Visual and Performing Arts
We are committed to educating the whole child. Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) is an integral part of a high-quality, well-rounded educational foundation. CCCOE supports districts as they implement VAPA content standards, integrate VAPA into core curriculum, and develop STEAM programs that endeavor to engage all students.
Our services include:
* Support for customized high-quality Professional Learning.
* Coaching and Leadership support with Arts and Music in Schools Funding implementation.
* Facilitating a CCCOE Arts Convening, a countywide collaboration with representatives from districts throughout, focused on relevant updates from federal and state agencies and improving teaching and learning.
On November 8, 2022, California voters approved Proposition 28: The Arts and Music in Schools (AMS) Funding Guarantee and Accountability Act. The measure required the state to establish a new, ongoing program supporting arts instruction in schools beginning in 2023–24. CCCOE supports districts in strategic arts planning through regular Arts Convenings with district arts leaders. For related resources, please follow the Prop 28 Arts and Music in Schools Funding link in the Quick Links section of the website.
Visual Arts Lesson Library: 4th and 5th Grade
Visual Arts Lesson Library: 4th and 5th Grade![]()
Visual Arts Lesson Library: 4th and 5th Grade
| Lesson Title | Video | Lesson Plan |
| Picasso Face Mixed Media Collage | Picasso Face Video | Picasso Face Lesson Plan |
| Our Food, Our Culture | Our Food, Our Culture Video | Our Food, Our Culture Lesson Plan |
| Mixed Media Portrait | Mixed Media Portrait Video | Mixed Media Portrait Lesson Plan |
| The Zine Gift Economy | Zine Gift Economy Video | Zine Gift Economy Lesson Plan |
Arts Subcommittee Meeting Highlights
Arts Subcommittee Meeting Highlights ![]()
Arts Subcommittee Meeting Highlights
September 28, 2023 Meeting
Arts leaders engaged in the Picasso Face demo lesson.
Subcommittee Meeting Peaks:
- Arts leaders engaged in an visual arts lesson called "Picasso Face." This is the first of four lessons that will be published in the CCCOE Arts Lesson Library, with lessons aligned to 4th and 5th grade standards. Check this VAPA Website for the new lessons throughout the year.
- We discussed the latest news and updates regarding Prop 28 funding and planning. The CDE website for Prop 28 is https://www.cde.ca.gov/eo/in/prop28artsandmusicedfunding.asp
- Chapter 1 of the California Arts Framework emphasizes Artistic Literacy. We made connections with the arts as communication, a means to well-being, and a way to interact with the community. The California Arts Framework website is https://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/vp/cf/.
On the Horizon:
- CCCOE Art PD #1 Picasso Face, Shadelands Art Center, Walnut Creek, for 4th and 5th grade teachers, Oct 19th, 4 - 5 pm, Registration Form
- TCAP (The California Arts Project) Programs can be found on their website https://tcap.net/blog/
- Directing Change Film Contest, Submissions due March 1st, Apply HERE
- CISC Leadership Symposium Call for Student Art, Google Form, due by December 1
November 16, 2023 Meeting
Meeting Highlights:
• Participants warmed up with music with a rhythm challenge activity and a preview of the State Board Adopted curriculum Quaver Music.
• Prop 28 Entitlements are now posted on this CDE website since November 3rd, and will be distributed via Principal Apportionment in February.
• Frequently Asked Questions regarding Prop 28 were updated Nov 6th. Here is the general Arts and Music Funding in Schools Website (CDE)
• New learning focused on Chapter 2 from the California Arts Framework “The Instructional Cycle.” Reference and use this Chapter 2 The Instructional Cycle PowerPoint for professional learning.
• Participants warmed up with music with a rhythm challenge activity and a preview of the State Board Adopted curriculum Quaver Music.
• Prop 28 Entitlements are now posted on this CDE website since November 3rd, and will be distributed via Principal Apportionment in February.
• Frequently Asked Questions regarding Prop 28 were updated Nov 6th. Here is the general Arts and Music Funding in Schools Website (CDE)
• New learning focused on Chapter 2 from the California Arts Framework “The Instructional Cycle.” Reference and use this Chapter 2 The Instructional Cycle PowerPoint for professional learning.
On the Horizon:
• The next lesson in our Visual Arts Lesson Library for 4th and 5th grade is called "Our Food, Our Culture." The lesson plan and video are available for your implementation in the Lesson Library section of this website.
• All CCC 4th, 5th, and arts teachers are invited to attend the CCCOE Art PD #2 Our Food, Our Culture at the Shadelands Art Center in Walnut Creek on Dec 14th, 4 - 5 pm, Registration Form
• Fertile Ground - California Dance Education Association, Cal State East Bay Hayward, Feb. 9, 10, $95, Register HERE
• Creative Youth Awards - Submissions Open HERE
• CISC Leadership Symposium Call for Student Art, Google Form, extended deadline now due by December 1
• The next lesson in our Visual Arts Lesson Library for 4th and 5th grade is called "Our Food, Our Culture." The lesson plan and video are available for your implementation in the Lesson Library section of this website.
• All CCC 4th, 5th, and arts teachers are invited to attend the CCCOE Art PD #2 Our Food, Our Culture at the Shadelands Art Center in Walnut Creek on Dec 14th, 4 - 5 pm, Registration Form
• Fertile Ground - California Dance Education Association, Cal State East Bay Hayward, Feb. 9, 10, $95, Register HERE
• Creative Youth Awards - Submissions Open HERE
• CISC Leadership Symposium Call for Student Art, Google Form, extended deadline now due by December 1
January 18, 2024 Meeting
Meeting Highlights:
• Participants warmed up with theater with an improv game called "What are you doing?"
• Prop 28 Entitlements will be distributed via Principal Apportionment in February.
• Frequently Asked Questions regarding Prop 28 were updated January 2nd. They are broken into three subheadings regarding apportionment, use of funds, and reporting. Here is the general Arts and Music Funding in Schools Website (CDE)
• New learning focused on Chapter 8 from the California Arts Framework “Arts Integration.”
• Participants warmed up with theater with an improv game called "What are you doing?"
• Prop 28 Entitlements will be distributed via Principal Apportionment in February.
• Frequently Asked Questions regarding Prop 28 were updated January 2nd. They are broken into three subheadings regarding apportionment, use of funds, and reporting. Here is the general Arts and Music Funding in Schools Website (CDE)
• New learning focused on Chapter 8 from the California Arts Framework “Arts Integration.”
On the Horizon:
• The next lesson in our Visual Arts Lesson Library for 4th and 5th grade is called "Mixed Media Portrait." The lesson plan and video are available for your implementation in the Lesson Library section of this website.
• All CCC 4th, 5th, and arts teachers are invited to attend the CCCOE Art PD #3 Mixed Media Portrait at the Shadelands Art Center in Walnut Creek on Feb 29th, 4 - 5 pm, Registration Form
• Unsung Heroes and STEAM, January 24, 4-5:15pm, Virtual, Register HERE
• Fertile Ground - California Dance Education Association, Cal State East Bay Hayward, Feb. 9, 10, $95, Register HERE
• AME (Arts, Media, Entertainment) Institute Pop-Up in San Francisco, February 23, $150, Register HERE
• TCAP 16th Courageous Creativity - June 18-20th, Anaheim, Cost $700, Register by April 15th HERE
March 14, 2024 Meeting
Meeting Highlights:
State Updates
* DRAFT Proposed Audit Guide pg. 27 (CDE updated March 1st)
* Prop 28 Frequently Asked Questions (CDE updated March 1st)
* Prop 28 Website (CDE updated February 28th) Now with Reference Guides for Parents, Educators and LEAs!
* California Dance Education Association Prop 28 Dance Tip Sheet
* Create CA Prop 28 Planning Toolkit
Promising Practices from San Ramon Valley Unified School District and Mt. Diablo Unified School District
State Updates
* DRAFT Proposed Audit Guide pg. 27 (CDE updated March 1st)
* Prop 28 Frequently Asked Questions (CDE updated March 1st)
* Prop 28 Website (CDE updated February 28th) Now with Reference Guides for Parents, Educators and LEAs!
* California Dance Education Association Prop 28 Dance Tip Sheet
* Create CA Prop 28 Planning Toolkit
Promising Practices from San Ramon Valley Unified School District and Mt. Diablo Unified School District
On the Horizon:
* Raising the Curtain on Prop 28, EdSource, Free Webinar, roundtable discussion with panelists, March 21st 3-4pm, Register HERE
* Creativity at the Core Module 26 Webinar, Art as a Catalyst for SEL, Free, March 26th 4-5pm, Register HERE by 3/19, Flyer
* CCCOE Art PD #4 Zine Gift Economy, Shadelands Art Center, Walnut Creek, for arts, 4th and 5th grade teachers, April 11th, 4 - 5 pm, Registration Form
* TCAP 16th Courageous Creativity - June 18-20th, Anaheim, Cost $700, Register by April 15th HERE
May 16, 2024 Meeting
Meeting Highlights:
* Binary Bracelets STEAM activity
* Prop 28 AMS Financial & Audit Requirements
* Creativity at the Core Module 26 SEL in the Arts
* Arts Partners list by Arts Contra Costa County
* Binary Bracelets STEAM activity
* Prop 28 AMS Financial & Audit Requirements
* Creativity at the Core Module 26 SEL in the Arts
* Arts Partners list by Arts Contra Costa County
Highlighting Visual Arts
Highlighting Visual Arts![]()
Highlighting Visual Arts
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