After School Art Programs Can Cultivate Creativity

After School Art Programs Can Cultivate Creativity

Quality after school programs can extend school day learning and can offer children the opportunity to stretch their often underused creative muscles. Abrakadoodle’s cofounders Mary Rogers, M.A.Ed. and Rosemarie Hartnett, CFE, as well as Abrakadoodle education directors from across the nation present workshops at regional and national after school conferences.  Abrakadoodle offers a wide range of creative after school…

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Celebrating Creativity in Afterschool Programs

Abrakadoodle joins millions each year in celebrating Lights On Afterschool, a campaign of the Afterschool Alliance, which recognizes the importance of providing safe, strong afterschool options for children nationwide. In an interview on Education Nation, former Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice said “Not just safe but learning” when speaking about children’s experiences in afterschool programs….

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Art and History Prove to be a Powerful Combination

Art education has a special place at the Barrier Islands Center, an historic site on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. Abrakadoodle offers special workshops, after school classes, art enrichment programs and summer camps for children. In some cases, Abrakadoodle customizes its visual arts lessons that teach children to use their imaginations as they render creative works that…

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