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SMoCA is delighted to share a stellar season of exhibitions and exciting art learning
experiences, from hands-on activities to guided school tours and slide presentations.
Our mission is to provide events that foster creative expression, diversity and awareness
of cultural heritage.
We have designed our programs to provide your students with enriching activities that address the Arizona
Visual Arts Standards and meet your grade-level expectations.
We look forward to sharing these dynamic offerings with your
classes. Visit SMoCA and energize your students.
See you soon at the Museum. |
Carolyn C. Robbins, Curator of Education
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
carolynr@sccarts.org |
| Educational activities made possible in part by Scottsdale League for the Arts; Scottsdale Charros; Scottsdale Insurance Company/Nationwide Foundation; Wells Fargo; Joan Mills Miller Estate; Lewis & Roca; Naomi Caras Miller and Alvin Miller; Karen and John Voris; and the SMoCA docents. Additional funding provided by the City of Scottsdale; Arizona Commission on the Arts; and Tempe Union High School District. |
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2010/2011
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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Enrich your teaching with these interactive, 40-minute slide programs in your
classroom, all of which address concepts of the Arizona Visual Arts Standards
and are presented by our trained SMoCA docents.
AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER – MAY
Currently SMoCA Outreach is limited to schools in Scottsdale; between Scottsdale’s east border and west to SR-51; south to
McKellips Road; and north to 101 in Phoenix. Some exceptions for boundaries are permitted. Please call 480-874-4641 to see
if you fall within the exception.
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10/11 SLIDE PRESENTATION TITLES
• Animals in Art
• Art All Around Us: Public Art
• Art in Children’s Literature I (elements of art)
• Art in Children’s Literature II (principles of art)
• Circus! Circus!
• Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos en Mexico
• I Have My Reasons – Why do we like or dislike certain artworks? (Learn the principles of art and design.)
• Native American Art
• You’ve Got to Have Style (Learn to identify realistic, abstract and non-objective works of art) |
recommended grade level
K-3
2-12
1-3
3-6
K-3
4-12
4-12
3-6
3-6
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REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT LEAST TWO (2) WEEKS IN ADVANCE.
CALL 480-874-4641 TO SCHEDULE. |
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 This program helps youngsters discover the wonderful world of art. During visits
to the Museum, children enjoy a participatory tour designed to inspire confidence,
self-awareness and self-expression, as well as to promote language development.
An accompanying hands-on art project helps strengthen physical and perceptual skills.
Sponsored by the Scottsdale League for the Arts, Scottsdale Charros, Wells Fargo and Karen and John Voris.
If your school is interested in participating in the Art Start program, call 480-874-4641. |
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 Designed to provide a multidisciplinary experience for students. Children
enjoy a 45-minute performance at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing
Arts, a participatory Museum tour as well as a
hands-on art project. These activities address
the Arizona Visual Arts Standards and meet
your grade-level expectations.
Please plan for a minimum of two hours
for each Arts Days session.
COST: $5 PER PERSON
480-874-4641
PRE-REGISTRATION AND PRE-PAYMENT REQUIRED. SORRY, NO REFUNDS. LIMITED TO 100 SEATS PER SESSION.
Scorpius Dancers, Sam Duran and Kari Fraker
Photo: Ed Flores |
recycling revisited
FALL SESSION: NOV 2 OR NOV 3, 2010 10 AM–12 PM
Exhibitions: Jean Shin and Brian Ripel: Unlocking
Performance: Recycling Revisited: Exploring the art of Jean Shin and Brian Ripel,
featuring performance by artist Leslie Haddad as I.M. Green
Art Project: Create a design using recycled objects |
art meets dance
SPRING SESSION: FEB 22 OR FEB 23, 2011 10 AM–12 PM
Exhibitions: Dance with Camera and Imagining Dance
Performance: Interactive performance by award-winning Scorpius Dance
Art Project: Capture movement in your own artwork |
ARTS DAYS TIP: Bring a brown bag lunch and create a field trip by combining the
Museum tour and a picnic lunch in the nearby Civic Center Park. The park provides plenty of grass, shady trees and tables/benches. |
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 SMoCA is thrilled to offer our Arts Days program to homeschooled children on a
special date and time. This unique opportunity to interact with other homeschooled
children and their teachers creates a support network to build new friendships.
Please plan for a minimum of two hours
for each Arts Days session.
COST: $5 PER PERSON
480-874-4641
PRE-REGISTRATION AND PRE-PAYMENT REQUIRED. SORRY, NO REFUNDS. LIMITED TO 100 SEATS PER SESSION. |
recycling revisited (see description above in the Arts Days section)
FALL SESSION: NOV 9, 2010 10 AM–12 PM |
art meets dance (see description above in the Arts Days section)
SPRING SESSION: FEB 25, 2011 10 AM–12 PM |
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 Bring your class to SMoCA for a free Museum tour of our current exhibitions.
All school tours are led by our SMoCA Docents (trained museum tour guides), who
stress learning through careful looking, open-ended questions and discussions.
AVAILABLE TOUR TIMES
TUE–WED / 10–4:30 THUR / NOON–4:30 FRI / 10–4:30
Please arrive 10-15 min. prior to your scheduled time. Tours last about 45 minutes. Chaperones required (1:10 adult to student ratio). Maximum 100 persons per tour
REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT LEAST TWO (2) WEEKS IN ADVANCE.
CALL 480-874-4641 TO SCHEDULE.
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SCHOOL TOUR TIP: Bring a brown bag lunch and create a field trip by combining the
Museum tour and a picnic lunch in the nearby Civic Center Park. The park provides
plenty of grass, shady trees and tables/benches. |
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$30 per year (regularly $50)
As a special thanks to teachers across the Valley, we are offering a K-12 Educator
membership discount. Enjoy visual and performing arts together in one dynamic place. |
MEMBERS ENJOY
• FREE, unlimited admission to SMoCA
• Advance notice of performances, with early ticket-buying opportunities
• Discount on ticket purchases
• Free tickets to the award-winning Scottsdale Art Festival
• Invitations to exclusive members-only events, previews and receptions
• Discounts on purchases at both Store locations
DOWNLOAD membership application form for K-12 educators
Proof of Eligibility (Please include copy of current AZ teacher certificate)
Please print, complete and fax to: Membership, 480-874-4655
or mail to: Membership, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Call the membership department at 480-874-4609 or email membership@sccarts.org
to join and find out about our next members-only appreciation party.
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American Sign Language interpretation is available for some Museum tours, with three weeks advance notice. To make arrangements, call 480-874-4641.
To make reservations for a Museum tour, call SMoCA’s education department at 480-874-4641. For special-needs services, call 480-874-4623.
fax: 480-874-4655
e-mail: smoca@sccarts.org
lost & found: 480-874-4648
web site: www.smoca.org |
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