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Art Adventure is a program for schools offered through the Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA). Art Adventure sparks curiosity and conversation around selected artwork at the MIA. The program engages students with artworks from curated collections presented by parent volunteers and allows students to experience artworks up close and personal through reproductions, technology, and touch-and-feel props. This has been a hugely popular program with both kids and volunteers.
Wildwood
For three weeks in January, “Picture People” parent volunteers present these artworks in first and second grade classrooms paired with a small art project. First graders also attend a field trip at MIA to see the artwork in person. The Wildwood set for 2023/24 is Amazing Animals in Art.
VOLUNTEER
We will be needing one Picture Person and one parent assistant per classroom. Volunteers must have the required background check completed. Volunteer registration has closed for 2023/24, but if you’re interested in getting involved next year, please contact artadventure@mahtomedipto.com.
OHA
At O.H. Anderson, students may participate in an afterschool club to explore the sets Let’s Celebrate Life and Family, Friends, and Communities. Tuesdays after school in January and February, “Picture People” parent volunteers present these artworks along with an art project with the help of parent assistants.
SESSION DATES
January Session (Let’s Celebrate Life): Tuesdays - January 9, 16, 23, 30 from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
February Session (Family, Friends, and Communities): Tuesdays - Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Held in the Art Room @ OHA
VOLUNTEER
Picture People volunteer slots have been split into two, 4 week commitments - January and/or February. Assistant slots are a one session commitment. You can sign-up for multiple slots/days. Volunteers must have the required background check completed. Volunteer registration has closed for 2023/24, but if you’re interested in getting involved next year, please contact artadventure@mahtomedipto.com.
STUDENT REGISTRATION
Registration is first come, first served. Students may register for the January and/or February session.
Card Sharks and Strategy Games are enrichment clubs sponsored and led by MPTO parent volunteers.
Card Sharks @ Wildwood
Cards Sharks sessions are held at Wildwood Elementary after school. Students of all math abilities get to play a variety of card, dice, movement, and board games to practice and develop skills.
Card Sharks 2024 Dates: Tuesdays - February 27, March 5, 12, 19 from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm.
Student Registration: Students are not guaranteed a spot by signing up. Group numbers and size are determined by the number of parent volunteers we have, and students will be put into groups in the order they are registered. We will contact you by email once we are able to determine groups. Registration has closed.
Card Sharks Volunteers: We are in need of parent volunteers for K-2 to lead small group games. If you volunteer, your student is guaranteed a spot. Volunteers must have the required background check completed. Go to SignUpGenius
Strategy Games @ OHA
Strategy Games at O.H. Anderson meets after school in the Media Center. Students play strategy and board games.
Strategy Games 2024 Dates: Wednesdays - February 28, March 6, 13, 20 from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Student Registration: Students may be registered for a single session or all sessions. Registration has closed.
Strategy Games Volunteers: We are seeking additional parent volunteers for each session to assist as needed and provide general supervision. You can volunteer for a single session or all sessions. Volunteers must have the required background check completed. Go to SignUpGenius
Resources
Check out these videos to learn fun games to play at home with your family!
Explore the folder of the games we have used during sessions past, along with links to the instructions. Enjoy family game nights at home!
Questions?
Contact Card Sharks or Strategy Games
Card Sharks Co-Chairs: Liz Palvere and Jenny Tristani
Strategy Games Co-Chairs: Carrie Hammer and Molly Wick
For more than 40 years, the Missoula Children's Theatre has opened both hearts and minds of children to the possibility of achievement through the creativity and teamwork they learn during the theatrical process. The 2024 Missoula Children’s Theatre production will be “Cinderella”.
Details
Has your student ever wondered what it’s like to be part of live theater? We have a great opportunity for them to find out!
WHO: Students in Kindergarten through Grade 8
WHAT: Musical production. ENTIRE show is auditioned, cast, rehearsed, and performed the week of January 2nd
WHERE: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center
DATES: January 2-6, 2024
REGISTRATIONS DUE: Monday, December 18th
AUDITIONS: Tuesday, January 2nd from 4:00-6:00 pm
REHEARSALS: Approximately 6:15-8:15 pm Tuesday, 4:00-8:30 pm Wednesday - Friday (all times vary by role), and all day Saturday
PERFORMANCES: Saturday, January 6 at 2:00 pm & 5:00 pm
Registration & Auditions
Students MUST submit their registration form and check for $85.00 by MONDAY, DECEMBER 18TH. LATE REGISTRATIONS AND WALK-INS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Return a separate, completed Registration Form (link below) for each student registering to audition. Submit a separate $85.00 check for each student registering - checks are only cashed if a student is cast. A cotton show t-shirt is included in the cost of the registration.
Auditions will be held Tuesday, January 2nd from 4:00-6:00 pm (all students stay the full two hours). All students auditioning must be able to attend EVERY rehearsal and performance to be eligible. Missoula Children’s Theatre directors audition all registered students and determine the cast for the production. There are a variety of roles, both on stage AND backstage. This is a group audition; no advance preparation is necessary, but a smile ☺ never hurts. Students should be ready to have a good time! Students interested in backstage roles must also participate in the audition. Missoula Directors make the final selection of all cast members (for both on stage and backstage roles) – there is NO guarantee of being cast.
Download Registration Form and Frequently Asked Questions
Volunteer
Love theater? We are seeking a new Missoula Theatre Chair for 2024/25. The new Chair will shadow for the 2024 performance. Contact info@mahtomedipto.com for more information.
questions?
Contact Chantell Knauss, MPTO Missoula Children's Theatre Coordinator