Healing Centered Arts Education Podcast

Today I’m pleased to be joined by Raheema Battles, a classroom educator at Lincoln School in Newark who took part in our Healing Centered in the Arts work. Ms. Battles brings more than fifteen years of experience working with students across several grade levels, including first grade and upper elementary, as well as middle school. She began her teaching journey as a substitute teacher while finis...

Today I’m very excited to be joined by Principal Hillary Dow, a 26 year educator in The Newark Board of Education.  Ms. Dow is the proud principal of Lincoln School where she was instrumental in leading the school in exiting the New Jersey Department of Education designation as a “school in need of improvement” to one where student academic growth, achievement and attendance is steadily on the ris...

Today I’m very excited to be joined by Devonne DeNose, Director of Visual and Performing Arts at Newark Board of Education. She works closely with school leaders, educators, and community partners to expand access to high quality arts learning for students. Devonne brings deep experience in supporting arts instruction across schools and in thinking about how creative practice can support both lear...

Today I’m honored to be joined by Al-Tariq Best, the Founder and Executive Director of The Hubb in Newark. The Hubb has become an important space in the city for youth development, creativity, and community connection. Through its work, the organization provides opportunities for young people to explore their interests, build skills, and engage in programs that support both personal growth and art...