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20 people are interested
Conduct research studies for Children Affected by Parental Incarceration
ORGANIZATION: Sparks for Success!
Please visit the new page to apply.
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20 people are interested
Sparks for Success! has run a pilot program using Music Therapy in an informal setting. For fall 2017 we will be working in an east Austin public school utilizing Music Therapists and those interested in designing, administering, and evaluating the impact we are having on children affected by parental incarceration. This opportunity can include professionals, internships, students working on theses or dissertations.
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About Sparks for Success!
Location:
PO Box 660204, Austin, TX 78766, US
Mission Statement
Sparks for Success! uses music as a vehicle to reach children affected by parental incarceration. Our mission is to change the trajectory of our students to end the school-to-prison pipeline and intergenerational incarceration.
Description
Sparks for Success! serves children affected by parental incarceration. Sparks provides free private music lessons and conducts Therapeutic Drumming classes.
Research paints a dismal picture for children who have a parent with a history of incarceration. In many families it is not unusual to see family members, friends, and neighbors committing crimes, being arrested and convicted, and going to jail or prison. In fact, it sometimes expected that the children will follow that pattern.
Sparks is a proactive program, giving the children a positive way to develop discipline and perseverence through music. Studies show that children who learn to play an instrument, and those involved in group music activities achieve higher scores on standardized tests, have better school attendance, and make better life choices than those involved in other extracurricular activities.
Sparks is currently teaching in central East Austin schools.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1712 E. 11th StreetAUSTIN, TX 78702
DATE POSTED
May 29, 2017
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Special Needs
- Research
- Music Therapy
- Percussion Instrument
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
- Kids
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 25
- Orientation or Training
- 1-5 hrs/week
- Must be a professional or supervised by a professional for internship, theses, or dissertations