Project Grant
ACHF Arts Access ACHF Arts Education ACHF Cultural Heritage
1. Increase the value of books in student’s lives, 2. Develop English vocabulary for Dual Language Learners students, 3. Reach and affirm varied learning styles, 4. Move students closer to grade level in their reading/writing styles, 5. Access and develop art as a catalyst for effective expression, 6. Provide model of program for District 742 teachers, 7. One additional site serving students opts to hold another Picturing Writing session. 1. Pre-post conversation about the role of books in students’ lives. 2. Photos of word walls built in class and student writings. 3. Teaching-artists journals how curriculum was modified to meet learning styles. 4. Teacher questionnaire regarding changes in student performance. 5. Photos of student books, parent/student comments during closing reception, video students talking about their work.6. Invitation to District 742 teachers.7. Name site where Picturing Writing will be replicated.
Outcomes achieved as demonstrated by our evaluation: 1. Develop (increase) English vocabulary for Dual Language Learners students. 2. Reach and affirm varied learning styles. 3. Move students closer to grade level in their reading/writing styles. 4. Access and develop art as a catalyst for effective expression. 5. Provide model of program for District 742 teachers û starting. 6. One additional site serving students opts to hold another Picturing Writing session.
Other, local or private