituals. Six 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; by 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; cases for Ceremonies & Festivals can stay on site for one semester, then can be exchanged with six 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rites of Passage cases the second semester. An overview of the exhibits will be offered, and a menu of options for programming is customizable for your school.

Cost: $50/month when booked with other Mizel Museum programs; $150/month when booked without other Mizel Museum programs Scholarships available Availability: Please inquire 0L]HO 0XVHXP www.mizelmuseum.org 303-749-5016 pnisson@mizelmuseum.org

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SOCIAL SCIENCE, HISTORY AND WORLD CULTURES ,17(5$&7,9( 086(80 72856 $1' &/$665220 352*5$06 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: Adaptable to grade Educators bring interactive experiences to your classroom exploring local history through programs such as Lego City, the Denver Grows!, and more! Join us on site in addition to a classroom program or on its own. Step back in time and explore the life of Molly Brown and Colorado History.

Scholarships available.

Cost: Museum Tours: K-8-$4, HS-$5 Classroom Programs: $100 Availability: Year-round 0ROO\ %URZQ +RXVH 0XVHXP mollybrown.org/learn 303-832-4092 x17 jwilms@mollybrown.org *2/'(1 '5$*21 $&52%$76 :25/' &8/785$/ 3(5)250$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade The premiere Chinese acrobatic touring company showcases award-winning acrobatics, ancient and contemporary music, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, and theatrical techniques. Over its long and rich history it has developed as one of the most popular art forms among the Chinese people.

The citizens of china continue to present their acrobatic art for the world today, as it portrays the hard working nature of their people and sets forth an example of the rich traditions of Chinese culture.

Cost: $7/student (up to 10 chaperones free) Availability: Oct 23, 10am 3DUNHU $UWV &XOWXUH DQG (YHQWV &HQWHU 3$&(

pacecenteronline.org/school 303-805-6800 NÁHWFKHU#SDUNHURQOLQH RUJ 5+<7+0 $ 08/7,&8/785$/ 086,& (;3(5,(1&( $1' 025( )LHOG 7ULS RU $VVHPEO\ Grades: Adaptable to grade This assembly explores rhythm as it has come out of Africa through the Caribbean, Brazil and up through the Americas. Students will also gain an appreciation for other cultures. 45 minutes in length.

Cost: $400 base plus 10 cents per student.

Financial Assistance may be available Availability: Year-round 6ZDOORZ +LOO 0XVLF swallowhillmusic.org 303-643-5820

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6281' ,'($6 )520 $5281' 7+( :25/' Assembly Grades: Adaptable to grade This assembly teaches lessons in geography, social studies, languages, all through wondrous musical instruments that Michael Stanwood has collected through his travels.

Michael is a former goodwill ambassador for the U.S. State Department. 45 minutes in length.

Cost: $350 base plus 10 cents per student.

Financial Assistance may be available Availability: Year-round 6ZDOORZ +LOO 0XVLF swallowhillmusic.org 303-643-5820 chris@swallowhillmusic.org TESORO CULTURAL CENTER TOUR )LHOG 7ULS Grades: Adaptable to grade Tours include an interactive trunk show, a tour of The Fort and lunch. Interpreters assist students in dressing up in historically inspired clothing. During the program, students will learn about Colorado’s cultural diversity, Bent’s Fort, economics of the fur trade, life in the 1830s and 1840s, and early entrepreneurial Coloradans.

Cost: trunk & tour $6, Lunch: $5 Available: Year-round 7HVRUR &XOWXUDO &HQWHU tesoroculturalcenter.org 303-839-1671 kmoore@tesoroculturalcenter.org

LOWER ELEMENTARY 621*6 $1' 7$/(6 )520 &2/25$'2 TRAILS )LHOG 7ULS RU 2XWUHDFK Grades: L, U Dressed in typical 1860’s attire, Susannah and Jackson will tell stories of pioneer experiences while crossing the plains, interspersed with songs about early Colorado pioneer women - Clara Brown, Chipeta, Silverheels, Rattlesnake Kate, and Matilda Godfrey. Tales include Native Americans, miners, cowboys, and ranchers. Songs are accompanied by traditional instruments such as: banjo, dulcimer, and autoharp. Even their lumberjack family becomes a part of the show and encourages audience participation.

Cost: $200 in-house, $250 outreach Availability: Outreach Year-round, Daily, Inhouse programs run 9am-4pm, Mon-Fri $UYDGD &HQWHU IRU WKH $UWV DQG +XPDQLWLHV arvadacenter.org 720-898-7240 amachacek@arvadacenter.org . .862*($ 12%, '580 (16(0%/( )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: L, M, U This vibrant and energetic performance, based on traditions of West Africa, takes the audience on a rhythmical journey from Africa to New World and back to Africa. “Kusogea” in Ki-Swahili that means “to move.” “Nobi” is an indigenous word that means “people.”

Kusogea Nobi moves people!

Cost: $400 in-house, $500 outreach Availability: Outreach Year-round/ Daily inhouse programs run 9am to 4pm, Mon-Fri $UYDGD &HQWHU IRU WKH $UWV DQG +XPDQLWLHV arvadacenter.org 720-898-7240 amachacek@arvadacenter.org

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SOCIAL SCIENCE, HISTORY AND WORLD CULTURES &2$/ &5((. 21( 5220 SCHOOLHOUSE )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U, M Experience a typical school day in a one room school house during the 1900s.

Cost: $2/student; 1 adult free/10 students Availability: Mar-Oct $XURUD +LVWRU\ 0XVHXP auroramuseum.org 303-739-6663 jlira@auroragov.org +20(67($',1* ,1'8675,$/ 5(92/87,21 &/$665220 PRESENTATIONS 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: L, U, M Choose from a variety of classroom presentations/activities including: Homesteading Trunk, Then and Now History and a program about the Industrial Revolution Cost: $35 per presentation Availability: Year-round $XURUD +LVWRU\ 0XVHXP auroramuseum.org 303-739-6663 jlira@auroragov.org +,6725< '(7(&7,9(6 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U A historian is a detective who uses clues to learn about the past. Armed with artifacts from Boulderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s past to touch, try on and examine, students are transported back in time by exploring objects representing early Boulder commerce, mining, farming, education and Native Americans.

Costs: $3/student Availability: Year-round %RXOGHU +LVWRU\ 0XVHXP boulderhistory.org 303-449-3464 education@boulderhistory.org

:25/' '$1&( $1' '5800,1* )LHOG 7ULS RU 2Q &DPSXV 2XWUHDFK Grades L Take a rhythm journey around the world as we learn about drums and dance from diverse cultures. Students will all get to try their hands at different drums in this interactive musical adventure combining geography, arts and culture. Best for grades Pre-K to 1st.

Cost: Outreachâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;$150 per session within the seven-county region. Field Tripâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;$8 per child Availability: Year-round (Mon-Fri, 9:30am3:30pm) &KLOGUHQŇ&#x2039;V 0XVHXP RI 'HQYHU mychildsmuseum.org 303-561-0113 studentvisits@cmdenver.org

<(67(5$'2 7+($75( 3(5)250$1&( )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Yesterado is the imaginative and fun way to learn Colorado history! Based on various newspaper clippings from the 1890s, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll meet Jack Langrishe and Marietta Ravel late 19th century performers eager to usher you back in time to see Colorado history as you never have before!

Cost: $5/student (up to 10 chaperones free) Availability: Jan 25-27 at 10am Lone Tree Arts Center 10075 Commons Street Lone Tree CO 80124 LoneTreeArtsCenter.org/schools 720-509-1000 $VKOH\ YDQGHUZHJ#FLW\RĂ RQHWUHH FRP

+(5,7$*( '$<6 )LHOG 7ULS Grades: L, U Explore the past through a day of hands-on activities and demonstrations including Day in the Country School, sheepherding and much more. Students use their investigative skills to Ă&#x20AC;QG DQVZHUV WR KLVWRU\ DQG FXOWXUH TXHVWLRQV in the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s galleries as they learn about life in early Lakewood.

Cost: $8/student, teacher/free Availability: May 10, 11, 12, 13 10am-1:30pm each day /DNHZRRG +HULWDJH &HQWHU lakewood.org 303-987-7879 katylew@lakewood.org

&2/25$'2 +,6725< 7+528*+ 086,& Assembly Grades: L, U Colorado has a rich tradition of music through LWV KLVWRU\ 1DWLYH $PHULFDQV ZHUH WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW settlers and had their own musical traditions.

The following waves of explorers and settlers all contributed to our musical heritage as well. During the performance, the musicians will share songs of mountain men, explorers, IDUPHUV UDQFKHUV DQG PLQHUV DQG ZLOO Ă&#x20AC;QLVK the assembly with recognizable and modern Colorado songs. The children will participate in the concert through singing and movement, and will learn a little history about each song along the way. The program is designed to support Colorado State K-6 teaching standards and will align both classroom and music room curriculum.

Cost: $350-$450 plus 10 cents per students. Financial Assistance may be available.

45 Minutes in length Availability: Year-round 6ZDOORZ +LOO 0XVLF swallowhillmusic.org 303-643-5820 chris@swallowhillmusic.org

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2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU )LHOG 7ULS 5HVRXUFH Grades: U What sort of game did Plains Indians play with a bison heart? We examine with touchable artifacts how the Arapaho and Cheyenne used every part of the bison.

Discover pictograms and write stories with symbols on buffalo â&#x20AC;&#x153;hides,â&#x20AC;? then play a trading game between settlers and Plains Indian tribes.

Cost: $3/student Field Trip or $60/class On-Campus Trunk rental: $15/week. Discounts available for multiple visits or trunk rentals.

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0$66$&5( 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: M, H Take over our Chief Niwot exhibit and analyze the various perspectives of those involved in the Sand Creek Massacre and KRZ NH\ Ă&#x20AC;JXUHV KDYH EHHQ PHPRULDOL]HG $UH they remembered for approving or refusing the slaughter? Did they have mountains named after them? No prior study of the content required.

Cost: $3/student Field Trip. Scholarships available.

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%8,/',1* &2/25$'2 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ Grades: U Engage fourth graders in economic concepts through the lens of Colorado history. Students work together and face the same decisions that determined the fate of Colorado. The game-based, 90-minute program is facilitated DQG LQFOXGHV DGGLWLRQDO OHVVRQ SODQV ,W IXOĂ&#x20AC;OOV content standards for history and economics while challenging critical thinking skills.

Cost: $120 (discounts available for Title One and additional classes, mileage rate applies) Availability: Year-round *ROGHQ +LVWRU\ 0XVHXPV GoldenHistory.org 303-277-8717 kmarch@goldenhistory.org +,6725,&$/ 48,/7 7581. 6+2:6 Classroom activity Grades: U, M, H 4XLOWV KDYH EHHQ SDUW RI DQG LQĂ XHQFHG E\ $PHULFDQ KLVWRU\ VLQFH WKH 0D\Ă RZHU 5040 WUXQN VKRZV H[SORUH VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F SHULRGV DQG the quilts that were made at the time. Topics include Crazy Quilts: The Victorians; The Sod House Experience (with presenter in period dress); Quilts and The Great Depression.

Cost: $3 per student Availability: Year-round 5RFN\ 0RXQWDLQ 4XLOW 0XVHXP rmqm.org 303-215-9001 rmqm@rmqm.org

*8,'(' 7285 2) &2/25$'2 &+$87$848$ 1$7,21$/ +,6725,& /$1'0$5. )LHOG 7ULS Grades: M, H Tour the SCFDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only National Historic Landmark and learn about the national Chautauqua movement (c. 1874-1930), the founding of the Colorado Chautauqua and ZK\ LW LV QDWLRQDOO\ VLJQLĂ&#x20AC;FDQW )LHOG WULS ² walking tour or presentation.

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Cost: $850 for two back-to-back performances or $750 for one single performance onsite at schools, scholarships available. Cost includes teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guide.

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SOCIAL SCIENCE, HISTORY AND WORLD CULTURES +2/2&$867 $:$5(1(66 ('8&$7,21 2Q &DPSXV RU )LHOG 7ULS Grades M, H, PD In Eyewitness to History: A Holocaust Survivor Speaks, students hear a survivorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s powerfully moving personal account of the Holocaust. This program is a rare opportunity to interact with a member of the last living generation of survivors. In Living Lessons of the Holocaust: Eyewitness Digital Stories, students will view a series of multimedia stories created with survivors that document their experiences. An educator will facilitate an interactive discussion about the importance of rejecting discrimination and promoting human dignity.

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Cost: Please inquire Scholarships available Availability: Year-round 0L]HO 0XVHXP mizelmuseum.org 303-749-5016 pnisson@mizelmuseum.org ),1',1* )5(('20 $ 1(: /,)( ,1 $0(5,&$ 2Q &DPSXV $FWLYLW\ RU DW 0L]HO 0XVHXP Grades: M, H This engaging program provides students the opportunity to view a series of multimedia digital stories of peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immigration to Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;some by choice and some by force. From our renowned Community Narratives Project, storytellers speak to VWXGHQWV DERXW WKH GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOWLHV RI XSURRWLQJ from home and moving to America, as well as the rewards and positive change that America has afforded them. Educators will engage with students interactively to create a dialogue about who we are as Americans, what we represent, and how best to welcome newcomers to America, land of the free.

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Tours allow students to explore aspects of civics, ethics, homeland security, and media literacy in the context of a highly interactive experience. The CELL also offers interactive presentations in your school which will pair your students with a subject matter expert LQ WKH Ă&#x20AC;HOGV RI LQWHUQDWLRQDO UHODWLRQV SXEOLF affairs, or national security. These assemblies give your students a front row seat to the most important topics of the day.

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