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Special Projects/ Project CHANGE
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Special Projects/ Project CHANGE. CAT pilots many new initiatives through its Special Projects Program. Many cornerstone programs have emerged from this process. Current and recent Special Projects include:. Changing Habits, Environments, Relationships in Sexual Health). CHERISH, CATs newest educational outreach initiative, promotes adolescent female sexual health and HIV/STI prevention, particularly for women of color. Community Health and Neighborhood Growth through Empowerment). Working closely with P...
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Approach
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At the heart of CAT is our firm commitment to inspire youth to learn how to learn – a commitment that fuels our mission and unique CATalyst Approach of interactive, issue-based drama. The CATalyst Approach applies drama principles, adapted to the unique environment of each classroom or community, to inspire participants to discover and foster their ability to learn. Our programs engage students and develop three life skills that are vital for them to reach their full potential:. What is Educational Drama?
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College/Adult
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Working with others is essential because one can only grow as a person. When one learns to communicate.". You have taught me that in life everyone at times will need someone’s help. I will not be embarrassed to ask for it. For that I am grateful.". I’ve learned how preparation is crucial because it helps you be more responsible.". I’ve learned more things that I should do to prepare myself for an interview.". The most useful aspect was learning how to speak up in life, how to ask for help.". Ndash; Paren...
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Professional Development Workshops
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1-Day Workshops (Kaplan Center). CUNY-CAT Professional Development workshops are great opportunities to discover innovative ways to engage and motivate your students, meet new colleagues, and explore creative approaches to the educational process. All align with Common Core Learning Standards. After successfully completing the 5-hour training, you will receive a. CUNY Certificate of Completion. Restration is open for two Puppets and Puppeteering workshops. LEVEL 1: May 14, 2013. LEVEL 2: June 11, 2013.
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High School
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In my 17 years of teaching, I have never seen such. Fast analytical growth in students." -Teacher. The use of drama was extremely effective. most students. Were able to identify their own behaviors as they made connections. Connections with the scenes." -Teacher. What happens when we rely on habits, perceptions and assumptions without knowing the facts? College Readiness and Access. HIV/STI Awareness and Prevention. After-School Youth Theatre Program (TAP). Shakespeare in the Classroom. This program meet...
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Mission
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CUNY Creative Arts Team (CAT) is a nonprofit organization at The City University of New York that uses the power of drama to inspire youth to learn…more. The mission of the Creative Arts Team is to contribute to the growth and well-being of the young people of NYC by identifying and responding to as many facets of their personal, social, and educational needs as is possible and appropriate to address through the medium of theatre and the related conventions of participatory drama. Applied theatre/ educat...
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Masters in Applied Theatre
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Masters in Applied Theatre. Masters in Applied Theatre. Click here to read our Rwanda blog! In partnership with CAT. The goal of the program is to educate scholar-practitioners to become future leaders in the field of applied theatre. Students explore key theories in the fields of theatre, education, and community development, and acquire the skills and strategies necessary for creating and implementing the work. By the time students complete the program they will have:. Faculty and Visiting Specialists.
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International Collaborations
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CAT has a strong history of international collaborations. The following tabs have brief descriptions and photos of some of our overseas projects, including:. Africa: Ethiopia, 2011; South Africa, 2000; Nigeria, 1994; Zimbabwe, 1994. Middle East, 1995. The MA in Applied Theatre has a partnership with the Kigali Institute of Education in Rwanda, ongoing since the summer of 2010. For more about this collaboration, see projectrwanda.wordpress.com. UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 2008-2012. The students experienced 40 h...
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Programs
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Emergent literacy and socialization skills. Literacy, alternatives to bullying and violence. Literacy, health and wellness, college readiness, leadership and alternatives to bullying/violence. Workplace readiness, parenting in the 21. Century, college readiness and retention, community building. Year-long program developing and presenting original ensemble work. Interactive training in facilitation and conflict management. New initiatives and new directions. 2016 Creative Arts Team.
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Process
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When young people step into the world of a CAT dramatic story, they become actors, not just observers. They shape and re-shape the lives of characters faced with ordinary – and extraordinary – challenges. Most important, they learn concrete skills they can reapply in their own lives. What happens when we rely on habits, perceptions and assumptions without knowing the facts? Director of Resource Development. July 2, 2015. 2016 Creative Arts Team. 101 W 31st Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10001.
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