DocLands Education offers free live and virtual field trips for students across the Bay Area and nationwide to participate in the 10th annual DocLands Documentary Film Festival.
Join us for DocLands Education, taking place April 30 & May 1, for an inspiring program of new films and special guest speakers.
THIS YEAR’S PROGRAM INCLUDES:
• In-theater and online documentary screenings for grades 6–12
• Live Q&As with filmmakers and film subjects
• Curriculum resources for educators and students, including lesson plans, discussion guides, and activity toolkits
• In-person and virtual Filmmakers Go to School classroom visits
IN-THEATER SCREENINGS
APRIL 30 – MAY 1
All in-person screenings will take place at the Smith Rafael Film Center in downtown San Rafael. We encourage schools within walking distance of the theater, or with access to private or public transportation to attend in person.
A Limited number of buses are available on a first come, first served basis. Please specify your transportation needs when you register for your screenings.
ONLINE SCREENINGS
APRIL 27 – MAY 1
All online screenings will be available for streaming to schools anywhere in the U.S. on the CAFILM Education Online platform from 12:01am on April 27 through 11:59pm on May 1.
FILMMAKERS GO TO SCHOOL
Can’t make it to our theater? We’ll come to you!
Filmmakers Go to School brings DocLands filmmakers directly into classrooms for engaging, in-person conversations with students. These visits offer a unique opportunity for students to explore the films’ themes while gaining insight into the creative process behind documentary storytelling.
Visits can take place in classrooms, auditoriums, or other school spaces and are tailored to support meaningful dialogue and student engagement.
INTERESTED IN HOSTING A FILMMAKER AT YOUR SCHOOL?
Complete our Educator Request Form HERE
VISITING FILMMAKER INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING?
Submit your Filmmaker Interest Form HERE