Prix Jeunesse Pittsburgh
The Prix Jeunesse “Suitcase” is a free screening and discussion series, built around outstanding and innovative programs from the international children's television festival. David Kleeman, President of the American Center for Children and Media, curates each showcase for its specific age group to provide a unique experience in support of arts and education.
In October 2012, WQED partnered with Prix Jeunesse and local organizations like The Fred Rogers Center and the Toonseum to offer incredible learning experiences for professionals and families alike. Our workshops presented a wonderful opportunity to view award-winning children's television from around the world, and learn about different cultures and social issues. The Prix Jeunesse Pittsburgh events were sponsored by the Grable Foundation, with additional support from Spark.
Read David Kleeman’s description of our event in the PRIX JEUNESSE Autumn 2012 newsletter, Watchwords!
Our Workshops for Professionals
October 12, 2012 at WQED Multimedia
Presented and Moderated by David Kleeman, Prix Jeunesse Foundation International Advisory Board and President, American Center for Children and Media
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With expert panelists:
Sharon Carver, Ph.D., Director, Children's School, Carnegie Mellon University
Michelle Figlar, Executive Director, Pittsburgh Association for the Education of Young Children
Jim Martin, Children's Television Director, Puppeteer
Kevin Morrison, Chief Operating Officer, The Fred Rogers Company
Michael Robb, Ph.D., Director of Education and Research, Fred Rogers Center
Intended audience:
Faculty and Students in Early Childhood Education, Communication, Film, Fine Arts, Digital and New Media, Edutainment, and Related Fields; Media Creators; Early Childhood Educators; Philanthropic and Other Community Leaders
10:00am - 12:30pm: “The Life Inside”
Often, television is used to support emotional literacy in young children – to help them explore friendships and relationships, and understand their feelings. What are the essential elements of quality in such programming, and how might they differ across countries or regions?
2:00 - 4:30pm: “The World Outside”
High-quality programming can expand young children's vision and understanding of all that's around them. How is television's role as a “window to the world” used by producers and broadcasters across cultures?
Our Workshops for Families
October 13, 2012 at WQED Multimedia
A full day of international children's television and hands-on workshops!
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Prix Jeunesse screenings in the historic Fred Rogers Studio
Session 1: 10:30am - 12pm, Families with Kids 4 – 7
Session 2: 1pm - 2:30pm, Families with Kids 7 - 10
Session 3: 3:30pm - 5pm, Families with Kids 10 - 13
Hands-on workshops at 12:15 and 2:45
Joe Wos of the Toonseum: try your hand at cartooning!
Members of the Schmutz Company: learn the art of animation!
