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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-639-E Arts - The Expedition School Arts Grant DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F c a Of ORANGE COUNTY ARTS COMMISSION immt ei R T FALL 2015 GRANT AGREEMENT L 1i 1 U E I;,i]U fl c \ e �iy ':I:.TIt�?I n THIS AGREEMENT, entered into this 22nd day of December, 2015, by and between Orange County ("County"), by and through the Orange County Arts Commission ("Arts Commission") and The Expedition School ("Grant Recipient"). WHEREAS, the Arts Commission is a countywide arts agency that ensures the growth of local arts experiences by providing funding and support for diverse high quality programs and projects. WHEREAS, the Arts Commission administers the Spring and Fall Arts Grants Program to provide economic opportunities to Orange County artists and non-profit organizations coordinating arts projects benefiting the citizens of Orange County. WHEREAS, the Spring Arts Grants Program is supported by Arts Commission with funds from the Grassroots Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Cultural Resources and the National Endowment for the Arts. WHEREAS, the Grant Recipient was selected by the Arts Commission to receive the Spring Arts Grant through the procedures duly adopted by the Arts Commission; and WHEREAS, both parties wish to promote and maintain the integrity and clarity of the Grant Recipient's ideas and statements and delineate the Grant Recipient's obligations to the County; NOW, THEREFORE, the County and the Grant Recipient, for the consideration and under the conditions hereinafter set forth, agree as follows: 1. Approved Grant Project. Grant funds are provided under this Agreement for the project ("Project") described in the Grant Recipient's Grant Application, attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A. 2. Grant Award. Grant funds in an amount not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) have been awarded by the Arts Commission to the Grant Recipient for the approved Project. These funds must be matched at least dollar-for-dollar with cash from the Grant Recipient's funds not derived from either Orange County appropriations or the North Carolina Arts Council. 3. Contingency. This grant is contingent on North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Program funding to the Arts Commission. Final decisions on Grassroots Program funds to the North Carolina Arts Council are subject to approval by the North Carolina General Assembly. 4. Responsibilities of the Grant Recipient 1 Revised June 2015 DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F A. Implementation. The Project implementation shall take place between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016. The Project shall be implemented in the manner described in Exhibit A. Time is of the essence in the implementation of the Project. B. Modifications to project. Grant Recipient shall present major changes to the original proposal, including but not limited to changes in design, implementation schedule and increase in Project budget by more than 10%, in writing to the Arts Commission for approval. Arts Commission shall approve or disapprove Grant Recipient's request for modifications within seven (7) days of receipt thereof. Consent to project modifications shall not be unreasonably withheld. Arts Commission's decisions shall be in writing. In the event the Arts Commission fails to approve or disapprove the requested modifications within the time stated herein, the modifications shall be deemed approved. C. Non—assignment. The grant cannot be assigned or transferred to a different project or artist without prior written approval of the Arts Commission. D. Records. Grant Recipient must maintain records and other evidence pertaining to costs incurred and revenues acquired during the Project implementation. Grant Recipient shall maintain financial records pertaining to the Project for three (3) years from the date of this Agreement, in ease of audit. E. Use of Funds. Grant Recipient shall not use the grant funds to repay outstanding taxes or other debts of any nature. The grants shall be utilized solely for the purpose of implementing the Project and Project related expenses. F. Final Report. Grant Recipient shall submit to the Arts Commission a Final Report on January 13, 2017 . The Final Report shall be in the format required by the North Carolina Arts Council. Failure to submit the Final Report or late submission of the Final Report, for any reason, shall be grounds for denial and/or cancellation of grant funds for the Project and future grant proposals. 5. Responsibilities of the Arts Commission A. Payment. The Arts Commission shall release the grant funds in the amount of $1,000 to the Grant Recipient. 6. Publicity A. Acknowledgement. Credit must be given to the Orange County Arts Commission using the Arts Commission logo and if State funds are received to the North Carolina Grassroots Program in brochures, news releases, programs, and all other printed and online publications. Copies of such printed materials must accompany the evaluation report. When no printed information is used, verbal credit shall be given. In addition, all print and promotional material must include the following credit line (check all that apply): 2 Revised June 2015 DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F i. x County Funds Only. "This program is supported by the Orange County Arts Commission." ii. North Carolina Arts Council Funding. "This program is supported by the Orange County Arts Commission with funds from the Grassroots Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency. " B. The Grant Recipient must enter all events, exhibits and performances open to the public and related to this grant award on the ExploreChapelHillARTS.com website and display ExploreChapelHillARTS.com publicity materials (postcards, brochures, etc.) prominently and consistently at their venue or performance space. In addition, the Grant Recipient must add a link to the ExploreChapelHillARTS.coin (ExploreChapelHillARTS.com logo preferred) to their main webpage. The Grant Recipient shall contact the Orange County Arts Commission for replacement ExploreChapelHiIIARTS.com publicity materials. 7. Indemnity. The Grant Recipient agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the County, the Arts Commission and the North Carolina Arts Council and their officers and employees from any and all claims or actual injury, damage or loss to a person, or real or personal property that results from or is in any way connected to the use of the grant funds. 8. Independent Contractor. The Grant Recipient is an independent contractor and not an employee, agent or other representative of the County and/or the Arts Commission. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed to create the relationship of principal and agent, or employer and employee, between Grant Recipient and Arts Commission or Orange County Government. Grant Recipient understands and agrees that he/she is not authorized to incur any expenses or any liability whatsoever on behalf of the County or the Arts Commission and has no authority, expressed or implied, to obligate or make representations on behalf of the County or the Arts Commission. In addition, Grant Recipient agrees to maintain his or her own worker's compensation insurance for himself/herself and his or her employees for the duration of the art work's installation. 9. Termination A. In the event of any of the circumstances set forth below (hereinafter referred to as "default"), the Arts Commission may immediately terminate this Agreement: (i) Any fraudulent representation in any verification required to obtain payment under this Agreement or other dishonesty on a material matter relating to the performance of services under this Agreement. (ii) Nonperformance, incomplete service or performance, or failure to satisfactorily perform any part of the Project or to comply with any provision of this Agreement, as determined by the Arts Commission in its sole discretion. 3 Revised June 2015 DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F (iii) Failure to adhere to the terms of applicable county, state or federal laws, regulations, or stated public policy. B. In the event of default by the Grant Recipient, the Arts Commission has the discretion to elect to terminate this Agreement, in whole or in part and/or require the Grant Recipient to repay the grant funds within seven (7) from written notice of default or allow the grant recipient the opportunity to cure the default. This clause shall not be interpreted to limit the County's or the Arts Commission's remedies in law or in equity. 10. Miscellaneous. A. Entire Agreement. This Agreement and the attachments contain the final and entire understanding of the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement. All modifications and amendments to this Agreement shall be in writing. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties, their heirs, successors and assigns. B. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina and the Orange County. C. Entire Agreement and Signatures. The parties have read this Agreement and agree to be bound by all of its terms, and further agree that it constitutes the complete and exclusive statement of the Agreement between the parties unless and until modified in writing and signed by the parties. This Agreement together with any amendments or modifications may be executed electronically. All electronic signatures affixed hereto evidence the intent of the Parties to comply with Article 11A and Article 40 of North Carolina General Statute Chapter 66. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Orange County and the Grant Recipient have signed this Grant Agreement, effective on the last date this Agreement is signed by both parties as indicated by the dates set forth under signatures below. For and on behalf of the Grant Recipient fe—oocusigned by: 12/22/2015 TR w.V.y Frnc. - `—.4545F084957F499... Expedition School Date For and on behalf of Orange County Government Docu5igned by: E_ 56 t, tkowAuostui 12/30/2015 0113799413755E477... Inty Manager Date 4 Revised June 2015 DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Zl r Art g-46413.clichAWA G . tjil Fo Orange County Arts Commission ORANGE COUNTY ARTS COMMISSION Promoting the artistic and cultural development of Orange County, North Carolina Evaluation Criteria - Artistic merit of program. - Populations served—impact for geographic&traditionally under-served populations. - Feasibility of proposed activity&effectiveness in providing high-impact arts experiences in schools. - Cooperation between schools and artists. • Evidence of feasibility of program, community support, and responsiveness to community needs, • Integration of arts program into grade-level appropriate curriculum. 1 Applicant Information Applicant Name The Expedition School Mailing Address 437 Dimmocks Mill Rd Suite#33, Hillsborough, NC 27278 Daytime Phone 919-245-8432 Fax Number 919-245-8460 Email Address explorer atheexpeditionschool.com Web Site http:llwww.theexpeditionschool.com Project Director Angie Archbold DUNS Number 020075165 2 Project Director Information Project Director Home Address: 437 Dimmocks Mill Rd Suite#33, Hillsborough, NC 27278 Daytime Phone Evening Phone 919-245-8432 ext 118 Email Address angiearchbold(dAheexpeditionschool.conri 3 Grant Request Summary Arts Program Grant Request $1000.00 Total Cash Match $1000.00 Total Organizational Budget 2013-14 NA 2014-2015 $0 2015-2016 $8000 Summary Statement for Proposed Uses of Arts in Education Grant The Expedition School(TES) is a public charter school in Hillshnrniig,h,NC., offering hands-on learning in all subjects to for grades K-7 and will expand to grade Sin 2016-17. TES would like to invite 1\15.Susie Wilde to lead a writing residency for the 3th and 4th grade classes in spring of 2016. The residency will culminate in a Book Reading during which students will invite their families to come to the classroom to view and hear a reading of their work produced during the residency. Questions? Call us at(919) 968-2011 • Deliver Application to: 501 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Application Narrative The Expedition School 2015-2016 Arts in Education Grant School Profile Overview The Expedition School (TES) is a public charter school in I-Iillsborough, NC,that opened its doors to its First students in August 2014. Our school offers hands-on learning in all subjects for grades I(-7,and will be expanding to grade 8 in August 2016, The school's mission is to embrace the natural curiosity of children and empower them to become innovative problem solvers and community builders. TES provides a dynamic learning experience through an experiential, project-based,and a science,technology, engineering, and math (STEM)-focused curriculum. More about Project-Based Learning: Children [earn best when curriculum comes to life. Hands-on, integrated, project-based learning allows children to connect to big ideas and to attach real world meaning to what they are learning. Instead of skimming the surface of a concept,children participating in project-based learning delve deeply into topics of study and are encouraged to ask questions, find answers,and take ownership of their [earning. Students work individually and collaboratively on projects that build character and can make a difference, allowing them to develop respect and compassion for individuals,our local community, and our global community. School needs There are 390 students enrolled at TES. We have a diverse community of students who reside in Chapel Hill-Carrboro, Orange, Chatham, Durham, Alamance, Caswell, and Wake counties. The student body includes children of Asian, African-American,Hispanic, and Caucasian backgrounds. The Expedition School is in its second year of operation and currently has a very limited budget for dedicated arts programs. There is a true need for hands-on programs that can be integrated with the curriculum, in accordance with the school's commitment to project-based learning. We are fortunate to have a wonderful community of local artists and authors,who are willing to share their talents in the classroom and in doing so, inspire the next generation. School Arts Programs All TES students attend music class two to three times a week,with Laura Perry,who also leads the middle school band. This past August, in accordance with our charter plans,TES was pleased to introduce formal art classes taught by Emily Thewlis, an innovative and highly talented artist and instructor. Students meet for art class two to three times a week and have created wonderful works of art using a plethora of media, ranging from pencil drawings to an elaborate all-school collage.Plans are underway to share our student masterpieces with our local community via public displays at venues including a coffee shop and the library. Written and visual expression continue to be an integral part of project-based learning across all disciplines with writing and visual arts seamlessly incorporated in our project-based learning curriculum. Additionally,all TES students have the option of attending multiple arts-related Enrichment Clubs,which include DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Fiber Arts,Awesome Art,Mush Gush Woosh (which combines"messy"art with science),Art Investigations (which incorporates the study of art history), and Inkslingers, a creative writing club. Proposed Use of Funds TES would like to invite Susie Wilde to lead a writing residency for our 3rd and 4th grade students in spring of 2016. Ms. Wilde has thirty years of experience leading writing residencies in elementary school classrooms, sharing literary experiences on college campuses, and presenting in libraries, bookstores and community centers. We propose a$1,000 matching grant from the Orange County Arts Council to pay Ms. Wilde's $2,000 writer-in-residency fee. Last spring,with great thanks to a grant from the Orange County Arts Commission, our multi-age 5th/6th grade(a total of 43 students) had the pleasure of working with Ms. Wilde on a very successful interactive and collaborative project to develop their persuasive writing skills. Students were guided through a process of book selection,examination, and critique, review-writing, and group editing. Attached to this application are the first and third drafts of their work, to illustrate the tremendous growth that the students achieved with Ms. Wilde, This spring, we would like Ms. Wilde to share her book-writing residency program with our 80 3rd/4th grade students. Ms, Wilde has enjoyed great success with this program, as is described in detail in the attached article about her residency at South Warren Elementary School. Ms. Wilde has designed her program to engage students throughout the challenge of collaboratively writing a book,making use of classroom"games"to maintain student participation. Her process includes: • reading stories,to the students,which model literary elements from character development to the importance of word choice in establishing tone and involving the senses • leading the students through the process of creating individual characters and voting to select a main character • collaboratively devising a narrative skeleton with a focus on character, motivation, conflict, climax and resolution • delving into style concepts including the use of vivid verbs, dialogue, imagery and descriptions that invoke the senses • editing and re-editing a story draft,with each of our 4 classrooms having ownership of a scene or portion of the book • illustrating the story • celebrating the completed book with students' families and friends at an evening book reading/publication patty to be held at TES The proposed residency will take place over the course of 10 visits by Ms. Wilde to TES and would enhance the students' English and Art class work. Our English teachers, Mr. Ellis and Ms. Archbold will help facilitate the program, by working with Ms. Wilde in the classroom and offering their input and feedback. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F 2015-16 Arts in Education Application Page Three t 11 ti ', ORANGE COUNTY ARTS COMMISSION Financial Information Please provide a projected budget for your proposed project utilizing the format below. Project Expenses Cash = Grant Amount + Applicant Expenses Requested Cash Match A Personnel Administrative staff Artistic staff Technical/Production staff B Outside Fees and Services Artistic contracts $2000 $1000 $1000 Other contracts: C Space Rental D Travel E Marketing F Remaining Project Expenses G Total Cash Expenses $2000 = $1000 + $ 1000 Project Income Cash Income A Admissions B Contracted Services Revenue C Other Revenue(specify) $1000 Families of the 51h161h grade students will each contribute$15 D Private Support Corporate support Foundation support Other private support E Government Support Federal State/regional (not including this request) Local(not including this request) F Applicant Cash G Grant Amount Requested $1000 in this application H Total Cash Income $2000 (must equal Total Cash Expenses, Item G above) DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F er/ 2015-16 Arts in Education Application — Page Four ORANGE COUNTY ARTS COMMISSION Signatures qvafill Signature of Project Director Date PrniCt \e 4E(A1 (51/t Typed or Printed Name- Project Director (2--71/7 rz/ic, _ -9/4/SA , 11 Signature of Authorizing Official Date Patricia Brummitt .1 Ii r,cf r t. 1 ,:; L Typed or Printed Name-Authorizing Official INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE FUNDED DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Resume of Key Artist Susan Wilde Teacher,Writer, Reviewer,Presenter,Consultant, Children's Book Specialist 7400 Talbryn Way, Chapel Hill,NC 27516 email: ignitingwriting @gmail.com http:llignitingwriting,coml 919-932-3300 Lectures, Training Sessions and Presentations 2013 Guest lecturer at Antioch University, Santa Barbara, CA 2013 Presentation for children's book writers at the Decatur Book Festival in Decatur,GA 2012-3 Rural, low wealth residencies in Warrenton, Wilkes and Yancey Counties, funded by North Carolina Arts Council 2012 "Pictures and Words: Writing and Illustrating for children,"a two-week workshop for teachers and artists at Penland School of Crafts,Penland,NC; self-publication of Passage: &Its Making, a class resource about creating picture books. 2012 Series of five teacher trainings at Bogue Sound Elementary School centered on boys' reading and higher order thinking, sponsored by UNC Chapel Hill's First Schools 2011 "What Can a Small Bird Be?",a book collaboration with Peg Gignoux and teen writers/illustrators from across NC, sponsored by NC Department of Public Instruction and the NC Museum of Art 2011 "A Spikey Story"A Story Quilt Collaboration with Peg Gignoux and Burnsville Elementary School in Burnsville,NC 2010 "Woody's Miracle"A Story Quilt Collaboration with Peg Gignoux and Underwood Elementary School staff and students in Raleigh,NC 2009 "A Cat's Tale"A Story Quilt Collaboration with Peg Gignoux and patrons of Kill Devil Hills Library,Kill Devil Hills,NC 2009 Luncheon Speaker at Eastern Carolina University, "Books Your Students Will Devour" 2009 Children's Literature Training Seminar for Preschool Teachers for DOPA(Durham Orange Preschool Association) 2008-2009 "Searchin' Urchin",Carrboro Elementary School, Chapel Hill,NC. A tri-lingual Story Quilt in English, Spanish, and Burmese to represent this diverse school. 2007 Collaboration with Washington Gallery,Welsh artist,Heloise Godfrey and Llandough, Primary School's Language and Speech Unit, South Wales, Great Britain 2007 "Pangeo's Story Project",Mary Scroggs Elementary School, Chapel Hill,NC. An arts-based collaboration of music, song,story, art, and creative movement 2006 Collaboration with Washington Gallery,Welsh artist, Heloise Godfrey and 5th-6th grade students at Radnor Road Primary in Cardiff,Wales, Great Britain 2006 Collaborative writing with eighteen after school students at Haw River Elementary School--Wrote a story for a Story Quilt illustrated by Elon University Students 2006 "Tell Me a Patch Story Quilt"with textile artist Peg Gignoux and families at Hemphill Public Library in Greensboro,NC 2005 Designed and co-led"Heroes"reading-writing program for at-risk 5th graders at Estes Elementary School, Chapel Hill,NC DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F 2005 Visiting Artist at Elon University for Winter Term course funded by James H. McEwan Visual Arts Fund. 2005 "We Need Books Too!"--Story Quilt with textile artist Peg Gignoux,McGirt-Horton Public Library in Greensboro,NC 2005 Leader Teacher and Project Developer for ArtsTeach's 2005 Professional Development Charlotte,NC 2004 "Art is for Dragons"--Whole School Story Quilt with textile artist Peg Gignoux, Douglas Elementary School,Raleigh,NC 2004 Keynote address at Eastern Carolina University"No Teacher Left Untested: Bringing Meaning to Literacy Instruction" 2004-present CELT Workshop Leader for Meredith College in Raleigh,NC 2003-2005 Development of On-the-Job Whole School Teacher Workshops designed to meet NC Reading Methods CEUs 2003 `Blink!"--Bilingual Story quilt developed with textile artist Peg Gignoux and 18 sixth graders, Kestrel Heights Charter School,Durham,NC 2002 Visiting artist coaching adults in writing,Penland Crafts School,NC 2002-2008 Guest lecturer, Duke University,Durham,NC 2000-present Leader of Professional Development Seminars 1990-present Presenter for parents, families &teachers on the uses of children's books & writing. 1990-2001 Visiting artist/performer offering writing residencies and educational presentation about writing to children K-6 1998 National Presenter at YMCA Childcare Conference, Chicago, IL 1988-1989 Coordinator, Santa Barbara County Year of the Young Reader 1987-1990 Bookseller 1 Owner of Once Upon a Lap (Children's book sales, consulting and lectures) 1987-present Children's book and audio reviewer(see publishing credits) Publishing Credits (Articles) Spring, 2008 "Tell Me a Patch: An Artistic Story Quilt Collaboration"an article published in Children&Libraries • Winter,2007 "Rediscovering Wonder in Wales" an article published in Teaching Artist Journal 2006-present Reviewer for Audio File Magazine 2007-present Audio Columnist, Chapel Hill Herald,Chapel Hill,NC 2004-present Writer/Reviewer for NoveList, on-line review data base 1999-present Monthly column on children's books,Raleigh News &Observer 1997-2006 Monthly column on children's books/audio books,Herald Sun,Durham, 1993-2003 Commentator, WUNC radio,reviewing children's books for this NPR affiliate 1993-2001 Children's book reviewer,Triangle's The Independent 1997-2001 Monthly column on children's books,The Chapel Hill News 1995-2001 Monthly commentary columnist for The Chapel Hill News 1995-1998 Children's book review columnist, Learning Magazine,a national bimonthly magazine for teachers 1994-1997 Contributor, Children's Book Review, a quarterly magazine devoted to children's books 1994-2000 Contributor to Children's Literature Newsletter DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F 1991-1995 Monthly children's book reviewer and interviewer,BookPage 1988-1997 Contributing Editor for Baby Talk Magazine 1987-1993 Publication in Santa Barbara News-Press,Peninsula Parent, Chicago Parent, Family Journal, Carolina Parent,Kids Toronto, and Twins Magazine Publishing Credits(Books) Summer 2012 Passage& Its Making, a co-written book on how to write a children's book Summer 2011 "What Can a Small Bird Be?", a book collaboration with Peg Gignoux and teen writers/illustrators from across NC Summer 2006 "Tell Me a Patch Story Quilt"a book collaboration with Peg Gignoux and the patrons of Hemphill Library in Greensboro,NC 1998 Contributor to Multicultural Resources for Young Readers (New Press, 1997), a large and comprehensive look at issues by experts from around the country, edited by Daphne Muse 1997 Write-a-Than!, an educational resource for teachers wanting to organize a two day writing marathon(Heinemann, 1997) 1988 Extraordinary Chester, a picture book published by Red Hen Press. Education 2007 Three day workshop with Creative Capital 2005 Three day intensive training for Teaching Artists with Eric Booth 1998 Three day training with the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts 1977 Education Credentials,California(Multiple Subject,Learning Handicapped, Reading Specialist) 1975-1976 M.Ed, in Education,Tulane University 1974-1975 Education Credentials,Louisiana(Multiple Subject, Early Childhood,Learning Disabled) 1974 B.A. in English,Tulane University Honors and Awards 2007 Cardiff Accredited ArtsMark Partner Award awarded by Cardiff Creative Arts Support Team 2005 Selected for Southern Artistry,an invitation only directory of touring artists organized by the Southern Arts Federation 2003 Participant in Telly Finalist Documentary"Worth It? You Bet!",a short video on early reading 1999 Finalist, 24-Hour Novel Writing Contest,Raleigh,NC 1996-present Listed in NC State Artist Touring Directory 1996-present Recipient of nine Grant Awards from the North Carolina Arts Council 1981,1985 Winner of Santa Barbara Writer's Conference Award for Best Juvenile Writer. 1989 Benjamin Franklin Award finalist, Extraordinary Chester Professional Memberships 1996-present Member Child-lit, listsery devoted to children's books 1995-present International Reading Association 1992-present North Carolina's Writers Network 1987-2010 Association of Booksellers for Children 1982-present Society of Children's Book Writers &Illustrators (SCBWI) 1993-1995 Board Member SCBWI: Carolinas DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Artist Contact List Writer: Susan Wilde Teacher, Writer,Reviewer, Presenter, Consultant,Children's Book Specialist Contact Information Email: ignitingwriting@gmail.com Phone number: 919-932-3300 Mailing address: 7400 Talbryn Way, Chapel Hill,NC 27516 Website: http://ignitingwriting.conil DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Staff Roster of School Art and Music Teachers Laura Perry,Music/Band teacher: lauraperry@theexpeditionschool.com Emily Thewlis,Art Teacher: emilythewlis(a7theexpeditionschool.cam DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Board Contact List Administrative Team Tammy Finch Director of Education and Professional Development Patricia Brummitt Director of Business and Operations The Expedition School 2014-15 Board of Directors Mailing Address The Expedition School Attn: Board 437 Dimmocks Mill Rd Hillsborough,NC 27278 General Email board@theexpeditionschool.com Members Steven Holdaway, Chairman. steveholdaway@theexpeditionschool.com 919-949-3798 Jim Parker jimparker@theexpeditionschool.com Velinda Hatcher velindahatcher@theexpeditionschool.com 919-419-0835 Andy Finkle andyfinkle @theexpeditionschool.corn 919-475-8754 Bessie Mbadugha bessiembadugha@theexpeditionschool.com 919-645-8079 DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F 2014 Orange County Arts Commision Arts in Education Grant Recipient for Writer-in-Residence Program with Susie Wilde Review Exploration at The Expedition School Serendipity seemed in full force when Jena Kaizen and I met to arrange scheduling for a review writing residency at Expedition School in Hillsborough, NC (http://www.theexpeditionschooicorn). I had wanted to work at Expedition ever since I heard of their emphasis on project-based learning. It seemed a perfect place to find partnership for my teaching style-writing that is driven by exploration to find understanding rather than curriculum mandates. If } I'd been craving another opportunity to work with Jena. We worked together for a brief afternoon two years ago. It didn't take me long to see how she emphasized and promoted deep thought. I read aloud Jaqueline Woodson's Each Kindness (Dial, ages 8 and up)and her students, obviously encouraged by Jena's teaching style, responded with considered, candid responses that thrilled both of us. Thanks to the dedication of talented grant-writing parents, the parents of the 5th and 6th grade Expedition parents and the generous supportive of the Orange County Arts Commission, this dream became a reality. And as plans proceeded the residency seemed supported in other ways—a like-minded school environment, the matched teaching styles Jena and I used and the fact that both our schedules were clear for the next five weeks. But Mother Nature had another plan. The first Tuesday I showed up, so did snowfall. We were only half-way into a lesson when school cancelled. Cancellations and spring break interceded, but finally yesterday we finished five weeks of fun writing with delightful, engaged students. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F • One of the things I adored about our work was Jena's willingness to leap into collaboration and suggestions based in years of teaching experience and knowing her students' styles. We began by compiling review criteria and Jena composed a marvelous charting of all we uncovered. 6th Grade Criteria for Book Review About the Book About the Writing Style f- .__—_-- Reviewer (& his/her thinking) • summary (tell ---------�---•.^- opinio • powerful words-1 enough, but not n of • pose questions (to make too much—no the readers think more and spoiling!} book want to read the book) • title (favorit • be descriptive • author e part) • short • characters • reason • grab attention • setting ing for • '1st person perspective • description liking it • picture of reviewer DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F • short (2 I (or paragraphs) not) • picture of the • opinio book n of • genre(s) the • sequel or series charac • author's writing tern style • predict • how the l ions character • opinio changes ns (feelin 9s) • why you should read it • We read several books to the 5th and 6th grade classes. They chose a favorite to review. We decided which criteria fit these books best. We organized these in order. (I refer to this as the Muhammad All method"—you start punch with your first reason, "Float like a butterfly"with the second reason, and then"sting like a bee"with your strongest point). The students came up with supporting specifics for each point. (I used the word"specifics"so often that Jena and I thought it a more apt expression than supporting details which has become a rote term to so many students.) Then we revised, edited in a series of drafts. Below are the most current drafts. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F YfJil� :' 1`l :l; s 3E The Promise by Nicole Davies A Collaborative Review by Fifth Graders at Expedition School Draft 7 In Nicola Davies' imaginative book, The Promise, people and places come alive with descriptions and illustrations. The Promise will make you feel as if you've leaped into a rainbow of feelings. The powerful language allows you to imagine what the main character, an unnamed young girl, is feeling. She is mean and nasty like her city until a wise old woman opens her eyes to a world of kindness. The book's illustrations by Laura Carlin show a dark and gloomy city. Silhouettes help you experience the cruel, soulless people who live there. The book's illustrations remain dull until the girl keeps her promise to the old woman by planting an entire bag of acorns that bring color into her world. The theme of change is expressed well in this book. It thoroughly describes, in words and pictures, how harsh, broken cities and towns can become lush and magnificent. As the illustrations transform, it becomes clear how everyone can make a difference. The more that people get involved, the greater that change will be. The Promise takes readers on a heart-felt journey from despair to joy. We promise you that this inspiring book will open your eyes and leave you knowing how kindness can grow in your life. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F And here's a glorious student watercolor that perfectly captures the tone of this picture book: r-;:,' ,!I TEA xwV- { . _ - ...................... ..:.....ATE.:._ _.. Watercolor by Raina . 1 . .-,. X:. • Ruth and the Green Book by Calvin Alexander A Collaborative Review by Sixth Graders at Expedition School Draft 8 In Calvin Alexander's Ruth and the Green Book, an innocent black girl shows you how hard life was during the times of segregation. Floyd Cooper's realistic illustrations record her struggle to discover where she belongs. Ruth, the heroine, is excited about traveling from Chicago to her grandmother's house in Alabama. She quickly sees the challenges an African-American family faces in the 1950's when she isn't allowed to use the public bathroom at a gas station. Along the way people show Ruth and her family safer ways to avoid DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F obstacles by giving them The Green Book. This book, written by Victor Green, was a guide to restaurants, gas stations, and hotels that welcomed African American travelers. The realistic illustrations give a sense of the period as Cooper represents the style of the 1950's with its cars, clothing, and buildings. Even more important, his artwork captures the emotions of the characters. The darkness of the sepia colors add to the sense of Ruth's confusion when she encounters the Jim Crow laws. The strongest element in this book is the symbols. For example, Ruth's brown teddy bear is not just a stuffed animal, it's a symbol of comfort. The Green Book not only guides the family, but represents the trust they find and a sense of community. Ruth and the Green Book takes readers on an emotional journey through history as it teaches how African-Americans found solutions to the many hardships of segregation in the South. This book will really touch your heart. Every day we read aloud, had contests for review writing words, and talked about writing and books. When I told them about all the drafts I'd done of my picture book, Extraordinary Chester, they begged for a reading. I consented and the class chose a great actor to represent Chester! Guest comment-This seems to me to be what education should be about, kids being partners in learning. Loved hearing about the process and witnessing some of the elements of the results. In the interest of full disclosure, I am Jena's mom. I have witnessed her in her role as teacher/education coach a few times and love that her classroom is always an exciting place. Not necessarily quiet! How wonderful that you and she could collaborate in this way. Sorry about the weather interruptions, but it was just a taste of what we New Englanders experience---especially this past winter.Thank you for offering enrichment to her class. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Fifth Grade--The Promise-Draft 1 In Nicola bavies's book The Promise people and places come alive with poetic descriptions. Illustrations of The Promise will make you feel as if you've dipped your head in a bucket of rainbow of feelings, from sadness to thoughtfulness. This is a book that inspires change. The poetic descriptions allow you to feel what the character is feeling-- beginning with her nastiness. Then a wise old lady changed her by opening the door to kindness and gratefulness. The book's illustrations by , begin really dark and gloomy (example). 5ilhouttes help you imagine the setting. Everything is just the same until the girl begins to plant. They lighten as the girl starts planting and gets more colorful. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Everyone can make a change. If everyone helps it can be a big change. A big change is always worth it. People can be happy in the harsh times. bon't be dull, brighten up. The greatest things in life come after a harsh life. Be free, don't be locked up. The book thoroughly describes details from a broken city to a lush green forest. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F The Promise by Nicole Davies A Collaborative Review by Fifth Graders at Expedition School Draft 2 In Nicola Davies' book, The Promise, people and places come alive with poetic descriptions and surprising illustrations. The Promise will make you feel as if you've dipped your head in a rainbow of feelings. The powerful language allows you to experience what the main character, a young girl, is feeling, Like the city in which she lives, she is mean and nasty until a wise old woman changes her by opening the door to kindness. The book's illustrations by Laura Carlin show a dark and gloomy city. Silhouettes help you imagine the lifeless people who live there. The book's illustrations remain dull until the girl plants, bringing color to her world. The theme of change is expressed often in this book. The book thoroughly describes, in words and pictures how a harsh, broken city becomes a lush green DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F forest. As the illustrations change, it becomes clear to readers how everyone can make a change and the more people get involved, the bigger that change will be. The Promise takes readers on a heart-felt journey from horrid to happy feelings. We promise you that this inspiring book will open your eyes and leave you wondering about how kindness can grow in your life. The Promise by Nicole Davies A Collaborative Review by Fifth Graders at Expedition School Draft 2 In Nicola Davies' book, The Promise, people and places come alive with poetic descriptions and surprising illustrations. The Promise will make you feel as if you've dipped your head in a rainbow of feelings. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F The powerful language allows you to experience what the main character, a young girl, is feeling. Like the city in which she lives, she is mean and nasty until a wise old woman changes her by opening the door to kindness. The book's illustrations by Laura Carlin show a dark and gloomy city. Silhouettes help you imagine the lifeless people who live there. The book's illustrations remain dull until the girl plants, bringing color to her world. The theme of change is expressed often in this book. The book thoroughly describes, in words and pictures how a harsh, broken city becomes a lush green forest. As the illustrations change, it becomes clear to readers how everyone can make a change and the more people get involved, the bigger that change will be. The Promise takes readers on a heart-felt journey from horrid to happy feelings. We promise you that this inspiring book will open your eyes and leave you wondering about how kindness can grow in your life. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Draft 3 In Nicola !Davies' book, The Promise, people and places come alive with poetic descriptions and surprising illustrations. The Promise will make you feel as if you've leaped into a rainbow of feelings. The powerful language allows you to imagine what the main character, a young girl, is feeling. Like the city in which she lives, she is mean and nasty until a wise old woman changes her by opening the door to kindness. The book's illustrations by Laura Carlin show a dark and gloomy city. Silhouettes help you eperience the lifeless people who live there. The book's illustrations remain dull until the girl plants, bringing color to her world. The theme of change is expressed often in this book. The book thoroughly describes, in words and pictures how a harsh, broken city becomes lush and magnificent. As the illustrations change, it becomes clear to readers how DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F everyone can make a change and the more people get involved, the greater that change will be. The Promise takes readers on a heart-felt journey from horrid to happy feelings. We promise you that this inspiring book will open your eyes and leave you wondering about how kindness can grow in your life. braft 4 In Nicola Davies' book, The Promise, people and places come alive with poetic descriptions and surprising illustrations. The Promise will make you feel as if you've leaped into a rainbow of feelings. The powerful language allows you to imagine what the main character, a young girl, is feeling. Like the city in which she lives, she is mean and nasty until a wise old woman changes her by opening the door to kindness. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F The book's illustrations by Laura Carlin show a dark and gloomy city. Silhouettes help you experience the soulless people who live there. The book's illustrations remain dull until the girl plants and brings life into her world. The theme of change is expressed often in this book. The book thoroughly describes, in words and pictures how a harsh, broken city becomes lush and magnificent. As the illustrations change, it becomes clear to readers how everyone can make a change in the world and the more people get involved, the greater that change will be. The Promise takes readers on a heart-felt journey from horrid to happy feelings. We promise you that this inspiring book will open your eyes and leave you wondering about how kindness can grow in your life. Draft 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F In Nicola Davies' imaginative book, The Promise, people and places come alive with poetic descriptions and surprising illustrations. The Promise will make you feel as if you've leaped into a rainbow of feelings. The powerful language allows you to imagine what the main character, an unnamed young girl, is feeling. Like the city in which she lives, she is mean and nasty until a wise old woman changes her by opening the door a kindness. The book's illustrations by Laura Carlin show a dark and gloomy city. Silhouettes help you experience the soulless people who live there. The book's illustrations remain dull until the girl keeps her promise by planting and bringing life into her world. The theme of change is expressed often in this book. It thoroughly describes, in words and pictures, how a harsh, broken city can become lush and magnificent. As the illustrations transform, it becomes clear how everyone can DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F make a difference and the more people get involved, the greater that change will be. The Promise takes readers on a heart-felt journey from sad to happy feelings. We promise you that this inspiring book will open your eyes and leave you wondering about how kindness can grow in your life. Draft 6 In Nicola bavies' imaginative book, The Promise, people and places come alive with poetic descriptions and surprising illustrations. The Promise will make you feel as if you've leaped into a rainbow of feelings. The powerful language allows you to imagine what the main character, an unnamed young girl, is feeling. Like the city in which she lives, she is mean and nasty until a wise old woman changes her eyes to by a world kindness. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F The book's illustrations by Laura Carlin show a dark and gloomy city. Silhouettes help you experience the cruel, soulless people who live there. The book's illustrations remain dull until the girl keeps her promise by planting and bringing life into her world. The theme of change is expressed well in this book. It thoroughly describes, in words and pictures, how harsh, broken cities and towns can become lush and magnificent, As the illustrations transform, it becomes clear how everyone can make a difference. The more that people get involved, the greater that change will be. The Promise takes readers on a heart-felt journey from sadness to joy. We promise you that this inspiring book will open your eyes and leave you wondering about how kindness can grow in your life. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F braft 7 In Nicola Davies' imaginative book, The Promise, people and places come alive with descriptions and illustrations. The Promise will make you feel as if you've leaped into a rainbow of feelings. The powerful language allows you to imagine what the main character, an unnamed young girl, is feeling. She is mean and nasty like her city until a wise old woman opens her eyes to a world of kindness. The book's illustrations by Laura Carlin show a dark and gloomy city. Silhouettes help you experience the cruel, soulless people who live there. The book's illustrations remain dull until the girl keeps her promise to the old woman by planting an entire bag of acorns that bring color into her world. The theme of change is expressed well in this book. It thoroughly describes, in words and pictures, how harsh, broken cities and towns can become DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F lush and magnificent. M the illustrations transform, it becomes clear how everyone can make a difference. The more that people get involved, the greater that change will be. The Promise takes readers on a heart-felt journey from despair to joy. We promise you that this inspiring book will open your eyes and leave you knowing how kindness can grow in your life. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Ruth and the Green Book by Calvin Alexander A Collaborative Review by Sixth Graders at Expedition School Draft 3 In Calvin Alexander's Ruth and the Green Book, an innocent black girl shows us how hard life was during the times of segregation. Realistic illustrations record her struggle to find where she belongs. This book will touch your heart. Ruth, the heroine, is excited about traveling from Chicago to her grandmother's house in Alabama. Quickly she sees the challenges an African-American family faces in the 1950's when she is not allowed to use the bathroom at a gas station. The characters Ruth meets show the family safer ways to meet obstacles they encounter with the Green Book. This book, written by Victor Green, is a guide to restaurants, gas stations, and hotels that welcome African-American travelers. Floyd Cooper's realistic illustrations give a sense of the times as he represents the styles of the 1950's with its cars, clothing, and buildings. Even more important, his artwork captures the emotions of the characters. The darkness of sepia colors add to the sense of Ruth's confusion when she encounters the Jim Crow laws. Maybe the strongest element in this book is the symbols. Ruth's brown teddy bear is not just a stuffed animal, but a symbol of comfort. The Green gook not only guides the family, but symbolizes trust and sense of community. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Ruth and the Green Book takes readers on an emotional journey through. history as it teaches how African-Americans found solutions to the hardships of segregation. Ruth and the Green Book by Calvin Alexander A Collaborative Review by Sixth Graders at Expedition School Draft 4 In Calvin Alexander's Ruth and the Green Book, an innocent black girl shows us how hard life was during the times of segregation. Realistic illustrations record her struggle to find where she belongs. This book will touch your heart. Ruth, the heroine, is excited about traveling from Chicago to her grandmother's house in Alabama. Quickly she sees the challenges an African- American family faces in the 1950's when she is not allowed to use the bathroom at a gas station. Some of the characters Ruth meets show the family safer ways to meet obstacles they encounter with the Green Book. This book, written by Victor Green, is a guide to restaurants, gas stations, and hotels that welcome African- American travelers. Floyd Cooper's realistic illustrations give a sense of the times as he represents the styles of the 1950's with its cars, clothing, and buildings. Even more important, his artwork captures the emotions of the characters. The DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F darkness of the sepia colors add to the sense of Ruth's confusion when she encounters the Jim Crow laws. The strongest element in this book is the symbols. Ruth's brown teddy bear is not just a stuffed animal, but a symbol of comfort. The Green Book not only guides the family, but represents trust and sense of community. Ruth and the Green Book takes readers on an emotional journey through history as it teaches how African-Americans found solutions to many hardships of segregation. Ruth and the Green Book by Calvin Alexander A Collaborative Review by Sixth Graders at Expedition School Draft 5 In Calvin Alexander's Ruth and the Green Book, an innocent black girl shows us how hard life was during the times of segregation, Floyd Cooper's realistic illustrations record her struggle to find where she belongs. This book will touch your heart. Ruth, the heroine, is excited about traveling from Chicago to her grandmother's house in Alabama. Quickly she sees the challenges an African- American family faces in the 195O's when she is not allowed to use the bathroom at a gas station. Along the way people show Ruth and her family m safer ways to meet DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F obstacles by giving them The Green Book. This book, written by Victor Green, is a guide to restaurants, gas stations, and hotels that welcome African-American travelers. The realistic illustrations give a sense of the times as he represents the styles of the 1950's with its cars, clothing, and buildings. Even more important, his artwork captures the emotions of the characters. The darkness of the sepia colors add to the sense of Ruth's confusion when she encounters the Jim Crow laws. The strongest element in this book is the symbols. Ruth's brown teddy bear is not just a stuffed animal, but a symbol of comfort. The Green Book not only guides the family, but represents trust and sense of community. Ruth and the Green Book takes readers on an emotional journey through history as it teaches how African-Americans found solutions to many hardships of segregation. Ruth and the Green Book by Calvin Alexander A Collaborative Review by Sixth Graders at Expedition School Draft 6 In Calvin Alexander's Ruth and the green Book, an innocent black girl shows you how hard life was during the times of segregation. F;loyd Cooper's realistic DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F illustrations record her struggle to find where she belongs. This book will touch your heart. Ruth, the heroine, is excited about traveling from Chicago to her grandmother's house in Alabama. She quickly sees the challenges an African- American family faces in the 1950's when she is not allowed to use the bathroom at a gas station. Along the way people show Ruth and her family safer ways to meet obstacles by giving them The Green Book. This book, written by Victor Green, is a guide to restaurants, gas stations, and hotels that welcome African-American travelers. The realistic illustrations give a sense of the period as he represents the style of the 1950's with its cars, clothing, and buildings. Even more important, his artwork captures the emotions of the characters. The darkness of the sepia colors add to the sense of Ruth's confusion when she encounters the Jim Crow laws. The strongest element in this book is the symbols. For example, Ruth's brown teddy bear is not just a stuffed animal, it's a symbol of comfort. The Green Book not only guides the family, but represents trust and sense of community. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Ruth and the Green Book takes readers on an emotional journey through history as it teaches how African-Americans found solutions to many hardships of segregation. Ruth and the Green Book by Calvin Alexander A Collaborative Review by Sixth Graders at Expedition School Draft 8 In Calvin Alexander's Ruth and the Green Book, an innocent black girl shows you how hard life was during the times of segregation. Floyd Cooper's realistic illustrations record her struggle to discover where she belongs. Ruth, the heroine, is excited about traveling from Chicago to her grandmother's house in Alabama. She quickly sees the challenges an African- American family faces in the 1950's when she isn't allowed to use the public bathroom at a gas station. Along the way people show Ruth and her family safer ways to avoid obstacles by giving them The Green Book. This book, written by Victor Green, was a guide to restaurants, gas stations, and hotels that welcomed African-American travelers. The realistic illustrations give a sense of the period as Cooper represents the style of the 1950's with its cars, clothing, and buildings. Even more important, his artwork captures the emotions of the characters. The darkness of the sepia DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F colors add to the sense of Ruth's confusion when she encounters the Jim Crow laws. The strongest element in this book is the symbols. For example, Ruth's brown teddy bear is not just a stuffed animal, it's a symbol of comfort. The Green Book not only guides the family, but represents the trust they find and a sense of community. Path and the Green Book takes readers on an emotional journey through history as it teaches how African--Americans found solutions to the many hardships of segregation in the South. This book will really touch your heart. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F Narrative-Writing Residency at South Warren Elementary with Susie Wilde Let Worms Dance! Jennifer Harris' article published in The Warren Record recorded the entire process, giving you a complete picture of a collaborative narrative residency: Visiting author sparks imaginations South Warren students `struck by thunderbolt of creativity'write book about dancing worms, prejudice during literacy-building project with visiting author Article originally posted to The Warren Record: Wednesday, March 21, 2012 2:15 pm By Jennifer Harris • :._.:...:.._-:..: .�... __._ .�.:,:...:�. . ..._.__.:._._... .: _...__ .. - � 5 u en s at outh Warren Elementary School"slurped horrible fish juice"during a unique learning activity that focused on literacy skills and opening their minds to the creative process of story telling. Susie Wilde, an author, teacher, children's book reviewer and columnist from Chapel Hill, was in the school Feb, 27-March 2 to lead fourth-and fifth-graders in writing a book. By the end of the week, students had a fully developed story including"juicy"words, colorful characters, supporting details and an opening paragraph designed to grab readers' attention. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F piggy would never forget the morning the landlord birds burst into his family's worm hole. He was just waking when he heard their gravely voices squawk, "Pay your rent, or you're out!" "It was a great week for us. The children were talking about it this morning," Dr. Tony Cozart, South Warren's principal, said the Monday after Wilde returned home. "Her being here brought some real direction for us. We've really been trying to improve our reading comprehension." a • Vitt r %NA. - - r 1 �`rprr}i-1h1.Sal Q. clq e ;1 Jy Rvi�r� A9d f I s i e2Oti Susie Wilde j i..: . -. r- - -. _.:_ : W . - ,.:. WI I e an d ou th Warren aen t eac teacher Ashley ey Smith worked together in the creative learning process,with Smith connecting the students with past information they have had. "My opportunity to team-teach with Mrs. Wilde was none less than exceptional and ideal for a partnership of that nature. This experience has catered to the comprehension needs of my students,"Smith said. `We met daily to assess the writing needs of our students and create exciting and engaging lessons." Wilde uses a stick figure called a"Story Skeleton"to help teach the writing process to older youth, with each body part representing a different story element. During an exercise that reinforced reading comprehension, Wilde read aloud "Ruth and the Green Book"and had students assign story elements to DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F the skeleton. The head represented the main character, strands of hair were character traits, the spine was the character's motivation, ribs represented conflicts, and so on. The students later applied the same exercise in developing their own story, which had a break-dancing, Mohawk-wearing earthworm named Diggy as the main character, and prejudice against dancing worms as a theme. The only thing he loved more than dancing was his family. He'd do anything to keep a roof over their heads and make sure they were safe from predators. So after supper, the night crawler slithered into his skinny jeans, wiggled into his tight T-shirt, and decorated himself with every bit of bling he owned. He popped his snap back over his red and black Mohawk and scooted into the streets of Hollywood. ii�siFe 1 pro•s'mf 431-i .#Fin:irgoos 53 hDl @r pli;k uikftY i"in tytt d ri-e • Yai tow Aim,Et - f cam 1i d ilyogespwInw fir waa sRrn s[siiss to kissed rrrfs tea:TT :":!-171,ice his,Miff Rs. !: feK Aithemti.4#r)Ntk*Mr r ri'iiEFird.a y.h!CP. jF'tF i ;anid ratd'd tiirma$1?iWesssir, S' i{b F i4i :. :. ,.. l To keep s u ents motivated and engaged in learning, Wilde rewarded them with free books for displaying vocabulary knowledge of words like simile and alliteration, for skill in writing"showing"statements using vivid verbs, and for"Slurping Horrible Fish Juice" to describe supporting details—what you can See in a scene, Hear in a scene,Feel in a scene and Juicy words. ...Slimey was a dazzling, dynamite, dancing machine. DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F In addition to working with the students, Wilde held a session for parents and led a professional development workshop with South Warren's teachers where she went through the Story Skeleton exercise, as well as using a Story Train, which is designed for teaching younger children. "I was very happy with this,"Cozart said. "The Story Skeleton or Story Train gives a visual way for teachers to lay out the framework of a story, talk about a story and dissect it. It helps the students with their level of comprehension." Reading comprehension is an area the school has focused on improving since a needs assessment was performed last year, the principal added. "Since(then), we've really been working to increase our student engagement, but some of the students weren't engaged and learning like we wanted,"Cozart said. "Every time I came in (to observe Wilde)the level of engagement was high. We'll be able to use those same strategies. We got the kind of help we needed in an area that's been a challenge for us...especially with the new Common Core Curriculum that's coming up (in the 2012-13 school year)." ,1 -.-- - _:_. - �. • 3' ._- _-- -- ....-_.. _ _ ----.—._ __...- -=.- •-..:..-...: The energetic Wilde, who has a passion for teaching in rural areas, was just as impressed with her experience. "This was the best residency I've ever had. A lot of it is Ashley, and a lot is the subject,"she said. "(Ashley)was co-teaching the whole time. She's very familiar with curriculum needs, such as helping the DocuSign Envelope ID: DFE48D81-9420-4D95-8D95-610AC101030F students make text-to-world connections they have to get on end-of-grade tests. She takes my work above and beyond." Developing the subject of the students' story—prejudice experienced by Diggy, who needs to earn money for his family by break dancing—taught Wilde a few things, too. She wasn't familiar with break dance terms and certain types of apparel, such as a snapback hat, worn by Diggy. ...he busted out his signature move. His Robot was such a hit that traffic stopped for blocks. Worms and people cheered and the cars beeped. "The kids were struck by a thunderbolt of creativity. They had Funds of Knowledge about break dancing, and 1 had Funds of Knowledge about writing,"she said. "They did incredible work, and they got up and break danced for me the last day. The kids had to teach me about that."