YouthAware Community
The reviews are in! No doubt, the positive testimony of students, parents, and educators help shape our programming. We’re proud to partner with them to keep live theatre an important part of a child’s development.
Questions? Contact Education Program Manager Kaitlin Rosen or (415) 694-6159.
STUDENT ARTWORK
TEACHER REVIEWS
Having the kids see a live performance about mindfulness reinforced the lessons and skills taught in our weekly mindfulness sessions, which helped them feel more confident to participate with the performance. It was an energetic, creative, and fun way to learn how their feelings can be acknowledged and managed through using mindfulness skills.
– Kristina Kim (Teacher), Grattan Elementary School
The play brought to life so much of what we have been working on with students, in the classroom, in terms of self-regulation and Mindfulness. It was thoughtful, engaging, and delivered a clear message to students; one that will translate to more focused time on task in the classroom and enhanced learning.
– Jeremy Hilinski (Principal), Bret Harte Elementary
Puppy Mind was so engaging for all of our students and staff! Classes are continuing to practice their mindful sits and recognize when their puppy minds wander. It helps supplement our mindfulness and SEL instruction and we can’t wait to have them back again!
– Sean Wong (Teacher), Hillcrest Elementary
I find these plays to be an integral and invaluable portion of my health education curriculum.
– Daniel G., George Peabody Elementary School
Not only did the show reinforce mindfulness techniques they can use to keep themselves focused but it also gave them an interactive experience with the theatre arts. My students are still talking about the show weeks later and often suggest that we take 3 deep breaths as a whole class to refocus our Puppy Minds.
– Emma Zevin (Teacher), Paul Revere Elementary
The programs provided by YouthAwMy students learn a lot from their educational theatre performances. They are engaging and informative.
– Candace C., San Andreas Continuation School
STUDENT REVIEWS
“The lessons I learned were how to prevent bullying, and don’t judge people by their looks, and try to make friends instead of hurting peoples feelings.”
– Commodore Soat Elementary Student
“The message was really clear, be yourself and respect who others are and who they will be. Stay true to what you like, and that it’s okay to stick out in the crowd.”
– Presidio Middle School Student
“Not only did it teach us about diversity, it was incredibly entertaining and easy, and fun to watch, unlike any assembly I have ever encountered.”
– Presidio Middle School Student