Diverse A.R.T.

Rock the School Bells is a one-day conference aimed to empower and educate youth and students about the importance of higher education and career exploration through a culture that resonates with them. It will serve as an effective bridge to Colleges as students embark on their educational journey.

 

 

Key Goals

Rock The School Bells aims to enhance students’ ability to:

    •    Think critically about current social issues in their communities as well as in the world

    •    Engage in physical and mental activities that promote healthy lifestyles

    •    Read and write about topics related to their life’s experiences

    •    Display effective oral and written communication through readings, spoken word, and poetry

    •    Understand the historical and cultural aspects of Hip-Hop and its effect on society, education, health, and personal development

    •    Interact and network with a variety of local non-profit organizations, after school programs, and companies

    •    Provide opportunities to learn about various educational and career technical pathways

 

Rock the School Bells aims to equip educators to :

• Learn about current Hip Hop pedagogies and best practices

• Engage their students through incorporating Hip Hop into their classroom and curriculum

• Co-create curriculums with students that are both relative and meet GLO standards​

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