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    Museum Family Sundays (at the Art Museum)

    By Tobi Kibel Piatek | Monday, June 2nd, 2008

    Mentors looking for inexpensive and free ways to bring art into your lives, and experience one of Portland’s great resources will love Museum Family Sundays. On “select Sunday afternoons ” throughout the year, the Portland Art Museum offers adult and kid combinations hands-on activities, demonstrations and performances designed to “lead you on a journey of discovery as you explore our galleries filled with art from around the world.” 

    On June 22, 2008: Explore art of the Northwest through art–making, family tours of the Contemporary Northwest Art Awards and the Center for Northwest Art, artist demonstrations, and more family fun.

    sunday
    jun 22, 2008
    1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

    Price: Free with museum admission (kids under 17 are free)

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    An Evening of Art for Educators (FREE)

    By Tobi Kibel Piatek | Monday, June 2nd, 2008

    Evening for Educators (K-12)

    Enjoy light refreshments and network with other educators. Learn about the Portland Art Museum’s special exhibitions as well as the permanent galleries. Learn about opportunities for docent-led school tours and museum suitcase presentations in your classroom. These events are free to educators, but reservations are required as space is limited. Please call 503.276.4318 to reserve your space today.

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    Evening for College Educators

    Enjoy light refreshments and network with other educators. Learn about the Portland Art Museum’s special exhibitions as well as the permanent galleries. These events are free to educators. Reservations are required as space is limited. Please call 503.276.4227 to reserve your space today.

    Show programs

    Topics: Resources for Teacher, Things to do | No Comments »

    Things to Do: Experience Art for Free

    By Tobi Kibel Piatek | Monday, June 2nd, 2008

    Looking for something to do indoors this summer?

    As part of the museums’ efforts to connect more people with art, general admission to the Portland Art Museum is now free for children 17 and under.

    The new policy is the result of a $1 million donation from long-time supporters Gordon D. Sondland and Katherine J. Durant.

    Adult ticket prices will remain the same:

    The museum also offers college students a yearly pass for just $10.

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    Paraeducator Resources

    By Lisa Pfister | Sunday, June 1st, 2008

    Here is a list of resources for the paraeducator:

    *a checklist for Paraeducators, Teachers and Principals: a 64-page booklet to help educators understand their roles and responsibilities

    in relation to each other.  To order, call 800-229-4200 or go to www.nea.org/books.

    *National Resource Center for Paraprofessionals- http://www.nrcpara.org

    *Paraeducator.com  http://www.paraeducator.com

    *Working Together for Successful Paraeducator Services: A Guide for Paraeducators, Teachers and Principals.

    http://www.nwrel.org/request/may2002/index.html

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