Classroom Connections Program
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Dare to Dream Classroom Connection program provides elementary and middle school students and educators with workshops, materals, and opportunities that will help them integrate the theater arts into their classroom learning expereince. This unique program provides an opportunity for students to participate in high quality arts programming that empowers students to explore their talents through theater skills while in the comfort of their own classrooms.  Many studies have shown the value of arts education, and we are pleased to present an ever growing program that incorporates the National Standards for Arts Education (NSAE) and Wisconsin's Model Academic Standards for Arts Education (WMAST) into our cirriculum. This provides us an exciting opportunity to assist classrooms and students meet the standards set forth by the the Wisconsin's Department of Public Instruction (DPI).

Dare to Dream is pleased to offer the following connections: Tickets to a school performance     $5/student Each student receives one ticket to one (1) play from the season Enrichment Guide                          FREE to classrooms attending a production This complimentary guide contains discussion starters, background information, and activity suggestions to aid in preparing for and reflecting upon the production. Pre or Post workshops                 $40/workshop for classrooms attending a production Led by Dare to Dream Staff, these lessons combine discussion of production elements with active participation in theater excersises related thematically to the play.         One (1) classroom with a limit of 25 students per workshop         Each workshop is 45 minutes in length and is intended to be conducted in the classroom setting         Each workshop should be scheduled within a month of attendance at the chosen production Opportunity to identify students for scholarships to the Dare to Dream Theater Academy Every teacher has the opportunity to identify and refer students who might benefit from more intensive training in the arts at Dare to Dream Academy. Classroom Partnership: Be an "Adopted Classroom" Classroom Partnership Program offers financial aid provided by businesses and individuals in the community for  field trips and classroom workshops.           Sponsors will choose which classroom they would like to adopt. Applications are due 30 days before proposed workshop.         Academy Classes for All Ages: Find out more about the benefits of theatre for kids, see a list of Academy classes offered, or explore the classes for your child's age level (...or your own! You're never too old to spark your own imagination!). NEW!: -- Dare to Dream Explores "High School" During the "Actor in You Series", Spring 2008! Go Wildcats! ... More Information - - 2008 Spring Classes: The Actor in You Series (grades K-9): Read More.... Sucess through mastery of skill as opposed to success through performance. Students will be working on a progression of activities focused on developing skills in the student/actor rather than on performance. The idea/goal is to reach each student on their level and focus and encourage them to flourish during the 9 week session. Registration information - Manitowoc, WI - (Dare to Dream's new home!) Session Date Time Tuition Level One Grades K-1 April 5-May 24 Saturdays: 1:30pm-2:30pm* $90** Level Two Grades 2-3 April 5-May 24 Saturdays: 3:00pm-4:00pm* $90** Level Three Grades 4-5 April 5-May 24 Saturdays: 4:30pm-5:30pm* $90** Level Four Grades 6-9 April 5-May 24 Saturdays: 6:00pm-6:00pm* $90** **(handling fee charged for online registrations) Contact Dare to Dream at daretodreamtheatre@msn.com with questions or for more information. Course offerings are subject to change or cancellation.