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This directory of artists, presenters and vendors is for contact information only. Please note that all
approvals are determined by individual BOCES and/or District criteria and do not guarantee acceptance of
proposed contracts.
Clean Slate Living
We are a movement of second chances and self-worth through media content, music, school assembly programs and outreaches. Reminding people that it's NEVER too late for a CLEAN SLATE! You are WORTHY to "Rewrite Tomorrow
My name is Cris Johnson, and I have performed school assemblies full time for over 20 years, in schools all across the country. My programs are filled with amazing magic, silly games and goofy interaction — and while your students are laughing, they are absorbing strong educational messages and curriculum-based lessons.
Twelve topics, including STEM, Character Ed, Anti-Bullying, Reading, Math, and more. One presenter who has done this for two decades. And a guarantee no other assembly presenter will match. If you don’t think I delivered amazing lessons in a fun, interactive, entertaining way, I will cheerfully refund your check — and donate $500 to your PTA/PTO.
In over 20 years and thousands of shows, no one has ever requested a refund. Many schools and libraries book me back year after year.
A New York actress with decades of experience in film (the "Uncle Buck" mom), TV, Broadway and Off-Broadway, I have also taught at over 170 colleges and high schools.
Workshops include: Exploring Intention through American Sign Language, Making Your Monologue HOT!, Acting on Camera, Acting for Singers: What's Behind the Words?, Cold Reading: Don't Panic!, Mining the Hidden Impulses: Creating Your Own Work (a writing workshop.)
In addition, my Off-Broadway solo show "TEA FOR THREE: Lady Bird, Pat & Betty" is available.
At Mindful Yoga With Liz, we bring the benefits of yoga and mindfulness directly into schools, helping children of all ages build focus, confidence, and emotional resilience. Through playful movement, breathwork, and guided relaxation, students learn tools to manage stress, regulate their emotions, and cultivate kindness toward themselves and others.
Our programs are age-appropriate and engaging, combining storytelling, games, and interactive activities to make learning fun while supporting social-emotional growth. Teachers also benefit by learning strategies to manage classroom energy, foster a calm environment, and support students’ well-being—helping the whole school community thrive.
The Author Village is a community of forward-thinking and award-winning children's book authors and illustrators and educators available for in-person and virtual school visits, library visits, festivals, conferences panels, workshops, professional development, and special events.
Many of our authors are currently scheduling both in-person and virtual author visits for the 2024-2025 school year.
For in-person visits (up to three presentations, lunch with a small group of students, and book signing), our authors charge between $2000.00 and $7500.00 (plus travel expenses), depending on the author. For full day virtual visits, our authors charge in the $1500.00-$4500.00 range, depending on the author. For individual 45-50 minute sessions, the authors charge between $750.00 and $2000.00, once again, depending on the author.
The Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium offers engaging programs for students from pre-K to college, featuring live animals. Our programs align with New York State Learning Standards and can be customized to meet your specific needs. Participants will have the opportunity to explore outdoor ponds and living wildlife displays in our two aquarium buildings.
Program Offerings:
Guided Tours: Discover various animal exhibits discuss themes such as Fins & Jaws, Aquatic Habitats, Life Cycles in Nature, Adaptations, Hatching Trout, Reptiles & Amphibians, Aquaculture, and General.
Seasonal Activities: Participate in seasonal programs such as Egg Stripping, Pond Life, and Freshwater Ecology.
If you are unable to join us for a field trip, we also provide outreach and virtual options.
Join the rhythm revolution with Downbeat Percussion, the official drumline of the Buffalo Bills! From thrilling stadium performances to engaging school shows, we bring high-energy entertainment and character education to audiences of all ages. Get ready to drum, dance, and be inspired!
Imaginary Circumstances brings theatre education to K–12 students across the Capital Region. Taught by working actors and educators, we offer classes and workshops in acting, improv, and writing for groups of all sizes—plus in-school puppet and improv shows. Our Professional Development workshops help teams boost creativity, collaboration, listening, and communication through theatre.
My offerings include:
- Hands-on visual arts workshops tailored to grade levels, focusing on foundational skills in drawing, painting, mixed media, composition, and creative problem-solving.
- Project-based residencies that engage students in artmaking, collaborative mural design, and comprehensive documentation from concept to completion.
- Arts integration modules aligned with New York State Learning Standards to enhance classroom instruction and foster deeper engagement.
- Professional development for educators on arts integration strategies and creative process facilitation to strengthen their capacity for maintaining arts-rich learning environments.
- Flexible delivery formats, including in-class workshops, multi-session residencies, assemblies, and virtual sessions.
My approach promotes student expression, creative confidence, and cultural awareness by connecting studio practice with academic inquiry. I am committed to equitable access to arts education and assisting schools in enriching their curricula through meaningful, student-centered artistic experiences.
Dani Martindale is an author and proud SCBWI member dedicated to fostering a lifelong love of reading in young children. She specializes in farm-focused picture books for ages 4–8, blending heart-filled country adventures with essential life lessons. When she isn’t writing, Dani can be found exploring the outdoors with her dogs and horses or competing in local rodeos and barrel races.
I offer a variety of school assembly programs, including shows about recycling and water conservation. In addition I offer workshops in mime, movement and theater.
The Buffalo Zoo's Education team is here to provide your students with a WILD educational experience! Whether you're looking for a virtual program that will take you inside some of our animal exhibits, a presentation to enhance your Zoo field trip, or the Zoomobile to bring the Zoo to You, we can meet your group's learning needs. There are so many topics to choose from, including unique habitats, amazing adaptations, conservation, and so much more!