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Empowering Students Through the arts

5/26/2015

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Above you will find an two examples of writing from an IAA first grader and third grader.  Every year we use the arts to express issues around social justice,  civil liberties and basic human rights.  We've seen classes compose Social Justice Songs, conduct Civil rights Dances or create visual arts representation around basic human needs.  

Students can express the change they want to see.  They can facilitate what our community values and goals are. Through the arts this comes out seamlessly.  We are creating myriad ways for students to consider their communities and its' needs, using the arts as a catalyst.  More importantly, we are fostering leadership and confidence that gets students up in front of their community sharing their views and asking for change.  

Pretty amazing stuff happening through the arts.  

Artfully, 
Mr. Bobby
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The Art of Acknowledgement

5/26/2015

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At Monday Morning on the 18th of May, 2015, we acknowledged and celebrated the work of one or our awesome partners, the Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival and their artistic Director Soovin Kim.  Soovin, Dr. Kim, was recognized for his notable contributions to society by the University of Vermont over the weekend.  His distinguished work in the field of music, and his philanthropic spirit, were acknowledged by UVM in the form of an Honorary Doctorate.    Dr. Kim has  used his abilities to serve a greater good for this community.  He has been “instrumental” for developing and guiding our ONE Strings program for IAA 3 - 5th graders.  


Monday morning seemed like a perfect time to recognize one of our amazing community partners.  We typically use Monday to celebrate student success through our student of the week readings.  Each week a different student, in every classroom, is celebrated for their contributions to our community.  Recognition of student success is vital in developing an environment that is steeped in respect and celebration of each other.  By making a point of acknowledging students each Monday morning, with very descriptive teacher narratives, we demonstrate the value of the action in our everyday lives at school, and hopefully beyond.  Taking time to celebrate those that positively influence us is a powerful exercise.  Also, finding these great attributes in each student demonstrate everyone one has the ability to impact their community in positive ways.  


Artfully,
Mr. Bobby                                     
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    I was principal at IAA for 9 years and employed there for 18.  I loved every minute of the journey. We were all about community, the arts and positive vibes.  Now I am in my first year as the District's Alternative Learning Program's Principal. Learning new things and applying my experiences to a new setting. 

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