Illuminating Youth Voices 2023
Professional Development Workshop
About Illuminating Youth Voices Professional Development
July 21, 22, & 29, 2023
The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles (SCLA) presents Illuminating Youth Voices a professional development workshop designed to teach Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet exploring Identity, Community, Justice and Action. The workshops provide arts-based teaching strategies that can transform how Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is taught in high school English Language Arts/History and Social Studies classes. Offering teachers an innovative curriculum that emphasizes the Learning for Justice standards developed by the Southern Poverty Law Center. Led by local and national teaching artists and Shakespeare-focused educators.Teaching Artists and Educators will have an opportunity to learn alongside our Youth Leaders from Will Power to Youth (WPY) as an integral part of the development process. Teachers will receive two (2) free tickets to a performance of WPY’s Romeo and Juliet this summer and discounted tickets to a main stage show.
Registration
Registration is now FULL for our 2023 Summer Professional Development Workshop. You may join our waitlist for admittance to the workshop if a space becomes available. If you previously signed-up but can no longer attend please contact us ASAP so we can admit people from the waitlist.
We will begin notifying individuals on the waitlist after June 30, 2023.
Pre-Homework
There are Pre-Homework assignments due in advance of the first day of the Professional Development on July 21. Learn more here and join the class on Google Classroom when ready.
The Google Classroom is now LIVE! All participants must join the Google Classroom for resources. There you will find prerequisite assignments to complete. Class code b5qqzhl
Please note: You may have to use a personal email (not affiliated with your school or work) to access to Google Classroom. If you have issues joining please email us.
NOTICE OF FILMING
Please be aware a videographer will be onsite on July 21 and 22 to capture our progress. Video clips or photography may be placed on SCLA's website, used for advertising, or used for training purposes.
Agenda
Illuminating Youth Voices Professional Development takes place on Friday, July 21 and Saturday July, 22 (in-person) and Saturday, July 29 (on Zoom). Each day will have activities from 9 AM - 3 PM PST.
Please be aware a videographer will be onsite on July 21 and 22 to capture our progress. Video clips or photography may be placed on SCLA's website, used for advertising, or used for training purposes.
Day 1: Friday, July 21 (In-person)
08:30 - 09:00 am – Sign-in (coffee & treats provided)
09:00 - 09:05 am – Staff Welcome
09:05 - 10:15 am – Opening activities/ Overview
10:15 - 11:00 am – Guest Speaker: MAMA J
11:00 - 12:00 pm – Aspects of Identity
12:00 - 01:00 pm – Lunch with Will Power to Youth participants (1 hour)
01:00 - 02:30 pm – Tools to explore Shakespeare + Social Justice/ Will Power to Youth: Youth & Mentors
02:30 - 03:00 pm – Reflection and final comments
Day 2: Saturday, July 22 (In-person)
08:30 - 09:00 am – Sign in (coffee and treats provided)
09:00 - 09:15 am – Processing the WPY experience
09:15 - 11:00 am – Romeo & Juliet: IDJA connection
11:00 - 11:45 am – Guest Speaker: Robin Lithgow
11:45 - 12:00 pm – Guest Speaker: Cori Stevenson
12:30 - 01:15 pm – Lunch (45 min)
01:15 - 01:30 pm – Youth led activity
01:30 - 02:30 pm – Snapshot work
02:30 - 02:45 pm – Reminders/ Presentation/ Lesson Plan for 7/29
02:45 - 03:00 pm – Reflection
Day 3: Saturday, July 29 (Zoom)
08:50 - 09:00 am – Zoom opens
09:00 - 09:30 am – Welcome and Processing the Week’s Activities
09:30 - 12:00 pm – Collective Action preparation
12:00 - 12:30 pm – Lunch (30 min.)
12:30 - 02:30 pm - Presentations
02:30 - 03:00 pm - Conclusions and Post Evaluation
Guest Speakers
We are honored to have three esteemed speakers join us this year! Read their bios and learn more about our guest speakers.
FAQ
Please read carefuly through our FAQ section to make sure you have the best experience.
Where should I stay (lodging recommendations)?
SCLA has arranged a special rate for attendees at the LA Athletic Club, a boutique hotel in a historic private club adjacent to the Jewelry District and the Broadway Historic Theater District, located 1.4 miles from Shakespeare Center LA.
Rate: $200 including tax - Please give group name “Shakespeare and Social Justice” when booking.
The hotel features continental breakfast, WIFI, Restaurants on-site, and parking (may include additional fee)
Additional restaurants close to the hotel include: Little Sister Vietnamese, Bottega Louis, The Exchange, The Bloc, Grand Central Market, Dama, La Cha Cha Chá, and much more.
Where can I park?
Most street parking around the building has a parking limit during the day. Please read the signs.
Street parking on 2nd & Bixel (very limited)
Self Parking Lot $8 at 1st & Beaudry
What restaurants are in the area?
Seoul Sausage - Counter service; 2 minute walk from SCLA
Masa of Echo Park - 1.4 miles
Sticky Rice - 1.4 miles
Tamales Albertos - .8 miles
Tribal Cafe - .8 miles
Clark Street Echo Park - .5 miles
Jack in the Box - Drive Thru - 0.5 miles
Are Breakfast or Lunch provided?
Breakfast and lunch are provided on July 21 and 22 (on in-person days).
What should I bring with me? What should I wear?
Bring anything you think you might need but all materials will be provided. We recommend bringing a water bottle, pencils/pens, laptop (if you prefer to take notes on a device), and a notebook.
Wear whatever is comfortable for you. There will be light movement activities.
Please be aware a videographer will be onsite on July 21 and 22 to capture our progress. Video clips or photography may be placed on SCLA's website, used for advertising, or used for training purposes.
What if I need accomodations? (medical condition, visual/audio assistance, etc.)
Please contact NaLonni Madden at nalonni@shakespearecenter.org.
What is the weather like?
Expect weather to be 83 degrees (high) / 65 degrees (low)
The venue is air conditioned.
Do I need to provide vaccine status?
SCLA follow the LA County Guidelines. At this time, proof of vaccines and masks are not required. Health and safety policies are subject to change according to the LA County Public Health recommendations.
LAUSD Salary Point Credit Information
For LAUSD Teacher, specific materials are required for completion in order to receive one salary point credit. Please visit the Pre-Homework Page to learn more about the assignments and deadline.
Directions
Illuminating Youth Voices professional development workshop will take place at The Shakespeare Center Los Angeles, 1238 W 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026. Please see more information in our FAQ on parking.
Contact US
If you have any questions please contact NaLonni Madden, Programs Associate at nalonni@shakespearecenter.org.