To quote Stilson Greene, “A hand creating art rarely creates violence”. Research shows a strong correlation between music education and a person’s success in life. Those involved in quality music programs tend to do better in school; score higher on standardized tests; be less inclined to engage in risky behavior; and be more inclined to […]
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Poverty affects a child both physically and mentally. They are weighed down by a world of no; whether it is basic necessities, recreation opportunities or extracurricular programs, they’re told they do not have the means for them to have it or participate in it. Some think that this kind of childhood wreaks greater havoc on
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Turnaround Arts is a national program founded in 2011 by the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, a White House advisory committee on cultural issues, under the leadership of former First Lady Michelle Obama. When the Obama administration ended, administration of the program was turned over to the John F. Kennedy Center for the
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People prefer to operate within their comfort zone; within a familiar environment. Living in an adverse environment may be unpleasant, but it is the comfort zone for those born into it. It is difficult for them to believe they can move up to a better environment and that there are resources to help. We take
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When school budgets must be trimmed, music and art programs are usually one of the first things to go. Although recognized a core-subject area, they don’t carry the same weight as math and English/ language arts. Programs cut from the school’s curriculum can come back as extra-curricular activities but at a cost to students; a
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A student’s decision to drop out of school has long-term consequences that can contribute to juvenile delinquency, welfare dependency or prison. According to NCES too many 16 through 24-year-olds are not enrolled in school, or do not have a high school diploma or a GED credential with a disproportionate number being Blacks and Hispanics. The economic value
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Behind each need is a problem to be solved. The desired response is an approach that meets the need – provides immediate relief to those adversely affected – and solves the problem – prevents others from falling into the same circumstance. This is a difficult, but not impossible challenge. Nonprofits bridge the gap been our
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Alternative Gifts are all the love without all the stuff; rewarding to both the giver and the recipient; serving your community by improving the life of someone less fortunate. We offer them online or in person at fairs. Most Decembers we’re at the Alternative Gift fair at National Education Association (NEA) in DC and Takoma
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FourChords Guitar Karaoke is the fastest way to learn new songs! The songs are displayed in karaoke-style display with easy chords, an acoustic backing track and lyrics. Songs are re-arranged into easy versions, no knowledge of tabs or sheet music needed. Each song includes chord charts. HELSINKI — Sept. 23, 2013 — Today, popular iOS app
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