July 1, 2010 :: In The Classroom, News :: No Comments

IN THE CLASSROOM: Connecting to our Students

Urban Gateways teaching artists led two artist residencies this spring around the theme of connectivity.  These residencies resulted in student artwork that Urban Gateways featured and auctioned off at ArtsWired 2010, our annual interactive benefit on June 22.

The student artists were paid a stipend for their work and invited to the event to connect with our guests and share their artwork .  Below is a description of each residency, as well as links to view the artwork.

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July 1, 2010 :: News, Press Releases :: No Comments

Urban Gateways Selected as Provider for CPS "Culture of Calm Initiative"

Urban Gateways is among 25 community organizations selected by the Chicago Public School District to provide services through its "Culture of Calm Initiative", which is part of the district’s $25 million dollar plan to support high schools and communities most at risk of violence.  Urban Gateways is the only arts education organization included as a Culture of Calm provider.

On June 22, Mayor Richard M. Daley and Chicago Public Schools officials announced
that the school system will use almost $25 million in federal economic stimulus
funding for mentoring, community watch, and “Culture of Calm” initiatives.

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