PTA Cultural Arts Programs
Every year the Cultural Arts Committee programs to the school, featuring performers from all over the U.S. and abroad. We work closely with our assistant principal, Mrs. Kreidler, and our teachers to bring performances and artists who offer programs that follow each grades curriculum. We also try to bring a few “just for fun” performances to the school each year. Parents & well-behaved children are invited to this performance.
2007-2008 | Highlights for the School Year
Almost Recess, November 15
Almost Recess is a vocal band from the Washington, DC area whose mission is "to bring kickin' a cappella music to every single person in the world!" Band members describe the history and voice-parts of the art form (all instrumental sounds are created by voice alone), how they create & arrange their music, all about vocal "drumming," and will have students create themes for original songs.
Performance times: 1:45 pm (K-2) & 2:45 pm (3-5) Parents & well-behaved children are invited to this performance.
Barry Louis Polisar, December 3
Barry brings his guitar & sings songs he ha written, reads from his books, recites poety & tells stories - all to demonstrate that there are many different ways to be an author. We will be selling Barry's books & CD (order form). He has agreed to autograph them for your child. This is NOT a fundraiser.
Performance times: 1:45 pm (K-2) & 2:45 pm (3-5) Parents & well-behaved children are invited to this performance.
Mary Ann Jung, Rosalie of Riversdale, January 14
Mary Ann Jung arrives dressed as Rosalie Calvert from the 1800's. She will cover the War of 1812, plantation life, the Star Spangled banner, Maryland & Baltimore history and the Battle of Bladensburg.
This program has been specially designed for the 5th grade .
Baba Jamal Koram - The Story Man, February 15
Bab Jamal Koram brings alive the history, humor, music & lore of African & African-American cultures through fables & stories. He is an award winning storyteller that encourages student interaction. His program includes tales from African migrations, folklore, history & lighthearted children's stories.
Performance times: 1:45 pm (K-2) & 2:45 pm (3-5) Parents & well-behaved children are invited to this performance.
Maryland Agriculture Product Lab, February 19-22
Fifth grade students will spend a week learing about Maryland's agriculture. They will do many experiments which wil further their knowledge of our states' resources.
Maryland Science Center Space Lab, March 25
Traveling StarLab presents Seasonal Stars of the Mid-Atlantic. Students will witness the seasonal changes in the stars, the moon & other astronomical bodies visible in the mid-atlantic sky. Students learn how to identify seasonal constellations, stars and planets on their own after experiencing this cosmic program - all presented in inflatable, indoor planetariums.
All day, 1st 3rd & 4th grade.
Sudha Bhagwat - Indian Culture & Dance, March 7
Sudha Bhagwat will be presenting 2 performances about India: its culture, costumes, and classical dance.
Performance times: 1:45 pm (K-2) & 2:45 pm (3-5) Parents & well-behaved children are invited to this performance.
Maryland Historical Society, May
This program has been specially designed for the 4th grade American Revolution cirriculum.
Artist in Residence, Viki Keating, May 12-23
Viki Keating will join us to work with the students on painted banners that we will then display in the school. She will work closely with Mrs. Carrera during the children's art periods. Prior to Mrs. Keating's arrival, each grade will vote on books that they love. The teachers will narrow it down to a few choices. With suggestions and drawings from the kids, Mrs. Keating will develop a design for each of the banners - each grade will paint 1 or 2 banners. The students will then help paint and complete the banners. The banners will be hung in the school cafeteria!
Billy B. - Romp in the Swamp, June 9
A Worthington favorite, Billy B. will explain predator/prey relationships in wetlands. Backed by a beautiful tapestry, he sings about 'gators, muskrats, dragonflies & hoot owls. The food chain and the interdependency of plants & animals becomes easy to understand and just plain fun.
Performance times: 2:45 pm (K-3)
For more information contact Vicki Tymann or Heather Costigan.