BTSALP Westminster Region:

Professional Development Workshop Series 2017-2018

Contacts:
Rebecca Penerosa, Ph.D.
Beverley Taylor Sorenson Assistant Professor of Arts Education
School of Education| Westminster College rpenerosa@westminstercollege.edu (801) 832-2847

Professional Development Partners (PDPs):

Visual Art: Rosie Mitchell rosehmitchell@comcast.net
Music: Jen Purdy Jennifer.purdy@slcschools.org
Dance: Natalie Desch nataliedesch@gmail.com
Theatre: Penny Caywood p.caywood@mac.com

BTSALP Specialists Responsibilities for Professional Development

1. Faculty Training
Veteran Specialists (2 + years): Must arrange the date and time for faculty training by September 30,
2017. (This may include either you presenting to faculty, an art specialists visiting your school, or
bringing 2 + classroom teachers to any of our professional development workshops.)
New Specialists (first 2 years): Must complete introductory faculty training with each of their schools
(your PDP is available to come and do this with you!) by September 30, 2017.

2. Professional Development Meetings

All Specialists: Attend four (or more) professional development workshops out of the eight regional
meetings that will occur throughout the year (see calendar below).

* Licensure Renewal Points: Each workshop is worth 2-5 points, dependent upon duration of time.

If you would like to observe a colleague, this valuable experience can be arranged. Contact your PDP
for help arranging this opportunity.

Also, your PDP is available to come and help you at any time with items such as collaborative
planning, lesson implementation, assessment, classroom management, faculty trainings, informances,
and much more. Please do not hesitate to contact her for any reason!

Meet with PDP to set goals for the year and assess schedules/resources.
 BTSALP Professional Development Workshops Calendar

Date/Time Workshop Title

August 11, 2017 Westminster BTSALP Region Orientation
Friday Westminster College, School of Education: Dick 102
9:00am 2:30pm For all specialists: BTSALP Overview and Current Climate, AWFK
Support/Advocacy, New Westminster Region Update, PDP and Specialist
Introductions, Artform Break Out Sessions.
September 28, 2017 Imani Gonzalez: Exploring World Cultures through Music and More
Thursday Open to 35 teacher participants on a first come, first serve basis.
4:00pm 6:30pm Westminster College, School of Education (Malouf Building)
Workshop Description: Teachers examine ways to help students learn about
the rich diversity of cultures through activities based on authentic childrens
songs, rhythms, stories, and artifacts. Students learn about the lifestyles and
values of children in these faraway countries and come to appreciate the
similarities and differences between these cultures and their own.
Each participant will receive a copy of the compact disc and book: IYIPO
AY - stories and songs of the Yoruba, Ga and Shona cultures (from Cuba,
Ghana and Zimbabwe), teaching respect for all cultures and traditions even the
many cultures living, often misunderstood, under the same school roof.
Register for Imani Gonzalez: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ut--layton/imani-
gonzalez/

October 11, 2017 Best Practices for Collaborative Planning and Teaching: Theatre/Literacy
Wednesday Integration
4:00pm 6:00pm Theatre specialists, bring your classroom teacher colleagues!
Workshop Description: Come and participate in an exciting workshop
partnering Youth Theatre Director, Penny Caywood and Westminster School
of Education Faculty, Anneliese Cannon as they model successful
collaboration in planning and teaching. Participants will receive the
Please RSVP by sending an email to: rpenerosa@westminstercollege.edu
December 1, 2017 Westminster Region Holiday Potluck
Friday Bring yourself, a guest (or family), and a food item to share! This is a family-
3:00pm 5:00pm friendly (dry) event and children are welcome.
Lets get to know each other better and celebrate a year nearly half completed
while enjoying holiday treats and good company.
Hosted by Rebecca Penerosa in her home. Please RSVP by emailing
rpenerosa@westminstercollege.edu (address/directions will be provided).
January 11, 2018 Paige Hernandez Student and Teacher Workshops
Thursday Open to 35 teacher participants on a first come, first serve basis.
2:00pm 5:00pm Mountain View Elementary (1380 South Navajo, SLC, Utah 84104).
Student Workshop Description: Hip Hop Strategies and Activities for the
Classroom and Stage: Participants will explore innovative hip hop teaching
methods, activities, and how these exercises enhance other areas of the core
curriculum. The workshop will show how each hip hop element (Emcee, DJ,
Graffiti and B-boy) can easily be transformed into creative exercises in the
classroom or performance pieces.
Teacher Workshop Description: Rap, Clap, Write That! A pen and a paper
is all you need to be a playwright! Effortlessly create characters, plots and
setting using hip hop inspiration. Participants will be inspired to create poems,
monologues and basic dialogue. If time permits, we will share the genius.
Register here for Paige Hernandez: https://goo.gl/forms/8qlzcE6t7Kf3D1km1
February 7, 2018 Making Requests a Reality: Developing Dance Integration Curriculum
Wednesday Dance Specialists, bring your classroom teachers!
4:00pm 6:00pm Westminster College, School of Education (Malouf Building)
This is an interactive workshop that will require a bit of advanced planning.
Kelby McIntyre-Martinez, from the College of Fine Arts at The U will be
sharing tips and successful strategies for planning dance lessons/curriculum
that stems from grade-level planning. Share in advance an academic topic that
you have been asked to integrate so Kelby can help you work through Dance
Integration ideas and lessons!
Please RSVP by sending an email to: rpenerosa@westminstercollege.edu

Spring 2018 Disney Theatricals Theatre Writing and Adaptation Workshop

Date TBA Date to be Determined:
Spring of 2018 from 9:00-3:00 at Early Light Academy (11709 S. Vadania Dr.
South Jordan, UT 84009).
Workshop Description: Focus on storytelling, adapting scripts and stories
into creative dramas with plot and character development in mind.
Register here for Disney workshop:
https://goo.gl/forms/BDLXkh84k8vIKdE23

Spring 2018 Visual Arts: STEAM Workshop

Date TBA Date to be Determined:
Spring of 2018, evening workshop from 4:00pm 6:00pm
Visual Art specialists, bring your classroom teacher colleagues!
Explore the different mediums in practical and graphic design as they enhance
STEAM collaboration.
May 2, 2018 Sharing, Successes, and Strategic Planning
Wednesday Bring any of the following: pictures, artwork, video, flash drives, or email to
4:00pm 6:00pm Rebecca to share for the end of the year.
Consider needs and wants for professional development calendar 2018-2019.
Be present to vote on workshop opportunities, dates, and times as well as to
report on faculty trainings and communicate challenges/successes.

Utah State Conferences

o daCi: October 27, 2017
o UDEO: November 4, 2017
o UTA: January 18-20
o UMEA: February 2-3, 2018
o UAEA: February 22-24, 2018

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