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SUMMARY:2026 RELICENSURE TOPICS SERIES FOR ARTS EDUCATORS - PRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR SUPPORTING STUDENTS' MENTAL HEALTH
DESCRIPTION:In January – March 2026\, Perpich Center for Arts Education is hosting our 5th annual series of virtual sessions on topics required for renewal of Tier 3 and Tier 4 licenses in Minnesota. This year’s series addresses SIX of the required topics and each topic is offered twice. Examples of the strategies shared will come from arts classrooms but all educators are welcome! \nPRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR SUPPORTING STUDENTS’ MENTAL HEALTH\nThe mental health of our students is a crucial part of their development\, but can also be a challenging subject to navigate. We’ll discuss some of the more common conditions instructors may encounter and how to best support students. This session addresses the topic of Key Warning Signs for Mental Illness. Our guest presenter is Mike Smith\, a theater technician and therapist practicing at Cottonwood Center in White Bear Lake.\nOffered on: Tuesday\, January 27 (4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.) and repeated Thursday\, March 5 (4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.) \nREGISTER HERE \nMORE DETAILS:  \n\nThese are online/virtual sessions. The Zoom link will be sent to participants prior to the sessions.\nSessions will NOT be recorded for later viewing.\nParticipants are encouraged to engage fully with video cameras on if at all possible.\nA clock hours certificate will be provided following each session.\nThere is no cost to attend.\nThe presenter is Wendy Barden\, Director of Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center. In these sessions\, she weaves her 4+ decades of experience in music/arts education with the expertise of others to bring practical and important ideas for your teaching.\nQuestions may be sent to lorene.mcgrane@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/2026-relicensure-topics-series-for-arts-educators-practical-strategies-for-supporting-students-mental-health-2/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL MEETING
CATEGORIES:Dance,Media Arts,Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Theater,Visual Arts
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SUMMARY:2026 RELICENSURE TOPICS SERIES FOR ARTS EDUCATORS - CREATING A MORE INCLUSIVE ARTS CLASSROOM
DESCRIPTION:In January – March 2026\, Perpich Center for Arts Education is hosting our 5th annual series of virtual sessions on topics required for renewal of Tier 3 and Tier 4 licenses in Minnesota. This year’s series addresses SIX of the required topics and each topic is offered twice. Examples of the strategies shared will come from arts classrooms but all educators are welcome! \nCREATING A MORE INCLUSIVE ARTS CLASSROOM\nWe will explore best practices for teaching English Learners in your arts classroom and then expand our collective thinking to include accommodations to meet the needs of all students. This session addresses two relicensure topics: English Learners and Accommodation and Modification.\nOffered on: Tuesday\, February 10 (4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.) and repeated Thursday\, March 12 (4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.) \nREGISTER HERE \nMORE DETAILS:  \n\nThese are online/virtual sessions. The Zoom link will be sent to participants prior to the sessions.\nSessions will NOT be recorded for later viewing.\nParticipants are encouraged to engage fully with video cameras on if at all possible.\nA clock hours certificate will be provided following each session.\nThere is no cost to attend.\nThe presenter is Wendy Barden\, Director of Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center. In these sessions\, she weaves her 4+ decades of experience in music/arts education with the expertise of others to bring practical and important ideas for your teaching.\nQuestions may be sent to lorene.mcgrane@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/2026-relicensure-topics-series-for-arts-educators-creating-a-more-inclusive-arts-classroom-2/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL MEETING
CATEGORIES:Dance,Media Arts,Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Theater,Visual Arts
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SUMMARY:2025-2026 ELEMENTARY ART COHORT
DESCRIPTION:Now in it’s third season\, the Elementary Art Cohort is a professional development experience designed for new teachers\, classroom generalists who are teaching their own art\, and Tier 1 and Tier 2 teachers who are new to teaching\, as well as elementary visual arts specialists who want to deepen their practice. Participants will engage in collaborative learning with other educators committed to advancing artistic thinking and creative literacy in elementary learners. Whether you are an experienced art educator refining your approach or a classroom teacher integrating the arts into your curriculum\, this cohort will support your growth with structure\, flexibility\, and inspiration. \nOver the course of the year\, participants will engage with a cycle of learning that centers on big ideas\, artistic inquiry\, studio experimentation\, and reflection. The work is grounded in frameworks such as the Minnesota Academic Standards in the Arts\, the Studio Habits of Mind\, and concept-based curriculum and instruction. Teachers will walk away with usable\, classroom-ready curriculum units\, strategies for formative and summative assessment\, and a renewed understanding of how artistic thinking supports deep learning across content areas. \nAPPLY HERE \nCohort Members Can Expect: \n\nHands-on media experiences across 2D\, 3D\, digital\, and mixed media\nCurriculum development support: Create\, revise\, or refine a concept-based unit aligned to MN Academic Standards in the Arts\nProfessional dialogue with fellow educators through peer feedback and collaboration protocols\nResources and exemplars to take directly into your classroom practice\nPersonalized feedback and coaching as you implement new strategies and approaches\n\nThis Cohort is Ideal For: \n\nK–5 visual arts specialists\nClassroom teachers integrating visual arts\nArts Integration Coordinators\nEarly-career\, Tier 1 and Tier 2 teachers seeking a foundation for strong curriculum and assessment design\n\nRequirements to Join the Cohort: \n\nA teacher (or desire to teach) of visual arts within the generalist’s classroom or new to the visual arts classroom at the elementary level\nAbility and commitment to attend all three in-person sessions at Perpich Center for Arts Education in Golden Valley\nAbility to collaborate and engage in hands-on visual arts experiences\n\nCohort Meeting Dates (three all day workshops): \nThe Elementary Art Cohort will meet in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education three times throughout the 2025-2026 academic year. These are full-day sessions (9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) with a break for lunch. Cohort members are required to attend all three workshop days. \n\nThursday\, November 13\, 2025\nTuesday\, February 17\, 2026\nThursday\, April 9\, 2026\n\nMore Details:  \n\nThe Elementary Art Cohort will meet in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education: 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN 55422\nWorkshops are full-day sessions (9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) with a break for lunch.\nLunch is provided for each workshop.\nThere is no cost to participate in this cohort.\nA clock hours form will be provided after each workshop day.\n\nSign up now and unlock a world of creativity and innovation for your students! \nQuestions? Contact jeremy.holien@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/2025-2026-elementary-art-cohort-3/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Media Arts,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Visual Arts
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SUMMARY:2025-2026 MEDIA ARTS INTRODUCTION COHORT
DESCRIPTION:Register for Perpich’s Media Arts Introduction Cohort! (formerly Media Arts Cohort Level 1) \nWhy Join this Cohort? \nThe Media Arts Introduction Cohort is a year-long\, hands-on\, idea-rich professional learning community designed to equip teachers with the foundational skills\, tools\, and curriculum structures needed to teach media arts with confidence and clarity. Whether you are a visual arts teacher ready to branch into digital forms\, a tech-savvy educator seeking more creative applications\, or entirely new to media arts—this cohort meets you where you are. \nParticipants will build conceptual and technical fluency across digital photography\, video\, animation\, and graphic design. The work is grounded in concept-based curriculum and instruction (CBCI)\, inquiry-based practices\, and creative production cycles that help students develop voice\, critical thinking\, and artistic literacy. Over the course of the year\, participants will design\, revise\, or refine classroom-ready units aligned to the National Core Arts Standards (NCAS) or local standards\, while engaging with peer critique protocols\, artist case studies\, and adaptable project structures. \nAPPLY HERE \nCohort Members Can Expect: \n\nHands-on media experiences across 2D\, 3D\, digital\, and mixed media\nResources and exemplars to take directly into your classroom practice\nPersonalized feedback and coaching as you implement new strategies and approaches\nFoundational skill-building with accessible tools (Canva\, Adobe Express\, Stop Motion Studio\, etc.)\nProject-based learning examples ready to adapt for your students\nSupport in developing or revising a unit or lesson set\nCollaborative critique protocols for teaching students to analyze and make media\nArtist case studies that inspire diverse approaches to media creation\nNetworking with a statewide community of like-minded educators\n\nThis is not a “sit and get” PD — it’s active\, collaborative\, and immediately relevant to classroom practice. \nThis Cohort is Ideal for: \n\nMiddle and high school visual arts teachers\nTechnology integration specialists or digital media teachers\nClassroom Generalists adding creative technology to their classrooms\nEducators with little to no media arts teaching experience\n\nExpectations for Joining the Cohort:\n \n\nTeaching or seeking to teach media arts in an integrated or standalone course offering this year\nAbility and commitment to attend all three in-person sessions at Perpich Center for Arts Education in Golden Valley\nAbility to collaborate and engage in hands-on media arts experiences\n\nCohort Meeting Dates (three all day workshops): \nThe Media Arts Introduction Cohort will meet in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education three times throughout the 2025-2026 academic year. These are full-day sessions (9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) with a break for lunch. Cohort members are required to attend all three workshop days. \n\nMonday\, November 17\, 2025\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026\n\nMore Details: \n\nThe Media Arts Introduction Cohort will meet in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education: 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN 55422\nWorkshops are full-day sessions (9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) with a break for lunch\nLunch is provided for each workshop\nThere is no cost to participate in this cohort\, and no cost for the online media offerings\nA clock hours form will be provided after each workshop day\n\nIf you are a teacher looking to bring a new dimension of creativity and critical thinking to your classroom\, then the Perpich Media Arts Introduction Cohort will be a great support for you. This program offers an exciting and immersive learning experience that will empower you to incorporate media arts into your school. \nQuestions? Contact jeremy.holien@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/2025-2026-media-arts-introduction-cohort-3/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Media Arts,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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SUMMARY:2025-2026 MEDIA ARTS ADVANCED COHORT
DESCRIPTION:Register for Perpich’s Media Arts Introduction Cohort! (formerly Media Arts Cohort Level 2) \nWhy Join this Cohort? \nThe Media Arts Advanced Cohort is for educators who have completed the Introduction Cohort (or equivalent experience) and are ready to push their creative\, technical\, and pedagogical boundaries. This is a year-long professional learning community where participants operate as artists\, critics\, and curriculum designers—expanding their media fluency while developing the intellectual rigor to mentor students in creating media that matters. \nParticipants will dive into advanced storytelling structures\, nuanced image-making\, cinematic editing principles\, and the integration of animation\, mixed media\, and generative AI as intentional creative tools. The work builds on foundational skills but moves toward more sophisticated curricular design anchored in conceptual transfer\, enduring understandings\, and authentic student engagement. \nThis is a space to experiment\, problem-solve\, and engage in meaningful dialogue with colleagues who are equally committed to evolving their media arts practice. \nAPPLY HERE \nCohort Members Can Expect: \n\nHands-on media experiences across 2D\, 3D\, digital\, and mixed media\nAdvanced production techniques in video\, photography\, animation\, and multimedia\nExploration of cinematic\, design\, and visual culture principles\nEthical and identity-centered approaches to media creation\nRefined critique protocols and responsive feedback structures\nDevelopment of advanced\, concept-based curriculum aligned to the Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in Media Arts\nA professional network for sharing\, revising\, and field-testing lessons and units\nResources and exemplars to take directly into your classroom practice\nPersonalized feedback and coaching as you implement new strategies and approaches\n\nThis Cohort is Ideal for: \n\nEducators who have completed the Media Arts Level 1 Cohort\nExperienced media arts teachers seeking to expand creative and technical fluency\nVisual arts educators ready to integrate advanced media concepts into their teaching\n\nExpectations for Joining the Cohort:\n \n\nTeaching or seeking to teach media arts in an integrated or standalone course offering this year\nAbility and commitment to attend all three in-person sessions at Perpich Center for Arts Education in Golden Valley\nAbility to collaborate and engage in hands-on media arts experiences\n\nCohort Meeting Dates (three all day workshops): \nThe Media Arts Advanced Cohort will meet in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education three times throughout the 2025-2026 academic year. These are full-day sessions (9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) with a break for lunch. Cohort members are required to attend all three workshop days. \n\nWednesday\, November 19\, 2025\nTuesday\, February 24\, 2026\nMonday\, April 20\, 2026\n\nMore Details: \n\nThe Media Arts Advanced Cohort will meet in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education: 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN 55422\nWorkshops are full-day sessions (9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) with a break for lunch\nLunch is provided for each workshop\nThere is no cost to participate in this cohort\, and no cost for the online media offerings\nA clock hours form will be provided after each workshop day\n\nQuestions? Contact jeremy.holien@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/2025-2026-media-arts-advanced-cohort-3/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Media Arts,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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SUMMARY:CLASSROOM VISIT – ROSEMOUNT HIGH SCHOOL – WITH CHRISTINA MORRIS
DESCRIPTION:“THE INTENTION OF TEACHER-TO-TEACHER OBSERVATION IS THAT IT BE A TOOL FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND\, IN TURN\, FOR STUDENT LEARNING.” \nREGISTRATION HERE \nDATE AND TIME:\nTuesday\, April 21\, 2026 (11:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) \n11:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.: Check in at the Main Office and meet up with the group (please bring photo ID)\n11:45 a.m. – 12:50 p.m.: Meet with educator Christina Morris\n12:51 p.m. – 1:38 p.m.: observe Advance Dance Technique Class 1\n1:43 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.: observe Advanced Dance Technique Class 2\n2:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.: Travel to Fireside Restaurant\n2:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Debrief with Mary Harding and Christina Morris \nEVENT LOCATIONS:\nRosemount High School\n3335 142nd Street West\nRosemount\, MN 55068 \nPARKING: Free parking is available in the main lot \nBUILDING ENTRANCE INFO: Enter through the Main building entrance. Please bring a photo ID as you will need it to check in. \nEVENT LOCATION #2 (Food + Facilitated Conversation):\nFireside Restaurant in Rosemount (suggested by Christina- owned by former dance student’s parents)\n3410 150th St W\, Rosemount\, MN 55068\n*Food is pay on your own. Participants are responsible for their own lunch cost \nABOUT THE DAY: \n\nThis day is a unique opportunity to inform your teaching practice through peer observation and discussion and form stronger connections with dance and other teachers nearby. To accomplish this\, \n\nWe will observe Christina Morris’s dance program. We will pay particular attention to how movement connects the learning. Think about your “Ah-ha!” and “I wonder…” moments.\nFollowing the classroom observation\, Perpich Dance Education Specialist Mary Harding will facilitate a discussion of our observations and then introduce you to opportunities to connect our observations into practical implementation ideas focused on the Minnesota Academic Standards in Dance among other guiding principles and documents.\nTeachers will then plan strategies and lesson plans for your classroom\, plus have a better understanding of how dance standards relate to the classes you teach.\n\n\n\nDETAILS: \n\nThe day is hosted by Mary Harding\, Dance Education Specialist in Professional Development & Resource Programs at Perpich Center for Arts Education. There is no cost to participate. A certificate for 4 clock hours will be distributed at the end of the day.\nThe maximum number of participants is 10. Registration will close when we reach that number.\nQuestions? Email mary.harding@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/classroom-visit-rosemount-high-school-with-christina-morris/
LOCATION:Rosemount High School\, 3335 142nd St W\,\, Rosemount\, MN\, 55068
CATEGORIES:Classroom Visit,Dance,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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SUMMARY:ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL THEATER EDUCATOR SUMMER ROUNDTABLE
DESCRIPTION:Perpich Center for Arts Education’s Elementary and Middle School Roundtable is back! We have also added a deep dive work session planned for those that would like to stay longer to start mapping out new learning for their classrooms or rehearsal rooms. \nDATE AND TIME:\nTuesday\, June 16\, 2026\n9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nSCHEDULE:\n9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Collaborative sharing session with the full group\n12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Optional catered lunch from Panera\n1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Optional afternoon deep dive work session\, for those who would like to stay \nLOCATION:\nPerpich Center for Arts Education\nGAIA Building\, Large Glass Box – 2nd Floor\n6125 Olson Memorial Highway\nGolden Valley\, MN 55422 \nCOST: FREE \nCLOCK HOURS: Certificates will be given for 3 Clock Hours (for the AM session only) or 6 Clock Hours (for the full day session) \nTARGET AUDIENCE: Minnesota Elementary and Middle School Theater Educators and Directors \nREGISTER HERE \nDETAILS:\nWe will spend the morning together to share your challenges\, questions\, strategies\, ideas\, and resources for teaching and directing elementary and middle school theater. The morning session will continue to build upon the structure\, knowledge\, and resources of our past roundtable gatherings\, and you’re welcome to join whether you are returning or new to this circle! \nYou asked for more time in the afternoon\, and you’ve got it! Want to go deeper? Stick around for the afternoon and begin lesson planning\, connecting more deeply with your colleagues\, and/or dive into learning about new technology or tools that you learned about in the morning. This session aims to allow that connective tissue time\, to bridge new discoveries into practical realities. \nThis day is FOR you and will be largely shaped BY you! It is about sharing and connecting with one another\, and building on the collective wisdom in the room. Drawing upon your takeaway thoughts from last winter about what is top of mind for you\, we will focus on (some or all of) these topics at this gathering: \n\nCommunity building game/activity/exercise sharing\nLesson or Unit Plan sharing\nBackwards planning for scope\, sequence\, and skill building\nStrategies for engaging reluctant learners and/or managing large class sizes\nCollaborating with music directors\, tech directors\, and other key partners\nHow to start a program: building a team\, creating a budget\, selecting a show\nWhatever else feels needed right now!\n\nIn the registration form\, please be sure to indicate what you might be willing to share (from the list above). I’ll follow up asking for more details as we get closer\, and then I’ll work to structure the day and the conversations accordingly! If you are curious about activities and lesson plans that have been shared already\, you can find a brief list here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xPTTfhgJ1KCq3Z5F04XH8YsJV1A88LeZIblhLA_0AnA/edit?usp=sharing \n\nLunch will be optional this year. If you would like to join us for lunch\, please select your choice from the Panera catering menu below. (*Please note that the deadline for our lunch order is June 11th at 5:00 p.m. You are still welcome to join us for the day if you miss that date\, but you will need to bring your own lunch.) \nOTHER DETAILS:\nThis roundtable day is hosted by Dr. Stephanie Lein Walseth\, Theater Education Specialist in Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center for Arts Education.\n(More here: https://perpich.mn.gov/professional-development/state-arts-education-specialists/theater-education-specialist/) \nThis workshop is FREE for participants. Upon completion\, certificates for 3 or 6 Clock Hours will be available. \nPlease contact Stephanie with any questions about the workshop: stephanie.walseth@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/elementary-and-middle-school-theater-educator-summer-roundtable/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T090000
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SUMMARY:BACKSTAGE CENTER STAGE: TECH/DESIGN WORKSHOP FOR THEATER EDUCATORS AND DIRECTORS
DESCRIPTION:Backstage Center Stage is back in the Twin Cities this year\, at Monkey Wrench Productions in the morning\, and Perpich Center in the afternoon! Join K-12/College/University theater educators\, designers\, and artists for an intensive half or full day workshop combining hands-on training in technology and design skills\, and an opportunity to ask the experts about any of the challenging tech/design questions you might have. Deepen your tech/design toolbox with practical tools you can apply in your classroom and theater spaces. Be inspired by the latest equipment\, technology\, and expertise of the presenters. And of course\, connect with other theater educators and directors as you strategize ways to address your tech/design needs! \nDATE AND TIME:\nTuesday\, June 30\, 2026\n9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nDetailed schedule below! \n(*Deadline for registration is Thursday\, June 25th*) \nMORNING LOCATION (9:00 a.m. – 12:35 p.m.):\nMonkey Wrench Productions\n925 Boone Ave N\, Suite 200\nGolden Valley\, MN 55427 \nAFTERNOON LOCATION (12:35 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.):\nPerpich Center for Arts Education\nGAIA Building\, Large Glass Box – 2nd Floor\n6125 Olson Memorial Highway\nGolden Valley\, MN 55422 \nCOST: FREE \nCLOCK HOURS: Certificates will be given for 3 Clock Hours (for the AM session only) or 6 Clock Hours (for the full day session) \nTARGET AUDIENCE:\nK-12 and College/University Theater Educators\, Directors\, Tech Directors\, Music Directors\, Arts Educators and others who work with educational theater or performing arts programs and would like to learn more about the technical and design elements of the process \nREGISTER HERE \n*LIMITED TO 30 SEATS* Please register to save your seat today! Registration deadline is June 25th. (And if you have registered and your plans have changed\, please let us know so we can make more space available. Thank you!) \nSCHEDULE & SESSIONS FOR THE DAY \n9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. – Welcome\, Intros\, Tour Space\, Overview of Monkey Wrench Productions\n9:15 a.m. -10:15 a.m. – SESSION BLOCK 1 (Pick one option below) \nTopic A – Moving Light Maintenance (Seth Scott\, Monkey Wrench Productions) \nTopic B – Building a Set on a Shoestring Budget (Austin Adler\, Minnetonka HS) \n10:15 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. – Break/Transition \n10:25 a.m. – 11:25 a.m. – SESSION BLOCK 2 (Pick one option below) \nTopic C – Tape Light 101 (Jessica Mrovka\, Monkey Wrench Productions) \nTopic D – Basic Mic EQing (Joe Kokal\, Excellence Marketing) \n11:25 a.m. – 11:35 a.m. – Break/Transition \n11:35 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. – SESSION BLOCK 3 (Pick one option below) \nTopic E – Using Projection in Theater (JJ Miller\, Eastview HS) \nTopic F – Set Painting Workshop (Angelique Powers\, University of Minnesota) \n12:35 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Optional – Travel to Perpich Center for Lunch and Afternoon Session \n1:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. – SESSION BLOCK 4 (Optional Afternoon Sessions) \nTopic G – BYOLB (Bring Your Own Light Board) Session for Q&A (Kristine Iverson\, Monkey Wrench) \nTopic H – Lesson Planning: Putting Your Learning Into Action (Stephanie Lein Walseth\, Perpich) \n3:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Final Reflection\, Eval\, and Wrap Up \n  \nFACILITATORS & PRESENTERS \nFind out more about Monkey Wrench Productions\, our partners/co-hosts for this workshop day:\nhttps://www.monkeywrenchpro.com/ \nBackstage Center Stage is hosted by Dr. Stephanie Lein Walseth\, Theater Education Specialist in Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center for Arts Education.\n(More here: https://perpich.mn.gov/professional-development/state-arts-education-specialists/theater-education-specialist/) \nOTHER DETAILS:\nThis workshop is hosted by the Perpich Center for Arts Education Professional Development and Resource Programs team. Upon completion\, certificates for 3 or 6 Clock Hours will be available. \nLunch will be optional this year. If you would like to join us for lunch\, please select your lunch choice from the Panera catering menu. Deadline to register with a lunch order is Thursday\, June 25th. \nPlease contact Theater Education Specialist\, Stephanie Lein Walseth with any questions about the workshop: stephanie.walseth@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/backstage-center-stage-tech-design-workshop-for-theater-educators-and-directors-2/
LOCATION:Paramount Center for the Arts\, 913 West St. Germain Street\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56301\, United States
CATEGORIES:PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T103000
DTSTAMP:20260706T182109Z
CREATED:20260706T182024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T182109Z
UID:22455-1784021400-1784025000@perpich.mn.gov
SUMMARY:CAPP BOOK STUDY - "THE ART OF COACHING TEAMS"
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Coaching Teams by Elena Aguilar Book Study \nDETAILS: Throughout the book study\, CAPP co-chairs will explore several methods to sharpen leadership skills through self-reflection and self- awareness. We will gain actionable tools for fostering deep trust\, cultivating emotional intelligence\, and navigating healthy conflicts to move teams towards a common mission. We will also examine technical facilitation skills\, such as organizing meaningful meetings and developing healthy communication\, to ensure every meeting is supporting adult learning. By the end of this study\, you will have a personalized approach for leading school teams and a community of peers to help you lead with compassion\, clarity\, and intentionality as you continue to advocate for arts education.  \nThis is an optional opportunity for CAPP co-chairs participating in the 2025-2027 cohort. \nMEETING TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. \nSCHEDULE OF VIRTUAL SESSIONS: \n\nTuesday\, July 14\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 1-3\nTuesday\, July 21\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 4-6\nTuesday\, July 28\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 7-9\nTuesday\, August 4\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 10-13\n\nTOTAL TIME COMMITMENT: Approximately 12 hours\, including personal reading/reflection time. A certificate for 12 clock hours will be provided. \nLOCATION: Virtual. You will receive a Google Meet link when you register. \nCOST: Free \nTARGET AUDIENCE: Comprehensive Arts Planning Program (CAPP) district administrators and co-chairs are eligible for this book study.
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/capp-book-study-the-art-of-coaching-teams/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL MEETING
CATEGORIES:CAPP - Comprehensive Arts Planning Program,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T103000
DTSTAMP:20260706T182142Z
CREATED:20260706T182142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T182142Z
UID:22460-1784626200-1784629800@perpich.mn.gov
SUMMARY:CAPP BOOK STUDY - "THE ART OF COACHING TEAMS"
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Coaching Teams by Elena Aguilar Book Study \nDETAILS: Throughout the book study\, CAPP co-chairs will explore several methods to sharpen leadership skills through self-reflection and self- awareness. We will gain actionable tools for fostering deep trust\, cultivating emotional intelligence\, and navigating healthy conflicts to move teams towards a common mission. We will also examine technical facilitation skills\, such as organizing meaningful meetings and developing healthy communication\, to ensure every meeting is supporting adult learning. By the end of this study\, you will have a personalized approach for leading school teams and a community of peers to help you lead with compassion\, clarity\, and intentionality as you continue to advocate for arts education.  \nThis is an optional opportunity for CAPP co-chairs participating in the 2025-2027 cohort. \nMEETING TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. \nSCHEDULE OF VIRTUAL SESSIONS: \n\nTuesday\, July 14\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 1-3\nTuesday\, July 21\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 4-6\nTuesday\, July 28\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 7-9\nTuesday\, August 4\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 10-13\n\nTOTAL TIME COMMITMENT: Approximately 12 hours\, including personal reading/reflection time. A certificate for 12 clock hours will be provided. \nLOCATION: Virtual. You will receive a Google Meet link when you register. \nCOST: Free \nTARGET AUDIENCE: Comprehensive Arts Planning Program (CAPP) district administrators and co-chairs are eligible for this book study.
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/capp-book-study-the-art-of-coaching-teams-2/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL MEETING
CATEGORIES:CAPP - Comprehensive Arts Planning Program,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T103000
DTSTAMP:20260706T182158Z
CREATED:20260706T182158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T182158Z
UID:22462-1785231000-1785234600@perpich.mn.gov
SUMMARY:CAPP BOOK STUDY - "THE ART OF COACHING TEAMS"
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Coaching Teams by Elena Aguilar Book Study \nDETAILS: Throughout the book study\, CAPP co-chairs will explore several methods to sharpen leadership skills through self-reflection and self- awareness. We will gain actionable tools for fostering deep trust\, cultivating emotional intelligence\, and navigating healthy conflicts to move teams towards a common mission. We will also examine technical facilitation skills\, such as organizing meaningful meetings and developing healthy communication\, to ensure every meeting is supporting adult learning. By the end of this study\, you will have a personalized approach for leading school teams and a community of peers to help you lead with compassion\, clarity\, and intentionality as you continue to advocate for arts education.  \nThis is an optional opportunity for CAPP co-chairs participating in the 2025-2027 cohort. \nMEETING TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. \nSCHEDULE OF VIRTUAL SESSIONS: \n\nTuesday\, July 14\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 1-3\nTuesday\, July 21\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 4-6\nTuesday\, July 28\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 7-9\nTuesday\, August 4\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 10-13\n\nTOTAL TIME COMMITMENT: Approximately 12 hours\, including personal reading/reflection time. A certificate for 12 clock hours will be provided. \nLOCATION: Virtual. You will receive a Google Meet link when you register. \nCOST: Free \nTARGET AUDIENCE: Comprehensive Arts Planning Program (CAPP) district administrators and co-chairs are eligible for this book study.
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/capp-book-study-the-art-of-coaching-teams-3/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL MEETING
CATEGORIES:CAPP - Comprehensive Arts Planning Program,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T094500
DTSTAMP:20260710T183355Z
CREATED:20260504T204245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T183355Z
UID:21901-1785402000-1785404700@perpich.mn.gov
SUMMARY:5 THINGS TO KNOW: MINNESOTA K-12 ACADEMIC STANDARDS IN THE ARTS FOR SCHOOL LEADERS
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to your role and/or ready to gain a deeper understanding of the newest Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in the Arts? The Minnesota legislature set the 2023-2024 school year as the implementation date of the new Arts standards. And\, effective August 1\, 2024\, Minn. Statute requires use of these standards in K-12 arts classes — there is no longer the option of basing curriculum on locally-developed standards. \nThis 45-minute seminar is the perfect opportunity for school leaders (and arts educators) to: \n\n\nLearn more about the Minnesota K-12 Arts standards and benchmarks\, and\nCollect resources to support the work of music\, visual arts\, media arts\, dance\, and theater teachers in standards implementation.\n\nREGISTER HERE \nINTENDED PARTICIPANTS: This seminar is intended for K-12 school leaders (and arts educators). \nFACILITATOR: The presenter is Dr. Wendy Barden\, Director of Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center for Arts Education. \nDATES AND TIMES: This session is offered four times. Choose to attend the session most convenient for you! \n\nThursday\, July 30 (9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.)\nMonday\, August 3 (3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.)\nThursday\, August 6 (11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.)\nTuesday\, August 11 (8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.)\n\nMORE DETAILS: \n\nThis is a virtual session. A Zoom link will be sent to participants via email the day prior to the session.\nThis seminar will NOT be recorded for later viewing.\nThere is no cost to participate.\n\n\nQuestions or comments? Email PDR Director Wendy Barden at wendy.barden@pcae.k12.mn.us \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/5-things-to-know-minnesota-k-12-academic-standards-in-the-arts-for-school-leaders-4/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL MEETING
CATEGORIES:Dance,Media Arts,Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Theater,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T205128Z
CREATED:20260407T205128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T205128Z
UID:21706-1785747600-1785762000@perpich.mn.gov
SUMMARY:PERPICH SUMMER MUSIC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS - AUGUST 3\, 2026 "GETTING STARTED WITH DORICO PRO 6: A PRACTICAL SEMINAR FOR K-12 MUSIC EDUCATORS"
DESCRIPTION:Perpich is excited to offer a series of five (5) summer Professional Development sessions for music teachers. All workshops will be in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education in Golden Valley in August\, 2026. Each workshop will be filled with teaching resources\, strategies\, and experiences you can use in your teaching this fall. Come to one or all five! Workshops will run 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, followed by an optional lunch at a nearby restaurant. Register for each session separately and earn 4 clock hours for each session\, plus an additional hour if you attend lunch. There is no cost to participate. \nMonday\, August 3 – Getting Started with Dorico Pro 6: A Practical Seminar for K-12 Music Educators \nDATE: Monday\, August 3\, 2026 \nTIME: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, plus optional off-campus lunch \nREGISTRATION HERE \nLOCATION (in-person):\nPerpich Center for Arts Education\nGaia Building – Glass Box\n6125 Olson Memorial Hwy\, Golden Valley\, MN 55422\n*Gaia is the white building label 6105 on the east side of Perpich campus by the soccer fields \nDESCRIPTION: This seminar is designed for K–12 music teachers who are new to Dorico Pro 6 or are switching from other notation software\, and want a clear\, practical pathway to using it effectively in their daily work. Participants will be introduced to Dorico’s unique workflow and interface; learning how to set up scores\, input and edit music efficiently\, format professional-looking parts\, and utilize flexible playback features. The seminar emphasizes hands-on learning with real classroom applications\, including preparing ensemble music\, creating exercises\, and producing clean\, readable notation for students of all ages. Participants should bring a laptop with Dorico Pro pre-installed and activated. The installation/activation will require an admin level password\, so plan accordingly. There is also a 60-day free trial at Steinberg.com (also requiring admin level installation/activation). \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This workshop is designed for all music teachers using music notation software. \nDETAILS: \n\nEach workshop will take place 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\nThere is no cost to participate but a separate registration is required for each day.\nWater and snacks will be provided.\nAn optional networking lunch will follow each workshop. The cost of lunch is on your own.\nFour clock hours will be earned each day (+ 1 additional clock hour when attending the networking lunch).\n\nQuestions? Email Dr. Michael Buck\, Music Education Specialist at michael.buck@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/perpich-summer-music-professional-development-workshops-august-3-2026-getting-started-with-dorico-pro-6-a-practical-seminar-for-k-12-music-educators/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T154500
DTSTAMP:20260710T183403Z
CREATED:20260504T204422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T183403Z
UID:21903-1785769200-1785771900@perpich.mn.gov
SUMMARY:5 THINGS TO KNOW: MINNESOTA K-12 ACADEMIC STANDARDS IN THE ARTS FOR SCHOOL LEADERS
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to your role and/or ready to gain a deeper understanding of the newest Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in the Arts? The Minnesota legislature set the 2023-2024 school year as the implementation date of the new Arts standards. And\, effective August 1\, 2024\, Minn. Statute requires use of these standards in K-12 arts classes — there is no longer the option of basing curriculum on locally-developed standards. \nThis 45-minute seminar is the perfect opportunity for school leaders (and arts educators) to: \n\n\nLearn more about the Minnesota K-12 Arts standards and benchmarks\, and\nCollect resources to support the work of music\, visual arts\, media arts\, dance\, and theater teachers in standards implementation.\n\nREGISTER HERE \nINTENDED PARTICIPANTS: This seminar is intended for K-12 school leaders (and arts educators). \nFACILITATOR: The presenter is Dr. Wendy Barden\, Director of Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center for Arts Education. \nDATES AND TIMES: This session is offered four times. Choose to attend the session most convenient for you! \n\nThursday\, July 30 (9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.)\nMonday\, August 3 (3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.)\nThursday\, August 6 (11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.)\nTuesday\, August 11 (8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.)\n\nMORE DETAILS: \n\nThis is a virtual session. A Zoom link will be sent to participants via email the day prior to the session.\nThis seminar will NOT be recorded for later viewing.\nThere is no cost to participate.\n\n\nQuestions or comments? Email PDR Director Wendy Barden at wendy.barden@pcae.k12.mn.us \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/5-things-to-know-minnesota-k-12-academic-standards-in-the-arts-for-school-leaders-5/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL MEETING
CATEGORIES:Dance,Media Arts,Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Theater,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T205407Z
CREATED:20260407T205407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T205407Z
UID:21709-1785834000-1785848400@perpich.mn.gov
SUMMARY:PERPICH SUMMER MUSIC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS - AUGUST 4\, 2026 "MUSIC FOR EVERYBODY: ADAPTIVE INSTRUMENTS\, APPS\, AND INCLUSIVE BAND STRATEGIES"
DESCRIPTION:Perpich is excited to offer a series of five (5) summer Professional Development sessions for music teachers. All workshops will be in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education in Golden Valley in August\, 2026. Each workshop will be filled with teaching resources\, strategies\, and experiences you can use in your teaching this fall. Come to one or all five! Workshops will run 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, followed by an optional lunch at a nearby restaurant. Register for each session separately and earn 4 clock hours for each session\, plus an additional hour if you attend lunch. There is no cost to participate. \nTuesday\, August 4 – Music for Every Body: Adaptive Instruments\, Apps\, and Inclusive Band Strategies \nDATE: Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026 \nTIME: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, plus optional off-campus lunch \nREGISTRATION HERE \nLOCATION (in-person):\nPerpich Center for Arts Education\nGaia Building – Glass Box\n6125 Olson Memorial Hwy\, Golden Valley\, MN 55422\n*Gaia is the white building label 6105 on the east side of Perpich campus by the soccer fields \nDESCRIPTION: Music for Every Body: Adaptive Instruments\, Apps\, and Inclusive Band Strategies is a hands-on workshop designed for elementary\, middle school\, and classroom/general music teachers\, as well as music educators interested in inclusive practices. Drawing on approaches developed through the UNI Spectrum Project\, this session explores practical ways to make music participation accessible for students with diverse learning\, physical\, and communication needs. Participants will experiment with adaptive instruments such as Orba\, Chorda\, and Oddball electronic percussion\, interactive tools like motion-based drumsticks\, and iPad music apps that support accessible music-making. The workshop will also demonstrate ways to adapt modern band equipment so students with disabilities can participate in rock bands alongside their peers. Teachers will rotate through hands-on activity stations and discuss strategies for adapting these ideas for their own classrooms. Participants should bring a smartphone or tablet (if available) for trying music apps; all other instruments and materials will be provided. \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This workshop is designed for K-12 music teachers. \nDETAILS: \n\nEach workshop will take place 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\nThere is no cost to participate but a separate registration is required for each day.\nWater and snacks will be provided.\nAn optional networking lunch will follow each workshop. The cost of lunch is on your own.\nFour clock hours will be earned each day (+ 1 additional clock hour when attending the networking lunch).\n\nQuestions? Email Dr. Michael Buck\, Music Education Specialist at michael.buck@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/perpich-summer-music-professional-development-workshops-august-4-2026-music-for-everybody-adaptive-instruments-apps-and-inclusive-band-strategies/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T103000
DTSTAMP:20260706T205101Z
CREATED:20260706T182215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T205101Z
UID:22464-1785835800-1785839400@perpich.mn.gov
SUMMARY:CAPP BOOK STUDY - "THE ART OF COACHING TEAMS"
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Coaching Teams by Elena Aguilar Book Study \nDETAILS: Throughout the book study\, CAPP co-chairs will explore several methods to sharpen leadership skills through self-reflection and self- awareness. We will gain actionable tools for fostering deep trust\, cultivating emotional intelligence\, and navigating healthy conflicts to move teams towards a common mission. We will also examine technical facilitation skills\, such as organizing meaningful meetings and developing healthy communication\, to ensure every meeting is supporting adult learning. By the end of this study\, you will have a personalized approach for leading school teams and a community of peers to help you lead with compassion\, clarity\, and intentionality as you continue to advocate for arts education.  \nThis is an optional opportunity for CAPP co-chairs participating in the 2025-2027 cohort. \nMEETING TIME: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. \nSCHEDULE OF VIRTUAL SESSIONS: \n\nTuesday\, July 14\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 1-3\nTuesday\, July 21\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 4-6\nTuesday\, July 28\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 7-9\nTuesday\, August 4\, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Discussion of Chapters 10-13\n\nTOTAL TIME COMMITMENT: Approximately 12 hours\, including personal reading/reflection time. A certificate for 12 clock hours will be provided. \nLOCATION: Virtual. You will receive a Google Meet link when you register. \nCOST: Free \nTARGET AUDIENCE: Comprehensive Arts Planning Program (CAPP) district administrators and co-chairs are eligible for this book study.
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/capp-book-study-the-art-of-coaching-teams-4/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL MEETING
CATEGORIES:CAPP - Comprehensive Arts Planning Program,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T205616Z
CREATED:20260407T205616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T205616Z
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SUMMARY:PERPICH SUMMER MUSIC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS - AUGUST 5\, 2026 "FOUR STRINGS\, INFINITE POSSIBILITIES: A MUSIC TEACHER UKULELE BOOT CAMP"
DESCRIPTION:Perpich is excited to offer a series of five (5) summer Professional Development sessions for music teachers. All workshops will be in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education in Golden Valley in August\, 2026. Each workshop will be filled with teaching resources\, strategies\, and experiences you can use in your teaching this fall. Come to one or all five! Workshops will run 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, followed by an optional lunch at a nearby restaurant. Register for each session separately and earn 4 clock hours for each session\, plus an additional hour if you attend lunch. There is no cost to participate. \nWednesday\, August 5 – Four Strings\, Infinite Possibilities: A Music Teacher Ukulele Boot Camp \nDATE: Wednesday\, August 5\, 2026 \nTIME: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, plus optional off-campus lunch \nREGISTRATION HERE \nLOCATION (in-person):\nPerpich Center for Arts Education\nGaia Building – Glass Box\n6125 Olson Memorial Hwy\, Golden Valley\, MN 55422\n*Gaia is the white building label 6105 on the east side of Perpich campus by the soccer fields \nDESCRIPTION: Elevate your music classroom with a ukulele educator’s boot camp\, led by Dr. Christopher Russell. This intensive four-hour session is designed to bridge the gap between “playing” and “pedagogy.” Whether you are launching a brand-new program or revitalizing an existing one\, you will gain the tools to teach ukulele at the elementary\, middle\, or high school level with confidence. Participants are encouraged to bring a ukulele to the session. \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This workshop is designed for K-12 music teachers. \nDETAILS: \n\nEach workshop will take place 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\nThere is no cost to participate but a separate registration is required for each day.\nWater and snacks will be provided.\nAn optional networking lunch will follow each workshop. The cost of lunch is on your own.\nFour clock hours will be earned each day (+ 1 additional clock hour when attending the networking lunch).\n\nQuestions? Email Dr. Michael Buck\, Music Education Specialist at michael.buck@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/perpich-summer-music-professional-development-workshops-august-5-2026-four-strings-infinite-possibilities-a-music-teacher-ukulele-boot-camp/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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SUMMARY:THEATER DIRECTOR AND EDUCATOR SUMMER CONFERENCE 2026: "EMPOWERMENT THROUGH PLAY-FILLED LEARNING\, LEADERSHIP\, AND MINDSETS"
DESCRIPTION:At this year’s TDEC\, we are thrilled to be led throughout the day by Malia’Kekia Nicolini and Christopher Beaulieu of Play Pathways Initiative! In this time of challenge for us as individuals and as a collective\, as educators\, artists\, and humans\, we are excited to return to the grounded seeds of our practice – play and creativity – and see what it might calm\, ignite\, and transform. Malia’Kekia and Christopher write\, “As interdisciplinary artists we weave all of our training to empower creativity\, innovation\, and leadership through vulnerability…This intimate work is led through movement\, not lecture\, and grounded in a Pedagogy of Play.” Come join us and PLAY!!! \nWe’ll begin the day with a 2-hour deep-dive hands-on workshop for all those who would like that experience. The Play Pathways team will also ground us with some framing\, using their pedagogy of buoy and anchor’s of play for the day. \nWe’ll then break for a catered lunch\, an opportunity to debrief on the experience\, and the chance to connect for small group table conversations on the topics of your choice. If the morning session does not work for you\, feel free to join the conference day here. \nThe afternoon will consist of breakout sessions – some led by Play Pathways Initiative\, and some by local theater educators – covering a range of theater education topics including but not limited too: Creative Casting\, Graceful Feedback\, Performing the Death\, Acting in Archetype\, and more. We’ll close with a plenary booked session with Play Pathways Initiative. \nAnd then\, as always\, we’ll have a catered dinner and more conversation\, and tickets to a show! This year’s performance is Come From Away at the Guthrie Theater. We can’t wait to see you and to get playful together! \n——————————————————————————————————————————————————— \nCLICK HERE FOR DETAILS AND TO REGISTER! \n——————————————————————————————————————————————————— \nDATE AND TIME:\nWednesday\, August 5\, 2026\n9:45 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. + Dinner + Show\nDetailed schedule below! \nLOCATION:\nPerpich Arts High School\n6125 Olson Memorial Highway\nGolden Valley\, MN 55422 \nCOST: $35 \nCLOCK HOURS: Certificates will be given for 8 Clock Hours \nTARGET AUDIENCE:\nK-12 and College/University Theater Educators\, Directors\, Tech Directors\, Music Directors\, Arts Educators and others who work with educational theater programs \nPlease register and pay to save your seat today! Registration deadline is June 30th. \n ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— \n\nSCHEDULE & SESSIONS FOR THE DAY\n9:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. – Participants arrive and check in\n9:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – Welcome\, Intros\, Logistics\n10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – MORNING PLENARY SESSION: EMPOWERMENT THROUGH PLAY\n12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. – Catered Lunch and Optional Table Conversations\n12:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – BREAKOUT SESSION BLOCKS (3 sessions x 3 options @ 75 min each) \n\nPerforming the Death – Christopher Beaulieu\nAuditioning Reimagined: Banishing Self-Doubt – Malia’Kekia Nicolini\nEngaging Kids Who Don’t Want to Be in Theater Class – Jamela Pettiford\nHeroes and Villains: Acting Through Archetype – Christopher Beaulieu\nGraceful Feedback: How to Offer\, Listen\, and Respond – Malia’Kekia Nicolini\nMore Than Putting on a Show: Creating and Running a Successful Theater Program – Mike Ricci\nAll Things Musicals: Movement\, Voice Work\, and Character Interpretation – Sheena Janson Kelley\nTech Theater 101: A Crash Course for Beginners – Austin Adler\nShaping Lesson and Unit Plans: Concrete Examples That Work – Lori Constable\n\n5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. – AFTERNOON PLENARY SESSION: REFLECTION WITH PLAY PATHWAYS\n5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. – Catered Dinner and Conversations\n6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – Travel to the Guthrie Theater\n7:30 p.m. – PERFORMANCE of COME FROM AWAY \n——————————————————————————————————————————————————— \nCLICK HERE FOR DETAILS AND TO REGISTER! \n——————————————————————————————————————————————————— \nFACILITATORS & PRESENTERS \nFind out more about Play Pathways Initiative\, our partners for this conference day: https://playpathways.com/ \nAnd find out more about the PPI Facilitators\, Malia’Kekia Nicolini and Christopher Beaulieu here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mrx3aCjlxcbV_j0GhMbb57fcg0ttbdt462QLvg0Mji4/edit?usp=sharing \nTheater Director and Educator Conference (TDEC) 2026 is hosted by Dr. Stephanie Lein Walseth\, Theater Education Specialist in Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center for Arts Education\nMore here: https://perpich.mn.gov/professional-development/state-arts-education-specialists/theater-education-specialist/ \nPlease contact stephanie.walseth@pcae.k12.mn.us with any questions about the conference!
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/theater-director-and-educator-summer-conference-2026-empowerment-through-play-filled-learning-leadership-and-mindsets/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Theater
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T130000
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SUMMARY:PERPICH SUMMER MUSIC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS - AUGUST 6\, 2026 "JAZZ INSPIRED DANCES: MOVEMENT\, MUSIC AND FUN!"
DESCRIPTION:Perpich is excited to offer a series of five (5) summer Professional Development sessions for music teachers. All workshops will be in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education in Golden Valley in August\, 2026. Each workshop will be filled with teaching resources\, strategies\, and experiences you can use in your teaching this fall. Come to one or all five! Workshops will run 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, followed by an optional lunch at a nearby restaurant. Register for each session separately and earn 4 clock hours for each session\, plus an additional hour if you attend lunch. There is no cost to participate. \nThursday\, August 6 – Jazz Inspired Dances – Movement\, Music and Fun! \nDATE: Thursday\, August 6\, 2026 \nTIME: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, plus optional off-campus lunch \nREGISTRATION HERE \nLOCATION (in-person):\nPerpich Center for Arts Education\nGaia Building – Glass Box\n6125 Olson Memorial Hwy\, Golden Valley\, MN 55422\n*Gaia is the white building label 6105 on the east side of Perpich campus by the soccer fields \nDESCRIPTION: Learn a variety of vernacular jazz movements that explore shapes\, levels\, pathways and timing and connect to current popular dances. Explore music and movement that engages students in rhythm and syncopation. Have fun with movement and support your students as they create their own combinations and their own line dances! \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This workshop is designed for K-12 general music teachers. \nDETAILS: \n\nEach workshop will take place 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\nThere is no cost to participate but a separate registration is required for each day.\nWater and snacks will be provided.\nAn optional networking lunch will follow each workshop. The cost of lunch is on your own.\nFour clock hours will be earned each day (+ 1 additional clock hour when attending the networking lunch).\n\nQuestions? Email Dr. Michael Buck\, Music Education Specialist at michael.buck@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/perpich-summer-music-professional-development-workshops-august-6-2026-jazz-inspired-dances-movement-music-and-fun/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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SUMMARY:5 THINGS TO KNOW: MINNESOTA K-12 ACADEMIC STANDARDS IN THE ARTS FOR SCHOOL LEADERS
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to your role and/or ready to gain a deeper understanding of the newest Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in the Arts? The Minnesota legislature set the 2023-2024 school year as the implementation date of the new Arts standards. And\, effective August 1\, 2024\, Minn. Statute requires use of these standards in K-12 arts classes — there is no longer the option of basing curriculum on locally-developed standards. \nThis 45-minute seminar is the perfect opportunity for school leaders (and arts educators) to: \n\n\nLearn more about the Minnesota K-12 Arts standards and benchmarks\, and\nCollect resources to support the work of music\, visual arts\, media arts\, dance\, and theater teachers in standards implementation.\n\nREGISTER HERE \nINTENDED PARTICIPANTS: This seminar is intended for K-12 school leaders (and arts educators). \nFACILITATOR: The presenter is Dr. Wendy Barden\, Director of Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center for Arts Education. \nDATES AND TIMES: This session is offered four times. Choose to attend the session most convenient for you! \n\nThursday\, July 30 (9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.)\nMonday\, August 3 (3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.)\nThursday\, August 6 (11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.)\nTuesday\, August 11 (8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.)\n\nMORE DETAILS: \n\nThis is a virtual session. A Zoom link will be sent to participants via email the day prior to the session.\nThis seminar will NOT be recorded for later viewing.\nThere is no cost to participate.\n\n\nQuestions or comments? Email PDR Director Wendy Barden at wendy.barden@pcae.k12.mn.us \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/5-things-to-know-minnesota-k-12-academic-standards-in-the-arts-for-school-leaders-7/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL MEETING
CATEGORIES:Dance,Media Arts,Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Theater,Visual Arts
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T130000
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SUMMARY:PERPICH SUMMER MUSIC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS - AUGUST 7\, 2026 "THE RHYTHM OF SOMALIA: A COLLECTION OF SONGS\, STORIES\, AND TRADITIONS"
DESCRIPTION:Perpich is excited to offer a series of five (5) summer Professional Development sessions for music teachers. All workshops will be in person at Perpich Center for Arts Education in Golden Valley in August\, 2026. Each workshop will be filled with teaching resources\, strategies\, and experiences you can use in your teaching this fall. Come to one or all five! Workshops will run 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, followed by an optional lunch at a nearby restaurant. Register for each session separately and earn 4 clock hours for each session\, plus an additional hour if you attend lunch. There is no cost to participate. \nFriday\, August 7 – The Rhythm of Somalia: A Collection of Songs\, Stories\, and Traditions \nDATE: Friday\, August 7\, 2026 \nTIME: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\, plus optional off-campus lunch \nREGISTRATION HERE \nLOCATION (in-person):\nPerpich Center for Arts Education\nGaia Building – Glass Box\n6125 Olson Memorial Hwy\, Golden Valley\, MN 55422\n*Gaia is the white building label 6105 on the east side of Perpich campus by the soccer fields \nDESCRIPTION:Join us for this engaging presentation on a culturally relevant approach to music education and culturally responsive teaching. Together\, we will cover the importance of cultural representation\, mirrors and windows in the music classroom\, and integrating global music into your daily teaching. We will have critical discussions about the importance and need for global music education vs Eurocentric music education\, learn about Somali culture\, practices\, and values\, and discuss the importance of using global music to connect with students and their lived experiences. You will walk away knowing new Somali repertoire directly from Qorsho and Becca’s published book\, The Rhythm of Somalia and how to use this resource with your students. \nTARGET AUDIENCE: This workshop is designed for K-5 music teachers. \nDETAILS: \n\nEach workshop will take place 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\nThere is no cost to participate but a separate registration is required for each day.\nWater and snacks will be provided.\nAn optional networking lunch will follow each workshop. The cost of lunch is on your own.\nFour clock hours will be earned each day (+ 1 additional clock hour when attending the networking lunch).\n\nQuestions? Email Dr. Michael Buck\, Music Education Specialist at michael.buck@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/perpich-summer-music-professional-development-workshops-august-7-2026-the-rhythm-of-somalia-a-collection-of-songs-stories-and-traditions/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T210324Z
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SUMMARY:2ND ANNUAL BOOK FAIR
DESCRIPTION:DATE AND TIME: Monday\, August 10\, 2026 (1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.) \nDESCRIPTION: Perpich Center is excited to host our 2nd Annual Book Fair! This year\, the Book Fair invites K-12 educators and librarians and community members to celebrate books by a diverse group of BIPOC authors and illustrators. \nThe afternoon will include opening remarks by Sen. Mary Kunesh\, a champion of libraries and former library media specialist; a keynote conversation with Bao Phi; and time to peruse and purchase books from several independent booksellers. Two clock hours will be available at the end of the Fair. \nREGISTRATION HERE
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/2nd-annual-book-fair/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Dance,Literary Arts,Media Arts,Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Theater,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T084500
DTSTAMP:20260710T183417Z
CREATED:20260504T204711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T183417Z
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SUMMARY:5 THINGS TO KNOW: MINNESOTA K-12 ACADEMIC STANDARDS IN THE ARTS FOR SCHOOL LEADERS
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to your role and/or ready to gain a deeper understanding of the newest Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards in the Arts? The Minnesota legislature set the 2023-2024 school year as the implementation date of the new Arts standards. And\, effective August 1\, 2024\, Minn. Statute requires use of these standards in K-12 arts classes — there is no longer the option of basing curriculum on locally-developed standards. \nThis 45-minute seminar is the perfect opportunity for school leaders (and arts educators) to: \n\n\nLearn more about the Minnesota K-12 Arts standards and benchmarks\, and\nCollect resources to support the work of music\, visual arts\, media arts\, dance\, and theater teachers in standards implementation.\n\nREGISTER HERE \nINTENDED PARTICIPANTS: This seminar is intended for K-12 school leaders (and arts educators). \nFACILITATOR: The presenter is Dr. Wendy Barden\, Director of Professional Development and Resource Programs at Perpich Center for Arts Education. \nDATES AND TIMES: This session is offered four times. Choose to attend the session most convenient for you! \n\nThursday\, July 30 (9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.)\nMonday\, August 3 (3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.)\nThursday\, August 6 (11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.)\nTuesday\, August 11 (8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.)\n\nMORE DETAILS: \n\nThis is a virtual session. A Zoom link will be sent to participants via email the day prior to the session.\nThis seminar will NOT be recorded for later viewing.\nThere is no cost to participate.\n\n\nQuestions or comments? Email PDR Director Wendy Barden at wendy.barden@pcae.k12.mn.us \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/5-things-to-know-minnesota-k-12-academic-standards-in-the-arts-for-school-leaders-8/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL MEETING
CATEGORIES:Dance,Media Arts,Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs,Theater,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T150000
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SUMMARY:MUSIC WILL MODERN BAND 101
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on course serves as an introduction to modern band\, a contemporary approach to music education that centers student creation and decision making\, focusing on popular music and instruments. The workshop will cover core values of Music Will such as approximation\, scaffolding\, musical decision making\, iconic notation\, and culturally sustaining teaching techniques. Participants will receive instruction on guitar\, keyboard\, drums\, vocals\, and bass\, and then utilize their new musical skills to compose and perform an original song in a collaborative setting. Participants will also be the first to hear about an exciting new opportunity in Minnesota designed to support music teachers to embed modern band successfully in your school. \nWhat You’ll Get: \n\nNew strategies focusing on instrumental instruction\, improvisation\, and songwriting using music production\nCurricular projects & activities for all of your music students\nUnlimited access to new curricular materials and online resources\nParticipation in a community of more than 4\,000 music teachers from across the country\n\nWorkshop Info:\nTuesday\, August 18\, 2026\n9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CT\nPerpich Center for Arts Education\n6125 Olson Memorial Hwy\nGolden Valley\, MN 55422 \nREGISTRATION HERE \nOther Details: \n\nThere is no cost to attend this workshop\nA clock hours form will be provided after the workshop\nRegistration questions? Email at program@musicwill.org. Find out more about Music Will at musicwill.org.\nAdditional questions can be emailed to Dr. Michael Buck\, Music Education Specialist at michael.buck@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/music-will-modern-band-101/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T035114Z
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SUMMARY:2026 MINNESOTA DANCE SUMMER WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Minnesota Dance Summer Workshop hosted by Perpich Center for Arts Education! \nFeaturing TU Dance\, “Creating A Space of Belonging” will celebrate the legacy of TU Dance Founding Artistic Director\, Toni Pierce-Sands! \nDATE AND TIME: \nWednesday\, August 19\, 2026\n9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nRegistration Due by August 7\, 2026 \nREGISTRATION HERE \nCOST: FREE \nABOUT THE WORKSHOP:\nAs we mourn the passing of Twin Cities’ dance legend\, Toni Pierce-Sands\, we will gather to celebrate her impact on the company she co-founded and her transformational legacy in the field of dance education. We will discuss how Toni inspired and helped to shape the TU Dance values and specifically how they are incorporated into The School at TU Dance Center\, through diverse dance techniques\, teaching philosophies\, community engagement work and unique formatting for student showings and performances. Laurel shared that Toni often highlighted the importance of “being a good community member\,” and the fact that this should be valued just as much as receiving high-level dance training. At TU Dance Center\, students\, families\, teachers\, choreographers\, accompanists\, and staff are all held to that expectation\, to first and foremost create a space of belonging before any training can begin. \nDuring our time together\, we will explore Toni’s philosophy as we move with TU Dance presenters Laurel Keen (Ballet through a contemporary lens) and Hassan Ingraham (Horton-Based Modern); along with Mary Harding of Perpich Center for Arts Education. Presenters will lead participants through a series of dance sessions and reflective conversations\, and together we will reflect on our own personal philosophies and how they impact our teaching. \nABOUT TU DANCE and TONI PIERCE-SANDS\n“TU Dance draws from diverse dance expressions to connect communities with transformational possibilities that bring to life our shared humanity.” – TU Dance’s Mission Statement \nFounded in 2004 in Saint Paul\, Minnesota\, TU Dance is a leading voice for contemporary dance. The professional company is acclaimed for its diverse and versatile artists\, performing work that draws together modern dance\, classical ballet\, African-based\, and urban vernacular movements. Through celebrated performances of the professional company and CULTIVATE\, A Trainee Program\, and accessible dance education at TU Dance Center\, TU Dance provides opportunities for everyone to experience the connective power of dance. \nToni Pierce-Sands (TU Dance Founding Artistic Director) Prior to co-founding TU Dance\, Minnesota native Toni Pierce-Sands performed with Minnesota Dance Theatre\, Tanz Forum in Germany\, Rick Odums in Paris\, and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater\, where she was a featured soloist in such signature pieces as Revelations\, Cry and Rainbow Round My Shoulder. Her command of the Horton Technique has led to teaching posts throughout the United States and Europe. Toni directed programming at TU Dance Center in Saint Paul. She was a full-time core faculty member at the University of Minnesota for twenty years and also served as Director of University Dance Theatre. Toni has been featured in COSMOPOLITAN Germany and GQ publications\, the American Express Alvin Ailey commercial\, and the Lester Horton Technique instructional DVD series. She wrote columns for Dance Studio Life magazine on various pedagogical approaches for modern dance. Toni was awarded a 2004 McKnight Artist Fellowship in Dance\, named the Sage Awards’ “2011 Leadership Training and was a panelist for the 2018 Dance Miami Choreographers’ Program. She served as a member of the University of Minnesota’s Northrop Advisory Board. \nABOUT THE DAY:\nPresenters Laurel Keen and Hassan Ingraham from TU Dance\, along with Mary Harding of Perpich Center for Arts Education\, will lead participants through a series of dance sessions and reflective conversations. \nWorkshop classes will accommodate a wide range of experiences. Please indicate your self determined experience range below in order to support Laurel and Hassan in their planning. \nAll skill levels are welcome.\nFacilitated conversations will guide you to reflect on your choices in your teaching. You will consider what is important to you as you consider your curriculum\, your teaching philosophy\, your connection to community and your student showings and performances. \nLOCATION:\nPerpich Center for Arts Education – Dance Studio\n6125 Olson Memorial Hwy\, Golden Valley\, MN  55422 \nLUNCH:\nLunch and light snacks will be provided. We ask that you list your dietary restrictions in the form. Thank you! \nCLOCK HOURS:\nYou will receive 7 Professional Development clock hours for attending. \nREGISTRATION HERE \nQuestions or comments? Email mary.harding@pcae.k12.mn.us
URL:https://perpich.mn.gov/event/2026-minnesota-dance-summer-workshop/
LOCATION:Perpich Center for Arts Education\, 6125 Olson Memorial Highway\, Golden Valley\, MN\, 55422\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,PDR - Professional Development and Resource Programs
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