Sprat
Sprat workshops focus on creating dynamic intergenerational interactions, communication and new experiences, providing mental, physical and social benefits to our Scholars and senior citizens in the community through creative expression. Using the main tenants of Connection, Sharing, and Creation, Las Vegas-based teaching artists work with local seniors and the Scholars to facilitate special workshops on topics including poetry, storytelling, theater, movement, painting, portraiture, sculpting, collage and more. Scholars and staff facilitate artistic workshops for senior citizens, some of whom suffer from brain and memory impairments. Seniors benefit from creative work designed to engage participants both mentally and physically, at their own respective ability levels. Scholars benefit by learning tools for respectful, helpful interaction with older adults; gaining empathy for other disadvantaged persons; understanding the aging process; and satisfying core components of their school and after-school education models.
Who Gets A Microphone
Last week, something special happened on a small stage in Las Vegas. People who don’t usually perform stepped into the spotlight. Some were polished. Some were nervous. All of them
Who Gets Access First?
Two students can sit in the same classroom and have completely different access to opportunity. Not because of talent.Not because of effort. But because of what—and who—they’ve been exposed to.
Equity at The Holidays: What It Means for Middle Grade Students
The holiday season is often described as a time of joy, rest, and celebration — but for many middle-grade students, this stretch of the year reveals some of the clearest