<p>#BOWS</p> <p dir="ltr"> Applying Civic Virtues and Democratic Process to Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this lesson, students will discover how artistic expression can serve as a powerful vehicle for civic engagement and democratic participation. By learning to identify core civic virtues (such as honesty, mutual respect, cooperation, and attentiveness to multiple perspectives) and democratic principles (such as equality, freedom, liberty, and respect for individual rights), students that guide our state and nation. Students analyze and interpret artistic work for presentation from patriotic songs: America the Beautiful, the Star-Spangled Banner, and Lift Every Voice and Sing and share their thoughts and feelings on the music, how it makes them feel and what it makes them think of when listening. They will demonstrate their vocal skills learned during instruction; while singing and performing their musical selections they have selected for a community hub event that include songs on patriotism.</p> <p><br></p>

<p>#BOWS</p> <p>This lesson plan <em>applies to Broadcast Journalism & Creative Writing.</em></p> <p><em> The "Community Voices" journalism project challenges students to explore social issues - defined as problems that affect many people in a society, ranging from global concerns like climate change to local matters like insufficient public transportation or food insecurity in specific neighborhoods. Students research, reflect, and on and discuss social problems they've personally witnessed or experienced, both large-scale (such as systemic inequalities in education) and small-scale (like limited youth programs in their area), before selecting one local issue to investigate deeply. Through teacher-guided activities students develop a comprehensive understanding of their chosen topic while practicing essential journalistic skills. The assignment incorporates multiple perspectives, compelling storytelling techniques, and factual evidence. Beyond building critical media literacy and writing abilities, this project empowers students to become more engaged citizens by helping them recognize their capacity to raise awareness and inspire positive change through responsible journalism. Students present their finished articles to the class and discuss potential solutions or actions that could address the community issues they've investigated, fostering collaborative problem-solving skills.</em></p> <figure><img src="/public/images/large/editor/9809933/image.png" data-image="9809933"></figure>

<p>#BOWS</p> <p>A Summer Immersive Experience with Jeff Poulin of Creative Generation </p> <p>This is a brief summary highlighting key features of a Civc and Arts professional learning experience for BOWS teachers. This Civic-Arts Study Tour Exploratory Convening,  with Creative Generation, provided  Learning at the Intersection of Arts and Civics.  Discussions contained how to use artistic expression to explore and understand civic concepts and responsibilities to enrich students' educational experiences by fostering critical thinking, creativity, and a deeper engagement with <br>societal issues.</p> <figure><img src="/public/images/large/editor/9809912/image.png" data-image="9809912"></figure>

<p># USF PAInT Center - Arts Learning History and Arts</p> <p>Charlotta Bass was a pioneering African American journalist, civil rights and political leader in the early to mid-20th century. As the owner and publisher of the California Eagle, one of the oldest Black-owned newspapers in the West, she used her platform to advocate for racial equality, workers' rights, and women's suffrage. In 1952, Bass made history as the first African American woman to run for Vice President of the United States, campaigning on the Progressive Party ticket and further cementing her legacy as a trailblazer in American politics and social justice movements. This activity captures the essential aspects of Charlotta Bass's life and legacy as a pioneering African American journalist, civil rights activist, and political figure in the early to mid-20th century.</p> <p><br></p>

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<p><strong>Building Community Through Arts Activism</strong><em><br></em></p> <p><em>Vision for Learning</em></p> <figure><img src="/public/images/large/editor/9809818/DistinctiveSchoolsVisionforLearning.jpg" data-image="9809818"></figure> <p>The Building Community Through Arts Activism theme event supported students in developing a deeper understanding of how arts and civics engagement are integrated. Additionally, the community event helped support students in key attributes and competencies in the <em>Vision for Learning.</em></p> <p>#5 Are represented and reflected within the school community that celebrates their identity, values, and culture. </p> <p>#7 Use their voice to advocate, create, andinnovate as active leaders in theircommunities.</p>