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Environmental Education
304.242.6855
Performing Arts
304.242.7700
School of Dance
304.242.7700
Visual Arts
304.242.7700
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304.242.7272
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A+: High School Programs (Grades 9-12)
To book a program, contact the corresponding department. Our programs meet West Virginia and Ohio Content Standards and Objectives.

Pricing Information For most A+ Programs

*Some program fees vary, see descriptions for details.

Environmental Education
PROGRAM
GRADE LEVEL
FIELD TRIP
IN SCHOOL
DESCRIPTION
Herpetology 101
9-12
Interact with live amphibians and reptiles from the region to discover how adaptations help species succeed in nature. Advanced behavior, anatomy, and morphological adaptations will be explored by students.
Investigate an Ecosystem
9-12
With the Schrader Center educators, create a custom program in which your students design and conduct a scientific inquiry that utilizes research protocols and advanced technology to sample one ecosystem in-depth or sample two ecosystems for comparison studies.
The Science of Nature
9-12
Explore the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere of Oglebay Park through the eyes of a naturalist. Students evaluate environmental factors that affect the succession, populations and communities of our region.
Dance
PROGRAM
GRADE LEVEL
FIELD TRIP
IN SCHOOL
DESCRIPTION
Kid’s Stretch & Flex
9-12
 
Stress flexibility, muscle development and control using chairs & floor.
On Your Toes
9-12
 
A bit of ballet, a touch of tap and movement through instruction from a professional dancer.
Appalachian Dance
9-12
 
Try some “down home” dancing. Learn basic clogging steps and a short routine set to Appalachian music.
Middle Eastern Dance
9-12
 
Explore the rich history and social context of dance in Middle Eastern culture through authentic costumes and a dance performance.
Visual Arts
PROGRAM
GRADE LEVEL
FIELD TRIP
IN SCHOOL
DESCRIPTION
FREE!
Portfolio Prep- Basic
9-12
  Explore how to create, maintain and develop criteria for a personal portfolio. Learn how to measure, mat and mount artwork for presentation and review admissions requirements for college art programs. Free program sponsored by the Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation.
FREE!
Portfolio Prep- Advanced
9-12
  Receive guidance on developing a personal statement and selecting works for a personal portfolio. Using our professional framing equipment, prepare works for inclusion in portfolio and/or exhibitions. Cost dependent on number of students and art pieces. Limit 15 students. Free program sponsored by the Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation.
FREE!
Exhibition Prep
9-12
  Learn how to frame and hang artwork for inclusion in exhibitions, write personal statements, complete entry forms and locate shows for exhibition. Free program sponsored by the Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation.

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