Art Docent Class of 2017

“an outstanding group that will only improve on the strength of our organization” 

 

Our Trainers Hard at Work!

Thank you Traci, Julie and Janice

Training Update – November 2017

They have been divided into small groups and gave two 5 minute mini print presentations to practice their skills.  The trainees also participated in the full 3rd Grade Abstract Art Lesson and Workshop led by Michelle K. in their 4th week of class.  It was beneficial to learn through participation and they each created their own beautiful piece of art.

The following week we all ventured to Daves Avenue to observe a 2nd grade Color & Value Lesson taught by the experienced docent Mary L.  After returning to  class, we had discussion about this and other observations and how it related to their homework on topics of curriculum, classroom skills and preparation.

Week 6 was the opportunity for each of the trainees to present a 5 minute single print on their own.  We assigned them each one print, one grade level and a few of the visual art terms to incorporate into their quick presentation.  We evaluated them based on our expectations that they each introduce themselves, present their art terms clearly and grade appropriately, ask questions, repeat answers, formulate more discussion from the answers, summarize their terms/lesson, thanking the class and ending with a positive comment.

​All 7 trainees successfully completed this task and we look forward to seeing their skills as they prepare for the full print presentations they will be doing the final weeks of training.

 

Training Update – October 2017

 

 

Although the low turnout for the Open House was worrisome,  the Executive Board members and other docents pulled together to recruit a few more trainees for this year’s training class.  We have a small but talented group of 7 new trainees as of week 2.  We’ve left the door open for others to join until week 3, so maybe we will have a few more.

Week one was a successful kickoff to the training classes where we focused on the ins and outs of our organization, curriculum and training.  We are continuing to focus on using our online and digital tools for sign ups and learning videos this year.  The next month the trainees will begin giving group and individual print presentations, as well as observing and assisting active docents in the classroom.  Be sure to check out their bios and learn more about our newest members in the upcoming October Palette newsletter.

Traci M, Julie H. and Janice J

Art Docent Trainers 2017

All 18 trainees are on point to graduate.  They have been working hard.
This class has observed more print presentations
and helped with more workshops than any other class.
This may also be the first class that has stayed together from start to finish.

Week Seven 
The Trainees came to class prepared with questions regarding
their homework assignment that introduced them to the
Committee Description & Selection form.
Executive board members visited expressing the organization’s needs,
and provided in depth descriptions of specific jobs.
They also shared the fulfillment received from volunteering
and being a part of an exciting, every growing organization.  
After break docent Stacey C taught the California Architecture
a 4th grade, January lesson, digital format.
Her presentation inspired a trainee to learn the digital format
for their final full print presentation.

Week Eight, Nine and Ten
Every minute of class time during the last three weeks are filled with K – 5th grade full print presentation.
This year a Full Print Evaluation Form was created. Each trainee receives a thorough critique from all three trainers.
This will not only make them aware of their strengths but also areas that may need improvement.  

Celebrations – The graduation class of 2016 will attend a Thank You Luncheon after their last class.
The luncheon is hosted by the trainers to show their appreciation to the trainees for their commitment, drive and desire.
They have truly been a remarkable class.  

The entire docent organization will have the opportunity to
congratulate our newest members at the
Graduation/Holiday Luncheon on Tuesday, December 13th.
They are very excited to meet all of you.

Special Thanks!
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The trainers want to thank
all the docents who helped us this year
with the training class.
We could not have done it without you.
Not once were we denied a request for help.
Our success, the trainees success would not have been possible
without our many hands working together.
Thank you so very much.
Your kindness was greatly appreciated.
Mary, Sue and Traci