Create Rochdale

Job Opportunity in Rochdale Kingsway Park High School are looking for a permanent Teacher of Art. Application deadline - 15th October 2024. Full details below. https://lnkd.in/gSVSE5yi

Looking for something to do this weekend? Rochdale's first Teenage Market is taking place on Saturday from 11.00am outside Rochdale Town Hall. Pop down to support our local young creatives and entrepreneurs who will be selling their handmade goods for the first time. There will also be performances by local talented young performers. https://lnkd.in/etr5FnM4

Rochdale based Breaking Barriers have created a monologue for young people on the topic of violence against women and girls. The story focuses on Summer, who is the only girl in her school football team. There is so much at stake with the team about to head into a crucial cup match and the coach has made her Captain. But her phone just won’t stop pinging as she sits alone in her bedroom. Nasty texts and hurtful comments from those she thought were her friends. In this powerful monologue, Summer tells us a story as the clock ticks down to full time and her social media erupts. What has happened to lead her to this point? What decisions will summer make, and what actions should she take to play on the team of her dreams?   The monologue is followed by a facilitated discussion.   With thanks to Tameside Police, and all the schools and organisations who have guided the creation of this piece through workshops, focus groups and discussions on the topic of VAWG.   Blind Side is available to book for schools and groups, contact breakingbarrierstours@gmail.com if you would like further details. 

Congratulations to Falinge Park High School in Rochdale who have been shortlisted in the 'Outstanding Arts in Secondary School' category at the Educate Awards! 👏 Staff from the school have been active in our local cultural education partnership from the beginning, championing access to cultural education for children across our borough and sharing their learning to inspire others. It's fantastic to see their work acknowledged at a regional level. https://lnkd.in/emAfNtgC

'Thank you for hosting this CPD, it was great to meet enthusiastic people who genuinely want to raise the profile of our wonderful town.' KS2 Teacher at Shawclough Community Primary School Just one of the many positive responses to our latest CPD event that focused on learning about local heritage in Rochdale. Engagement leads from Touchstones, Rochdale Town Hall and The Co-operative Heritage Trust, came together to share their learning programmes and resources before consulting with teachers about how they might work collaboratively to develop a joined up offer. Ideas included taking schools groups on a heritage trail and visiting all three sites in a day. We also had a taster of the brilliant new immersive tour at Rochdale Town Hall, developed for children. It uses theatre and puppetry to tell a story set in Rochdale, inspired by the mythical creatures in the architecture and the peregine falcons who nest in the tower. #rochdalecreates #createrochdale #raisingrochdale Funded by the Cultural Development Fund (a Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) fund administered by Arts Council England) and supported by Rochdale Borough Council and Rochdale Development Agency.

Create Rochdale partners have been delivering a range of events and activities for children and families inspired by the natural environment. Now we're encouraging professionals to attend Rochdale's first Environmental Responsibility Symposium. Taking place at Rochdale Town Hall on 16th October, 09:30-17:00, this event is a unique opportunity to explore environmental responsibility within the arts and culture sector in Rochdale. What to expect on the day: - Expert Panel on Environmental Responsibility featuring representatives from Arts Council England, Greater Manchester Arts Sustainability Team (GMAST), and Rochdale Borough Council. - Group workshops to co-create environmentally responsible cultural organisations. - Rochdale-specific case studies of current work. - Tools and resources to help you on your sustainability journey. - Live environmental impact reporting. - A free, sustainable lunch provided by Manchester-based Open Kitchen, using food saved from waste. - Networking opportunities and much more! No prior knowledge of environmental responsibility is needed to attend. We encourage everyone to join, regardless of where you’re at in your sustainability journey. Book your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/ewV-Wdu5

This week, over 240 children from across Rochdale Borough are meeting Lily – a giant baby who wants to hear what young people have to say about the future of our local environment. Find out more about the Wild Wanders project and the children's experience here: https://lnkd.in/estQJ2C3 Wild Wanders is created by Rochdale Borough Council working with multi-award winning international outdoor arts specialists Walk the Plank alongside Create Rochdale, Culture Co-Op, Rochdale Development Agency, Your Trust Rochdale Trust and Hopwood Hall College and University Centre. It is funded by Arts Council England and the Garfield Weston Foundation #rochdalecreates #createrochdale

Yesterday we attended the launch of Rochdale Creates - Rochdale Borough's website for the creative & cultural sector, by the creative & cultural sector. What does this mean for our partnership? - Create Rochdale has a page on the website providing more information about us and how to get involved (find us on the Networks page) - We'll be using the news section to post stories about cultural education activity in our borough - The cultural events directory can be filtered by age range so it's easy to find events suitable for young children or young adults. - Creative practitioners who work with children can showcase their work and education providers can use the directory to find them. - We'll be using the website to promote cultural education training & professional development opportunities - Our page also includes a link to www.rochdalereach.co.uk for those who want to access a directory of enrichment activities specifically for children and young people in Rochdale. Anyone can use the website to explore funding opportunities, make new connections, find spaces for your next creative projects and read the latest industry news & views. Check out the website and create your own directory listing here: https://lnkd.in/esGza5-4

We are excited to announce our first free CPD event of this academic year! Exploring Local Heritage, Global History and Personal Identities Thursday 3 October, 1 - 4pm Rochdale Town Hall Primary and secondary teachers are encouraged to join us at Rochdale Town Hall to explore how Rochdale's heritage can provide a gateway into global topics and an opportunity for children to explore their own identity. Discover the range of education opportunities provided by our local heritage organisations including Touchstones Museum, Rochdale Town Hall and the Cooperative Heritage Trust. The event will include lunch, presentations, a tour of the Town Hall and a facilitated discussion. Book your free ticket now via the link below: https://lnkd.in/es5zYfd9

Calling all young and emerging makers, creators and performers in Rochdale! Rochdale Development Agency and Create Rochdale are excited to launch Rochdale’s first Teenage Market on Saturday 12th October 2024! The Teenage Market is a concept originating in Stockport that has travelled to other areas of Greater Manchester due to its success. The Teenage Markets will take place in Rochdale Town Centre (in October 2024 and March 2025) and Middleton (in November 2024) and are open to young people from across Rochdale Borough. Each market will include free stalls for selling work or food & drink and a stage for live performances. To apply simply visit the website and set up a profile here >> https://lnkd.in/e2xxa-ck DEADLINE: Sunday 29th September 2024 The organisers will provide all the support needed to be a market trader or performer at the event. With support sessions on the lead up to the first Market in October, where professionals will provide advice and guidance on things from visual merchandising, price structures, stock levels and branding identities. To find out more information about the markets please email Charlie Booth, Teenage Market Manager at admin@rochdalecreates.co.uk