SCF Virtual Academy
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The Sandler Center Foundation’s Virtual Academy, presented by PRA Group, is a digital hub for arts-educational videos. We invite educators to register for our FREE, virtual programming tailored for students, K-8. Choose from a different selection of roughly 45-minute videos each month, all centered around keeping the A in STEAM with a variety of topics.
You may sign-up for this month's Virtual Academy now. Expect to hear from us within three business days upon receiving your completed application. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Check back with us soon for new programming options.
Have a question? Email education@sandlercenterfoundation.org.
Registration is required.
Programs are 30-40 minutes each.
Confirmed Registrants will receive access links and study guides within 5 business days.
ACCESS TO THE FOLLOWING SCF VIRTUAL ACADEMY PROGRAMS ARE AVAILABLE BY REGISTRATION ONLY
May Programs
Old MacDonald’s Sing-Along Farm
Grades Pre-K - Adult
Everybody on the farm has a favorite song. Join Old Farmer MacDonald, his wife Mrs. MacDonald, Daisy the Cow, Simon the Pig and all your favorite friends from the farm for a fun and energetic singalong that brings everyone together. From tunes like “Oh, Shenandoah” and, of course “Old MacDonald,” to classic nursery rhymes like “Hey Diddle Diddle,” this fun interactive show has a strong character message of sharing and caring for others and is a great option for our youngest audiences.
Produced by Bright Star Touring Theatre
GUS GOES GREEN: EARTH DAY EDITION
Grades 3rd - 8th
Just in time for Earth Day, this play follows “Gus” (a giant dog puppet) who leads audiences on a STEM-inspired adventure around the globe. He uses clever resources to find creative solutions for a thirsty man in the desert, a wacky inventor, a toy maker and one very funny bug. Audience volunteers join Gus on stage to engineer a device for gathering water, build a unique toy from recycled materials and more! By the end of the play Gus and his friends use Science, Technology, Engineering and Math to find smart solutions to real-life issues. This show is designed to encourage young people to help the Earth through recycling, energy conservation and creative thinking.
Produced by Bright Star Touring Theatre
STORIES OF OCEANIA
Grades 3rd - Adult
Join Kapili at his new school as he learns about respecting and honoring people of different cultures through the stories of his classmates. The show explores ideas of stereotype and acceptance, and it features stories from our neighbors in the Pacific that celebrate the cultural traditions that connect us. Filled with humor, music and movement, these songs, dances and folktales not only teach about our past but provide valuable wisdom for growing up today and our collective future.
Produced by Holden & Arts Associates
WHAT REGISTERED SCHOOLS SAY
“The historic information will benefit our students. Learning about important people who represent part of our student population will give them a sense of pride and determination. Some of the important people discussed are part of the social studies curriculum.”
Lynnhaven Elementary, Virginia Beach - 400 Participating Students
“We would love for our kindergarten students to experience a program that ties into our learning curriculum for Earth Day.”
Three Oaks Elementary, Virginia Beach - 130 Participating Students
We would like to extend a special thanks to this year’s partners.
Innovation is born of necessity. When pandemic restrictions made gathering at the Sandler Center a risk, SCF developed new ways to accomplish our mission, including the development of our Virtual Academy for students.
Alleviating health, transportation and staffing concerns, our Virtual Academy takes the action directly to children in their schools, either in live performances or online.
Since 2021, the Sandler Center Foundation has reached more than 35,000 students and teachers. This year, we are on track to break our record with 32 performances planned - reaching more children than ever.
Because academic test scores plummeted after the pandemic, your support for this critical programming is more important than ever. Can we count on you to give today to support the development of children’s hearts and minds in this post-pandemic world?
Sandler Center Foundation is an IRS approved 501(c)(3) not-for-profit. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. EIN #20-2409231.
Photos Generously Provided By Copyright Jeff Moore
