Dramatic Results
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January 31, 2011
Dramatic Results is a wonderful hands-on approach to learning! CA State Content Standards are infused into art and drama to provide a rich literacy based lesson for our 2nd graders.
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I brought Dramatic Results to my school and coordinated the program with my 2nd grade staff.
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January 24, 2011
I am thrilled on Dramatic Results' success. Christi Wilkins, the board and many others who lead this important work for teachers and students in Long Beach that was ahead of its time, but whose time has come, deserves a standing ovation!
As an early supporter, I wish you all continued success!
Who said teachers were wasting their professional development time basket weaving. They didn't know about Dramatic Results and its ability to show kids the meaning of fundamental math strategies as part of integrating arts in core curriculum, including English-language arts.
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I have attended their 15th anniversary event and their Open House fundraising events.
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Expand it into more schools
January 24, 2011
The category of 'previous funder' was not included in the choices for "Your Role", and that more accurately describes my role. As Vice President for the Long Beach Community Foundation, I give highest commendations to Dramatic Results, an organization to which we have awarded two grants in the past. Their work is outstanding in teaching children the fundamentals of math in ways that engage the students with hands-on activities, helping them to learn and retain what they are learning.
Our most recent grant was awarded through a multi-year transformational project known as the Connected Corridor. Dramatic Results received a grant to conduct "Math in a Basket" workshops for families at a local elementary school. Dramatic Results understands the importance of engaging parents and other family members in the learning process so teaching can continue in the home environment - a key factor in helping children excel in school.
Dramatic Results provides several effective programs to facilitate learning math - often a difficult subject for children. I observed the program in a 2nd grade classroom at Hudson Elementary and was impressed to see all the children engaged in the activity and demonstrating a good grasp of the concepts. Dramatic Results is professional, creative, and soundly based in the fundamentals of good teaching techniques. Our repeated funding of Dramatic Results is evidence of our confidence in the outstanding programs provided.
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observing the delivery of a program - InCreasing Math - to 2nd graders who demonstrated good comprehension and understanding of the concepts being taught.
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not change a thing! Christi Wilkins is a talented educator who understands what it takes to help children learn. I highly recommend Dramatic Results for funding for Arts 2011.
January 24, 2011
Dramatic Results, a non-profit art organization in Long Beach, is one of the few non- profits that continually seek to improve their curriculum by providing professional development to management, staff, and participating teachers. Art Education has drastically changed over the years since the California State Content Standards in the Visual and Performing Arts were adopted. Emphasis has moved away from the art product to the process of creating art. Students are taught vocabulary, techniques, art history and self - assessment. Dramatic Results embeds all the Strands of the Visual and Performing Content Standards into each unit they have developed for the various programs offered.
The staff includes an educational coordinator that is a credentialed art teacher with expertise in lesson design. They have developed integrated lessons based on the art standards plus those in, Math, Language Art, and Social Studies. A goal of Dramatic Results is to teach generalist teachers how to authentically start integrating the arts with other core subjects.
The organization works with school districts to tailor programs that fit the needs of the district, school, class, and student. The data gathered each year, from a strong outside evaluator, is used to guide and improve the curriculum, classroom management, supplies, and professional development.
It has been my pleasure to observe the teachers and students involved in different programs, provided by Dramatic Results. Everyone involved is growing artistically and personally! The best experience is to walk into a classroom where the students are participating in one of their programs. The students are on task, happy, and learning how to express themselves in a positive way.
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I have been involved with the development and implementation of the programs provided by Dramatic Results since the beginning. Whether as a consultant or trainer Dramatic Results always collaborates with experts in the field of art education. I believe this is one reason the programs are of such quality.
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Just keep adding more programs!
January 18, 2011
As the art curriculum leader for LBUSD I have seen the wonderful impact that Dramatic Results has on students through arts learning for years. Dramatic Results stimulates students creativing through hands-on , art based, learning. Schools throughtout the district have shared that there is evidence connecting student learning in the arts to a wide spectrum of academic and social benefits.
I am especially excited about the new Write-On Arts program that combines visual and/or theatre arts with language arts to help students express themselves verbally and visually. Write-On Arts encourages students to keep journals to promote a life-long love of writing anfd the arts. What could be more important?
I thank Dramatic Results for it's commitment to LBUSD and our students.
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from working with this organization and observing their work in LBUSD schools for many years.
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add this program to more schools in LBUSD
January 14, 2011
I coordinated a community project for 50 colleagues at Dramatic Results working with elementary school children on their math through basket weaving. The hands-on basket weaving excited the children about learning math. The participants were very impressed with the impact that art made on the children's learning experience; they talked about the experience for a long time.
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reaching children that have be labeled as "difficult learners" and use art to help improve their grades.
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provide additional resources to expand their reach into other schools in low-income communities and help the students improve tests scores.
January 14, 2011
As an arts administrator, I have seen Dramatic Results in action! The work they do ignites the imaginations of the kids and engages them in meaningful learning. The results speak for themselves- Dramatic Results is a thoughtfully planned and well executed learning tool.
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my school and seen the results across the district.
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None.
January 13, 2011
I was introuced to Dramatic Results when I attended a silent auction. I met the artists, viewed their work and more importantly, was able to see the program at work. There were children in attendance applying the technique, and enjoying the experience!
I made my contribution and was glad I had attended. I went on to visit the webpage and read the mission statement and the difference Dramatic Results was making in my community.
I was asked to serve on the board and without hesitation said yes. I now have had the occassion to spend time with those that make it such a success and understand why our organization makes the impact it does within our community. I would encourange everyone who can help through time, donation or support to do so.
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I would expand the program to other communities.
January 13, 2011
I've personally experienced the benefits of Dramatic Results in the testimonies of the teachers who have seen their students' improve in both math and communication skills because they had the chance to learn these subjects through the arts,thanks to this non-profit. Dramatic Results opens students' eyes and creative minds. I've heard their teachers describe their students' enthusiasm in being able to participate in Dramatic Results. These teachers have told stories of how students who had difficulties in learning before Dramatic Results afterwards love to learn. They explained that students who did not understand math and communication skills before, had "ahhah" moments while in Dramatic Results because they were "seeing " what they needed to learn through art. I've also personally listened to teachers in tears explaining the amazing results they saw in their students' boost in self esteem because they were fortunate to work with Dramatic Results. Dramatic Results is actually true to its name. The result in students is "Dramatically Wonderful"!
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I've personally seen the results of Dramtic Results in the enthusiasm of the teachers whose students have had the great opportunity to experience this fabulous non-profit.
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If I could make any changes to Dramatic Results I would make sure they had permanent funding. This is an exceptionally wonderful non-profit that enables children to absolutely love learning. Dramatic Results approaches learning through the arts and it is the best thing since sliced bread! Yes the students improve in test scores but most importantly they improve in their belief in their own abilities! They just love it!
January 13, 2011
Dramatic Results has been a rewarding experience for my students. They work together on art projects but are also responsible to finish things on their own. They are learning math, but they are so into the art that they don't notice that math is part of their learning expereince. They are always excited and look forward to MIAB day. They have learned to recognize their own strengths and weaknesses, not only in art and math, but in cooperating with others. The instructors are helpful and encouraging. They provide positive feedback to all students, no matter their ability.
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my classroom over two different years with two different groups of students. I have also attended workshops at Dramatic Results.
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get more grants so more students/classes could benefit from the programs.
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