Nassau BOCES
ARTS IN EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Finding Your Way Around the New Arts in Education Website

  1. FINDING AN ARTIST OR A PROGRAM:
    LOOKING ON THE ARTS IN EDUCATION WEBSITE
    (For Everyone)
    1. Use "Search"
    2. Use "Advanced Search"
    3. Use Artist Information
    4. Use Program Details
    5. Use The Calendar
  2. REQUESTING A PROGRAM OR TICKETS:
    COMPLETING THE "REQUEST FOR VISITING ARTISTS" FORM
    (For Everyone)
    1. Begin Request
    2. Request an Artist from the Website
    3. Request a NEW Artist Not Listed on the Website
    4. Enter Basic Request Information
    5. New York State Arts Learning Standards
    6. Select Grades
    7. Enter Dates
    8. Request a Residency
    9. Add an Additional Date
    10. Delete/Edit a Date
    11. Finish
  3. EVALUATING A PROGRAM:
    SUBMITTING ON-LINE EVALUATIONS
    (For Everyone)
    1. Complete the On-Line Evaluation Form Using E-mail Link
    2. Complete the On-Line Evaluation Form Without the Link
  4. REVIEWING & SUBMITTING PROGRAM REQUESTS
    (For Administrators Only)
    1. Use the E-mail Link to Review & Approve or Decline a Program
    2. Use the Homepage to Review & Approve or Decline a Program
  5. MANAGING CONTRACTED PROGRAMS
    (For Administrators Only)
    1. Access Contracts Using the E-mail Link
    2. Access Contracts Using the Homepage
  6. PROCESSING PROGRAM & ARTIST EVALUATIONS
    (For Administrators Only)
    1. Complete Evaluations Using Evaluation Password
    2. Complete Evaluations Using Printed Forms
    3. Complete Evaluations by Using E-Mail Link
    4. Approve & Submit Evaluations Using E-mail Reminder
    5. Approve & Submit Evaluations from District Profile via AIE Homepage
    6. Review Artists' Evaluations of Your School
  7. USING THE DISTRICT PROFILE
    (For Administrators Only)
    1. Edit Your District Profile
    2. Review Your District's Program Requests
    3. Review Your District's Contracted Programs
    4. Log Out
  8. LISTING YOUR PROGRAMS ONTO THE AIE WEBSITE IF YOU ARE A BRAND NEW ARTIST
    (for Artists Only)
    1. Log In
    2. Create Artist Profile
    3. Adding Performers
    4. Enter Program Information
    5. Pay Your Registration Fees
  9. LISTING YOUR PROGRAMS ONTO THE AIE WEBSITE IF YOU ARE A "RETURNING" ARTIST
    (for Artists Only)
    1. Log In
    2. Verify Profile Information
    3. Re-register Existing Programs for the Next School Year
    4. Enter New Programs
    5. Pay Your Registration Fees
  10. CHECKING YOUR PROGRAMS' STATUS
    (for Artists Only)
    1. Checking the Status of Your Acceptance as a BOCES Artist
    2. Checking the Status of Each Program’s Acceptance
    3. Using the Program Filter
  11. Using Keywords
    (for Artists Only)
    1. Deciding What Keywords are Best for Your Program
    2. Selecting Keywords
  12. CONTRACTING PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOLS
    (for Artists Only)
    1. Provide Information to School
    2. Print and Sign Contracts
    3. Change an Existing Contract
  13. INVOICING BOCES FOR SCHOOL PROGRAMS
    (for Artists Only)
    1. Use the E-mail Link to Evaluate the School and Submit an Electronic Invoice
    2. Evaluate the School and Submit an Electronic Invoice from Artist Profile
  14. CONTACT US
  1. FINDING AN ARTIST OR A PROGRAM:
    LOOKING ON THE ARTS IN EDUCATION WEBSITE
    (For Everyone)

    There are several tools on the website (http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined) that can help you to identify the most appropriate artists to work in your school. Click on "Help" on the homepage, then "Help for Schools" and click on the link "Choose an Artist."  This screen contains much useful information. Follow the steps below. If you have already identified the artist you want, skip to Section II.

    1. Use "Search"

      The first way to find artists and programs is to use the search function.

      Click on "Search" on the homepage. To return to the homepage at any time, click on the arrow symbol on the far left side of your browser's menu bar or click on the banner at top of the page with the text "Artists in Schools."

      Enter your search criteria (folk, ballet, mural, art, etc.) Use the drop-down menu if you wish to narrow your search to one art discipline.

      Click "go."

    2. Use "Advanced Search"

      To narrow the search even further use the advanced search feature by clicking on "Advance Search" below the search field. If you have already started a search the search field will be below the BOCES logo in the top left. You can search the artist database by category, cost, length of program, and grade appropriateness.

      Click on the title of any program that sounds interesting to see the artist's complete listing.

    3. Use Artist Information

      By clicking on the bold text from any search item you will be brought to the Artist Information page.

      The artist's contact information is listed on the left side of the screen. You can visit an artist's website by clicking on its web address in this section.

      In the Additional Resources section of the screen you can find a scheduled performance to preview by clicking on "Find This Program on the Calendar." You can also see evaluations available for all the programs presented by the artist by clicking "Read Evaluations of this Artist."

    4. Use Program Details

      By clicking on the text below the bold text in any search, you will be brought to a specific program offered by the artist. A specific program can also be viewed by selecting it from the Artist Information page under the heading Programs Offered by this Artist.

      From here you can view detailed information about a specific program. Below the Program Description on this page you will find(similar to the Artist Information page) "Additional Resources," "Find this Program on the Calendar" and "Read Evaluations for this Program." Clicking on these links will bring up resources specific to this program instead of the Artist/Organization.

      By clicking "Request this Program for your School" you will bring up the program request page. The program request page is covered in detail in Section II.

    5. Use The Calendar

      Click on "Calendar" on the homepage. When the box opens, click on "In School Programs." This Calendar lists by month all the programs which have already been contracted to take place in Nassau County schools during this school year. You can filter the results by school district of school year.

      By clicking on the Residencies tab you can see residencies that are occurring during the month you selected. Click on the Workshops/Performances tab to switch back to the original view.

      Selecting either the Artist Profile or their Program Name will bring you to the Artist Information and Program Details page respectively.

    NOTE: Programs not underlined are offered by a box office. They do not have a description and cannot be previewed.

    NOTE: Please remember that programs only appear on the Calendar after they have been approved by both the District administrator and BOCES.

    NOTE: Please remember that you can access both the "Calendar" tab and the "Search" box from numerous pages on the website.


  2. REQUESTING A PROGRAM OR TICKETS:
    COMPLETING THE "REQUEST FOR VISITING ARTISTS" FORM
    (For Everyone)

    Once you identify an artist for your school, the next step is to contact him/her in order to discuss available dates, kind of service you need, price, and other contract details. Be sure to tell the artist that BOCES will issue this contract and generate payment for the services. When you and the artist have agreed on the terms of the contract, you will need to complete an on-line Program Request. To do this, begin with #1 below.

    NOTE: Depending upon procedures which have been established by your District Arts Administrator you may need to obtain approval from the principal and/or teachers before requesting this program. Please be certain to check ALL your district's policies related to Arts in Education and follow your district's procedures.

    NOTE: Unlike compensating artists after performances, tickets must be paid for before the box office invoice due date. This requires at least 15 working days lead time from the time the district approves the request and sends original box office invoice to Nassau BOCES Arts In Education via snail mail or e-mail (pdf format).  We cannot accept a faxed invoice for payment. Click Continue if these conditions have been met. Otherwise, call 516-396-2345 to determine if the purchase is still feasible through the Nassau BOCES Arts In Education Program.

     

    1. Begin Request

      Click on On-Line Forms and then Request for Visiting Artist  on the website homepage. (http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined).

    2. Request an Artist from the Website

      After reviewing the first page (Attention Page) click continue and, on the next page, go to Tab 1, "Select Artist." Begin by carefully scanning the drop-down menu  to find your artist. All visiting artists who have registered for the current year  through BOCES are listed here alphabetically. When speaking with the artist regarding details of the contract, be sure to ask how he/she is listed in the Artist Database. This will help you to find the artist in the drop-down menu.

      NOTE: If the artist is not listed in the database, please contact Arts In Education immediately. Also, see Request a new Artist not listed on the website for more information

      All of an artist's registered programs will automatically appear in the next drop-down menu. Select the program you are requesting; then click "Apply and Continue."

      NOTE: Once you click "Apply and Continue" on the "Select Artist" tab, the information cannot be changed. Please be sure it is correct before you continue or you will have to restart the request process from step 1.
       


    3. Request a NEW Artist Not Listed on the Website

      Please have the artist  contact the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Program at 516-396-2345 or e-mail: artsined@nasboces.org

       

    4. Enter Basic Request Information

      On Tab 2, "Request Info," fill in your name, 10-digit telephone number, and e-mail address. Use the drop-down menu to enter your school district. Enter the contracted  amount the artist will be paid.  Do NOT include the BOCES administrative fee in this price!

      NOTE: Unlike compensating artists after performances, tickets must be paid for before the box office invoice due date. This requires at least 15 working days lead time from the time the district approves the request and sends original box office invoice to Nassau BOCES Arts In Education via snail mail or e-mail (pdf format).  We cannot accept a faxed invoice for payment. Click Continue if these conditions have been met. Otherwise, call 516-396-2345 to determine if the purchase is still feasible through the Nassau BOCES Arts In Education Program.


    5. New York State Arts Learning Standards

      Select the Artistic Process and Anchor Standards that apply to the program. If you need help understanding the standards please refer to the Arts Standards Poster or the NYS Art Standards website. Briefly describe how this performance / workshop / residency will help your students to meet the NYS Arts Learning Standards. Be SPECIFIC. Do not copy the Standards! Please elaborate how the Standards apply to your program. This rationale enables BOCES to approve aid for your program. For more information or help with this, contact your district administrator.

      When Tab 2 is finished, click "Apply and Continue."
       
      NOTE: Unless this section is completed in a clear and specific way - describing how the program meets one or more ARTS Learning Standards - BOCES is required to deny aid.


    6. Select Grades

      On Tab 3, "Select Grades," enter the total number of students and teachers, by grade level, who will be provided with the program described in this contract.

      Then click "Apply and Continue."

    7. Enter Dates

      On Tab 4 "Add Dates," add date(s) for the event(s). Enter the appropriate information on the screen, indicating the correct school, and click "Add this Date." The information will appear under "Current Dates."

    8. Request a Residency

      For a residency, you will be asked for a start and end date.

    9. Add an Additional Date

      To add another date, repeat step 7 and click "Add This Date." Both dates will now appear under "Current Dates."

    10. Delete / Edit a Date

      To delete a date you have already entered, click on the red "X" to the left of the date you wish to delete.

      To edit the information about a date, click on the blue arrows to the left of the date you wish to edit. Make your corrections and click "Save Changes."

      Once you are satisfied that everything is correct, click "Continue."

    11. Finish

      In Tab 5, "Finish," you will see your entire request. If you wish to make any changes or corrections, you may do so by clicking on the Tab you wish to change.

      NOTE: The information on the "Select Artist" tab cannot be change so please be sure it is correct before you continue or you will have to restart the request process.

      Make your corrections and click "Apply and Continue."

      When you are satisfied that all information is correct, click "Send Request" to transmit this request to your district administrator for approval.

      Once you have successfully transmitted the request to your administrator you will see your request number on the next screen. You should print a copy for your files by clicking on the "Print" button at the bottom of the page.

      IT IS IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER THAT NO REQUEST IS CONTRACTED UNTIL AFTER IT HAS BEEN APPROVED BY BOTH THE DISTRICT ARTS ADMINISTRATOR AND BOCES.

  3. EVALUATING A PROGRAM:
    SUBMITTING ON-LINE EVALUATIONS
    (For Everyone)

    After the program, it is necessary to submit an online evaluation of the program. This  must be completed by someone  who attended the program. Unless the evaluation is submitted and approved by the district administrator, BOCES will be unable to generate payment for the artist.  One evaluation is required per contract; additional evaluations may be submitted..

    There are two procedures in place to allow you to complete an Evaluation. They are outlined below.

    1. Complete the On-Line Evaluation Form Using E-mail Link

      You will receive an e-mail from BOCES. In the body of the e-mail is a link which connects directly to the on-line "Evaluation of Artist" form. Click on the link.

      You will find the contract number in the subject line of the e-mail. Copy it into the evaluation form. You will also need the evaluation password to complete the form. Your evaluation password is available from your Advisory administrator or BOCES Arts In Education.

      Complete and review the Evaluation form. You will notice that all program rating buttons have been preset to "3" indicating a "good" program. You should change these ratings based upon your experience of the program using the rating system provided. The available options are "1" through "5" where "1" = "poor" and "5" = "outstanding."

      When you have entered your ratings and comments, please review the Evaluation to make certain that it is complete, fair and accurate. Be certain to add comments in the spaces provided. Your feedback will be helpful to the artists and to others who are thinking about selecting this program.

      If you would NOT recommend this program to others - and you indicate this on the form - your Evaluation will be forwarded to the BOCES Arts in Education administrator for review after it has been approved by your district arts administrator.

      After the form is completed to your satisfaction, click "Submit" and the Evaluation form will be transmitted to your district arts administrator for review and approval.

    2. Complete the On-Line Evaluation Form Without the Link

      You may evaluate a program even without the e-mail link by going directly to the home page of the Arts in Education website (http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined).

      Click on "On-Line  Forms" on the homepage in the grey area to the left. Click on "Evaluation of Artist Form." 

      You must now enter the contract number for this program and the Evaluation Password for your district. (These will be provided by your district administrator.)

      Complete and review the Evaluation Form. You will notice that all program rating buttons have been preset to "3" indicating a "good" program. You should change these ratings based upon your experience of the program using the rating system provided. The available options are "1" through "5" where "1" = "poor" and "5" = "outstanding."

      When you have entered your ratings and comments, please review the Evaluation to make certain that it is complete, fair and accurate. Be certain to add comments in the spaces provided. Your feedback will be helpful to the artists and to others who are thinking about selecting this program.

      After the form is completed to your satisfaction, click "Submit" and the Evaluation form will be transmitted to your district arts administrator for review and approval.

      NOTE: Evaluations are essential tools in helping artists maintain quality programs and assisting school districts in choosing appropriate programs. Schools, artists and the general public will have access to these on-line evaluations.



  1. REVIEWING & SUBMITTING PROGRAM REQUESTS
    (For Administrators Only)

    No programs can be contracted in your district without your approval.

    NOTE: BOCES must receive your request, approved by the District Arts Administrator, at least 10 (TEN) working days prior to the start of the program so that a contract can be generated and signed by the artist.

    There are two procedures in place that will allow you to review and either approve or decline requests for programs:

    Once a parent, teacher or administrator in your district has completed an on-line form, you will receive an e-mail notifying you that someone in your district has requested an Arts In Education program.

     

    1. Use the E-mail Link to Review & Approve or Decline a Program

      In the body of the e-mail is a link which connects directly to the "Open Program Request" screen. Click on the link and review the information for accuracy and completeness.

      If you wish to make any changes to the Request, click "Edit" and make the necessary changes.

      Once your changes are complete, click "Approve." If you do not wish to approve this program, click "Decline." The Status box for the Request will show a green "check" with the date you approved the program or a red "X" with the date you declined it.

      The approved Request will be transmitted to BOCES for approval.

      Log out.

    2. Use the Homepage to Review & Approve or Decline Program Requests

      At any time, you may log on to your secure district AIE profile from the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education homepage to review and process Program Requests.

      Click on "Log-Ins," then "District." When the "District Log-In" page appears, enter your District User ID and district password.

      NOTE: We urge you NOT to share your district password with others.


      Click "Program Requests" on the menu bar that appears across the top of the page, then click on the appropriate request number.

      When the "Open Program Request" screen appears, review the information for accuracy and completeness.

      If you wish to make any changes to the Request, click "Edit" and make the necessary changes.

      Once your changes are complete, click "Approve." If you do not wish to approve this program, click "Decline." The Status box for the Request will show a green "check" with the date you approved the program or a red "X" with the date you declined it.

      The approved Request will be transmitted to BOCES for approval.

      Log out.

      NOTE: You are able to change a program from "approved" to "declined" or vice versa any time prior to the approval of the request by BOCES. However, once a contract has been issued by BOCES, any changes must be provided in writing (via e-mail). It is your responsibility to confirm that BOCES has received notice of these changes.

  2. MANAGING CONTRACTED PROGRAMS
    (For Administrators Only)

    Once BOCES has generated a contract for the artist, you will receive another e-mail notifying you of this fact. Once again you may access the contract information in two ways.

    1. Access Contracts Using the E-mail Link

      In the body of the e-mail is a link which connects directly to the "Program Request / Contract" screen. Click on the link provided in the e-mail and review the information that appears.

      Print a copy for your files.

      If you wish to provide others with a hard copy of an evaluation form for this program, click on "Print Blank Eval." Please remember though, that all evaluations must be submitted and approved on-line only.

      Log out.

    2. Access Contracts Using the Homepage

      At any time, you may log on to your secure district AIE profile from the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education homepage (http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined).

      Click on "Log-Ins," then "District." When the "District Log-In" page appears enter your District User ID and district password.

      NOTE: We urge you NOT to share your district password with others.

      Click "Contracted Programs," then click on the appropriate contract number and review the information that appears.

      Print a copy for your files.

      If you wish to provide others with a hard copy of an evaluation form for this program, click on "Print Blank Eval." Please remember, though, that all evaluations must be submitted and approved on-line only.

      Log out.

  3. PROCESSING PROGRAM & ARTIST EVALUATIONS
    (For Administrators Only)

    Once the artist's services have been provided to the school, it is necessary that BOCES receive an on-line evaluation from an  individual who attended the program so that the artist can receive payment. This information is of great help to others who are choosing programs for their schools, and to the artists who wish to maintain the quality of their programs. You will receive e-mail reminders until you have approved at least one evaluation. Artists will also be providing BOCES with evaluations of their experiences in your schools. There are several ways to ensure that the evaluation process is completed in your district.

     

    1. Complete Evaluations Using Evaluation Password

      Anyone who saw the program can complete an On-Line Evaluation Form if he/she is provided with the correct contract number and your district Evaluation Password.

      NOTE: Unlike the District password used to log-in which should NOT be shared, the Evaluation password should be given to anyone who evaluates programs.

    2. Complete Evaluations Using Printed Forms

      You may provide printed blank evaluation forms for each contract and distribute copies to school personnel and/or parents for completion. However, information contained on hard copies must be entered on-line and submitted after you have approved them. BOCES cannot accept hard copies of evaluations.

    3. Complete Evaluations by Using E-mail Links

      The e-mail reminder from BOCES contains a link which connects directly to an evaluation form for a specific contract. Your recipient can click on this link and complete the on-line evaluation. Above the evaluation on the website, the administrator must verify that the artist's serviceshave been provided to the school and ensure that the evaluation process is complete in his/her district.  The artist will not be paid until these functions are performed by the administrator.

    4. Approve & Submit Evaluations Using E-mail Reminder

      YOU MUST APPROVE ALL EVALUATIONS BEFORE THEY ARE TRANSMITTED TO BOCES.

      No evaluations are received at BOCES until they have been reviewed and approved by you, the administrator. You can do this in either of two ways:

      Click on the link in the e-mail reminder. On the following page please verify artists' services have been provided to the school. If you  indicate services had been provided, this will take you directly to the evaluation that has been submitted to you and is waiting for your approval. Review the ratings and comments to make certain that they are complete, fair and accurate, since this information will now be accessible to the general public on the website.

      If you wish to edit the evaluation, click "Modify," make your changes, then click "Approve."

      NOTE: If you have not verified that the service has been performed before this point, you will need to enter your name before you can approve the evaluation. By entering your name and approving the evaluation you are also agreeing that the service has been performed at your school. If you have already filled out the field stating the service has been performed, your name will be pre-populated in the field at the bottom of the evaluation.

      If you do not wish to approve this evaluation, click "Decline" or "Delete." Keep in mind that you must approve at least one evaluations before the artist can be paid.

      Log out.

    5. Approve & Submit Evaluations from District Profile via Arts In Education Homepage

      At any time, you may log on to your secure district AIE profile from the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education homepage: http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined

      Click on "Log-Ins," then "District." When the "District Log-In" page appears, enter your District User ID and district password.

      NOTE: We STRONGLY recommend that you do NOT share your district password with others.

      Click "Contracted Programs," then click on the appropriate contract number.

      At the bottom of the page, click "Evaluations." On the following page please verify artists' services have been provided to the school.   If you  indicate services had been provided, this will take you directly to the evaluation  that has been submitted to you and is waiting for your approval.  Review the ratings and comments to make certain that they are complete, fair and accurate, since this information will now be accessible to the general public on the website.

      If you wish to edit the evaluation, click "Modify," make your changes, then click "Approve."

      NOTE: If you have not verified that the service has been performed before this point, you will need to enter your name before you can approve the evaluation. By entering your name and approving the evaluation you are also agreeing that the service has been performed at your school. If you have already filled out the field stating the service has been performed, your name will be pre-populated in the field at the bottom of the evaluation.

      If you do not wish to approve this evaluation, click "Decline" or "Delete." Keep in mind that you must approve one evaluation before the artist can be paid.

      Log out.

    6. Review Artists' Evaluations of Your School

      Artists will be submitting feedback about their experience in your school as well, however this information is NOT available on the public website. To access the artist's response, you must log on to your secure district AIE profile from the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education homepage.

      Click on "Log-Ins," then "District." When the "District Log-In" page appears enter your District User ID and district password.

      We STRONGLY recommend that you do not share your district password with others.

      Click "Contracted Programs," then click on the appropriate contract number.

      At the bottom of the page, click "Evaluations." The artist's evaluation of their experience in your school will appear. Again, this information is available only to you, the district administrator.

      NOTE: Evaluations of Visiting Artists' programs will be available on-line for everyone to review.

      *****NOTE****: It is extremely important that you check your e-mail EACH DAY and process Requests and Evaluations immediately. If you will be away from your office, PLEASE ask your assistant to assume these responsibilities on a daily basis.

  4. USING THE DISTRICT PROFILE
    (For Administrators Only)

    The Nassau BOCES Arts in Education website (http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined) provides management tools for district arts administrators that support the new on-line processing of artist requests and program evaluations. All of your arts in education program information is available in one place and it is password protected. On the homepage, click on "Log-Ins," then "District." When the "District" Log In page appears, enter your District User ID and district password. Across the top of the "District Profile" screen there are five menu buttons.

    1. Edit Your District Profile

      Selecting this menu option brings up the district profile. URL is your district's public website address, if you have one. The other information here (user ID, account password, evaluations password) has been assigned by the AIE Webmaster.

      You may not change your User ID.

      To change the account password or evaluations password, click "Edit Profile," make the necessary changes and click "Save." It is strongly recommended that you change both your passwords to NEW ones which are unique and that you carefully protect these new passwords. Your confidential district information is dependent upon the security you provide for your passwords.

      The other information in this profile screen is your district contact information. This is YOUR contact information as the District Arts Administrator, authorized by your district to submit program requests. The District Arts Administrator also serves on the BOCES Arts in Education Advisory Council.

      Please ensure that all information is always current and correct, especially your e-mail address as this serves as the conduit for all information going to and coming from BOCES.

      To add a District Arts Administrator or to edit existing information you will need to e-mail Arts In Education (). In your e-mail please provide all relevant information including:
      First and Last Name, Title, their office's street address city state and zip code, their e-mail address and if desired a second e-mail of an assistant to be copied on e-mail correspondences from BOCES.

    2. Review Your District's Program Requests

      By clicking "Program Requests," you will find a listing (by school year) of all Arts In Education programs that have been requested for your district and their current status. These programs must be reviewed and approved or declined. The staff at BOCES will issue contracts for these programs only after you have approved them.

    3. Review Your District's Contracted Programs

      By clicking "Contracted Programs," you will find a list (by school year) of all Arts In Education programs, past and future, which BOCES has approved or declined, and for which contracts have been generated. The top of the page features an "at a glance" version of your CoSer balances while the bottom of the page displays detailed information regarding your CoSer usage.

    4. Log Out

      Please make certain that you log out after completing your visit to the restricted access areas of the website. Doing so will prevent unauthorized use of your district information.

  1. LISTING YOUR PROGRAMS ON THE AIE WEBSITE - NEW ARTIST
    (for Artists Only)

    1. Log In

      Go to the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Website Homepage (http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined) and click on "Online Forms."  Then select "New Artist Registration" from the list. Please note instructions at the top of the subsequent page for fingerprints, liability insurance and NYS Retirement System before proceeding below.

    2. Create Artist Profile

      Fill in all appropriate information on the "Artist Register" form including:
      1. Artist/Organization: This is the name by which you are known as an artist. This name will be used on the Website listing.

      2. Name on Check: This is the person or organization to whom checks should be made payable once your program is finished. If this is a person, you MUST enter a SOCIAL SECURITY number in the appropriate field; if this is an organization, you MUST enter a FEDERAL ID number in the appropriate field. Enter one or the other, not both.

      3. Contact, Phone, Website, Address, City, State, Zip: Enter the appropriate information as requested.

      4. E-Mail: We MUST have a current e-mail address which you check regularly, as this is our means of contract transmittal and communication with you.

      5. Password: Create a unique 8-12 digit password and re-enter it. Click "Register."


    3. Adding Performers

      After submitting your account application you will be brought to your Profile page. Click on the "Performers" button at the top of the screen. The subsequent page will be your "Performers List."  Please check the statement that best describes you or your organization and add the performers who will be working in the Nassau County schools. If you have less than five employees, click on the NYS Retirement System Instructions and Form. Please follow the instructions and fax this form to Nassau BOCES.


    4. Enter Program Information

      Click on the "Program Manager" button at the top of the screen and on the subsequent page click on the "New Program" button and enter all the appropriate information for your first program. (You will be given the opportunity to enter additional programs, one at a time.)
      1. The fee for listing your program(s) on the Arts in Education Website is as follows:

        Number of Programs Rates for the 2021-22 School Year
        1-2 programs $55
        3-5 programs $90
        6-8 programs $135
        9-19 programs $215
        20-34 programs $315
        35 or more programs $400

        The Arts Standards have updated for the 2018-19 school year. For more information refer to the Arts Standards Poster or the NYS Art Standards website

      2. Please be as SPECIFIC as possible when entering program information. Doing so will help schools as they search the Website for artists to perform in their schools.

      3. When you are satisfied with your entry, click "Save."

      4. If you are adding additional programs or to pay for your programs click on the "Program Managers" Tab.

    5. Pay Your Registration Fees

      After you have completed adding your performers go to the "Program Manager" tab at the top of the page  click the "View Pay/Invoice" button.  The next screen will show you all your programs, categories which you have selected, costs, etc. This is also your last opportunity to make any changes, additions, or deletions before finalizing your registration.

       

      1. Here you will have a choice of either paying online with a credit card (Visa, American Express, Master Card, Diner's Club, Discover, JCB) or paying by check.

      2. If you opt to pay online, verify your billing information and hit "Submit Order."  Once submitted, you will receive an e-mail confirming payment.

      3. If you choose to pay by check, click "View Invoice."  Print one copy of this "Artists In Schools Invoice" and submit it with your check, made payable to "Nassau BOCES / Arts in Education Programs." Mail check and Invoice to:

            Eileen Masso
            Arts in Education Programs
            Robert E. Lupinskie Center
            One Merrick Avenue,
            Westbury, NY 11590

      When you are finished, log out. You will receive an e-mail at the address provided above which will confirm the creation of your account.

    NOTE: In order to be accepted as a Nassau BOCES artist/organization, all artists performing in the schools must have:

    Artists will receive e-mail notification when all of the above have been successfully completed.

    Fingerprinting 

    All artists presenting workshops and/or residencies are required to be fingerprinted. Fingerprinting for the New York State Education Department (NYSED) is now handled by MorphoTrust and its subsidary, IdentoGo.
    You can find NYSED's fingerprinting procedures on the NYSED fingerprint processing webpage.
    A list ot IdentoGo LiveScan sites can be found on the IdentoGo Website.
    All applicants must complete the OSPRA form(s) below and email them to artsined@nasboces.org.

    All Applicants: OSPRA 102 form
    To transfer prints from NYCDOE: OSPRA 104 form

    Please contact the Arts in Ed office by phone: 516-396-2345 or by email: artsined@nasboces.org for further information

    NOTE: It is important to note that unpaid programs will not be listed on the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Website and paid programs will not be listed until they have been reviewed by BOCES.
    NOTE: You may add additional programs once you have initially registered. Only when you have paid for these additional programs will they be listed on the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Website. If paying by check, be sure to print one copy of the “Artists Schools Invoice” and mail it with your check to the address shown above. Please call or e-mail Nassau BOCES Arts in Education if you add additional programs after you have made a payment.

    NOTE: Forgot your password? Enter your e-mail address on the artist log-in page and click on "Forgot Password." Your password will be e-mailed to you

  1. LISTING YOUR PROGRAMS ONTO THE AIE WEBSITE - "RETURNING" ARTIST (for Artists Only)

    Before you log in, please e-mail your liability certificate to artsined@nasboces.org or fax your liability certificate to Nassau BOCES at 516-997-0319.


    1. Log In

      Go to the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Website Homepage (http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined) and click on " Log-Ins" followed by "Artist" in the subsequent drop down. When the "Artist log-in" page appears, enter your e-mail address and password, then click on the log-in button. Please note instructions on the subsequent page for Liability Insurance and NYS Retirement System and follow accordingly.

      NOTE: Forgot your password? Enter your e-mail address on the artist log-in page and click on "Forgot Password." Your password will be e-mailed to you

    2. Verify Profile Information

      Click on "Profile" and verify that all your vital information is correct and updated. If you need to make any changes, kindly fax the changes to 516-997-0319 or e-mail changes to artsined@nasboces.org.

      1. Artist/Organization: This is the name by which you are known as an artist. This name will be used on the Website listing.

      2. Name on Check: This is the person or organization to whom checks should be made payable once your program is finished. If this is a person, you MUST enter a SOCIAL SECURITY number in the appropriate field; if this is an organization, you MUST enter a FEDERAL ID number in the appropriate field. Enter one or the other, not both.

      3. Contact, Phone, Website, Address, City, State, Zip: Verify the appropriate information as requested.

      4. E-Mail: We MUST have a current e-mail address which you check regularly, as this is our means of contract transmittal and communication with you.
         
      5. Click on the "Performers" button at the top of the screen. The subsequent page will be your "Performers List."  Please check the statement that best describes you or your organization and add the performers who will be working in the Nassau County schools. If you have less than five employees, click on the NYS Retirement System Instructions and Form. Please follow the instructions and fax this form to Nassau BOCES.

    3. Re-register Existing Programs for the Next School Year

      Click on "Program Manager" to re-register and/or update your program(s) for the upcoming school year.

      To re-submit an existing program, click on the tab for the previous school year and then click on the program title. On this page click on "Copy," and review all the information on the subsequent page. Make any necessary changes and at the bottom of the screen be sure to save this program by clicking "SAVE."

      The Arts Standards have updated for the 2018-19 school year. You will need to select new standards for your copied programs. For more information refer to the Arts Standards Poster or the NYS Art Standards website


    4. Enter New Programs

      To enter a new program click on the "Program Manager" Tab at the top of the page and  first make sure that you are in the correct school year's tab.

      1. Click on "New Program" and enter all the appropriate information. When you are satisfied with your entry, click "Save."

        NOTE: Please be as SPECIFIC as possible when entering program information. Doing so will help schools as they search the Website for artists to perform in their schools.

      2. The fee for listing your program(s) on the Arts in Education Website is as follows:

        Number of Programs Rates for the 2021-22 School Year
        1-2 programs $55
        3-5 programs $90
        6-8 programs $135
        9-19 programs $215
        20-34 programs $315
        35 or more programs $400

        The Arts Standards have updated for the 2018-19 school year. For more information refer to the Arts Standards Poster or the NYS Art Standards website

      3. You now have the option to add another program. (Please make certain that you are still in the correct school year's tab.) Click "New Program" and repeat Step 4a above.

    5. Pay Your Registration Fees

      When you have finished submitting programs, click the "View/Pay Invoice" button. The next screen will show you all your programs, categories which you have selected, costs, etc. This is also your last opportunity to make any changes, additions, or deletions before finalizing your registration.

      1. Here you will have a choice of either paying online with a credit card (Visa, American Express, Master Card, Diner's Club, Discover, JCB) or paying by check.

      2. If you opt to pay online, verify your billing information and hit "Submit Order." Once submitted, you will receive an e-mail confirming payment.

      3. If you choose to pay by check, click on "View Invoice." Print one copy of this "Artists in Schools Invoice" and submit it with your check, made Payable to "Nassau BOCES / Arts in Education Programs." Mail check and Invoice to:

        Eileen Masso
        Arts in Education Programs
        Robert E. Lupinskie Center
        One Merrick Avenue,
        Westbury, NY 11590

      4. When you have finished, click "Save Selections" and log out.

        NOTE: Please remember that unpaid programs will not be listed on the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Website and paid programs will not be listed until they have been reviewed by BOCES

        NOTE: You may add additional programs once you have initially re-registered. Only when you have paid for these additional programs will they be listed on the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Website. If paying by check, be sure to print one copy of the “Artists In Schools Invoice” and mail it with your check to the address shown above in 5c. Please call or e-mail BOCES Arts in Ed (artsined@nasboces.org) if you have added additional programs after you have made payment.

    NOTE: In order to be accepted as a Nassau BOCES artist/organization, all artists performing in the schools must have:

     

    Artists will receive e-mail notification when all of the above have been successfully completed.

    Fingerprinting  

    All artists presenting workshops and/or residencies are required to be fingerprinted. Fingerprinting for the New York State Education Department (NYSED) is now handled by MorphoTrust and its subsidary, IdentoGo.
    You can find NYSED's fingerprinting procedures on the NYSED fingerprint processing webpage.
    A list ot IdentoGo LiveScan sites can be found on the IdentoGo Website.
    All applicants must complete the OSPRA form(s) below and email them to artsined@nasboces.org.

    All Applicants: OSPRA 102 form
    To transfer prints from NYCDOE: OSPRA 104 form

    Please contact the Arts in Ed office by phone: 516-396-2345 or by email: artsined@nasboces.org for further information.

  2. NOTE: It is important to note that unpaid programs will not be listed on the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Website and paid programs will not be listed until they have been reviewed by BOCES.
    NOTE: You may add additional programs once you have initially registered. Only when you have paid for these additional programs will they be listed on the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Website. If paying by check, be sure to print one copy of the “Artists Schools Invoice” and mail it with your check to the address shown above. Please call or e-mail Nassau BOCES Arts in Education if you add additional programs after you have made a payment.

    NOTE: Forgot your password? Enter your e-mail address on the artist log-in page and click on "Forgot Password." Your password will be e-mailed to you

  1. CHECKING YOUR PROGRAMS' STATUS
    (Artists Only)

    You can now check the website for the status of your individual programs’ approvals. Status Bars on the website indicate the progress of your account overall and of each individual program. Clicking on these status bars will give you detailed information on everything that you need to accomplish in order to have these programs accepted on the AIE website.

    1. Checking the Status of Your Acceptance as a BOCES Artist

      After logging into the Arts in Ed website via the “Artist Log In,” you can click on the “Profile” button at the top of the page. If you scroll to the bottom you will notice two progress bars.
      The status bars are designed to assist you in determining the progress of your online application.

      NOTE: You will not be “live” on the AIE website unless you have met all registration requirements and at least one of your programs has been approved.

      The top progress bar indicates your progress toward your first accepted program. Click on it to see details of your application status and tasks you need to complete in order to be accepted.
      • When the top bar is entirely filled, at least one of your programs is accepted.

      The bottom status bar indicates the progress of any other programs you have submitted for acceptance. When you click on this status bar, you will be brought to Program Manager where you can review the status of each of your submitted programs.
      • When the bottom bar is filled, all of your programs have been accepted.

      It is possible for this status bar to change from filled to incomplete. Examples:

      1. You submit additional program for review
      2. We are informed of a change in fingerprint status from NYS

    2. Checking the Status of Each Program’s Acceptance

      After logging in and clicking on the “Program Manager” tab, you will now notice a status bar next to each individual program. By clicking on a status bar, you will see details of an individual program’s progress toward acceptance.

      When the status bar is clicked, the area below the program will expand listing all remaining tasks that must be completed. These tasks will either detail a step you need to take or provide a link to a form to complete that specific task.

    3. Using the Program Filter

      In Program Manager, look for the white search box. This feature can be used to filter programs. How to use the Program Filter:

      1. You may copy an item from the Program Group Legend (located above the white search box) and paste it in the search box – or type in the group name - to see what is needed in order for that group of programs to be accepted.
      2. Shortcut: Enter the corresponding number in the legend followed by a period.
        Example: 2.
      3. You can also type the name of a specific program into the search field. This will filter out other programs allowing you to find it and check its status quickly.

  1. Using Keywords
    (Artists Only)

    Keywords, designed to improve the searchability of your program, are generic terms that identify your program but may not be in the program’s title or description. You may select up to 4 keywords that identify your program.

    1. Deciding What Keywords are Best for Your Program

      Keywords are grouped within categories. The keywords you select do not need to be in your program title or description.
      The keyword(s) you select should serve to convey some of the following ideas.

      1. A topic or message your program will convey such as anti-bullying or Hispanic history.
      2. A descriptor identifying a performer’s title or description of a presentation type such as school play choreographer or media art artist.

      Choosing a keyword from a different category is perfectly acceptable. The important thing is to make sure that the keyword applies to your program. Example: You may add the keyword “anti-bullying” to a “visual art” program (assuming the program deals with this subject).

    2. Selecting Keywords

      You can select a keyword by clicking the arrow next to the oval drop down field. Click the keyword in the drop down, then click the add button to add that keyword to the list you want to use.

      Note: You must click on “Add” to add a keyword to your keyword list
      Note: Keywords are not viewed as part of your profile. Keywords are only used for searching pruposes.

  1. CONTRACTING PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOLS
    (Artists Only)

    Once you are hired by a school to provide a program, your contact person at the school district will initiate the contract procedure by submitting a program request to BOCES.

    NOTE: Never begin working in a school without first signing a Nassau BOCES Arts in Education contract. If you have not received your contract (via e-mail from artsined@nasboces.org) in a timely manner contact the Arts in Education office and the program requestor.

    1. Provide Information to School

      If you and your program are registered on the AIE Website, the contact will be able to select these items from the pop-up menu they see. If not, you must provide them with the following information they will need in order to complete their program requests.
      1. Artist/Organization: This is the name by which you are known as an artist and will become your listing on the website.

      2. Name on Check: This is the person or organization to whom checks should be made payable. If this is a person, you MUST enter a SOCIAL SECURITY number in the appropriate field; if this is an organization, you MUST enter a FEDERAL ID number in the appropriate field.

      3. Contact, Phone, Website, Address, City, State, Zip: Provide the appropriate information as requested.

      4. E-Mail: We MUST have a current e-mail address at all times, as this is our means of contract transmittal to you.

    2. Print and Sign Contracts

      Once the program booking has been approved, you will receive an e-mail (at the address you provided to the school district) requesting that you print, sign and return your contract to BOCES for the service you are providing. There are two ways to accomplish this.
      1. Click on the link provided in the e-mail (if your browser supports this feature) or:

      2. Visit the AIE Website at: http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined select "Log-In," then "Artist." When the "Artist" log-in page comes up log in using your e-mail address and password. Click "Program Manager" then "View Contracts," and click on the appropriate contract number. All the details of the booking will appear on the screen. At the bottom of the page, click "Print Contract." You will also need to print and complete a Time Log for each contract. You can print the Time Log by clicking the button at the bottom of the same page labeled " Print Time Log."Print the contract and Time Log, sign it and mail it to:

        Arts in Education Program
        Robert E. Lupinskie Center
        One Merrick Avenue,
        Westbury, NY 11590

      3. Please make sure that you print and keep a copy of the contract for your files. It is imperative that you check your e-mail frequently if you are expecting contracts.
    3. Change an Existing Contract

      If there are any changes in the contract before the performance date, please negotiate changes with your school district contact who will inform BOCES. Just as with the program request, only school district personnel may initiate requests to BOCES for changes. If you receive an e-mail that a  contract has been REVISED please be sure to print a copy of the contract, sign, date and  mail  it to Nassau  BOCES at the above address.

  1. INVOICING BOCES FOR SCHOOL PROGRAMS
    (Artists Only)

    Once you have completed your program, you will need to submit an electronic invoice to BOCES for your services.
    1. Use the E-mail Link to Evaluate the School and Submit an Electronic Invoice

      Upon program completion, you will automatically receive another e-mail from BOCES asking you to log in and submit an electronic invoice and evaluation for the program. There are two ways to accomplish this.
      1. Click on the link provided in the e-mail (if your browser supports this feature) or:

      2. Log on to the AIE Website at: http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined using your e-mail address and password. This will bring up your profile page. Click on "Program Manager," then "View Contracts" and then click on the appropriate contract number. All the details of the contract will appear on the screen. At the bottom of the page, click the "Invoice" button.

    2. Evaluate the School and Submit an Electronic Invoice from Artist Profile

      Complete the evaluation, check the box at the bottom of the electronic invoice that indicates you have provided the services listed on the contract and click on "Send Electronic Invoice Now."

      NOTE: Please make sure that you print and keep a copy of the invoice for your files. It is important that you follow this process after the contract has been completed in order for BOCES to process payment. BOCES MUST HAVE AN ELECTRONIC INVOICE AND ALL EVALUATIONS (ARTISTS/DISTRICTS) BEFORE YOU CAN RECEIVE PAYMENT FOR SERVICES RENDERED.

      NOTE: Do not send any invoices to the school/district in which you presented the program. All invoices must be submitted electronically through the Nassau BOCES Arts in Education Website. Remember that the contract is between the artist and Nassau BOCES, not the artist and the school/district.

  1. CONTACT US FOR SUPPORT

    Arts in Education Program
    Robert E. Lupinskie Center
    One Merrick Avenue,
    Westbury, NY 11590
    Telephone: 516-396-2345
    Fax: 516-997-0319
    E-mail:
    Website: http://www.nassauboces.org/artsined