Roll the Cameras: The Dr. BSH Foundation May Film Workshop

 

On Saturday, May 15th our organization was fortunate enough to have a panel of incredibly talented producers talk to our students and staff about their career in the Entertainment Industry. We were joined by Judy Cairo, who is most known for her production of Hysteria and Stuck in Love, just to name a few. As well as, Gretchen Enders a Producer and WGA Award-winning writer, and Derek Kolstad is the writer/creator of the JOHN WICK franchise. 

Our students were joined by our panelists through a Zoom workshop where they discussed their career, asked questions and learned some helpful tips that will last them well into their entertainment careers.

One student, Isabella Ferrucci says, “the best part about the workshop is hearing from the amazing speakers … It’s a source of inspiration for me.” The Zoom Workshops are welcome to all young teens. Whether you want to have a career in the entertainment industry or are just thinking about it, The Dr. BSH Foundation wants all kids to learn about different career paths. 

Another student who joined us for our workshop said, “The Barbara Senior Harkins Foundation has helped me immensely on my exploration and planning for future careers,” said Melody Borja Khalaf. Melody talked to us about how her plan all along was to have a career in animation, but it wasn’t until she went through this program and joined some workshops that she found a new passion for storyboarding and plans to pursue this as a career. 

Another successful workshop at The Dr. BSH Foundation for us means we are connecting our students with successful industry workers and expanding their mind to different career opportunities. Being accompanied by Judy Cairo, Gretchen Enders and Derek Kolstad was a tremendous honor for our organization and we look forward to hosting them again along with many others! 

Thank you to our wonderful students and staff that joined us for our film workshop. We enjoy seeing our students getting a better understanding of the industry as well as getting to interact with one another as best as we can during this time. 

 We must invest in our children “We know better. Make time. Do better.” -Dr. Barbara Harkins

Lockdown Script Writing Contest is Back for the 2021 Year!

 

Since the year 2000 the Dr. BSH Foundation realized that by working together we could accomplish and overcome many challenges. That is why our organization decided to launch the Dr. Barbra Seniors Harkins Foundation-Lockdown Script Contest. We believe that our strength lies not only in the words we stand by, but most importantly through the actions of our initiatives. Our organization works relentlessly to provide young teens a place to express their creativity. 

This year, we hope to inspire young teens to put their creativity to the test and join our contest. The top three finalists for the contest will receive a Nextbook 7″ Tablet with 8GB tablets. All you have to do is review the guidelines and register. The Dr. BSH Foundation does not want to limit this amazing opportunity to just our students so any teen from the ages 11-17 is strongly encouraged to apply! 

Once you are registered the next part is all up to you and your creativity. So, get busy writing and complete your screenplay by June 5, 2021. You can send your writing in and our judges will review your work! 

 Our judges will get busy reading your submissions and the top three finalists will be announced on June 21, 2021. 

 The Dr. BSH Foundation believes in helping students reach their full potential. We are so excited to read your submissions! If there are any questions regarding requirements or submissions feel free to contact programs@barbaraseniorsharkinsfoundation.org and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have. We must invest in our children. 

                    “We know better. Make time. Do better.” -Dr. Barbara Harkins