Programs for Schools, Educators & Community Organizations

Programs for Schools
Professional Development
Programs for Community Organizations

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Programs for Schools

The heart of the JBFC’s education mission is to design curricula for pre-K through grade 12 that will help students master the skills to succeed in the digitally and globally connected 21st century. Education programs include field trips to the Media Arts Lab and JBFC Theater, classroom curricula, artist residencies, and professional development. More Info...

 

 

Early Literacy Program (pre-K–grade 2)
See Hear Feel Film (grade 3)
Minds in Motion (grade 4)
Classroom to Screening Room (grades 5–12)
Reel Change (grades 5–12)
Digital Storytelling (grades 5–12)


 



Professional Development
In addition to providing teacher training that is built into the curriculum-based programs, the JBFC offers many opportunities for professional development. These programs give educators creative and technical experience with digital media as well as guidance on their application in the classroom. Scholarships are available for every course. More Info... 

 

 

Teaching and Technology in the Digital Age
Summer Teachers Institute
School Partnerships
Contact: ekeating@burnsfilmcenter.org for information and scheduling



Courses at the Lab
To further the JBFC’s mission to bring 21st century communication to the classroom, each semester at the Media Arts Lab features several courses especially for K–12 educators. Documentation of completion will be provided to help support participants’ receipt of in-service credit.

Digital Storytelling
Creating Content
Persuasive Media
Nonfiction Film as a Teaching Tool
Contact: ekeating@burnsfilmcenter.org for information and scheduling.



Programs for Community Organizations
Many of the JBFC curricula for school groups are also available for organizations and social service agencies working with underserved and at-risk youth. Partners have included after-school programs, residential treatment centers, therapeutic schools, programs for developmentally delayed young adults, homeless shelters, and the Westchester County Jail. The JBFC will waive the participation fee and reimburse all transportation costs for organizations with demonstrated financial need. More Info...

 

 

KidToons (8–18 years)
Minds in Motion (9–12 years)
Reel Change
(12–18 years)
Classroom to Screening Room (12–18 years)
Digital Storytelling (12–18 years)