The Progressive Schoolhouse
In association with
THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATION THROUGH THE ARTS
presents
SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM 2017
Celebrating 26 Years of Summer Fun!
June 19 – July 28
Artist’s Playground
Mission Statement
“Supporting the Individual’s
Learning Process and Expression”
All human beings are
unique and have the
potential to live
successful and happy
lives. All ages deserve
the opportunity to engage in meaningful
educational programs that support their
development, expression and autonomy.
Our mission is to advocate, educate
and support learning through the arts.
Children’s Art Program
Monday – Thursday	 	 9:00a – 2:00p
Afternoon Academic Program
Monday-Wednesday 2:30p-5:00p
The Progressive Schoolhouse
2400 Notre Dame Blvd. Chico CA, 95928
(530) 345-5665
www.progressiveschoolhouse.com
Director: Lori Tennant
Children’s Art Program
Week 1: June 19 - 23: Ceramic Arts and Sculpture Studio
This week’s activities will focus on the ceramic art techniques of hand building, pottery wheel, tile crafting,
glaze application and finishing techniques. NOTE: all ceramic projects will need additional time for firing; all
fees included in class fees. This week, students will also enjoy modeling and sculpting original figurines and
other multi-dimensional projects. Instruction will support the student’s experiences in mold making, relief,
engraving, carving and modeling with multiple sculpting compounds.
Week 2: June 26 – June 30: Drawing Studio
Students will receive individual instruction to compliment their development in technique, composition and
color theory. Drawing media to include pastel, pencil, conte, water-color pencil and ink pen. Instruction will
introduce students to photo realism, figure drawing, cartooning and abstract composition.
Week 3: July 3 – 7 Fabric & Textile Studio
Felting, weaving, knotting, sewing, beading, appliqué, fabric painting, printing and pattern making! A full
week of studio-based creative crafts and original projects is sure to inspire the young designer. Instruction will
offer students the opportunity to develop and apply new skills!
Week 4: July 10 – 14 Theatre Arts Studio
One of our most popular studio experiences, this week’s activities will provide the expressive artist an outlet
for their creativity! As well as providing support and resource to further their interests and skills, activities
include monologue, mime, mask making and dramatic improvisation. Students will be encouraged to create
and develop character, dialogue, simple costume and set design. Production elements for stage and film!
Week 5: July 17 - 21 Pen & Ink and Printmaking Studio
A new class offering! The pen & ink studio will include instruction in utilizing a variety of ink pens and
brushes. Texture, dimension, perspective, composition, colored pencil, watercolor wash and calligraphy will
be explored. The printmaking studio will provide an opportunity for the students to make screen and block
prints of their original compositions and designs.
Week 6: July 24 – 28 Painting Studio
An all-encompassing week full of color! Students will receive individual instruction to compliment their
skill development in brush techniques, composition and color theory. Instruction in the traditional uses of
watercolor, acrylic, oil and tempera paint will be given.
Afternoon Academic and Tutorial Program
Academic K – 8th Grades
2:30 pm – 5:00 pm Monday - Wednesday
Instruction offered in the following areas; one or more areas of academic
emphasis may be integrated in planning.
This program provides students with individualized instruction and tutorial in a small
group setting. Emphasis is given to individual planning and goal setting. Students,
their families and administration will work together to create goals appropriate for
the duration of the student’s enrollment. All goals will be structured from
individualized assessment. Appropriate curriculum and learning activity will be
chosen according to these goals. Individualized planning will support the needs of
each student’s program. This program will ensure successful acquisition, goal
attainment and cater to each students needs during the learning process.
• Math- all levels through
Algebra
• Spelling/Vocabulary
• Reading
• Science
• History
• English Grammar
• Written Composition
• Penmanship
• Spanish
• Computer Lab
• World Geography
• Creative Writing
• Any special topics of interest
The program enrolls six students per day. All class materials and curriculum are provided.
• This program welcomes students ages 5 years old and older. Enrollment for each week is at the
director’s discretion, and will close once at capacity.
• Register early to guarantee your student’s spot!
• Instruction will run from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm daily, please schedule your student’s arrival and pickup
accordingly.
• All materials are provided in the price for each artistic week.
• Students are encouraged to wear clothing appropriate to the creative nature of the program. Special
“art aprons” will be available for purchase!
• Please label all personal items that come to the program with your student.
• Students should plan on taking home finished projects at the end of each class period. (As noted in the
class description, all ceramic work will require extra time for drying and firing and will be available
after completion.)
• Students will take two meal breaks daily. Please send your student with a nutritious snack and lunch.
With parent permission and supervision, students will be allowed to leave campus at lunch; ask
director for more information.
• The school’s “Snack Café” will also offer drinks, snacks and frozen treats for a nominal fee.
Program Details and Important Information
Week 1: June 19 - 23 Ceramic Arts and Sculpture Studio
Week 2: June 26 – 30 Drawing Studio
Week 3: July 3 - 7 Fabric and Textile Studio
Week 4: July 10 - 14 Theatre Arts Studio
Week 5: July 17 - 21 Pen & Ink and Printmaking Studio
Week 6: July 24 - 28 Painting Studio
Children’s Art Program
1 day per week $45.00
2 days per week $85.00
3 days per week $125.00
4 days per week $140.00
Full 6 week program $800.00
Afternoon Academic & Tutorial Program
per day $40.00
Accepted Methods of Payment
Check, Credit/Debit Card, Cash
At a Glance Summer Schedule
Pricing and Payment

Summer Arts Program 2017

  • 1.
    The Progressive Schoolhouse Inassociation with THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATION THROUGH THE ARTS presents SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM 2017 Celebrating 26 Years of Summer Fun! June 19 – July 28 Artist’s Playground Mission Statement “Supporting the Individual’s Learning Process and Expression” All human beings are unique and have the potential to live successful and happy lives. All ages deserve the opportunity to engage in meaningful educational programs that support their development, expression and autonomy. Our mission is to advocate, educate and support learning through the arts. Children’s Art Program Monday – Thursday 9:00a – 2:00p Afternoon Academic Program Monday-Wednesday 2:30p-5:00p The Progressive Schoolhouse 2400 Notre Dame Blvd. Chico CA, 95928 (530) 345-5665 www.progressiveschoolhouse.com Director: Lori Tennant
  • 2.
    Children’s Art Program Week1: June 19 - 23: Ceramic Arts and Sculpture Studio This week’s activities will focus on the ceramic art techniques of hand building, pottery wheel, tile crafting, glaze application and finishing techniques. NOTE: all ceramic projects will need additional time for firing; all fees included in class fees. This week, students will also enjoy modeling and sculpting original figurines and other multi-dimensional projects. Instruction will support the student’s experiences in mold making, relief, engraving, carving and modeling with multiple sculpting compounds. Week 2: June 26 – June 30: Drawing Studio Students will receive individual instruction to compliment their development in technique, composition and color theory. Drawing media to include pastel, pencil, conte, water-color pencil and ink pen. Instruction will introduce students to photo realism, figure drawing, cartooning and abstract composition. Week 3: July 3 – 7 Fabric & Textile Studio Felting, weaving, knotting, sewing, beading, appliqué, fabric painting, printing and pattern making! A full week of studio-based creative crafts and original projects is sure to inspire the young designer. Instruction will offer students the opportunity to develop and apply new skills! Week 4: July 10 – 14 Theatre Arts Studio One of our most popular studio experiences, this week’s activities will provide the expressive artist an outlet for their creativity! As well as providing support and resource to further their interests and skills, activities include monologue, mime, mask making and dramatic improvisation. Students will be encouraged to create and develop character, dialogue, simple costume and set design. Production elements for stage and film! Week 5: July 17 - 21 Pen & Ink and Printmaking Studio A new class offering! The pen & ink studio will include instruction in utilizing a variety of ink pens and brushes. Texture, dimension, perspective, composition, colored pencil, watercolor wash and calligraphy will be explored. The printmaking studio will provide an opportunity for the students to make screen and block prints of their original compositions and designs. Week 6: July 24 – 28 Painting Studio An all-encompassing week full of color! Students will receive individual instruction to compliment their skill development in brush techniques, composition and color theory. Instruction in the traditional uses of watercolor, acrylic, oil and tempera paint will be given.
  • 3.
    Afternoon Academic andTutorial Program Academic K – 8th Grades 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm Monday - Wednesday Instruction offered in the following areas; one or more areas of academic emphasis may be integrated in planning. This program provides students with individualized instruction and tutorial in a small group setting. Emphasis is given to individual planning and goal setting. Students, their families and administration will work together to create goals appropriate for the duration of the student’s enrollment. All goals will be structured from individualized assessment. Appropriate curriculum and learning activity will be chosen according to these goals. Individualized planning will support the needs of each student’s program. This program will ensure successful acquisition, goal attainment and cater to each students needs during the learning process. • Math- all levels through Algebra • Spelling/Vocabulary • Reading • Science • History • English Grammar • Written Composition • Penmanship • Spanish • Computer Lab • World Geography • Creative Writing • Any special topics of interest The program enrolls six students per day. All class materials and curriculum are provided.
  • 4.
    • This programwelcomes students ages 5 years old and older. Enrollment for each week is at the director’s discretion, and will close once at capacity. • Register early to guarantee your student’s spot! • Instruction will run from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm daily, please schedule your student’s arrival and pickup accordingly. • All materials are provided in the price for each artistic week. • Students are encouraged to wear clothing appropriate to the creative nature of the program. Special “art aprons” will be available for purchase! • Please label all personal items that come to the program with your student. • Students should plan on taking home finished projects at the end of each class period. (As noted in the class description, all ceramic work will require extra time for drying and firing and will be available after completion.) • Students will take two meal breaks daily. Please send your student with a nutritious snack and lunch. With parent permission and supervision, students will be allowed to leave campus at lunch; ask director for more information. • The school’s “Snack Café” will also offer drinks, snacks and frozen treats for a nominal fee. Program Details and Important Information Week 1: June 19 - 23 Ceramic Arts and Sculpture Studio Week 2: June 26 – 30 Drawing Studio Week 3: July 3 - 7 Fabric and Textile Studio Week 4: July 10 - 14 Theatre Arts Studio Week 5: July 17 - 21 Pen & Ink and Printmaking Studio Week 6: July 24 - 28 Painting Studio Children’s Art Program 1 day per week $45.00 2 days per week $85.00 3 days per week $125.00 4 days per week $140.00 Full 6 week program $800.00 Afternoon Academic & Tutorial Program per day $40.00 Accepted Methods of Payment Check, Credit/Debit Card, Cash At a Glance Summer Schedule Pricing and Payment