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Here's an offering of poetry from Sihaan. Written with help from #TeachingArtist Vicky Edmonds.

Paint Brush (Excerpt)

#Poetry #AudioArts #ArtsIntegration #ArtInSchools #RecordingStudio #Seattle #RoxhillElementarySchool
Black text on a white background. Text is a poem from Roxhill Elementary School student, Sihaan. Text is When a person dips me in paint I spread my creativity onto the paper."
November 6, 2026 at 10:10 PM
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The Wake County committee is reimagining how the arts can drive economic growth, but funding constraints might twist the creative plan’s path.

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#WakeCounty #NC #CitizenPortal #EconomicDevelopment #WakeCountyCreativeEconomy #PublicFunding #ArtsIntegration
Committee directs staff to refine strategic-plan goals to better include the creative economy
The Growth, Sustainability and Economic Strength Committee asked staff to prepare goal refinements and initiative considerations to integrate the Cultivating Creativity arts plan into the countys strategic plan and to return in a work session for wider board discussion.
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October 28, 2026 at 7:21 PM
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Mhilz is sharing his history with us. Written with help from #poet and #TeachingArtist Merna Ann Hecht.

Son of the Philippines (Excerpt)

#Poetry #AudioArts #ArtsIntegration #ArtInSchools #RecordingStudio #Seattle #Tukwila #FosterHighSchool #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth
Black text on a white background. Text is a poem from Foster High School student, Mhilz. Text is “I am a Son of the Philippines Where people are full with pride"
October 23, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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The Moulton Arts Academy is set to transform education in Des Moines by integrating music, theater, visual arts, and dance into daily learning, launching in the 2028-29 school year!

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#IA #CitizenPortal #EducationReform #DesMoinesArtsAcademy #CommunityInvolvement #ArtsIntegration
Des Moines district says Moulton Arts Academy will open as a signature arts school in 2028–29
District leaders announced the Moulton Arts Academy will open in the 2028–29 school year as a signature arts-focused school, emphasizing daily integration of music, theater, visual arts and dance and signaling the site's planned redevelopment under a voter-approved bond.
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October 21, 2026 at 2:35 AM
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Today we have Mateo sharing where he comes from. Written with help from #poet and #TeachingArtist Raúl Sánchez.

#Poetry #HispanicHeritageMonth #AudioArts #ArtsIntegration #ArtInSchools #RecordingStudio #Seattle #DennyInternationalMiddleSchool
Black text on a white background. Text is a poem from Denny Middle School student, Mateo. Text is “Yo soy de los dos lenguajes que hablo El español con palabras que bailan en la boca El inglés con palabras aburridas que ni pueden mover."
October 9, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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Let's learn more about where Dariana comes from. Written with help from #poet and #TeachingArtist Raúl Sánchez. Read the full poem on Facebook or Instagram.

Yo vengo de . . .

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Black text on a white background. Text is a poem from Denny Middle School student, Dariana. Text is “Por esto yo soy como las dalias bonitas cuando crecen Yo soy como el mar yendo con la corriente "
September 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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Here's an excerpt from poem by Sandra to start the weekend. Written with help from #poet and #TeachingArtist Raúl Sánchez. Check out the whole poem on Instagram.

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Black text on a white background. Text is a poem from Denny Middle School student, Sandra. Text is “Pero todo vale la pena al sentir la brisa del aire fresco en la cancha."
September 11, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Here's a look at Fardowsa's memories of home. Written with help from #poet and #TeachingArtist Merna Ann Hecht.

Whose Kindness Blooms

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Black text on a white background. Text is a poem from Foster High School student, Fardowsa. Text is “My mother, whose kindness blooms like a white spring flower."
August 29, 2026 at 1:37 AM
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San Clemente is gearing up for a spectacular celebration as a new subcommittee is formed to explore arts and cultural programs for the city's centennial and the 2028 Olympics!

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Committee creates centennial/2028 Olympics subcommittee to pursue arts and cultural opportunities
Committee members volunteered for a centennial and Olympic-focused subcommittee to identify arts, cultural and community programs tied to San Clemente's centennial and the 2028 Olympic Games; members voted to appoint Michael, Amanda and Shane (names spoken in the meeting) to the subcommittee.
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August 25, 2026 at 10:09 PM
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Matthew Sabatella, Ballad of America, Inc. founder and president, will perform as guest artist with Appleton Boychoir in their "America in Song" concert on S... #folkmusic #ushistory #artsintegration https://www.appletonboychoir.com/event/america-in-song-the-hopes-dreams-and-fears-of-a-young-nation/
April 21, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Get ready, Boca Raton! A thrilling new play, "From Brooklyn to Boca," is about to take the stage, weaving a captivating tale of a family in witness protection that you won’t want to miss.

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Brooklyn family navigates witness protection in new play From Brooklyn to Boca
Brooklyn family's witness protection struggles unfold in new play, "From Brooklyn to Boca."
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January 16, 2025 at 6:26 AM
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The Wisconsin Arts Board is breaking new ground by merging healthcare with the arts to revolutionize community well-being—don't miss the latest developments!

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Wisconsin Health Cooperative explores advanced social prescription with Northwell Medical's CEO
Wisconsin Health Cooperative discusses social prescriptions in meetings involving Northwell Medical leaders.
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April 7, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Cynthia Pratt, Lacey's poet laureate, inspires community connection and creativity through the power of poetry, inviting residents to reflect on their shared identity and future.

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#LaceyThurstonCounty #WA #CitizenPortal #ArtsIntegration #EcoPoetry #CommunityEngagement
Former Deputy Mayor Cynthia Pratt Promotes April Poetry Month and Community Engagement
Cynthia Pratt discusses poetry initiatives and promotes local connections in Lacey.
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July 24, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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Bothell is set to become a vibrant hub of creativity, thanks to the new Community Cultural Plan that promises to intertwine arts and culture into the very fabric of the city!

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Bothell Arts Commission discusses community cultural plan and future initiatives
Bothell Arts Commission highlights ongoing projects and future plans for local arts and culture.
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July 10, 2025 at 1:51 AM
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Garfield Heights students are taking their education to new heights with hands-on STEM adventures, including an exciting trip to Cedar Point and a college choral workshop that ignites their future aspirations!

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Garfield Heights students explore STEM through Cedar Point trip and Baldwin Wallace workshop
Garfield Heights Middle School engages students in STEM and STEAM through hands-on experiences.
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May 24, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Can a microscope change your perspective? Come find out at 1:00 today during the Light, Microscopy, and Perspective workshop at the The Institute for Arts Integration & STEAM conference!

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July 9, 2026 at 4:21 PM
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It is Day 2 of the The Institute for Arts Integration & STEAM Conference! Only a few more @TeamFoldscope.bsky.com items remain… Stop by the table and I’ll see you at the 1:00 session on Light, Microscopy, and Perspective!

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July 9, 2026 at 1:45 PM
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This was one of the most powerful workshops that I have led. And proof that microscopy and art are a natural fit!
#CreativityRising25 #FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ArtsIntegration #EquityAndAccess @artsintegration.bsky.social #Foldscope
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🎨 New Blog Post: Foldscope Explores – Microscopy and Art 🔬🖌️

What happens when you bring microscopes into the art classroom? At the 2025 Creativity Rising STEAM Conference, educators discovered how Foldscope 2.0 can spark curiosity and creativity.

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August 18, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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Adventures in Microscopy: Pollen
Natal Lily (Clivia miniata)
Images captured using Foldscope 2.0, 140X magnification plus 5X zoom on phone. Lighting techniques: brightfield, darkfield, & reflective
#FearlessMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #STEAM #STEM #Microscopy #ArtsIntegration #EduSky
March 10, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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I’m so excited to be presenting at the first-ever in-person conference by The Institute for Arts Integration & STEAM this July in Baltimore! 🎉

Foldscopes + Art = An incredible way to #MagnifyCuriosity!

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February 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Day 6 of #CrayolaCreativityWeek w/ @teamfoldscope.bsky.social! The fun is continuing through the weekend!
How closely do you look at your money? Close enough for it to look back?
#STEAM #ArtsIntegration #TeachBetter #tlap #sciTLAP #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
February 1, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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Day 5 of #CrayolaCreativityWeek & @teamfoldscope.bsky.social found creative outer space & microscopy connections!

Are you using your #Foldscope to enhance your creativity & magnify your curiosity?

#STEAM #ArtsIntegration #TeachBetter #tlap #sciTLAP #FearlessMicroscopy #ScienceIsBeautiful #EduSky
January 31, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Day 4 of #CrayolaCreativityWeek with @teamfoldscope.bsky.social! If you ever get nervous butterflies, think about the microscopic beauty of a butterfly wing and the spiral of a butterfly proboscis as it sips nectar from a flower.
#FearlessMicroscopy #STEAM #ArtsIntegration #ScienceIsFun
January 30, 2025 at 2:58 PM