The Director's CornerTeacher Appreciation Week recognizes teachers and out-of-school time professionals who serve as teachers too. On behalf of the youth we serve, we offer our gratitude to you for the support that you give our students each and every time they come to your classroom or the afterschool programs.
Not only are you the support that they need when they are away from home, but many of you also serve as mentors, friends, or even confidantes to many of our students. The time that you take with each student shows in the grades that they make or the increased engagement in extra-curricular activities or the positive choices that they make in their lives.
Even though you are not paid what you are worth, please know that you are appreciated in so many ways on so many levels. We may not tell you often but please know that what you are doing the life of the child you encounter is making a difference.
Hats off to our teachers and out-of-school-time professionals during Teacher Appreciation Week!
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Join Brandon House Cultural & Performing Arts Center this summer for an unforgettable experience! Our programs aim to transform lives through creative and performing arts, targeting underrepresented, opportunity, underserved, and disconnected youth to offer them a safe place to be engaged in arts-based structured activities. Youth will be trained as musicians, artists, and dancers to perform in front of a live audience over the summer at several community events and at Brandon House's end-of-the-year Rock the Block event which will be held in August.
Brandon House's 2023 Summer Programs are FREE and will offer youth every opportunity to be engaged in music, art, and dance. Summer programming begins Monday, June 5, and will end on August 10. Brandon House will serve breakfast and lunch during the summer and programs will offer creative arts activities for every student.
Sound Off Music Camp, ACT Out, YVIC, and iHUSTLE programs are offered at the 12120 Colonel Glenn Location.
Sound Off Music Summer Camp Program: Offered Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and targets youth 12-18 years old and offers an unforgettable experience in show choir and drumline band.
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ACT Out Theater & Drama Program: Offered Monday & Thursday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. will target youth 12 to 18 years old. The Theater & Drama Program targets students who have the desire to write, produce and act in original plays, musicals, and drama skits and engage in creative exploration in a theater or performance setting.
Youth Voices Impact Change (YVIC): Offered on Monday & Thursday from 11 am to 1 p.m. and targets youth 12 - 18 years old. YVIC engages youth in lending their voices and creative expressions to community issues through podcasts, round-table discussions, sitcoms, and skits.
iHUSTLE [I Have Unique Skills to Learn & Earn]: Offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2 to 4 p.m. and targets students 13-18 years old. iHUSTLE will engage youth in building workplace hands-on experiences in audio/music production, creating commercials, developing podcasts, photography, videography, podcasting, website and graphic designs, filmmaking, and performing arts.
Summer Program Offered at 3802 West 12th Street, Little Rock, 72204
DreamStarters Creative Education Program: Offered Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to youth ages 6-12 years of age will expose youth to arts-infused learning experiences as a way for them to address their personal, academic, social, and emotional development needs and to prepare them to build skills for life. Activities in the DreamStarters Program include Music Ensemble Projects, Dance, Drama/Theater Performances/Plays, Nutrition Education, Literary & Visual Arts, Arts-Based Field Trips, and STEAM activities.
Brandon House is proud to be licensed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services and hold a Level I1 and III Better Beginning rating through Arkansas's Quality Rating Improvement System.
Come join us this summer and discover your full potential!
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Little Rock Lightning RecapThe recent Little Rock Lightning basketball game was a huge success thanks to the support of Brandon House's parents, students, and supporters. Brandon House partnered with Little Rock Lightning on Saturday, April 29 to host a parent engagement event. We want to give a big shout-out to Brandon House's Creative Expressions Dance Team for making the event even more special. The students who participate in Creative Expressions not only looked absolutely beautiful, but they were a fantastic representation of the Brandon House brand. Thanks to Brandon House's team for offering parent information to parents about Brandon House contracted and grant-funded programs. This parent engagement event was funded in part by the city of Little Rock, Department of Community Programs in support of Brandon House's DreamStarters and Fall In Programs.
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Creative ExpressionBrandon House's Creative Expression Majorette Dance Team achieved a clean sweep at the We Unite Dance Jamboree on May 6, 2023, earning first place in all categories including Walk Through, Field Show, and Stand in the Stands. Congratulations on a remarkable performance!
Creative Expression is on a mission to raise money for new jackets and uniforms. With your help, we can make sure every dancer has what they need to finish out the season in style. Join us in our fundraiser by donating just $1 or reaching out to one of our dancers to contribute. Your support will make a huge difference and we thank you in advance for your generosity. Let's make this season a success together!
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Feel The VibeFeel The Vibe is an annual event that is hosted by Brandon House to celebrate World No Tobacco Day. The 2023 Feel the Vibe event will be held on Monday, May 29 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Brandon House will host the event at 12120 Colonel Glenn on the grounds of our event center. This community health festival aims to educate Little Rock residents about the harmful effects of tobacco use, prevent smoking initiation, and celebrate those who have quit smoking. The event features live performances, local vendors, and resources to promote a healthy lifestyle. Feel The Vibe is part of Brandon House's Arts Over Tobacco Program which is funded by UAPB - MISRO [Minority Initiative Sub-Recipient Grant Office]. Mark your calendar and join in on the fun.
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Pop Up Open MicsBrandon House Arts Over Tobacco Program is offering #ARyouthDon't Pep Rallies and Pop-Up Open Mics to promote tobacco-free youth. Arts Over Tobacco's (AOT) Street Team Talent Squad, will perform and come complete with a full band, sound equipment, poetry, and rap performances. The Street Team Talent Squad are youth advocates who inspire other youth to engage in positive artistic activities instead of using tobacco products. To book an AOT Pop Up Open Mic at your school, organization, or community event, please contact Ashley Alexander at artsovertobacco@brandonhousearts.org.
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BH Productions Specials Don't miss out on BH Production's limited-time offers this May! Take advantage of 50%-off Small businesses and entrepreneurship packages and graphic flyers are for just $50. Make your project stand out with BH Production's affordable and high-quality services today.
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