Guest Blog: Playwright Alex MacKeith On Education and SCHOOL PLAY
by Guest Blog: Alex MacKeith - February 15, 2017 School Play is set in the headteacher's office of St Barnabas' Primary School on 5 July 2017, the day SATs results are released. The headteacher, Jo Fell, knows that these results will determine the school's future as well as her own: over the course of one day her impulse to retain control brings h...
'Never, Ever Serve Sugary Snacks on Rainy Days' is Released
by Christina Mancuso - February 01, 2017 Gryphon House, Inc. has released the beautifully updated gift book of inspirational quotes and photos for educators, Never, Ever Serve Sugary Snacks on Rainy Days and Other Words of Wisdom for Teachers of Young Children. The award-winning publisher of early childhood resources redesigned the 6-inch-...
Diana Hess and Paula McAvoy win Grawemeyer Award in Education
by Christina Mancuso - December 01, 2016 LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 30, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ Immigration. Gun control. Abortion. Gay rights. Religion. Are these and other polarizing topics too controversial to be discussed in today's high school classrooms?...
Teachers Are Invited to Experience the Inner Workings of the PCPA Conservatory
by A.A. Cristi - August 22, 2016 The Teachers' Weekend - September 10 & 11 - is designed to give educators an up close and personal look into the PCPA Conservatory. They will see the immersive mentor-apprentice method of conservatory training in a professional environment. Teachers will spend two days working with professional acto...
Acting Teacher Studio Produces “Teen Actor Awards”, The World's Largest Teen Acting Competition.
by A.A. Cristi - November 28, 2016 Acting Teacher Studio Produces 'Teen Actor Awards', The World's Largest Teen Acting Competition....
Students in Elizabeth, NJ Dance on the Silk Road with Nai-Ni Chen 5/23
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2017 As world leaders meet to discuss Chinese President Xi Jinping's proposal to develop a new Silk Road, a group of students in from the Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy No. 26 in Elizabeth, NJ is learning about the Silk Road and taking a virtual journey. ...
Scholastic Launches Leveled Bookroom 4.0 for K-6 Classrooms with Print Books, Instructional Materials, and More
by Robert Diamond - April 12, 2017 ...
HBO Presents Adaptation of Anna Deavere's NOTES FROM THE FIELD, 2/24
by Caryn Robbins - December 07, 2017 NOTES FROM THE FIELD, the adaptation of Tony and Pulitzer Prize nominee Anna Deavere Smith's acclaimed one-woman show of the same name, will debut SATURDAY, FEB. 24 on HBO....
HBO Presents Adaptation of Anna Deavere's NOTES FROM THE FIELD, 2/24
by Caryn Robbins - December 07, 2017 NOTES FROM THE FIELD, the adaptation of Tony and Pulitzer Prize nominee Anna Deavere Smith's acclaimed one-woman show of the same name, will debut SATURDAY, FEB. 24 on HBO....
Nominate Your Favorite Educator for Kennedy Center's 2018 Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2017 The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is seeking nominations for the 2018 Kennedy Center/Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Awards, a series of annual grants that recognize inspiring teachers in any field of education across the United States....
Sir Lenny Henry Launches National Theatre's 'On Demand in Schools' Primary
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016 Sir Lenny Henry today launched On Demand in Schools Primary at Shenley Academy, Birmingham....
Alliance Presents Twist on ALICE IN WONDERLAND for Middle Schoolers
by Julie Musbach - October 20, 2017 Playwright Neeley Gossett (Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition finalist) and Actor/Playwright Steve Coulter (Edward Foote) have teamed up with Alliance Theatre Artistic Director of Theatre for Youth and Families Rosemary Newcott to develop this year's new play for middle schoo...
HBO Presents Adaptation of Anna Deavere's NOTES FROM THE FIELD, Today
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2018 NOTES FROM THE FIELD, the adaptation of Tony and Pulitzer Prize nominee Anna Deavere Smith's acclaimed one-woman show of the same name, will debut SATURDAY, FEB. 24 on HBO....
BergenPAC Announces Comedians Eddie B and Sinbad, ABBA Tribute, and More
by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2018 New show on sale at bergenPAC: Eddie B Teachers Only Comedy Tour on Friday, March 30, 2018 at 8 p.m.; Sinbad on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 8 p.m.; Abba The Concert on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 5, 2017 at 11 AM at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling bergenPAC's ...
New NSTA Book Helps Teachers Find Engaging Ways to Embed Reading Comprehension Strategies into STEM Lessons
by Robert Diamond - May 22, 2017 ...
Lady Gaga Teams with Staples to Support Education & Inspire Positive Classroom Experiences Nationwide
by Caryn Robbins - June 23, 2017 Lady Gaga is teaming up with Staples, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPLS) to support education and create a positive classroom experience through its Staples for Students program. The partnership builds on Staples's long-standing commitment of supporting education and helping teachers and students....
Nominate Your Favorite Educator for Kennedy Center's 2018 Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2017 The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is seeking nominations for the 2018 Kennedy Center/Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Awards, a series of annual grants that recognize inspiring teachers in any field of education across the United States....
11 Schools to Benefit from $30,000 Arts Grant
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016 Fifth grade theatrical students in the Hazelwood school district, arts education students with severe developmental disabilities at Boonslick State School, and nearly 400 musical students from Keeven Elementary School, are just a few of those who will benefit from the $30,000 in grants awarded to 11...
Carnegie Hall Offers Summer Music Educators Workshop from 7/19 – 22
by A.A. Cristi - June 29, 2017 From July 19 to 22, Carnegie Hall will host the Summer Music Educators Workshop, giving school and community music teachers from across the country the opportunity to re-energize their teaching practice, learn from leaders in the field, and exchange best practices with peers. Over the course of four...
Three Authors Receive Awards from NCTE
by Christina Mancuso - November 21, 2016 ATLANTA, Nov. 19, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Authors Jason Reynolds, Melissa Sweet, and Marilyn Nelson were just announced winners of prestigious literacy awards from the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)....
Carnegie Hall Offers Summer Music Educators Workshop from 7/19 – 22
by A.A. Cristi - June 29, 2017 From July 19 to 22, Carnegie Hall will host the Summer Music Educators Workshop, giving school and community music teachers from across the country the opportunity to re-energize their teaching practice, learn from leaders in the field, and exchange best practices with peers. Over the course of four...
THE RIGHT TO BE LITERATE Wins Teachers' Choice Award for Professional Development
by Christina Mancuso - September 02, 2016 BLOOMINGTON, IN - The Right to Be Literate: Six Essential Literacy Skills has won the Learning Magazine 2017 Teachers' Choice Award for Professional Development. Published by Solution Tree, a premier educational publisher and professional development provider, the title helps teachers ensure student... |